Sony Handycam HDR HC1E User Manual
2-631-478-12 (1)  
Enjoying pictures with  
high definition quality  
8
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder  
Getting Started  
10  
Recording/  
Playback  
22  
Operating Guide  
Using the Menu  
Dubbing/Editing  
38  
62  
72  
80  
HDR-HC1E  
Using a Computer  
Troubleshooting  
Additional Information  
Quick Reference  
99  
112  
http://www.sony.net/  
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vegetable oil based ink.  
© 2005 Sony Corporation  
Printed in Japan  
Read this first  
Before operating the unit, please read this  
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future  
reference.  
Disposal of Old Electrical  
& Electronic Equipment  
(Applicable in the  
European Union and  
other European countries  
with separate collection  
systems)  
WARNING  
To prevent fire or shock hazard,  
do not expose the unit to rain or  
moisture.  
This symbol on the product or on its packaging  
indicates that this product shall not be treated as  
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over  
to the applicable collection point for the recycling  
of electrical and electronic equipment. By  
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you  
will help prevent potential negative consequences  
for the environment and human health, which  
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate  
waste handling of this product. The recycling of  
materials will help to conserve natural resources.  
For more detailed information about recycling of  
this product, please contact your local city office,  
your household waste disposal service or the shop  
where you purchased the product.  
Applicable Accessories: “Memory Stick Duo”  
and Remote Commander  
FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE  
UNITED KINGDOM  
NOTICE ON THE SUPPLIED AC  
ADAPTOR  
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is  
fitted to this equipment for your safety and  
convenience.  
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be  
replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied  
one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362  
(i.e., marked with  
or  
mark) must be used.  
“Memory Stick”  
N50  
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a  
detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse  
cover after you change the fuse. Never use the  
plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose  
the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony  
service station.  
Notes on use  
FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE  
ATTENTION  
The electromagnetic fields at the specific  
frequencies may influence the picture and sound  
of this camcorder.  
This product has been tested and found compliant  
with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for  
using connection cables shorter than 3 meters  
(9.8 feet).  
On the types of cassette you can use  
in your camcorder  
• You can use mini DV cassettes marked  
with  
. Mini DV cassettes with  
Cassette Memory are incompatible (p.  
100).  
On the types of “Memory Stick” you  
can use in your camcorder  
• There are two sizes of “Memory  
Stick.” You can use “Memory Stick  
Notice  
Duo” marked with  
or  
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes  
data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart  
the application or disconnect and connect the  
communication cable (USB, etc.) again.  
(p. 102).  
2
“Memory Stick Duo”  
(Size used with this unit)  
“Memory Stick”  
(You cannot use it in your camcorder.)  
Flash  
Battery pack  
• The camcorder is not dustproofed,  
dripproofed or waterproofed.  
See “Maintenance and precautions” (p.  
106).  
• Before connecting your camcorder to  
another device with a component video  
cable, USB or i.LINK cable, be sure to  
insert the connector plug in the proper  
direction. If you insert the connector  
plug forcibly in the wrong direction, the  
terminal may be damaged, or this may  
cause a malfunction of your camcorder.  
• You cannot use any type of memory card  
except “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• “Memory Stick PRO” and “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” can be used only  
with “Memory Stick PRO” compatible  
equipment.  
When using a “Memory Stick Duo”  
with “Memory Stick” compatible  
equipment  
Be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo”  
into the supplied Memory Stick Duo  
Adaptor.  
On the 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 high-  
precision technology, so over 99.99% of  
the pixels are operational for effective  
use. However, there may be some tiny  
black points and/or bright points (white,  
red, blue, or green in color) that appear  
constantly on the LCD screen and the  
viewfinder. These points are normal  
results of the manufacturing process and  
do not affect the recording in any way.  
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor  
On using the camcorder  
• Do not hold the camcorder by the  
following parts.  
LCD panel  
Viewfinder  
Black point  
White, red, blue  
or green point  
• Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder,  
or the lens to direct sunlight for long  
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periods of time may cause malfunctions.  
• Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might  
cause your camcorder to malfunction.  
Take pictures of the sun only in low light  
conditions, such as at dusk.  
• 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. 17).  
On recording  
About the Carl Zeiss lens  
• Before starting to record, test the  
recording function to make sure the  
picture and sound are recorded without  
any problems.  
• Compensation for the contents of  
recordings cannot be provided, even if  
recording or playback is not possible  
due to a malfunction of the camcorder,  
storage media, etc.  
• TV color systems differ depending on  
the countries/regions. To view your  
recordings on a TV, you need a PAL  
system-based TV.  
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.  
• Television programs, films, video tapes,  
and other materials may be copyrighted.  
Unauthorized recording of such materials  
may be contrary to the copyright laws.  
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. The  
screen appears blue.  
Check the contents of tapes by playing  
them back on this camcorder prior to  
playing them back on other devices.  
On 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.  
• Design and specifications of recording  
media and accessories are subject to  
change without notice.  
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Note on the icons used in this manual  
: Features available for the HDV  
format only.  
Table of Contents  
: Features available for the DV format only.  
Read this first ............................................................................................2  
Enjoying pictures with high definition quality  
Trying out the new HDV format!.................................................................8  
Viewing video recorded in the HDV format!...............................................9  
Getting Started  
Step 1: Checking supplied items .............................................................10  
Step 2: Charging the battery pack...........................................................11  
Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ...........14  
Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder .....................................16  
Step 5: Using the touch panel .................................................................17  
Changing the language setting .....................................................................17  
Checking the screen indicators (Display guide) ...........................................17  
Step 6: Setting the date and time ............................................................18  
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo”....................................19  
Recording/Playback  
Recording................................................................................................22  
Playback..................................................................................................23  
Functions used for recording/playback, etc.............................................24  
Recording  
To use zoom  
To fix the brightness of the picture manually (exposure)  
To record in dark places (NightShot)  
To make the subject stand out clearer (TELE MACRO)  
To use the AUTO LOCK switch  
To adjust the focus manually  
To enlarge and focus on the image (Expanded focus)  
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects  
To record in mirror mode  
To use the flash  
To use a tripod  
Playback  
To use PB zoom  
To adjust the movie volume  
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Recording/playback  
To check the remaining battery (Battery Info)  
To turn off the operation confirmation beep  
To initialize the settings  
Other part names and functions  
Indicators displayed during recording/playback.......................................28  
Searching for the starting point ...............................................................31  
Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording (END SEARCH)...................... 31  
Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review).........................31  
Remote Commander...............................................................................32  
Searching quickly for a desired scene (Zero set memory)............................32  
Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search) ...........................33  
Connecting to a TV for viewing................................................................34  
Using the Menu  
Using the menu items............................................................38  
Menu items..............................................................................................40  
CAMERA SET menu..........................................................................42  
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions  
(SPOT METER/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.)  
MEMORY SET menu.........................................................................47  
Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo”(BURST/QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE/ALL  
ERASE/NEW FOLDER, etc.)  
PICT.APPLI. menu............................................................................50  
Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/playback  
(SLIDE SHOW/PICT. EFFECT, etc.)  
EDIT/PLAY menu.............................................................................53  
Settings for editing or playing back in various modes (VAR.SPD PB/END  
SEARCH, etc.)  
STANDARD SET menu ....................................................................54  
Settings while recording on a tape or other basic settings (REC MODE/  
MULTI-SOUND/LCD/VF SET/DISP OUTPUT, etc.)  
TIME/LANGU. menu.........................................................................59  
(CLOCK SET/WORLD TIME/LANGUAGE)  
Customizing Personal Menu....................................................................60  
Dubbing/Editing  
Dubbing to another device such as a VCR, DVD recorder, etc................62  
Recording pictures from a VCR...............................................................65  
Dubbing pictures from a tape to a “Memory Stick Duo”...........................67  
Deleting recorded pictures from the “Memory Stick Duo”........................67  
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Marking images on the “Memory Stick Duo” with specific information  
(Image protection/Print mark)........................................................68  
Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer).........................69  
Jacks to connect external devices...........................................................70  
Using a computer  
Connecting to a computer .......................................................................72  
Copying still images to a computer .........................................................72  
Copying movies on a tape to the computer ............................................75  
Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”) ..................................77  
Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................80  
Warning indicators and messages ..........................................................95  
Additional Information  
Using your camcorder abroad.................................................................99  
HDV format and recording/playback......................................................100  
About the “Memory Stick”......................................................................102  
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack...................................................104  
About i.LINK ..........................................................................................105  
Maintenance and precautions ...............................................................106  
Specifications ........................................................................................109  
Quick Reference  
Identifying parts and controls ................................................................112  
Index .....................................................................................................115  
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Enjoying pictures with high definition quality  
Trying out the new HDV format!  
Shooting in the HDV format  
High image quality  
The HDV format has about two times the horizontal resolution of a standard TV  
resulting in about four times the amount of pixels providing high quality images.  
Being HDV format compliant, your camcorder is ready to shoot crystal clear,  
high-definition images.  
What is the HDV format?  
The HDV format is a new video format for shooting and playing back high definition  
images on popular DV standard cassette tapes.  
• Your camcorder adopts the HDV1080i  
specification, which utilizes 1080  
effective scanning lines, within the  
HDV standards, and records pictures at the  
1080 effective  
scanning lines  
image bit rate of about 25 Mbps.  
• These operating instructions refer to the HDV1080i format as HDV format unless there is a  
need to specify.  
Why shooting in the HDV format?  
Moving to digital video, like the rest of the world, will enable you to capture  
important moments in your life using the HDV format and the high quality images  
will allow you to relive them.  
Your camcorder’s down convert function converts pictures in HDV format to  
pictures in SD (standard definition) quality for viewing on previous wide TV formats  
and 4:3 aspect ratio TV when high definition TV sets are not available to provide an  
easy path to HDV format video.  
• The down convert function converts HDV format video to DV for playback or editing when  
your camcorder is connected to a TV or VCR that is not HDV1080i specification compliant.  
The image quality is then SD (standard definition).  
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Viewing video recorded in the HDV format!  
Viewing on a high definition TV (p. 34)  
Pictures recorded in the HDV format can be played back as crisp HD (high definition)  
picture on a high definition TV.  
• For details on HDV1080i specification compliant TVs, see page 101.  
Viewing on a 16:9 TV/4:3 TV (p. 34)  
Your camcorder can down convert video recorded in the HDV format to SD (standard  
definition) quality for playback on a conventional TV.  
Dubbing to other video equipment (p. 62)  
Connecting to an HDV1080i device  
An optional i.LINK cable allows you to copy pictures in HD (high definition) quality.  
Connecting to HDV1080i non-compliant devices  
Use your camcorder to down convert HDV format video to SD (standard definition)  
quality to enable copying.  
Connecting to a computer (p. 72)  
Copying “Memory Stick Duo” still images to a computer  
See page 72.  
Copying movie from tape to a computer  
The computer will need to be set up differently depending on whether HDV or DV  
format video is to be copied. See page 75 for details.  
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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.  
Wireless Remote Commander (1)  
(p. 32)  
“Memory Stick Duo” (1) (p. 20, 102)  
Memory Stick Duo adaptor (1) (p. 103)  
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.  
A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 34, 62)  
Component video cable (1) (p. 34, 35)  
AC Adaptor (1) (p. 11)  
USB cable (1) (p. 72)  
Shoulder Strap (1) (p. 113)  
Mains lead (1) (p. 11)  
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FM50 (1)  
(p. 11, 104)  
Lens cap (1)  
Operating Guide (This manual) (1)  
Attached to your camcorder.  
Lens hood (1) (p. 114)  
Use the lens hood to record under strong light,  
such as under the sun.  
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack  
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”  
battery pack (M series) (p. 104) after  
attaching it to your camcorder.  
2
Slide the POWER switch up to  
OFF(CHG) . (The default setting.)  
POWER  
switch  
DC IN jack  
DC plug  
CHG (charge) lamp  
To the wall socket  
AC Adaptor  
Mains lead  
3
Connect the AC Adaptor to the  
DC IN jack of your camcorder. Be  
sure that the mark on the DC  
plug is facing up.  
1
Attach the battery pack by sliding  
it in the direction of the arrow  
until it clicks.  
Open the  
DC IN jack cover.  
The mark faces up.  
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued)  
Charging time  
Approximate time (min.) required when  
you fully charge a fully discharged battery  
pack.  
4
5
Connect the mains lead to the AC  
Adaptor and the wall socket.  
The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and  
charging starts.  
Battery pack  
Charging time  
NP-FM50 (supplied)  
150  
260  
360  
NP-QM71D  
NP-QM91D  
The CHG (charge) lamp turns off  
when the battery is fully charged.  
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from  
the DC IN jack on your camcorder  
and the DC plug.  
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the  
DC IN jack holding both the camcorder  
and the DC plug.  
Recording time  
Approximate time (min.) available when  
you use a fully charged battery pack.  
Recording in the HDV format  
Continuous  
recording  
time*  
Typical  
recording  
time*  
Battery pack  
To remove the battery pack  
Slide the POWER switch up to OFF  
(CHG). Slide the BATT (battery release)  
lever and remove the battery pack.  
NP-FM50  
(supplied)  
80  
90  
85  
40  
50  
45  
NP-QM71D  
NP-QM91D  
205  
225  
215  
110  
120  
115  
315  
345  
325  
170  
190  
175  
Recording in the DV format  
Continuous  
recording  
time*  
Typical  
recording  
time*  
Battery pack  
BATT (battery  
release) lever  
NP-FM50  
(supplied)  
90  
100  
95  
50  
55  
50  
When storing the battery pack  
Fully discharge the battery before storing it  
for an extended period (p. 104).  
NP-QM71D  
NP-QM91D  
225  
250  
235  
120  
135  
130  
To use an outside power source  
You can operate your camcorder using the  
power from the wall socket by making the  
same connections as you do when charging  
the battery pack. The battery pack will not  
lose its charge in this case.  
345  
380  
360  
190  
205  
195  
* Top: When the LCD backlight turns on.  
Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off.  
Bottom: Recording time when recording with  
the viewfinder while the LCD panel is closed.  
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• Typical recording time shows the time when  
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the  
power on/off and zooming.  
• When attaching an optional video light, it is  
recommended that you use a NP-QM71D or  
NP-QM91D battery pack.  
On the charging/recording/playback time  
Playing time  
Approximate time (min.) available when  
you use a fully charged battery pack.  
• 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.  
HDV format pictures  
LCD panel  
opened*  
LCD panel  
closed  
Battery pack  
NP-FM50  
(supplied)  
105  
115  
On the AC Adaptor  
NP-QM71D  
NP-QM91D  
255  
390  
285  
430  
• Use the nearby wall socket when using the AC  
Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the  
wall socket immediately if any malfunction  
occurs while using your camcorder.  
DV format pictures  
LCD panel  
opened*  
LCD panel  
closed  
• Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow  
space, such as between a wall and furniture.  
Battery pack  
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC  
Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic  
objects. This may cause a malfunction.  
NP-FM50  
(supplied)  
125  
145  
NP-QM71D  
NP-QM91D  
305  
465  
355  
535  
PRECAUTION  
• Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power  
(mains) is still supplied to it while connected to  
the wall socket via the AC Adaptor.  
* When the LCD backlight turns on.  
On the battery pack  
• Before changing the battery pack, slide the  
POWER switch up to OFF (CHG).  
• The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during  
charging, or the battery information (p. 27) 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 fully discharged. (For  
Battery Info only.)  
• The power will not be supplied from the battery  
as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the  
DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when  
the mains lead is disconnected from the wall  
socket.  
• Use the supplied or optional Sony  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). You  
cannot use the battery pack NP-FM30 with your  
camcorder.  
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Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your  
camcorder firmly  
To record or play back, slide the POWER  
switch repeatedly to turn on the respective  
lamp.  
When using it for the first time, the  
[CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 18).  
Lamps that light up  
CAMERA-TAPE: To record on a tape.  
CAMERA-MEMORY: To record on a  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
PLAY/EDIT: To play or edit pictures.  
• When you slide the POWER switch  
from OFF (CHG) to CAMERA-TAPE or  
CAMERA-MEMORY, the current date and  
time will be displayed on the LCD screen  
for about 5 seconds.  
3
4
Hold the camcorder correctly.  
POWER  
switch  
1
2
Remove the lens cap. Pull the  
lens cap string down and attach it  
to the grip belt.  
Ensure a good grip, then fasten  
the grip belt.  
Slide the POWER switch  
repeatedly in the direction of the  
arrow to turn on the respective  
lamp.  
If the POWER  
switch is set to  
OFF (CHG), slide  
it down while  
pressing the green  
button.  
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To turn off the power  
Slide the POWER switch up to OFF  
(CHG).  
• At the time of purchase, the power will be  
set to turn off automatically if you leave your  
camcorder without any operation attempted for  
approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power.  
([A.SHUT OFF], p. 59).  
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Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder  
To turn off the LCD backlight to make  
The LCD panel  
the battery last longer  
Press and hold DISPLAY/BATT INFO for  
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the  
camcorder (), then rotate it to the best  
angle to record or play ().  
a few seconds until  
appears.  
This setting is practical when you use  
your camcorder in bright conditions or  
where 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 DISPLAY/BATT INFO for a few  
seconds until  
disappears.  
• See [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 56) to adjust the  
brightness of the LCD screen.  
90 degrees to  
the camcorder  
The viewfinder  
180 degrees  
(max.)  
You can view images using the viewfinder  
with the LCD panel closed. The battery  
will last longer than when using the LCD  
panel.  
Lift up the  
viewfinder.  
90 degrees  
(max.)  
DISPLAY/BATT INFO  
• Do not press the buttons beside the LCD frame  
accidentally when you open or adjust the LCD  
panel.  
• If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the  
lens side from the status , you can close the  
LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out.  
This is convenient during playback operations.  
Viewfinder lens  
adjustment lever  
Move it until the  
picture is clear.  
• You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder  
backlight by selecting [LCD/VF SET] - [VF  
B.LIGHT] (p. 56).  
• When closing the LCD panel, rotate the LCD  
panel as illustrated in , and then close the  
LCD panel facing inward.  
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Step 5: Using the touch panel  
You can play back recorded pictures (p.  
23), or change the settings (p. 38) using the  
touch panel.  
Checking the screen indicators  
(Display guide)  
You can easily check the meaning of each  
indicator that appears on the LCD screen.  
Place your hand on the rear side of  
the LCD panel to support it.Then,  
touch the buttons displayed on the  
screen.  
1
Touch  
.
60min  
0:00:00  
DISP  
GUIDE  
Touch the button on the LCD screen.  
MENU  
STATUS  
CHECK  
SHUTTR  
SPEED  
1/3  
AE  
SHIFT  
PRGRAM  
AE  
2
Touch [DISP GUIDE].  
Select area for guide.  
DISPLAY/BATT INFO  
DISP GUIDE  
END  
• Perform the same actions as explained above  
when you press the buttons on the LCD frame.  
• Be careful not to press buttons on the LCD  
frame accidentally while using the touch panel.  
The indicators vary depending on the  
settings.  
3
Touch the area including the  
indicator that you want to check.  
To hide the screen indicators  
Press DISPLAY/BATT INFO to toggle the  
screen indicators (such as time code, etc.)  
on or off.  
The meanings of the indicators in the  
area are listed on the screen. If you  
cannot find the indicator you want to  
check, touch  
/
to toggle.  
When you touch  
to the area selecting display.  
, the screen returns  
Changing the language setting  
You can change the on-screen displays  
to show messages in a specified  
DISP GUIDE  
END  
language. Select the screen language  
FOCUS:  
MANUAL  
PROGRAM AE:  
SPOTLIGHT  
STEADYSHOT:  
OFF  
1/2  
in [LANGUAGE] on the  
LANGU.) menu (p. 59).  
(TIME/  
To finish the operation  
Touch [END].  
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Step 6: Setting the date and time  
Set the date and time when using this  
camcorder for the first time. If you do not  
3
Select [CLOCK SET] with  
/
,
set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET]  
screen appears every time you turn on your  
camcorder or change the POWER switch  
position.  
• 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. 108).  
then touch  
.
–:––:––  
CLOCK SET  
DATE  
2005  
Y
1
M
1
D
0: 00  
OK  
4
Set [Y] (year) with  
touch  
/
, then  
.
You can set any year up to the year  
2079.  
–:––:––  
CLOCK SET  
DATE  
2005Y  
1
M
1
D
0: 00  
POWER switch  
OK  
Skip to step when you set the clock for  
4
the first time.  
5
Set [M] (month), [D] (day), hour  
1
Touch  
[MENU].  
and minute, then touch  
.
60min  
–:––:––  
The clock starts.  
CAMERA SET  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
WHITE BAL.  
OK  
2
Select  
with  
(TIME/LANGU.) menu  
, then touch  
/
.
60min  
–:––:––  
DISP OUTPUT  
MENU ROTATE  
A. SHUT OFF  
CLOCK SET  
––:––:––  
WORLD  
PROGRAM AE  
LANGUAGE  
OK  
18  
 
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick  
Duo”  
Cassette tape  
You can use mini DV  
(p. 100).  
2
Insert a cassette with its window  
facing outwards, then press  
cassettes only  
.
• The recordable time varies depending on [  
REC MODE] (p. 54).  
1
Slide and hold the OPEN/EJECT  
lever in the direction of the  
arrow and open the lid.  
Lid  
Push the center  
of the back of the  
cassette lightly.  
Window  
The cassette compartment automatically  
slides back in. Do not force the cassette  
into the compartment. This may cause a  
malfunction.  
3
Close the lid.  
OPEN/EJECT  
lever  
The cassette compartment automatically  
comes out and opens up.  
To eject the cassette  
Open the lid following the same procedure  
as described in step 1 and remove the  
cassette.  
19  
Continued   
 
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” (Continued)  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
You can use only a “Memory Stick  
Duo” marked with  
or  
(p. 102).  
• The number of recordable pictures varies  
depending on the image quality or the image  
size. For details, see page 47.  
Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into  
the “Memory Stick Duo” slot in the  
right direction until it clicks.  
Access lamp  
• If you force 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” in  
once.  
• 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.  
• Make sure that the “Memory Stick Duo” does  
not pop up and drop off when inserting and  
removing it from your camcorder.  
20  
 
21  
Recording  
Remove the lens cap.  
PHOTO  
POWER switch  
REC START/  
STOP  
REC START/STOP  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on  
the respective lamp to select a recording medium.  
Movies on tape: The CAMERA-TAPE  
If the POWER  
lamp lights up.  
switch is set to  
OFF (CHG), slide  
it down while  
pressing the green  
button.  
Still images on “Memory Stick Duo”:  
The CAMERA-MEMORY lamp lights up.*  
* The image size ratio is set by default to 4:3.  
Start recording.  
Movies  
Still images  
Press REC START/STOP  
(or  
Press and hold PHOTO lightly to  
adjust the focus (), then press it fully  
().  
).  
60min  
REC  
60min  
Beep  
Shutter click  
[STBY][REC]  
To stop the movie recording, press  
REC START/STOP again.  
• The pictures are recorded in the HDV  
format in the default setting (p. 54).  
FlashingLights up  
A shutter sound is heard. When  
disappears, the image has been recorded.  
• You can record a still image on a “Memory  
Stick Duo,” while recording movies on a tape  
or in standby mode by pressing PHOTO deeply.  
Still images will be fixed to image size [1440 ×  
810] in the HDV format, [1080 × 810] (4:3) or  
[1440 × 810] (16:9) in the DV format.  
To check the latest recording on a  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
Touch  
. To delete the picture, touch  
[YES]. Touch  
to return to the  
standby mode.  
• See page 47 for the image size.  
22  
 
