Sony Camera Accessories XDCU 50 User Manual

4-260-666-11 (1)  
HD Camera  
Extension Unit  
Operating Instructions  
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly  
and retain it for future reference.  
XDCU-50  
© 2010 Sony Corporation  
4260666110  
 
WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR USA  
ONLY.  
In order to use this product safely, avoid prolonged listening at  
excessive sound pressure levels.  
If used in USA, use the UL LISTED power cord specified  
below.  
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER CORD.  
The total current consumption on the camcorder and camera  
adapter (including peripheral equipment) to receive power  
from this unit must not exceed 70 W.  
Plug Cap  
Parallel blade with ground pin  
(NEMA 5-15P Configuration)  
Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG wires  
Minimum 1.5 m (4 ft. 11 in.), Less than  
2.5 m (8 ft. 3 in.)  
For kundene i Norge  
Dette utstyret kan kobles til et IT-strømfordelingssystem.  
Cord  
Length  
Suomessa asuville asiakkaille  
Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun  
pistorasiaan  
Rating  
Minimum 10A, 125V  
For kundene i Norge  
Using this unit at a voltage other than 120V may require the  
use of a different line cord or attachment plug, or both. To  
reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to  
qualified service personnel.  
Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt  
För kunderna i Sverige  
Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag  
For the customers in the U.S.A.  
WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR OTHER  
COUNTRIES.  
1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) /  
Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts that  
conforms to the safety regulations of each country if  
applicable.  
2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance  
Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage,  
Ampere).  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the  
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable  
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is  
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment  
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,  
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction  
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential  
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the  
user will be required to correct the interference at his own  
expense.  
If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord /  
Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a qualified service  
personnel.  
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not  
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to  
operate this equipment.  
WARNING  
1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) /  
Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts that  
conforms to the safety regulations of each country if  
applicable.  
All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be  
shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device  
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.  
2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance  
Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage,  
Ampere).  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation  
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may  
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must  
accept any interference received, including interference that  
may cause undesired operation.  
If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord /  
Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a qualified service  
personnel.  
CAUTION  
For the customers in Canada  
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-  
003.  
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.  
No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on  
the apparatus.  
For the customers in Europe  
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as book  
case or built-in cabinet.  
This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC  
Directive issued by the Commission of the European  
Community.  
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source  
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the  
unit itself has been turned off.  
Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the  
following European standards:  
• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)  
• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity)  
This product is intended for use in the following  
Electromagnetic Environments: E1 (residential), E2  
(commercial and light industrial), E3 (urban outdoors), E4  
(controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio).  
IMPORTANT  
The nameplate is located on the bottom.  
WARNING  
Excessive sound pressure from a headset can cause hearing  
loss.  
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1  
Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.  
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The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is  
Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327  
Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters  
please refer to the addresses given in separate service or  
guarantee documents.  
Pour les clients en Europe  
Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la Directive  
sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC) émise par la  
Commission de la Communauté européenne.  
La conformité à cette directive implique la conformité aux  
normes européennes suivantes :  
• EN55103-1 : Interférences électromagnétiques (émission)  
• EN55103-2 : Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité)  
Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans les environnements  
électromagnétiques suivants : E1 (résidentiel), E2  
(commercial et industrie légère), E3 (urbain extérieur) et E4  
(environnement EMC contrôlé, ex. studio de télévision).  
AVERTISSEMENT  
Afin de réduire les risques d’incendie ou  
d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet  
appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.  
Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution,  
garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier  
l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel  
qualifié.  
Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan,  
Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japon.  
Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la sécurité des produits  
est Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327  
Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question concernant le  
service ou la garantie, veuillez consulter les adresses  
indiquées dans les documents de service ou de garantie  
séparés.  
CET APPAREIL DOIT ÊTRE RELIÉ À LA  
TERRE.  
WARNUNG  
AVERTISSEMENT  
1. Utilisez un cordon d’alimentation (câble secteur à 3 fils)/  
fiche femelle/fiche mâle avec des contacts de mise à la  
terre conformes à la réglementation de sécurité locale  
applicable.  
2. Utilisez un cordon d’alimentation (câble secteur à 3 fils)/  
fiche femelle/fiche mâle avec des caractéristiques  
nominales (tension, ampérage) appropriées.  
Um die Gefahr von Bränden oder  
elektrischen Schlägen zu verringern, darf  
dieses Gerät nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit  
ausgesetzt werden.  
Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu  
vermeiden, darf das Gehäuse nicht  
geöffnet werden. Überlassen Sie  
Wartungsarbeiten stets nur qualifiziertem  
Fachpersonal.  
Pour toute question sur l’utilisation du cordon d’alimentation/  
fiche femelle/fiche mâle ci-dessus, consultez un technicien du  
service après-vente qualifié.  
IMPORTANT  
La plaque signalétique se situe sous l’appareil.  
DIESES GERÄT MUSS GEERDET  
WERDEN.  
ATTENTION  
Eviter d’exposer l’appareil à un égouttement ou à des  
éclaboussures. Ne placer aucun objet rempli de liquide,  
comme un vase, sur l’appareil.  
WARNUNG  
1. Verwenden Sie ein geprüftes Netzkabel (3-adriges  
Stromkabel)/einen geprüften Geräteanschluss/einen  
geprüften Stecker mit Schutzkontakten entsprechend den  
Sicherheitsvorschriften, die im betreffenden Land gelten.  
2. Verwenden Sie ein Netzkabel (3-adriges Stromkabel)/einen  
Geräteanschluss/einen Stecker mit den geeigneten  
Anschlusswerten (Volt, Ampere).  
Ne pas installer l’appareil dans un endroit confiné, par  
exemple une bibliothèque ou un placard encastré.  
ATTENTION  
Cet appareil n’est pas déconnecté de la source d’alimentation  
secteur tant qu’il est raccordé à la prise murale, même si  
l’appareil lui-même a été mis hors tension.  
AVERTISSEMENT  
Wenn Sie Fragen zur Verwendung von Netzkabel/  
Geräteanschluss/Stecker haben, wenden Sie sich bitte an  
qualifiziertes Kundendienstpersonal.  
Une pression acoustique excessive en provenance du casque  
peut provoquer une baisse de l’acuité auditive.  
Pour utiliser ce produit en toute sécurité, évitez l’écoute  
prolongée à des pressions sonores excessives.  
WICHTIG  
Das Namensschild befindet sich auf der Unterseite des  
Gerätes.  
Pour les clients au Canada  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la  
norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
VORSICHT  
Das Gerät ist nicht tropf- und spritzwassergeschützt. Es  
dürfen keine mit Flüssigkeiten gefüllten Gegenstände, z. B.  
Vasen, darauf abgestellt werden.  
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Das Gerät nicht an Orten aufstellen, z.B. in Bücherregalen  
oder Einbauschränken, wo keine ausreichende Belüftung  
gewährleistet ist.  
VORSICHT  
Solange das Netzkabel an eine Netzsteckdose  
angeschlossen ist, bleibt das Gerät auch im ausgeschalteten  
Zustand mit dem Strommetz verbunden.  
WARNUNG  
Zu hoher Schalldruck von Headset kann Gehörschäden  
verursachen.  
Um dieses Produkt sicher zu verwenden, vermeiden Sie  
längeres Hören bei sehr hohen Schalldruckpegeln.  
Für Kunden in Europa  
Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die  
EMV-Richtlinie der EG-Kommission.  
Angewandte Normen:  
• EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit  
(Störaussendung)  
• EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit  
(Störfestigkeit)  
Für die folgenden elektromagnetischen Umgebungen: E1  
(Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem  
Maße industrieller Bereich), E3 (Stadtbereich im Freien) und  
E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio).  
Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony Corporation, 1-7-1  
Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.  
Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und Produktsicherheit  
ist Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327  
Stuttgart, Deutschland. Bei jeglichen Angelegenheiten in  
Bezug auf Kundendienst oder Garantie wenden Sie sich bitte  
an die in den separaten Kundendienst- oder  
Garantiedokumenten aufgeführten Anschriften.  
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Table of Contents  
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Table of Contents  
 
