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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    2-178-348-11(1) Operating Instructions Read this first Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-FX1 © 2004 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Read This First

    Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. HDR-FX1 Serial No.

  • Page 3: Notes On Use

    Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Notes on use Your camcorder is capable of recording in both HDV and DV formats. You can use only mini DV cassettes in your camcorder. The HDV standards •...
  • Page 4 • To ensure a good grip, fasten the grip belt as shown in the following illustration. • You can change the language to be used for screen display on your camcorder (p. 18). • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Viewfinder LCD panel Battery pack...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Read this first ... 2 Quick Start Guide Recording movies ... 8 Getting started Step 1: Checking supplied items... 10 Step 2: Charging the battery pack... 11 Using an outside power source ... 14 Step 3: Turning the power on... 14 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder...
  • Page 6 Adjusting the focus... 32 Adjusting the focus manually ... 32 Enhancing the outline to focus – PEAKING ... 33 Customizing the picture quality or sound ... 34 Customizing the picture quality – PICTURE PROFILE ... 34 Adjusting the audio recording level – Microphone volume level ... 36 Recording a picture using various features...
  • Page 7 – Signal conversion function ...81 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ...83 Warning indicators and messages ...88 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ...90 HDV format and recording/playback ..91 About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ...92 About i.LINK ...94 Maintenance and precautions ...95 Specification ...98...

  • Page 8: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide Recording movies Attach the charged battery pack to the camcorder. To charge the battery, see page 11. Press the battery pack and slide it down. Battery Pack Insert a cassette into the camcorder. Slide the OPEN/ EJECT...

  • Page 9: Start Recording While Checking The Subject On The Lcd Screen

    Start recording while checking the subject on the LCD screen. The date and time is not set up in the default setting. To set the date and time, see page 16. The pictures are recorded in the HDV format in the default setting. To record in the DV format, see page 60.

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Note • If you attach an optical filter (optional) or so, remove the lens hood. Large eyecup (1) To attach it to your camcorder, see page 16. Getting started Wireless Remote Commander (1) A/V connecting cable (1) Component video cable (1) Shoe adaptor (1) To attach it to your camcorder, see page 104.

  • Page 11: Step 2: Charging The Battery Pack

    Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the battery by attaching the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series) to your camcorder. b Note • You cannot use batteries other than the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series) (p. 92). • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor with any metallic objects.
  • Page 12 Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. After charging the battery The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack. To remove the battery pack Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
  • Page 13 • The power will not be supplied from the battery pack when the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even if its power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet. • The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperature.

  • Page 14: Using An Outside Power Source

    PRECAUTION Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor.

  • Page 15: Step 4: Adjusting The Lcd Panel And Viewfinder

    [LCD BL LEVEL] on the [LCD/VF SET] menu • When you use your camcorder in bright conditions using the battery pack, set the LCD BACKLIGHT switch to OFF ( appears). This position saves battery power.

  • Page 16: Step 5: Setting The Date And Time

    Note • If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable button-type battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the rechargeable button-type battery (p.

  • Page 17: Step 6: Inserting A Cassette Tape

    For details on these cassettes (such as write- protection), see page 91. b Note • Do not force the cassette into the compartment. This may cause a malfunction of your camcorder. Slide the OPEN/EJECT the direction of the arrow and open the lid.

  • Page 18: Step 7: Setting The Screen Language

    Getting started Step 7: Setting the screen language You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen. Turn on your camcorder. Open the LCD panel and adjust the angle. Press MENU. Select the turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial.
  • Page 19 Select the desired language by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. Press MENU to hide the menu screen. z Tip • Your camcorder offers [ENG [SIMP]] (simplified English) for when you cannot find your native tongue among the options. Getting started...

  • Page 20: Recording

    The HDV format lamp lights up and your camcorder is set to recording standby (the default setting). It takes some time for your camcorder to be set to recording standby. Select the recording format. To record in the HDV format...

  • Page 21: Remaining Battery

    • Before changing the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). • When the camcorder is left in recording standby for more than about 5 minutes, your camcorder exits the recording standby mode (the drum stops rotating) to prevent tape wear and battery loss.

  • Page 22: Recording For A Longer Time

    1 cm (approx. 1/2 inch)* 80 cm (approx. 2 5/8 feet)* * The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus with that side of the lever. Recording Set the ZOOM switch to LEVER/ REMOTE.

