Page 1 CusloJ_ler Support Websi[e. http://www.sony, net/ C#"foUTntU_ _ HEJEIrH _l_V MiRi _r_l_r bigital m_oRv 5Tle_ ,_, VOC (VolatJJe Organic Compound)-free Printed on 100% recycled paper using series HDV 1080i vegetable oil based ink, Printed in Japan 2661355120 © 2006 Sony Corporation...
Page 2 To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. This symbol is intended to alert tile user 1<1tile presence uninsulated "d_mgerous vollage _ within the producffs enclosure lhal tlmy be of sul_icienl milgnittlde constitute a risk (if electric s]lock to persons.
Page 3: Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Cleaning For your protection, please reM these sa/i:ty iustructions completely before operating Unplug tile set h'onl tile wall outlet befl)re the appliance, and keep this manttal for cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners future reference. or aerosol cleaners.
Page 4 ff_?ORTaNTSAF[GUgRD$/Csstisssd} Lightning Safety Check For added protection for this _t during a ligbming Upon completion ol any selMce or l_:pairs to tile storm, or when it is lefi unattended and unused loz" set, ask the _r_, ice technician to perlorm routine long periods ol tinle,...
Page 5: Readthis First
Relcr to the_ numbers whenever instruclions, cause harnll/l] hlterlerellce you call upon your Sony de_der regarding this radio co/lllll/lllicaI iOllS. product. However, there is no guarantee thai interlcrence Model NO, HDR-HC3 will not occur in a particular installation.
Page 6 Tile supplied interlace cable tllust be used with the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor equipmem inorder 1ocomply withthe limits lot a digital device pursuant to Subpart B ol Part 15 of sony FCC Rules. Using the camcorder Types of cassetteyoucan use in your camcorder •...
Page 7 Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens. which was developed jointly by Onrecording Carl Zeiss. in Germany, and Sony • Before starting to record, test the Corporation. and produces superior images. recording function to make sure the...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Note on the icons used in this manual HDVI080i F_.._ .,,_il.bl_t'orth_ HDVt'or,n.t o nb' Features available for the format only iMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ..............Read this first ................... Trying out the new HDV format! ............. Viewing video recorded in the HDV format! ...........
Page 9 To use a Shoulder belt Playback To use PB zoom Recording/playback To check the remaining battery (Battery Info) To turn off the operation confirmation beep (BEEP) To initialize the settings (RESET) Other part names and functions Indicators displayed during recording/playback ........
Page 10 Dubbing to VCR/DVD device, etc ............Recording pictures from a VCR ............Dubbing pictures from a tape to a "Memory Stick Duo" ......Deleting recorded pictures from the "Memory Stick Duo" ...... Marking images on the "Memory Stick Duo" with specific information (Print mark/Image protection)
Page 12: Tryingout The New Hdvformat
Et_oy_9_g ph;t _reswi¢##fg# _tefim'¢io_ q_Mity Tryingout the new HDVformat! High image quality The HDV format has about 2 times tile horizontal resolution of a standard TV resulting in about 4 times the amount of pixels providing high quality images. Being HDV format compliant, your camcorder is ready to shoot custal clear, high-definition images.
Page 13: Viewingvideorecordedin The Hdvformat
Viewingvideorecordedin the HDVformat!
Page 14: Step 1: Checkingsupplieditems
Getting S_agted Step 1: Checkingsupplieditems Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP6O Make sure that you have following items (p. 15, 116) supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates number of that item supplied. • The cassette tape and "Memory Stick Duo" am not included.
Page 15: Step2: Chargingthe Battery Pack
Step2: Chargingthe battery pack You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" Attach the battery pack to your battery pack (P series) (p. 116) after camcorder. attaching it to your camcorder. (_) Slide the BATT (battelT release) lever • You cannot use tile battery pack NP-FP30 with...
Page 16 Step2: ghar_i_ the battery pack {ge_ti_ue_} Slide the POWER switch in the Connect the power cord to the AC direction of the arrow to OFF Adaptor and the wall outlet. (CHG) (The default setting). Tile CH(; (ch:,rge/lamp lights up :rod charging starts.
Page 17 Chargingtime Recording in the DV format Approximate time/min.) required "Mien you fully charge a l)llly discharged battery pack. NP-FP50 NP-FP50 NP-FP60 Isupplied) NP-FP60 NP-FP70 (supplied) NP-FP71 NP-FD)0 €/1 NP-FP70 Recordingtime Approximate time (rain.) avaihdqe when NP-FP71 16(1 you use a fully charged battery pack.
Page 18 St÷p2: ¢har_ie_ the battery pack {¢+etieu+_} DV format pictures • Do not short-circuit tile DC plug of tile AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects, This may cause a malflmction. NP-FP50 PRECAUTION NP-FP60 • Even if your camcorder is turned oil. AC power /house current) is still supplied to it while /supplicd) connected to the wall out]el via the AC Adaptor.
Page 19: Step3: Turningthe Poweron And Holdingyour Camcorderfirmly
Step3: Turningthe poweron and holdingyour camcorderfirmly To record or play back, slide the POWER Hold the camcorder correctly. switch repeatedly to turn on tile respective lamp. When using it for the first time. tile [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 23). POWER switch Ensure a good grip, then fasten...
