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For more details, see "Using the CD-ROM Manual" on page 11. HVR-HD1000U/HD1000N © 2007 Sony Corporation 3-278-988-12(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference The supplied CD-ROM includes Operating Guide for the HVR-HD1000 series. (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese versions).
For more details, see "Using the CD-ROM Manual" on page 11. HVR-HD1000U/HD1000N © 2007 Sony Corporation 3-278-988-12(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference The supplied CD-ROM includes Operating Guide for the HVR-HD1000 series. (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese versions).
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... Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for future reference. HVR-HD1000U/HD1000N Serial No. Model No. Use Power Sources This set may cause hazards. 2 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind on the appliance... of the polarized plug by the manufacturer, as they may be operated only from battery power, or other ). If you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. If the plug should be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one way. WARNING ...
... Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for future reference. HVR-HD1000U/HD1000N Serial No. Model No. Use Power Sources This set may cause hazards. 2 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind on the appliance... of the polarized plug by the manufacturer, as they may be operated only from battery power, or other ). If you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. If the plug should be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one way. WARNING ...
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... the set does not operate normally when following conditions: - If the set near water - Servicing Do not attempt to be blocked or covered. - Use a cloth lightly dampened with a cloth or other similar surface. - Never cover the slots and openings with water for cleaning the exterior of time, ...Power-Cord Protection Route the power cord so that have fallen into the set , and to direct sunlight. Installation Water and Moisture Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. To ensure reliable operation of the set . - Adjust only those controls that are required, be sure the ...
... the set does not operate normally when following conditions: - If the set near water - Servicing Do not attempt to be blocked or covered. - Use a cloth lightly dampened with a cloth or other similar surface. - Never cover the slots and openings with water for cleaning the exterior of time, ...Power-Cord Protection Route the power cord so that have fallen into the set , and to direct sunlight. Installation Water and Moisture Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. To ensure reliable operation of the set . - Adjust only those controls that are required, be sure the ...
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...receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from earphones and headphones can help . This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is subject to the following measures: - Reorient or...or an experienced radio/TV technician for the FCC related matters only. 4 Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HVR-HD1000U Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If you have any changes or modifications not expressly approved in a particular installation. However, there is...
...receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from earphones and headphones can help . This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is subject to the following measures: - Reorient or...or an experienced radio/TV technician for the FCC related matters only. 4 Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HVR-HD1000U Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If you have any changes or modifications not expressly approved in a particular installation. However, there is...
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The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Continued , 5
The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Continued , 5
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... terrestrial digital HDTV broadcastings and in your camcorder You can be used with your camcorder.) • "Memory Stick PRO Duo" can use mini DV cassettes marked with your camcorder You can use "Memory Stick" marked with the following parts. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following (p. 90). - ("Memory Stick Duo...
... terrestrial digital HDTV broadcastings and in your camcorder You can be used with your camcorder.) • "Memory Stick PRO Duo" can use mini DV cassettes marked with your camcorder You can use "Memory Stick" marked with the following parts. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following (p. 90). - ("Memory Stick Duo...
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...only in color) that is grayed out is not dustproof, dripproof or waterproof. Change the screen language before using your camcorder" (p. 94). • When connecting your camcorder to insert the connector plug in the HDV format on DV format video cameras or on mini DV players...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. See "On using your camcorder. About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens • A menu item ...
...only in color) that is grayed out is not dustproof, dripproof or waterproof. Change the screen language before using your camcorder" (p. 94). • When connecting your camcorder to insert the connector plug in the HDV format on DV format video cameras or on mini DV players...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. See "On using your camcorder. About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens • A menu item ...