Overview  
Features  
The XDCU-50 HD Camera Extension Unit (called “the  
unit” below) can be combined with a camcorder fitted with  
a XDCA-53 or XDCA-55 HD Camera Adaptor and  
equipment such as a remote control unit to configure a  
recording and long-distance transmission system. The  
maximum transmission distance is 100 m (328 feet). (In  
this manual, a system that includes this unit is called “this  
system”.)  
HD digital transmission  
This unit supports bidirectional transmission of  
uncompressed HD digital signals between this unit and a  
camera adaptor.  
The maximum transmission distance is 100 m (328 feet).  
You can transmit high-quality video signals regardless of  
cable length.  
Internal downconverter  
You can convert HD signals received from the camera  
adaptor to SD output signals.  
The following table lists the camcorder/camera adaptor  
combinations that can be used in the system.  
Internal upconverter  
When return video is SD signals, you can upconvert it to  
HD signals for transmission to the camera adaptor.  
Camcorder  
Camera adaptor  
XDCA-53  
PMW-EX3  
a)  
a)  
XDCA-55  
PMW-350K/350L  
PMW-320K/320L  
External sync signals  
You can genlock this unit to sync signals input from an  
external device.  
As the external sync signals, you can use either HD  
tri-level sync or SD sync signals (black burst).  
b)  
PMW-500  
a) An optional CBK-CE01 50 Pin Interface and Digital Extender is required.  
b) An optional CBK-HD02 SDI/COMPOSITE Input and 50 Pin Interface is  
required.  
Communication and control interfaces  
• Intercom  
• Tally (red and green)  
• Trunk line (one line)  
• Remote control line  
Before transmission, this unit can perform format  
conversion of video signals received from the camcorder  
via the camera adaptor. You can also supply power to the  
camcorder from this unit, by connecting this unit and the  
camera adaptor with a special power cable (CCZ-A cable).  
Rack mountable  
You can mount this unit in an EIA standard 19-inch rack.  
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Overview / Features  
 
