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Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
GB
3-280-852-11(1)
Digital HD Video
Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference
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Read this first Before operating this unit, please read this Types of “Memory Stick” you can use manual thoroughly, and retain it for future in your camcorder reference. You can use any “Memory Stick” that has the following markings. Notes on use Types of cassette you can use in your “Memory Stick Duo” camcorder (This size can be used with your Your camcorder is capable of recording in camcorder.) HDV, DVCAM and DV formats. When recording in HDV/DV format, Sony recommends that you us
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Using the camcorder About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens � Do not hold the camcorder by the following part. � 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, LCD panel Lens hood red, blue, or
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Read this first (Continued) � Compensation for the contents of About this manual recordings cannot be provided, even if � The images of the LCD screen and the recording or playback is not possible due viewfinder used in this manual for to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage illustration purposes are captured using a media, etc. digital still camera, and therefore may � TV color systems differ depending on the appear different. countries/regions. To view your � The on-screen display
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Table of Contents Read this first ...........................................................................................2 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ..............................................................8 Step 2: Attaching the supplied items ........................................................9 Step 3: Preparing a power supply ..........................................................15 Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly .....17
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Table of Contents (Continued) Using the Menu Using the menu items ...........................................................62 Menu items ............................................................................................ 64 (CAMERA SET) menu .................................................................... 67 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SETUP/BACK LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.) (AUDIO SET) menu ......................................................
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Additional Information Maintenance and precautions ..............................................................106 HDV format and recording/playback ................................................ 106 Compatibility of the DVCAM/DV formats........................................... 107 About the “Memory Stick” ................................................................. 109 About i.LINK...................................................................................... 110 About x.v.Col
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Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items Wind Screen (1), Microphone (ECM-XM1) (1) (p. 11) supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. � A cassette tape and a “Memory Stick Duo” are not included. See pages 2, 106 and 109 for types of cassette tape and “Memory Stick Duo” that you can use on your camcorder. Accessory shoe kit (Accessory shoe (1), Accessory shoe plate (1), screws (4)) C
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Getting Started Step 2: Attaching the supplied items 3 While holding the lens in place, push Mounting the lens the lens locking lever D down to mount the lens. Make sure to turn off the POWER switch of your camcorder before mounting the lens. 4 Connect the lens cable to the LENS jack Refer to the manuals provided with the lens A. for details on the proper handling of the 5 Push the lens cable in the cable holder lens. B. b Notes � You can mount a 1/3" lens directly on your camcorder. You
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Step 2: Attaching the supplied items (Continued) 3 Select [MANU ADJUST] in [FLANGE BACK] of the (CAMERA SET) menu. 4 Select [YES] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial E. 5 Turn the zoom ring D to the telephoto position. 6 Turn the focus ring C until the subject MANUAL SERVO ZOOM comes in focus, then press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial E. 7 Turn the zoom ring D to the wide angle position. Adjusting the flange focal length 8 Turn the focus ring C until the subject automatically comes in focus, then pre
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Getting Started Attaching the supplied 4 Put the microphone cable into the microphone cable holder E. 5 Select the channel with the REC CH SELECT switch F. See p. 45 for details. z Tips � See page 45 for adjusting the volume. � Set the INPUT1/2/3/4 switch for the jack connected to the microphone to MIC+48V. Attaching the lens hood with lens cover REC CH SELECT IN2 IN1 IN3 IN4 PUSH (lens hood release) button CH1 CH2 2CH MODE Align the marks on the lens hood to 1 Attach the wind screen B to
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Step 2: Attaching the supplied items (Continued) z Tips Attaching the shoulder strap � If you attach or remove a 72mm (2 7/8 in.) PL filter or MC protector, remove the lens hood with lens cover. 1 Fit one of the clips to a shoulder To open or close the shutter of the strap fitting. Lens hood with lens cover Clip Move the lens cover lever up or down to open or close the lens cover. Move the lens cover lever to OPEN to open the lens cover, and move the lever to CLOSE to close the lens cover.
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Getting Started Attaching Memory Recording Unit 2 Fit the other clip to the shoulder strap fitting on the other side of Attach the Memory Recording Unit to your the grip in the same way. camcorder as illustrated. For details, refer to the Operating Instructions of the Memory Recording Unit on the CD-ROM. To remove the shoulder strap HDV/DV jack (6-pin) Pull in the direction of the arrow while pressing here. b Notes � You cannot use the HDV/DV jack when the Memory Recording Unit is attach
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Step 2: Attaching the supplied items (Continued) To attach the Memory Recording Unit to the i.LINK Cradle Attach the Memory Recording Unit to the i.LINK Cradle as illustrated. To remove the Memory Recording Unit from the i.LINK Cradle Slide the unit upward while pushing the RELEASE lever of the Memory Recording Unit downward. z Tips � Refer to the operating instructions of HVR- MRC1 on the supplied CD-ROM for details on the i.LINK Cradle. 14
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Getting Started LOCK LOCK LOCK Step 3: Preparing a power supply The following power supplies are recommended for your camcorder. � BP-GL65/GL95/L60S/L80S Lithium-ion Battery pack Battery Pack � AC power using the AC-550, AC-DN2, Align these lines. AC-DN10 AC Adaptor Using a battery pack Approximate operating time (min.) when Back of the camcorder you use a fully charged battery pack. Model name HDV DVCAM (DV) 2 Slide the battery pack down until its “LOCK” arrow points at the matching BP-GL
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LOCK Step 3: Preparing a power supply (Continued) 2 Connect an AC-550 AC Adaptor to an Using an AC Adaptor AC power source, then connect it to the DC IN 12V connector of the camcorder To use the AC-550 AC Adaptor (p. 16). Connect the camcorder to the AC power The power source switches supply through an AC-550 AC Adaptor as automatically from the battery pack to shown in the following figure, and turn the the AC Adaptor connected to the DC IN POWER switch of the AC-550 on. 12V connector. b
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Getting Started LOCK Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly To record or play, set the CAMERA/VCR switch to respective positions. 2 Hold the camcorder properly. When you use your camcorder for the first time, [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 20). POWER switch CAMERA/VCR switch 3 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the grip belt. 1 Set the POWER switch to ON, and set the CAMERA/VCR switch. CAMERA POWER ON OFF VCR CAMERA: To record pictures. VCR: To play or edit pictures.
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LOCK Step 5: Adjusting the viewfinder and LCD panel To adjust the viewfinder position The viewfinder To adjust the viewfinder left-to-right position, loosen the left-to-right fixing ring. To attach the large eyecup To adjust the front-to-back position, loosen To attach the supplied large eyecup, stretch the front-to-back position locking knob. it slightly and align it with the eyecup groove in the viewfinder. You can attach Viewfinder left-to-right the large eyecup facing either the right
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Getting Started To adjust the brightness Set the brightness in [VF B.LIGHT] of (DISPLAY SET) menu (p. 79). b Notes � You may see primary colors shimmering in the viewfinder when you move your eye line. This is not a malfunction. The shimmering colors will not be recorded on the recording media. The LCD panel 1180 degrees (max.) 2180 degrees (max.) 290 degrees (max.) DISPLAY - LCD BRIGHT+ - LCD BRIGHT + PLAY INDEX DELETE - + buttons MEMORY DISPLAY button z Tips � You can use the LCD pane
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LOCK Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not 1 Push the MENU/STATUS switch set the date and time, [CLOCK SET] screen to MENU. appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the CAMERA/VCR switch position. z Tips � If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the
