3-280-852-11(1)
Digital HD Video
Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference
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Read this first
Before operating this unit, please read this
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
Types of “Memory Stick” you can use
in your camcorder
You can use any “Memory Stick” that has
the following markings.
Notes on use
Types of cassette you can use in your
camcorder
Your camcorder is capable of recording in
HDV, DVCAM and DV formats.
“Memory Stick Duo”
(This size can be used with your
camcorder.)
When recording in HDV/DV format, Sony
recommends that you use standard size DV
cassettes or mini DV cassettes.
When recording in DVCAM format, Sony
recommends that you use standard size
DVCAM cassettes or mini DVCAM
cassettes. Your camcorder does not support
“Memory Stick”
(You cannot use it in your camcorder.)
The HDV format
• Digital high-definition (HD) video signals
are recorded and played back on a DV
format cassette.
b Notes
• You cannot use any type of memory card
except “Memory Stick Duo.”
• HDV signals are compressed in MPEG2
format, which is adopted in BS (broadcast
satellite) digital and terrestrial digital
HDTV broadcastings and in Blu-ray disc
recorders.
• “Memory Stick PRO Duo” can be used
only with “Memory Stick PRO”
compatible equipment.
• Do not attach a label or the like on a
“Memory Stick Duo” or a Memory Stick
Duo Adaptor.
• When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with
“Memory Stick” compatible equipment,
insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.
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Using the camcorder
• Do not hold the camcorder by the
following part.
About menu items, LCD panel,
viewfinder, and lens
• A menu item that is grayed out is not
available under the current recording or
playback conditions.
• The LCD screen and the viewfinder are
manufactured using extremely high-
precision technology, so over 99.99% of
the pixels are operational for effective
use. However, there may be some tiny
black points and/or bright points (white,
red, blue, or green in color) that appear
constantly on the LCD screen and the
viewfinder. These points are normal
results of the manufacturing process and
do not affect the recording in any way.
LCD panel
Lens hood
White, red, blue or green point
Black point
Microphone or
Microphone holder
Battery pack
Memory
Recording Unit
Viewfinder
b Notes
Do not expose your camcorder’s
viewfinder, lens, or LCD screen to the
sun or strong light source for extended
periods.
• Intense light sources, especially the sun
will converge on the viewfinder or lens
and damage the internal parts of your
camcorder. Avoid sunlight or other strong
light sources when storing your
• The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof
or waterproof.
• Do not connect cables to your camcorder
with their terminals placed the wrong
way. Squeezing the terminals into your
camcorder's jacks may damage them or
results in a malfunction of your
camcorder.
camcorder. Protect this device by always
closing the lens cover or by placing it in
its bag when not in use.
On recording
• Before starting to record, test the
recording function to make sure the
picture and sound are recorded without
any problems.
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Read this first (Continued)
• Compensation for the contents of
recordings cannot be provided, even if
recording or playback is not possible due
to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage
media, etc.
• TV color systems differ depending on the
countries/regions. To view your
recordings on a TV, you need a PAL
system-based TV.
• Television programs, films, video tapes,
and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials
may be contrary to the copyright laws.
• Because of the way that the image device
(CMOS sensor) reads out image signals,
the subjects passing by the frame rapidly
might appear crooked depending on the
recording conditions. This phenomenon
may be notable in displays having high
motion resolution.
About this manual
• The images of the LCD screen and the
viewfinder used in this manual for
illustration purposes are captured using a
digital still camera, and therefore may
appear different.
• The on-screen displays in each local
language are used for illustrating the
operating procedures. Change the screen
language before using your camcorder if
• Design and specifications of recording
media and other accessories are subject to
change without notice.
About the Carl Zeiss lens
Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl
Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by
Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony
Corporation, and produces superior images.
It adopts the MTF measurement system for
video cameras and offers a quality typical
of a Carl Zeiss lens. Also, the lens for your
camcorder is T -coated to suppress
unwanted reflections and faithfully
reproduce colors.
On playing back HDV tapes on other
devices
A tape recorded in the HDV format cannot
be played back on a device that is not
compatible with the HDV format.
Check the contents of tapes by playing
them back on this camcorder prior to
playing them back on other devices.
MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The
number value indicates the amount of light
from a subject coming into the lens.
Notes on the icons used in this
manual
Features available for the HDV
format only.
Features available for the DVCAM
format only.
Features available for the DV SP
format only.
The function that can be used when
i.LINK cable is connected.
The function that can be assigned to
an ASSIGN button.
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Table of Contents
Read this first ...........................................................................................2
Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons .....................................48
Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording
Playing back the most recently recorded movies
Using the Shot transition ........................................................................51
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Table of Contents (Continued)
Menu items ............................................................................................ 64
(AUDIO SET) menu ........................................................................ 74
Settings for the audio recording (HDV 2CH/4CH/XLR SET, etc.)
(MARKER/VF B.LIGHT/DISP OUTPUT, etc.)
(REC FORMAT/HDV PROGRE./VIDEO OUT/EXT REC CTRL, etc.)
(TC PRESET/UB PRESET/TC LINK, etc.)
Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo” (ALL ERASE/FORMAT, etc.)
(QUICK REC/BEEP, etc.)
Dubbing/Editing
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 96
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Additional Information
HDV format and recording/playback ................................................ 106
Compatibility of the DVCAM/DV formats........................................... 107
About the “Memory Stick” ................................................................. 109
About i.LINK...................................................................................... 110
About x.v.Color ................................................................................. 111
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GSetttiengpSta1rte:d Checking supplied items
Wind Screen (1), Microphone (ECM-XM1)
(1) (p. 11)
Make sure that you have following items
supplied with your camcorder.
The number in the parentheses indicates the
number of that item supplied.
• A cassette tape and a “Memory Stick Duo” are
of cassette tape and “Memory Stick Duo” that
you can use on your camcorder.
Accessory shoe kit (Accessory shoe (1),
Accessory shoe plate (1), screws (4))
This lens is pre-mounted.
Memory Recording Unit (HVR-MRC1) (1)
Lens mount cap (1) (p. 126),
Test chart for flange focal length
i.LINK Cradle (HVRA-CR1) (1) (p. 14)
CD-ROM “Manuals for Digital HD Video
Camera Recorder” (1)
Operating Guide (This manual) (1)
Lens hood with lens cover (1) (p. 11)
This lens hood is pre-mounted.
Large eyecup (1) (p. 18)
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Step 2: Attaching the supplied items
3 While holding the lens in place, push
Mounting the lens
the lens locking lever D down to
mount the lens.
Make sure to turn off the POWER switch of
your camcorder before mounting the lens.
Refer to the manuals provided with the lens
for details on the proper handling of the
lens.
4 Connect the lens cable to the LENS jack
A.
5 Push the lens cable in the cable holder
B.
b Notes
• You can mount a 1/3" lens directly on your
camcorder. You can mount a 1/2" lens via the
Fujinon ACM-19 or equivalent. You can mount
a 2/3" lens via the Fujinon ACM-17 or
equivalent.
• If the lens is not properly locked, it may come
off when in use, which may cause a serious
problem. Make sure that the lens is securely
locked. Sony recommends that you set the lens
securing tab C as illustrated.
• Press the REC START/STOP button on the
handle to record when using a lens that does not
have a lens cable.
Mounting the Carl Zeiss lens
z Tips
1 Push the lens locking lever D up and
remove the lens or the lens mount cap
from the lens mount.
• When you attach a non-Carl Zeiss lens, Sony
recommends that you adjust the black balance
with the iris closed before recording. (p. 36)
2 Align the center slot in the lens mount
with the center pin on the lens, and
insert the lens into the mount.
Adjusting the flange focal length (for
Carl Zeiss lens)
3 While holding the lens in place, push
the lens locking lever D down to
mount the lens.
You need to adjust the flange focal length
(the distance from the lens flange to the
plane of the image along the optical axis) in
the following cases.
b Notes
• If the lens is not properly locked, it may come
off when in use, which may cause a serious
problem. Make sure that the lens is securely
locked. Sony recommends that you set the lens
securing tab C as illustrated.
• After you have changed lenses.
• When you cannot adjust focus properly during
zoom in or out.
z Tips
• Your camcorder can store flange focal length
data for ten different Carl Zeiss lenses (VCL-
412BWS/VCL-308BWS. If you remount the
lens after you have mounted ten different lenses
and adjusted their flange focal length, you need
to adjust the flange focal length for the lens even
for the Carl Zeiss lens whose flange focal length
has been adjusted.
Mounting non-Carl Zeiss lens
1 Push the lens locking lever D up and
remove the lens or the lens mount cap
from the lens mount.
2 Align the center slot in the lens mount
with the center pin on the lens, and
insert the lens into the mount.
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Step 2: Attaching the supplied items (Continued)
3 Select [MANU ADJUST] in [FLANGE
BACK] of the (CAMERA SET)
menu.
4 Select [YES] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial E.
5 Turn the zoom ring D to the telephoto
position.
6 Turn the focus ring C until the subject
comes in focus, then press the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial E.
MANUAL
ZOOM
SERVO
7 Turn the zoom ring D to the wide angle
position.
Adjusting the flange focal length
automatically
8 Turn the focus ring C until the subject
comes in focus, then press the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial E.
1 Set the ND filter B to 1 to adjust
brightness so that the proper video light
level is obtained.
When the adjustment is completed,
[Completed.] appears on the screen.
If the adjustment fails, [Could not adjust.]
appears on the screen. Try the adjustment
again.
2 Place the flange focal length adjustment
test chart A about 2-3 meters (7-10
feet) away. Zoom in and set your
camcorder to locate the center of the
chart in the center of the screen.
z Tips
• You can check the focusing easily if you do the
following before adjusting the focal length.
3 Set the ZOOM switch F to SERVO.
–
4 Select [AUTO ADJUST] in [FLANGE
– Press the ASSIGN button to which
BACK] of the
menu (p. 73).
(CAMERA SET)
5 Select [YES] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial E.
The flange focal length adjustment starts
and [EXECUTING] appears on the screen.
When the adjustment is completed,
[Completed..] appears on the screen.
If the adjustment fails, [Could not adjust.]
appears on the screen. Try the adjustment
again.
Adjusting the flange focal length
manually
1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Adjusting
the flange focal length automatically.”
2 Set the ZOOM switch F to MANUAL.
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Attaching the supplied
microphone
4
5
Put the microphone cable into the
cable holder E.
Select the channel with the REC
CH SELECT switch F.
z Tips
• Set the INPUT1/2/3/4 switch for the jack
connected to the microphone to MIC+48V.
Attaching the lens hood with lens
cover
REC CH SELECT
IN2
IN1
IN3
IN4
PUSH (lens hood release) button
CH1
CH2
2CH MODE
Align the marks on the lens hood to
those on the camcorder, and turn the
lens hood in the direction of the
arrow 2.
1
2
Attach the wind screen B to the
supplied microphone A.
Place the microphone A in the
microphone holder C with the
model name facing upward, close
the cover, and shut the clamp.
To remove the Lens hood with lens
cover
Turn the lens hood in the opposite direction
to the arrow 2 in the illustration while
pressing the PUSH (lens hood release)
button.
3
Connect the plug of the
microphone to the AUDIO INPUT1
(L) jack D.
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Step 2: Attaching the supplied items (Continued)
z Tips
Attaching the shoulder strap
• If you attach or remove a 72mm (2 7/8 in.) PL
filter or MC protector, remove the lens hood
with lens cover.
1
Fit one of the clips to a shoulder
strap fitting.
To open or close the shutter of the
Lens hood with lens cover
Move the lens cover lever up or down to
open or close the lens cover.
Clip
Move the lens cover lever to OPEN
to open the lens cover, and move
the lever to CLOSE to close the lens
cover.
Pull up the strap to lock the
fitting.
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Attaching Memory Recording Unit
2
Fit the other clip to the shoulder
strap fitting on the other side of
the grip in the same way.
Attach the Memory Recording Unit to your
camcorder as illustrated.
For details, refer to the Operating
Instructions of the Memory Recording Unit
on the CD-ROM.
To remove the shoulder strap
HDV/DV jack (6-pin)
Pull in the direction of the
arrow while pressing here.
b Notes
• You cannot use the HDV/DV jack when the
Memory Recording Unit is attached to your
camcorder.
To remove the Memory Recording
Unit
Slide the unit upward while pushing the
RELEASE lever of the Memory Recording
Unit downward.
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Step 2: Attaching the supplied items (Continued)
To attach the Memory Recording Unit
to the i.LINK Cradle
Attach the Memory Recording Unit to the
i.LINK Cradle as illustrated.
To remove the Memory Recording
Unit from the i.LINK Cradle
Slide the unit upward while pushing the
RELEASE lever of the Memory Recording
Unit downward.
z Tips
• Refer to the operating instructions of HVR-
MRC1 on the supplied CD-ROM for details on
the i.LINK Cradle.
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Step 3: Preparing a power supply
The following power supplies are
recommended for your camcorder.
• BP-GL65/GL95/L60S/L80S Lithium-ion
Battery Pack
Battery pack
LOCK
• AC power using the AC-550, AC-DN2,
AC-DN10 AC Adaptor
Align these lines.
Using a battery pack
Approximate operating time (min.) when
you use a fully charged battery pack.
Back of the camcorder
Model name
BP-GL65
BP-GL95
BP-L60S
BP-L80S
HDV
240
370
215
295
DVCAM (DV)
255
2 Slide the battery pack down until its
“LOCK” arrow points at the matching
line on the camcorder.
385
230
“LOCK” arrow
310
Before use, charge the battery pack with a
charger suitable for each battery.
LOCK
• All times are measured under following
conditions.
– when recording on both tape and Memory
Recording Unit (HVR-MRC1)
Line on the
camcorder
– when using the microphone (ECM-XM1)
– when recording continuously
To detach the battery pack
– when using the viewfinder with the LCD
panel closed
• For details on charging procedure, refer to the
battery charger operation manual.
Holding the
button in, pull
the battery pack
up.
b Notes
LOCK
• A warm battery pack may not be able to be fully
recharged.
• Set [BATTERY TYPE] to display an accurate
To attach the battery pack
b Notes
1 Press the battery pack against the back
of the camcorder, aligning the line on
the side of the battery pack with the
matching line on the camcorder.
• During recording, playback, and loading/
unloading a tape, be careful never to remove the
battery pack.
• Make sure to turn the camcorder off before
changing the battery (except when using an AC-
550 and an AC-DN2/DN10 AC Adaptor
together).
Continued ,
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Step 3: Preparing a power supply (Continued)
2 Connect an AC-550 AC Adaptor to an
Using an AC Adaptor
AC power source, then connect it to the
DC IN 12V connector of the camcorder
To use the AC-550 AC Adaptor
Connect the camcorder to the AC power
supply through an AC-550 AC Adaptor as
shown in the following figure, and turn the
POWER switch of the AC-550 on.
The power source switches
automatically from the battery pack to
the AC Adaptor connected to the DC IN
12V connector.
b Notes
• There may be some noise on the video
signal at the time of power source
switching.
to an AC power
source
3 Replace the battery pack with a fully
DC OUT
charged one.
LO
CK
AC
Adaptor
AC-550
DC IN 12V
DC output cable
(supplied with the
AC-550)
Power switch on
To use the AC-DN10 AC Adaptor
Mount an AC-DN10 on the camcorder in
the same way as a battery pack, then
connect to the AC power supply.
The AC-DN10 can supply up to 100 W of
power.
to an AC
power
source
Avoiding breaks in operation due
to an exhausted battery
When the battery pack is becoming
exhausted, you can perform battery
replacement without causing a break to the
camcorder operation by using an AC
Adaptor.
1 Turn the AC-550 AC Adaptor on.
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Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your
camcorder properly
To record or play, set the CAMERA/VCR
switch to respective positions.
When you use your camcorder for the first
2
Hold the camcorder properly.
LO
CK
POWER switch
CAMERA/VCR switch
3
Ensure a good grip, then fasten
the grip belt.
1
Set the POWER switch to ON, and
set the CAMERA/VCR switch.
CAMERA
POWER
ON OFF
VCR
CAMERA: To record pictures.
VCR: To play or edit pictures.
b Notes
To turn off the power
Set the POWER switch to OFF.
• The current date and time appears on the LCD
screen for a few seconds when you turn on your
camcorder once you set the date and time
b Notes
• If warning messages appear on the screen,
follow the instructions.
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Step 5: Adjusting the viewfinder and LCD panel
To adjust the viewfinder position
The viewfinder
To adjust the viewfinder left-to-right
position, loosen the left-to-right fixing ring.
To adjust the front-to-back position, loosen
the front-to-back position locking knob.
To attach the large eyecup
To attach the supplied large eyecup, stretch
it slightly and align it with the eyecup
groove in the viewfinder. You can attach
Viewfinder left-to-right
the large eyecup facing either the right or
position fixing ring
left side.
Large eyecup
(supplied)
Viewfinder front-to-back
position locking knob
LO
CK
Eyepiece
focusing knob
PEAKING
switch
Align the protrusion
on the eyecup with
the mark on the eye
piece.
To adjust the eyepiece focus
First focus the image with the lens, then
adjust the viewfinder lens adjustment lever
to get the clearest viewfinder image for
your eyesight.
To adjust the image detail
Set the PEAKING switch to ON.
The detail of the viewfinder image is
enhanced, which helps you to focus the
image.
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To adjust the brightness
Set the brightness in [VF B.LIGHT] of
(DISPLAY SET) menu (p. 79).
b Notes
• You may see primary colors shimmering in the
viewfinder when you move your eye line. This
is not a malfunction. The shimmering colors
will not be recorded on the recording media.
The LCD panel
1180 degrees (max.)
2180
degrees
(max.)
290
degrees
(max.)
DISPLAY
-
LCD BRIGHT +
- LCD BRIGHT +
buttons
PLAY
INDEX
DELETE
-
+
MEMORY
DISPLAY button
z Tips
• You can use the LCD panel for recording mirror
image. You will see a mirror image on the LCD
screen but the image will be recorded in a
normal image.
To adjust the brightness
Adjust the LCD brightness with the - LCD
BRIGHT + buttons. You can turns on and
off the LCD backlight by pressing the
DISPLAY button.
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Step 6: Setting the date and time
Set the date and time when using this
camcorder for the first time. If you do not
1
Push the MENU/STATUS switch
to MENU.
set the date and time, [CLOCK SET] screen
appears every time you turn on your
camcorder or change the CAMERA/VCR
switch position.
z Tips
• If you do not use your camcorder for about 3
months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets
discharged and the date and time settings may
be cleared from the memory. In that case,
charge the rechargeable battery and then set the
2
Select
(OTHERS) by turning
the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then
press the dial.
OTHERS
RETURN
CAMERA PROF.
ASSIGN BTN
CLOCK SET
WORLD TIME
LANGUAGE
QUICK REC
DATE REC
--
:
--:--
LO
CK
[
]
MENU :END
3
Select [CLOCK SET] by turning
the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then
press the dial.
MENU/STATUS switch
--:--:--:--
CLOCK SET
CAMERA SEL/PUSH EXEC
POWER
ON OFF
Y
M
D
2008
-
1
-
1
0 : 00
VCR
[
]
MENU :CANCEL
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
Skip to step 4 when you set the clock for
the first time.
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4
5
Set [Y] (year) by turning the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial, then press the
dial.
You can set any year up to the year
2079.
--:--:--:--
CLOCK SET
Y
M
D
2008
-
1
-
1
0 : 00
[
]
MENU :CANCEL
Set [M] (month), [D] (day), hour
and minute, then press the dial.
The clock starts.
z Tips
• The date and time are automatically recorded on
the tape, and can be displayed during playback
.
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to
show messages in a specified language.
Select the screen language in
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Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo”
Press the center of
Cassette tape
the cassette.
The camcorder can use standard-size and
mini-size DVCAM/DV cassettes. For
details about usable cassette, see “Types of
1
2
Set the POWER switch to ON.
While sliding the open lever in the
direction of the arrow, open the
cassette lid.
REC/SAVE switch
To insert a mini-size cassette
Insert the cassette with the cassette window
(on the front) facing outward. Push the
cassette between the both guides.
Open lever
3
Insert the cassette with the
cassette window (on the front)
facing outward and the REC/
SAVE switch facing upward.
Mini-size cassette
Guides
match marks
Check for tape slack before inserting the
cassette.
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• If a cassette is not inserted completely or gets
stuck when being inserting, take out the cassette
and reinsert it. If your insert a cassette forcibly,
the cassette may not be inserted in the correct
position or may cause a malfunction.
4
Close the cassette lid until it
clicks.
Top of the lid
• When inserting a cassette, hold the center of the
cassette and insert it straight toward the
compartment. Holding the side of the cassette
may cause it to be inserted incorrectly.
• When inserting a cassette, put the camcorder on
a horizontal and stable surface.
• When inserting a mini DV cassette tape, strong
light entering the slot may cause a malfunction
such as improper cassette type detection.
“Memory Stick Duo”
You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo”
Press the lid firmly until it clicks.
If the cassette lid is hard to close,
press the top of the lid.
marked with
,
or
(p. 109).
To eject a cassette
Follow the procedure above, and take out
the cassette by pressing the Z (eject) button
in step 3.
1
Open the audio control panel
cover.
Z (eject) button
L
O
C
K
Audio control
panel cover
b Notes
• Before inserting a cassette, make sure that there
is no cassette in the cassette compartment.
Inserting two cassettes by mistake may cause a
malfunction.
• Internal parts of the camcorder may become
bent or otherwise damaged if you attempt to
insert a mini-size cassette in the wrong direction
(such as with the cassette turned backside front
so the reel holes face the cassette holder window
or with the cassette turned sideways so that a
short side enters first).
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Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” (Continued)
2
Insert the “Memory Stick Duo”
into the Memory Stick Duo slot in
the right direction until it clicks.
Access lamp
b Notes
• If you insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into
the slot in the wrong direction, the “Memory
Stick Duo,” the Memory Stick Duo slot, or
image data may be damaged.
To eject a “Memory Stick Duo”
Lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo”
once.
b Notes
• When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your
camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not shake
or knock your camcorder, turn the power off,
eject the “Memory Stick Duo,” or remove the
battery pack. Otherwise, image data may be
damaged.
• When inserting or ejecting the “Memory Stick
Duo,” be careful with the “Memory Stick Duo”
from popping out and dropping.
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Recording/Playback
Recording
RECSTART/STOP
button C
Recording lamp
TALLY switch
Recording lamp
Lens
hood
CAMERA/VCR
switch
REC START/
STOP button A
POWER switch
REC START/
STOP button B
Your camcorder records movies on tape and still images on “Memory Stick Duo.” Do the
following steps to record movies.
• This camcorder can record movies in HDV or DVCAM (DV) format. The factory setting is HDV format
1
Open the shutter of the lens hood.
2
Set the POWER switch to ON and the CAMERA/VCR switch to CAMERA.
CAMERA
POWER
ON OFF
VCR
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Recording (Continued)
3
Press the REC START/STOP button A (or B, C).
zREC
00:04:50:04
60min
REC
2CH
[STBY] t [REC]
The recording lamp lights up during recording.
To stop the movie recording, press the REC START/STOP button again.
z Tips
• When recording in HDV format, the aspect ratio is fixed to 16:9. When recording in DVCAM (DV)
• Indicators displayed on the screen during recording are shown on page 127.
• To turn off the front recording lamp, set the TALLY switch to OFF. To turn off the rear recording
• You cannot record movies on a “Memory Stick Duo.”
