2-319-806-11(1) Enjoying pictures with high definition quality 11 Getting Started 13 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-HC5/HC7 Recording/ 22 Playback US Using the Menu 40 Dubbing/Editing 65 Using a Computer 74 Troubleshooting 79 Additional Information 91 Quick Reference 105 Spanish Quick Guide/ 116 Guía rápida en español Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.
WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For Customers in the U.S.A. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them. Cleaning Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Continued) Lightning Safety Check For added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.
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. For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.
Read this first (Continued) Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Black point White, red, blue or green point Viewfinder LCD panel • Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause malfunctions. • Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. Take pictures of the sun only in low light conditions, such as at dusk. • The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof or waterproof.
Read this first (Continued) On playing back HDV tapes on other devices You cannot play back a tape recorded in the HDV format on DV format video cameras or on mini DV players (The screen appears blue). Check the contents of tapes by playing them back on this camcorder prior to playing them back on other devices. 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.
Table of Contents Note on the icons used in this manual Features available for the HDV format only Features available for the DV format only IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .........3 Read this first .................................. 5 Enjoying pictures with high definition quality Trying out the new HDV format! ... 11 Viewing video recorded in the HDV format! ......................................... 12 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items .....................................................
Dubbing/Editing Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders .................................... 65 Recording pictures from a VCR ... 68 Dubbing pictures from a tape to a “Memory Stick Duo” .................... 70 Deleting recorded pictures from the “Memory Stick Duo” .................... 70 Marking images on the “Memory Stick Duo” with specific information (Print mark/Image protection) .............. 71 Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) ........................
Enjoying pictures with high definition quality Trying out the new HDV format! Shooting in the HDV format High image quality What is the HDV format? The HDV format is a new video format for shooting and playing back high definition images on popular DV standard cassette tapes. • Your camcorder adopts the HDV1080i specification, which utilizes 1,080 effective scanning lines, within the HDV standards, and records pictures at the image bit rate of about 25 Mbps.
Viewing video recorded in the HDV format! Viewing on a high definition TV (p. 35) Pictures recorded in the HDV format can be played back as crisp HD (high definition) pictures on a high definition TV. • For details on HDV1080i compliant TVs, see page 35. Viewing on a 16:9 (wide)/4:3 TV (p. 37) Your camcorder can down convert video recorded in the HDV format to SD (standard definition) image quality for playback on a conventional TV. Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders (p.
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. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 14) USB cable (1) (p. 72) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) (p. 14, 95) Getting Started Power cord (1) (p. 14) CD-ROM “Handycam Application Software” (1) (p. 76) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 108) A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack 2 POWER switch 1 DC IN jack 3 4 Battery pack /CHG (charge) lamp DC plug 4 To the wall outlet AC Adaptor Power cord You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) (p. 95) after attaching it to your camcorder. b Notes • You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the H series to your camcorder. 1 Attach the battery pack to your Adaptor and the wall outlet. The /CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts.
To remove the battery pack Remaining battery (approx.) Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and remove the battery pack. 81 90 Recording capacity (approx.) Indicator BATT (battery release) lever Status Sufficient power remaining Getting Started You can check the remaining battery charge on the LCD screen. Battery low, recording/ playback will stop soon. Replace the battery with a fully charged one, or charge the battery.
Step2: Charging the battery pack (Continued) Battery pack Recording Format NP-FH60 (supplied) NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Continuous Typical recording recording time time* DV HDV DV 100 110 55 60 Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
• When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use an NP-FH70 or NPFH100 battery pack. On the AC Adaptor • Use the nearby wall outlet when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. • Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects.
Step 3: Turning the power on and setting the date and time (Continued) 3 Set [M] (month), then touch and repeat for [D] (day), hour and minute. For midnight, set it to 12:00 AM. For midday, set it to 12:00 PM. The clock starts. To turn off the power Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). To reset the date and time You can set the desired date and time by touching t [MENU] t (TIME/LANGU.) t [CLOCK SET] (p. 40).
Step 4: Making setting adjustments before recording The LCD panel The viewfinder Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 180 degrees (max.) DISPLAY/BATT INFO You can view pictures using the viewfinder to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the picture seen on the LCD screen is poor. Viewfinder Getting Started 2 1 90 degrees (max.
