3-278-988-12(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference The supplied CD-ROM includes Operating Guide for the HVR-HD1000 series. (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese versions). For more details, see “Using the CD-ROM Manual” on page 11. US http://www.sony.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. HVR-HD1000U/HD1000N Serial No. Model No. ACSerial No. WARNING For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference.
Cleaning Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set. Installation Water and Moisture Do not use power-line operated sets near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. CAUTION Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.
The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Read this first (Continued) Notes on use Type of cassette you can use in your camcorder You can use mini DV cassettes marked with . Your camcorder is not compatible with the Cassette Memory function (p. 89). The HDV standards • Digital high-definition (HD) video signals are recorded and played back on a DV format cassette. • 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.
• The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof or waterproof. See “On using your camcorder” (p. 94). • When connecting your camcorder to another device with communication cables, be sure to insert the connector plug in the correct way. Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will damage the terminal and may result in a malfunction of your camcorder. 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.
Read this first (Continued) illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different. • 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.
Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .........2 Read this first .................................. 4 Notes on use .....................................6 Using the CD-ROM Manual .......... 11 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ..... 12 Step 2: Attaching the supplied microphone, eyecup and the lens hood ............................................ 13 Step 3: Charging the battery pack .....................................................
Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) ........................ 69 Using a Computer Connecting to a computer ............ 71 Copying still images to a computer .................................................... 71 Copying movies on a tape to a computer .................................... 74 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ........................... 77 Warning indicators and messages .................................................... 85 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators .....
Using the CD-ROM Manual English The supplied CD-ROM includes versions of the Operating Guide for the HVRHD1000U/HD1000N series in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese in PDF format. Preparation The following program must be installed on your computer in order to read the Operating Guide contained on the CDROM. • Adobe Reader Version 7.0 or higher z Tips • If Adobe Reader is not installed, you can download it from the following URL: http://www.adobe.
Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. Lens cap (1) AC Adaptor (1) (p. 15) Wind screen (1) (p. 13) Microphone (1) (p. 13) Power cord (mains lead) (1) (p. 15) CD-ROM “Manuals for Digital HD Video Camera Recorder”(1) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.
Step 2: Attaching the supplied microphone, eyecup and the lens hood Attaching the supplied microphone 4 Turn the plug of the microphone counter-clockwise to 180 degrees in the direction of the arrow 5, and connect it to the Mic jack 4. 1 2 Attaching the eyecup 3 Getting Started Attach the eyecup aligned with the eyecup groove in the viewfinder. You can attach the eyecup facing either the right or left side. Attach the eyecup securely until it fits the corresponding part properly.
Step 2: Attaching the supplied microphone and the lens hood (Continued) Attaching the lens hood z Tips • If you attach, remove or adjust an 37mm (2 1/2in.) PL filter or MC protector, remove the lens hood. Attaching the lens cap Attach the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides. 2 1 Align the marks on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow.
Step 3: Charging the battery pack 1 Battery pack 3 POWER switch DC plug 4 To the wall outlet (wall socket) Power cord (Mains lead) AC Adaptor You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series) (p. 92) after attaching it to your camcorder. b Notes • You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the L series to your camcorder. 1 Attach the battery pack to your camcorder. Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow while pressing it until it clicks.
Step 3: Charging the battery pack (Continued) To remove the battery pack Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Push the [BATT (battery) RELEASE] button and remove the battery pack. information for up to 20 seconds by pressing DISPLAY/BATT INFO again while the information is displayed. Remaining battery (approx.) [BATT (battery) RELEASE] 60 65 Recording capacity (approx.) You can check the remaining battery charge on the LCD screen.
Battery pack Continuous Typical recording recording time time* Recording Format HDV NP-F770 NP-F970 DV DV 375 390 200 220 410 425 220 240 555 580 295 330 605 630 325 355 * Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming. b Notes • All times measured under the following conditions: Top: When the LCD turns on. Bottom: Recording with the viewfinder while the LCD turns off. • You cannot turn off the viewfinder.
Step 4: Turning the power on and setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. 2 Set [Y] (year) with touch / , then . You can set any year up to the year 2079. 3 Set [M] (month), then touch Touch the button on the LCD screen. and repeat for [D] (day), hour and minute. For midnight, set it to 12:00 AM.
Step 5: Making setting adjustments before recording The LCD panel The viewfinder Open the LCD panel (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 90 degrees (max.) Getting Started 180 degrees 2 (max.) Pull out the LCD panel block to adjust the position (1), and rotate the viewfinder to the best angle (2). You can view pictures using the viewfinder to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the picture seen on the LCD screen is poor. 2 1 180 degrees (max.
