4-114-858-12(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 GB http://www.sony.net/ Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) -free vegetable oil based ink.
Read this first Before operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Notes on use Types of cassette you can use in your camcorder Your camcorder is capable of recording in HDV, DVCAM and DV formats. When recording in HDV/DV format, Sony recommends that you use mini DV cassettes. When recording in DVCAM format, Sony recommends that you use mini DVCAM cassettes. Your camcorder does not support the Cassette Memory function (p. 116).
Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following part. Lens hood LCD panel Internal microphone About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens • A menu item that is grayed out is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. • The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use.
Read this first (Continued) pack is beyond the safely operable range. In this case, a message appears on the screen or in the viewfinder (p. 113). On recording • Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the picture and sound are recorded without any problems. • Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc.
Table of Contents Read this first ...........................................................................................2 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ..............................................................8 Step 2: Attaching the supplied microphone and the lens hood with lens cover .............................................................................................9 Step 3: Charging the battery pack ..........................................................
Table of Contents (Continued) Locating a scene on a tape .................................................................... 54 Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search) ................ 54 Searching for a recording start point (Index search) .......................... 54 Playing the picture on a TV .................................................................... 56 Using the Menu Using the menu items ........................................................... 62 Menu items ...........
Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ..............................................................115 Maintenance and precautions ..............................................................116 HDV format and recording/playback ................................................ 116 Compatibility of the DVCAM/DV formats........................................... 117 About the “Memory Stick” .................................................................
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. • The cassette tape and “Memory Stick Duo” are not included. See pages 2, 116 and 119 for types of cassette tapes and “Memory Stick Duo” that you can use on your camcorder. AC Adaptor/Charger (AC-VQ1050) (1) (p. 12) Large eyecup (1) (p. 18) Rechargeable battery pack (NP-F570) (1) (p.
Step 2: Attaching the supplied microphone and the lens hood with lens cover Attaching the supplied microphone When you use the supplied microphone (ECM-XM1) for recording sound, do the following steps. 2 Place the microphone A in the microphone holder C with the model name facing upward, close the cover, and shut the clamp. Getting Started 3 Connect the plug of the microphone to the INPUT1 jack D. 4 Put the microphone cable into the cable holder E. Put the cable in the outer cable holder.
Step 2: Attaching the supplied microphone and the lens hood with lens cover (Continued) When the CH1 switch is set to INT MIC appropriate position for the microphone connected to the INPUT1 jack D.
Attaching the lens hood with lens cover To open or close the shutter of the lens hood with lens cover Move the lens cover lever up or down to open or close the lens cover. Getting Started PUSH (lens hood release) button Align the marks on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow 2. Move the lens cover lever to OPEN to open the lens cover, and move the lever to CLOSE to close the lens cover.
Step 3: Charging the battery pack You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series) with the supplied AC Adaptor/Charger. b Notes • You cannot use batteries other than the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series) (p. 120). 2 3 4 1 After charging the battery All segments of the battery mark ( ) appear in the display window when the normal charge of the battery is completed.
To remove the battery pack Recording in the HDV format Slide the POWER switch to OFF. Push the BATT RELEASE (battery release) button and remove the battery pack.
Step 3: Charging the battery pack (Continued) DVCAM (DV) format pictures Battery pack LCD panel opened* Using an outside power source LCD panel closed NP-F570 180 190 NP-F770 375 390 NP-F970 570 595 * When the LCD backlight turns on. On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to OFF. • The Battery Info (p. 53) will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions. – The battery pack is not attached correctly. – The battery pack is damaged.
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor/Charger or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor/Charger.
Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly To record or play back, set the POWER switch to the respective positions. When you use your camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 19). POWER switch 2 Hold the camcorder properly. 3 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the grip belt. 1 Slide the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR while you press the green button. Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green button. CAMERA: To record pictures.
Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder The LCD panel Open the LCD panel 180 degrees (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play back (2). 1Open 180 degrees. The viewfinder Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it until the picture becomes clear. Getting Started 290 degrees (max.) 2180 degrees (max.) b Notes DISPLAY/BATT INFO button • You may see primary colors shimmering in the viewfinder when you move your eye line. This is not a malfunction.
Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder (Continued) When the picture in the viewfinder is hard to see If you cannot see the picture in the viewfinder clearly under bright circumstances, use the supplied large eyecup. To attach the large eyecup, stretch it slightly and align it with the eyecup groove in the viewfinder. You can attach the large eyecup facing either the right or left side. b Notes • Do not remove the pre-attached eyecup.
Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using your camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch positions. z Tips (OTHERS) by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. OTHERS RETURN CAMERA PROF.
Step 6: Setting the date and time (Continued) z Tips • The date and time are automatically recorded on the tape, and can be displayed during playback (DATA CODE button, p. 52). . Changing the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Press the MENU button and select the (OTHERS) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Select the screen language in [LANGUAGE] (p. 91).
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” b Notes Cassette tape See page 116 for details on tapes including which tapes can be used and how to protect from overwriting tapes. 1 Slide and hold the 3 Close the lid. z Tips • The recordable time varies depending on [DV REC MODE] (p. 84). Getting Started OPEN/ EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. • Do not push the portion marked {DO NOT PUSH} while the cassette compartment is sliding in. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” (Continued) 2 Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot in the right direction until it clicks. Access lamp b Notes • If you insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the slot in the wrong direction, the “Memory Stick Duo,” the “Memory Stick Duo” slot, or image data may be damaged. To eject a “Memory Stick Duo” Lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo” once. b Notes • When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder is reading/writing data.
Recording/Playback Recording Recording lamp REC START/ STOP button B Recording lamp Lens hood ASSIGN 7/ PHOTO button POWER switch REC START/STOP button A • This camcorder can record movies in HDV or DVCAM (DV) format. The factory setting is HDV format ([REC FORMAT], p. 83). 1 Open the shutter of the lens hood. Recording/Playback Your camcorder records movies on tape and still images on “Memory Stick Duo.” Do the following steps to record movies.
