4-111-862-11(1)

Enjoying pictures with high definition quality
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder

Getting Started

Operating Guide

Recording/ 28 Playback

Using the Menu Dubbing/Editing Using a Computer Troubleshooting 91 94

HDR-FX1000

Additional Information 107 Quick Reference 123 Spanish Quick Guide/ 135 Gua rpida en espaol
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WARNING

To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient 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.
Never expose the battery pack to temperature above 60 C (140 F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tipover.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

Continued ,

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet.

Read this first

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
For customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). The number below is for the FCC related matters only.

CAUTION

Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-FX1000 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone Number: 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.

Changing the language setting... 25
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a Memory Stick Duo..26

Recording/Playback

Recording....28 Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings..31
Adjusting the zoom.... 31 Adjusting the focus manually.. 32 Adjusting the image brightness... 33 Adjusting to Natural Color (White balance)... 36 Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile).. 37 Adjusting the volume... 42
Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons..44
Recording an index signal... 45 Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review). 45 Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording (End search).... 45 Using the Shot transition... 46

Playback....49

Table of Contents (Continued)
Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder. 52
Changing the screen... 52 Displaying recording data (Data code).. 52 Displaying the settings in your camcorder (Status check).. 53 Checking the remaining battery (Battery Info). 53
Locating a scene on a tape... 54
Searching quickly for a desired scene (Zero set memory).. 54 Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search). 55 Searching for a recording start point (Index search). 55
Playing the picture on a TV... 56

Using the Menu

Using the menu items... 62
Menu items.... 64 (CAMERA SET) menu... 66
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SETUP/ BACK LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.)

(AUDIO SET) menu... 73

Settings for the audio recording (DV AU.MODE/DV AUDIO MIX, etc.)

(DISPLAY SET) menu... 74

Display settings of the display and the viewfinder (MARKER/VF B.LIGHT/DISP OUTPUT, etc.)

(IN/OUT REC) menu... 77

Recording settings, input and output settings (VCR HDV/DV/DV REC MODE/ DV WIDE REC/ TV TYPE, etc.)

(MEMORY SET) menu... 80

Settings for the Memory Stick Duo (ALL ERASE/FORMAT, etc.)

(OTHERS) menu.... 81

Settings while recording on a tape or other basic settings (QUICK REC/BEEP, etc.)

Dubbing/Editing

Dubbing to VCR, DVD/HDD device, etc.. 84 Recording pictures from a VCR.. 88

Using a Computer

Copying movies on a tape to a computer... 91 Copying still images to a computer... 93

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting...94 Warning indicators and messages..104

Additional Information

Using your camcorder abroad..107 Maintenance and precautions..110
HDV format and recording/playback.. 110 About the Memory Stick... 111 About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack.. 112 About i.LINK... 113 About x.v.Color... 114 About handling of your camcorder... 115

Specifications....119

Quick Reference
Identifying parts and controls...123 Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder..128 Index....131

When you set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO, other manually adjusted items (gain, shutter speed, white balance) also become automatic.
4 Adjust the image brightness by turning the iris ring A.
Press the IRIS/EXPOSURE button H, or set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO. The values next to which is displayed disappear, or appears next to those values.
When you set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO, all manually adjusted items (iris, gain, shutter speed and white balance) also become automatic.

Adjusting the exposure

When [IRIS/EXPOSURE] is set to [EXPOSURE], you can adjust the image brightness by adjusting the iris, gain and shutter speed with the iris ring. You can
When you press the GAIN button C while is displayed on the screen next to the gain value, disappears and you can adjust the gain manually. When you press the GAIN button C again, appears and you can adjust the gain with the iris ring. See step 3 in Adjusting the gain on page 35 for details on how to adjust the gain. When you press the SHUTTER SPEED button D while is displayed on the screen next to the shutter speed value, disappears and you can adjust the shutter speed manually. When you press the SHUTTER SPEED button D again, appears and you can adjust the shutter speed with the iris ring. See steps 3 to 4 in Adjusting the shutter speed on page 35 for details on how to adjust the shutter speed.
When you set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to AUTO, other manually adjusted items (iris, shutter speed, white balance) also become automatic.
Adjusting the shutter speed
You can manually adjust and fix the shutter speed. You can make a moving subject look still or emphasize the movement of a moving subject by adjusting the shutter speed. 1 During recording or standby, set the AUTO/MANUAL switch F to MANUAL. 2 Press the SHUTTER SPEED button D until the shutter speed value is highlighted. 3 Change the shutter speed displayed on the screen by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial E. You can set a shutter speed between 1/4 second and 1/10000 second. The selected shutter speed appears on the screen. For example, if you select 1/100 second, [100] appears. The larger the number that appears on the screen, the faster the shutter speed. 4 Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial E to lock the shutter speed. To readjust the shutter speed, do steps 2 to 4.

the AUTO/MANUAL switch D to MANUAL.
While recording a bright subject, diffraction may occur if you close the aperture further down, resulting in a fuzzy focus (this is a common phenomenon with video cameras). The ND filter B suppresses this phenomenon and gives better recording results.
2 Press the WHT BAL button A. 3 Set the white balance memory
switch B to any one of PRESET/A/B.

