HDR-HC5

High Definition

PRELIM NEW

Step-up New
Switch between HD & SD modes to capture video in high definition or standard definition on a MiniDV cassette. 10x optical/80x digital zoom keeps everything closes and clear with a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens. And the Dual Record Mode allows for the capture of still images at the same time as filming video.
2.1 Megapixel (Gross) ClearVid CMOS Sensor 1/3" ClearVid CMOS Sensor provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (1080 lines of resolution - HD Mode or 530 lines of horizontal resolution - SD Mode) and still image performance (4.0 Megapixel). Unlike traditional CCD Imagers, CMOS Sensors require less power, providing better battery performance. Switchable HD/DV Format Recording The HDR-HC5 is capable of recording and playing back both High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) video recorded on a standard MiniDV cassette. Real-Time HD Codec Engine Sony developed a Real Time MPEG Encode/Decode system with reduced energy consumption and compact size to fit inside a personal camcorder. This engine provides efficient MPEG2 compression, and recording and playback of clear HD images at the same bit rate of the DV format, so that High Definition video can be recorded on the same MiniDV cassettes as are used for SD recording. x.v. Color x.v.Color can capture or display nearly twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors than currently possible. This provides a more accurate and vivid color range, for a more natural, lifelike overall experience. 10X Optical / 80XDigital 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 zoom. Professional Quality Carl ZeissVarioSonnarT* 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 perfectg renditions of subtle tones. The additional T* coating on the lens further reduces unwanted glare and flare. 2.7" Wide (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus Display (211K Pixels)4 The 2.7" Wide (16:9) LCD screen provides excellent viewing clarity with imporoved resoltuion. The 211K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback, and the widescreen format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier. Smooth Slow Record By increasing the record rate from 60 fields per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3 seconds allowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. This is great for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. In addition, record an audio track to narrate what is being seen in the video. Memory Stick Duo Media Slot3 Capture still images up to 2304x1728 resolution, directly onto Memory Stick Duo Media for easy trasfer to PCs for emailing, printing or shairing with other compatible Memory Stick media compatible devices. Dual Record While recording video in High Definition you have the ability to capture a 2.3 Megapixel still image directly to Memory Stick Duo media. Super SteadyShotImage 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. Cinematic Mode Perfect for creating your own movie masterpieces, the HDR-HC5 Cinematic mode lends 24 frame film-like effect to your recordings. i.LINKInterface (IEEE1394)2 A high speed bi-directional digital video/audio communication between two compatible devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface, including camcorders, digital VCRs, and PCs. 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. Active Interface Shoe Provides a location directly on the camcorder on which to add optional accessories while providing power and twoway communication to those accessories. ADDITIONAL FEATURES Built-in Intelligent Flash Super NightShot Infrared System Scene Selection Modes Fader Effects Picture Effects InfoLithium Battery with AccuPower Meter System Multi-Language Menu One Touch Wide Angle Shooting Easy Handycam On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons Manual Focus

Specifications

General
Imaging Device: 1/3" 2100K Gross Pixels ClearVid CMOS Sensor Pixel Gross: 2100K Recording Media: MiniDV Cassette, Memory Stick Duo Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Recording and Playback Times: High Definition: 60 minutes; Standard Definition: SP=60 min., LP=90 min. Video Actual: 1430K Pixels (16:9), 1080K Pixels (4:3) Still Actual: 1490K Pixels (16:9), 1990K Pixels (4:3)
Microphone: Yes (Built-in; Stereo)

Optics/Lens

35mm Equivalent: 41.3-485mm (16:9 Camera Mode), 50.5-594mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 40.4-404mm (16:9 Memory Mode), 37-370mm (4:3 Memory Mode) Aperture: f1.8-2.9 Exposure: Touch Panel (24 steps) Filter Diameter: 37mm Focal Distance: 5.1-51mm; Telemacro - 370mm Focus: Full Range Auto/Manual (Dial, Touch Panel) Progressive Shutter Mode: N/A Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/2 - 1/500 (Scene Selection Mode) Optical Zoom: 10X Digital Zoom: 80X Resolution: 2MP