Recording (Continued) 3 Press the REC START/STOP button A (or B). REC 00:04:50:04 60min [STBY] t [REC] The recording lamp lights up during recording. To stop the movie recording, press the REC START/STOP button again. z Tips • When recording in HDV format, the aspect ratio is fixed to 16:9. When recording in DVCAM (DV) format, you can switch the aspect ratio to 4:3 ([DV WIDE REC], p. 84). • You can change the screen display during recording (p. 52).
To capture still images 1 Assign [PHOTO] to the ASSIGN 7/ PHOTO button (p. 44). 2 Press the ASSIGN 7/PHOTO button or the PHOTO button on the Remote Commander. A still image will be recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.” disappears when the recording is completed. You can capture still images during movie recording. z Tips Capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo” (MB) and the number of recordable pictures 1.2M 1440 × 810 0.9M 1080 × 810 VGA 640 × 480 0.
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings Adjusting the zoom • You can increase the zoom speed of the zoom lever D or the handle zoom A ([SPEED ZOOM], p. 71). Using the handle zoom 1 Set the handle zoom switch B to VAR or FIX. z Tips • When you set the handle zoom switch B to VAR, you can zoom in or out at variable speed. • When you set the handle zoom switch B to FIX, you can zoom in or out at fixed speed set in [HANDLE ZOOM] (p. 71). .
Adjusting the focus manually 9 changes to when the focus cannot be adjusted any farther. 9 changes to when the focus cannot be adjusted any closer. z Tips For focusing manually To restore automatic adjustment You can adjust the focus manually for different recording conditions. Use this function in the following cases. – To record a subject behind a window covered with raindrops. – To record horizontal stripes. – To record a subject with little contrast between the subject and its background.
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued) Using the expanded focus (Expanded focus) Adjusting the image brightness Assign [EXP.FOCUS] to any one of the ASSIGN buttons beforehand (p. 44). During standby, press the ASSIGN button to which [EXP.FOCUS] is assigned. [EXPANDED FOCUS] appears and the center of the screen is magnified by about 2.0 times. It will be easier to confirm the focus setting during manual focusing.
The volume of the light decreases the more that you close the aperture (increasing F value). The current F value appears on the screen. 1 Select (CAMERA SET) menu t [IRIS/EXPOSURE] t [RING ASSIGN] t [IRIS] (p. 67). 2 During recording or standby, set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to MANUAL. 4 Adjust the iris with the iris ring A. When you assign [PUSH AT IRIS] to one of the ASSIGN buttons, you can automatically adjust the iris while pressing and holding that ASSIGN button.
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued) To restore automatic adjustment To adjust the gain automatically Press the IRIS/EXPOSURE button I, or set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO. The values next to which is displayed disappear, or appears next to those values. Press the GAIN button C, or set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO. The gain value disappears, or appears next to the gain value.
z Tips To adjust the shutter speed automatically Press the SHUTTER SPEED button E twice, or set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO. The shutter speed value disappears, or appears next to the shutter speed value. If flashes, set the ND filter to OFF. will disappear from the screen. b Notes • If you change the ND filters B during recording, the movie and sound may be distorted. • When adjusting the iris manually, the icon does not flash even if the light volume should be adjusted with the ND filter.
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued) selected, according to which one you previously set with [WB PRESET] in the (CAMERA SET) menu. 1 During recording or standby, set the AUTO/MANUAL switch D to MANUAL. 2 Press the WHT BAL button A. 3 Set the white balance memory switch B to any one of PRESET/A/B. Select A or B for recording with the white balance setting stored in memory A or B.
b Notes • When you set the AUTO/MANUAL switch D to AUTO, other manual adjustments (iris, gain, and shutter speed) also become automatic.
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued) You can change the settings stored in [PP1] through [PP6]. 1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button B. 2 Select the PICTURE PROFILE number with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. 3 Select [SETTING] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. 4 Select an item to be adjusted with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. 5 Adjust the picture quality with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial A. 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to adjust other items. 7 Select [ RETURN] with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial A.
BLACK LEVEL To set the black level. Description and settings [MASTER BLACK] Sets the master black level. -15 to +15 [BLACK R] Sets the black level of Rch. [MASTER BLACK] + [BLACK R] is the black level of Rch. -15 to +15 [BLACK G] Sets the black level of Gch. [MASTER BLACK] + [BLACK G] is the black level of Gch. -15 to +15 [BLACK B] Sets the black level of Bch. [MASTER BLACK] + [BLACK B] is the black level of Bch. -15 to +15 GAMMA To select a gamma curve.
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued) KNEE To set knee point and slope for video signal compression to reduce over-highlighting by limiting signals in high contrast area of the subject to the dynamic range of your camcorder. Item Description and settings [MODE] Selects a mode either automatic or manual. [AUTO] : to set the knee point and slope automatically. [MANUAL] : to set the knee point and slope manually.
COLOR DEPTH To set the color depth for each color phase. This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors. The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value to more positive side, and lighter as you decrease the value to more negative side. This function is effective even if you set [COLOR LEVEL] to [-8] (monotone).
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued) COLOR CORRCT (Continued) Item Description and settings [MEM1 COLOR] Sets colors stored in Memory 1. [PHASE] : Sets color phase. 0 (purple) t 8 (red) t 16 (yellow) t 24 (green) t 31 (blue) [RANGE] : Sets color phase range. 0 (no color selection), 1 (narrow: to select only a single color) to 31 (wide: to select multiple colors in similar color phase) [SATURATION] : Sets saturation.
WB SHIFT To set items for the white balance shift. Description and settings [FILTER TYPE] Selects a color filter type for the white balance shift. [LB-CC] : Film type (color conversion and correction) [R-B] : Video type (correction of R and B levels) [LB[COL TEMP]] Sets a color temperature offset value. -9 (bluish) to +9 (reddish) [CC[MG/GR]] Sets a color correct offset value. -9 (greenish) to +9 (magentish) [R GAIN] Sets an R level. -9 (low R level) to +9 (high R level) [B GAIN] Sets a B level.