Indicator

Shooting conditions White balance values adjusted for light sources can be stored in memory A and memory B. Follow the steps in To save the adjusted white balance value in memory A or B (p. 37). Recording neon signs
A (Memory A) B (Memory B)
To adjust the white balance automatically
Press the WHT BAL button A or set the AUTO/MANUAL switch D to AUTO.
When you set the AUTO/MANUAL switch D to AUTO, other manual adjustments (iris, gain, shutter speed) also become automatic.
or fireworks Outdoor ([OUTDOOR]) Recording sunset/
sunrise, just after sunset or just before sunrise Under daylight color fluorescent lamps Under the lighting conditions that change in many ways, such as a party hall Under strong light such as in a photography studio Under sodium lamps or mercury lamps
Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile)

n Indoor ([INDOOR])

To save the adjusted white balance value in memory A or B
1 Set the white balance memory switch to A) or B ( B) in step 3 of A( Adjusting to natural color (White balance). 2 Capture a white subject, such as white paper, full-screen in the same lighting condition as the one in which the subject is. 3 Press (one push) button C. A or B starts flashing rapidly. It will stay on when the white balance adjustment is completed and the A or adjusted value is stored in B. You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [COLOR LEVEL] and [SHARPNESS]. Connect your camcorder to a TV or monitor, and adjust the picture quality while observing the picture on the TV or monitor screen. Picture quality settings for different recording conditions are stored in [PP1] through [PP6] as default settings.
When you set [x.v.Color] of the
(CAMERA SET) menu to [ON], the
picture profile will be disabled.
Picture profile number (setting name)

Recording condition

1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button B. 2 Select the PICTURE PROFILE number with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. 3 Select [SETTING] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. 4 Select an item to be adjusted with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. 5 Adjust the picture quality with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial A. 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to adjust other items. 7 Select [ RETURN] with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial A. 8 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. A picture profile indicator appears.
PP1 :USER PP2 :USER PP3 :PORTRAIT PP4 :CINEMA PP5 :SUNSET PP6 :MONOTONE
You can assign your own setting You can assign your own setting. Appropriate setting to record people Appropriate setting to record film-like pictures Appropriate setting to record sunset Appropriate setting to record monotone pictures

You cannot record an index signal on a recorded tape afterward.
6 Press the MENU button B to hide

the menu screen.

Shot transition is assigned to the ASSIGN 4, 5 and 6 buttons (p. 46). Cancel the shot transition assignment to return to the pre-setting assignment. To cancel the shot transition, select [SHOT TRANSITION] t [YES] in step 3.
Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review)
You can view about 2 seconds of the scene recorded just before you stopped the tape. This is convenient during playback of the latest scene check. Recording/Playback
Recording an index signal
If you record a scene with an index signal, you can easily find that scene during play back (p. 55). The index function will make it easier to check the transition of recording or edit your pictures using index signals.
1 Assign [REC REVIEW] to one of
the ASSIGN buttons. (p. 44).
2 Press the ASSIGN button to
which [REC REVIEW] is assigned during standby. The last 2 seconds (approx.) of the most recently recorded scene will be played back, then your camcorder returns to standby.
1 Assign [INDEX MARK] to one of
the ASSIGN buttons (p. 44).
which [INDEX MARK] is assigned. During recording appears for about 7 seconds and an index signal is recorded. During standby flashes. After you press the REC START/STOP appears button to start recording, for about 7 seconds and an index signal is recorded.
Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording (End search)
1 Assign [END SEARCH] to one of
Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons (Continued)
which [END SEARCH] is assigned. The last scene of the most recent recording will be played back for about 5 seconds, and the camcorder goes the standby at the point where the last recording has finished.
Using the Shot transition
You can store settings of focus, zoom, iris, gain, shutter speed and white balance, and smoothly shift from the current settings to the stored settings (shot transition). For example, you can shift the focus from closer objects to farther objects, or change the depth of field by adjusting the iris. You can also develop scenes under different conditions smoothly. If you store manually adjusted settings of white balance, you can smoothly shift from one scene to another under different conditions, such as from indoor to outdoor. Sony recommends that you use a tripod to avoid image blurring.

When you set this function to [ON], your camcorder detects high contrast images, such as backlit scenes, and automatically improves the unexposed images. The default setting is [ON].
When you set [BACK LIGHT] to [ON], [CNTRST ENHCR] is temporarily disabled.

B STANDARD

Reduces camera shakes at a standard level.
Reduces camera shakes at a low level. Slight unsteadiness remains in movies, which make the movies look as they are.
selected effect or recording to fade out with the selected effect. 2 Press the REC START/STOP button. The fader indicator stops flashing and disappears when the fading is complete.

WIDE CONV.

This is for use with wide conversion lenses (optional). It is the optimum setting for use with a Sony VCL-HG0872A wide conversion lens.
To cancel before starting the operation, select [OFF] in step 1. The setting will be cleared every time you press the REC START/STOP button.

STBY REC

Fading out

Fading in

AF ASSIST
When you set this function to [ON], you can temporarily focus manually using the focus ring during the auto focus adjustment. The default setting is [OFF].

WHITE FADER

BLACK FADER

HANDLE ZOOM

You can select the zoom speed for the FIX position of the handle zoom switch from [1] (slow) through [8] (fast). The default setting is [3].
This function is automatically set to [OFF] when you turn the power off and back on.

D.EXTENDER

When you set this function to [ON] ( ), the displayed image becomes 1.5 times larger. The image quality decreases because the image is digitally processed. This function helps you to focus on far-away subjects such as a wild bird away at a distance. The default setting is [OFF].
SMTH SLW REC (Smooth slow recording)
Fast moving subjects and actions, which cannot be captured under the general shooting conditions, can be shot in smooth moving slow-motion. This is useful to shoot fast actions such as a golf or tennis swing. Select [EXECUTE], and press the REC START/STOP button on the [SMTH SLW REC] screen. An approximately 6-second recording is stretched to about 24-seconds and recorded as a slow-motion movie. When [Recording.] disappears, recording is finished. To cancel [SMTH SLW REC], press the MENU button.
You can add visual effects to transition between scenes.
1 Select [WHITE FADER] or [BLACK FADER] during standby to fade in with the
After executing [SMTH SLW REC] with an ASSIGN button, you can also cancel [SMTH SLW REC] by pressing the ASSIGN button again. See page 44 for details on how to use the ASSIGN buttons. You can select the [SMTH SLW REC] settings suitable for your recording. x TIMING You can use this to select when recording starts in relation to when the REC START/ STOP button is pressed.

