Sony HVR-Z7U User Manual

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Digital HD Video Camera Recorder

3-280-847-11(1)

Digital HD Video Camera Recorder

Operating Guide

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference

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Read this first

Before operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

Notes on use

Types of cassette you can use in your camcorder

Your camcorder is capable of recording in HDV, DVCAM and DV formats. When recording in HDV/DV format, Sony recommends that you use mini DV cassettes. When recording in DVCAM format, Sony recommends that you use mini DVCAM cassettes. Your camcorder does not support the Cassette Memory function (p. 115).

The HDV format

• Digital high-definition (HD) video signals are recorded and played back on a DV format cassette.

• HDV signals are compressed in MPEG2 format, which is adopted in BS (broadcast satellite) digital and terrestrial digital HDTV broadcastings and in Blu-ray disc recorders.

Types of “Memory Stick” you can use in your camcorder

You can use any “Memory Stick” that has the following markings.

“Memory Stick Duo” (This size can be used with your camcorder.)

“Memory Stick” (You cannot use it in your camcorder.)

b Notes

• You cannot use any type of memory card except “Memory Stick Duo.”

• “Memory Stick PRO Duo” can be used only with “Memory Stick PRO” compatible equipment.

• 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, insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.

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Using the camcorder

• Do not hold the camcorder by the following part.

Lens hood

Microphone or Microphone holder

LCD panel

Viewfinder

About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens

• A menu item that is grayed out is not available under the current recording or playback conditions.

• The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of 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 and the viewfinder. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.

Accessory shoe adaptor

b Notes

• The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof or waterproof. See “About handling of your camcorder” (p. 121).

• Do not connect cables to your camcorder with their terminals placed the wrong way. Squeezing the terminals into your camcorder's jacks may damage them or results in a malfunction of your camcorder.

Memory recording unit

Black point

White, red, blue or green point

Do not expose your camcorder’s viewfinder, lens, or LCD screen to the sun or strong light source for extended periods.

• Intense light sources, especially the sun will converge on the viewfinder or lens and damage the internal parts of your camcorder. Avoid sunlight or other strong light sources when storing your camcorder. Protect this device by always closing the lens cover or by placing it in its bag when not in use.

On recording

• Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the picture and sound are recorded without any problems.

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• Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc.

• TV color systems differ depending on the countries/regions. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.

• Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws.

• Because of the way that the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the subjects passing by the frame rapidly might appear crooked depending on the recording conditions. This phenomenon may be notable in displays having high motion resolution.

On playing back HDV tapes on other devices

A tape recorded in the HDV format cannot be played back on a device that is not compatible with the HDV format. Check the contents of tapes by playing them back on this camcorder 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 DVCAM

format only.

Features available for the DV SP

format only.

The function that can be used when

i.LINK cable is connected.

The function that can be assigned to

an ASSIGN button.

About this manual

• The images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder used in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different.

• The on-screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 21).

• Design and specifications of recording media and other accessories are subject to change without notice.

About the Carl Zeiss lens

Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens. Also, the lens for your camcorder is T -coated to suppress unwanted reflections and faithfully reproduce colors. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The number value indicates the amount of light from a subject coming into the lens.

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Table of Contents

Read this first ...........................................................................................2

Getting Started

Step 1: Checking supplied items ..............................................................8

Step 2: Attaching the supplied items ......................................................10

Step 3: Charging the battery pack ..........................................................14

Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly .....17

Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder ....................................18

Step 6: Setting the date and time ...........................................................20

Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” ..................................22

Recording/Playback

Recording ...............................................................................................24

Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings .............................27

Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons .....................................43

Using the Shot transition ........................................................................46

Marking focal point on the screen (Focus marking) ...............................49

Playback .................................................................................................50

Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder ................................53

Locating a scene on a tape ....................................................................55

Adjusting the zoom ............................................................................. 27

Adjusting the focus manually.............................................................. 28

Adjusting the exposure ....................................................................... 30

Adjusting to natural color (White balance).......................................... 32

Adjusting the black balance ............................................................... 33

Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile) ................................. 33

Adjusting the volume .......................................................................... 42

Recording an index signal .................................................................. 44

Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review).............. 45

Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording

(End search) ....................................................................................... 45

Playing back the most recently recorded movies

(Last scene review)............................................................................. 45

Changing the screen .......................................................................... 53

Displaying recording data (Data code) .............................................. 53

Displaying the settings in your camcorder (Status check) ................. 54

Checking the remaining battery (Battery Info) .................................... 54

Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search) ................ 55

Searching for a recording start point (Index search).......................... 55

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Table of Contents (Continued)

Playing the picture on a TV .................................................................... 57

Using the Menu

Using the menu items ........................................................... 63

Menu items ............................................................................................65

(CAMERA SET) menu ....................................................................68

Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SETUP/ BACK LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.)

(AUDIO SET) menu .......................................................................75

Settings for the audio recording (DV AU.MODE/XLR SET, etc.)

(DISPLAY SET) menu .....................................................................78

Display settings of the display and the viewfinder (MARKER/VF B.LIGHT/DISP OUTPUT, etc.)

(IN/OUT REC) menu ....................................................................... 82

Recording settings, input and output settings (REC FORMAT/HDV PROGRE./ VIDEO OUT/EXT REC CTRL, etc.)

(TC/UB SET) menu ......................................................................... 86

(TC PRESET/UB PRESET/TC LINK, etc.)

(MEMORY SET) menu ....................................................................88

Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo” (ALL ERASE/FORMAT, etc.)

(OTHERS) menu ............................................................................. 90

Settings while recording on a tape or other basic settings (QUICK REC/BEEP, etc.)

Dubbing/Editing

Dubbing to VCR, DVD/HDD device, etc. ............................................... 93

Recording pictures from a VCR ............................................................97

Copying movies on a tape to a computer ..............................................99

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................102

Warning indicators and messages .......................................................112

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Additional Information

Using your camcorder abroad ..............................................................114

Maintenance and precautions ..............................................................115

Specifications .......................................................................................125

HDV format and recording/playback ................................................ 115

Compatibility of the DVCAM/DV formats ........................................... 116

About the “Memory Stick” ................................................................. 118

About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ............................................. 119

About i.LINK...................................................................................... 120

About x.v. Color ................................................................................ 121

About handling of your camcorder ................................................... 121

Quick Reference

Identifying parts and controls ...............................................................129

Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder ......................................136

Index .....................................................................................................139

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Getting Started

Step 1: Checking supplied items

Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied.

• The cassette tape and “Memory Stick Duo” are not included. See pages 2, 115 and 118 for types of cassette tapes and “Memory Stick Duo” that you can use on your camcorder.

Carl Zeiss lens (VCL-412BWH) (1) (p. 10)

This lens is pre-mounted.

Memory Recording Unit (HVR-MRC1) (1) (p. 13)

i.LINK Cradle (HVRA-CR1) (1) (p. 13)

Rechargeable battery pack (NP-F570) (1) (p. 14, 119)

Large eyecup (1) (p. 19)

Lens hood with lens cover (1) (p. 12)

This lens hood is pre-mounted.

Wind Screen (1), Microphone (ECM-XM1) (1) (p. 12)

Accessory shoe adaptor (1) (p. 130)

Accessory shoe kit (Accessory shoe (1), Accessory shoe plate (1), screws (4)) (p. 129)

AC Adaptor/Charger (AC-VQ1050) (1) (p. 14)

Lens mount cap (1) (p. 134), Rear lens cap (1) (p. 134)

Wireless Remote Commander (RMT-831) (1) (p. 135)

A button-type lithium battery is already installed.

A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 57, 93)

Component video cable (1) (p. 57)

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Connecting cord (DK-415) (1) (p. 16)

Test chart for flange focal length adjustment (1) (p. 10)

CD-ROM “Manuals for Digital HD Video Camera Recorder” (1)

Operating Guide (This manual) (1)

Getting Started

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Step 2: Attaching the supplied items

Mounting the lens

Make sure to turn off the POWER switch of your camcorder before mounting the lens. Refer to the manuals provided with the lens for details on the proper handling of the lens.

Mounting the Carl Zeiss lens

1 Push the lens locking lever C up and

remove the lens or the lens mount cap from the lens mount.

2 Align the center slot in the lens mount

with the center pin on the lens, and insert the lens into the mount.

3 While holding the lens in place, push

the lens locking lever C down to mount the lens.

b Notes

• If the lens is not properly locked, it may come off when in use, which may cause a serious problem. Make sure that the lens is securely locked. Sony recommends that you set the lens securing tab B as illustrated.

Mounting non-Carl Zeiss lens

1 Push the lens locking lever C up and

remove the lens or the lens mount cap from the lens mount.

2 Align the center slot in the lens mount

with the center pin on the lens, and insert the lens into the mount.

3 While holding the lens in place, push

the lens locking lever C down to mount the lens.

4 Connect the lens cable to the LENS jack

b Notes

• You can mount a 1/3" lens directly on your camcorder. You can mount a 1/2" lens via the Fujinon ACM-19 or equivalent. You can mount a 2/3" lens via the Fujinon ACM-17 or equivalent.

• Press the REC START/STOP button on the handle or the START/STOP button on the Remote Commander to record when using a lens that does not have a lens cable.

z Tips

• When you attach a non-Carl Zeiss lens, Sony recommends that you adjust the black balance with the iris closed before recording. (p. 33)

Adjusting the flange focal length (for Carl Zeiss lens)

You need to adjust the flange focal length (the distance from the lens flange to the plane of the image along the optical axis) in the following cases.

• After you have changed lenses.

• When you cannot adjust focus properly during zoom in or out.

z Tips

• Your camcorder can store flange focal length data for ten different Carl Zeiss lenses (VCL412BWH/VCL-308BWH). If you remount the lens after you have mounted ten different lenses and adjusted their flange focal length, you need to adjust the flange focal length for the lens even for the Carl Zeiss lens whose flange focal length has been adjusted.

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Adjusting the flange focal length

ZOOM

SERVOMANUAL

automatically

1 Set the ND filter B to 1 to adjust

brightness so that the proper video light level is obtained.

2 Place the flange focal length adjustment

test chart A about 2-3 meters (7-10 feet) away. Zoom in and set your camcorder to locate the center of the chart in the center of the screen.

3 Set the ZOOM switch F to SERVO. 4 Select [AUTO ADJUST] in [FLANGE

BACK] of the (CAMERA SET)

(p. 75).

5 Select [YES] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial E.

The flange focal length adjustment starts and [EXECUTING] appears on the screen. When the adjustment is completed, [Completed.] appears on the screen. If the adjustment fails, [Could not adjust.] appears on the screen. Try the adjustment again.

4 Select [YES] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial E.

5 Turn the zoom ring D to the telephoto

position.

6 Turn the focus ring C until the subject

comes in focus, then press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial E.

7 Turn the zoom ring D to the wide angle

position.

8 Turn the focus ring C until the subject

comes in focus, then press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial E.

When the adjustment is completed, [Completed.] appears on the screen. If the adjustment fails, [Could not adjust.] appears on the screen. Try the adjustment again.

z Tips

• You can check the focusing easily if you do the following before adjusting the focal length.

– Set [PEAKING] in the (DISPLAY

SET) menu to [ON] (p. 78).

– Press the ASSIGN button to which

[EXP.FOCUS] is assigned (L2 button by default) (p. 43).

Getting Started

Adjusting the flange focal length manually

1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Adjusting

the flange focal length automatically.”

2 Set the ZOOM switch F to MANUAL. 3 Select [MANU ADJUST] in [FLANGE

BACK] of the (CAMERA SET) menu.

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LINE

INPUT2 INPUT1

MIC

LINE

MIC

Step 2: Attaching the supplied items (Continued)

Attaching the supplied microphone

INPUT2 INPUT1

1 Attach the wind screen B to the

supplied microphone A.

2 Place the microphone A in the

microphone holder C with the model name facing upward, close the cover, and shut the clamp.

The channel to be used differs depending on the relationship between the REC CH SELECT switch positions and the input jacks. See the table below.

REC CH SELECT switch position

CH1, CH2 INPUT1 Channel1

CH1 INPUT1 Channel1

z Tips

• See page 41 for adjusting the volume.

• Set the INPUT1/INPUT2 switch to MIC+48V

when you use the supplied microphone.

Input jack

INPUT2 -

INPUT2 Channel2

Channel to be used

Channel2

Attaching the lens hood with lens cover

PUSH (lens hood release) button

3 Connect the plug of the

microphone to the INPUT1 jack D.

4 Put the microphone cable into the

cable holder E.

5 Select the channel with the REC

CH SELECT switch F.

Align the marks on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow

To remove the Lens hood with lens cover

Turn the lens hood in the opposite direction to the arrow 2 in the illustration while

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pressing the PUSH (lens hood release) button.

z Tips

• If you attach or remove a 72mm (2 7/8 in.) PL filter or MC protector, remove the lens hood with lens cover.

To open or close the shutter of the Lens hood with lens cover

Move the lens cover lever up or down to open or close the lens cover.

Move the lens cover lever to OPEN to open the lens cover, and move the lever to CLOSE to close the lens cover.

Attaching Memory Recording Unit

Make sure that the HDV/DV jack cover is closed. Attach the Memory Recording Unit to your camcorder as illustrated. For details, refer to the Operating Instructions of the Memory Recording Unit on the CD-ROM.

b Notes

• You cannot use the HDV/DV jack when the

Memory Recording Unit is attached to your camcorder.

To remove the Memory Recording Unit

Slide the unit upward while pushing the RELEASE lever of the Memory Recording Unit downward.

To attach the Memory Recording Unit to the i.LINK Cradle

Attach the Memory Recording Unit to the i.LINK Cradle as illustrated.

To remove the Memory Recording Unit from the i.LINK Cradle

Slide the unit upward while pushing the RELEASE lever of the Memory Recording Unit downward.

z Tips

• Refer to the operating instructions of HVRMRC1 on the supplied CD-ROM for details on the i.LINK cradle.

Getting Started

HDV/DV jack (6-pin)

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Step 3: Charging the battery pack

You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series) with the supplied AC Adaptor/Charger.

b Notes

• You cannot use batteries other than the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series) (p. 119).

Charge lamp

1 Set the mode change switch to

CHARGE.

2 Connect the power cord to the AC

Adaptor/Charger.

After charging the battery

All segments of the battery mark ( ) appear in the display window when the normal charge of the battery is completed. You can fully charge the battery pack if you continue charging the battery pack after the charge lamp turns off until the battery mark with “FULL” appears (full charge). The battery life of the fully charged battery is slightly longer than that of the normally charged battery. Remove the battery pack from the AC Adaptor/Charger when the charge is completed.

z Tips

• You can check the remaining battery life with the battery info function (p. 54).

To attach the battery pack

Press the battery pack against the back of your camcorder and slide it down.

3 Connect the power cord to the

wall outlet.

4 Place the battery pack in the slot

of the AC Adaptor/Charger, press it down, and slide it in the direction of the arrow as illustrated.

The charge lamp turns on and charging starts.

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To remove the battery pack

Slide the POWER switch to OFF. Push the BATT RELEASE (battery release) button and remove the battery pack.

BATT RELEASE (battery release) button

To store the battery pack

If the battery pack will not be used for a while, run down the battery and store it. See page 120 for details on storage of the battery pack.

Charging time

Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.

Battery pack Charging time

NP-F570 (supplied) 145

NP-F770 230

NP-F970 310

Recording time

Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.

b Notes

• You cannot use the NP-F330 battery pack with this camcorder.

Recording in the HDV format

Battery pack

NP-F570 (supplied)

NP-F770 260 145

NP-F970 390 220

Recording in the DVCAM (DV) format

Battery pack

NP-F570 (supplied)

NP-F770 270 155

NP-F970 400 235

Top: When the LCD backlight turns on. Bottom: When recording with the viewfinder

while the LCD panel is closed.

* Typical recording time shows the time when

you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming.

Continuous recording time

Typical recording time*

125 70

260 145

390 220

Typical recording time*

130 75

275 155

410 235

Playing time

Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.

HDV format pictures

Battery pack

NP-F570 (supplied)

NP-F770 360 375

NP-F970 545 570

LCD panel opened*

LCD panel closed

175 180

Getting Started

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Step 3: Charging the battery pack (Continued)

DVCAM (DV) format pictures

Battery pack

NP-F570

LCD panel opened*

LCD panel closed

180 190

(supplied)

NP-F770 375 390

NP-F970 570 595

* When the LCD backlight turns on.

On the battery pack

• Before changing the battery pack, slide the

POWER switch to OFF.

• The Battery Info (p. 54) 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).

• Sony recommends that you use an NP-F970

battery pack when you use your camcorder with the Memory Recording Unit or a video light (optional).

On the charging/recording/playback time

• Times measured with the camcorder at 25 °C

(77 °F) (10 to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F)) is recommended).

• The recording and playback time will be shorter

when you use your camcorder in low temperatures.

• The recording and playback time will be shorter

depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder.

cord

outlet

To the wall

Power

AC Adaptor/ Charger

Mode change switch

Connecting cord DK-415

1 Connect the power cord to the AC

Adaptor/Charger.

2 Connect the power cord to the wall

outlet.