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued) SKINTONE DTL To adjust the detail of skintone areas to reduce wrinkles. Item Description and settings [ON/OFF] Suppresses details in skin-tone areas to reduce wrinkles. Select [ON] when you want to use this function. You can also select other areas. [LEVEL] Sets the adjustment level. 1 (less adjust the detail) to 8 (more adjust the detail) [COLOR SEL] Sets color items for the detail adjustment. [PHASE] : Sets the color phase.
To name the picture profile settings You can name picture profile1 through 6. 1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button B. 2 Select the picture profile that you want to name with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. 3 Select [SETTING] t [PROFILE NAME] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. PICT. PROFILE 6 Select [ RETURN] t [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. To reset the picture profile settings You can reset the picture profile settings by each picture profile number. You cannot reset all picture profile settings at once.
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued) Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume of an internal microphone or a microphone connected to the INPUT1/INPUT2 jack. z Tips • See page 9 for details on attaching the supplied microphone, and on the CH1 (INT MIC/ INPUT1) and the CH2 (INT MIC/INPUT1/ INPUT2) switches. To restore automatic adjustment Set the AUTO/MAN (CH1/CH2) switch A of the manually adjusted channel to AUTO.
To remove the Memory Recording Unit Slide the Memory Recording Unit upward while pushing its RELEASE lever downward. b Notes • You cannot use the HDV/DV jack when the Memory Recording Unit is attached to your camcorder. • When you use the Memory Recording Unit, set appropriate items in [EXT REC CTRL] of the (IN/OUT REC) menu (p. 85).
Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons Some functions need to be assigned to the ASSIGN buttons for use. You can assign a single function to any one of the ASSIGN 1 to 7 buttons. ASSIGN 4-6 buttons Functions you can assign to the ASSIGN buttons The buttons in parentheses indicate that the functions are assigned to the buttons by default. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • EXP.FOCUS (p. 28) FOCUS MACRO (p. 71) D.EXTENDER (p. 71) RING ROTATE (p. 67) HYPER GAIN (p. 68) AE SHIFT (p.
4 Select the function that you want to assign with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. 5 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. Recording an index signal If you record a scene with an index signal, you can easily find that scene during playback (p. 54). The index function will make it easier to check the transition of recording or edit your pictures using index signals.
Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons (Continued) Playing back the most recently recorded movies (Last scene review) You can set your camcorder to automatically rewind the tape to the beginning of the most recently recorded scene, play back to the end of the scene, then stop the tape. 1 Assign [LAST SCN RVW] to an REVIEW] is assigned during standby. The last 2 seconds (approx.) of the most recently recorded scenes will be played back, then your camcorder returns to standby.
conditions smoothly. If you store manually adjusted settings of white balance, you can smoothly shift from one scene to another under different conditions, such as from indoor to outdoor. Sony recommends that you use a tripod to avoid image blurring. You can set the items, such as transition curve and transition time, in [SHOT TRANSITION] of the (CAMERA SET) menu (p. 73). ASSIGN 4 - 6 buttons b Notes • The settings stored in SHOT-A or SHOT-B will be erased when you set the POWER switch to OFF.
Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons (Continued) b Notes • When you change [SHOT TRANSITION] (p. 46), press the ASSIGN 4 button repeatedly to exit the shot transition screen. • You cannot return from the stored SHOT-A or SHOT-B settings to previous settings after you execute the shot transition during recording. • If you press the following buttons during the shot transition operation, the operation will be canceled: – PICTURE PROFILE button – MENU button – ASSIGN button to which [EXP.
Playback VOLUME/MEMORY button PLAY button Recording/Playback MEMORY/PLAY button MEMORY/INDEX button SEL/PUSH EXEC dial MEMORY/DELETE button You can play back movies as follows: 1 Slide the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the green button. Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green button. 2 Start playing back. Press m (rewind) to go to the point you want to view, then press N (play) to start playback.
Playback (Continued) • You cannot play back movies recorded in HDV format on DVCAM (DV) format video cameras or mini DV players. • You can play back a DV format tape on your camcorder only when its contents are recorded in the SP mode. You cannot play back movies recorded on the DV format tape in the LP mode. • Time code and user bits will not be displayed correctly when you play back a tape with no time code or user bit data, or a tape with time code that your camcorder does not support.
To delete still images from the “Memory Stick Duo” 1 Do the steps of “To view still images” to display still images that you want to delete. 2 Press the MEMORY/DELETE button. 3 Select [YES] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The still image will be deleted. b Notes • Still images cannot be restored once you delete them. • You cannot delete still images when the “Memory Stick Duo” is write-protected (p. 119) or the still image is protected (p. 104).
Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder Displaying recording data (Data code) You can display information, including date, time and camera data, automatically stored during recording on the screen during playback. 1 Set the POWER switch B to VCR. 2 Press the DATA CODE button A during playback or pause. The screen changes (date and time display t camera data display t no display) as you press the button.
E Shutter speed F White balance appears during playback of the movie recorded with the shot transition or [MANU WB TEMP]. b Notes Displaying the settings in your camcorder (Status check) You can check the settings of the following items. • Audio setup such as microphone volume level (p. 42, 75) • Output signal setup ([VCR HDV/DV], etc.) (p. 83) • Functions assigned to the ASSIGN buttons (p. 44) • Camera setup (p.
Locating a scene on a tape To cancel the operation Press the STOP button C on the Remote Commander. b Notes • Each day of recording must be longer than 2 minutes. Your camcorder may not detect the date if the recording of that date is short. • The date search may not work properly if a blank section exists on the tape. A B C Searching for a recording start point (Index search) You can search scenes by indexes recorded at the start of recording (p. 45).
To cancel the operation Press the STOP button C on the Remote Commander. b Notes • Recording between indexes must be longer than 2 minutes. Your camcorder may not detect the date if the recording between the indexes is short. • The index search may not work properly if a blank section exists on the tape.