   
Using the CD-ROM  
The supplied CD-ROM contains PDF-format Operating  
Instructions manuals (in English, Japanese, French,  
German, Italian, Spanish, and Chinese) for this unit and  
two camera adaptors (XDCA-53 and XDCA-55).  
Reading the CD-ROM Manuals  
Preparations  
The following program must be installed on your computer  
in order to read the documents contained on the CD-ROM.  
Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher  
Memo  
If Adobe Reader is not installed, you can download it from  
the following URL:  
Adobe and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in  
the United States and/or other countries.  
To read the documents  
Do the following:  
1
Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive.  
A cover page appears automatically in your browser.  
If it does not appear automatically in the browser,  
double-click on the index.htm file on the CD-ROM.  
2
Select and click on the manual that you wish to read.  
This opens the PDF file.  
Memo  
The files may not be displayed properly, depending on the  
version of Adobe Reader. In such a case, install the latest  
version you can download from the URL mentioned in  
“Preparations” above.  
Note  
If you have lost or damaged the CD-ROM, you can  
purchase a new one to replace it. Contact a Sony service  
representative.  
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Using the CD-ROM  
 
   
Example System Configurations  
The following sections provide examples to show how a  
system can be configured.  
System including the PMW-320/350/500 and XDCA-55  
Video monitor  
Return video input  
Reference sync signal input  
DXF-C50W/51  
Viewfinder  
AC power  
This  
unit  
PMW-320/350/500  
(with the XDCA-55  
attached)  
Intercom headset  
Intercom headset  
VCT-U14 Tripod  
adaptor  
RM-B150/B750  
Remote control unit  
To switcher  
RCP-700/900/1000 series  
Remote control panel  
Portable camera  
tripod  
BNC cable (max. 100 m (328 feet))  
CCZ-A cable (max. 100 m (328 feet))  
XLR 5-pin cable  
8-pin cable  
System Including the PMW-EX3 and XDCA-53  
Compact-size LCD monitor  
Video monitor  
Return video input  
Reference sync signal input  
AC power  
This  
unit  
PMW-EX3 (with the  
XDCA-53 attached,  
optional camcorder  
support)  
Intercom headset  
Intercom headset  
RM-B150/B750  
Remote control unit  
RCP-700/900 series  
Remote control panel  
VCT-U14 Tripod  
adaptor  
To switcher  
Portable camera  
tripod  
BNC cable (max. 100 m (328 feet))  
CCZ-A cable (max. 100 m (328 feet))  
XLR 5-pin cable  
XLR 4-pin cable  
8-pin cable  
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Example System Configurations  
 
 
Note  
To check return video signals on the PMW-EX3, you must  
mount a monitor on the PMW-EX3 or XDCA-53.  
For information about mountable monitors, contact your  
dealer or a Sony service representative.  
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Example System Configurations  
 
Names and Functions of Parts  
Front Panel  
1 TALLY lamp  
2 POWER switch  
3 POWER indicator  
4 Camera adaptor indicator  
5 CALL button  
6 INTERCOM LEVEL knob  
7 INTERCOM MIC switch  
8 INTERCOM connector  
System setting switches (see page 12)  
9 LINK indicator  
a TALLY lamp (red/green)  
For details, refer to the instruction manuals of the other  
devices.  
Lights in red when a red tally signal is received, and lights  
in green when a green tally signal is received.  
You can attach one of the supplied number plates above  
the lamp (page 18).  
f INTERCOM LEVEL knob  
Adjusts the receiver volume level of the headset connected  
to the INTERCOM connector.  
b POWER switch  
Powers the unit on when pressed on the “"” side, and  
g INTERCOM MIC switch  
powers the unit off when pressed on the “a” side.  
Controls the headset microphone connected to the  
INTERCOM connector, turning it on or off as required.  
ON: Turns the headset microphone on.  
c POWER indicator  
Lights in green when the unit is powered on.  
This unit is equipped with a cooling fan. If the fan fails,  
this indicator flashes. In this case, power the unit off  
immediately and contact your dealer or a Sony service  
representative.  
OFF: Turns the headset microphone off.  
PTT: Turns the headset microphone on for as long as the  
switch is held in this position.  
h INTERCOM connector (XLR 5-pin)  
Allows you to connect an XLR 5-pin type headset.  
Dynamic microphones are supported.  
d Camera adaptor indicator  
Lights in green when power is being supplied from this  
The pin assignments are as follows.  
unit to a camera adaptor.  
e CALL button  
Calls the operator of a camcorder or remote control panel.  
When pressed, this button lights in red. At the same time,  
the TALLY (red) or CALL lamps on devices in the system  
light.  
This button also lights in red whenever the CALL button is  
pressed on any other device in the system.  
Pin number  
Signal name  
1
2
3
4
5
INCOM MIC GND  
INCOM MIC IN  
Note  
When the CALL button is pressed, the behavior of TALLY  
(red) or CALL lamps on other devices depends on the  
specific devices and on the way that they are combined.  
INCOM RECEIVE GND  
INCOM RECEIVE OUT  
Not used  
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Names and Functions of Parts  
 