Convenience

USB Streaming: N/A SteadyShot Image Stabilization: Yes (Super; Electronic) Accessory Shoe: Yes, Active Interface Shoe White Balance: Auto/Outdoor/Indoor/One Push Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 4GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function. Still Image Mode(s): JPEG Minimum Illumination: 2 Lux (0 Lux with Super NightShot Infrared System) Low Light Capability: Super NightShot system
Power Consumption: 3.9/4.2W - HD; 3.6W/3.9W - DV (VF/LCD) Battery Type: InfoLithium with AccuPower Meter System (NP-FH60)
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty: 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Software

Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browser ver. 2.0

Convenience Features

Easy Operation: Yes Fader Effects: Black, Monotone, Mosaic, White Multiple Language Display: Yes Slide Show Mode: Yes Titling: N/A Light/Flash: Yes Scene Mode(s): Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, and Sunrise & Sunset. Picture Effect(s): Monotone, Mosaic, Negative Art, Pastel, Sepia, Skin Tone, Solarization Digital Picture Effect(s): Cinematic Effect, Flash Motion, Old Movie, Still, Trail PictBridge Compatible: Yes

Analog-to-Digital Converter: N/A Format(s) Supported: HDV 1080i and MiniDV

Dimensions

Weight: 1 lb. 5 oz. (600g) with tape and battery Measurements: 3 1/4" x 3 1/4" x 5 3/8" (82 x 82 x 134mmn)

Supplied Accessories

Power Adaptor/ In Camera Charger (AC-L200) InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery (NP-FH60) Wireless Remote Commander Remote Control (RMT831) A/V Cable Component Video Cable USB Cable i.LINK Cable (VMC-IL4415)2 Enjoy Handycam Video

Inputs and Outputs

LANC Terminal: Yes (Stereo Mini) Analog Audio/Video Input(s): N/A Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (Multi A/V) Digital Audio/Video Input(s): Yes (via i.LINK)2 Digital Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (via i.LINK)2 USB Port(s): Yes (1.1 compliant) i.LINK Interface: Yes Headphone Jack: N/A Microphone Input: N/A Remote Jack: N/A S-Video Input(s): N/A S-Video Output(s): Yes (via optional accessory) HDMI Connection Output(s): Yes

Optional Accessories

Professional MiniDV Cassette for High Definition Recording (DVM-63HD) High Grade Component Cable (VMC-30FR) UPC Code: 027242701472
1. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions. Designed for use with compatible Sony InfoLithium batteries. 2. 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. 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 MB's is: 8=7.5, 16=15, 32=30, 64=61, 128=123, 256=220, 512=460, 1GB=940MB, 2GB=1.85GB, 4GB=3.66GB 4. Viewable area measured diagonally 2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Clear Photo, ClearVid, Handycam, i.LINK, InfoLithium, like.no.other, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, NightShot, Remote Commander and SteadyShot are trademarks of Sony. Carl Zeiss and Vario-Sonnar are trademarks of Carl Zeiss. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary. Screen Images Simulated

Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): Yes

Hardware

LCD: 2.7" (211K Pixels) Wide (16:9) Touch Panel Clear Photo plus LCD Display4 Lens Type: Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Viewfinder: Wide (16:9), Color (123K Pixels) Docking Station: N/A
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Last Updated: 12/20/2006

Step 3: Turning the power on and setting the date and time
Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. Getting Started
POWER switch Touch the button on the LCD screen.
1 While pressing the green button,
slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the respective lamp. CAMERA-TAPE: To record on a tape. CAMERA-MEMORY: To record on a Memory Stick Duo. PLAY/EDIT: To play or edit pictures. The [CLOCK SET] screen appears.

CLOCK SET

DA TE 2007 Y JAN M

12: 00 AM

2 Set [Y] (year) with

touch.

