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Digital Video Camera Recorder

Getting Started

Operating Guide

Recording/ 20 Playback

Using the Menu Dubbing/Editing Using a Computer Troubleshooting 73 86

DCR-PC1000

Additional Information 106

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WARNING

To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

Memory Stick

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
For customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222SONY (7669). The number below is for the FCC related matters only.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-PC1000 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
DCR-PC1000 is to be used with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C140 and AC Power Adaptor Model AC-L200.
The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Owners Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-PC1000 Serial No. Model No. ACSerial No.

Notes on use

Your camcorder is supplied with two kinds of operations guides.
Operating Guide (This manual) First Step Guide for connecting the camcorder to a computer and using the supplied software (stored on the supplied CD-ROM)

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

About the Carl Zeiss lens
Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens. Also, the lens for your camcorder is T*-coated to suppress unwanted reections and faithfully reproduce colors. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The number value indicates the amount of light from a subject coming into the lens.

On recording

Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the picture and sound are recorded without any problems. Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. TV color systems differ depending on the countries/regions. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.

Table of Contents

Step 1: Checking supplied items...8 Step 2: Charging the battery pack...9 Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder rmly.13 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewnder..14 Step 5: Using the touch panel...15
Changing the language setting...15 Checking the screen indicators (Display guide)..15
Step 6: Setting the date and time..16 Step 7: Inserting a tape or a Memory Stick Duo.17 Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture...19

Recording/Playback

Recording/Playback with ease (Easy Handycam)..20 Recording...22 Playback...23 Functions used for recording/playback, etc..24
Recording To use zoom Controlling the settings with the CAM CTRL dial/ MANUAL button (Assignable dial) To record sound with more presence (4CH MIC recording) To use the ash To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects To record in mirror mode To use a tripod Playback To use PB zoom Recording/playback To check the remaining battery (Battery Info) 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 Searching manually (EDIT SEARCH)...31 Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review)..31

Remote Commander...32

Searching quickly for a desired scene (Zero set memory)..32 Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search)..33
Playing the picture on a TV...34

Using the Menu

Using the menu items..36
Menu items....38 CAMERA SET menu...40
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/ WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.)

MEMORY SET menu...45

A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack
You can charge the InfoLITHIUM battery pack (A series) (p. 110) after attaching it to your camcorder.
2 Insert the battery pack to the end
with the mark facing outwards.

POWER switch DC IN jack

DC plug To the wall outlet Power cord AC Adaptor
3 Close the battery cover.
1 Slide the battery cover in the
direction of the arrow. Be sure to close the cover completely.
Step2:Charging the battery pack (Continued)
4 Slide the POWER switch up to
(CHG) OFF. (The default setting.)
7 Insert the camcorder into the
Handycam Station securely. Be sure to insert the camcorder to the end.
5 Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack on the Handycam Station. Be sure that the mark on the DC plug is facing up.

/CHG (charge) lamp

The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged.
When inserting the camcorder into the Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover
on the camcorder. The mark faces up.
6 Connect the power cord to the AC
Adaptor and the wall outlet.
To charge the battery pack using the AC Adaptor
Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG)OFF. Then connect the AC Adaptor directly to the DC IN jack on the camcorder.
To remove the battery pack
Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG)OFF. Then open the battery cover to remove the battery pack.

DC IN jack

POWER switch
DC plug Facing the mark to the LCD screen. To the wall outlet Power cord AC Adaptor
When storing the battery pack
Fully discharge the battery before storing it for an extended period (p. 110).
To use an outside power source
You can operate your camcorder using the power from the wall outlet by making the same connections as you do when charging the battery pack. The battery pack will not lose its charge in this case.
To remove your camcorder from the Handycam Station
Turn off the power, then remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station holding both your camcorder and the Handycam Station.

Charging time

Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
Battery pack Charging time On the battery pack Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch up to (CHG) OFF. The CHG (charge) lamp ashes during charging, or the battery information (p. 26) will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions. The battery pack is not attached correctly. The battery pack is damaged. The battery pack is fully discharged. (For Battery Info only.) The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet. On the charging/recording/playback time Times measured with the camcorder at 77 F (25 C). (50 F to 86 F (10 to 30 C) 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 outlet when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. PRECAUTION Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor.

