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... Software Installation 15 Parts Identifications 16 Camcorder 16 Zoom Lens VCL-614B2X (Supplied 20 IR Remote Commander (Supplied 21 On-Screen Indications 23 Indications in Camera Mode 23 Direct Menu Operation 24 Power Supply 26 Using a Battery Pack 26 Using AC Power (DC IN Power 27 Turning Power On 28 Turning...
... Software Installation 15 Parts Identifications 16 Camcorder 16 Zoom Lens VCL-614B2X (Supplied 20 IR Remote Commander (Supplied 21 On-Screen Indications 23 Indications in Camera Mode 23 Direct Menu Operation 24 Power Supply 26 Using a Battery Pack 26 Using AC Power (DC IN Power 27 Turning Power On 28 Turning...
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... 102 Adding/Deleting Shot Marks 103 Changing the Index Frame 104 Dividing a Clip 104 Status Displays Showing the Status Screens 105 CAMERA Status Screen 106 AUDIO Status Screen 107 In Camera Mode 107 In Media Mode 107 VIDEO Status Screen 108 BUTTON/REMOTE Status Screen 108 BATTERY/MEDIA Status Screen 109 Menu...
... 102 Adding/Deleting Shot Marks 103 Changing the Index Frame 104 Dividing a Clip 104 Status Displays Showing the Status Screens 105 CAMERA Status Screen 106 AUDIO Status Screen 107 In Camera Mode 107 In Media Mode 107 VIDEO Status Screen 108 BUTTON/REMOTE Status Screen 108 BATTERY/MEDIA Status Screen 109 Menu...
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Setup Menu Configuration 110 Setup Menu Layers 110 Basic Menu Operations 111 Setup Menu List 114 CAMERA SET Menu 114 AUDIO SET Menu 118 VIDEO SET Menu 119 VF SET Menu 120 TC/UB SET Menu 122 LENS Menu 122 OTHERS Menu ... 133 External Synchronization 134 Operating From the RM-B750/B150 136 Operating the Menus of the Camcorder 136 Functions Operable From the RM-B750/B150 (Camera Mode 138 Appendixes 8 Important Notes on Operation 140 Formats and Limitations of Outputs 141 Video Formats and Output Formats 141 Limitations of Outputs 142 Lens...
Setup Menu Configuration 110 Setup Menu Layers 110 Basic Menu Operations 111 Setup Menu List 114 CAMERA SET Menu 114 AUDIO SET Menu 118 VIDEO SET Menu 119 VF SET Menu 120 TC/UB SET Menu 122 LENS Menu 122 OTHERS Menu ... 133 External Synchronization 134 Operating From the RM-B750/B150 136 Operating the Menus of the Camcorder 136 Functions Operable From the RM-B750/B150 (Camera Mode 138 Appendixes 8 Important Notes on Operation 140 Formats and Limitations of Outputs 141 Video Formats and Output Formats 141 Limitations of Outputs 142 Lens...
Operating Instructions
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... with "Expand" function Each time a recording is useful if you wish to quickly search for the camcorder, to a maximum of Sony's legendary CineAlta1) family, though compact offers native 23.98P recording capability. This allows the shutter speed to create unique 'looks' or...those of slow- Overview 1080 resolutions. Furthermore, thumbnails are recorded as a supplied accessory. Cutting-edge Camera Technologies 1/2-inch type three "Exmor"1) CMOS sensors The PMW-EX3 is convenient for flexible use of extremely quick motion. The lens has versatile functions for the PMWEX3 to...
... with "Expand" function Each time a recording is useful if you wish to quickly search for the camcorder, to a maximum of Sony's legendary CineAlta1) family, though compact offers native 23.98P recording capability. This allows the shutter speed to create unique 'looks' or...those of slow- Overview 1080 resolutions. Furthermore, thumbnails are recorded as a supplied accessory. Cutting-edge Camera Technologies 1/2-inch type three "Exmor"1) CMOS sensors The PMW-EX3 is convenient for flexible use of extremely quick motion. The lens has versatile functions for the PMWEX3 to...
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... a smooth transition will take place according to the electric shutter speed controls, the PMW-EX3 also has a "shutter angle" control, which is pressed. All other trademarks are trademarks of Sony Corporation. 2) HDV is especially useful for pre-determined frame are recorded each time ... smooth automatic scene transitions. With this function, images for clayanimation shooting. Picture Profile feature The Picture Profile feature allows the camera operator to cinematographers. The operator can be operated from the optional Remote Control Units: The camcorder can program start /stop ...
