1,080 effective scanning lines
These operating instructions refer to the HDV1080i specification as HDV format unless there is a need to specify.
Why shoot in the HDV format?
With the global standard moving to the digital video format, you can record important moments in HDV format to keep high quality images for the future. Your camcorders down convert function converts pictures in HDV format to SD (standard definition) image quality for viewing on older wide TV formats, and on 4:3 aspect ratio TVs when a high definition TV set is not available. This provides an easy path to HDV format video.
The down convert function converts HDV format video to DV for playback or editing when your camcorder is connected to a TV or VCR that is not HDV1080i compliant. The resulting image is displayed in SD (standard definition).
Viewing video recorded in the HDV format!
Viewing on a high definition TV (p. 34)
Pictures recorded in the HDV format can be played back as crisp HD (high definition) pictures on a high definition TV.
For details on HDV1080i compliant TVs, see page 34.
Viewing on a 16:9 (wide)/4:3 TV (p. 36)
Your camcorder can down convert video recorded in the HDV format to SD (standard definition) image quality for playback on a conventional TV.
Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders (p. 65)
Connecting to an HDV1080i device
A supplied i.LINK cable allows you to copy pictures in HD (high definition) image quality.
Connecting to an HDV1080i non-compliant device
Your camcorder can down convert HDV format video to SD (standard definition) image quality to enable copying.
Connecting to a computer (p. 74)
Using the supplied software, you can import movies from a tape or still images from a Memory Stick Duo to the computer. You can also edit the imported movies and create a DVD-video in SD (standard definition) image quality.
Step 1: Checking supplied items
Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied.
AC Adaptor (1) (p. 13) USB cable (1) (p. 72)
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) (p. 13, 94)
Power cord (Mains lead) (1) (p. 13) Lens hood (1) (p. 106)
Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 107)
Remove the lens hood when you use the flash, Nightshot or SuperNightshot, or its shadow will appear in the picture.
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 34, 65)
CD-ROM Handycam Application Software (1) (p. 76) Operating Guide (This manual) (1)
Component video cable (1) (p. 34)
i.LINK cable (1) (p. 34, 65, 68, 76)
Step 2: Charging the battery pack

POWER switch DC IN jack

Battery pack DC plug

NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (supplied) NP-FH70

DISPLAY/ BATT INFO

170 390

NP-FH100

Recording time
After a while, the approximate recordable time and battery information appear for about 7 seconds. You can view the battery information for up to 20 seconds by pressing DISPLAY/BATT INFO again while the information is displayed. Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
Battery pack Recording Format Continuous Typical recording recording time time* HDV DV HDV DV

NP-FH50

Battery pack Recording Format
Continuous Typical recording recording time time* HDV DV HDV DV

NP-FH60 (supplied)

165 170

175 180

NP-FH70

415 215

The /CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 14) will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions. The battery pack is not attached correctly. The battery pack is damaged. The battery pack is worn-out (for Battery Info only). The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the power cord (mains lead) is disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket). When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use an NP-FH70 or NPFH100 battery pack. On the charging/recording/playback time Times measured with the camcorder at 25 C (77 F) (10 to 30 C (50 F to 86 F) is recommended). The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. On the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor.
* Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming.
All times measured under the following conditions: Top: When the LCD backlight turns on. Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off. Bottom: Recording with the viewfinder while the LCD panel is closed.

Playing time

Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
Battery pack Recorded Format LCD panel opened* HDV DV LCD panel closed HDV DV
NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (supplied) NP-FH70 NP-FH100

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

90 degrees (max.)
90 degrees to the camcorder
To turn off the LCD backlight to make the battery last longer
Press and hold DISPLAY/BATT INFO for a few seconds until appears. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or where you want to save battery power. The recorded picture will not be affected by the setting. To turn on the LCD backlight, press and hold DISPLAY/BATT INFO for a few seconds until disappears.
Do not press the buttons on the LCD panel accidentally when you open or adjust the LCD panel.
Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it until the picture is clear. z Tips
You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder backlight by selecting [LCD/VF SET] - [VF B.LIGHT] (p. 59).

The grip belt

Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly.
If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations. See [LCD/VF SET] - [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 59) to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Press DISPLAY/BATT INFO to toggle the screen indicators (such as Battery Info) on or off.
Step 5: Inserting a tape or a Memory Stick Duo

Cassette tape

You can use mini DV (p. 92).
The recordable time varies depending on [ REC MODE] (p. 58).

