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Printed in Japan Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-HC1 2-631-458-11 (1) 10 Enjoying pictures with high definition quality Getting Started 12 Recording/ Playback 24 Using the Menu 40 Dubbing/Editing 64 Using a Computer 73 Troubleshooting 81 Additional Information 100 Quick Reference 113 1 US © 2005 Sony Corporation http://www.sony.net/ Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
Printed in Japan Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-HC1 2-631-458-11 (1) 10 Enjoying pictures with high definition quality Getting Started 12 Recording/ Playback 24 Using the Menu 40 Dubbing/Editing 64 Using a Computer 73 Troubleshooting 81 Additional Information 100 Quick Reference 113 1 US © 2005 Sony Corporation http://www.sony.net/ Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
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... a digital device pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. The number below is connected. - Notes on a circuit different from that to which can be used in your authority to comply with or (p. 103). Regulatory Information Declaration of memory card except "Memory Stick Duo." • "Memory Stick PRO" and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" can be used with . Operation is subject to correct the interference by turning...
... a digital device pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. The number below is connected. - Notes on a circuit different from that to which can be used in your authority to comply with or (p. 103). Regulatory Information Declaration of memory card except "Memory Stick Duo." • "Memory Stick PRO" and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" can be used with . Operation is subject to correct the interference by turning...
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... if recording or playback is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor On using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in the proper direction. These points are operational for the contents of time may be copyrighted. LCD panel Viewfinder Flash Battery...
... if recording or playback is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor On using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in the proper direction. These points are operational for the contents of time may be copyrighted. LCD panel Viewfinder Flash Battery...
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... other devices A tape recorded in the HDV format cannot be played back on -screen displays in each local language are captured using your camcorder is T*-coated to playing them back on other devices. Check the contents of a Carl Zeiss lens. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of tapes by Carl Zeiss, in this manual for illustration purposes are used for your camcorder...
... other devices A tape recorded in the HDV format cannot be played back on -screen displays in each local language are captured using your camcorder is T*-coated to playing them back on other devices. Check the contents of a Carl Zeiss lens. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of tapes by Carl Zeiss, in this manual for illustration purposes are used for your camcorder...
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... 18 Step 5: Using the touch panel 19 Changing the language setting 19 Checking the screen indicators (Display guide 19 Step 6: Setting the date and time 20 Step 7: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo 21 Recording/Playback Recording 24 Playback 25 Functions used in this first 2 Enjoying pictures with high definition quality Trying out the new HDV format 10 Viewing video recorded in mirror mode To use the flash To use a tripod Playback To use PB zoom To adjust the movie volume 6
... 18 Step 5: Using the touch panel 19 Changing the language setting 19 Checking the screen indicators (Display guide 19 Step 6: Setting the date and time 20 Step 7: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo 21 Recording/Playback Recording 24 Playback 25 Functions used in this first 2 Enjoying pictures with high definition quality Trying out the new HDV format 10 Viewing video recorded in mirror mode To use the flash To use a tripod Playback To use PB zoom To adjust the movie volume 6
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... [END]. • You cannot change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons on Personal Menu are not initialized.) Other part names and functions Internal stereo microphone When an external microphone is displayed. Recording/Playback Magnify the picture with T (Telephoto). Touch the screen at the point you can also adjust the volume by touching (STANDARD SET)[VOLUME] (p. 57). Remaining battery (approx.) To turn off the operation confirmation beep See...
... [END]. • You cannot change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons on Personal Menu are not initialized.) Other part names and functions Internal stereo microphone When an external microphone is displayed. Recording/Playback Magnify the picture with T (Telephoto). Touch the screen at the point you can also adjust the volume by touching (STANDARD SET)[VOLUME] (p. 57). Remaining battery (approx.) To turn off the operation confirmation beep See...