   
i LINK indicator  
Lights in green when a data transfer link between this unit  
and a camera adaptor has been established, and when  
device authentication between the camera adaptor and the  
camcorder has been established.  
System setting switches  
Use the supplied front cover to protect the system setting  
switches from misoperation.  
front panel of the unit with the supplied front cover  
attachment screws.  
Check the setting of the individual switches and change the  
switch setting as required, then attach the front cover to the  
Front cover  
Front cover attachment screws  
SYSTEM SETUP switches  
Set up the system format of this unit (number of system  
lines/frame rate) to match the system format of the  
camcorder.  
Switch name  
Settings  
Description  
1080i/720p  
1080i: Interlace mode, 1080  
Sets the number of system lines.  
lines  
720p: Progressive mode, 720  
lines  
59.94/50  
59.94: 59.94 Hz (NTSC area)  
50: 50 Hz (PAL area)  
Sets the system frequency.  
OUTPUT SELECT switches  
Make settings related to the output signals of this unit.  
Switch name  
Settings  
Description  
HD/SD  
HD: HDSDI signals  
SD: SDSDI signals  
Selects the type of signals output from the  
OUTPUT SDI connectors of this unit.  
WIDE ID  
ON: Add a wide ID signal when Specifies whether to add a wide ID signal  
the aspect ratio is 16:9, and  
do not add a wide ID signal  
when the aspect ratio is 4:3  
to composite signals output from the  
VIDEO OUTPUT and REMOTE  
connectors, and to SDSDI signals output  
OFF: Never add a wide ID signal from the OUTPUT SDI connectors.  
SETUP (NTSC ON: Add setup  
When you are using the unit in an NTSC  
area, specifies whether to add a 7.5%  
setup to the composite signals output from  
the VIDEO OUTPUT and REMOTE  
connectors.  
area only)  
OFF: Do not add setup  
DOWN CONVERTER ADJUSTMENT switches  
Specify the methods used to adjust down converted  
signals. These adjustments are applied to SDSDI signals  
output from the OUTPUT SDI connectors and to SD  
analog composite signals output from the VIDEO  
OUTPUT and REMOTE connectors.  
Note  
The settings of these switches do not affect the signals  
output from the OUTPUT SDI connectors when those  
signals are HDSDI signals.  
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Names and Functions of Parts  
 
 
Switch name  
Settings  
Description  
ASPECT  
SQUEEZE: Squeeze mode  
LETTER BOX: Letter box mode  
EDGE CROP: Edge crop mode  
Specifies the conversion mode.  
DETAIL LEVEL HIGH: High  
MID: Middle  
Selects the detail level (the  
degree of edge emphasis applied  
to the shooting subject) from  
among three stages.  
LOW: Low  
CROSSCOLOR ON: Enabled  
SUPPRESSION OFF: Disabled  
Enables or disables the cross  
color suppression function of the  
down converter.  
RETURN INPUT SELECT switches  
Make settings related to return video signals.  
Switch name  
Settings  
Description  
HDSDI/SDSDI/ HDSDI: Use the HDSDI signal  
Selects the type of return video  
input from the RETURN INPUT signal input to this unit.  
VIDEO  
SDI connector as the return  
video signal  
SDSDI: Use the SDSDI signal input  
from the RETURN INPUT SDI  
connector as the return video  
signal  
VIDEO: Use the SD analog  
composite signal input from the  
RETURN INPUT VIDEO  
connector as the return video  
signal  
AUTO/  
AUTO: Determine the conversion  
Specifies the conversion mode  
mode automatically on the basis used to up convert SD return video  
SQUEEZE/  
LETTER BOX/  
EDGE CROP  
of the wide ID signal added to  
the input return video signal.  
When the input is 4:3, and when  
a wide ID signal cannot be  
detected, convert using Edge  
Crop. When the input is 16:9,  
convert using Squeeze.  
signals input to this unit to HD  
signals.  
Note  
When an HDSDI signal is selected  
as the return video signal, the  
setting of this switch does not affect  
the return video signal input.  
SQUEEZE: Use Squeeze (16:9) to  
process the input return video  
signal, and leave the signal as  
Squeeze.  
LETTER BOX: Use Letter Box to  
process the input return video  
signal. Convert the signal to  
16:9, with the top and bottom  
sides cut.  
EDGE CROP: Use Edge Crop (4:3)  
to process the input return video  
signal. Convert the signal to  
16:9, with black at both edges.  
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Names and Functions of Parts  
 