, then
You can set any year up to the year 2079.
Step 3: Turning the power on and setting the date and time (Continued)
3 Set [M] (month), then touch
and repeat for [D] (day), hour and minute. For midnight, set it to 12:00 AM. For midday, set it to 12:00 PM. The clock starts.
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Touch t [MENU] t (TIME/ LANGU.) t [LANGUAGE], then select the desired language.

To turn off the power

Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
To reset the date and time
You can set the desired date and time by touching t [MENU] t (TIME/LANGU.) t [CLOCK SET] (p. 40).
If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (p. 100). At the time of purchase, the power is set to turn off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any operation attempted for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 62).
The date and time are not displayed while recording, but they are automatically recorded on the tape, and can be displayed during playback (see page 61 for [DATA CODE] (During Easy Handycam operation, you can set only [DATE/TIME])). The lens cover opens automatically when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERA-MEMORY. If the buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly, adjust the touch panel (CALIBRATION) (p. 99).
Step 4: Making setting adjustments before recording

The LCD panel

Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2).

180 degrees (max.)

The viewfinder
You can view pictures using the viewfinder to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the picture seen on the LCD screen is poor.

DISPLAY/BATT INFO

facing outwards, then press.
Push the center of the back of the cassette lightly. Window Cassette compartment
1 Open the LCD panel. 2 Insert the Memory Stick Duo
into the Memory Stick Duo slot in the right direction until it clicks.

Access lamp

The cassette compartment automatically slides back in.
To eject a Memory Stick Duo
Lightly push the Memory Stick Duo in once.
When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not shake or knock your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the Memory Stick Duo, or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may be damaged. If you force the Memory Stick Duo into the slot in the wrong direction, the Memory Stick Duo, the Memory Stick Duo slot, or image data may be damaged. When inserting or ejecting the Memory Stick Duo, be careful that the Memory Stick Duo does not pop out and drop.
Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam)
With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automatically optimally adjusted, which frees you from detailed adjustments. The screen font size increases for easy viewing.
E If the POWER switch is set to A
OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button.

D F B C

Movies

Still images

1 Slide the POWER
switch E to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp.
switch E to turn on the CAMERAMEMORY lamp.

2 Press EASY C.

appears on the screen A.
3 Press START/STOP F or B to

start recording.

60min EASY
3 Press PHOTO D to record.*

GUIDE MENU GUIDE MENU

[STBY] t [REC]
To stop recording, press F or B again.
Flashing t Lit Press and hold lightly Press fully to record. to adjust the focus.
* Still images are recorded in [FINE] quality on a Memory Stick Duo.
Playing back movies/still images
Slide the POWER switch E to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. Touch the buttons on the touch panel A as follows.
Touch to rewind, then touch to start playback.
Touch t / to select a picture.
A Stop B Play/Pause toggles C Rewind/Fast forward
A GUIDE (p. 32) B Tape playback C Previous/Next D Delete (p. 70)
x To cancel Easy Handycam operation
Press EASY C again. disappears from the screen.
x Adjustable menu settings during Easy Handycam operation

Recording in mirror mode

Recording in dark places (NightShot)

Infrared port

Set the NIGHTSHOT switch to ON ( and [NIGHTSHOT] appear).
The NightShot and Super NightShot functions use infrared light. Therefore, do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects and remove the conversion lens (optional).
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2).
A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the picture will be normal when recorded.

Playback

Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.

Playing movies

Touch to rewind to the desired scene, then touch playback.
Toggles Play or Pause as you touch*

60min 60min

to start

Stop**

Rewind/Fast forward
* Playback automatically stops if pause is engaged for more than 3 minutes. ** is displayed instead of when a Memory Stick Duo with recorded images is inserted and a tape is not being played.
To adjust the sound volume
If you cannot find [VOLUME] in , touch [MENU] t (STANDARD SET) t [VOLUME] (p. 59). For HDR-HC7: You can also adjust the volume with the CAM CTRL dial (p. 27).

t [VOLUME], then

to adjust the volume.
To search for a scene during playback
Touch and hold / during playback (Picture Search), or forwarding or rewinding the tape (Skip Scan).
You can play back in various modes ([ VAR.SPD PB], p. 56). Continued ,

while fast

Playback (Continued)

Viewing still images

Touch.

