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NTSC/PAL 3CCD Digital Camcorder

DSR-PD170
DSR-PD170P

F o r

P r o f e s s i o n a l

R e s u l t s

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02 DVCAM FEATURES

Camera Features
The Professional Picture Quality You Demand

3CCD Camera System Optical Super SteadyShot™ System

The DSR-PD170 incorporates three 1/3-inch type CCDs, each with The DSR-PD170 employs the Super SteadyShot system, in which
380,000 pixels, and the DSR-PD170P incorporates three 1/3-inch type horizontal and vertical movements are detected independently by the
CCDs, each with 450,000 pixels. The 1/3-inch size CCDs contribute sensors. The prism system located behind the lens adjusts and
to the high sensitivity and high signal-to-noise ratio. These CCDs are optically compensates for unsteady camera handling, while maintaining
capable of interlace scan to acquire moving images and progressive*2 image quality.
scan to capture still images.
Large 180,000-dot LCD Precision Black & White
*2 Moving images cannot be acquired in the progressive scan mode.
Viewfinder
Advanced HAD™ Technology The 0.44-inch*4 type black and white LCD viewfinder provides 500 lines
Advanced HAD technology reduces fixed pattern noise and vertical of horizontal resolution. In addition, a large-sized eyecup is used, and
smear, thus allowing the camera to achieve a high sensitivity and the window size of the magnifier has also been enlarged. This allows
excellent signal to noise ratio. easier focusing and more comfortable use of the viewfinder.
*4 Viewable area, measured diagonally
Low Light Shooting
The minimum illumination has been improved from 2lx for the 16:9 Widescreen Acquisition Mode
DSR-PD150/PD150P to 1lx thanks to the use of an enhanced noise- The DSR-PD170 is capable of widescreen 16:9 acquisition image
reduction process. capturing (video only), producing true 16:9 images. This is different
from the letterboxing view commonly used in many equivalent models.
Optical 12x Zoom Lens
The optical 12x zoom lens*3 allows the DSR-PD170 to maintain picture
quality even at high zoom ratios.
*3 Digital zoom of 24x or 48x can also be achieved by the proper menu selection.

Recorder Features
High-Quality Digital Recording for Professionals

DVCAM/DV Selectable Recording external audio source. The input level can be selected from Mic/Line/
The DSR-PD170 adopts the DVCAM format, which uses 8-bit digital Mic Attenuator positions. 48 V microphone power can be supplied.
component recording with a 5:1 compression ratio and a sampling rate INPUT 1 audio can be recorded on CH1 only, or both CH1 and CH2 audio
of 4:1:1 (for 525/60) or 4:2:0 (for 625/50). The unique compression tracks (selected by switch). One directional microphone is supplied.
algorithm provides excellent picture quality and superb multi-
generation dubbing performance. An audio lock mode synchronizes
the audio to the video for professional editing results. Should a longer
record time be required, the DSR-PD170 is also capable of recording
and playing back DV format signals (SP mode only)*5.
*5 The transition from cut to cut
may not be smooth between
scenes where the recording
format is changed from DV to
DVCAM, or vice versa. This
is a normal and expected 16-bit/12-bit PCM Digital Sound and
phenomenon.
Audio Dub mode is NOT Audio Dub Capability
possible when recorded in The DSR-PD170 records two channels of audio with the 48 kHz/16-bit
DV (SP) format.
or 32 kHz/12-bit mode. On a pre-recorded tape with two channels
recorded in the 32 kHz/12-bit mode, it can dub an additional two
channels through the external microphone input (XLR connectors or
2 Ch. XLR Audio Input and RCA pin jacks, DVCAM recorded tape only).
Supplied Directional Microphone Additional Recorder Features
The DSR-PD170 provides two XLR audio input connectors ■ 16:9 recording mode
for connecting professional microphones or for feeding an ■ Interval recording function

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03 DVCAM FEATURES

Operational Features
Advanced Features for Professional Results

Newly Developed Hybrid LCD Monitor with a High On-handle Zoom Lever and
Resolution of more than 210,000 Pixels Rec. Start/Stop Button
The DSR-PD170 has a high-resolution color LCD monitor for viewing In order to facilitate zoom control and recording
the recorded picture, or checking the playback picture on location. operation during low-angle shooting, an
With its large screen, it is also helpful in setting menus or the audio additional zoom lever and a rec. start/stop
recording level, as well as monitoring the camera and audio status button have been added to the carrying
while mounted on a tripod. The hybrid LCD monitor combines the handle. Zoom speed can be selected
characteristics of both transmissive and reflective LCD panels. The from H (faster), L (slower) or OFF via the
transmissive LCD panel is suited for dark conditions such as in the three-position slide switch located on
studio, while the reflective LCD panel provides clear viewing in bright the side of the handle.
conditions such as under strong sunlight.
Long Operating Time
Combined with the optional NP-F970 InfoLITHIUM™ Rechargeable
Battery Pack, the DSR-PD170 can continuously operate in record
mode for up to ten hours. By attaching the battery and connecting the
camcorder to the supplied AD-L15 AC Adaptor, the camcorder will start
charging the battery.

