HZC-DFR20W - Software Development Equipment SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Software Option for Sony HDC2000 Series Cameras
Brand	Sony
Model	HZC-DFR20W
Category	Software Development Equipment
Compatible Cameras	Sony HDC2000 series (HDC2500, HDC2000)
Required Camera Software Version	V2.00 or greater
Supported Base Formats	1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 720/59.94P, 720/50P
Additional Formats Enabled	1080/119.88i (1080/59.94i×2), 1080/100i (1080/50i×2), 720/119.88P (720/59.94P×2), 720/100P (720/50P×2)
Slow Motion Capability	2× speed recording, normal speed playback
Trial Period	7 days (HZC-DFR20W); 30 days (HZC-DFR20M); permanent (HZC-DFR20)
Installation Method	Key file (hdc2000.key) via USB drive, installed through camera MAINTENANCE menu
Key File Format	Text file with one key per line; comments after # or ; are ignored
License Type	Perpetual or time-limited trial (7 days for this model)
Documentation	User manual available in PDF
Manufacturer	Sony Corporation
Safety Precautions	Use only authorized key files from Sony to prevent unauthorized operation
Maintenance	No physical maintenance required; software updates via Sony support
Spare Parts / Repairability	Software license; not repairable; replace with new license if needed
Usage Restrictions	Same key cannot be reinstalled after installation; keys are locked to the camera
Menu Indication	Installed option shown as "×2 FORMAT" in camera DIAGNOSIS menu

Frequently Asked Questions - HZC-DFR20W SONY

What is the Sony HZC-DFR20W?

The HZC-DFR20W is a software option for Sony HDC2000 series cameras that enables additional output formats for 2× slow-motion recording. It supports formats like 1080/119.88i and 720/119.88P.

What formats does the HZC-DFR20W support?

It supports 1080/119.88i (1080/59.94i×2), 1080/100i (1080/50i×2), 720/119.88P (720/59.94P×2), and 720/100P (720/50P×2).

How do I install the HZC-DFR20W software?

Installation is done via a key file. Create a text file named hdc2000.key with the installation key, copy it to a USB drive folder \MSSONY\PRO\CAMERA\HDC2000, connect the USB to the camera, and install via the MAINTENANCE menu.

What is the trial period for HZC-DFR20W?

The HZC-DFR20W has a trial period of 7 days. The counting starts the day after installation. You can check the remaining usage on the camera menu.

Can I check the remaining usage period?

Yes, the remaining usage period is displayed on the camera's OPTION page after installation for time-limited versions.

Can I install multiple keys on one camera?

Yes, you can include multiple installation keys in a single hdc2000.key file (one per line). For time-limited keys, the total period is set based on the number of keys installed.

Is HZC-DFR20W compatible with the HDC2570?

No, the HDC2570 only supports 1080/29.97PsF and 1080/25PsF formats from the PsF option. The HZC-DFR20W is not compatible with HDC2570.

What is the difference between HZC-DFR20, DFR20M, and DFR20W?

They differ in trial period: HZC-DFR20 is permanent, HZC-DFR20M is 30 days, and HZC-DFR20W is 7 days. Functionality is identical.

How do I select the ×2 format on the camera?

On a connected system, use the MSU menu: select Camera Transmit then choose the desired ×2 format. For stand-alone use, go to the camera MAINTENANCE menu and select the format (e.g., '59.94i×2').

What happens after the trial period expires?

After the trial period ends, the additional formats become unavailable. You cannot extend the trial; you must purchase a permanent license key to continue using the ×2 formats.

USER MANUAL HZC-DFR20W SONY

The HZC-PSF20/PSF20M/PSF20W, HZC-PRV20/PRV20M/PRV20W, HZC-DFR20/DFR20M/DFR20W Camera Operating Software is optional software that enables the Sony HD Color Camera HDC2000 series to support additional output formats. These formats can also be output from a compatible CCU.

The HZC-PSF20/PSF20M/PSF20W Camera Operating Software supports 1080/29.97PsF, 1080/25PsF, 1080/23.98PsF, and 1080/24PsF formats.

The HZC-PRV20/PRV20M/PRV20W Camera Operating Software supports 1080/59.94P and 1080/50P formats.

The HZC-DFR20/DFR20M/DFR20W Camera Operating Software supports 1080/119.88i (1080/59.94i×2), 1080/100i (1080/50i×2), 720/119.88P (720/59.94P×2), and 720/100P (720/50P×2) formats.

Slow-motion playback is achieved by recording at 2× speed to a recording device, and then performing playback at normal speed.

The HZC-PSF20M/PRV20M/DFR20M can be used for 30 days.

The HZC-PSF20W/PRV20W/DFR20W can be used for 7 days.

Note

Counting of the period of use starts from the day after the software is installed. You can check the remaining usage period on the page.