Step 6: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” Push the center of the back of the cassette lightly. Cassette tape You can use mini DV (p. 89). cassettes only Cassette compartment Window b Notes • The recordable time varies depending on [ REC MODE] (p. 54). 1 Slide and hold the OPEN/ EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. OPEN/EJECT lever The cassette compartment automatically slides back in. 3 Close the lid.
1 Open the jack cover. 2 Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot in the right direction until it clicks. Getting Started Access lamp To eject a “Memory Stick Duo” Lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo” in 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.
Recording/Playback Recording PHOTO START/STOP B START/STOP A Recording movies Movies are recorded on a tape. Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides. Slide the POWER switch to TAPE while pressing the green button. Note on the LOCK switch When you slide the LOCK switch to the lock position (the POWER switch side), the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. (The LOCK switch is set to the unlock position at the time of purchase.
To record high quality still images during tape recording (Dual Rec) See page 24 for details. Recording still images Still images are recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.” Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides. Slide the POWER switch to MEMORY while pressing the green button. Recording/Playback Press and hold PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully to record. Beep min Shutter click 6.1M min 6.1M P-MENU P-MENU Flashing bLights up A shutter sound is heard.
Recording (Continued) • You can also adjust the setting manually using the RING (p. 25) Zooming You can magnify images to 10 times the original size with the power zoom lever. A Recording high quality still images during tape recording (Dual Rec) You can record high quality still images on the “Memory Stick Duo” during tape recording. B Power zoom lever Close view: (Telephoto) 1 Slide the POWER switch to TAPE, then press START/STOP to start tape recording. 2 Press PHOTO fully.
z Tips 60 min • During the standby mode, still images will be stored in the same way as when the POWER switch is set to MEMORY. • When the POWER switch is set to TAPE, still images will be recorded at image size 4.6M in the HDV format, 3.4M (4:3) or 4.6M (16:9) in the DV format. Controlling the image settings manually with the RING 0:00:00 [MANUAL]:EXEC 2 Rotate the RING and select a menu item to be assigned. 3 Press the MANUAL button.
Recording (Continued) z Tips • To record an image brighter, use Super NightShot function (p. 43). To record an image more faithful to the original colors, use Color Slow Shutter function (p. 43). Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to display .. To cancel the back light function, press BACK LIGHT again. Recording in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2).
Playback Slide the POWER switch to PLAY/EDIT while pressing the green button. Playing movies to start Toggles Play or Pause as you touch* 60min 60min Recording/Playback Touch to rewind to the desired scene, then touch playback. P-MENU Rewind/Fast forward Stop** * Playback automatically stops if pause is engaged for more than 3 minutes. ** is displayed instead of when a “Memory Stick Duo” with recorded images is inserted and a tape is not being played.
Playback (Continued) Viewing still images Touch . The most recently recorded image is displayed. 60 min 60min 10/10 6.1M MEMORY PLAY Switches the playback media* P-MENU Previous/Next Go to the index screen display is displayed on the tape playback screen. * To display pictures on a “Memory Stick Duo” on the Index screen Touch A . Touch one of the pictures to back to the single display mode.
Using PB zoom You can magnify images from about 1.1 to 5 times (from about 1.5 to 5 times in still images) the original size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever. Recording/Playback 1 Play back the picture you want to magnify. 2 Magnify the picture with T (Telephoto). 3 Touch the screen at the point you want to display in the center of the displayed frame. 4 Adjust the magnification with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto). To cancel, touch [END].
Searching for the starting point Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording (END SEARCH) END SEARCH will not work once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape. Make sure that the POWER switch is set to TAPE. Touch t . 60min END SEARCH 1 Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review) You can view about 2 seconds of the scene recorded just before you stopped the tape. Make sure that the POWER switch is set to TAPE. Touch t 60min .
Playing the picture on a TV Connection methods and image quality differ depending on what type of TV is connected and connectors used. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 15). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. b Notes Recording/Playback • Make all menu settings on your camcorder before connecting. The TV may not recognize the video signal properly if the [VCR HDV/DV] or [i.
Playing the picture on a TV (Continued) Connecting to a high definition TV HD (high definition) image quality • An HDV formatted picture is played back as it is (HD image quality). • A DV formatted picture is played back as it is (SD image quality). COMPONENT IN HDMI i.