3 Connect the connecting cable (DK-415)

to the AC Adaptor/Charger.

4 Set the mode change switch of the AC

Adaptor/Charger to VCR/CAMERA.

5 Press the connecting part of the

connecting cable (DK-415) against the back of your camcorder in the battery slot and slide it down.

Using an outside power source

You can use the AC Adaptor/Charger to obtain AC power.

On the AC Adaptor/Charger

• Use the nearby wall outlet when using the AC Adaptor/Charger. Disconnect the AC Adaptor/ Charger from the wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder.

• Do not use the AC Adaptor/Charger placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.

• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor/Charger or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction.

• 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/ Charger.

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Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your

camcorder properly

To record or play back, set the POWER switch to the respective positions. When you use your camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 20).

2 Hold the camcorder properly.

Getting Started

POWER switch

1 Slide the POWER switch to

CAMERA or VCR while you press the green button.

Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green button.

CAMERA: To record pictures. VCR: To play or edit pictures.

b Notes

• The current date and time appear on the LCD screen for a few seconds when you turn on your camcorder once you set the date and time ([CLOCK SET], p. 20).

3 Ensure a good grip, then fasten

the grip belt.

To turn off the power

Slide the POWER switch to OFF while pressing the green button.

b Notes

• If warning messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions.

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Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder

TC/U-BIT DATA CODE

The LCD panel

Open the LCD panel 180 degrees (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play back (2).

1Open 180 degrees.

290 degrees

(max.)

2180 degrees (max.)

DISPLAY/BATT INFO button

z Tips

• You can see your mirror image on the LCD screen by setting the LCD panel facing you. The image will be recorded in a normal image.

To turn off the LCD backlight to make the battery last longer

Press and hold the DISPLAY/BATT INFO button for a few seconds until appears. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or when you want to save battery power. The recorded picture will not be affected by the setting. To turn on the LCD backlight, press and hold the DISPLAY/BATT INFO button for a few seconds until disappears.

z Tips

• You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen from [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 81).

The viewfinder

Viewfinder lens adjustment lever

Move it until the picture becomes clear.

b Notes

• You may see primary colors shimmering in the viewfinder when you move your eye line. This is not a malfunction. The shimmering colors will not be recorded on the recording media.

z Tips

• You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder backlight from [VF B.LIGHT] (p. 81).

• To display images both on the LCD display and in the viewfinder, set [VF POWERMODE] to [ON](p. 81).

• To display images in black and white in the viewfinder, set [VF COLOR] to [OFF] (p. 81).

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When the picture in the viewfinder is hard to see

If you cannot see the picture in the viewfinder clearly under bright circumstances, use the supplied large eyecup. To attach the large eyecup, stretch it slightly and align it with the eyecup groove in the viewfinder. You can attach the large eyecup facing either the right or left side.

b Notes

• Do not remove the pre-attached eyecup.

Large eyecup (supplied)

Attach with the protruding part at the top.

Getting Started

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Step 6: Setting the date and time

SEL / PUSH EXEC

MENU P

Set the date and time when using your camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch positions.

z Tips

• If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets

discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (p. 124).

SEL/PUSH EXEC dial

MENU button

Skip to step 4 when you set the clock for the first time.

2 Select (OTHERS) by turning

the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial.

OTHERS RETURN CAMERA PROF. ASSIGN BTN CLOCK SET WORLD TIME LANGUAGE QUICK REC DATE REC

[MENU]: END

3 Select [CLOCK SET] by turning

the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial.

CLOCK SET

2008

[MENU]: CANCEL

4 Set [Y] (year) by turning the SEL/

PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial.

You can set any year up to the year

2079.

CLOCK SET

2008

MDY

--:--:--

1JAN

--:--:--:--

12 : 00

--:--:--:--

12 : 00

1 Press the MENU button.

[MENU]: CANCEL

5 Set [M] (month), [D] (day), hour

and minute, then press the dial.

The clock starts. For midnight, set it to 12:00 AM. For midday, set it to 12:00 PM.

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z Tips

• The date and time are automatically recorded on the tape, and can be displayed during playback (DATA CODE button, p. 53).

Changing the language setting

You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Select the screen language in [LANGUAGE] (p. 91).

Getting Started

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Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo”

{DO NOT PUSH}

Cassette tape

See page 115 for details on tapes including which tapes can be used and how to protect from overwriting tapes.

1 Slide and hold the OPEN/

EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow and open the lid.

OPEN/EJECT lever

Lid

The cassette compartment automatically comes out.

2 Insert a cassette with its window

facing outwards, then press

Push the center of the back of the cassette lightly.

b Notes

• Do not push the portion marked

compartment is sliding in. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

while the cassette

3 Close the lid.

z Tips

• The recordable time varies depending on [DV REC MODE] (p. 84).

To eject the cassette

Open the lid following the same procedure as described in step 1 and remove the cassette.

“Memory Stick Duo”

You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo” marked with ,

(p. 118).

1 Open the Memory Stick Duo slot

cover in the direction of the arrow.

Cassette compartment

Window

The cassette compartment automatically slides back in.

Memory Stick Duo slot cover

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2 Insert the “Memory Stick Duo”

into the Memory Stick Duo slot in the right direction until it clicks.

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 a “Memory Stick Duo”

Lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo” once.

b Notes

• When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not shake or knock your camcorder, 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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Recording/Playback

Recording

Recording lamp

REC START/ STOP button B

Recording lamp

Lens hood

POWER switch

REC START/STOP button A

Your camcorder records movies on tape and still images on “Memory Stick Duo.” Do the following steps to record movies.

• This camcorder can record movies in HDV or DVCAM (DV) format. The factory setting is HDV format

([REC FORMAT] p. 82).

1 Open the shutter of the lens hood.

2 Slide the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the green button.

Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green button.

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3 Press the REC START/STOP button A (or B).

zREC

[STBY] t [REC]

The recording lamp lights up during recording. To stop the movie recording, press the REC START/STOP button again.

z Tips

• When recording in HDV format, the aspect ratio is fixed to 16:9. When recording in DVCAM (DV) format, you can switch the aspect ratio to 4:3 ([DV WIDE REC] p. 84).

• You can change the screen display during recording (p. 53).

• Indicators displayed on the screen during recording are shown on page 136.

• The recording lamp can be set to stay off ([REC LAMP[F]], [REC LAMP[R]] p. 92).

• You cannot record movies on a “Memory Stick Duo.”

• For low angle recording, the REC START/STOP button on the handle is convenient. Release the HOLD lever to enable the REC START/STOP button. It might be helpful if you set the LCD panel face up or close it after turning it face down, or lift the viewfinder up during the low angle recording.

00:04:50:04

REC

60min

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Recording (Continued)

To capture still images

1 Assign [PHOTO] to an ASSIGN button. 2 Press the ASSIGN button to which

[PHOTO] is assigned or the PHOTO button on the Remote Commander. A still image will be recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.” appears when the recording is completed.

You can capture still images during movie recording.

z Tips

• See page 138 for indicators that appear on the screen during recording.

Capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo” (MB) and the number of recordable pictures

1.2M

0.9M

VGA

1440

1080 ×

810

256MB 370 500 1400 1750

512MB 770 1000 2900 3650

1GB 1550 2100 6000 7500

2GB 3150 4300 12000 15000

4GB 6300 8500 23500 29500

8GB 12500 17000 48000 60000

b Notes

• Specifications are for Sony “Memory Stick Duo.” The actual number of recordable pictures can vary depending on the recording environment and the type of “Memory Stick Duo.”

z Tips

• Image sizes of still images are as follows: – Recording in HDV format/DVCAM (DV)

– Recording in DVCAM (DV) format (4:3):

– Playing back in HDV format: 1.2M – Playing back in DVCAM (DV) format (16:9):

1.2M

format (16:9): 1.2M

0.9M

0.2M

640 × 480

0.2M 640 × 360

– Playing back in DVCAM (DV) format (4:3):

VGA

To store still images captured from movies on a tape on “Memory Stick Duo”

You can capture an image in a movie and record it on a “Memory Stick Duo” as a still image. Be sure to insert a recorded tape and a “Memory Stick Duo” in your camcorder, Assign [PHOTO] to any one of ASSIGN buttons (p. 43).

1 Set the POWER switch to VCR. 2 Press the

the scene you want to save as a still image. Press the ASSIGN button to which [PHOTO] is assigned or the PHOTO button on your Remote Commander at the scene.

b Notes

• The recorded date and time on the tape and the stored date and time on the “Memory Stick Duo” are both saved on the “Memory Stick Duo.” When you view the still images, only the recorded date and time on the tape will be displayed on the screen (Data code, p. 53).

• Camera data stored on the tape will not be copied to the “Memory Stick Duo.”

• You cannot store a still image during using your camcorder with [PB ZOOM] set to [ON] (p. 91).

• You cannot store a still image under the following conditions:

– When the shutter speed is slower than 1/60 – While using the fader – While using smooth slow rec – While using shot transition – When [SCAN TYPE] is set to [24] or [24A]

or [30] (p. 83)

N (play) button to search for

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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings

Adjusting the zoom

Using the zoom lever

Set the ZOOM switch E to SERVO. Move the power zoom lever D slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.

Wide view: (Wide angle)

Close view: (Telephoto)

z Tips

• The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject for focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.

• The focus may not be adjusted at certain zoom positions if the subject is within 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) from your camcorder.

• When you set [FOCUS MACRO] to [OFF] or the focus ring to the mode A position (p. 28), you cannot focus on a subject within 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) regardless of the zoom position (p. 71).

• Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom lever D. If you move your finger off the power zoom lever D, the operation sound of the power zoom lever D may also be recorded.

Using the handle zoom

1 Set the ZOOM switch E to SERVO. 2 Set the handle zoom switch B to VAR

or FIX.

z Tips

• When you set the handle zoom switch B to

VAR, you can zoom in or out at variable speed.

• When you set the handle zoom switch B to

FIX, you can zoom in or out at fixed speed set in [HANDLE ZOOM] (p. 71).

3 Press the handle zoom lever A to zoom

in or out.

b Notes

• You cannot use the handle zoom lever A when the handle zoom switch B is set to OFF.

• You cannot change the zoom speed of the zoom lever D with the handle zoom switch

Using the zoom ring

You can zoom at the desired speed by turning the zoom ring C. Fine adjustment is also possible.

1 Set the ZOOM switch E to MANUAL. 2 Turn the zoom ring C to zoom in or

out.

z Tips

• You can remove the zoom pin.

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ZEBRA

ASSIGN

CH1

AUDIO LEVEL

CH2

AE SHIFT

REC REVIEW

Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

Adjusting the focus manually

Mode B

Mode A

Focus ring

You can adjust the focus manually for different recording conditions. Use this function in the following cases.

– To record a subject behind a window covered

with raindrops. – To record horizontal stripes. – To record a subject with little contrast between

the subject and its background. – When you want to focus on a subject in the

background.

– To record a stationary subject using a tripod.

ASSIGN 1-6 buttons

Adjusting focus manually in mode A

In mode A, you can manually adjust focus without automatic adjustment functions. Set the focus ring to the mode A position and focus manually using the focus scale on the lens.

b Notes

• Turn the focus ring slowly. If it is forced against either end, the focus ring may move toward the mode B position and move past the end, and make noises.

Adjusting focus manually in mode B

In mode B, you can use the automatic adjustment functions during manual focus adjustment. Set the focus ring to the mode B position and do the following steps.

1 Assign [FOCUS] to an ASSIGN button

p. 43).

(

2 Press the ASSIGN button to which

[FOCUS] is assigned.

9 appears on the screen.

3 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.

9 changes to when you cannot

bring any further subject in focus.

changes to when you cannot bring any closer subject in focus.

z Tips

For manual focus

• Zoom in and bring your camcorder in focus, then gradually zoom out.

• Fully zoom out and gradually zoom in when you shoot a close subject.

To restore automatic adjustment

Press the ASSIGN button to which [FOCUS] is assigned once again.

9 disappears and the automatic focus

adjustment is restored.

z Tips

• If you want to adjust focus automatically or use automatic adjustment functions such as one push auto focus during manual focus

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adjustment, set the focus ring to mode B. You cannot use the automatic adjustment functions in mode A.

Using automatic focus temporarily (One push auto focus)

You can use this function only in mode B. Do steps 1 and 2 of “Adjusting focus manually in mode B” in advance.

1 Assign [ONE PUSH AF] to an ASSIGN

2 Record a movie while holding the

z Tips

• The focal distance is always displayed while you turn the focus ring in mode A. In mode B, the focal distance is displayed for about 3 seconds in the following cases:

– When you press the ASSIGN button to which

– When you turn the focus ring while 9 is

The focal distance is not displayed when you use non-Carl Zeiss lenses.

p. 43).

button (

ASSIGN button to which [ONE PUSH AF] is assigned. Automatic focus functions as long as you hold the ASSIGN button (

disappears).

FOCUS] is assigned (9 appears on the

[ screen).

displayed on the screen.

• The center of the screen is magnified by about

1.5 times when [SCAN TYPE] in [HDV PROGRE.] or [DV PROGRE.] of the (IN/ OUT REC) menu is set to [24], [24A], or [30].

• The screen returns to the original size when you start recording during the expanded focus display.

z Tips

• You can select a type of an expanded image displayed during the expanded focus ([EXP.FOCUS TYPE] p. 79).

Focusing on a distant subject (Focus infinity)

b Notes

• Focus infinity is available when the focus ring is set to the mode B position. It is not available during the auto focus.

1 Assign [FOCUS INFNTY] to an

ASSIGN button (p. 43).

2 Press the ASSIGN button to which

[FOCUS INFNTY] is assigned.

appears on the screen.

If you release the button, your camcorder returns to the manual focus mode. This function enables you to set focus on a distant subject even when the focus is automatically set on a close subject.

Recording/Playback

Using the expanded focus (Expanded focus)

During standby, press the ASSIGN button to which [EXP.FOCUS] is assigned. [EXPANDED FOCUS] appears and the center of the screen is magnified by about

2.0 times. It will be easier to confirm the focus setting during manual focusing. The screen returns to the original size when you press the button again.

b Notes

• You cannot use the expanded focus when [REC CTL MODE] in [EXT REC CTRL] is set to other than [OFF] (p. 85).

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GAIN WHT BAL

SHUTTER

SPEED

AUTO MANUAL

SEL / PUSH EXEC

M H

B A

PRESET

Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

Adjusting the exposure

MAN

PUSH AUTO

IRIS

AUTO

Adjusting the iris

You can manually adjust the iris to control the volume of the light entering the lens. By adjusting the iris, you can change or close the aperture of the lens, which is expressed as an F value between F1.6 and F11. The volume of the light increases the more that you open the aperture (decreasing F value). The volume of the light decreases the more that you close the aperture (increasing F value). The current F value appears on the screen.

1 During recording or standby, set the

AUTO/MANUAL switch F to MANUAL.

2 Set the IRIS switch B to MAN. 3 Adjust the iris with the iris ring C.

During the manual iris adjustment, you can temporarily return to the auto iris adjustment while holding down the PUSH AUTO button A.

z Tips

• The F value becomes close to F2.0 as the zoom position changes from W to T even when you open the aperture by setting the F value lower than F2.0, such as F1.6.

• The range of focus, an important effect of the aperture, is called the depth of field. The depth of field gets shallower as the aperture is opened, and deeper as the aperture is closed. Use the aperture creatively to obtain the desired effect in your photography.

• This is handy for making the background blurred or sharp.

To adjust the iris automatically

Set the IRIS switch B or AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO.

b Notes

• When you set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO, other manually adjusted items (gain, shutter speed, white balance) also become automatic.

Adjusting the volume of light (ND filter)

You can record the subject clearly by using the ND filter D when the recording environment is too bright. If you do not want to reduce the volume of light, use the ND filter 1. The ND filters 2, 3 and 4 reduce the volume of light to about 1/4, 1/16 and 1/64, respectively.

If the ND icon flashes during the iris automatic adjustment, set the ND filter D to the position that the icon indicates. The ND icon does not flash during the manual iris adjustment.

b Notes

• If you change the ND filters D during recording, the movie and sound may be distorted.

• will flash when your camcorder cannot detect the ND filter positions (1/2/3/4). Check the ND filter position.

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z Tips

• While recording a bright subject, diffraction may occur if you close the aperture further down, resulting in a fuzzy focus (this is a common phenomenon with video cameras). The ND filter D suppresses this phenomenon and gives better recording results.

Adjusting the gain

You can adjust the gain manually when you do not want to use the AGC (automatic gain control).

1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to

MANUAL during recording or standby.

2 Set the gain switch H to H, M or L.

The gain value set for the selected gain switch position appears on the screen. You can set the gain value for each gain switch position from [GAIN SETUP] of the (CAMERA SET) menu (p. 68).

To adjust the gain automatically

Press the GAIN button I, or set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO.

b Notes

• When you set AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO, other manually adjusted items (iris, shutter speed, white balance) also become automatic.

Adjusting the shutter speed

You can manually adjust and fix the shutter speed. You can make a moving subject look still or emphasize the movement of a moving subject by adjusting the shutter speed.