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/Charger to obtain AC power (p. 12). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. Jacks on your camcorder Open the jack cover and connect the cable. b Notes • Set all the necessary menu items before you connect your camcorder to a TV. If you change the settings of [VCR HDV/DV] or [i.
: Signal flow, ( ): Reference pages Type Camcorder A Cable TV (IN/OUT REC) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (83) [VIDEO OUT] t [COMPONENT] t [1080i/576i] (84) Component A/V cable (supplied) 2 Menu Setting (Green) Y (Blue) PB/CB (Red) PR/CR b Notes • If you connect only component video plugs, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red plugs to output audio signals.
Playing the picture on a TV (Continued) : Signal flow, ( ): Reference pages Type Camcorder Cable C 1 i.LINK cable (optional) TV Menu Setting (IN/OUT REC) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (83) [i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV CONV] t [OFF] (85) b Notes • Your TV needs to have an i.LINK jack compatible with HDV1080i. For details, confirm the specifications of your TV.
Connecting to a 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV A movie recorded in HD quality is converted and played back in SD quality. A movie recorded in SD quality is played back in SD quality. COMPONENT IN i.LINK i.
Playing the picture on a TV (Continued) : Signal flow, ( ): Reference pages Type Camcorder D Cable TV Component A/V cable (supplied) 2 (Green) Y (Blue) PB/CB (Red) PR/CR (White) (Red) Menu Setting (IN/OUT REC) [VCR HDV/DV] t[AUTO] (83) [VIDEO OUT] t[COMPONENT] t[1080i/576i] (84) [VIDEO OUT] t[DOWN CONVERT]/ [DV WIDE CONV] t[SQUEEZE]/ [LETTER BOX]/[EDGE CROP]* (85) b Notes • If you connect only component video plugs, audio signals are not output.
: Signal flow, ( ): Reference pages Type Camcorder Cable TV A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) 2 (White) (Red) Menu Setting (IN/OUT REC) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (83) [VIDEO OUT] t [DOWN CONVERT]/ [DV WIDE CONV] t [SQUEEZE]/[LETTER BOX]/[EDGE CROP]* (85) (Yellow) • When connecting only an S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel), audio signals are not output. To output audio signals, connect the white and red plugs of the A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO to the audio input jack of your TV.
Using the Menu Using the menu items You can change various settings or make detailed adjustments using the menu items displayed on the screen. 3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial until the icon of the desired menu is highlighted, then press the dial to select the menu. CAMERA SET (p. 67) AUDIO SET (p. 75) DISPLAY SET (p. 78) IN/OUT REC (p. 83) TC/UB SET (p. 86) POWER switch MENU button SEL/PUSH EXEC dial MEMORY SET (p. 88) OTHERS (p. 90) OTHERS RETURN CAMERA PROF.
5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial until the desired setting is highlighted or to bring up the desired setting, then press the dial to confirm the setting. STBY 00:00:28:10 BEEP OFF ON [ MENU ] : END 6 Press the MENU button to hide Using the Menu the menu screen. To return to the previous screen, select [ RETURN].
. Menu items Available menu items (z) vary depending on the POWER switch position. Position of POWER switch: CAMERA VCR 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. 67) IRIS/EXPOSURE GAIN SETUP SMOOTH GAIN HYPER GAIN AGC LIMIT MINUS AGC WB PRESET WB OUTDR LVL WB TEMP SET ATW SENS SMOOTH WB AE SHIFT AE RESPONSE AT IRIS LMT ECS FREQ.
Position of POWER switch: CAMERA VCR 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 – (DISPLAY SET) menu (p. 78) Using the Menu ZEBRA HISTOGRAM PEAKING MARKER EXP.FOCUS TYPE CAM DATA DSP AU.LVL DISP ZOOM DISPLAY FOCUS DISP SHUTTER DISP LCD BRIGHT LCD COLOR LCD BL LEVEL VF B.LIGHT VF COLOR VF POWERMODE LETTER SIZE REMAINING DISP OUTPUT (IN/OUT REC) menu (p. 83) REC FORMAT VCR HDV/DV HDV PROGRE. DV PROGRE.
Menu items (Continued) Position of POWER switch: CAMERA VCR 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 (TC/UB SET) menu (p. 86) TC PRESET TC COUNTUP UB PRESET TC RUN TC MAKE TC LINK UB TIME REC UB-DATE/TC-TIME (MEMORY SET) menu (p. 88) ALL ERASE FORMAT FILE NO. NEW FOLDER REC FOLDER PB FOLDER (OTHERS) menu (p. 90) CAMERA PROF.
(CAMERA SET) menu Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SETUP/BACK LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 62 for details on selecting menu items. Press the MENU button t select the (CAMERA SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. IRIS/EXPOSURE x RING ROTATE You can select the rotation direction of the iris ring. B NORMAL Makes images dark with clockwise rotation of the iris ring.
Press the MENU button t select the (CAMERA SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. SMOOTH GAIN You can set the transition speed at which the gain setting shifts from one value to another, set for the gain switch positions, when you switch the gain switch from a position to another. You can select the transition speed from [FAST], [MIDDLE] and [SLOW] or set to [OFF]. The default setting is [OFF]. HYPER GAIN When you set this function to [ON] ( ), you can increase the gain to its limit.
MIDDLE LOW Automatically adjusts the white balance while increasing redness or blueness. b Notes • This is only effective when white balance is adjusted automatically. • [ATW SENS] is not effective under a clear sky or the sun. SMOOTH WB AE SHIFT You can set an offset value to adjust the automatic exposure adjustment value between [-7] (dark) and [+7] (bright) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The default setting is [0] .
Press the MENU button t select the (CAMERA SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. b Notes • When you record a movie with the shutter speed set in [ECS FREQ.] and play it back with the data code, the shutter speed value is displayed as [---]. FLCKR REDUCE B ON Reduces flickering. Flickering of the screen under a light source such as fluorescent lamps will be reduced. OFF Not reduce flickering. b Notes • Flickering may not be reduced for certain light sources.