60min 60 min 10/10

MEMORY PLAY
The most recently recorded image is displayed.
Switches the playback media* Previous/Next
* is displayed on the tape playback screen.
Go to the index screen display
To display pictures on a Memory Stick Duo on the Index screen
Touch. Touch one of the pictures to back to the single display mode.
A Previous/Next 6 pictures B The picture displayed before switching to the index screen
To view pictures in other folders, touch / , then touch (p. 52).
t [PB FOLDER], select a folder with

Using PB zoom

You can magnify images from about 1.1 to 5 times (from about 1.5 to 5 times in still images) the original size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD panel.

The last scene of the most recent recording is played back for about 5 seconds, and the camcorder enters the standby mode at the point where the last recording has finished.
Searching quickly for a desired scene (Zero set memory)
Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp, then operate the Remote Commander.
END SEARCH will not work correctly when there is a blank section between recorded sections on the tape.
You can also select [END SEARCH] from the menu. When the PLAY/EDIT lamp lights up, select the [END SEARCH] short-cut in Personal Menu (p. 40).
mREW PLAY STOP DISPLAY ZERO SET MEMORY
Searching for the starting point (Continued)
1 During playback, press ZERO
SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander at a point you want to locate later on. The tape counter is reset to 0:00:00 and appears on the screen.

60min 0:00:00

Zero set memory will not function correctly if there is a blank section between recorded sections on the tape.
Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search)
Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. You can locate the point where the recording date changes.

SEARCH M./> STOP

If the tape counter is not displayed, press DISPLAY.
2 Press STOP when you want to

stop playback.

3 Press mREW.
The tape stops automatically when the tape counter reaches 0:00:00. The tape counter returns to the time code display, and the zero set memory display disappears.
1 Press SEARCH M. on the Remote

Commander.

2 Press.(Previous)/>(Next) to

select a recording date.

60 min 0:00:00:min

4 Press PLAY.

Playback starts from the point designated 0:00:00 on the tape counter.

DATE -01 SEARCH GUIDE

To cancel the operation
Press ZERO SET MEMORY again before rewinding.
There may be a discrepancy of several seconds between the time code and the tape counter.

Press STOP.

The Date search will not function correctly when there is a blank section between recorded sections on the tape.
Playing the picture on a TV
Connection methods and image quality differ depending on what type of TV is connected and connectors used. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 14). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected.
Make all menu settings on your camcorder before connecting. The TV may not recognize the video signal properly if the [VCR HDV/DV] or [i.LINK CONV] setting is changed after the TV and your camcorder were connected with an i.LINK cable. Pictures recorded in the DV format are played back as SD (standard definition) images regardless of the connection. When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] to play back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV (p. 49). Some settings may need to be adjusted on the TV when playing back.

Menu items

Available menu items (z) vary depending on which lamp is lit. During Easy Handycam operation, the setting is set automatically as shown in the following list.
Position of lamp: TAPE MEMORY PLAY/EDIT Easy Handycam

CAMERA SET menu (p. 43)

SCENE SELECT SPOT METER EXPOSURE WHITE BAL. SHARPNESS SHUTTR SPEED*4 AUTOSLW SHTR AE SHIFT CAMERA COLOR WB SHIFT SPOT FOCUS FOCUS TELE MACRO FLASH SET SUPER NS NS LIGHT COLOR SLOW S ZEBRA HISTOGRAM SELF-TIMER DIGITAL ZOOM STEADYSHOT CONV.LENS DIAL SET*4 X.V.COLOR z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z*4 z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO ON OFF AUTO AUTO OFF *1/OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF z*2 OFF ON *1 *1 FINE/z*1 z *1 *1 *1 OFF OFF OFF OFF