: Signal flow, ( ): Reference pages Type Camcorder B Cable TV HDMI IN HDMI cable (optional) Menu Setting (STANDARD SET) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (53) C (STANDARD SET) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (53) [DOWN CONVERT] t [i.LINK CONV] t [OFF] (56) i.LINK cable (optional) Recording/Playback • Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo (on the front cover). • Pictures in the DV format are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the pictures.
Playing the picture on a TV (Continued) To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3) Change the [VIDEO OUT] setting to match your TV. b Notes • When you play back a tape recorded in the DV format on a 4:3 TV not compatible with the 16:9 signal, set [ WIDE SELECT] to [4:3] on your camcorder when recording a picture (p. 54).
: Signal flow, ( ): Reference pages Type Camcorder Cable TV A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) (White) Menu Setting (STANDARD SET) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (53) [DOWN CONVERT] t [VIDEO OUT] t [SQUEEZE]/[LETTER BOX]/[EDGE CROP] (56) (Red) (Yellow) A/V connecting cable (supplied) (Yellow) (White) (Red) (STANDARD SET) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (53) [DOWN CONVERT] t [VIDEO OUT] t [SQUEEZE]/[LETTER BOX]/[EDGE CROP] (56) When connecting to your TV via a VCR z Tips Select one of the connecting met
Using the Menu Using the menu items 1 Slide the POWER switch to the desired position while pressing the green button. TAPE: settings on a tape MEMORY: settings on a “Memory Stick Duo” PLAY/EDIT: settings for viewing/editing 2 Touch the LCD screen to select the menu item. Unavailable items will be grayed out. x To use the short-cuts of Personal Menu On Personal Menu, short-cuts for frequently used menu items are added. z Tips • You can customize Personal Menu as you like (p. 60). 1 Touch .
Menu items Available menu items (z) vary depending on the position of the switch. Position TAPE MEMORY PLAY/EDIT 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 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 z z – z CAMERA SET menu (p. 39) Using the Menu SCENE SELECT SPOT METER EXPOSURE WHITE BAL.
Menu items (Continued) Position USB SELECT TAPE MEMORY PLAY/EDIT – – 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 – – z – z z – – z z z z – – z z – z z z z – z z z z z z z z z EDIT/PLAY menu (p. 52) VAR.SPD PB REC CTRL END SEARCH STANDARD SET menu (p. 53) VCR HDV/DV REC FORMAT DV SET VOLUME MIC LEVEL AU.
CAMERA SET menu Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions LANDSCAPE* ( The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 36 for details on selecting menu items. ) Select to shoot distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows between the camcorder and the subject.
CAMERA SET menu (Continued) b Notes • If you set [SCENE SELECT], the settings of [SHUTTR SPEED] and [WHITE BAL.] are canceled. SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter) 1 Touch [MANUAL]. appears. 2 Adjust the exposure by touching . 3 Touch . / To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO] t .
3 Touch [ ]. flashes quickly. When the white balance has been adjusted and stored in the memory, the indicator stops flashing. b Notes z Tips • If you have changed the battery pack while [AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after inside use (or vice versa), select [AUTO] and aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment.
CAMERA SET menu (Continued) z Tips • Touch if the subject is white or the backlight is bright, or touch if the subject is black or the light is dim. • You can adjust the automatic exposure level to brighter or darker when [EXPOSURE] is set to [AUTO]. • You can also adjust the setting manually using the RING (p. 25). CAMERA COLOR Increases color intensity WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift) You can adjust the white balance to the desired setting using / .
TELE MACRO This is useful to shoot small subjects, such as flowers or insects. You can blur out backgrounds and the subject stands out clearer. When you set [TELE MACRO] to [ON] ( ), the zoom (p. 24) moves to the top of the T (Telephoto) side automatically and allows for recording subjects at a close distance as down to about 45 cm (17 3/4 in.). b Notes • When recording a distant subject, focusing may be difficult and can take some time. • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p.
CAMERA SET menu (Continued) z Tips ZEBRA Diagonal stripes appear in portions of the screen where brightness is at a preset level. This is useful as a guide when adjusting the brightness. When you change the default setting, is displayed. The zebra pattern is not recorded. B OFF • The left area on the graph shows the darker areas of the picture while the right area shows the brighter areas. SELF-TIMER A still image is recorded after about 10 seconds. The zebra pattern is not displayed.
CONV.LENS When using an optional conversion lens, use this function to record using the optimum compensation for camera shake for each lens. B OFF Select this when the conversion lens (optional) is not used. WIDE CONV. ( ) Select this to use the wide conversion lens (optional). TELE CONV. ( ) Select this to use the tele conversion lens (optional). Using the Menu RING SETTING You can select a menu items to assign to the RING. For details, see page 25. X.V.
