Sony 4-114-858-12(1) Bedienungsanleitung

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10When the CH1 switch is set to INT MICWhen the CH1 is set to INPUT16 Set the INPUT1 switch H to an appropriate position for the microphone connected

100(HDV or DVCAM (DV)) to be copied to the computer.* See page 62 for menu settings.z Tips• To copy HDV format images as they are without changing the

101Dubbing/EditingUse the supplied AC Adaptor/Charger to obtain AC power (p. 12).1 Prepare editing software (not provided).2 Turn on your computer.3 I

102Copying still images to a computer• For details on precautions and compatible application software, refer also to the operating instructions of the

103TroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem

104Troubleshooting (Continued)The picture in the viewfinder is not clear.• Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever until the picture appears clearly

105TroubleshootingThe recording does not start when you press the REC START/STOP button.• Slide the POWER switch to CAMERA (p. 23).• The tape has reac

106Troubleshooting (Continued)End search or last scene review does not work.• Do not eject the cassette after recording (p. 46).• There is nothing rec

107TroubleshootingShutter speed, gain, white balance or iris cannot be adjusted manually.• Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL.Tiny spots in white, r

108Troubleshooting (Continued)Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.• This can be improved by adjusting the shutter speed

109TroubleshootingThe picture or sound breaks off.• The tape was recorded in both of the HDV and DVCAM (DV) formats. This is not a malfunction.The mov

11Getting StartedAlign the marks on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow 2.To remove the lens

110Troubleshooting (Continued)You cannot view the picture on the TV connected with the i.LINK cable.• You cannot view the picture in the HD (high defi

111TroubleshootingPictures from connected devices cannot be zoomed.• You cannot zoom pictures from connected devices on your camcorder.Time code and o

112Troubleshooting (Continued)The computer does not recognize your camcorder.• Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again securely.

113TroubleshootingWarning indicators and messagesWhen an error occurs, a warning indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.You can fix

114Z (Eject cassette warning)*Slow flashing:• The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock (p. 116).Fast flashing:• Moisture condensation has

115Additional InformationAdditional InformationUsing your camcorder abroadPower supplyYou can use your camcorder in any country/region using the AC Ad

116Maintenance and precautionsYour camcorder is capable of recording in HDV/DVCAM/DV formats.It is recommended to use a cassette with the mark to rec

117Additional Informationx To prevent accidental erasureSlide the write-protect tab on the cassette to set it to SAVE.x When labeling the cassetteBe s

118Mini DVCAM and mini DV cassettesThe recording format of the picture is defined according to the recorder’s format as described below.b Notes• This

119Additional Informationb Notes• If you use tapes as in 1) to 3) above for editing, the functions may be limited regardless of the format of players

12Step 3: Charging the battery packYou can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series) with the supplied AC Adaptor/Charger.b Notes• You cannot u

120– Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases.x On the “Memory Stick Duo” adaptor• When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with a “Me

121Additional Informationbattery pack outside of this temperature range, you may not be able to charge it efficiently.To use the battery pack effectiv

122b Notes• Normally, only one device can be connected to this unit with an i.LINK cable. When connecting this unit to an HDV/DV compatible device hav

123Additional Informationexposed to direct sunlight. This damages the inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen.– Anywhere very humid.• Operate your

124x How to avoid moisture condensationWhen you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and seal

125Additional Information– Handling with above substances on your hands.– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period

126SpecificationsSystemVideo recording system (HDV)2 rotary heads, Helical scanning systemVideo recording system (DVCAM (DV))2 rotary heads, Helical s

127Additional InformationColor temperature[AUTO] (one push) A/B[INDOOR] (3 200K)[OUTDOOR] (5 800K±7 offset levels)[MANU WB TEMP] (2 300K - 15 000K in

128Dimensions (approx.)169×188×451mm (63/4×71/2×177/8in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts169×188×451mm (63/4×71/2×177/8in.) (w/h/d) including t

129Additional InformationOn trademarks• “Memory Stick,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,” “ ,” “Me

13Getting StartedTo remove the battery packSlide the POWER switch to OFF. Push the BATT RELEASE (battery release) button and remove the battery pack.T

130Quick ReferenceIdentifying parts and controlsThe numbers in ( ) are reference pages.A Accessory shoe mount (130)B Hook for shoulder strap (133)C BA

131Quick ReferenceA Front recording lamp (92)The recording lamp flashes if the remaining tape or battery is low.B Internal microphone (9)C Front remot

132A ASSIGN 4 button (44)B ASSIGN 5 button* (44)C ASSIGN 6 button (44)D Memory Recording Unit jack (42)For an optional memory recording unit (HVR-DR60