Playback  
1
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow  
repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
2
Start playing back.  
Movies  
Still images  
Touch  
start playback.  
, then touch  
to  
Touch  
.
The most recently recorded image is  
displayed.  
A
C
A
B
C
B
P-MENU  
Stop  
•
Tape playback  
Previous/Next  
Index screen display  
Play/Pause toggles as you touch it.*  
Rewind/Fast forward  
* Playback automatically stops if pause is  
engaged for more than 3 minutes.  
is not displayed when a “Memory  
Stick Duo” is not inserted or no image files  
exist in it.  
To adjust the volume  
Move the EXPOSURE/VOL lever up and  
down to adjust the volume (p. 27).  
[PB FOLDER], select a  
, then touch  
folder with  
(p. 49).  
Index display screen  
/
To search for a scene during playback  
Touch and hold  
(Picture Search), or  
/
during playback  
while fast  
B
/
A
forwarding or rewinding the tape (Skip  
Scan).  
• You can play back in various modes ([  
SPD PB], p. 53).  
VAR.  
Previous/Next 6 pictures  
The picture displayed before switching to  
the index screen.  
To display pictures on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” on the Index screen  
Touch  
display in the single display mode.  
To view pictures in other folders, touch  
. Touch the picture you want to  
23  
 
Functions used for recording/playback, etc.  
• The minimum distance required between your  
camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus  
is about 1 cm (about 1/2 in.) for wide angle and  
about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 ft.) for telephoto.  
• You can set [DIGITAL ZOOM] if you want to  
zoom to a level greater than 10 ×. (p. 46)  
• Zooming may not be able to catch up the  
rotating speed of the ring if it is rotated too fast.  
To fix the brightness of the picture  
manually (exposure) .............   
EXPOSURE/VOL lever  
EXPOSURE button  
You can fix the brightness of a picture  
manually. When recording indoors on  
a clear day, for instance, you can avoid  
backlight shadows on people next to the  
window by fixing the exposure to that of  
the wall side of the room. Set the AUTO  
LOCK switch to OFF beforehand (p. 25).  
Press EXPOSURE .  
Recording  
Adjust the brightness by moving the  
EXPOSURE/VOL lever up or  
down.  
To use zoom ................  
Move the power zoom lever slightly for  
a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster  
zoom.  
appears. Move the lever up to  
make the image brighter and move it down  
to make the image darker.  
Wider range of view:  
(Wide angle)  
• To return to the automatic mode, press  
EXPOSURE again.  
• The setting you have made will return to the  
default setting if you set the POWER switch to  
OFF (CHG) for more than 12 hours.  
To record in dark places (NightShot)  
...........................................  
Set the NIGHTSHOT switch to ON.  
Close view: (Telephoto)  
(
and [”NIGHTSHOT”] appear.)  
• To record an image brighter, use Super  
NightShot function (p. 45).To record an image  
more faithful to the original colors, use Color  
Slow Shutter function (p. 45).  
• When using the zoom ring , set the FOCUS/  
ZOOM switch  
desired speed (  
to ZOOM and rotate it at the  
appears).  
• You cannot change the zoom speed with the  
zoom buttons  
on the LCD frame.  
24  
 
• The NightShot and Super NightShot function  
use infrared light. Therefore, do not cover the  
To adjust the focus manually....   
infrared port  
with your fingers or other  
Set the FOCUS/ZOOM switch to  
objects and remove the conversions lens  
(optional).  
• Adjust the focus manually (p. 25) when it is  
hard to focus automatically.  
MANUAL (appears).  
Rotate the focus ring to adjust the  
focus.  
• Do not use these functions in bright places. This  
may cause a malfunction.  
To adjust the focus automatically, set the  
FOCUS/ZOOM switch to AUTO.  
• You can also use this function when changing  
the subject to be focused intentionally.  
• changes to when the focus cannot be  
adjusted any farther. changes to when the  
focus cannot be adjusted any closer.  
To make the subject stand out clearer  
(TELE MACRO) ........................  
Press TELE MACRO .  
appears  
and the zoom moves to the top of the T  
(Telephoto) side automatically and allows  
for recording subjects at a close distance,  
down to about 48 cm (19 in.). This is useful  
to shoot small subjects, such as flowers or  
insects.  
• It is easier to focus on the subject by moving  
the power zoom lever  
towards T (telephoto)  
to adjust the focus, then towards W (wide  
angle) to adjust the zoom for recording. When  
you want to record a subject at close range,  
move the power zoom lever to W (wide angle),  
then adjust the focus.  
To enlarge and focus on the image  
(Expanded focus) .................   
To cancel, press TELE MACRO again, or  
zoom to wide-angle (W side).  
• When recording a distant subject, it may be  
difficult to focus on and take time for focusing.  
• Adjust the focus manually (p. 25) when it is  
hard to focus automatically.  
Set the FOCUS/ZOOM switch to  
MANUAL in standby mode.  
Press EXPANDED FOCUS to  
double the size of the picture. When  
you finish focusing, the screen  
automatically returns to the normal  
picture display.  
To use the AUTO LOCK switch ......  
You can set up the following settings  
manually with the AUTO LOCK switch   
to OFF. The settings return to the automatic  
mode with the switch ON.  
– [SPOT METER]  
To cancel the expanded focus, press  
EXPANDED FOCUS again.  
• Press [SET] on the LCD screen of your  
camcorder during expanded focus for setting up  
the peaking function. Press [ON] to enhance the  
outline of the subject for easier focusing.  
– exposure  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
• The peaking is not recorded on a tape.  
– [WHITE BAL.]  
To adjust the exposure for backlit  
subjects ................................  
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects,  
– [SHUTTR SPEED]  
• Settings adjusted while the AUTO LOCK  
switch is OFF are retained when it is set to ON,  
and will be restored when set to OFF again.  
• Set the AUTO LOCK switch to ON when using  
the external flash (optional).  
press BACK LIGHT to display . To  
cancel the back light function, press BACK  
LIGHT again.  
• The setting you have made will return to the  
default setting if you set the POWER switch to  
OFF (CHG) for more than 12 hours.  
25  
Continued   
 
Functions used for recording/playback, etc. (Continued)  
To use the flash .......................  
Press (flash) repeatedly to select a setting.  
No indicator displayed: Automatically  
flashes when there is insufficient ambient  
light.  
(Forced flash): Always uses the flash  
regardless of the surrounding brightness.  
(No flash): Records without flash.  
• The recommended distance to the subject when  
using the built-in flash is 0.5 to 2.5 m (1 5/8 to 8  
ft.).  
• Remove any dust from the surface of the flash  
lamp before using it. Flash effect may be  
impaired if heat discoloration or dust obscures  
the lamp.  
• The flash charge lamp flickers when charging  
the flash, and remains lit when the battery  
charge is complete.  
• You can only use the flash in the CAMERA-  
MEMORY mode.  
• If you use the flash in bright places such as  
when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may  
not be effective.  
• You can change the brightness of the flash by  
setting [FLASH LEVEL], or you can prevent  
the redeye by setting [REDEYE REDUC], in  
[FLASH SET] (p. 44).  
To use a tripod ........................  
Attach the tripod (optional: the length of  
the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32  
in.) to the tripod receptacle using a  
tripod screw.  
To record in mirror mode ............  
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the  
camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees  
to the lens side ().  
Playback  
To use PB zoom ..................   
You can magnify still pictures on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” from about 1.5 to 5  
times the original size.  
Magnification can be adjusted with the  
power zoom lever or the zoom buttons  
on the LCD frame.  
Play back the picture you want to  
magnify.  
• A mirror-image of the subject appears on the  
LCD screen, but the picture will be normal  
when recorded.  
26  
 
Magnify the picture with T (Telephoto).  
To turn off the operation confirmation  
beep ....................................  
Touch the screen at the point you want  
to display in the center of the displayed  
frame.  
See [BEEP] (p. 58) to set the operation  
beep.  
Adjust the magnification with W (Wide  
angle)/T (Telephoto).  
To initialize the settings .............  
Press RESET to initialize all the  
settings, including the setting of the date  
and time.  
(Menu items customized on Personal Menu  
are not initialized.)  
To cancel, touch [END].  
• You cannot change the zoom speed with the  
zoom buttons on the LCD frame.  
To adjust the movie volume.........  
Other part names and functions  
Move the EXPOSURE/VOL lever up  
or down to adjust the volume. Move the  
lever up to increase the volume and move it  
down to decrease the volume.  
• You can also adjust the volume by touching  
(STANDARD SET)[VOLUME] (p.  
55).  
Internal stereo microphone  
When an external microphone is  
connected, the audio input from the  
external microphone takes precedence  
over others.  
REC lamp  
The REC lamp lights up in red during  
recording (p. 58).  
Recording/playback  
Remote sensor  
Point the Remote Commander (p. 32)  
towards the remote sensor to operate  
your camcorder.  
To check the remaining battery  
(Battery Info) ..........................  
Set the POWER switch up to OFF (CHG),  
then press DISPLAY/BATT INFO . The  
approximate recordable time in the selected  
format and battery information appear for  
about 7 seconds. By pressing DISPLAY/  
BATT INFO, you can view the battery  
information for up to 20 seconds while it is  
displayed.  
Speaker  
Sounds come out from the speaker.  
•
For how to adjust the volume, see page 23.  
Remaining battery (approx.)  
Recording capacity (approx.)  
27  
 
Indicators displayed during recording/playback  
Recording movies  
Recording still images  
In the CAMERA-TAPE mode  
2
2
3
4
5
8
90  
qa  
11  
FINE  
1920  
60min  
101  
1
qs  
7
6
7
Recording folder (49)  
Image size (47)  
Recording format (  
Recording mode (SP or LP) is also displayed  
in the DV format.  
or  
) (54)  
Quality ([FINE] or [STD]) (47)  
Remaining battery (approx.)  
“Memory Stick Duo” indicator and the  
number of images that can be recorded  
(approx.)  
Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or  
[REC] (recording))  
Time code (hour: minute: second:  
frame)/Tape counter (hour: minute:  
second)  
Review button (22)  
Data code during playback  
Recording capacity of the tape  
(approx.) (58)  
The date/time during recording and the  
camera setting data will be recorded  
automatically. They do not appear on the  
screen during recording, but you can check  
them as [DATA CODE] during playback  
(p. 58).  
END SEARCH/Rec review display  
switch button (31)  
Personal Menu button (38)  
28  
 
( ) is a reference page.  
The indicators during recording will not be recorded.  
Viewing movies  
On a tape  
Viewing still images  
2
qd  
4
5
2
qg 9  
qh qj  
MEMORY PLAY  
1
qk  
ql  
wdwf  
qf  
7
w;  
wa  
ws  
7
Tape transport indicator  
Video operation buttons (23)  
Data file name  
Picture number/Total number of  
recorded pictures in the current  
playback folder  
• When playing back a tape recorded in the  
HDV and DV formats, and the signal switches  
between HDV and DV formats, the picture and  
sound disappear temporarily.  
• You cannot play back the tape recorded in  
the HDV format on video cameras of the DV  
format or mini-DV players.  
Playback folder (49)  
Previous/Next folder icon  
The following indicators appear when the  
first or last picture of the current folder is  
displayed and when there are multiple folders  
on the same “Memory Stick Duo.”  
: Touch  
folder.  
to move to the previous  
: Touch  
to move to the next folder.  
: Touch  
/
to move to either  
the previous or the next folder.  
Image delete button (67)  
Tape playback select button (23)  
Previous/Next image button (23)  
Index screen display button (23)  
Image protection mark (68)  
Print mark (68)  
29  
Continued   
 
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued)  
Indicators when you made  
changes  
LCD backlight off (16)  
Center  
You can check the [DISP GUIDE] (p. 17)  
to check the function of each indicator that  
appears on the LCD screen.  
Indicator  
Meaning  
NightShot (24)  
Super NightShot (45)  
Color Slow Shutter (45)  
Upper left  
Upper right  
PictBridge connecting  
(69)  
Warning (95)  
  
Bottom  
Bottom  
Center  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Upper left  
AE SHIFT (44)  
WB SHIFT (44)  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Recording format (54)  
EXT SUR MIC (56)  
AUDIO MODE (55)*  
Picture effect (51)  
Digital effect (50)  
Manual focus (25)  
PROGRAM AE (42)  
Continuous photo  
recording (47)  
Recording mode (54)*  
Self-timer recording (46)  
WIDE SELECT (55)*  
   
Sharpness (43)  
Backlight (25)  
White balance (43)  
SteadyShot off (46)  
Zebra (45)  
Interval photo recording  
(52)  
Flash light (44)  
Recording level meter  
(56)  
TELE MACRO (25)  
CAMERA COLOR (44)  
Zoom ring (24)  
Upper right  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Shutter speed (43)  
CONV. LENS (46)  
HDV input/DV input (65)  
HDV output/DV output  
(34, 64)  
* The settings can be made only for the pictures  
i.LINK connection (34,  
64, 65)  
in the DV format.  
Zero set memory (32)  
Slide show (51)  
30  
 
Searching for the starting point  
Make sure that the CAMERA-TAPE lamp  
lights up (p. 22).  
Reviewing the most recently  
recorded scenes (Rec review)  
You can view about 2 seconds of the scene  
recorded just before you stopped the tape.  
Searching for the last scene of the  
most recent recording (END SEARCH)  
END SEARCH will not work once you  
eject the cassette after you have recorded  
on the tape.  
Touch  
.
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
Touch  
.
60min  
END SEARCH  
1
0:00:00  
EXECUTING  
The last 2 seconds (approx.) of the most  
recently recorded scene are played back.  
Then, your camcorder is set to the standby.  
Touch here  
to cancel the  
operation.  
CANCEL  
The last scene of the most recent  
recording is played back for about 5  
seconds, and the camcorder enters the  
standby mode at the point where the last  
recording has finished.  
• END SEARCH will not work correctly  
when there is a blank section between  
recorded sections on the tape.  
• You can also select [END SEARCH] from  
the menu. When the PLAY/EDIT lamp  
lights up, select the [END SEARCH] short-  
cut in Personal Menu (p. 38).  
31  
 
Remote Commander  
• To change the battery, see page 109.  
Remove the insulation sheet before using  
the Remote Commander.  
Searching quickly for a desired  
scene (Zero set memory)  
Insulation sheet  
1
During playback, press ZERO  
SET MEMORY  
at a point you  
6
want to locate later on.  
The tape counter is reset to “0:00:00”  
7
8
1
q;  
and  
appears on the screen.  
60min  
0:00:00  
2
3
4
5
P-MENU  
If the tape counter is not displayed,  
9
.
press DISPLAY  
2
3
Press STOP  
when you want to  
stop playback.  
PHOTO (p. 22)  
The on-screen image when you press this  
button will be recorded as a still image.  
.
Press REW  
SEARCH M. (p. 33)  
The tape stops automatically when the  
tape counter reaches “0:00:00.”  
   
Video control buttons (Rewind,  
Playback, Fast-forward, Pause, Stop,  
Slow) (p. 23)  
.
4
Press PLAY  
Playback starts from the point  
designated “0:00:00” on the tape  
counter.  
ZERO SET MEMORY  
Transmitter  
REC START/STOP (p. 22)  
Power zoom (p. 24)  
DISPLAY (p. 17)  
• There may be a discrepancy of several seconds  
between the time code and the tape counter.  
• Zero set memory will not function correctly  
if there is a blank section between recorded  
sections on the tape.  
Memory control buttons (Index, –/+,  
Memory playback) (p. 23)  
• Aim the Remote Commander towards the  
remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p.  
27).  
To cancel the operation  
Press ZERO SET MEMORY again.  
32  
 
Searching for a scene by date of  
recording (Date search)  
You can locate the point where the  
recording date changes.  
1
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
.
2
3
Press SEARCH M.  
Press (previous)/(next)  
to select a recording date.  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
30min  
DATE -01  
SEACH  
P.MENU  
To cancel the operation  
.
Press STOP  
• The Date search will not function correctly  
when there is a blank section between recorded  
sections on the tape.  
33  
 
Connecting to a TV for viewing  
Connection methods and image quality will differ depending on what TV to be connected  
and connectors used.  
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 11).  
See page 37 for “Notes on Connection” and refer also to the instruction manuals supplied  
with the devices to be connected.  
Select connection method depending on what TV to be connected with and  
connectors the TV is equipped with.  
high definition TV  
16:9 TV or 4:3 TV  
HD (high definition)  
SD (standard definition) image quality *  
image quality *  
i.LINK (for  
HDV 1080i)  
COMPO-  
NENT IN  
i.LINK  
COMPO-  
NENT IN  
S VIDEO  
VIDEO/  
AUDIO  
See page 35 for connecting  
methods.  
See page 37 for notes on  
connection.  
See page 35 for connecting method  
36 for connecting method and  
See page 37 for notes on connection.  
and  
.
,
• Set the menu on your camcorder before connection. The TV may not recognize the video signal properly  
when changing [VCR HDV/DV] and [i.LINK CONV] settings after connecting with an i.LINK cable  
(optional).  
* Pictures recorded in the DV format is played back as SD (standard definition) images regardless of  
connection.  
Jacks on your camcorder  
Open the jack cover and connect the cable.  
34  
 
: Signal flow  
Camcorder  
TV  
Menu Setting  
Type  
Cable  
(STANDARD SET)  
i.LINK cable (optional)  
[VCR HDV/DV]   
[AUTO] (p. 54)  
[i.LINK CONV]   
[OFF] (p.57)  
Component video cable  
(supplied)  
(Green) Y  
(Blue) PB/CB  
(Red) PR/CR  
(STANDARD SET)  
[VCR HDV/DV]   
[AUTO] (p. 54)  
[COMPONENT]   
[1080i/576i] (p. 57)  
A/V connecting cable (supplied)  
(Red)  
(White)  
(Yellow)  
Do not connect the video plug (yellow).  
(STANDARD SET)  
[VCR HDV/DV]   
[AUTO] (p. 54)  
i.LINKcable (optional)  
[i.LINK CONV]   
[ON HDVDV]  
(p. 57)  
[TV TYPE]   
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 57)  
* Change the settings depending on the TV connected.  
35  
Continued   
 