MEMORY SET menu Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo” The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 36 for details on selecting menu items. Capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo” (MB) and the number of recordable pictures When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY STILL SET x 128MB QUALITY B FINE ( ) Records still images at the fine image quality level. STANDARD ( 1GB 2GB IMAGE SIZE B 6.
When the POWER switch is set to PLAY/ EDIT* 1.2M 1440 × 810 VGA 640 × 480 0.2M 640 × 360 1.2M 205 490 780 1970 980 1970 256MB 370 890 1400 3550 1750 3550 512MB 760 1800 2850 7200 3600 7200 1GB 1550 3650 5900 14500 7300 14500 2GB 3150 7500 12000 30000 15000 30000 4GB 6300 14500 23500 59000 29500 59000 12500 30000 48000 115000 60000 115000 8GB *[ IMAGE SIZE] is fixed to [ 1.2M] in HDV format, [ 0.2M] in DV format (16:9) and [VGA (0.3M)] in DV format (4:3).
MEMORY SET menu (Continued) NEW FOLDER You can create a new folder (102MSDCF to 999MSDCF) on a “Memory Stick Duo.” When 9,999 images are stored in the current folder, a new folder is automatically created for storing subsequent images. Touch [YES] t . b Notes • You cannot delete the created folders using your camcorder. You will have to format the “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 47), or delete them using your computer.
PICT.APPLI. menu Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/playback The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 36 for details on selecting menu items. FADER INT.REC-STL (Interval photo recording) You can record still images on the “Memory Stick Duo” at a selected interval. This function is useful to observe the movement of clouds or the changes in daylight, etc.
PICT.APPLI. menu (Continued) z Tips STILL • You can select the first picture for the slide show with / before touching [START]. Records/plays back a movie while superimposing it on a still image memorized by touching [STILL]. D.EFFECT (Digital effect) You can add digital effects to recording/ playback. FLASH (flash motion) 1 Touch the desired effect. 2 Adjust the effect with touch .
PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect) You can add special effects to a picture during recording or playback. appears. z Tips • You can save pictures edited using special effects on a “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 67) or record them on VCR or DVD/HDD recorders (p. 62). B OFF Does not use [PICT.EFFECT] setting. SKINTONE* Makes skin texture look more smoother and more appealing. NEG.ART The color and brightness are reversed. Pictures appear in sepia. B&W (Black and white) Pictures appear in black and white.
EDIT/PLAY menu PICT.APPLI. menu (Continued) • The image quality of [SMTH SLW REC] is somewhat less than normal recording. To cancel [SMTH SLW REC], select [END]. PictBridge PRINT See page 69. Settings for editing or playing back in various modes See page 36 for details on selecting menu items. VAR.SPD PB (Various speed playback) You can play back in various modes while viewing movies. USB SELECT You can connect the camcorder to a personal computer with a USB cable and import pictures to the computer.
STANDARD SET menu – Picture search – Reverse playback • Playing back slowly to the reverse direction and playing back frame by frame to the reverse direction are not available in HDV format. REC CTRL (Movie recording control) See page 65. END SEARCH EXEC The most recently recorded picture is played back for about 5 seconds and then stops automatically. Stops [END SEARCH]. b Notes • [END SEARCH] will not work once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape.
STANDARD SET menu (Continued) able to recognize the video signal from your camcorder. • When [AUTO] is selected, if the signal switches between HDV and DV formats, the picture and sound are interrupted temporarily. • When [i.LINK CONV] is set to [ON:SQUEEZE]/[ON: EDGE CROP], pictures are output as follows: – at [AUTO], an HDV signal is converted to the DV format and output; a DV signal is output as it is. – at [HDV], an HDV signal is converted to the DV format and output; a DV signal is not output.
60min 0:00:00:00 AUDIO MIX AU.LVL DISP (Audio level display) Since the default setting is [ON], the audio level meter is displayed. Touch ST1 / ST2 to adjust the balance of the original sound (ST1) and the sound recorded afterwards (ST2), then touch . b Notes • The original sound (ST1) is output at the default setting. LCD/VF SET VOLUME / to adjust the volume MIC LEVEL You can adjust the recording sound level manually. B AUTO Select to adjust the recording sound level automatically.