133Quick ReferenceA Handle zoom lever (26)B Hook for shoulder strap (133)C Handle zoom switch (26)D Lens cover lever (11)E Focus ring (27)F Zoom ring

134A TC/U-BIT buttonSwitches between time code and user bit to display on the LCD screen.B DATA CODE button (52)C Video control buttons (STOP/REW/PLAY

135Quick ReferenceRemove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander.A PHOTO (25)The on-screen image when you press this button will be rec

136Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinderThe numbers in ( ) are reference pages.The indicators will not be recorded on the tape during recording

137Quick ReferenceK Tape transport indicatorRecording mode (DVCAM or DV SP) appears when a tape recorded in the DVCAM or DV SP format is played back.

138Upper leftUpper rightCenterBottomz Tips• Indicators may look different or appear at different positions.Indicators when you made changesIndicator M

139Continued ,Quick ReferenceIndexAAccess lamp...22Accessory shoe ...130Accessory shoe kit...8Ac

14DVCAM (DV) format pictures* When the LCD backlight turns on.On the battery pack• Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to OFF.• T

140Index (Continued)EECS FREQ. ...69, 107ECS (Extended clear scan)...30END SEARCH...46End search ...

141Quick ReferenceMMacintosh ...102MANU WB TEMP...32, 68MARKER...79, 106Memory A...

142Index (Continued)SAFETY ZONE...79SCAN TYPE ...84SEARCH M...54Self-diagnosis display...

15Getting Started• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor/Charger or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunct

16Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properlyTo record or play back, set the POWER switch to the respective positions.When you us

17Getting StartedStep 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinderOpen the LCD panel 180 degrees (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play

18When the picture in the viewfinder is hard to seeIf you cannot see the picture in the viewfinder clearly under bright circumstances, use the supplie

19Getting StartedStep 6: Setting the date and timeSet the date and time when using your camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and t

2Read this firstBefore operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.Types of cassette you can use in yo

20z Tips• The date and time are automatically recorded on the tape, and can be displayed during playback (DATA CODE button, p. 52)..You can change the

21Getting StartedStep 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo”See page 116 for details on tapes including which tapes can be used and how to protec

222 Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot in the right direction until it clicks.b Notes• If you insert the “Memory Stick Duo

23Recording/PlaybackRecording/PlaybackRecording Your camcorder records movies on tape and still images on “Memory Stick Duo.” Do the following steps t

243 Press the REC START/STOP button A (or B).The recording lamp lights up during recording.To stop the movie recording, press the REC START/STOP butto

25Recording/PlaybackTo capture still images1 Assign [PHOTO] to the ASSIGN 7/PHOTO button (p. 44).2 Press the ASSIGN 7/PHOTO button or the PHOTO button

26Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings.Move the power zoom lever D slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.z Tips•

27Recording/PlaybackYou can adjust the focus manually for different recording conditions. Use this function in the following cases.– To record a subje

28Assign [EXP.FOCUS] to any one of the ASSIGN buttons beforehand (p. 44).During standby, press the ASSIGN button to which [EXP.FOCUS] is assigned.[EXP

29Recording/PlaybackThe volume of the light decreases the more that you close the aperture (increasing F value). The current F value appears on the sc

3Using the camcorder• Do not hold the camcorder by the following part.b Notes• The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof or waterproof.See “About hand

30To restore automatic adjustmentPress the IRIS/EXPOSURE button I, or set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO.The values next to which is displayed dis

31Recording/Playbackz Tips• It is difficult to focus automatically at a lower shutter speed. Manual focusing with your camcorder attached to a tripod

32selected, according to which one you previously set with [WB PRESET] in the (CAMERA SET) menu.1 During recording or standby, set the AUTO/MANUAL sw

33Recording/Playbackb Notes• When you set the AUTO/MANUAL switch D to AUTO, other manual adjustments (iris, gain, and shutter speed) also become autom

34You can change the settings stored in [PP1] through [PP6].1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button B.2 Select the PICTURE PROFILE number with the SEL/PUSH

35Recording/PlaybackBLACK LEVELTo set the black level.GAMMATo select a gamma curve.BLACK GAMMATo correct gamma in low intensity area.Item Description

36KNEETo set knee point and slope for video signal compression to reduce over-highlighting by limiting signals in high contrast area of the subject to

37Recording/PlaybackCOLOR DEPTHTo set the color depth for each color phase.This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for

38COLOR CORRCT (Continued)z Tips• Setting both memories to the same setting doubles the color correction effect.• The settings of [COLOR CORRCT] will