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... T -coated to change without notice. It adopts the MTF measurement system for your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Read this first (Continued) illustration purposes are subject to...Zeiss lens. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function The number value indicates the amount of recording media and other accessories are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different. • Design and specifications of light from a subject coming into the lens. 8
... T -coated to change without notice. It adopts the MTF measurement system for your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Read this first (Continued) illustration purposes are subject to...Zeiss lens. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function The number value indicates the amount of recording media and other accessories are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different. • Design and specifications of light from a subject coming into the lens. 8
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... to a high definition TV 32 Connecting to a 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV 33 Using the Menu Using the menu items .......... 36 Menu items 37 CAMERA SET menu 39 Settings to adjust your camcorder to a "Memory Stick Duo 67 Deleting recorded pictures from a tape to the recording conditions ...MEMORY SET menu 46 Settings for the last scene of Contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .........2 Read this first 4 Notes on use 6 Using the CD-ROM Manual .......... 11...
... to a high definition TV 32 Connecting to a 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV 33 Using the Menu Using the menu items .......... 36 Menu items 37 CAMERA SET menu 39 Settings to adjust your camcorder to a "Memory Stick Duo 67 Deleting recorded pictures from a tape to the recording conditions ...MEMORY SET menu 46 Settings for the last scene of Contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .........2 Read this first 4 Notes on use 6 Using the CD-ROM Manual .......... 11...
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... a computer 71 Copying movies on a tape to a computer 74 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 77 Warning indicators and messages 85 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 85 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ...... 88 Maintenance and precautions ...... 89 Usable cassette tapes 89 About the "Memory Stick 90 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 92 About i.LINK 93...
... a computer 71 Copying movies on a tape to a computer 74 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 77 Warning indicators and messages 85 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 85 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ...... 88 Maintenance and precautions ...... 89 Usable cassette tapes 89 About the "Memory Stick 90 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 92 About i.LINK 93...
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... be displayed properly, depending on the CD-ROM, do the following URL: http://www.adobe.com/ Adobe and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Acrobat Reader. Using the CD-ROM Manual English The supplied CD-ROM includes versions of the Operating Guide. z Tips • The files may not be installed on your...
... be displayed properly, depending on the CD-ROM, do the following URL: http://www.adobe.com/ Adobe and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Acrobat Reader. Using the CD-ROM Manual English The supplied CD-ROM includes versions of the Operating Guide. z Tips • The files may not be installed on your...
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... information for up to 20 seconds by pressing DISPLAY/BATT INFO again while the information is displayed. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you use a fully charged battery pack. Step 3: Charging the battery pack (Continued) To remove the battery pack Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then press DISPLAY...
... information for up to 20 seconds by pressing DISPLAY/BATT INFO again while the information is displayed. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you use a fully charged battery pack. Step 3: Charging the battery pack (Continued) To remove the battery pack Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then press DISPLAY...
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... narrow space, such as the AC Adaptor is disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket). Playing time Approximate time (min.) available when you use your camcorder, even when the power cord (mains lead) is connected to OFF (CHG). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or ...pack is recommended). • The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use a fully charged battery pack. b Notes • All times measured under which you use your camcorder. • Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in low temperatures. • The recording and playback time will...
... narrow space, such as the AC Adaptor is disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket). Playing time Approximate time (min.) available when you use your camcorder, even when the power cord (mains lead) is connected to OFF (CHG). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or ...pack is recommended). • The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use a fully charged battery pack. b Notes • All times measured under which you use your camcorder. • Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in low temperatures. • The recording and playback time will...
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...Tips • The date and time are not displayed while recording, but they are automatically recorded on your camcorder for [DATA CODE]). • If the buttons on -screen displays to 12:00 PM. MEMORY: ... on a tape. To reset the date and time You can change the on the touch panel do not use your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. Changing the language setting You can set it to OFF (CHG). Touch ...date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for [D] (day), hour and minute. The clock starts. PLAY/EDIT: To play or edit pictures.
...Tips • The date and time are not displayed while recording, but they are automatically recorded on your camcorder for [DATA CODE]). • If the buttons on -screen displays to 12:00 PM. MEMORY: ... on a tape. To reset the date and time You can change the on the touch panel do not use your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. Changing the language setting You can set it to OFF (CHG). Touch ...date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for [D] (day), hour and minute. The clock starts. PLAY/EDIT: To play or edit pictures.
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... side, you cannot operate the touch panel. To turn off the LCD screen Set the LCD ON/OFF switch to OFF, you can view pictures using the viewfinder to toggle the screen indicators (such as Battery Info) on or off. The shoulder pad You can adjust the brightness of the shoulder...