Battery Life
Continuous With With LCD viewfinder
With LCD monitor on
Recording Time*6 LCD viewfinder on and LCD monitor on
NP-F570 (supplied) 195 min. 165 min. 155 min.
NP-F750 (optional) 265 min. 230 min. 215 min.
NP-F770 (optional) 400 min. 345 min. 325 min.
NP-F960 (optional) 480 min. 420 min. 395 min.
NP-F970 (optional) 600 min. 515 min. 485 min.
*6 Continuous recording time, indoors at 25°C.

Manual Functions
Comparison of images displayed on the LCD monitors of the DSR-PD150 on the left and
DSR-PD170 on the right In order to provide the flexibility required in professional applications, the
DSR-PD170 allows a variety of its functions to be manually adjusted.
Simultaneous Operation • Zoom • ND Filters (1/4 and 1/32)
of LCD Monitor and • Focus • Spotlight Button
Viewfinder • Iris (with smoother and more • Backlight Button
sensitive iris control) • Digital Effects (Still, Flash Motion,
The LCD monitor and
• Shutter speed Luminance Key, Trail, Old Movie)
viewfinder can be used
• Gain • Audio Recording Level (Separate or
simultaneously. This allows
• AE (Auto Exposure) Shift Linked adjustment of CH1 and CH2)
an operator to perform focus
• White Balance • Zebra Patterns (100% or 70%)
adjustments on the subject • Guide Frame (Vertical and Horizontal
• Custom Preset (Color Level,
with the black and white LCD Sharpness, White Balance Shift, alignment of the subject to guide
viewfinder, while adjusting the AGC Limit) frame)
color balance with the LCD
monitor.

Large-sized Handle
The top height of the handle is about 10 mm higher than that of the
DSR-PD150/PD150P. The handle design has also been enhanced for
a better and easier grip.

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04 DVCAM FEATURES / SPECIFICATIONS

Index Marking Digital Still Camera Functions with

When a Cassette Memory-equipped DVCAM/DV tape is used, an Memory Stick™ Media
Index can be marked while recording with the camera or The Memory Photo function allows the camera to be switched to
recording from an external video source. progressive scan mode for capturing still images. VGA-sized files
This function allows quick access to the marked tape position in are recorded on the Memory Stick media. The Memory Mix
subsequent operations. function can combine the still images stored on
Memory Stick media with camera video images.
Time Code Preset
The time code can be preset using any number in H/M/S/F Supplied Lens Hood with Built-in Lens Cap
(hours/minutes/seconds/frames), for accurate tape-position This lens hood incorporates a lens cap that can
information. The time-code mode can be selected between be opened or closed by using a lever located
“rec-run” or “free run”. User bits can also be set. on the side of the hood.

Title Function Supplied Wide Conversion Lens and

When using a Cassette Memory-equipped tape, titles can be set Additional Lens Hood
and stored in the Cassette Memory for superimposition during The high performance VCL-HG0758 Wide Conversion Lens
playback. This information is not burnt into the video signal, but and its associated lens hood, LSF-S58 Lens Hood are bundled
is overlaid only during the playback. with the DSR-PD170. The
LSF-S58 can serve as a lens
Fader
hood even when the Wide
The DSR-PD170 provides five fading modes: Black Fade
Conversion Lens is not in use.
(IN/OUT), Monotone Fade (fade from Black & White to color),
Overlap (last image becomes a still image and overlaps into the Other Functions
new scene), Wipe and Dot. ■ Date Stamping Superimpose date onto image, selected by menu.
■ AV to DV Out Convert analog input signals to DV signals.