• For low angle recording, the REC START/STOP button on the handle is convenient. Release the
HOLD lever to enable the REC START/STOP button.
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To use the video light
Mount an Anton Bauer Ultralight 2 or
equivalent (12-V supply voltage, 35-W
maximum power consumption) as follows:
Capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo”
(MB) and the number of recordable
pictures
1.2M
1440
810
0.9M
1080 × 640 ×
810 480
VGA
0.2M
640 ×
360
1 Mount the video light on the accessory
×
shoe on the handle of your camcorder.
2 Connect the connector of the video light
to the LIGHT connector of your
camcorder.
1.2M
256MB
512MB
1GB
370
500
1400
1750
770
1550
3150
6300
1000
2100
2900
6000
3650
7500
b Notes
• Do not connect a video light, the power
consumption of which is higher than 35W.
2GB
4300 12000 15000
8500 23500 29500
4GB
8GB
12500 17000 48000 60000
z Tips
• You can turns on and off the video light linked
with the start and stop recording when you
connect the connector to the LIGHT connector
and set the LIGHT MAN/AUTO switch to
AUTO.
b Notes
• Specifications are for Sony “Memory Stick
Duo.” The actual number of recordable pictures
can vary depending on the recording
environment and the type of “Memory Stick
Duo.”
To capture still images
z Tips
1 Assign [PHOTO] to an ASSIGN button.
• Image sizes of still images are as follows:
– Recording in HDV format/DVCAM (DV)
format (16:9): 1.2M
– Recording in DVCAM (DV) format (4:3):
0.9M
– Playing back in HDV format: 1.2M
2 Press the ASSIGN button to which
[PHOTO] is assigned.
A still image will be recorded on the
“Memory Stick Duo.”
appears
when the recording is completed.
You can capture still images during
movie recording.
– Playing back in DVCAM (DV) format (16:9):
0.2M
– Playing back in DVCAM (DV) format (4:3):
VGA
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screen during recording.
To store still images captured from
movies on a tape on “Memory Stick
Duo”
You can capture an image in a movie and
record it on a “Memory Stick Duo” as a still
image. Be sure to insert a recorded tape and
a “Memory Stick Duo” in your camcorder,
Assign [PHOTO] to any one of ASSIGN
buttons (p. 48).
1 Set the POWER switch to ON and the
CAMERA/VCR switch to VCR.
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Recording (Continued)
2 Press the N (play) button to search for
the scene you want to save as a still
image. Press the ASSIGN button to
which [PHOTO] is assigned at the
scene.
b Notes
• The recorded date and time on the tape and the
stored date and time on the “Memory Stick
Duo” are both saved on the “Memory Stick
Duo.” When you view the still images, only the
recorded date and time on the tape will be
• Camera data stored on the tape will not be
copied to the “Memory Stick Duo.”
• You cannot store a still image during using your
• You cannot store a still image under the
following conditions:
– When the shutter speed is slower than 1/50
– While using the fader
– While using smooth slow rec
– While using shot transition
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Changing the settings of your camcorder
recordings
• When you set [FOCUS MACRO] to [OFF] or
Adjusting the zoom
you cannot focus on a subject within 80 cm
(about 2 5/8 feet) regardless of the zoom
.
• Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom
lever D. If you move your finger off the power
zoom lever D, the operation sound of the
power zoom lever D may also be recorded.
Using the handle zoom
1 Set the ZOOM switch E to SERVO.
2 Set the handle zoom switch B to VAR
or FIX.
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MANUAL
SERVO
• When you set the handle zoom switch B to
VAR, you can zoom in or out at variable
speed.
ZOOM
• When you set the handle zoom switch B to
FIX, you can zoom in or out at fixed speed
Using the zoom lever
Set the ZOOM switch E to SERVO.
Move the power zoom lever D slightly for
a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster
zoom.
3 Press the handle zoom lever A to zoom
in or out.
b Notes
• You cannot use the handle zoom lever A when
the handle zoom switch B is set to OFF.
Wide view: (Wide angle)
• You cannot change the zoom speed of the zoom
lever D with the handle zoom switch B.
Using the zoom ring
You can zoom at the desired speed by
turning the zoom ring C. Fine adjustment
is also possible.
Close view: (Telephoto)
1 Set the ZOOM switch E to MANUAL.
2 Turn the zoom ring C to zoom in or
z Tips
out.
• The minimum distance required between your
camcorder and the subject for focus is about 1
cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about
80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.
z Tips
• You can remove the zoom pin.
• The focus may not be adjusted at certain zoom
positions if the subject is within 80 cm (about
2 5/8 feet) from your camcorder.
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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)
Adjusting the focus manually
Adjusting focus manually in mode A
In mode A, you can manually adjust focus
without automatic adjustment functions.
Set the focus ring to the mode A position
and focus manually using the focus scale on
the lens.
ASSIGN
2
1
3
ASSIGN 1-6
buttons
STEADY
SHOT
ZEBRA
AE SHIFT
b Notes
4
5
6
• Turn the focus ring slowly. If it is forced against
either end, the focus ring may move toward the
mode B position and move past the end, and
make noises.
AGC
ATW
Adjusting focus manually in mode B
In mode B, you can use the automatic
adjustment functions during manual focus
adjustment. Set the focus ring to the mode
B position and do the following steps.
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Mode B
1 Assign [FOCUS] to an ASSIGN button
2 Press the ASSIGN button to which
[FOCUS] is assigned.
Mode A
Focus ring
9 appears on the screen.
3 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.
You can adjust the focus manually for
different recording conditions.
Use this function in the following cases.
– To record a subject behind a window covered
with raindrops.
9 changes to
bring any further subject in focus. 9
changes to when you cannot bring
any closer subject in focus.
when you cannot
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– To record horizontal stripes.
– To record a subject with little contrast between
the subject and its background.
– When you want to focus on a subject in the
background.
For manual focus
• Zoom in and bring your camcorder in focus,
then gradually zoom out.
• Fully zoom out and gradually zoom in when you
shoot a close subject.
To restore automatic adjustment
Press the ASSIGN button to which
[FOCUS] is assigned once again.
9 disappears and the automatic focus
adjustment is restored.
– To record a stationary subject using a tripod.
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b Notes
• If you want to adjust focus automatically or use
automatic adjustment functions such as one
push auto focus during manual focus
adjustment, set the focus ring to mode B. You
cannot use the automatic adjustment functions
in mode A.
• You cannot use the expanded focus when [REC
CTL MODE] in [EXT REC CTRL] is set to
• The center of the screen is magnified by about
1.5 times when [SCAN TYPE] in [HDV
PROGRE.] or [DV PROGRE.] of the
OUT REC) menu is set to [25].
(IN/
• The screen returns to the original size when you
start recording during the expanded focus
display.
Using automatic focus temporarily
(One push auto focus)
You can use this function only in mode B.
Do steps 1 and 2 of “Adjusting focus
manually in mode B” in advance.
z Tips
• You can select a type of an expanded image
displayed during the expanded focus
([EXP.FOCUS TYPE] p. 78).
1 Assign [ONE PUSH AF] to an ASSIGN
2 Record a movie while holding the
ASSIGN button to which [ONE PUSH
AF] is assigned.
Focusing on a distant subject (Focus
infinity)
Automatic focus functions as long as
you hold the ASSIGN button (9
disappears).
b Notes
• Focus infinity is available when the focus ring is
set to the mode B position. It is not available
during the auto focus.
z Tips
1 Assign [FOCUS INFNTY] to an
• The focal distance is always displayed while
you turn the focus ring in mode A. In mode B,
the focal distance is displayed for about 3
seconds in the following cases:
– When you press the ASSIGN button to which
[FOCUS] is assigned (9 appears on the
screen).
ASSIGN button (p. 48).
2 Press the ASSIGN button to which
[FOCUS INFNTY] is assigned.
appears on the screen.
If you release the button, your camcorder
returns to the manual focus mode. This
function enables you to set focus on a distant
subject even when the focus is automatically
set on a close subject.
– When you turn the focus ring while 9 is
displayed on the screen.
The focal distance is not displayed when
you use non-Carl Zeiss lenses.
Enhancing image detail for focusing
(Peaking)
Using the expanded focus (Expanded
focus)
When you set the PEAKING switch to ON,
the detail of an image on the screen is
enhanced. This helps you to focus the
image.
During standby, press the ASSIGN button
to which [EXP.FOCUS] is assigned.
[EXPANDED FOCUS] appears and the
center of the screen is magnified by about
2.0 times. It will be easier to confirm the
focus setting during manual focusing. The
screen returns to the original size when you
press the button again.
You can set the peaking sensitivity in
[PEAKING] of
menu (p. 77).
(DISPLAY SET)
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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)
b Notes
that you close the aperture (increasing F
value). The current F value appears on the
screen.
• Images, details of which are enhanced, will not
be recorded on a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo.”
1 During recording or standby, set the
CAMERA MODE switch F to
MANUAL.
z Tips
• You can focus an image more easily when you
use this function with the expanded focus.
2 Set the IRIS switch B to MAN.
Adjusting the exposure
3 Adjust the iris with the iris ring C.
During the manual iris adjustment, you
can temporarily return to the auto iris
adjustment while holding down the
PUSH AUTO button A.
z Tips
• The F value becomes close to F2.0 as the zoom
position changes from W to T even when you
open the aperture by setting the F value lower
than F2.0, such as F1.6.
• The range of focus, an important effect of the
aperture, is called the depth of field. The depth
of field gets shallower as the aperture is opened,
and deeper as the aperture is closed. Use the
aperture creatively to obtain the desired effect in
your photography.
SHUTTER
• This is handy for making the background
blurred or sharp.
OFF ON SEL
LK
To adjust the iris automatically
Set the IRIS switch B or
CAMERA MODE switch F to AUTO.
CAMERA
AGC
ATW
MODE
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
AUTO
MANUAL
b Notes
• When you set the CAMERA MODE switch F
to AUTO, other manually adjusted items (gain,
shutter speed, white balance) also become
automatic.
CAMERA SEL/PUSH EXEC
POWER
ON
OFF
.
VCR
Adjusting the volume of light
(ND filter)
Adjusting the iris
You can record the subject clearly by using
the ND filter D when the recording
environment is too bright. If you do not
want to reduce the volume of light, use the
ND filter 1. The ND filters 2, 3 and 4
reduce the volume of light to about 1/4,
1/16 and 1/64, respectively.
You can manually adjust the iris to control
the volume of the light entering the lens. By
adjusting the iris, you can change or close
the aperture of the lens, which is expressed
as an F value between F1.6 and F11. The
volume of the light increases the more that
you open the aperture (decreasing F value).
The volume of the light decreases the more
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b Notes
If the ND icon flashes during the iris
automatic adjustment, set the ND filter D
to the position that the icon indicates. The
ND icon does not flash during the manual
iris adjustment.
• When you set CAMERA MODE switch F to
AUTO, other manually adjusted items (iris,
shutter speed, white balance) also become
automatic.
b Notes
Adjusting the shutter speed
• If you change the ND filters D during
recording, the movie and sound may be
distorted.
You can manually adjust and fix the shutter
speed. You can make a moving subject look
still or emphasize the movement of a
moving subject by adjusting the shutter
speed.
•
will flash when your camcorder cannot
detect the ND filter positions (1/2/3/4). Check
the ND filter position.
1 During recording or standby, set the
CAMERA MODE switch F to
MANUAL.
z Tips
• While recording a bright subject, diffraction
may occur if you close the aperture further
down, resulting in a fuzzy focus (this is a
common phenomenon with video cameras). The
ND filter D suppresses this phenomenon and
gives better recording results.
2 Set the SHUTTER switch I to ON.
The denominator of the set shutter speed
appears on the screen. For example,
[100] appears on the screen when you
set the shutter speed to 1/100 second.
The larger the value on the screen, the
faster the shutter speed.
Adjusting the gain
You can adjust the gain manually when you
do not want to use the AGC (automatic gain
control).
Each time you push the SHUTTER
switch I to SEL, the shutter speed
mode changes in the following
sequence:
1 Set the CAMERA MODE switch F to
MANUAL during recording or standby.
Manual mode t Extended clear scan
(ECS) mode t Slow shutter (SLS)
mode t Auto mode t Manual mode
…
2 Set the AGC switch E to OFF.
3 Set the GAIN switch H to H, M or L.
The gain value set for the selected
GAIN switch position appears on the
screen.
3 Adjust the shutter speed with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial G.
The gain value can set for each GAIN
switch position from [GAIN SETUP] of
The adjustable shutter speed range
varies depending on the shutter speed
mode and the setting of [SCAN TYPE]
the
(CAMERA SET) menu
(
(IN/OUT REC) menu t [HDV
PROGRE.] or [DV PROGRE.]).
To adjust the gain automatically
SCAN
[25]
[50]
Set the AGC switch E to ON, or set the
CAMERA MODE switch F to AUTO.
The lamps above the respective switches
will turn on.
TYPE
Manual 1/50 - 1/10000 1/50 - 1/10000
mode
(sec.)
(sec.)
ECS
25.00 - 200.0 50.00 - 200.0
mode
(Hz)
(Hz)
SLS
mode
1/3 - 1/25
(sec.)
1/3 - 1/25
(sec.)
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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)
To adjust the shutter speed
Adjusting to natural color
automatically
Push the SHUTTER switch I to SEL a
(White balance)
few times to set to auto mode, or set the
CAMERA MODE switch F to AUTO.
b Notes
• If you set the CAMERA MODE switch F to
AUTO, other manually adjusted items (iris,
gain, white balance) also become automatic.
• The shutter speed information will not be
recorded during recording in the ECS mode.
z Tips
• Select the ECS mode if you want to obtain
images with no horizontal bands of noise when
you record subjects such as monitor screens.
• Select the slow shutter (SLS) mode if the
LO
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subject is not well lit.
• The shutter speed is fixed to 1/50 when you set
the SHUTTER switch I to OFF.
• It is difficult to focus automatically at a lower
shutter speed. Sony recommends that you set up
your camcorder on something stable such as a
tripod, and manually adjust the focus.
CAMERA
MODE
AGC
ATW
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
AUTO
MANUAL
• The picture may flicker or change colors under
fluorescent lamps, sodium lamps or mercury
lamps. You can reduce flickering by setting the
shutter speed to an appropriate frequency in
ECS mode.
CAMERA SEL/PUSH EXEC
POWER
ON
OFF
VCR
You can adjust and fix the white balance
according to the lighting conditions of
recording environment. You can store white
balance values in memory A (
A) and
memory B ( B), respectively. Unless a
white balance is readjusted, values will
remain even after the power has been
turned off.
1
2
During recording or standby, set
the CAMERA MODE switch C to
MANUAL.
Set the ATW switch B to OFF.
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-7 (bluish) to 0 (normal, the default setting) to
+7 (reddish). Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
E to set the value. You can also set the white
balance offset value from the menu
3
Set the WHT BAL switch D to
any one of PRST/A/B.
Select A or B for recording with the
white balance setting stored in memory
A or B. Select PRST for recording with
the white balance setting set in
[OUTDOOR], [INDOOR] or [MANU
WB TEMP], which you have selected in
• You can change the color temperature when you
set [WB PRESET] to [MANU WB TEMP] and
the WHT BAL switch D to PRST. Push the
WHT/BLK switch A to WHT. Turn the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial E until the desired
temperature appears on the screen, then press
the dial to set the temperature. You can also set
the color temperature from the menu ([WB
[WB PRESET] of the
SET) menu.
(CAMERA
Indicator
Shooting conditions
• White balance values
adjusted for light
sources can be stored
in memory A and
memory B. Follow the
steps in “To save the
adjusted white balance
value in memory A or
To save the adjusted white balance
value in memory A or B
A
(Memory A)
B
(Memory B)
1 Set the WHT BAL switch D to A (
A) or B (
B) in step 3 of “Adjusting
to natural color (White balance).”
2 Capture a white subject, such as white
paper, full-screen in the same lighting
condition as the one in which the subject
is.
• Recording sunset/
sunrise, just after
sunset or just before
sunrise
• Recording neon signs
or fireworks
Outdoor
([OUTDOOR])
3 Push the WHT/BLK switch A to
WHT.
A or
B starts flashing rapidly. It
will stay on when the white balance
adjustment is completed and the
• Under daylight color
fluorescent lamps
adjusted value is stored in
B.
A or
• Under the lighting
conditions that change
in many ways, such as
a party hall
• Under strong light
such as in a
photography studio
• Under sodium lamps
or mercury lamps
n
Indoor
([INDOOR])
To adjust the white balance
automatically
Set the ATW switch B to ON or the
CAMERA MODE switch C to AUTO.
The lamp above the ATW switch B turns
on when you set the ATW switch B to
ON. The lamps above the respective
switches will turn on when you set the
CAMERA MODE switch C to AUTO.
• Color temperature can
be set between 2300K
and 15000K (the
default setting is
6500K).
Color
temperature
([MANU WB
TEMP])
b Notes
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• When you set the CAMERA MODE switch C
to AUTO, other manual adjustments (iris, gain,
and shutter speed) also become automatic.
• You can change the outdoor white balance
setting by setting offset. Push the WHT/BLK
switch A to WHT and turn the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial E to select an offset value from
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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)
b Notes
Adjusting the black balance
• You cannot adjust the black balance while the
color bars are displayed.
• When using a non-Carl Zeiss lens, close the iris
prior to the adjustment.
Customizing the picture quality
(Picture profile)
WHT
CAMERA
S
LO
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POWER
ON OFF
VCR
1:CLEAR
2:1/4ND
STEADY
SHOT
PICTURE
PROFILE
3
:
1/16ND
ZEBRA
AE SHIFT
4:1/64ND
BLK
4
5
6
CAMERA
MODE
AGC
ATW
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
AUTO
MANUAL
B
Normally, you do not need to adjust the
black balance.
The black balance may become off in some
recording conditions.
CAMERA SEL/PUSH EXEC
POWER
ON
OFF
A
VCR
If that happens, adjust the black balance.
The adjusted settings are stored only
temporarily. The settings return to the
default settings when you turn the power
off and back on.
You can customize the picture quality by
adjusting picture profile items such as
[GAMMA] and [DETAIL].
Connect your camcorder to a TV or
monitor, and adjust the picture quality
while observing the picture on the TV or
monitor screen.
Picture quality settings for different
recording conditions are stored in [PP1]
through [PP6] as default settings.
1
2
Set the POWER switch B to ON
and the CAMERA/VCR switch C
to CAMERA.
b Notes
Push the WHT/BLK switch A to
BLK.
• When you set [x.v.Color] to [ON], the picture
profile will be disabled.
The black balance adjustment starts.
When the adjustment is completed,
[Completed.] appears on the screen.
Picture profile
number (setting
name)
Recording condition
PP1
:USER
Default settings the same
as when Picture Profile is
[OFF]
If the black balance adjustment fails
Check that the iris is closed, then try the
adjustment again.
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To change the picture profile
You can change the settings stored in [PP1]
through [PP6].
Picture profile
number (setting
name)
Recording condition
PP2
:USER
Default settings the same
as when Picture Profile is
[OFF]
1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button
B.
2 Select the PICTURE PROFILE number
PP3
Example settings of
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.
:PRO COLOR pictures recorded by a
professional shoulder
camcorder with ITU-709
gamma
3 Select [SETTING] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.
4 Select an item to be adjusted with the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.
PP4
:PD COLOR
Example settings of
pictures recorded by a
professional handy
camcorder with PD
gamma
5 Adjust the picture quality with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial A.
6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to adjust other
items.
PP5
Example settings of
7 Select [
RETURN] with the SEL/
:FILM LOOK1 pictures recorded on
cinema color negative film
PUSH EXEC dial A.
8 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial A.
PP6
Example settings of
:FILM LOOK2 pictures screened with
cinema color print film
A picture profile indicator appears.
z Tips
• You can assign picture profiles to the ASSIGN
buttons and use them to turn the picture profiles
1
During standby, press the
PICTURE PROFILE button B.
2
3
Select a picture profile number
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.
You can record with the settings of the
selected picture profile.
Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.
To cancel the picture profile recording
Select [OFF] in step 2 with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.
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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)
BLACK LEVEL
To set the black level.
Item
Description and settings
[MASTER BLACK]
Sets the master black level.
-15 to +15
[BLACK R]
[BLACK G]
[BLACK B]
Sets the black level of Rch.
[MASTER BLACK] + [BLACK R] is the black level of Rch.
-15 to +15
Sets the black level of Gch.
[MASTER BLACK] + [BLACK G] is the black level of Gch.
-15 to +15
Sets the black level of Bch.
[MASTER BLACK] + [BLACK B] is the black level of Bch.
-15 to +15
GAMMA
To select a gamma curve.
Item
Description and settings
[STANDARD]
[CINEMATONE1]
[CINEMATONE2]
[ITU709]
Standard gamma curve
Gamma curve 1 for producing tone of film camera images
Gamma curve 2 for producing tone of film camera images
Gamma curve that corresponds to ITU-709 . Gain in low intensity area:
4.5
[G5.0]
[PD]
Gamma curve with 5.0 of a low intensity area gain
Gamma curve for producing tone similar to DCR-PD series
Gamma curve similar to x.v.Color
[x.v.]
BLACK GAMMA
To correct gamma in low intensity area.
Item
Description and settings
[RANGE]
Selects a correcting range.
HIGH / MIDDLE / LOW
[LEVEL]
Sets the correcting level.
-7 (maximum black compression) to +7 (maximum black stretch)
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KNEE
To set knee point and slope for video signal compression to reduce over-highlighting by
limiting signals in high contrast area of the subject to the dynamic range of your camcorder.
When you set the OUTPUT/DCC switch to ON, [KNEE] is automatically adjusted.
Item
Description and settings
[AUTO SET]
Available when you set the OUTPUT/DCC switch to ON
Sets the maximum point and sensitivity in the automatic mode.
[MAX POINT]
: Sets the maximum point.
90% ~ 100%
[SENSITIVITY] : Sets the sensitivity.
HIGH/MIDDLE/LOW
[MANUAL SET]
Available when you set the OUTPUT/DCC switch to OFF
Sets the knee point and slope manually.
[POINT]
: Sets the knee point.
75% ~ 105%
[SLOPE]
: Sets the knee slope.
-5(gentle) ~ +5(steep)
COLOR MODE
To set type and level of colors.
Item
Description and settings
Selects a type of colors.
[STANDARD] : Standard colors
[TYPE]
[CINEMATONE1] : Film camera image-like colors good with
[GAMMA] set to [CINEMATONE1]
[CINEMATONE2] : Film camera image-like colors good with
[GAMMA] set to [CINEMATONE2]
[ITU709 MTX]
: Colors corresponding to ITU709
[LEVEL]
Sets a color level when you set [TYPE] to the settings other than
STANDARD].
1 (close to color settings of [STANDARD]) - 8 (color settings of the
selected type)
COLOR LEVEL
To set the color level.
Item
Description and settings
-7 (light) to +7 (dark), -8: black and white
COLOR PHASE
To set the color phase.
Item
Description and settings
-7 (greenish) to +7 (reddish)
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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)
COLOR DEPTH
To set the color depth for each color phase.
This function is more effective for deep colors and less effective for light colors. The color
looks deeper as you decrease the setting value to more negative side, and lighter as you
increase the value to more positive side. This function is effective even if you set
[COLOR LEVEL] to [-8] (monotone).