(focusing on close subjects)/ (focusing on distant subjects) to sharpen the focus. appears when the focus cannot be adjusted any closer, and appears when the focus cannot be adjusted farther away. Touch.
To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO] in step.
It is easier to focus on the subject by moving the power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) to adjust the focus, then towards W (wide angle) to adjust the zoom for recording. When you want to record a subject at close range, move the power zoom lever to W (wide angle), then adjust the focus. The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 1/2 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto. You can also adjust the focus manually using the CAM CTRL dial (p. 61).

SPOT FOCUS

You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located in the center of the screen.
EXP.FOCUS (Expanded focus)
When you set the POWER switch to CAMERA-MEMORY and [EXP.FOCUS] to [ON], you can enlarge the picture displayed on the LCD screen to 2 times bigger. This function makes it easier to adjust the focus. While displaying the enlarged picture, instead of the indicator in normal [FOCUS] setting, the indicator appears.
Touch the subject on the screen.

Touch [END].

To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO][END].
When you nish focusing, the screen automatically returns to the normal picture display.
Set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then press (ash) (p. 25) repeatedly to select a setting.
(Auto redeye reduction): Pre-ashes to reduce redeye before the ash automatically ashes when there is insufcient ambient light. (Forced redeye reduction): Always uses the ash and the redeye reducing pre-ash. (No ash): Records without ash. The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other conditions.

TELE MACRO

This is useful to shoot small subjects, such as owers or insects. You can blur away backgrounds and the subject stands out clearer. When you set [TELE MACRO] to [ON] ( ), the zoom (p. 24) moves to the top of the T (Telephoto) side automatically and allows for recording subjects at a close distance, down to about 50 cm (19 3/4 in.).
To cancel, touch [OFF], or zoom to wideangle (W side).
When recording a distant subject, it may difcult to focus on and take time for focusing. Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 42) when it is hard to focus automatically.
COLOR SLOW S (Color Slow Shutter)
When you set [COLOR SLOW S] to [ON], you can record an image brighter in color even in dark places. and [COLOR SLOW SHUTTER] appear on the screen. To cancel [COLOR SLOW S], touch [OFF].
Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 42) when it is hard to focus automatically. The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the brightness. The motion of the picture may slow down at this time.

ST2/ REAR

16BIT (

) Touch / to adjust the balance of the front and rear sound. Then touch. You can monitor the front sound at the side, and the rear sound at the side. Your camcorder cannot output 4ch audio simultaneously as it only supports 2ch audio output. When you set the audio balance bar to the center, the front and rear sounds are output at equal level. The adjusted audio balance returns to the default setting in about 5 minutes after the battery pack, or other power source has been disconnected.
Records in the 16-bit mode (1 stereo sound with high quality).

VOLUME

to adjust the volume.
You can also adjust the setting manually using the CAM CTRL dial (p. 23).

MULTI-SOUND

You can select whether to play back audio recorded using other devices with dual sound or stereo sound.
EXT SUR MIC (External surround microphone)
You can enjoy 5.1ch surround sound by following the procedure below, using an optional microphone and a Sony VAIO series personal computer. Recording Attach the ECM-HQP1 microphone (optional) to your camcorder and make a recording. Record four audio channels (front-left, front-right, rear-left, and rear-right) simultaneously. Creating DVD Create a DVD compliant with 5.1ch surround sound playback on a Sony VAIO series personal computer using Click to DVD (Ver.2.0 or later). Playback Play back the created DVD on the 5.1ch home theater system.
Connect the ECM-HQP1 microphone (optional) to the Active Interface Shoe. Refer to the manual of the microphone for details. Select the sound setting.
Sound is recorded in the [STEREO] setting if the microphone is not connected, even if another setting is selected. Sound is recorded in the 12-bit mode in [4CH MIC]. If [AUDIO MODE] has been set to [16BIT( )], it automatically switches to the 12-bit mode. The audio mode setting returns to the previous settings if you change the setting from [4CH MIC] to [WIDE STEREO] or [STEREO]. You can check the recorded front and rear sound after recording ([AUDIO MIX], p.54). Your camcorder cannot output 5.1ch surround sound. For creating a 5.1ch surround sound compliant DVD, you need software and a device that supports this function. In the case of Sony products, a VAIO series personal computer preinstalled with Click to DVD (Ver.2.0 or later) supports this function. Some application software bundled with VAIO does not allow for 4CH MIC recording signal.

