Digital HD Video Camera Recorder

HVR-A1E

Expanding New HD Shooting Opportunities with an Unprecedented Level of Compactness and Mobility the HVR-A1E HDV 1080i Camcorder
In response to the ever-increasing demands for HD program production, Sony launched the new high-definition recording system adopting the HDV 1080i specification of the HDVTM format the HVR-Z1E camcorder and HVR-M10E VTR in 2004. Upon that introduction, these products have rapidly acquired a huge reputation from a wide range of customers due to their outstanding picture quality, stunning performance, and costeffectiveness. Sony has now expanded the HDV line-up by introducing the HVR-A1E camcorder to meet further evolving needs for HD acquisition. The HVR-A1E is an extremely compact and lightweight handy-type camcorder, ideal for applications where space is at a premium or extreme mobility is required. This camcorder is equipped with a newly developed 1/3-inch type, 2.97-megapixel (total) CMOS sensor and an all-new Enhanced Imaging ProcessorTM that optimizes the performance of the CMOS sensor, providing outstanding high-definition picture quality. In addition to HDV 1080i recording and playback, this camcorder offers the DVCAMTM/DV recording and playback capabilities that are provided on current Sony DVCAM models. A down-conversion capability of its 1080i recordings is also provided for a flexible choice of production systems in HDV, DVCAM, or DV format. Furthermore, the HVR-A1E incorporates a variety of convenient and professional features such as XLR audio input, time code capability, various automatic shooting modes, and still picture recording. Available at an extremely affordable price, the HVR-A1E will be another powerful option for HD field acquisition by all video professionals, bringing further broadened shooting opportunities.

HDV FORMAT

HDV 1080i Specification1
The HDV 1080i specification of the HDV format features 1,080 effective scanning lines (interlace scanning system) and 1,440 horizontal pixels. It adopts the MPEG-2 compression format (MP@H-14 for video), which uses 8-bit digital component recording with a sampling rate of 4:2:0. MPEG-1 Audio Layer II is used as the audio compression format, allowing for two-channel recording with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz/16-bit. The HDV 1080i specification provides high picture quality that can be used for HDTV program production.
1 The HDV format also defines the HDV 720p specification, which features 720 effective scanning lines (progressive scanning system) and 1,280 horizontal pixels.
Compatible with Existing and New DV Videocassette Tape
As a member of the proven DV family of formats, the HDV format has, from the outset, been developed for compatibility with all grades of DV videocassette tape. This allows operators to use high-grade DV videocassette tapes for applications where high robustness is critical, or consumer-grade videocassette tapes for more economical operations. For heavy-duty applications, a new high-grade mini cassette tape has been developed; the DigitalMasterTM PHDVM-63DM. This tape is compatible with the HDV, DVCAM, and DV formats.
Track Pattern of the HDV 1080i Specification
Direction of tape travel 10 m Sub Code sector
MPEG-2 PES sector Direction of head motion
(Video + Audio + Search + AUX)

6.35 mm (1/4 inch)

ITI sector ITI: Insert and Track Information PES: Packetized Elementary Stream

Long Recording Time

The HDV format adopts the same track pitch and tape speed as the DV format, thus offering the same recording time a maximum of 63 minutes when recording on a DigitalMaster mini cassette tape.

CAMERA FEATURES

1/3-inch Type, 2.97-megapixel CMOS Sensor
The HVR-A1E incorporates one 1/3-inch type primary color CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) sensor with a total pixel number of 2.97 million and a 4:3 aspect ratio, which has been developed based on Sonys many years of experience in developing imaging devices. This CMOS sensor can produce high-quality images with high sensitivity and low noise levels, which is superior to most of traditional CMOS sensors due to advantages such as its unique pixel design, which optimizes the photo-sensor area in each pixel, and advanced noise reduction technique. Another key advantage of this CMOS sensor is its high-speed processing capability. Since data captured using a single CMOS sensor for high-definition format recording is extremely large, it would take considerable time to transfer and process by traditional methods. With the Sony CMOS sensor, such large data can be processed at an incredibly high speed thanks to its flexible multi-channel readout structure. Use of the CMOS sensor also allows even large amounts of HD-resolution data to be processed with amazingly low power requirements, thus making the camcorders overall size extremely compact. Lastly, CMOS sensors eliminate vertical smear, even though the pixel size is small.
Optical 10x Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Zoom Lens
The HVR-A1E is equipped with the new Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* high-definition lens with 10x zoom function. Its fully coated glass is the same as used on Carl Zeiss prime lenses, producing sharp, high-contrast images, with virtually no chromatic aberration.
Electronic Super SteadyShot System
The Super SteadyShotTM system used in the HVR-A1E detects horizontal and vertical movements and electronically compensates for unsteady camera handling. The active image area (the number of pixels used) in the CMOS sensor is automatically adjusted for the Super SteadyShot system to achieve the best performance at each zoom position.

Full Scan Mode

The HVR-A1E camcorder offers a Full Scan mode, which allows the camcorder to capture images with the resolution of approximately two million pixels at every zoom position when the Super SteadyShot system is off. With this mode, images of higher picture quality can be obtained.
Enhanced Imaging Processor (EIP)
The EIP is Sonys newly developed image processing IC intended for high-speed processing of large amounts of data captured by the CMOS sensor. In addition, the EIP employs the unique algorithm that first separates image data into texture patterns and brightness components and then processes these two elements independently. This makes it possible to have high details in the blacks as well as in brightly illuminated areas of the picture, delivering a clear image with a wide dynamic range even under backlight conditions2. Combined use of the EIP and CMOS sensor allows the camcorder to provide extremely high image quality with a high level of gradation and detailed image reproduction.