Page 20: Step 4: Adjustingthe Lcdpanel And Viewfinder
Step 4: Adjustingthe LCDpanel and viewfinder To turn offthe LCDbacklight to make the battery last longer Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the Press and hohl DISP/BATT INFO for a few camcorder 1@), then rotate it to tile best seconds until ."U_o_ appears.
Page 21: Step 5: Usingthe Touchpanel
Step 5: Usingthe touchpanel You can play back recorded pictures (p. 31 ). or change file sellings (p. 48) using the touch panel. You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Select the screen language in Place your hand on the rear side of [LANGUAGE] on the ;_...
Page 22 Step 5: Using the tou_h pa_e_{go_ti_e_) Touch the area including the indicator that you want to check. The meanings of the indicators in the area are listed on the screen. If you cannot find the indicator you want to check, touch [_]/f_] to toggle.
Page 23: Step6: Setting The Date Andtime
Step6: Setting the date andtime Set tile date and time when using this Select [CLOCK SET] with I_q/F_l, camcorder %r tile first time. If you do not set the date and time. the [CLOCK SET] then touch Io71. screen appears every time you turn ou your camcorder or change the POWER switch position.
Page 24: Step 7: Insertinga Tape Or A "Memory Stick Duo
Step 7: Insertinga tape or a "Memory Stick DUO" • Do not force the cassette compartment closed by pressing the portion marked _ NOT PUSH] while You call use mini MilliJ_ Ole]y cassettes it is sliding in, It may cause a malfunction.
Page 25 Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" into the "Memory Stick Duo" slot in the right direction until it clicks. ¢D Access lamp • If you torte lhe "Memory Stick Duo" into the slot in the wrong direction, tile "Memory Slick Duo," the "Memory Stick Duo" slot. or image data may be danmged.
Page 26: Easyrecording/Playback (Easyhandycam)
Easy Hafldycam _ _sin# ya_" _a_r_co_ter wq_fi a_tomat_¢ sett[#gs EasyRecording/Playback (EasyHandycam) With this E_lsy Hnnd_c_un oper_ltion, most of the c_unera settings _lre _mtom_ticMly optimMl_ adjusted, which frees you from detailed adjustments. The screen font size increz_ses l%r easy viewing. _f the POWER s_itch Slide the POWER...
Page 27 Slide the POWER switch [] to turn on the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp. If the POWER swilch is set Io OFF ICHG), _ slide il while pressing Ihe green bullon. L_MOR Press EASY :7t2 appears on Ihe screen []. Press PHOTO to record.* Flashing _ Press and hold lighlly Press flflly Io record.
Page 28 Easy Reg0_dia_/Play_agk{EasyHaa_ygam}(Caa{iaa÷d} Slide the POWER switch [] to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. Touch the buttons on the touch panel [] as follows. Movies Still images Touch _, then touch Touch _ -_ _/ to start playback. to select a picture. O Stop O Tape playback _ Previous/Next...
Page 30: Recording
Reget_HW/?layback Recording Lens cover Opens in accordance with the setting of the POWER switch. PHOTO CAM CTRL dial POWER switch START/STOP [] START/STOP 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: Tile CAMERA-TAPE switchlf...
Page 31: Playback
Playback Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. Start playing back. Touch Touch to rewind the tape to the desired point, then touch The luest recently recorded image displayed. to start playback.
Page 32: Functionsusedfor Recording/Playback,Etc
Functionsusedfor recording/playback,etc. R)cus is aboul 1 cm/abom 13/32 in.) lor wide angle and aboul 80 ctn (about 2 5/8 lcel) lt)r telephoto. • You can _t [DIGITAL ZOOMI (p. 571 if you want to ZOOlll1o a level greater than lO ×. •...
Page 33 Tocontrol the imagesettings • If you use the flash in bright places such as when shooting a backlit subjecl, lhe flash may manually withthe dial(CAMCTRL not be ellcctive. dial/MANUAL b utton) ... [] [] • When allaching a conversion lens (optional) or a filter (oplional) to your camcorder, the flzJsh lighl does not emil lighl.
Page 34 Functions u sedfo_reco_di_g/NaybacL etc. Igo_ti_ed) • A mirror-image of the subject appears on lhe LCD semen, but file piclure will be normal when recorded. To usea 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.
Page 35: To Initialize The Settings (Reset)
press lgDISP/BATT INFO again while t he informalion isdisplayed. Remaining batter) (approx.) Recording capacity (approx.) To turn off the operation confirmation beep (BEEP) ......See [BEEP] on page 69. To initialize the settings (RESET) ....... Press RESET _ to initialize all tile settings, including tile setting of tile date attd time.
Page 36: Indicatorsdisplayedduringrecording/Playback
Indicatorsdisplayedduringrecording/playback [] Recording folder (60) [] hnage size (58) [] Quality/[FINEI or [STDI) (58) [] Number of recorded still images (32) orDV) Recording fornmt/HDVl080i (66) Recording mode or _) is also displayed in the DV klrnlal. [] Remaining battery (approx.) [] Recording status/[STBY]/standby) [] "Memory Stick Duo"...