Step 5: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” Cassette tape 3 Close the lid. You can use mini DV (p. 92). cassettes only b Notes To eject the cassette • The recordable time varies depending on [ REC MODE] (p. 58). Open the lid following the same procedure as described in step 1 and remove the cassette. 1 Slide and hold the OPEN/ EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow and open the lid.
To eject a “Memory Stick Duo” Lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo” in once. b Notes Getting Started • 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. • If you force 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.
Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam) With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automatically optimally adjusted, which frees you from detailed adjustments. The screen font size increases for easy viewing. E If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button. A D F B C Movies Still images 1 Slide the POWER switch E to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp. 2 Press EASY C. switch E to turn on the CAMERAMEMORY lamp. 2 Press EASY C.
Playing back movies/still images Slide the POWER switch E to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. Touch the buttons on the touch panel A as follows. Movies Still images Touch to rewind, then touch to start playback. Touch t / to select a picture. A C A GUIDE C MENU B B A GUIDE (p. 32) B Tape playback C Previous/Next D Delete (p. 70) Recording/Playback A Stop B Play/Pause toggles C Rewind/Fast forward D x To cancel Easy Handycam operation Press EASY C again. disappears from the screen.
Recording Lens cover Opens in accordance with the setting of the POWER switch. PHOTO POWER switch START/STOP B START/STOP A Recording movies Movies are recorded on a tape. Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp. If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button. Press START/STOP A (or B). 60min STBY 60min GUIDE 60min P-MENU [STBY] REC 60min GUIDE [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
Recording still images Still images are recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.” Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp. If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button. Beep min Shutter click 6.1M GUIDE min P-MENU Recording/Playback Press and hold PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully to record. 6.1M GUIDE P-MENU Flashing bLights up A shutter sound is heard.
Recording (Continued) Zooming You can magnify images to 10 times the original size with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD panel. Power zoom lever Wider range of view: (Wide angle) 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. 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp, then press START/STOP to start tape recording. 2 Press PHOTO fully.
• For HDR-HC5: When the POWER switch is set to CAMERATAPE, still images will be recorded at image size 2.3M in the HDV format, 1.7M (4:3) or 2.3M (16:9) in the DV format. • For HDR-HC7: When the POWER switch is set to CAMERATAPE, 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.
Recording (Continued) r (Forced flash): Always uses the flash regardless of the surrounding brightness. r (No flash): Records without flash. b Notes • The recommended distance to the subject when using the built-in flash is 0.3 to 2.5 m (1 to 8 feet). • Remove any dust from the surface of the flash lamp before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if heat discoloration or dust obscures the lamp. • The /CHG (charge) lamp flickers when charging the flash, and remains lit when the flash charge is ready.
Playback Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it 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. GUIDE P-MENU Rewind/Fast forward Stop** * Playback automatically stops if pause is engaged for more than 3 minutes.
Playback (Continued) Viewing still images Touch . The most recently recorded image is displayed. 60 min 60min 10/10 6.1M MEMORY PLAY GUIDE 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 or the zoom buttons on the LCD panel. 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].
Using the guide functions (USAGE GUIDE) You can easily select the desired setting screens by using the guide functions (USAGE GUIDE). 60min STBY GUIDE P-MENU Your camcorder has 4 guide functions as shown below. SHOOT GUIDE: Takes you to the setting screens related to recording. CNNECT GUIDE: Recommends the appropriate connection method for your device. For details, see page 35. USEFUL GUIDE: Takes you to the setting screens related to the basic operations.
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 CAMERA-TAPE lamp lights up (p. 24). Touch . 60min END SEARCH 1 You can view about 2 seconds of the scene recorded just before you stopped the tape. Make sure that the CAMERA-TAPE lamp lights up (p. 24). Touch t 60min .
Searching for the starting point (Continued) 1 During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander at a point you want to locate later on. The tape counter is reset to “0:00:00” and appears on the screen. 60min 0:00:00 • Zero set memory will not function correctly if there is a blank section between recorded sections on the tape. Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search) Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.
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. 14). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. b Notes Jacks on your camcorder Open the jack cover in the direction of the arrow and connect the cable. Your camcorder helps you select the appropriate connection for your device.
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 B Camcorder 3 Cable TV HDMI IN HDMI cable (optional) Menu Setting (STANDARD SET) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (57) (STANDARD SET) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (57) [i.LINK CONV] t [OFF] (60) C 4 i.LINK cable (supplied) 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 [TV TYPE] setting to match your TV (p. 60). 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. 58).