Item
[R]
[G]
[B]
[C]
[M]
[Y]
Description and settings
-7 to +7 (depth of red)
-7 to +7 (depth of green)
-7 to +7 (depth of blue)
-7 to +7 (depth of cyan)
-7 to +7 (depth of magenta)
-7 to +7 (depth of yellow)
COLOR CORRCT
To set items for the color correction.
Item
Description and settings
Selects color correction type.
[TYPE]
[OFF]
: Not correct colors.
[COLOR REVISN] : Corrects colors stored in memory. Colors not
stored in memory (displayed in black and
white when [COLOR EXTRCT] is set) will
not be corrected.
[COLOR EXTRCT] : Displays areas in colors that are stored in the
memory. The other areas are displayed in
black and white. You can use this function to
add effects on your movies or to confirm the
colors to be stored in the memory.
[MEMORY SEL]
Selects a memory to be effective.
[1]: Sets Memory 1 to be effective.
[2]: Sets Memory 2 to be effective.
[1&2]: Sets both Memory 1 and 2 to be effective.
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COLOR CORRCT (Continued)
Item
Description and settings
Sets colors stored in Memory 1.
[MEM1 COLOR]
[PHASE]
: Sets color phase.
0 (purple) t 8 (red) t 16 (yellow) t
24 (green) t 31 (blue)
: Sets color phase range.
[RANGE]
0 (no color selection), 1 (narrow: to select only a
single color) to 31 (wide: to select multiple colors
in similar color phase)
[SATURATION] : Sets saturation.
0 (to select from light colors to dark colors) to 31
(to select dark color)
[ONE PUSH SET]: Automatically sets [PHASE] for a subject at the
center of the marker. [SATURATION] is set to 0.
[MEM1 REVISN]
Corrects colors in Memory 1.
[R GAIN]
: Corrects the redness of the color in Memory 1. Tone of
cyan becomes higher as the redness decreases.
-15 (less reddish) to +15 (more reddish)
0 for no correction
[B GAIN]
: Corrects the blueness of the color in Memory 1. Tone
of yellow becomes higher as the blueness decreases.
-15 (less bluish) to +15 (more bluish)
0 for no correction
[MEM2 COLOR]
[MEM2 REVISN]
Sets colors stored in Memory 2.
See [MEM1 COLOR] for description and settings.
Corrects colors in Memory 2.
See [MEM1 REVISN] for description and settings.
z Tips
• Setting both memories to the same setting doubles the color correction effect.
• The settings of [COLOR CORRCT] will be retained even if the power is turned off. However, if you want
to correct colors that may change according to time of the day, weather, location, etc., it is recommended
that you set [COLOR CORRCT] again prior to recording.
• If you change the white balance value or the settings of [WB SHIFT], [COLOR LEVEL] or [COLOR
PHASE] of the picture profile, the settings of [RANGE] and [PHASE] of the selected memory will
change. When you change the white balance value or the settings of the above picture profile items after
you have set [RANGE] and [PHASE], check the settings of [COLOR CORRCT] prior to recording.
• During the automatic white balance adjustment, the white balance value automatically varies according to
the lighting conditions of your recording environment. The manual white balance adjustment is
recommended when you use [COLOR CORRCT].
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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)
WB SHIFT
To set items for the white balance shift.
Item
Description and settings
[FILTER TYPE]
Selects a color filter type for the white balance shift.
[LB-CC]
[R-B]
: Film type (color conversion and correction)
: Video type (correction of R and B levels)
[LB[COL TEMP]]
[CC[MG/GR]]
[R GAIN]
Sets a color temperature offset value.
-9 (bluish) to +9 (reddish)
Sets a color correct offset value.
-9 (greenish) to +9 (magentish)
Sets an R level.
-9 (low R level) to +9 (high R level)
[B GAIN]
Sets a B level.
-9 (low B level) to +9 (high B level)
DETAIL
To set items for the detail.
Item
Description and settings
[LEVEL]
Sets the detail level.
-7 to +7
[MANUAL SET]
[ON/OFF]
[ON]
: Turns on and off the manual detail adjustment.
: Enables the manual detail adjustment (automatic
optimization will not be performed).
[OFF]
: Disables the manual detail adjustment.
[V/H BALANCE] : Sets the horizontal (H) and vertical (V) balance of
detail.
[B/W BALANCE]: Selects the balance of the upper DETAIL (P) and
the lower DETAIL (N).
TYPE 1 (off to the lower DETAIL (N) side) to
TYPE 5 (off to the upper DETAIL (P) side)
[BLACK LIMIT] : Sets the limit level of the lower DETAIL (N).
0 (Low limit level: likely to be limited) to 7 (High
limit level: not likely to be limited)
[WHITE LIMIT] : Sets the limit level of the upper DETAIL (P).
0 (Low limit level: likely to be limited) to 7 (High
limit level: not likely to be limited)
[CRISPENING] : Sets the crispening level.
0 (shallow crispening level) to 7 (deep crispening
level)
[HI-LIGHT DTL] : Sets the DETAIL level in the high intensity areas.
-2 to +2
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SKINTONE DTL
To adjust the detail of skintone areas to reduce wrinkles.
Item
Description and settings
[ON/OFF]
Suppresses details in skin-tone areas to reduce wrinkles. Select [ON]
when you want to use this function. You can also select other areas.
[LEVEL]
Sets the adjustment level.
1 (less adjust the detail) to 8 (more adjust the detail)
[COLOR SEL]
Sets color items for the detail adjustment.
[PHASE]
: Sets the color phase.
0 (purple) t 32 (red) t 64 (yellow) t
96 (green) t 127 (blue)
: Sets the color range.
[RANGE]
0 (selects no color), 1 (narrow: selects a single
color) to 31 (wide: selects multiple colors in
similar color phases and saturation)
The detail will not be adjusted when you set
[RANGE] to 0.
[SATURATION] : Sets the color saturation.
0 (selects a light color) to 31 (selects a deep color)
[REVERSE]
: Reverses the selected color range.
If you execute this function when a color has been
selected, colors that were not selected will be
selected instead.
[Y LEVEL]
[Y RANGE]
: Sets the color brightness.
0 (selects a dark color) to 31 (selects a bright
color)
: Sets the color brightness range.
1 (narrows the brightness range) to 32 (expands
the brightness range)
[ONE PUSH SET]: Automatically adjusts [PHASE],
[SATURATION] and [Y LEVEL] for a subject at
the center of the marker.
[RANGE] and [Y RANGE] will not be changed.
PROFILE NAME
To name the picture profiles set in [PP1] through [PP6] (p. 44).
COPY
To copy the settings of the picture profile to another picture profile number.
RESET
To reset the picture profile to the default setting.
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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)
4 Select the number of the picture profile
To name the picture profile settings
You can name picture profile1 through 6.
that you want to copy to with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial A.
1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button
5 Select [YES] with the SEL/PUSH
B.
EXEC dial A.
2 Select the picture profile that you want
6 Select [ RETURN] t [OK] with the
to name with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.
A.
3 Select [SETTING] t [PROFILE
NAME] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
A.
To reset the picture profile settings
You can reset the picture profile settings by
each picture profile number. You cannot
reset all picture profile settings at once.
4 Select a letter with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A. Repeat this operation
until a complete name is entered.
1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button
B.
PICT. PROFILE
2 Select the number of the picture profile
that you want to reset with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial A.
3 Select [SETTING] t [RESET] t
CANCEL
OK
[YES] t [
RETURN] t [OK]
P I CTURE PROF I LE END
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.
z Tips
• Each name can be up to 12 characters long.
Characters that can be used in profile
names:
• A to Z
• 0 to 9
• - _ / #
& : .
@
5 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial A.
The profile name is changed.
6 Select [
RETURN] t [OK] with
the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.
To copy the picture profile setting to
other picture profiles
1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button
B.
2 Select the picture profile that you want
to copy from with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.
3 Select [SETTING] t [COPY] with
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.
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Select the recording audio input to CH2
with CH2 of the REC CH SELECT
switch.
Adjusting the volume
You can adjust the volume of a microphone
connected to the AUDIO INPUT1 (L) jack
through the AUDIO INPUT4 jack.
IN2: Records the audio input from the
AUDIO INPUT2 (R) jack.
Set the number of channels to be recorded
[DV AU.MODE] (for DVCAM (DV),
Center: Records the audio input from
the AUDIO INPUT jack selected with
CH1 switch.
p. 74) of the
(AUDIO SET) menu.
IN4: Records the audio input from the
AUDIO INPUT4 jack.
x 2CH/FS48K recording
You can select audio input to be recorded
on the audio track of a tape.
b Notes
• For stereo recording, set your camcorder to
record the left-side sound in CH1 and the right-
side sound in CH2.
z Tips
• Sony recommends that you set CH2 of the REC
CH SELECT switch to the center position in the
following cases:
– To avoid no audio input to CH2 by recording
the same audio input with that inputted to
CH1.
– To record different audio inputs from the
same audio source simultaneously with
different audio settings to make the audio
recording reliable. For example, you can set
the audio level manually for the audio input to
CH1 and automatically for that to CH2, and
record the inputs in the respective channels.
RESET
A
UDIO MONITOR
CH1/2
MIX
CH3/4
REC CH SELECT
IN2
IN1
L
R
IN3
CH
1
CH
2
CH
3
CH
4
IN4
CH
CH
CH
CH
1
2
3
4
CH1
CH2
AUTO
MAN
AUTO
MAN
AUTO
MAN
AUTO
MAN
2CH MODE
LINE
LINE
LINE
LINE
MIC
MIC
48V
MIC
MIC
48V
MIC
MIC
48V
MIC
MIC
48V
MONITOR
SELECT
+
+
+
+
INPUT1
INPUT2
INPUT3
INPUT4
2 Set the INPUT1/2/3/4 switch.
If your microphone needs a power
supply, set the INPUT1/2/3/4 switch to
MIC+48V. If it does not need a power
supply, set to MIC.
1 Set the REC CH SELECT switch.
REC CH SELECT
IN2
IN1
IN3
IN4
LINE
MIC
MIC
CH1
CH2
2CH MODE
+
48V
INPUT1
Select the recording audio input to CH1
with CH1 of the REC CH SELECT
switch.
b Notes
• Setting the INPUT1/2/3/4 switch to MIC+48V
when a microphone that does not need a power
supply is attached may damage the microphone
or impair the sound recording quality.
IN1: Records the audio input from the
AUDIO INPUT1 (L) jack.
IN3: Records the audio input from the
AUDIO INPUT3 jack.
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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)
z Tips
connected to the AUDIO INPUT1 (L)
jack, or a microphone that does not need
a power supply is connected to the
AUDIO INPUT4 jack, as illustrated.
• Set the INPUT1/2/3/4 switch to MIC+48V
when using the supplied microphone.
3 Set the level of input to be recorded on
each audio track.
LINE
MIC
MIC
LINE
MIC
MIC
LINE
MIC
MIC
LINE
MIC
MIC
+
+
+
+
CH1 dial CH2 dial
48V
48V
48V
48V
INPUT1
INPUT2
INPUT3
INPUT4
3 Set the CH1 and CH2 switches.
For example, set the CH1 switch to
AUTO and the CH2 switch to MAN to
adjust the recording level of CH1
automatically and that of CH2
manually.
CH1
CH2
AUTO
MAN
AUTO
MAN
If you want to adjust the recording volume
automatically, set the CH1 and CH2
switches to AUTO. If you want to adjust it
manually, set the switches to MAN. When
CH1
CH2
AUTO
MAN
AUTO
MAN
you set the switches to MAN,
appears
on the screen. The CH switch numbers you
set to MAN appear on the right of the icon
z Tips
(
). You can adjust the volume when the
switches are set to MAN by turning the
CH1 and CH2 dials.
• You cannot adjust the recording levels of CH3
and CH4 during 2-channel recording.
b Notes
• Set the INPUT switches for the respective
AUDIO INPUT jacks, and the CH switches for
the corresponding recording tracks on a tape.
Example of 2CH recording (recording
audio input from INPUT1 and INPUT4)
1 Set CH1 of the REC CH SELECT
switch to IN1 and CH2 to IN4.
REC CH SELECT
IN2
IN1
IN3
IN4
CH1
CH2
2CH MODE
2 Set the INPUT1 and INPUT4 switches.
For example, set the INPUT1 switch to
MIC+48V and the INPUT4 switch to
MIC when the supplied microphone is
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x 4CH/FS32K recording
Monitor the recording sound
You can select audio output via headphones
or line-out.
AUDIO MONITOR
CH1/2
A
MIX
CH3/4
L
R
CH 1
CH 2
CH 3
CH 4
RESET
B
AUDIO MONITOR
CH1/2
MIX
REC CH SELECT
MONITOR
SELECT
CH3/4
IN2
IN1
L
R
IN3
CH
1
CH
2
CH
3
CH
4
IN4
CH
CH
CH
CH
1
2
3
4
CH1
CH2
AUTO
MAN
AUTO
MAN
AUTO
MAN
AUTO
MAN
2CH MODE
LINE
LINE
LINE
LINE
MIC
MIC
48V
MIC
MIC
48V
MIC
MIC
48V
MIC
MIC
48V
MONITOR
SELECT
+
+
+
+
INPUT1
INPUT2
INPUT3
INPUT4
Select the channels with the AUDIO
MONITOR switch A and the MONITOR
SELECT button B.
The lamps of the selected output channels
light up.
In 4-channel recording, the recording
channels are designated to their respective
input channels, as shown in the following
table.You cannot select the channels.
The settings of REC CH SELECT switch
become ineffective.
Input
Recording channel
INPUT1
INPUT2
INPUT3
INPUT4
t
t
t
t
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
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Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons
ASSIGN 1-3 buttons
Some functions need to be assigned to the
ASSIGN buttons for use. You can assign a
single function to any one of the ASSIGN 1
to 6 buttons on the body or the L1, L2 and
RET buttons on the lens.
ASSIGN
2
1
3
L1 button
b Notes
• The following functions cannot be assigned to
the RET button.
– FOCUS (for changing between automatic
focus and manual focus)
– ONE PUSH AF
– FOCUS INFNTY
– FOCUS MACRO
– STEADYSHOT
LO
CK
CAMERA
MODE
ATW
ON
AUTO
OFF
MANUAL
z Tips
• The RET button is an assignable button on non-
Carl Zeiss lenses.
B
CAMERA SEL/PUSH EXEC
STEADY
SHOT
ZEBRA
AE SHIFT
A
Functions you can assign to the
ASSIGN buttons
VCR
4
5
6
The buttons in parentheses indicate that the
functions are assigned to the buttons by
default.
ASSIGN 4-6
buttons
• FOCUS (p. 30)
• EXP.FOCUS (p. 31)
• ONE PUSH AF (p. 31)
L2 button
• FOCUS INFNTY (p. 31)
• FOCUS MACRO (p. 70)
• HYPER GAIN (p. 67)
• BACK LIGHT (p. 69)
• SPOTLIGHT (p. 69)
• FADER (p. 70)
• LAST SCN RVW (p. 50)
• END SEARCH (p. 50)
1
2
Push the MENU/STATUS switch
B to MENU.
Select the
(OTHERS) t
[ASSIGN BTN] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.
• MARKER (p. 77)
• DISPLAY (p. 58)
• TC COUNTUP (p. 84)
3
Select [CAMERA] or [LENS],
whichever the ASSIGN button to
which you want to assign a
function is located, with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial A.
• PHOTO (p. 27)
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Recording an index signal
4
5
Select the ASSIGN button to
which you want to assign a
function with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.
• You can select the ASSIGN 1 through 6
buttons on the body and the L1, L2 and RET
button on the lens.
When you record a scene with an index
signal, you can easily find the scene during
playback on a device that supports this
function.
The index function will make it easier to
check the transition of recording or edit
your pictures using index signals.
•
[------] appears if no function is assigned to
the ASSIGN button.
1
2
Assign [INDEX MARK] to one of
Select the function that you want
to assign with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.
Press the ASSIGN button to
which [INDEX MARK] is assigned.
6
7
8
Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.
During recording
appears for about 7 seconds and an
index signal is recorded.
During standby
Select [RETURN] with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial A.
flashes.
After you press the REC START/STOP
button to start recording,
for about 7 seconds and an index signal
is recorded.
appears
Push the MENU/STATUS switch
B to MENU to hide the menu
screen.
To cancel the operation
Press the ASSIGN button to which [INDEX
MARK] is assigned again before you start
recording.
b Notes
• You cannot record an index signal on a recorded
tape afterward.
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Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons (Continued)
• End search will not work correctly if a blank
section exists between recorded sections on the
tape.
Reviewing the most recently
recorded scenes (Rec review)
You can view about 2 seconds of the scene
recorded just before you stopped the tape.
This is convenient during playback of the
latest scene check.
Playing back the most recently
recorded movies (Last scene
review)
You can set your camcorder to
automatically rewind the tape to the
beginning of the most recently recorded
scene, play back to the end of the scene,
then stop the tape.
Press the REC REVIEW button or the
ASSIGN button to which [REC
REVIEW] is assigned during
standby.
The last 2 seconds (approx.) of the most
recently recorded scenes will be played
back, then your camcorder returns to
standby.
1
2
Assign [LAST SCN RVW] to an
During standby, press the
ASSIGN button to which [LAST
SCN RVW] is assigned.
Searching for the last scene of
the most recent recording
(End search)
The last scene review starts.
b Notes
1
2
Assign [END SEARCH] to one of
the ASSIGN buttons (p. 48).
• If the recording time of the movie is short,
[LAST SCN RVW] may not work correctly.
z Tips
• If you press the ASSIGN button again during
the last scene review, your camcorder plays
back the last 5 seconds of the most recently
recorded movie, then goes standby at the end of
the recording.
Press the ASSIGN button to
which [END SEARCH] is
assigned.
The last scene of the most recent
recording will be played back for about
5 seconds, and the camcorder goes
standby at the point where the last
recording has finished.
b Notes
• End search will not work once you eject the
tape.
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Using the Shot transition
You can store settings of focus, zoom, iris,
gain, shutter speed and white balance, and
smoothly shift from the current settings to
the stored settings (shot transition).
For example, you can shift the focus from
closer objects to farther objects, or change
the depth of field by adjusting the iris. You
can also develop scenes under different
conditions smoothly. If you store manually
adjusted settings of white balance, you can
smoothly shift from one scene to another
under different conditions, such as from
indoor to outdoor.
Item
Description and settings
REC LINK
Setting of transition
linked with start of
recording (the default
setting is [OFF])
[OFF]: Not to start
transition when the
recording is started.
[SHOT-A]: To start
transition to the SHOT-A
when the recording is
started.
[SHOT-B]: To start
transition to the SHOT-B
when the recording is
started.
Sony recommends that you use a tripod to
avoid image blurring.
You can set the following items in [SHOT
TRANSITION] of the
(CAMERA
FOCUS TRANS Setting ([ON]/[OFF]) of
focus transition (the
Item
Description and settings
default setting is [ON])
TRANS TIME
Setting of transition time
(the default setting is
[4.0sec])
ZOOM TRANS Setting ([ON]/[OFF]) of
zoom transition (the
default setting is [ON])
You can set the transition
time by 0.5 sec between
[3.5sec] and [15.0sec], or
select from [20sec],
[30sec], [45sec] and
[60sec].
IRIS TRANS
Setting ([ON]/[OFF]) of
iris transition (the default
setting is [ON])
b Notes
• You cannot manually adjust the focus, zoom,
iris, gain, shutter speed and white balance while
the CHECK or EXEC lamp is on. You can
manually adjust the focus, zoom and iris, even
the CHECK or EXEC lamp is on when you set
[FOCUS TRANS], [ZOOM TRANS] and [IRIS
TRANS] to [OFF], respectively.
START TIMER Setting of timer to start
shot transition (the
default setting is [OFF])
You can select from
[5sec], [10sec] and
[20sec].
• When [EXT REC CTRL] is set to [EXT
ONLY], setting [REC LINK] (linked recording)
to [SHOT-A] or [SHOT-B] links the start of
transition to the start of recording on an external
device (HVR-MRC1 or HVR-DR60).
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Using the Shot transition (Continued)
4
Press the SHOT TRANSITION/
FOCUS MARKING button D
again to bring up the shot
transition check screen.
A
The CHECK lamp turns on.
Press the A button to check SHOT-A, or
the B button to check SHOT-B. The
image will be displayed with the
settings stored in the selected SHOT.
The focus, zoom, iris, gain, shutter
speed and white balance are
SHOT TRANSITION/
B
C
D
FOCUS MARKING
automatically adjusted to the stored
settings.
CHECK
STORE
EXEC
B
A
A button
B button
b Notes
• The settings do not shift to the stored
settings with the transition time set in
1
2
Set [S.TRANS/F.MARK] of the
(CAMERA SET) menu to
[SHOT TRANSITION].
5
6
Press SHOT TRANSITION/FOCUS
MARKING button D again to
bring up the shot transition
execution screen.
Press the SHOT TRANSITION/
FOCUS MARKING button D to
bring up the shot transition store
screen.
The EXEC lamp turns on.
The STORE lamp turns on.
Press the REC START/STOP
button A (B or C).
Press the A button for recording with
SHOT-A, or the B button for recording
with SHOT-B.
3
Press the A button to store the
settings in SHOT-A, or the B
button to store the settings in
SHOT-B.
The settings shift from the current ones
to the stored ones.
b Notes
• The settings stored in SHOT-A or
SHOT-B will be erased when you set
the POWER switch to OFF.
b Notes
• When you change [SHOT TRANSITION]
MARKING button repeatedly to exit the shot
transition screen.
• You cannot return from the stored SHOT-A or
SHOT-B settings to previous settings after you
execute the shot transition during recording.
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• If you use the following buttons and switch
during the shot transition operation, the shot
transition will be canceled:
– PICTURE PROFILE button
– MENU/STATUS switch
– ASSIGN button to which [EXP.FOCUS] is
assigned
• You can also make a transition from the SHOT-
A to the SHOT-B or from the SHOT-B to the
SHOT-A. For example, to make a transition
from the SHOT-A to the SHOT-B, display the
shot transition check screen, press the A button
to bring up the SHOT-A and press the REC
START/STOP button. Then, display the shot
transition execution screen and press the B
button.
• You can rehearse the shot transition by pressing
the respective buttons (A or B) to which your
customized settings are assigned before pressing
the REC START/STOP button in step 6.
• You cannot use the shot transition when you use
a non-Carl Zeiss lens.
• The settings stored in the memory (SHOT-A/
SHOT-B) are cleared when you remove the Carl
Zeiss lens, or you adjust the flange focal length.
To cancel the operation
Press the SHOT TRANSITION/FOCUS
MARKING button D repeatedly to exit
the shot transition screen.
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Marking focal point on the screen
(Focus marking)
You can mark a focal point, at which you
set a subject in focus, on the LCD screen
prior to the recording. You can use this
function during the manual focus.
4
Press the A button for marking a
focal point at position A or the B
button for marking a focal point at
position B.
When you press the A button, V and A
appear on the focus marking bar. When
you press the B button, v and B appear
on the focus marking bar.
This mark appears when
you press the B button.
Current focal point
STBY 00:00:49:03
FOCUS MARKING
SHOT TRANSITION/
A
FOCUS MARKING
CHECK
STORE
A
EXEC
B
B
A button
B button
This mark appears when
you press the A button.
1
2
Set [S.TRANS/F.MARK] of the
(CAMERA SET) menu to
[FOCUS MARKING].
The color of the marks changes when
position A or B matches the current
focal point.