2 Available when the new Backlight Compensation function is activated.

RECORDER FEATURES

Switchable Recording and Playback HDV 1080i/DVCAM/DV3
The HVR-A1E can switch between HDV 1080i, DVCAM, and DV recording, providing full flexibility to record in either standard or high-definition format depending on production needs.
3 The HVR-A1E supports DV SP mode only; no support for DV LP mode.
Still Picture Recording to Memory Stick Duo Media
The HVR-A1E incorporates a high-resolution digital camera function. Thanks to the 2.97-megapixel CMOS sensor, still pictures with 1,920 x 1,440 pixels can be recorded to Memory Stick DuoTM media. Still pictures can be captured by pressing the dedicated Photo button, and this can be done even when recording video to tape, without any interruptions. In addition, any desired video frame recorded on tape can be captured as a still image with 1,440 x 810 pixels5 and recorded onto Memory Stick Duo media after video shooting.
5 When captured from a tape recorded in the HDV format.
Down-conversion Playback Capabilities
The HVR-A1E can convert material from 1080i down to 576i, and output these video signals through its i.LINKTM4 interface. In addition, these signals can also be output via either analog component, composite, or S-Video connectors. This allows editing of recorded material with a nonlinear editing system using current DV editing software as well as recording SD signals to an external VTR, while simultaneously recording HDV signals with the HVR-A1E. The HVR-A1E can also downconvert to 576P and output these signals through its analog component video connectors. When down-converting these signals, the aspect ratio displayed can be converted from 16:9 to 4:3. Display modes can be selected from Squeeze, Letterbox, or Edge crop.
4 i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. Not all products with an i.LINK connector will necessarily communicate with each other. For information on compatibility, operating conditions, and proper connection, please refer to the documentation supplied with any device with an i.LINK connector. For information on devices that include an i.LINK connection, please contact your nearest Sony office.
DVCAM/DV (4:3) HDV 1080i (16:9)

Resolution of Still Pictures
Resolution of Still Pictures 1920 x 1440 (4:3) 1440 x 1080 (4:3) 1080 x 810 (4:3) 640 x 480 (4:3) 1920 x 1080 (16:9) 1440 x 810 (16:9) 640 x 360 (16:9) Still Picture Mode

Video Recording Mode

Video Playback Mode
16:9 Widescreen Acquisition in DVCAM and DV Formats
The HVR-A1E is capable of native 16:9 widescreen image capturing, with a high resolution of 720 x 576 pixels in DVCAM and DV formats, and providing true 16:9 images in Standard Definition.

i.LINK Interface

The HVR-A1E is equipped with a 4-pin i.LINK interface. This allows for on-cable digital transfer6 of audio, video, and command signals to a connected, compatible VTR or nonlinear editing system in the HDV, DVCAM, and DV formats.
6 Insert and assemble editing using HDV material is not recommended with the HVR-A1E.

Squeeze

Letterbox

Edge crop

Recording, Playback and Down-conversion Formats
Recording Format Playback/ Down Conversion Format i.LINK

Analog Component

G G uuu
1080/50i 1080/50i 576/50p (16:9/4:3) 576/50i (16:9/4:3) 576/50i (16:9) 576/50i (16:9/4:3) 576/50i (4:3) 576/50i (4:3)
G : Available O: Either 1 or

Output Analog Composite

S-Video 2
2-channel XLR Audio Input
The HVR-A1E provides two XLR audio input connectors for connecting professional microphones or for feeding an external-line audio source. Phantom power of approx. 48 V can be supplied for the external condenser microphone. INPUT 1 audio can be recorded on CH1 only, or on both CH1 and CH2 audio tracks, with easy selection via a switch. The HVR-A1E also comes equipped with two types of microphones; an external directional microphone and a builtin stereo microphone.
2 connection is available. When both are connected to cables, the
1 connection has a priority.

HD Codec Engine

The HVR-A1E employs the highly advanced HD Codec EngineTM feature, which efficiently compresses base band HD signal data at approx. 25 Mb/s with MPEG-2 compression, while maintaining optimal HD quality. Designed for reduced energy consumption, this powerful digital signal processor fits perfectly inside the compact and streamlined body of the HVR-A1E.
2-channel Independent Audio Record Level Control with Audio Level Meter
Each input level for CH1 and CH2 can be independently adjusted and viewed with an audio level meter on the LCD monitor.
OPERATIONAL & CREATIVE VERSATILITY
Compact and Lightweight Design
The HVR-A1E features an extremely compact and lightweight body, providing an unprecedented level of mobility in HD field acquisition. The camcorder itself weighs only 670 g (1 lb 7 oz)7 and just 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz) including the lens hood, XLR audio adaptor, directional microphone, NP-QM91D InfoLITHIUMTM Rechargeable Battery Pack, and PHDVM-63DM DigitalMaster Mini Cassette Tape.

Zoom/Focus Ring Built-in Stereo Microphone BACK LIGHT Compensation Button
16:9, Color/Black-and-white Switchable LCD Viewfinder
The 0.44-inch type color LCD viewfinder displays highresolution color pictures of approx. 252,000 pixels in a widescreen aspect ratio of 16:9. Operators can select to display pictures in either color or black and white to match the users preference.

Zoom Buttons

2.7-inch7 Type, 16:9 Widescreen, Hybrid, Color LCD Monitor
The HVR-A1E includes a 2.7-inch type color LCD monitor with a high resolution of approx. 123,200 pixels, which allows the input source to be viewed during recording or the playback picture to be checked on location in a widescreen aspect ratio of 16:9. This large screen is also helpful in setting menus or audio recording levels, as well as monitoring the camera and audio status. The hybrid LCD monitor used in the camcorder combines the characteristics of both transmissive and reflective LCD panels, providing clear viewing even in bright daylight conditions as well as in dark conditions. This LCD monitor also provides touch-panel control for easy operations.
7 Viewable area, measured diagonally
TELE MACRO Button EXPANDED FOCUS Button Exposure Lever/Button HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) Jack USB Jack DC IN Jack A/V OUT Jack COMPONENT OUT Jack

Tele Macro

The Tele Macro function allows operators to capture a macro image from a distance, which is especially useful for shooting small moving objects. With this function, close-up images can be shot without the camcorder casting a shadow on the subject. In addition, the image of the subject is shot in proper focus, while the background is unfocussed, allowing the subject to stand out.
Variety of Zoom Operation
The HVR-A1E provides four types of zoom control functions to offer diverse shooting styles: G Zoom lever located on the camera body G Zoom/focus ring located on the lens body allows fine adjustments in zoom position G Zoom buttons located on the LCD monitor convenient for low-angle shooting G Supplied wireless Remote Commander unit