: Signal flow, ( ): Reference pages Type Camcorder Cable TV Menu Setting (STANDARD SET) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (57) [TV TYPE] t [16:9]/[4:3] (60) A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) 2 (White) (Red) (Yellow) 2 A/V connecting cable (supplied) (Yellow) (White) (Red) When connecting to your TV via a VCR Select one of the connecting methods on page 65, according to the input jack of the VCR. Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable.
Using the Menu Using the menu items 1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the respective lamp. CAMERA-TAPE lamp: settings on a tape CAMERA-MEMORY lamp: Duo” settings on a “Memory Stick PLAY/EDIT lamp: 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.
Menu items Available menu items (z) vary depending on which lamp is lit. During Easy Handycam operation, the setting is set automatically as shown in the following list. Position of lamp: TAPE MEMORY PLAY/EDIT Easy Handycam CAMERA SET menu (p.
Menu items (Continued) Position of lamp: TAPE MEMORY PLAY/EDIT Easy Handycam – – z – – – z z – – – ON – – z – – – z z z – – – VCR HDV/DV REC FORMAT – z – – z – DV SET z – z VOLUME MIC LEVEL*4 z*4 z z*4 – z – LCD/VF SET z z z COMPONENT i.LINK CONV TV TYPE DISP GUIDE STATUS CHECK GUIDEFRAME COLOR BAR*4 DATA CODE REMAINING REMOTE CTRL REC LAMP BEEP DISP OUTPUT MENU ROTATE A.
CAMERA SET menu Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions FIREWORKS* ( ) Select to record all the splendor of fireworks. The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 40 for details on selecting menu items. LANDSCAPE* ( SCENE SELECT ) 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) * Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away only. ** Adjusted not to focus on subjects a short distance away. b Notes • If you set [SCENE SELECT], the settings of [SHUTTR SPEED] (HDR-HC7) and [WHITE BAL.] are canceled. 1 Touch [MANUAL]. appears. 2 Adjust the exposure by touching . 3 Touch . To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO] t . z Tips • For HDR-HC7: You can also adjust the setting manually using the CAM CTRL dial (p. 27).
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]. • For HDR-HC7: You can also adjust the setting manually using the CAM CTRL dial (p. 27). You can adjust the color intensity with / . appears when [CAMERA COLOR] is anything other than the default setting.
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. 26) moves to the top of the T (Telephoto) side automatically and allows for recording subjects at a close distance as follows: For HDR-HC5: down to about 37 cm (14 5/ 8 in.). For HDR-HC7: down to about 45 cm (17 3/ 4 in.). Set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then press the (flash) button (p.
CAMERA SET menu (Continued) NS LIGHT (NightShot Light) When using either the NightShot (p. 28) or [SUPER NS] (p. 47) function to record, you can record clearer pictures by setting [NS LIGHT], which emits infrared light (invisible), to [ON] (the default setting). b Notes • Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects (p. 107). • Remove the conversion lens (optional). • The maximum shooting distance using [NS LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet).
z Tips • You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on the Remote Commander (p. 108). DIGITAL ZOOM You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than 10 × (the default setting) while recording on a tape. Note that the image quality decreases when you are using the digital zoom. 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.
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 40 for details on selecting menu items. STILL SET x ) Records still images at the fine image quality level. STANDARD ( ) Records still images at the standard image quality level. b Notes •[ IMAGE SIZE] can be set only when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY.
6.1M 2848 × 2136 4.6M 2848 × 1602 3.1M 2048 × 1536 6.1M 4.6M 3.1M VGA 640 × 480 When the POWER switch is set to PLAY/ EDIT* 1.2M 1440 × 810 VGA 640 × 480 0.
MEMORY SET menu (Continued) 1 Select [ALL FILES] or [CURRNT FOLDER]. [ALL FILES]: Deletes all the images on the “Memory Stick Duo.” [CURRNT FOLDER]: Deletes all the images in the selected folder. 2 Touch [YES] twice t . b Notes • The folder will not be deleted even when you delete all the pictures in the folder. • Do not do any of the following while [ Erasing all data…] is displayed: – Operate the POWER switch/operation buttons. – Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.