MEMORY SET menu (p. 50)

STILL SET ALL ERASE FORMAT FILE NO. NEW FOLDER REC FOLDER PB FOLDER

PICT.APPLI. menu (p. 53)

FADER INT.REC-STL SLIDE SHOW D.EFFECT PICT.EFFECT SMTH SLW REC

Menu items (Continued)

PictBridge PRINT USB SELECT DEMO MODE
z z z z z*4 z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z
z*4 z z z z z z z z z z z z z z
z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z
ON AUTO z*1 SP*1/16:9 *1/ WIDE*1/ *1 z*1*3 AUTO /NORMAL/ / NORMAL 1080i/480i*1 OFF*1 16:9*1 z OFF OFF z AUTO ON ON z*1 LCD PANEL NORMAL*1 5min OFF z*1 *1 *1

EDIT/PLAY menu (p. 56)

VAR.SPD PB REC CTRL END SEARCH
STANDARD SET menu (p. 57)
VCR HDV/DV REC FORMAT DV SET VOLUME MIC LEVEL*4 LCD/VF SET COMPONENT i.LINK CONV TV TYPE DISP GUIDE STATUS CHECK GUIDEFRAME COLOR BAR*4 DATA CODE REMAINING REMOTE CTRL REC LAMP BEEP DISP OUTPUT MENU ROTATE A.SHUT OFF CALIBRATION QUICK REC

TIME/LANGU. menu (p. 63)

CLOCK SET WORLD TIME LANGUAGE
*1 The setting value before entering Easy Handycam operation will be retained. *2 Cannot be operated in the CAMERA-TAPE mode. *3 Available only when the POWER switch is set to PLAY/EDIT. *4 HDR-HC7

CAMERA SET menu

Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions FIREWORKS* ( The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 40 for details on selecting menu items. )

Select to record all the splendor of fireworks.

SCENE SELECT

You can record pictures effectively in various situations with the [SCENE SELECT] function. B AUTO
Select to automatically record pictures effectively without the [SCENE SELECT] function.

LANDSCAPE* (

Select to shoot distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows between the camcorder and the subject.

TWILIGHT* (

PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) (
Select to maintain the darkening atmosphere of the distant surroundings in twilight scenes.
Select to bring out the subject such as people or flowers while creating a soft background.
TWILIT PORTRT (Twilight portrait) (

SPOTLIGHT** (

Select to photograph people and background using the flash when recording still images.
Select to prevent peoples faces from appearing excessively white when subjects are lit by strong light.

CANDLE ( )

Select to maintain the dim atmosphere of a candlelit scene.

BEACH** (

Select to prevent peoples faces from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light, such as at a beach in midsummer.
SUNRSE SUNSET (Sunrise and sunset)* ( )
Select to maintain the atmosphere of situations such as sunsets and sunrises.

SNOW** (

Select this when shooting in very bright, white conditions, such as on a ski slope; otherwise picture may appear too dark.
CAMERA SET menu (Continued)
* Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away only. ** Adjusted not to focus on subjects a short distance away.
If you set [SCENE SELECT], the settings of [SHUTTR SPEED] (HDR-HC7) and [WHITE BAL.] are canceled.
1 Touch [MANUAL]. appears. 2 Adjust the exposure by touching. 3 Touch.
To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO] t.
For HDR-HC7: You can also adjust the setting manually using the CAM CTRL dial (p. 27).
SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter)
You can adjust and fix the exposure to the subject, so that it is recorded in suitable brightness even when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background, such as subjects in the spotlight on stage.

WHITE BAL. (White balance)
You can adjust the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment. B AUTO
The white balance is adjusted automatically.