AF ASSIST When you set this function to [ON], you can temporarily focus manually using the focus ring during the auto focus adjustment. The default setting is [OFF]. b Notes • This function is effective only when the FOCUS switch is set to AUTO (p. 27). FOCUS MACRO HANDLE ZOOM You can select the zoom speed for the FIX position of the handle zoom switch from [1] (slow) through [8] (fast). The default setting is [3].
Press the MENU button t select the (CAMERA SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Select [EXECUTE], and press the REC START/STOP button on the [SMTH SLW REC] screen. A recording of the length set in [REC TIME] is stretched by 4 times and recorded as a slow-motion movie. Recording ends when [Recording...] disappears from the screen. To cancel [SMTH SLW REC], press the MENU button. You can select the [SMTH SLW REC] settings suitable for your recording.
Select [REC TIME] t [0.5sec], [1sec], [1.5sec] or [2sec] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 3 Perform the following step if you are changing the interval time from the default setting of [30sec]. If you are keeping the default interval time, go straight to step 4. Select [INTERVAL] t [30sec], [1min], [5min] or [10min]. 4 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 5 Press the MENU button to hide the menu screen. 6 Press the REC START/STOP button. The [INTERVAL REC] recording starts.
Press the MENU button t select the (CAMERA SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. x TRANS CURVE You can select the transition curve. Characteristics of the transition curves are illustrated in the following graphs. *1: parameter level *2: time x REC LINK B OFF Not use this function SHOT-A LINEAR Starts transition to SHOT-A when recording is started. Makes the transition linearly. SHOT-B *1 Starts transition to SHOT-B when recording is started. x.v.
(AUDIO SET) menu Settings for the audio recording (DV AU.MODE/XLR SET, etc.) x TYPE Selects a type of the color bars. TYPE 1 The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 62 for details on selecting menu items. Press the MENU buttont select the (AUDIO SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. DV AU.MODE (DV Audio mode) FS32K ( B FS48K ( ) Records in the 16-bit mode (1 stereo sound with high quality).
Press the MENU button t select the (AUDIO SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. INT MIC SET x INT MIC NR You can reduce noise from the internal microphone. LINKED Applies the AGC of CH1 linked with that of CH2. Sound inputs from CH1/CH2 will be recorded as a set of sound such as stereo sound. A appears on the status check screen. B ON Reduces noise from the internal microphone. appears on the status check screen. OFF Does not reduce noise from the internal microphone.
b Notes • The setting is not effective when you set the INPUT1 switch to LINE. x INPUT1 TRIM You can adjust the input signal level from INPUT1. You can select from [-18dB], [-12dB], [-6dB], [0dB], [+6dB] and [+12dB]. The default setting is [0dB]. recording point. If it is distorted at the input point, adjust the sound using the INPUT TRIM function. If it is distorted at the recording point, lower the total volume level manually.
Press the MENU button t select the (AUDIO SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. recording and the sound dubbed in CH3 and CH4. CH3,CH4 Outputs only the sound dubbed in CH3 and CH4. (DISPLAY SET) menu Display settings of the display and the viewfinder (MARKER/VF B.LIGHT/DISP OUTPUT, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 62 for details on selecting menu items.
B OFF b Notes Does not display a histogram. NORMAL Displays a histogram. • You cannot record an image with enhanced details on a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo.” ADVANCE z Tips Displays a histogram, and a bar that indicates an average of the brightness levels around the center of an image (within the marker) on the histogram. • You can focus more easily using this function in combination with the expanded focus function (p. 28).
Press the MENU button t select the (DISPLAY SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. x GUIDEFRAME When you select [ON], you can display frame markers that help you to check horizontal and vertical positions of a subject. The default setting is [OFF]. CAM DATA DSP (Camera data display) When you set this function to [ON], you can constantly display the iris, shutter speed and gain settings on the screen. The default setting is [OFF].
FOCUS DISP You can select how to display the focal distance during manual focus. B METER Displays the focal distance in meters. FEET Displays the focal distance in feet. SHUTTER DISP You can select how to display the shutter speed. B SECOND LCD BRIGHT You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Changes in the LCD brightness will not affect the brightness of recording images. z Tips • You can also turn off the LCD backlight (p. 17). LCD COLOR You can adjust the color level of the LCD panel.
Press the MENU button t select the (DISPLAY SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. • When you select [BRIGHT], the recordable time with the battery is slightly reduced. VF COLOR B ON Displays images in the viewfinder in color. You can select outputs to which display information, such as time code, is outputted. B LCD PANEL OFF Outputs the information to the LCD screen and viewfinder. Displays images in the viewfinder in black and white.
(IN/OUT REC) menu Recording settings, input and output settings (REC FORMAT/HDV PROGRE./ VIDEO OUT/EXT REC CTRL, etc.) signals to or from the external device via the HDV/DV (i.LINK) jack for recording or playback. HDV ( The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 62 for details on selecting menu items. Press the MENU buttont select the (IN/OUT REC) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. REC FORMAT You can select a recording format.
Press the MENU button t select the [PROGRESSIVE]. The default setting is [INTERLACE]. x SCAN TYPE You can select a scan type for recording in HDV format. B 50 Captures 50 fields per second in an interlace scan. 25 Captures 25 frames per second. b Notes • Selectable [SCAN TYPE] settings differ depending on the setting of [REC TYPE].
x DOWN CONVERT You can select a down convert type when you down-covert HDV signal to DV signal. Use this function for signals outputting from the following output jacks: – Component (576i) – S Video – Audio/Video B SQUEEZE Outputs a horizontally compressed image while maintaining its original height. LETTER BOX Outputs an image with black bars added to the top and bottom of the original image, while maintaining the original aspect ratio.
Press the MENU button t select the (IN/OUT REC) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. SYNCHRONOUS ( ) Records movies, sound and time code on a connected device in synchronization with your camcorder. RELAY ( ) Records movies, sound and time code on a connected device when a tape on your camcorder reaches close to the end during recording. EXT ONLY ( ) You can operate an external recording unit* with the REC START/STOP button of your camcorder.