To cancel [INTERVAL REC], press the REC START/STOP button.
The operation of your camcorder differs depending on when you press the REC START/STOP button. If you press the button during [INTERVAL REC] recording, the recording temporarily stops. If you press it again, the [INTERVAL REC] recording restarts, If you press the button during [INTERVAL REC] interval, the [INTERVAL REC] recording stops and regular recording starts. If you press it again, regular recording stops. If you press the button once again, the [INTERVAL REC] recording restarts. To cancel the [INTERVAL REC] recording, select [ON/OFF] t [OFF] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
The recording time and interval time may differ slightly from the settings. If you focus manually, you can get sharp images even if the lighting changes. You can disable the beep during recording by setting [BEEP] to [OFF].
4 Move the subject and repeat step 3. b Notes
When you use frame recording continuously, the remaining tape time will not be indicated correctly. The last scene will be longer than other scenes. You cannot record index signals during frame recording. This function is automatically set to [OFF] when you turn the power off and back on.

SHOT TRANSITION

You can set [TRANS TIME] and [TRANS CURVE]. See page 46 for details on using the shot transition function. Using the Menu x TRANS TIME You can set the transition time between [3.5 sec] and [90.0 sec]. The default setting is [4.0 sec]. x TRANS CURVE You can select the transition curve. The characteristics of the transition curves are illustrated in the following graphs. *1: parameter level *2: time LINEAR
Make the transition linearly.

DV FRAME REC

You can record stop motion (or frame-byframe) animation movies. That type of animation uses a technique of changing the subject, such as a doll or a toy's positions and recording it at each different position while your camcorder sits still. Use the Remote Commander to reduce camera shakes. B OFF

Not use this function.

B SOFT STOP
Make the transition slowly at the end.
Records a movie by stop motion (or frameby-frame) technique. 1 Select [ON] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 2 Press the MENU button to hide the menu screen. 3 Press the REC START/STOP button. Your camcorder records a movie for about 6 frames and returns to standby.

SOFT TRANS

Make the transition slowly at the beginning and end, and linearly in between.
x TYPE Selects a type of the color bars.
You cannot change [TRANS TIME] and [TRANS CURVE] settings during store, check, or execution of [SHOT TRANSITION]. Cancel [SHOT TRANSITION] setting by pressing the ASSIGN 4 button several times before changing [TRANS TIME] or [TRANS CURVE] setting.

Disables the function.

Outputs the originally recorded sound mixed with the dubbed sound.
Enables the function. b Notes
This function is available only when you set the AUDIO LEVEL switch to MAN.
Outputs the dubbed sound only. b Notes
This function is not effective, when you play back a tape recorded with [DV AU.MODE] set to [16BIT]
Enables wind noise reduction.
Disables wind noise reduction.

(DISPLAY SET) menu

Display settings of the display and the viewfinder (MARKER/VF B.LIGHT/DISP OUTPUT, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 62 for details on selecting menu items. Press the MENU button t select the (DISPLAY SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. B OFF
Does not display a histogram.

NORMAL

Displays a histogram.

ADVANCE

Displays a histogram, and a bar that indicates an average of the brightness levels around the center of an image (within the marker) on the histogram. Average
You can display a zebra pattern as a guide for adjusting brightness. x ON/OFF
When you select [ON], and the brightness level appear on the screen. The zebra pattern will not be recorded on a tape or a Memory Stick Duo.
Darker Brighter Brightness z Tips
The left area on the graph shows the darker areas of the image while the right area shows the brighter areas. A vertical line that indicates the brightness level of [ZEBRA] will be displayed on the histogram when you set [ZEBRA] to [ON].

x LEVEL

You can select the brightness level between 70 and 100 or 100+. z Tips
The zebra pattern is a strip pattern displayed over a part of an image on the screen when the part is higher than a preset brightness level.

PEAKING

x ON/OFF When you select [ON], you can display an image on the screen with its details enhanced. This function helps you to adjust the focus. The default setting is [OFF]. x COLOR You can select the peaking color from [WHITE], [RED] and [YELLOW]. The default setting is [WHITE]. x LEVEL You can select a peaking sensitivity from [HIGH], [MIDDLE] and [LOW]. The default setting is [MIDDLE].

LANGUAGE

You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen.
Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]] (simplified English) in case that you cannot find your native tongue among the options.
4 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Profile name is changed.
x To delete camera profile settings
1 Select [DELETE] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 2 Select the camera profile you want to delete with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 3 Select [YES] on the check screen.

PB ZOOM (Playback zoom)

When you set this function to [ON], you can enlarge movie images about 1.1 to 5 times (still images about 1.5 to 5 times) with the handle zoom lever. The default setting is [OFF]. To end the zoom, press and hold the W side of the handle zoom lever until it stops.
To move the zoom horizontally, press the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial, then turn the dial. To move the zoom vertically, press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial one more time, then turn the dial.

ASSIGN BTN

See page 44.
You can select a function to assign to the PHOTO/EXPANDED FOCUS button. B PHOTO
Functions as the PHOTO button (p. 30).

QUICK REC

You can slightly reduce the recording start point time when resuming recording by changing the POWER switch from OFF (CHG) to CAMERA. B OFF
It takes some time to restart recording from the state that the drum has stopped rotating, but the transition from the last recorded scene is smooth.

EXP.FOCUS

Functions as the EXPANDED FOCUS button (p. 33). b Notes
If [EXP.FOCUS] is selected, you cannot record still images with the main unit button. Please use the PHOTO button on the Remote Commander.