 
INTERCOM IF switch  
Switch name  
INTERCOM IF 4W: Select this when you are using Specifies the type of intercom  
a 4-wire system system connected to the AUX  
Settings  
Description  
2W C.C: Select this when you are connector of this unit.  
using a 2-wire Clear-Com  
system  
2W RTS: Select this when you are  
using a 2-wire RTS system  
If you set it to anything other than “4W”, the intercom  
system may not operate properly.  
Note  
If you have not connected an intercom system to the AUX  
connector of this unit, always set this item to “4W”.  
For information about connections to an intercom system,  
contact your dealer or a Sony service representative.  
Rear Panel  
1 REMOTE connector  
2 AUX connector  
3 GENLOCK INPUT connectors  
5 CA connector  
6 - AC IN connector  
4 OUTPUT SDI  
connectors  
7 CA OUT connector  
8 CA IN connector  
9 RETURN INPUT SDI connector  
q; RETURN INPUT VIDEO connector  
qa VIDEO OUTPUT connector  
a REMOTE connector (8-pin round)  
Connect to a remote control unit using a connection cable.  
This connector is used to exchange control signals with the  
camcorder.  
Provides a trunk line connection to the trunk line of the  
camera adaptor via a RS-232C interface, for use as a  
communications line with external devices. Also equipped  
with general-purpose lines between this unit and the  
camera adaptor.  
b AUX connector (D-sub 25-pin)  
The pin assignments are as follows.  
Connect to an external system to input and output intercom  
signals, tally signals, trunk line signals, and timecode.  
Pin number  
Signal name  
GND  
Description  
1
Ground  
2
TRUNK TX  
TRUNK RX  
TC IN  
Trunk line (RS-232C, up to 38.4 kbps)  
3
6
Timecode signal input  
16  
17  
9
AUX1  
General-purpose line 1 between this unit and the camera adaptor  
General-purpose line 2 between this unit and the camera adaptor  
AUX2  
AUX VIDEO(X)  
AUX VIDEO(G)  
General-purpose analog video line between this unit and the  
camera adaptor  
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Names and Functions of Parts  
 
   
Pin number  
Signal name  
TALLY(GND)  
G TALLY IN  
R TALLY IN  
4W(G)  
Description  
7
Tally input  
On: GND  
Off: Open  
14  
15  
11  
13  
12  
18  
19  
21  
10  
23  
25  
24  
20  
22  
4
4-wire interface system output  
4W(X)OUT  
4W(Y)OUT  
4W(G)  
4-wire interface system input  
4W(X)IN  
4W(Y)IN  
CLEAR COM(X)IN/OUT  
CLEAR COM(G)  
RTS IN/OUT  
RTS(G)  
Clear-Com system interface (requires termination, recommended  
impedence 200 Ω)  
RTS system interface (requires termination, recommended  
impedence 200 Ω)  
NC  
Not used  
NC  
Reserved  
Reserved  
Pins reserved for maintenance  
5
c GENLOCK INPUT connectors (BNC type)  
Input an external sync signal, either an HD tri-level  
reference sync signal or an SD reference sync signal (black  
burst signal). The two connectors have a loop-through  
configuration. The signal input to the input side connector  
is output unchanged to the output side connector ( ).  
When nothing is connected to the output side connector,  
the input signal is terminated automatically (75Ω  
termination).  
g CA OUT (camera adaptor output) connector (BNC  
type)  
Connect to the CEU IN connector of the camera adaptor  
using a BNC cable.  
h CA IN (camera adaptor input) connector (BNC  
type)  
Connect to the CEU OUT connector of the camera adaptor  
using a BNC cable.  
d OUTPUT SDI connectors (BNC type)  
Output video, audio, and timecode received from the  
camcorder via the camera adaptor is output as HDSDI or  
SDSDI signals.  
i RETURN INPUT SDI connector (BNC type)  
Input HDSDI or SDSDI return video signals.  
e CA (camera adaptor) connector (CCZ 26-pin)  
Connect to the CEU connector of the camera adaptor with  
a optional CCZ-A cable. This cable supplies DC power to  
the camcorder via the camera adaptor.  
j RETURN INPUT VIDEO connector (BNC type)  
Input SD analog composite return video signals.  
This connector also provides general-purpose lines  
between this unit and the camera adaptor.  
For details about the general purpose lines, see “AUX  
connector” (page 14).  
k VIDEO OUTPUT connector (BNC type)  
Output video signals received from the camcorder via the  
camera adaptor as SD analog composite signals.  
The following table lists the signal formats of the SD  
analog composite signals output from this connector.  
For details about the pin assignments of the CA connector,  
contact a Sony service representative.  
System format (number of  
system lines/frame rate)  
Signal format  
f - AC IN connector (3-pin)  
Connect to an AC power source with the specified power  
cable.  
1080/59.94i  
720/59.94P  
NTSC (525/59.94i)  
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Names and Functions of Parts  
 