STANDARD SET menu (Continued) x VF B.LIGHT You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder. B NORMAL Standard brightness. BRIGHT Interface (i.LINK). The DV format signal is output unchanged. B OFF ON:SQUEZE Output signals to a 16:9 wide TV or a TV compatible with 16:9 wide mode. Brightens the viewfinder screen. x VF COLOR On a 16:9 wide TV On a 4:3 TV compatible with 16:9 wide mode B ON Display pictures in the viewfinder in color. OFF Display pictures in the viewfinder in black and white.
B SQUEZE Output signals to a 16:9 wide TV or a TV compatible with 16:9 wide mode. On a 4:3 TV compatible with On a 16:9 wide TV 16:9 wide mode OUTPUT – [VCR HDV/DV](when the POWER switch is set to PLAY/EDIT) (p. 53) – [COMPONENT] (p. 56) – [i.LINK CONV] (p. 56) – [VIDEO OUT] (p. 56) – HDMI OUT (p. 101) HOURS METER LETTER BOX Output signals to a TV that is not compatible with 16:9 wide mode.
STANDARD SET menu (Continued) ON DATA CODE During playback, displays the information (data code) recorded automatically at the time of recording. B OFF DATE/TIME Displays the date and time. BEEP CAMERA DATA (below) Displays camera setting data. 0:00:00:00 60min AUTO 100 AWB F1. 8 9dB B ON 1 2 3 P-MENU 6 5 A beeping sound starts when you start/stop recording, or operate the touch panel. OFF Cancels the beeping sound and shutter sound.
TIME/LANGU. menu QUICK REC (Quick recording) You can slightly reduce the recording start point time when you start recording by pressing START/STOP. This function is useful to compensate for time lapse at the click of the shutter. B OFF Takes more time to reach the recording start point, but a smooth transition can be recorded. ON ( ) b Notes • If [QUICK REC] is set to [ON], the interval between scenes freezes for a moment (editing on your computer is recommended). CLOCK SET See page 18.
Customizing Personal Menu You can add desired menu items to any Personal Menu, and customize Personal Menu settings for each POWER switch position. This is convenient if you add frequently used menu items to Personal Menu. Deleting a menu item 1 Touch t [P-MENU SET UP] t [DELETE]. If the desired menu item is not displayed, touch / . Adding a menu item You can add up to 28 menu items for each POWER switch position. Delete a less important menu item, if you want to add more.
Arranging the order of menu items displayed on Personal Menu 1 Touch t [P-MENU SET UP] t [SORT]. If the desired menu item is not displayed, touch / . 2 Touch the menu item you want to move. / to move the menu item to the desired place. 4 Touch . Using the Menu 3 Touch To sort more items, repeat steps 2 to 4. 5 Touch [END] t . b Notes • You cannot move [P-MENU SET UP]. Initializing the Personal Menu settings (Reset) Touch t [P-MENU SET UP] t [RESET] t [YES] t [YES] t .
Dubbing/Editing Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 15). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. Connecting to external devices The connection method and the image quality will differ depending on the VCR or DVD/ HDD recorders and the connectors used. : Signal flow Camcorder Cable External device HDV1080i compatible device* t HD quality i.
b Notes • You cannot dub pictures using the HDMI cable. • Pictures recorded in the DV format are dubbed as SD (standard definition) images, regardless of the connection. Jacks on your camcorder Open the jack cover and connect the cable. Menu setting Recorded Dubbing format format [VCR HDV/ [i.
Recording pictures from a VCR Dubbing to another device 1 Prepare your camcorder for playback. Insert the recorded cassette. Slide the POWER switch to PLAY/ EDIT. 2 When dubbing to the VCR, insert a cassette for recording. When dubbing to the DVD recorder, insert a DVD for recording. If your recording device has an input selector, set it to the appropriate input (such as video input1 and video input2). 3 Connect your recording device (VCR or DVD/HDD recorder) to your camcorder.
Recording pictures from a VCR You can record movies from a VCR on a tape. You can record a scene as a still image on a “Memory Stick Duo.” Be sure to insert a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” for recording in your camcorder beforehand. You can connect your camcorder to a VCR device using an i.LINK cable. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 15). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders (Continued) 6 Start playing the cassette on your VCR. The picture played on the connected device appears on the LCD screen of your camcorder. 7 Touch [REC START] at the point you want to start recording. 8 Stop recording. Touch 9 Touch (Stop) or [REC PAUSE]. t . b Notes • You need an i.LINK cable for this operation. • You cannot record TV programs from the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK). • You can record pictures from DV devices only in the DV format.