Page 37: Continued_L
()isareference page. The i ndicalurs during recerdiug will n ol be recurded. Tape lransporl indicator Data file name Video operation bultons 131 / Picture numbeffTotal uumber recurded pictures in the current playback folder Playback lk_lder 160) Previous/Next lk_lder icon The lollowing indicutors appear when lhe first or last picture of the currenl tolder is displayed and when therc are multiple lblders on the same "Memory Slick Duo.
Page 38 ( ) is a reference page. rs_o_di_/Nayback {go_i_u÷_) Center [_'] Color Slow Shutter (56) You can u_,cthe [DISPGUIDEI (p. 21 ) to PictBridgc connecting check tile function of each indicator that (8]) :_ppears on the LCD screen. "_'_ Warning (107) •...
Page 39: Searchingfor The Starting Point
Searchingfor the starting point Make sure that the CAMERA-TAPE lamp lights up (p. 30). You can view about 2 seconds of flae scene you slopped recorded .just before the tape. Touch --* _. END SEARCH will not work once you eject the cassette after you have recorded HDV]080i...
Page 40: Remotecommander
RemoteCommander • Ailn the Remote Comnmnder towards Remove the insulation sheel before using remote _nsor to operale your camcorder Ihe Remote Commander. (p. 35). • To change the battery, see page 121. During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY [] at a point you want to locate later on.
Page 41: Searching For A Scene By Date Of Recording (Date Search)
To cancel the operation Press ZERO SET MEMORY [] again before rewinding. • There may be a discrepancy of several seconds between lhe linle code and lhe tape counter. • Zero set memory will not flmction correctly il them is a blank section between recorded sections on tile tape.
Page 42: Playingthe Picture On A Tv
Playingthe picture on a TV Connection methods and image quality differ depending on what type of TV is comtected COllllectors used. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 15). Refer also to tile instruction manuals supplied with tile device to be connected.
Page 43: Connecting To A High Definition Tv
Jacks onyourcamcorder Open the .jack cover and connect the cable..: Signal flow (STANDARD SET) COMPONENT IVCR HDV/DVI ---_ Component video cable VIDEOIN IAUTOI (p. 65) =" (supplied) (Green) ICOMPONENTI---_ PB/CB' ..(Blue) 11080i/480i1 (p. 67) (Red) PR/CR AN connecting cable (supplied) AUDIO "-,,_...
Page 44: Connecting To A 16:9 (Wide) Or 4:3 Tv
• Your TV needs to have an i,LINK jack compatible with HDV1080i, For details, confirm the specifications of your TV. For details on Sony HDVl080i compliant TVs, see page 113. • lI your TV is not compatible with HDVI0g0i, connect your calncorder and TV with the supplied component vide(} cable and A/V connecting cable as illustrated in [].
Page 45 ..::::, : Signal flow (STANDARD SET) IVC:R HDV/DV I ---_ IAUTOI _p. 65) i.LINK cable (optional) i.LINK li.LINK CONVI ---_ ION (HDV --_ DV)I • The TV lleeds to be set so tbal Jl recognizes tbal the the instruction u]anuals call]corder COlHlected.
Page 46 P+a+i+++ +_h+ p++_+r++_+a TV (g++_+++++} About HDMI(HighDefinition Multimedia Interface) HDMI OUT jack is :m interface to send both video/audio signuls. Connecting HDMI OUT jack and external device supplies high quality images aud digital audio to you. Whenconnectingto yourTVviaa VCR Select the connecting method on page 74 depending on the input j:_ck of the VCR. Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable.
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Page 48: Usingthe Menuitems
_e MemJ Usingthe menuitems Follow the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed after this page. Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the respective lamp. ,_° CAMERA-TAPE lmnp: settings-, on a lape PLAY/EDIT lamp: settings...
Page 49 Ifyou d ecide not to change the setting, touch [_ toreturn to the previous scrc*:n. • To use menu items during EasyHandycamoperation Ig_gff01 is not displayed during Eas_ Hand, cam operation (p. 28). IMENUI. @ Touch Available menu items appear on the screen. @ Select the desired menu.
Page 50: Menu Items
Menu items Available menu items (0) vary depending on which lamp is lit. During Easy Handycam operation, tile setting is set :mtom:_tic:dly as shown in the following list. Position d lamp: _2 CAMERA SET menu (p.,52) PROGRAM • • SPOT METER •...
Page 51 Position o amp: iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii DEMO MODE • 8 EDIT/PLAY menu (p. 64) MAR. SPD PB REC CTRL BURN DVD END SEARCH • STANDARD menu (p. 65) VCR H DV/DV REC FORMAT • DV SET • VOLUME MULTI-SOUND LCDNF • • •...
Page 52: Camera Setmenu
CAMERA SETmenu Settingstoadjustyourcamcorder tothe recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE SUNSET&NOON**(_) BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.) The default settings are marked with _'. The indicators in parentheses appear when Select Io maintain the atmosphere the items are selected. situations such as sunsets, general night page 48 for details on selecting views or fireworks.