2 Select [PRESET] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 3 Select the first 2 digits with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 4 Set other digits by repeating step 3. 5 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. x RESET You can reset the user bit (00 00 00 00). Select [RESET] in step 1 of the [PRESET]. TC RUN You can select how the time code advances. Advances the time code only during recording. Select this setting to record the time code continuous from the last time code of the previous recording.
Press the MENU button t select the (TC/UB SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. b Notes • This function is available in the following cases: – [TC MAKE] : [PRESET] – [TC RUN] : [FREE RUN] – [UB TIME REC] : [OFF] • The time lag may occur between the set time code and the actual time as time goes on. Do [UB-DATE/TC-TIME] again prior to recording. • The date saved in the user bit will not be automatically updated even when the actual date has been changed.
b Notes • Do not do any of the following while [ Formatting…] is displayed: – Operate the POWER switch/buttons. – Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.” • Formatting erases everything on the “Memory Stick Duo” including protected image data and newly created folders. FILE NO. • Once you store the still images in the current folder, the folder is selected as a playback folder. PB FOLDER (Playback folder) You can select a folder in which still images you want to view are stored.
(OTHERS) menu Settings while recording on a tape or other basic settings (QUICK REC/BEEP, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 62 for details on selecting menu items. Press the MENU button t select the (OTHERS) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. CAMERA PROF. (Camera profile) You can save up to 99 camera setting profiles on a “Memory Stick Duo” and two profiles in your camcorder.
2 Select the camera profile that you want to copy with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 3 Select [MEMORY STICK] or [CAMERA] for a “Memory Stick Duo” or your camcorder as a copy destination of the camera profile. 4 Select [NEW FILE] or an existing profile name with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 5 Select [YES] on the check screen. z Tips • You can copy a camera profile saved on a “Memory Stick Duo” to your camcorder. z Tips • To move the zoom horizontally, press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial, then turn the dial.
Press the MENU button t select the (OTHERS) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. z Tips • When [DV WIDE REC] is set to [OFF], the date and time are displayed outside the 4:3 area but properly recorded on images. • When you record in the HDV format, the date and time are displayed at different positions during recording and playback. OPERATION Displays the total hours of operation in 10hour increments. DRUM RUN BEEP Displays the total hours of drum rotation in 10-hour increments.
Dubbing/Editing Dubbing to VCR, DVD/HDD device, etc. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor/ Charger for this operation (p. 12). 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, DVD/HDD device and the connectors used. Jacks on your camcorder Open the jack cover and connect the cable.
Dubbing to VCR, DVD/HDD device, etc. (Continued) : Signal flow Camcorder Cable 2 A/V connecting cable (supplied) External device (Yellow) (White) (Red) AV device with audio/video jacks** t SD quality* * Pictures recorded in the DVCAM (DV) format are dubbed in the SD (standard definition) quality, regardless of the connection.
Copy format Camcorder recording format Format supported by the VCR/DVD device HDV format*1 DVCAM (DV) format Copy HDV recording as HDV HDV HDV –*3 Convert HDV recording to DVCAM (DV) HDV DVCAM (DV) DVCAM (DV) DVCAM (DV) DVCAM (DV) DVCAM (DV) Copy DVCAM (DV) recording as DVCAM (DV) Menu setting [VCR HDV/DV] (p. 83) [i.LINK SET] (p.
Dubbing to VCR, DVD/HDD device, etc. (Continued) Dubbing to another device 1 Prepare your camcorder for playback. Insert the recorded cassette. Slide the POWER switch to VCR. Set [DOWN CONVERT]/[DV WIDE CONV] according to the playback device (TV, etc.) (p. 85). 2 Prepare your VCR/DVD device for recording. When dubbing to the VCR, insert a cassette for recording. When dubbing to the DVD recorder, insert a DVD for recording.
Recording pictures from a VCR You can record pictures from a VCR on a tape. You can record a scene as a still image on a “Memory Stick Duo.” You can record pictures in the HDV format by connecting an HDV1080i specification compatible device. Be sure to insert a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” for recording in your camcorder beforehand. You can connect your camcorder to a VCR device using an i.LINK cable.
Recording pictures from a VCR (Continued) 3 Connect your VCR as a player to your camcorder. When an i.LINK cable is connected, the format of the input signal ( or ) will be indicated on the LCD screen of your camcorder (This indicator may appear on the screen of the playback device but it will not be recorded). 4 Insert a cassette into the VCR. 5 Set your camcorder to recording pause. While pressing X (PAUSE), press both z REC (record) buttons simultaneously.
Copying movies on a tape to a computer Recording still images Be sure to insert a “Memory Stick Duo” for recording in your camcorder and assign [PHOTO] to the ASSIGN 7/PHOTO button (p. 44) beforehand. 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. Connect your camcorder to the computer with an i.LINK cable. The computer needs to have an i.
Copying movies on a tape to a computer (Continued) (HDV or DVCAM (DV)) to be copied to the computer. Recorded format HDV HDV DVCAM (DV) Format for copying to Menu setting* the computer HDV [VCR HDV/DV] t [HDV] [i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV CONV] t [OFF] DVCAM (DV) [VCR HDV/DV] t [HDV] [i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV CONV] t [ON] DVCAM (DV) [VCR HDV/DV] t [DV] [i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV CONV] t [OFF] * See page 62 for menu settings.
Step:2 Copying the movies Use the supplied AC Adaptor/Charger to obtain AC power (p. 12). 1 Prepare editing software (not provided). When copying the movie in the DVCAM (DV) format from the computer to your camcorder Set [VCR HDV/DV] to [DV] (p. 83). 2 Turn on your computer. 3 Insert a tape into your camcorder and set the POWER switch to VCR. 4 Set the menu of your camcorder. The menu settings vary depending on the copying image. 5 Copy images to the computer with your software.