CLOCK SET

See page 24.
The time shortens slightly until recording restarts from the state that the drum has stopped rotating, but the transition from the last recorded scene may not be smooth. Select this when you do not want to miss a recording chance. z Tips
When this function is set to [ON], the interval between scenes freezes for a moment (editing on your computer is recommended). When the camcorder is left in standby for more than about 3 minutes, your camcorder exits from standby (the drum stops rotating) to prevent tape wear and battery loss. Since the power does not turn off, you can restart recording by pressing the REC START/STOP button again.

The battery pack is not an InfoLITHIUM battery pack. Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack (p. 112). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camcorder securely (p. 18).

E:61:ss / E:62:ss

Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Inform them of the 5-digit code, which starts from E.
101-1001(Warning indicator pertaining to files)
The file is damaged. The file is unreadable (p. 112).
E (Battery level warning)
The battery pack is nearly used up. Depending on the operating, environment, or battery conditions, E may flash, even if there are approximately 5 to 10 minutes remaining.
% (Moisture condensation warning)
Eject the cassette, remove the power source, and then leave it for about 1 hour with the cassette lid open (p. 115).

C:06:ss

The battery pack is too hot. Replace the battery pack, or remove it and put it in a cool place.

C:21:ss

Moisture condensation has occurred. Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour, then reinsert the cassette (p. 115).
(Warning indicator pertaining to Memory Stick Duo)
A Memory Stick Duo is not inserted (p. 26).

C:22:ss

Clean the head using a cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 116).
(Warning indicators pertaining to Memory Stick Duo formatting)
The Memory Stick Duo is damaged. The Memory Stick Duo is not formatted correctly (p. 80, 111).

C:31:ss / C:32:ss

Symptoms that are not described above have occurred. Remove and insert the cassette, then operate your camcorder again. Do not perform this procedure if moisture condensation has occurred (p. 115). Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. Change the cassette. Press the RESET button (p. 124), and operate your camcorder again.
(Warning indicators pertaining to unsupported Memory Stick Duo)
A Memory Stick Duo that cannot be used in your camcorder is inserted (p. 111).

You need an HDV1080i compatible TV (or monitor) with a component jack and AUDIO/VIDEO input jack. You also need a component A/V cable (supplied) or an HDMI cable (optional).
Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc. Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, etc. Brazil Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay.
Viewing DV format pictures recorded in DV format
You need a TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO input jack. A connecting cable is also needed.
Simple setting of the clock by time difference
When you are abroad, you can easily adjust the clock to the local time by setting the time difference. Select [WORLD TIME], then set the time difference (p. 82).

PAL - M PAL - N SECAM

Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc.
Maintenance and precautions
HDV format and recording/ playback
Your camcorder is capable of recording in both HDV and DV formats. You can use mini DV format cassettes only. Use a cassette with the mark. Your camcorder is not compatible with the Cassette Memory function.

Copyright signal

x When you play back If the cassette you play back on your camcorder contains copyright signals, you cannot copy it to a tape in another video camera connected to your camcorder. x When you record You cannot record software on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software. [Cannot record due to copyright protection.] appears on the LCD screen, or on the viewfinder if you try to record such software. Your camcorder does not record copyright control signals on the tape when it records.
The HDV format is a video format developed to record and play back digital high definition (HD) video signals on a DV cassette. Your camcorder adopts the Interlace mode with 1,080 effective scan lines of screen ruling (1080i, number of pixels 1,440 1,080 dots). The video bit rate for recording is about 25 Mbps. i.LINK is adopted for the digital interface, enabling a digital connection with an HDV compatible TV or computer.
HDV signals are compressed in MPEG2 format, which is adopted in BS (broadcast satellite) digital, terrestrial digital HDTV broadcastings, in Blu-ray Disc recorders, etc.
x When not using your camcorder for a long time Remove the cassette and store it. x To prevent accidental erasure Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to set it to SAVE.
Your camcorder can play back pictures in both the DV format and HDV1080i specification. Your camcorder can play back pictures recorded in the HDV 720/30p format, but cannot output it from the HDV/DV interface (i.LINK).

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Identifying parts and controls
The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.

qh qg qf qd qs qa

HDV/DV jack (56)
B A/V Remote Connector (56) C HDMI OUT jack (56) D i (headphones) jack When you use headphones, the speaker on your camcorder is silent. E DC IN jack (18) F Remote sensor (back) (127) G Recording lamp (back) (28) The recording lamp flashes if the remaining tape or battery is low. H ASSIGN (4/5/6) buttons*(44) I Handle zoom lever (31) J REC START/STOP button (28) K PUSH (lens hood release) button (17) L LANC jack The LANC control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video device and peripherals connected to it. M POWER switch (21)
N Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely, and it may damage your camcorder. O REC START/STOP button (28) P BATT RELEASE (battery release) button (19) Q Battery pack (18)
* ASSIGN 5 button has a raised tactile dot for your convenience in locating the button.
Identifying parts and controls (Continued)

2 qs 3 qd 4 qf

A LCD screen (22)

ql qk qj qhqg

T Lens cover lever (17)
* Each of the PLAY button, VOLUME/ MEMORY button and MEMORY/INDEX button has a raised tactile dot. (The VOLUME/ MEMORY button has it on the + side.) Use it to identify the location of the buttons.
B Hook for the shoulder strap (125) C ZERO SET MEM button (54) D DATA CODE button (52) E Video control buttons (STOP/REW/ PLAY*/FF/PAUSE/REC/SLOW) (49) F VOLUME/MEMORY button* (50) G MEMORY/DELETE button (50) H MEMORY/INDEX button* (50) I MEMORY/PLAY button (50) J DISPLAY/BATT INFO button (52, 53) K RESET button If you press the RESET button, all settings including the clock setting (except the Picture profile and Camera profile settings) return to the default. L Viewfinder (22) M Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (22) N Viewfinder release lever (118) O OPEN/EJECT lever (26) P STATUS CHECK button (53) Q PICTURE PROFILE button (37) R MENU button (62) S SEL/PUSH EXEC dial (24)

