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Sony Handycam DCR-HC21 Operating Manual

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Digital Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
DCR-HC21
© 2005 Sony Corporation
2-584-905-11 (1)
Getting Started
Recording/
Playback
Using the Menu
Dubbing/Editing
Using a Computer
Troubleshooting
Additional Information
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  • Page 1 Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-HC21 © 2005 Sony Corporation 2-584-905-11 (1) Getting Started Recording/ Playback Using the Menu Dubbing/Editing Using a Computer Troubleshooting Additional Information...

  • Page 2: Battery Pack

    This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For customers in the U.S.A. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222- SONY (7669). The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information...

  • Page 3: Notes On Use

    The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-HC21 Serial No. Model No. AC- Serial No.
  • Page 4 About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF* measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ...9 Step 2: Charging the battery pack ...10 Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ...13 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder ...14 Step 5: Using the touch panel ...15 Changing the language setting ...15 Checking the screen indicators (Display Guide)...15 Step 6: Setting the date and time ...16...
  • Page 7 Remote Commander ...28 Searching quickly for a desired scene (Zero set memory)...28 Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search) ...29 Searching for a still image (Photo search) ...29 Playing back still images in sequence (Photo scan) ...29 Playing the picture on a TV ...30 Using the Menu Using the menu items ...31...
  • Page 8 Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”)...60 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ...63 Warning indicators and messages ...74 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ...77 Usable cassette tapes ...78 About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack...79 About i.LINK ...80 Maintenance and precautions ...81 Using the Strap Belt as a wrist strap ...84 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ...85 Specifications ...85...

  • Page 9: Step 1: Checking Supplied Items

    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. 10) Power cord (1) (p. 10) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.

  • Page 10: Step 2: Charging The Battery Pack

    Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series) (p. 79) after attaching it to your camcorder. POWER switch DC IN jack DC plug AC Adaptor To the wall outlet Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.

  • Page 11: Playing Time

    PUSH button POWER switch When storing the battery pack Fully discharge the battery before storing it for an extended period (p. 79). To use an outside power source You can operate your camcorder using the power from the wall outlet by making the same connections as you do when charging the battery pack.
  • Page 12 On the AC Adaptor • Use the nearby wall outlet when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. • Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.

  • Page 13: Step 3: Turning The Power On And Holding Your Camcorder Firmly

    Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly To record or play back, slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the respective lamp. When using it for the first time, the CLOCK SET screen appears (p. 16). LENS COVER switch POWER switch Slide the LENS COVER switch to...

  • Page 14: Step 4: Adjusting The Lcd Panel And Viewfinder

    Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder The LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (). 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees (max.) • Do not press the buttons on the LCD frame accidentally when you open or adjust the LCD panel.

  • Page 15: Step 5: Using The Touch Panel

    Step 5: Using the touch panel You can play back recorded pictures (p. 21), or change the settings (p. 31) using the touch panel. Place your hand on the rear side of the LCD panel to support it. Then, touch the buttons displayed on the screen.

  • Page 16: Step 6: Setting The Date And Time

    Step 6: 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.

  • Page 17: Step 7: Inserting A Cassette

    Step 7: Inserting a cassette You can use mini DV cassettes only (p. 78). The recordable time varies depending on [REC • MODE] (p. 45). Slide the OPEN/EJECT and open the lid. OPEN/EJECT lever The cassette compartment automatically comes out and opens up. Insert a cassette with its window facing up, then press Window-side...

  • Page 18: Recording/Playback With Ease (Easy Handycam)

    Recording/Playback with ease (Easy Handycam) With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automatically adjusted optimally, which frees you from detailed adjustment. Since only basic functions become available and screen font size increases for easy viewing, even first time users can enjoy easy operation.

  • Page 19: Playing Back With Ease

    Playing back with ease Slide the POWER switch  in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. Press EASY . The EASY lamp lights up in blue. Start playing back. Touch , then touch To cancel Easy Handycam operation Press EASY ...

  • Page 20: Recording

    Recording LENS COVER Slide the LENS COVER switch to OPEN. Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the CAMERA lamp. Start recording. Movies Press REC START/STOP  The indicator ( ) changes [STBY] to ...

  • Page 21: Playback

    Playback Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. Start playing back. Touch , then touch  Stop  Play/Pause toggles as you touch it  Rewind/Fast forward Playback automatically stops if pause is engaged for more than 3 minutes. •...