3 Place the CD-ROM in the disc
drive of your computer. The installation screen appears.
Installing the software and First Step Guide on a computer (Continued)
If the screen does not appear
Double-click [My Computer]. Double-click [PICTUREPACKAGE] (Disc drive).*
* Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer.
7 Read [License Agreement], check
[I accept the terms of the license agreement] when you agree, then click [Next].

4 Click [Install].

8 Select where to save the
Depending on the operating system on the computer, a message appears notifying you that First Step Guide cannot be installed automatically with the InstallShield Wizard. In such a case, manually copy First Step Guide to your computer according to the messages instructions.
software, then click [Next].
5 Select the language for the
9 Click [Install] on the [Ready to
Install the Program] screen. The installation of Picture Package starts.
application to be installed, then click [Next].

6 Click [Next].

10 Click [Next] to install the First
Step Guide. Depending on the computer, this screen may not be displayed. In such a case, skip to step 11.

Click [Next].

Click [Finish].
Follow the on-screen instructions until installation of First Step Guide is complete.
11 Click [Next], then follow the
13 Follow the steps below to install
Only displayed with Windows XP Service Pack1 (SP1). Otherwise skip to step 14.
USB driver for using DV STREAM.
on-screen instructions until installation of ImageMixer VCD2 is complete.
12 If the [Installing Microsoft (R)
DirectX(R)] screen is displayed, follow the steps below to install DirectX 9.0c. If not, skip to step 13.
Read [License Agreement], then click [Next].
Read [License Agreement], check [I Agree] when you agree, then click [Next].
14 Make sure [Yes, I want to restart
my computer now.] is checked, then click [Finish].
The computer turns off once, then starts up again automatically (Restart). The short-cut icons for [Picture Package Menu] and [Picture Package Menu destination Folder] (and First Step Guide, if installed by steps 10) appear on the desktop.

Starting up on a Macintosh computer
Double-click FirstStepGuide.pdf.
To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is needed. If it is not installed on your computer, you can download it from the Adobe Systems web page: http://www.adobe.com/
Creating a DVD (Direct Access to Click to DVD)
You can create DVDs when you connect your camcorder to a Sony VAIO series computer* that supports Click to DVD via an i.LINK cable (optional). The picture is automatically copied and written to a DVD. The following procedures describe how to create a DVD from a picture recorded on a tape. For system and operation requirements, visit the following URL: Europe http://www.vaio-link.com/ USA http://ciscdb.sel.sony.com/perl/select-pn.pl Asia Pacic Regional http://www.css.ap.sony.com/ Korea http://scs.sony.co.kr/ Taiwan http://vaio-online.sony.com/tw/vaio/ China http://www.sonystyle.com.cn/vaio/ Thailand http://www.sony.co.th/vaio/index.html Latin America http://vaio-online.sony.com/ * Note that you need a Sony VAIO computer equipped with a DVD drive that can be used to write DVDs. You also need the computer with Click to DVD Ver.1.2 (Sony original software) or later installed.
Using the Direct Access to Click to DVD function for the rst time
The Direct Access to Click to DVD function enables you to copy pictures recorded on a tape to a DVD easily if your camcorder is connected to a computer. Before operating the Direct Access to Click to DVD function, follow the steps below to start Click to DVD Automatic Mode Launcher.
Turn on the computer. Click the start menu, then select [All Programs]. Select [Click to DVD] from the programs displayed, then click [Click to DVD Automatic Mode Launcher]. [Click to DVD Automatic Mode Launcher] starts up.
to i.LINK (IEEE1394) connector i.LINK cable (optional) to DV Interface (i.LINK)
After you start up [Click to DVD Automatic Mode Launcher] once, from then on it starts up automatically when you turn on your computer. [Click to DVD Automatic Mode Launcher] is set up for each Windows XP user.

