AUDIO
High-quality Audio
The PMW-160 is equipped with two XLR connectors, which are for professional
microphones such as the ECM-680S/MS2/678/674/673/VG1 and wireless
microphone systems such as the UWP-V1/V2. By combining the built-in stereo
microphone with an external microphone input, users can record up to four
channels of 24-bit 48-kHz high-quality audio in MPEG HD422 mode.
INTERFACES
HD/SD-SDI, HDMI
®
, and i.LINK
®
Interface
The SDI connector allows the camcorder to interface with other professional
products, and supports down-conversion from HD to SD signals. The PMW-160
can be connected via HDMI to residential HD displays to perform monitoring.
The i.LINK
®
connector can be used for HDV when SP 1440 (FAT) mode is selected,
and for DV when DVCAM (FAT) mode is selected.
Timecode IN/OUT, and Genlock
This camcorder comes equipped with Timecode Input/Output and Genlock Input
connectors. With these, users can synchronize the timecode and video with other
cameras, enabling easier multi-camera productions.
PC Interface
The PMW-160 can be connected directly with a PC using the USB interface. Even
without a memory card reader/writer, users can easily ingest shot files from the
camcorder to a PC.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
SBP-64A/32
SxS Pro Memory Card
SBS-64G1A/SBS-32G1A
SxS-1 Memory Card
MEAD-MS01
Memory Stick Adaptor
MEAD-SD01
SD Card Adaptor
QDA-EX1
XQD Adaptor
SBAC-US10
SxS Memory USB Reader/
Writer
CBK-WA01
Wi-Fi Adaptor
BP-U90/U60/U30
Li-Ion Battery Pack
BC-U1
Battery Charger (1-slot)
BC-U2
Battery Charger (2-slot)
ECM-680S
Stereo Microphone
ECM-MS2
Stereo Microphone
ECM-678/674/673
Monaural Microphone
UWP-V1/V2
Wireless Microphone System
VCL-HG0872K
Wide Conversion Lens
HVR-MRC1K
Memory Recording Unit
PHU-220R
Professional Hard Disk Unit
MPEG HD422 Codec
Users can record Full-HD video (1920x1080) at up to 50 Mbps using MPEG HD422
compression technology. Common operation with other XDCAM HD422
camcorders such as the PMW-500, PMW-200, and PMW-100 enhances operational
convenience, which is proven worldwide and delivers high-speed, intuitive XDCAM
HD422 workflows. With the PMW-160, users can also
record video in MPEG HD or DVCAM™ formats
compatible with XDCAM EX™ camcorders. (Note: Proxy
video is not recorded with the PMW-160.)
Cache Recording
Once activated, the PMW-160 continuously streams audio and video into internal
memory. When the REC START button is pressed, the content buffered in each
camcorder’s memory is recorded onto the memory media at the start of the
recording clip. The caching period can be set at up to 15 seconds. This function is
useful when shooting a developing situation, such as in news gathering, so as not
to miss a critical moment.
Continuous Recording
By activating the Continuous Recording function, multiple clips can be recorded as
a single clip, which makes it easy to ingest a file to a non-linear editing (NLE)
system.
Reliable, High-speed Recording Media
The XDCAM Series uses high-speed SxS PRO™ and SxS-1 memory cards for its
recording media, developed specifically for professional video creation applications.
These memory cards boast high-speed data transfer, which accelerates the post-
production workflow. SxS memory cards are also resistant to shock and vibration.
Furthermore, Memory Stick
®
,
SD Card, and XQD media can be
used as emergency backup media
with the appropriate optional
adaptors.
4-hour Continuous Recording
By combining the BP-U60 battery with two optional SBS-64G1A SxS Memory Cards
(64-GB SxS-1 cards), users can record continuously for up to four hours. With the
high capacity BP-U90 Lithium-Ion battery, users can achieve six hours of continuous
operation when the camera is used on a tripod.
*i.LINK is a Sony trademark used only to designate that a product is equipped with an IEEE1394 connector. Not all products with an i.LINK connector may communicate with each other.
Please refer to the documentation that comes with any device having an i.LINK connector for information on compatibility, operating conditions and proper connection.