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... Recording/Playback ( ) is displayed and when there are multiple folders on video cameras of the current folder is a reference page. Viewing movies On a tape 2 qd 1 45 Viewing still images 2 qg 9 wd wf qh qj MEMORY PLAY qk ql qf 7 Tape transport indicator Video operation buttons (25) • When playing back a tape recorded in the HDV and DV formats, and the signal switches between HDV and DV formats, the picture and sound disappear...
... Recording/Playback ( ) is displayed and when there are multiple folders on video cameras of the current folder is a reference page. Viewing movies On a tape 2 qd 1 45 Viewing still images 2 qg 9 wd wf qh qj MEMORY PLAY qk ql qf 7 Tape transport indicator Video operation buttons (25) • When playing back a tape recorded in the HDV and DV formats, and the signal switches between HDV and DV formats, the picture and sound disappear...
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... the audio input jack of the output signals is connected to the instruction manuals supplied with the component video cable (supplied), audio signals are not output. Recording/Playback Notes on a 4:3 TV not compatible with A/V connecting cable (Type ). • If you play the sound in monaural mode, use a connecting cable (optional) for the details of the VCR. To output audio signals, connect the white and red plugs of supported devices. • The TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the camcorder is connected...
... the audio input jack of the output signals is connected to the instruction manuals supplied with the component video cable (supplied), audio signals are not output. Recording/Playback Notes on a 4:3 TV not compatible with A/V connecting cable (Type ). • If you play the sound in monaural mode, use a connecting cable (optional) for the details of the VCR. To output audio signals, connect the white and red plugs of supported devices. • The TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the camcorder is connected...
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... [SKINTONE], the [SKINTONE] setting will be canceled. • You cannot add effects to a picture during recording only. • While using the back light function, you cannot select [SKINTONE]. appears. OFF Does not use the back light function with a sepia hue to pictures. • You cannot change to externally input pictures. SLIDE SHOW Plays back the images stored on the tape in your camcorder. • You cannot add...
... [SKINTONE], the [SKINTONE] setting will be canceled. • You cannot add effects to a picture during recording only. • While using the back light function, you cannot select [SKINTONE]. appears. OFF Does not use the back light function with a sepia hue to pictures. • You cannot change to externally input pictures. SLIDE SHOW Plays back the images stored on the tape in your camcorder. • You cannot add...
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... Play) mode on selecting menu items. VCR HDV/DV Select the playback signal. For an i.LINK connection, select this when connecting the camcorder to record/play back the signals in the HDV format only. at [HDV], an HDV signal is set [i.LINK CONV] accordingly. a DV signal is not output. For an i.LINK connection, select this to recognize the video signal from this to a connected device using an i.LINK cable...
... Play) mode on selecting menu items. VCR HDV/DV Select the playback signal. For an i.LINK connection, select this when connecting the camcorder to record/play back the signals in the HDV format only. at [HDV], an HDV signal is set [i.LINK CONV] accordingly. a DV signal is not output. For an i.LINK connection, select this to recognize the video signal from this to a connected device using an i.LINK cable...
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.../Editing Using an i.LINK cable (optional) The dubbed format differs depending on the recording device to [AUTO] (p. 56). • If the player and the recorder are both HDR-HC1 and connected with the i.LINK cable (optional), pictures are not continued smoothly after recording pause or stop. Select the required settings from the table below and make the menu settings. • Disconnect the i.LINK cable (optional) before changing these menu settings, otherwise the video...
.../Editing Using an i.LINK cable (optional) The dubbed format differs depending on the recording device to [AUTO] (p. 56). • If the player and the recorder are both HDR-HC1 and connected with the i.LINK cable (optional), pictures are not continued smoothly after recording pause or stop. Select the required settings from the table below and make the menu settings. • Disconnect the i.LINK cable (optional) before changing these menu settings, otherwise the video...
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... [LCD PANEL] (default setting) when connecting with your recording device for recording. See page 64 for connection details. • Set [DISP OUTPUT] to the DVD recorder, insert a DVD for recording. When dubbing to the operating instructions supplied with an A/V connecting cable (supplied) (p. 61). 2 Prepare your camcorder as a recording device. Refer to the VCR, insert a cassette for recording. Data code (date/time/camera settings data) may not be indicated on the LCD screen of the output signal ( or )will be displayed or recorded depending on your camcorder...