Page 53 INDOOR (@,_) • The setting returns 1o [AUTO] when you sel lhe POWER swilch 1o OFF (CHG) fi)r more than The white buhmcc is a¢[]ustcd to bc hours, appropriate %r the follm_ing recording conditions: hldoor_, AI party scenes or studios where llle ligbling You can fix the brightness of a picture conditions clmnge quickly manually.
Page 54 _ICANERA SETmenu (go_i_ed) You can atliust the sharpness of the image You can adjust the white balance to the outline with [_7/[_. 1_ appears when desired sening using _/[_7. the sharpness is anything other than the and the setting value appear when IWB default setting.
Page 55 sharpen the f f)cus. _ appears when Ihe focus cannot be acljusted any closer, appears when the focus cannot be acljusted You can set this l_tnction when you use the farfller a_ ay. builtdn flash or an external flash (optional) (_) T ouch I_g].
Page 56 _ICA_ERA SETmenu (go_ti_edl P,. O FF • Do nol use NightShot/[SUPER NS] in brighl places. This may cause a malfimction. The zchra pattern is not displayed. • Do not cover the inh'ared port with your fingers or other objects (p. 33). The zebra pattern appears at a screen •...
Page 57 To cancel tile count down. touch [RESET]. To cancel the self-timer, select [OFF]. When using an optional conversion lens. • You can also operatc by pressing START/STOP use this lhnction to record using the or PHOTO on tile Remote Commander (p. 40). optimum compensation for camera shake lk_reach lens.
Page 58: Memory Setmenu
VGA (0.3M) (VFVGA) • When using the "Memo W Stick Duo" made by Sony Corporatkm. The number of mcordable Allows for the maximum number of piclures varies depending on lhe recording images to be recorded.
Page 59 4000 5000 • When using tile "Memory Stick Duo" made by Sony (-k)rporation. The number of recordable * [1i7 IMAGE SIZE] is fixed to [[_ 2.3M1 in tfictures varies depending on the recording HDV or DV lormat (16:9) and [I.7M] in DV environment.
Page 60 MEMORYSETmem_(go_tim_ed} [CURRNT FOLDER]: Ddetes all the images in the selected folder. (_) Touch IYESI mice--_ r_7. You can create a new folder ( 102MSDCF to 999MSDCF) on a "Memory Stick Duo." • Cancel image protection on the "Memory Stick When a folder is fitll/a maximum...
Page 61: Pict.appli.menu
PICT.APPLI.menu Special effects on pictures or additional functionson recording/playback(SLIDE SHOW/PICT.EFFECT/SlYlTH SLW REC, etc.) Plays back the images stored on a "Memory Tile default settings are marked with _'. Stick Duo," or in a folder in sequence (slide Tile indicators in parentheses appear when shov,').
Page 62 P++T+APPH+ m++J I+o++R+++t_++} + ++ +E+++t + [t+++_++ + ++ +_++ j ++ ++ + +++++ ++ + +++++ ++ + +++++ ++ ++ • You cannot change to another digital ellect FLASH The interval of flame-by- while recording pictures on a tape with flame playback+ [CINEMA...
Page 63 PASTEL* Fast moving subjects and actiuns, which Piclures appear as a pale paslel drawing. cannot be captured under the general shouting conditions, can be shot in smouth MOSAIC* moving slow-motion for about 3 seconds. This is useful to shoot fast actions such as a golf or tennis swing.
Page 64: %8 Edit/Play Menu
N EDIT/PLAY menu P(+T+APPU+m+NJ I+o++R+++t_++} Settings for editing or playing back in (VAR.SPD various modes PB/END SEARCH, etc.) You can connect the camcorder to a The def:mlt settings are marked with P,'. personal computer with a USB cable attd The ittdicators itt parentheses appear when view pictures on the computer.
Page 65: Standard Set Menu
When your cmncurder is connected to :muther device using an i.LINK cable, When your camcorder is COUllected to a select tile signal to input/output from the _, Sony VAIO series personal computer, you HDV/DV Interface/i.LINK). The selected can easily bum the picture recurded on tile signal is recorded or played back.
Page 66 _A STM_DARg SIT menu/Co_ti_ueg} may be distorted or tile time code may not be • Disconnect the i.LINK cable belore changing the [VCR HDV/DV I setdng. Otherwise, written properly between lhe scenes. connected device, such as a VCR, may not be @ [] WIDESELECT able to recognize the video signal flom your camcorder.
Page 67 BRIGHT Brightens tile LCD screen. Touch [_7/[_7 Io a@tsl file vohnne • When yoll connect yollr camcorder to outside ]p. 31). power sources, [BRlGHT] is automatically • You can also a({iust the siting using the CAM selected tot tile siting. CTRL dial (p.
Page 68 _A $Tg_DAR# SETmenu/Co_ti_ueg} Select to vie_ your pictures on a 4:3 standard Signals in HDV format are converted tu DV HDV/DV (16:9) DV (4:3) format format, and pictures are output in DV format pictures pictures format from tile [, HDV/DV htterface /i.LINK).
