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..."Memory Stick" you use any type of memory card except "Memory Stick Duo." • "Memory Stick PRO Duo" can be used with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick" (You cannot use it for future reference. The HDV format • Digital high-definition (HD) video signals are recorded and ..."Memory Stick Duo" into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. 2 When recording in HDV/DV format, Sony recommends that you can use in your camcorder You can use mini DVCAM cassettes. Your camcorder does not support the Cassette Memory function (p. 115). Read this first Before operating this unit, please...
..."Memory Stick" you use any type of memory card except "Memory Stick Duo." • "Memory Stick PRO Duo" can be used with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick" (You cannot use it for future reference. The HDV format • Digital high-definition (HD) video signals are recorded and ..."Memory Stick Duo" into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. 2 When recording in HDV/DV format, Sony recommends that you can use in your camcorder You can use mini DVCAM cassettes. Your camcorder does not support the Cassette Memory function (p. 115). Read this first Before operating this unit, please...
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...and do not affect the recording in any problems. Continued , 3 Accessory shoe Memory recording adaptor unit b Notes • The camcorder 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 your camcorder. Lens hood LCD panel Microphone or Viewfinder Microphone holder About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens • A menu ...
...and do not affect the recording in any problems. Continued , 3 Accessory shoe Memory recording adaptor unit b Notes • The camcorder 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 your camcorder. Lens hood LCD panel Microphone or Viewfinder Microphone holder About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens • A menu ...
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... and other devices A tape recorded in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using your recordings on this camcorder prior to an ASSIGN button. The function that is not compatible with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed...signals, the subjects passing by Carl Zeiss, in each local language are subject to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. • TV color systems differ depending on the recording conditions. This phenomenon may be ... playing back HDV tapes on -screen displays in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images.
... and other devices A tape recorded in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using your recordings on this camcorder prior to an ASSIGN button. The function that is not compatible with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed...signals, the subjects passing by Carl Zeiss, in each local language are subject to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. • TV color systems differ depending on the recording conditions. This phenomenon may be ... playing back HDV tapes on -screen displays in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images.
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... Checking supplied items 8 Step 2: Attaching the supplied items 10 Step 3: Charging the battery pack 14 Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly .....17 Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder 18 Step 6: Setting the date and time 20 Step 7: Inserting a tape or a "...Memory Stick Duo 22 Recording/Playback Recording 24 Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings 27 Adjusting the zoom 27 Adjusting the focus manually 28 Adjusting the exposure 30 Adjusting to natural color (White balance 32 Adjusting the...
... Checking supplied items 8 Step 2: Attaching the supplied items 10 Step 3: Charging the battery pack 14 Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly .....17 Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder 18 Step 6: Setting the date and time 20 Step 7: Inserting a tape or a "...Memory Stick Duo 22 Recording/Playback Recording 24 Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings 27 Adjusting the zoom 27 Adjusting the focus manually 28 Adjusting the exposure 30 Adjusting to natural color (White balance 32 Adjusting the...
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...) Playing the picture on a TV 57 Using the Menu Using the menu items 63 Menu items 65 (CAMERA SET) menu 68 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SETUP/ BACK LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.) (AUDIO SET) menu 75 Settings for the audio recording (DV AU.MODE/XLR SET, etc...
...) Playing the picture on a TV 57 Using the Menu Using the menu items 63 Menu items 65 (CAMERA SET) menu 68 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SETUP/ BACK LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.) (AUDIO SET) menu 75 Settings for the audio recording (DV AU.MODE/XLR SET, etc...
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Color 121 About handling of your camcorder abroad 114 Maintenance and precautions 115 HDV format and recording/playback 115 Compatibility of the DVCAM/DV formats 116 About the "Memory Stick 118 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 119 About i.LINK 120 About x.v. Additional Information Using your camcorder 121 Specifications 125 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls 129 Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder 136 Index ...139 7
Color 121 About handling of your camcorder abroad 114 Maintenance and precautions 115 HDV format and recording/playback 115 Compatibility of the DVCAM/DV formats 116 About the "Memory Stick 118 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 119 About i.LINK 120 About x.v. Additional Information Using your camcorder 121 Specifications 125 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls 129 Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder 136 Index ...139 7
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Memory Recording Unit (HVR-MRC1) (1) (p. 13) Large eyecup (1) (p. 19) Lens hood with your camcorder. Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with lens cover (1) (p. 12) This lens hood is ... Duo" are not included. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of cassette tapes and "Memory Stick Duo" that you can use on your camcorder. i.LINK Cradle (HVRA-CR1) (1) (p. 13) Wind Screen (1), Microphone (ECM-XM1) (1) (p. 12) Accessory shoe adaptor (1) (p. 130) Rechargeable battery pack (NP-F570) (1) (p. 14, 119)...
