Sony GV-HD700, GV-HD700E Operating Instruction
3-217-209-11(1)
Getting Started 11
Digital HD Videocassette Recorder
Operating Guide
GV-HD700/HD700E
Basic Operations
Dubbing/Editing 38
Using a “Memory Stick
Duo”
Customizing your VCR 53
Troubleshooting 65
Additional Information 75
Quick Reference 87
Spanish Quick Guide/
Guía rápida en español
20
44
95
© 2007 Sony Corporation
WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
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 your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. GV-
Serial No.
Model No. AC-
Serial No.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety
instructions completely before operating
the appliance, and keep this manual for
future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions
and instructions on the appliance, or the one
described in the operating instructions and
adhere to them.
Use
Power Sources
This set should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of electrical power
supplied to your home, consult your dealer or
local power company. For those sets designed to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
Polarization
This set may be equipped with a polarized ac
power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug by forcing it in.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or
convenience receptacles beyond their capacity,
since this can result in fire or electric shock.
Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the set
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the set.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.
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Cleaning
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before
cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened
with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.
Installation
Water and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets near water –
for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.
Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to the
plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord
exits from the appliance.
Accessories
Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious
damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer.
Ventilation
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable
operation of the set, and to protect it from
overheating, these slots and openings must never
be blocked or covered.
– Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth
or other materials.
– Never block the slots and openings by placing
the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface.
– Never place the set in a confined space, such as
a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
– Do not place the set near or over a radiator or
heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
Lightning
For added protection for this set during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the set due to
lightning and power-line surges.
Service
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
– When the power cord or plug is damaged or
frayed.
– If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the set.
– If the set has been exposed to rain or water.
– If the set has been subject to excessive shock by
being dropped, or the cabinet has been
damaged.
– If the set does not operate normally when
following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are specified in the
operating instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the set to normal operation.
– When the set exhibits a distinct change in
performance – this indicates a need for service.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the set yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same
characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the
set, ask the service technician to perform routine
safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer)
to determine that the set is in safe operating
condition.
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Read this first
Before operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
CAUTION
Replace the battery with the
specified type only. Otherwise, fire
or injury may result.
Excessive sound pressure from
earphones and headphones can
cause hearing loss.
Do not expose the batteries to
excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.
For customers in the U.S.A. and
CANADA
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our
environment by returning your
used rechargeable batteries to the
collection and recycling location
nearest you.
For more information regarding
recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1800-822- 8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion batteries.
For customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this
product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669).
The number below is for the FCC related
matters only.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: GV-HD700
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA
92127 U.S.A
Telephone number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: GV-HD700E
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA
92127 U.S.A
Telephone number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Note
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used with t he
equipment in order to comply with the limits for a
digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material - special handling may
apply, See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
perchlorate.
Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is
fitted to this equipment for your safety and
convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to
be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the
supplied one and approved by ASTA or
BSI to BS 1362 (i.e., marked with an or
mark) must be used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has
a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach
the fuse cover after you change the fuse.
Never use the plug without the fuse cover.
If you should lose the fuse cover, please
contact your nearest Sony service station.
For customers in Europe
< Notice for the customers in the
countries applying EU Directives >
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku
Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized
Representative for EMC and product safety
is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger
Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For
any service or guarantee matters please
refer to the addresses given in separate
service or guarantee documents.
ATTENTION
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and sound
of this unit.
This product has been tested and found compliant
with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for
using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8
feet).
Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes
data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart
the application or disconnect and connect the
communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the European
Union and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product shall
not be treated as household waste. Instead it
shall be handed over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment.
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Read this first (Continued)
By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment
and human health, which could otherwise
be caused by inappropriate waste handling
of this product. The recycling of materials
will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about
recycling of this product, please contact
your local Civic Office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.
Applicable Accessory: Remote
Commander
Notes on use
Types of cassette you can use in your
VCR
You can use mini DV cassettes marked
with . Your VCR is not compatible
with the Cassette Memory function (p. 76).
Types of “Memory Stick” you can use
in your VCR
You can use “Memory Stick Duo” marked
with or
(p. 77).
“Memory Stick Duo”
(This size can be used with your VCR.)
• Do not attach a label or the like on a
“Memory Stick Duo” or a Memory Stick
Duo Adaptor.