39Recording/PlaybackWB SHIFTTo set items for the white balance shift.DETAILTo set items for the detail.Item Description and settings[FILTER TYPE] Sele

4pack is beyond the safely operable range.In this case, a message appears on the screen or in the viewfinder (p. 113).On recording• Before starting to

40SKINTONE DTLTo adjust the detail of skintone areas to reduce wrinkles.PROFILE NAMETo name the picture profiles set in [PP1] through [PP6] (p. 41).CO

41Recording/PlaybackTo name the picture profile settingsYou can name picture profile1 through 6.1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button B.2 Select the pict

42You can adjust the volume of an internal microphone or a microphone connected to the INPUT1/INPUT2 jack.z Tips• See page 9 for details on attaching

43Recording/PlaybackTo remove the Memory Recording UnitSlide the Memory Recording Unit upward while pushing its RELEASE lever downward.b Notes• You ca

44Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttonsSome functions need to be assigned to the ASSIGN buttons for use. You can assign a single function to a

45Recording/Playback4 Select the function that you want to assign with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.5 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.6 Select [

46You can set your camcorder to automatically rewind the tape to the beginning of the most recently recorded scene, play back to the end of the scene,

47Recording/Playbackconditions smoothly. If you store manually adjusted settings of white balance, you can smoothly shift from one scene to another un

48b Notes• When you change [SHOT TRANSITION] (p. 46), press the ASSIGN 4 button repeatedly to exit the shot transition screen.• You cannot return from

49Recording/PlaybackPlaybackYou can play back movies as follows:1 Slide the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the green button.2 Start playing back.P

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

51Recording/PlaybackTo delete still images from the “Memory Stick Duo”1 Do the steps of “To view still images” to display still images that you want t

52Changing/checking the settings in your camcorderYou can turn on and off the display of the time code, tape counter, and other information on the scr

53Recording/PlaybackE Shutter speedF White balance appears during playback of the movie recorded with the shot transition or [MANU WB TEMP].b Notes• T

54Locating a scene on a tape b Notes• See page 135 for details on how to use the Remote Commander.You can search scenes by recording dates.1 Set the P

55Recording/PlaybackTo cancel the operationPress the STOP button C on the Remote Commander.b Notes• Recording between indexes must be longer than 2 mi

56Playing the picture on a TVConnection methods and image quality differ depending on what type of TV is connected and connectors used. Use the suppli

57Recording/Playback: Signal flow, ( ): Reference pagesType Camcorder Cable TV Menu Setting (IN/OUT REC) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (83)[VIDEO OUT] t [COMP

58 (IN/OUT REC) [VCR HDV/DV] t [AUTO] (83)[i.LINK SET] t [HDV t DV CONV] t [OFF] (85)b Notes• Your TV needs to have an i.LINK jack compatible with HDV

59Recording/PlaybackTo set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)Set the down-convert setting as follows:For HDV format signals: (I

6Locating a scene on a tape ...54Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date sea

60: Signal flow, ( ): Reference pagesType Camcorder Cable TV Menu Setting (IN/OUT REC) [VCR HDV/DV] t[AUTO] (83)[VIDEO OUT] t[COMPONENT] t[1080i/576i]

61Recording/Playbackz Tips• If you connect your camcorder to the TV using more than one type of cable to output images, the order of priority of the T

62Using the MenuUsing the menu itemsYou can change various settings or make detailed adjustments using the menu items displayed on the screen.1 Set th

63Using the Menu5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial until the desired setting is highlighted or to bring up the desired setting, then press the dial to conf

64.Menu itemsAvailable menu items (z) vary depending on the POWER switch position.Position of POWER switch: CAMERA VCR (CAMERA SET) menu (p. 67)IRIS/E

65Using the Menu (DISPLAY SET) menu (p. 78)ZEBRA z –HISTOGRAM z –PEAKING z –MARKER z –EXP.FOCUS TYPE z –CAM DATA DSP z –AU.LVL DISP z –ZOOM DISPLAY

66 (TC/UB SET) menu (p. 86)TC PRESET zzTC COUNTUP zzUB PRESET zzTC RUN zzTC MAKE zzTC LINK z –UB TIME REC zzUB-DATE/TC-TIME zz (MEMORY SET) menu (p.