System format (number of  
system lines/frame rate)  
Signal format  
1080/50i  
720/50P  
PAL (625/50i)  
The SD analog composite signals output from this  
connector and the video output pin of the REMOTE  
connector, and the SDSDI signals output from the  
OUTPUT SDI connector, are SD signals that have been  
internally down converted from HD signals by this unit.  
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Names and Functions of Parts  
 
Preparations and Settings  
Example Connections  
Connecting to the XDCA-55  
XDCA-55  
CCZ-A cable (Max. 100 m (328 feet))  
PMW-320/350/500  
This unit  
BNC cable  
BNC cable  
Connecting to the XDCA-53  
XDCA-53  
CCZ-A cable (Max. 100 m (328 feet))  
PMW-EX3  
This unit  
BNC cable  
BNC cable  
When the camera adaptor is the XDCA-55  
To fix the connection cables using the  
cable clamp belt  
The cables to connect this unit and the camera adaptor can  
be fixed to the camera or plate by using the cable clamp  
belt supplied with the camera adaptor.  
1
Attach the cable clamp belt (supplied with the  
XDCA-55) to the XDCA-55 using the belt bracket  
attachment screw holes at the side of XDCA-55.  
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Preparations and Settings  
 
   
2
Bundle the three connection cables with the cable  
clamp belt. Pass the cables as illustrated.  
Belt bracket attachment screws (XDCA-55)  
Adjust the tightening force of the belt to suit the  
diameters of the cables.  
Belt bracket  
(supplied with XDCA-55)  
Cable clamp belt (supplied with XDCA-55)  
To this unit  
2
3
Bundle the three connection cables with the cable  
clamp belt. Pass the cables so as to make a loop as  
illustrated.  
Cable clamp belt (supplied with XDCA-53)  
Adjust the tightening force of the belt to suit the  
diameters of the cables.  
Attaching Rack Mount Brackets  
You can attach the supplied rack mount brackets and  
mount this unit on a rack. This allows other devices to be  
mounted above and below this unit without impeding  
adequate heat dissipation.  
To this unit  
Cable clamp belt (supplied with XDCA-55)  
When the camera adapator is the XDCA-53  
1
Attach the cable clamp belt (supplied with the  
XDCA-53) to the right side (as viewed from the  
XDCA-53) of the plate.  
Exchanging the Number Plate of the  
Tally Lamp  
Cable clamp belt (supplied with XDCA-53)  
Using a flat-blade screwdriver, you can exchange the  
TALLY lamp number plate as shown in the figure below.  
Plate  
Belt bracket attachment  
screws (XDCA-53)  
Belt bracket (supplied  
with XDCA-53)  
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Preparations and Settings  
 
   
Notes  
Starting the System  
• This unit designed for use with bi-directional HD digital  
transmission systems. It does not function if the  
camcorder side is set to SD mode.  
In the same way, this unit does not function if the  
camcorder is set to HD mode with a frame rate of 23.98P  
but the SDI OUTPUT setting is SD.  
For details, refer to the operating instructions of your  
camcorder for details about operating mode settings.  
• This unit’s TALLY lamp flashes if the system format of  
this unit and that of the camcorder are different. Device  
authentication between the camera adaptor and the  
camcorder is not established, so the LINK indicator does  
not light.  
Notes  
• After connecting the system with a CCZ-A and BNC  
cables, power on the devices as described below.  
• Do not connect or disconnect the cables connecting this  
unit and the camera adaptor (CCZ-A and BNC cables)  
while the system is powered on. The excessive current  
protection function may be activated, cutting off power  
to the power circuits of this unit or the camera adaptor.  
If the power should be cut off, connect the cables again  
in the proper fashion and wait for a while before starting  
the system again.  
When using the XDCA-55 and PMW-320/  
350/500  
Set the POWER switch of the PMW-320/350/500 to the  
ON position, and then press the “"” side of the POWER  
switch of this unit.  
Camcorder  
System format  
of this unit  
Operating  
mode  
Video format  
This unit starts.  
Power is supplied from this unit to the XDCA-55, and the  
PMW-320/350/500 starts.  
HD mode  
(HDSDI output)  
1920×1080/59.94i  
1920×1080/29.97PsF  
1280×720/59.94P  
1920×1080/50i  
1080/59.94i  
720/59.94P  
1080/50i  
When using the XDCA-53 and PMW-EX3  
1920×1080/25P  
1280×1080/50P  
1920×1080/23.98P  
720×486/59.94i  
720×576/50i  
1
2
3
Set the power switch of the PMW-EX3 to the  
CAMERA side.  
720/50P  
Not supported  
SD mode  
(SDSDI output)  
Press the “"” side of the POWER switch of the  
XDCA-53.  
Set the system format of this unit by setting the SYSTEM  
SETUP switches as follows.  
Press the “"” side of the POWER switch of this unit.  
This unit starts.  
Power is supplied from this unit to the XDCA-53, and  
the PMW-EX3 starts in camera mode.  
System  
format  
59.94/50 switch  
setting  
1080i/720P  
switch setting  
1080/59.94i  
720/59.94P  
1080/50i  
59.94  
1080i  
720P  
1080i  
720P  
Note  
50  
Always start the PMW-EX3 in camera mode.  
720/50P  
To shut down the system  
Press the “a” side of the POWER switch of this unit to  
power the entire sytem off.  
Setting the System Format  
To record and transmit with this system, set the system  
format (number of system lines/frame rate) of this unit as  
shown in the table below to match the video format  
settings of the camcorder.  
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Preparations and Settings  
 
