Sony HVR V1U User Manual

2-887-519-11(1)  
© 2006 Sony Corporation  
For your protection, please read these safety  
instructions completely before operating  
the appliance, and keep this manual for  
future reference.  
Clea  
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before  
cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners  
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened  
with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.  
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Carefully observe all warnings, precautions  
and instructions on the appliance, or the one  
described in the operating instructions and  
Insttion  
adhere to them.  
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Do not use power-line operated sets near water –  
for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen  
PowerSources  
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a  
swimming pool, etc.  
This set should be operated only from the type of  
power source indicated on the marking label. If  
you are not sure of the type of electrical power  
supplied to your home, consult your dealer or  
local power company. For those sets designed to  
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer  
to the operating instructions.  
Power-CordProtection  
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be  
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or  
against them, paying particular attention to the  
plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord  
exits from the appliance.  
Polarization  
Accessories  
This set may be equipped with a polarized ac  
power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider  
than the other).  
Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand,  
tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing  
serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious  
damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod,  
bracket, or table recommended by the  
manufacturer.  
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one  
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to  
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing  
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact  
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.  
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized  
Ventilation  
plug by forcing it in.  
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided  
for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable  
Overloadin  
operation of the set, and to protect it from  
overheating, these slots and openings must never  
be blocked or covered.  
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or  
convenience receptacles beyond their capacity,  
since this can result in fire or electric shock.  
– Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth  
or other materials.  
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– Never block the slots and openings by placing  
the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar  
surface.  
Never push objects of any kind into the set  
through openings as they may touch dangerous  
voltage points or short out parts that could result  
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any  
kind on the set.  
– Never place the set in a confined space, such as  
a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper  
ventilation is provided.  
– Do not place the set near or over a radiator or  
heat register, or where it is exposed to direct  
Attacments  
sunlight.  
Do not use attachments not recommended by the  
manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.  
Continued ,  
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LitninSafetyCeck  
For added protection for this set during a lightning  
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for  
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall  
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.  
This will prevent damage to the set due to  
lightning and power-line surges.  
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the  
set, ask the service technician to perform routine  
safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer)  
to determine that the set is in safe operating  
condition.  
Service  
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Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer  
servicing to qualified service personnel under the  
following conditions:  
– When the power cord or plug is damaged or  
frayed.  
– If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen  
into the set.  
– If the set has been exposed to rain or water.  
– If the set has been subject to excessive shock by  
being dropped, or the cabinet has been  
damaged.  
– If the set does not operate normally when  
following the operating instructions. Adjust  
only those controls that are specified in the  
operating instructions. Improper adjustment of  
other controls may result in damage and will  
often require extensive work by a qualified  
technician to restore the set to normal operation.  
– When the set exhibits a distinct change in  
performance – this indicates a need for service.  
Servicin  
Do not attempt to service the set yourself as  
opening or removing covers may expose you to  
dangerous voltage or other hazards.  
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
Replacementparts  
When replacement parts are required, be sure the  
service technician has used replacement parts  
specified by the manufacturer that have the same  
characteristics as the original parts.  
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,  
electric shock, or other hazards.  
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ReulatoryInformation  
Enlis  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: SONY  
Model No.: HVR-V1U  
Before operating the unit, please read this  
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future  
reference.  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.  
CAUTION  
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA  
92127 U.S.A.  
Replace the battery with the  
specified type only. Otherwise, fire  
or injury may result.  
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC  
Rules.  
Operation is subject to the following two  
conditions:  
ForcustomersinteU.S.A.and  
(1) This device may not cause harmful  
interference, and (2) this device must accept any  
CANADA  
interference received, including interference  
that may cause undesired operation.  
HVR-V1Uonly  
RECYCLINGLITHIUM-IONBATTERIES  
CAIN  
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Lithium-Ion batteries are  
You are cautioned that any changes or  
modifications not expressly approved in this  
manual could void your authority to operate this  
equipment.  
recyclable. You can help preserve  
our environment by returning  
your used rechargeable batteries  
to the collection and recycling  
location nearest you.  