  • Page 23: Recording In Mirror Mode

    You can also utilize this function when recording yourself, or to keep the attention of small children attracted to the camcorder while you record them. Up to about 100 degrees Open the LCD panel 180 degrees, then rotate it towards the subject until it clicks.

  • Page 24: Displaying The Recording Setup Information - Status Check

    Displaying the recording setup information – Status check You can check the setup value of the following items in the standby mode or during recording. • Audio setup such as microphone volume level (p. 36) • Output setup ([COMPONENT], [i.LINK CONV], and [TV TYPE] settings) (p.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Exposure

    Adjusting the exposure The exposure is adjusted automatically in the default setting. If you want to record brighter or darker pictures than those of the auto exposure adjustment, use the manual adjustment function (p. 27), or customize the picture quality by using the PICTURE PROFILE function (p.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The White Balance

    B is flashing. • If A or B does not change from flashing to lit steadily, your camcorder is unable to set up the white balance. In this case, use the preset or automatic white balance. To use the preset white balance...

  • Page 27: Recording Using Manual Adjustments

    Item Recording scene [OUTDOOR] • general night views, neon signs, or fireworks • sunset, sunrise • under daylight fluorescent lamps [INDOOR] (n) • at party or in studios where lighting conditions change quickly • under video lamps such as those in a studio, under sodium lamps, mercury lamps, or warm white fluorescent lamps...

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Iris

    Adjusting the iris You can manually adjust the light volume entering the lens. As the iris is opened (smaller aperture values), the light volume increases. The range of focus narrows and only the subject appears in sharp focus. As the iris is closed (larger aperture values), the light volume decreases and the range of focus widens.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Shutter Speed

    During recording or in the standby mode, set the AUTO LOCK switch to the center position to release the auto lock mode. Press GAIN. The current gain value appears. Set the GAIN switch to the desired position. 3 gain levels (H, M, L) are available. You can set the value for the respective positions with [GAIN SETUP] on the (CAMERA SET) menu (p.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Volume Of Light - Nd Filter

    Tip • It is difficult to focus automatically at a lower shutter speed. Manual focusing with your camcorder attached to a tripod is recommended. • The picture may flicker or change colors under fluorescent lamps, sodium lamps, or mercury lamps.

  • Page 31: Displaying The Zebra Pattern To Adjust The Brightness

    Displaying the zebra pattern to adjust the brightness If there is a part of the screen where brightness is over a certain level, the part may appear excessively white when played back. By displaying the zebra pattern on such a part, you can be reminded to adjust the brightness before recording.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Focus

    Adjusting the focus The focus is adjusted automatically in the default setting. Adjusting the focus manually You can adjust the focus manually according to the recording conditions. Use this function in the following cases. – To record a subject behind a window covered with raindrops.

  • Page 33: Enhancing The Outline To Focus - Peaking

    To focus automatically temporarily Record the subject with PUSH AUTO pressed. If you release the button, the setting returns to manual focusing. Use this function to shift the focus from one subject to another. The scenes will transition smoothly. z Tip •...

  • Page 34: Customizing The Picture Quality Or Sound

    Connect your camcorder to a TV or monitor, and adjust the picture quality while observing the picture on the TV or monitor screen. At the default setting, [PP1] through [PP6] are registered with picture quality settings for the following recording conditions.
  • Page 35 Item Adjustment [SKINTONE To make wrinkles less DTL] noticeable by suppressing the outlines on the part of skin color to be enhanced. [TYPE1] (the color range recognized as a skin color is narrow) to [TYPE3] (the color range recognized as a skin color is wide) In the case of [TYPE3], the effect may also be applied to a...

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Audio Recording Level - Microphone Volume Level

    Select [COPY] by turning the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. Select the number of the picture profile to be copied to by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. Select [YES] again by turning the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial.

  • Page 37: Recording A Picture Using Various Features

    Recording a picture using various features Developing scenes smoothly – Shot transition You can register the settings of focus, zoom, iris, gain, shutter speed, and white balance, and then change the recording setting from the current one to the registered one, resulting in a smooth transition of scenes (Shot transition).