Page 69 _OFF Data code is not displayed. The defatflt setting is [ON], allowing you to DATE/TIME use the supplied Remote Commander Displa) s the date and time. (p. 40). CAMERA DATA (below) • Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder fi'onl Dis_:flays camera setting data.
Page 70: Time/Langu. Menu
_STANBA88 SET m_u menu (CLOCKSET/WORLDTIME/LANGUAGE) 5 rain See page 48 for details on selecting menu items. The cmnCol-dcris automatically turned off when you do not operate your camcorder lbr more than approximately 5 minutes. NEVER See page 23. The cmncordcr is not automatically turned off.
Page 71: Customizing Personalmenu
Customizing PersonalMenu You can add desired menu items to Personal Menu. and customize Personal Menu settings for each POWER lamp position. This is convenient if you add Touch IF_--* [P-MENU frequently used menu items to Personal Menu. [DELETE]. If the desired menu item is not displayed,...
Page 72: Usingthe Camctrl Dial
Usingthe CAMCTRL 8_stemizi_ Personal Ne_ dial CAM CTRL dial*_ -- MANUAL button .2 Touch _ --* [P-MENU SET UP] -+ [SORT]. If tile desired menu item is nut displayed, touch E_/I_. Touch the menu item you want to move. .1 You can ac[iuslthe assigned item manually. *2 Press Ibis btlltOll...
Page 73 Press and hold the MANUAL button for several seconds. Tile %llowing is an example of the procedure to ac{just tile [FOCUS] setting The IDIAL SET] screen appears. manually. The procedure is the same for other setting items. Set the POWER switch CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERA- MEMORY.
Page 74: Dubbingto Vcr/Dvd Device, Etc
Dubbingto VCR/DVD device, etc. Cennecl your camcuMer tu the wall oullel using tile supplied AC Adaplur fur lifts uperalien (p. 15). Refer also lo tile instruclieu manuals supplied with tile devices lu be cuunected. The connection melhed and tile image qualby will differ depending...
Page 75 Jacks onyourcamcorder Open the jack cover and connect the cable. Using an i.LINKcable(optional) The dubbed formal (HDV/DV) differs depending on the recording format or the lormat supported by the VCR/DVD device. Select tile required settings from the table below make the menu settings.
Page 76 Dubbie_ to VCR/_VDdevice, etc./¢0e_ieue_} • When [VCR HDV/DV I is sel to [AUTOI, and If your recording device has an ittput the signal switches between HDV and DV selector, set it to the appropriate input hlrlnats, tile piclurc and sound are interrupted /such as vide() iuputl and video input2).
Page 77: Recordingpictures Froma Vcr
Recordingpictures froma VCR •When dubbing 1o a DVD r ecorder liom your You call record pictures from a VCR on a camcorder inDV lormat through an i.LINK tape. You call record a scene as a still image cable, you m ay not operate your calncorder on a "Memory Stick Duo."...
Page 78 Rece[di_# pictures from a VgB _ {ge_ti_ued} Start playing the cassette on your VCR. Slide the POWER switch to turn The picture played on Ihe connecled device appears on Ihe LCD screen on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. yO/IF carl/corder. Set the input signal of your Touch [REC START] at the point...
Page 79: Dubbingpicturesfrom A Tape To A "Memory Stick Duo
Dubbingpicturesfrom a tape to a "Memory Stick Duo" You can record still images on a "Memory Stick Duo." Make sure you have a recorded Perform steps 1 to 4 in tape attd a "Memory Stick DLtO" inserted "Recording movies." into your camcorder. Start playing the cassette.
Page 80: Deletingrecorded Pictures Fromthe "Memory Stick Duo
Deletingrecorded Markingimageson pictures fromthe the "Memory Stick "Memory Stick Duo" Duo"with specific information (Print mark/ Slide the POWER switch to turn Image protection) on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. When you are using a "Memory Stick Duo" with the write-protect tab. make sure the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick Touch...
Page 81: Printingrecorded Images(Pictbridge Compliant Printer)
Printingrecorded images(PictBridge compliant printer) • Do not mark images on your ctuncorder if tile "Memory Stick Duo" already has some images with the Print mark put on using other devices. You can print out pictures using a This may change the inkwmation of tile images PictBridge compliant printer without with the Print mark put on using the other COilnecting the camcorder to a computer.
Page 82 PH+t++++ ++++++++++++a++s IN+tee++++ ++raN+met +++++t++} {g++th++++} • If the printer stops working, disconnect tile USB Ig_gg0] -_ [MENUI (PICT,APPLI.) cable, turn the printer oil and on again and [PictBridge PRINTS. restart the operation hom the beginning. • We cminot guiu'antee the operation of n'_odels •...
Page 83: Jacksto Connectexternal Devices
Jacksto connectexternal devices Camcorder loosen tile screw, and l]len press down and pull oul the accessory. • Connecting with an external device wears out the batlel_' pack lastcr. • When you are recording nlovies with an external flash (optional) connectcd to the accessoly shoe, mrn off tile power of the external flash to prevent charging noise being mcoMed.