... a smooth transition will take place according to the electric shutter speed controls, the PMW-EX3 also has a "shutter angle" control, which is pressed. All other trademarks are trademarks of Sony Corporation. 2) HDV is especially useful for pre-determined frame are recorded each time ... smooth automatic scene transitions. With this function, images for clayanimation shooting. Picture Profile feature The Picture Profile feature allows the camera operator to cinematographers. The operator can be operated from the optional Remote Control Units: The camcorder can program start /stop ...
Operating Instructions
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...accessories (page 68) 8. Power (CAMERA/MEDIA) switch (page 28) 12. Cable clamp for external microphone (page 68) 2. Rear tally lamp (page 48, page 148) 10. Shoulder pad It can be pulled out as follows: AULEDVIOEL S CH-2 AUMTAONUAL EX PMW-EX3 OPEN TC OUT REMOTE MEDIA Push...WHITE BAL ATW BARS/CAM B A PRST STATUS MENU SEL/SET CANCEL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT PMW-EX3 OPEN REMOTE Side operation panel (page 19) 12 11 Operation panel on the...
...accessories (page 68) 8. Power (CAMERA/MEDIA) switch (page 28) 12. Cable clamp for external microphone (page 68) 2. Rear tally lamp (page 48, page 148) 10. Shoulder pad It can be pulled out as follows: AULEDVIOEL S CH-2 AUMTAONUAL EX PMW-EX3 OPEN TC OUT REMOTE MEDIA Push...WHITE BAL ATW BARS/CAM B A PRST STATUS MENU SEL/SET CANCEL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT PMW-EX3 OPEN REMOTE Side operation panel (page 19) 12 11 Operation panel on the...
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... button (page 105) 11. FULL AUTO FRAME + WHITE BAL BARS/CAM OFF L M ATW B A H PRST STATUS MENU SEL/SET CANCEL 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1. BARS/CAM (color bar/camera signal switching) button (page 69) OPEN Slide the cover upward to unlock. 34 1. Overview 3. ASSIGN (assignable)1/2/3 buttons (page 72) 2. FULL AUTO button and indicator (page...
... button (page 105) 11. FULL AUTO FRAME + WHITE BAL BARS/CAM OFF L M ATW B A H PRST STATUS MENU SEL/SET CANCEL 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1. BARS/CAM (color bar/camera signal switching) button (page 69) OPEN Slide the cover upward to unlock. 34 1. Overview 3. ASSIGN (assignable)1/2/3 buttons (page 72) 2. FULL AUTO button and indicator (page...
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... status indication Memory card in slot A is active. 5. Battery remaining/DC IN voltage indication [M] (page 26) 2. Overview On-Screen Indications Indications in Camera Mode When this unit is in Camera mode (mode for Frame Recording 4. i.LINK status indication Only when an external device is connected to which the corresponding on/off functions...
... status indication Memory card in slot A is active. 5. Battery remaining/DC IN voltage indication [M] (page 26) 2. Overview On-Screen Indications Indications in Camera Mode When this unit is in Camera mode (mode for Frame Recording 4. i.LINK status indication Only when an external device is connected to which the corresponding on/off functions...
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... GAIN L M H + FRAMEFULL AUTO WHITE BAL ATW BARS/CAM B A PRST STATUS MENU SEL/SET CANCEL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT PMW-EX3 OPEN REMOTE 1 Press the joystick or the jog dial. TLCS mode indication [M][D] (page 117) Backlight mode...
... GAIN L M H + FRAMEFULL AUTO WHITE BAL ATW BARS/CAM B A PRST STATUS MENU SEL/SET CANCEL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT PMW-EX3 OPEN REMOTE 1 Press the joystick or the jog dial. TLCS mode indication [M][D] (page 117) Backlight mode...
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... after removing the battery pack. Battery pack F A TSRHAONTSITION B TC/U-BIT/DURATION HDV SDI OUT TC IN GENLOCK IN REMOTE TC OUT CAMERA OFF MEDIA DC IN MOONUITTOR S VIDEO CH-1AUDIO OUCTH-2 COMOPUOTNENT Battery pack receptacle Power switch: OFF Note If a battery pack that cannot... B TC/U-BIT/DURATION SDI OUT HDV TC IN GENLOCK IN REMOTE TC OUT DC IN MOONUITTOR S VIDEO CH-1AUDIO OUCTH-2 COMOPUOTNENT CAMERA OFF MEDIA BATTERY RELEASE button BATTERY RELEASE Power switch: OFF Checking battery charge remaining To check during operation When recording or playback is ...