1 Turn on the computer.

Close all applications running with an i.LINK.
2 Prepare the power source for the
camcorder. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source since it takes a few hours to create a DVD.
You can only use an i.LINK cable (optional) for this operation. You cannot use a USB cable (supplied).
Creating a DVD (Direct Access to Click to DVD) (Continued)
4 Insert a recorded cassette into

your camcorder.

CAPTURING: The picture recorded on the tape is being copied to the computer. CONVERTING: The picture is being converted to the MPEG2 format. WRITING: The picture is being written onto the DVD.

Buttons do not work.

During Easy Handycam operation, the available buttons are limited (p. 21).
You cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off.
During recording or communicating with another device via USB cable (supplied), you cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off.
Settings change during Easy Handycam operation.
During Easy Handycam operation, the settings of the functions that are not displayed on the screen return to their defaults. Previously made settings are restored when you cancel the Easy Handycam operation.
[DEMO MODE] does not start.
Eject the cassette and Memory Stick Duo from your camcorder (p. 17, 18).

The camcorder gets warm.

The camcorder may get warmer while you use it. This is not a malfunction.

Batteries/Power sources

The power abruptly turns off.
When approximately 5 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate your camcorder, the camcorder is automatically turned off (A.SHUT OFF). Change the setting of [A.SHUT OFF] (p. 58), or turn on the power again (p. 13), or use the AC Adaptor. Charge the battery pack (p. 9).
The CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged.
Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG) OFF (p. 10). Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 9). No power is supplied from the wall outlet. (p. 9). Insert your camcorder into the Handycam Station correctly (p. 10). The battery charge is completed (p. 10).
The CHG (charge) lamp ashes while the battery pack is being charged.
Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly. If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall 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.
A problem has occurred in the remaining battery time indicator, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again to correct the indication (p. 9).

The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.
The temperature of the environment is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. This is not a malfunction. Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one. It may be damaged (p. 9, 110). The indicated time may not be correct depending on the environment of use. When you open or close the LCD panel, it takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery time.
The battery pack is quickly discharged.
The temperature of the environment is too high or low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. This is not a malfunction. Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one. It may be damaged (p. 9, 110).
A problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor.
Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet. Then, connect it again.
Troubleshooting (Continued)

LCD screen/viewnder

An unknown picture appears on the LCD screen or viewnder.
The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p. 52). Touch the LCD screen or insert a cassette or a Memory Stick Duo to cancel [DEMO MODE].
An unknown indicator appears on the screen.
Refer to the indicator list (p. 101).
The picture remains on the LCD screen.
This occurs if you disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet or remove the battery pack without turning off the power rst. This is not a malfunction.
You cannot turn the LCD backlight off.
During Easy Handycam operation (p. 20), you cannot turn the LCD backlight on/off using the DISPLAY BATT INFO.
The buttons do not appear on the touch panel.
Touch the LCD screen lightly. Press DISPLAY BATT INFO on your camcorder (or DISPLAY on the Remote Commander) (p. 15).
The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not work at all.
Adjust the screen ([CALIBRATION]) (p. 114). If you change the aspect ratio of the picture, the aspect ratio of the buttons of the touch panel and indicators will switch to the selected one (p. 19).
The picture in the viewnder is not clear.
Use the viewnder lens adjustment lever to adjust the lens (p. 14).
The picture in the viewnder has disappeared.
Close the LCD panel. The picture is not displayed in the viewnder when the LCD panel is open (p. 14).

Cassette tapes

The cassette cannot be ejected from the compartment.
Make sure the power source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connected correctly (p. 9). Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then attach it again (p. 11). Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 9).

Image data stored on a Memory Stick Duo cannot be played back.
Image data cannot be played back if you have modied les or folders, or have edited the data on a computer. (The le name ashes in that case.) This is not a malfunction (p. 109). Pictures recorded on other devices may not be played back. This is not a malfunction (p. 109).
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. 113).
You cannot hear the sound recorded with 4CH MIC REC.
Adjust [AUDIO MIX] (p. 54).
Fine patterns icker, diagonal lines look jagged.
Adjust [SHARPNESS] to the (soften) side (p. 41).
No sound or only a low sound is heard.
Set [MULTI-SOUND] to [STEREO] (p. 54). Turn up the volume (p. 23). Adjust [AUDIO MIX] from the [ST2/REAR] (additional sound) side until the sound is heard appropriately (p. 68). When you are using an S VIDEO plug, make sure the red and white plugs of the A/V connecting cable are connected as well (p. 34).