3 Close the lid.

cassettes only

To eject the cassette

Open the lid following the same procedure as described in step 1 and remove the cassette.
Do not force the cassette compartment closed by pressing the portion marked {DO NOT PUSH} while it is sliding in. It may cause a malfunction.

[RECORD SOUND] If you set to [ON] ( ), you can record additional dialog, etc. to the slow-motion movie (The default setting is [OFF]). Sounds are recorded while [Recording] is displayed.
Sounds cannot be recorded while shooting a 3 second-movie (approx.).

EDIT/PLAY menu

Settings for editing or playing back in various modes See page 40 for details on selecting menu items.
The image quality of [SMTH SLW REC] is somewhat less than normal recording.
To cancel [SMTH SLW REC], select [END].

PictBridge PRINT

See page 72.
VAR.SPD PB (Various speed playback)
You can play back in various modes while viewing movies.
1 Touch the following buttons during playback.

To Touch

USB SELECT
You can connect the camcorder to a personal computer with a USB cable and import pictures to the computer. You can also connect the camcorder to a PictBridge compatible printer using this function. Refer to First Step Guide on the supplied CD-ROM for details. B Memory Stick
Select this to view pictures on a Memory Stick Duo on the computer or to import them to the computer.
change the playback direction* play back slowly**

(frame)

To reverse direction: (frame) t (frame) during playback pause. To reverse direction: (frame) during frame playback.
Select this when you connect the camcorder to a PictBridge compatible printer to print out directly (p. 72).

play back frame by frame

DEMO MODE
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to view the demonstration about 10 minutes after you have removed both a cassette and a Memory Stick Duo from your camcorder, and slide the POWER switch to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp.
The demonstration will be suspended in situations such as those described below. When you touch the screen during the demonstration (The demonstration starts again after about 10 minutes). When a cassette or a Memory Stick Duo is inserted. When the POWER switch is set to other than CAMERA-TAPE.
* Horizontal lines may appear at the top, bottom, or in the center of the screen. This is not a malfunction. **Pictures output from the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) cannot be played back smoothly in slow mode.

2 Touch

To return to the normal playback mode, touch (Play/Pause) twice (once from frame playback).
You will not hear the recorded sound. You may see mosaic-like images of the previously played picture. Pictures in the HDV format are not output from the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) when they are paused or played back in any mode other than normal playback mode. Pictures in the HDV format may appear distorted during:

STANDARD SET menu

Picture search Reverse playback Playing back slowly to the reverse direction and playing back frame by frame to the reverse direction are not available in HDV format.

appears.

print out later.

PRINT MARK

1010002 2/ 10

4 Touch
To cancel image protection, touch the image again to cancel image protection in step 3.
To cancel Print mark, touch the image again to cancel Print mark in step 3. Do not mark images on your camcorder if the Memory Stick Duo already has some images with the Print mark put on using other devices.
Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer)
You can print out pictures using a PictBridge compliant printer without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor to obtain power from the wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 13). Insert the Memory Stick Duo containing still images into your camcorder and turn on the printer.
6 Select the number of copies to be
printed with /. A maximum of 20 copies of the image can be printed.

7 Touch

To print the date/time on the image, touch t [DATE/TIME] t [DATE] or [DAY&TIME] t.

8 Touch [EXEC] t [YES].

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

2 Connect the

(USB) jack of your camcorder to the printer using the USB cable. [USB SELECT] appears on the screen automatically.

To finish printing

Touch [END] on the image selection screen.
We cannot guarantee the operation of models that are not PictBridge compatible. 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. Disconnect the USB cable from the printer or your camcorder. 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.

The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.
Ambient temperature is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. This is not a malfunction.
The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not work at all.
Adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION]) (p. 99).
Menu items are grayed out.
You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback situation. Depending on the functions, you may not be able to use them together (p. 86).
The cassette is noisier during rewinding or fast-forwarding.
When using the AC Adaptor, rewind/fast forward speed increases (compared with battery operation) and therefore increases noise. This is not a malfunction.

is not displayed.

During Easy Handycam operation, not all menu items are functional. Cancel Easy Handycam operation (p. 22).
You cannot operate functions using a Memory Stick Duo, even if a Memory Stick Duo is inserted.
Slide the POWER switch to turn on the CAMERA-MEMORY or PLAY/EDIT lamp (p. 16). If you use a Memory Stick Duo formatted on a computer, format it again on your camcorder (p. 52).
The picture in the viewfinder is not clear.
Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever until the picture appears clearly (p. 18).
The picture in the viewfinder has disappeared.
Close the LCD panel. The picture is not displayed in the viewfinder when the LCD panel is open (p. 18).
You cannot delete the recorded picture on the tape.
You cannot delete a recorded picture on tape; you can only rewind the tape and record again. The new recording overwrites the existing one.
Cassette tapes/Memory Stick Duo
The cassette cannot be ejected from the compartment.
Make sure the power source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connected correctly (p. 13). Moisture condensation has occurred inside the camcorder (p. 97).
You cannot delete pictures or format a Memory Stick Duo.
Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the Memory Stick Duo if there is one (p. 93). Cancel image protection on the picture (p. 71). The maximum number of pictures that you can delete on the index screen at one time is 100.
The Cassette Memory indicator or title display does not appear while using a cassette with Cassette Memory.