1 During recording or standby, set

AUTO/MANUAL switch F to MANUAL.

2 Press the SHUTTER SPEED button E. 3 Change the shutter speed displayed on

the screen by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial G. You can adjust the shutter speed in a

range of 1/4 second through 1/10000 second or the extended clear scan (). The denominator of the set shutter speed appears on the screen. For example, [100] appears on the screen when you set the shutter speed to 1/100 second. The larger the value on the screen, the faster the shutter speed.

4 Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial G to

lock the shutter speed. To readjust the shutter speed, do steps 2 to 4.

z Tips

• You can set the shutter speed between 1/4 second and 1/10000 second in the following settings:

– [HDV PROGRE.]t[SCAN TYPE]t[24] or

[24A]

– [DV PROGRE.]t[SCAN TYPE]t[24]

• When recording a subject such as a monitor screen, set the shutter speed in the extended clear scan ( ) range in order to obtain images with no horizontal bands of noise. You can set the shutter speed for the extended clear scan from [ECS FREQ.] in the

(CAMERA SET) menu (p. 70).

To adjust the shutter speed automatically

Press the SHUTTER SPEED button E twice, or set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO.

b Notes

• When you set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO, other manually adjusted items (iris, gain, white balance) also become automatic.

z Tips

• 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. You can reduce flickering by setting the shutter speed to an appropriate frequency in the extended clear scan ( ) range ([ECS FREQ.]

p. 70).

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GAIN WHT BAL

SHUTTER

SPEED

AUTO MANUAL

SEL / PUSH EXEC

M H

B A

PRESET

Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

Adjusting to natural color (White balance)

You can adjust and fix the white balance according to the lighting conditions of recording environment. You can store white balance values in memory A ( A) and memory B ( B), respectively. Unless a white balance is readjusted, values will remain even after the power has been turned off.

1 During recording or standby, set

the AUTO/MANUAL switch E to MANUAL.

2 Press the WHT BAL button B.

3 Set the white balance memory

switch A to any one of PRESET/A/B.

Select A or B for recording with the white balance setting stored in memory A or B. Select PRESET for recording

with the white balance setting set in [OUTDOOR], [INDOOR] or [MANU

WB TEMP], which you have selected in [WB PRESET] of the (CAMERA SET) menu.

Indicator Shooting conditions

(Memory A)

(Memory B)

Outdoor ([OUTDOOR])

n Indoor ([INDOOR])

Color temperature ([MANU WB TEMP])

• White balance values adjusted for light sources can be stored in memory A and memory B. Follow the steps in “To save the adjusted white balance value in memory A or B” (p. 33).

• Recording sunset/ sunrise, just after sunset or just before sunrise

• Recording neon signs or fireworks

• Under daylight color fluorescent lamps

• Under the lighting conditions that change in many ways, such as a party hall

• Under strong light such as in a photography studio

• Under sodium lamps or mercury lamps

• Color temperature can be set between 2300K and 15000K (the default setting is 6500K).

z Tips

• You can change the outdoor white balance setting by setting offset. Press (one push) button C while (outdoor) is selected and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial D to select an offset value from -7 (bluish) to 0 (normal, the default setting) to +7 (reddish). You can also set the white balance offset value from the menu ([WB OUTDR LVL] p. 68).

• You can change the color temperature. Set [WB PRESET] to [MANU WB TEMP] and the white balance memory switch A to PRESET, then press the (one push) button C. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial D until the desired temperature appears on the screen, then press

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the dial to set the temperature. You can also set

SEL / PUSH EXEC

MENU PROFILE

PICTURE

CHECK

STATUS

the color temperature from the menu ([WB TEMP SET] p. 69).

To save the adjusted white balance value in memory A or B

1 Set the white balance memory switch to

A ( A) or B ( B) in step 3 of “Adjusting to natural color (White balance).”

2 Capture a white subject, such as white

paper, full-screen in the same lighting condition as the one in which the subject is.

3 Press (one push) button C.

A or B starts flashing rapidly. It will stay on when the white balance adjustment is completed and the adjusted value is stored in A or B.

To adjust the white balance automatically

Press the WHT BAL button B or set the AUTO/MANUAL switch E to AUTO.

b Notes

• When you set the AUTO/MANUAL switch E

to AUTO, other manual adjustments (iris, gain, and shutter speed) also become automatic.

2 Select [BLK BALANCE] in the

(CAMERA SET) menu with

the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

3 Select [YES] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

The black balance adjustment starts. It will take about 15 seconds.

4 When [Completed.] appears on

the screen, press the MENU button to end this menu.

If the black balance adjustment fails

Check that the iris is closed, then try the adjustment again.

b Notes

• When using a non-Carl Zeiss lens, close the iris prior to the adjustment.

Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile)

Recording/Playback

Adjusting the black balance

Normally, you do not need to adjust the black balance. The black balance may become off in some recording conditions. If that happens, adjust the black balance. The adjusted settings are stored only temporarily. The settings return to the default settings when you turn the power off and back on.

1 Press the MENU button during

standby.

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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [GAMMA] and [DETAIL]. Connect your camcorder to a TV or monitor, and adjust the picture quality while observing the picture on the TV or monitor screen. Picture quality settings for different recording conditions are stored in [PP1] through [PP6] as default settings.

b Notes

• When you set [x.v.Color] to [ON], the picture

profile will be disabled.

Picture profile number (setting name)

PP1 :USER

PP2 :USER

PP3 :PRO COLOR

PP4 :PD COLOR

PP5 :FILM LOOK1

PP6 :FILM LOOK2

Recording condition

Default settings the same as when Picture Profile is [OFF]

Example settings of pictures recorded by a professional shoulder camcorder with ITU709 gamma

Example settings of pictures recorded by a professional handy camcorder with PD gamma

Example settings of pictures recorded on cinema color negative film

Example settings of pictures screened with cinema color print film

1 During standby, press the

PICTURE PROFILE button B.

2 Select a picture profile number

with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

You can record with the settings of the selected picture profile.

3 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial A.

To cancel the picture profile recording

Select [OFF] in step 2 with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

To change the picture profile

You can change the settings stored in [PP1] through [PP6].

1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button

2 Select the PICTURE PROFILE number

with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

3 Select [SETTING] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial A.

4 Select an item to be adjusted with the

SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

5 Adjust the picture quality with the SEL/

PUSH EXEC dial A.

6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to adjust other

items.

7 Select [ RETURN] with the SEL/

PUSH EXEC dial A.

8 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC

dial A. A picture profile indicator appears.

z Tips

• You can assign picture profiles to the ASSIGN

buttons and use them to turn the picture profiles on and off (p. 43).

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BLACK LEVEL

To set the black level.

Item Description and settings

[MASTER BLACK] Sets the master black level.

-15 to +15

[BLACK R] Sets the black level of Rch.

[MASTER BLACK] + [BLACK R] is the black level of Rch.

-15 to +15

[BLACK G] Sets the black level of Gch.

[MASTER BLACK] + [BLACK G] is the black level of Gch.

-15 to +15

[BLACK B] Sets the black level of Bch.

[MASTER BLACK] + [BLACK B] is the black level of Bch.

-15 to +15

GAMMA

To select a gamma curve.

Item Description and settings

[STANDARD] Standard gamma curve

[CINEMATONE1] Gamma curve 1 for producing tone of film camera images

[CINEMATONE2] Gamma curve 2 for producing tone of film camera images

[ITU709] Gamma curve that corresponds to ITU-709. Gain in low intensity area:

4.5

[G5.0] Gamma curve with 5.0 of a low intensity area gain

[PD] Gamma curve for producing tone similar to DCR-PD series

[x.v.] Gamma curve similar to x.v.Color

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BLACK GAMMA

To correct gamma in low intensity area.

Item Description and settings

[RANGE] Selects a correcting range.

HIGH / MIDDLE / LOW

[LEVEL] Sets the correcting level.

-7 (maximum black compression) to +7 (maximum black stretch)

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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

KNEE

To set knee point and slope for video signal compression to reduce over-highlighting by limiting signals in high contrast area of the subject to the dynamic range of your camcorder.

Item Description and settings

[MODE] Selects a mode either automatic or manual.

[AUTO SET] Sets the maximum point and sensitivity in the automatic mode.

[MANUAL SET] Sets the knee point and slope manually.

COLOR MODE

To set type and level of colors.

Item Description and settings

[TYPE] Selects a type of colors.

[LEVEL] Sets a color level when you set [TYPE] to the settings other than

COLOR LEVEL

To set the color level.

Item Description and settings

COLOR PHASE

To set the color phase.

Item Description and settings

[AUTO] : to set the knee point and slope automatically. [MANUAL] : to set the knee point and slope manually.

[MAX POINT] : Sets the maximum point.

90% ~ 100%

[SENSITIVITY] : Sets the sensitivity.

HIGH/MIDDLE/LOW

[POINT] : Sets the knee point.

75% ~ 105%

[SLOPE] : Sets the knee slope.

-5(gentle) ~ +5(steep)

[STANDARD] : Standard colors [CINEMATONE1] : Film camera image-like colors good with

[GAMMA] set to [CINEMATONE1]

[CINEMATONE2] : Film camera image-like colors good with

[GAMMA] set to [CINEMATONE2]

[ITU709 MTX] : Colors corresponding to ITU-709

[STANDARD].

1 (close to color settings of [STANDARD]) - 8 (color settings of the selected type)

-7 (light) to +7 (dark), -8: black and white

-7 (greenish) to +7 (reddish)

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COLOR DEPTH

To set the color depth for each color phase. This function is more effective for deep colors and less effective for light colors. The color looks deeper as you decrease the setting value to more negative side, and lighter as you increase the value to more positive side. This function is effective even if you set [COLOR LEVEL] to [-8] (monotone).

Item Description and settings

[R] -7 to +7 (depth of red)

[G] -7 to +7 (depth of green)

[B] -7 to +7 (depth of blue)

[C] -7 to +7 (depth of cyan)

[M] -7 to +7 (depth of magenta)

[Y] -7 to +7 (depth of yellow)

COLOR CORRCT

To set items for the color correction.

Item Description and settings

[TYPE] Selects color correction type.

[OFF] : Not correct colors. [COLOR REVISN] : Corrects colors stored in memory. Colors not

stored in memory (displayed in black and white when [COLOR EXTRCT] is set) will not be corrected.

[COLOR EXTRCT] : Displays areas in colors that are stored in the

memory. The other areas are displayed in black and white. You can use this function to add effects on your movies or to confirm the colors to be stored in the memory.

[MEMORY SEL] Selects a memory to be effective.

[1]: Sets Memory 1 to be effective. [2]: Sets Memory 2 to be effective. [1&2]: Sets both Memory 1 and 2 to be effective.

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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

COLOR CORRCT (Continued)

Item Description and settings

[MEM1 COLOR] Sets colors stored in Memory 1.

[MEM1 REVISN] Corrects colors in Memory 1.

[MEM2 COLOR] Sets colors stored in Memory 2.

[MEM2 REVISN] Corrects colors in Memory 2.

WB SHIFT

To set items for the white balance shift.

Item Description and settings

[FILTER TYPE] Selects a color filter type for the white balance shift.

[LB[COL TEMP]] Sets a color temperature offset value.

[CC[MG/GR]] Sets a color correct offset value.

[R GAIN] Sets an R level.

[B GAIN] Sets a B level.

[PHASE] : Sets color phase.

0 (purple) t 8 (red) t 16 (yellow) t 24 (green) t 31 (blue)

[RANGE] : Sets color phase range.

0 (no color selection), 1 (narrow: to select only a single color) to 31 (wide: to select multiple colors in similar color phase)

[SATURATION] : Sets saturation.

0 (to select from light colors to dark colors) to 31 (to select dark color)

[ONE PUSH SET]: Automatically sets [PHASE] for a subject at the

center of the marker. [SATURATION] is set to 0.

[R GAIN] : Corrects the redness of the color in Memory 1. Tone of

cyan becomes higher as the redness decreases.

-15 (less reddish) to +15 (more reddish) 0 for no correction

[B GAIN] : Corrects the blueness of the color in Memory 1. Tone

of yellow becomes higher as the blueness decreases.

-15 (less bluish) to +15 (more bluish) 0 for no correction

See [MEM1 COLOR] for description and settings.

See [MEM1 REVISN] for description and settings.

[LB-CC] : Film type (color conversion and correction) [R-B] : Video type (correction of R and B levels)

-9 (bluish) to +9 (reddish)

-9 (greenish) to +9 (magentish)

-9 (low R level) to +9 (high R level)

-9 (low B level) to +9 (high B level)

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DETAIL

To set items for the detail.

Item Description and settings

[LEVEL] Sets the detail level.

-7 to +7

[MANUAL SET] [ON/OFF] : Turns on and off the manual detail adjustment.

[ON] : Enables the manual detail adjustment (automatic

optimization will not be performed).

[OFF] : Disables the manual detail adjustment.

[V/H BALANCE] : Sets the horizontal (H) and vertical (V) balance of

detail.

[B/W BALANCE]: Selects the balance of the upper DETAIL (P) and

the lower DETAIL (N). TYPE 1 (off to the lower DETAIL (N) side) to TYPE 5 (off to the upper DETAIL (P) side)

Recording/Playback

[BLACK LIMIT] : Sets the limit level of the lower DETAIL (N).

0 (Low limit level: likely to be limited) to 7 (High limit level: not likely to be limited)

[WHITE LIMIT] : Sets the limit level of the upper DETAIL (P).

0 (Low limit level: likely to be limited) to 7 (High limit level: not likely to be limited)

[CRISPENING] : Sets the crispening level.

0 (shallow crispening level) to 7 (deep crispening level)

[HI-LIGHT DTL] : Sets the DETAIL level in the high intensity areas.

-2 to +2

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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

SKINTONE DTL

To adjust the detail of skintone areas to reduce wrinkles.

Item Description and settings

[ON/OFF] Suppresses details in skin-tone areas to reduce wrinkles. Select [ON]

[LEVEL] Sets the adjustment level.

[COLOR SEL] Sets color items for the detail adjustment.

when you want to use this function. You can also select other areas.

1 (less adjust the detail) to 8 (more adjust the detail)

[PHASE] : Sets the color phase.

0 (purple) t 32 (red) t 64 (yellow) t 96 (green) t 127 (blue)

[RANGE] : Sets the color range.

0 (selects no color), 1 (narrow: selects a single color) to 31 (wide: selects multiple colors in similar color phases and saturation) The detail will not be adjusted when you set [RANGE] to 0.

[SATURATION] : Sets the color saturation.

0 (selects a light color) to 31 (selects a deep color)

[REVERSE] : Reverses the selected color range.

If you execute this function when a color has been selected, colors that were not selected will be selected instead.

[Y LEVEL] : Sets the color brightness.

0 (selects a dark color) to 31 (selects a brigh color)

[Y RANGE] : Sets the color brightness range.

1 (narrows the brigtness range) to 32 (expands the brighness range)

[ONE PUSH SET]: Automatically adjusts [PHASE],

[SATURATION] and [Y LEVEL] for a subject at the center of the marker. [RANGE] and [Y RANGE] will not be changed.

PROFILE NAME

To name the picture profiles set in [PP1] through [PP6] (p. 41).

COPY

To copy the settings of the picture profile to another picture profile number.

RESET

To reset the picture profile to the default setting.

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To name the picture profile settings

LINE

INPUT2 INPUT1

MIC

LINE

MIC

You can name picture profile1 through 6. 1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button

2 Select the picture profile that you want

to name with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

3 Select [SETTING] t [PROFILE

NAME] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

4 Select a letter with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial A. Repeat this operation until a complete name is entered.

PICT. PROFILE

CANCEL

P I CTURE PROF I LE END

z Tips

• Each name can be up to 12 characters long. Characters that can be used in profile names:

•A to Z

•0 to 9

• - _ / # & : . @

5 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC

dial A. The profile name is changed.

6 Select [ RETURN] t [OK] with

the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

4 Select the number of the picture profile

that you want to copy to with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial A.

5 Select [YES] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial A.

6 Select [ RETURN] t [OK] with the

SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

To reset the picture profile settings

You can reset the picture profile settings by each picture profile number. You cannot reset all picture profile settings at once.

1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button

2 Select the number of the picture profile

that you want to reset with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial A.

3 Select [SETTING] t [RESET] t

[YES] t [ RETURN] t [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

Adjusting the volume

You can adjust the volume of a microphone connected to the INPUT1/INPUT2 jack.

z Tips

• See page 12 for details on attaching the supplied microphone and on the REC CH SELECT switch.

Recording/Playback

To copy the picture profile setting to other picture profiles

1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button

2 Select the picture profile that you want

to copy from with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

3 Select [SETTING] t [COPY] with

SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

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Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

1 Set the AUDIO LEVEL switch

(CH1/CH2) A of the channel to be adjusted to MAN.

appears on the screen.

2 Turn the AUDIO LEVEL dial B to

adjust the volume during recording or standby.