For more information regarding recycling of  
rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-  
8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/  
Note  
This equipment has been tested and found to  
comply with the limits for a Class B digital  
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable  
protection against harmful interference in a  
residential installation. This equipment generates,  
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,  
if not installed and used in accordance with the  
instructions, may cause harmful interference to  
radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference  
will not occur in a particular installation. If this  
equipment does cause harmful interference to  
radio or television reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment off and on,  
the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following  
measures:  
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking  
Lithium-Ion batteries.  
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wner'sRecord  
The model and serial numbers are located on the  
bottom. Record the serial number in the space  
provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever  
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this  
product.  
Model No. HVR-  
Serial No.  
Model No. AC-  
No.  
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
– Increase the separation between the equipment  
and receiver.  
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a  
ForcustomersinteU.S.A.  
circuit different from that to which the receiver  
is connected.  
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV  
technician for help.  
If you have any questions about this  
product, you may call:  
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-  
686-SONY (7669).  
The number below is for the FCC related  
matters only.  
The supplied interface cable must be used with the  
equipment in order to comply with the limits for a  
digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of  
FCC Rules.  
Continued ,  
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ForteStateofCalifornia,USAonly  
Perchlorate Material - special handling may  
apply, See  
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate  
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains  
perchlorate.  
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Your camcorder is capable of recording in  
HDV, DVCAM and DV formats.  
When recording in HDV/DV format, it is  
recommended to use mini DV cassettes.  
When recording in DVCAM format, it is  
recommended to use mini DVCAM  
cassettes.  
Mini DV cassettes with Cassette Memory  
are incompatible (p. 114).  
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• Digital high-definition (HD) video signals  
are recorded and played back on a DV  
format cassette.  
• HDV signals are compressed in MPEG2  
format, which is adopted in BS (broadcast  
satellite) digital and terrestrial digital  
HDTV broadcastings and in Blu-ray disc  
recorders.  
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There are two sizes of “Memory Stick.”  
You can use “Memory Stick Duo” marked  
with  
or  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
(This size can be used with your  
camcorder.)  
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“Memory Stick”  
(You cannot use it in your camcorder.)  
b Notes  
• You cannot use any type of memory card except  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
• “Memory Stick PRO” and “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” can be used only with “Memory Stick  
PRO” compatible equipment.  
b Notes  
• The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof or  
waterproof.  
• Before connecting your camcorder to another  
device with an HDMI cable, component video  
cable, USB or i.LINK cable, be sure to insert the  
connector plug the correct way, and not forcibly  
• Do not attach a label or the like on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” or a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.  
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Be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo”  
into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.  
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• A menu item that is grayed out is not  
available under the current recording or  
playback conditions.  
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor  
• 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.  
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• Do not hold the camcorder by the  
following part.  
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• Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder,  
or the lens to direct sunlight for long  
periods of time may cause malfunctions.  
This function that can be used when  
USB cable is connected.  
• 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.  
Abouttismanual  
• 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  
Onrecordin  
appear different.  
• 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.  
• 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. 23).  
• Design and specifications of recording  
media and other accessories are subject to  
change without notice.  
• TV color systems differ depending on the  
countries/regions. To view your  
recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC  
system-based TV.  
• Television programs, films, video tapes,  
and other materials may be copyrighted.  
Unauthorized recording of such materials  
may be contrary to the copyright laws.  
AboutteCarlZeisslens  
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  
OnplayinbackHDVtapesonoter  
unwanted reflections and faithfully  
devices  
reproduce colors.  
MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The  
number value indicates the amount of light  
from a subject coming into the lens.  
A tape recorded in the HDV format cannot  
be played back on a device that is not  
compatible with the HDV format.  
Check the contents of tapes by playing  
them back on this camcorder prior to  
playing them back on other devices.  
Notes on the icons used in this  
manual  
Features available for the HDV  
format only.  
Features available for the DVCAM  
format only.  
Features available for the DV SP  
format only.  
This function that can be used when  
i.LINK cable is connected.  
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Step 2: Attaching the supplied microphone and the lens hood with  
Adjusting the volume .......................................................................... 42  
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Preparation  
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Getting Started  
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Make sure that you have following items  
supplied with your camcorder.  