When using a “Memory Stick Duo”
with “Memory Stick” compatible
equipment
Be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo”
into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor
On using the VCR
• Do not hold the VCR by the following
parts.
LCD panelBattery pack
“Memory Stick”
(You cannot use it in your VCR.)
• You cannot use any type of memory card
except “Memory Stick Duo.”
• “Memory Stick PRO” and “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” can be used only with
“Memory Stick PRO” compatible
equipment.
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Jack cover
• The VCR is not dustproofed, dripproofed
or waterproofed. See “About handling of
your VCR” (p. 81).
• When connecting the VCR to another
device with a cable, be sure to insert the
connector plug in the correct way.
Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal
will damage the terminal and may result
in a malfunction of the VCR.
About menu items and the LCD panel
• A menu item that is grayed out is not
available under the current recording or
playback conditions.
• The LCD screen is manufactured using
extremely high-precision technology, so
over 99.99% of the pixels are operational
for effective use. However, there may be
some tiny black points and/or bright
points (white, red, blue, or green in color)
that appear constantly on the LCD screen.
These points are normal results of the
manufacturing process and do not affect
the recording in any way.
White, red, blue
or green point
Black point
• Exposing the LCD screen to direct
sunlight for long periods of time may
cause malfunctions.
About language setting
• The on-screen displays in each local
language are used for illustrating the
operating procedures. Change the screen
language before using the VCR if
necessary (p. 17).
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 VCR, storage
media, etc.
• TV color systems differ depending on the
countries/regions. To view recorded
pictures on a TV, you need to use a NTSC
TV (for GV-HD700 owners) or a PAL TV
(for GV-HD700E owners).
• Television programs, films, video tapes,
and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials
may be contrary to the copyright laws.
On playing back the tapes recorded in
the HDV format on other devices
The tape recorded in the HDV format
cannot be played back on a video camera
only compatible with the DV format or a
mini-DV player.
Check the contents of tapes by playing
them back on this VCR prior to playing
them back on other devices.
Notes on the icons used in this
manual
Features available for the HDV
format only
Features available for the DV
format only
Feature available when the VCR
connects to other devices via the i.LINK
cable
Feature available when the VCR
connects to via the USB cable
About this manual
• The images of the LCD screen used in this
manual for illustration purposes are
captured using a digital still camera, and
therefore may appear different.
• The indicators on the LCD screen shown
in this manual may look different from
what you actually see.
• Design and specifications of recording
media and other accessories are subject to
change without notice.
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ........ 2
Read this first ................................. 4
What you can do with your VCR
.................................................... 10
Getting Started
Step 1: Checking supplied items
.................................................... 11
Step 2: Preparing the power supply
.................................................... 12
Step 3: Turning the power on, and
setting the date and time ............ 16
Changing the language setting
................................................... 17
Step 4: Inserting a cassette tape or a
“Memory Stick Duo” .................... 18
Basic Operations
Playback on your VCR ................. 20
Using the Remote Commander
................................................... 21
Playing the picture on a TV .......... 23
Recording the picture from TV, VCR,
etc. .............................................. 28
Locating a scene on the tape ....... 31
Locating a desired scene quickly
(Zero set memory) .................... 31
Searching for the last scene of the
most recent recording (End
search) ...................................... 32
Searching for a scene by date of
recording (Date search) ........... 32
Searching for the point where the
index signal is recorded (Index
search) ...................................... 33
Changing/checking the settings in
your VCR .................................... 34
Turning off the LCD screen ......... 34
Switching the information display on
the screen ................................. 34
Displaying the settings in your VCR
(Status check) ........................... 34
Displaying all area surrounding the
picture frame (All scan) ........... 35
Assigning the functions to the
ASSIGN buttons ......................... 35
Using PB zoom ............................ 36
Recording an index signal .......... 37
Dubbing/Editing
Dubbing to VCR, DVD/HDD recorder,
etc. .............................................. 38
Using with an analog video unit and
your computer (Signal convert
function) .....................................42
Using a “Memory Stick Duo”
Capturing a still image to a “Memory
Stick Duo” from a picture recorded
on a tape ..................................... 44
Viewing a still image on a “Memory
Stick Duo” (Memory photo playback)
.....................................................45
Copying still images on the “Memory
Stick Duo” to a computer ........... 46
Deleting recorded still images from
the “Memory Stick Duo” .............. 49
Printing recorded images (PictBridge
compliant printer) ....................... 50
Customizing your VCR
Using the menu items ................... 53
List of the menu items .................. 54
(IN/OUT REC) menu ............. 55
Recording settings, input and output
settings (HDV/DV SEL/DV REC
MODE/TV TYPE, etc.)