  • Page 38: Fading In And Out Of A Scene- Fader

    Recording using the Shot transition function Press STORE/CHECK/EXEC repeatedly to turn on the EXEC lamp. Press REC START/STOP. Press the button (A or B) in which the desired setting was stored. Pictures will be recorded with the settings that were changed automatically from the current ones to the stored ones.

  • Page 39: Recording An Index Signal At The Beginning Of Recording

    Press REC START/STOP. The FADER indicator stops flashing and disappears when the fade is complete. To cancel the operation Press the ASSIGN button assigned to the function repeatedly until the FADER indicators disappear. b Note • You cannot use the FADER function together with [FRAME REC] (Frame recording).

  • Page 40: Recording In 16:9 Wide Rec Mode

    Recording in 16:9 wide rec mode You can display pictures recorded in the DV format on the entire TV screen by setting [DV WIDE REC] on the SET) menu at the time of recording. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your TV as well.

  • Page 41: Reviewing The Most Recently Recorded Scenes - Rec Review

    You can view a few seconds of the scene recorded just before you stopped the tape. In the standby mode, press REC REVIEW. The last few seconds of the most recently recorded scene are played back. Then, your camcorder is set to the standby mode. Recording...

  • Page 42: Playback

    LP) B Remaining battery C Tape transport indicator D Time code (hour: minute: second: frame) or tape counter (hour: minute: second) The time code of this camcorder is of the drop-frame system. (rewind) to go to the point 0:00:00:00 HDV1080...

  • Page 43: Playing Back In Various Modes

    b Note • When playing back a tape recorded in the HDV and DV formats, and the signal switches between HDV and DV, the picture and sound disappear temporarily. • You cannot play back the tape recorded in the HDV format on video cameras of the DV format or mini- DV players.

  • Page 44: Various Playback Functions

    Set the POWER switch to VCR. Press DATA CODE on the camcorder or Remote Commander during playback or playback pause. Each time you press the button, the...

  • Page 45: Displaying The Video Information - Status Check

    Camera settings data display In the date/time data display, the date and time is displayed in the same area. If you record the picture without setting the clock, [--- -- ----] and [--:--:--] will appear. 0: 00 :0 0 HDV1080 F 1.7 6 dB 10 0...

  • Page 46: Playing The Picture On A Tv

    Green Blue • In case of this connection, the TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the camcorder is connected. Refer to the operating manual supplied with the TV for the details. To connect the TV using the component video cable •...
  • Page 47 COMPONENT OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the pictures. z Tip • If you connect your camcorder to your TV using more than one type of cables to output the pictures in analog signal, the output signals have priority in the...

  • Page 48: Viewing The Picture On A 16:9 Tv Or A 4:3 Tv

    Viewing the picture on a 16:9 TV or a 4:3 TV Component video cable (supplied) Signal flow Connect your camcorder and your TV or VCR using either cables described below. To connect the TV using the component video cable This connection is recommended when your TV has COMPONENT VIDEO jacks.

  • Page 49: Locating A Scene On A Tape For Playback

    When your TV is connected to a VCR Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. When your TV is monaural (When your...

  • Page 50: Searching For A Scene By Date Of Recording - Date Search

    Press STOP on the Remote Commander. b Note • If 1 day’s recording is less than 2 minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes. Playback • The Date search will not function correctly when there is a blank section between recorded sections on the tape.

  • Page 51: Using The Menu

    Select the desired item by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. The available menu items vary depending on the power mode of your camcorder. Unavailable items will be grayed out. 1 2 0 STBY 0 : 0 0 : 0 0...

  • Page 52: Using The (Camera Set) Menu

    Press MENU to hide the menu screen. Using the Menu setting is selected. The settings you can adjust vary depending on the power mode of your camcorder. The screen shows the items you can operate at the moment. Unavailable items will be grayed out. CAMERA SET...
  • Page 53 SHOT TRANS Select this setting to set the transition duration and time. See page 37 for details on using the shot transition function. TRANS TIME Select the time that takes to make a transition from the current setting to the selected setting.