Dubbing pictures from a tape to a “Memory Stick Duo” You can record a desired scene onto a “Memory Stick Duo” as a still image, from a movie you recorded on a tape. Make sure you have a recorded tape and a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted into your camcorder. 1 Slide the POWER switch to PLAY/ Deleting recorded pictures from the “Memory Stick Duo” 1 Slide the POWER switch to PLAY/ EDIT. 2 Touch 60 min 60min 101–0001 EDIT. . 6.
Marking images on the “Memory Stick Duo” with specific information (Print mark/Image protection) When you are using a “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab, make sure the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick Duo” is not set to the write-protect position (p. 90). with the Print mark put on using the other device. Preventing accidental erasure (Image protection) You can select and mark images to prevent accidental erasure.
Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) You can print out pictures using a PictBridge compliant printer without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor to obtain power from the wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 15). Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” containing still images into your camcorder and turn on the printer.
Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) (Continued) • • • • • 70 – Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. – Remove the “Memory Stick Duo” from your camcorder. If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB cable, turn the printer off and on again and restart the operation from the beginning. Some printers may cut off left, right, top and lower parts of the image. Especially, when the image is recorded with a 16:9 (wide) ratio, left and right parts may be largely cut off.
Using a Computer Connecting to a computer When connecting your camcorder to a computer, the following operations are available: Copying the still images on a “Memory Stick Duo” to the computer t p. 71 Copying the movie on a tape in the HDV format to the computer t p. 74 Copying the movie on a tape in the DV format to the computer t p. 74 About connection There are 2 ways to connect your camcorder to a computer: – USB cable To copy still images on a “Memory Stick Duo” – i.
Copying still images to a computer (Continued) 4 Set the POWER switch to PLAY/ EDIT. 5 Touch [ ] t [MENU] t (PICT.APPLI.) t [USB SELECT] t [ Memory Stick]. To USB jack USB cable (optional) 6 Connect the USB cable to the (USB) jacks on your camcorder and your computer. To USB jack • Do not connect your camcorder to the computer at this point. • The computer may not recognize the camcorder if you connect them with the USB cable before turning on your camcorder.
A Folder containing image files recorded by other camcorders without the folder creation function (for playback only). B Folder containing image files recorded by your camcorder when no new folders have been created, only [101MSDCF] is displayed. C Folder containing movie data recorded by other camcorders without the folder creation function (for playback only) Folder 101MSDCF (up to 999 MSDCF) File DSC0ss ss.
Copying still images to a computer (Continued) Copying movies on a tape to a computer For Macintosh users Connect your camcorder to the computer with an i.LINK cable. 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 DV) as shown in the table below. 1 Close down all applications running on the computer.
Notes on connecting to the computer Format for copying to the computer Menu setting* HDV DV [VCR HDV/DV] t [HDV] [i.LINK CONV] t [ON:SQUEEZE]/ [ON:EDGE CROP] DV DV [VCR HDV/DV] t [DV] [i.LINK CONV] t [OFF] Recorded format * See page 36 for menu settings. z Tips Step:1 Connect an i.LINK cable The format (HDV or DV) of input/output signal appears on the LCD screen of your camcorder while connected with an i.LINK cable. Step:2 Copying the movies Use the supplied AC Adaptor to obtain AC power (p.
Copying movies on a tape to a computer (Continued) 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 [i.LINK CONV] to [OFF] (p. 53).
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. • • • • • • • • Overall operations .................................77 Batteries/Power sources ........................77 LCD screen/viewfinder .........................78 Cassette tapes/“Memory Stick Duo”.....78 Recording ..............................................79 Playback ..........
Troubleshooting (Continued) LCD screen/viewfinder Cassette tapes/“Memory Stick Duo” Menu items are grayed out. • You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback situation. • Depending on the functions, you may not be able to use them together (p. 83). You cannot turn off the indicator. • You cannot turn off . Touch check the warning messages (p. 86). to The buttons do not appear on the touch panel. • Touch the LCD screen lightly. • Press DISPLAY/BATT INFO on your camcorder (p. 19).
You cannot delete pictures or format a “Memory Stick Duo.” • Cancel image protection on the picture (p. 68). • The maximum number of pictures that you can delete on the index screen at one time is 100. Image protection cannot be applied, or you cannot mark pictures for print. • Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo” if there is one (p. 90). • Perform the operation again on the index screen (p. 28, 68). • The maximum number of pictures you can mark for print is 999.
Troubleshooting (Continued) • There is a blank section between recorded sections of the tape. This is not a malfunction. [COLOR SLOW S] does not operate correctly. • [COLOR SLOW S] may not operate correctly in total darkness. Use NightShot or [SUPER NS]. You cannot use [SUPER NS]. • The NIGHTSHOT switch is not set to ON (p. 25). The screen picture is bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen. • Set the NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 25) to OFF, or cancel the BACK LIGHT function (p. 26).