OUTDOOR (

1 Touch the point where you want to fix and adjust the exposure on the screen. appears. 2 Touch [END].
The white balance is appropriately adjusted for the following recording conditions:
Outdoors Night views, neon signs and fireworks Sunrise or sunset Under daylight fluorescent lamps
To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO] t [END].
If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL].

INDOOR (n)

Indoors At party scenes or studios where the lighting conditions change quickly Under video lamps in a studio, or under sodium lamps or incandescent-like color lamps

EXPOSURE

You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is much brighter or darker than the background.

ONE PUSH (

The white balance will be adjusted according to the ambient light. 1 Touch [ONE PUSH]. 2 Frame a white object such as a piece of paper, to fill the screen under the same lighting conditions as you will shoot the subject.
3 Touch [ ]. flashes quickly. When the white balance has been adjusted and stored in the memory, the indicator stops flashing. b Notes
Set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO] or adjust the color in [ONE PUSH] under white or cool white fluorescent lamps. When you select [ONE PUSH], keep framing white objects while is flashing quickly. flashes slowly if [ONE PUSH] could not be set. When [ONE PUSH] was selected, if keeps flashing after touching , set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO]. If you set [WHITE BAL.], [SCENE SELECT] returns to [AUTO].

B AUTO

Select to adjust the shutter speed automatically.

MANUAL(

Adjust the shutter speed using /. You can select a shutter speed between 1/4 and 1/10000 second when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-TAPE, and between 1/4 and 1/500 second when the POWER switch is set to CAMERAMEMORY.

125, 180, 250

Slower b Notes

MIC LEVEL (HDR-HC7)

You can adjust the recording sound level manually. B AUTO
Select to adjust the recording sound level automatically.
x LCD COLOR You can adjust the color on the LCD screen with /.
Low intensity High intensity

MANUAL

Touch / to adjust the recording sound level during recording or standby. The recording sound level adjustment bars appear on the screen. The recording sound level increases as the bar goes to the right. The recording level meter appears when the recording sound level is other than default setting. b Notes
Use headphones to monitor the sound when adjusting it.
x VF B.LIGHT You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder. B NORMAL
Brightens the viewfinder screen. b Notes
When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. Continued ,

COMPONENT

Select [COMPONENT] when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component input jack. 480i
Select when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component input jack.

B 16:9

Select to view your pictures on a 16:9 (wide) TV. 16:9 (wide) pictures 4:3 pictures

B 1080i/480i

Select when connecting your camcorder to a TV that has the component input jack and is capable of displaying the 1080i signal.
Select to view your pictures on a 4:3 standard TV. 16:9 (wide) pictures 4:3 pictures

i.LINK CONV

Signals in HDV format are converted to DV format, and pictures are output in DV format from the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK). B OFF
Outputs the pictures from the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) in accordance with the settings in [REC FORMAT] and [VCR HDV/DV].
When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1 system, and play back the tape, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9]. The TV automatically switches the aspect ratio according to the playback picture. Refer also to the manual supplied with your TV. When you connect your camcorder to a TV with an i.LINK cable to play back the tape, the setting of [TV TYPE] is invalid.

ON HDV t DV

Pictures in HDV format are converted to DV format, and pictures in DV format are output in DV format. b Notes
For input signal via an i.LINK connection, see [VCR HDV/DV] (p. 57). Disconnect the i.LINK cable before setting [i.LINK CONV]. Otherwise, the connected video device may not be able to recognize the video signal from your camcorder.
DISP GUIDE (Display guide)

See page 112.

STATUS CHECK
You can check the setup value of the following items.
[VCR HDV/DV] (when the POWER switch is set to PLAY/EDIT) (p. 57) [COMPONENT] (p. 60) [i.LINK CONV] (p. 60) [TV TYPE] (p. 60) HDMI OUTPUT (p. 105)

TV TYPE

/ to select a menu item, then touch t [YES] t. The menu item is added to the end of the list.
Customizing Personal Menu (Continued)

Deleting a menu item

t [P-MENU SET UP] t [DELETE]. If the desired menu item is not displayed, touch /.
60min STBY Select button to delete. 0:00:00 END
Arranging the order of menu items displayed on Personal Menu

t [SORT].

t [P-MENU SET UP]
DISP GUIDE SMOOTH SLWREC FADER

SCENE SELECT TELE MACRO

2 Touch the menu item you want to
2 Touch the menu item that you

want to delete.