  • Page 54: Handle Zoom

    Select when a wide conversion lens (optional) is attached. This mode is the most effective with Sony VCL-HG0872 wide conversion lens. Select to record under normal conditions. Flickering of the screen under a light source such as fluorescent lamps will be reduced.
  • Page 55 FRAME REC You can record pictures with a stop-motion animated effect by alternately recording a few frames and then moving the subject a little. Operate your camcorder using the Remote Commander to prevent camera shake. GOFF ON ( Note •...

  • Page 56: Using The (Audio Set) Menu

    GSTEREO Note • You can play back a dual sound track cassette on this camcorder. However, you cannot record a dual sound track on this camcorder. • The setting returns to [STEREO] when you disconnect the power source from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes.
  • Page 57 WIND MIC/LINE IN GEXT MIC LINE Standard setting. Select when you want to record the sound as it is without reducing the noise caused by wind. Select to input an audio signal when a microphone is connected to the MIC/LINE jack. Select to input an audio signal when an audio device is connected to the MIC/LINE jack.

  • Page 58: Using The (Lcd/Vf Set) Menu

    GNORMAL BRIGHT Note • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for this setting. VF B.LIGHT You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder. The recorded picture will not be affected by this setting.

  • Page 59: Using The (In/Out Rec) Menu

    VCR HDV/DV Select the playback signal. Normally select [AUTO]. When the camcorder is connected to another device using an i.LINK cable, select the signal to be input/output from the recorded or played back. GAUTO Note •...

  • Page 60: Rec Mode

    Select to record in the SP (Standard Play) mode on a tape. Select to increase the recording time to 1.5 times that of the SP mode (Long Play). The use of Sony Excellence/Master mini DV cassettes is recommended to get the most out of your camcorder.
  • Page 61 • Disconnect the i.LINK cable before setting [i.LINK CONV]. Otherwise, the connected video device may not be able to recognize the video signal from this camcorder. TV TYPE You need to convert the signal depending on the TV connected. G16:9 •...

  • Page 62: Using The (Others) Menu

    You can set the date and time (p. 16). WORLD TIME You can adjust the time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Set the time difference by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, the clock will be adjusted in accordance with the time difference. If you set the time difference to 0, the clock returns to the originally set time.

  • Page 63: Rec Lamp

    GNORMAL Select to turn on the camera recording lamps on the front and rear of your camcorder during recording. Select this setting in the following recording situations. The camera recording lamps on the front and rear will not light up during recording.

  • Page 64: Remote Ctrl

    DISP OUTPUT GLCD PANEL V-OUT/PANEL Note • You cannot input a signal to your camcorder if you press DISPLAY/BATT INFO while [V-OUT/PANEL] is selected. REMOTE CTRL Note • The setting returns to [ON] when you have the power source disconnected from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes.

  • Page 65: Customizing Personal Menu

    Customizing Personal Menu The available items vary depending on the power mode of your camcorder. Unavailable items will be grayed out. You can add frequently used menu items to Personal Menu, or sort them in the order you like (customizing). You can customize the Personal Menu for each power mode of your camcorder.
  • Page 66 : END Select a menu item by turning the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. The available items vary depending on the power mode of the camcorder. Only the available items are displayed. 1 2 0 STBY 0 : 0 0 : 0 0...
  • Page 67 Arranging the order of menus displayed on Personal Menu – Sort You can sort the menus added to Personal Menu in the desired order. Press P-MENU. 1 2 0 STBY 0 : 0 0 : 0 0 P–MENU SHOT TRANS ASS I GN BTN REC FORMAT AE RESPONSE...

  • Page 68: Assigning The Functions

    Select [RESET] by turning the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. 1 2 0 STBY 0 : 0 0 : 0 0 RESET I n i t i a l i z e CAMERA m o d e ' s P–MENU s e t t i n g ? P–MENU : END...
  • Page 69 by turning SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. [ASSIGN1] through [ASSIGN3] are available. [------] is displayed at the number that no function is assigned. Select the function to be assigned by turning SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial. Select [OK] by turning SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial.