Conventional Macro

Tele Macro Images Simulated

Exposure Lever

The HVR-A1E enables exposure control both manually and automatically. The Exposure Lever provides two types of exposure control: G Manual exposure control to manually change exposure settings using the Exposure Lever. G AE (Auto Exposure) Shift function to adjust AE level by 15 steps using the Exposure Lever, while the AE mode is activated, for more accurate automatic exposure settings.
New Backlight Compensation
The new Backlight Compensation function allows the HVR-A1E to produce natural and rich tones for both light and dark areas of an image under backlight conditions. Conventional systems of backlight compensation tend to make the details in light areas sacrificed, but the new Backlight Compensation function of the HVR-A1E can deliver superior images with a very wide dynamic range by increasing only the brightness of dark areas while properly retaining the brightness of light areas.

Histogram Indicator

2-channel XLR Audio Connectors

Zoom Lever PHOTO Button

The Histogram Indicator for brightness can be displayed on the LCD monitor and viewfinder, allowing operators to easily evaluate the brightness of currently captured images for proper exposure. Distribution Quantity
Brightness Level Images Simulated

Shot Transition

The Shot TransitionTM function allows for smooth automatic scene transitions. The operator can program start and end settings for zoom, focus, and white balance into the A/B buttons and, by pressing the start button, a smooth transition will take place according to the set time, because the camera automatically calculates the intermediate values during the scene transition. The start of this function can be synchronized with the cameras REC start function. The transition progress can be checked using an indicator displayed on the LCD monitor. In addition, a start timer function is also available for the Shot Transition function, helping to prevent operators from missing a shot. This function is very useful when complex camera settings are required during the scene transition for example, when shooting subjects moving from the background to the foreground of a scene.
NIGHTSHOT Switch ASSIGN Button

Memory Stick Duo Slot

Marker
Four types of markers can be displayed on the LCD monitor and viewfinder, and can be displayed simultaneously:

CENTER

Shot A

Shot B

Cinema-like Image Shooting
Two powerful features to produce cinematic and film-like pictures are provided on the HVR-A1E. The Cinematone Gamma feature allows operators to quickly set up and load a gamma curve with similar contrast characteristic to a film gamma curve. The Cineframe feature allows picture movement to be reproduced like a film of 25 frames/s.

SAFETY ZONE

GUIDE FRAME Images Simulated

Assign Button

A function frequently used in the field can be assigned to the Assign Button (push button), located on the right side of the camera body, allowing operators to make rapid changes under field conditions. The assignable functions include Status Check, Super SteadyShot, One Push Auto White Balance, Histogram Indicator, and Color Bars (two types).

Long Operating Time

With the optional NP-QM91D InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack attached, the HVR-A1E can continuously record in HDV mode for up to 300 minutes, or up to 340 minutes in DVCAM/DV mode.

Battery Life

Continuous Recording Time* With LCD Viewfinder On With LCD Monitor On** With LCD Viewfinder and Monitor On**

Time Code Preset

The time code can be preset using any number in H/M/S/F (hours/minutes/seconds/frames) to record desired tape-position information. The time-code mode can be selected between REC RUN and FREE RUN. In addition to the time code, user bits can also be set.
HDV DVCAM/DV HDV DVCAM/DV HDV DVCAM/DV NP-FM50 (supplied) 80 min 90 min 75 min 90 min 70 min 80 min NP-QM71D (optional) 200 min 225 min 195 min 220 min 180 min 200 min NP-QM91D (optional) 300 min 340 min 295 min 330 min 275 min 300 min * Continuous recording time, indoors at 25C. **With LCD backlight on
OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
Simultaneous Operation of LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Expanded Focus - magnifies the center of the screen on the LCD monitor and viewfinder to about twice the size, helping manual focusing. Peaking - enhances the outline of the image where the camera focuses on most, and displays the enhanced outline with color in the LCD monitor and viewfinder, helping manual focusing. Zebra - displays a striped pattern in the LCD monitor and viewfinder across highlight areas, helping manual exposure settings (100% or 70 to 100% (adjustable by 5% steps)). Quick REC - shortens the time until the recording starts from stop mode. Status Check - displays camera setting menus for audio, output signal, assign button and exposure lever functions and hours meter on the LCD monitor with the touch of a button for easy check. Personal Menu - allows operators to customize the setting menu to display frequently used menu items. Battery Info - displays the attached batterys current charge level and its current remaining recording time on the LCD monitor with the touch of a button, when the power is turned off. Super Night ShotTM - allows operators to capture images in black and white using a built-in infrared light, even in no light conditions. Skin Tone Detail - reduces detailed signal for skin color, smoothening the reproduction of human skin. Black Stretch - allows more contrast to be seen in dark parts of the picture without affecting mid-tones while maintaining the absolute black level. Color Bar - Two types White Balance - Auto, One Push Auto, Indoor (3200 K), and Outdoor (5800 K)

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

NP-QM71D/QM91D*
InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack

2NP-QM91D/B*

InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack (NP-QM91D x 2)

VCL-HG2037Y

2.0x Tele Conversion Lens

VCL-HG0737Y

0.7x Wide Conversion Lens

LCH-HCE

Hard Carrying Case

VMC-30VC

3m Component Video Cable

VMC-30FS

3m Multi AV Cable (with S Video)

PHDVM-63DM

DigitalMaster Mini Cassette Tape

RM-1BP

LANC Remote Controller

UWP-C1

UHF Synthesized Wireless Microphone Package

VCT-PG11RMB

Tripod with RM-1BP
*When the NP-QM91D battery pack is attached to the HVR-A1E, the battery pack protrudes past the viewfinder.