   
Genlocking the System  
To genlock the system, input a reference sync signal to the  
input side GENLOCK INPUT connector of this unit. The  
reference sync signal can be an analog HD signal (tri-level  
sync) or an analog SD signal (bi-level sync).  
This unit detects the signal format of the input reference  
sync signal automatically and determines whether that  
signal can be used as reference sync signal, according to  
the current system format.  
The reference sync signal input to the input side  
GENLOCK INPUT connectors is output from the  
loop-through output side connector ( ).When nothing is  
connected to the output side connector, the reference sync  
signal is terminated automatically (75Ω termination).  
The following table lists the formats of usable reference  
sync signals.  
System format  
Reference sync signal formats (total number of system lines/frame rate)  
1125/59.94i 750/59.94P  
1125/50i  
750/50P  
525/59.94i  
625/50i  
1080/59.94i  
720/59.94P  
1080/50i  
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
720/50P  
a
a: Yes –: No  
To set the H phase of HD/SD output  
When the system is genlocked, and the H phase of HD/SD  
output from the camcorder is set to 0, the H phase of  
HDSDI or SDHDI signals output from the OUTPUT SDI  
connectors of this unit matches the phase of reference sync  
signals input to this unit.  
When reference sync signals are not input to this unit, the  
system operates with this unit as the master. The  
camcorder operates in synchronization to reference sync  
signals input from the camera adaptor.  
The HD/SD switch (one of the OUTPUT SELECT  
switches) can be used to set the H phase of SD analog  
composite signals output from the video output pins of the  
VIDEO OUTPUT and REMOTE connectors, as shown in  
the following table.  
Note  
The system is not synchronized when the camcorder is  
operating in a special recording mode or playback mode.  
HD/SD switch setting  
Output signal  
HDSDI  
Phase difference with reference sync signal  
HD  
0H  
+90H  
0H  
SD analog composite  
SDSDI  
SD  
SD analog composite  
0H  
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Preparations and Settings  
 
 
Appendix  
Return Video Signal Input and Output  
Return video signals input to this unit are sent to the  
camera adaptor as HDSDI signals. The camera adaptor  
switches between the return video signal received from  
this unit and the signal received from the camcorder, and  
outputs the signal from the MONI.OUT connector. The  
XDCA-55 sends return video received from this unit to the  
camcorder via its camcorder connection connector  
(50-pin).  
RETURN INPUT SDI connector. SD analog composite  
return video signals are input from the unit’s RETURN  
INPUT VIDEO connector. Use the HDSDI/SDSDI/  
VIDEO switch (one of the RETURN INPUT SELECT  
switches) to select which of these signals to use as the  
return video signal (see page 13).  
The format of the return video signals that can be input to  
this unit varies as shown in the following table, according  
to the system format settings of this unit and the  
camcorder.  
As return video signals, this unit accepts HDSDI signals,  
SDSDI signals, and SD analog composite signals. HDSDI  
and SDSDI return video signals are input from the unit’s  
System  
format  
Formats of return video signals that can be input to this unit  
HDSDI  
SDSDI  
SD analog composite  
525/59.94i 625/50i  
1080/59.94i 720/59.94P 1080/50i  
720/50P  
486/59.94i 576/50i  
1080/59.94i  
720/59.94P  
1080/50i  
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
720/50P  
a
a
a
a: Yes –: No  
synchronize it by using the internal frame synchronizer of  
this unit.  
When a return video signal is input to this system, and that  
signal in not synchronized with this system, you can  
Switching the Monitor Output of the XDCA-55/XDCA-53  
The monitor output from the MONITOR OUT (SDI)  
connector of the XDCA-55 or MONITOR OUT connector  
and MONI.OUT (SDI) connector of the XDCA-53 can be  
switched between return video signals sent from this unit  
and the shooting or playback signals sent from the  
camcorder.  
The monitor output from the XDCA-55/53 is switched as  
shown in the following table, according to the settings of  
the MONI. SEL switch and the RET button on the camera  
adaptor.  
MONI. SEL switch  
RET button state  
Monitor output  
RET  
On (the RET button is pressed on one of the  
devices in the system)  
Return video signal  
Off (the RET button is not pressed)  
CAM/RET  
On (the RET button is pressed on one of the  
devices in the system)  
Off (the RET button is not pressed)  
Shooting or playback signals sent from the camera  
Even if the TALLY lamp is already lit, it changes to  
flashing if an alarm occurs.  
Alarms (when the XDCA-55 is used)  
The TALLY lamp (red) flashes as an alarm if the system  
frequencies of this unit and the camcorder are different.  
For details about the system frequency of this unit and that  
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Appendix  
 