• Pictures recorded on other devices may not be played back or may not appear in their actual size. This is not a malfunction (p. 91). Horizontal lines appear on the picture. The displayed pictures are not clear or do not appear. • Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 95). You cannot hear the sound recorded with 4CH MIC REC on another camcorder. • Adjust [ • The tape you are playing was recorded without setting the date and time. • A blank section on the tape is being played.
Troubleshooting (Continued) You cannot view the picture or hear the sound on the TV connected with the component video cable. • Set [COMPONENT] on the (STANDARD SET) menu according to the requirements of the connected device (p. 56). • When you are using the component video cable, make sure the red and white plugs of the A/V connecting cable are connected (p. 31). You cannot view the picture or hear the sound on the TV connected with the HDMI cable.
If this function is set [WHITE BAL.] NightShot [SHARPNESS] [CINEMA EFECT] [SHUTTR SPEED] of the RING NightShot, [CINEMA EFECT], [OLD MOVIE], [SMTH SLW REC] [AE SHIFT] [FIREWORKS], [MANUAL] of [EXPOSURE], [CINEMA EFECT] [SPOT FOCUS] [SCENE SELECT] [TELE MACRO] [SCENE SELECT], during tape recording [COLOR SLOW S] • You cannot record or a distorted picture may be recorded if the tape has been used repeatedly for recording. NightShot, [SCENE SELECT], [MANUAL] of [SHUTTR SPEED] , [FADER], [D.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Not available If this function is set [CINEMA EFECT] of [D.EFFECT] [SCENE SELECT], [SPOT METER], [MANUAL] of [EXPOSURE], other than 0 in [AE SHIFT], [PICT.EFFECT], when [ WIDE SELECT] is set to [4:3] [SMTH SLW REC] [CANDLE], [FIREWORKS], [MANUAL] of [SHUTTR SPEED] , [SUPER NS], [COLOR SLOW S], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT] • When [COLOR BAR] is set, all the “Not available” menu items on the list are not available.
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators E:61:ss / E:62:ss / E:91:ss • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Inform them of the 5-digit code, which starts from “E.” If indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following. Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Warning indicators and messages (Continued) Q (Warning indicators pertaining to the tape) Slow flashing: • There is less than 5 minutes remaining on the tape. • No cassette is inserted.* • The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock (p. 89).* Fast flashing: • The tape has run out.* Z (Eject cassette warning)* Slow flashing: • The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock (p. 89). Fast flashing: • Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 95).
Memory Stick folders are full. • You cannot create folders exceeding 999MSDCF. You cannot delete created folders using your camcorder. • You will have to format the “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 47), or delete them using your computer. x Dual Rec Cannot save still picture. • Do not eject “Memory Stick Duo” while still images are being stored onto it (p. 24). x PictBridge compliant printer Check the connected device. • Switch off the printer and switch it on again, then disconnect the USB cable and reconnect it.
Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any country/region using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. Viewing HDV format pictures recorded in HDV format You need an HDV1080i compatible TV (or monitor) with a component jack and AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.
Maintenance and precautions Usable cassette tapes Your camcorder is capable of recording in both HDV and DV formats. You can use mini DV format cassettes only. Use a cassette with the mark. Your camcorder is not compatible with the Cassette Memory function. What is the HDV format? The HDV format is a video format developed to record and play back digital high definition (HD) video signals on a DV cassette.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) 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. Do not put a label along this border. Labeling position 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.
• 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. • 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.” • Do not let the “Memory Stick Duo” get wet.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack This unit is compatible with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series). Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” L series battery packs have the mark. What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder and an optional AC Adaptor/ charger.
• Each battery’s life is governed by storage, operating and environmental conditions. About i.LINK The HDV/DV Interface on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant Interface. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is i.LINK? 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. z Tips • i.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) b Notes • When connecting your camcorder to another i.LINK-compatible device, be sure to turn off the power of the device and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) before connecting or disconnecting the i.LINK cable. About the required i.LINK cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during HDV/DV dubbing). About x.v.Color • x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark of Sony.
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, [%Z 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.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) – The following phenomenon occurs in DV format. 2 Touch t [MENU] t (STANDARD SET) t [CALIBRATION] t . CALIBRATION Block-noise appears. 1/3 Touch the "x" CANCEL The playback screen goes blank. (Solid blue screen) • The video heads will degrade after long use. If you cannot obtain a clear image even after using a cleaning cassette (optional), it might be because the video heads are worn out.