You cannot zoom pictures from connected devices on your camcorder (p. 30).
You cannot view the picture or hear the sound on the TV connected with the component video cable.
Set [COMPONENT] on the (STANDARD SET) menu according to the requirements of the connected device (p. 60). When you are using the component video cable, make sure the red and white plugs of the A/V connecting cable are connected (p. 34).
Time code and other information appear on the display of the connected device.
Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] while connected with an A/V connecting cable (p. 62).
You cannot dub correctly using the A/V connecting cable.
You cannot input externally from a device connected with the A/V connecting cable. The A/V connecting cable is not connected properly. Make sure that the A/V connecting cable is connected to the input jack of the other device for dubbing a picture from your camcorder.
Still pictures cannot be dubbed from a tape to a Memory Stick Duo.
You cannot record or a distorted picture may be recorded if the tape has been used repeatedly for recording.

Connecting to a computer

The computer does not recognize your camcorder.
Install Picture Motion Browser (p. 74). Disconnect USB devices other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the (USB) jack on the computer. Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer, then connect them again correctly.
When connected using an i.LINK cable, no picture appears on the monitor screen or the picture is distorted during dubbing.
Set [VCR HDV/DV] on the (STANDARD SET) menu according to the requirements of the connected device (p. 57). If the device to be connected is not compatible with HDV1080i specification, you cannot dub in HD (high definition) image quality (p. 65). For details, refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. Down convert the pictures recorded in HDV format to DV format and dub in SD (standard definition) image quality (p. 65).
You cannot install the supplied software, Picture Motion Browser, on a Macintosh computer.
You cannot use Picture Motion Browser on a Macintosh computer.
Functions that cannot be used together
Depending on the functions, you may not be able to use them together. The following list shows examples of menu items and functions that cannot be used at the same time.
Not available If this function is set
You cannot add sound to the recorded tape.
You cannot add sound to the recorded tape on this unit.

backlight function

Do not put a label along this border.

Types of Memory Stick

Recording/ Playback
Memory Stick Duo (with MagicGate) Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

a a a*

Labeling position
* This product does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer but it supports 4-bit parallel data transfer the same as with Memory Stick PRO Duo. This product cannot record or play data that uses MagicGate technology. MagicGate is a copyright protection technology that records and transfers the contents in an encrypted format. This product is compatible with Memory Stick Micro (M2). M2 is the abbreviation for the Memory Stick Micro. 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. You can prevent accidental erasure of images when you slide the write-protect tab on the Memory Stick Duo with a small tapered object, to the write-protect position. Damaged or lost image data will not be compensated for, and may occur in the following cases: If you eject the Memory Stick Duo, turn the power off on your camcorder, or remove the battery pack for replacement while your camcorder is reading or writing image files on the Memory Stick Duo (while the access lamp is lit or flashing). If you use the Memory Stick Duo near magnets or magnetic fields.
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.

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 the following types of Memory Stick in your camcorder. However, we do not guarantee the operation of all types of Memory Stick in your camcorder.

checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. Be particularly careful of the lens. Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF (CHG) when you are not using your camcorder. Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for example, and operate it. Doing so might cause heat to build up inside. When disconnecting the power cord (mains lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord. Do not damage the power cord (mains lead) such as by placing anything heavy on it. Keep metal contacts clean. Keep the Remote Commander and button-type battery out of childrens reach. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked, consult your local authorized Sony service facility. wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin. if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor.
x When not using your camcorder for a long time
Periodically turn on the camcorder and play a cassette for about 3 minutes. Use up the battery pack completely before storing it.