SPECIFICATIONS

Camera section Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* zoom lens, 10x (optical), f = 5.1 to 51 mm f = 40 to 400 mm in 16:9 mode and 49.3 to 493 mm in 4:3 mode (full scan mode on)* f = 41 to 480 mm in 16:9 mode and 50 to 590 mm in 4:3 mode (full scan mode off)* f = 40 to 400 mm in 16:9 mode and 37 to 370 mm in 4:3 mode (still picture mode)* f = 1.8 to 2.1, filter diameter: 37 mm Auto, manual, spot focus (touch panel control) 1-chip, 1/3-inch type primary color CMOS sensor Approx. 2,969,000 pixels (total) 1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/215, 1/300, 1/425, 1/600, 1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1750, 1/2500, 1/3500, 1/6000, 1/10000 s 7 lx with F1.8 1080/50i, 576/50i 1080/50i, 576/50i, 576/50P Max. 18.812 mm/s with PHDVM-63DM cassette Max. 28.218 mm/s with PHDVM-63DM cassette Max. 63 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette Max. 41 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette Approx. 2 min 40 s with PHDVM-63DM cassette (using a fully charged battery) Approx. 1 min 45 s with PHDVM-63DM cassette (using an AC adaptor) A/V OUT jack, 10-pin connector Composite video: 1 Vp-p, 75 unbalanced, sync negative Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 unbalanced, sync negative C: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 unbalanced Audio: 327 mV, input impedance more than 47 k, output impedance less than 2.2 k COMPONENT OUT jack Y: 1 Vp-p (0.3 V, sync negative), 75 unbalanced Pr/Pb (Cr/Cb): 525 mVp-p (75% color bar) i.LINK interface (IEEE 1394, 4-pin connector S100) XLR 3-pin female x 2, 327 mV, -60 dBu: 3 k, +40 dBu: 10.8 k, power supply: approx. 48 V Stereo minijack (3.5 mm) x 1 Minijack x 1, 0.388 mV, low impedance with DC 2.5 to 3.0 V, output impedance 6.8 k (3.5 mm), stereo type Stereo mini-minijack (2.5 mm) x 1 Mini-B x 1 0.44-inch type, approx. 252,000 (1120 x 225) pixels , hybrid type, 16:9 aspect ratio 2.7-inch type, approx. 123,200 (560 x 220) pixels, hybrid type, 16:9 aspect ratio Stereo type, noise reduction on/off 16 mm Approx. 670 g (1 lb 7 oz) (camcorder only) DC 7.2 V (battery pack), DC 8.4 V (AC adaptor) Approx. 5.6 W (recording mode with LCD viewfinder on) Approx. 5.1 W (recording mode with LCD viewfinder on) 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 K) -20 to +60 C (-4 to 140 K) AC-L15 AC adaptor, power code, NP-FM50 InfoLITHIUM rechargeable battery pack, lens hood with lens cover, RMT-831 wireless Remote Commander unit, A/V connecting cable with S video, component video cable, USB cable, Memory Stick Duo (16 MB), Memory Stick Duo adaptor, ECM-NV1 monaural electret condenser microphone, XLR audio adaptor, shoulder strap, operating instructions * These values are calculated to be equivalent to the 35 mm film.

Focus Imaging device Picture elements Shutter speed Minimum illumination VTR section Recording format Play out/Down conversion format Tape speed Playback/Recording time Fast forward/Rewind time Input/Output connectors Audio/Video input/output
HDV/DV SP DVCAM HDV/DV SP DVCAM

Component video output

HDV/DV input/output XLR audio input Headphone MIC LANC USB Built-in input/output devices LCD viewfinder LCD monitor Microphone Speaker General Mass Power requirements Power consumption Operating temperature Storage temperature Supplied accessories

HDV DVCAM/DV

125.1 (5)

174.8 (7)

102.7 (4 1/8)

134.7 (5 3/8)

88.1 (3 1/2)
230.1 (9 1/8) 313.7 (12 3/8)

78.9 (3 1/8)

unit: mm (inches)

68.9 (2 3/4)

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2005 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. All non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. Sony, DVCAM, Memory Stick Duo, DigitalMaster, Enhanced Imaging Processor, SteadyShot, HD Codec Engine, i.LINK, InfoLITHIUM, Remote Commander, Shot Transition, Cinematone Gamma, Cineframe, and Night Shot are trademarks of Sony Corporation. HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Limited. Vario-Sonnar T* is a trademark of Carl Zeiss AG.

Recording/Playback

Recording...22 Playback...23 Functions used for recording/playback, etc..24
Recording To use zoom To x the brightness or the exposure of the picture manually (EXPOSURE/AE SHIFT) To record in dark places (NightShot) To make the subject stand out clearer (TELE MACRO) To use the AUTO LOCK switch To adjust the focus manually To enlarge and focus on the image (Expanded focus) To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects To record in mirror mode To use a tripod Playback To use PB zoom To adjust the movie volume Recording/playback To check the remaining battery (Battery Info) You can assign functions to the ASSIGN button To turn off the operation conrmation beep
To initialize the settings Other part names and functions
Indicators displayed during recording/playback..28 Searching for the starting point...31
Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording (END SEARCH)....31 Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review)..31

Remote Commander...32

Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search)..32
Connecting to a TV for viewing...33

Using the Menu

Using the menu items..38
Menu items....40 CAMERA SET menu...43
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (SPOT METER/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.)

MEMORY SET menu...49

Settings for the Memory Stick Duo (BURST/QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE/ALL ERASE/NEW FOLDER, etc.)

PICT.APPLI. menu...52

Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/playback (SLIDE SHOW/PICT. EFFECT, etc.)

EDIT/PLAY menu....56

Settings for editing or playing back in various modes (VAR.SPD PB/END SEARCH, etc.)

STANDARD SET menu...57

Settings while recording on a tape or other basic settings (REC MODE/MULTI-SOUND/LCD/VF SET/DISP OUTPUT, etc.)