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 (NTSC). This is not a malfunction (p. 106).
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.
The supplied Remote Commander does not function.
Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [ON] (p. 57). Remove any obstructions between the Remote Commander and the remote sensor. Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly. Insert a new battery. Insert a battery into the battery holder with the +/ polarities correctly matching the +/ marks. (p. 115). Remove the conversion lens (optional) as the remote sensor may be obstructed by it.
Another VCR malfunctions when you use the supplied Remote Commander.
Select a commander mode other than VTR 2 for your VCR, or cover the sensor of your VCR with black paper.
Menu items are grayed out.
You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback situation.
You cannot use [PROGRAM AE].
You cannot use [PROGRAM AE] together with: [COLOR SLOW S] [TELE MACRO]

Insert a Memory Stick (p. 18). Reinsert the Memory Stick.
Reinsert the Memory Stick Duo a few times. If even then the indicator ashes, the Memory Stick Duo might be damaged. Try with another Memory Stick Duo.
Memory Stick folders are full.
You cannot create folders exceeding 999MSDCF. You cannot delete created folders using your camcorder. You will have to format the Memory Stick Duo (p. 47), or delete them using your computer.
Cannot record still images on Memory Stick (p. 108). Cannot record movies on Memory Stick (p. 108).
This is a read-only Memory Stick.
Insert a writable Memory Stick Duo.
Incompatible type of Memory Stick.
A type of Memory Stick Duo incompatible with your camcorder is inserted (p. 108).
PictBridge compliant printer
Troubleshooting Check the connected device.
Switch off the printer and switch it on again, then disconnect the USB cable (supplied) and reconnect it.
This Memory Stick is not formatted correctly.
Check the format, then format the Memory Stick Duo as necessary (p. 47, 108).
Connect the camcorder to a PictBridge compatible printer.
Cannot record. The Memory Stick is full.
Delete unnecessary images (p. 69).

Error. Cancel the task.

Check the printer.
The Memory Stick is locked. Check the tab (p. 108).
Cannot playback. Reinsert the Memory Stick (p. 18). Cannot record. Reinsert the Memory Stick (p. 18).
Cannot print. Check the printer.

Flash

Charging Cannot record still images.
You are trying to record a still image while charging the ash (optional).
Cannot add audio (p. 68).
You cannot add sound to the tape recorded with 4CH MIC REC.
Cannot use 4CH MIC REC (p. 55).
Disconnect the external 4CH microphone (optional) once, then connect it again.
Lens accessory attached. Cannot use ash.
A conversion lens (optional) or a lter (optional) is attached to your camcorder, the ash light does not emit light (p. 91).
Dirty video head. Use a cleaning cassette (p. 113).
Cannot start Easy Handycam. Cannot cancel Easy Handycam (p. 86). USB is invalid in this mode during Easy Handycam
You cannot use USB when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-TAPE.

Lens cover

Lens cover not fully open. Turn power off then on (p.22). Lens cover is not closed. Turn the power off once (p. 13).

About the i.LINK Baud rate
i.LINK's maximum baud rate varies according to the device. There are three types. S100 (approx. 100Mbps*) S200 (approx. 200Mbps) S400 (approx. 400Mbps)

About i.LINK (Continued)

Maintenance and precautions

On use and care

Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations. Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never leave them exposed to temperatures above 60C (140 F), such as under direct sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They may malfunction or become deformed. Near strong magnetic elds or mechanical vibration. The camcorder may malfunction. Near strong radio waves or radiation. The camcorder may not be able to record properly. Near AM receivers and video equipment. Noise may occur. On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen, the viewnder, or the lens may be exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the inside of the viewnder or the LCD screen. Anywhere very humid. Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example, from rain or sea water. If your camcorder gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. Be particularly careful of the lens. Keep the POWER switch setting to (CHG) OFF when you are not using your camcorder. Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for example, and operate it. Doing so might cause heat to build up inside. When disconnecting the power cord, pull it by the plug and not the cord. Do not damage the power cord such as by placing anything heavy on it. Keep metal contacts clean.
The baud rate is listed under Specications in the operating instructions of each piece of equipment. It is also indicated near the i.LINK interface on some devices. The baud rate may differ from the indicated value when the unit is connected to a device with a different maximum baud rate.