Press the SHOT TRANSITION/
FOCUS MARKING button B.
b Notes
The focus marking bar appears at the
bottom of the screen.
• The focus marking function does not work when
[FOCUS MACRO] is set to [ON].
• You cannot use the focus marking when you use
a non-Carl Zeiss lens. Marking positions A and
B will be cleared when you dismount the lens or
turn off the power.
3
Adjust the focus by turning the
focus ring A and set a focal
point.
z Tips
• You can use the focus marking function during
the expanded focus.
A cursor on the focus marking bar
moves as you turn the focus ring.
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Playback
MEMORY/PLAY button
MEMORY/INDEX button
MEMORY/DELETE button
MEMORY -/+ buttons
DATA CODE REVIEW
CUE
REC
DISPLAY
-
LCD BRIGHT +
STOP
REW
PLAY
FF
PAUSE SLOW
PLAY
INDEX
DELETE
-
+
MEMORY
PLAY button
LO
CK
POWER switch
CAMERA/VCR switch
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
MONITOR dial
You can play back movies as follows:
1
Set the POWER switch to ON and the CAMERA/VCR switch to VCR
.
CAMERA
POWER
ON
OFF
VCR
2
Start playing back.
Press m (rewind) to go to the point you want to view, then press N (play) to start
playback.
• x : STOP
• X : PAUSE (Press N or X again to restart the playback)
• m/M : REW (Rewind)/FF (Forward)
•
/
: REVIEW/CUE
• y : SLOW
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Playback (Continued)
b Notes
• Your camcorder automatically goes into a stopped state when it is in pause for more than 3 minutes.
• The screen may temporarily go blank losing images and sound when signals switch between HDV
and DVCAM (DV) during playback of a tape in which HDV format and DVCAM (DV) format are
mixed.
• You cannot play back movies recorded in HDV format on DVCAM (DV) format video cameras or
mini DV players.
• You can play back a DV format tape on your camcorder only when its contents are recorded in the SP
mode. You cannot play back movies recorded on the DV format tape in the LP mode.
• Time code and user bits will not be displayed correctly when you play back a tape with no time code
or user bit data, or a tape with time code that your camcorder does not support.
z Tips
To search for a scene while viewing a movie
Press
/
during playback (Picture Search). To view during fast forward, press and hold
M. To view during rewind, press and hold m (Skip Scan).
To adjust the volume
Adjust the volume with the MONITOR dial.
To view still images
1 Set the POWER switch to ON and the CAMERA/VCR switch to VCR.
2 Press the MEMORY/PLAY button.
3 Select a still image that your want to view using the MEMORY -/+ button.
To stop viewing still images, press the MEMORY/PLAY button again.
To display the list of still images (index screen)
1 Set the POWER switch to ON and the CAMERA/VCR switch to VCR.
2 Press the MEMORY/INDEX button.
101–0050
101
1/19
3 Select a still image using the MEMORY -/+ button.
To display a single image, move B to that image and press the MEMORY/PLAY button.
To stop displaying the list of still images, press the MEMORY/INDEX button again.
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To delete still images from the “Memory Stick Duo”
1 Do the steps of “To view still images” to display still images that you want to delete.
2 Press the MEMORY/DELETE button.
3 Select [YES] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
The still image will be deleted.
b Notes
• Still images cannot be restored once you delete them.
• You cannot delete still images when the “Memory Stick Duo” is write-protected (p. 109) or the still image
z Tips
• To delete a still image in the index, move B to the still image using the VOLUME/MEMORY button,
then do steps 2 and 3.
• To delete all still images, do [
ALL ERASE] of the
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Changing/checking the settings in your
camcorder
• When you assign [DISPLAY] of [ASSIGN
BTN] to an ASSIGN button, you can use the
ASSIGN button to change the screen.
A
B
DISPLAY
-
LCD BRIGHT +
• To output a signal containing information on
indicators such as icons via the COMPONENT
OUT jack or the HD/SD SDI OUT jack, set
[DISP OUTPUT] to [ALL OUTPUT].
DATA CODE REVIEW
CUE
PLAY
INDEX
DELETE
-
+
STOP
REW
PLAY
FF
MEMORY
Displaying recording data (Data
code)
You can display information, including
date, time and camera data, automatically
stored during recording on the screen
during playback.
LO
CK
1
2
Set the CAMERA/VCR switch E
to VCR.
C
D
CAMERA SEL/PUSH EXEC
POWER
Press the DATA CODE button B
during playback or pause.
ON
OFF
VCR
The screen changes (date and time
display t camera data display t no
display) as you press the button.
Changing the screen
You can turn on and off the display of the
time code, tape counter, and other
information on the screen.
Press the DISPLAY button A.
The screen indictors turns on (displayed)
and off (not displayed) as you press the
button.
When the CAMERA/VCR switch is set to
CAMERA, the screen changes (detailed
display t simple display t no display) as
you press the button.
A SteadyShot off
B Exposure
appears during playback of the
movie recorded with the iris, gain and
shutter speed automatically adjusted.
z Tips
• You can display the screen indicators during
playback on a TV. Select [V-OUT/PANEL] of
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appears during playback of the
movie recorded with the iris, gain and
shutter speed manually adjusted.
1
2
Push the MENU/STATUS switch
C to STATUS.
C Iris
appears in the iris value display
area during playback of the movie
recorded with the iris manually adjusted
to its maximum value.
Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial D
until a desired display shows up
on the screen.
D Gain
When the CAMERA/VCR switch E is
set to CAMERA, the display changes in
the following sequence:
E Shutter speed
F White balance
AUDIO t OUTPUT t ASSIGN t
CAMERA t EXT DEVICE (when an
external device is connected)
appears during playback of the
movie recorded with the shot transition
or [MANU WB TEMP].
When the CAMERA/VCR switch E is
set to VCR, the display changes in the
following sequence:
b Notes
AUDIO t OUTPUT t ASSIGN t
EXT DEVICE (when an external device
is connected)
• The exposure correction value (0EV), shutter
speed and iris will be displayed during viewing
of still images on “Memory Stick Duo.”
• Date and time will be displayed in the same area
when you select the date and time display. If
you record without setting date and time, [-- --
----] and [--:--:--] will be displayed.
• An accurate shutter speed may not be displayed
when you playback a tape recorded with your
camcorder on another device. Check the data
code that is displayed on the screen when you
play back the tape on your camcorder for the
accurate shutter speed.
To hide the display
• Push the MENU/STATUS switch C to
STATUS.
• A shutter speed is indicated with [---] during
playback of the movie record in the extended
clear scan (ECS) mode.
Displaying the settings in your
camcorder (Status check)
You can check the settings of the following
items.
• Audio setup such as microphone volume level
• Output signal setup ([VCR HDV/DV], etc.)
• Functions assigned to the ASSIGN buttons
• Camera setup (p. 67)
• External devices
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Connecting a monitor or a TV
To connect to a monitor or recorder without an HDV/DV jack, use audio and video cables as below.
You do not need an audio cable to connect a monitor that supports SDI audio input via an SDI
cable. If the monitor does not support SDI audio input, you need an audio cable even if you
connect the monitor via an SDI cable. When using the VIDEO OUT jack, set the VIDEO
OUT switch to COMPOSITE (no image on the LCD screen).
Monitor/Recorder
To audio To SDI To S video To i.LINK To video Tocomponent
input jack jack
jack
input jack input jack input jack
VIDEO OUT
switch
HDV/DV
HDV/
DV jack
Component video
cable (optional)
AUDIO OUT
VIDUT
S
VIDEO
LANC
DC
IN
12V
L
Video cable (optional)
DC
OUT
12V
R
HD/SD
SDI OUT
TC
OUT
AUDIO INPUT3
AUDIO PUT4
Pb/Cb
i.LINK cable (optional)
S video cable (optional)
SDI cable (optional)
Audio cable (optional)
:Signal flow
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b Notes
• Set
which HDV format signals are inputted from your camcorder via an SDI cable or a component video
cable. When connecting via an SDI cable, also set [SDI OUTPUT] in the
[ON] (default setting).
(IN/OUT REC) menu to
• Video signals outputted from the HD/SD SDI OUT jack or the COMPONENT OUT jack of your
camcorder have the following limitations:
– Video signals inputted from the HDV/DV jack of your camcorder need to be recorded to output to an
external device. When recording video signals and outputting them from the HDV/DV jack to the
external device, you can view the movie reproduced by the video signal.
– When recording a video signal inputted from the HDV/DV jack in HDV format and outputting the
signal in SDI format, the SDI signal does not meet SDI specifications.
– Image and audio distortion may occur depending on the quality of the i.LINK signal in the device
connected to your camcorder via the HDV/DV jack, or the quality or type of SDI input jack of the
connected device. Make sure the connected device is appropriate for receiving an SDI video signal.
– Video signals are simultaneously outputted from the COMPONENT OUT jack and the HD/SD SDI
OUT jack. The [SDI/CMPNT] settings in [VIDEO OUT] of the
the COMPONENT OUT jack and the HD/SD SDI OUT jack.
(IN/OUT REC) menu affect both
• When down converting an HDV format signal to a DVCAM (DV) signal and outputting it, you can output
a 4-channel audio signal via any jack except the HDV/DV jack.
• You cannot up convert a DVCAM (DV) format video signal to an HDV format video signal.
• 1080/25p video signals are outputted via the COMPONENT OUT jack and the HD/SD SDI OUT jack as
1080/50i video signals.
• Make sure that [VCR HDV/DV] in the
(IN/OUT REC) menu is set to [AUTO] (default setting)
before connecting an i.LINK cable. If you connect the i.LINK cable before setting [VCR HDV/DV] to
[AUTO], your monitor may not recognize video signals.
• You may need to set your monitor to recognize your camcorder when connecting them via an i.LINK
cable. Refer to the operating instructions of your monitor.
• A video signal and an audio signal are outputted together when your camcorder is connected to an
external device via an i.LINK cable. You cannot output those signals separately.
• When you down convert an HDV format signal with 4-channel recording to a DVCAM (DV) format
signal and output it via the HDV/DV jack, the audio is output through two channels. Set
(IN/OUT
REC) menu t [i.LINK SET] t [DOWN CONV AU] to select [CH1,CH2] or [CH3,CH4] output
channels.
• If you change the [SDI/CMPNT] settings in [VIDEO OUT] of the
(IN/OUT REC) menu during
playback, the image signals outputted from the S VIDEO OUT jack, VIDEO OUT jack and HDV/DV
jack may be temporarily distorted.
• When you down convert an HDV format progressive video signal to a DVCAM (DV) format video signal
and output it via the i.LINK jack, the output signal is converted into an interlaced video signal.
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Using the Menu
Using the menu items
You can change various settings or make
detailed adjustments using the menu items
displayed on the screen.
CAMERA SET (p. 67)
AUDIO SET (p. 74)
DISPLAY SET (p. 76)
IN/OUT REC (p. 80)
TC/UB SET (p. 84)
MEMORY SET (p. 86)
OTHERS (p. 88)
OTHERS
RETURN
STBY
CAMERA/
VCR
switch
LO
CK
CAMERA PROF.
ASSIGN BTN
CLOCK SET
WORLD TIME
LANGUAGE
QUICK REC
DATE REC
CAMERA SEL/PUSH EXEC
POWER
ON OFF
[
]
MENU :END
VTR
4
Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
until the desired menu item is
highlighted, then press the dial to
select the item.
MENU/
STATUS
switch
SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial
POWER
switch
STBY
1
2
Set the POWER switch to ON,
then set the CAMERA/VCR switch
to CAMERA or VCR.
ASSIGN BTN
CLOCK SET
WORLD TIME
LANGUAGE
QUICK REC
DATE REC
BEEP
REC LAMP[R]
OFF
Push the MENU/STATUS switch
to MENU.
The available menu items vary
depending on the position of the
CAMERA/VCR switch of your
camcorder. Unavailable items will be
grayed out.
The menu index screen appears.
STBY
3
Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
until the icon of the desired menu
is highlighted, then press the dial
to select the menu.
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5
6
Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
until the desired setting is
highlighted or to bring up the
desired setting, then press the
dial to confirm the setting.
STBY
00:00:28:10
BEEP
OFF
ON
[
]
MENU :END
Push the MENU/STATUS switch
to MENU to hide the menu screen.
To return to the previous screen, select
[
RETURN].
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.
Available menu items (z) vary depending on the CAMERA/VCR
switch position.
Menu items
Position of CAMERA/VCR switch:
CAMERA
VCR
(CAMERA SET) menu (p. 67)
HYPER GAIN
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
AE SHIFT
FLCKR REDUCE
BACK LIGHT
SPOTLIGHT
STEADYSHOT
FOCUS MACRO
HANDLE ZOOM
D.EXTENDER
FADER
SMTH SLW REC
INTERVAL REC
DV FRAME REC
SHOT TRANSITION
COLOR BAR
(AUDIO SET) menu (p. 74)
DV AU.MODE
z
z
z
z
z
–
–
–
–
–
AU.LMT CH3,4
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Position of CAMERA/VCR switch:
CAMERA
VCR
(DISPLAY SET) menu (p. 76)
HISTOGRAM
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
–
–
–
–
CAM DATA DSP
AU.LVL DISP
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
(IN/OUT REC) menu (p. 80)
VCR HDV/DV
DV REC MODE
z
–
–
z
–
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
–
z
–
z
z
z
–
EXT REC CTRL
(TC/UB SET) menu (p. 84)
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
–
z
z
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(CAMERA SET)
menu
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the
LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.)
HYPER GAIN
When you set this function to [ON]
(
), you can increase the gain to its
limit. The default setting is [OFF].
The default settings are marked with B.
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected.
menu items.
b Notes
• During the hyper gain, you cannot use the
following function.
– [BACK LIGHT]
– [SPOTLIGHT]
Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
MENU t select the
(CAMERA SET)
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
• During the hyper gain, the picture quality will
be reduced due to noise.
• [HYPER GAIN] is automatically set to [OFF] if
you turn the power off and back on.
GAIN SETUP
z Tips
You can set gain values for H, M and L
positions of the GAIN switch. The default
settings of [H], [M] and [L] are 18dB, 9dB
and 0dB, respectively.
• You are recommended to use this function with
manual focus.
AGC LIMIT
1 Select [H], [M] or [L] with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial.
You can select the upper limit for the Auto
Gain Control (AGC) from [OFF] (21dB, the
default setting), [18dB], [15dB], [12dB],
[9dB], [6db], [3dB] and [0dB].
2 Set the gain value with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial, and press the dial.
You can select the value between -6dB
and 21dB by 3dB. The larger the value,
the higher the gain.
b Notes
• If you adjust the gain manually, you cannot
obtain the effect of [AGC LIMIT].
3 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial.
WB PRESET
4 Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
MENU to hide the menu screen.
You can use the preset white balance. For
SMOOTH GAIN
WB OUTDR LVL
You can set the transition speed at which
the gain setting shifts from one value to
another, set for the gain switch positions,
when you switch the gain switch from a
position to another. You can select the
transition speed from [FAST], [MIDDLE]
and [SLOW] or set to [OFF]. The default
setting is [OFF].
You can set an offset value to adjust the
outdoor white balance when you set [WB
PRESET] to [OUTDOOR]. You can select
the offset value from [-7] (bluish) - [0]
(normal) - [+7] (reddish). The default
setting is [0] .
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Push the MENU/STATUS switch to MENU t select the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
(CAMERA SET) with the
WB TEMP SET
AE SHIFT
You can set the color temperature between
2,300K and 15,000K in 100K steps when
you set [WB PRESET] to [MANU WB
TEMP].
You can set an offset value to adjust the
automatic exposure adjustment value
between [-7] (dark) and [+7] (bright) with
the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The default
setting is [0] .
and selected value
appears on the screen when you change the
value from the default setting.
ATW SENS
You can set the auto white balance
operation under a reddish light source such
as an incandescent lamp or candle, or under
a blueish light source such as in outdoor
shade.
b Notes
• This function is not effective while you adjust
the iris, shutter speed and gain all manually.
• This function is not effective when [HYPER
GAIN] is set to [ON].
BINTELLIGENT
Automatically adjusts the white balance so
that scenes look natural for the light
source.
AE WINDOW
You can select a photometric area in which
the automatic exposure adjustment function
detects changes in the brightness of the
subject to automatically adjust the
exposure. This function is not effective
during the manual exposure adjustment.
HIGH
Automatically adjusts the white balance
while reducing redness or blueness.
MIDDLE
LOW
Automatically adjusts the white balance
while increasing redness or blueness.
b Notes
• This is only effective when white balance is
adjusted automatically.
• [ATW SENS] is not effective under a clear sky
or the sun.
STANDARD
TYPE 1
TYPE 3
SMOOTH WB
You can set the transition speed at which
the color temperature values shifts from the
one set for one of the WHT BAL switch
positions to the other set for the other WHT
BAL switch position when you switch the
positions. You can select the transition
speed from [FAST], [MIDDLE] and
[SLOW] or set to [OFF]. The default setting
is [OFF].
TYPE 2
TYPE 4
TYPE 5
z
Tips
• The photometric area stays the same even when
you change the aspect ratio.
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.
Example: TYPE 4
16:9
CNTRST ENHCR
4:3
When you set this function to [ON], your
camcorder detects high contrast images,
such as backlit scenes, and automatically
improves the unexposed images. The
default setting is [OFF].
b Notes
photometric area
• When you set [BACK LIGHT] to [ON],
[CNTRST ENHCR] is temporarily disabled.
AE RESPONSE
BACK LIGHT
You can select the speed at which the
automatic exposure adjustment function
follows changes in the brightness of the
subject. You can select the speed from
[FAST], [MIDDLE] and [SLOW]. The
default setting is [FAST].
When you set this function to [ON] (.),
you can correct backlighting. The default
setting is [OFF].
b Notes
• The back light function is canceled when you
set [SPOTLIGHT] to [ON].
AT IRIS LMT
SPOTLIGHT
You can select the highest iris value for the
automatic adjustment from [F11], [F9.6],
[F8], [F6.8], [F5.6], [F4.8] and [F4]. The
default setting is [F11].
When you set this function to [ON] ( ),
you can prevent overexposure of light
during recording of a subject under strong
light, such as a stage. For example, you can
prevent people's faces from over-
b Notes
• This function is not effective during the manual
iris adjustment.
highlighting. The default setting is [OFF].
b Notes
FLCKR REDUCE
• The spotlight function is canceled when you set
[BACK LIGHT] to [ON].
• You cannot use the spotlight function if at least
two of iris, gain, and shutter speed are adjusted
manually.
BON
Reduces flickering. Flickering of the
screen under a light source such as
fluorescent lamps will be reduced.
STEADYSHOT
OFF
Not reduce flickering. Select this when you
do not want to reduce flickering.
x ON/OFF
When you select [ON], you can reduce
camera shakes. Select [OFF] ( ) when
you use a tripod (optional) to make images
look natural. The default setting is [ON].
b Notes
• Flickering may not be reduced for certain light
sources.
x TYPE
You can select a type of camera-shake
reduction for different recording situations.
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Push the MENU/STATUS switch to MENU t select the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
(CAMERA SET) with the
HARD
D.EXTENDER
Reduces camera shakes at a high level.
This setting is not suitable for panorama
tilt recordings.
When you set this function to [ON] (
the displayed image becomes 1.5 times
),
larger. The image quality decreases because
the image is digitally processed. This
function helps you to focus on far-away
subjects such as a wild bird away at a
distance. The default setting is [OFF].
BSTANDARD
Reduces camera shakes at a standard level.
SOFT
Reduces camera shakes at a low level.
Slight unsteadiness remains in movies,
which make the movies look as they are.
b Notes
• This function is automatically set to [OFF]
when you turn the power off and back on.
AF ASSIST
When you set this function to [ON], you
can temporarily focus manually using the
focus ring during the auto focus adjustment.
The default setting is [OFF].
FADER
You can add visual effects to transition
between scenes.
1 Select [WHITE FADER] or [BLACK
FADER] during standby to fade in with the
selected effect or recording to fade out with
the selected effect.
b Notes
• This function is effective only when the focus
2 Press the REC START/STOP button.
The fader indicator stops flashing and
disappears when the fading is complete.
FOCUS MACRO
When you set this function to [ON], you
can focus on a subject within 80 cm (about
2 5/8 feet). The default setting is [ON].
To cancel before starting the operation,
select [OFF] in step 1.
The setting will be cleared every time you
press the REC START/STOP button.
When you set this function to [OFF] (
you can set fine focus on a subject further
),
than 80 cm regardless of the zoom position
although you will lose focus on a subject
within 80 cm.
STBY
REC
Fading out
Fading in
b Notes
WHITE FADER
• This function is effective only when the focus
HANDLE ZOOM
BLACK FADER
You can select the zoom speed for the FIX
position of the handle zoom switch from [1]
(slow) through [8] (fast). The default setting
is [3].
b Notes
• This function is automatically set to [OFF]
when you turn the power off and back on.
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• The shutter speed is fixed to 1/215 second when
you set the SHUTTER switch to OFF.
SMTH SLW REC
• You cannot select extended clear scan (ECS)
mode or SLS mode during [SMTH SLW REC].
Pushing the SHUTTER switch to SEL only
enables you to select manual mode or auto
mode.
Fast moving subjects and actions, which
cannot be captured under the general
recording conditions, can be recorded in
smooth moving slow-motion.
This is useful for recording fast actions
such as a golf or tennis swing.
• The recording time may be shorter than the set
time, depending on recording conditions.
• The image quality is lower than with the regular
recording.
1 Set [REC TIME].
Select the recording time from [3sec] (the
default setting), [6sec] and [12sec].
The picture quality deteriorates as the
recording time increases.
2 Set [REC TIMING].
Select the recording timing from [START
TRIGGR] and [END TRIGGER] to record
the action after or before the REC START/
STOP button is pressed.
INTERVAL REC
You can record a series of movies on a tape
at regular intervals. This function is useful
to observe things like cloud movements or
daylight changes. The scenes run smoothly
into each other when you play back the
tape. Use the AC Adapter to obtain AC
power for long recording.
Recording
Recording
Recording
interval
interval
[START TRIGGR]*
[END TRIGGER]
1 Select [ON/OFF] t [ON] with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial.
2 Perform the following step if you are
changing the recording time from the
default setting of [0.5sec]. If you are
keeping the default recording time, go
straight to step 3.
* The default setting is [START TRIGGR].
Select [REC TIME] t [0.5sec], [1sec],
[1.5sec] or [2sec] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
3 Start recording.
Select [EXECUTE], then press the REC
START/STOP button on the [SMTH SLW
REC] screen.
A slow-motion movie about 4 times longer
than your [REC TIME] setting is recorded.
Recording ends when [Recording···]
disappears from the screen.
3 Perform the following step if you are
changing the interval time from the default
setting of [30sec]. If you are keeping the
default interval time, go straight to step 4.
Select [INTERVAL] t [30sec], [1min],
[5min] or [10min].
To cancel [SMTH SLW REC], push the
MENU/STATUS switch to MENU.
4 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial.
5 Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
MENU to hide the menu screen.
6 Press the REC START/STOP button.
b Notes
• Sounds cannot be recorded.
• The settings are automatically cleared when you
turn the power off and back on.
The [INTERVAL REC] recording starts.
To cancel [INTERVAL REC], press the
REC START/STOP button.
• The shutter speed is automatically set to 1/215
second when you start [SMTH SLW REC].
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Push the MENU/STATUS switch to MENU t select the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
(CAMERA SET) with the
b Notes
The operation of your camcorder differs
depending on when you press the REC
START/STOP button.