TIME/LANGU. menu...66

(CLOCK SET/WORLD TIME/LANGUAGE)
Customizing Personal Menu...66

Dubbing/Editing

Dubbing to another device such as a VCR, DVD recorder, etc.68 Recording pictures from a VCR...71 Dubbing pictures from a tape to a Memory Stick Duo..72 Deleting recorded pictures from the Memory Stick Duo.73 Marking images on the Memory Stick Duo with specic information (Image protection/Print mark)...73 Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer)..74
Jacks to connect external devices...76

Using a computer

Connecting to a computer...77 Copying still images to a computer..77 Copying movies on a tape to the computer..80

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting....82 Warning indicators and messages...97

Additional Information

Using your camcorder abroad...101 HDV format and recording/playback..102 Compatibility of the DVCAM/DV formats..104 About the Memory Stick...106 About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack...108 About i.LINK...109 Maintenance and precautions...110 Specications...113

Quick Reference

Identifying parts and controls...116 Index....119
Step 1: Checking supplied items
Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied.
Memory Stick Duo (1) (p. 17, 106) Component video cable (1) (p. 33, 34) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 33, 68)
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (1) (p. 107)

USB cable (1) (p. 77)

Shoulder Strap (1) (p. 117) AC Adaptor (1) (p. 10)

XLR adaptor (1) (p. 19)

Mains lead (1) (p. 10)
Wind Screen (1), Microphone (1) (p. 19) Lens hood with lens cover (1) (p. 20, 117)
Use the lens hood to record under strong light, such as under the sun.
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FM50 (1) (p. 10, 108) Operating Guide (This manual) (1)
Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 32)
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack
You can charge the InfoLITHIUM battery pack (M series) (p. 108) after attaching it to your camcorder.

POWER switch

2 Slide the POWER switch up to
OFF (CHG). (The default setting.)

DC IN jack DC plug

To the wall socket Mains lead AC Adaptor

CHG (charge) lamp

3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the
1 Attach the battery pack by sliding
it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
DC IN jack of your camcorder. Be sure that the mark on the DC plug is facing up.
Open the DC IN jack cover. The mark faces up.
4 Connect the mains lead to the AC
Adaptor and the wall socket. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts.

Charging time

Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
Battery pack Charging time
5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off
NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-QM71D NP-QM91D
when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder and the DC plug. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the camcorder and the DC plug.

Recording time

Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
Recording in the HDV format (With the XLR adaptor attached) Battery pack Continuous recording time* Typical recording time*
To remove the battery pack
Slide the POWER switch up to OFF (CHG). Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and remove the battery pack.
NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-QM71D

NP-QM91D

BATT (battery release) lever
Recording in the DVCAM (DV) format (With the XLR adaptor attached) Battery pack Continuous recording time* Typical recording time*
When storing the battery pack
Fully discharge the battery before storing it for an extended period (p. 108).
To use an outside power source
You can operate your camcorder using the power from the wall socket by making the same connections as you do when charging the battery pack. The battery pack will not lose its charge in this case.
* Top: When the LCD backlight turns on. Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off. Continued
Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued)
Bottom: Recording time when recording with the viewnder 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.

Playing time

HDV format pictures Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed
When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use a NP-QM71D or NP-QM91D battery pack. On the charging/recording/playback time Times measured with the camcorder at 25 C (77 F). (10 to 30 C (50 F to 86 F) is recommended.) The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. On the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall socket when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. 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. PRECAUTION Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall socket via the AC Adaptor.

Play back the picture you want to magnify. Magnify the picture with T (Telephoto). Touch the screen at the point you want to display in the center of the displayed frame. Adjust the magnication with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto).
To record in mirror mode.
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side ().

To cancel, touch [END].

To adjust the movie volume.
Move the EXPOSURE/VOL lever up or down to adjust the volume. Move the lever up to increase the volume and move it down to decrease the volume.
You can also adjust the volume by touching (STANDARD SET)[VOLUME] (p.58).
To initialize the settings.
Press RESET to initialize all the settings, including the setting of the date and time. (Menu items customized on Personal Menu are not initialized.)
Other part names and functions

Recording/playback

To check the remaining battery (Battery Info).
Set the POWER switch up to OFF (CHG), then press DISPLAY/BATT INFO. The approximate recordable time in the selected format and battery information appear for about 7 seconds. By pressing DISPLAY/ BATT INFO, you can view the battery information for up to 20 seconds while it is displayed.
Remaining battery (approx.)
Internal stereo microphone When an external microphone is connected, the audio input from the external microphone takes precedence over others. Recording/Playback REC lamp The REC lamp lights up in red during recording (p. 65). Remote sensor Point the Remote Commander (p. 32) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. Speaker Sounds come out from the speaker.
For how to adjust the volume, see page 23.
Recording capacity (approx.)
You can assign functions to the ASSIGN button..
Use [ASSIGN BTN] (p. 65) to assign functions.
To turn off the operation conrmation beep.
See [BEEP] (p. 65) to set the operation beep.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback

Recording movies

In the CAMERA-TAPE mode

Recording still images

Recording format ( ) (57) Remaining battery (approx.)
Recording folder (52) Image size (50) Quality ([FINE] or [STD]) (49) Memory Stick Duo indicator and the number of images that can be recorded (approx.) Review button (22)
Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) Time code or user bits Recording capacity of the tape (approx.) (64) END SEARCH/Rec review display switch button (31) Personal Menu button (38)
Data code during playback
The date/time during recording and the camera setting data will be recorded automatically. They do not appear on the screen during recording, but you can check them as [DATA CODE] during playback (p. 64).
( ) is a reference page. The indicators during recording will not be recorded.

Viewing movies

qd 4 5

Viewing still images

2 qg 9 qh qj qk ql

MEMORY PLAY

Tape transport indicator Video operation buttons (23)
Data le name Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures in the current playback folder Playback folder (52) Previous/Next folder icon
The following indicators appear when the rst or last picture of the current folder is displayed and when there are multiple folders on the same Memory Stick Duo. : Touch to move to the previous folder. : Touch to move to the next folder. : Touch / to move to either the previous or the next folder.
When playing back a tape recorded in the HDV and DVCAM (DV) formats, and the signal switches between HDV and DVCAM (DV) formats, the picture and sound disappear temporarily. You cannot play back the tape recorded in the HDV format on video cameras of the DVCAM (DV) format or mini-DVCAM (DV) players. DV format tapes are played back on your camcorder only if they are recorded in the SP mode ( appears on the screen). Tapes recorded in the LP mode are not played back. Time code and user bits are not displayed correctly unless time code and user bits are recorded on the tape, or the recorded time code is compatible with your camcorder.
Image delete button (73) Tape playback select button (23) Previous/Next image button (23) Index screen display button (23) Image protection mark (73) Print mark (74)
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued)
Indicators when you made changes
You can check the [DISP GUIDE] (p. 62) to check the function of each indicator that appears on the LCD screen.