Connecting to a TV for viewing (Continued)  
: Signal flow  
Camcorder  
TV  
Menu Setting  
Type  
Cable  
Component video cable  
(supplied)  
(Green) Y  
(STANDARD SET)  
(Blue) PB/CB  
(Red) PR/CR  
[VCR HDV/DV]   
[AUTO] (p. 54)  
[COMPONENT]   
[576i] (p. 57)  
[TV TYPE]   
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 57)  
A/V connecting cable (supplied)  
(Red)  
(White)  
(Yellow)  
Do not connect the video plug (yellow).  
A/V connecting cable with  
S VIDEO (optional)  
(STANDARD SET)  
[VCR HDV/DV]   
[AUTO] (p. 54)  
[TV TYPE]   
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 57)  
(Red)  
(White)  
(Yellow)  
Do not connect the video plug (yellow).  
A/V connecting cable (supplied)  
(STANDARD SET)  
(Red)  
[VCR HDV/DV]   
[AUTO] (p. 54)  
[TV TYPE]   
(White)  
(Yellow)  
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 57)  
* Change the settings depending on the TV connected.  
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Notes on Connection  
Type  
Notes  
• Requires HDV1080i specification connectors. Consult your TV manufacturer for details. See  
page 101 for a list of supported device.  
•
The TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the camcorder is connected. Refer to the  
instruction manuals supplied with your TV.  
•
When connecting only with the component video cable (supplied), audio signals are not  
output. To output audio signals, connect the white and red plugs of the A/V connecting cable  
(supplied) to the audio input jack of your TV.  
•
•
•
Pictures in the DV format are not output from the COMPONENT OUT jack, if copyright  
protection signals are recorded in the pictures.  
The TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the camcorder is connected. Refer to the  
instruction manuals supplied with your TV.  
When connecting only with the component video cable (supplied), audio signals are not  
output. To output audio signals, connect the white and red plugs of the A/V connecting cable  
(supplied) to the audio input jack of your TV.  
•
•
Pictures in the DV format are not output from the COMPONENT OUT jack, if copyright  
protection signals are recorded in the pictures.  
When connecting only S VIDEO plug, 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  
(optional) to the audio input jack of your TV.  
•
This connection produces high resolution pictures compared with A/V connecting cable (Type  
).  
• If you connect your camcorder to your TV using more than one type of cable to output images from a  
jack other than the i.LINK jack, the order of priority of the output signals is as follows:  
component video S video audio/video  
• See page 105 for the details of i.LINK.  
To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)  
Change the [TV TYPE] setting depending on your TV (p. 57).  
• When you play back a tape recorded in the DV format on a 4:3 TV not compatible with the 16:9 signal,  
set [ WIDE SELECT] to [4:3] on your camcorder when recording a picture (p. 55).  
When your TV is connected to a VCR  
Select the connecting method on page 62 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 (supplied).  
Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.).  
When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack)  
Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable (supplied) to the video input jack and  
connect the white or the red plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR. When you want  
to play the sound in monaural mode, use a connecting cable (optional) for that purpose.  
If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin adaptor (EUROCONNECTOR)  
Use a 21-pin adaptor (optional) to view playback picture.  
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Using the menu items  
Follow the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed after this page.  
1
Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the respective lamp.  
CAMERA-TAPE lamp:  
settings on a tape  
CAMERA- MEMORY lamp:  
settings on a “Memory Stick Duo”  
PLAY/EDIT lamp: settings for viewing/editing  
2
Touch the LCD screen to select the menu item.  
Unavailable items will be grayed out.  
To use the short-cuts of Personal Menu  
On Personal Menu, short-cuts for frequently used menu items are added.  
• You can customize Personal Menu as you like (p. 60).  
Touch  
.
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
DISP  
GUIDE  
MENU  
STATUS  
CHECK  
SHUTTR  
SPEED  
1/3  
AE  
SHIFT  
PRGRAM  
AE  
Touch the desired item.  
If the desired item is not displayed on the screen, touch  
Select the desired setting, then touch  
/
until the item is displayed.  
.
To use menu items  
You can customize menu items that are not added to Personal Menu.  
60min  
–:––:––  
60min  
–:––:––  
DISP OUTPUT  
MENU ROTATE  
A. SHUT OFF  
CLOCK SET  
CAMERA SET  
––:––:––  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
WHITE BAL.  
WORLD  
PROGRAM AE  
LANGUAGE  
OK  
OK  
Touch  
[MENU].  
The menu index screen appears.  
Select the desired menu.  
Touch  
/
to select the item, then touch  
. (The process in step is the same as  
that in step .)  
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Select the desired item.  
• You can also touch the item directly to select it.  
Customize the item.  
After finishing the settings, touch  
If you decide not to change the setting, touch  
(close) to hide the menu screen.  
to return to the previous screen.  
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Menu items  
•
The menu items available for the operation (  
is positioned.  
) differ depending on where the lit lamp for the POWER switch  
Position of lamp:  
TAPE  
MEMORY  
PLAY/EDIT  
CAMERA SET menu (p. 42)  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
WHITE BAL.  
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
SHARPNESS  
SHUTTR SPEED  
AUTO SHUTTER  
AE SHIFT  
–
–
–
–
CAMERA COLOR  
WB SHIFT  
SPOT FOCUS  
FLASH SET  
SUPER NS  
NS LIGHT  
COLOR SLOW S  
ZEBRA  
HISTOGRAM  
SELF-TIMER  
DIGITAL ZOOM  
STEADYSHOT  
CONV. LENS  
–
–
MEMORY SET menu (p. 47)  
STILL SET  
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
ALL ERASE  
–
FORMAT  
FILE NO.  
NEW FOLDER  
REC FOLDER  
PB FOLDER  
PICT.APPLI. menu (p. 50)  
FADER  
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
D. EFFECT  
PICT. EFFECT  
SLIDE SHOW  
–
INT.REC-STL  
–
SHOT TRANS  
DEMO MODE  
PictBridge PRINT  
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Position of lamp:  
TAPE  
MEMORY  
PLAY/EDIT  
EDIT/PLAY menu (p. 53)  
VAR. SPD PB  
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
REC CTRL  
BURN DVD  
END SEARCH  
STANDARD SET menu (p. 54)  
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
VCR HDV/DV  
REC FORMAT  
DV SET  
–
–
–
–
VOLUME  
MULTI-SOUND  
MIC LEVEL  
–
EXT SUR MIC  
LCD/VF SET  
COMPONENT  
i.LINK CONV  
TV TYPE  
–
USB SELECT  
DISP GUIDE  
STATUS CHECK  
GUIDEFRAME  
COLOR BAR  
DATA CODE  
REMAINING  
REMOTE CTRL  
REC LAMP  
–
–
–
–
BEEP  
DISP OUTPUT  
MENU ROTATE  
A.SHUT OFF  
CALIBRATION  
TIME/LANGU. menu (p. 59)  
CLOCK SET  
WORLD TIME  
LANGUAGE  
41  
CAMERA SET menu  
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the  
recording conditions (SPOT METER/WHITE  
BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.)  
SUNSET&MOON**(  
)
The default settings are marked with  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
.
Select to maintain the atmosphere of  
situations such as sunsets, general night  
views or fireworks.  
See page 38 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
LANDSCAPE**(  
)
PROGRAM AE  
You can record pictures effectively in  
various situations with the PROGRAM AE  
function. Set the AUTO LOCK switch to  
OFF beforehand (p. 25).  
Select to shoot distant subjects clearly.  
This setting also prevents your camcorder  
from focusing on glass or metal mesh  
in windows that comes in between the  
camcorder and the subject.  
AUTO  
Select to automatically record pictures  
effectively without the [PROGRAM AE]  
function.  
• Items with one asterisk (*) can be adjusted to  
focus on subjects only a short distance away.  
Items with two asterisks (**) can be adjusted to  
focus on subjects farther away.  
SPOTLIGHT*(  
)
• The setting returns to [AUTO] when you set the  
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than  
12 hours.  
Select to prevent people’s faces from  
appearing excessively white when subjects  
are lit by strong light.  
SPOT METER (Flexible spot  
meter)  
PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) (  
)
You can adjust and fix the exposure  
to the subject, so that it is recorded in  
suitable brightness even when there is  
strong contrast between the subject and  
the background, such as subjects in the  
spotlight on stage. Set the AUTO LOCK  
switch to OFF beforehand (p. 25).  
Select to bring out the subject such as  
people or flowers while creating a soft  
background.  
BEACH&SKI*(  
)
1
Select to prevent people’s faces from  
appearing dark in strong light or reflected  
light, such as at a beach in midsummer or  
on a ski slope.  
2
Touch the point where you want to fix and  
adjust the exposure on the screen.  
appears.  
Touch [END].  
To return the setting to automatic exposure,  
touch [AUTO][END].  
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• If you set [SPOT METER], the exposure is set  
to the manual mode automatically.  
could not be set.  
• If keeps flashing even after you  
have touched  
to [AUTO].  
, set [WHITE BAL.]  
WHITE BAL. (White balance)  
• When you have changed the battery pack  
while [AUTO] is selected, select [AUTO] and  
aim your camcorder at a nearby white object  
for about 10 seconds for better color balance  
adjustment.  
You can adjust the color balance to the  
brightness of the recording environment.  
Set the AUTO LOCK switch to OFF  
beforehand (p. 25).  
• Redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure if you change  
the [PROGRAM AE] settings, or bring your  
camcorder outdoors from inside the house, or  
vice versa.  
AUTO  
The white balance is adjusted  
automatically.  
• To adjust the white balance under white or cool  
white fluorescent lamps, set [WHITE BAL.] to  
[AUTO], or follow the procedure when using  
[ONE PUSH].  
• The setting returns to [AUTO] when you set the  
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than  
12 hours.  
OUTDOOR (  
)
The white balance is adjusted to be  
appropriate for the following recording  
conditions:  
– Outdoors  
– Night views, neon signs and fireworks  
– Sunrise or sunset  
– Under daylight fluorescent lamps  
SHARPNESS  
You can adjust the sharpness of the image  
INDOOR ()  
The white balance is adjusted to be  
appropriate for the following recording  
conditions:  
outline with  
the sharpness is anything other than the  
default setting.  
/
.
appears when  
– Indoors  
– At party scenes or studios where the  
lighting conditions change quickly  
Soften  
Sharpen  
– Under the video lamps of those at a studio,  
or under sodium lamps or incandescent-like  
color lamps  
SHUTTR SPEED  
You can manually adjust and fix the shutter  
speed for your convenience. Depending on  
the shutter speed, you can make the subject  
look still, or on the contrary, emphasize  
the fluidity of movement. Set the AUTO  
LOCK switch to OFF beforehand (p. 25).  
ONE PUSH (  
)
The white balance will be adjusted  
according to the ambient light.  
Touch [ONE PUSH].  
Frame a white object such as a piece of  
paper, to fill the screen under the same  
lighting conditions as you will shoot  
the subject.  
AUTO  
Select to adjust the shutter speed  
automatically.  
Touch [  
].  
MANUAL  
Adjust the shutter speed using  
flashes quickly. When the white  
balance has been adjusted and stored  
in the memory, the indicator stops  
flashing.  
• Keep framing a white object while  
is flashing quickly.  
/
.
You can select a shutter speed between  
1/10000 second and 1/3 second.  
Slower  
Faster  
120, 150, 215  
•
flashes slowly if white balance  
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CAMERA SET menu (Continued)  
• For example, if you select 1/100 second, [100]  
appears on the screen.  
• When shooting a bright subject, setting the  
shutter speed to a faster value is recommended.  
• When the white balance is set to a lower value,  
pictures appear bluish, and when set to a higher  
value, pictures appear reddish.  
• At a slow shutter speed, automatic focus may be  
lost. Use a tripod and adjust the focus manually.  
SPOT FOCUS  
• When recording under a discharge tube such  
as a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp or mercury  
lamp, horizontal bands may appear in the screen  
or color discrepancies may occur depending on  
the shutter speed.  
You can select and adjust the focal point to  
aim it at a subject not located in the center  
of the screen.  
• The setting you have made will return to the  
default setting if you set the POWER switch to  
OFF (CHG) for more than 12 hours.  
2
3
AUTO SHUTTER  
Set the FOCUS/ZOOM switch to  
MANUAL (p. 24).  
Touch the subject on the screen.  
Touch [END].  
Automatically activates the electronic  
shutter to adjust the shutter speed when  
recording in bright conditions if you set it  
to [ON] (the default setting).  
To adjust the focus automatically, set the  
FOCUS/ZOOM switch to AUTO.  
AE SHIFT  
When the exposure (p. 24) is set  
automatically, you can adjust the exposure  
FLASH SET  
using  
(dark)/  
(bright).  
and the  
FLASH LEVEL  
setting value appear when [AE SHIFT] is  
anything other than the default setting.  
HIGH(  
)
Makes the flash level higher.  
CAMERA COLOR  
NORMAL( )  
You can adjust the color intensity with  
LOW(  
)
/
.
appears when [CAMERA  
Makes the flash level lower.  
COLOR] is anything other than the default  
setting.  
REDEYE REDUC  
You can prevent redeye by activating the  
flash before recording.  
Decreases  
color intensity  
Increases  
color intensity  
Set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then  
press (flash) (p. 26) repeatedly to select  
a setting.  
WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift)  
You can adjust the white balance to the  
(Auto redeye reduction): Pre-flashes to  
reduce redeye before the flash automatically  
flashes when there is insufficient ambient  
light.  
desired setting using  
/
.
and the setting value are displayed  
when [WB SHIFT] is anything other than  
the default setting.  
(Forced redeye reduction): Always uses  
the flash and the redeye reducing pre-flash.  
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(No flash): Records without flash.  
To cancel [COLOR SLOW S], touch  
[OFF].  
• The redeye reduction may not produce the  
desired effect due to individual differences and  
other conditions.  
• Adjust the focus manually (p. 25) when it is  
hard to focus automatically.  
• The shutter speed of your camcorder changes  
depending on the brightness. The motion of the  
picture may slow down at this time.  
SUPER NS (Super NightShot)  
The picture will be recorded at a maximum  
of 16 times the sensitivity of NightShot  
recording if you set [SUPER NS] to [ON]  
while the NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 24) is  
also set to ON.  
ZEBRA  
This is useful as a guide when adjusting the  
brightness. When you change the default  
and [”SUPER NIGHTSHOT”] appear  
on the screen.  
setting,  
is not recorded.  
is displayed. The zebra pattern  
To return to the normal setting, set the  
NIGHTSHOT switch to OFF.  
OFF  
The zebra pattern is not displayed.  
• Do not use NightShot/[SUPER NS] in bright  
places. This may cause a malfunction.  
• Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers  
or other object  
70  
The zebra pattern appears at a screen  
brightness level of about 70 IRE.  
• Remove the conversion lens (optional).  
• Adjust the focus manually (p. 25) when it is  
hard to focus automatically.  
• The shutter speed of your camcorder changes  
depending on the brightness. The motion of the  
picture may slow down at this time.  
100  
The zebra pattern appears at a screen  
brightness level of about 100 IRE or  
higher.  
• Portions of the screen where brightness is about  
100 IRE or above may appear overexposed.  
• The zebra pattern is diagonal stripes that appear  
in portions of the screen where brightness is at a  
preset level.  
NS LIGHT (NightShot Light)  
When using either the NightShot (p. 24)  
or [SUPER NS] (p.45) function to record,  
you can record clearer pictures by setting  
[NS LIGHT], which emits infrared light  
(invisible), to [ON] (the default setting).  
HISTOGRAM  
When you set [HISTOGRAM] to [ON],  
the [HISTOGRAM] (a graph to display  
a distribution of tones in your picture)  
window appears on the screen.  
• Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers  
or other objects.  
• Remove the conversion lens (optional).  
This item is useful when you adjust  
• The maximum shooting distance using [NS  
LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 ft.).  
exposure. You can adjust the exposure or  
[AE SHIFT] checking the [HISTOGRAM]  
window. The [HISTOGRAM] will not be  
recorded on a tape or “Memory Stick Duo.”  
COLOR SLOW S  
(Color Slow Shutter)  
When you set [COLOR SLOW S] to [ON],  
you can record an image brighter in color  
even in dark places.  
and [COLOR SLOW SHUTTER]  
appear on the screen.  
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CAMERA SET menu (Continued)  
20 ×  
Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically,  
and after that, up to 20 × zoom is  
performed digitally.  
120 ×  
Brighter  
Darker  
Brightness  
Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically,  
and after that, up to 120 × zoom is  
performed digitally.  
• The left area on the graph shows the darker  
areas of the picture while the right area shows  
the brighter areas.  
STEADYSHOT  
You can compensate for camera shake  
(the default setting is [ON]). Set  
[STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when  
using a tripod (optional), then the image  
becomes natural.  
SELF-TIMER  
The self-timer starts recording after about  
10 seconds.  
Touch  
.
[SELF-TIMER][ON]  
CONV. LENS  
appears.  
When using an optional conversion lens,  
use this function to record using the  
optimum compensation for camera shake  
for each lens.  
Press REC START/STOP to record  
movies, or PHOTO to record still images.  
To cancel the count down, touch [RESET].  
To cancel the self-timer, select [OFF] in  
OFF  
step  
.
Select this when the conversion lens  
(optional) is not used.  
• You can also use the self-timer with the Remote  
Commander (p. 32).  
WIDE CONV. (  
)
Select this to use the wide conversion lens  
(optional).  
DIGITAL ZOOM  
You can select the maximum zoom level  
in case you want to zoom to a level greater  
than 10 × (the default setting) while  
recording on a tape. Note that the image  
quality decreases when you are using the  
digital zoom.  
TELE CONV. (  
Select this to use the tele conversion lens  
(optional).  
)
The right side of the bar shows the digital  
zooming factor. The zooming zone  
appears when you select the zooming  
level.  
OFF  
Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically.  
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MEMORY SET menu  
Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo”  
(BURST/QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE/ALL ERASE/  
NEW FOLDER, etc.)  
STANDARD (  
Records still images at the standard image  
)
quality level.  
The default settings are marked with  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
.
IMAGE SIZE  
See page 38 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
1920 × 1440 (  
Records still images clearly.  
)
1920 × 1080 (  
Records still images clearly in the wide  
)
STILL SET  
(16:9) ratio.  
BURST  
1440 × 1080 (  
Allows you to record more still images in  
relatively clear quality.  
)
You can record several still images one  
after another by pressing PHOTO.  
OFF  
640 × 480 (  
Allows for the maximum number of  
images to be recorded.  
)
Select this when not recording  
continuously.  
NORMAL (  
)
Records from 3 (1920 × 1440 image size),  
5 (1440 × 1080 image size) to 25 (640 ×  
480 image size) images continuously at  
about 0.5 second intervals.  
Capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo”  
(MB) and the number of recordable  
pictures  
The maximum number of images are  
recorded when you press and hold PHOTO  
fully.  
When the POWER switch is set to  
CAMERA-MEMORY  
1920 × 1920 × 1440 × 640 ×  
1440  
1080  
1080  
480  
EXP. BRKTG (  
)
Records 3 images consecutively with  
different exposures at about 0.5 second  
intervals. You can compare the 3 images  
and select an image recorded at the best  
exposure.  
16MB  
32MB  
64MB  
128MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1GB  
11  
26  
14  
34  
19  
43  
96  
240  
22  
54  
29  
69  
39  
88  
190  
485  
• The flash will not function during continuous  
photo recording.  
• The maximum number of images will be  
recorded in the self-timer mode or when you are  
operating with the Remote Commander.  
• [EXP. BRKTG] will not function when you  
have space for fewer than 3 images remaining  
on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• When you set wide (16:9) ratio of the screen  
you can record 3 images (1920 × 1080 image  
size) continuously.  
45  
105  
59  
135  
78  
175  
390  
980  
91  
215  
115  
280  
155  
355  
780  
1970  
165  
395  
215  
500  
280  
640  
1400  
3550  
335  
435  
570  
2850  
7200  
800 1000 1300  
680 890 1150  
5900  
1600 2100 2650 14500  
QUALITY  
2GB  
1400 1800 2400 12000  
3350 4300 5500 30000  
FINE (  
)
Records still images at the fine image  
quality level.  
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MEMORY SET menu (Continued)  
When the POWER switch is set to  
CAMERA-TAPE or PLAY/EDIT*  
Approximate image size of a picture  
(kB)  
1440 × 1080 × 640 × 640 ×  
4:3 picture  
810  
810  
480  
360  
1920 ×  
1440  
1440 ×  
1080  
1080 ×  
810  
640 ×  
480  
25  
60  
34  
80  
96  
240  
115  
240  
16MB  
32MB  
1380  
580  
800  
350  
450  
190  
150  
60  
51  
120  
69  
160  
190  
485  
240  
485  
16:9 picture  
64MB  
128MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1GB  
100  
240  
135  
325  
390  
980  
490  
980  
1920 ×  
1080  
1440 ×  
810  
640 ×  
360  
205  
490  
280  
650  
780  
1970 1970  
980  
1060  
450  
600  
260  
130  
60  
370  
890 1150  
500  
1400 1750  
3550 3550  
• The table shows the approximate number of still  
images that can be taken for each image size.  
[FINE] is on top, and [STANDARD] is on the  
bottom.  
760 1000  
1800 2400  
2850 3600  
7200 7200  
1550 2100  
5900 7300  
3650 4900 14500 14500  
ALL ERASE  
Deletes all the pictures on a “Memory Stick  
Duo” without image protection, or in the  
selected folder.  
2GB  
3150 4300 12000 15000  
7500 10000 30000 30000  
* The image size is fixed as follows:  
– Images recorded with the POWER switch set  
to CAMERA-TAPE are 1440 × 810 when in  
HDV format or DV format (16:9), and 1080 ×  
810 when in DV format (4:3).  
– Images recorded with the POWER switch set  
to PLAY/EDIT are 1440 × 810 when in HDV  
format, 640 × 360 when in DV format (16:9),  
and 640 × 480 when in DV format (4:3).  
• The number of recordable pictures is shown in  
the table.  
[FINE] is on top, and [STANDARD] is on the  
bottom.  
Select [ALL FILES] or [CURRENT  
FOLDER].  
[ALL FILES]: Deletes all the images on the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
[CURRENT FOLDER]: Deletes all the  
images in the selected folder.  
Touch [YES] twice   
.
• Cancel image protection on the “Memory Stick  
Duo” beforehand when using the “Memory  
Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab (p. 102).  
• The folder will not be deleted even when you  
delete all the pictures in the folder.  
• Do not do any of the following while [  
Erasing all data...] is displayed:  
• When using the “Memory Stick Duo” made by  
Sony Corporation. The number of recordable  
pictures varies depending on the recording  
environment.  
– Operate the POWER switch/operation  
buttons.  
– Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
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FORMAT  
REC FOLDER (Recording folder)  
The supplied or newly purchased “Memory  
Stick Duo” has been formatted at the  
factory, and does not require formatting.  
Select the folder to be used for recording  
with  
/
, then touch  
.
• As the default setting, pictures are saved in the  
101MSDCF folder.  
To execute formatting, touch [YES] twice  
• Once you record a picture in a folder, the  
same folder will be set as the default folder for  
playback.  
.
Formatting is completed, and all the images  
will be deleted.  
• Do not do any of the following while [  
Formatting…] is displayed:  
– Operate the POWER switch/operation  
buttons.  
PB FOLDER (Playback folder)  
Select the playback folder with  
then touch  
/
,
.
– Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Formatting erases everything on the “Memory  
Stick Duo” including protected image data and  
newly created folders.  
FILE NO.  
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  
You can create a new folder (102MSDCF  
to 999MSDCF) on a “Memory Stick  
Duo.” When a folder is full (a maximum  
of 9999 images are stored) a new folder is  
automatically created.  
Touch [YES]   
.
• You cannot delete the created folders using  
your camcorder. You will have to format the  
“Memory Stick Duo” (p. 49), or delete them  
using your computer.  
• The number of recordable pictures on a  
“Memory Stick Duo” may decrease as the  
number of folders increases.  
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PICT.APPLI. menu  
Special effects on pictures or additional  
functions on recording/playback (SLIDE  
SHOW/PICT. EFFECT, etc.)  
D. EFFECT (Digital effect)  
You can add digital effects to your  
recordings.  
The default settings are marked with  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
See page 38 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
.
Touch the desired effect.  
Adjust the effect with  
/
, then  
touch  
.
When you select [STILL], the image when  
FADER  
you touch  
is saved as a still image.  
You can add the following effects to  
currently recording pictures.  
Effect  
Items to adjust  
CINEMA  
EFECT*  
No adjustment  
necessary.  
Select the desired effect, then touch  
Press REC START/STOP.  
.
STILL  
The degree of  
The fader indicator stops flashing and  
disappears when the fade is complete.  
transparency of the  
still image you want  
to superimpose on a  
movie.  
To cancel the operation, touch [OFF] in  
.
step  
FLASH  
The interval of frame-  
by-frame playback.  
STBY  
REC  
TRAIL  
The fade time of the  
incidental image.  
Fading out  
Fading in  
WHITE FADER  
OLD MOVIE*  
No adjustment  
necessary.  
* Available during recording only.  
BLACK FADER  
MOSAIC FADER  
MONOTONE  
Touch  
.
appears.  
To cancel [D. EFFECT], touch [OFF] in  
step  
.
CINEMA EFECT (Cinematic effect)  
You can add a cinematic atmosphere to  
pictures by adjusting the image quality.  
STILL  
When fading in, the picture gradually  
changes from black-and-white to color.  
Records a movie while superimposing it on  
a previously recorded still image.  
When fading out, it gradually changes from  
color to black-and-white.  
FLASH (flash motion)  
Records a movie with a serial-still-image  
effect (strobe effect).  
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TRAIL  
PASTEL  
Records a picture so that an incidental  
image like a trail is left.  
OLD MOVIE  
Adds an old movie effect with a sepia hue  
to pictures.  
Pictures appear as a pale pastel drawing.*  
MOSAIC  
•
•
You cannot change to another digital effect  
while recording pictures on a tape with  
[CINEMA EFECT] selected.  
You cannot record pictures edited using special  
effects on the tape in your camcorder.  
Pictures appear mosaic-patterned.*  
* Available during recording only.  
• You cannot add effects to externally input  
pictures. The playback pictures edited with  
digital effects are output via the HDV/DV  
Interface (i.LINK) jack without effect control.  
• You can save pictures edited using special  
effects on a “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 67) or  
record them on another tape (p. 62).  
• While using the back light function, you cannot  
select [SKINTONE]. And when you use the  
back light function with [PICT.EFFECT] set to  
[SKINTONE], the [SKINTONE] setting will be  
canceled.  
• You cannot add effects to externally input  
pictures. The playback pictures edited with  
picture effects are output via the HDV/DV  
Interface (i.LINK) jack without effect control.  
PICT. EFFECT (Picture effect)  
You can add special effects to a picture  
• You can also record pictures edited using  
special effects on another tape (p. 62).  
during recording or playback.  
appears.  
OFF  
SLIDE SHOW  
Does not use [PICT. EFFECT] setting.  
Plays back the images stored on a  
“Memory Stick Duo,” or in a folder in  
sequence (slide show).  
SKINTONE  
Makes skin texture look more smoother  
and more appealing.  
NEG.ART  
Touch  
Select [ALL FILES ( )] or [CURRNT  
FOLDER ( )], then touch  
[PB FOLDER].  
.
If you select [CURRNT FOLDER ( )],  
all the images in the current playback  
folder selected in [PB FOLDER] (p. 49)  
are played back in sequence.  
The color and brightness are reversed.  
SEPIA  
Pictures appear in sepia.  
Touch [REPEAT].  
Select [ON] or [OFF], then  
.
B&W  
To repeat the slide show, select [ON] ( ).  
Pictures appear in black and white.  
To execute the slide show only once, select  
[OFF].  
SOLARIZE  
Touch [END][START].  
To cancel [SLIDE SHOW], touch [END].  
To pause, touch [PAUSE].  
Pictures appear as an illustration with  
strong contrast.  
• You can select the first picture for the slide  
show with  
[START].  
/
before touching  
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PICT.APPLI. menu (Continued)  
B] and the recording setting changes to  
the registered one. Touch [BACK] to  
register again or touch [END] to finish the  
operation.  
INT.REC-STL  
(Interval photo recording)  
You can record still images on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” at a selected interval.  
This function is useful to observe the  
movement of clouds or the changes in  
daylight, etc.  
• You cannot register the setting while recording.  
• It takes about 4 seconds to change to the  
registered setting.  
• If you register [SHOT TRANS], the [WHITE  
BAL.] setting is also registered at the same  
time.  
• The recording angle varies during [SHOT  
TRANS].  
• Use the tripod because [STEADYSHOT] does  
not function.  
[a]: Recording  
[b]: Interval  
Touch  
or 10 minutes)   
a desired interval time (1, 5  
DEMO MODE  
[ON]   
The default setting is [ON], allowing you  
to view the demonstration in about 10  
minutes, after you have removed both a  
cassette and a “Memory Stick Duo” from  
your camcorder, and slide the POWER  
switch down to turn on the CAMERA-  
TAPE lamp.  
.
Press PHOTO fully.  
stops flashing and the interval still  
image recording starts.  
To cancel [INT.REC-STL], select [OFF]  
in step  
.
• The demonstration will be suspended in  
situations such as those described below.  
– When you touch the screen during the  
demonstration. (The demonstration starts  
again in about 10 minutes.)  
– When a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” is  
inserted.  
– When the POWER switch is set to other than  
CAMERA-TAPE.  
SHOT TRANS  
You can register the settings of focus and  
zoom and then change the recording setting  
from the current one to the registered one,  
resulting in a smooth transition of scenes  
(Shot transition).  
SHOT A  
PictBridge PRINT  
See page 69.  
SHOT B  
STORE  
Set the zoom (p. 24) and focus (p. 25) at  
the desirable setting and press [STORE-  
A]. [SHOT-A] flashes and will be  
registered. Register [STORE-B] as well.  
EXEC  
Touch [NEXT][EXEC-A] or [EXEC-  
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EDIT/PLAY menu  
Settings for editing or playing back  
in various modes (VAR.SPD PB/END  
SEARCH, etc.)  
• Pictures in the HDV format may appear  
distorted during:  
– Picture search  
– Reverse playback  
The default settings are marked with  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
.
See page 38 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
REC CTRL (Movie recording  
control)  
See page 65.  
VAR.SPD PB  
(Various speed playback)  
BURN DVD  
You can play back in various modes while  
viewing movies.  
When your camcorder is connected to a  
Sony VAIO series personal computer, you  
can easily burn the picture recorded on the  
tape on a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to  
DVD”) using this command. See “Creating  
a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”)”  
(p. 77) for details.  
Touch the following buttons during  
playback.  
To  
Touch  
change the  
playback  
direction*  
(frame)  
• The quality of the picture to be copied to DVDs  
is SD (standard definition).  
play back  
slowly**  
To reverse direction :  
END SEARCH  
(frame)   
EXEC  
The most recently recorded picture is  
played back for about 5 seconds and then  
stops automatically.  
play back frame  
by frame  
(frame) during  
playback pause.  
To reverse direction:  
(frame) during  
CANCEL  
Stops [END SEARCH].  
frame playback.  
* Horizontal lines may appear at the top,  
bottom, or in the center of the screen. This  
is not a malfunction.  
**Pictures output from the HDV/DV  
Interface (i.LINK) jack cannot be played  
back smoothly in slow mode.  
Touch  
To return to the normal playback mode,  
touch (Play/Pause) twice (once from  
.
frame playback).  
• You will not hear the recorded sound. You may  
see mosaic-like images of the previously played  
picture.  
• Pictures in the HDV format are not output from  
the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) jack when  
they are paused or played back in other than  
normal playback mode.  
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STANDARD SET menu  
Settings while recording on a tape or other  
basic settings (REC MODE/MULTI-SOUND/  
LCD/VF SET/DISP OUTPUT, etc.)  
camcorder.  
• When [AUTO] is selected and the signal  
switches between HDV and DV formats, the  
picture and sound disappear temporarily.  
• When [i.LINK CONV] is set to [ON  
HDVDV], pictures are output as follows:  
The default settings are marked with  
.
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
See page 38 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
– at [AUTO], an HDV signal is converted to the  
DV format and output; a DV signal is output  
as it is.  
– at [HDV], an HDV signal is converted to the  
DV format and output; a DV signal is not  
output.  
– at [DV], a DV signal is output as it is; an  
HDV signal is not output.  
VCR HDV/DV  
Select the playback signal. Normally select  
[AUTO].  
When the camcorder is connected to  
another device using an i.LINK cable  
(optional), select the signal to be input/  
output from the HDV/DV Interface  
(i.LINK) jack. The selected signal is  
recorded or played back.  
REC FORMAT  
You can select a recording format.  
HDV1080i (  
)
AUTO  
Select to record in the HDV1080i  
specification.  
Select this to play back signals by  
switching the format between HDV and  
DV automatically.  
For an i.LINK connection, select this to  
record/play back signals input/output from  
the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) jack by  
switching the format between HDV and  
DV automatically.  
DV (  
)
Select to record in the DV format.  
• When you output the picture during recording  
simultaneously to a connected device using  
an i.LINK cable (optional), also set [i.LINK  
CONV] accordingly.  
HDV  
DV SET  
Select this to play back the signals in the  
HDV format only.  
REC MODE(Recording mode)  
SP ()  
Records in the SP (Standard Play) mode  
on a cassette.  
For an i.LINK connection, select this to  
record/play back the input/output signals  
in the HDV format only. Select this when  
connecting the camcorder to a computer,  
etc.  
LP ()  
DV  
Increases the recording time to 1.5 times  
the SP mode (Long Play).  
Select this to play back the signals in the  
DV format only.  
• If you record in the LP mode, a mosaic-like  
noise may appear or sound may be interrupted  
when you play back the tape on other  
camcorders or VCRs.  
• When you mix recordings in the SP mode  
and in the LP mode on one tape, the playback  
picture may be distorted or the time code may  
not be written properly between the scenes.  
For an i.LINK connection, select this to  
record/play back the input/output signals  
in the DV format only. Select this when  
connecting the camcorder to a computer,  
etc.  
• Disconnect the i.LINK cable (optional) before  
setting [VCR HDV/DV]. Otherwise, the  
connected device such as a VCR may not be  
able to recognize the video signal from this  
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WIDE SELECT  
You can select the picture size for the TV to  
be connected. Refer also to the instruction  
manuals supplied with your TV.  
AUDIO MIX  
You can monitor the sound recorded on  
the tape using another device with audio  
dubbing during playback.  
60min  
AUDIO MIX  
0:00:00:00  
16:9 WIDE  
You can record the picture for the full  
screen.  
4:3 (  
)
You can record the picture for the normal  
screen.  
Touch  
/
to adjust the balance  
On the LCD screen or viewfinder when  
setting to [16:9 WIDE]  
of the original sound (ST1) and the sound  
recorded afterwards (ST2), then touch  
.
• The original sound (ST1) is output at the default  
setting.  
• The adjusted audio balance returns to the  
default setting when you set the POWER switch  
to OFF (CHG) for more than 12 hours.  
On a 4:3 TV screen*  
VOLUME  
Touch  
/
to adjust the volume.  
On a 16:9 wide TV screen  
MULTI-SOUND  
You can select whether to play back audio  
recorded using other devices with dual  
sound or stereo sound.  
* The playback picture may look different  
depending on the TV connected.  
STEREO  
Plays back with main and sub sound (or  
stereo sound).  
• A recorded [16:9 WIDE] image played back on  
a 4:3 TV has the same width as the original but  
is cropped horizontally. For better viewing on  
the 4:3 TV, set [ WIDE SELECT] to [4:3] on  
your camcorder when recording a picture.  
1
Plays back with main sound or the left  
channel sound.  
AUDIO MODE  
12BIT  
Records in the 12-bit mode (2 stereo  
sounds).  
2
Plays back with sub sound or the right  
channel sound.  
16BIT (  
)
• You can play back, but cannot record a dual  
sound track cassette on your camcorder.  
• The setting returns to [STEREO] when you set  
the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more  
than 12 hours.  
Records in the 16-bit mode (1 stereo  
sound with high quality).  
• When recording in the HDV format, sound is  
automatically recorded in [16BIT] mode.  
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STANDARD SET menu (Continued)  
MIC LEVEL  
LCD/VF SET  
You can adjust the recording sound level  
manually.  
The recorded picture will not be affected  
by this operation.  
AUTO  
LCD BRIGHT  
Select to adjust the recording sound level  
automatically.  
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD  
screen.  
MANUAL  
Touch  
Adjust the brightness with  
Touch  
/
.
/
to adjust the recording  
.
sound level during recording or standby.  
The recording sound level adjustment bars  
appear on the screen. The recording sound  
level increases as the bar goes to the right.  
The recording level meter appears when  
the default setting is changed.  
• You can also turn off the LCD backlight (p.16).  
LCD BL LEVEL  
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD  
screen’s backlight.  
• Use headphones to monitor the sound when  
adjusting it.  
• The setting returns to [AUTO] when you set the  
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than  
12 hours.  
• The limiter in your camcorder enables  
recording with reduced distortion, even if  
you set the recording level too high in the  
[MANUAL] setting. For best results, adjust the  
recording level so as to avoid exceeding 0dB.  
NORMAL  
Standard brightness.  
BRIGHT  
Brightens the LCD screen.  
• When you connect your camcorder to outside  
power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically  
selected for the setting.  
• When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is  
slightly reduced during recording.  
EXT SUR MIC (External surround  
microphone)  
LCD COLOR  
You can adjust the color on the LCD screen  
with  
/
.
WIDE STEREO (  
)
Records 2 channel sound with more  
presence by connecting a microphone  
(optional).  
Low intensity  
High intensity  
STEREO  
VF B.LIGHT  
Records the stereo sound normally.  
You can adjust the brightness of the  
viewfinder.  
• You need a compatible accessory such as the  
ECM-HQP1 microphone (optional) to record  
the sound in the [WIDE STEREO] setting.  
• Sound is recorded in the [STEREO] setting  
if the microphone is not connected, even if  
another setting is selected.  
NORMAL  
Standard brightness.  
BRIGHT  
Brightens the viewfinder screen.  
• When you connect your camcorder to outside  
power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically  
selected for the setting.  
• When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is  
slightly reduced during recording.  
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16:9  
Select to view your pictures on a 16:9  
wide TV.  
COMPONENT  
Select [COMPONENT] when connecting  
your camcorder to a TV with the  
component input jack.  
HDV format pictures DV format pictures  
576i  
Select when connecting your camcorder to  
a TV with the component input jack.  
4:3  
1080i/576i  
Select to view your pictures on a 4:3  
standard TV.  
Select when connecting your camcorder  
to a TV that has the component input jack  
and is capable of displaying the1080i  
signal.  
HDV format  
pictures  
DV format  
pictures  
i.LINK CONV  
When the POWER switch is set to  
CAMERA-TAPE, this setting is effective  
only when [HDV1080i] is selected in [REC  
FORMAT]. When the POWER switch is  
set to PLAY/EDIT, this setting is effective  
only when [AUTO] or [HDV] is selected in  
[VCR HDV/DV].  
USB SELECT  
Select [USB SELECT] to view pictures on  
a computer via the USB cable (supplied)  
(p. 72), or connect your camcorder to a  
PictBridge compliant printer.  
OFF  
Select to output the pictures from the  
HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) jack in  
accordance with the [REC FORMAT] and  
[VCR HDV/DV] settings.  
MEMORY STICK  
Select to view pictures in the “Memory  
Stick Duo.”  
PictBridge PRINT  
See page 69.  
ON HDVDV  
Select to always output the pictures in the  
DV format from the HDV/DV Interface  
(i.LINK) jack.  
DISP GUIDE  
• See [VCR HDV/DV] for information about an  
input signal via an i.LINK connection (p. 54).  
See page 17.  
• Disconnect the i.LINK cable (optional) before  
setting [i.LINK CONV]. Otherwise, the  
connected video device may not be able to  
recognize the video signal from this camcorder.  
STATUS CHECK  
You can check the setup value of the  
following items.  
– [COMPONENT] (p. 57)  
– [i.LINK CONV] (p. 57)  
– [TV TYPE] (p. 57)  
– [VCR HDV/DV] (when setting the POWER  
switch to PLAY/EDIT) (p. 54)  
TV TYPE  
You need to convert the signal depending  
on the TV connected when playing back  
the picture. The recorded pictures are  
played back as following illustrations.  
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Continued   
 