When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about one hour).

Video head

When the video head becomes dirty, you cannot record pictures normally, or distorted picture or sound is played back. If the following problem occurs, clean the video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM12CLD cleaning cassette (optional). Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture or the screen is displayed in blue.
If moisture condensation has occurred
None of the functions except cassette ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette lid open. Your camcorder can be used again if or does not appear when the power is turned on again. If moisture starts to condense, your camcorder sometimes cannot detect condensation. If this happens, the cassette is sometimes not ejected for 10 seconds after the cassette lid is opened. This is not a malfunction. Do not close the cassette lid until the cassette is ejected.
Playback pictures do not move. Playback pictures do not appear or the sound breaks off. [ Dirty video head. Use a cleaning cassette.] appears on the screen during recording. [ Dirty video head. Use a cleaning cassette.] appears on the screen during playback. The video head suffers from wear after long use. If you cannot obtain a clear image even Continued
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after using a cleaning cassette, it might be because the video head is worn. Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility to have the video head replaced.
Touch the displayed on the screen with the corner of the supplied Memory Stick Duo. Touch [CANCEL] to cancel.

LCD screen

Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause damage. If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a malfunction.
The position of the changes. If you did not press the right spot, start from step again.
You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is rotated.

On handling the casing

If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth. Avoid the following to avoid damage to the nish. Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent and insecticide. Handling with above substances on your hands. Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time.

To clean the LCD screen

DCR-PC1000

MiniDV Handycam Camcorder

Step-up Feature

3 New Feature
Featuring 3 Chip CMOS Sensor Technology & a 2.7 Wide (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel LCD Screen you will be assured you are capturing the most vivid color & detail you can. The DCR-PC1000 is supplied with a Handycam Station that allows you to share & transfer your memories easily & quickly as well as the ability to charge your battery all in one location.
CMOS (Complimentary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) Senor 3-1/6" CMOS sensors (gross) pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (up to 530 lines of horizontal resolution) and still image performance. Unlike traditional CCD Imagers CMOS Imagers require less power, providing better battery performance. MiniDV Recording Offers up to 530 lines of horizontal resolution, 3X the color bandwidth and a significantly higher signal/noise ratio, to provide spectacular video performance. 10X Optical/120X Digital Zoom The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition the Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms. Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating that offers less glare and flare with increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones. Progressive Shutter System A mechanical shutter system that provides progressive scan performance while utilizing an interlaced scanning system. Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent definition. Analog To Digital Conversion with Pass-Through Convert and/or record any analog NTSC video source to digital video via the analog inputs. Analog NTSC video can also be passed through the digital Handycam Camcorder directly into a PC via the i.LINK interface in real-time for easy PC editing of your analog footage.
SteadyShot Picture Stabilization System Picture stabilization system that uses motion sensors to detect and compensate for camera "shake" without compromising picture quality like some other digital stabilization systems. 2.7" Wide Touch Panel SwivelScreen Hybrid LCD Display (123K Pixels Provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The 16:9 format high resolution 123K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. Handycam Station The supplied Handycam Station provides quick and easy connections to a TV for viewing or to a PC for editing and sharing video. Just placing the camcorder on the Handycam Station instantly makes the connections. No need to search for cables or wires when charging or playing back. Cinematic Mode Perfect for creating your own movie masterpieces, the DCR-PC1000's Cinematic mode lends a 24 frame film-like effect to your recordings. i.LINK DV Interface1 A digital high-speed bi-directional interface which provides Audio/Video communication between two compatible devices. This connection allows for pure digital transfer between devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface, such as camcorders, digital VTRs, capture cards and PCs.
InfoLithium Battery with AccuPower Meter System2 Charge the battery at anytime because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening "memory effect". Sony's exclusive AccuPower meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. Picture Package Software Easily organize still images and video, and turn them into stunning music videos using the supplied software. 2.8 Megapixel Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory Stick Duo Media Utilizing Pixel Offset Technology, you can capture still images at 1920 x 1440 resolution, directly onto Memory Stick Duo Media. These high-resolution images are perfect for printing. Built In Flash For added clarity and detail when taking pictures in low-light situations, the built-in flash improves pictures, and reduces shadows. USB Video Class Allows for fast transfer to a computer via USB 2.0 connection. Tele Macro Function Useful for shooting close up shots, but without having the camcorder casting a shadow on the subject. Images shot in the Tele Macro Mode will have the subject properly focused with the background unfocussed so that the subject stands out. Assignable Dial Built into the lens body of the camera, the assignable dial can be used not only for focus or exposure, but may also be customized by the user to controlAE Shift and playback volume.