If you press the button during [INTERVAL
REC] recording, the recording temporarily
stops. If you press it again, the
[INTERVAL REC] recording restarts.
If you press the button during [INTERVAL
REC] interval, the [INTERVAL REC]
recording stops and regular recording starts.
If you press it again, regular recording
stops. If you press the button once again,
the [INTERVAL REC] recording restarts.
To cancel the [INTERVAL REC]
• When you use frame recording continuously,
the remaining tape time will not be indicated
correctly.
• The last scene will be longer than other scenes.
• You cannot record index signals during frame
recording.
• This function is automatically set to [OFF]
when you turn the power off and back on.
SHOT TRANSITION
recording, select [ON/OFF] t [OFF] with
the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
S.TRANS/F.MARK
You can select a function to be assigned to
the SHOT TRANSITION/FOCUS
MARKING button.
b Notes
• The recording time and interval time may differ
slightly from the settings.
• If you focus manually, you can get sharp images
even if the lighting changes.
B SHOT TRANSITION
Select to assign the shot transition function
to the button.
DV FRAME REC
FOCUS MARKING
Select to assign the focus marking function
to the button.
You can record stop motion (or frame-by-
frame) animation movies. That type of
animation uses a technique of changing the
subject, such as a doll or a toy's positions
and recording it at each different position
while your camcorder sits still.
x.v.Color
When you set this function to [ON], you
can record with the wider color range. Your
camcorder can reproduce brilliant and vivid
colors for flowers and the beautiful blue-
green of tropical oceans that cannot be
matched by conventional technologies.
BOFF
Not use this function.
ON (
)
Records a movie by stop motion (or frame-
by-frame) technique.
b Notes
• The colors may not be well reproduced when
you play back a movie recorded with this
function set to [ON] on a TV that does not
support x.v.Color.
• You cannot set [x.v.Color] in the following
cases:
– When recording in SD (standard) format
– When recording movies
• When you set [x.v.Color] to [ON], the picture
profile will be disabled.
1 Select [ON] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
2 Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
MENU to hide the menu screen.
3 Press the REC START/STOP button.
Your camcorder records a movie for
about 5 to 8 frames and returns to
standby.
4 Move the subject and repeat step 3.
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is a distance from the lens flange to the
plane of the image along the optical axis.
COLOR BAR
x TYPE
Selects a type of the color bars.
BAUTO ADJUST
Automatically adjusts the flange focal
length.
MANU ADJUST
Manually adjusts the flange focal length.
TYPE 1
TYPE 2
TYPE 3
TYPE 4 (75% brightness of TYPE 3)
x TONE
Outputs audio tone signals (1 kHz: full bit
-20 dB) when you set the OUTPUT/DCC
switch to BARS and [TONE] to [ON]. The
default setting is [OFF].
FLANGE BACK
You can select a mode for the flange focal
length adjustment. The flange focal length
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(AUDIO SET) menu
Settings for the audio recording (HDV 2CH/
4CH/XLR SET, etc.)
AU.LMT CH1,2
The default settings are marked with B.
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected.
You can set the clipping-noise reduction
function for CH1 and CH2.
menu items.
Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
BOFF
Disables the function.
ON
MENU t select the
(AUDIO SET)
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
Enables the function.
b Notes
HDV 2CH/4CH
• This function is available only when you set the
CH1/CH2 switch to MAN.
You can select the number of recording
channels for HDV format recording.
AU.LMT CH3,4
B2CH
You can set the clipping-noise reduction
function for CH3 and CH4
Records in two channels, CH1 and CH2.
Signals from AUDIO INPUT1 (L)-4 are
BOFF
Disables the function.
4CH
Records in four channels. Signals from
AUDIO INPUT1 (L), AUDIO INPUT2
(R), AUDIO INPUT3 and AUDIO
INPUT4 are recorded in CH1, CH2, CH3
and CH4, respectively.
ON
Enables the function.
b Notes
• This function is available only when you set the
CH3/CH4 switch to MAN.
b Notes
• The REC CH SELECT switch settings become
ineffective when you select [4CH].
XLR SET
x AGC CH1,2
DV AU.MODE
You can select either linked or separate
AGC (Auto Gain Control) of CH1 and CH2
when using an external microphone.
(DV Audio mode)
FS32K (
)
Records in the 12-bit mode (2 stereo
sounds). Select this setting for the
DVCAM/DV SP recording.
BSEPARATE
Separately applies the AGC for CH1/CH2.
Sound inputs from CH1 and CH2 will be
recorded as separate sound.
BFS48K (
)
Records in the 16-bit mode (1 stereo sound
with high quality). Select this setting for
the DVCAM/DV SP recording.
LINKED
Applies the AGC of CH1 linked with that
of CH2. Sound inputs from CH1 and CH2
will be recorded as a set of sound such as
stereo sound.
check screen.
b Notes
appears on the status
A
• When recording in the HDV format, sound is
automatically recorded in the [FS48K] mode.
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b Notes
b Notes
• This setting becomes effective when the CH1
and CH2 switches are both set to AUTO and the
INPUT switches to CH1 and CH2 are set to
MIC or MIC+48V, or both are set to LINE
• The setting is not effective when you set the
INPUT1 switch to LINE.
x INPUT1 WIND
BOFF
x AGC CH3,4
Disables wind noise reduction.
You can select either linked or separate
AGC (Auto Gain Control) of CH3 and CH4
when using an external microphone.
ON
Enables wind noise reduction.
appears on the status check screen.
BSEPARATE
b Notes
• The setting is not effective when you set the
INPUT1 switch to LINE.
Separately applies the AGC for CH3/CH4.
Sound inputs from CH3 and CH4 will be
recorded as separate sound.
LINKED
x INPUT2 MIC NR
x INPUT2 TRIM
x INPUT2 WIND
x INPUT3 MIC NR
x INPUT3 TRIM
x INPUT3 WIND
x INPUT4 MIC NR
x INPUT4 TRIM
Applies the AGC of CH3 linked with that
of CH4. Sound inputs from CH3 and CH4
will be recorded as a set of sound such as
stereo sound.
check screen.
appears on the status
A
b Notes
• This setting becomes effective when the CH3
and CH4 switches are both set to AUTO and the
INPUT3 and INPUT4 switches are set to MIC
x INPUT1 MIC NR
Reduces noise from the microphone.
x INPUT4 WIND
You can set INPUT2, INPUT3 and
INPUT4 in the same way as INPUT1.
BON
Reduces noise from the microphone.
appears on the status check screen.
z Tips
• 48 dBu is set as 0dB in your camcorder.
• Set [INPUT TRIM] to [0dB] for the supplied
microphone (ECM-XM1).
• Set [INPUT TRIM] to [12dB] for the optional
microphone (Sony ECM-NV1).
OFF
Does not reduce noise from the
microphone.
b Notes
• The INPUT TRIM function adjusts the input
level from an external microphone. When using
a highly sensitive microphone or recording loud
sound, set this to the minus side. When using a
less sensitive microphone or recording quiet
sound, set it to the plus side.
• When recording loud sound, the sound may be
distorted at either the input point or the
recording point. If it is distorted at the input
point, adjust the sound using the INPUT TRIM
• The setting is not effective when you set the
INPUT1 switch to LINE.
x INPUT1 TRIM
Adjusts the input signal level from
INPUT1.
You can select from [-18dB], [-12dB],
[-6dB], [0dB], [6dB] and [12dB]. The
default setting is [0dB].
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(DISPLAY SET)
Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
MENU t select the
(AUDIO SET)
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
menu
Display settings of the display and the
viewfinder (MARKER/VF B.LIGHT/DISP
OUTPUT, etc.)
function. If it is distorted at the recording point,
lower the total volume level manually.
• If you set INPUT TRIM too far to the minus
side, the microphone volume becomes too low,
resulting in a poor signal to noise ratio.
• Test the effect of the INPUT TRIM function
according to the microphone used or the sound
field of the recording site before actual
recording.
The default settings are marked with B.
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected.
See page 62 for details on selecting
menu items.
Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
MENU t select the
(DISPLAY SET)
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
ZEBRA
You can display a zebra pattern as a guide
for adjusting brightness.
x ON/OFF
When you select [ON],
and the
brightness level appear on the screen. The
zebra pattern will not be recorded on a tape
or a “Memory Stick Duo.”
x LEVEL
You can select the brightness level
between 70 and 100 or 100+.
z Tips
• The zebra pattern is a strip pattern displayed
over a part of an image on the screen when the
part is higher than a preset brightness level.
HISTOGRAM
You can adjust the iris while referring to a
histogram. A histogram is a graph that
shows the distribution of the image
brightness. You can use the histogram as a
guide for adjusting the iris. The histogram
will not be recorded on a tape or a
“Memory Stick Duo.”
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BOFF
Does not display a histogram.
MARKER
x ON/OFF
NORMAL
When you select [ON], you can display
markers. The default setting is [OFF].
Markers will not be recorded on a tape or
“Memory Stick Duo.”
Displays a histogram.
ADVANCE
Displays a histogram, and a bar that
indicates an average of the brightness
levels around the center of an image
(within the marker) on the histogram.
x CENTER
When you select [ON], you can display a
marker at the center of the screen. The
default setting is [ON].
Average
x ASPECT
When you select [ON], you can display
markers at boundaries of display area
defined by the aspect ratio, which you can
select from [4:3], [13:9] and [14:9]. The
default setting is [OFF].
Darker
Brightness
Brighter
z Tips
• The left area on the graph shows the darker
areas of the image while the right area shows the
brighter areas.
• A vertical line that indicates the brightness level
of [ZEBRA] will be displayed on the histogram
when you set [ZEBRA] to [ON].
x SAFETY ZONE
When you select [ON], then [80%] or
[90%], you can display markers at
boundaries of display area that regular
home TVs can display. The default setting
is [OFF].
PEAKING
You can select a peaking sensitivity from
[HIGH], [MIDDLE] and [LOW]. The
default setting is [MIDDLE].
x GUIDEFRAME
When you select [ON], you can display
frame markers that help you to check
horizontal and vertical positions of a
subject. The default setting is [OFF].
b Notes
• You cannot record an image with
enhanced details on a tape or a “Memory
Stick Duo.”
z Tips
b Notes
• You can focus more easily using this
function in combination with the
• You cannot display markers on an external
device connected to your camcorder via an
analog jack.
• You cannot display markers when you set
[DATE REC] to [ON].
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Push the MENU/STATUS switch to MENU t select the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
(DISPLAY SET) with the
z Tips
z Tips
• You can display all types of markers at the same
time.
• You can obtain a balanced composition by
positioning the subject at the cross points of the
guideframe marker.
• You can display markers only on the LCD panel
and viewfinder. You cannot display them on an
external device.
• The settings appear on the screen during
the manual adjustment regardless of the
settings of this function.
•
indicates that the settings are
automatically adjusted values.
• The displayed settings are different from
the settings that will be displayed when
you press the DATA CODE button
CAM LEVELING
When you set this function to [ON], you
can display a level meter to check the level
of your camcorder. The default setting is
[OFF].
AU.LVL DISP (Audio level display)
When you set this function to [ON], you
can display the audio level meter on the
screen. The default setting is [ON].
EXP.FOCUS TYPE
You can set a type of the expanded focus
display.
BTYPE 1
Simply enlarges images.
TYPE 2
Audio level meter
Enlarges and shows images in white and
black.
z Tips
• You can switch what channels to be displayed,
CH1/CH2 or CH3/CH4, with the AUDIO
LEVEL DISPLAY switch.
CAM DATA DSP (Camera data
display)
When you set this function to [ON], you
can constantly display the iris, shutter speed
and gain settings on the screen. The default
setting is [OFF].
ZOOM DISPLAY
BBAR
Displays a bar that indicates the zoom
position.
00:04:50:04
NUMBER
Displays a number (0 through 99) that
indicates the zoom position.
Iris value
Gain value
Shutter speed
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FOCUS DISP
LCD BL LEVEL
You can select how to display the focal
distance during manual focus.
You can adjust the backlight level of the
LCD screen.
BMETER
BNORMAL
Displays the focal distance in meters.
Standard brightness.
FEET
BRIGHT
Displays the focal distance in feet.
Brightens the LCD screen.
SHUTTER DISP
VF B.LIGHT
You can select how to display the shutter
speed.
You can adjust the brightness of the
viewfinder.
BSECOND
BNORMAL
Displays the shutter speed in seconds.
Standard brightness.
DEGREE
BRIGHT
Displays the shutter speed in degrees.
Brightens the viewfinder screen.
The shutter speed equal to the period that
your camcorder reads image data from the
image sensor is defined as 360 degrees.
The degree is calculated based on this
definition and displayed.
VF COLOR
BON
Displays images in the viewfinder in color.
– When [SCAN TYPE] is set to [50], 1/50
second is defined as 360 degrees.
OFF
– When [SCAN TYPE] is set to [25], 1/25
second is defined as 360 degrees.
Displays images in the viewfinder in black
and white.
For details on [SCAN TYPE], see [HDV
LETTER SIZE
BNORMAL
Displays the menu in regular letter size.
b Notes
• When you press the DATA CODE button, the
shutter speed will be displayed in seconds
regardless of the setting of this function.
2×
Displays the selected menu items in letter
size, the height of which is doubled.
z Tips
• Shutter speed slower than 360° are displayed in
multiples of 360°, such as 360° × 2.
REMAINING
BAUTO
LCD COLOR
Displays the remaining time of a tape for
about 8 seconds in the following situation:
You can adjust the color level of the LCD
panel. Changes in the LCD color level will
not affect the color level of recording
images.
• When you set the CAMERA/VCR switch to
VCR or CAMERA with a cassette inserted.
• When you press N (Play) or the
DISPLAY/BATT INFO button.
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(IN/OUT REC)
Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
MENU t select the
(DISPLAY SET)
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
menu
Recording settings, input and output
settings (REC FORMAT/HDV PROGRE./
VIDEO OUT/EXT REC CTRL, etc.)
ON
Always displays the remaining time of a
tape. The remaining time is not displayed
when you insert a new tape or a tape that is
rewound to the beginning. It is displayed
when you start playback or recording. It is
always displayed on the sub LCD monitor.
The default settings are marked with B.
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected.
See page 62 for details on selecting
menu items.
Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
DISP OUTPUT
MENU t select the
(IN/OUT REC)
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
You can select outputs to which display
information, such as time code, is
outputted.
REC FORMAT
BLCD PANEL
Outputs the information to the LCD screen
and viewfinder.
You can select a recording format.
BHDV1080i (
)
V-OUT/PANEL
Records in the HDV1080i format.
Outputs the information to the LCD screen
and composite output.
DV (
)
Records in the DVCAM (DV) format.
ALL OUTPUT
Set also [DV REC MODE] when you
record in this format.
Outputs the information to the LCD
screen, SDI output, component output and
composite output.
b Notes
• Set also [i.LINK SET] when you output a movie
to an external device through an i.LINK cable
VCR HDV/DV
You can select a type of output signal to an
external device for playing back a movie on
the device. Select [AUTO] in most cases.
When you connect your camcorder to an
external device with an i.LINK cable, select
a type of input and output signals to and
from the external device via the HDV/DV
jack. You can record or play back a movie
reproduced by the selected type of signals.
BAUTO
Automatically switches between HDV
signals and DV signals during playback.
During the i.LINK connection, recognizes
HDV signals and DVCAM (DV) signals,
and automatically inputs or outputs the
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signals to or from the external device via
the HDV/DV (i.LINK) jack for
recording or playback.
x SCAN TYPE
You can select a scan type for recording in
HDV format.
HDV (
)
B50
Plays back only HDV format sections of a
tape.
Records by the interlace scan.
25
During the i.LINK connection, inputs or
outputs only HDV signals to or from an
external device via the HDV/DV
(i.LINK) jack for recording or playback.
Select this setting when you connect your
camcorder to your computer.
Records 25 frames per second.
b Notes
• Selectable [SCAN TYPE] settings differ
depending on the setting of [REC TYPE].
– [INTERLACE]: [50], [25]
– [PROGRESSIVE]: [25]
• You can only play back a tape recorded with the
[REC TYPE] set to [PROGRESSIVE] on a
device that supports playback of a tape recorded
by progressive scanning.
DV (
)
Plays back only DVCAM (DV) format
sections of a tape.
During the i.LINK connection, inputs or
outputs only DVCAM (DV) signals to or
from an external device via the HDV/
DV (i.LINK) jack for recording or
DV PROGRE.
playback. Select this setting when you
connect your camcorder to your computer.
x SCAN TYPE
You can select a scan type for recording in
DVCAM/DV format.
b Notes
• Make sure to disconnect the i.LINK cable prior
to changing the setting. Otherwise, a video
device may not recognize video signals.
• When you select [AUTO], images and sounds
may be cut off on switching between HDV
signals and DVCAM (DV) signals.
B50
Records by the interlace scan.
25
Records 25 frames per second.
• When you set [i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV
CONV] to [ON], the following signals will be
outputted:
– [AUTO]: HDV signals are converted to
DVCAM (DV) signals and outputted.
DVCAM (DV) signals are outputted without
any conversion.
DV REC MODE (DV Recording
mode)
This function is available only when you set
[REC FORMAT] to [DV].
– [HDV]: HDV signals are converted to
DVCAM (DV) signals and outputted.
DVCAM (DV) signals will not be outputted.
BDVCAM (
Records in the DVCAM format.
)
– [DV]: DVCAM (DV) signals are outputted
without any conversion. HDV signals will not
be outputted.
DV SP (
)
Records in the SP (Standard Play) mode of
the DV format to record for a longer time
than in the DVCAM format.
HDV PROGRE.
b Notes
x REC TYPE
• Mosaic-like disturbance or audio interruption
may occur when you play back a movie
recorded in the DV SP mode by another device.
You can select an HDV recording format
from [INTERLACE] and
[PROGRESSIVE].
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Push the MENU/STATUS switch to MENU t select the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
(IN/OUT REC) with the
• Image may be distorted or time code may not be
properly connected between the scenes recorded
in the DVCAM mode and DV SP mode.
x DOWN CONVERT
You can select a down convert type when
you down-covert HDV signal to DV signal.
Use this function for signals outputting
from the following output jacks:
– Component (576i)
DV WIDE REC
You can record a movie in an aspect ratio
that matches that of a TV that you want to
connect. Refer also to the instruction
manuals that come with the TV.
– S Video
– Audio/Video
BSQUEEZE
Outputs a horizontally compressed image
while maintaining its original height.
BON
Records a movie in an aspect ratio that
matches the full screen of a 16:9 (wide)
TV.
LETTER BOX
Outputs an image with black bars added to
the top and bottom of the original image,
while maintaining the original aspect ratio.
OFF (
)
Records a movie in an aspect ratio that
matches the full screen of a 4:3 TV.
EDGE CROP
Outputs the central portion of the original
image by cropping its right and left edges.
b Notes
• Set [DV WIDE CONV] correctly to suite a TV
b Notes
• The aspect ratio will be fixed to 16:9 and you
cannot set it to 4:3 when you record in HDV
format.
• When you view a movie recorded in the
DVCAM (DV) format with [DV WIDE REC]
set to [ON] on a standard 4:3 TV, images of the
movie may appear vertically compressed. In
such a case, set [DV WIDE CONV] to
SDI OUTPUT
[LETTER BOX] or [EDGE CROP].
Outputs signals from the HD/SD SDI OUT
jack. The default setting is [ON].
x DV WIDE CONV
You can select a down convert type when
you down-covert DV widescreen signal to
DV signal.
VIDEO OUT
Use this function for signals outputting
from the following output jacks:
– Component (576i)
x SDI/CMPNT
You can select the type of connection when
connecting your camcorder to a TV with
the SDI or component input jack.
– S Video
– Audio/Video
576i
BSQUEEZE
Outputs a horizontally compressed image
while maintaining its original height.
Supports connection between your
camcorder and a TV with a component
input jack that supports the 576i format.
LETTER BOX
B1080i/576i
Supports connection between your
camcorder and a TV with a component
input jack that supports the 1080i format.
Outputs an image with black bars added to
the top and bottom of the original image,
while maintaining the original aspect ratio.
EDGE CROP
Outputs the central portion of the original
image by cropping its right and left edges.
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b Notes
x SD-SDI SET
• When you set [HDV t DV CONV] to [ON]
during 4-channel audio recording on an HDV
device, only audio in the channel selected in
[DOWN CONV AU] is outputted from the
HDV/DV (i.LINK) jack.
• For i.LINK connection, see [VCR HDV/DV]
(p. 80).
• Disconnect the i.LINK cable before setting
[i.LINK SET]. Otherwise, the connected video
device may not be able to recognize the video
signal from your camcorder.
VIDEO INDEX
Adds a video index signal that includes
information on aspect ratio and signal
format to SDI output signals. The default
setting is [ON].
RP188 ATC
Adds an Ancillary Time Code (ATC) to
the SDI output signal. The default setting
is [ON].
• Even when you select [CH3,CH4] during
HDV2CH recording, only audio in CH1 and
CH2 will be outputted from the HDV/DV
(i.LINK) jack.
VITC LINESEL
Selects the vertical blanking interval line
of the SD video signal, in which the
vertical interval time code (VITC) is
recorded, between 9 and 22. The default
setting is 19.
EXT REC CTRL
You can connect your camcorder to an
HDV/DVCAM/DV compatible device
(digital HD video camera recorder, digital
video camera recorder, hard disc recorder,
etc.) with an i.LINK cable, and record
movies on your camcorder and the
connected device simultaneously, or
continue recording from your camcorder to
the connected device.
i.LINK SET
x HDV t DV CONV
When you set this function to [ON], you can
convert HDV format signals to DV format
signals and output the DV format signals to an
external device via the HDV/DV (i.LINK)
jack. You can output DV format signals
without any format conversion. The default
setting is [OFF].
Refer also to the instruction manuals
supplied with the connecting devices.
x DOWN CONVERT
x REC CTL MODE
You can set a down convert type when you
set [HDV t DV CONV] to [ON] to
convert HDV format signals to DV format
signals.
BOFF
Does not record on a connected device.
SYNCHRONOUS (
)
BSQUEEZE
Outputs a horizontally compressed image
while maintaining its original height.
Records movies, sound and time code on a
connected device in synchronization with
your camcorder.
EDGE CROP
Outputs the central portion of the original
image by cropping its right and left edges.
RELAY (
)
Records movies, sound and time code on a
connected device when a tape on your
camcorder reaches close to the end during
recording.
x DOWN CONV AU
BCH1,CH2
Outputs audio signals from CH1 and CH2.
EXT ONLY (
)
You can operate an external recording
unit* with the REC START/STOP button
of your camcorder.
CH3,CH4
Outputs audio signals from CH3 and CH4.
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(TC/UB SET) menu
(TC PRESET/UB PRESET/TC LINK, etc.)
Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
MENU t select the
(IN/OUT REC)
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
The default settings are marked with B.
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected.
*HVR-MRC1(supplied) or HVR-DR60
(optional)
See page 62 for details on selecting
menu items.
Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
b Notes
• When this function is set to [EXT ONLY],
does not flash even when there is no tape
inserted.
• You can use the REC START/STOP button of
your camcorder as a recording start/stop button
for the external recording unit when you set this
function to [EXT ONLY]. Use the REC button
recording on a tape or the STOP button to stop
recording.
MENU t select the
(TC/UB SET)
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
TC PRESET
x PRESET
You can preset the time code.