  • Page 22: Functions Used For Recording/Playback, Etc

    Functions used for recording/playback, etc. Recording To use zoom ... , Move the power zoom lever  slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Wide range of view: (Wide angle) Close view: (Telephoto) • You can also use the zoom buttons on the LCD panel .

  • Page 23: To Use A Tripod

    • A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the picture will be normal when recorded. To use a tripod ... Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches)) to the tripod receptacle ...

  • Page 24: Indicators Displayed During Recording/Playback

    Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording  Remaining battery (approx.)  Recording mode ( or ) (45)  Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording))  Time code (hour: minute: second: frame)/Tape counter (hour: minute: second)/Tape photo recording (20)  Recording capacity of the tape (approx.) (45) ...
  • Page 25 ( ) is a reference page. The indicators during recording will not be recorded. Indicators when you made changes The following indicator is displayed if you change the setting during recording or playing. Upper left 60min STBY 0:00:00 60min E D I T Bottom Upper left Indicator...

  • Page 26: Searching For The Starting Point

    Searching for the starting point Make sure that the CAMERA lamp lights Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording (END SEARCH) [END SCH] (END SEARCH) will not work once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape. ...
  • Page 27 touch [EXEC]  Touch 60min STBY 0:00:00 EDIT The last few seconds of the most recently recorded scene are played back. Then, your camcorder is set to the standby.

  • Page 28: Remote Commander

    Remote Commander Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Insulation sheet  PHOTO* (p. 20) The image displayed on the screen when you press this button will be recorded as a still image.  SEARCH M.*    ...

  • Page 29: Searching For A Scene By Date Of Recording (Date Search)

    Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search) You can locate the point where the recording date changes. Slide the POWER switch down repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/ EDIT lamp.  Press SEARCH M. to select [DATE SEARCH]. Press (previous)/ ...

  • Page 30: Playing The Picture On A Tv

    Playing the picture on a TV Use any of the connection as shown in the following illustration. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 11). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. A/V OUT jack : Signal flow ...

  • Page 31: Using The Menu Items

    Using the menu items Follow the instructions below to use each of the items listed after this page. Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the respective lamp. [CAMERA] lamp: settings for recording on a tape [PLAY/EDIT] lamp: settings for viewing/editing Touch the LCD screen to select the item.

  • Page 32: Operation Button Items

    Operation button items Available operation buttons vary depending on the position of the lamp and the display (PAGE). The default settings are marked with . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. The available functions during Easy Handycam operation are marked with *.
  • Page 33 FADER You can add the following effects to currently recording pictures.  Select the desired effect.  Press REC START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing and disappears when the fade is complete. To cancel the operation, touch [ Fading out WHITE FADER BLACK FADER MOSAIC FADER...
  • Page 34 OUTDOOR ( The white balance is set to be appropriate for shooting outdoors or under daylight fluorescent light. INDOOR () The white balance is set to the brightness of warm white fluorescent lamps. ONE PUSH ( The white balance will be adjusted according to the ambient light.
  • Page 35 Adjust the brightness with BURN DVD When your camcorder is connected to a Sony VAIO series personal computer, you can easily burn the picture recorded on the tape to a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”). (p. 60)
  • Page 36 • You will not hear the recorded sound. You may see mosaic-like images of the previously played picture. A DUB CTRL (Audio dubbing) See page 50. REC CTRL (Recording control) See page 50.

  • Page 38: Menu Items

    Menu items MANUAL SET menu PROGRAM AE P EFFECT FLASH MODE FLASH LVL AUTO SHTR CAMERA SET menu D ZOOM WIDE SEL STEADYSHOT EDITSEARCH N.S.LIGHT VCR SET menu HiFi SOUND AUDIO MIX LCD/VF SET menu LCD B.L. LCD COLOR VF B.L. WIDE DISP TAPE SET menu REC MODE...
  • Page 39 Available menu items (  ) vary depending on the position of the lamp. * These functions are available during Easy Handycam operation. OTHERS menu (p. 46) WORLD TIME BEEP* A.SHUT OFF COMMANDER DISP OUT REC LAMP Position of lamp: CAMERA ...

  • Page 40: Manual Set Menu

    MANUAL SET menu – PROGRAM AE/P EFFECT, etc. The default settings are marked with  . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 31 for details on selecting menu items. PROGRAM AE You can record pictures effectively in various situations with the PROGRAM AE function.
  • Page 41 Pictures appear as an illustration with strong contrast. PASTEL Pictures appear as a pale pastel drawing.* MOSAIC Pictures appear mosaic-patterned.* * Available during recording only. • You cannot add effects to externally input pictures. Also, you cannot output pictures edited with picture effects via the DV Interface.