HDR-FX1000) (

High Definition MiniDV HDV Handycam Camcorder

HDR-FX1000

High Definition MiniDV (HDV) Handycam Camcorder
Adding 1080-24p/30p Image Capture to the Sony HDV Family of Camcorders
The HDR-FX1000 HDV Camcorder
Since their sensational debut in 2004, Sony HDV camcorder products adopting the HDV 1080i specification have provided and continue to provide cost-effective HD program production. With high picture performance and superb functionality, Sony is trusted around the world for a wide range of HD applications. In line with its commitment to the HDV format, Sony introduces the HDR-FX1000 a stunning new model that extends the HDV line-up into the world of digital cinema and drama productions. The HDR-FX1000 offers 24p and 30p progressive scanning, in addition to 60i interlaced. The images captured at 24p are recorded on tape at a 60i field rate through means of 2:3 pull-down. In its compact, lightweight and ergonomically designed chassis, the HDR-FX1000 camcorder integrates advanced technologies such as the newly developed 1/3" ClearVid CMOS Sensors with Exmor derived technology imaging system - which is only made possible by Sonys industry-leading semiconductor technology and a stunning 29.5mm Wide-Angle to 590mm Telephoto (20x optical zoom) G-Lens. Such features enable operators to capture vibrant, highly detailed HDV images with an extreme level of mobility, ease of use and operational comfort suited for any shooting scenario. In addition to HDV 1080i recording and playback*, the camcorder also offers DV recording and playback capabilities. This bridge between HD and SD allows the camcorder to be used in any DV-compatible system, whether it uses the HDV, or DV format.

Table of Contents:

HDV Format Innovative Technologies Superior Optics Ultimate Viewing Operational Convenience Creative Versatility Creative Shooting Functions Professional Features Operational Versatility Other Convenient Functions Specifications 12
* HD viewing requires compatible HDTV and HDMI cable, both sold separately.

TECHNOLOGY

HDR-FX1000 High Definition MiniDV (HDV) Handycam Camcorder

HDV Format

From the outset, the HDV 1080i specification of the HDV format was developed to record stunning HD images with 1080 active scanning lines on DV cassette tapes. It adopts the MPEG-2 compression format, using 8-bit digital component recording at approximately 25 Mbps, which is the same data rate as the DV format, enabling a long recording time on compact DV cassettes. For example, more than 60 minutes of high-quality HD images can be recorded on a MiniDV cassette. As with the DV format, the HDV format allows an i.LINK2 connection to compatible nonlinear editors, enabling a cost-effective HD production system. The sheer volume of HDV 1080i professional and consumer equipment used around the world is a clear indication that HDV 1080i has become one of the most popular HD formats.

Superior Optics

G-Lens: 29.5mm Wide-Angle to 590mm (20x) Telephoto
The HDR-FX1000 is equipped with a 29.5mm wide-angle G-Lens made of an advanced 10-group, 15 element lens structure that includes compound aspheric lenses and Extra-low Dispersion glass, which reduces chromatic aberration caused by light refraction, to produce video with extremely low color fringing. This lens was designed for shooting situations ranging from broad landscape shots to conditions where sufficient distance from the subject is difficult to obtain. The 20x optical zoom (29.5mm-590mm: 35mm conversion) lets you zoom in to the subjects you cant get close to. The optical zoom takes maximum advantage of the lens performance, so image quality does not suffer even at a zoom ratio of 20x, allowing you the ability to reproduce the subjects impact. In addition, the digital extender increases the zoom ratio by approximately 1.5 throughout the range and up to approximately 30x at full zoom.

Superior low-light (1.5 LUX) shooting capabilities
The new G-lens affords a superior low-light ability with high sensitivity that enables clear shooting of subjects in light as low as 1.5 lux (at 1/30 fixed shutter speed with auto iris and auto gain). This allows you to capture sharp detail and brilliant colors even in less than perfect lighting, especially when additional external lighting cannot be used.

Innovative Technologies

3x 1/3" ClearVid CMOS Sensors with Exmor derived technology
Optical SteadyShot image stabilization
The Optical SteadyShot image stabilization system from Sony reduces blur caused by camera shake and vibration, so your images stay crisp and clear. This optical stabilization system achieves an even higher level of smoothness without the image degradation that can occur with some digital stabilization systems.
Enhanced Imaging Processor (EIP) Technology
This model also features a signal processing circuit, the Enhanced Imaging Processor (EIP), which uses Sonys unique image-processing technology. The EIP processor is able to rapidly process the vast amounts of pixel data read from the 3x 1/3" ClearVid CMOS Sensor and record beautiful HD and colorful video. The ClearVid CMOS Sensor has been developed using the most advanced technologies in the semiconductor industry. Combined use of the 3x 1/3" ClearVid CMOS Sensor imaging system and the EIP technology provides extremely high image quality with a smooth gradation and detailed image reproduction, enabled through a precise interpolation scheme, which concludes within each R, G and B channel. This allows a higher resolution for each R, G and B channel than is offered by equivalent-class camcorders that resort to spatial offset techniques to improve resolution. Unlike CCD sensors, there is no vertical smear in the ClearVid CMOS Sensor imaging system when shooting high-intensity subjects, further reducing shooting-condition constraints. * The HDV recording is in 1440 x 1080i and 4:2:0 color space.
The HDR-FX1000 features three 1/3" ClearVid CMOS Sensors, each having 1,120K total pixels which produces high-resolution 1920 x 1080 images (HDV captures 1440 x 1080) with rich and natural colors. The three independent CMOS sensors each handle one of the color elements red, green, blue (RGB) improving the color reproduction of video recordings. Dark scenes can be captured with low noise thanks to Exmor derived technology that features a new column A/D converter and dual noise reduction.