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 40 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. 70) or record them on VCR or DVD/HDD recorders (p. 65). 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) Settings for editing or playing back in various modes • The image quality of [SMTH SLW REC] is somewhat less than normal recording. To cancel [SMTH SLW REC], select [END]. PictBridge PRINT See page 72. See page 40 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) Settings while recording on a tape or other basic settings The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 40 for details on selecting menu items. See page 68.
STANDARD SET menu (Continued) b Notes b Notes • Disconnect the i.LINK cable before changing the [VCR HDV/DV] setting. Otherwise, the connected device, such as a VCR, may not be 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.
60min 0:00:00:00 AUDIO MIX LCD/VF SET The recorded picture will not be affected by this operation. 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. x LCD BRIGHT You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. 1 Adjust the brightness with 2 Touch . / . x LCD BL LEVEL You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’s backlight.
STANDARD SET menu (Continued) COMPONENT Select [COMPONENT] when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component input jack. B 16:9 Select to view your pictures on a 16:9 (wide) TV. 16:9 (wide) pictures 4:3 pictures 480i Select when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component input jack. B 1080i/480i Select when connecting your camcorder to a TV that has the component input jack and is capable of displaying the 1080i signal. 4:3 Select to view your pictures on a 4:3 standard TV.
b Notes GUIDEFRAME You can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical by setting [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON]. The frame is not recorded. Press DISPLAY/ BATT INFO to make the frame disappear. z Tips • Placing the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition. COLOR BAR (HDR-HC7) REMAINING DATA CODE During playback, displays the information (data code) recorded automatically at the time of recording. Data code is not displayed.
STANDARD SET menu (Continued) BEEP QUICK REC (Quick recording) B ON A beeping sound starts when you start/stop recording, or operate the touch panel. OFF Cancels the beeping sound and shutter sound. 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.
TIME/LANGU. menu Customizing Personal Menu See page 40 for details on selecting menu items. You can add desired menu items to any Personal Menu, and customize Personal Menu settings for each POWER lamp position. This is convenient if you add frequently used menu items to Personal Menu. CLOCK SET See page 17. WORLD TIME When using your camcorder abroad, you can set the time difference by touching / , the clock will be adjusted in accordance with the time difference.
Customizing Personal Menu (Continued) Deleting a menu item 1 Touch t [P-MENU SET UP] t [DELETE]. If the desired menu item is not displayed, touch / . 60min STBY Select button to delete. END DISP GUIDE MENU 1/3 0:00:00 SCENE SELECT SMOOTH SLWREC TELE MACRO FADER want to delete. 3 Touch [YES] t t [P-MENU SET UP] t [SORT]. If the desired menu item is not displayed, touch / . 2 Touch the menu item you want to 3 Touch / to move the menu item to the desired place.
Dubbing/Editing Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 14). 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. z Tips • [CONNECTGUIDE] recommends the appropriate connection method for your device (p. 32).
Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders (Continued) 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. A/V OUT HDV/DV 1 2 Using an i.LINK cable (supplied) Select the required settings from the table below and make the menu settings. b Notes • Disconnect the i.
3 Connect your recording device (VCR or DVD/HDD recorder) to your camcorder. See page 65 for connection details. 4 Start playback on your camcorder, and recording on the recording device. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording device for details. • When dubbing to a DVD recorder from your camcorder through an i.LINK cable, you may not operate your camcorder on your DVD recorder even if its instruction manual says you can.
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 using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 14). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
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 1 Perform steps 1 to 4 in “Recording movies.” 2 Start playing the cassette. The pictures on the VCR appear on the screen of your camcorder. 3 Press PHOTO lightly at the scene (Stop) or [REC PAUSE]. t Recording still images you want to record. Check the image and press it fully.
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 Deleting recorded pictures from the “Memory Stick Duo” 1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/ EDIT lamp. 2 Touch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/ EDIT lamp. 60 min 60min 101–0001 0001 101 . 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. 93). Selecting still images for printing (Print mark) This may change the information of the images with the Print mark put on using the other device.
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 (p. 14). Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” containing still images into your camcorder and turn on the printer. Connecting your camcorder to the printer 1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/ EDIT lamp.
• • • • • Dubbing/Editing – 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 What you can do with Windows computer When you install the “Picture Motion Browser” on a Windows computer from the supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the following operations. b Notes • You cannot install the supplied software, “Picture Motion Browser,” on a Macintosh computer. x Exporting imported movies from a computer to your camcorder You can send movies which were imported to the computer back to your camcorder in HD (high definition) image quality.