Page 84: Connectingto A Computer
Using a gompu#eg Connectingto a Copying still images computer to a computer i i iiiiU ii!i ii !i i i i ii ili!iii! i ii i ii!ii!ii!ii!ii When connecting your camcorder to the computer, tile following operatiens are available: ForWindows users Copying tile still images on a "Memory •...
Page 85 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. 5 Connect the USB cable to the _' To USB jack (USB) jack on your camcorder and the USB jack on your computer. -- USB cable [USB SELECT] appears on the LCD (supplied) screen of your...
Page 86 gop_i_ still ima_ss b a 8empub_ (So_tbu÷d/ ForWindows users Hy DocumenL5 If [USB CONNECT] :,ppears uu tile LCD I±i 3 t._Floppy (A,,) screen, follow the procedure below to {_ "_ Local Disk (C;) disconnect the USB cable. ";_ Local Disk (D:) (_) Click the [Unplug or Kiect hardware] icon /_i ,,;_ DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) on the task tray.
Page 87: Copyingmovieson A Tape To The Computer
Copyingmovieson a tape to the computer • If you are using Mac OS X. turn off tile to the Connect )our caalcorder conlptlter computer belbrc disconnecting tile USB cable with an i.LINK cable. and ejecting tile "MemoJ y Stick Duo." The computer needs to have an i.LINK •...
Page 88 ()[)[)()silt order may cause slalic electricity to • You can creale DVDs hom a tape by connecling build up, resulling in a inalfllnclion of your your camcorder to a Sony VAIO _ries camcorder. computer lhat has "Click to DVD Ver.2.3"or recognize •...
Page 89: Creatinga Dvd(Direct Accessto "Click To Dvd")
Creatinga DVD(Direct Accessto "Click to DVD") Yuu can create a DVD from a tape with a Sony VAIO series computer* preinstalled with "Click to DVD." via an i.LINK cable. Tile picture is automatically copied and Tile following pwcedures describe how le create a DVD from a recorded tape.
Page 90 greatia# a #Vg (girect Access te '°gHck te #V#') _/ge_tia#ed} • After you start up [Click to DVD Automatic Mode Launcher] once. from Touch _ --* [MENU] --* _-:_ then on it starts up automatically when (EDIT/PLAY] -+ [BURN DVD] -+ yOU turll your computer.
Page 91 While recording images on(o a "Memo] 10Touch Slick Duo," [NO] to finish creating a When "Click to DVD" is starled up froln file DVD. conlputer, C,_a_ another copy? DLs¢_ay o_ens. Tile disc tray comes out automatically. To create another DVD with the same content, touch [YES].
Page 92: Troubleshooting
Sony dealer. The power does not turn on. • Attach a charged battery pack to the camcordcr (p. 15). • Use the AC Adaptor to connect to a wall outlet (p. 15). The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
Page 93 • Attach the battmT .:_ac k to the camcorder correctly (p. 15). If the problem .:_ersists,disconnect the AC Adaptor fiom the _all outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. The power turns off frequently although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate.
Page 94 TrssNeshsstisS/gsstisssS} picture remains on the LCD screen. • This occurs if you disconnect the DC plug or remove the hatter) pack without turning off the pox_er first. This is not a malfunction. cannot turn the LCD backlight off. • During Ep;y Handycam operation, you cannot turn the LCD hacklight on/off by pressing and...
Page 95 The cassette is noisier during rewinding or fast-forwarding. • When using the AC Adaptor, le_ ind/l_p_t f ol_ ald speed inclcases (comp ued with batteU operation) and therefore incre ,ses noise. This is not a malfimction. You cannot operate functions using the "Memory Stick Duo."...
Page 96 TrssNsshsstisS/gsstisssS} data file name flashes. • The file is damaged. • The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 114). Refer also to "Adjusting the image during recording"/p. 97) and "Memory Stick Duo" section (p. 95). tape does not start when press...
Page 97 The shutter sound is not heard when you record a still image. • Set [BEEP] to IONI (p. 6q). flash does not work. • You cannot use the flash during tape recording. • When attaching a conversion lens (optional) or a filter (optional) to your camcorder_ it may block the flash of your camcorder.
Page 98 TrssNsshsstisS/SsstisssS} [DIGITAL ZOOM] does not function. • [DIGITAL ZOOM] does not fimction x_hen you set [TELE MACRO] to ION]. Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the screen. • The spots appear when you are recording in [SLOW SHUTTRL [SUPER NS], or [COLOR SLOW...
Page 99 • The tupc "_xas r ecorded ill both of the HDV and DV l()lmltts. This is not a malflu_ction. The movies freeze for a while, or the sound breaks off. • This occurs if the tape or video head is dirty (p. 119). • Use the Sony mini DV cassette. Continued-_...
Page 100 TrssNsshsstisS/gsstisssS} "---" is displayed on the screen. • The tape you are playing _as recorded _vithout 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 or _[_...
Page 101 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. 68) and play back the picture. J_4ch=12bappears on the LCD screen.