  • Page 70: Dubbing/Editing

    • If you change the settings of [VCR HDV/DV] and [i.LINK CONV] with the i.LINK cable connected, the video device may not be able to recognize the video signal from the camcorder at the time of dubbing. • When [VCR HDV/DV] is set to [AUTO] and the signal switches between HDV and DV, the picture and sound disappear temporarily.
  • Page 71 • If you change the settings of [VCR HDV/DV] and [i.LINK CONV] with the i.LINK cable connected, the video device may not be able to recognize the video signal from the camcorder at the time of dubbing. • If [i.LINK CONV] is set to [OFF] while [VCR...
  • Page 72 To dub to an AV device Connect your camcorder to a VCR using the A/ V connecting cable (supplied). AUDIO/VIDEO jack Signal flow * When there is an S video jack on the device to be connected, connect an S video cable (optional) to that jack instead of using the yellow video plug of the A/V connecting cable (supplied).
  • Page 73 Note • When you use an i.LINK cable, the recorded picture becomes rough when a picture is paused on your camcorder while recording it to a VCR. • Pictures recorded in the HDV format are not output from the HDV/DV jack during playback pause or in playback modes other than normal playback.

  • Page 74: Recording Pictures From A Vcr Or Tv

    Connecting a VCR or TV To record from an HDV compatible device You can record and edit pictures from an HDV compatible VCR. Use your camcorder as a recorder and connect it to an HDV compatible device using an i.LINK cable (optional).
  • Page 75 You can record and edit pictures or TV programs from a VCR or TV. Use your camcorder as a recorder and connect it to a VCR using the A/V connecting cable (supplied). You can connect a DV compatible device also using an i.LINK cable (optional).
  • Page 76 Recording movies Insert a cassette for recording in your camcorder before the following operations. Connect your TV or VCR to your camcorder as a playback device (p. 74). If you are recording from a VCR, insert a cassette. Set the POWER switch to VCR.

  • Page 77: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a computer To use your camcorder by connecting it to a computer using an i.LINK cable, the computer must have an i.LINK interface, and application software to read video signals must be installed on the computer. Refer to the manual supplied with the application software for the system requirements of the computer.

  • Page 78: Dubbing Sound To A Recorded Tape

    – When the tape is recorded in the HDV format. – When the tape is recorded in the 16-bit mode. – When the tape is recorded in the LP mode. – When your camcorder is connected using an i.LINK cable. Audio device (such as...

  • Page 79: Recording Sound

    • When you use an external microphone (optional) to record additional audio, you can check the picture and the sound by connecting your camcorder to a TV using the A/V connecting cable. However, sound you have recorded afterwards is not output from the speaker.
  • Page 80 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the balance between the original sound (ST1) and the sound recorded afterwards (ST2), then press the dial. The original sound (ST1) is output in the default setting. The adjusted audio balance returns to the default setting about 5 minutes after the battery pack or other power sources have been disconnected.

  • Page 81: Connecting An Analog Vcr To The

    (IN/OUT REC) menu, [VCR HDV/DV], then [DV] (p. 59). If you do this operation with the i.LINK (supplied), and a digital device such as a computer to your camcorder using an i.LINK cable (optional). Your camcorder converts the analog video signal from the VCR to a digital signal and transmits it to the computer to be dubbed.
  • Page 82 Stop importing on the computer, and stop playback on the analog device. b Note • Your camcorder may not be able to output the signal to the computer correctly depending on the video signal input to your camcorder. • You cannot import pictures that have been recorded using a copyright protection signal to a computer via your camcorder.

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting

    RESET button, all settings including the clock setting (except the Personal Menu and Picture Profile settings) are reset. • This is because some lens functions on the camcorder use a linear mechanism. This is not a malfunction. cSet [REMOTE CTRL] on the cInsert batteries into the battery compartment with the + –...

  • Page 84: Cassette Tapes

    If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged (p. 11, 93). cSet the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
  • Page 85 REC or insert a new cassette (p. 91). cThe 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. 95).
  • Page 86 Symptom A vertical band appears when recording a bright subject. Tiny spots in white appear on the screen. Oblique stripes appear on the screen. cSet the ZEBRA/PEAKING switch to OFF (p. 31). Picture appears too bright on the screen, and the subject does not appear on the screen.
  • Page 87 This is not a malfunction (p. 90). • This appears when you play back a tape recorded on other recording devices using a 4-channel microphone. This camcorder does not comply with the 4-channel microphone recording standard. Cause and/or Corrective Actions cSet [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] on the (p.

  • Page 88: Warning Indicators And Messages

    Troubleshooting Cause and/or Corrective Actions Some symptoms can be fixed by yourself. If the problem persists even after you tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:04:ss cA battery pack that is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is being used.