(DISPLAY SET) menu ........... 57
Display settings of the LCD screen
(LCD SET/COLOR BAR/DATA
CODE, etc.)
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(AUDIO SET) menu ...............60
Settings for the audio recording (DV
AU.MODE/DV AUDIO MIX, etc.)
(MEMORY SET) menu .......... 61
Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo”
(QUALITY/ALL ERASE, etc.)
(OTHERS) menu ...................63
Other basic settings (BEEP/USB
SELECT, etc.)
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ............................65
Warning indicators and messages
.....................................................72
Additional Information
Using your VCR abroad ................75
Maintenance and precautions ......76
HDV format and recording/playback
................................................... 76
About the “Memory Stick” ........... 77
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery
pack .......................................... 78
About i.LINK ................................ 79
About x.v.Color ........................... 80
About handling of your VCR ....... 81
Specifications ...............................83
Quick Reference
Identifying parts and controls ........87
Indicators displayed during recording/
playback ......................................91
Index .............................................93
Spanish Quick Guide/Guía
rápida en español 95
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What you can do with your VCR
Trying out the HDV format!
The HDV format has about more than 2 times the horizontal resolution of a standard TV, and
providing high quality images. Being the HDV format compliant, your VCR is ready to
record/play back crystal clear, high-definition images.
What is the HDV format?
The HDV format is a new video format for recording and playing back high definition
images on popular DV standard cassette tapes.
• The VCR adopts the HDV1080i specification,
which utilizes 1,080 effective scanning lines,
within the HDV standards, and records pictures at
the image bit rate of about 25 Mbps.
• This “Operating Guide” refers to the HDV1080i specification as HDV format unless there is a need to
specify.
Features of this VCR
1 Compatible with HDV/DV formats
The VCR is compatible with both the HDV and DV formats. You can record or play back
a tape in the desired format.
2 Equipped with a 7.0 widescreen LCD monitor
The VCR is equipped with a widescreen monitor with a crystal clear display.
1,080 effective
scanning lines
3 Connectable with 2 types of battery packs
The VCR is compatible with both the L series battery pack and the M series pack to suit
your needs.
4 Connectable with various devices
On the side of the VCR, an HDV/DV (i.LINK) interface, an HDMI OUT jack, a
COMPONENT OUT jack, and A/V jacks are equipped. Various external terminals such as
a USB jack, a Memory Stick Duo slot, etc. are also provided.
5 Equipped with functions for professional use
The VCR is featured with the all scan function, the ASSIGN buttons, the status check
function,.etc. The functions are also designed for professional use.
6 Capturing 1.2 million pixels still images from movies
You can select your best shot from HD (high definition) movies on the tape, and capture it
as a still image that has a maximum size of 1.2 million pixels (1440 × 810 dots) to the
“Memory Stick Duo.”
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Getting Started
Step 1: Checking supplied items
Make sure that you have the following
items supplied with your VCR.
The number in the parentheses indicates the
number of that item supplied.
AC Adaptor (1) (p. 12)
Power cord (Mains lead) (1) (p. 12)
Wireless Remote Commander (1)
(p. 90)
Size R6 (AA) battery for the supplied
Remote Commander (2)
For details on how to change the battery,
see page 90.
A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 23, 25, 40)
USB cable (1) (p. 47)
Getting Started
Rechargeable battery pack NP-F570 (1)
(p. 12, 78)
Operating Guide (This manual) (1)
Component video cable (1) (p. 23, 25)
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Step 2: Preparing the power supply
Provide an outside power source to use the
VCR. You can either connect the AC
Adaptor to a wall outlet (wall socket) or
charge the battery pack to use your VCR.
Using an outside power source
from a wall outlet (wall socket)
with the AC Adaptor
When recording/editing or using the VCR
for a long time, connect the AC Adaptor to
a wall outlet (wall socket) to obtain a power
source.