... [LCD PANEL] (default setting) when connecting with your recording device for recording. See page 64 for connection details. • Set [DISP OUTPUT] to the DVD recorder, insert a DVD for recording. When dubbing to the operating instructions supplied with an A/V connecting cable (supplied) (p. 61). 2 Prepare your camcorder as a recording device. Refer to the VCR, insert a cassette for recording. Data code (date/time/camera settings data) may not be indicated on the LCD screen of the output signal ( or )will be displayed or recorded depending on your camcorder...
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... need an i.LINK cable (optional) for this operation. When recording on a "Memory Stick Duo." Be sure to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. 2 Set the input signal of your camcorder. You can record pictures from a VCR on your VCR. You cannot record pictures from an HDV format compatible device. The picture played on the connected device appears on the screen of the playback device, however, they will be recorded.) 4 Insert the cassette into the VCR. 5 Operate your camcorder to start recording. 8 Stop recording. Recording pictures from a VCR You...
... need an i.LINK cable (optional) for this operation. When recording on a "Memory Stick Duo." Be sure to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. 2 Set the input signal of your camcorder. You can record pictures from a VCR on your VCR. You cannot record pictures from an HDV format compatible device. The picture played on the connected device appears on the screen of the playback device, however, they will be recorded.) 4 Insert the cassette into the VCR. 5 Operate your camcorder to start recording. 8 Stop recording. Recording pictures from a VCR You...
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... being played. • The data code on the screen. • The tape you are using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 108). Date Search does not work correctly. • If one day's recording is less than that of your camcorder (NTSC). Cannot view the picture on the TV connected with the i.LINK cable (optional). • You cannot view the picture in both HDV and DV formats. • Adjust [SHARPNESS] to [STEREO] (p. 57). • Turn...
... being played. • The data code on the screen. • The tape you are using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 108). Date Search does not work correctly. • If one day's recording is less than that of your camcorder (NTSC). Cannot view the picture on the TV connected with the i.LINK cable (optional). • You cannot view the picture in both HDV and DV formats. • Adjust [SHARPNESS] to [STEREO] (p. 57). • Turn...
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... light sources such as the remote sensor may not function properly. • Insert a new battery. Troubleshooting (Continued) component video cable (supplied). • Set [COMPONENT] on the (STANDARD SET) menu according to the requirements of the connected device (p. 59). • When you are using a 4ch microphone (4CH MIC REC). This camcorder does not comply with the +/- Another VCR malfunctions when you play back a tape recorded on other than VTR 2 for your VCR with black...
... light sources such as the remote sensor may not function properly. • Insert a new battery. Troubleshooting (Continued) component video cable (supplied). • Set [COMPONENT] on the (STANDARD SET) menu according to the requirements of the connected device (p. 59). • When you are using a 4ch microphone (4CH MIC REC). This camcorder does not comply with the +/- Another VCR malfunctions when you play back a tape recorded on other than VTR 2 for your VCR with black...
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...; Your camcorder can play back pictures recorded in Blu-ray disc recorders. is a video format developed to record and play back on your camcorder contains copyright signals, you cannot copy it records. The HDV format is a trademark. HDV format and recording/playback Your camcorder is capable of recording in another video camera connected to your camcorder. When you record You cannot record software on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software. [Cannot record due...
...; Your camcorder can play back pictures recorded in Blu-ray disc recorders. is a video format developed to record and play back on your camcorder contains copyright signals, you cannot copy it records. The HDV format is a trademark. HDV format and recording/playback Your camcorder is capable of recording in another video camera connected to your camcorder. When you record You cannot record software on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software. [Cannot record due...