Memory Recording Unit (HVR-MRC1) (1) (p. 13) Large eyecup (1) (p. 19) Lens hood with your camcorder. Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with lens cover (1) (p. 12) This lens hood is ... Duo" are not included. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of cassette tapes and "Memory Stick Duo" that you can use on your camcorder. i.LINK Cradle (HVRA-CR1) (1) (p. 13) Wind Screen (1), Microphone (ECM-XM1) (1) (p. 12) Accessory shoe adaptor (1) (p. 130) Rechargeable battery pack (NP-F570) (1) (p. 14, 119)...
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...insert the lens into the mount. 3 While holding the lens in the lens mount with the center pin on the proper handling of your camcorder. z Tips • Your camcorder can mount a 1/2" lens via the Fujinon ACM-17 or equivalent. • If the lens is securely locked. Step 2: Attaching the... supplied items Mounting the lens Make sure to turn off the POWER switch of the lens. z Tips • When you attach a non-Carl Zeiss lens, Sony recommends ...
...insert the lens into the mount. 3 While holding the lens in the lens mount with the center pin on the proper handling of your camcorder. z Tips • Your camcorder can mount a 1/2" lens via the Fujinon ACM-17 or equivalent. • If the lens is securely locked. Step 2: Attaching the... supplied items Mounting the lens Make sure to turn off the POWER switch of the lens. z Tips • When you attach a non-Carl Zeiss lens, Sony recommends ...
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... the adjustment is completed, [Completed.] appears on the screen. If the adjustment fails, [Could not adjust.] appears on the screen. Zoom in and set your camcorder to locate the center of the chart in the center of the screen. 3 Set the ZOOM switch F to SERVO. 4 Select [AUTO ADJUST] in [FLANGE BACK...
... the adjustment is completed, [Completed.] appears on the screen. If the adjustment fails, [Could not adjust.] appears on the screen. Zoom in and set your camcorder to locate the center of the chart in the center of the screen. 3 Set the ZOOM switch F to SERVO. 4 Select [AUTO ADJUST] in [FLANGE BACK...
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... input jacks. See the table below. Step 2: Attaching the supplied items (Continued) Attaching the supplied microphone The channel to be used differs depending on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the direction of the microphone to the INPUT1 jack D. 4 Put the microphone cable into the cable holder E. 5 Select the...
... input jacks. See the table below. Step 2: Attaching the supplied items (Continued) Attaching the supplied microphone The channel to be used differs depending on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the direction of the microphone to the INPUT1 jack D. 4 Put the microphone cable into the cable holder E. 5 Select the...
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... of the Memory Recording Unit downward. MRC1 on the supplied CD-ROM for details on the CD-ROM. Attach the Memory Recording Unit to your camcorder. To remove the Memory Recording Unit from the i.LINK Cradle Slide the unit upward while pushing the RELEASE lever of the Memory Recording Unit downward... hood with lens cover Move the lens cover lever up or down to open the lens cover, and move the lever to CLOSE to your camcorder as illustrated. z Tips • Refer to the i.LINK Cradle as illustrated.
... of the Memory Recording Unit downward. MRC1 on the supplied CD-ROM for details on the CD-ROM. Attach the Memory Recording Unit to your camcorder. To remove the Memory Recording Unit from the i.LINK Cradle Slide the unit upward while pushing the RELEASE lever of the Memory Recording Unit downward... hood with lens cover Move the lens cover lever up or down to open the lens cover, and move the lever to CLOSE to your camcorder as illustrated. z Tips • Refer to the i.LINK Cradle as illustrated.
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... display window when the normal charge of the normally charged battery. To attach the battery pack Press the battery pack against the back of your camcorder and slide it down , and slide it down . 14 The charge lamp turns on and charging starts. The battery life of the fully charged battery...
... display window when the normal charge of the normally charged battery. To attach the battery pack Press the battery pack against the back of your camcorder and slide it down , and slide it down . 14 The charge lamp turns on and charging starts. The battery life of the fully charged battery...
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... pack. Playing time Approximate time (min.) available when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming. Bottom: When recording with this camcorder. Push the BATT RELEASE (battery release) button and remove the battery pack. BATT RELEASE (battery release) button To store the battery pack If the battery...
... pack. Playing time Approximate time (min.) available when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming. Bottom: When recording with this camcorder. Push the BATT RELEASE (battery release) button and remove the battery pack. BATT RELEASE (battery release) button To store the battery pack If the battery...
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...not be shorter depending on . The battery pack is worn-out (For Battery Info only). • Sony recommends that you use an NP-F970 battery pack when you use your camcorder. On the charging/recording/playback time • Times measured with any malfunction occurs while using the AC ... slot and slide it while connected to VCR/CAMERA. 5 Press the connecting part of the connecting cable (DK-415) against the back of your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is damaged. - Disconnect the AC Adaptor/ Charger from the wall outlet immediately if any metallic objects....