To restore automatic adjustment

Set the AUDIO LEVEL switch (CH1/CH2) A of the manually adjusted channel to AUTO.

b Notes

• When you use a microphone that does not support the MIC+48V, set the INPUT1/INPUT2 switch to MIC. If you use it with the INPUT1/ INPUT2 switch set to MIC+48V, it may be damaged or the recorded sound may be distorted.

z Tips

• For other settings, see the (AUDIO SET) menu (p. 75).

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Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons

ZEBRA

456

AE SHIFT

REC REVIEW

ASSIGN

SEL / PUSH EXEC

MENU PR

PIC

Some functions need to be assigned to the ASSIGN buttons for use. You can assign a single function to any one of the ASSIGN 1 to 6 buttons on the body or the L1, L2 and RET buttons on the lens.

b Notes

• The following functions cannot be assigned to the RET button.

– FOCUS (for changing between automatic

focus and manual focus) – ONE PUSH AF – FOCUS INFNTY – FOCUS MACRO – STEADYSHOT

z Tips

• The RET button is an assignable button on nonCarl Zeiss lenses.

Functions you can assign to the ASSIGN buttons

The buttons in parentheses indicate that the functions are assigned to the buttons by default.

• FOCUS (p. 28)

• EXP.FOCUS (p. 29) (L2 button)

• ONE PUSH AF (p. 29)

• FOCUS INFNTY (p. 29)

• FOCUS MACRO (p. 71)

• D.EXTENDER (p. 71) (L1 button)

• HYPER GAIN (p. 68)

• BLK BALANCE (p. 33)

• AE SHIFT (p. 69) (ASSIGN 5 button)

• INDEX MARK (p. 44)

• STEADYSHOT (p. 71)

• BACK LIGHT (p. 70)

• SPOTLIGHT (p. 71)

• FADER (p. 71)

• COLOR BAR (p. 74)

• LAST SCN RVW (p. 45)

• REC REVIEW (p. 45) (ASSIGN 6 button/RET button)

• END SEARCH (p. 45)

• ZEBRA (p. 78) (ASSIGN 4 button)

• MARKER (p. 79)

• PEAKING (p. 78)

• DISPLAY (p. 53)

• TC RESET (p. 86)

• TC COUNTUP (p. 86)

• PHOTO (p. 26)

• REC LAMP[F] (p. 92)

• REC LAMP[R] (p. 92)

• PICTURE PROFILE (p. 33)

L1 button

ASSIGN 4-6 buttons

ASSIGN 1-3 buttons

L2 button

1 Press the MENU button B.

2 Select the (OTHERS) t

[ASSIGN BTN] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

3 Select [CAMERA] or [LENS],

whichever the ASSIGN button to which you want to assign a function is located, with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial A.

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Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons (Continued)

4 Select the ASSIGN button to

which you want to assign a function with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

• You can select the ASSIGN 1 through 6 buttons on the body and the L1, L2 and RET button on the lens.

• [------] appears if no function is assigned to the ASSIGN button.

5 Select the function that you want

to assign with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

6 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial A.

7 Select [RETURN] with the SEL/

PUSH EXEC dial A.

8 Press the MENU button B to hide

the menu screen.

Recording an index signal

If you record a scene with an index signal, you can easily find that scene during playback (p. 55). The index function will make it easier to check the transition of recording or edit your pictures using index signals.

1 Assign [INDEX MARK] to one of

the ASSIGN buttons (p. 43).

2 Press the ASSIGN button to

which [INDEX MARK] is assinged.

During recording

appears for about 7 seconds and an

index signal is recorded.

During standby

flashes.

After you press the REC START/STOP button to start recording, appears for about 7 seconds and an index signal is recorded.

To cancel the operation

Press the ASSIGN button to which [INDEX MARK] is assigned again before you start recording.

b Notes

• You cannot record an index signal on a recorded tape afterward.

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Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review)

You can view about 2 seconds of the scene recorded just before you stopped the tape. This is convenient during playback of the latest scene check.

Press the REC REVIEW button or the ASSIGN button to which [REC REVIEW] is assigned during standby.

The last 2 seconds (approx.) of the most recently recorded scenes will be played back, then your camcorder returns to standby.

• End search will not work correctly if a blank section exists between recorded sections on the tape.

Playing back the most recently recorded movies (Last scene review)

You can set your camcorder to automatically rewind the tape to the beginning of the most recently recorded scene, play back to the end of the scene, then stop the tape.

1 Assign [LAST SCN RVW] to an

ASSIGN button (p. 43).

Recording/Playback

Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording (End search)

1 Assign [END SEARCH] to one of

the ASSIGN buttons (p. 43).

2 Press the ASSIGN button to

which [END SEARCH] is assigned.

The last scene of the most recent recording will be played back for about 5 seconds, and the camcorder goes standby at the point where the last recording has finished.

b Notes

• End search will not work once you eject the tape.

2 During standby, press the

ASSIGN button to which [LAST SCN RVW] is assigned.

The last scene review starts.

b Notes

• If the recording time of the movie is short, [LAST SCN RVW] may not work correctly.

z Tips

• If you press the ASSIGN button again during the last scene review, your camcorder plays back the last 5 seconds of the most recently recorded movie, then goes standby at the end of the recording.

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Using the Shot transition

You can store settings of focus, zoom, iris, gain, shutter speed and white balance, and smoothly shift from the current settings to the stored settings (shot transition). For example, you can shift the focus from closer objects to farther objects, or change the depth of field by adjusting the iris. You can also develop scenes under different conditions smoothly. If you store manually adjusted settings of white balance, you can smoothly shift from one scene to another under different conditions, such as from indoor to outdoor. Sony recommends that you use a tripod to avoid image blurring. You can set the following items in [SHOT TRANSITION] of the (CAMERA SET) menu (p. 73).

Item Description and settings

TRANS TIME Setting of transition time

(the default setting is [4.0sec]) You can set the transition time by 0.5 sec between [3.5sec] and [15.0sec], or select from [20sec], [30sec], [45sec] and [60sec].

START TIMER Setting of timer to start

shot transition (the default setting is [OFF]) You can select from [5sec], [10sec] and [20sec].

Item Description and settings

REC LINK Setting of transition

FOCUS TRANS Setting ([ON]/[OFF]) of

ZOOM TRANS Setting ([ON]/[OFF]) of

IRIS TRANS Setting ([ON]/[OFF]) of

b Notes

• You cannot manually adjust the focus, zoom,

iris, gain, shutter speed and white balance while the CHECK or EXEC lamp is on. You can manually adjust the focus, zoom and iris, even the CHECK or EXEC lamp is on when you set [FOCUS TRANS], [ZOOM TRANS] and [IRIS TRANS] to [OFF], respectively.

• When [EXT REC CTRL] is set to [EXT

ONLY], setting [REC LINK] (linked recording) to [SHOT-A] or [SHOT-B] links the start of transition to the start of recording on an external device (HVR-MRC1 or HVR-DR60).

linked with start of recording (the default setting is [OFF]) [OFF]: Not to start transition when the recording is started. [SHOT-A]: To start transition to the SHOT-A when the recording is started. [SHOT-B]: To start transition to the SHOT-B when the recording is started.

focus transition (the default setting is [ON])

zoom transition (the default setting is [ON])

iris transition (the default setting is [ON])

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STORE

SHOT

TRANSITION/FOCUS MARKING

EXEC

CHECK

A button

B button

1 Set [S.TRANS/F.MARK] of the

(CAMERA SET) menu to

[SHOT TRANSITION].

2 Press the SHOT TRANSITION/

FOCUS MARKING button C to bring up the shot transition store screen.

The STORE lamp turns on.

3 Press the A button to store the

settings in SHOT-A, or the B button to store the settings in SHOT-B.

b Notes

• The settings stored in SHOT-A or SHOT-B will be erased when you set the POWER switch to OFF.

4 Press the SHOT TRANSITION/

FOCUS MARKING button C again to bring up the shot transition check screen.

The CHECK lamp turns on.

Press the A button to check SHOT-A, or the B button to check SHOT-B. The image will be displayed with the settings stored in the selected SHOT. The focus, zoom, iris, gain, shutter speed and white balance are automatically adjusted to the stored settings.

b Notes

• The settings do not shift to the stored settings with the transition time set in [TRANS TIME] (p. 46).

5 Press SHOT TRANSITION/FOCUS

MARKING button C again to bring up the shot transition execution screen.

The EXEC lamp turns on.

6 Press the REC START/STOP

button A (or B) .

Press the A button for recording with SHOT-A, or the B button for recording with SHOT-B.

The settings shift from the current ones to the stored ones.

b Notes

• When you change [SHOT TRANSITION] (p. 46), press the SHOT TRANSITION/FOCUS MARKING button repeatedly to exit the shot transition screen.

• You cannot return from the stored SHOT-A or SHOT-B settings to previous settings after you execute the shot transition during recording.

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Using the Shot transition (Continued)

• If you press the following buttons during the shot transition operation, the operation will be canceled:

– PICTURE PROFILE –MENU – STATUS CHECK – EXPANDED FOCUS

• You can also make a transition from the SHOTA to the SHOT-B or from the SHOT-B to the SHOT-A. For example, to make a transition from the SHOT-A to the SHOT-B, display the shot transition check screen, press the A button to bring up the SHOT-A and press the REC START/STOP button. Then, display the shot transition execution screen and press the B button.

• You can rehearse the shot transition by pressing the respective buttons (A or B) to which your customized settings are assigned before pressing the REC START/STOP button in step 6.

• The settings stored in the memory (SHOT-A/ SHOT-B) are cleared when you remove the Carl Zeiss lens, or you adjust the flange focal length.

To cancel the operation

Press the SHOT TRANSITION/FOCUS MARKING button C repeatedly to exit the shot transition screen.

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Marking focal point on the screen

STORE

SHOT

TRANSITION/FOCUS MARKING

EXEC

CHECK

(Focus marking)

You can mark a focal point, at which you set a subject in focus, on the LCD screen prior to the recording. You can use this function during the manual focus.

A button

B button

1 Set [S.TRANS/F.MARK] of the

(CAMERA SET) menu to

[FOCUS MARKING].

2 Press the SHOT TRANSITION/

FOCUS MARKING button B.

The focus marking bar appears at the bottom of the screen.

3 Adjust the focus by turning the

focus ring A and set a focal point.

A cursor on the focus marking bar moves as you turn the focus ring.

button for marking a focal point at position B.

When you press the A button,

V and A

appear on the focus marking bar. When you press the B button,

v and B appear

on the focus marking bar.

This mark appears when you press the B button.

Current focal point

00:01:01:19

STBY

60min

FOCUS MARKING

This mark appears when you press the A button.

The color of the marks changes when position A or B matches the current focal point.

b Notes

• The focus marking function does not work when [FOCUS MACRO] is set to [ON].

• You cannot use the focus marking when you use a non-Carl Zeiss lens. Marking positions A and B will be cleared when you dismount the lens or turn off the power.

z Tips

• You can use the focus marking function during the expanded focus.

Recording/Playback

4 Press the A button for marking a

focal point at position A or the B

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Playback

TC/U-BIT DATA CODE

VOLUME/MEMORY button

PLAY button

MEMORY/PLAY button

MEMORY/INDEX button

SEL/PUSH EXEC dial

You can play back movies as follows:

1 Slide the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the green button.

MEMORY/DELETE button

Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green button.

2 Start playing back.

m (rewind) to go to the point you want to view, then press N (play) to start

Press playback.

x : STOP

•

X : PAUSE (Press N or X again to restart the playback) m : REW (Rewind, review)

•

M : FF (Cue, fast forward)

•

y : SLOW

b Notes

• Your camcorder automatically goes into a stopped state when it is in pause for more than 3 minutes.

• The screen may temporarily go blank losing images and sound when signals switch between HDV and DVCAM (DV) during playback of a tape in which HDV format and DVCAM (DV) format are mixed.

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• You cannot play back movies recorded in HDV format on DVCAM (DV) format video cameras or mini DV players.

• You can play back a DV format tape on your camcorder only when its contents are recorded in the SP mode. You cannot play back movies recorded on the DV format tape in the LP mode.

• Time code and user bits will not be displayed correctly when you play back a tape with no time code or user bit data, or a tape with time code that your camcorder does not support.

z Tips

• See page 138 for indicators displayed on the screen during playback.

• See page 54 for how to switch displays during playback.

To search for a scene while viewing a movie

Press and hold m/M during playback (Picture Search). To view during fast forward, press and hold M. To view during rewind, press and hold m (Skip Scan).

To adjust the volume

Adjust the volume with the VOLUME/MEMORY button.

To view still images

1 Set the POWER switch to VCR. 2 Press the MEMORY/PLAY button. 3 Select still image that you want to view using the VOLUME/MEMORY button.

To stop viewing still images, press the MEMORY/PLAY button again.

To display the list of still images (index screen)

1 Set the POWER switch to VCR. 2 Press the MEMORY/INDEX button.

Recording/Playback

101–0050

1/19

101

3 Select a still image using the VOLUME/MEMORY button.

To display a single image, move B to that image and press the MEMORY/PLAY button. To stop displaying the list of still images, press the MEMORY/INDEX button again.

To delete still images from the “Memory Stick Duo”

1 Do the steps of “To view still images” to display still images that you want to delete. 2 Press the MEMORY/DELETE button. 3 Select [YES] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

The still image will be deleted.

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Playback (Continued)

b Notes

• Still images cannot be restored once you delete them.

• You cannot delete still images when the “Memory Stick Duo” is write-protected (p. 118) or the still image is protected (p. 103).

z Tips

• To delete a still image in the index, move B to the still image using the VOLUME/MEMORY button, then do steps 2 and 3.

• To delete all still images, do [ ALL ERASE] of the (MEMORY SET) menu (p. 88).

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Changing/checking the settings in your

SEL / PUSH EXEC

MENU PROFILE

PICTURE

CHECK

STATUS

TC/U-BIT DATA CODE

camcorder

• When you assign [DISPLAY] of [ASSIGN BTN] to an ASSIGN button, you can use the ASSIGN button to change the screen.

Displaying recording data (Data

code)

You can display information, including date, time and camera data, automatically stored during recording on the screen during playback.

1 Set the POWER switch E to VCR.

2 Press the DATA CODE button B

during playback or pause.

The screen changes (date and time display t camera data display t no display) as you press the button.

Recording/Playback

Changing the screen

You can turn on and off the display of the time code, tape counter, and other information on the screen.

Press the DISPLAY/BATT INFO button A.

The screen indicators turn on (displayed) and off (not displayed) as you press the button. When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA, the screen changes (detailed display t simple display t no display) as you press the button.

z Tips

• You can display the screen indicators during playback on a TV. Select [V-OUT/PANEL] of [DISP OUTPUT] (p. 82).

A SteadyShot off B Exposure

appears during playback of the movie recorded with the iris, gain and shutter speed automatically adjusted.

appears during playback of the movie recorded with the iris, gain and shutter speed manually adjusted.

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Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder (Continued)

C Iris

appears in the iris value display area during playback of the movie recorded with the iris manually adjusted to its maximum value.

D Gain E Shutter speed F White balance

appears during playback of the movie recorded with the shot transition or [MANU WB TEMP].

b Notes

• The exposure correction value (0EV), shutter speed and iris will be displayed during viewing of still images on “Memory Stick Duo.”

• Date and time will be displayed in the same area when you select the date and time display. If you record without setting date and time, [--- --

---- ] and [--:--:--] will be displayed.

• An accurate shutter speed may not be displayed when you play back a tape recorded with your camcorder on another device. Check the data code that is displayed on the screen when you play back the tape on your camcorder for the accurate shutter speed.

• A shutter speed is indicated with [---] during playback of the movie recorded with the

extended clear scan ( ).

Displaying the settings in your camcorder (Status check)

You can check the settings of the following items.

• Audio setup such as microphone volume level (p. 75)

• Output signal setup ([VCR HDV/DV], etc.) (p. 82)

• Functions assigned to the ASSIGN buttons (p. 43)

• Camera setup (p. 68)

• External devices

1 Press the STATUS CHECK button

2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial D

until a desired display shows up on the screen.

When the POWER switch E is set to CAMERA, the display changes in the following sequence:

AUDIO t OUTPUT t ASSIGN t CAMERA t EXT DEVICE (when an external device is connected)

When the POWER switch E is set to VCR, the display changes in the following sequence:

AUDIO t OUTPUT t ASSIGN t EXT DEVICE (when an external device is connected)

To hide the display

• Press the STATUS CHECK button C.

Checking the remaining battery (Battery Info)

Set the POWER switch E to OFF, then press the DISPLAY/BATT INFO button A. The approximate recordable time in the selected format and battery information appear for about 7 seconds. You can view the battery information for up to 20 seconds by pressing the button again while the information is displayed.

Remaining battery (approx.)

60 65

Recording capacity (approx.)

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Locating a scene on a tape

A B

b Notes

• See page 135 for details on how to use the Remote Commander.

Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search)

You can search scenes by recording dates.

1 Set the POWER switch to VCR.

2 Press the SEARCH M. button A

on the Remote Commander repeatedly to select [DATE SEARCH].

3 Press the . (previous)/>

(next) button B on the Remote Commander to select a recording date.

You can select a date previous or next to the date of the current tape position. Playback automatically starts from the scene recorded on the selected date.