1 Select [TC PRESET] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
2 Select [PRESET] with the SEL/PUSH
•
(EXT ONLY) flashes when you
connect an external recording unit that is not
supported by [EXT ONLY].
EXEC dial.
x STBY COMMAND
3 Select the first 2 digits with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
You can set the time code between
00:00:00:00 and 23:59:59:24.
BREC PAUSE
Stops recording operation of a connected
device by putting it in pause when you stop
recording operation of your camcorder.
4 Set other digits by repeating step 3.
5 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial.
STOP
Stops recording operation of a connected
device when you stop recording operation
of your camcorder.
x RESET
You can reset the time code (00:00:00:00).
Select [RESET] in step 1 of the
[PRESET].
TC COUNTUP
You can increment the hour of time code by
1 and reset the minute, second and frame of
time code when you execute this function.
b Notes
• This function is available only when you set
[TC MAKE] to [PRESET].
UB PRESET
x PRESET
You can preset the user bit.
1 Select [UB PRESET] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
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2 Select [PRESET] with the SEL/PUSH
1 Insert a tape to the main camcorder from
EXEC dial.
which you want to generate the time code.
3 Select the first 2 digits with the SEL/PUSH
2 Set the CAMERA/VCR switches of the
EXEC dial.
main and sub camcorders to CAMERA.
4 Set other digits by repeating step 3.
3 Connect the sub camcorder to the main
camcorder with an i.LINK cable.
5 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial.
4 Set the main and sub camcorder as follows:
x RESET
You can reset the user bit (00 00 00 00).
Select [RESET] in step 1 of the
[PRESET].
Set the sub camcorders as follows:
5 Select [TC/UB SET] t [TC LINK] with
the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
6 The message [Synchronize TC with
connected device?] appears. Select [YES]
to synchronize the time code of the sub
camcorder with that of the main camcorder.
Disconnect the i.LINK cable from your
camcorders when synchronization is
completed. You can record with the
synchronized time codes using those
camcorders.
TC RUN
You can select how the time code advances.
BREC RUN
Advances the time code only during
recording.
Select this setting to record the time code
continuous from the last time code of the
previous recording.
b Notes
FREE RUN
Advances the time code regardless of
operation of your camcorder.
• If you want to execute [TC LINK] for more than
two camcorders, repeat the steps for multiple
sub camcorders with one main camcorder.
• Some frame shifting may occur over time after
time code synchronization.
Select this setting to save the actual time in
the time code.
• Some frame shifting may occur if you turn the
power off and back on. In such a case, set [TC
LINK] again.
TC MAKE
BREGENERATE
UB TIME REC
Reads the last time code of the previous
recording from the tape and records the
new time code consecutively from the last
time code during the backspace editing.
The time code runs in [REC RUN] mode
regardless of the setting of [TC RUN].
BOFF
Does not save the actual time in the user
bit code.
ON
Saves the actual time in the user bit code.
PRESET
Records the newly set time code on the
tape.
UB-DATE/TC-TIME
You can save the date and time set in your
camcorder in the user bit and time code,
respectively, when you do this function.
TC LINK
You can synchronize the time codes of
multiple camcorders.
This function is useful for editing movies
recorded by multiple camcorders.
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(MEMORY SET)
Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
MENU t select the
(TC/UB SET)
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
menu
Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo” (ALL
ERASE/FORMAT, etc.)
b Notes
• This function is available in the following cases:
– [TC MAKE] : [PRESET]
– [TC RUN] : [FREE RUN]
The default settings are marked with B.
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected.
See page 62 for details on selecting
menu items.
– [UB TIME REC] : [OFF]
• The time lag may occur between the set time
code and the actual time as time goes on. Do
[UB-DATE/TC-TIME] again prior to recording.
Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
• The date saved in the user bit will not be
automatically updated even when the actual date
has been changed.
MENU t select the
(MEMORY
SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
ALL ERASE
You can delete all the still images without
image protection on a “Memory Stick Duo”
or in the selected folder.
1 Select [ALL FILES] or [CURRENT
FLDR].
[ALL FILES]: Deletes all the images on
the “Memory Stick Duo.”
[CURRENT FLDR]: Deletes all the
images in the currently selected folder.
2 Select [YES] t [YES] with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial.
[
Erasing all data...] appears.
[Completed.] appears when all unprotected
images are deleted.
b Notes
• Release the write protect tab on the “Memory
Stick Duo” beforehand for the “Memory Stick
• The folder will not be deleted even when you
delete all the images in the folder.
• Do not do any of the following while [
Erasing all data...] is displayed:
– Operate the POWER switch/buttons.
– Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”
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FORMAT
REC FOLDER (Recording folder)
You do not need to format the “Memory
Stick Duo” since it is already formatted at
the factory. If you want to format the
“Memory Stick Duo,” select
You can select a folder in which you want
to store still images.
Select the folder with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
[YES]t[YES].
z Tips
b Notes
• Do not do any of the following while [
Formatting…] is displayed:
– Operate the POWER switch/buttons.
– Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”
• The still images will be stored in the
101MSDCF folder by default.
• Once you store the still images in the current
folder, the folder is selected as a playback
folder.
• Formatting erases everything on the “Memory
Stick Duo” including protected image data and
newly created folders.
PB FOLDER (Playback folder)
You can select a folder in which still
images you want to view are stored.
Select the folder with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
FILE NO.
BSERIES
Assigns file numbers in sequence even if
the “Memory Stick Duo” is replaced with
another one. The file number is reset when
a new folder is created or the recording
folder is replaced with another.
RESET
Resets the file number to 0001 each time
the “Memory Stick Duo” is changed.
NEW FOLDER
When you select [YES], you can create a
new folder (102MSDCF to 999MSDCF) on
a “Memory Stick Duo.” When a folder is
full (a maximum of 9,999 images are
stored), a new folder is automatically
created.
b Notes
• You cannot delete the new folder once you have
created it on your camcorder. Format the
“Memory Stick Duo” (p. 87) or delete it on your
computer.
• The number of recordable pictures on a
“Memory Stick Duo” may decrease as the
number of folders increases.
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(OTHERS) menu
Settings while recording on a tape or other
basic settings (QUICK REC/BEEP, etc.)
Duo” or [CAMERA] to save it in your
camcorder.
3 Select [NEW FILE] or an existing
profile name with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
4 Select [YES] in the check screen with
the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
The camera profile is saved.
The default settings are marked with B.
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected.
menu items.
Push the MENU/STATUS switch to
MENU t select the
(OTHERS) with
the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
z Tips
• When you select [NEW FILE] in [MEMORY
STICK], a camera profile is saved as [MS01]
the fist time you save a camera profile.
• When you select [NEW FILE] in [CAMERA], a
camera profile is saved as [CAM1] or [CAM2].
• When you select an existing camera profile, the
new camera profile is overwritten.
• You cannot view nor edit a camera profile saved
on a “Memory Stick Duo” on your computer.
CAMERA PROF. (Camera profile)
You can save up to 99 camera setting
profiles on a “Memory Stick Duo” and two
profiles in your camcorder. Using these
saved profiles let you quickly obtain
suitable camera settings later. When using
multiple camcorders of this model, you can
save the setting on a “Memory Stick Duo”
and load them into the other camcorders.
• You can save a camera profile on a “Memory
Stick Duo” that has still image data.
x To change the camera profile name
You can change the camera profile name.
z Tips
• You can save menu settings, picture profiles and
button settings as a camera profile.
1 Select [PROFILE NAME] with the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
2 Select the camera profile of which you
want to change the name with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial.
[PROFILE NAME] screen appears.
3 Change the profile name with the SEL/
x To load a camera profile
You can load a camera profile and use it on
your camcorder.
1 Select [LOAD] with SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial.
2 Select the camera profile that you want
PUSH EXEC dial.
to load with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
z Tips
3 Select [YES] in the check screen.
Your camcorder is restarted and the
selected camera profile becomes
effective.
• You can enter the name in the same way
4 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
Profile name is changed.
b Notes
• You cannot load camera profile that has been
saved by a different model of camcorder or
edited on a computer.
x To delete camera profile settings
1 Select [DELETE] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
x To save a camera profile
2 Select the camera profile you want to
delete with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
1 Select [SAVE] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
3 Select [YES] on the check screen.
2 Select [MEMORY STICK] with the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to save the
camera profile on the “Memory Stick
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x To copy a camera profile
You can copy camera profile saved on your
camcorder to a “Memory Stick Duo.”
PB ZOOM (Playback zoom)
When you set this function to [ON], you
can enlarge movie images about 1.1 to 5
times (still images about 1.5 to 5 times)
with the handle zoom lever. The default
setting is [OFF]. To end the zoom, press
and hold the W side of the handle zoom
lever until it stops.
1 Select [COPY] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
2 Select the camera profile that you want
to copy with the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial.
3 Select [MEMORY STICK] or
[CAMERA] for a “Memory Stick Duo”
or your camcorder as a copy destination
of the camera profile.
4 Select [NEW FILE] or an existing
profile name with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.
z Tips
• To move the zoom horizontally, press the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial, then turn the dial. To move
the zoom vertically, press the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial one more time, then turn the dial.
5 Select [YES] on the check screen.
QUICK REC
z Tips
You can slightly reduce the recording start
point time when resuming recording by
changing the POWER switch from OFF to
ON.
• You can copy a camera profile saved on a
“Memory Stick Duo” to your camcorder.
ASSIGN BTN
BOFF
It takes some time to restart recording from
the state that the drum has stopped
rotating, but the transition from the last
recorded scene is smooth.
CLOCK SET
ON (
)
The time shortens slightly until recording
restarts from the state that the drum has
stopped rotating, but the transition from
the last recorded scene may not be smooth.
Select this when you do not want to miss a
recording chance.
WORLD TIME
When you use your camcorder abroad, you
can adjust the clock to the local time by
setting the time difference with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial.
When you set the time difference to 0, the
clock returns to the original setting.
z Tips
• When this function is set to [ON], the interval
between scenes freezes for a moment (editing on
your computer is recommended).
LANGUAGE
• When the camcorder is left in standby for more
than about 3 minutes, your camcorder exits from
standby (the drum stops rotating) to prevent tape
wear and battery loss. Since the power does not
turn off, you can restart recording by pressing
the REC START/STOP button again.
You can select the language to be used on
the LCD screen.
z Tips
• Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]]
(simplified English) in case that you cannot find
your native tongue among the options.
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Push the MENU/STATUS switch to MENU t select the
PUSH EXEC dial.
(OTHERS) with the SEL/
DATE REC
HOURS METER
BOFF
You can display the cumulative operation
time of your camcorder with the total hours
of operation, drum rotation, tape running, or
the total number of tape unthreading
operations.
Does not superimpose the date and time on
images.
ON
Superimposes the date and time on images.
OPERATION
Displays the total hours of operation in 10-
hour increments.
z Tips
• When [DV WIDE REC] is set to [OFF], the date
and time are displayed outside the 4:3 area but
properly recorded on images.
DRUM RUN
Displays the total hours of drum rotation in
10-hour increments.
• When you record in the HDV format, the date
and time are displayed at different positions
during recording and playback.
TAPE RUN
Displays the total hours of tape running in
10-hour increments.
BEEP
BOFF
THREADING
Cancels the melody.
Displays the total number of tape
unthreading operation in 10-operation
increments.
ON
Activates a melody when you start/stop
recording.
REC LAMP[R] (Recording lamp
[rear])
When you set this function to [OFF], you
can turns off the rear camera recording
lamp during recording. The default setting
is [ON].
BATTERY TYPE
You can select the battery type to
accurately display the remaining power of
the battery installed.
BL SERIES
Select when using an L-series battery pack.
GL SERIES
Select when using a GL-series battery
pack.
ANTON/BAUER
Select when using an ANTON/BAUER
battery pack.
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Dubbing/Editing
Recording pictures from a VCR
You can record pictures from a VCR on a
HDV1080i
compatible device
AVdevicewith
i.LINK jack
tape. You can record a scene as a still image
on a “Memory Stick Duo.” You can record
pictures in the HDV format by connecting
an HDV1080i specification compatible
device. Be sure to insert a cassette or a
“Memory Stick Duo” for recording in your
camcorder beforehand.
t HD quality
t SD quality
You can connect your camcorder to a VCR
device using an i.LINK cable.
To i.LINK connector
Connect your camcorder to the wall socket
using the optional AC Adaptor for this
instruction manuals supplied with the
devices to be connected.
: Signal
flow
b Notes
i.LINK cable
(optional)
• You need an i.LINK cable for this operation.
• You cannot perform this operation with the
video and audio cable.
• Your camcorder has a 6-pin i.LINK terminal.
Select a cable that fits the terminal on the device
to be attached.
HDV/DV
• Your camcorder can only record from a PAL
source. For example, French video or TV
programs (SECAM) cannot be recorded
systems.
To HDV/
DV interface
(i.LINK)
• If you use a 21-pin adaptor to input PAL source,
you need a dual direction 21-pin adaptor
(optional).
* An i.LINK jack which is compatible with
HDV1080i specification is required.
Recording movies
1
2
Set the CAMERA/VCR switch to
VCR.
Set the input signal of your
camcorder.
Set [VCR HDV/DV] to [AUTO] when
recording from an HDV format
compatible device.
Set [VCR HDV/DV] to [DV] or
[AUTO] when recording from a
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Recording pictures from a VCR (Continued)
DVCAM (DV) format compatible
8
Press x (STOP) to stop
recording.
3
Connect your VCR as a player to
your camcorder.
b Notes
• You cannot record TV programs from the
HDV/DV interface (i.LINK).
• User bits are not recorded when dubbing from a
DVCAM (DV) device via an i.LINK cable.
• You can record pictures from DV devices only
in the DVCAM (DV) format.
• Note the following when connecting with an
i.LINK cable:
When an i.LINK cable is connected, the
format of the input signal (
or
) will be
indicated on the LCD screen of your
camcorder (This indicator may appear
on the screen of the playback device but
it will not be recorded).
– The recorded picture becomes rough when a
picture is paused on your camcorder while
recording to a VCR.
– You cannot record the picture and sound
separately.
– If you pause or stop the recording and restart
it, the picture may not be recorded smoothly.
• If video signals inputted to your camcorder via
the HDV/DV jack experience the
4
5
Insert a cassette into the VCR.
Set your camcorder to recording
pause.
While pressing X (PAUSE), press both
z REC (record) buttons
simultaneously.
phenomenon of jittering (variation in
frequency), that jittering is transmitted to the
video signals outputted from the COMPONENT
OUT jack and A/V OUT jack. When you
monitor a movie on a TV connected to your
camcorder via the COMPONENT OUT jack or
A/V OUT jack, images may be distorted or not
be displayed. Jittering will not affect recording
of the movie on a tape with your camcorder but
may affect recording of the movie with another
VCR connected to your camcorder via the
COMPONENT OUT jack or A/V OUT jack.
REC
F
PAUSE SLO
LO
CK
z Tips
• When a 4:3 video signal is input, it appears with
black bands on the right and left sides on the
screen of your camcorder.
6
7
Start playing the cassette on your
VCR.
Recording still images
Be sure to insert a “Memory Stick Duo” for
recording in your camcorder beforehand,
and assign [PHOTO] to any of ASSIGN
buttons (p. 48).
The picture played on the VCR appears
on the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Press X (PAUSE) again at the
point you want to start recording.
1
Perform steps 1 to 4 in
“Recording movies.”
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Copying movies on a
tape to a computer
Connect your camcorder to the computer
with an i.LINK cable.
2
3
Start playing the cassette.
The computer needs to have an i.LINK
connector and be installed with editing
software that can copy video signals.
The software required depends on the
format of the recorded pictures and the
format for copying to the computer (HDV
or DVCAM (DV)) as shown in the table
below.
The pictures on the VCR appear on the
screen of your camcorder.
Press the ASSIGN button to
which [PHOTO] is assigned at the
scene you want to record.
Format for
Recorded
copying to
Required software
format
the computer
b Notes
Editing software
capable of
copying HDV
signal
• The image size is 1.2M when capturing a still
image from a movie recorded and played back
in the HDV format. The image size is 0.2M
when capturing a still image from a movie
recorded and played back in the DVCAM (DV)
and widescreen (16:9) formats, or VGA (0.3M)
when the movie is recorded and played back in
the DVCAM (DV) and 4:3 formats.
HDV
HDV
Editing software
DVCAM capable of
(DV) copying DVCAM
HDV
(DV) signal
Editing software
DVCAM
(DV)
DVCAM capable of
(DV) copying DVCAM
(DV) signal
b Notes
• The HDV/DV jack of your camcorder does
not have a power-supply function.
• You cannot copy movies using a USB cable.
• Refer to the operating instructions of the
software for the details on image copying.
• Refer to the operating instructions of the editing
software for the recommended connection.
• Some editing software on the computer may not
work correctly.
• You cannot change format DVCAM (DV) to
HDV.
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Copying movies on a tape to a computer (Continued)
The required menu settings vary depending
Step:1 Connect an i.LINK cable
on the recorded images and the format
(HDV or DVCAM (DV)) to be copied to
the computer.
Format for
Recorded
copying to
Menu setting*
format
the computer
HDV/DV
interface (i.LINK)
[VCR HDV/DV]
t [HDV]
HDV/DV
HDV
HDV
[i.LINK SET] t
[HDV t DV
CONV] t [OFF]
i.LINK cable
(optional)
[VCR HDV/DV]
t [HDV]
[i.LINK SET] t
[HDV t DV
CONV] t [ON]
DVCAM
(DV)
HDV
[VCR HDV/DV]
t [DV]
[i.LINK SET] t
[HDV t DV
CONV] t [OFF]
Notes on connecting to the computer
DVCAM
(DV)
DVCAM
(DV)
• Connect the i.LINK cable to the computer first,
then to your camcorder. Connecting in the
opposite order may cause static electricity to
build up, resulting in a malfunction of your
camcorder.
• The computer may freeze or may not recognize
the signal from your camcorder in the following
situations.
– Connecting your camcorder to a computer
that does not support the video signal formats
appearing on the LCD screen of your
z Tips
• To copy HDV format images as they are
without changing their format, an HDV
compatible environment is required.
For details, refer to your software instruction
manual or contact the software manufacturer.
camcorder display (HDV or DVCAM (DV)).
• To play movies by a regular DVD player, you
need to create DVD video in the SD format. The
DVD video is not in the HDV format.
– Changing the settings in [VCR HDV/DV]
– Changing [REC FORMAT] setting while
connected with an i.LINK cable with the
CAMERA/VCR switch set to CAMERA
– Changing the CAMERA/VCR switch
position while connected with an i.LINK
cable.
• The format (HDV or DVCAM (DV)) of input/
output signal appears on the LCD screen of your
camcorder while connected with an i.LINK
cable.
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When copying the movie in the
DVCAM (DV) format from the
computer to your camcorder
Step:2 Copying the movies
Use the optional AC Adaptor to obtain AC
1 Prepare editing software (not provided).
2 Turn on your computer.
3 Insert a tape into your camcorder and set
the CAMERA/VCR switch to VCR.
4 Set the menu of your camcorder.
The menu settings vary depending on
the copying image.
5 Copy images to the computer with your
software.
b Notes
• If images are copied in HDV format but are not
recognized, your editing software may not
support HDV format. Convert the images to
DVCAM (DV) format according to step 4 and
copy again.
• A tape recorded in DVCAM (DV) format
cannot be copied to a computer in HDV format.
z Tips
• When images recorded in HDV format are
copied to a computer, the file size is about 2GB
(almost the same as a DV file) for a 10-minute
movie if the video compression format is
MPEG2.
When copying the movie in the HDV
format from the computer to your
camcorder
Set [VCR HDV/DV] to [HDV] and [HDV
t DV CONV] of [i.LINK SET] to [OFF]
b Notes
• To copy an HDV format movie edited on a
computer back onto a tape in HDV format is
possible so long as your editing software
supports copying HDV movies onto tape. For
details, contact the software manufacturer.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the
problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer.
• Power sources/LCD screen···p. 96
• Cassette tapes/“Memory Stick Duo”···p. 97
• Recording···p. 97
• Playback···p. 101
• Connecting to TV···p. 102
• Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other devices···p. 103
• Connecting to a computer···p. 103
Power sources/LCD screen
The power does not turn on or abruptly turns off.
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket or remove the battery pack, then reconnect
it after about 1 minute.
The camcorder gets warm.
• The camcorder may get warmer while you use it. This is not a malfunction.
The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.
• Ambient temperature is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough.
This is not a malfunction.
• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn-out. Replace
• The indicated time may not be correct in certain circumstances. For example, when you open
or close the LCD panel, it takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery time.
The battery pack discharges too quickly.
• Ambient temperature is too high or low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough.
This is not a malfunction.
• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn-out. Replace
The picture remains on the LCD screen.
• This occurs if you disconnect the DC plug or remove the battery pack without turning off the
power first. This is not a malfunction.
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The picture in the viewfinder is not clear.
Cassette tapes/“Memory Stick Duo”
The cassette cannot be ejected from the compartment.
The Cassette Memory indicator or title display does not appear while using a
cassette with Cassette Memory.
• This camcorder does not support Cassette Memory, so the indicator does not appear.
The remaining tape indicator is not displayed.
• Set [
You cannot delete pictures or format the “Memory Stick Duo.”
• The pictures are protected. Release the protect function on your computer, etc.
Recording
The recording does not start when you press the REC START/STOP button.
• The tape has reached the end. Rewind it, or insert a new cassette.
• The tape is stuck to the drum due to moisture condensation. Remove the cassette and leave
• Set [REC CTL MODE] of [EXT REC CTRL] to other than [EXT ONLY] (p. 83).
The handle zoom does not work.
You cannot record on the “Memory Stick Duo.”
• Assign [PHOTO] to an ASSIGN button (p. 48).
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is full. Delete unnecessary pictures recorded on the “Memory Stick
• You cannot record still images on the “Memory Stick Duo” in the following cases.
– While executing [FADER]
– While executing [SMTH SLW REC]
– When the shutter speed is set to slower than 1/50
– While using shot transition
– When [SCAN TYPE] is set to [25]
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Troubleshooting (Continued)
You cannot record a smooth transition on a tape from the last recorded scene
to the next.
• Do not record progressive pictures in different [REC TYPE] settings on the same tape.
• Do not remove the cassette (the picture will be recorded continuously without a break even
when you turn the power off).
• Do not record pictures in the HDV and DVCAM (DV) formats on the same tape.
• Do not record pictures in DVCAM mode and DV SP mode on the same tape.
The shutter sound is not heard when you record a still image.
• No shutter sound will be outputted during movie recording or while an external device is
connected.
End search or last scene review does not work.
• There is nothing recorded on the cassette.
• There is a blank section between recorded sections of the tape. This is not a malfunction.
Auto focus does not function.
• Set the focus ring to mode B and press the ASSIGN button to which [FOCUS] is assigned
Menu items are grayed out or do not work.
• You cannot select grayed out display items in the current recording/playback situation.
• There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously. The following list shows
examples of unworkable combinations of functions and menu items.
Cannot use
Situation
[BACK LIGHT],
[SPOTLIGHT]
Two or more of iris, gain, and shutter speed are set manually.
[AE SHIFT]
Iris, gain, and shutter speed are all set manually.
During [BACK LIGHT]
[CNTRST ENHCR]
[FADER]
No tape is inserted.
[D.EXTENDER]
[REC TYPE] of [HDV PROGRE.] is set to [PROGRESSIVE].