specifications

SteadyShot Image Stabilization: Yes, Super SteadyShot Accessory Shoe: Yes, Active Interface White Balance: Auto/Outdoor/Indoor/One-push(Touch Panel, Dial) NightShot Infrared System: Color Slow Shutter Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility: Yes, Memory Stick PRO Duo 3 : Tested to support up to 1GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function. USB Streaming: Yes White Balance: Auto/Outdoor/Indoor/One-push (Touch Panel, Dial) Interface: Interface Connector for Handycam Station: Yes Viewfinder: Yes, Color (123K) Imaging Device: 3 - 1/6" 790K Gross Pixel CMOS Sensor Still Actual: 690K x 3 (4:3) (Utilizing Pixel Offset Technology) LCD: 2.7" Wide (16:9) Color (123K) USB Port(s): Yes, 2.0, Video Class (On Handycam Station) Digital Audio Input(s): Yes Digital Video Input(s): Yes Digital Video Output(s): Yes (Special) Digital Audio Output(s): Yes (Stereo, Special) LANC Terminal: Yes (mini) Headphone Output(s): N/A Input(s): Microphone N/A Minimum Illumination: 7 Lux Lens Type: Carl Zeiss Lens: Vario-Sonnar T*1 :Yes Zoom: 120X (Digital), 10X Focus: Full Range Auto Focus (Touch Panel, Dial) 35mm Conversion: 41-480mm (4:3 Camera) 44-520mm (16:9 Camera) 40-400mm (4:3 Memory) 43.5-435mm(16:9 Memory) Focal Distance: 2.77-27.7mm 500mm (Telemacro) Aperture: 1.8-2.4 Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/2-1/500 (AE mode, Slow Shutter) Exposure:Yes, Touch Panel (24 steps) Power Consumption: 3.0W/3.4W/3.5W(VF/LCD/VF LCD) Limited Warranty: 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor Video Actual: 670K x 3 (4:3) Filter Diameter: 30mm Weight: 14 oz (397 g) Dimensions (WHD): 2 1/8" x 4 3/5" x 4" (54 x 117 x 102mm) Supplied Accessories: Power Adapter/ In-Camera Charger (AC-L200)
New InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery (NP-FA50) Handycam Station (DRCA-C140) Memory Stick Duo Media (MSH-M16) Remote Commander Remote Control (RMT-831) Stereo AV Cable USB Cable Lens Cap Shoulder Strap CD-ROM with USB Driver (PicturePackage Software Ver. 1.5 for Sony) UPC Code: 0272426700510

service and warranty

Limited Warranty: 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

optional accessories

InfoLithium Batteries (NP-F50/NP-FA70) Carrying Case (LCS-VA4) Carrying Case (LCS-VA5) Lightweight Tripod (VCT-R610) Pocket Tripod (VCT-TK1)
1. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony, used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connector. All products with an IEEE1394 connector may not communicate with each other. 2. Designed for use with compatible Sony InfoLithium batteries. 3. Available storage capacity of Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO media may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions. Actual available memory in MBs is: 8=7.5, 16=15, 32=30, 64=61, 128=123, 256=220, 512=460. 4. Battery life may vary depending upon usage patterns. 2005 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, AccuPower, Advanced HAD, Handycam, i.LINK, InfoLithium, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, NightShot, Picture Package, Remote Commander, SteadyShot, SwivelScreen, and worryfreedigital are trademarks of Sony. Carl Zeiss and Vario-Sonnar are trademarks of Carl Zeiss. PictBridge is a trademark of CIPA. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate. Please visit the Dealer Network for more information at www.sony.com/dn
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Last Updated 2005-04-04