To cancel the operation

Press the STOP button C on the Remote Commander.

b Notes

• Each day of recording must be longer than 2 minutes. Your camcorder may not detect the date if the recording of that date is short.

• The date search may not work properly if a blank section exists on the tape.

Searching for a recording start point (Index search)

You can search scenes by indexes recorded at the start of recording (p. 44).

1 Set the POWER switch to VCR.

2 Press the SEARCH M. button A

on the Remote Commander repeatedly to select [INDEX SEARCH].

3 Press the . (previous)/>

(next) button B on the Remote Commander to select an index point.

You can select an index previous or next to the index of the current tape position. Playback automatically starts from the scene marked by the index.

Recording/Playback

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Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder (Continued)

To cancel the operation

Press the STOP button C on the Remote Commander.

b Notes

• Recording between indexes must be longer than 2 minutes. Your camcorder may not detect the date if the recording between the indexes is short.

• The index search may not work properly if a blank section exists on the tape.

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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 used. Use the supplied AC Adaptor/Charger to obtain AC power (p. 14). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected.

Jacks on your camcorder

Open the jack cover and connect the cable.

HDV/DV

b Notes

• Set all the necessary menu items before you connect your camcorder to a TV. If you change the settings of [VCR HDV/DV] or [i.LINK SET] after connecting your camcorder to the TV with an i.LINK cable, the TV may not recognize video signals properly.

HDMI OUT

COMPONENT

OUT

Connecting to a high definition TV

A movie recorded in HD quality is played back in HD quality. A movie recorded in SD quality is played back in SD quality.

COMPONENT IN

AUDIO

HDMI

i.LINK

(for HDV1080i)

B CA

Recording/Playback

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Playing the picture on a TV (Continued)

: Signal flow, ( ): Reference pages

Type Camcorder Cable TV Menu Setting

(IN/OUT REC)

b Notes

• When you only connect a component video cable, audio signals are not outputted. 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.

Component video cable

(supplied)

A/V connecting cable

(supplied)

HDMI cable (optional)

(Yellow)

(Green) Y

(Blue) PB/C (Red) PR/C

(White)

(Red)

HDMI

[VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (82) [VIDEO OUT] t [COMPONENT] t [1080i/480i] (84)

(IN/OUT REC) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (82)

b Notes

• Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.

• Pictures in the DVCAM (DV) format are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the pictures.

• DVCAM (DV) format pictures input to the camcorder via i.LINK cable (p. 97) cannot be output.

• Your TVs may not function correctly (for example, no sound or image). Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder and HDMI OUT jack of the external device with the HDMI cable. This may cause a malfunction.

z Tips

• HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to send both video and audio signals. Connecting HDMI OUT jack to an external device supplies high quality images and digital audio to you.

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: Signal flow, ( ): Reference pages

Type Camcorder Cable TV Menu Setting

b Notes

• Your TV needs to have an i.LINK jack compatible with HDV1080i. For details, confirm the specifications of your TV.

• If your TV is not compatible with HDV1080i, connect your camcorder and TV with the supplied component video cable and A/V connecting cable as illustrated in .

• The TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the camcorder is connected. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV.

• This camcorder has a 6-pin i.LINK terminal. Select a cable that fits the terminal on the TV to be attached.

i.LINK cable (optional)

(IN/OUT REC) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (82) [i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV CONV] t [OFF] (85)

Recording/Playback

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Playing the picture on a TV (Continued)

Connecting to a 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV

A movie recorded in HD quality is converted and played back in SD quality. A movie recorded in SD quality is played back in SD quality.

COMPONENT IN

AUDIO

i.LINK

S VIDEO

VIDEO/AUDIO

E F G

VIDEO/AUDIO

To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)

Set the down-convert setting as follows: For HDV format signals:

(IN/OUT REC) menu t [VIDEO OUT] t [DOWN CONVERT]

For DV format signals:

(IN/OUT REC) menu t [VIDEO OUT] t [DV WIDE CONV]

z Tips

• 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 and connect the white (left channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR. When you want to play back the sound in monaural mode, use a connecting cable for that purpose.

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: Signal flow, ( ): Reference pages

Type Camcorder Cable TV Menu Setting

b Notes

• When you only connect a component video cable, audio signals are not outputted. 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.

b Notes

• The TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the camcorder is connected. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV.

• This camcorder has a 6-pin i.LINK terminal. Select a cable that fits the terminal on the TV to be attached.

* Change the settings according to the TV connected.

Component video cable (supplied)

A/V connecting cable (supplied)

i.LINK cable (optional)

(Yellow)

(Green) Y

(Blue) PB/C

(Red) PR/C

(White)

(Red)

(IN/OUT REC) [VCR HDV/DV] t[AUTO] (82) [VIDEO OUT]

t[COMPONENT] t[1080i/480i] (84)

[VIDEO OUT]

t[DOWN CONVERT] t[SQUEEZE]/

[LETTER BOX]/[EDGE CROP]* (84)

(IN/OUT REC) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (82) [i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV CONV] t [ON] (85)

Recording/Playback

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Playing the picture on a TV (Continued)

: Signal flow, ( ): Reference pages

Type Camcorder Cable TV Menu Setting

(IN/OUT REC)

A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional)

(White)

(Red)

(Yellow)

b Notes

• When connecting only an S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel), audio signals are not output. To output audio signals, connect the white and red plugs of the A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable to the audio input jack of your TV.

• This connection produces higher resolution pictures compared with the A/V connecting cable (Type ).

* Change the settings according to the TV connected.

b Notes

• If you connect your camcorder to the TV using more than one type of cable to output images, the order of priority of the TV input jacks is as follows: HDMI t component video t SVIDEO t video.

• See page 120 for the details of i.LINK.

A/V connecting cable (supplied)

(Yellow)

(White) (Red)

[VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (82) [VIDEO OUT] t [DOWN CONVERT] t [SQUEEZE]/[LETTER BOX]/[EDGE CROP]* (84)

(IN/OUT REC) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (82) [VIDEO OUT] t [DOWN CONVERT] t [SQUEEZE]/[LETTER BOX]/[EDGE CROP]* (84)

When connecting to your TV via a VCR

Select the connecting method on page 93 depending on the input jack of the 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 (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.).

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Using the Menu

SEL / PUSH EXEC

Using the menu items

You can change various settings or make detailed adjustments using the menu items displayed on the screen.

POWER switch

SEL/PUSH EXEC dial

1 Set the POWER switch to

CAMERA or VCR.

2 Press the MENU button.

The menu index screen appears.

MENU button

STBY

3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial

until the icon of the desired menu is highlighted, then press the dial to select the menu.

CAMERA SET (p. 68)

AUDIO SET (p. 75)

DISPLAY SET (p. 78)

IN/OUT REC (p. 82)

TC/UB SET (p. 86)

MEMORY SET (p. 88)

OTHERS (p. 90)

OTHERS STBY RETURN CAMERA PROF. ASSIGN BTN CLOCK SET WORLD TIME LANGUAGE QUICK REC DATE REC

[MENU]: END

4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial

until the desired menu item is highlighted, then press the dial to select the item.

ASSIGN BTN

CLOCK SET

WORLD TIME

LANGUAGE

QUICK REC

DATE REC

BEEP

REC LAMP[F]

OFF

STBY

Using the Menu

The available menu items vary depending on the position of the power switch of your camcorder. Unavailable items will be grayed out.

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Using the menu items (Continued)

5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial

until the desired setting is highlighted or to bring up the desired setting, then press the dial to confirm the setting.

STBY

00:00:28:10

BEEP

OFF

[MENU]: END

6 Press the MENU button to hide

the menu screen.

To return to the previous screen, select [ RETURN].

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Menu items

Available menu items (z) vary depending on the POWER switch position.

Position of POWER switch: CAMERA VCR

(CAMERA SET) menu (p. 68)

GAIN SETUP z – SMOOTH GAIN z – HYPER GAIN z – AGC LIMIT z – BLK BALANCE z – WB PRESET z – WB OUTDR LVL z – WB TEMP SET z – ATW SENS z – SMOOTH WB z – AE SHIFT z – AE WINDOW z – AE RESPONSE z – AT IRIS LMT z – ECS FREQ. z – FLCKR REDUCE z – CNTRST ENHCR z – BACK LIGHT z – SPOTLIGHT z – STEADYSHOT z – AF ASSIST z – FOCUS MACRO z – HANDLE ZOOM z – D.EXTENDER z – FADER z – SMTH SLW REC z – INTERVAL REC z – DV FRAME REC z – SHOT TRANSITION z – S.TRANS/F.MARK z – x.v.Color z – COLOR BAR z – FLANGE BACK z –

(AUDIO SET) menu (p. 75)

DV AU.MODE z – AUDIO LIMIT z – XLR SET z – AUDIO CH SEL – z DV AUDIO MIX – z

Using the Menu

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Menu items (Continued)

Position of POWER switch: CAMERA VCR

(DISPLAY SET) menu (p. 78)

ZEBRA z – HISTOGRAM z – PEAKING z – MARKER z – CAM LEVELING z – EXP.FOCUS TYPE z – CAM DATA DSP z – AU.LVL DISP z – ZOOM DISPLAY z – FOCUS DISP z – SHUTTER DISP z – LCD BRIGHT zz LCD COLOR zz LCD BL LEVEL zz VF B.LIGHT zz VF COLOR zz VF POWERMODE zz LETTER SIZE zz

REMAINING zz

DISP OUTPUT zz

(IN/OUT REC) menu (p. 82)

REC FORMAT z – VCR HDV/DV – z HDV PROGRE. z – DV PROGRE. z – DV REC MODE zz DV WIDE REC z – VIDEO OUT zz i.LINK SET zz EXT REC CTRL z –

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Position of POWER switch: CAMERA VCR

(TC/UB SET) menu (p. 86)

TC PRESET zz TC COUNTUP zz UB PRESET zz TC FORMAT zz TC RUN zz TC MAKE zz TC LINK z – UB TIME REC zz UB-DATE/TC-TIME zz

(MEMORY SET) menu (p. 88)

ALL ERASE – z

FORMAT zz FILE NO. zz NEW FOLDER zz REC FOLDER zz PB FOLDER – z

(OTHERS) (p. 90)

CAMERA PROF. zz ASSIGN BTN zz CLOCK SET zz WORLD TIME zz LANGUAGE zz PB ZOOM – z QUICK REC z – DATE REC z – BEEP zz REC LAMP[F] z – REC LAMP[R] z – REMOTE CTRL zz HOURS METER zz

Using the Menu

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(CAMERA SET)

Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SETUP/BACK LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.)

The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.

See page 63 for details on selecting menu items.

Press the MENU button t select the

(CAMERA SET) with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

GAIN SETUP

You can set gain values for H, M and L positions of the GAIN switch. The default settings of [H], [M] and [L] are 18dB, 9dB and 0dB, respectively.

1 Select [H], [M] or [L] with the SEL/

PUSH EXEC dial.

2 Set the gain value with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial, and press the dial. You can select the value between -6dB and 21dB by 3dB. The larger the value, the higher the gain.

3 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC

dial.

4 Press the MENU button to hide the

menu screen.

SMOOTH GAIN

You can set the transition speed at which the gain setting shifts from one value to another, set for the gain switch positions, when you switch the gain switch from a position to another. You can select the transition speed from [FAST], [MIDDLE] and [SLOW] or set to [OFF]. The default setting is [OFF].

HYPER GAIN

When you set this function to [ON] ( ), you can increase the gain to its limit. The default setting is [OFF].

b Notes

• During the hyper gain, you cannot use the following function.

– [BACK LIGHT] – [SPOTLIGHT]

• During the hyper gain, the picture quality will be reduced due to noise.

• [HYPER GAIN] is automatically set to [OFF] if you turn the power off and back on.

z Tips

• You are recommended to use this function with manual focus.

AGC LIMIT

You can select the upper limit for the Auto Gain Control (AGC) from [OFF] (21dB, the default setting), [18dB], [15dB], [12dB], [9dB], [6dB], [3dB] and [0dB].

b Notes

• If you adjust the gain manually, you cannot obtain the effect of [AGC LIMIT].

BLK BALANCE

See page 33.

WB PRESET

You can use the preset white balance. For more details, see page 32.

WB OUTDR LVL

You can set an offset value to adjust the outdoor white balance when you set [WB PRESET] to [OUTDOOR]. You can select the offset value from [-7] (bluish) - [0] (normal) - [+7] (reddish). The default setting is [0] .

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WB TEMP SET

You can set the color temperature between 2300K and 15000K in 100K steps when you set [WB PRESET] to [MANU WB TEMP].

ATW SENS

You can set the auto white balance operation under a reddish light source such as an incandescent lamp or candle, or under a blueish light source such as in outdoor shade.

B INTELLIGENT

Automatically adjusts the white balance so that scenes look natural for the light source.

HIGH

Automatically adjusts the white balance while reducing redness or blueness.

MIDDLE

LOW

Automatically adjusts the white balance while increasing redness or blueness.

b Notes

• This is only effective when white balance is adjusted automatically.

• [ATW SENS] is not effective under a clear sky or the sun.

AE SHIFT

You can set an offset value to adjust the automatic exposure adjustment value between [-7] (dark) and [+7] (bright) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The default setting is [0] . and selected value appears on the screen when you change the value from the default setting.

b Notes

• This function is not effective while you adjust the iris, shutter speed and gain all manually.

• This function is not effective when [HYPER GAIN] is set to [ON].

AE WINDOW

You can select a photometric area in which the automatic exposure adjustment function detects changes in the brightness of the subject to automatically adjust the exposure. This function is not effective during the manual exposure adjustment.

STANDARD TYPE 1

Using the Menu

SMOOTH WB

You can set the transition speed at which the color temperature values shifts from one value to another, set for the white balance memory switch positions, when you switch the white balance memory switch from a position to another. You can select the transition speed from [FAST], [MIDDLE] and [SLOW] or set to [OFF]. The default setting is [OFF].

TYPE 3TYPE 2

TYPE 5TYPE 4

z Tips

• The photometric area stays the same even when you change the aspect ratio.

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Press the MENU button t select the (CAMERA SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

Example: TYPE 4

16:9

4:3

photometric area

AE RESPONSE

You can select the speed at which the automatic exposure adjustment function follows changes in the brightness of the subject. You can select the speed from [FAST], [MIDDLE] and [SLOW]. The default setting is [FAST].

AT IRIS LMT

You can select the highest iris value for the automatic adjustment from [F11], [F9.6], [F8], [F6.8], [F5.6], [F4.8] and [F4]. The default setting is [F11].

b Notes

• This function is not effective during the manual iris adjustment.

ECS FREQ.

You can set the shutter speed so that horizontal strips do not appear on a monitor screen, which is likely to occur when you record a monitor screen. Change the setting with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial to confirm the setting. The default setting is [59.94Hz]. You must set the shutter speed to the ECS ( ) prior to setting this function (p. 31). You can set the shutter speed in the following frequency ranges depending on the setting of [SCAN TYPE]. How to select [SCAN TYPE] depends on the setting of [REC FORMAT] of (IN/OUT REC) menu.

[HDV1080i]: [HDV PROGRE.] t [REC TYPE] t [SCAN TYPE] [DV]: [DV PROGRE.] t [SCAN TYPE]

SCAN TYPE Frequency range

60 59.94 Hz to 199.8 Hz

30 29.97 Hz to 199.8 Hz

24, 24A* 23.98 Hz to 199.8 Hz

* Adjustable when [HDV PROGRE.] t [REC

TYPE] t [INTERLACE].

FLCKR REDUCE

B ON

Reduces flickering. Flickering of the screen under a light source such as fluorescent lamps will be reduced.

OFF

Not reduce flickering. Select this when you do not want to reduce flickering.

b Notes

• Flickering may not be reduced for certain light sources.

CNTRST ENHCR

When you set this function to [ON], your camcorder detects high contrast images, such as backlit scenes, and automatically improves the unexposed images. The default setting is [OFF].

b Notes

• When you set [BACK LIGHT] to [ON], [CNTRST ENHCR] is temporarily disabled.

BACK LIGHT

When you set this function to [ON] (.), you can correct backlighting. The default setting is [OFF].

b Notes

• The back light function is canceled when you set [SPOTLIGHT] to [ON].

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SPOTLIGHT

When you set this function to [ON] ( ), you can prevent overexposure of light during recording of a subject under strong light, such as a stage. For example, you can prevent people's faces from overhighlighting. The default setting is [OFF].

b Notes

• The spotlight function is canceled when you set [BACK LIGHT] to [

• You cannot use the spotlight function if at least two of iris, gain, and shutter speed are adjusted manually.

ON].

STEADYSHOT

x ON/OFF

When you select [ON], you can reduce camera shakes. Select [OFF] ( ) when you use a tripod (optional) to make images look natural. The default setting is [ON].

x TYPE

You can select a type of camera-shake reduction for different recording situations.

HARD

Reduces camera shakes at a high level. This setting is not suitable for panorama tilt recordings.

B STANDARD

Reduces camera shakes at a standard level.