STANDARD SET menu (Continued)  
back.  
appears for a picture recorded using a flash.  
GUIDEFRAME  
•
You can display the frame and check that  
the subject is horizontal or vertical by  
setting [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON]. The  
frame is not recorded. Press DISPLAY/  
BATT INFO to make the frame disappear.  
• In the DATE/TIME data display, the date and  
time are displayed in the same area. If you  
record a picture without setting the clock, [-- --  
----] and [--:--:--] will appear.  
REMAINING  
• Pointing the subject at the cross point of the  
guide frame makes a balanced composition.  
AUTO  
Displays the remaining tape indicator for  
about 8 seconds in situations such as those  
described below.  
• When you set the POWER switch to PLAY/  
EDIT or CAMERA-TAPE with a cassette  
inserted.  
COLOR BAR  
You can display the color bar or record it  
on the tape by setting [COLOR BAR] to  
[ON]. It is convenient to adjust the color on  
the monitor connected.  
• When you touch  
(Play/Pause).  
ON  
DATA CODE  
Always displays the remaining tape  
indicator.  
During playback, displays the information  
recorded automatically (data code) during  
recording.  
REMOTE CTRL (Remote control)  
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to  
use the Remote Commander (p. 32).  
OFF  
Data code is not displayed.  
DATE/TIME  
Displays the date and time.  
• Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from  
responding to a command sent by another VCR  
remote control unit.  
CAMERA DATA (below)  
Displays camera setting data.  
REC LAMP (Recording lamp)  
The camera recording lamp will not light  
up during recording when you set this to  
[OFF]. (The default setting is [ON].)  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
1
2
AUTO  
100 AWB  
3
F1. 8  
9dB  
6
5
4
BEEP  
SteadyShot off*  
Exposure*  
White balance*  
Gain*  
Shutter speed  
Aperture value  
ON  
A melody sounds when you start/stop  
recording, or operate the touch panel.  
OFF  
Cancels the melody.  
* Appears only during tape playback.  
DISP OUTPUT  
• The exposure adjustment value (0EV), a shutter  
speed, and the aperture value appear when still  
images on a “Memory Stick Duo” are played  
LCD PANEL  
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TIME/LANGU. menu  
(CLOCK SET/WORLD TIME/LANGUAGE)  
Shows displays such as the time code on  
the LCD screen and in the viewfinder.  
See page 38 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
V-OUT/PANEL  
Shows displays such as the time code on  
the TV screen, LCD screen, and in the  
viewfinder.  
CLOCK SET  
See page 18.  
WORLD TIME  
MENU ROTATE  
When using your camcorder abroad, you  
can set the time difference by touching  
NORMAL  
Scrolls the menu items downwards by  
touching  
/
, the clock will be adjusted in  
.
accordance with the time difference.  
If you set the time difference to 0, the clock  
returns to the originally set time.  
OPPOSITE  
Scrolls the menu items upwards by  
touching  
.
LANGUAGE  
You can select the language to be used on  
the LCD screen.  
A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off)  
5 min  
You can select from English, Simplified  
English, Traditional-Chinese, Simplified-  
Chinese, French, Spanish, Portuguese,  
German, Dutch, Italian, Greek, Russian,  
Arabic, Persian, or Thai.  
The camcorder is automatically turned off  
when you do not operate your camcorder  
for more than approximately 5 minutes.  
NEVER  
• Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]]  
(simplified English) for when you cannot find  
your native tongue among the options.  
The camcorder is not automatically turned  
off.  
• When you connect your camcorder to a wall  
socket, [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to  
[NEVER].  
CALIBRATION  
See page 108.  
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Customizing Personal  
Menu  
You can add desired menu items to  
Personal Menu, and customize Personal  
Menu settings for each POWER switch  
position. This is convenient if you add  
frequently used menu items to Personal  
Menu.  
Deleting a menu item  
1
Touch  
[P-MENU SET UP]  
[DELETE].  
If the desired menu item is not  
Adding a menu item  
displayed, touch  
/
.
You can add up to 28 menu items for each  
POWER switch position. Delete a less  
important menu item, if you want to add  
more.  
60min  
STBY  
Select button to delete.  
0:00:00  
END  
DISP  
GUIDE  
MENU  
STATUS  
CHECK  
SHUTTR  
SPEED  
1/3  
AE  
SHIFT  
PRGRAM  
AE  
1
Touch  
[P-MENU SET UP]  
[ADD].  
2
3
Touch the menu item that you  
want to delete.  
If the desired menu item is not  
displayed, touch  
/
.
60min  
DELETE  
STBY  
0:00:00  
60min  
STBY  
Select the category.  
0:00:00  
END  
Delete this from  
CAMERA-TAPE mode's  
P-MENU?  
CAMERA SET  
PICT. APPLI.  
EDIT/PLAY  
STANDARD SET  
TIME/LANGU.  
YES  
NO  
OK  
Touch [YES]  
.
2
3
Touch  
/
to select a menu  
category, then touch  
.
• You cannot delete [MENU] and [P-MENU  
SET UP].  
60min  
STBY  
Select the item.  
0:00:00  
END  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
WHITE BAL.  
SHARPNESS  
SHUTTR SPEED  
OK  
Touch  
item, then touch  
/
to select a menu  
[YES]  
.
The menu item is added to the end of  
list.  
60  
 
Arranging the order of menu items  
displayed on Personal Menu  
1
2
Touch  
[P-MENU SET UP]  
[SORT].  
If the desired menu item is not  
displayed, touch  
/
.
Touch the menu item you want to  
move.  
3
4
Touch  
/
to move the menu  
item to the desired place.  
Touch  
.
To sort more items, repeat steps 2 to 4.  
5
Touch [END]  
.
• You cannot move [P-MENU SET UP].  
Initializing the Personal Menu  
settings (Reset)  
Touch  
[P-MENU SET UP]  
[RESET][YES][YES]  
.
If the desired menu item is not displayed,  
touch  
/
.
61  
 
Dubbing to another device such as a VCR, DVD  
recorder, etc.  
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 11).  
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 video equipment  
and the connectors used.  
: Signal flow  
Camcorder  
Cable  
External device  
HDV1080i compatible  
device  
i.LINK cable (optional)  
HD quality *1  
i.LINK jack which is compatible  
with HDV1080i specification is  
required.  
AV device with i.LINK  
jack  
i.LINK cable (optional)  
SD quality *1  
AV device with S VIDEO jack  
A/V connecting cable with  
S VIDEO (optional)  
SD quality *1  
(Red)  
(White)  
(Yellow)  
Do not connect the video plug (yellow).  
AV device with audio/video jacks *2  
A/V connecting cable (supplied)  
SD quality *1  
(Red)  
(White)  
(Yellow)  
*1Pictures recorded in the DV format is played back as SD (standard definition) images regardless of  
connection.  
*2When 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 the white or red plug to the audio jack on the device.  
Jacks on your camcorder  
Open the jack cover and connect the cable.  
62  
 
Using an i.LINK cable (optional)  
The dubbed format differs depending on the video recording format or recording equipment  
format. Select the required settings from the table below and make the menu settings.  
•
Disconnect the i.LINK cable (optional) before changing these menu settings, otherwise the video  
equipment may not correctly identify the video signal.  
Recording equipment  
Menu setting  
Camcorder  
recording  
format  
format  
Copy format  
HDV  
[VCR HDV/DV]  
[i.LINK CONV]  
(p. 57)  
DV format  
–*3  
format*1  
(p. 54)  
Copy HDV  
recording as HDV  
HDV  
HDV  
DV  
HDV  
[OFF]  
Convert HDV  
recording to DV  
[ON HDV  
DV  
DV  
DV  
[AUTO]  
DV]  
Copy DV  
recording as DV  
DV  
[OFF]  
When tape is recorded in both HDV and DV format  
Convert both HDV  
and DV format  
to DV  
[ON HDV  
DV]  
HDV/DV  
DV  
DV  
[AUTO]  
[HDV]  
[DV]  
HDV  
DV  
HDV  
–*2  
–*3  
–*3  
–*2  
DV  
Copy only  
portions recorded  
in HDV format  
[OFF]  
[OFF]  
HDV  
DV  
–*2  
Copy only  
portions recorded  
in DV format  
DV  
*1Equipment compliant with the HDV1080i specification.  
*2Results in a copy without an image (video nor sound is copied).  
*3Picture is not recognized (no recording is made).  
•
•
•
When [VCR HDV/DV] is set to [AUTO] and the signal switches between HDV and DV, the picture and  
sound disappear temporarily.  
When the recorder is an HDR-HC1E, set [VCR HDV/DV] also on the recording device to [AUTO] (p.  
54).  
If the player and the recorder are both HDR-HC1E and connected with the i.LINK cable (optional),  
pictures are not continued smoothly after recording pause or stop.  
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 DV format pictures. The  
audio will not be output when you connect with the S video cable alone.  
63  
Continued   
Dubbing to another device such as a VCR, DVD recorder, etc. (Continued)  
• The following cannot be output via the  
Dubbing to another device  
HDV/DV interface (i.LINK) jack:  
– Indicators  
– Pictures edited with [PICT. EFFECT] (p. 51)  
or [D. EFFECT] (p. 50).  
– Titles that are recorded on other camcorder.  
• To record the date/time and camera settings data  
when connected by the A/V connecting cable  
(supplied), display them on the screen (p. 58).  
• Pictures recorded in the HDV format are not  
output from the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK)  
jack during playback pause or in playback  
modes other than normal playback.  
1
Connect your VCR to your  
camcorder as a recording device.  
See page 62 for connection details.  
• Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL]  
(default setting) when connecting with an  
A/V connecting cable (supplied) (p. 58).  
• Note the following when connecting with an  
i.LINK cable (optional):  
– The recorded picture becomes rough when  
a picture is paused on your camcorder while  
recording to a VCR.  
– Data code (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.  
2
Prepare your VCR 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, video input2,  
etc.).  
• When you use an i.LINK cable (optional),  
the video and sound signals are transmitted  
digitally, producing high quality pictures.  
• When i.LINK cable (optional) is connected, the  
format of the output signal (  
3
Prepare your camcorder for  
playback.  
or  
)will be indicated on the LCD  
screen of your camcorder.  
Insert the recorded cassette.  
Slide the POWER switch down to turn.  
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Set [TV TYPE] according to the  
playback device (TV, etc.) (p. 57).  
4
5
Start the playback on your  
camcorder, and record it on the  
VCR.  
Refer to the operating instructions  
supplied with your recording device for  
details.  
When the dubbing is finished,  
stop your camcorder and the  
VCR.  
64  
 
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.”  
Be sure to insert a cassette or a “Memory  
Stick Duo” for recording in your camcorder  
beforehand.  
Recording movies  
1
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
• You need an i.LINK cable (optional) for this  
operation. You cannot record pictures from any  
jack other than HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK)  
jack.  
• Your camcorder can only record from a  
PAL source. For example, French video or  
TV programs (SECAM) cannot be recorded  
correctly. See page 99 for details on TV color  
systems.  
2
3
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 DV  
format compatible device (p. 54).  
• If you use a 21-pin adaptor to input PAL source,  
you need a dual direction 21-pin adaptor  
(optional).  
HDV1080i  
compatible device  
AV device with  
i.LINK jack  
Connect your VCR as a player to  
your camcorder.  
• When i.LINK cable (optional) 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, however, they will not be  
recorded.)  
HD quality  
SD quality  
to i.LINK (IEEE1394)  
connector  
*
4
5
Insert the cassette into the VCR.  
Operate your camcorder to  
record movies.  
i.LINK cable  
(optional)  
Touch  
[REC PAUSE].  
[  
REC CTRL]  
6
Start playing the cassette on your  
VCR.  
to HDV/DV  
Interface (i.LINK)  
jack  
The picture played on the connected  
device appears on the LCD screen of  
your camcorder.  
:Signal flow  
* i.LINK jack which is compatible with  
HDV1080i specification is required.  
65  
Continued   
 