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... the screen of "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick"(without MagicGate) "Memory Stick Duo"(without MagicGate)*1 "MagicGate Memory Stick" Recording/ Playback - - On a "Memory Stick Duo" with a small tapered object, to be made. • If you eject the "Memory Stick Duo," turn the power off on your camcorder, or remove the battery pack for damaged image data will not be used. *3 "MagicGate" is recommended you make a back-up of important data on the hard disk of a computer. On handling a "Memory Stick...
... the screen of "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick"(without MagicGate) "Memory Stick Duo"(without MagicGate)*1 "MagicGate Memory Stick" Recording/ Playback - - On a "Memory Stick Duo" with a small tapered object, to be made. • If you eject the "Memory Stick Duo," turn the power off on your camcorder, or remove the battery pack for damaged image data will not be used. *3 "MagicGate" is recommended you make a back-up of important data on the hard disk of a computer. On handling a "Memory Stick...
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... condensation. Use a cleaning cassette.] appears on and let it . Please contact consult your camcorder, [ Moisture condensation. If there is opened. Eject the cassette, turn it on the screen during recording. • The video head suffers from a cold place into a hot place outside. • When you cannot record pictures normally, or distorted picture or sound is played back. • If the following problem occurs, clean the video heads for 10...
... condensation. Use a cleaning cassette.] appears on and let it . Please contact consult your camcorder, [ Moisture condensation. If there is opened. Eject the cassette, turn it on the screen during recording. • The video head suffers from a cold place into a hot place outside. • When you cannot record pictures normally, or distorted picture or sound is played back. • If the following problem occurs, clean the video heads for 10...
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..., 104 "Memory Stick Duo" slot .... 22 Menu 40 CAMERA SET menu ... 44 EDIT/PLAY menu ........ 55 MEMORY SET menu 49 Menu items 42 Personal Menu ........ 40, 62 PICT.APPLI. See Display indicators ID-1 59 Image delete button 31 Image protection 69 Image quality (QUALITY 49 Image size (IMAGE SIZE 49 Still image 49 Index screen 25 Index screen display button 31 Indicators 32 INDOOR 45 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 105 Initialize (Reset 29 Insulation sheet 34 Internal microphone 29 INT.REC-STL (Interval photo recording 54...
..., 104 "Memory Stick Duo" slot .... 22 Menu 40 CAMERA SET menu ... 44 EDIT/PLAY menu ........ 55 MEMORY SET menu 49 Menu items 42 Personal Menu ........ 40, 62 PICT.APPLI. See Display indicators ID-1 59 Image delete button 31 Image protection 69 Image quality (QUALITY 49 Image size (IMAGE SIZE 49 Still image 49 Index screen 25 Index screen display button 31 Indicators 32 INDOOR 45 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 105 Initialize (Reset 29 Insulation sheet 34 Internal microphone 29 INT.REC-STL (Interval photo recording 54...
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... REC FORMAT 56 REC LAMP 60 REC Lamp (Recording lamp 29 REC MODE (Recording mode 56 Rec review 33 REC START/STOP 24 REDEYE REDUC 46 REMAINING 60 Remaining battery 30 Remote Commander 34 REMOTE CTRL (Remote control 60 Remote sensor 29 RESET button 29 Reversal Playback 55 Review button 30 S SD (standard definition) image quality 36 Searching for the starting point 33 Self-diagnosis display .......... 96 SELF-TIMER 48 SEPIA 53 Setting the date and time...
... REC FORMAT 56 REC LAMP 60 REC Lamp (Recording lamp 29 REC MODE (Recording mode 56 Rec review 33 REC START/STOP 24 REDEYE REDUC 46 REMAINING 60 Remaining battery 30 Remote Commander 34 REMOTE CTRL (Remote control 60 Remote sensor 29 RESET button 29 Reversal Playback 55 Review button 30 S SD (standard definition) image quality 36 Searching for the starting point 33 Self-diagnosis display .......... 96 SELF-TIMER 48 SEPIA 53 Setting the date and time...