1
DC IN jack
DC plug
Power cord
(Mains lead)
2
AC Adaptor
To the wall outlet
(wall socket)
b Notes
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN
jack by holding both the VCR and the DC plug.
• Do not pull the power code (mains lead)
connected to a wall outlet (wall socket). The DC
plug may be removed from the wall outlet (wall
socket).
• Keep the AC Adaptor away from the VCR if the
picture is disturbed.
z Tips
• You can use the VCR with an outside power
source from the wall outlet (wall socket) even if
attaching the battery pack. The battery pack will
not lose its charge in this case.
Charging the battery pack
You can attach the exclusive
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack L series (on
version supplied) or the M series (optional)
(p. 14) to the VCR and charge it.
1 Attach the battery pack by
holding the center part (1) and
sliding it in the direction of the
arrow (2) until it clicks.
L series:
1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack on the VCR. Make sure
that the v mark on the DC plug is
facing to the v mark on the VCR.
2 Connect the power cord (mains
lead) to the AC Adaptor and the
wall outlet (wall socket).
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Battery pack
Make sure that the battery pack is not
inclined and is locked to the VCR
securely.
2 Slide the OPEN. lever and
open the LCD panel.
OPEN.
lever
3 Set the POWER switch to OFF
(CHG) (The default setting).
5 Connect the power cord (mains
lead) to the AC Adaptor and the
wall outlet (wall socket).
The POWER/CHARGE lamp turns on
orange and charging starts.
POWER/
CHARGE lamp
Power cord
(Mains lead)
Getting Started
POWER
switch
4 Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack on the VCR. Make sure
that the v mark on the DC plug is
facing to the v mark on the VCR.
DC IN jack
DC plug
AC Adaptor
The POWER/CHARGE lamp turns off
when the battery pack is fully charged.
After charging the battery pack,
disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
DC IN jack on the VCR.
b Notes
• The direction to attach the L series is different
from that of the M series (optional) (p. 14).
Make sure to attach your battery in the correct
direction. If you attempt to attach it in the wrong
direction forcibly, a malfunction may occur.
• Make sure not to come in contact with the other
battery terminal available for other battery packs
when charging your battery pack.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN
jack by holding both the VCR and the DC plug.
To the wall outlet
(wall socket)
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Step 2: Preparing the power supply (Continued)
To remove the battery pack
Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
Push and hold the vBATT RELEASE
button and remove the battery pack.
L series:
vBATT
RELEASE
button
b Notes
• When you remove the battery pack or
disconnect the AC Adaptor, make sure that the
POWER/CHARGE lamp is turned off.
To use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery
pack M series (optional)
To attach:
Attach the battery pack by holding the
center part (1) and sliding it in the
direction of the arrow (2) until it clicks.
Make sure that the battery pack is not
inclined and is locked to the VCR securely.
To remove:
vBATT
RELEASE
button
When storing the battery pack
Fully discharge the battery pack before
storing it for an extended period (see page
79 for details of storage).
To check the remaining battery
(Battery Info)
Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then
press DISPLAY/BATT INFO.
After a while, the approximate available
playback time and battery information
appear for about 7 seconds. You can view
the battery information for up to 20 seconds
by pressing DISPLAY/BATT INFO again,
while the information is displayed.
Remaining battery (approx.)
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Available playback time (approx.)
Charging time
Approximate time (min.) required when
you fully charge a fully discharged battery
pack.
Battery pack Charging time
NP-FM50 150
NP-QM71D 260
NP-QM91D 360
NP-F570 (supplied) 260
NP-F770 370
NP-F970 485
b Notes
• You cannot use the battery pack NP-FM30/
F330/F530/500/510/710 on the VCR.
Available playback time
Approximate time (min.) available when
you use a fully charged battery pack.
HDV format pictures (GV-HD700)
Battery pack
LCD panel
opened
NP-FM50 70 120
NP-QM71D 180 300
NP-QM91D 275 455
NP-F570
(supplied)
NP-F770 290 480
NP-F970 435 725
DV format pictures (GV-HD700)
Battery pack
LCD panel
opened
NP-FM50 75 130
NP-QM71D 185 315
NP-QM91D 285 475
NP-F570
(supplied)
NP-F770 300 510
NP-F970 450 760
LCD panel
closed
140 235
LCD panel
closed
145 245
HDV format pictures (GV-HD700E)
Battery pack
LCD panel
opened
LCD panel
closed
NP-FM50 70 120
NP-QM71D 180 300
NP-QM91D 275 455
NP-F570
(supplied)
140 235
NP-F770 290 480
NP-F970 435 725
DV format pictures (GV-HD700E)
Battery pack
LCD panel
opened
LCD panel
closed
NP-FM50 75 130
NP-QM71D 185 315
NP-QM91D 285 475
NP-F570
(supplied)
145 245
NP-F770 300 510
NP-F970 450 760
On the battery pack
• Before changing the battery pack, set the
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and turn off the
POWER/CHARGE lamp (p. 13).