[REC TYPE] of [HDV PROGRE.] is set to [INTERLACE] and
[SCAN TYPE] is set to [25].
[SCAN TYPE] of [DV PROGRE.] is set to [25].
[ZEBRA], [PEAKING],
[CAM DATA DSP],
[HISTOGRAM]
The OUTPUT/DCC switch is set to BARS.
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Cannot use
Situation
[SMTH SLW REC]
[REC TYPE] of [HDV PROGRE.] is set to [PROGRESSIVE].
[REC TYPE] of [HDV PROGRE.] is set to [INTERLACE] and
[SCAN TYPE] is set to [25].
[SCAN TYPE] of [DV PROGRE.] is set to [25].
[REC CTL MODE] of [EXT REC CTRL] is set to [EXT
ONLY].
The OUTPUT/DCC switch is set to BARS.
[MARKER]
During [DATE REC]
[FOCUS MACRO]
A Carl Zeiss lens is mounted, and the focus ring is set to
mode B.
A Carl Zeiss lens is not mounted.
[STEADYSHOT],
[FLANGE BACK]
A Carl Zeiss lens is not mounted.
[TC LINK]
Your camcorder is not connected to an external device via an
i.LINK cable.
[TC COUNTUP]
[TC MAKE] is set to [REGENERATE].
[UB-DATE/TC-TIME]
[TC MAKE] is set to [REGENERATE].
[TC RUN] is set to [REC RUN].
[UB TIME REC] is set to [ON].
Date and time are not set.
[WORLD TIME], [DATE Date and time are not set.
REC]
[x.v.Color]
[REC FORMAT] is set to [DV].
[INTERVAL REC]
[REC CTL MODE] of [EXT REC CTRL] is set to [EXT
ONLY].
[REC TYPE] of [HDV PROGRE.] is set to [PROGRESSIVE].
[REC TYPE] of [HDV PROGRE.] is set to [INTERLACE] and
[SCAN TYPE] is set to [25].
[SCAN TYPE] of [DV PROGRE.] is set to [25].
[DV FRAME REC]
[EXT REC CTRL]
[REC CTL MODE] of [EXT REC CTRL] is set to [EXT
ONLY].
During [SMTH SLW REC]
During [INTERVAL REC]
During [DV FRAME REC]
Shutter speed, gain, white balance or iris cannot be adjusted manually.
• Set the CAMERA MODE switch to MANUAL.
Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the screen.
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The subjects passing by the frame very fast appear crooked.
• This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Because of the way that
the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the subjects passing by the frame
rapidly might appear crooked depending on the recording conditions.
The screen picture is bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen.
• Set [BACK LIGHT] to [OFF].
• Set [HYPER GAIN] to [OFF].
The screen picture is dark, and the subject does not appear on the screen.
Horizontal stripes appear on the image.
• This occurs when recording pictures under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury
Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.
The beginning of the recording looks dark when the video light comes on
linked to the start of movie recording (when the LIGHT MAN/AUTO switch is set
to AUTO).
• The light volume may not be stable immediately after the light comes on.
• The light does not come on during data writing in the cache memory of an external recording
unit.
• Set the LIGHT MAN/AUTO switch to MAN and turn on the light before recording starts.
The video light does not come on.
• Set the video light switch to ON.
• The video light does not come on during the following kinds of recording when the LIGHT
MAN/AUTO switch is set to AUTO:
– DV frame recording
– Smooth slow recording
– Interval recording
– Recording by a VCR
Fine patterns flicker, diagonal lines look jagged.
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Playback
If you are playing back pictures stored on a “Memory Stick Duo,” refer also to the Cassette
You cannot play back tape.
• Set the POWER switch to ON and the CAMERA/VCR switch to VCR.
Image data stored on a “Memory Stick Duo” cannot be played back correctly.
• Image data cannot be played back if you have modified file names or folders, or have edited
• Pictures recorded on other devices may not be played back correctly. This is not a
malfunction.
The data file name is displayed incorrectly, or flashing.
• The file is damaged.
• Only the file name is displayed if the directory structure does not conform to the universal
standard.
Horizontal lines appear on the picture. The displayed pictures are not clear or
do not appear.
You cannot hear the sound recorded with 4CH microphone recording on your
camcorder.
• Confirm the setting of AUDIO MONITOR switch (p. 47).
No sound or only a low sound is heard.
• Pictures recorded using [SMTH SLW REC] do not have sounds.
The picture or sound breaks off.
• The tape was recorded in both of the HDV and DVCAM (DV) formats. This is not a
malfunction.
The movies freeze for a while, or the sound breaks off.
• Use the Sony standard size DV or mini DV cassette tape.
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Troubleshooting (Continued)
“---” is displayed on the screen.
• The tape you are playing back was recorded without setting the date and time.
• A blank section on the tape is being played back.
• The data code on a tape with a scratch or noise cannot be read.
• A movie recorded in the extended clear scan (ECS) mode is being played back.
• When a non-Carl Zeiss lens is attached, the iris value cannot be displayed.
• The tape you are playing back was recorded with the gain value set to -6dB.
• The tape you are playing back was recorded with [HYPER GAIN] set to [ON].
Noises appear and
or
is displayed on the screen.
• The tape was recorded in a TV color system other than that of your camcorder (PAL). This is
not a malfunction.
Date Search does not work correctly.
• Be sure to record more than 2 minutes after the date changed. If one day’s recording is too
short, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes.
• There is a blank section between recorded sections of the tape. This is not a malfunction.
No picture appears during End search, Rec review or Last scene review.
• The tape was recorded in both HDV and DVCAM (DV) formats. This is not a malfunction.
appears on the LCD screen.
• This appears when you play back a tape recorded on other recording devices using a 4ch
microphone.
Connecting to TV
You cannot view the picture on the TV connected with the i.LINK cable.
• You cannot view the picture in the HD (high definition) quality on the TV if an i.LINK jack
manuals supplied with your TV.
• Down convert the pictures recorded in HDV format and play back in DVCAM (DV) format
You cannot hear the sound on the TV connected with the S VIDEO plug
(S VIDEO channel) or component video plug.
• If you are using an S VIDEO plug or component video plug, make sure the audio cable is also
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You cannot view the picture or hear the sound on the TV connected with the
component video cable.
You cannot output S video output or video output signals.
• Set the VIDEO OUT switch to COMPOSITE (p. 60).
Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other devices
Pictures from connected devices cannot be zoomed.
• You cannot zoom pictures from connected devices on your camcorder.
Time code and other information appear on the display of the connected
device.
You cannot dub correctly using the video and audio cables.
• The video and audio cables are not connected properly.
Make sure that the video and audio cable is connected to the input jack of the other device for
dubbing a picture from your camcorder.
When connected using an i.LINK cable, no picture appears on the monitor
screen during dubbing.
You cannot add sound to the recorded tape.
• You cannot add sound to the recorded tape on this unit.
When you copy a movie shot in wide (16:9) format using an i.LINK cable, the
screen stretches vertically.
• You cannot output the aspect ratio setting using an i.LINK cable. Set the aspect ratio of the
TV instead.
• Connect using video and audio cables instead.
Connecting to a computer
The computer does not recognize your camcorder.
• Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again securely.
• Disconnect the cable from the computer, restart the computer, then connect the computer to
your camcorder correctly.
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Troubleshooting (Continued)
You cannot view or copy a movie recorded on a tape to a computer.
• Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again.
• You need the editing software (optional) to copy a movie recorded on a tape to your computer
Your computer freezes.
• Set [VCR HDV/DV] correctly according to the connected device (p. 80).
• Disconnect the cable from your computer and camcorder. Reboot your computer, and
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Warning indicators and messages
Self-diagnosis display/Warning
indicators
E (Battery level warning)
• The battery pack is nearly used up.
• Depending on the operating,
environment, or battery conditions, E
may flash, even if there are
approximately 5 to 10 minutes
remaining.
When an error occurs, a warning indicator
appears on the LCD screen or in the
viewfinder, or the WARNING lamp turns
on or flashes.
You can fix some problems associated with
the symptoms yourself. If the problem
persists even after you have tried a couple
of times, contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility.
% (Moisture condensation warning)*
• Eject the cassette, remove the power
source, and then leave it for about 1
C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis
display)
Q (Warning indicators pertaining to
the tape)
C:21:ss
Slow flashing:
• There is less than 5 minutes remaining
on the tape.
• Moisture condensation has occurred.
Remove the cassette and leave your
camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-
• No cassette is inserted.*
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is
C:22:ss
• Clean the head using a cleaning
Fast flashing:
• The tape has run out.*
C:31:ss / C:32:ss
• Symptoms that are not described above
have occurred. Remove and insert the
cassette, then operate your camcorder
again. Do not perform this procedure if
moisture condensation has occurred
Z (Eject cassette warning)*
Slow flashing:
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is
• Remove the power source. Reconnect it
and operate your camcorder again.
• Change the cassette. Press the RESET
camcorder again.
Fast flashing:
• Moisture condensation has occurred
(p. 112).
• The self-diagnosis display code is
E:61:ss / E:62:ss
• Contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility. Inform
them of the 5-digit code, which starts
from “E.”
melody when the warning indicators appear on
the screen.
Warning messages
101-1001(Warning indicator
pertaining to files)
If messages appear on the screen, follow the
instructions.
• The file is damaged.
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Additional Information
Maintenance and precautions
the next recording when you have played
back the tape.
HDV format and recording/
playback
Copyright signal
Your camcorder is capable of recording in
HDV/DVCAM/DV formats.
x When you play back
If the cassette you play back on your
camcorder contains copyright signals, you
cannot copy it to a tape in another video
camera connected to your camcorder.
It is recommended to use a cassette with the
or
mark to record in the HDV/
DVCAM/DV format.
It is recommended to use a cassette with the
mark to record in the DVCAM
format.
Your camcorder is not compatible with the
Cassette Memory function.
x When you record
You cannot record software on your
camcorder that contains copyright control
signals for copyright protection of software.
[Cannot record due to copyright
What is the HDV format?
protection.] appears on the LCD screen, or
on the viewfinder if you try to record such
software. Your camcorder does not record
copyright control signals on the tape when
it records.
The HDV format is a video format
developed to record and play back digital
high definition (HD) video signals on a DV
cassette.
Your camcorder adopts the Interlace mode
with 1,080 effective scan lines of screen
ruling (1080i, number of pixels 1,440 ×
1,080 dots).
Audio mode
The DVCAM format has 2 audio modes.
• You cannot dub sound onto a recorded tape with
your camcorder.
The video bit rate for recording is about 25
Mbps.
i.LINK is adopted for the digital interface,
enabling a digital connection with an HDV
compatible TV or computer.
x FS32K (12-bit) mode
Sound can be recorded in four 4 channels,
CH1, CH2, CH3 and CH4.
• HDV signals are compressed in MPEG2 format,
which is adopted in BS (broadcast satellite)
digital, terrestrial digital HDTV broadcastings,
in Blu-ray Disc recorders, etc.
You can monitor sounds by switching
outputs using the AUDIO MONITOR
switch. When the AUDIO MONITOR
switch is set to MIX, CH1 and CH3 sounds
are mixed and CH2 and CH4 sounds are
mixed.
Playback
• Your camcorder can play back pictures in both
the DVCAM (DV) format and HDV1080i
specification.
• Your camcorder can play back pictures recorded
in the HDV 720/30p format, but cannot output it
from the HDV/DV interface (i.LINK).
x FS48K (16-bit) mode
The original sound can be recorded in high
quality using 2 channels. The audio mode
can be indicated on the LCD screen or in
the viewfinder.
To prevent a blank section from being
created on the tape
Go to the end of the recorded section using
Notes on use
x When not using your camcorder for a
long time
Remove the cassette and store it.
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x To prevent accidental erasure
Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to
set it to SAVE.
On Sony HDV1080i compliant TVs
An HDV format compatible TV with the
component input jack is required to view
playback pictures recorded in the HDV
format.
REC: The cassette can be
recorded.
SAVE: The cassette cannot be
recorded (write-protected).
Compatibility of the DVCAM/DV
formats
REC
SAVE
The DVCAM format was developed as a
more reliable and higher-end format than
the consumer DV format. Explained here
are the differences, compatibility, and
limitations on editing for the DVCAM and
DV formats.
x When labeling the cassette
Be sure to place the label only on the
locations shown in the following
illustration so as not to cause a malfunction
of your camcorder.
Differences between the DVCAM and
DV formats
Do not put a label
along this border.
Specification
DVCAM
DV
TRACK
Pitch
15 µm
10 µm
Labeling position
Audio
sampling
frequency
12 bit:32
kHz
16 bit:48
kHz
12 bit:32 kHz
16 bit:48 kHz
44.1 kHz
x After using the cassette
Rewind the tape to the beginning to avoid
distortion of the picture or the sound. The
cassette should then be put in its case, and
stored in an upright position.
48 kHz
Audio
recording
mode*
Lock mode
Lock/Unlock
mode
x When cleaning the gold-plated
connector
* There are 2 modes for audio recording, lock
mode and unlock mode. In lock mode, the
sampling frequencies of audio and video are
synchronized. Therefore, lock mode is more
effective than unlock mode in digital
processing and smooth transition during audio
editing.
Generally, clean the gold-plated connector
on a cassette with a cotton-wool swab after
every 10 times it has been ejected.
If the gold-plated connector on the cassette
is dirty or dusty, the remaining tape
indicator may not show correctly.
Gold-plated connector
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Maintenance and precautions (Continued)
Mini DVCAM and mini DV cassettes
The recording format of the picture is
defined according to the recorder’s format
as described below.
Compatibility on editing using DV
jacks
When this camcorder is connected to other
digital video equipment using an i.LINK
cable, the recording format of edited tapes
is defined according to the source tape and
the recorder’s format as described below.
Playback or editing using the edited tape
may be limited depending on dubbing
operation. Start dubbing after reading
Recorder’s
format
Cassette’s
format
Recording
format
DVCAM
DVCAM
DV
DVCAM
DV
DVCAM
DV
DV
b Notes
Source
tape
Player’s
format
Recorder’s Recording
format format
• This camcorder complies with the DVCAM
format.Though mini DV cassettes can be used
for recording, we recommend you use mini
DVCAM cassettes to get the most out of the
high reliability of the DVCAM format.
• The recording time of mini DV cassettes is 1/3
shorter than that indicated on mini DV cassettes
when recorded in the DVCAM format.
DV
DVCAM DVCAM DVCAM 1)
formatted
(SP mode
only)
DV
DV
DV
formatted
DV
DVCAM DVCAM
DV DV
DVCAM DVCAM DVCAM DVCAM
formatted
Compatibility on playback
DV
DV
2)
Tape
On DV video
equipment
On DVCAM
video
DVCAM DV 3)
DVCAM DVCAM
equipment
formatted
2)
(Compatib
ility
DV
Can be
Can be
formatted
playback
played back
only when
recorded in
SP mode
depends
on
models.)
DV
DV
DVCAM
formatted
Can be
played back playback
on some
Can be
1) When using mini DVCAM video equipment to
perform DV dubbing of a tape recorded in DV
format, the tape produced will be in the
DVCAM format which the time code format
will be partly misadjusted. (there will be no
effect on the recorded picture except in certain
cases.)
equipment
2) If the tape that is to be dubbed is in the DVCAM
format as in 1), the tape produced will be in the
DVCAM format and the time code format will
be partly misadjusted.
3) Some mini DV video equipment may be able to
play back a DVCAM-formatted tape. Even if
the tape is played back, quality of the playback
cannot be guaranteed. The time code format will
be partly misadjusted.
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• Still image format: Your camcorder compresses
and records image data in the JPEG (Joint
Photographic Experts Group) format. The file
extension is “.JPG.”
b Notes
• If you use tapes as in 1) to 3) above for editing,
the functions may be limited regardless of the
format of players and recorders.
• A “Memory Stick Duo” formatted by a
computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have
guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder.
• Data read/write speed may vary depending on
the combination of the “Memory Stick Duo”
and “Memory Stick Duo” compliant product
you use.
Limitations on editing
You may find the following limitations
when editing a tape produced by dubbing or
editing using the HDV/DV Interface
(i.LINK) jack:
• You can prevent accidental erasure of images
when you slide the write-protect tab on the
“Memory Stick Duo” with a small tapered
object, to the write-protect position.
• Damaged or lost image data will not be
compensated for, and may occur in the
following cases:
– If you eject the “Memory Stick Duo,” turn the
power off on your camcorder, or remove the
battery pack for replacement while your
camcorder is reading or writing image files on
the “Memory Stick Duo” (while the access
lamp is lit or flashing).
• Due to the difference in track pitch, you cannot
record or edit on DV-formatted tapes using mini
DVCAM video equipment.
• Depending on the DVCAM video equipment
used, you may not be able to edit DVCAM
formatted tapes if the audio recording mode is
unlock mode. In this case, dub using audio/
video jacks.
About the “Memory Stick”
A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable
IC recording medium with a large data
capacity.
– If you use the “Memory Stick Duo” near
magnets or magnetic fields.
You can use the following types of
“Memory Stick” listed below on the
camcorder. However, we do not guarantee
the operation of all types of “Memory
Stick” on your camcorder. (See the list
below for more details.)
• It is recommended to make a back-up of
important data on the hard disk of a computer.
• Be careful not to apply excessive force when
writing on a memo area on a “Memory Stick
Duo.”
• Do not attach a label or the like on a “Memory
Stick Duo” or a Memory Stick Duo adaptor.
• When you carry or store a “Memory Stick Duo,”
put it in its case.
Recording
Types of “Memory Stick”
/Playback
“Memory Stick Duo”
(with MagicGate)
a
• Do not touch, or allow metallic objects to come
into contact with the terminals.
• Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to the
“Memory Stick Duo.”
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory
Stick Duo.”
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
a
a
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”
• This product does not support high speed data
transfer via a parallel interface.
• This product cannot record or play data that uses
“MagicGate” technology. “MagicGate” is a
copyright protection technology that records and
transfers the contents in an encrypted format.
• This product is compatible with “Memory Stick
Micro” (“M2”). “M2” is the abbreviation for the
“Memory Stick Micro.”
• Do not let the “Memory Stick Duo” get wet.
• Be careful to keep “Memory Stick Duo” media
out of the reach of small children. There is
danger that a child might swallow it.
• Do not insert anything other than a “Memory
Stick Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo slot.
Doing so may cause a malfunction.
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Maintenance and precautions (Continued)
• Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick Duo” in
the following locations:
On image data compatibility
• Image data files recorded on a “Memory Stick
Duo” by your camcorder conform to the
“Design rule for Camera File system” universal
standard established by the JEITA (Japan
Electronics and Information Technology
Industries Association).
– Places subject to extremely high temperature,
such as a car parked outside in the summer.
– Places under direct sunlight.
– Places with extremely high humidity or
subject to corrosive gases.
• On your camcorder, you cannot play back still
images recorded on other devices (DCR-
TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that do not
conform to the universal standard. (These
models are not sold in some regions.)
• If you cannot use a “Memory Stick Duo” that
has been used with another device, format it
formatting erases all information on the
“Memory Stick Duo.”
• You may not be able to play back images with
your camcorder:
– When playing back image data modified on
your computer.
x On the Memory Stick Duo adaptor
• When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with a
“Memory Stick” compliant device, make sure to
insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into a Memory
Stick Duo adaptor.
• When inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” into a
Memory Stick Duo adaptor, make sure the
“Memory Stick Duo” is inserted facing in the
correct direction, then insert it all the way in.
Note that improper use may cause a
malfunction. Also, if you force the “Memory
Stick Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo adaptor
in the wrong direction, it may be damaged.
• Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo adaptor
without a “Memory Stick Duo” attached. Doing
so may result in malfunctions of the unit.
– When playing back image data recorded with
other devices.
About storage of the battery pack
x On a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
• The maximum memory capacity of a “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” that can be used on your
camcorder is 8 GB.
• If the battery pack is not used for a long time,
fully charge the battery pack and use it up on
your camcorder once a year to maintain proper
function. To store the battery pack, remove it
from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool
place.
• To discharge the battery pack on your
camcorder completely, leave your camcorder in
tape recording standby until the power goes off
Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro”
• To use a “Memory Stick Micro” with the
camcorder, you need a Duo-sized M2 Adaptor.
Insert the “Memory Stick Micro” into the Duo-
sized M2 Adaptor, then insert the adaptor into
the Memory Stick Duo slot. If you insert a
“Memory Stick Micro” into the camcorder
without using a Duo-sized M2 Adaptor, you
might not be able to remove it from the
camcorder.
About battery life
• Battery capacity decreases over time and
through repeated use. If decreased usage time
between charges becomes significant, it is
probably time to replace it with a new one.
• Each battery’s life is governed by storage,
operating and environmental conditions.
• Do not leave the “Memory Stick Micro” within
the reach of small children. They might
accidentally swallow it.
About i.LINK
The HDV/DV (i.LINK) jack on your
camcorder is an i.LINK-compliant 6-pin
jack. This section describes the i.LINK
standard and its features.
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The baud rate may differ from the indicated
value when the unit is connected to a device
with a different maximum baud rate.
What is i.LINK?
i.LINK is a digital serial interface for
transferring digital video, digital audio, and
other data to other i.LINK-compatible
devices. You can also control other devices
using the i.LINK.
i.LINK-compatible devices can be
connected using an i.LINK cable. Possible
applications are operations and data
transactions with various digital AV
devices.
When two or more i.LINK-compatible
devices are daisy-chained with the unit,
operation becomes possible from any
device in the chain. Note that operation
method may vary, or data transactions may
not be possible, depending on specifications
and characteristics of the connected
devices.
* What is Mbps?
Mbps stands for “megabits per second,” or
the amount of data that can be sent or
received in one second. For example, a
baud rate of 100 Mbps means that 100
megabits of data can be sent in one second.
To use i.LINK functions on this unit
For details on how to dub when this unit is
connected to other video devices having an
This unit can also be connected to other
i.LINK-compatible devices made by Sony
(for example, a VAIO series personal
computer) as well as to video devices.
Some i.LINK compatible video devices,
such as Digital Televisions, DVD,
b Notes
• Normally, only one device can be connected to
this unit with an i.LINK cable. When
connecting this unit to an HDV/DV compatible
device having two or more HDV/DV
interfaces, refer to the operating instructions of
the device to be connected.
• i.LINK is a more familiar term for the IEEE
1394 data transport bus proposed by Sony, and
is a trademark approved by many corporations.
MICROMV or HDV recorders/players are
not compatible with this unit. Before
connecting to other devices, be sure to
confirm whether the device is compatible
with an HDV/DV device or not. For details
on precautions and compatible application
software, refer also to the operating
instructions for the device to be connected.
• IEEE 1394 is an international standard
standardized by the Institute of Electrical and
Electronics Engineers.
b Notes
• When connecting a device with an i.LINK
terminal to your camcorder via an i.LINK cable,
switch off the device and unplug it from the
power socket before plugging in or unplugging
the i.LINK cable.
About the i.LINK Baud rate
i.LINK’s maximum baud rate varies
according to the device. There are 3 types.
S100 (approx. 100Mbps*)
S200 (approx. 200Mbps)
S400 (approx. 400Mbps)
About x.v.Color
• x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the
x.v.YCC standard proposed by Sony, and
is a trademark of Sony.
The baud rate is listed under
“Specifications” in the operating
instructions of each piece of equipment. It
is also indicated near the i.LINK interface
on some devices.
• x.v.YCC is an international standard for
color space in video. This standard can
express a wider color range than the
currently used broadcast standard.