The number in the parentheses indicates the  
number of that item supplied.  
• The cassette tape and “Memory Stick Duo” are  
not included. See page 24, 114 and 118 for  
compatible cassettes and “Memory Stick Duo”  
for your camcorder.  
Rechargeable battery pack NP-F570 (1)  
AC Adaptor (1) (p. 16)  
Lens hood with lens cover (1) (p. 15)  
Power cord (1) (p. 16)  
Wind Screen (1) (p. 14)  
Microphone (1) (p. 14)  
Wireless Remote Commander (1)  
CD-ROM “Manuals for Digital HD Video  
Camera Recorder” (1) (p. 12)  
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.  
A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 52, 85)  
Operating Guide (This manual) (1)  
Component video cable (1) (p. 52)  
USB cable (1) (p. 93,95)  
1
3
       
4
Connect the plug of the  
microphone to the INPUT1 jack  
5.  
5
6
Put the microphone cable into the  
cable holder 4.  
1
2
Attach the wind screen 1 to the  
microphone 2.  
Loosen the screw of the  
microphone holder 3 and open  
the cover.  
3
Place the microphone into the  
holder with the model name  
facing upward, close the cover,  
and tighten the screw.  
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Move the lens cover lever up and down to  
open or close the lens cover.  
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Move the lens cover lever to OPEN  
to open the lens cover, and move  
the lever to CLOSE to close the lens  
cover.  
Lens hood fixing screw  
Align the marks on the lens hood to  
those on the camcorder, and turn the  
lens hood in the direction of the  
arrow. Tighten the lens hood fixing  
screw.  
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Loosen the lens hood fixing screw and turn  
the lens hood in the opposite direction of  
the arrow in the illustration above.  
z Tip  
• If you attach, remove or adjust an 62mm (2 1/  
2in.) PL filter or MC protector, remove the lens  
hood.  
1
5
     
You can charge the battery by  
2
With the B mark on the DC plug  
facing the cassette compartment,  
connect the AC Adaptor to the DC  
IN jack on your camcorder.  
attaching the “InfoLITHIUM” battery  
pack (L series) to your camcorder.  
b Note  
• You cannot use batteries other than the  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series)  
3
4
5
Connect the power cord to the AC  
Adaptor.  
DC plug  
DC IN jack  
Connect the power cord to the  
wall outlet.  
To the wall  
outlet  
AC Adaptor  
Power cord  
Set the POWER switch to OFF  
(CHG).  
1
Press the battery pack and slide it  
down.  
The CHARGE lamp lights up and  
charging starts.  
1
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AftercarintebatteryRecordintime  
The CHARGE lamp turns off when the  
battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC  
Adaptor from the DC IN jack.  
Approximate time (min.) available when  
you use a fully charged battery pack.  
Recording in the HDV format  
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• You can check the remaining battery with  
titi*  
Battery info (p. 49).  
NP-F570  
(supplied)  
135  
135  
135  
280  
290  
280  
415  
430  
415  
80  
80  
80  
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Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).  
Push the BATT RELEASE (battery release)  
button and remove the battery pack.  
NP-F770  
165  
170  
165  
235  
240  
235  
NP-F970  
Recording in the DVCAM (DV) format  
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135  
140  
135  
290  
290  
290  
430  
85  
90  
85  
BATT RELEASE  
(battery release) button  
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NP-F770  
175  
175  
175  
255  
Approximate time (min.) required when  
you fully charge a fully discharged battery  
pack.  
NP-F970  
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430  
260  
255  
NP-F570 (supplied)  
NP-F770  
260  
370  
485  
NP-F970  
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.  
* Typical recording time shows the time when  
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the  
power on/off and zooming.  
b Note  
• You cannot use the NP-F330 battery pack with  
this camcorder.  
Continued ,  
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On the charging/recording/playback time  
P
layintime  
• Times measured with the camcorder at 25 °C  
(77 °F) (10 to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F)) is  
recommended).  
Approximate time (min.) available when  
you use a fully charged battery pack.  