Optical 20x Lens and Optional 0.8x Wide Conversion Lens
The G-lens on the HDR-FX1000 features a 20x zoom function. Moreover, the built-in digital extender increases the zoom ratio by approximately 1.5 to approximately 30x. The optional VCL-HG0872X 0.8x wide conversion lens uses the bayonet mount system for instant attachment or detachment. Combining these lens features, operators can effortlessly capture close-up or wide-angle shots as their video production requires.
3x manual rings for superior control: zoom, focus and IRIS
The HDR-FX1000 has three independent manual rings (zoom, focus and IRIS) for superior control and flexibility while filming which make it easier to promptly make adjustments to meet shooting needs. The IRIS ring allows you to adjust the aperture to attain optimal brightness and express beautiful depth of field shots, highlighting a subject while blurring a foreground or background. Exposure can also be assigned to the IRIS ring enabling the camera to automatically select the optimal IRIS, gain or shutter speed, seamlessly enabling adjustment of exposure.

ClearVid CMOS Sensor

Large pixel size Unique 45angle pixel layout
Sensor resolution has been optimized and the photosensitive surface area has been maximized thanks to the unique grid arrangement of the photo diode sensors, in which each is rotated by 45 degrees.

Ultimate Viewing

3.2" Xtra Fine LCD display1 (921K pixels)
The 3.2" Wide1 (16:9) Xtra Fine LCD screen displays sharp, bright, vivid images, letting you compose a shot more easily - even outdoors, while enabling you to change settings to best represent the scene. With 921K pixels resolution and a wide viewing angle, the Xtra Fine LCD screen1 is like having a HDTV built into your camcorder.
0.45" Xtra Fine View Finder
This camcorder features a high-resolution 0.45" Xtra Fine (1,227K pixels) View Finder that offers extra clear visibility.

Square Layout

ClearVid CMOS Sensor Pixel Distribution

OPERATIONAL CONVENIENCE

On-Handle Zoom Lever and Record Start/Stop Button
In order to facilitate zoom control and recording operations during low-angle shooting, an additional zoom lever and a record start/stop button is available. Fixed speed zoom and VAR mode are also available on this On-Handle Zoom feature.

Compact and Lightweight Design
The HDR-FX1000 is designed to be very compact and lightweight, for a high level of mobility in the field. It weighs approximately 4 lb 9 oz (2.1kg)3 with Lens hood and Lens cover.

Carrying Handle

A large space is offered on the bottom of the HDR-FX1000s handle for secure carrying of the camcorder, even when wearing gloves.
0.45" Xtra Fine View Finder with Supplied Large-size Eye Cup
The HDR-FX1000 features a high-resolution 0.45" Xtra Fine (approximately 1,227K pixels) (852 x 3[RGB] x 480) View Finder that offers extra clear visibility in wide-screen aspect ratio of 16:9. In addition to a standard-size eye cup, a large-size eye cup is also supplied. This can be attached to the standard-size eye cup to provide superb light-blocking capability, easy focusing, and more comfortable use of the viewfinder.

Ergonomic Design

The design of the HDR-FX1000 is based on years of Sony experience in camera ergonomics and provides ease of use and operational comfort.
3x Built-in Neutral Density (ND) Filters
Gain more color control in extreme settings with three built-in ND filters for adjusting the amount of light entering the Image Sensor through the lens. Depending on shooting conditions, the operator can choose from Clear, 1/4, 1/16, or 1/64 filters. In strong, glaring sunlight these filters give users more flexibility in choosing the shutter speed and aperture for superior creative control.

Side Grip

The side grip is located near the HDR-FX1000 camcorders center of gravity. By tilting it to the front by approximately 10 degrees, it lightens the load on the operators wrist during shooting.

Six Assign Buttons

This feature allows you to assign features you use often to shortcut buttons. The commonly used features can be used quickly without going through a menu selection (default: Zebra, AE Shift and Record Review). Features that can be assigned: Extended Focus / Digital Extender (approximately 30x) / IRIS Ring Rotate Direction / AE Shift / Index Mark / SteadyShot / Back Light / Spotlight / Fader / Smooth Slow Rec / Color Bar / Rec Review / End Search / Zebra / Marker / Peaking / Pict. Profile / Shot Transition.

3x Manual Rings for Superior Control: Zoom, Focus, and IRIS Filters

Video Connectors

Video connectors such as i.LINK2, analog component output, and multi-AV output connectors are located on the right side of the HDR-FX1000s rear panel where they do not get in the way of camera operations during shooting.
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Output Connector
The HDMI output connector transfers non-compressed, high definition digital video and audio signals from and to the HDR-FX1000 and other HDMI-equipped devices, such as consumer HDTV monitors, via a single cable (cable sold separately).
Manual/Auto Setting Switches
Gain, shutter speed, white balance and menu buttons are located on the left side of the HDR-FX1000 for convenient access during shooting.

Audio Level Dial

The audio level dial is located on the side of the HDR-FX1000 where it is easy to adjust. The audio level can easily be switched between manual and auto modes.

One-push AF Button

The one-push auto focus button, which is used for temporary auto focus adjustments, make it easy to attain focus when in manual mode.