  • Page 89: Warning Messages

    Warning messages If messages appear on the screen, check the following. See the page in parentheses for details. Subjects Indications Battery Use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. Battery level is low. Old battery. Use a new one. Z Re-attach the power source. % Z Moisture condensation.

  • Page 90: Additional Information

    Power supply You can use your camcorder in any country/ regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].

  • Page 91: Hdv Format And Recording/Playback

    HDV compatible TV or computer. Playback • Your camcorder can play back pictures in both the DV format and HDV1080i specification. • Your camcorder can play back a picture recorded in the 720/30p system of the HDV format but cannot output it from the DV jack.

  • Page 92: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    • Your camcorder is not compatible with Cassette Memory. are trademarks. HDV and are trademarks of Sony Corporation and JVC. All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, “™” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
  • Page 93 Please buy a new battery pack. • The battery life varies depending on how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment for each battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Additional Information...

  • Page 94: About I.link

    Tip • 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. • IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

  • Page 95: Maintenance And Precautions

    Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. • If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
  • Page 96 If you cannot obtain a clear image even Additional Information after using a cleaning cassette, it might be because the video head is worn. Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility to have the video head replaced. LCD screen •...
  • Page 97 The button-type battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder at all.

  • Page 98: Specification

    Specification System Video recording system (HDV) 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Video recording system (DV) 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system (HDV) Rotary heads, MPEG-1 Audio Layer2 Quantization: 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Transfer rate: 384 kbps Audio recording system (DV) Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1,...
  • Page 99 General Power requirements DC 7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using the viewfinder with normal brightness: HDV recording 7.4 W DV recording 6.9 W During camera recording using the LCD with normal brightness: HDV recording 8.0 W DV recording 7.5 W...

  • Page 100: Quick Reference

    Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls Camcorder A SHOT TRANSITION operation buttons (p. 37) B Eyecup (p. 16) C Viewfinder release lever (p. 97) D Rear remote sensor E Rear camera recording lamp (p. 20) F BATT RELEASE (battery release) button (p.
  • Page 101 ASSIGN button has it on the 2 button.) Use it to identify the location of the buttons. To attach the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap. Quick Reference ,continued...
  • Page 102 A LCD screen (p. 3, 15) B IRIS dial (p. 28) C RESET button If you press RESET, all settings including the clock setting (except the Personal Menu and Picture Profile settings) return to the default. D VOLUME –/+ buttons* (p. 42) E DATA CODE button (p.
  • Page 103 Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce fine images. The lens for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality as fine as a Carl Zeiss lens.
  • Page 104 Hood fixing screw To attach the lens hood Align the marks on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the opposite direction of the arrow in the figure above. Tighten the lens hood fixing screw.

  • Page 105: Remote Commander

    D Video control buttons (Rewind, Playback, Fast-forward, Pause, Stop, Frame, Slow, ×2) (p. 42) E Transmitter After turning on your camcorder, point towards the remote sensor to control your camcorder. F ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 49) G REC START/STOP button (p. 20) H DATA CODE button (p.

  • Page 106: Indicators For The Lcd Screen And Viewfinder

    Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder Following indicators will appear on the LCD screen and viewfinder to indicate the state of your camcorder. Example: Indicators in the CAMERA mode Time code (p. 44)/Tape counter (p. 44)/ Self-diagnosis (p. 88)

  • Page 107: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 wide recording (DV WIDE REC) ...40 A/V connecting cable ...47, 48, 72, 75, 78, 81 AC Adaptor...14 AE RESPONSE ...52 AE SHIFT ...35 AGC LIMIT ...35 Aperture ...28 ASSIGN BTN ...68 AT IRIS LMT ...35 Audio dubbing (AUDIO MIX) ...56, 79 AUDIO MODE ...56 AWB SENS ...35...
  • Page 108 NTSC... 90 Operation confirmation beep See BEEP PAL ... 90 PEAKING ... 33 Personal Menu (P-MENU) ... 65 PICTURE PROFILE ... 34 Picture search ... 43 Playback Double speed ... 43 Frame ... 43 Reverse ... 43 Slow ... 43 Playing time ...
  • Page 112 Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan...

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