• 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 (CHG).
Specifications System Video recording system (HDV) 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Video recording system (DV) 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Still image recording system Exif Ver. 2.
*2 The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid CMOS sensor and image processing system (new Enhanced Imaging Processor) allows for still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. Input/Output connectors LCD screen Picture 6.7 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total dot number 211 200 (960 × 220) Power requirements DC 7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption During camera recording using the viewfinder with normal brightness: HDV recording 4.6 W DV recording 4.
Specifications (Continued) Output voltage DC 8.4 V* 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.) 48 × 29 × 81 mm (1 15/16 × 1 3/16 × 3 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) excluding the projecting parts Mass (approx.) 170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord (mains lead) * See the label on the AC Adaptor for other specifications. Rechargeable battery pack (NP-F570) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 15.
Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. A E F G H B C I J D K L M N O P K “Memory Stick Duo” slot (20) B HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) (31, 63, 65) L HDMI OUT jack (Output only) (31) C LANC jack (blue) The LANC control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video devices and peripherals connected to it.
Identifying parts and controls (Continued) A B C D G H E I F J K L M N O P Q R A Eyecup I Battery pack (15) B Viewfinder (19) J CHG (charge) lamp (15) C LCD screen/touch panel (7, 19) K DC IN jack (15) D LCD ON/OFF switch (19) L MANUAL button (25) E Lens hood release lever (14) M NIGHTSHOT switch (25) F Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (19) N BACK LIGHT button (26) G Hook for the Shoulder belt Attach the Shoulder belt (optional).
A D B E C F G H I E Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (8) B Cassette compartment lid (20) F Infrared port C G Grip belt OPEN/EJECT lever (20) D REC lamp (Camera recording lamp) • The REC lamp lights up in red during recording (p. 58). • The REC lamp flashes if the remaining tape or battery power is low. Quick Reference A Microphone (13) H RING (25) I Tripod receptacle Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording still images during tape recording (Dual Rec) Recording movies 2 4 3 1 qs 6 7 A Recording format ( (54) 2 5 9 101 qa 3 4.6M ) Recording mode (SP or LP) is also displayed in the DV format. B Remaining battery (approx.
Viewing movies 2 Viewing still images qf 4 5 qh 0 2 qj qk ql 6.1M 1 MEMORY PLAY w; wf wg qg 8 wa ws wd 8 N Tape transport indicator P Data file name O Video operation buttons (27) Q Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures in the current playback folder R Playback folder (48) S Previous/Next folder icon The following indicators appear when the first or last picture of the current folder is displayed and when there are multiple folders on the same “Memory Stick Duo.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued) Indicators when you made changes Upper left Center Indicator Color Slow Shutter (43) Upper right PictBridge connecting (69) 120 Q.REC EZ +2 Bottom Bottom Meaning Recording format (54) Indicator WB SHIFT (42) Picture effect (51) Digital effect (50) Manual focus (42) 9 Recording mode* (54) SCENE SELECT (39) Self-timer recording (44) WIDE SELECT* (54) QUICK REC** (59) Interval photo recording (49) Sharpness (41) Backlight (26) .
** The setting can be made only for the pictures in the HDV format. b Notes • Indicators and their positions are approximate and differ from what you actually see.
Index Numeric 1080i/480i.............................56 12BIT....................................54 16BIT....................................54 480i.......................................56 A AC Adaptor ..........................15 AE SHIFT.......................41, 83 ALL ERASE.........................47 AUDIO MIX ........................54 AUDIO MODE ....................54 AUTOSLW SHTR (Auto slow shutter)...............41 AU.LVL DISP (Audio level display) ............55 A/V connecting cable .....
N NEG.ART .............................51 REC FOLDER (Recording folder)................ 48 NEW FOLDER.....................48 REC MODE (Recording mode) ................ 54 NS LIGHT (NightShot Light) .................43 Rec review............................ 30 NTSC ..............................81, 88 STILL SET ...........................46 SUNRSE SUNSET (Sunrise and sunset)..............39 SUPER NS (Super NightShot).................43 Recording ............................. 22 Recording time .......
Index (Continued) X X.V.COLOR...................45, 94 Z ZEBRA .................................44 Zoom ....................................
3-278-988-11(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference The supplied CD-ROM includes Operating Guide for the HVR-HD1000 series. (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese versions). For more details, see “Using the CD-ROM Manual” on page 11. US http://www.sony.