Upper left Upper right

i.LINK connection (33, 70, 71) Slide show (52) LCD backlight off (14)

Center

Indicator Meaning
NightShot (24) Super NightShot (47) Color Slow Shutter (47) Bottom Center

Meaning

PictBridge connecting (74) Warning (97)

Upper left

Indicator

Decreases color intensity Increases color intensity

MANUAL

Adjust the shutter speed using /. You can select a shutter speed between 1/10000 second and 1/3 second. Slower

120, 150, 215

CINEMATONE
Do not set this function.

Faster

A better tone scale than the standard video gamma reproduces natural intermediate colors between a skin color and neutral colors. A skin color will look lively when recorded with this setting. Further, the reproduction of extremely precise description of highlighted parts provides depth in pictures.
For example, if you select 1/100 second, [100] appears on the screen. When shooting a bright subject, setting the shutter speed to a faster value is recommended. At a slow shutter speed, automatic focus may be lost. Use a tripod and adjust the focus manually. When recording under a discharge tube such as a uorescent lamp, sodium lamp or mercury lamp, horizontal bands may appear in the screen or color discrepancies may occur depending on the shutter speed.
In addition to the features of [TYPE1], this setting is capable of extremely precise description of the entire exposure zone from shadowed parts to highlighted parts, which enables reproduction of a deeper black.

AUTO SHUTTER

Automatically activates the electronic shutter to adjust the shutter speed when recording in bright conditions if you set it to [ON] (the default setting).

CINEFRAME

CINEFRAME25
Pictures are recorded with a cinema-like atmosphere. This produces a smoother feeling.
If you select [CINEFRAME25] and set the shutter speed to 1/25 or slower, the shutter speed is automatically reset to 1/50.

SPOT FOCUS

You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located in the center of the screen.
WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift)
You can adjust the white balance to the desired setting using /. and the setting value are displayed when [WB SHIFT] is anything other than the default setting.
When the white balance is set to a lower value, pictures appear bluish, and when set to a higher value, pictures appear reddish. 3
Set the FOCUS/ZOOM switch to

MANUAL (p. 25).

Touch the subject on the screen. Touch [END].

ATW SENS

To set the auto white balance operation under a reddish light source such as an incandescent lamp or candle, or under a bluish light source such as in outdoor shade. INTELLIGENT
Adjustment is automatically performed to achieve a natural atmosphere according to the brightness of the scene.

1550 3650

2100 4900

2850 7200

3600 7200
Records still images clearly in the wide (16:9) ratio.
Allows you to record more still images in relatively clear quality.
Allows for the maximum number of images to be recorded.
Capacity of the Memory Stick Duo (MB) and the number of recordable pictures
When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY

1080 480

30000 30000

7500 10000

16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB

1400 3350

1800 4300

2400 5500

12000 30000
* The image size is xed as follows: Images recorded with the POWER switch set to CAMERA-TAPE are when in HDV format or DVCAM (DV) format (16:9), and when in DVCAM (DV) format (4:3). Images recorded with the POWER switch set to PLAY/EDIT are when in HDV format, when in DVCAM (DV) format (16:9), and when in DVCAM (DV) format (4:3). The number of recordable pictures is shown in the table. [FINE] is on top, and [STANDARD] is on the bottom. When using the Memory Stick Duo made by Sony Corporation. The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording environment.
Approximate image size of a picture (kB)

4:3 picture

640 480

FORMAT

Memory Stick Duo has been formatted at the factory, and does not require formatting. To execute formatting, touch [YES] twice . Formatting is completed, and all the images will be deleted.
Do not do any of the following while [ Formatting] is displayed: Operate the POWER switch/operation buttons. Eject the Memory Stick Duo. Formatting erases everything on the Memory Stick Duo including protected image data and newly created folders.

1380 580

800 350

450 190

150 60

16:9 picture

1060 450

600 260

130 60
The table shows the approximate number of still images that can be taken for each image size. [FINE] is on top, and [STANDARD] is on the bottom.

FILE NO.

SERIES
Assigns le numbers in sequence even if the Memory Stick Duo is replaced with another one. The le number is reset when a new folder is created or the recording folder is replaced with another.

ALL ERASE

Deletes all the pictures on a Memory Stick Duo without image protection, or in the selected folder.
Select [ALL FILES] or [CURRENT
FOLDER]. [ALL FILES]: Deletes all the images on the Memory Stick Duo. [CURRENT FOLDER]: Deletes all the images in the selected folder. Touch [YES] twice .
Cancel image protection on the Memory Stick Duo beforehand when using the Memory Stick Duo with the write-protect tab (p. 106). The folder will not be deleted even when you delete all the pictures in the folder. Do not do any of the following while [ Erasing all data.] is displayed: Operate the POWER switch/operation buttons. Eject the Memory Stick Duo.

AU.MAN GAIN

You can select whether the Audio level of channel 1 is linked with or separated from channel 2 when using an external microphone. SEPARATE
Record the sound in channel 1 separately from that in channel 2 (Audio level separated).
EXT SUR MIC (External surround microphone)

WIDE STEREO ( )

Records 2 channel sound with more presence by connecting a microphone (optional).

LINKED

Select to record the sound in channel 1 and that in channel 2 as a set, like stereo sound (Audio level linked). appears on the [STATUS CHECK], [AU.CH1 LEVEL] and [AU.CH2 LEVEL] display.
This function is effective when [AU.CH1 LEVEL] or [AU.CH2 LEVEL] is set to [MANUAL]. If either the CH1 or CH2 setting is changed to [AUTO] or [MANUAL], the other setting is automatically changed to the same setting.