... side, you cannot operate the touch panel. To turn off the LCD screen Set the LCD ON/OFF switch to OFF, you can view pictures using the viewfinder to toggle the screen indicators (such as Battery Info) on or off. The shoulder pad You can adjust the brightness of the shoulder...
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... the portion marked {DO NOT PUSH} while it is sliding in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. "Memory Stick Duo" You can use only a "Memory Stick Duo" marked with its window facing outwards, then press . Cassette compartment Window 1 Slide and hold the OPEN/ EJECT lever in . It ...recordable pictures vary depending on [ REC MODE] (p. 54). For details, see page 46. 20 Step 6: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo" Cassette tape You can use mini DV (p. 89). Lid The cassette compartment automatically comes out and opens up. 2 Insert a cassette with or (p. 90).
... the portion marked {DO NOT PUSH} while it is sliding in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. "Memory Stick Duo" You can use only a "Memory Stick Duo" marked with its window facing outwards, then press . Cassette compartment Window 1 Slide and hold the OPEN/ EJECT lever in . It ...recordable pictures vary depending on [ REC MODE] (p. 54). For details, see page 46. 20 Step 6: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo" Cassette tape You can use mini DV (p. 89). Lid The cassette compartment automatically comes out and opens up. 2 Insert a cassette with or (p. 90).
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A • You can also adjust the setting manually using the RING (p. 25) Recording high quality still images during tape recording. b Notes • Be sure to keep your finger off the power zoom lever, the ... are stored onto the "Memory Stick Duo." z Tips • You can record high quality still images on the handdle. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is finished, the color changes to orange. 3 Press START/STOP to 3 still images can not change the zoom speed...
A • You can also adjust the setting manually using the RING (p. 25) Recording high quality still images during tape recording. b Notes • Be sure to keep your finger off the power zoom lever, the ... are stored onto the "Memory Stick Duo." z Tips • You can record high quality still images on the handdle. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is finished, the color changes to orange. 3 Press START/STOP to 3 still images can not change the zoom speed...
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... do not cover the infrared port with the RING It is assigned (the default setting). b Notes • The NightShot and Super NightShot functions use these functions in step 2, all the settings set other objects and remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], ...p. 42) when it is hard to focus automatically. • Do not use infrared light. Controlling the image settings manually with your fingers or other menu item settings after [AE SHIFT] is set manually, [EXPOSURE] will ...
... do not cover the infrared port with the RING It is assigned (the default setting). b Notes • The NightShot and Super NightShot functions use these functions in step 2, all the settings set other objects and remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], ...p. 42) when it is hard to focus automatically. • Do not use infrared light. Controlling the image settings manually with your fingers or other menu item settings after [AE SHIFT] is set manually, [EXPOSURE] will ...
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...the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to the lens side (2). Recording in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to display .. To cancel the back light function, press BACK LIGHT again. To record an image more ...faithful to the original colors, use Super NightShot function (p. 43). Recording (Continued) z Tips • To record an image brighter, use Color Slow Shutter function (p. 43). z Tips • A mirror-image of the subject appears on the ...
...the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to the lens side (2). Recording in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to display .. To cancel the back light function, press BACK LIGHT again. To record an image more ...faithful to the original colors, use Super NightShot function (p. 43). Recording (Continued) z Tips • To record an image brighter, use Color Slow Shutter function (p. 43). z Tips • A mirror-image of the subject appears on the ...
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Magnification can magnify images from about 1.1 to 5 times (from the video signal are zoomed. To cancel, touch [END]. Recording/Playback Using PB zoom You can be affected. 29 b Notes • While using PB zoom, images on the LCD panel and images that are output from about 1.5 to 5 times in the center of the...
Magnification can magnify images from about 1.1 to 5 times (from the video signal are zoomed. To cancel, touch [END]. Recording/Playback Using PB zoom You can be affected. 29 b Notes • While using PB zoom, images on the LCD panel and images that are output from about 1.5 to 5 times in the center of the...