Page 102 TrssNsshsstisS/gsstisssS} cannot use [SPOT METER]. You cannot use ]SPOT METER] together with: NightShot ]CINEMA EFFECT] of [D.EFFECT] [COLOR SLOW S] If you set [PROGRAM AE]_ [SPOT METER] is auton/atically set to [AUTO]. cannot use [EXPOSURE]. You cannot use [EXPOSURE] together _ith: NightShot [COLOR...
Page 103 [HISTOGRAM] is not displayed. • [HISTOGRAM] is not displayed while displaying the date and time. • Q) indicator appears and [HISTOGRAM] is not displayed in the lk)llowing. While using [DIGITAL ZOOM] While using [D.EFFECT] You cannot use [FADER]. • You cannot use [FADER] together _ilh: [SELF-TIMER] [SUPER NS] [COLOR SLOW S]...
Page 104 TrssblsshsstisS {Csstisssd) Pictures from connected devices cannot be zoomed. • You cannot zoom pictures from connected devices on your camcordcr (p. 34). Time code and other information appear on the display of the connected device. • Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] x_hile connected x_ithan A/V connecting cable (p.
Page 105 The computer recognize does your camcorder. • Disconnect the cable from tile computer camcordcr, then connect it again securely. • Disconnect devices other than keyboard_ the mouse_ the camcorder lron/file (USB) jack on the computer. • Disconnect the cable from the computer camcorder_ restml...
Page 106 TrssNsshsstisS/SsstisssS} cannot copy images to the Windows computer. • DisphJ} pictures recorded on a "Memo1), Stick Duo _ith the t'ollo_ing procedures. 1 Double-click [My Computer]. 2 Double-click the icon lk)r the newly recognized drive [Removable Disk]. It may take some time until Ihe drive is recognized.
Page 107: Warningindicatorsand Messages
Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If c\_ (Battery level warning) the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony • The battcly' pack is nearl} used up. dealer or h)cal authorized So W service • Depending on the operating, facility.
Page 108 Wamia_ iadicato_s a_d messages {8o_tia_e_} Lo_:_j (Warning indicators pertaining to "_ (Warning indicator pertaining to the tape) camera-shake warning) • The amount of lights is not sufficient, Slow flashing: so camera-shake easily occurs. Use the There is h:ss than 5 minutes •...
Page 109 • Moisture condensation This Memory Stick is not formatted correctly. r__ Moisture condensation. Eject • Check the format, then l_mnat the the cassette (p 119) "Memory Stick Duo" as necessary (p. 6(1, 114). [] Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H. (p 119) Cannot record.
Page 110 War_ia_ iadicata_s and messages {8o_tia_e_} • Lenscover Cannot save still picture. • Do not _:icct Memory Stick Duo '_ Lens cover not fully open. Turn whih: still images are being stored onto power off then on. (p 19) it (p. 32). •...
Page 111: Usingyourcamcorderabroad
AJditk_a[ I_to_malio_? Usingyourcamcorderabroad Power supply Viewing HDV format pictures recorded in HDV format HDV1080i can/P,e _o/lr camcorder ill 3ny country/regioo using tile AC Adaptor You need :m HDV 1080i compatible TV (or supplied with your camcorder within tile monitor) with a component jack and AC 1{_)V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range.
Page 112: Usablecassettetapes
Usablecassettetapes Copyrightsignal Your camcorder is capable of recording in both HDV and DV %rmats. N When you play back You can use mini DV format cassettes only. If the cassette >ou play back on your Use a casselte with Ihe Mi. | _'V mark. camcorder contains copyright signals, you Your camcorder is not compatible with cannot copy it to a tape in another video...
Page 113 OnSonyHDVI080icompliantTVs When labeling the cassette Be sure to place tile label ottly oil tile HDVI080i locations sbowu in tile folluwing An HDV furm:.t compatible TV with illustration so us trot tu cause a m:dfuuction component input jack is required to view of yuur camcorder.
Page 114: Aboutthe "Memory Stick
Aboutthe "Memory Stick" A "Memory Stick" is a compact, portable • Data mad/write speed vary depending lhe combination of the "Memory Stick" IC recording mediun/with a data capacity "Memory Stick" complianl product you use. that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk. You can use only a "Memory Stick Duo."...
Page 115 On image data compatibility • Do not insert anything other than a "Memory Stick Duo" into the "Memory Stick Duo" slot. • Image data files recorded on a ' Nlemory Stick Doing so may cause a malhmction. DIIO _ by your Calllcorder conlorln to the...
Page 116: Aboutthe "Infolithium" Battery Pack
Aboutthe "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack This unit is compatible with an • Frcquenl use of the LCD screen or a fl'cquent playback, l,Jst lorward or rewind operation '%foLITHIUM" battery pack (P series). wears out the balte W pack laster. Your camcorder operates only with an We mconnnend using a large capacity...
Page 117: Abouti.link
• i.LINK is a morn lhmiliar term lot the [EEE 1394 dala transport bus proposed by Sony, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. • IEEE 1394 is an international slandard slandardized by the lnslitule of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
Page 118: Maintenanceand Precautions
• If troy solid object or liquid gets inside the instructions for the device to be connected. casing, unplug your camcoMer and have it checked by a Sony dealer belorc operating About the required i.LINK cable any further. Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin4o-4-pin cane •...