System requirements When using “Picture Motion Browser” OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Media Center Edition Standard installation is required. For processing HD footage, Windows XP SP2 is required. Operation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded or in a multiboot environment. Application: DirectX 9.0c or later (This product is based on DirectX technology. It is necessary to have DirectX installed.
Installing the “First Step Guide” and software You need to install the “First Step Guide” and software to your Windows computer before connecting your camcorder to the computer. The installation is required only for the first time. Contents to be installed and procedures may differ depending on your OS. z Tips 4 Click [FirstStepGuide]. 5 Select the desired language and the model name of your camcorder from the pull-down menu. • See page 78 when you use a Macintosh computer.
4 Check your area and country/ 8 Follow the on-screen instructions region, then click [Next]. to install the software. The software to be installed will be configured according to your country/ region. Depending on the computer, you may need to install third party software (shown below). If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to install the required software. 5 Read [License Agreement], select [I accept the terms of the license agreement] when you agree, then click [Next].
Viewing “First Step Guide” Using a Macintosh computer To view “First Step Guide” on your computer, Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver.6.0 or later is recommended. Doubleclick the short-cut icon for “First Step Guide” on the desktop. You can copy the still images from the “Memory Stick Duo” to the Macintosh. Install “First Step Guide” in the supplied CD-ROM. z Tips • The supplied software “Picture Motion Browser” does not operate on Mac OS.
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/Easy Handycam/ Remote Commander..............................79 • Batteries/Power sources ........................80 • LCD screen/viewfinder .........................80 • Cassette tapes/“Memory Stick Duo”.....81 • Recording ..............................................
Troubleshooting (Continued) • Cover the sensor of your VCR with black paper. Batteries/Power sources The power abruptly turns off. • When approximately 5 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate your camcorder, the camcorder is automatically turned off (A.SHUT OFF). Change the setting of [A.SHUT OFF] (p. 62), or turn on the power again (p. 17), or use the AC Adaptor. • Charge the battery pack (p. 14). The /CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged.
is not displayed. • During Easy Handycam operation, not all menu items are functional. Cancel Easy Handycam operation (p. 23). The picture in the viewfinder is not clear. • Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever until the picture appears clearly (p. 19). The picture in the viewfinder has disappeared. • Close the LCD panel. The picture is not displayed in the viewfinder when the LCD panel is open (p. 19). Cassette tapes/“Memory Stick Duo” The cassette cannot be ejected from the compartment.
Troubleshooting (Continued) The data file name is not indicated correctly, or flashes. • The file is damaged. • Use the file format compatible with your camcorder (p. 93). Recording Refer also to “Cassette tapes/“Memory Stick Duo”” section (p. 81). The tape does not start when you press START/STOP. • Slide the POWER switch to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp (p. 24). • The tape has reached the end. Rewind it, or insert a new cassette. • Set the write-protect tab to REC or insert a new cassette (p. 92).
[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. 28). The auto focus does not function. • Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO] (p. 46). • The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p. 46). [STEADYSHOT] does not function. • Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 49). The BACK LIGHT function does not function.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Playback No sound or only a low sound is heard. Refer also to “Cassette tapes/“Memory Stick Duo”” section (p. 81). You cannot play back a tape. • Slide the POWER switch to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. • Rewind the tape (p. 29). You cannot play back in reverse direction. • Reverse playback is not possible with the tape recorded in the HDV format. Image data stored on a “Memory Stick Duo” cannot be played back.
• There is a blank section between recorded sections of the tape. This is not a malfunction. No picture appears during [END SEARCH] or Rec Review. • The tape was recorded in both HDV and 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 (4CH MIC REC). This camcorder does not comply with the 4ch microphone recording standard.
Troubleshooting (Continued) You cannot dub correctly using the A/V connecting cable. • You cannot input externally from a device connected with the A/V connecting cable. • The A/V connecting cable is not connected properly. Make sure that the A/V connecting 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 or the picture is distorted during dubbing.
Not available If this function is set Not available If this function is set [EXPOSURE] NightShot [WHITE BAL.] NightShot [CINEMA EFECT] of [D.EFFECT] [SHARPNESS] [CINEMA EFECT] [SHUTTR SPEED] of the CAM CTRL dial (HDR-HC7) NightShot, [CINEMA EFECT], [OLD MOVIE], [SMTH SLW REC] [AE SHIFT] [FIREWORKS], [MANUAL] of [EXPOSURE], [CINEMA EFECT] [SCENE SELECT], [SPOT METER], [MANUAL] of [EXPOSURE], other than 0 in [AE SHIFT], [PICT.