• The POWER/CHARGE lamp flashes during
charging, or Battery Info (p. 14) will not be
correctly displayed under the following
conditions:
– The battery pack is not attached correctly.
– The battery pack is damaged.
– The battery pack is worn-out (For Battery
Info only).
• The power will not be supplied from the battery
as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the
DC IN jack of the VCR, even when the power
cord (mains lead) is disconnected from the wall
outlet (wall socket).
On the charging/playback time
• Times measured with the VCR at 25 °C (77 °F)
(10 to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F)) is recommended).
• The available playback time will be shorter
when you use the VCR in low temperatures.
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Getting Started
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Step 2: Preparing the power
supply (Continued)
• The available playback time will be shorter
depending on the conditions under which you
use the VCR.
On the AC Adaptor
• Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when
using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC
Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket)
immediately if any malfunction occurs while
using your VCR.
• Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow
space, such as between a wall and furniture.
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC
Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic
objects. This may cause a malfunction.
• Even if your VCR is turned off, AC power
(house current/mains) is still supplied to it while
connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the
AC Adaptor.
Step 3: Turning the
power on, and setting
the date and time
Set the date and time when using your VCR
for the first time. If you do not set the date
and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears
every time you turn on your VCR.
1 Slide the OPEN. lever and
open the LCD panel.
OPEN.
lever
2 While pressing the green button,
set the POWER switch to ON.
The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the
front turns on green and the [CLOCK
SET] screen appears.
POWER
switch
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POWER/
CHARGE lamp
3 Set [Y] (year) using V/v, then
press EXEC.
You can set any year up to the year
2079.
EXEC
V/v
GV-HD700:
12:00 AM stands for midnight.
12:00 PM stands for noon.
GV-HD700E:
To turn off the power
Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
To reset the date and time
Press MENU and select (OTHERS) t
[CLOCK SET], then set the date and time.
b Notes
• If you do not use the VCR for about 3
months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets
discharged and the date and time settings may
be cleared from the memory. In this case, charge
the built-in rechargeable battery and then set the
date and time again (p. 83).
• It takes a few seconds for the VCR to be ready
to record or playback after the power is turned
on. You cannot operate the VCR during this
time.
Changing the language setting
Press MENU and select (OTHERS) t
[LANGUAGE], then set the desired
language (p. 63).
Getting Started
4 Set [M] (month), [D] (day), the
hours and minutes in the same
way, then press EXEC.
The clock starts.
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Step 4: Inserting a cassette tape or a “Memory
Stick Duo”
Cassette tape
You can use mini DV cassettes only
(p. 76).
1 Slide EJECT lever in the direction
of the arrow.
EJECT lever
The cassette compartment automatically
comes out and opens up.
2 Insert a cassette tape with its
window facing up.
Push the center of the back of the
cassette tape lightly.
3 Close the cassette compartment
lid by pressing (PUSH) mark.
(PUSH) mark
The cassette compartment automatically
slides back in.
b Notes
• Do not insert your fingers or touch the inside of
the cassette compartment when it is open. It may
cause a malfunction.
• If you touch any part of the VCR other than the
(PUSH) mark when closing the cassette
compartment, the cassette compartment may not
be closed properly.
• Do not close the cassette compartment until it
opens completely. It may cause a malfunction.
z Tips
• The recordable time varies depending on [DV
REC MODE] (p. 55).
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Window
Cassette
compartment
To eject the cassette tape
Open the cassette compartment following
the same procedure as described in step 1
and remove the cassette tape.
“Memory Stick Duo”
You can use a “Memory Stick Duo”
marked with or
only (p. 77).
Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into
the Memory Stick Duo slot in the
right direction until it clicks.