...not be shorter depending on . The battery pack is worn-out (For Battery Info only). • Sony recommends that you use an NP-F970 battery pack when you use your camcorder. On the charging/recording/playback time • Times measured with any malfunction occurs while using the AC ... slot and slide it while connected to VCR/CAMERA. 5 Press the connecting part of the connecting cable (DK-415) against the back of your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is damaged. - Disconnect the AC Adaptor/ Charger from the wall outlet immediately if any metallic objects....
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... set the POWER switch to OFF while pressing the green button. To turn on your camcorder for a few seconds when you press the green button. Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly To record or play or edit pictures. b Notes • If warning messages ...appear on the LCD screen for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 20). 2 Hold the camcorder properly. CAMERA: To record pictures. Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green button. 3 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the grip belt. VCR: ...
... set the POWER switch to OFF while pressing the green button. To turn on your camcorder for a few seconds when you press the green button. Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly To record or play or edit pictures. b Notes • If warning messages ...appear on the LCD screen for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 20). 2 Hold the camcorder properly. CAMERA: To record pictures. Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green button. 3 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the grip belt. VCR: ...
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The image will be affected by setting the LCD panel facing you. This is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or when you move your eye line. To turn on the LCD display and in the viewfinder, set [VF POWERMODE] to [ON](p. ...
The image will be affected by setting the LCD panel facing you. This is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or when you move your eye line. To turn on the LCD display and in the viewfinder, set [VF POWERMODE] to [ON](p. ...
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..., the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. If you do not use your camcorder for the first time. 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select (OTHERS) by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. CLOCK SET --:--:--:--...5 Set [M] (month), [D] (day), hour and minute, then press the dial. The clock starts. For midday, set it to step 4 when you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch positions. SEL / PUSH EXEC P MENU P SEL/PUSH MENU EXEC dial button Skip to 12:00 AM. CLOCK SET --:--:--:-- In that...
..., the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. If you do not use your camcorder for the first time. 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select (OTHERS) by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. CLOCK SET --:--:--:--...5 Set [M] (month), [D] (day), hour and minute, then press the dial. The clock starts. For midday, set it to step 4 when you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch positions. SEL / PUSH EXEC P MENU P SEL/PUSH MENU EXEC dial button Skip to 12:00 AM. CLOCK SET --:--:--:-- In that...
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Do not shake or knock your camcorder is lit or flashing, your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack. To eject a "Memory Stick Duo" Lightly push the "Memory Stick Duo" ...
Do not shake or knock your camcorder is lit or flashing, your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack. To eject a "Memory Stick Duo" Lightly push the "Memory Stick Duo" ...
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Do the following steps to CAMERA while pressing the green button. Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green button. 24 Recording/Playback Recording REC START/ STOP button B Recording lamp Recording lamp Lens hood POWER switch REC START/STOP button A Your camcorder records movies on tape and still images on "Memory Stick Duo." The factory setting is HDV format ([REC FORMAT] p. 82). 1 Open the shutter of the lens hood. 2 Slide the POWER switch to record movies. • This camcorder can record movies in HDV or DVCAM (DV) format.
Do the following steps to CAMERA while pressing the green button. Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green button. 24 Recording/Playback Recording REC START/ STOP button B Recording lamp Recording lamp Lens hood POWER switch REC START/STOP button A Your camcorder records movies on tape and still images on "Memory Stick Duo." The factory setting is HDV format ([REC FORMAT] p. 82). 1 Open the shutter of the lens hood. 2 Slide the POWER switch to record movies. • This camcorder can record movies in HDV or DVCAM (DV) format.
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... Camera data stored on the "Memory Stick Duo." Playing back in HDV format/DVCAM (DV) format (16:9): 1.2M - Playing back in your camcorder, Assign [PHOTO] to any one of recordable pictures can vary depending on the Remote Commander. While using shot transition - While using the fader - ...While using your Remote Commander at the scene. z Tips • See page 138 for Sony "Memory Stick Duo." z Tips • Image sizes of "Memory Stick Duo." Recording in HDV format: 1.2M - When you want to save as...
... Camera data stored on the "Memory Stick Duo." Playing back in HDV format/DVCAM (DV) format (16:9): 1.2M - Playing back in your camcorder, Assign [PHOTO] to any one of recordable pictures can vary depending on the Remote Commander. While using shot transition - While using the fader - ...While using your Remote Commander at the scene. z Tips • See page 138 for Sony "Memory Stick Duo." z Tips • Image sizes of "Memory Stick Duo." Recording in HDV format: 1.2M - When you want to save as...