Moisture condensation

If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this state, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, [%Z Moisture condensation. Eject the cassette] or [% Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H.] appears. The indicator will not appear when the moisture condenses on the lens.
x If moisture condensation has occurred None of the functions except cassette ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette lid open. Your camcorder can be used again when both of the following conditions are met:
The warning message does not appear when the power is turned on. Neither % or Z flash when a cassette is inserted and video operation buttons are touched.
If moisture starts to condense, your camcorder sometimes cannot detect condensation. If this happens, the cassette is sometimes not ejected for 10 seconds after the cassette lid is opened. This is not a malfunction. Do not close the cassette lid until the cassette is ejected. x Note on moisture condensation Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a humid place as shown below.
When you bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device. When you bring your camcorder from an air conditioned car or room into a hot place outside. When you use your camcorder after a squall or a shower. When you use your camcorder in a hot and humid place.

Specifications

System
Video recording system (HDV) 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Video recording system (DV) 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Still image recording system Exif Ver. 2.2*1 Audio recording system (HDV) Rotary heads, MPEG-1 Audio Layer -2, Quantization: 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) transfer rate: 384 kbps Audio recording system (DV) Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal PAL color, CCIR standards 1080/50i specification Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the mark printed Tape speed (HDV) Approx. 18.81 mm/s Tape speed (DV) SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s Recording/playback time (HDV) 60 min (using a DVM60 cassette) Recording/playback time (DV) SP: 60 min (using a DVM60 cassette) LP: 90 min (using a DVM60 cassette) Fast forward/rewind time Approx. 2 min 40 s (using a DVM60 cassette and rechargeable battery pack) Approx. 1 min 45 s (using a DVM60 cassette and AC Adaptor) Viewfinder Electric viewfinder (color)
Image device 6.3 mm (1/2.9 type) CMOS sensor Recording pixels (still, 4:3): Max. 6.1 mega (2 136) pixels*2 Gross: Approx. 000 pixels Effective (movie, 16:9): Approx. 000 pixels Effective (movie, 4:3): Approx. 000 pixels Effective (still, 16:9): Approx. 000 pixels Effective (still, 4:3): Approx. 000 pixels Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T 10 (Optical), 20 (Digital) Focal length f=5.4 ~ 54 mm (7/32 ~ 2 1/4 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera In CAMERA-TAPE: 40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4 in.) (16:9), 49 ~ 490 mm (1 15/16 ~ 19 3/8 in.) (4:3) In CAMERA-MEMORY: 40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4 in.) (16:9), 37 ~ 370 mm (1 1/2 ~ 14 5/8 in.) (4:3) F1.8 ~ 2.9 Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) Color temperature [AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (K), [OUTDOOR] (K) Minimum illumination 5 lx (lux) ([AUTOSLW SHTR] [ON], Shutter speed 1/25 sec) 0 lx (lux) (during NightShot function)
* Exif is a file format for still images, established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Files in this format can have additional information such as your camcorders setting information at the time of recording.
*2 The unique pixel array of Sonys ClearVid CMOS sensor and image processing system (new Enhanced Imaging Processor) allows for still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.

Input/Output connectors

Audio/Video output 10-pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 (ohms) Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47 k (kilohms)), Output impedance with less than 2.2 k (kilohms) COMPONENT OUT jack Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms) PB/PR, CB/CR: 350 mV, 75 (ohms) HDMI OUT jack TypeA (19-pin) Headphone jack Stereo minijack ( 3.5 mm) LANC jack Stereo mini-minijack ( 2.5 mm) USB jack mini-B MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack Stereo minijack ( 3.5 mm) HDV/DV jack i.LINK Interface (IEEE1394, 4-pin connector S100)

Picture 6.7 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total dot number (960 220)
Specifications (Continued)

General

Power requirements DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption During camera recording using the viewfinder with normal brightness: HDV recording 4.0 W DV recording 3.8 W During camera recording using the LCD with normal brightness: HDV recording 4.3 W DV recording 4.1 W 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.) 138 mm (3 1/1/1/2 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts 138 mm (3 1/1/1/2 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts with the supplied battery pack NP-FH60 attached Mass (approx.) 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 12.
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 (mains lead)
* 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) 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 V - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Current consumption 0.35 - 0.18 A Power consumption 18 W Output voltage DC 8.4 V*

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, , Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, , Memory Stick Micro, 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.