Memory Stick Duo
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 the “Memory Stick Duo”
Lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo”
once.
b Notes
• When the access lamp is lit or flashing, the VCR
is reading/writing data. Do not shake or knock
the VCR, turn the power off, eject the “Memory
Stick Duo,” or remove the battery pack.
Otherwise, image data may be damaged.
• When inserting or ejecting the “Memory Stick
Duo,” be careful with the “Memory Stick Duo”
from popping out and dropping.
Getting Started
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Basic Operations
Playback on your VCR
You can play back movies as follows.
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2
1
POWER/CHARGE lamp
1 Prepare the power supply (p. 12).
2 Insert a cassette tape for
playback (p. 18).
3 While pressing the green button,
set the POWER switch to ON.
The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the
front turns on green.
4 Press PLAY N.
Playback starts.
5 Adjust the sound volume using
VOLUME/MEMORY (–/+).
6 Adjust the brightness of the LCD
screen using LCD BRIGHT (–/+).
POWER switch
3
Video control buttons
4
b Notes
• When you play back a tape recorded in the HDV
and DV formats, the picture and sound are
temporarily interrupted when the signal
switches between the HDV and DV formats.
• The tape recorded in the HDV format cannot be
played back on a video camera only compatible
with the DV format or a mini-DV player.
z Tips
• Indicators displayed on the screen during
playback are shown on page 34, 91.
• You can also adjust the brightness of the LCD
screen by setting (DISPLAY SET) t
[LCD SET] t [BRIGHTNESS] (p. 57).
• If you adjust the brightness of the LCD screen
during recording or playback, the recorded and
original picture will not be affected.
• To play back the tape recorded on the other
VCR using an external monaural microphone
connected, see [MULTI-SOUND] (p. 60).
• When using headphones (optional), connect
headphones to the i (headphones) jack (p. 88).
To stop playback
Press STOP x.
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To pause playback
Press PAUSE X during playback. To
resume playback, press PAUSE X or
PLAY N.
z Tips
• Playback automatically stops if pause is
engaged for more than 3 minutes.
To fast forward/rewind the tape
To fast forward the tape while playback is
stopped, press FF M. To rewind the tape
while playback is stopped, press REW m.
z Tips
• During fast forward/rewind the tape, the LCD
screen becomes dim. This is not a malfunction.
To search for a scene while viewing a
picture
Press FF M/REW m during playback
(Picture Search). To view a desired scene
during fast forward, press and hold FF M,
and to view a desired scene during rewind,
press and hold REW m (Skip Scan).
To play back the picture at slow speed
(Slow playback)
Press SLOW y during playback. To
resume normal playback, press PLAY N.
b Notes
• During playback pause or in any playback mode
other than normal playback, no sound is
produced and the previous picture may remain
on the screen as a mosaic image.
• Note the following when playing back the
picture recorded in the HDV format:
– Reverse picture search/skip scan does not
function.
– Pictures recorded in the HDV format are not
output from the HDV/DV (i.LINK)
interface during playback pause or in any
playback mode other than normal playback.
– Pictures may be distorted during picture
search.
• Slow playback can be performed smoothly on
the VCR. However, this function does not work
for an output signal through the HDV/DV
(i.LINK) interface.
Using the Remote Commander
You can operate the VCR with the Remote
Commander. The buttons on the Remote
Commander have the same functions with
the video control buttons on the VCR, and
some of the functions are available
exclusively by the Remote Commander
only.
To reverse playback direction
Press c I 1 during playback. To slow
playback in reverse direction, press c I
1 during playback, then press SLOW y.
z Tips
• When you play back a tape in reverse direction,
horizontal noise may appear at the center or the
top and bottom of the screen. This is not a
malfunction.
To view the picture frame-by-frame
Press i C (+) 1 during playback pause.
For frame-by-frame playback in reverse
direction, press c I (–) 1 during
playback pause.
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Basic Operations
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Playback on your VCR (Continued)
To view the picture at double speed
(Double speed playback)
Press ×2 2 during playback. To double the
speed of playback in reverse direction,
press c I 1, then press ×2 2.
b Notes
• For more details about the Remote Commander,
see page 31, 90.
• During playback pause or in any playback mode
other than normal playback, no sound is
produced and the previous picture may remain
on the screen as a mosaic image.