Recording pictures from a VCR (Continued)  
7
8
Touch [REC START] at the point  
you want to start recording.  
Stop recording.  
When recording on a tape, touch  
(STOP) or [REC PAUSE].  
9
Touch  
.
• You cannot record TV programs from the  
HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) jack.  
• You can record pictures from DV devices only  
in the DV format.  
• Note the following when connecting with an  
i.LINK cable (optional):  
– The recorded picture becomes rough when  
a picture is paused on your camcorder while  
recording to a VCR.  
– You cannot record the picture and sound  
separately.  
– If you pause or stop the recording and restart  
it, the picture may not be recorded smoothly.  
• 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.  
Recording still images  
1
2
Perform steps 1 to 4 in  
“Recording movies.”  
Play the video you want to record.  
The pictures on the VCR appear on the  
screen of your camcorder.  
3
Press PHOTO lightly at the scene  
you want to record. Check the  
image and press it fully.  
66  
Dubbing pictures from a  
tape to a “Memory Stick  
Duo”  
Deleting recorded pictures  
from the “Memory Stick  
Duo”  
You can record still images on a “Memory  
Stick Duo.” Make sure you have a recorded  
tape and a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted  
into your camcorder.  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Touch  
.
101  
2/10  
MEMORY PLAY  
60min  
101–0001  
1920  
Search and record the scene you  
want to record.  
P-MENU  
Touch  
(PLAY) to play back the  
tape, then press PHOTO lightly at the  
scene you want to record. Check the  
image and press it fully.  
3
4
Select a picture you want to  
delete with  
/
.
• To delete all pictures at once, select [  
ALL ERASE] (p. 48).  
• The data code recorded on the tape cannot be  
recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.” The time  
and date the picture is copied on the “Memory  
Stick Duo” will be recorded.  
• Still images will be fixed to image size [1440  
× 810] when playing back in the HDV format.  
Still images will be fixed to image size [640 ×  
360] (16:9) or [640 × 480] (4:3) when playing  
back in the DV format.  
Touch  
[YES].  
• The pictures cannot be restored once they  
are deleted.  
• You can delete pictures on the index screen (p.  
23). You can easily search for the picture to be  
deleted by displaying 6 pictures at once.  
Touch  
want to delete   
[ DELETE] the picture you  
[YES].  
• Pictures cannot be deleted when a “Memory  
Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab is set to  
the write-protect position (p. 102), or when the  
selected picture is protected (p. 68).  
67  
 
Marking images on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” with  
specific information  
Selecting still images for  
printing (Print mark)  
(Image protection/Print mark)  
When you are using a “Memory Stick  
Duo” with the write-protect tab, make sure  
the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick  
Duo” is not set to the write-protect position  
(p. 102).  
The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)  
standard is used to select images for  
printing on your camcorder.  
By marking images that you want to print  
out, you do not need to reselect them when  
you print them out. (You cannot specify the  
number of printouts.)  
Preventing accidental erasure  
(Image protection)  
1
2
3
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
You can select and mark images to prevent  
accidental erasure.  
[PRINT  
Touch  
1
2
3
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
MARK].  
Touch the image that you want to  
print out later.  
Touch  
[PROTECT].  
PRINT MARK  
appears.  
Touch the image that you want to  
protect.  
101–0002  
101  
PROTECT  
2/ 10  
OK  
appears.  
4
Touch  
[END].  
101–0002  
101  
2/ 10  
OK  
• To cancel Print mark, touch the image again to  
cancel Print mark in step 3.  
• Do not mark images on your camcorder if the  
“Memory Stick Duo” already has some images  
with the Print mark put on using other devices.  
This may change the information of the images  
with the Print mark put on using the other  
device.  
4
Touch  
[END].  
• To cancel image protection, touch the image  
again to cancel image protection in step 3.  
68  
 
Printing recorded images  
(PictBridge compliant printer)  
You can print out pictures using a  
that are not PictBridge compatible.  
PictBridge compliant printer without  
connecting the camcorder to a computer.  
Printing  
Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor  
to supply power from the wall socket.  
Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” on which  
still images are stored into your camcorder  
and turn on the power of the printer.  
1
Select the image to be printed  
with  
/
.
2
3
Touch  
[COPIES].  
Connect your camcorder to the  
printer  
Select the number of copies to be  
printed with  
/
.
1
2
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
You can set a maximum of 20 copies of  
one image to be printed.  
4
5
Touch  
[END].  
Touch  
[MENU]  
To print the date on the image, touch  
(STANDARD SET) [USB  
[DATE/TIME][DATE] or  
SELECT] [PictBridge PRINT]  
[DAY&TIME]  
.
.
Touch [EXEC] [YES].  
3
4
Connect the (USB) jack of your  
camcorder to the printer using  
the USB cable (supplied).  
When printing is finished, [Printing...]  
disappears and the image selection  
screen appears again.  
Touch [END] when printing is  
completed.  
Touch  
(PICT.APPLI.)  
[PictBridge PRINT].  
When connection is complete,  
(PictBridge connecting) appears  
on the screen.  
• Refer also to the operating instructions for the  
printer to be used.  
• Do not attempt the following operations when  
is on the screen. The operations may not be  
performed properly.  
101  
1/10  
1920  
PRINT  
101-0001  
END  
– Operating the POWER switch.  
– Disconnect the USB cable (supplied) from  
the printer.  
+
-
SET EXEC  
– Removing the “Memory Stick Duo” from  
your camcorder.  
• If the printer stops working, disconnect the  
USB cable (supplied), turn the printer off and  
on again and restart the operation from the  
beginning.  
One of the images stored on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” will be displayed.  
• We cannot guarantee the operation of models  
69  
Continued   
 
Printing recorded images  
(PictBridge compliant  
printer) (Continued)  
Jacks to connect  
external devices  
• If you print a still image recorded with a 16:9  
ratio, left and right ends of the image may be  
cut off.  
• Some printer models may not support the  
date printing function. Refer to your printer’s  
operating instructions for details.  
• We cannot guarantee the printing of images  
recorded with a device other than your  
camcorder.  
• PictBridge is an industry standard established  
by the Camera & Imaging Products Association  
(CIPA). You can print still images without using  
a computer by connecting a printer directly to  
a digital video camera or digital still camera,  
regardless of model or manufacturer.  
...Open the shoe cover.  
- ...Open the jack cover.  
Active Interface Shoe  
The Active Interface Shoe supplies  
power to optional accessories such as  
a video light, a flash, or a microphone.  
The accessory can be turned on or off  
as you operate the POWER switch on  
your camcorder. Refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with your  
accessory for details.  
• When you connect an accessory, open the  
shoe cover.  
• The Active Interface Shoe has a safety  
device for fixing the installed accessory  
securely. To connect an accessory, press  
down and push it to the end, and then  
tighten the screw. To remove an accessory,  
loosen the screw, and then press down and  
pull out the accessory.  
70  
 
• Connecting with an external device wears  
out the battery pack faster.  
• You cannot use an external flash (optional)  
and the built-in flash at the same time.  
• When an external microphone (optional)  
is connected, it takes precedence over the  
internal microphone (p. 27).  
 (headphones) jack (green)  
• When you use headphones, the speaker on  
your camcorder is silent.  
MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack (red)  
•
This jack works as an input jack for  
an external microphone as well as a  
power-supply jack for a plug-in-power  
microphone. When an external microphone  
(optional) is connected, it takes precedence  
over the internal microphone (p.27).  
•
To fix an external microphone, the optional  
accessory shoe adaptor VCT-55L is  
recommended. Remove the accessory shoe  
adaptor when inserting and removing a  
cassette.  
HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) jack (p.  
62, 77)  
(USB) jack (p. 69, 72)  
COMPONENT OUT jack (p. 34)  
A/V (audio/video) OUT jack (p. 34, 62)  
DC IN jack (p. 11)  
LANC jack (blue)  
•
The LANC control jack is used for  
controlling the tape transport of video  
devices and peripherals connected to it.  
71  
 
Connecting to a  
computer  
When connecting your camcorder to the  
computer, you can operate the followings:  
Copying still images  
to a computer  
System requirements  
For Windows users  
• OS: Windows 2000 Professional/Windows  
Millennium Edition/Windows XP Home  
Edition/Windows XP Professional  
Standard installation is required. Operation is  
not assured if the above OS has been upgraded.  
• CPU: MMX Pentium 200MHz or faster  
• Others: USB port (This must be provided as  
standard)  
Copy the still images on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” to the computer  
p. 72  
Copy the movie in the HDV format on a  
tape to the computer  
p. 75  
Copy the movie in the DV format on a  
tape to the computer  
p. 75  
For Macintosh users  
• OS: Mac OS 9.1/9.2 or Mac OS X (v10.1/  
v10.2/v10.3)  
About connection  
• Others: USB port (This must be provided as  
standard)  
There are 2 ways to connect your  
camcorder to a computer:  
– USB cable (supplied)  
When copying pictures on a “Memory Stick Duo”  
– i.LINK cable (optional)  
Using the USB cable (supplied)  
• You can do this operation with the standard  
driver of your computer. You do not need to  
install a software.  
When copying pictures on a tape  
• If your computer has a Memory Stick slot,  
insert the “Memory Stick Duo” on which  
pictures are recorded into the Memory Stick  
Duo Adaptor (supplied), then insert it into the  
Memory Stick slot on your computer to copy  
still images to the computer.  
• When using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
and your computer is not compatible with it,  
connect your camcorder with the USB cable  
(supplied) instead of using the Memory Stick  
slot on the computer.  
Notes on connecting to a computer  
• When you are using a USB cable (supplied)  
or an i.LINK cable (optional) to connect your  
camcorder to a computer, make sure you  
insert the connector in the correct direction.  
If you insert the connector forcibly, it may be  
damaged, and causes a malfunction of your  
camcorder.  
• You cannot do the followings:  
– Copying pictures on a tape to a computer with  
a USB cable (supplied).  
– Copying pictures on a “Memory Stick  
Duo” to a computer with an i.LINK cable  
(optional).  
• Remove the USB cable according to the correct  
procedure when disconnecting it from the  
computer (p. 74).  
72  
 
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the  
power source (p. 11).  
4
5
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
to USB jack  
USB cable  
(supplied)  
[MENU]  
Touch  
(STANDARD SET) [USB  
SELECT] [MEMORY STICK]  
.
6
7
Connect the USB cable (supplied)  
to the USB jack on your  
camcorder.  
to USB jack  
• Do not connect your camcorder to the computer  
at this point.  
• The computer may not recognize the camcorder  
if you connect them with the USB cable  
(supplied) before turning on your camcorder.  
• Refer to 75 page for the recommended  
connection.  
Connect the other end of the USB  
cable to the USB jack on your  
computer.  
[USB CONNECT] appears on the LCD  
screen of your camcorder.  
It may take some time for the computer  
to recognize the camcorder when you  
connect the USB cable for the first time.  
1
Turn on the computer.  
Close down all applications running on  
the computer.  
For Windows 2000/Windows XP  
Log on as Administrators.  
Copying the pictures  
For Windows users  
Double-click the [Removable Disk] icon  
displayed in [My Computer]. Then, drag  
and drop a picture in the folder onto the  
hard disk drive of your computer.  
2
3
Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into  
your camcorder.  
Prepare the power source for  
your camcorder.  
73  
Continued   
 
Copying still images to a computer (Continued)  
Disconnecting the USB cable  
(supplied)  
For Windows users  
If [USB CONNECT] appears on the LCD  
screen, follow the procedure below to  
disconnect the USB cable.  
Click the [Unplug or eject hardware] icon  
on the task tray.  
Click this icon.  
Folder containing image files recorded  
using other camcorders without the  
folder creation function (for playback  
only)  
task tray  
Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage  
Device-Drive].  
Folder containing image files recorded  
with your camcorder  
Click here.  
When no new folders have been  
created, only [101MSDCF] is  
displayed.  
Folder containing movie data recorded  
using other camcorders without the  
folder creation function (for playback  
only)  
Click [OK].  
Disconnect the USB cable from the  
camcorder and computer.  
Folder  
101MSDCF  
(up to  
999MSDCF)  
stands for any number between  
0001 and 9999.  
File  
Meaning  
If [USB CONNECT] does not appear on  
the LCD screen, do only step above.  
• Remove the USB cable according to the correct  
procedure, otherwise files in the “Memory Stick  
Duo” may not be updated correctly. Also, this  
may cause a malfunction of the “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
Still image  
file  
DSC0  
.JPG  
For Macintosh users  
Double-click the drive icon, then drag and  
drop the desired picture file onto the hard  
disk of your computer.  
74  
 