       
Fan alarms  
The POWER indicator flashes at a frequency of 4 Hz when  
the unit’s cooling fan is not rotating during operation of the  
unit.  
Important Notes on  
Operation  
Use and storage locations  
Avoid using or storing the unit in the following places.  
• In excessive heat or cold (operating temperature range:  
5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F))  
• Remember that in summer in warm climates the  
temperature inside a car with the windows closed can  
easily exceed 50°C (122°F).  
• In damp or dusty locations  
• Locations where the unit may be exposed to rain  
• Locations subject to violent vibration  
• Near strong magnetic fields  
• Close to radio or TV transmitters producing strong  
electromagnetic fields  
• In direct sunlight or close to heaters for extended periods  
Do not subject to strong shocks  
Do not drop the unit or subject it to strong shocks. The unit  
may be damaged.  
Do not wrap in a cloth or other covering during  
operation  
Internal temperatures may rise, causing malfunctions.  
Maintenance  
Clean the cabinet and panels by wiping lightly with a soft,  
dry cloth. If they are very dirty, use a cloth dampened with  
a small amount of neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Avoid  
the use of volatile solvents such as thinners, alcohol,  
benzene, and insecticides. They may damage the surface  
finish or cause it to peel off.  
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Important Notes on Operation  
 
 
Camera adaptor input/output connectors  
CA IN/OUT  
CA  
BNC type (1 each), 0.8 Vp-p, 75 Ω  
CCZ 26-pin (1), male  
Specifications  
Other connectors  
INTERCOM  
AUX  
REMOTE  
XLR 5-pin (1), female  
D-sub 25-pin (1), female  
8-pin round (1), female  
General  
Power requirements  
100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz  
Power consumption  
Max. 1.6 A (during operation of entire  
system, 100 V to 240 V AC)  
Supplied Accessories  
Operating Instructions  
Japanese (1)  
Note  
English (1)  
The total current consumption on the  
camcorder and camera adapter (including  
peripheral equipment) to receive power  
from this unit must not exceed 70 W.  
CD-ROM (1)  
Rack mount brackets (2)  
Rack mount bracket attachment screws (4)  
Front cover (1)  
Front cover attachment screws (2)  
Numbr plates (1 set)  
Peak inrush current  
(1) Power ON, current probe method: 8 A  
(100 V), 40 A (240V)  
(2) Hot switching inrush current,  
measured in accordance with  
European standard EN55103-1: 14 A  
(230 V)  
Accessories Not Supplied  
United States and Canada: Plug holder B (2-990-242-01)  
Other areas: Plug holder C (3-613-640-01)  
United States and Canada: Power cord set (1-551-812-XX)  
Other areas: Power cord set (1-782-929-XX)  
CCZ-A cable (CCZ-A5 (5 m), CCZ-A10 (10 m),  
CCZ-A25 (25 m), CCZ-A50 (50 m), CCZ-A100  
(100 m))  
Operating temperature  
5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)  
Operating humidity  
20% to 90%  
Storage temperature  
–20°C to +55°C (–4°F to +131°F)  
Dimensions (w/h/d, excluding projections)  
Design and specifications are subject to change without  
notice.  
3
3
1
424 × 44 × 290 mm (16 / × 1 / × 11 /  
4
4
2
inches)  
Mass  
Approx. 3.5 kg (7 lb 7.7 oz)  
Note  
Always verify that the unit is operating properly before  
use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES  
OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED  
TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON  
ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR  
PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF  
THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY  
PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE  
WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON  
WHATSOEVER.  
Connectors  
Input connectors  
RETURN INPUT SDI  
BNC type, 0.8 Vp-p, 75 Ω  
RETURN INPUT VIDEO  
BNC type, VBS (1.0 Vp-p), 75 Ω  
GENLOCK INPUT  
BNC type (2), loop-through input, 75 Ω  
automatic termination  
HD tri-level sync or black burst  
Output connectors  
VIDEO OUTPUT  
BNC type (1), VBS: 1.0 Vp-p, sync  
negative, 75 Ω, unbalanced  
OUTPUT SDI BNC type (1 each), 0.8 Vp-p, 75 Ω  
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Specifications  
 
         
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