SOFT

Reduces camera shakes at a low level. Slight unsteadiness remains in movies, which make the movies look as they are.

b Notes

• This function is effective only when the focus ring is set to the mode B position (p. 28).

FOCUS MACRO

When you set this function to [ON], you can focus on a subject within 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet). The default setting is [ON]. When you set this function to [OFF] ( ), you can set fine focus on a subject further than 80 cm regardless of the zoom position although you will lose focus on a subject within 80 cm.

b Notes

• This function is effective only when the focus ring is set to the mode B position (p. 28).

HANDLE ZOOM

You can select the zoom speed for the FIX position of the handle zoom switch from [1] (slow) through [8] (fast). The default setting is [3].

D.EXTENDER

When you set this function to [ON] ( ), the displayed image becomes 1.5 times larger. The image quality decreases because the image is digitally processed. This function helps you to focus on far-away subjects such as a wild bird away at a distance. The default setting is [OFF].

b Notes

• This function is automatically set to [OFF] when you turn the power off and back on.

Using the Menu

AF ASSIST

When you set this function to [ON], you can temporarily focus manually using the focus ring during the auto focus adjustment. The default setting is [OFF].

FADER

You can add visual effects to transition between scenes.

1 Select [WHITE FADER] or [BLACK

FADER] during standby to fade in with the selected effect or recording to fade out with the selected effect.

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Press the MENU button t select the (CAMERA SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

2 Press the REC START/STOP button.

The fader indicator stops flashing and disappears when the fading is complete.

To cancel before starting the operation, select [OFF] in step 1.

[START TRIGGR]*

The setting will be cleared every time you press the REC START/STOP button.

[END TRIGGER]

STBY REC

Fading out Fading in

WHITE FADER

BLACK FADER

b Notes

• This function is automatically set to [OFF] when you turn the power off and back on.

SMTH SLW REC

Fast moving subjects and actions, which cannot be captured under the general recording conditions, can be recorded in smooth moving slow-motion. This is useful for recording fast actions such as a golf or tennis swing.

1 Set [REC TIME].

Select the recording time from [3sec] (the default setting), [6sec] and [12sec].

The picture quality deteriorates as the recording time increases.

2 Set [REC TIMING].

Select the recording timing from [

TRIGGR

] and [END TRIGGER] to record the action after or before the REC START/ STOP button is pressed.

START

* The default setting is [START TRIGGR].

3 Start recording.

Select [EXECUTE], then press the REC START/STOP button on the [SMTH SLW REC] screen.

A slow-motion movie about 4 times longer than your [REC TIME] setting is recorded. Recording ends when [Recording···] disappears from the screen.

To cancel [SMTH SLW REC], press the MENU button.

b Notes

• Sounds cannot be recorded.

• The settings are automatically cleared when you turn the power off and back on.

• The shutter speed is automatically set to 1/250 second when you start [SMTH SLW REC].

• The recording time may be shorter than the set time, depending on recording conditions.

• The image quality is lower than with the regular recording.

INTERVAL REC

You can record a series of movies on a tape at regular intervals. This function is useful to observe things like cloud movements or daylight changes. The scenes run smoothly into each other when you play back the tape. Use the AC Adapter/Charger to obtain AC power for long recording.

Recording

Recording Recording

interval

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1 Select [ON/OFF] t [ON] with the SEL/

PUSH EXEC dial.

2 Perform the following step if you are

changing the recording time from the default setting of [0.5sec]. If you are keeping the default recording time, go straight to step 3.

Select [REC TIME] t [0.5sec], [1sec], [1.5sec] or [2sec] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

3 Perform the following step if you are

changing the interval time from the default setting of [30sec]. If you are keeping the default interval time, go straight to step 4.

Select [INTERVAL] t [30sec], [1min], [5min] or [10min].

4 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC

dial.

5 Press the MENU button to hide the menu

screen.

6 Press the REC START/STOP button.

The [INTERVAL REC] recording starts.

To cancel [INTERVAL REC], press the REC START/STOP button. The operation of your camcorder differs depending on when you press the REC START/STOP button. If you press the button during [INTERVAL REC] recording, the recording temporarily stops. If you press it again, the [INTERVAL REC] recording restarts, If you press the button during [INTERVAL REC] interval, the [INTERVAL REC] recording stops and regular recording starts. If you press it again, regular recording stops. If you press the button once again, the [INTERVAL REC] recording restarts. To cancel the [INTERVAL REC] recording, select [ON/OFF] t [OFF] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

b Notes

• The recording time and interval time may differ slightly from the settings.

• If you focus manually, you can get sharp images even if the lighting changes.

DV FRAME REC

You can record stop motion (or frame-byframe) animation movies. That type of animation uses a technique of changing the subject, such as a doll or a toy's positions and recording it at each different position while your camcorder sits still. Use the Remote Commander to reduce camera shakes.

B OFF

Not use this function.

ON ( )

Records a movie by stop motion (or frameby-frame) technique.

1 Select [ON] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

2 Press the MENU button to hide the

menu screen.

3 Press the REC START/STOP button.

Your camcorder records a movie for about 6 frames and returns to standby.

4 Move the subject and repeat step 3.

b Notes

• When you use frame recording continuously, the remaining tape time will not be indicated correctly.

• The last scene will be longer than other scenes.

• You cannot record index signals during frame recording.

• This function is automatically set to [OFF] when you turn the power off and back on.

SHOT TRANSITION

See page 46.

Using the Menu

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Press the MENU button t select the (CAMERA SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

S.TRANS/F.MARK

You can select a function to be assigned to the SHOT TRANSITION/FOCUS MARKING button.

B SHOT TRANSITION

Select to assign the shot transition function to the button.

FOCUS MARKING

Select to assign the focus marking function to the button.

x.v.Color

When you set this function to [ON], you can record with the wider color range. Your camcorder can reproduce brilliant and vivid colors for flowers and the beautiful bluegreen of tropical oceans that cannot be matched by conventional technologies.

b Notes

• The colors may not be well reproduced when you play back a movie recorded with this function set to [ON] on a TV that does not support x.v.Color.

• You cannot set [x.v.Color] in the following cases:

– When recording in SD (standard) format – When recording movies

• When you set [x.v.Color] to [ON], the picture profile will be disabled.

COLOR BAR

x ON/OFF

When you select [ON], you can display color bars on the screen or record them on a tape. This function helps you to adjust colors when you view movies recorded with your camcorder on a TV or a monitor. The default setting is [OFF].

b Notes

• This function is automatically set to [OFF] when you turn the power off and back on.

x TYPE

Selects a type of the color bars.

TYPE 1

TYPE 2

TYPE 3

TYPE 4 (75% brightness of TYPE 3)

x TONE

Outputs audio tone signals (1 kHz: full bit

-20 dB) when you set [TONE] to [ON]. The default setting is [OFF].

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FLANGE BACK

You can select a mode for the flange focal length adjustment. The flange focal length is a distance from the lens flange to the plane of the image along the optical axis. See page 10 for details.

B AUTO ADJUST

Automatically adjusts the flange focal length.

MANU ADJUST

Manually adjusts the flange focal length.

(AUDIO SET) menu

Settings for the audio recording (DV AU.MODE/XLR SET, etc.)

The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.

See page 63 for details on selecting menu items.

Press the MENU buttont select the

(AUDIO SET) with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

DV AU.MODE (DV Audio mode)

FS32K ( )

Records in the 12-bit mode (2 stereo sounds). Select this setting for the DVCAM/DV SP recording.

B FS48K ( )

Records in the 16-bit mode (1 stereo sound with high quality). Select this setting for the DVCAM/DV SP recording.

b Notes

• When recording in the HDV format, sound is automatically recorded in the [FS48K] mode.

AUDIO LIMIT

You can set the clipping-noise reduction function for CH1/CH2.

B OFF

Disables the function.

Enables the function.

b Notes

• This function is available only when you set the AUTO/MAN switch to MAN.

Using the Menu

XLR SET

x XLR AGC LINK

You can select either linked or separate AGC (Auto Gain Control) of CH1 and CH2 when using an external microphone.

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Press the MENU button t select the (AUDIO SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

B SEPARATE

Separately applies the AGC for CH1/CH2. Sound inputs from CH1/CH2 will be recorded as separate sound.

LINKED

Applies the AGC of CH1 linked with that of CH2. Sound inputs from CH1/CH2 will be recorded as a set of sound such as stereo sound. appears on the status check

screen.

b Notes

• This function is available when the CH1 and CH2 switches are set to AUTO and the INPUT1 and INPUT2 switches are both set to MIC or both set to LINE (p. 41).

x AU.MAN GAIN

You can select either linked or separate audio level control of CH1and CH2 when using an external microphone.

B SEPARATE

Separately controls the audio levels of CH1 and CH2. Sound inputs from CH1 and CH2 will be recorded as separate sound.

LINKED

Controls the audio level of CH1 linked with that of CH2. Sound inputs from CH1 and CH2 will be recorded as a set of sound such as stereo sound. appears on the status check screen.

b Notes

• This function is available when the CH1 and CH2 switches are set to MAN and the INPUT1 and INPUT2 switches are both set to MIC or both set to LINE (p. 41).

• When you select [LINKED], you can adjust the volume with the AUDIO LEVEL dial of CH1 (p. 41).

x INPUT1 MIC NR

Reduces noise from the microphone.

B ON

Reduces noise from the microphone.

appears on the status check screen.

OFF

Does not reduce noise from the microphone.

b Notes

• The setting is not effective when you set the INPUT1 switch to LINE.

x INPUT1 TRIM

Adjusts the input signal level from INPUT1. You can select from [-18dB], [-12dB], [-6dB], [0dB], [6dB] and [12dB]. The default setting is [0dB].

b Notes

• The setting is not effective when you set the INPUT1 switch to LINE.

x INPUT1 WIND

B OFF

Disables wind noise reduction.

Enables wind noise reduction.

appears on the status check screen.

b Notes

• The setting is not effective when you set the INPUT1 switch to LINE.

x INPUT2 MIC NR

x INPUT2 TRIM

x INPUT2 WIND

You can set INPUT2 in the same way as INPUT1.

z Tips

• 48 dBu is set as 0dB in your camcorder.

• Set [INPUT TRIM] to [0dB] for the supplied microphone (ECM-XM1).

• Set [INPUT TRIM] to [12dB] for the optional microphone (Sony ECM-NV1).

• The INPUT TRIM function adjusts the input level from an external microphone. When using a highly sensitive microphone or recording loud sound, set this to the minus side. When using a less sensitive microphone or recording quiet sound, set it to the plus side.

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• When recording loud sound, the sound may be distorted at either the input point or the recording point. If it is distorted at the input point, adjust the sound using the INPUT TRIM function. If it is distorted at the recording point, lower the total volume level manually.

• If you set INPUT TRIM too far to the minus side, the microphone volume becomes too low, resulting in a poor signal to noise ratio.

• Test the effect of the INPUT TRIM function according to the microphone used or the sound field of the recording site before actual recording.

AUDIO CH SEL

B CH1,CH2

Reproduces sound of CH1 and CH2 in respective channels.

CH1

Reproduces sound of CH1 in channels 1 and 2.

CH2

Reproduces sound of CH2 in channels 1 and 2.

z Tips

• When you select [CH1,CH2] and play back a tape on your camcorder, sound of CH1 + CH2 comes out of the speakers.

DV AUDIO MIX

You can monitor the sound dubbed from another device or recorded through 4channel microphone during playback. You can set how to output the sound.

B CH1,CH2

Outputs only the sound recorded in CH1 and CH2 during recording.

MIX

Outputs mixed sound of the sound recorded in CH1 and CH2 during recording and the sound dubbed in CH3 and CH4.

CH3,CH4

Outputs only the sound dubbed in CH3 and CH4.

Using the Menu

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(DISPLAY SET)

Display settings of the display and the viewfinder (MARKER/VF B.LIGHT/DISP OUTPUT, etc.)

The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.

See page 63 for details on selecting menu items.

Press the MENU button t select the

(DISPLAY SET) with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

B OFF

Does not display a histogram.

NORMAL

Displays a histogram.

ADVANCE

Displays a histogram, and a bar that indicates an average of the brightness levels around the center of an image (within the marker) on the histogram.

Average

ZEBRA

You can display a zebra pattern as a guide for adjusting brightness.

x ON/OFF

When you select [ON], and the brightness level appear on the screen. The zebra pattern will not be recorded on a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo.”

x LEVEL

You can select the brightness level between 70 and 100 or 100+.

z Tips

• The zebra pattern is a strip pattern displayed

over a part of an image on the screen when the part is higher than a preset brightness level.

HISTOGRAM

You can adjust the iris while referring to a histogram. A histogram is a graph that shows the distribution of the image brightness. You can use the histogram as a guide for adjusting the iris. The histogram will not be recorded on a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo.”

Pixels

BrighterDarker

Brightness

z Tips

• The left area on the graph shows the darker areas of the image while the right area shows the brighter areas.

• A vertical line that indicates the brightness level of [ZEBRA] will be displayed on the histogram when you set [ZEBRA] to [ON].

PEAKING

x ON/OFF

When you select [ON], you can display an image on the screen with its details enhanced. This function helps you to adjust the focus. The default setting is [OFF].

x LEVEL

You can select a peaking sensitivity from [HIGH], [MIDDLE] and [LOW]. The default setting is [MIDDLE].

b Notes

• You cannot record an image with enhanced details on a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo.”

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z Tips

• You can focus more easily using this function in combination with the expanded focus function (p. 29).

MARKER

x ON/OFF

When you select [ON], you can display markers. The default setting is [OFF]. Markers will not be recorded on a tape or “Memory Stick Duo.”

x CENTER

When you select [ON], you can display a marker at the center of the screen. The default setting is [ON].

x ASPECT

When you select [ON], you can display markers at boundaries of display area defined by the aspect ratio, which you can select from [4:3], [13:9] and [14:9]. The default setting is [OFF].

x SAFETY ZONE

When you select [ON], then [80%] or [90%], you can display markers at boundaries of display area that regular home TVs can display. The default setting is [OFF].

b Notes

• You cannot display markers on an external device connected to your camcorder via an analog jack.

• You cannot display markers when you set [DATE REC] to [ON].

z Tips

• You can display all types of markers at the same time.

• You can obtain a balanced composition by positioning the subject at the cross points of the guideframe marker.

• You can display markers only on the LCD panel and viewfinder. You cannot display them on an external device.

CAM LEVELING

When you set this function to [ON], you can display a level meter to check the level of your camcorder. The default setting is [OFF].

EXP.FOCUS TYPE

You can set a type of the expanded focus display.

B TYPE 1

Simply enlarges images.

TYPE 2

Enlarges and shows images in white and black.

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x GUIDEFRAME

When you select [ON], you can display frame markers that help you to check horizontal and vertical positions of a subject. The default setting is [OFF].

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Press the MENU button t select the (DISPLAY SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

CAM DATA DSP (Camera data display)

When you set this function to [ON], you can constantly display the iris, shutter speed and gain settings on the screen. The default setting is [OFF].

00:04:50:04

Shutter speed

z Tips

min

Iris value

Gain value

• The settings appear on the screen during the manual adjustment regardless of the settings of this function.

• indicates that the settings are automatically adjusted values.

• The displayed settings are different from the settings that will be displayed when you press the DATA CODE button (p. 53).

AU.LVL DISP (Audio level display)

When you set this function to [ON], you can display the audio level meter on the screen. The default setting is [ON].

Audio level meter

ZOOM DISPLAY

B BAR

Displays a bar that indicates the zoom position.

NUMBER

Displays a number (0 through 99) that indicates the zoom position.

FOCUS DISP

You can select how to display the focal distance during manual focus.

B METER

Displays the focal distance in meters.

FEET

Displays the focal distance in feet.

SHUTTER DISP

You can select how to display the shutter speed.

B SECOND

Displays the shutter speed in seconds.

DEGREE

Displays the shutter speed in degrees. The shutter speed equal to the period that

your camcorder reads image data from the image sensor is defined as 360 degrees. The degree is calculated based on this definition and displayed.

– When [SCAN TYPE] is set to [60], 1/60

second is defined as 360 degrees.

– When [SCAN TYPE] is set to [24] or [24A],

1/24 second is defined as 360 degrees.

– When [SCAN TYPE] is set to [30], 1/30

second is defined as 360 degrees.

For details on [SCAN TYPE], see [HDV PROGRE.] (p. 83) or [DV PROGRE.] (p. 84).

b Notes

• When you press the DATA CODE button, the shutter speed will be displayed in seconds regardless of the setting of this function.

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z Tips

• Shutter speed slower than 360° are displayed in multiples of 360°, such as 360° × 2.

LCD BRIGHT

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Changes in the LCD brightness will not affect the brightness of recording images.

z Tips

• You can also turn off the LCD backlight (p. 18).

LCD COLOR

You can adjust the color level of the LCD panel. Changes in the LCD color level will not affect the color level of recording images.

LCD BL LEVEL

You can adjust the backlight level of the LCD screen.

B NORMAL

Standard brightness.

BRIGHT

Brightens the LCD screen.

b Notes

• When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [LCD BL LEVEL] is automatically set to [BRIGHT].