Marker

When shooting in 16:9 aspect ratio mode, markers such as center marker and Guide Frame can be displayed on the HDR-FX1000s LCD monitor and viewfinder, allowing scenes to be captured to match the aspect ratio of the edited master.
Creative Versatility IDEAL FOR CINEMA & DRAMA PRODUCTIONS
Progressive Shooting Capability Including 24p with 2:3 Pull-down and 30p
The 24p (progressive scan) images captured with the HDR-FX1000 are recorded using a method that allows them to be viewed on existing Sony HDV (60i) devices. Recordings made in this mode can also be edited as typical 60i material. The 24 mode should be selected when a 24p film-like look is desired on 60i material. In this case, there are no interruptions in the time code or video between recordings. Recordings made in this mode can be edited as typical 60i material. The 24p progressive scan signals are recorded to tape as 60i through means of 2:3 Pull-down. A 30p signal is recorded as a 60i signal by dividing each frame into two fields. This approach allows 24p and 30p progressive footage to be played back or fed to an editing suite seamlessly at 60i.
Creative Shooting Functions

Shot Transition function

The Shot Transition function allows for smooth automatic scene transitions. After an operator has programmed a shots start and end settings (e.g., for zoom, focus, iris, gain, shutter speed and white balance) and pressed the start button, a smooth transition takes place over the duration of the shot (3.5 seconds to 90 seconds) by automatically calculating intermediate setting values. This is very useful when complex camera settings are required during the scene transition for example, when panning the camcorder from a distant subject to a close subject. Three Shot Transitions are available; Linear makes a linear transition from start to end, Soft Stop makes a linear transition from the start with a slow transition near the end, Soft Transition makes the transition slow at the start and at the end and linearly in-between.

Cinematone Gamma and Cinematone Color
Users seeking extra control over image expression can use Cinematone Gamma technology to deepen the color and Cinematone Color to recreate film-like color tones. Cinematone Gamma allows operators to quickly set up and load a gamma curve with similar contrast characteristics to a film gamma curve. The Cinematone Gamma 1 setting creates natural halftones with more film-like quality than standard video gamma. The slope of the gamma curve in dark areas is suppressed, creating a deep black tone, while the middle tone to highlight areas maintain detailed contrast. The Cinematone Gamma 2 setting suppresses the dark areas even further, creating a deeper black reproduction.

Interval Recording

Interval recording is a unique function that records signals at pre-determined intervals (0.5, 1, 5 or 10 minutes). This is ideal for recording subjects over long periods, such as the movement of clouds or the blossoming of flowers.

Smooth Slow Record

The Smooth Slow Record function enables clean slow-motion playback by capturing images at 4x the normal field rate (240 fields/s). Smooth Slow Record allows you to capture 6 seconds of fast motion which will play video back in 24 seconds. This video will be stored in the built-in buffer memory, then recorded to tape (in either HDV or DV format) as slow-motion pictures. Using the built-in buffer memory, shots can be set to start 6 sec. before, 6 sec. after or 3 seconds before record has been activated. Smooth Slow Record function can be activated by the record button or an audio trigger. This is particularly useful for difficult shots that can be simplified by starting record with an audio cue. For example; recording your own golf swing can be triggered by setting the camcorder on a tripod and triggering the record start by a simple noise, like calling out Action.

24p Mode (2:3 Pull-down)

Output (%)

24p Capturing

Gamma Characteristics
3.5 seconds to 90 seconds

Transition

Normal

Shot B

60i Recording

30p Mode

Shot A

Shot A time

LINEAR

Input (%)

Normal Gamma Cinamatone Gamma Type1 Cinamatone Gamma Type2
Makes a linear transition.
In addition, Cinematone Color function has been developed based on a thorough analysis of the color tone of cinema film. The Cinematone Color function provides cinematic color for deep-color and high-contrast images approaching cinema film. In combination with the Cinematone Gamma function, more cinema-like images can be captured.

SOFT STOP

Makes the transition slow at the end.

SOFT TRANSITION

Makes the transition slow at the beginning and end, and linearly in between.
Cinematone Color Off (Original Color)
Cinematone Color On (Film-like Color)
TECHNOLOGY HDR-FX1000 SECTION TITLE Other Info High Definition MiniDV (HDV) Handycam

Camcorder

Professional Features
Switchable Recording and Playback HDV 1080i/DV
The HDR-FX1000 can switch between HDV 1080i and DV recording, providing the full flexibility to record in either standard or high definition format according to different production needs.
Other Convenient Functions
Minus Auto Gain Control (Minus AGC)
When shooting in overly bright conditions, this feature enables the selection of gain settings in the negative range for satisfying results with minimal noise.

Color Bar

Four types of Color Bars are available for use. These are convenient for color adjustment when playing back images on a TV or monitor.
Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot
Capture still images directly onto Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately) for easy transfer to compatible PCs for emailing,

Peaking

This feature emphasizes the screens edge in the LCD and viewfinder, making it easier to adjust the focus. You can change the peaking color to white, red or yellow, according to the color of the subject, and you can also set the peaking level to high, medium, or low. This feature is handy when shooting with manual focus, because it makes it easy to tell where the focus is currently.
16:9 Wide-screen Acquisition in DV Formats
When recording in DV formats, standard definition images can be captured by the HDR-FX1000 in either 16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratio.
printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices (sold separately). Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot captures still images directly onto Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately) for easy reference to scenes. Memory Stick PRO Duo media also allows you to save frequently used settings and share saved settings with other HDR-FX1000 camcorders for easy setup.

Stereo Audio Input

The HDR-FX1000 has a single mini stereo audio input connector for connecting external microphones (sold separately). Easy audio-level adjustments can be made from a dial on the side of the camcorder.

Zebra display

While you are shooting, you can add a striped pattern to bright areas of the video image and display it in the LCD and viewfinder. You can use this as a rough guide for adjusting brightness and help to prevent blocked highlights.