Copying still images to a computer System requirements • For details on precautions and compatible application software, refer also to the operating instructions of the device to be connected. • Required hardware: “Memory Stick Duo” slot, Memory Stick Reader/Writer compatible with “Memory Stick Duo.” Copying the pictures For Windows users You can copy still images stored on a “Memory Stick Duo” to your computer via the “Memory Stick Duo” slot of your computer. 1 Turn on your computer.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. • Power sources/LCD screen/Remote Commander···p. 103 • Cassette tapes/“Memory Stick Duo”···p. 104 • Recording···p. 105 • Playback···p. 108 • Connecting to TV···p. 110 • Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other devices···p. 111 • Connecting to a computer···p.
Troubleshooting (Continued) The picture in the viewfinder is not clear. • Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever until the picture appears clearly (p. 17). The picture in the viewfinder has disappeared. • If you change [VF POWERMODE] to [AUTO], the finder light remains off while the LCD panel is open (p. 81). The supplied Remote Commander does not function. • Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [ON] (p. 92). • Remove any obstructions between the Remote Commander and the remote sensor.
Recording The recording does not start when you press the REC START/STOP button. • • • • Slide the POWER switch to CAMERA (p. 23). The tape has reached the end. Rewind it, or insert a new cassette. Set the write-protect tab of the cassette to REC or insert a new cassette (p. 116). The tape is stuck to the drum due to moisture condensation. Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-insert the cassette (p. 123).
Troubleshooting (Continued) End search or last scene review does not work. • Do not eject the cassette after recording (p. 46). • There is nothing recorded on the cassette. • There is a blank section between recorded sections of the tape. This is not a malfunction. Automatic focus does not function. • Set the FOCUS switch to AUTO to enable the automatic focus function (p. 27). • Adjust the focus manually if the automatic focus does not work properly (p. 28). Menu items are grayed out or do not work.
Cannot use Situation [WORLD TIME], [DATE REC] Date and time are not set. [x.v.Color] [REC FORMAT] is set to [DV]. [ECS FREQ.] The shutter speed is not set to the [INTERVAL REC] [REC CTL MODE] of [EXT REC CTRL] is set to [EXT ONLY]. [REC TYPE] of [HDV PROGRE.] is set to [PROGRESSIVE]. [REC TYPE] of [HDV PROGRE.] is set to [INTERLACE] and [SCAN TYPE] is set to [25]. [SCAN TYPE] of [DV PROGRE.] is set to [25]. . [DV FRAME REC] [REC CTL MODE] of [EXT REC CTRL] is set to [EXT ONLY].
Troubleshooting (Continued) Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen. • This can be improved by adjusting the shutter speed in the extended clear scan ( (p. 30). ) range Fine patterns flicker, diagonal lines look jagged. • Adjust [DETAIL] to the negative side (p. 39). Playback If you are playing back pictures stored on a “Memory Stick Duo,” refer also to the Cassette tapes/“Memory Stick Duo” section (p. 104). You cannot play back tape. • Slide the POWER switch to VCR.
The picture or sound breaks off. • The tape was recorded in both of the HDV and DVCAM (DV) formats. This is not a malfunction. The movies freeze for a while, or the sound breaks off. • This occurs if the tape or video head is dirty (p. 124). • Use the Sony mini DV cassette tape. “---” is displayed on the screen. • • • • • • The tape you are playing back was recorded without setting the date and time. A blank section on the tape is being played back.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Connecting to TV You cannot view the picture on the TV connected with the i.LINK cable. • You cannot view the picture in the HD (high definition) quality on the TV if an i.LINK jack of the TV is not compatible with the HDV1080i specification (p. 56). Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. • Down convert the pictures recorded in HDV format and play back in DVCAM (DV) format (SD image quality) (p. 85).
Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other devices Pictures from connected devices cannot be zoomed. • You cannot zoom pictures from connected devices on your camcorder. Time code and other information appear on the display of the connected device. • Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] while connected with an A/V connecting cable (p. 82). You cannot dub correctly using the A/V connecting cable. • The A/V connecting cable is not connected properly.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Connecting to a computer The computer does not recognize your camcorder. • Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again securely. • Disconnect the cable from the computer, restart the computer, then connect the computer to your camcorder correctly. You cannot view or copy a movie recorded on a tape to a computer. • Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again.
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators When an error occurs, a warning indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. You can fix some problems associated with the symptoms yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p.
Warning indicators and messages (Continued) Z (Eject cassette warning)* Slow flashing: • The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock (p. 116). Fast flashing: • Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 123). • The self-diagnosis display code is displayed (p. 113). * When [BEEP] is set to [ON] (p. 92), you hear a melody when the warning indicators appear on the screen. Warning messages If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions.
Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any country/region using the AC Adaptor/ Charger supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. On TV color systems Your camcorder is PAL system, so its picture can only be viewed on a PAL system TV with an AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.
Maintenance and precautions HDV format and recording/ playback Your camcorder is capable of recording in HDV/DVCAM/DV formats. It is recommended to use a cassette with the mark to record in the HDV/ DVCAM/DV format. It is recommended to use a cassette with the mark to record in the DVCAM format. Your camcorder is not compatible with the Cassette Memory function.
x To prevent accidental erasure Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to set it to SAVE. REC: The cassette can be recorded. SAVE: The cassette cannot be recorded (write-protected). REC SAVE 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.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) Mini DVCAM and mini DV cassettes The recording format of the picture is defined according to the recorder’s format as described below. Recorder’s format Cassette’s format Recording format DVCAM DVCAM DV DVCAM DV DVCAM DV DV b Notes • This camcorder complies with the DVCAM format.Though mini DV cassettes can be used for recording, we recommend you use mini DVCAM cassettes to get the most out of the high reliability of the DVCAM format.
b Notes • If you use tapes as in 1) to 3) above for editing, the functions may be limited regardless of the format of players and recorders. • Limitations on editing • You may find the following limitations when editing a tape produced by dubbing or editing using the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) jack: • Due to the difference in track pitch, you cannot record or edit on DV-formatted tapes using mini DVCAM video equipment.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) – Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases. x On the “Memory Stick Duo” adaptor • When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with a “Memory Stick” compliant device, make sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into a “Memory Stick Duo” adaptor. • When inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” into a “Memory Stick Duo” adaptor, make sure the “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted facing in the correct direction, then insert it all the way in.
battery pack outside of this temperature range, you may not be able to charge it efficiently. To use the battery pack effectively About the remaining battery time indicator • When the power goes off even though the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again. Remaining battery time will be indicated correctly.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) b Notes • Normally, only one device can be connected to this unit with an i.LINK cable. When connecting this unit to an HDV/DV compatible device having two or more HDV/DV interfaces, refer to the operating instructions of the device to be connected. • i.LINK is a more familiar term for the IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by Sony, and is a trademark approved by many corporations.