• Note the following when playing back the
picture recorded in the HDV format:
– Reverse slow playback and reverse frame-by-
frame playback do not function.
– Pictures recorded in the HDV format are not
output from the HDV/DV (i.LINK)
interface during playback pause or in any
playback mode other than normal playback.
– Pictures may be distorted during reverse
playback.
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Playing the picture on a TV
Connection methods and image quality differ depending on what type of TV is connected and
connectors are used.
It is recommended to connect your VCR to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC
Adaptor for this operation (p. 12). Refer also to the instruction manual supplied with the
device to be connected.
z Tips
• You can play back pictures recorded in x.v.Color on the TV supporting x.v.Color (p. 80). To playing back
the pictures, the settings of the TV may be needed.
Jacks on the VCR
Open the jack cover and connect the cable.
1 HDV/DV (i.LINK) interface
2 HDMI OUT jack
3 COMPONENT OUT jack
4 A/V OUT jack
b Notes
• Disconnect the i.LINK cable before changing [HDV/DV SEL] and [i.LINK CONV] settings. Otherwise,
the TV may not recognize the video signal from the VCR.
Connecting to a high definition TV
Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD (high
definition) image quality. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are
played back with SD (standard definition) image quality.
Basic Operations
(for HDV1080i)
t (p. 24) t (p. 25)t (p. 24)
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Playing the picture on a TV (Continued)
: Signal flow
Type VCR Cable TV Menu Setting
Component video cable
(supplied)
(Green) Y
(Blue) PB/C
(Red) PR/C
B
R
A/V connecting cable
(supplied)
(White)
(Red)
(Yellow)
b Notes
• An A/V connecting cable is also needed to output audio signals. Connect the white and red plugs of the A/
V connecting cable to the audio input jack of your TV.
HDMI cable (optional)
b Notes
• Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.
• Use an HDMI connector (TypeA, 19-pin) on one end (for your VCR), and a connector suitable for
connection to your TV on the other end.
• Pictures in the DV format are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are
recorded in the pictures.
• DV format pictures input to the VCR via i.LINK cable (p. 28) cannot be output.
• Your TVs may not function correctly (for example, no sound or image). Do not connect the HDMI OUT
jack of the VCR and HDMI jack of the external device with the HDMI cable. This may cause a
malfunction.
(IN/OUT REC) t
[HDV/DV SEL] t
[AUTO] (p. 55)
[COMPONENT] t
[1080i/480i]
(GV-HD700)/
[1080i/576i]
(GV-HD700E) (p. 56)
(IN/OUT REC) t
[HDV/DV SEL] t
[AUTO] (p. 55)
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: Signal flow
Type VCR Cable TV Menu Setting
(IN/OUT REC) t
i.LINK cable (optional)
b Notes
• Your TV needs to have an i.LINK jack compatible with HDV1080i. For details, confirm the
specifications of the TV.
• If your TV is not compatible with HDV1080i, connect the VCR and TV with the supplied component
video cable and A/V connecting cable as illustrated in .
• The TV needs to be set to recognize the connection of the VCR. See the instruction manual supplied with
your TV.
• This VCR has a 4-pin i.LINK terminal. Select a cable that fits the terminal on the device to be connected.
z Tips
• For details about i.LINK, see page 79.
[HDV/DV SEL] t
[AUTO] (p. 55)
[i.LINK CONV] t
[OFF] (p. 56)
Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV
Images recorded with HD (high definition) quality are converted to SD (standard definition)
and played back. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back
with SD (standard definition) image quality.
Basic Operations
t (p. 26) t (p. 26)t (p. 26) t (p. 27)
To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)
Set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to your TV type (p. 56).
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Playing the picture on a TV (Continued)
: Signal flow
Type VCR Cable TV Menu Setting
Component video cable
(supplied)
(Green) Y
(Blue) PB/C
(Red) PR/C
B
R
A/V connecting cable
(supplied)
(White)
(Red)
(Yellow)
b Notes
• An A/V connecting cable is also needed to output audio signals. Connect the white and red plugs of the A/
V connecting cable to the audio input jack of your TV.
i.LINK cable (optional)
b Notes
• The TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the VCR is connected. See the instruction manual
supplied with your TV.
• The VCR has a 4-pin i.LINK terminal. Select a cable that fits the terminal on the device to be connected.