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Maintenance and precautions (Continued)
• Do not damage the mains lead such as by
placing anything heavy on it.
• Keep metal contacts clean.
• If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked,
About handling of your
camcorder
– consult your local authorized Sony service
facility.
– wash off any liquid that may have contacted
your skin.
– if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with
plenty of water and consult a doctor.
On use and care
• Do not use or store the camcorder and
accessories in the following locations.
– Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never leave
them exposed to temperatures above 60 °C
(140 °F), such as under direct sunlight, near
heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They
may malfunction or become deformed.
– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
– Near strong radio waves or radiation. The
camcorder may not be able to record properly.
– Near AM receivers and video equipment.
Noise may occur.
– On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand
or dust gets in your camcorder, it may
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
– Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD
screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may be
exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the
inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen.
– Anywhere very humid.
• Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery
pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories
recommended in these operating instructions.
• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,
from rain or sea water. If your camcorder gets
wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired.
• If any solid object or liquid gets inside the
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it
any further.
• Avoid rough handling, disassembling,
modifying, physical shock, or impact such as
hammering, dropping or stepping on the
product. Be particularly careful of the lens.
x When not using your camcorder for a
long time
• Periodically turn on the camcorder and play a
cassette for about 3 minutes.
• Use up the battery pack completely before
storing it.
Moisture condensation
If your camcorder is brought directly from a
cold place to a warm place, moisture may
condense inside your camcorder, on the
surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this
state, the tape may stick to the head drum
and be damaged or your camcorder may not
operate correctly. If there is moisture inside
your camcorder, [Moisture condensation.
Eject the cassette] or [Moisture
condensation. Turn off for 1H.] appears.
The indicator will not appear when the
moisture condenses on the lens.
x If moisture condensation has occurred
None of the functions except cassette
ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn
off your camcorder, and leave it for about
one hour with the cassette lid open. Your
camcorder can be used again when both of
the following conditions are met:
• The warning message does not appear when the
power is turned on.
• Neither % nor Z flashes when a cassette is
inserted and the video operation buttons are
pressed.
• Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF when
you are not using your camcorder.
If moisture starts to condense, your
camcorder sometimes cannot detect
condensation. If this happens, the cassette is
sometimes not ejected for 10 seconds after
the cassette lid is opened. This is not a
• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause
heat to build up inside.
• When disconnecting the mains lead, pull it by
the plug and not the lead.
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– Playback pictures do not move.
– Playback pictures do not appear.
– The sound breaks off.
malfunction. Do not close the cassette lid
until the cassette is ejected.
x Note on moisture condensation
Moisture may condense when you bring
your camcorder from a cold place into a
warm place (or vice versa) or when you use
your camcorder in a humid place as shown
below.
– [x
Dirty video head. Use a cleaning
cassette.] appears on the screen during
recording.
– The following phenomenon occurs in HDV
format.
• When you bring your camcorder from a ski
slope into a place warmed up by a heating
device.
• When you bring your camcorder from an air
conditioned car or room into a hot place outside.
• When you use your camcorder after a squall or a
shower.
• When you use your camcorder in a hot and
humid place.
The playback The playback screen
screen pauses. goes blank.
(Solid blue screen)
– The following phenomenon occurs in
DVCAM (DV) format.
x How to avoid moisture condensation
When you bring your camcorder from a
cold place into a warm place, put your
camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it
tightly. Remove the bag when the air
temperature inside the plastic bag has
reached the surrounding temperature (after
about one hour).
Block-noise
appears.
The playback screen goes blank.
(Solid blue screen)
Video head
If you play back a tape recorded in HDV
format, the image and sound may freeze for
a while (about 0.5 seconds).
• The video heads will be worn after long use. If
you cannot obtain a clear image even after using
a cleaning cassette (optional), the video heads
may be worn out. Please contact your Sony
dealer or local authorized Sony service facility
to have the video heads replaced.
This occurs if the HDV signals cannot be
recorded or played back correctly because
of dirt on the tape or video head. Depending
on the cassette, this fairly infrequently
occurs even if the cassette is brand new or
is not used a lot.
If this freezing point is created while
playing back, you can solve this problem
and see the pictures by rewinding after
slightly forwarding. Such a freezing point
cannot be recovered if it was created while
recording.
LCD screen
• Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD
screen, as it may cause damage.
• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.
This is not a malfunction.
• While using your camcorder, the back of the
LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
To prevent such a problem, use the Sony
mini DV cassette.
• If the following problem occurs, clean the video
heads for 10 seconds with the Sony cleaning
cassette (optional).
x To clean the LCD screen
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen
dirty, it is recommended you use a soft
cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD
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Maintenance and precautions (Continued)
Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the
cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen.
Use cleaning paper moistened with the
liquid.
camcorder after charging the pre-installed
rechargeable battery.
However, even if the pre-installed
rechargeable battery is not charged, the
camcorder operation will not be affected as
long as you are not recording the date.
On handling the casing
• If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body
with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.
• Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
finish.
– Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen.
– Handling with above substances on your
hands.
x Procedures
Connect your camcorder to a wall socket
using the optional AC Adaptor, and leave it
with the POWER switch set to OFF for
more than 24 hours.
Removing dust from inside the
viewfinder
– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
vinyl objects for a long period of time.
1
Remove the eye piece of the
viewfinder.
About care and storage of the lens
Push and hold the RELEASE buttons in
the eye piece of the viewfinder (1), and
remove the eye piece (2).
• Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft
cloth in the following instances:
– When there are fingerprints on the lens
surface.
– In hot or humid locations
– When the lens is exposed to salty air such as
at the seaside.
• Store in a well-ventilated location subject to
little dirt or dust.
• To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as
described above. It is recommended that you
operate your camcorder about once a month to
keep it in optimum state for a long time.
On charging the pre-installed
rechargeable battery
Your camcorder has a pre-installed
rechargeable battery to retain the date, time,
and other settings even when the POWER
switch is set to OFF. The pre-installed
rechargeable battery is always charged
while your camcorder is connected to the
wall socket via the AC Adaptor or while the
battery pack is inserted. The rechargeable
battery will be fully discharged in about 3
months if you do not use your camcorder
at all without the AC Adaptor connected or
the battery pack attached. Use your
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2
Remove dust inside the eye piece
and viewfinder with a blower.
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Specifications
63 min (using a PHDVM-63DM
cassette)
Recording/playback time (DVCAM)
184 min (using a PHDV-276DM
cassette)
41 min (using a PHDVM-63DM
cassette)
Recording/playback time (DV SP)
276 min (using a PHDV-276DM
cassette)
System
Video recording system (HDV)
2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system
Video recording system (DVCAM (DV))
2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system
Still image recording system
Exif Ver. 2.2*
Audio recording system (HDV)
Rotary heads,
MPEG-1 Audio Layer-2 (2-channel)
MPEG-2 Audio Layer-2 (4-channel)
Quantization: 16 bits
63 min (using a PHDVM-63DM
cassette)
Fast forward/rewind time
Approx. 2 min (using a PHDV-276DM
cassette and rechargeable battery pack)
Approx. 2 min (using a PHDV-276DM
cassette and AC Adaptor)
Viewfinder
Fs48kHz (stereo)
transfer rate: 384 kbps
Audio recording system (DVCAM (DV))
Rotary heads, PCM system
Quantization: 12 bits
Fs32kHz (channel 1/2, channel 3/4
stereo)
Quantization: 16 bits
Electric viewfinder (color, black and
white)
Picture
1.1 cm (0.45 type, aspect ratio 16:9)
Total dot number
1 226 880 (approx. 852 × 3[RGB] ×
480)
Fs48kHz (channel 1/2 stereo)
Video signal
PAL color, CCIR standards
1080/50i specification
Usable cassette
Image device
Standard size DV cassette with the
mark printed
Standard size DVCAM cassette with
6.0 mm (1/3 type) 3CMOS sensor
Recording Pixels (HDV/DV16:9 still
recording):
the
mark printed
Max. 1.20 Mega (1 440 × 810) pixels**
Gross: Approx. 1 120 000 pixels
Effective (movie, 16:9):
1 037 000 pixels
Effective (movie, 4:3):
778 000 pixels
Effective (still, 16:9):
1 037 000 pixels
Effective (still, 4:3):
778 000 pixels
Mini DV cassette with the
printed
Mini DVCAM cassette with the
mark printed
mark
Tape speed (HDV)
Approx. 18.812 mm/s
Tape speed (DVCAM)
Approx. 28.218 mm/s
Tape speed (DV SP)
Approx. 18.812 mm/s
Recording/playback time (HDV)
276 min (using a PHDV-276DM
cassette)
Lens
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T
12 × (Optical), Approx. 18 × (Digital,
when [D.EXTENDER] is set to [ON])
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Focal length
f=4.4 - 52.8 mm (3/16 - 2 1/8 in.)
AUDIO OUT jack
RCA connector × 2
When converted to a 35 mm still
camera
32.0 - 384 mm (1 5/16 - 15 1/8 in.)
(16:9),
Audio signal: -10 dBu (at load
impedance 47 kΩ(kilohms)), Output
impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ
(kilohms)
39.5 - 474 mm (1 9/16 - 18 3/4 in.)
(4:3)
(0 dBu=0.775 Vrms)
TC OUT jack
F1.6 - 2.0
BNC connector × 1
Filter diameter: 72 mm (2 7/8 in.)
Color temperature
2.2 Vp-p, 600 Ω(ohms) / 1.2 Vp-p,
75 Ω(ohms)
[AUTO]
COMPONENT OUT jack
[ONE PUSH AF]
BNC connector × 3
[INDOOR] (3 200K)
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75Ω(ohms), PB/PR, CB/CR:
+/- 350 mV, 75 Ω(ohms)
HD/SD SDI OUT jack
BNC type × 1
[OUTDOOR] (5 800K 7 offset levels)
[MANU WB TEMP] (2 300K -
15 000K in 100K steps)
Minimum illumination
1.5 lx (lux) (Fixed Shutter Speed 1/25,
auto gain, auto iris) (F 1.6)
SD-SDI: SD-SDI format,
SMPTE259M-C (270Mbps)
HD-SDI: HD-SDI format,
SMPTE292M
* “Exif” is a file format for still images,
established by the JEITA (Japan
Electronicsand InformationTechnology
Industries Association). Files in this
format can have additional information
such as your camcorder’s setting
information at the time of recording.
**Still image resolution is obtained by the
unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid
CMOS Sensor and image processing
system (new Enhanced Imaging
Processor).
Input/Output connectors
LANC jack
Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm)
AUDIO INPUT1 (L)/AUDIO INPUT2
(R)/AUDIO INPUT3/AUDIO INPUT4
jack
XLR 3-pin, female,
-48 dBu: 3kΩ(kilohms)
+4 dBu: 10kΩ(kilohms)
(0 dBu=0.775 Vrms)
PHONES jack
Stereo-minijack (Ø 3.5 mm)
DC OUT 12V connector
4-pin, male, 12 V
Output connectors
VIDEO OUT jack
BNC connector × 1
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω(ohms)
S VIDEO jack
LIGHT connector
2-pin, max. 35 W
LENS jack
S connector × 1
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω(ohms)
Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p (burst
signal), 75 Ω(ohms)
12-pin connector
HDV/DV jack
i.LINK interface (IEEE 1394, 6-pin
connector S100)
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Specifications (Continued)
DC IN 12V connector
Mass (approx.)
4.0 kg (8 lb 12 oz) camera body only
XLR 4-pin, female, 11 V - 17 V
5.2 kg (11 lb 7 oz) including Carl Zeiss
lens (VCL-412BWS)
LCD screen
6.3 kg (13 lb 15 oz) including battery
pack (BP-GL95), cassette (PHDV-
276DM), Carl Zeiss lens (VCL-
412BWS), lens hood with lens cover
and microphone (ECM-XM1)
Picture
8.0 cm (3.2 type, aspect ratio 16:9)
Total dot number
921 600 (1 920 × 480)
General
* When the microphone (ECM-XM1) is
Power requirements
used
DC 14.4 V (battery pack)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
DC 12 V (11 V - 17 V) (AC Adaptor)
Average power consumption*
During camera recording using the
viewfinder with normal brightness:
HDV recording 12.2 W
DVCAM (DV) recording 11.7 W
During camera recording using the
viewfinder and Memory Recording
Unit (HVR-MRC1) with normal
brightness:
HDV recording 14.9 W
DVCAM (DV) recording 14.4 W
Operating temperature
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature
-20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to + 140 °F)
Dimensions (approx.)
305 × 277 × 505 mm
(11 1/8 × 11 × 20 in.) (w/h/d)
including the projecting parts with Carl
Zeiss lens (VCL-412BWS) and lens
hood with lens cover
305 × 277 × 510 mm
(11 1/8 × 11 × 20 1/8 in.) (w/h/d)
including the projecting parts with Carl
Zeiss lens (VCL-412BWS), lens hood
with lens cover and battery pack (BP-
GL65)
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On trademarks
Notes on the License
• “Memory Stick,” “
Duo,” “
PRO Duo,” “
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,”
“
,” “Memory Stick
,” “Memory Stick
,”
ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN
CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY
MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE
MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING
VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED
MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED
WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE
PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT
PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS
,” “Memory Stick
,”
Micro,” “MagicGate,” “
“MagicGate Memory Stick” and “MagicGate
Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250
STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER,
COLORADO 80206.
• “x.v.Colour” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
• i.LINK and are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
•
•
,
are trademarks.
is a trademark.
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and
Windows Media are trademarks or registered
trademarks of U.S. Microsoft Corporation in the
U.S. and other countries.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are registered
trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and other
countries.
• HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony
Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Ltd.
• Pentium is a trademark or registered trademark
of Intel Corporation.
• Adobe, and Adobe Reader are trademarks of
Adobe Systems Incorporated.
All other product names mentioned herein may be
the trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies. Furthermore, ™ and “®”
are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
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QIduicek Rnetfeirefnyceing parts and controls
The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
9
q;
qa
qs
qd
ql w; wa
8
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
Pr/Cr
Y
L
R
TC
OUT
Pb/Cb
qf
ws
wd
qg
qh
qj
qk
wf
wg
wh
A video light with a maximum power
consumption of 35W, such as the Anton
Bauer Ultralight 2 or equivalent can be
connected.
Remove this cover when you attach the
Memory Recording Unit HVR-MRC1.
X
Y
HDV/DV jack cover
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Identifying parts and controls (Continued)
SHOT TRANSITION/
FOCUS MARKING
CHECK
STORE
EXEC
9
qa
A
B
q;
qs
qd
1
2
3
qf
qg
4
qh
qj
L
O
C
K
5
6
7
8
w; ql qk
adjusted to the subject, objects in the
A LIGHT MAN/AUTO switch
Select AUTO or MAN to automatically or
manually turn on and off a video light
connected to the LIGHT connector.
background will be lost in the glare. The DCC
function will suppress the high intensity and
restore much of the lost detail and is particularly
effective in the following cases.
• Recording people in the shade on a sunny day
• Recording a subject indoors, against a
background through a window
AUTO: The video light automatically turns
on upon a start of recording when its power
switch is in the on position.
MAN: You can manually turn on and off the
video light with its power switch.
• Any high contrast scene
OUTPUT: CAM, DCC: ON
The video signal from the camera is output,
and the DCC circuit operates.
OUTPUT: CAM, DCC:
OFF
The video signal from
the camera is output,
and the DCC circuit does
not operate.
F OUTPUT/DCC switch
Switches the video signal, which is output
to the VTR part, viewfinder, and video
monitor from the camera part, between the
following two.
BARS: Outputs the color bar signal.
OUTPUT: BARS, DCC: OFF
CAM: Outputs the video signal from the camera.
When this is selected, you can switch DCC* on
and off.
* DCC (Dynamic Contrast Control): Against a
very bright background with the iris opening
A color bar signal is output and the DCC
circuit does not operate. Use this setting to
adjust the video monitor, to record the color
bar signal, etc.
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Identifying parts and controls (Continued)
DA
T
A
CODE REVIEW
CUE
REC
5
STOP
REW
PLAY
FF
PAUSE SLO
W
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
9
q;
qf
qd qs
qa
L
OC
K
RESET
AUDIO MONITOR
CH1/2
MIX
REC CH SELECT
qg
CH3/4
IN2
IN1
L
R
IN3
CH
1
CH
2
CH
3
CH
4
IN4
CH
CH
CH
CH
1
2
3
4
CH1
CH2
AUTO
MAN
AUTO
MAN
AUTO
MAN
AUTO
MAN
2CH MODE
qh
qj
LINE
LINE
LINE
LINE
MIC
MIC
48V
MIC
MIC
48V
MIC
MIC
48V
MIC
MIC
48V
MONITOR
SELECT
+
+
+
+
INPUT1
INPUT2
INPUT3
INPUT4
qk
qlw;
A Built-in speaker
The speaker can be used to monitor E-E
sound during recording, and playback
H TC/U-BIT button
*
Switches between time code and user bit to
display on the sub LCD screen (display on the
LCD screen also changes).
sound during playback. The speaker also
sounds alarms to reinforce visual warnings.
If you connect earphones to the PHONES
jack, the speaker is automatically muted.
* E-E: Abbreviation of “Electric-to-Electric.” In
E-E mode, video and audio signals input to the
camcorder are output after passing through
internal electric circuits only. This can be used
to check input signals.
J AUDIO LEVEL DISPLAY switch
Switches between CH1/CH2 and CH3/CH4
audio level meters to display on the sub LCD
screen (display on the LCD screen also
changes).
L RESET button
If you press the RESET button, all settings
including the clock setting (except the Picture
profile and Camera profile settings) return to
the default.
D LCD BACK LIGHT switch
When you set the switch to ON, the backlight
of the sub LCD screen turns on.
F Video control buttons (STOP/REW/
PLAY/FF/PAUSE/REC/SLOW/CUE/
G PHONES jack
Plugging earphones into the jack
automatically cuts off the sound from built-in
speaker.
R INPUT1/INPUT2/INPUT3/INPUT4
switches (45)
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5
6
DISPLAY
-
LCD BRIGHT +
PLAY
INDEX
DELETE
-
+
MEMORY
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qa
qs
1
2
3
qd
qf
4
ql
qk
qj
S
VIDEO
LANC
DC
IN
12V
MANUAL
ZOOM
SERVO
DC
OUT
12V
HD/SD
SDI OUT
AUDIO INPUT3
AUDIO INPUT4
w; wa
ws
qh
qg
R
LANC jack
The LANC control jack is used for
controlling the tape transport of video device
and peripherals connected to it.
T DC OUT 12V connector
Supplies power for a WRR-81/862 UHF
Synthesizer Tuner (optional) (maximum 0.2
A).
Do not connect any equipment other than the
UHF synthesizer tuner.
K Viewfinder left-to-right position fixing
U AUDIO INPUT3/AUDIO INPUT4
ring (18)
L Viewfinder front-to-back position fixing
ring (18)
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Identifying parts and controls (Continued)
To mount the accessory shoe
To dismount the accessory shoe
1 Lift the edge of the accessory shoe plate
and pull it in the direction opposite to
that of the arrow on the shoe plate and
remove it from the accessory shoe.
Cover
1
2 Loosen the four screws and remove the
accessory shoe from the mount.
3 Place the cover on the mount and fix it
to the mount with the screw.
To attach the lens mount cap
2
Hold the lens mount
cap with the v mark
facing up. Attach the
lens mount cap to the
lens mount with the
center pin on the
back of the cap
Accessory shoe
inserted in the recess
at the top center of
the lens mountr.
3
To remove the lens mount cap
Hold the protrusion at the center of the lens
mount cap and remove the cap from the
lens mount.
4
Accessory shoe plate
To attach the rear lens cap
Attach the rear lens cap to the rear of the
lens.
1 Loosen the screw and remove the cover
on the accessory shoe mount as
illustrated.
To remove the rear lens cap
2 Lift the edge of the accessory shoe plate
and pull it in the direction opposite to
that of the arrow on the shoe plate and
remove it from the accessory shoe.
Hold the two protrusions
on the edge of the rear
lens cap as illustrated and
remove the cap from the
lens.
3 Place the accessory shoe on the mount,
then fix it to the mount with four
screws.
4 Insert the accessory shoe plate in the
direction of the arrow on the plate
surface until the end of the plate
engages the end of the shoe.
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Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder
The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.
The indicators will not be recorded on the tape during recording.
Recording movies
Recording still images
1
2
3
4
5
2
8
00:04:50:04
REC
1.2M
9
HDV1080i
12
min
101
7
6
A Recording format (
) (80)
or
,
B Remaining battery (approx.)
C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or
[REC] (recording))
Data code during recording
D During recording:
Tape counter (hour: minute: second:
frame)
The date/time during recording and the
camera setting data will be recorded
automatically. They do not appear on the
screen during recording, but you can check
them on the screen by pressing the DATA
CODE button during playback (p. 58).
During playback:
Time code (hour: minute: second:
frame)
E Recording capacity of the tape (approx.)
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Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder (Continued)
Viewing movies
Viewing still images
2
qs qd
8
1
2
q;
4
5
101
1.2M
9/9
00:04:50:04
12
min
101-0011
MEMORY PLAY
qa
HDV1080i
qf
K Data file name
J Tape transport indicator
Recording mode (DVCAM or DV SP)
L Picture number/Total number of
recorded pictures in the current
playback folder
appears when a tape recorded in the DVCAM
or DV SP format is played back.
N Previous/Next folder icon
The
,
or
appears when the first
or last picture of the current folder is
displayed and when there are multiple folders
on the same “Memory Stick Duo.” You can
move to Previous/Next folder with the
VOLUME/MEMORY button.
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Center
Indicators when you made
changes
Indicator
Meaning
Z
Upper left
Upper right
00:00:00:00
Bottom
Indicator
Meaning
CAM LEVELING
(78)
Center
Bottom
Upper left
Indicator
HDV 2CH/4CH
Meaning
Recording format (80)
Manual volume
ND filter (32)
9
Manual focus (30)
Picture profile (36)
~
.
SteadyShot off (69)
D.EXTENDER (70)
Auto setting (78)
White balance (34)
n
A
B
REC TYPE
SCAN TYPE (81)
ZEBRA (76)
Upper right
Indicator
Meaning
INDEX MARK (49)
* The settings can be made only for the pictures
in the DVCAM (DV) format.
HDV input/
DV input (91)
** The setting can be made only for the pictures in
the HDV format.
HDV output/
DV output (91)
i.LINK connection
z Tips
• Indicators may look different or appear at
different positions.
LCD backlight off (19)
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Index (Continued)
G
E
H
F
Folder
J
K
I
L
PB FOLDER (Playback
REC FOLDER (Recording
LCD BACK LIGHT switch
132
Pre-installed rechargeable
Microphone fixing clamper
LIGHT MAN/AUTO switch
PUSH (lens hood release)
Q
M
MONITOR SELECT button
“Memory Stick Duo”
R
N
REC CH SELECT switch
REC FOLDER (Recording
O
Number of recordable
REC START/STOP button
MEMORY/DELETE button
Menu
P
PB FOLDER
PB ZOOM (Playback zoom)
MEMORY SET menu
PICTURE PROFILE button
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Index (Continued)
Viewfinder lens adjustment
T
S
W
White balance memory switch
SHOT TRANSITION/FOCUS
SKINTONE DTL (Skintone
U
X
SMTH SLW REC
Z
V
Viewfinder front-to-back
Viewfinder left-to-right
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