• The recording and playback time will be shorter  
when you use your camcorder in low  
LCDpanelLCDpanel  
temperatures.  
HDV format pictures  
Batterypack  
opened*closed  
• The recording and playback time will be shorter  
depending on the conditions under which you  
use your camcorder.  
NP-F570  
(supplied)  
200  
200  
NP-F770  
NP-F970  
410  
620  
410  
620  
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You can use the AC Adaptor to obtain AC.  
While you are using the AC Adaptor, the  
battery pack will not lose its charge even  
DVCAM (DV) format pictures  
LCDpanelLCDpanel  
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when it is attached to your camcorder.  
opened*closed  
NP-F570  
210  
210  
(supplied)  
Connect your camcorder as shown  
in Step3:Charging the battery pack  
NP-F770  
NP-F970  
435  
660  
435  
660  
* When the LCD backlight turns on.  
On the battery pack  
• Before changing the battery pack, slide the  
POWER switch to OFF (CHG).  
• The CHARGE lamp flashes during charging, or  
Battery Info (p. 49) will not be correctly  
displayed under the following conditions.  
– The battery pack is not attached correctly.  
– The battery pack is damaged.  
On the AC Adaptor  
• Use the nearby wall outlet when using the AC  
Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the  
wall outlet immediately if any malfunction  
occurs while using your camcorder.  
• Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow  
space, such as between a wall and furniture.  
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC  
Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic  
objects. This may cause a malfunction.  
– The battery pack is worn-out (For Battery  
Info only).  
• The power will not be supplied from the battery  
as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the  
DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the  
power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet.  
PRECAUTION  
• Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power  
(house current) is still supplied to it while  
• When attaching an optional video light, it is  
recommended that you use a NP-F970 battery  
pack.  
connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor.  
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To record or play back, slide the POWER  
switch to the respective direction.  
When using it for the first time, [CLOCK  
SET] screen appears (p. 22).  
2
3
Hold the camcorder properly.  
POWER switch  
Ensure a good grip, then fasten  
the grip belt.  
1
While pressing the green button,  
set the POWER switch.  
If the POWER  
switch is set to OFF  
(CHG), slide it  
while pressing the  
green button.  
CAMERA: To record pictures.  
VCR: To play or edit pictures.  
b Note  
• After you have set the date and time ([CLOCK  
SET], p. 22), the next time you turn on the  
power of your camcorder, the current date and  
time will be displayed on the LCD screen for a  
few seconds.  
Toturnofftepower  
Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).  
b Note  
• If warning messages appear on the screen,  
follow the instructions (p. 111).  
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Press and hold the DISPLAY/BATT INFO  
button for a few seconds until appears.  
This setting is practical when you use your  
camcorder in bright conditions or 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 the DISPLAY/BATT INFO  
button for a few seconds until  
Open the LCD panel while pressing the  
OPEN button 90 degrees to the camcorder  
(1), then rotate it to the best angle to  
record or play (2).  
disappears.  
z Tip  
• See [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 73) to adjust the  
brightness of the LCD screen.  
You can view pictures using the viewfinder  
to save the battery, or when the picture on  
the LCD screen is not clear.  
z Tips  
• If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees toward  
the lens from the position 1, you can close the  
LCD panel with the LCD screen facing outward.  
This is convenient during playback operations.  
• To close the LCD panel with the LCD screen  
inward, rotate the LCD panel to the position 1,  
and then close the LCD panel.  
z Tips  
• You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder  
backlight from [VF B.LIGHT] (p. 73).  
• To display images both on the LCD display and  
in the viewfinder, set [VF POWERMODE] to  
[ON](p. 73).  
• To display images in black and white in the  
viewfinder, set [VF COLOR] to [OFF](p. 73).  
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If you cannot see the picture in the  
viewfinder clearly under bright  
circumstances, use the supplied large  
eyecup. To attach the large eyecup, stretch  
it slightly and align it with the eyecup  
groove in the viewfinder. You can attach  
the large eyecup facing either the right or  
left side.  
b Note  
• Do not remove the pre-attached eyecup.  
Large eyecup (supplied)  
Attach with  
the protruding  
part at the top.  
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