Copying movies on a  
tape to the computer  
For Macintosh users  
Close down all applications running on the  
computer.  
Drag and drop the drive icon on the  
desktop onto the [Trash] icon.  
Disconnect the USB cable (supplied) from  
the camcorder and computer.  
Connect your camcorder to the computer  
with an i.LINK cable (optional).  
The computer needs to be provided with  
an i.LINK connector and be installed  
with editing software that can copy HDV  
signals. The software required depends on  
the format of the recorded pictures and the  
format for copying to the computer (HDV  
or DV) as shown in the table below.  
• If you are using Mac OS X, turn off the  
computer before disconnecting the USB cable  
and ejecting the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
Format for  
• Do not disconnect the USB cable while the  
access lamp is lit.  
• Make sure to disconnect the USB cable  
(supplied) before turning off your camcorder.  
copying  
to the  
Recorded  
format  
Required software  
computer  
Editing software  
capable of copying  
HDV signal  
Recommended connection  
Connect as shown in the following  
illustrations to operate the camcorder  
correctly.  
• Connect the camcorder to a computer via the  
USB cable (supplied). Make sure no other USB  
devices are connected to the computer.  
• If your computer has a USB keyboard and  
a USB mouse as standard equipment, leave  
them connected and connect the camcorder  
to an available USB jack with the USB cable  
(supplied).  
HDV  
DV  
HDV  
HDV  
DV  
Editing software  
capable of copying  
DV signal  
Editing software  
capable of copying  
DV signal  
DV  
• Refer to the operating instructions of the  
software for the details on image copying.  
• Refer to the operational instruction of the  
editing software for the recommended  
connection.  
• Operation is not guaranteed if you connect two  
or more USB devices to the computer.  
• Operation is not guaranteed if you connect the  
USB cable to the USB jack on a keyboard or  
USB hub.  
• Some editing software on the computer may not  
work correctly.  
• Make sure to connect the cable to the USB jack  
on the computer.  
• Operation is not guaranteed on all the  
recommended environments.  
HDV/DV Interface  
(i.LINK) jack  
i.LINK cable (optional)  
Notes on connecting to the computer  
• Connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to the  
computer first, then to your camcorder.  
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Copying movies on a tape to the computer (Continued)  
Connecting in the opposite order may cause  
static electricity to build up, resulting in a  
malfunction of your camcorder.  
• The computer may hang up or may not  
recognize the signal from your camcorder in the  
following situation.  
– Making the following setup to connect  
your camcorder to a computer that does not  
support the video signal formats that appear  
on the LCD screen of your camcorder display  
(HDV or DV).  
• A tape recorded in the DV format cannot be  
copied in the HDV format to a computer.  
• You can create DVDs from a tape by connecting  
your camcorder to a Sony VAIO series  
computer that has “Click to DVD Ver.2.3”  
or later installed (p. 77). The quality of the  
picture to be copied to DVDs is SD (standard  
definition).  
When copying the movie in the HDV  
format from the computer to your  
camcorder  
• Set [VCR HDV/DV] to [HDV] and [i.LINK  
CONV] to [ON HDVDV] on the  
– Changing the [VCR HDV/DV] and [i.LINK  
CONV] settings on the  
(STANDARD  
SET) menu while connecting with an i.LINK  
cable (optional).  
– Changing the [REC FORMAT] setting on  
(STANDARD SET) menu to copy an HDV  
format tape in the DV format (p. 54, 57).  
the  
(STANDARD SET) menu while  
connecting with an i.LINK cable (optional)  
with the POWER switch set to CAMERA-  
TAPE.  
– Changing the POWER switch position while  
connecting with an i.LINK cable (optional).  
• The format (HDV or DV) of input/output  
signal appears on the LCD screen of your  
camcorder while connecting with an i.LINK  
cable (optional).  
When copying the movie in the DV  
format from the computer to your  
camcorder  
• Set [VCR HDV/DV] to [DV] on the  
(STANDARD SET) menu (p. 54).  
When setting up your camcorder  
The menu settings required depend on the  
format of the recorded pictures and the  
format for copying.  
Copied  
format  
to the  
Recorded  
format  
Menu setting*1  
computer  
[VCR HDV/DV]  
[HDV]  
HDV  
DV  
HDV  
HDV  
DV  
[i.LINK CONV]  
[OFF]  
[VCR HDV/DV]  
[HDV]  
[i.LINK CONV]  
[ON HDV  
DV]  
[VCR HDV/DV]  
[DV]  
[i.LINK CONV]  
[OFF]  
DV  
*1See page 54 for [VCR HDV/DV] and 57 for  
[i.LINK CONV].  
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Creating a DVD (Direct  
Access to “Click to DVD”)  
You can create DVDs from a tape when  
you connect your camcorder to a Sony  
VAIO series computer* with “Click to  
DVD” installed via an i.LINK cable  
(optional). The picture is automatically  
copied and written to a DVD.  
The following procedures describe how to  
create a DVD from a picture recorded on a  
tape. For details of compatible computers,  
operating environment, “Click to DVD,”  
and upgrading to “Click to DVD Ver.2.3”  
or later, visit the following URL:  
to i.LINK (IEEE1394)  
connector  
i.LINK  
cable  
(optional)  
–Europe  
http://www.vaio-link.com/  
–USA  
http://ciscdb.sel.sony.com/perl/select-p-  
n.pl  
–Asia Pacific Regional  
http://www.css.ap.sony.com/  
–Korea  
http://scs.sony.co.kr/  
–Taiwan  
http://vaio-online.sony.com/tw/vaio/  
–China  
http://www.sonystyle.com.cn/vaio/  
–Thailand  
:Signal  
flow  
to HDV/DV Interface  
(i.LINK) jack  
• Images recorded in HDV format are down-  
converted to SD (standard definition) quality  
when copying to DVDs. (They are not copied in  
the HD (high definition) quality.)  
• You can only use an i.LINK cable (optional)  
for this operation. You cannot use a USB cable  
(supplied).  
Using the Direct Access to “Click to  
DVD” function for the first time  
The Direct Access to “Click to DVD”  
function enables you to copy pictures  
recorded on a tape to a DVD easily if your  
camcorder is connected to a computer.  
Before operating the Direct Access to  
“Click to DVD” function, follow the steps  
below to start “Click to DVD Automatic  
Mode Launcher.”  
http://www.sony.co.th/vaio/index.html  
–Latin America  
http://vaio-online.sony.com/  
* Note that you need a computer with a DVD  
drive that can be used to write DVDs, and  
“Click to DVD Ver.2.3” (Sony original  
software) or later installed.  
Turn on the computer.  
Click the start menu, then select [All  
Programs].  
Select [Click to DVD] from the programs  
displayed, then click [Click to DVD  
Automatic Mode Launcher].  
[Click to DVD Automatic Mode  
Launcher] starts up.  
• After you start up [Click to DVD Automatic  
Mode Launcher] once, from then on it starts up  
automatically when you turn on your computer.  
• [Click to DVD Automatic Mode Launcher] is  
set up for each Windows XP user.  
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Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”) (Continued)  
1
2
Turn on the computer.  
8
9
Place a writable DVD in the disc  
drive of the computer.  
Close all applications running with an  
i.LINK.  
Touch [EXEC] on the screen of  
your camcorder.  
Prepare the power source for the  
camcorder.  
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the  
power source since it takes a few hours  
to create a DVD.  
The status of the operation on your  
computer is displayed on the LCD  
screen of your camcorder.  
3
4
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
CAPTURING: The picture recorded  
on the tape is being copied to the  
computer.  
Touch  
[MENU]  
CONVERTING: The picture is being  
converted to the MPEG2 format.  
(STANDARD SET)[i.LINK  
CONV][ON HDVDV]  
.
WRITING: The picture is being written  
onto the DVD.  
5
6
Insert a recorded cassette into  
your camcorder.  
• If you use a DVD-RW/+RW which has  
other data stored on it, the message [This  
is a recorded disc. Delete and overwrite?]  
appears on the LCD screen of your  
camcorder. When you touch [EXEC], the  
existing data is erased and new data is  
written.  
Connect your camcorder to a  
computer via an i.LINK cable  
(optional) (p. 77).  
• When you connect your camcorder to  
a computer, make sure you insert the  
connector in the correct direction. If you  
insert the connector forcibly, it may be  
damaged, and causes a malfunction of your  
camcorder.  
10  
Touch [NO] to finish creating a  
DVD.  
7
Touch  
[MENU]   
(EDIT/PLAY) [BURN DVD]   
.
The disc tray comes out automatically.  
To create another DVD with the same  
content, touch [YES].  
The disc tray comes out. Place a new  
writable DVD in the disc drive. Then,  
repeat step 9 and 10.  
“Click to DVD” starts up and the  
on-screen instructions appear on your  
computer.  
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To cancel the operation  
Touch [CANCEL] on the LCD screen of  
your camcorder.  
• You cannot cancel the operation after  
[Finalizing DVD.] is displayed on the LCD  
screen of your camcorder.  
• Do not disconnect the i.LINK cable (optional)  
or set the POWER switch to another mode on  
your camcorder until the picture is completely  
copied to the computer.  
• When [CONVERTING] or [WRITING] is  
displayed on the screen, capturing of pictures  
has already finished. Even if you disconnect  
the i.LINK cable (optional) or turn off the  
camcorder at this stage, DVD creation will  
continue on your computer.  
• When any of the following occurs, copying of  
the picture is canceled. A DVD containing the  
data up to the point the operation was canceled  
is created. Refer to the help files of “Click to  
DVD Automatic Mode Launcher” for details.  
– When there is a blank portion of 10 seconds  
or longer on the tape.  
– When the data of the tape contains a date  
before the recording date of the later images.  
– When normal and wide size pictures are  
recorded on the same tape.  
• You cannot operate your camcorder in the  
following situations:  
– While playing back a tape  
– While recording images onto a “Memory  
Stick Duo”  
– When “Click to DVD” is started up from the  
computer  
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Troubleshooting  
If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot  
the problem. If the problem persists, remove the power source and contact your Sony dealer.  
Overall operations  
The power does not turn on.  
• The battery pack is discharged, running low, or not attached to the camcorder.  
• Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 11).  
• Use the AC Adaptor to connect to a wall socket (p. 11).  
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.  
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket or remove the battery pack, then reconnect  
it after about 1 minute. If the functions still do not work, press the RESET button (p. 27)  
using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press the RESET button, all settings, including the  
clock setting, are reset, except the Personal Menu items.)  
[DEMO MODE] does not start.  
• Eject the cassette and “Memory Stick Duo” from your camcorder (p. 19, 20).  
The camcorder gets warm.  
• The camcorder may get warmer while you use it. This is not a malfunction.  
Batteries/Power sources  
The power abruptly turns off.  
• When approximately 5 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate your camcorder, the  
camcorder is automatically turned off (A.SHUT OFF). Change the setting of [A.SHUT OFF]  
(p. 59), or turn on the power again (p. 14), or use the AC Adaptor.  
• Charge the battery pack (p. 11).  
The CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged.  
• Slide the POWER switch up to OFF (CHG) (p. 11).  
• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 11).  
• No power is supplied from the wall socket. (p. 11).  
• The battery charge is completed (p. 11).  
The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged.  
• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 11). If the problem persists, disconnect  
the AC Adaptor from the wall socket and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be  
damaged.  
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The power turns off frequently although the remaining battery time indicator  
indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate.  
• A problem has occurred in the remaining battery time indicator, or the battery pack has not  
been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again to correct the indication (p. 11).  
The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.  
• The temperature of the environment is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been  
charged enough. This is not a malfunction.  
• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new  
one. It may be damaged (p. 11, 104).  
• The indicated time may not be correct depending on the environment of use. When you open  
or close the LCD panel, it takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery time.  
The battery pack is quickly discharged.  
• The temperature of the environment is too high or low, or the battery pack has not been  
charged enough. This is not a malfunction.  
• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new  
one. It may be damaged (p. 11, 104).  
A problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor.  
• Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket. Then, connect it  
again.  
LCD screen/viewfinder  
An unknown picture appears on the LCD screen or viewfinder.  
• The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p. 52). Touch the LCD screen or insert a cassette or a  
“Memory Stick Duo” to cancel [DEMO MODE].  
An unknown indicator appears on the screen.  
• Refer to the indicator list (p. 95).  
The picture remains on the LCD screen.  
• This occurs if you disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket or remove the battery  
pack without turning off the power first. This is not a malfunction.  
The buttons do not appear on the touch panel.  
• Touch the LCD screen lightly.  
• Press DISPLAY/BATT INFO on your camcorder (or DISPLAY on the Remote Commander)  
(p. 17).  
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The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not work at all.  
• Adjust the screen ([CALIBRATION]) (p. 108).  
The picture in the viewfinder is not clear.  
• Use the viewfinder lens adjustment lever to adjust the lens (p. 16).  
The picture in the viewfinder has disappeared.  
• Close the LCD panel. The picture is not displayed in the viewfinder when the LCD panel is  
open (p. 16).  
Cassette tapes  
The cassette cannot be ejected from the compartment.  
• Make sure the power source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connected correctly (p. 11).  
• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then attach it again (p. 12).  
• Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 11).  
The cassette is not ejected even when the cassette lid is open.  
• Moisture condensation is starting in your camcorder (p. 107).  
The Cassette Memory indicator or title display does not appear while using a  
cassette with Cassette Memory.  
• This camcorder does not support Cassette Memory, so the indicator does not appear.  
The remaining tape indicator is not displayed.  
• Set [  
REMAINING] to [ON] to always display the remaining tape indicator (p. 58).  
The cassette is noisier during rewinding or fast-forwarding.  
• When using the AC adaptor, rewind/fast forward speed increases (compared with battery  
operation) and therefore increases noise.  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
You cannot operate functions using the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the CAMERA-MEMORY or PLAY/EDIT lamp  
(p. 14).  
• Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder (p. 20).  
• If you use a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted on a computer, format it on your camcorder (p.  
49).  
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Pictures cannot be deleted.  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 102)  
• Cancel image protection on the picture (p. 68).  
• The maximum number of pictures that you can delete at one time is 100.  
You cannot delete all pictures at once.  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 102)  
• Cancel image protection on the pictures (p. 68).  
You cannot format the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 102)  
Image protection cannot be applied.  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 102)  
• Perform the operation again on the index screen (p. 68).  
You cannot mark pictures for print.  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 102)  
• Perform the operation again on the index screen (p. 68).  
• The maximum number of pictures you can mark for print is 999.  
The data file name is not indicated correctly.  
• Only the file name is displayed if the directory structure does not conform to the universal  
standard.  
• The file is damaged.  
• The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 102).  
The data file name flashes.  
• The file is damaged.  
• The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 102).  
Recording  
Refer also to “Adjusting the image during recording” (p. 85) and “Memory Stick Duo”  
section (p. 82).  
The tape does not start when you press REC START/STOP.  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp (p. 22).  
• The tape has reached the end. Rewind it, or insert a new cassette.  
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• Set the write-protect tab to REC or insert a new cassette (p. 100).  
• The tape is stuck to the drum due to moisture condensation. Remove the cassette and leave  
your camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-insert the cassette (p. 107).  
The zoom does not function.  
• You cannot use the zoom while executing [SHOT TRANS].  
You cannot record on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 102)  
• The capacity is full. Delete unnecessary pictures recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p.  
67)  
• Format the “Memory Stick Duo” on your camcorder or insert another “Memory Stick Duo.”  
(p. 49)  
• You cannot record movies with this unit on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-TAPE, you cannot record still images on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” with:  
– [PICT. EFFECT]  
– [D. EFFECT]  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [SUPER NS]  
– When [SHUTTR SPEED] is set to less than 1/25  
– While executing [FADER]  
– [COLOR BAR]  
The recording angle differs depending on the POWER switch setting position.  
• The recording angle when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY is wider than  
when it is set to CAMERA-TAPE.  
You cannot record a smooth transition on a tape from the last recorded scene  
to the next.  
• Note the following.  
– Perform END SEARCH. (p. 31).  
– Do not remove the cassette. (The picture will be recorded continuously without a break  
even when you turn the power off.)  
– Do not record pictures in the HDV and DV formats on the same tape.  
– Do not record pictures in the SP and LP modes on the same tape.  
– Avoid stopping then recording a movie in the LP mode.  
The shutter sound is not heard when you record a still image.  
• Set [BEEP] to [ON] (p. 58).  
The internal flash does not work.  
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• You cannot use the internal flash with:  
– [BURST]  
– When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-TAPE  
– When the optional microphone (ECM-HST1 or ECM-HQP1) is attached  
• Even if auto flashing or  
(Auto redeye reduction) is selected, you cannot use the internal  
flash with:  
– [SPOTLIGHT], [SUNSET&MOON], and [LANDSCAPE] of [PROGRAM AE]  
– [SPOT METER]  
The external flash (optional) does not work.  
• The power of the flash is not turned on, or the flash is not attached correctly.  
• The external flash (optional) does not work when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-  
TAPE.  
[END SEARCH] does not work.  
• The cassette was ejected after recording (p. 31).  
• The cassette is new and has nothing recorded.  
[END SEARCH] does not work correctly.  
• There is a blank section in the beginning or middle of the tape. This is not a malfunction.  
Adjusting the image during recording  
Refer also to “Menu” (p. 89).  
You cannot adjust the exposure manually.  
• You cannot adjust the exposure manually with:  
– NightShot  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [CINEMA EFECT] of [D. EFFECT]  
– [COLOR BAR]  
– When the AUTO LOCK switch is set to ON (p. 25)  
• If you set [PROGRAM AE], the exposure is canceled.  
The TELE MACRO button does not function.  
• You cannot use the TELE MACRO function together with:  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
– When recording a movie on a tape.  
The auto focus does not function.  
• Set the FOCUS/ZOOM switch to AUTO to enable auto focus (p. 25).  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
• The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p. 25).  
The focus does not function.  
• You cannot operate focus while executing [SHOT TRANS].  
[STEADYSHOT] does not function.  
• Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 46).  
• [STEADYSHOT] does not function during [SHOT TRANS] (p. 52).  
The BACK LIGHT function does not function.  
• The BACK LIGHT function is canceled when you select [SPOT METER] (p. 42).  
• You cannot use the BACK LIGHT function when the exposure is anything other than the  
automatic mode.  
[DIGITAL ZOOM] does not function.  
• You cannot use [DIGITAL ZOOM] together with:  
– TELE MACRO  
– When the setting is being stored in [SHOT TRANS]  
Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the screen.  
• The spots appear when you are recording in [SUPER NS] or [COLOR SLOW S]. This is not  
a malfunction.  
The subjects passing by the frame might appear crooked.  
• This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Because of the way  
the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the subjects passing by the frame  
rapidly might crooked depending on the recording conditions.  
The color of the picture is not correctly displayed.  
• Deactivate the NightShot function (p. 24).  
The picture appears too dark on the screen, and the subject does not appear  
on the screen.  
• The LCD backlight is turned off. Press and hold DISPLAY/BATT INFO for a few seconds to  
turn on the backlight (p. 16).  
The picture appears bright, horizontal bands appear, or changes in color  
occurs.  
• This occurs when recording pictures under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury  
lamp. This is not a malfunction. Cancel [PROGRAM AE] (p.42) to lessen the symptom.  
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Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.  
• Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] (p. 46).  
Tiny spots in white appear on the screen.  
• The spots appear at a slower shutter speed. This is not a malfunction.  
Picture appears too bright on the screen, and the subject does not appear on  
the screen.  
• Cancel the BACK LIGHT function (p. 25).  
Playback  
If you are playing back the pictures stored on a “Memory Stick Duo,” refer also to the  
“Memory Stick Duo” section (p. 82).  
You cannot play back the tape.  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
• Rewind the tape (p. 23).  
Cannot play back in reverse direction.  
• Reverse playback is not possible with the tape recorded in the HDV format.  
The pictures stored on a “Memory Stick Duo” are not played back in the actual  
size or aspect ratio.  
• Pictures recorded on other devices may not appear in the actual size. This is not a  
malfunction.  
Image data stored on a “Memory Stick Duo” cannot be played back.  
• You cannot see movies recorded with other camcorder on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Image data cannot be played back if you have modified files or folders, or have edited the  
data on a computer. (The file name flashes in that case.) This is not a malfunction (p. 103).  
• Pictures recorded on other devices may not be played back. This is not a malfunction (p.  
103).  
Horizontal lines appear on the picture.The displayed pictures are not clear or  
do not appear.  
• Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 107).  
You cannot hear the sound recorded with 4CH MIC REC on another camcorder.  
• Adjust [  
AUDIO MIX] (p. 55).  
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Fine patterns flicker, diagonal lines look jagged.  
• Adjust [SHARPNESS] to the  
(soften) side (p. 43).  
No sound or only a low sound is heard.  
• Set [MULTI-SOUND] to [STEREO] (p. 55).  
• Turn up the volume (p. 23).  
• Adjust [  
AUDIO MIX] from the [ST2] (additional sound) side until the sound is heard  
appropriately (p. 55).  
• When you are using an S VIDEO plug or component video cable (supplied), make sure the  
red and white plugs of the A/V connecting cable are connected as well (p. 34).  
The picture or sound breaks off.  
• The tape was recorded in both HDV and DV formats. This is not a malfunction.  
The sound breaks off.  
• Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 107).  
“---” is displayed on the screen.  
• The tape you are playing was recorded without setting the date and time.  
• A blank section on the tape is being played.  
• The data code on a tape with a scratch or noise cannot be read.  
Noises appear and  
or  
is displayed on the screen.  
• The tape was recorded in a TV color system other than that of your camcorder (PAL). This is  
not a malfunction (p. 99).  
Date Search does not work correctly.  
• If one day’s recording is less than 2 minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the  
point where the recording date changes.  
• There is a blank section in the beginning or middle of the tape. This is not a malfunction.  
No picture appears during END SEARCH or Rec Review.  
• The tape was recorded in both HDV and DV formats. This is not a malfunction.  
Cannot view the picture on the TV connected with the i.LINK cable (optional).  
• You cannot view the picture in the HD (high definition) quality on the TV which is not  
compatible with the HDV1080i specification (p. 34). Refer to the instruction manuals  
supplied with your TV.  
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Cannot view the picture or hear the sound on the TV connected with the  
component video cable (supplied).  
• Set [COMPONENT] on the  
the connected device (p. 57).  
(STANDARD SET) menu according to the requirements of  
• When you are using the component video cable (supplied), make sure the red and white  
plugs of the A/V connecting cable are connected (p. 34).  
The picture appears distorted on the 4:3 TV.  
• This happens when viewing a picture recorded in the 16:9 wide mode on a 4:3 TV. Set [TV  
TYPE] on the  
(STANDARD SET) menu (p. 57) and play back the picture.  
• Before recording, select [DV SET] from the  
WIDE SELECT] to [4:3] (p. 55).  
(STANDARD SET) menu and set [  
appears on the LCD screen.  
• This appears when you play back a tape recorded on other recording devices using a 4ch  
microphone (4CH MIC REC). This camcorder does not comply with the 4ch microphone  
recording standard.  
Remote Commander  
The supplied Remote Commander does not function.  
• Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [ON] (p. 58).  
• Remove any obstructions between the Remote Commander and the remote sensor.  
• Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead  
lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly.  
• Insert a new battery. Insert a battery into the battery holder with the +/– polarities correctly  
matching the +/– marks. (p. 109).  
• Remove the conversion lens (optional) as the remote sensor may be obstructed by it.  
Another VCR malfunctions when you use the supplied Remote Commander.  
• Select a commander mode other than VTR 2 for your VCR, or cover the sensor of your VCR  
with black paper.  
Menu  
Menu items are grayed out.  
• You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback situation.  
You cannot use [PROGRAM AE].  
• You cannot use [PROGRAM AE] together with:  
– NightShot  
– [COLOR BAR]  
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– [OLD MOVIE] or [CINEMA EFECT] of [D. EFFECT]  
– TELE MACRO  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– When the AUTO LOCK switch is set to ON (p. 25)  
You cannot use [SPOT METER].  
• You cannot use [SPOT METER] together with:  
– NightShot  
– [COLOR BAR]  
– [CINEMA EFECT] of [D. EFFECT]  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– When the AUTO LOCK switch is set to ON (p. 25)  
• If you set [PROGRAM AE], [SPOT METER] is automatically set to [AUTO].  
[WHITE BAL.] does not function.  
• You cannot use [WHITE BAL.] together with:  
– NightShot  
– [COLOR BAR]  
– When the AUTO LOCK switch is set to ON (p. 25)  
You cannot adjust [SHARPNESS].  
• You cannot adjust [SHARPNESS] with:  
– [COLOR BAR]  
– CINEMA EFECT] of [D. EFFECT]  
[SHUTTR SPEED] cannot be adjusted manually.  
• You cannot adjust [SHUTTR SPEED] with:  
– NightShot  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
– [COLOR BAR]  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [OLD MOVIE] or [CINEMA EFECT] of [D. EFFECT]  
– [SPOT METER]  
– When the exposure is anything other than the automatic mode  
– When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY  
– When the AUTO LOCK switch is set to ON (p. 25)  
• When [PROGRAM AE] is set, [SHUTTR SPEED] returns to [AUTO].  
[AE SHIFT] cannot be operated.  
• You cannot use [AE SHIFT] together with:  
– [COLOR BAR]  
– [CINEMA EFECT] of [D. EFFECT]  
– When the exposure is anything other than the automatic mode  
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You cannot use [SPOT FOCUS].  
• You cannot use [SPOT FOCUS] together with:  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
– [COLOR BAR]  
– When the FOCUS/ZOOM switch is set to AUTO  
[COLOR SLOW S] does not operate correctly.  
• You cannot use [COLOR SLOW S] together with:  
– [FADER]  
– [D. EFFECT]  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
– [SHUTTR SPPED]  
– [COLOR BAR]  
– NightShot  
– [SPOT METER]  
– When the exposure is anything other than the automatic mode  
[HISTOGRAM] is not displayed.  
• [HISTOGRAM] is not displayed in the following.  
– While using expanded focus  
– While displaying the date and time  
•
indicator appears and [HISTOGRAM] is not displayed in the following.  
– While using [DIGITAL ZOOM]  
– While using [D.EFFECT]  
– While using [COLOR BAR]  
You cannot use [FADER].  
• You cannot use [FADER] together with:  
– [SELF-TIMER]  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [D. EFFECT]  
– [COLOR BAR]  
– [SUPER NS]  
You cannot use [D. EFFECT].  
• You cannot use [D. EFFECT] together with:  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [FADER]  
– When [SHUTTR SPEED] is set to less than 1/25  
– [COLOR BAR]  
– [SUPER NS]  
• You cannot use [OLD MOVIE] together with:  
– [PICT. EFFECT]  
– When [SHUTTR SPEED] is set to [MANUAL]  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
– When [  
WIDE SELECT] of [DV SET] is set to [4:3]  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
• You cannot use [CINEMA EFECT] together with:  
– When the exposure is anything other than the automatic mode  
– Other than 0 in [AE SHIFT]  
– [PICT. EFFECT]  
– When [  
WIDE SELECT] of [DV SET] is set to [4:3]  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
– [SPOT METER]  
– When [SHUTTR SPEED] is set to [MANUAL]  
You cannot use [PICT. EFFECT] .  
• You cannot use [PICT. EFFECT] together with:  
– [COLOR BAR]  
– [OLD MOVIE] or [CINEMA EFECT] of [D. EFFECT]  
• [PICT. EFFECT] cannot be set to [SKINTONE] while using the BACK LIGHT function.  
You cannot use [SHOT TRANS].  
• You cannot use [SHOT TRANS] together with:  
– NightShot  
– [COLOR BAR]  
Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other devices  
Pictures from connected devices are not displayed on the LCD screen or the  
viewfinder.  
• Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] (p. 58).  
• You cannot input a signal to your camcorder if you press DISPLAY/BATT INFO while  
[DISP OUTPUT] is set to [V-OUT/PANEL] (p. 58).  
Pictures from connected devices cannot be zoomed.  
• You cannot zoom the pictures from connected devices on your camcorder (p. 26).  
Time code and other information appear on the display of the connected  
device.  
• Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] while connected with an A/V connecting cable (p.  
58).  
You cannot dub correctly using the A/V connecting cable.  
• You cannot input externally from a device connected with the A/V connecting cable.  
• The A/V connecting cable is not connected properly.  
Make sure that the A/V connecting cable is connected to the input jack of another device for  
dubbing a picture from your camcorder.  
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When connected using an i.LINK cable (optional), no picture appears on the  
monitor screen during dubbing.  
• Set [VCR HDV/DV] on the  
the connected device (p. 54).  
(STANDARD SET) menu according to the requirements of  
You cannot add sound to the recorded tape.  
• You cannot add sound to the recorded tape on this unit.  
New sound added to a recorded tape on another camcorder is not heard.  
• Adjust [ AUDIO MIX] from the [ST1] (original sound) side until the sound is heard  
appropriately (p. 55).  
Still pictures cannot be dubbed from a tape to a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• You cannot record or a distorted picture may be recorded if the tape has been used repeatedly  
for recording.  
You cannot input pictures.  
• You cannot input pictures while [DISP OUTPUT] is set to [V-OUT/PANEL] (p. 58).  
• You cannot input pictures if you press DISPLAY/BATT INFO.  
Connecting to a computer  
The computer does not recognize your camcorder.  
• Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, then connect it again securely.  
• Disconnect USB devices other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the  
(USB) jack on the computer.  
• Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer, then connect  
them again correctly.  
You cannot monitor video that the camcorder is capturing.  
• Disconnect the cable from the computer, turn on the camcorder, then connect it again.  
You cannot view the video recorded on a tape on the computer.  
• Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again.  
• Connect the i.LINK cable (optional) because you cannot copy pictures with the USB cable  
(supplied).  
You cannot view the video and still images recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo”  
on the computer.  
• Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” in the correct direction, then push it all the way in.  
• You cannot use an i.LINK cable (optional). Connect the camcorder and the computer using  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
the USB cable (supplied).  
• The computer does not recognize the “Memory Stick Duo” during camcorder operations  
such as tape playback or editing. Finish any camcorder operations before connecting the  
camcorder to the computer.  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp, then set [USB SELECT] to  
[MEMORY STICK].  
[Removable Disk] does not appear on the computer screen.  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp, then set [USB SELECT] to  
[MEMORY STICK].  
• Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder.  
• Disconnect the USB device other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the  
(USB) jack on the computer.  
• The computer does not recognize the “Memory Stick Duo” during camcorder operations  
such as tape playback or editing. Finish camcorder operations before connecting the  
camcorder to the computer.  
You cannot copy video and still images to the computer.  
• Display pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” with the following procedures for the  
Windows computer.  
1 Double-click [My Computer].  
2 Double-click the icon for the newly recognized drive [Removable Disk]. It may take  
some time until the drive is recognized.  
3 Double-click the desired image file.  
The file copied from the computer is not copied to the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• The USB cable (supplied) is not removed with the right procedure. Connect your camcorder  
to the computer and transfer the data (p. 72).  
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Warning indicators and messages  
Self-diagnosis display/Warning  
indicators  
101-1001(Warning indicator  
pertaining to files)  
• The file is damaged.  
• The file is unreadable (p. 102).  
If indicators appear on the LCD screen or  
in the viewfinder, check the following.  
Some symptoms you can fix by yourself.  
If the problem persists even after you have  
tried a couple of times, contact your Sony  
dealer or local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
(Battery level warning)  
• The battery pack is nearly used up.  
• Depending on the operating,  
environment, or battery conditions,  
may flash, even if there are  
approximately 5 to 10 minutes  
remaining.  
C:(or E:) :(Self-diagnosis  
display)  
C:04:  
• The battery pack is not an  
(Moisture condensation warning)*  
• Eject the cassette, remove the power  
source, and then leave it for about 1  
hour with the cassette lid open (p. 107).  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. Use an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 104).  
• Connect the DC plug of the AC  
Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your  
camcorder securely (p. 11).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
“Memory Stick Duo”)  
C:21:  
• Moisture condensation has occurred.  
Remove the cassette and leave your  
camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-  
insert the cassette (p. 107).  
• “Memory Stick Duo” is not inserted (p.  
20).  
(Warning indicators pertaining to  
“Memory Stick Duo”)*  
C:22:  
• Clean the head using a cleaning  
cassette (optional) (p. 107).  
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is damaged.  
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is not  
formatted correctly (p. 49).  
C:31:/ C:32:  
• Symptoms that are not described above  
have occurred. Remove and insert the  
cassette, then operate your camcorder  
again. Do not perform this procedure if  
moisture starts to condense (p. 107).  
• Remove the power source. Reconnect  
it again and operate your camcorder  
again.  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”)*  
• An incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”  
is inserted (p. 102).  
(Warning indicators pertaining to  
the tape)  
• Change the cassette. Press RESET (p.  
27), and operate your camcorder again.  
Slow flashing:  
• There is less than 5 minutes remaining  
on the tape.  
• No cassette is inserted.*  
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is  
E:61:/ E:62:/ E:91:  
• Contact your Sony dealer or local  
authorized Sony service facility. Inform  
them of the 5-digit code, which starts  
from “E.”  
set to lock (p. 100).*  
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Warning indicators and messages (Continued)  
Fast flashing:  
• The tape has run out.*  
does not disappear.  
* You hear a melody when the warning indicators  
appear on the screen (p. 58).  
(Eject cassette warning)*  
Slow flashing:  
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is  
set to lock (p. 100).  
Description of warning  
messages  
Fast flashing:  
• Moisture condensation has occurred (p.  
107).  
If messages appear on the screen, follow  
the instructions.  
• The self-diagnosis display code is  
displayed (p. 95).  
Battery  
Use the “ InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
(p. 104).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
image deletion)*  
• The image is protected (p. 68).  
Battery level is low.  
• Change the battery (p. 11, 104)  
(Warning indicator pertaining  
to the write-protect of the “Memory  
Stick Duo”)*  
Old battery. Use a new one (p. 104).  
• The write-protect tab on the “Memory  
Stick Duo” is set to lock (p. 102).  
Re-attach the power source (p. 11).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
the flash)  
Moisture condensation  
Slow flashing:  
• Still charging  
  