... after removing the battery pack. Battery pack F A TSRHAONTSITION B TC/U-BIT/DURATION HDV SDI OUT TC IN GENLOCK IN REMOTE TC OUT CAMERA OFF MEDIA DC IN MOONUITTOR S VIDEO CH-1AUDIO OUCTH-2 COMOPUOTNENT Battery pack receptacle Power switch: OFF Note If a battery pack that cannot... B TC/U-BIT/DURATION SDI OUT HDV TC IN GENLOCK IN REMOTE TC OUT DC IN MOONUITTOR S VIDEO CH-1AUDIO OUCTH-2 COMOPUOTNENT CAMERA OFF MEDIA BATTERY RELEASE button BATTERY RELEASE Power switch: OFF Checking battery charge remaining To check during operation When recording or playback is ...
Operating Instructions
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... MEDIA SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT PMW-EX3 OPEN REMOTE Power switch CAMERA OFF MEDIA To operate in Camera mode, turn the power on . power without first setting the power switch to OFF may cause damage to the .... Remove the battery pack if the camcorder will not be sure to set to the CAMERA position. Removing the battery pack and the DC IN 28 Power Supply Turning Power On This camcorder has Camera mode for recording and Media mode for a prolonged period. • When removing the...
... MEDIA SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT PMW-EX3 OPEN REMOTE Power switch CAMERA OFF MEDIA To operate in Camera mode, turn the power on . power without first setting the power switch to OFF may cause damage to the .... Remove the battery pack if the camcorder will not be sure to set to the CAMERA position. Removing the battery pack and the DC IN 28 Power Supply Turning Power On This camcorder has Camera mode for recording and Media mode for a prolonged period. • When removing the...
Operating Instructions
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... GAIN L M H + FRAMEFULL AUTO WHITE BAL ATW BARS/CAM B A PRST STATUS MENU SEL/SET CANCEL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT PMW-EX3 OPEN REMOTE INITIAL SETTING Time Zone: UTC +09:00 TOKYO Date / Time: 20098/01/01 00.../01 00:00:00 Fi nish Time Zone The value shows the time difference from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). The camcorder enters the operation mode (Camera mode or Media mode) you turn the jog dial to the year-setting column.
... GAIN L M H + FRAMEFULL AUTO WHITE BAL ATW BARS/CAM B A PRST STATUS MENU SEL/SET CANCEL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT PMW-EX3 OPEN REMOTE INITIAL SETTING Time Zone: UTC +09:00 TOKYO Date / Time: 20098/01/01 00.../01 00:00:00 Fi nish Time Zone The value shows the time difference from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). The camcorder enters the operation mode (Camera mode or Media mode) you turn the jog dial to the year-setting column.
Operating Instructions
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... out the support bar and move the viewfinder forward or rearward, the angle of the assignable buttons (see page 72), you adjust the angle. In Camera mode, the picture is also inverted both vertically and horizontally. Note If the fixing lever below the handle (rotating it toward the viewfinder) permits you...
... out the support bar and move the viewfinder forward or rearward, the angle of the assignable buttons (see page 72), you adjust the angle. In Camera mode, the picture is also inverted both vertically and horizontally. Note If the fixing lever below the handle (rotating it toward the viewfinder) permits you...
Operating Instructions
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... Zoom mode). 5 Press the MENU button to set the SLS setting to OFF before starting the adjustment. 1 Start the camcorder in Camera mode by setting the power switch to CAMERA. 2 Set the IRIS switch to AUTO. 3 Place a high-contrast subject, such as the same lens is used . Repeated adjustment...Preparations VIDEO S MONOITUOTR IN DC Adjusting the Lens The supplied VCL-614B2X and the optional XS8X4AS-XB8 (see page 34) specially designed for the PMW-EX3 are called "exclusive lenses" in the camcorder, and cause fire. Caution Do not leave the camcorder with the lens facing the sun. Direct sunlight...
... Zoom mode). 5 Press the MENU button to set the SLS setting to OFF before starting the adjustment. 1 Start the camcorder in Camera mode by setting the power switch to CAMERA. 2 Set the IRIS switch to AUTO. 3 Place a high-contrast subject, such as the same lens is used . Repeated adjustment...Preparations VIDEO S MONOITUOTR IN DC Adjusting the Lens The supplied VCL-614B2X and the optional XS8X4AS-XB8 (see page 34) specially designed for the PMW-EX3 are called "exclusive lenses" in the camcorder, and cause fire. Caution Do not leave the camcorder with the lens facing the sun. Direct sunlight...
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... AUTO WHITE BAL ATW BARS/CAM B A PRST STATUS MENU SEL/SET CANCEL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT PMW-EX3 OPEN REMOTE For write protection Setting the write-protect switch of the SxS memory card...on this camcorder. Write-protect switch Preparations SxS PRO 8GB • We recommend that you to record, edit or delete data. Sony accepts no responsibility for any damage or loss of the camcorder does not completely delete data on a card is set in places ...