A/V connecting cable with
S VIDEO (optional)
(White)
(Yellow)
(Red)
(IN/OUT REC) t
[HDV/DV SEL] t
[AUTO] (p. 55)
[COMPONENT] t
[1080i/480i]
(GV-HD700)/
[1080i/576i]
(GV-HD700E) (p. 56)
[TV TYPE] t
[16:9]/[4:3] (p. 56)
(IN/OUT REC) t
[HDV/DV SEL] t
[AUTO] (p. 55)
[i.LINK CONV] t
[ON] (p. 56)
(IN/OUT REC) t
[HDV/DV SEL] t
[AUTO] (p. 55)
[TV TYPE] t
[16:9]/[4:3] (p. 56)
b Notes
• When the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) is connected, audio signals are not output. To output audio
signals, connect the white and red plugs of an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO to the audio input jack
of your TV.
• This connection produces higher resolution pictures compared with the A/V connecting cable (Type ).
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: Signal flow
Type VCR Cable TV Menu Setting
A/V connecting cable
(supplied)
(Yellow)
(White)
(Red)
(IN/OUT REC) t
[HDV/DV SEL] t
[AUTO] (p. 55)
[TV TYPE] t
[16:9]/[4:3] (p. 56)
When connecting to your TV via the other VCR
Select the desired connecting method according to the input jack of the other VCR. Connect
the VCR to the LINE IN input on the other VCR using the A/V connecting cable. Set the input
selector on the other VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.).
When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack)
Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack, then connect the
white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV.
If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin adaptor (EUROCONNECTOR) (GV-HD700E only)
Use a 21-pin adaptor (optional) to view playback pictures.
b Notes
• When the A/V connecting cable is used to output images, images are output with SD (standard definition)
image quality.
z Tips
• If you connect the VCR to a TV using more than one type of cable to output pictures from a jack other
than the i.LINK jack, the order of priority of the output signal is as follows:
HDMI OUT t COMPONENT OUT t A/V OUT
• HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to send both video/audio signals. The
HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality images and digital audio.
Basic Operations
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Recording the picture from TV, VCR, etc.
Connect the VCR to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this
operation (p. 12). Refer also to the instruction manual supplied with the device to be
connected.
Connecting to external devices
The connection method and the image quality will differ depending on the TV, VCR and the
connectors used.
Jacks on the VCR
Open the jack cover and connect the cable.
1 HDV/DV (i.LINK) interface
2 S VIDEO IN jack
3 VIDEO IN jack
4 AUDIO IN jacks
Using an i.LINK cable (optional)
: Signal flow
VCR Cable External device
HDV1080i compatible device
i.LINK cable (optional)
• The external device should come equipped with an i.LINK jack compatible with HDV1080i.
i.LINK cable (optional)
* Pictures recorded in the DV format are recorded in the SD (standard definition) quality.
t HD quality*
AV device with i.LINK jack
t SD quality
28
b Notes
• Disconnect the i.LINK cable before changing [HDV/DV SEL] and [i.LINK CONV] settings. Otherwise,
the VCR may not recognize the video signal from the connected device.
• This VCR has a 4-pin i.LINK terminal. Select a cable that fits the terminal on the device to be connected.
z Tips
• When you use an i.LINK cable, the video and sound signals are transmitted digitally, producing high
quality pictures.
Using an S VIDEO cable and A/V connecting cable, or an A/V connecting cable
alone
: Signal flow
VCR Cable External device
S VIDEO cable (optional) AV device with S VIDEO jack
A/V connecting cable (optional)
(White)
(Red)
(Yellow)
A/V connecting cable (optional)
(Yellow)
(White)
(Red)
t SD quality
AV device with audio/video jacks*
t SD quality
Basic Operations
* When connecting the VCR to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to
the video jack on the device, and connect the white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug to the audio
jack on the device.
b Notes
• Select a cable that fits the terminal on the device to be connected.
z Tips
• When you connect the VCR to an external device via the S VIDEO jack by using an S VIDEO cable
(optional), higher quality DV format pictures can be produced than when using an A/V connecting cable.
When you connect with an S VIDEO cable (optional) alone, audio will not be output.
• If you connect the VCR to a TV using more than one type of cable to input pictures from a jack other than
the HDV/DV (i.LINK) interface, the order of priority of the input signal is as follows:
S VIDEO IN t VIDEO IN
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