Moisture condensation. Eject the  
cassette (p. 107).  
Fast flashing:  
• The self-diagnosis display code is  
displayed (p. 95).*  
• There is something wrong with the  
flash.  
Moisture condensation.Turn off  
for 1H (p. 107).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
camera-shake warning)  
Cassette/Tape  
• The amount of lights is not sufficient,  
so camera-shake easily occurs. Use  
the flash.  
Insert a cassette (p. 19).  
• The camcorder is unsteady, so  
camera-shake easily occurs. Hold the  
camcorder steady with both hands and  
shoot the image. However, note that  
the camera-shake warning indicator  
Reinsert the cassette.  
• Check if the cassette is damaged.  
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  
The tape is locked - check the  
tab (p. 100).  
Cannot record. Reinsert the Memory  
Stick (p. 20).  
The tape has reached the end.  
No file.  
• Rewind or change the tape.  
• No file is recorded or there is no  
readable file on the “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
Memory Stick folders are full.  
Insert a Memory Stick (p. 20).  
• You cannot create folders exceeding  
999MSDCF. You cannot delete created  
folders using your camcorder.  
• You will have to format the “Memory  
Stick Duo” (p. 49), or delete them  
using your computer.  
Reinsert the Memory Stick.  
• Reinsert the “Memory Stick Duo” a  
few times. If even then the indicator  
flashes, the “Memory Stick Duo”  
might be damaged. Try with another  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
Cannot record still images on  
Memory Stick (p. 84).  
This is a read-only Memory Stick.  
PictBridge compliant printer  
• Insert a writable “Memory Stick Duo.”  
Incompatible type of Memory  
Stick.  
Check the connected device.  
• Switch off the printer and switch it on  
again, then disconnect the USB cable  
(supplied) and reconnect it.  
• A type of “Memory Stick Duo”  
incompatible with your camcorder is  
inserted (p. 102).  
Connect the camcorder to a  
PictBridge compatible printer.  
This Memory Stick is not  
formatted correctly.  
• Switch off the printer and switch it on  
again, then disconnect the USB cable  
(supplied) and reconnect it.  
• Check the format, then format the  
“Memory Stick Duo” as necessary (p.  
49, 102).  
Error. Cancel the task.  
Cannot record.The Memory Stick is  
full.  
• Check the printer.  
• Delete unnecessary images (p. 67).  
Cannot print. Check the printer.  
• Switch off the printer and switch it on  
again, then disconnect the USB cable  
(supplied) and reconnect it.  
The Memory Stick is locked.  
Check the tab (p. 102).  
Cannot playback. Reinsert the  
Memory Stick (p. 20).  
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Warning indicators and messages (Continued)  
Flash  
Charging… Cannot record still  
images.  
• You are trying to record a still image  
while charging the flash (optional)  
Microphone attached. Cannot use  
flash.  
Others  
Cannot record due to copyright  
protection (p. 100).  
Change to correct tape format.  
• The pictures cannot be played back  
because of an incompatible format.  
No output image in “VCR HDV/DV”.  
Change format.  
• Stop the playback or signal input, or  
change the [VCR HDV/DV] setting (p.  
54).  
Dirty video head. Use a cleaning  
cassette (p. 107).  
Invalid in AUTO LOCK mode (p. 25).  
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Using your camcorder  
abroad  
Power supply  
Viewing DV format pictures recorded  
in DV format  
You need the TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO  
input jack.  
You can use your camcorder in any  
countries/regions using the AC Adaptor  
supplied with your camcorder within the  
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range.  
Simple setting of the clock by time  
difference  
You can easily set the clock to the local  
time by setting a time difference when  
using your camcorder abroad. Select  
On TV color systems  
Your camcorder is a PAL system-based  
camcorder. If you want to view the  
playback picture on a TV, it must be a PAL  
system-based TV (see following list).  
[WORLD TIME] in the  
(TIME/  
LANGU.) menu, then set the time  
difference (p. 59).  
System  
Used in  
PAL  
Australia, Austria, Belgium,  
China, Czech Republic,  
Denmark, Finland, Germany,  
Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary,  
Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New  
Zealand, Norway, Poland,  
Portugal, Singapore, Slovak  
Republic, Spain, Sweden,  
Switzerland, Thailand, United  
Kingdom, etc.  
PAL - M  
PAL - N  
SECAM  
Brazil  
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay.  
Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran,  
Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine,  
etc.  
NTSC  
Bahama Islands, Bolivia,  
Canada, Central America,  
Chile, Colombia, Ecuador,  
Guyana, Jamaica, Japan, Korea,  
Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan,  
the Philippines, the U.S.A.,  
Venezuela, etc.  
Viewing HDV format pictures recorded  
in HDV format  
You need an HDV1080i compatible TV  
(or monitor) with a component jack and  
AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.  
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HDV format and recording/playback  
Your camcorder is capable of recording in  
both HDV and DV formats.  
Copyright signal  
When you play back  
You can use mini DV format cassettes only.  
Use a cassette with the mark.  
If the cassette you play back on your  
camcorder contains copyright signals, you  
cannot copy it to a tape in another video  
camera connected to your camcorder.  
is a trademark.  
Your camcorder is not compatible with  
cassettes with Cassette Memory.  
When you record  
You cannot record software on your  
camcorder that contains copyright control  
signals for copyright protection of  
software. [Cannot record due to copyright  
protection.] appears on the LCD screen, or  
on the viewfinder if you try to record such  
software. Your camcorder does not record  
copyright control signals on the tape when  
it records.  
What is the HDV (  
format?  
The HDV format is a video format  
developed to record and play back digital  
high definition (HD) video signals on a DV  
cassette.  
Your camcorder adopts the Interlace mode  
with 1080 effective scan lines of screen  
ruling (1080i, number of pixels 1440 ×  
1080 dots).  
The video bit rate for recording is about  
25 Mbps.  
i.LINK is adopted for the digital interface,  
enabling a digital connection with an HDV  
compatible TV or computer.  
• 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.  
)
Notes on use  
When not using your camcorder for a  
long time  
Remove the cassette and store it.  
To prevent accidental erasure  
Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to  
set it to SAVE.  
Playback  
• Your camcorder can play back pictures  
in both the DV format and HDV1080i  
specification.  
• Your camcorder can play back pictures  
recorded in the HDV 720/30p format,  
but cannot output it from the HDV/DV  
Interface (i.LINK) jack.  
REC: The cassette can be  
recorded.  
SAVE: The cassette cannot  
be recorded (write-protected).  
REC  
SAVE  
When labeling the cassette  
Be sure to place the label only on  
the locations shown in the following  
illustration so as not to cause a malfunction  
of your camcorder.  
To prevent a blank section from being  
made on the tape  
Go to the end of the recorded section using  
END SEARCH (p. 31) before you begin  
the next recording when you have played  
back the tape.  
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Do not put a label  
along this border.  
On HDV1080i specification compliant  
TVs  
An HDV format compatible TV with the  
component input jack is required to view  
playback pictures recorded in the HDV  
format. See the table below for the main  
2004/05 models.  
Labeling position  
After using the cassette  
Sony TV models  
Rewind the tape to the beginning to avoid  
distortion of the picture or the sound. The  
cassette should then be put in its case, and  
stored in an upright position.  
KDL-L42MRX1, KLV-L42MRX1,  
KDL-L32MRX1, KLV-L32MRX1,  
KLV-L32M1, KLV-L32M1, KDE-P42MRX1,  
KE-P42MRX1, KDE-P42XS1, KE-P42XS1,  
KDE-P37XS1, KE-P37XS1, KE-P42M1,  
KE-P37M1, KDS-R60A10, KDS-R50A10,  
KDF-E50A10, KDF-E42A10, KDL32XBR950,  
KLV-L32MRX1, KLV-32M1, KE-MX42N1,  
KE-MX42K1, KE-MX42S1, KE-MX42A1,  
KE-MX42M1, KE-MX32N1, KE-MX32K1,  
KE-MX32S1, KE-MX32A1, KE-MX32M1,  
KE-P42M1, KE-MV42A1, KE-MV42M1,  
KV-DA32M84, KV-DA32M94, KV-DA32M86,  
KV-DA32M66, KV-DA32M64, KV-DA32M36,  
KV-DA32K94L, KV-DA32K94B,  
When cleaning the gold-plated  
connector  
Generally, clean the gold-plated connector  
on a cassette with a cotton-wool swab after  
every 10 times it has been ejected.  
If the gold-plated connector on the cassette  
is dirty or dusty, the remaining tape  
indicator may not be indicated correctly.  
KV-DA34M80, KV-DA34X80, KV-DA34N90,  
KV-DA34M81, KV-DA34M86, KV-DA34M61,  
KV-DA34M80, KV-DA34M50, KV-DA29M80,  
KV-DA29MX80, KV-DA29N90,  
KV-DA29M90, KV-DA29M81, KV-DA29M86,  
KV-DA29M61, KV-DA29M60, KV-DA29M80,  
KV-DA29M50, KV-DA29M31,  
Gold-plated connector  
KV-DA29K90L, KV-DA29K90B,  
KP-FW51M90A, KP-FW46M90A,  
KP-FW46X90A, KP-FX43M90A,  
KDF-60WE610K, KDF-50WE610K,  
KDF-42WE610K, KF-WS60M90,  
KF-WE50M90, KF-WE42M90,  
KDF-60WF655K, KDF-55WF655K,  
KS-R60A10, KS-R50A10, KF-E50A10,  
KF-E42A10, KDS-R60A10, KDS-R50A10,  
KDF-E50A10, KDF-E42A10  
As of 1st of June, 2005 (including models  
on sale in the near future)  
• Some models are not available depending on  
the country or region.  
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About the “Memory Stick”  
A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable  
IC recording medium with a data capacity  
that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk.  
You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo,”  
which is about the half size of a standard  
“Memory Stick” in your camcorder.  
However, appearance on the list below does  
not guarantee the operation of all types of  
“Memory Stick Duo” in your camcorder.  
the combination of the “Memory Stick” and  
“Memory Stick” compliant product you use.  
On a “Memory Stick Duo” with a  
write-protect tab  
You can prevent accidental erasure of  
images when you slide the write-protect tab  
on the “Memory Stick Duo” with a small  
tapered object, to the write-protect position.  
The “Memory Stick Duo” supplied with  
your camcorder is not equipped with a  
write-protect tab.  
Recording/  
Playback  
Types of “Memory Stick”  
“Memory Stick” (without  
MagicGate)  
“Memory Stick Duo” (without  
MagicGate)*1  
–
Notes on use  
Image data may be damaged in the  
following cases. Compensation for  
damaged image data will not be made.  
“MagicGate Memory Stick”  
–
• If you eject the “Memory Stick Duo,” turn  
the power off on your camcorder, or remove  
the battery pack for replacement while your  
camcorder is reading or writing image files  
on the “Memory Stick Duo” (while the access  
lamp is lit or flashing).  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
(with MagicGate)*1  
*2*3  
“MagicGate Memory Stick  
Duo” *1  
*3  
• If you use the “Memory Stick Duo” near  
magnets or magnetic fields.  
“Memory Stick PRO”  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” *1  
–
*2*3  
It is recommended you make a back-up  
of important data on the hard disk of a  
computer.  
*1 A “Memory Stick Duo” is about half the size of  
a standard “Memory Stick.”  
*2 The types of “Memory Stick” that support high  
speed data transfer. The speed of data transfer  
varies depending on the device to be used.  
On handling a “Memory Stick”  
Keep the following in mind when handling  
a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Be careful not to apply excessive force when  
writing on a memo area on a “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
*3  
“MagicGate” is a copyright protection  
technology that records and transfers the  
contents in an encrypted format. Note that data  
that uses “MagicGate” technology cannot be  
recorded or played on your camcorder.  
• Do not attach a label or the like on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” or a Memory Stick Duo adaptor.  
• Still image format: Your camcorder compresses  
and records image data in the JPEG (Joint  
Photographic Experts Group) format. The file  
extension is “.JPG.”  
• When you carry or store a “Memory Stick  
Duo,” put it in its case.  
• Do not touch, or allow metallic objects to come  
into contact with the terminals.  
• File names of still images:  
– 101- 0001: This file name appears on the  
screen of your camcorder.  
– DSC00001.JPG: This file name appears on  
the display of a computer.  
• Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory  
Stick Duo.”  
• Do not let the “Memory Stick Duo” get wet.  
• A “Memory Stick Duo” formatted by a  
computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have  
guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder.  
• Be careful to keep “Memory Stick Duo” media  
out of the reach of small children. There is  
danger that a child might swallow it.  
• Data read/write speed may vary depending on  
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conform to the universal standard. (These  
models are not sold in some regions.)  
On a location for use  
Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick  
Duo” in the following locations.  
• If you cannot use a “Memory Stick Duo”  
that has been used with another device,  
format it with your camcorder (p. 49). Note  
that formatting erases all information on the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Places subject to extremely high temperature,  
such as a car parked outside in the summer.  
• Places under direct sunlight.  
• Places with extremely high humidity or subject  
to corrosive gases.  
• You may not be able to play back images with  
your camcorder:  
– When playing back image data modified on  
your computer.  
– When playing back image data recorded with  
other devices.  
On the Memory Stick Duo adaptor  
(supplied)  
After inserting a “Memory Stick Duo”  
into the Memory Stick Duo adaptor, you  
can use it with a standard “Memory Stick”  
compliant device.  
• When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with a  
“Memory Stick” compliant device, be sure to  
insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into a Memory  
Stick Duo adaptor.  
• When inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” into  
a Memory Stick Duo adaptor, make sure the  
“Memory Stick Duo” is inserted facing in the  
correct direction, then insert it all the way in.  
Note that improper use may damage the device.  
Also, if you force the “Memory Stick Duo”  
into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot in the wrong  
direction, the “Memory Stick Duo” slot may be  
damaged.  
• Do not insert anything other than a “Memory  
Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot.  
Doing so may cause a malfunction.  
• Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo adaptor  
without a “Memory Stick Duo” attached. Doing  
so may result in malfunctions of the unit.  
On a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
• The maximum memory capacity of a “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” that can be used on your  
camcorder is 2 GB.  
• This unit does not support high speed data  
transfer.  
On image data compatibility  
• Image data files recorded on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” by your camcorder conform to  
the Design Rule for Camera File Systems  
universal standard established by the JEITA  
(Japan Electronics and Information Technology  
Industries Association).  
• On your camcorder, you cannot play back still  
images recorded on other devices (DCR-  
TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that do not  
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About the  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery  
pack  
QM71D/QM91D (optional).  
• Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent  
playback, fast forward or rewind operation  
wears out the battery pack faster.  
We recommend using a large capacity battery  
pack: NP-QM71D/QM91D (optional).  
• Be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF  
(CHG) when not recording or playing back  
on your camcorder. The battery pack is also  
consumed when your camcorder is in recording  
standby or playback pause.  
• Have spare battery packs ready for two or  
three times the expected recording time, and  
make trial recordings before making the actual  
recording.  
This unit is compatible with an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series).  
Your camcorder operates only with an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.  
“InfoLITHIUM” M series battery packs  
have the  
mark.  
What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery  
pack?  
An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a  
lithium-ion battery pack that has functions  
for communicating information related  
to operating conditions between your  
camcorder and an optional AC Adaptor/  
charger.  
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
calculates the power consumption  
according to the operating conditions of  
your camcorder, and displays the remaining  
battery time in minutes. With an AC  
adaptor/charger (optional), the remaining  
battery time and charging time appear.  
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The  
battery pack is not water resistant.  
About the remaining battery time  
indicator  
• When the power goes off even though the  
remaining battery time indicator indicates  
that the battery pack has enough power to  
operate, charge the battery pack fully again.  
The indication on the remaining battery time  
will be indicated correctly. Note, however,  
that the battery indication will not be restored  
if it is used in high temperatures for a long  
time, or if left in a fully charged state, or when  
the battery pack is frequently used. Use the  
remaining battery time indication as a guide to  
the approximate shooting time.  
• The mark that indicates low battery flashes  
even if there are still 5 to 10 minutes of battery  
time remaining, depending on the operating  
conditions or ambient temperature and  
environment.  
To charge the battery pack  
• Be sure to charge the battery pack before you  
start using your camcorder.  
• We recommend charging the battery pack in an  
ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C  
(50 °F to 86 °F) until the CHG (charge) lamp  
turns off. If you charge the battery pack outside  
of this temperature range, you may not be able  
to charge it efficiently.  
• After charging is complete, disconnect the cable  
from the DC IN jack on your camcorder or  
remove the battery pack.  
About storage of the battery pack  
• If the battery pack is not used for a long time,  
fully charge the battery pack and use it up on  
your camcorder once a year to maintain proper  
function. To store the battery pack, remove it  
from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool  
place.  
To use the battery pack effectively  
• Battery pack performance decreases when the  
surrounding temperature is 10°C (50 °F) or  
below, and the length of time you can use the  
battery pack becomes shorter. In that case, do  
one of the following to use the battery pack for  
a longer time.  
– Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up,  
and insert it in your camcorder right before  
you start taking shots.  
• To discharge the battery pack on your  
camcorder completely, set [A.SHUT OFF]  
to [NEVER] on the  
(STANDARD  
SET) menu and leave your camcorder in tape  
recording standby until the power goes off (p.  
59).  
– Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-  
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About i.LINK  
The HDV/DV Interface on this unit is an  
i.LINK-compliant Interface. This section  
describes the i.LINK standard and its  
features.  
About battery life  
• The battery life is limited. Battery capacity  
drops little by little as you use it more and  
more, and as time passes. When the available  
battery time is shortened considerably, a  
probable cause is that the battery pack has  
reached the end of its life. Please buy a new  
battery pack.  
• The battery life varies depending on how it  
is stored and the operating conditions and  
environment for each battery pack.  
What is i.LINK?  
i.LINK is a digital serial interface for  
transferring digital video, digital audio,  
and other data to other i.LINK-compatible  
devices. You can also control other devices  
using the i.LINK.  
i.LINK-compatible devices can be  
connected using an i.LINK cable  
(optional). Possible applications are  
operations and data transactions with  
various digital AV devices.  
When two or more i.LINK-compatible  
devices are connected to this unit in a daisy  
chain, operations and data transactions are  
possible with not only the device that this  
unit is connected to but also with other  
devices via the directly connected device.  
Note, however, that the method of  
operation sometimes varies according to  
the characteristics and specifications of the  
device to be connected. Also, operations  
and data transactions may not be possible  
on some connected devices.  
• Normally, only one device can be connected  
to this unit with the i.LINK cable (optional).  
When connecting this unit to an HDV/DV-  
compatible device having two or more DV  
Interfaces, refer to the operating instructions of  
the device to be connected.  
• i.LINK is a more familiar term for the IEEE  
1394 data transport bus proposed by Sony, and  
is a trademark approved by many corporations.  
• IEEE 1394 is an international standard  
standardized by the Institute of Electrical and  
Electronics Engineers.  
About the i.LINK Baud rate  
i.LINK’s maximum baud rate varies  
according to the device. There are three  
types.  
S100 (approx. 100Mbps*)  
S200 (approx. 200Mbps)  
S400 (approx. 400Mbps)  
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About i.LINK (Continued)  
Maintenance and  
precautions  
On use and care  
The baud rate is listed under  
“Specifications” in the operating  
instructions of each piece of equipment. It  
is also indicated near the i.LINK interface  
on some devices.  
The baud rate may differ from the indicated  
value when the unit is connected to a  
device with a different maximum baud rate.  
• Do not use or store the camcorder and  
accessories in the following locations.  
– Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never leave  
them exposed to temperatures above 60°C  
(140 °F), such as under direct sunlight, near  
heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They  
may malfunction or become deformed.  
– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical  
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.  
* What is Mbps?  
Mbps stands for “megabits per second,”  
or the amount of data that can be sent or  
received in one second. For example, a  
baud rate of 100 Mbps means that 100  
megabits of data can be sent in one second.  
– Near strong radio waves or radiation.  
The camcorder may not be able to record  
properly.  
– Near AM receivers and video equipment.  
Noise may occur.  
– On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If  
sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may  
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction  
cannot be repaired.  
– Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD  
screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may be  
exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the  
inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen.  
– Anywhere very humid.  
• Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery  
pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).  
• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories  
recommended in these operating instructions.  
• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,  
from rain or sea water. If your camcorder  
gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this  
malfunction cannot be repaired.  
To use i.LINK functions on this unit  
For details on how to dub when this unit is  
connected to other video devices having an  
i.LINK Interface, see page 62.  
This unit can also be connected to other  
i.LINK compatible devices made by Sony  
(e.g. a VAIO series personal computer) as  
well as to video devices.  
Before connecting this unit to your  
computer, make sure that application  
software supported by this unit is already  
installed on your computer.  
Some i.LINK compatible video devices,  
such as Digital Televisions, DVD,  
MICROMV or HDV recorders/players  
are not compatible with this unit. Before  
connecting to other devices, be sure to  
confirm whether the device is compatible  
with an HDV/DV device or not. For details  
on precautions and compatible application  
software, refer also to the operating  
instructions for the device to be connected.  
• If any solid object or liquid gets inside the  
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it  
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it  
any further.  
• Avoid rough handling, disassembling,  
modifying, physical shock, or impact such  
as hammering, dropping or stepping on the  
product. Be particularly careful of the lens.  
• Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF (CHG)  
when you are not using your camcorder.  
About the required i.LINK cable  
• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for  
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause  
heat to build up inside.  
Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable  
(during HDV/DV dubbing).  
• When disconnecting the mains lead, pull it by  
the plug and not the cord.  
• Do not damage the mains lead such as by  
placing anything heavy on it.  
• Keep metal contacts clean.  
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• Keep the Remote Commander and button-type  
battery out of children’s reach. If the battery  
is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor  
immediately.  
• If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked,  
– consult your local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
– wash off any liquid that may have contacted  
your skin  
– if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with  
plenty of water and consult a doctor.  
Note on moisture condensation  
Moisture may condense when you bring  
your camcorder from a cold place into a  
warm place (or vice versa) or when you use  
your camcorder in a humid place as shown  
below.  
• When you bring your camcorder from a ski  
slope into a place warmed up by a heating  
device.  
• When you bring your camcorder from an  
air conditioned car or room into a hot place  
outside.  
• When you use your camcorder after a squall or  
a shower.  
When not using your camcorder for a  
long time  
• Occasionally turn it on and let it run such as by  
playing back tapes for about 3 minutes.  
• When you use your camcorder in a hot and  
humid place.  
• Use up the battery pack completely before  
storing it.  
How to prevent moisture condensation  
When you bring your camcorder from a  
cold place into a warm place, put your  
camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it  
tightly. Remove the bag when the air  
temperature inside the plastic bag has  
reached the surrounding temperature (after  
about one hour).  
Moisture condensation  
If your camcorder is brought directly from  
a cold place to a warm place, moisture may  
condense inside your camcorder, on the  
surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this  
state, the tape may stick to the head drum  
and be damaged or your camcorder may  
not operate correctly. If there is moisture  
inside your camcorder, [Moisture  
condensation. Eject the cassette.] or [  
Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H.]  
appears. The indicator will not appear when  
the moisture condenses on the lens.  
Video head  
• When the video head becomes dirty, you cannot  
record pictures normally, or distorted picture or  
sound is played back.  
• If the following problem occurs, clean the video  
heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM-  
12CLD cleaning cassette (optional).  
If moisture condensation has occurred  
None of the functions except cassette  
ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn  
off your camcorder, and leave it for about  
one hour with the cassette lid open. Your  
camcorder can be used again if or   
does not appear when the power is turned  
on again.  
– Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback  
picture or the screen is displayed in blue.  
– A part of playback pictures does not move.  
– Playback pictures do not move.  
If moisture starts to condense, your  
camcorder sometimes cannot detect  
condensation. If this happens, the cassette  
is sometimes not ejected for 10 seconds  
after the cassette lid is opened. This is not  
a malfunction. Do not close the cassette lid  
until the cassette is ejected.  
– Playback pictures do not appear or the sound  
breaks off.  
– [Dirty video head. Use a cleaning  
cassette.] appears on the screen during  
recording.  
• The video head suffers from wear after long  
use. If you cannot obtain a clear image even  
after using a cleaning cassette, it might be  
because the video head is worn. Please contact  
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Maintenance and precautions (Continued)  
your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony  
service facility to have the video head replaced.  
Touch [CANCEL] to cancel.  
The position of the “×” changes. If you did  
not press the right spot, start from step  
again.  
LCD screen  
• Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD  
screen, as it may cause damage.  
• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a  
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.  
This is not a malfunction.  
• While using your camcorder, the back of  
the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a  
malfunction.  
• You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is  
rotated.  
On handling the casing  
• If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body  
with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,  
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.  
To clean the LCD screen  
• Avoid the following to avoid damage to the  
finish.  
– Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,  
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide  
and sunscreen.  
– Handling with above substances on your  
hands.  
– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or  
vinyl objects for a long period of time.  
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen  
dirty, it is recommended you use a soft  
cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD  
Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the  
cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen.  
Use cleaning paper moistened with the  
liquid.  
On adjustment of the LCD screen  
(CALIBRATION)  
About care and storage of the lens  
• Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft  
cloth in the following instances:  
– When there are fingerprints on the lens  
surface.  
– In hot or humid locations  
– When the lens is exposed to salty air such as  
at the seaside.  
• Store in a well-ventilated location subject to  
little dirt or dust.  
• To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as  
described above. It is recommended that you  
operate your camcorder about once a month to  
keep it in optimum state for a long time.  
The buttons on the touch panel may not  
work correctly. If this happens, follow the  
procedure below. It is recommended you  
connect your camcorder to the wall socket  
using the supplied AC Adaptor during the  
operation.  
Slide the POWER switch down to turn on  
the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Disconnect cables other than that of the  
AC Adaptor from your camcorder, then  
eject the cassette and “Memory Stick Duo”  
from your camcorder.  
Touch  
[MENU]   
(STANDARD SET) [CALIBRATION]  
To charge the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery  
.
Your camcorder has a pre-installed  
rechargeable battery to retain the date,  
time, and other settings even when the  
POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG). The  
pre-installed rechargeable battery is always  
charged while your camcorder is connected  
to the wall socket via the AC Adaptor  
or while the battery pack is inserted.  
The rechargeable battery will be fully  
discharged in about 3 months if you do  
CALIBRATION  
Touch the "x"  
1/3  
CANCEL  
Touch the “×” displayed on the screen with  
the corner of the supplied “Memory Stick  
Duo” or the like.  
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Specifications  
not use your camcorder at all without the  
AC adaptor connected or the battery pack  
attached. However, even if the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery is not charged, the  
camcorder operation will not be affected as  
long as you are not recording the date.  
System  
Video recording 2 rotary heads, Helical  
system (HDV)  
Video recording 2 rotary heads, Helical  
system (DV)  
scanning system  
scanning system  
Exif Ver. 2.2*1  
Still image  
recording system  
Procedures  
Audio recording Rotary heads, MPEG-1 Audio  
system  
(HDV)  
Connect your camcorder to a wall socket  
using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it  
with the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG)  
for more than 24 hours.  
Layer -2, Quantization: 16 bits  
(Fs 48 kHz, stereo)  
transfer rate: 384 kbps  
Audio recording Rotary heads, PCM system  
system (DV)  
Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32  
kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits  
(Fs 48 kHz, stereo)  
To change the battery of the Remote  
Commander  
While pressing on the tab, inset your  
fingernail into the slit to pull out the  
battery case.  
Video signal  
PAL color, CCIR standards  
1080/50i specification  
Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the  
mark printed  
Tape speed  
(HDV)  
Approx. 18.81 mm/s  
Place a new battery with the + side facing  
up.  
Tape speed (DV) SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s  
LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s  
Insert the battery case back into the  
Remote Commander until it clicks.  
Recording/  
playback time  
(HDV)  
60 min (using a DVM60  
cassette)  
Recording/  
playback time  
(DV)  
SP: 60 min (using a DVM60  
cassette)  
LP: 90 min (using a DVM60  
cassette)  
Tab  
Fast forward/  
rewind time  
Approx. 2 min 40 s  
WARNING  
(using a DVM60 cassette and  
rechargeable battery pack)  
Approx. 1 min 45 s (using  
a DVM60 cassette and AC  
Adaptor)  
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not  
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.  
Caution  
Viewfinder  
Electric viewfinder (color)  
Danger of explosion if battery is  
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with  
the same or equivalent type recommended  
by the manufacturer.  
Image device  
5.9 mm (1/3 type) CMOS  
sensor  
Gross: Approx. 2 969 000  
pixels  
Effective (movie, 4:3):  
1 486 000 pixels  
Effective (movie, 16:9):  
1 983 000 pixels  
Effective (still, 4:3):  
2 764 800 pixels  
Effective (still, 16:9):  
2 073 600 pixels  
Discard used batteries according to the  
manufacturer’s instructions.  
• When the lithium battery becomes weak, the  
operating distance of the Remote Commander  
may shorten, or the Remote Commander may  
not function properly. In this case, replace the  
battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery.  
Use of another battery may present a risk of fire  
or explosion.  
Lens  
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T*  
10 × (Optical), 120 × (Digital)  
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Specifications (Continued)  
Focal length  
f=5.1 ~ 51 mm (7/32 ~  
2 1/8 in.)  
Output connectors  
When converted to a 35 mm  
still camera  
Audio/Video  
output  
10-pin connector  
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω  
(ohms), unbalanced  
In CAMERA-TAPE *2 :  
41 ~ 480 mm (1 5/8 ~ 19 in.)  
(16:9),  
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p,  
75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced  
Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p,  
75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced  
Audio signal: 327 mV (at  
Load impedance more than  
47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output  
impedance with less than 2.2  
kΩ (kilohms)  
50 ~ 590 mm (2 ~ 23 1/4 in.)  
(4:3)  
In CAMERA-MEMORY:  
37 ~ 370 mm (1 1/2 ~ 14 5/8  
in.) (4:3),  
40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4  
in.) (16:9)  
F1.8 ~ 2.1  
Filter diameter: 37 mm  
(1 1/2 in.)  
COMPONENT Y:1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms),  
OUT jack unbalanced  
B/PR, CB/CR: +/- 350 mVp-p  
P
Color temperature [AUTO], [ONE PUSH],  
[INDOOR] (3 200 K),  
Headphones jack Stereo minijack (Ø 3.5)  
[OUTDOOR] (5 800 K)  
Input/Output connectors  
Minimum  
illumination  
7 1x (lux) (F 1.8)  
0 lx (lux) (during NightShot  
function)*3  
MIC jack  
Minijack, 0.388 mV low  
impedance with DC 2.5 to  
3.0 V, output impedance 6.8  
kΩ (kilohms) (Ø 3.5 mm),  
Stereo type  
*1“Exif” is a file format for still images,  
established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics  
and Information Technology Industries  
Association). Files in this format can have  
additional information such as your camcorder’s  
setting information at the time of recording.  
LANC jack  
Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5  
mm)  
USB jack  
mini-B  
i.LINK Interface  
(IEEE 1394, 4-pin connector  
S100)  
HDV/DV jack  
*2The focal length figures are actual figures  
resulting from wide angle pixel read-out.  
*3Objects unable to be seen due to the dark can  
LCD screen  
be shot with infrared lighting.  
Picture  
6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio  
16:9)  
Total dot number 123 200 (560 × 220)  
General  
Power  
requirements  
DC 7.2 V (battery pack)  
DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)  
Average power  
consumption  
During camera recording using  
the viewfinder with normal  
(when using the brightness:  
battery pack)  
HDV recording 5.5 W  
DV recording 5.0 W  
During camera recording  
using the LCD with normal  
brightness:  
HDV recording 5.7 W  
DV recording 5.2 W  
Operating  
temperature  
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104  
°F)  
110  
Storage  
temperature  
-20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to +  
140 °F)  
Dimensions  
(approx.)  
71 × 94 × 188 mm (2 7/8 ×  
3 3/4 × 7 1/2 in.) (w/h/d)  
excluding the projecting parts  
Mass (approx.)  
680 g (1lb 7oz) main unit only  
780 g (1lb 11oz) including the  
NP-FM50 rechargeable battery  
pack, DVM60 cassette and  
lens cap.  
Supplied  
See page 10.  
accessories  
AC Adaptor AC-L15A/L15B  
Power  
AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz  
requirements  
Current  
consumption  
0.35 - 0.18 A  
18 W  
Power  
consumption  
Output voltage  
DC 8.4 V*  
Operating  
temperature  
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104  
°F)  
Storage  
temperature  
-20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to +  
140 °F)  
Dimensions  
(approx.)  
56 × 31 × 100 mm (2 1/4 ×  
1 1/4 × 4 in.)  
(w/h/d) excluding the  
projecting parts  
Mass (approx.)  
190 g (6.7 oz) main unit only  
* See the label on the AC Adaptor for other  
specifications.  
Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FM50)  
Maximum output DC 8.4 V  
voltage  
Output voltage  
Capacity  
DC 7.2 V  
8.5 Wh (1 180 mAh)  
Dimensions  
(approx.)  
38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm  
(1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in.)  
(w/h/d)  
Mass (approx.)  
76 g (2.7 oz)  
Operating  
temperature  
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104  
°F)  
Type  
Lithium ion  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
111  
Identifying parts and  
controls  
Power zoom lever (24)  
PHOTO button (22)  
CAMERA-TAPE, CAMERA-MEMORY,  
PLAY/EDIT mode lamps (14)  
POWER switch (14)  
“Memory Stick Duo” slot (20)  
Access lamp (20, 102)  
Active Interface Shoe  
(70)  
Flash  
(flash) button (26)  
NIGHTSHOT switch (24)  
MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack (71)  
(headphones) jack (71)  
112  
Lens cap (14, 22)  
Zoom buttons (24)  
REC START/STOP button (22)  
LCD screen/touch panel (3, 17)  
Attaching the shoulder strap  
Attach the shoulder strap supplied with  
your camcorder to the hooks for the  
shoulder strap.  
HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) jack (70)  
(USB) jack (70)  
DISPLAY/BATT INFO button (27)  
COMPONENT OUT jack (70)  
A/V OUT jack (70)  
RESET button (27)  
Eyecup  
Viewfinder (16)  
Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (16)  
LANC jack (70)  
CHG (charge) lamp (11)  
Speaker (27)  
AUTO LOCK switch (25)  
Battery pack (11)  
DC IN jack (70)  
Continued 113  
 