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators • 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.
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. 92).* Fast flashing: • The tape has run out.* Z (Eject cassette warning)* (Warning indicator pertaining to camera-shake warning) • The amount of lights is not sufficient, so camera-shake easily occurs. Use the flash. • The camcorder is unsteady, so camerashake easily occurs.
Warning indicators and messages (Continued) x “Memory Stick Duo” Reinsert the Memory Stick. (p. 20) • Reinsert the “Memory Stick Duo” a few times. If even then the indicator flashes, the “Memory Stick Duo” might be damaged. Try with another “Memory Stick Duo.” This Memory Stick is not formatted correctly. • Check the format, then format the “Memory Stick Duo” as necessary (p. 52, 93). Memory Stick folders are full. • You cannot create folders exceeding 999MSDCF.
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.
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.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) Notes on use 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). • If you use the “Memory Stick Duo” near magnets or magnetic fields.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack • This unit is compatible with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series). Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” H 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.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) 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. 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? i.
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 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. • xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) 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.
CALIBRATION 1/3 The playback screen goes blank. (Solid blue screen) Touch the "x" CANCEL • 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. Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility to have the video heads replaced. LCD screen • Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause damage.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) Specifications On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery System 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). The preinstalled rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor or while the battery pack is inserted.
Image device HDR-HC5: 5.9 mm (1/3 type) CMOS sensor Recording pixels (still, 4:3): Max. 4.0 mega (2 304 × 1 728) pixels*2 Gross: Approx. 2 100 000 pixels Effective (movie, 16:9): Approx. 1 430 000 pixels Effective (movie, 4:3): Approx. 1 080 000 pixels Effective (still, 16:9): Approx. 1 490 000 pixels Effective (still, 4:3): Approx. 1 990 000 pixels HDR-HC7: Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T 10 × (Optical), 20 × (Digital) Focal length HDR-HC5: f=5.1 ~ 51 mm (7/32 ~ 2 1/8 in.
Specifications (Continued) Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10-pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) COMPONENT OUT jack Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) PB/PR, CB/CR: ± 350 mV, 75 Ω (ohms) HDMI OUT jack TypeA (19-pin) Headphone jack (HDR-HC7) Stereo minijack (Ø 3.5 mm) LANC jack Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.
Mass (approx.) HDR-HC5: 530 g (1 lb 2 oz) main unit only 630 g (1 lb 6 oz) including the NPFH60 rechargeable battery pack and DVM60 cassette. HDR-HC7: 550 g (1 lb 3 oz) main unit only 650 g (1 lb 6 oz) including the NPFH60 rechargeable battery pack and DVM60 cassette. Supplied accessories See page 13. Dimensions (approx.) 31.8 × 33.3 × 45.0 mm (1 5/16 × 1 5/16 × 1 13/16 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 80 g (2.
Specifications (Continued) On trademarks Notes on the License • “Handycam” and 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 AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206. • • • • are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. 1 8 2 3 4 5 9 q; qa 6 qs 7 qd A Power zoom lever (26) B PHOTO button (25) C Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (19) D Viewfinder (19) E Eyecup F HDMI OUT jack (Output only) (35) • The available video signals are read, and the appropriate output format is selected and output automatically. • You can check the setup value of HDMI OUTPUT on [STATUS CHECK] (p. 60).
Identifying parts and controls (Continued) 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 0 qa qs 5 6 LANC HDV/DV qd qf qg A HDR-HC7: MANUAL button (27) B HDR-HC7: CAM CTRL dial (27) C NIGHTSHOT switch (28) D BACK LIGHT button (28) qh G DISPLAY/BATT INFO button (15) H (USB) jack (72) I Speaker Playback sounds come out from the speaker. For how to adjust the volume, see page 29.
1 3 4 2 5 6 7 qs 8 9 q; qa qd A OPEN/EJECT lever (20) I Cassette compartment lid (20) J BATT (battery release) lever (15) C Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (8) K Battery pack (14) D Remote sensor/Infrared port Point the Remote Commander (p. 108) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. L Grip belt (19) E Microphone An Active Interface Shoe compatible microphone (optional) will take precedence when connected.