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All the software is pre-installed to the HDC2500 and HDC2000.

* Available only for 1080/29.97PsF and 1080/25PsF.

**The camera software version V2.00 or greater is required.

Installation

1 Create a key file.

Create a text file that includes the software installation key and change the filename to "hdc2000.key."

Note that the extension is “.key.”

Key file format

• You can describe multiple installation keys in a single key file (hdc2000.key). Invalid keys are ignored in the installation process.
• Describe only one installation key on a single line.
• Any description between “#” or “;” and the line break is read as a comment.

Example of hdc2000.key

# A Studio

# CAM1

c51caee92a3d1d77

# CAM2

2897f1db294d70ae

; Studio B

bd9dc931db917f25 ; CAM1

6fe3ebd3f4ba3635 ; CAM2

Note

All the keys are installed by describing multiple keys for which the period of use is limited, and the period of use for the software is set according to the number of installed keys.

2 Copy the key file.

Create a \MSSONY\PRO\CAMERA\HDC2000 folder on a USB drive and copy "hdc2000.key" to that folder.

For information on usable types of USB drives, refer to the OPERATION MANUAL of the camera.

3 Install the key file.

Connect the USB drive to the USB connector, and install the key file on the camera using the page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

For details on menu operations, refer to the OPERATION MANUAL of the camera.

When the key file is installed on the camera, the name of the installed key file appears in the page's INSTALLED OPTION column. The illustrations below give an example of the indication when HZC-PSF20/PSF20M/PSF20W is installed. The indication will vary depending on the key file that you install.

Model Indication
HZC-PSF20/PSF20M/PSF20W	PsF FORMAT
HZC-PRV20/PRV20M/PRV20W	1080P FORMAT
HZC-DFR20/DFR20M/DFR20W	×2 FORMAT

Example of HZC-PSF20

Example of HZC-PSF20M/PSF20W

The period of use is displayed for software which has a limited period of use.

Note

For software whose period of use is limited to 7 days or 30 days, you cannot install the same key as a key that is already installed, and you cannot uninstall a key that is already installed.

4 Confirm the result of installation.

Restart the camera and check the OPTION display on the page of the DIAGNOSIS menu. When the installation is successfully completed, the name of the installed key file appears in the column.

HZC-PSF20/PSF20M/PSF20W

By installing HZC-PSF20/PSF20M/PSF20W, in addition to 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 720/59.94P, and 720/50P formats, you can use 1080/29.97PsF, 1080/25PsF, 1080/23.98PsF, and 1080/24PsF formats.

To select a format, use the menu of the MSU (Master Setup Unit) when the camera is connected to the system, or use the menu of the camera when the camera is used on a stand-alone basis.

Note

Only 1080/29.97PsF and 1080/25PsF formats can be used for the HDC2570.

As an example, the following describes how to select 1080/29.97PsF format.

When the camera is connected to the system

Select “Camera Transmit” on the Multi Format Menu page of the MSU, then select “1080/29.97PsF.”

For details on menu operations, refer to the OPERATION MANUAL of the MSU.

When the camera is used on a stand-alone basis

Select "29.97PsF" on the

page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

For details on menu operations, refer to the OPERATION MANUAL of the camera.

HZC-PRV20/PRV20M/ PRV20W

By installing HZC-PRV20/PRV20M/PRV20W, in addition to 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 720/59.94P, and 720/50P formats, you can use 1080/59.94P and 1080/50P formats.

To select a format, use the menu of the MSU (Master Setup Unit) when the camera is connected to the system, or use the menu of the camera when the camera is used on a stand-alone basis.

As an example, the following describes how to select 1080/59.94P format.

When the camera is connected to the system

Select “Camera Transmit” on the Multi Format Menu page of the MSU, then select “1080/59.94P.”

For details on menu operations, refer to the OPERATION MANUAL of the MSU.

When the camera is used on a stand-alone basis

Select "59.94P" on the

page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

For details on menu operations, refer to the OPERATION MANUAL of the camera.

HZC-DFR20/DFR20M/ DFR20W

By installing HZC-DFR20/DFR20M/DFR20W, in addition to 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 720/59.94P, and 720/50P formats, you can use 1080/59.94i×2, 1080/50i×2, 720/59.94P×2, and 720/50P×2 formats.

To select a format, use the menu of the MSU (Master Setup Unit) when the camera is connected to the system, or use the menu of the camera when the camera is used on a stand-alone basis.

As an example, the following describes how to select 1080/59.94i×2 format.

When the camera is connected to the system

Select “Camera Transmit” on the Multi Format Menu page of the MSU, then select “1080/59.94i×2.”

For details on menu operations, refer to the OPERATION MANUAL of the MSU.

When the camera is used on a stand-alone basis

Select “59.94i×2” on the

page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

For details on menu operations, refer to the OPERATION MANUAL of the camera.

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