STEREO

Records the stereo sound normally.
You need a compatible accessory such as the ECM-HQP1 microphone (optional) to record the sound in the [WIDE STEREO] setting. Sound is recorded in the [STEREO] setting if the microphone is not connected, even if another setting is selected.

VF POWER

The picture is not displayed in viewnder when the LCD panel is open.

LCD/VF SET

The recorded picture will not be affected by this operation.

LCD BRIGHT

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
Adjust the brightness with Touch.
The picture is displayed in viewnder when the LCD panel is open.
When you select [ON], the battery life is slightly reduced during recording.
You can also turn off the LCD backlight (p.14).

LCD BL LEVEL

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screens backlight. NORMAL

Standard brightness.

VF COLOR
Display pictures in the viewnder in color.
Display pictures in the viewnder in black and white.

BRIGHT

Brightens the LCD screen.
When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording.

ALLSCAN MODE

When you set [ALLSCAN MODE] to [ON], you can check the area surrounding the picture frame. During the simple all scan display, a black frame appears around the screen. Set to [OFF] to return to the previous screen.

The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard is used to select images for printing on your camcorder. By marking images that you want to print out, you do not need to reselect them when you print them out. (You cannot specify the number of printouts.)
Connect your camcorder to the printer

[PRINT

MARK].

print out later.

PRINT MARK

appears.

[MENU] (STANDARD SET)[USB SELECT][PictBridge PRINT] .

3 Connect the 4 Touch

(USB) jack of your camcorder to the printer using the USB cable (supplied). (PICT. APPLI.) [PictBridge PRINT].
When connection is complete, (PictBridge connecting) appears on the screen.

PRINT 101-0001

To cancel Print mark, touch the image again to cancel Print mark in step 3. Do not mark images on your camcorder if the Memory Stick Duo already has some images with the Print mark put on using other devices. This may change the information of the images with the Print mark put on using the other device.

1 / 10

One of the images stored on the Memory Stick Duo will be displayed.
We cannot guarantee the operation of models that are not PictBridge compatible.

Printing

1 Select the image to be printed

with /.

[COPIES].
3 Select the number of copies to be
printed with /. You can set a maximum of 20 copies of one image to be printed.
If you print a still image recorded with a 16:9 ratio, left and right ends of the image may be cut off. Some printer models may not support the date printing function. Refer to your printers operating instructions for details. We cannot guarantee the printing of images recorded with a device other than your camcorder. PictBridge is an industry standard established by the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA). You can print still images without using a computer by connecting a printer directly to a digital video camera or digital still camera, regardless of model or manufacturer.
To print the date on the image, touch [DATE/TIME][DATE] or [DAY&TIME].

5 Touch [EXEC][YES].

When printing is nished, [Printing.] disappears and the image selection screen appears again. Touch [END] when printing is completed.
Refer also to the operating instructions for the printer to be used. Do not attempt the following operations when is on the screen. The operations may not be performed properly. Operating the POWER switch. Disconnect the USB cable (supplied) from the printer. Removing the Memory Stick Duo from your camcorder. If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB cable (supplied), turn the printer off and on again and restart the operation from the beginning.
Jacks to connect external devices
The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device for xing the installed accessory securely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then tighten the screw. To remove an accessory, loosen the screw, and then press down and pull out the accessory. Connecting with an external device wears out the battery pack faster. When an external microphone (optional) is connected, it takes precedence over the internal microphone (p. 27).

Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the Memory Stick Duo. (p. 106) Perform the operation again on the index screen (p. 74). The maximum number of pictures you can mark for print is 999.
The data le name is not indicated correctly.
Only the le name is displayed if the directory structure does not conform to the universal standard. The le is damaged. The le format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 106).

The data le name ashes.

The le is damaged. The le format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 106).
Refer also to Adjusting the image during recording (p. 87) and Memory Stick Duo section (p. 84). The tape does not start when you press REC START/STOP.
Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp (p. 22). The tape has reached the end. Rewind it, or insert a new cassette. Set the write-protect tab to REC or insert a new cassette (p. 103). The tape is stuck to the drum due to moisture condensation. Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-insert the cassette (p. 111).
The zoom does not function.
You cannot use the zoom while executing [SHOT TRANS].
You cannot record on the Memory Stick Duo.
Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the Memory Stick Duo. (p. 106) The capacity is full. Delete unnecessary pictures recorded on the Memory Stick Duo. (p. 73)
Format the Memory Stick Duo on your camcorder or insert another Memory Stick Duo. (p. 51) You cannot record movies with this unit on the Memory Stick Duo. When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-TAPE, you cannot record still images on the Memory Stick Duo with: [PICT. EFFECT] [D. EFFECT] [COLOR SLOW S] [SUPER NS] When [SHUTTR SPEED] is set to less than 1/25 While executing [FADER] [COLOR BAR] [CINEFRAME]
The recording angle differs depending on the POWER switch setting position.
The recording angle when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY is wider than when it is set to CAMERA-TAPE.

Horizontal lines appear on the picture. The displayed pictures are not clear or do not appear.
Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 111).
You cannot hear the sound recorded with 4CH MIC REC on another camcorder.
Adjust [ AUDIO MIX] (p. 58).
Fine patterns icker, diagonal lines look jagged.
Adjust [SHARPNESS] to the (soften) side during recording (p. 45).
No sound or only a low sound is heard.
Turn up the volume (p. 23). Adjust [ AUDIO MIX] from the [CH3, CH4] (additional sound) side until the sound is heard appropriately (p. 58). When you are using an S VIDEO plug or component video cable (supplied), make sure the red and white plugs of the A/V connecting cable are connected as well (p. 33).
The time code does not return to 00:00:00:00 even if the tape was rewound to the beginning of recording.
The time code at the beginning of recording may not appear correctly, however, this is not a malfunction. If you start playback, both time code and picture are displayed correctly from the beginning.
User-bits are not displayed correctly during fast-forward and rewinding.
User-bits are not displayed correctly if the video signal is HDV without user-bits recorded and dubbed via i.LINK connection. [-- -- -- --] appears during playback, and [00 00] during fast-forward/rewinding.
The picture or sound breaks off.
The tape was recorded in both HDV and DVCAM (DV) formats. This is not a malfunction.