• • • • • • • • • • • • x When not using your camcorder for a long time • Periodically turn on the camcorder and play a cassette for about 3 minutes. • Use up the battery pack completely before storing it. Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this state, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) x How to avoid moisture condensation When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about one hour). – The following phenomenon occurs in DVCAM (DV) format. Block-noise appears.
– Handling with above substances on your hands. – Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time. About care and storage of the lens • Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances: – When there are fingerprints on the lens surface. – In hot or humid locations – When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside. • Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust.
Specifications System Video recording system (HDV) 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Video recording system (DVCAM (DV)) 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Still image recording system Exif Ver. 2.
Color temperature [AUTO] (one push) A/B [INDOOR] (3 200K) [OUTDOOR] (5 800K±7 offset levels) [MANU WB TEMP] (2 300K 15 000K in 100K steps) Minimum illumination 1.5 lx (lux) (Fixed Shutter Speed 1/25, auto gain, auto iris) (F 1.6) * “Exif” is a file format for still images, established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Files in this format can have additional information such as your camcorder’s setting information at the time of recording.
Specifications (Continued) Dimensions (approx.) 169 × 188 × 451 mm (6 3/4 × 7 1/2 × 17 7/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts 169 × 188 × 451 mm (6 3/4 × 7 1/2 × 17 7/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts with the battery pack (NP-F570) Mass (approx.) 2.2 kg (5 lb 1 oz) including the lens hood with lens cover 2.
On trademarks Notes on the License • “Memory Stick,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Micro,” “MagicGate,” “ ,” “MagicGate Memory Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “x.v.Colour” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • i.LINK and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.
A Front recording lamp (92) The recording lamp flashes if the remaining tape or battery is low. B Internal microphone (9) C Front remote sensor (92) D FOCUS switch (27) R PICTURE PROFILE button (33) S MENU button (19) T AUTO/MANUAL switch (28) * The ASSIGN 2 button /AE SHIFT button has a raised tactile dot for your convenience in locating the button.
Identifying parts and controls (Continued) A ASSIGN 4 button (44) B ASSIGN 5 button* (44) C ASSIGN 6 button (44) D Memory Recording Unit jack (42) For an optional memory recording unit (HVR-DR60 or HVR-MRC1) P POWER switch (16) E R Cable holder (9) For securing the i.
A Handle zoom lever (26) To attach the shoulder strap B Hook for shoulder strap (133) Attach the shoulder strap (optional) to the hooks for the shoulder strap.
Identifying parts and controls (Continued) A TC/U-BIT button Switches between time code and user bit to display on the LCD screen.
b Notes Remote Commander Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Insulation sheet 7 1 8 2 3 9 4 5 6 • Aim the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. • Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly. • When you are operating with the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder, your VCR may also operate.
Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. The indicators will not be recorded on the tape during recording. Recording movies 1 2 60min HDV1080i 3 REC Recording still images 4 5 00:04:50:04 12min 2 8 60 min 9 1.2M q; 101 7 12min 6 A Recording format ( , ) (83) or B Remaining battery (approx.
Viewing movies 1 2 60 min HDV1080i Viewing still images 4 qa 2 5 00:04:50:04 12min K Tape transport indicator Recording mode (DVCAM or DV SP) appears when a tape recorded in the DVCAM or DV SP format is played back. qs 60min 101-0011 9 1.
Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder (Continued) Center Indicators when you made changes Upper left 60min Indicator Upper right 00:00:00:00 Meaning Z Warning (113) Bottom Indicator Meaning HISTOGRAM (78) DV AU.MODE (DV Audio Mode) (75)* Center Bottom Manual volume control(42, 76) Upper left Indicator Meaning Manual focus (27) 9 ~ Recording format (83) Picture profile (33) SPOTLIGHT(70) DV WIDE REC (84)* .
Index A B Computer ............................102 Access lamp ..........................22 BACK LIGHT.............. 70, 106 Connect Accessory shoe ...................130 BAR ..................................... 80 TV .................................56 Accessory shoe kit ..................8 Accessory shoe mount ........130 BATT RELEASE (battery release) button ...................... 13 Connecting cord....................14 Accessory shoe plate...........130 Battery ...........................
Index (Continued) E GUIDEFRAME ................... 79 ECS FREQ. ..................69, 107 H INTELLIGENT ..............68, 69 HANDLE ZOOM ................ 71 INTERLACE........................ 83 Handle zoom ........................ 26 Internal microphone ...............9 Handle zoom lever ............... 26 INTERVAL.......................... 72 Handle zoom switch............. 26 INTERVAL REC ......... 72, 107 HDMI cable ......................... 57 IN/OUT REC menu..............
M N Q Macintosh ...........................102 ND filter ............................... 31 QUICK REC.........................91 MANU WB TEMP .........32, 68 NEW FOLDER .................... 89 MARKER .....................79, 106 NORMAL ............................ 79 Memory A.............................32 NTSC ................................. 115 Memory B.............................32 NUMBER............................. 80 Memory Recording Unit jack .........................................
Index (Continued) SAFETY ZONE ...................79 TC PRESET......................... 86 W SCAN TYPE ........................84 TC RUN............................... 87 Warning indicators .............113 SEARCH M..........................54 TC/UB SET menu................ 86 Warning messages..............114 Self-diagnosis display.........113 TC/U-BIT button ............... 134 WB OUTDR LVL ................ 68 SEL/PUSH EXEC dial .........19 Telephoto .............................