: Touch

folder. : Touch
to move to the previous to move to the next folder.
/ to move to either the previous or the next folder.
U Image delete button (70) V Tape playback select button (29) W Previous/Next image button (29) X Index screen display button (29) Y Image protection mark (71) Z Print mark (71)
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued)
Indicators when you made changes

Upper left

Center

Indicator Meaning

Upper right
Color Slow Shutter (48) PictBridge connecting (72) EZ Warning (88) NightShot (27) Super NightShot (48)

Bottom

AE SHIFT (46) WB SHIFT (46) Picture effect (55) Digital effect (54) 9 Manual focus (46) / SPOT FOCUS (46)/ SPOT MTRFCS (44) SCENE SELECT (43) Sharpness (45)
Recording format (57) AUDIO MODE* (58) SP LP Recording mode* (58) Self-timer recording (49) WIDE SELECT* (58) QUICK REC** (62) Interval photo recording (53) Flash light/ REDEYE REDUC (47)
Backlight (27) n White balance (44) SteadyShot off (49) Zebra (48) Tele macro (47) CAMERA COLOR (46) CONV.LENS (50) X.V.COLOR** (50) SPOT METER (44)/ EXPOSURE (44)/ SPOT MTRFCS (44) SHUTTR SPEED (45) PEAKING (47)
HDV input/ DV input (68) HDV output/ DV output (34, 66) i.LINK connection (34, 66, 68, 75) Zero set memory (107) Slide show (53) LCD backlight off (18)
* The settings can be made only for the pictures in the DV format.
** The setting can be made only for the pictures in the HDV format.

Other indicator

Information (89) b Notes
Indicators and their positions are approximate and differ from what you actually see.
Checking the screen indicators (Display guide)
You can easily check the meaning of each indicator that appears on the LCD screen. 1 Touch [GUIDE] t [DISP GUIDE].
2 Touch the area including the indicator that you want to check. The meanings of the indicators in the area are listed on the screen. If you cannot find the indicator you want to check, touch / to toggle. To finish the operation, touch [END].

Some screen displays cannot be checked with [DISP GUIDE].
You can also operate by touching [DISP GUIDE]. t

Numeric

1080i/576i..60 12BIT.58 16BIT.58 21-pin adaptor..38 576i..60 COLOR SLOW S (Color Slow Shutter) 48, 83, 87 COMPONENT. 60 COMPONENT OUT jack.. 34, 105 Component video cable. 35 Computer.. 74 CONV.LENS.. 50 FLASH LEVEL.47, 83 FLASH SET..47 FLASH (Flash motion).54 FOCUS..46, 83 FORMAT..52 Frame-by-frame Playback.56
AC Adaptor.13 AE SHIFT..46, 87 ALL ERASE..52 AUDIO MIX.58 AUDIO MODE..58 AUTOSLW SHTR (Auto slow shutter)..46 A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off)...62 A/V connecting cable..35, 65 A/V OUT jack.34, 105
Getting Started..12 GUIDEFRAME..61
DATA CODE. 16, 61 Date search.. 33 DATE/TIME.. 16, 61, 108 Delete pictures. 70 DEMO MODE. 56 DIAL SET.. 50 DIGITAL ZOOM.. 49, 87 DISP GUIDE (Display guide). 111 DISP OUTPUT (Display output). 62 Display indicators. 108 Down convert function. 10 Dual Rec.. 25 Dubbing. 65 DV format.. 57 DV SET.. 58 D.EFFECT (Digital effect). 54, 87
HD (high definition) image quality.. 35 HDMI cable. 36 HDMI OUT jack..34, 104 HDV format. 57 HDV1080i..10, 58 HDV/DV Interface. 34, 105
Backlight.27, 83 Battery..13 BEACH..43 BEEP.62
Image protection. 71 Image size (IMAGE SIZE).50 INDOOR.. 45 InfoLITHIUM battery pack... 94 Install.76 INT.REC-STL (Interval photo recording).53 i.LINK..96 i.LINK cable.36, 66, 77 i.LINK CONV..60
CALIBRATION.99 CAM CTRL dial.26 CAMERA COLOR.46 CAMERA DATA..61 CAMERA SET menu.43 CANDLE..43 Cassette..19, 92 CD-ROM..74 CENTER MARKR..61 Charging time..14 Cleaning cassette.98 CLOCK SET.16 CNNECT GUIDE.31, 34 COLOR BAR..61
Easy Handycam. 21, 40 EDIT/PLAY menu.. 56 END SEARCH. 32, 57 EXPOSURE. 44, 87
LANDSCAPE..43 LANGUAGE. 63 LCD BL LEVEL (LCD back light level).. 59 LCD BRIGHT..59 LCD COLOR.. 59 LCD/VF SET. 59 Lens cover..16, 23
FADER. 53, 87 FILE NO. (File number). 52 FIREWORKS.. 43 First Step Guide. 74, 78 Flash.. 82

LP (Long Play).58

PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect).. 55 Playback. 28 Playing time.. 15 P-MENU. See Personal Menu PORTRAIT (Soft portrait). 43 Power cord (Mains lead). 13 Print.. 72 Print mark.. 71