Identifying parts and controls (Continued) Remote Commander * These buttons are not available during Easy Handycam operation. 7 b Notes 8 1 2 • Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. • Aim the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p. 107). 9 3 To change the battery of the Remote Commander 4 5 q; 6 Insulation sheet 1 While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery case.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording still images during tape recording (Dual Rec) Recording movies 2 3 4 2 5 1 q; qa 101 3 qs 4 FINE 4.6M qd qd GUIDE GUIDE 6 7 8 A Recording format ( (58) 6 9 or ) Recording mode (SP or LP) is also displayed in the DV format. B Remaining battery (approx.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued) Viewing movies 2 Viewing still images qg 4 5 2 qj qa qk ql w; 6.
Indicators when you made changes Upper left Center Indicator Color Slow Shutter (48) Upper right PictBridge connecting (72) 120 Q.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued) Other indicator Indicator Meaning Information (89) Checking the screen indicators (Display guide) You can easily check the meaning of each indicator that appears on the LCD screen. 1 Touch [GUIDE] t [DISP GUIDE]. 60min STBY GUIDE P-MENU 2 Touch the area including the indicator that you want to check. The meanings of the indicators in the area are listed on the screen. If you cannot find the indicator you want to check, touch / to toggle.
Index Numeric COMPONENT..................... 60 FLASH (Flash motion).........54 1080i/480i .............................60 COMPONENT OUT jack ...................................... 35, 106 FOCUS ...........................46, 83 Component video cable........ 36 Frame-by-frame Playback ....56 12BIT....................................58 16BIT....................................58 480i .......................................60 A AC Adaptor...........................14 AE SHIFT.......................
Index (Continued) M Playing time ......................... 16 Macintosh .............................78 Maintenance and precautions ..............................................92 PORTRAIT (Soft portrait)... 43 Power cord ........................... 14 MEMORY SET menu ..........50 Print...................................... 72 “Memory Stick” ...................93 Print mark ............................ 71 “Memory Stick Duo”............20 FORMAT ......................52 Q Menu....................
V VAR.SPD PB (Various speed playback) .....56 VF B.LIGHT (Viewfinder brightness) ........59 VOLUME .............................59 W Warning indicators................88 Warning messages ................89 WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift) ...........46 WHITE BAL. (White balance)...............44, 87 WHITE FADER ...................53 Windows .........................74, 75 WORLD TIME.....................63 Write-protect tab .............92, 93 X X.V.COLOR ...................49, 97 Z ZEBRA ..................
Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español Paso 1: Comprobación de los elementos suministrados Asegúrese de que su videocámara contiene los siguientes elementos. El número entre paréntesis indica la cantidad del elemento. Adaptador de alimentación de ca (1) Cable USB (1) Batería recargable NP-FH60 (1) Cable de alimentación (1) CD-ROM “Handycam Application Software” (1) Guía de operaciones (Este manual) (1) Control remoto inalámbrico (1) Tiene instalada una pila de litio tipo botón.
Paso 2: Carga de la batería 2 Interruptor POWER 1 Toma DC IN 3 4 Batería 4 Al tomacorriente de pared Adaptador de alimentación de ca Cable de alimentación Para cargar la batería “InfoLITHIUM” (serie H), conéctela a la videocámara. b Notas • No puede conectar ninguna batería “InfoLITHIUM” que no sea de la serie H a la videocámara. 4 Conecte el cable de alimentación al adaptador de alimentación de ca y al tomacorriente de pared. El indicador /CHG (carga) se enciende y se inicia el proceso de carga.
Paso 2: Carga de la batería (Continuación) Para retirar la batería Carga restante de la batería (aprox.) Deslice el interruptor POWER hasta la posición OFF (CHG). Deslice la palanca BATT (liberación de la batería) y retire la batería. NIVEL CARGA BATERÍA TIEMPO GRAB DISPON 81 PANT.LCD VISOR 90 Capacidad de grabación (aprox.) Puede comprobar la carga restante de la batería en la pantalla LCD.
HDR-HC5 Batería b Notas Tiempo de grabación continua Tiempo de grabación normal* • Todo los tiempos se calcularon en las siguientes condiciones: Parte superior: con la luz de fondo de la pantalla LCD encendida. Parte central: con la luz de fondo de la pantalla LCD apagada. Parte inferior: Grabación con el visor mientras el panel LCD se encuentra cerrado.