60min DELETE STBY 0:00:00 Delete this from CAMERA-TAPE mode's P-MENU?

3 Touch 4 Touch

/ to move the menu item to the desired place.
To sort more items, repeat steps 2 to 4.

3 Touch [YES] t

5 Touch [END] t
You cannot move [P-MENU SET UP].
You cannot delete [MENU] and [P-MENU SET UP].
Initializing the Personal Menu settings (Reset)
Touch t [P-MENU SET UP] t [RESET] t [YES] t [YES] t. If the desired menu item is not displayed, touch /.
Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 14). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
Connecting to external devices
The connection method and the image quality will differ depending on the VCR or DVD/ HDD recorders and the connectors used.
[CONNECTGUIDE] recommends the appropriate connection method for your device (p. 32).

: Signal flow

Camcorder Cable External device
HDV1080i compatible device* t HD quality
AV device with i.LINK jack t SD quality
AV device with S VIDEO jack t SD quality (White) (Red)
(Yellow) AV device with audio/video jacks** t SD quality
* An i.LINK jack which is compatible with HDV1080i specification is required. For details, refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. ** When connecting your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video jack on the device, and the white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug to the audio jack on the device.
Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders (Continued)
You cannot dub pictures using the HDMI cable. Pictures recorded in the DV format are dubbed as SD (standard definition) images, regardless of the connection.
*3 Parts recorded in both DV and HDV format can be dubbed.
When [VCR HDV/DV] is set to [AUTO], and the signal switches between HDV and DV formats, the picture and sound are interrupted temporarily. When the player and the recorder are both HDV1080i compatible devices such as HDRHC5/HC7 and are connected with the i.LINK cable, after pausing or stopping and then resuming the recording, the images will be unstable or rough at that point. Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] (default setting) when connecting with an A/V connecting cable (p. 62).

3 Touch [PictBridge PRINT].
When connection is complete, (PictBridge connecting) appears on the screen.
To print the date/time on the image, touch t [DATE/TIME] t [DATE] or [DAY&TIME] t.

5 Touch [EXEC] t [YES].

When printing is finished, [Printing] disappears and the image selection screen appears again. Touch [END] when printing is completed.

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PictBridge PRINT 101-0001
One of the images stored on the Memory Stick Duo will be displayed.
Refer also to the operating instructions for the printer to be used. Do not attempt the following operations when is on the screen. The operations may not be performed properly. Operate the POWER switch.
We cannot guarantee the operation of models that are not PictBridge compatible.
Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. Remove the Memory Stick Duo from your camcorder. If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB cable, turn the printer off and on again and restart the operation from the beginning. Some printers may cut off left, right, top and lower parts of the image. Especially, when the image is recorded with a 16:9 (wide) ratio, left and right parts may be largely cut off. Some printer models may not support the date/ time printing function. Refer to your printers operating instructions for details. We cannot guarantee the printing of images recorded with a device other than your camcorder. PictBridge is an industry standard established by the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA). You can print still images without using a computer by connecting a printer directly to a digital video camera or digital still camera, regardless of model or manufacturer.
What you can do with Windows computer
When you install the Picture Motion Browser on a Windows computer from the supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the following operations.
You cannot install the supplied software, Picture Motion Browser, on a Macintosh computer.
x Exporting imported movies from a computer to your camcorder
You can send movies which were imported to the computer back to your camcorder in HD (high definition) image quality.

About First Step Guide

The First Step Guide is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer. This describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making settings, to general operation the first time you use the software Picture Motion Browser stored on the CD-ROM (supplied). Referring to Installing the First Step Guide (p. 76), start the First Step Guide, then follow the instructions.