• When you select [BRIGHT], the recordable time with the battery is slightly reduced.

VF B.LIGHT

You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.

B NORMAL

Standard brightness.

BRIGHT

Brightens the viewfinder screen.

b Notes

• When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting.

• When you select [BRIGHT], the recordable time with the battery is slightly reduced.

VF COLOR

B ON

Displays images in the viewfinder in color.

OFF

Displays images in the viewfinder in black and white.

VF POWERMODE

B AUTO

Turns on the viewfinder while you close the LCD panel or record in mirror mode.

Always turns on the viewfinder.

LETTER SIZE

B NORMAL

Displays the menu in regular letter size.

2×

Displays the selected menu items in letter size, the height of which is doubled.

REMAINING

B AUTO

Displays the remaining time of a tape for about 8 seconds in the following situation:

• When you set the POWER switch to VCR or CAMERA with a cassette inserted.

• When you press N (Play) or the DISPLAY/BATT INFO button.

Always displays the remaining time of a tape. The remaining time is not displayed when you insert a new tape or a tape that is

Using the Menu

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Press the MENU button t select the

(DISPLAY SET) with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

rewound to the beginning. It is displayed when you start playback or recording.

(IN/OUT REC)

Recording settings, input and output settings (REC FORMAT/HDV PROGRE./ VIDEO OUT/EXT REC CTRL, etc.)

DISP OUTPUT

You can select outputs to which display information, such as time code, is outputted.

B LCD PANEL

Outputs the information to the LCD screen and viewfinder.

V-OUT/PANEL

Outputs the information to the LCD screen and composite output.

ALL OUTPUT

Outputs the information to the LCD screen, HDMI output, component output and composite output.

The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.

See page 63 for details on selecting menu items.

Press the MENU buttont select the

(IN/OUT REC) with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

REC FORMAT

You can select a recording format.

B HDV1080i ( )

Records in the HDV1080i format.

DV ( )

Records in the DVCAM (DV) format. Set also [DV REC MODE] when you

record in this format.

b Notes

• Set also [i.LINK SET] when you output a movie to an external device through an i.LINK cable (p. 85).

VCR HDV/DV

You can select a type of output signal to an external device for playing back a movie on the device. Select [AUTO] in most cases. When you connect your camcorder to an external device with an i.LINK cable, select a type of input and output signals to and from the external device via the HDV/DV jack. You can record or play back a movie reproduced by the selected type of signals.

B AUTO

Automatically switches between HDV signals and DV signals during playback.

During the i.LINK connection, recognizes HDV signals and DVCAM (DV) signals, and automatically inputs or outputs the

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signals to or from the external device via the HDV/DV (i.LINK) jack for recording or playback.

HDV ( )

Plays back only HDV format sections of a tape.

During the i.LINK connection, inputs or outputs only HDV signals to or from an external device via the HDV/DV (i.LINK) jack for recording or playback. Select this setting when you connect your camcorder to your computer.

DV ()

Plays back only DVCAM (DV) format sections of a tape.

During the i.LINK connection, inputs or outputs only DVCAM (DV) signals to or from an external device via the HDV/ DV (i.LINK) jack for recording or playback. Select this setting when you connect your camcorder to your computer.

b Notes

• Make sure to disconnect the i.LINK cable prior to changing the setting. Otherwise, a video device may not recognize video signals.

• When you select [AUTO], images and sounds may be cut off on switching between HDV signals and DVCAM (DV) signals.

• When you set [i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV CONV] to [ON], the following signals will be outputted:

– [AUTO]: HDV signals are converted to

DVCAM (DV) signals and outputted. DVCAM (DV) signals are outputted without any conversion.

– [HDV]: HDV signals are converted to

DVCAM (DV) signals and outputted. DVCAM (DV) signals will not be outputted.

– [DV]: DVCAM (DV) signals are outputted

without any conversion. HDV signals will not be outputted.

HDV PROGRE.

x REC TYPE

You can select an HDV recording format from [INTERLACE] and [PROGRESSIVE].

x SCAN TYPE

You can select a scan type for recording in HDV format.

B 60

Records by the interlace scan.

Records 24 frames per second.

24A

Records 24 frames per second. The phase of the 60i conversion is reset

each time recording starts.

Records 30 frames per second.

b Notes

• Selectable [SCAN TYPE] settings differ depending on the setting of [REC TYPE].

– [INTERLACE]: [60], [24], [24A], [30] – [PROGRESSIVE]: [24], [30]

• You can only play back a tape recorded with the [REC TYPE] set to [PROGRESSIVE] on a device that supports playback of a tape recoded by progressive scanning.

• When recording in HDV format in [24A] mode, the time code does not progress correctly from scene to scene. When playing back those movies, a momentary pause will occur between scenes. In this case, you can copy the movies without the pause from your camcorder to a computer via an i.LINK cable and use them on the computer as normal movies.

• When [REC TYPE] is set to [PROGRESSIVE] and [SCAN TYPE] to [24], movies and time codes are recorded at 24 frames per second and indicators are displayed at 30 frames per second. When using the HDV/DV jack, the recorded signal is outputted at the following frame rate depending on the setting of (IN/OUT REC) menu t [i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV CONV]: [OFF]: 24 frames per second [ON]: 30 frames per second When using other jacks, the recorded signal is outputted at 30 frames per second.

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Press the MENU button t select the (IN/OUT REC) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

DV PROGRE.

x SCAN TYPE

You can select a scan type for recording in DVCAM/DV format.

B 60

Records by the interlace scan.

Records 24 frames per second.

Records 30 frames per second.

DV REC MODE (DV Recording mode)

This function is available only when you set [REC FORMAT] to [DV].

B DVCAM ( )

Records in the DVCAM format.

DV SP ( )

Records in the SP (Standard Play) mode of the DV format to record for a longer time than in the DVCAM format.

b Notes

• Mosaic-like disturbance or audio interruption may occur when you play back a movie recorded in the DV SP mode by another device.

• Image may be distorted or time code may not be properly connected between the scenes recorded in the DVCAM mode and DV SP mode.

DV WIDE REC

You can record a movie in an aspect ratio that matches that of a TV that you want to connect. Refer also to the instruction manuals that come with the TV.

B ON

Records a movie in an aspect ratio that matches the full screen of a 16:9 (wide) TV.

OFF ( )

Records a movie in an aspect ratio that matches the full screen of a 4:3 TV.

b Notes

• Set [DV WIDE CONV] correctly to suite a TV that you want to connect for playback (p. 83).

• The aspect ratio will be fixed to 16:9 and you cannot set it to 4:3 when you record in HDV format.

VIDEO OUT

x COMPONENT

You can select [480i] or [1080i/480i] depending on your TV when you connect your camcorder to a TV via a component cable.

480i

Supports connection between your camcorder and a TV with a component input jack that supports the 480i format.

B 1080i/480i

Supports connection between your camcorder and a TV with a component input jack that supports the 1080i format.

x DOWN CONVERT

You can select a down convert type when you down-covert HDV signal to DV signal. Use this function for signals outputting from the following output jacks:

– Component (480i) – S Video – Audio/Video

B SQUEEZE

Outputs a horizontally compressed image while maintaining its original height.

LETTER BOX

Outputs an image with black bars added to the top and bottom of the original image, while maintaining the original aspect ratio.

EDGE CROP

Outputs the central portion of the original image by cropping its right and left edges.

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b Notes

• When you view a movie recorded in the DVCAM (DV) format with [DV WIDE REC] set to [ON] on a standard 4:3 TV, images of the movie may appear vertically compressed. In such a case, set [DV WIDE CONV] to [LETTER BOX] or [EDGE CROP].

x DV WIDE CONV

You can select a down convert type when you down-covert DV widescreen signal to DV signal. Use this function for signals outputting from the following output jacks:

– Component (480i) – S Video – Audio/Video

B SQUEEZE

Outputs a horizontally compressed image while maintaining its original height.

LETTER BOX

Outputs an image with black bars added to the top and bottom of the original image, while maintaining the original aspect ratio.

EDGE CROP

Outputs the central portion of the original image by cropping its right and left edges.

i.LINK SET

x HDV t DV CONV

When you set this function to [ON], you can convert HDV format signals to DV format signals and output the DV format signals to an external device via the HDV/DV (i.LINK) jack. You can output DV format signals without any format conversion. The default setting is [OFF].

x DOWN CONVERT

You can set a down convert type when you set [HDV t DV CONV] to [ON] to convert HDV format signals to DV format signals.

B SQUEEZE

Outputs a horizontally compressed image while maintaining its original height.

EDGE CROP

Outputs the central portion of the original image by cropping its right and left edges.

b Notes

• For i.LINK connection, see [VCR HDV/DV] (p. 82).

• Disconnect the i.LINK cable before setting [i.LINK SET]. Otherwise, the connected video device may not be able to recognize the video signal from your camcorder.

EXT REC CTRL

You can connect your camcorder to an HDV/DVCAM/DV compatible device (digital HD video camera recorder, digital video camera recorder, hard disc recorder, etc.) with an i.LINK cable, and record movies on your camcorder and the connected device simultaneously, or continue recording from your camcorder to the connected device. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the connecting devices.

x REC CTL MODE

B OFF

Does not record on a connected device.

SYNCHRONOUS ( )

Records movies, sound and time code on a connected device in synchronization with your camcorder.

RELAY ( )

Records movies, sound and time code on a connected device when a tape on your camcorder reaches close to the end during recording.

EXT ONLY ( )

You can operate an external recording unit* with the REC START/STOP button of your camcorder.

*HVR-MRC1(supplied) or HVR-DR60 (optional)

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Press the MENU button t select the

(IN/OUT REC) with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

(TC/UB SET) menu

(TC PRESET/UB PRESET/TC LINK, etc.)

b Notes

• When this function is set to [EXT ONLY], does not flash even when there is no tape inserted.

• You can use the REC START/STOP button of your camcorder as a recording start/stop button for the external recording unit when you set this function to [EXT ONLY]. Use the REC button of the video control buttons (p. 134) to start recording on a tape or the STOP button to stop recording.

• (EXT ONLY) flashes when you connect an external recording unit that is not supported by [EXT ONLY].

x STBY COMMAND

B REC PAUSE

Stops recording operation of a connected device by putting it in pause when you stop recording operation of your camcorder.

STOP

Stops recording operation of a connected device when you stop recording operation of your camcorder.

The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.

See page 63 for details on selecting menu items.

Press the MENU button t select the (TC/UB SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

TC PRESET

x PRESET

You can preset the time code.

1 Select [TC PRESET] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

2 Select [PRESET] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

3 Select the first 2 digits with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial. You can set the time code between 00:00:00:00 and 23:59:59:29.

4 Set other digits by repeating step 3. 5 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC

dial.

x RESET

You can reset the time code (00:00:00:00). Select [RESET] in step 1 of the [PRESET].

TC COUNTUP

You can increment the hour of time code by 1 and reset the minute, second and frame of time code when you execute this function.

b Notes

• This function is available only when you set [TC MAKE] to [PRESET].

UB PRESET

x PRESET

You can preset the user bit.

1 Select [UB PRESET] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

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2 Select [PRESET] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

3 Select the first 2 digits with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

4 Set other digits by repeating step 3. 5 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC

dial.

x RESET

You can reset the user bit (00 00 00 00). Select [RESET] in step 1 of the [PRESET].

TC FORMAT

You can select the frame mode.

B AUTO

Sets the frame mode automatically in accordance with the inserted cassette.

Sets the frame mode to the drop frame mode.

NDF

Sets the frame mode to the non-drop frame mode.

What is drop frame? Although 30 frames are considered as 1 second in time code processing, the actual frame frequency of an NTSC image signal is 29.97 frames/sec. As a result, the time code gradually lags behind real time as the recording gets longer. The drop frame function adjusts the time code to real time. In the drop frame process, the first 2 frames of each second are not recorded except in every tenth minute. Recording without the drop frame process is called non-drop frame recording.

TC RUN

You can select how the time code advances.

B REC RUN

Advances the time code only during recording.

Select this setting to record the time code continuous from the last time code of the previous recording.

FREE RUN

Advances the time code regardless of operation of your camcorder.

Select this setting to save the actual time in the time code.

TC MAKE

B REGENERATE

Reads the last time code of the previous recording from the tape and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code during the backspace editing.

The time code runs in [REC RUN] mode regardless of the setting of [TC RUN].

PRESET

Records the newly set time code on the tape.

TC LINK

You can synchronize the time codes of multiple camcorders. This function is useful for editing movies recorded by multiple camcorders.

1 Insert a tape to the main camcorder from

which you want to generate the time code.

2 Set the POWER switches of the main and

sub camcorders to CAMERA.

3 Connect the sub camcorder to the main

camcorder with an i.LINK cable.

4 Set the main and sub camcorder as follows:

• Set [TC RUN] to [FREE RUN] (p. 87).

• Set [TC MAKE] to [PRESET] (p. 87).

• Set [TC FORMAT] of the main and sub

camcorders to the same settings (p. 87).

Set the sub camcorders as follows:

5 Select [TC/UB SET] t [TC LINK] with

the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The message [Synchronize TC with connected device?] appears.

6 Select [YES] to synchronize the time code

of the sub camcorder with that of the main camcorder. Disconnect the i.LINK cable

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Press the MENU button t select the (TC/UB SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

from your camcorders when synchronization is completed. You can record with the synchronized time codes using those camcorders.

b Notes

• If you want to execute [TC LINK] for more than two camcorders, repeat the steps for multiple sub camcorders with one main camcorder.

• Some frame shifting may occur over time after time code synchronization.

• Some frame shifting may occur if you turn the power off and back on. In such a case, set [TC LINK] again.

UB TIME REC

B OFF

Does not save the actual time in the user bit code.

Saves the actual time in the user bit code.

UB-DATE/TC-TIME

You can save the date and time set in your camcorder in the user bit and time code, respectively, when you do this function.

b Notes

• This function is available in the following cases: – [TC MAKE] : [PRESET] – [TC RUN] : [FREE RUN] – [UB TIME REC] : [OFF]

• The time lag may occur between the set time code and the actual time as time goes on. Do [UB-DATE/TC-TIME] again prior to recording.

• The date saved in the user bit will not be automatically updated even when the actual date has been changed.

(MEMORY SET)

Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo” (ALL ERASE/FORMAT, etc.)

The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.

See page 63 for details on selecting menu items.

Press the MENU button t select the

(MEMORY SET) with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

ALL ERASE

You can delete all the still images without image protection on a “Memory Stick Duo” or in the selected folder.

1 Select [ALL FILES] or [CURRENT

FLDR]. [ALL FILES]: Deletes all the images on

the “Memory Stick Duo.” [CURRENT FLDR]: Deletes all the

images in the currently selected folder.

2 Select [YES] t [YES] with the SEL/

PUSH EXEC dial.

Erasing all data...] appears.

[ [Completed.] appears when all unprotected images are deleted.

b Notes

• Release the write protect tab on the “Memory Stick Duo” beforehand for the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab (p. 118).

• The folder will not be deleted even when you delete all the images in the folder.

• Do not do any of the following while [ Erasing all data...] is displayed:

– Operate the POWER switch/buttons. – Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”

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FORMAT

You do not need to format the “Memory Stick Duo” since it is already formatted at the factory. If you want to format the

“Memory Stick Duo,” select

t[YES].

[YES]

b Notes

• Do not do any of the following while [ Formatting…] is displayed:

– Operate the POWER switch/buttons. – Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”

• Formatting erases everything on the “Memory Stick Duo” including protected image data and newly created folders.

FILE NO.

B SERIES

Assigns file numbers in sequence even if the “Memory Stick Duo” is replaced with another one. The file number is reset when a new folder is created or the recording folder is replaced with another.

RESET

Resets the file number to 0001 each time the “Memory Stick Duo” is changed.

NEW FOLDER

When you select [YES], you can create a new folder (102MSDCF to 999MSDCF) on a “Memory Stick Duo.” When a folder is full (a maximum of 9,999 images are stored), a new folder is automatically created.

b Notes

• You cannot delete the new folder once you have created it on your camcorder. Format the “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 89) or delete it on your computer.

• The number of recordable pictures on a “Memory Stick Duo” may decrease as the number of folders increases.

REC FOLDER (Recording folder)

You can select a folder in which you want to store still images. Select the folder with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

z Tips

• The still images will be stored in the 101MSDCF folder by default.

• Once you store the still images in the current folder, the folder is selected as a playback folder.

PB FOLDER (Playback folder)

You can select a folder in which still images you want to view are stored. Select the folder with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

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(OTHERS) menu

Settings while recording on a tape or other basic settings (QUICK REC/BEEP, etc.)

The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.

See page 63 for details on selecting menu items.

Press the MENU button t select the

(OTHERS) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC

dial.

CAMERA PROF. (Camera profile)

You can save up to 99 camera setting profiles on a profiles in your camcorder. Using these saved profiles let you quickly obtain suitable camera settings later. When using multiple camcorders of this model, you can save the setting on a and load them into the other camcorders.

z Tips

• You can save menu settings, picture profiles and button settings as a camera profile.

x To load a camera profile

You can load a camera profile and use it on your camcorder.