Paso 2: Carga de la batería (Continuación) Acerca de la batería • Antes de cambiar la batería, deslice el interruptor POWER a la posición OFF (CHG). • El indicador /CHG (carga) parpadeará durante la carga o la información de la batería no se mostrará correctamente en las siguientes condiciones. – La batería no está correctamente conectada. – La batería está dañada. – La batería está agotada (sólo para la información de la batería).
2 Ajuste [A] (año) con luego toque z Sugerencias / , . Puede seleccionar cualquier año hasta el año 2079. 3 Ajuste [M] (mes), luego toque y repita el procedimiento para [D] (día), hora y minuto. Ajuste la medianoche a las 12:00 AM. Ajuste el mediodía a las 12:00 PM. Para apagar la videocámara Deslice el interruptor POWER hasta la posición OFF (CHG). Para restablecer la fecha y la hora Para ajustar la fecha y la hora deseadas, toque t [MENU] t (HORA/LANGU.) t [AJUS.RELOJ].
Paso 4: Ajustes antes de grabar Panel LCD Visor Abra el panel LCD 90 grados con respecto a la videocámara (1) y luego gírelo hacia el mejor ángulo para grabar o reproducir (2). 180 grados (máx.) Puede ver imágenes utilizando el visor para evitar el desgaste de la batería o cuando la imagen en la pantalla LCD sea deficiente. Visor DISPLAY/BATT INFO 2 1 90 grados (máx.
Paso 5: Inserción de una cinta o un “Memory Stick Duo” Cinta de videocasete Solamente puede utilizar videocasetes mini DV . El compartimiento del videocasete se desliza automáticamente hacia adentro. 3 Cierre la tapa. b Notas • El tiempo disponible para grabación varía en función del [ MODO GRAB.]. 1 Deslice y sostenga la palanca OPEN/EJECT en el sentido de la flecha y abra la tapa. OPEN/EJECT Abra la tapa realizando el mismo procedimiento que se describe en el paso 1 y extraiga el videocasete.
Paso 5: Inserción de una cinta o un “Memory Stick Duo” (Continuación) Indicador de acceso Para expulsar un “Memory Stick Duo” Empuje suavemente el “Memory Stick Duo” hacia dentro una vez. b Notas • Cuando el indicador de acceso se enciende o parpadea, la videocámara está leyendo o grabando datos. No sacuda ni golpee la videocámara, la apague, ni extraiga el “Memory Stick Duo” ni retire la batería. De lo contrario, se podrían dañar los datos de imágenes.
Grabación Cubierta del objetivo Se abre según el ajuste del interruptor POWER. PHOTO Interruptor POWER START/STOP B START/STOP A Las películas se graban en una cinta. Deslice el interruptor POWER varias veces en el sentido de la flecha para que se encienda el indicador CAMERA-TAPE. Si el interruptor POWER está ajustado en la posición OFF (CHG), deslícelo mientras presiona el botón verde. Presione START/STOP A (o B). 60min ESPERA 60min GUÍA 60min GRAB.
Grabación (Continuación) Grabación de imágenes fijas Las imágenes fijas se graban en el “Memory Stick Duo”. Deslice el interruptor POWER varias veces en el sentido de la flecha para que se encienda el indicador CAMERA-MEMORY. Si el interruptor POWER está ajustado en la posición OFF (CHG), deslícelo mientras presiona el botón verde. Mantenga presionado ligeramente PHOTO para ajustar el enfoque y luego presiónelo completamente para grabar.
Reproducción Deslice el interruptor POWER en el sentido de la flecha varias veces para encender el indicador PLAY/EDIT. Si el interruptor POWER está ajustado en la posición OFF (CHG), deslícelo mientras presiona el botón verde. Reproducción de películas Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español Toque para rebobinar hasta la escena deseada y luego toque para iniciar la reproducción.
Reproducción (Continuación) Visualización de imágenes fijas Toque . Se visualiza la imagen grabada más recientemente. 60 min 60min 6,1M 10/10 REPR.MEM. GUÍA P-MENU Cambia entre los medios de reproducción* * Anterior/Siguiente Vaya a la visualización de la pantalla de índice aparece en la pantalla de reproducción de cintas. Para visualizar imágenes de un “Memory Stick Duo” en la pantalla de índice Toque . Toque una de las imágenes para regresar al modo de presentación sencilla.