Page 119 If this happens, the cassette is • If the lollowing problem occurs, clegmthe video sometimes not ejected for 10 seconds alter heg_ds t ot l0 seconds with the Sony DVM- the cassette lid is opened. This is not a 12CLDcleaning cg_ssette ( optional).
Page 120 Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized (_) Touch the "x" displayed on the screen with Sony service l_cility to have the video beads the corner of the "MemoU Stick Duo" or replaced.
Page 121 Connnander Your camcorder has a pre-iustalled nol flmclkln properly. In this case. replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. rechargeable battery to retain the date. time. Use of another batlcl T nlay present a risk of fire and other settings even when the POWER or explosion.
Page 122 Maiate_a_c÷ a_dprecau_ioas (Co_tim_÷d) To remove dustfrominside the Remove the finder lens block. viewfinder 1 Remove the eyecup. ® (_) Remove the 2 screws on the lower left and right sides of Ihe finder lens block using i screwdriver. (&) Slide the finder lens block in the direction of the arrow to remove it.
Page 123: Specifications
Specifications System HI, Remove dust from the inside area VMeo reeording system (HDV) where the finder lens block was 2 rotary heads. Helical scanning system attached with a camera blower. Video reeording system (DV) 2 rotary heads. Helical scanning system Still inmge reeording system Exif Ver.
Page 124 hnage device Output connectors 5.9 mm/ 1/3 type) CMOS sensor Audio/Video output Gross: Approx. 2 103 000 pixels 10-pin connector Effective (movie, 4:3): Video sign:d: I Vp-p, 75 f2 (ohms), I 076 000 pixels unbalanced Effective/movie, 16:9): Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 £2 I 434 000 pixels (ohms), unbalanced Effective (still, 4:3):...
Page 125 General Dimensions (approx.) 48x29x81 mm(l 15/16×13/16x Power requirements 3 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) excluding tile DC 7.2 V (battery pack) projecting parts DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Mass (approx.) Average power consunlption 170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord During c:m/era recording using tile viewfinder with nornml brightness: * See the label on tile AC Adaptor lot other specifications.
Page 126 • Macintosh and Mac OS am trademzwks of Apple Computer. lnc in the U.S, and other countries. • HDV and the HDV logo am trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Coral)any of Japan, Ltd. • HDI_II, _,,,,_r_|, _,nd High-DeB,dti ..
Page 127: Identifying Parts And Controls
&h'ck Refere_Tce Identifying parts and controls Tile numbers in ( ) are reference pages. [] Power zoom lever (32) [] PHOTO button (30) [] POWER switch (19) [] Viewfiuder (20) [] Eyecup (122) [] Viewfiuder lens adjustment lever (20) [] Battery pack/battery terminal cover (15) [] START/STOP button (30)
Page 128 Ne_tif_i_# parts and co_tm_s {8o_tim_÷_} [] (!AM CTRL dial (33) [] MANUAL button (33) [] NIGHTSHOT switch (33) [] Zoom buttons 132) [] START/STOP button (30) [] BACK LIGHT button (33) [] DISP/BATT INFO button 134) [] EASY button (26) [] COMPONENT OUT jack (83) [] A/V OUT jack (83)
Page 129 [] Flash [] Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (7) [] Microphone (35) [] Camera recording lamp (35) [] _,_ LANC jack (83) [] _. HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) (83) [] HDMI OUT jack (83) [] Remote sensor (35) [] Cassette compartment lid (24) [] Hooks for the Shoulder belt [] BATT (battery release) lever (16) N"...
Page 130: Index
Index Numeric DIGITAL ZOOM ... 57, 98 DISP GUIDE I ttSIIi/480i ......CALIBRATION ....(Display guide) ..... 12B IT ........CTRL dial ....DISP OUTPUT ....16BIT ........CAMERA COLOR ....Display indicators ....480i ........CAMERA DATA ....DISP/BATT INFO button CAMERA...
Page 131: Button
Folder Internal microl)hone ..... "Memol T Stick Duo", ... FOLDER ..... INT.REC-STL FORMAT ...... (Inlelval photo recording)..PB FOLDER Insert/Ejecl ....i.LINK ........ (Playback folder) ... Number of mcordable FOLDER i.LINK cable..44, 77.87, pictures ......(Recording R_lder) ..60 i.LINK CONV ....
Page 132 P.MENU ... See Personal Menu OPEN/EJECT lever....SHARPNESS ....54, 102 Shoulder belt ......Operation confirmation beep ......... See BEEP SKINTONE ......OUTDOOR ......QUALITY ......Skip Scan ......SLIDE SHOW ...... QUICK ......Slow Playback ............SLOW SHUTTR PASTEL .......
Page 133 Time code ......Wide angle ......TIME/LANGU. menu ... WIDE SELECT ....Windows ......Touch panel ......Trademark ......WORLD TIME ....TRAIL ........Wrile-prolecl lab ..112, Transmitter ......Tripod ........TV ......... ZEBRA ......... color syslems ....Zero set memory ....

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