DSR-PD170/PD170P Specifications
Lens 12:1 Variable Speed (1.2 - 22 sec.) zoom lens (48x digital zoom) Connectors
f=6.0 to 72.0 mm; F1.6 to 2.4; Filter Diameter 58 mm Video IN/OUT RCA pin x 1
Focus Auto/Manual (ring)/Infinity/One push auto Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p
Imaging Device Three 1/3-inch type CCDs 75 Ω unbalanced, sync negative
Gross 380,000 pixels/effective 340,000 pixels (NTSC) Audio IN/OUT RCA pin x 2
Gross 450,000 pixels/effective 400,000 pixels (PAL) 327 mV
Progressive/Interlace Scan Output impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ
White Balance Auto/One-push/Outdoor (5800 K)/Indoor (3200 K) Input impedance with more than 47 kΩ
Shutter Speed 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/90, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180, 1/250, S-Video IN/OUT Mini-Din 4-pin x 1
1/350, 1/500, 1/725, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced
1/4000, 1/6000, 1/10000 second (NTSC) Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p (NTSC), 0.3 Vp-p (PAL)
1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/215, Audio IN XLR 3-pin female x 2, 327 mV, -60 dBu, 3 kΩ, +4 dBu, 10 kΩ
1/300, 1/425, 1/600, 1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1750, 1/2500, (0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms)
1/3500, 1/6000, 1/10000 second (PAL) [Link]™ *7 (DV IN/OUT) 4-pin x 1
Exposure Auto/Manual LANC Stereo mini jack (2.5 mm) x 1
Gain 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 dB Headphone Stereo mini jack (3.5 mm) x 1
Minimum Illumination 1 lx with F1.6 at 18 dB gain External DC IN 8.4 V for AC-L15 AC adaptor
Horizontal Resolution 530 TV lines Operating Temperature 32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C)
Viewfinder 180,000 dot Black & White LCD Storage Temperature -4 to 140 °F (-20 to 60 °C)
Horizontal Resolution: 500 TV lines Power Requirements DC 7.2 V (Battery), DC 8.4 V (AC adaptor)
Audio Signal Rec. 48 kHz/16-bit, 32 kHz/12-bit Power Consumption Rec. with LCD viewfinder only: 4.7 W
Playback 48 kHz/16-bit, 32 kHz/12-bit, 32 kHz/16-bit, 44.1 kHz/16-bit Rec. with LCD monitor only: 5.4 W
Built-in Speaker Dynamic Speaker, φ20 mm Rec. with LCD viewfinder and LCD monitor: 5.7 W
LCD Hybrid, 2.5-inch, 211, 200 dots (960 x 220) Playback on LCD: 4.1 W
Tape Speed Approx. 28.2 mm/sec (DVCAM mode) Dimensions (W x H x D) 4 3/4 x 7 1/8 x 15 1/2 inches (118 x 180 x 393 mm)
Approx. 18.8 mm/sec (DV SP mode) (camcorder only)
Maximum Recording Time 40 minutes (DVCAM mode) 5 1/4 x 7 1/8 x 18 inches (133 x 180 x 456 mm)
60 minutes (DV SP mode) including microphone
Video Signal EIA Standard, NTSC color system (DSR-PD170) Weight Approx. 3 lb 6 oz (1.6 kg) (camcorder only)
CCIR Standard, PAL color system (DSR-PD170P) Supplied Accessories AC-L15 AC Adaptor
ECM-NV1 Electret Condenser Microphone
NP-F570 InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack
VCL-HG0758 Wide Conversion Lens
LSF-S58 Lens Hood for Wide Conversion Lens and Hood Cap
7 1/8 (18)

Lens Hood with Built-in Lens Cap

RMT-811 Remote Commander and R6 Batteries (x2)
Carrying Belt
[Link] Cable Strap
Stereo AV Cable
*7 [Link] is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394
4 3/4 (11) 15 1/2 (393) connector. All products with an [Link] connector may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the
documentation that comes with any device having an [Link] connector for information on compatibility operating
5 1/4 (133) 18 (456)
conditions and proper connection. For information on any device having an [Link] connection contact nearest
Unit: inches (mm) Sony office.

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01 INTRODUCTION

A “handy” addition
to the DVCAM ™ camcorder family

– The DSR-PD170
The DSR-PD170*1 is a 1/3-inch type 3CCD Digital Camcorder that uses the DVCAM format. Like its predecessor,
the market acclaimed DSR-PD150/PD150P, the DSR-PD170 addresses a broad spectrum of applications - from
video journalism, wedding and event videography, corporate and training productions, up to broadcast
newsgathering - areas where picture quality, reliability, and mobility are prime concerns. In addition to inheriting
all the attractive features of the DSR-PD150/PD150P, the DSR-PD170 offers a range of enhancements for further
improved audio and video quality and operability, and adds new accessories to meet even more diverse shooting
scenarios. The DSR-PD170 is designed to become a “handy” tool for professional shooting in a wide range of
applications.
*1 Two models of the DSR-PD170 are available: the DSR-PD170 for NTSC and the DSR-PD170P for PAL.

DSR-PD170

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Optional Accessories
Some of the following accessories may not be available in certain countries. For details, please contact your nearest Sony office.

2NP-F970 AC-V700A VCL-HG1758 LC-PD170TH LC-PD150BP

InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack AC Adaptor/Charger Tele Conversion Lens 1.7x Hard Carrying Case for Soft Carrying Case for
DSR-PD170/PD170P DSR-PD170/PD170P

VMC-IL4408A/IL4415/IL4435 VMC-IL4615/IL4635 MSH-32/64/128/128S2 UWP-C1 ECM-670/672/678

(4-pin to 4-pin, 0.8 m/1.5 m/3.5 m) (4-pin to 6-pin, 1.5 m/3.5 m) IC Recording Media Memory Stick UHF Synthesized Wireless Microphone Electret Condenser Microphone
[Link] Cable [Link] Cable Package (CAC-12 Camera Microphone Holder
is required)

PDVM-12ME/22ME/32ME/40ME
Digital Videocassette (Mini size)

PDVM-12N/22N/32N/40N
Digital Videocassette (Non-IC type/Mini size)
PDVM-32MEM/40MEM
Digital Videocassette (Master tape/Mini size)
PDVM-12CL
Cleaning Cassette Tape (Mini size)

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