Identifying parts and controls (Continued)  
Microphone (27)  
Zoom ring/focus ring (24, 25)  
Holes for the lens hood  
Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (4)  
TELE MACRO button (25)  
Camera recording lamp (27)  
Remote sensor (27)  
Attaching the lens hood  
Insert the hooks on the lens hood into the  
holes on the camcorder, then turn the lens  
hood fixing screw in the direction of the  
arrow.  
FOCUS/ZOOM switch (24, 25)  
BACK LIGHT button (25)  
EXPANDED FOCUS button (25)  
EXPOSURE button (24)  
EXPOSURE/VOL lever (24)  
Hooks for the shoulder strap (113)  
BATT (battery release) lever (12)  
Grip belt (14)  
To remove the lens hood  
Loosen the lens hood fixing screw by  
turning it in the opposite direction of the  
arrow in the illustration above.  
Cassette compartment lid (19)  
OPEN/EJECT  
lever (19)  
• You cannot attach a filter (optional) with the  
lens hood on.  
Tripod receptacle (26)  
114  
 
Index  
B&W.................................... 51  
DISPLAY/BATT INFO  
button ............................. 17, 27  
Numeric  
1080i/576i ............................ 57  
12BIT................................... 55  
16BIT................................... 55  
21-pin adaptor...................... 65  
576i ...................................... 57  
Display indicators ................ 28  
C
DISP GUIDE (Display  
guide) ................................... 17  
Calibration.......................... 108  
CAMERA COLOR.............. 44  
CAMERA DATA ................. 58  
CAMERA SET menu .......... 42  
Cassette ........................ 19, 100  
Insert/Eject.................... 19  
DISP OUTPUT.................... 58  
Down convert function........... 9  
Dubbing................................ 64  
DV format ............................ 54  
DV interface......................... 64  
A
A/V connecting cable..... 35, 62  
A/V OUT jack................ 34, 62  
Access lamp ......................... 20  
Active Interface Shoe........... 70  
AC Adaptor.......................... 11  
Charging the battery............. 11  
Battery pack.................. 11  
D. EFFECT (Digital effect)  
.............................................. 50  
Pre-installed  
rechargeable battery.... 108  
E
Charging time....................... 12  
CHG (charge) lamp.............. 12  
END SEARCH............... 31, 53  
Adjusting exposure for back  
light ...................................... 25  
END SEARCH/Rec review  
display switch button ........... 28  
CINEMA EFECT  
(Cinematic effect) ................ 50  
AE SHIFT...................... 44, 92  
ALL ERASE........................ 48  
AUDIO MIX........................ 55  
AUDIO MODE.................... 55  
Audio recording ................... 93  
AUTO LOCK switch ........... 25  
AUTO SHUTTER................ 44  
ERASE  
Click to DVD ....................... 77  
CLOCK SET........................ 18  
COLOR BAR....................... 58  
ALL ERASE................. 48  
Pictures ......................... 67  
Expanded focus.................... 25  
Exposure ........................ 24, 85  
EXPOSURE button.............. 24  
EXPOSURE/VOL lever....... 24  
COLOR SLOW S (Color  
Slow Shutter) ................. 45, 91  
COMPONENT..................... 57  
A.SHUT OFF  
(Auto shut off)...................... 59  
COMPONENT OUT jack  
........................................ 34, 71  
EXP. BRKTG (Exposure  
bracketing) ........................... 47  
Component video cable  
........................................ 35, 36  
EXT SUR MIC (External  
surround microphone).......... 56  
B
Connect  
BACK LIGHT................ 25, 86  
EDIT/PLAY menu ............... 53  
computer ....................... 72  
TV................................. 34  
VCR equipment............ 62  
CONV. LENS....................... 46  
Battery  
BATTERY INFO  
(Battery info) ............... 27  
F
FADER........................... 50, 91  
FILE NO. (File number) ...... 49  
FINE..................................... 47  
Flash button.................... 26, 84  
FLASH LEVEL ................... 44  
FLASH (Flash motion) ........ 50  
FLASH SET......................... 44  
Focus.............................. 25, 85  
Focus ring............................. 25  
Battery pack.................. 11  
Remaining battery......... 27  
D
BATT (battery release) lever  
.............................................. 12  
DATA CODE ....................... 58  
Date search........................... 33  
DATE/TIME......................... 58  
DC IN jack........................... 11  
DC plug................................ 11  
Delete pictures ..................... 67  
DEMO MODE............... 52, 80  
DIGITAL ZOOM........... 46, 86  
BEACH&SKI....................... 42  
BEEP.................................... 58  
BLACK FADER .................. 50  
BURN DVD......................... 53  
BURST................................. 47  
Button-type lithium battery  
............................................ 109  
FOCUS/ZOOM switch  
........................................ 24, 25  
Continued 115  
Index (Continued)  
Folder  
INT.REC-STL (Interval  
photo recording)................... 52  
“Memory Stick Duo”........... 19  
FORMAT...................... 49  
Insert/Eject.................... 20  
NEW FOLDER............. 49  
i.LINK................................ 105  
i.LINK cable .................. 62, 77  
i.LINK CONV................ 34, 57  
PB FOLDER (Playback  
folder) ........................... 49  
Number of recordable  
pictures.......................... 47  
REC FOLDER  
(Recording folder) ........ 49  
Write-protect tab......... 102  
FORMAT ..................... 49, 102  
Frame-by-frame playback.... 53  
Full charge ........................... 12  
Memory Stick Duo  
adaptor.......................... 10, 103  
J
Jack ...................................... 70  
Jack cover............................. 70  
JPEG .................................. 102  
“Memory Stick Duo” slot  
.............................................. 20  
Menu .................................... 38  
CAMERA SET menu... 42  
EDIT/PLAY menu........ 53  
G
Grip belt ............................... 14  
L
GUIDEFRAME ................... 58  
Label .................................. 100  
LANC jack........................... 71  
LANDSCAPE...................... 42  
LANGUAGE........................ 59  
LCD/VF SET ....................... 56  
LCD backlight...................... 16  
MEMORY SET menu  
...................................... 47  
H
Menu items ................... 40  
Personal Menu ........ 38, 60  
PICT.APPLI. menu....... 50  
HDV1080i........................ 8, 54  
HDV format ......................... 54  
HD (high definition) image  
quality .................................. 34  
STANDARD SET menu  
...................................... 54  
LCD BL LEVEL (LCD  
back light) ............................ 56  
Headphones jack.................. 71  
HISTOGRAM................ 45, 92  
Holding the camcorder......... 14  
TIME/LANGU. menu  
...................................... 59  
LCD BRIGHT...................... 56  
LCD COLOR....................... 56  
LCD PANEL........................ 58  
LCD panel............................ 16  
LCD BL LEVEL .......... 56  
Using the menu............. 38  
MENU ROTATE.................. 59  
MIC (PLUG IN POWER)  
jack....................................... 71  
I
Icon ...... See Display indicators  
Image delete button.............. 29  
Image protection .................. 68  
MIC LEVEL ........................ 56  
Mirror mode......................... 26  
Moisture condensation....... 107  
MONOTONE....................... 50  
MOSAIC.............................. 51  
MOSAIC FADER ................ 50  
MULTI-SOUND.................. 55  
LCD BRIGHT .............. 56  
LCD COLOR................ 56  
Image quality (QUALITY)  
.............................................. 47  
LCD screen ............................ 3  
Lens cap ............................... 10  
Lens hood........................... 114  
Lid........................................ 19  
LP (Long Play)..................... 54  
Image size (IMAGE SIZE)  
.............................................. 47  
Still image..................... 47  
Index screen ......................... 23  
N
Index screen display button  
.............................................. 29  
M
NEG.ART............................. 51  
NEW FOLDER.................... 49  
NightShot............................. 24  
NORMAL ............................ 47  
NS LIGHT ........................... 45  
NTSC ................................... 99  
Indicators.............................. 30  
INDOOR.............................. 43  
Macintosh................. 72, 74, 75  
Mains lead............................ 11  
Maintenance....................... 106  
Main sound........................... 55  
Manual focus........................ 25  
MEMORY SET menu.......... 47  
“Memory Stick”................. 102  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery  
pack.................................... 104  
Initialize (Reset)................... 27  
Insulation sheet .................... 32  
Internal microphone............. 27  
Number of recordable  
pictures................................. 47  
116  
P.MENU.... See Personal Menu  
Setting the date and time...... 18  
SHARPNESS................. 43, 90  
SHOT TRANS ..................... 52  
Shoulder Strap.............. 10, 113  
SHUTTR SPEED................. 43  
SKINTONE.................... 51, 92  
Skip Scan ............................. 23  
SLIDE SHOW...................... 51  
Slow Playback...................... 53  
SOLARIZE .......................... 51  
SP (Standard Play)............... 54  
Speaker................................. 27  
Specifications..................... 109  
SPOTLIGHT........................ 42  
SPOT FOCUS................ 44, 91  
O
OLD MOVIE ....................... 51  
ONE PUSH.......................... 43  
OPEN/EJECT lever.............. 19  
OUTDOOR.......................... 43  
Q
QUALITY............................ 47  
R
Rechargeable battery pack  
P
................................See Battery  
PAL ................................ 65, 99  
Recording............................. 22  
Recording capacity............... 28  
Recording time..................... 12  
PASTEL ............................... 51  
PB FOLDER  
(Playback folder).................. 49  
REC CTRL (Recording  
control)................................. 65  
PB zoom............................... 26  
Peaking................................. 25  
Personal Menu ............... 38, 60  
Add ............................... 60  
Arrange the order.......... 61  
Customize..................... 60  
Delete............................ 60  
Reset ............................. 61  
Use................................ 38  
Personal Menu button .......... 28  
PHOTO button ............... 22, 32  
PictBridge ............................ 69  
PictBridge PRINT................ 69  
Picture Search ...................... 23  
REC FOLDER (Recording  
folder)................................... 49  
REC FORMAT .................... 54  
REC LAMP.......................... 58  
SPOT METER (Flexible  
spot meter) ..................... 42, 90  
REC Lamp (Recording  
lamp) .................................... 27  
STANDARD ........................ 47  
STANDARD SET menu ...... 54  
STATUS CHECK................. 57  
STEADYSHOT.............. 46, 86  
STEREO .............................. 56  
STILL................................... 50  
Still image  
REC MODE (Recording  
mode) ................................... 54  
Rec review............................ 31  
REC START/STOP.............. 22  
REDEYE REDUC ............... 44  
REMAINING....................... 58  
Remaining battery................ 28  
Remote Commander ............ 32  
Image size..................... 47  
Quality .......................... 47  
Still image format....... 102  
STILL SET........................... 47  
Sub sound............................. 55  
SUNSET&MOON............... 42  
SUPER NS........................... 45  
System requirements............ 72  
S VIDEO cable .............. 36, 62  
S VIDEO jack ................ 34, 62  
PICT.APPLI. menu (Picture  
Application menu) ............... 50  
REMOTE CTRL (Remote  
control)................................. 58  
PICT. EFFECT  
(Picture effect)...................... 51  
Remote sensor...................... 27  
RESET button ...................... 27  
Reversal Playback................ 53  
Review button ...................... 28  
Playback............................... 23  
Frame............................ 53  
Reverse ......................... 53  
Slow.............................. 53  
Playing time ......................... 13  
PORTRAIT (Soft portrait)... 42  
POWER switch .................... 14  
S
SD (standard definition)  
T
image quality........................ 34  
Previous/Next image button  
.............................................. 29  
Searching for the starting  
point ..................................... 31  
Tape...................... See Cassette  
Tape counter......................... 28  
Tape playback select button . 29  
Telephoto.............................. 24  
TELE MACRO button ... 25, 85  
Continued  
Print...................................... 69  
Print mark............................. 68  
PROGRAM AE.............. 42, 89  
Self-diagnosis display.......... 95  
SELF-TIMER ...................... 46  
SEPIA .................................. 51  
117  
Index (Continued)  
TIME/LANGU. menu.......... 59  
Time code............................. 28  
Touch panel.......................... 17  
Trademark.......................... 119  
TRAIL.................................. 51  
Transmitter........................... 32  
Tripod................................... 26  
TV ........................................ 34  
TV color systems ................. 99  
TV TYPE ............................. 57  
Wide angle ........................... 24  
WIDE SELECT ................... 55  
WIDE STEREO................... 56  
Windows ........................ 72, 73  
WORLD TIME.................... 59  
Write-protect tab........ 100, 102  
Z
ZEBRA ................................ 45  
Zero set memory .................. 32  
ZERO SET MEMORY  
button ................................... 32  
U
Zoom.................................... 24  
Zoom lever ........................... 24  
Zoom ring............................. 24  
USB jack.............................. 71  
USB SELECT...................... 57  
Using abroad........................ 99  
V
VAR.SPD PB (Various  
speed playback).................... 53  
VCR HDV/DV..................... 54  
VF B.LIGHT (Viewfinder  
brightness)............................ 56  
Video head ......................... 107  
Video operation buttons ....... 29  
Viewfinder............................ 16  
Brightness..................... 56  
Viewfinder lens adjustment  
lever...................................... 16  
VOLUME............................. 55  
Volume ................................. 23  
V-OUT/PANEL.................... 59  
W
Warning indicators............... 95  
Warning messages................ 95  
WB SHIFT (White Balance  
Shift) .................................... 44  
WHITE BAL.  
(White balance).................... 43  
White Balance Shift............. 44  
WHITE FADER................... 50  
118  
On trademarks  
• “Memory Stick,”  
Duo,”  
Duo,”  
, “Memory Stick  
, “Memory Stick PRO  
, “MagicGate,”  
, “MagicGate Memory  
Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are  
trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony  
Corporation.  
• “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony  
Corporation.  
• i.LINK and are trademarks of Sony  
Corporation.  
•
is a trademark.  
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are  
trademarks or registered trademarks of U.S.  
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other  
countries.  
• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of  
Apple Computer, Inc in the U.S. and other  
countries.  
• HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony  
Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Ltd.  
• Pentium is a trademark or registered trademark  
of Intel Corporation.  
All other product names mentioned herein may  
be the trademarks or registered trademarks of  
their respective companies. Furthermore, TM and  
“®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.  
 

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