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. Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc.

PAL - M PAL - N SECAM

Maintenance and precautions

Usable cassette tapes

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).

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

REC SAVE

To prevent a blank section from being created on the tape
Go to the end of the recorded section using END SEARCH (p. 33) before you begin the next recording when you have played back the tape.
x When labeling the cassette Be sure to place the label only on the locations shown in the following illustration so as not to cause a malfunction of your camcorder.
Do not put a label along this border.

Types of Memory Stick

Recording/ Playback
Memory Stick (without MagicGate) Memory Stick Duo*1 (without MagicGate) MagicGate Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo*1 (with MagicGate)

a a*2*3 a*3 a*2*3

Labeling position
MagicGate Memory Stick Duo *1 Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo *1
x After using the cassette Rewind the tape to the beginning to avoid distortion of the picture or the sound. The cassette should then be put in its case, and stored in an upright position. x When cleaning the gold-plated connector Generally, clean the gold-plated connector on a cassette with a cotton-wool swab after every 10 times it has been ejected. If the gold-plated connector on the cassette is dirty or dusty, the remaining tape indicator may not show correctly.
*1 A Memory Stick Duo is about half the size of a standard Memory Stick. *2 The types of Memory Stick that support high speed data transfer. The speed of data transfer varies depending on the device to be used. *3 MagicGate is a copyright protection technology that records and transfers the contents in an encrypted format. Note that data that uses MagicGate technology cannot be recorded or played on your camcorder. Still image format: Your camcorder compresses and records image data in the JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format. The file extension is.JPG. File names of still images: 101- 0001: This file name appears on the screen of your camcorder. DSC00001.JPG: This file name appears on the display of a computer. A Memory Stick Duo formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder. Data read/write speed may vary depending on the combination of the Memory Stick and Memory Stick compliant product you use.

Gold-plated connector

About the Memory Stick
A Memory Stick is a compact, portable IC recording medium with a large data capacity. You can use only a Memory Stick Duo, which is about the half size of a standard Memory Stick in your camcorder. However, appearance on the list below does not guarantee the operation of all types of Memory Stick Duo in your camcorder.

Picture 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total dot number (960 220)

General

Power requirements DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)
Mass (approx.) HDR-HC5: 530 g (1 lb 2 oz) main unit only 630 g (1 lb 6 oz) including the NPFH60 rechargeable battery pack and DVM60 cassette. HDR-HC7: 550 g (1 lb 3 oz) main unit only 650 g (1 lb 6 oz) including the NPFH60 rechargeable battery pack and DVM60 cassette. Supplied accessories See page 13.
Dimensions (approx.) 31.8 33.3 45.0 mm (1 5/5/13/16 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 80 g (2.9 oz) Operating temperature 0 C to + 40 C (32 F to 104 F) Type Lithium ion
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

AC Adaptor AC-L200/L200B

Power requirements AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Current consumption 0.35 - 0.18 A Power consumption 18 W Output voltage DC 8.4 V* Operating temperature 0 C to + 40 C (32 F to 104 F) Storage temperature -20 C to + 60 C (-4 F to + 140 F) Dimensions (approx.) 81 mm (1 15/3/1/4 in.) (w/h/d) excluding the projecting parts Mass (approx.) 170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord
* See the label on the AC Adaptor for other specifications.
Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FH60)
Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 7.2 Wh (mAh)

On trademarks

Handycam and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Ltd. Memory Stick, , Memory Stick Duo, , Memory Stick PRO Duo, , MagicGate, , MagicGate Memory Stick and MagicGate Memory Stick Duo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation. i.LINK and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

Notes on the License

ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206.
is a trademark. x.v.Color is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of U.S. Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc in the U.S. and other countries. HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Intel, Intel Core and Pentium are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation and its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Adobe and Adobe Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, and are not mentioned in each case in this manual.