67Using the Menu(CAMERA SET) menuSettings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SETUP/BACK LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.)The default set

68You can set the transition speed at which the gain setting shifts from one value to another, set for the gain switch positions, when you switch the

69Using the MenuMIDDLELOWAutomatically adjusts the white balance while increasing redness or blueness.b Notes• This is only effective when white balan

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70b Notes• When you record a movie with the shutter speed set in [ECS FREQ.] and play it back with the data code, the shutter speed value is displayed

71Using the MenuWhen you set this function to [ON], you can temporarily focus manually using the focus ring during the auto focus adjustment. The defa

72Select [EXECUTE], and press the REC START/STOP button on the [SMTH SLW REC] screen.A recording of the length set in [REC TIME] is stretched by 4 tim

73Using the MenuSelect [REC TIME] t [0.5sec], [1sec], [1.5sec] or [2sec] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.3 Perform the following step if you are changing

74x TRANS CURVEYou can select the transition curve. Characteristics of the transition curves are illustrated in the following graphs.*1: parameter le

75Using the Menux TYPESelects a type of the color bars.x TONEOutputs audio tone signals (1 kHz: full bit -18 dB) when you set [TONE] to [ON]. The defa

76x INT MIC NRYou can reduce noise from the internal microphone.B ONReduces noise from the internal microphone.appears on the status check screen.OFFD

77Using the Menub Notes• The setting is not effective when you set the INPUT1 switch to LINE.x INPUT1 TRIMYou can adjust the input signal level from I

78recording and the sound dubbed in CH3 and CH4.CH3,CH4Outputs only the sound dubbed in CH3 and CH4.(DISPLAY SET) menuDisplay settings of the display

79Using the MenuB OFF Does not display a histogram.NORMAL Displays a histogram.ADVANCEDisplays a histogram, and a bar that indicates an average of t

8Getting StartedStep 1: Checking supplied itemsMake sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder.The number in the parentheses indi

80x GUIDEFRAMEWhen you select [ON], you can display frame markers that help you to check horizontal and vertical positions of a subject. The default s

81Using the MenuYou can select how to display the focal distance during manual focus.B METERDisplays the focal distance in meters.FEETDisplays the foc

82• When you select [BRIGHT], the recordable time with the battery is slightly reduced.B ONDisplays images in the viewfinder in color.OFFDisplays imag

83Using the Menu(IN/OUT REC) menuRecording settings, input and output settings (REC FORMAT/HDV PROGRE./VIDEO OUT/EXT REC CTRL, etc.)The default settin

84[PROGRESSIVE]. The default setting is [INTERLACE].x SCAN TYPEYou can select a scan type for recording in HDV format.B 50Captures 50 fields per secon

85Using the Menux DOWN CONVERTYou can select a down convert type when you down-covert HDV signal to DV signal.Use this function for signals outputting

86SYNCHRONOUS ( )Records movies, sound and time code on a connected device in synchronization with your camcorder. RELAY ( )Records movies, sound and

87Using the Menu2 Select [PRESET] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.3 Select the first 2 digits with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 4 Set other digits by repeating

88b Notes• This function is available in the following cases:– [TC MAKE] : [PRESET]– [TC RUN] : [FREE RUN]– [UB TIME REC] : [OFF]• The time lag may oc

89Using the Menub Notes• Do not do any of the following while [ Formatting…] is displayed:– Operate the POWER switch/buttons.– Eject the “Memory Stic

9Getting StartedStep 2: Attaching the supplied microphone and the lens hood with lens coverWhen you use the supplied microphone (ECM-XM1) for recordin

90(OTHERS) menuSettings while recording on a tape or other basic settings (QUICK REC/BEEP, etc.)The default settings are marked with B.The indicators

91Using the Menu2 Select the camera profile that you want to copy with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.3 Select [MEMORY STICK] or [CAMERA] for a “Memory Stick

92z Tips• When [DV WIDE REC] is set to [OFF], the date and time are displayed outside the 4:3 area but properly recorded on images.• When you record i

93Dubbing/EditingDubbing/EditingDubbing to VCR, DVD/HDD device, etc.Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adap

94b Notes• You cannot dub pictures using the HDMI cable.Using an i.LINK cable (optional)The dubbed format (HDV/DV) differs depending on the recording

95Dubbing/Editingb Notes• When [VCR HDV/DV] is set to [AUTO], and the signal switches between HDV and DVCAM (DV) formats, the picture and sound are in

961 Prepare your camcorder for playback.Insert the recorded cassette.Slide the POWER switch to VCR.Set [DOWN CONVERT]/[DV WIDE CONV] according to the

97Dubbing/EditingRecording 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 Stic

983 Connect your VCR as a player to your camcorder.When an i.LINK cable is connected, the format of the input signal ( or ) will be indicated on

99Dubbing/EditingBe sure to insert a “Memory Stick Duo” for recording in your camcorder and assign [PHOTO] to the ASSIGN 7/PHOTO button (p. 44) before