1 Select [LOAD] with SEL/PUSH EXEC

2 Select the camera profile that you want

3 Select [YES] in the check screen.

b Notes

• You cannot load camera profile that has been saved by a different model of camcorder or edited on a computer.

x To save a camera profile

1 Select [SAVE] with the SEL/PUSH

2 Select [MEMORY STICK] with the

“Memory Stick Duo” and two

“Memory Stick Duo”

dial.

to load with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

Your camcorder is restarted and the selected camera profile becomes effective.

EXEC dial.

SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to save the camera profile on the “Memory Stick

Duo” or [CAMERA] to save it in your camcorder.

3 Select [

4 Select [YES] in the check screen with

z Tips

• When you select [NEW FILE] in [MEMORY STICK], a camera profile is saved as [MS01] the fist time you save a camera profile.

• When you select [NEW FILE] in [CAMERA], a camera profile is saved as [CAM1] or [CAM2].

• When you select an existing camera profile, the new camera profile is overwritten.

• You cannot view nor edit a camera profile saved on a “Memory Stick Duo” on your computer.

• You can save a camera profile on a “Memory Stick Duo” that has still image data.

NEW FILE] or an existing

profile name with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The camera profile is saved.

x To change the camera profile name

You can change the camera profile name.

1 Select [PROFILE NAME] with the

SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

2 Select the camera profile of which you

want to change the name with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. [PROFILE NAME] screen appears.

3 Change the profile name with the SEL/

PUSH EXEC dial.

z Tips

• You can enter the name in the same way as the picture profile (p. 41).

4 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial. Profile name is changed.

x To delete camera profile settings

1 Select [DELETE] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

2 Select the camera profile you want to

delete with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

3 Select [YES] on the check screen.

x To copy a camera profile

You can copy camera profile saved on your camcorder to a “Memory Stick Duo.”

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1 Select [COPY] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial.

2 Select the camera profile that you want

to copy with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

3 Select [MEMORY STICK] or

[CAMERA] for a “Memory Stick Duo” or your camcorder as a copy destination of the camera profile.

4 Select [NEW FILE] or an existing

profile name with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

5 Select [YES] on the check screen.

z Tips

• You can copy a camera profile saved on a “Memory Stick Duo” to your camcorder.

ASSIGN BTN

See page 43.

CLOCK SET

See page 20.

WORLD TIME

When you use your camcorder abroad, you can adjust the clock to the local time by setting the time difference with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. When you set the time difference to 0, the clock returns to the original setting.

LANGUAGE

You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen.

z Tips

• Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]] (simplified English) in case that you cannot find your native tongue among the options.

PB ZOOM (Playback zoom)

When you set this function to [ON], you can enlarge movie images about 1.1 to 5 times (still images about 1.5 to 5 times) with the handle zoom lever. The default setting is [OFF]. To end the zoom, press and hold the W side of the handle zoom lever until it stops.

z Tips

• To move the zoom horizontally, press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial, then turn the dial. To move the zoom vertically, press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial one more time, then turn the dial.

QUICK REC

You can slightly reduce the recording start point time when resuming recording by changing the POWER switch from OFF to CAMERA.

B OFF

It takes some time to restart recording from the state that the drum has stopped rotating, but the transition from the last recorded scene is smooth.

ON ( )

The time shortens slightly until recording restarts from the state that the drum has stopped rotating, but the transition from the last recorded scene may not be smooth.

Select this when you do not want to miss a recording chance.

z Tips

• When this function is set to [ON], the interval between scenes freezes for a moment (editing on your computer is recommended).

• When the camcorder is left in standby for more than about 3 minutes, your camcorder exits from standby (the drum stops rotating) to prevent tape wear and battery loss. Since the power does not turn off, you can restart recording by pressing the REC START/STOP button again.

Using the Menu

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Press the MENU button t select the (OTHERS) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

DATE REC

B OFF

Does not superimpose the date and time on images.

Superimposes the date and time on images.

z Tips

• When [DV WIDE REC] is set to [OFF], the date and time are displayed outside the 4:3 area but properly recorded on images.

• When you record in the HDV format, the date and time are displayed at different positions during recording and playback.

BEEP

B OFF

Cancels the melody.

Activates a melody when you start/stop recording.

REC LAMP[F] (Recording lamp [front])

When you set this function to [OFF], you can turns off the front camera recording lamp during recording. The default setting is [ON].

REC LAMP[R] (Recording lamp [rear])

When you set this function to [OFF], you can turns off the rear camera recording lamp during recording. The default setting is [ON].

REMOTE CTRL (Remote control)

When you set this function to [ON], you can use the supplied Remote Commander (p. 135). The default setting is [ON].

z Tips

• Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from responding to a command sent by another VCR remote control unit.

HOURS METER

You can display the cumulative operation time of your camcorder with the total hours of operation, drum rotation, tape running, or the total number of tape unthreading operations.

OPERATION

Displays the total hours of operation in 10hour increments.

DRUM RUN

Displays the total hours of drum rotation in 10-hour increments.

TAPE RUN

Displays the total hours of tape running in 10-hour increments.

THREADING

Displays the total number of tape unthreading operation in 10-operation increments.

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Dubbing/Editing

Dubbing to VCR, DVD/HDD device, etc.

Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 14). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.

Connecting to external devices

The connection method and the image quality will differ depending on the VCR, DVD/HDD device and the connectors used.

Jacks on your camcorder

Open the jack cover and connect the cable.

HDV/DV

COMPONENT

OUT

: Signal flow

Camcorder Cable External device

i.LINK cable (optional)

HDV1080i compatible device t HD quality*

Dubbing/Editing

• i.LINK jack which is compatible with HDV1080i specification is required on the external device.

AV device with i.LINK jack

i.LINK cable (optional)

A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional)

t SD quality*

AV device with S VIDEO jack t SD quality*

(White) (Red)

(Yellow)

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Dubbing to VCR, DVD/HDD device, etc. (Continued)

: Signal flow

Camcorder Cable External device

A/V connecting cable (supplied)

(Yellow) (White) (Red)

Pictures recorded in the DVCAM (DV) format are dubbed in the SD (standard definition) quality,

regardless of the connection.

When connecting your camcorder 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

• You cannot dub pictures using the HDMI cable.

Using an i.LINK cable (optional)

The dubbed format (HDV/DV) differs depending on the recording format or the format supported by the VCR/DVD device. See the table below for selecting the appropriate settings, and perform necessary menu setting.

b Notes

• Disconnect the i.LINK cable before changing these menu settings, otherwise the VCR/DVD device may not correctly identify the video signal.

z Tips

• This camcorder has a 6-pin i.LINK terminal. Select a cable that fits the terminal on the device to be connected.

AV device with audio/video

jacks* t SD quality*

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Format supported by the

Camcorder

Copy format

recording format

Copy HDV recording as HDV

Convert HDV recording to DVCAM (DV)

Copy DVCAM (DV) recording as DVCAM

DVCAM

(DV)

When tape is recorded in both HDV and DVCAM (DV) format

Convert both HDV and DVCAM (DV) format to

HDV/

DVCAM

DVCAM (DV)

Copy only portions recorded in HDV format

DVCAM

Copy only portions recorded in DVCAM (DV) format

*1Recording device compliant with the HDV1080i specification.

The tape advances, but no video or sound is recorded (blank).

Picture is not recognized (no recording is made).

DVCAM

VCR/DVD device

HDV

format*

HDV HDV –*

HDV

DVCAM

(DV)

DVCAM

(DV)

DVCAM

(DV)

HDV HDV –*

(DV)

HDV –*

–*

DVCAM

(DV)

DVCAM

(DV)

format

DVCAM

(DV)

DVCAM

(DV)

DVCAM

(DV)

–*

DVCAM

(DV)

Menu setting

[VCR HDV/DV] (p. 82)

[i.LINK SET] (p. 85)

[AUTO]

[AUTO] [ON]

[HDV] [OFF]

[DV] [OFF]

[OFF]

[ON]

[OFF]

b Notes

• When [VCR HDV/DV] is set to [AUTO], and the signal switches between HDV and DVCAM (DV) formats, the picture and sound are interrupted temporarily.

• When the recorder is HVR-Z7U/Z7N, set [VCR HDV/DV] to [AUTO] (p. 82).

• When the player and the recorder are both HDV1080i compatible devices such as HVR-Z7U/Z7N and connected with the i.LINK cable, after pausing or stopping and then resuming the recording, the images will be a bit choppy or rough at that point.

• Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] (the default setting) when connecting with an A/V connecting cable (p. 82).

Dubbing/Editing

When connecting with the A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional)

Connect with S VIDEO jack instead of the video plug (yellow). This connection produces pictures more faithfully. This connection produces higher quality DVCAM (DV) format pictures. The audio will not be output when you connect with the S VIDEO cable alone.

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Dubbing to VCR, DVD/HDD device, etc. (Continued)

Dubbing to another device

1 Prepare your camcorder for

playback.

Insert the recorded cassette. Slide the POWER switch to VCR.

Set [DOWN CONVERT] according to the playback device (TV, etc.) (p. 84).

2 Prepare your VCR/DVD device for

recording.

When dubbing to the VCR, insert a cassette for recording. When dubbing to the DVD recorder, insert a DVD for recording.

If your recording device has an input selector, set it to the appropriate input (such as video input1 and video input2).

3 Connect your VCR/DVD device to

your camcorder as a recording device.

See page 93 for connection details.

4 Start playback on the camcorder,

and recording on the VCR/DVD device.

Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your recording device for details.

b Notes

• The following cannot be output via the HDV/ DV interface (i.LINK):

– Indicators – Titles that are recorded on other camcorders

• Pictures recorded in the HDV format are not output from the HDV/DV interface (i.LINK) jack during playback pause or in any playback mode other than normal playback.

• Note the following when connecting with an i.LINK cable:

– The recorded picture becomes rough when a

picture is paused on your camcorder while recording to a VCR/DVD device.

– Data codes (date/time/camera settings data)

may not be displayed or recorded depending on the device or application.

– You cannot record the picture and sound

separately.

• When dubbing to a DVD recorder from your camcorder through an i.LINK cable, you may not operate your camcorder on your DVD recorder even if its instruction manual says you can. If you can set the input mode to HDV or DV on your DVD recorder and can input/output pictures, follow the steps in “Dubbing to another device.”

z Tips

• To record the date/time and camera settings data when connected by the A/V connecting cable, display them on the screen.

• When you use an i.LINK cable, the video and sound signals are transmitted digitally, producing high quality pictures.

• When an i.LINK cable is connected, the format of the output signal ( or

) will be indicated on the LCD screen of

your camcorder.

5 When dubbing is complete, stop

your camcorder and the VCR/DVD device.

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Recording pictures from a VCR

You can record pictures from a VCR on a tape. You can record a scene as a still image on a “Memory Stick Duo.” You can record pictures in the HDV format by connecting an HDV1080i specification compatible device. Be sure to insert a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” for recording in your camcorder beforehand. You can connect your camcorder to a VCR device using an i.LINK cable. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor/Charger for this operation (p. 14). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.

b Notes

• You need an i.LINK cable for this operation.

• You cannot perform this operation with the A/V connecting cable.

• Your camcorder has a 6-pin i.LINK terminal. Select a cable that fits the terminal on the device to be attached.

• Your camcorder can only record from an NTSC source. For example, French video or TV programs (SECAM) cannot be recorded correctly. See page 120 for details on TV color systems.

HDV1080i compatible device

t HD quality t SD quality

To i.LINK connector

: Signal flow

* An i.LINK jack which is compatible with

HDV1080i specification is required.

AV device with i.LINK jack

i.LINK cable (optional)

To HDV/DV interface (i.LINK)

HDV/DV

Recording movies

Dubbing/Editing

1 Set the POWER switch to VCR.

2 Set the input signal of your

camcorder.

Set [VCR HDV/DV] to [AUTO] when recording from an HDV format compatible device.

Set [VCR HDV/DV] to [DV] or [AUTO] when recording from a DVCAM (DV) format compatible device (p. 82).

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Recording pictures from a VCR (Continued)

b Notes

3 Connect your VCR as a player to

your camcorder.

When an i.LINK cable is connected, the format of the input signal (

or ) will be indicated on the LCD screen of your camcorder (This indicator may appear on the screen of the playback device but it will not be recorded).

4 Insert a cassette into the VCR.

5 Set your camcorder to recording

pause.

While pressing X (PAUSE), press both z REC (record) buttons

simultaneously.

• You cannot record TV programs from the HDV/DV interface (i.LINK).

• User bits are not recorded when dubbing from a DVCAM (DV) device via an i.LINK cable.

• You can record pictures from DV devices only in the DVCAM (DV) format.

• Note the following when connecting with an i.LINK cable:

– The recorded picture becomes rough when a

– You cannot record the picture and sound

– If you pause or stop the recording and restart

• If video signals inputted to your camcorder via the HDV/DV jack experience the phenomenon of jittering (variation in frequency), that jittering is transmitted to the video signals outputted from the COM PONENT OUT jack and A/V OUT jack. When you monitor a movie on a TV connected to your camcorder via the COMPONENT OUT jack or A/V OUT jack, images may be distorted or not be displayed. Jittering will not affect recording of the movie on a tape with your camcorder but may affect recording of the movie with another VCR connected to your camcorder via the COMPONENT OUT jack or A/V OUT jack.

z Tips

• When a 4:3 video signal is input, it appears with black bands on the right and left sides on the screen of your camcorder.

picture is paused on your camcorder while recording to a VCR.

separately.

it, the picture may not be recorded smoothly.

6 Start playing the cassette on your

VCR.

The picture played on the VCR appears on the LCD screen of your camcorder.

7 Press X (PAUSE) again at the

point you want to start recording.

8 Press x (STOP) to stop

recording.

Recording still images

Be sure to insert a “Memory Stick Duo” for recording in your camcorder beforehand, and assign [PHOTO] to any of ASSIGN buttons (p. 43).

1 Perform steps 1 to 4 in

“Recording movies.”

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2 Start playing the cassette.

The pictures on the VCR appear on the screen of your camcorder.

3 Press the ASSIGN button to

which [PHOTO] is assinged or the PHOTO button on the remote commander at the scene you want to record.

b Notes

• The image size is 1.2M when capturing a still image from a movie recorded and played back in the HDV format. The image size is 0.2M when capturing a still image from a movie recorded and played back in the DVCAM (DV) and widescreen (16:9) formats, or VGA (0.3M) when the movie is recorded and played back in the DVCAM (DV) and 4:3 formats.

Copying movies on a tape to a computer

Connect your camcorder to the computer with an i.LINK cable. The computer needs to have an i.LINK connector and be installed with editing software that can copy video signals. The software required depends on the format of the recorded pictures and the format for copying to the computer (HDV or DVCAM (DV)) as shown in the table below.

Recorded format

DVCAM

b Notes

• The HDV/DV jack of your camcorder does not have a power-supply function.

• You cannot copy movies using a USB cable.

• Refer to the operating instructions of the software for the details on image copying.

• Refer to the operating instructions of the editing software for the recommended connection.

• Some editing software on the computer may not work correctly.

• You cannot change format DVCAM (DV) to HDV.

Format for copying to the computer

HDV HDV

HDV

(DV)

DVCAM

(DV)

DVCAM

(DV)

Required software

Editing software capable of copying HDV signal

Editing software capable of copying DVCAM (DV) signal

Dubbing/Editing

The required menu settings vary depending on the recorded images and the format (HDV or DVCAM (DV)) to be copied to the computer.

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Copying movies on a tape to a computer (Continued)

Recorded format

Format for copying to the computer

Menu setting*

[VCR HDV/DV] t [HDV]

HDV HDV

[i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV CONV] t [OFF]

[VCR HDV/DV]

HDV

DVCAM

(DV)

t [HDV] [i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV CONV] t [ON]

[VCR HDV/DV]

DVCAM

(DV)

DVCAM

(DV)

t [DV] [i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV CONV] t [OFF]

* See page 63 for menu settings.

z Tips

• To copy HDV format images as they are without changing their format, an HDV compatible environment is required. For details, refer to your software instruction manual or contact the software manufacturer.

• To play movies by a regular DVD player, you need to create DVD video in the SD format. The DVD video is not in the HDV format.

Step:1 Connect an i.LINK cable

HDV/DV interface

(i.LINK)

HDV/DV

i.LINK cable (optional)

Notes on connecting to the computer

• Connect the i.LINK cable to the computer first, then to your camcorder. Connecting in the opposite order may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a malfunction of your camcorder.

• The computer may freeze or may not recognize the signal from your camcorder in the following situations.

– Connecting your camcorder to a computer

that does not support the video signal formats appearing on the LCD screen of your camcorder display (HDV or DVCAM (DV)).

– Changing [VCR HDV/DV] (p. 82) and

[i.LINK SET] (p. 85) settings while connected with an i.LINK cable.

– Changing [REC FORMAT] setting while

connected with an i.LINK cable with the POWER switch set to CAMERA (p. 82).

– Changing the POWER switch position while

connected with an i.LINK cable.

• The format (HDV or DVCAM (DV)) of input/ output signal appears on the LCD screen of your camcorder while connected with an i.LINK cable.

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