... AUTO WHITE BAL ATW BARS/CAM B A PRST STATUS MENU SEL/SET CANCEL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT PMW-EX3 OPEN REMOTE For write protection Setting the write-protect switch of the SxS memory card...on this camcorder. Write-protect switch Preparations SxS PRO 8GB • We recommend that you to record, edit or delete data. Sony accepts no responsibility for any damage or loss of the camcorder does not completely delete data on a card is set in places ...
Operating Instructions
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...ASSIGN AACCEACSCSESBS B A TO SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GE TC IN AM OOPPEENN EL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA 1 PMW-EX3 2 Insert the SxS memory card into the slot. ON STOGRAM ASSIGN TO AM O PR xS S B 8G TC/U-BIT.../DURATION ACCESS B A SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GE TC IN PMW-EX3 OPEN EL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA With the label facing right The ACCESS lamp lights in green Slot statuses Accessing the loaded SxS memory...
...ASSIGN AACCEACSCSESBS B A TO SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GE TC IN AM OOPPEENN EL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA 1 PMW-EX3 2 Insert the SxS memory card into the slot. ON STOGRAM ASSIGN TO AM O PR xS S B 8G TC/U-BIT.../DURATION ACCESS B A SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GE TC IN PMW-EX3 OPEN EL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA With the label facing right The ACCESS lamp lights in green Slot statuses Accessing the loaded SxS memory...
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... (recording bit rate) is displayed in the viewfinder. Handling SxS Memory Cards 43 Preparations destroyed. Formatting begins. Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording In Camera mode, you can perform recording or playback using "Format Media" (page 127) of minutes. Be sure that was formatted with an appropriate SxS memory card...
... (recording bit rate) is displayed in the viewfinder. Handling SxS Memory Cards 43 Preparations destroyed. Formatting begins. Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording In Camera mode, you can perform recording or playback using "Format Media" (page 127) of minutes. Be sure that was formatted with an appropriate SxS memory card...
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...ASSIGN TO AM TC/U-BIT/DURATION ACCESS B A SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GE TC IN PMW-EX3 OPEN EL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA Insert so that was formatted with the PHU-60K. 3 Pass the cable through the cable guide slot. 4 Secure ...ASSIGN TO ATION ACCESS B A SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GE TC IN AM PMW-EX3 OPEN EL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA Preparations Connecting/Removing the PHU Connection Cable Recording/playback can use .
...ASSIGN TO AM TC/U-BIT/DURATION ACCESS B A SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GE TC IN PMW-EX3 OPEN EL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA Insert so that was formatted with the PHU-60K. 3 Pass the cable through the cable guide slot. 4 Secure ...ASSIGN TO ATION ACCESS B A SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GE TC IN AM PMW-EX3 OPEN EL PPIRCOTFUIRLEE CAMERA OFF MEDIA Preparations Connecting/Removing the PHU Connection Cable Recording/playback can use .
Operating Instructions
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... lit in the same manner. The restoration begins. An in-progress message and status bar (%) are erased. Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording In Camera mode, the remaining capacity (in minutes) of the OTHERS menu in red. If restoration fails • A PHU-60K on which only the managerial data are...
... lit in the same manner. The restoration begins. An in-progress message and status bar (%) are erased. Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording In Camera mode, the remaining capacity (in minutes) of the OTHERS menu in red. If restoration fails • A PHU-60K on which only the managerial data are...
Operating Instructions
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...for best viewing. 5 Set the power switch to the second card when the first card becomes full. 3 Pull up on and enters Camera mode. The camcorder is used. When using the supplied or optional exclusive lens. If you load two cards, recording is continued by the... SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT PMW-EX3 OPEN REMOTE 1 Battery pack 2 Memory card(s) 6 FULL AUTO 5 CAMERA OFF MEDIA Power switch: CAMERA Preparations 1 Mount a fully charged battery pack. 2 Load SxS memory card(s). Note When you are...
...for best viewing. 5 Set the power switch to the second card when the first card becomes full. 3 Pull up on and enters Camera mode. The camcorder is used. When using the supplied or optional exclusive lens. If you load two cards, recording is continued by the... SDI OUT HDV SLOT SELECT IN CAHUL-E1DVIOELCH-2ASAUUEMDTLAIOEONCUTALAUMTAAONUUDEAIINXLOT IN EXT GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT PMW-EX3 OPEN REMOTE 1 Battery pack 2 Memory card(s) 6 FULL AUTO 5 CAMERA OFF MEDIA Power switch: CAMERA Preparations 1 Mount a fully charged battery pack. 2 Load SxS memory card(s). Note When you are...