The sound breaks off.

--- is displayed on the screen.
The tape you are playing was recorded without setting the date and time. A blank section on the tape is being played. The data code on a tape with a scratch or noise cannot be read.

Noises appear and

is displayed on the screen.
The tape was recorded in a TV color system other than that of your camcorder (PAL). This is not a malfunction (p. 101).
Date Search does not work correctly.
If one days recording is less than 2 minutes, your camcorder may not accurately nd the point where the recording date changes. There is a blank section in the beginning or middle of the tape. This is not a malfunction.

REC: The cassette can be recorded. SAVE: The cassette cannot be recorded (write-protected).

REC SAVE

When labeling the cassette
Be sure to place the label only on the locations shown in the following illustration so as not to cause a malfunction of your camcorder.
Do not put a label along this border.

Labeling position

After using the cassette
Rewind the tape to the beginning to avoid distortion of the picture or the sound. The cassette should then be put in its case, and stored in an upright position.
When cleaning the gold-plated
connector Generally, clean the gold-plated connector on a cassette with a cotton-wool swab after every 10 times it has been ejected. If the gold-plated connector on the cassette is dirty or dusty, the remaining tape indicator may not be indicated correctly.
As of 1st of August, 2005
Some models are not available depending on the country or region.

Gold-plated connector

Compatibility of the DVCAM/DV formats
The DVCAM format was developed as a more reliable and higher-end format than the consumer DV format. Explained here are the differences, compatibility, and limitations on editing for the DVCAM and DV formats.
Mini DVCAM and mini DV cassettes
The recording format of the picture is dened according to the recorders format as described below.
Recorders format Cassettes format Recording format
Differences between the DVCAM and DV formats

Specication DVCAM DV

DVCAM DV

DVCAM DV DVCAM DV

TRACK Pitch Audio sampling frequency Audio recording mode* Time code
15 m 12 bit:32 kHz 16 bit:48 kHz
10 m 12 bit:32 kHz 16 bit:48 kHz 44.1 kHz 48 kHz Unlock mode Drop frame System only

Lock mode

This camcorder complies with the DVCAM format. Though mini DV cassettes can be used for recording, we recommend you use mini DVCAM cassettes to get the most out of the high reliability of the DVCAM format. The recording time of mini DV cassettes is 1/3 shorter than that indicated on mini DV cassettes when recorded in the DVCAM format.
Drop frame system or Non-drop frame system (SMPTE time code)
Compatibility on playback
Tape On DV video equipment On DVCAM video equipment

DV formatted

Can be playback
* There are 2 modes for audio recording, lock mode and unlock mode. In lock mode, the sampling frequencies of audio and video are synchronized. In unlock mode, which the consumer DV format adopts, the 2 sampling frequencies are independent. Therefore, lock mode is more effective than unlock mode in digital processing and smooth transition during audio editing.

Specications (Continued)

Output connectors
Audio/Video output 10-pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47 k (kilohms)), Output impedance with less than 2.2 k (kilohms) COMPONENT Y:1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), OUT jack unbalanced PB/PR, CB/CR: 525 mVp-p (75 % color-bar) Headphones jack Stereo minijack ( 3.5)

Image device

5.9 mm (1/3 type) CMOS sensor Gross: Approx. 000 pixels Effective (movie, 4:3): 000 pixels Effective (movie, 16:9): 000 pixels Effective (still, 4:3): 800 pixels Effective (still, 16:9): 600 pixels Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 10 (Optical), 40 (Digital) Focal length f=5.1 ~ 51.0 mm (7/32 ~ 2 1/8 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera In CAMERA-TAPE *2 : 41 ~ 480 mm (1 5/8 ~ 19 in.) (16:9), 50 ~ 590 mm (2 ~ 23 1/4 in.) (4:3) In CAMERA-TAPE when setting [FULL SCAN] to [ON] 40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~15 3/4 in.) (16:9), 49.3 ~ 493 mm (2 ~ 19 1/2 in.) (4:3) In CAMERA-MEMORY: 40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4 in.) (16:9), 37 ~ 370 mm (1 1/2 ~ 14 5/8 in.) (4:3) F1.8 ~ 2.1 Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) Color temperature [AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (K), [OUTDOOR] (K) Minimum 7 1x (lux) (F 1.8) illumination 0 lx (lux) (during NightShot function)*3 *1Exif is a le format for still images, established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Files in this format can have additional information such as your camcorders setting information at the time of recording. *2The focal length gures are actual gures resulting from wide angle pixel read-out. *3Objects unable to be seen due to the dark can be shot with infrared lighting.

Input/Output connectors

MIC jack Minijack, 0.388 mV low impedance with DC 2.5 to 3.0 V, output impedance 6.8 k (kilohms) ( 3.5 mm), Stereo type Stereo mini-minijack ( 2.5) XLR3-pin, female, -60 dBu:3 k +4 dBu:10 k (0 dBu=0.775 Vrms) mini-B i.LINK Interface (IEEE 1394, 4-pin connector S100)
LANC jack INPUT1/ INPUT2 connectors USB jack HDV/DV jack
Picture Total dot number 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) (560 220)

General

Peak inrush current Power requirements Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) Hot switching inrush current, measured in accordance with European standard EN551031: 5 A (230 V) DC 7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) During camera recording using the viewnder with normal brightness with the XLR adaptor attached: HDV recording 6.1 W DVCAM (DV) recording 5.5 W During camera recording using the LCD with normal brightness with the XLR adaptor attached: HDV recording 6.2 W DVCAM (DV) recording 5.6 W 0 C to 40 C (32 F to 104 F) -20 C to + 60 C (-4 F to + 140 F) 191 mm (2 7/1/5/8 in.) (w/h/d) excluding the projecting parts 670 g (1 lb 7 oz) main unit only 1.1 kg (2 lb 8 oz) including the NP-FM50 rechargeable battery pack, PHDVM-63DM cassette, lens hood with lens cover, XLR adaptor and microphone. See page 9.