Multi-Language Menu

Change the menu display from English to English (Simplified), Canadian French, Latin American Spanish, or Brazilian Portuguese.

Operational Versatility

Picture Profile Feature
Up to six different picture-tonal settings can be saved in the memory with custom 12-character names as picture profiles on the HDR-FX1000 and displayed on the LCD monitor at the touch of a button. This allows operators to easily call up customized picture-tonal settings to suit particular shooting conditions, rather than having to readjust the camera each time. The factory default setting includes six pre-loaded picture profiles for typical shooting conditions.
To enhance viewing enjoyment, users can create transitions between scenes by using the White fader or Black fader to fade images in and out.

Rec Review

At the touch of a button, the video and audio of the last shot taken by the HDR-FX1000 can be instantly played back on the LCD monitor. This is achieved without even having to switch from Camera mode to VTR mode. After playback, the tape is automatically cued up to the end of the last shot to continue back space editing. These features allow operators to seamlessly shoot and review material.

x.v.Color technology

x.v.Color technology can capture or display nearly twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors than possible with the traditional RGB color standard. This provides a more accurate and vivid color range, for a more natural, lifelike overall experience.
Center Marker/Guide-frame
The LCD and viewfinder feature a Center Marker that lets users identify the center of the screen at a glance. Users can also display a Guide-frame grid on the screen that simplifies the vertical and horizontal alignment of shots.

Assign Buttons

Playback Zoom
Using the playback zoom function of the HDR-FX1000, a selected area of the recorded HD images can be enlarged and played back on the LCD monitor and viewfinder allowing operators to perform a detailed evaluation of the material. These enlarged images can also be output in SD format via the i.LINK2 and analog connectors, allowing operators to cut out parts of the HD image and use them as SD material.

Histogram display

When the histogram feature is turned on, a graph of the images brightness distribution appears. This gives you an objective determination of whether the video image as a whole is bright or dim. This makes it a handy guideline for brightness adjustment. You can adjust the cameras brightness and AE shift while checking this display.

Specifications

General
Imaging Device Technology Processor Imager Pixel Gross Size 1/3" ClearVid CMOS sensor Exmor derived technology EIP (Enhanced Imaging Processor) 3x 1,120K each (Red, Green, Blue)

Inputs & Outputs

Audio/Video Remote Terminal Analog Audio/Video Output(s) LANC Terminal Digital Audio/Video Output(s) i.LINK2 Interface G-Lens 29.5 - 590mm 36.1 - 722mm F1.6-3.4 72mm (G-Lens) 4.1 - 82mm Full Range Auto, Manual (Ring), One Push Auto 1/4 - 1/10000 (60i/30p) 1/3 - 1/10000 (24p) 1.5 lux (at 1/30 fixed shutter speed with auto iris and auto gain) 20x 30x approx. (When Digital Extender ON) 3x 1,037K each (Red, Green, Blue) 3x 778K each (Red, Green, Blue) 1080/60i, 1080/24p, 1080/30p NTSC color, EIA standards HD: HDV (MPEG2) / SD: DV (AVI) HDV / MiniDV SP: 60min/80min., LP (DV only): 90min/120min. HD: HDV (MPEG1 Audio Layer II) / SD: DV (12/16 bit PCM Digital Stereo) Built-in Stereo Microphone 1,440810 (16:9) 1,080810 (4:3) 1.2 megapixel Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately) 3.2" Xtra Fine LCD (16:9) LCD display1 (921K pixels) 0.45" Xtra Fine (16:9) Wide1 LCD (1,227K pixels) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s) S-Video Output(s) HDMI Connection Output(s) Headphone Jack Microphone Input Active Interface Shoe Component/ Video/ S Video/ Audio Multi AV (video/audio out) Yes (Stereo Mini) Yes (via i.LINK2) Yes (4pin) Yes (via multi AV) Yes (via multi AV) Yes Yes Yes Cold Shoe

Optics and Lens

Lens Type 35mm Equivalent 16:9 35mm Equivalent 4:3 Aperture Filter Diameter (mm) Focal Distance (mm) Focus System Shutter Speed Minimum Illumination Optical Zoom Digital Zoom

Convenience Features

Image Stabilization x.v.Color White Balance Fader Effects Picture Profile Scene Selection Mode(s) Still Image Mode(s) Multiple Language Display Smooth Slow Record Optical SteadyShot image stabilization (Active Lens System) Yes Auto / outdoor / indoor / One-push (A/B) Black, White Yes (up to 6 picture profiles) Picture Profile (up to 6 pre-set conditions) JPEG Yes Yes (6 sec. at 240fps NTSC)
Video Effective 16:9 Video Effective 4:3 Video Resolution (Movie Quality) Video Signal System Video Format(s) Supported Media Type Record Time
Power Consumption Supplied Battery Type Power Requirements 6.5W InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery (NP-F570) 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)

Audio Recording Format Microphone
Dimensions (Approx.) Weight (Approx.) 6 3/4 x 7 x 13 7/8 inch (349mm)3 including protrusions w/o gripbelt 4 lb 9 oz (2.1kg) w/ Lens hood with lens cover3
Still Effective 16:9 Still Effective 4:3 Still Picture Resolution Media Type

Supplied Accessories

AC Adaptor AV Connecting Cable Rechargeable Battery Pack Remote Commander Component Video Cable Lens Hood AC-L100 Yes InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery (NP-F570) Wireless Remote Commander Remote Control (RMT-831) Yes Lens hood with lens cover Operation Manual

Display

Display View Finder

Hardware

Memory Stick Slot Manual / Auto Lens Cover S/S & Zoom Button On Handle Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot Manual Yes (Zoom Seesaw/ Ring/ Handle seesaw)

Service

Warranty information 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor
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