  • Page 42: Camera Set Menu

    CAMERA SET menu – D ZOOM/WIDE SEL/STEADYSHOT, etc. The default settings are marked with  . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 31 for details on selecting menu items. D ZOOM (Digital zoom) You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than 20 ×...

  • Page 43: Vcr Set Menu

    • The maximum shooting distance using [N.S.LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet). If you record subjects in dark places, such as night scenes or in moonlight, set [N.S.LIGHT] to [OFF]. You can make the image color deeper this way. VCR SET menu –...

  • Page 44: Lcd/Vf Set Menu

    LCD/VF SET menu – LCD B.L./LCD COLOR/VF B.L., etc. The default settings are marked with  . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 31 for details on selecting menu items. LCD B.L. (LCD back light) You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’s backlight.

  • Page 45: Tape Set Menu

    TAPE SET menu – REC MODE/AUDIO MODE/REMAIN The default settings are marked with  . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 31 for details on selecting menu items. REC MODE (Recording mode)  SP () Records in the SP (Standard Play) mode on a cassette.

  • Page 46: Others Menu

    – When a cassette is inserted. – When the POWER switch is set to other than CAMERA. – When NIGHTSHOT PLUS is set to ON. OTHERS menu – WORLD TIME/BEEP, etc. The default settings are marked with  . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.
  • Page 47 • The setting returns to [ON] when you have the power source disconnected from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes. DISP OUT (Display output)  LCD Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder. V-OUT/LCD Shows displays such as the time code on the TV screen, LCD screen, and in the...

  • Page 48: Connecting To A Vcr Or Tv

    Connecting to a VCR or TV Use any of the connection as shown in the following illustration. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 11). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. A/V OUT jack DV Interface : Signal flow...

  • Page 49: Dubbing To Other Recording Devices

    Dubbing to other recording devices You can copy the picture played back on your camcorder to other recording devices (such as VCRs). Connect your VCR to your camcorder as a recording device. See page 48 for details of connecting. • When using an A/V connecting cable, connect to the input jack of the other device.

  • Page 50: Recording Pictures From A Vcr

    Recording pictures from a You can record pictures from a VCR on a tape. Insert a cassette for recording in your camcorder beforehand. Connect your VCR to your camcorder. Use an i.LINK cable to connect. See page 48 for details of connecting. •...

  • Page 51: To Stop Recording

    Touch [PAGE3]  CTRL] [AUDIO DUB].   appears 60min 60min 0:00:00:00 0:00:00:00 A DUB CTRL RET. AUDIO Touch (play) and start playing back the audio you want to record at the same time. appears while recording the new sound in stereo 2 (ST2) during the playback of the tape.

  • Page 52: Jacks To Connect External Devices

    Jacks to connect external devices Camcorder Bottom  Accessory shoe • Remove the shoe cover when you use an accessory. • The accessory shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then tighten the screw.

  • Page 53: Before Referring To The "First Step Guide" On Your Computer

    Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on your computer When you install the Picture Package software on a Windows computer from the supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your computer. • Software and features available for Macintosh computers differ from those available for Windows computers.

  • Page 54: System Requirements

    About “First Step Guide” “First Step Guide” is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer. This “First Step Guide” describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making settings, to general operation the first time you use the software stored on the CD- ROM (supplied).

  • Page 55: Installing The Software And "First Step Guide" On A Computer

    Display: Minimum 1 024 × 768 dots, 32 000 colors (This product will not operate correctly at less than 1 024 × 768 dots or 256 colors.) Application: QuickTime 4 or later (QuickTime 5 recommended) Other: Disc drive • When you connect your camcorder to a Macintosh computer using a USB cable, you cannot copy pictures recorded on a tape to the computer.
  • Page 56 * Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer. Click [Install]. Depending on the OS on the computer, a message appears notifying you that “First Step Guide” cannot be installed automatically with the InstallShield Wizard. In such a case, manually copy “First Step Guide”...
  • Page 57 Click [Next] to install the “First Step Guide.” Click [Next], then follow the on-screen instructions to install ImageMixer VCD2. If the [Installing Microsoft (R) DirectX(R)] screen is displayed, follow the steps below to install DirectX 9.0c. If not, skip to step ...
  • Page 58 Confirm that your camcorder is not connected to the computer. Turn on the computer. Close all applications running on the computer before installing the software. Place the CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer. Double-click CD-ROM icon. Copy [FirstStepGuide.pdf], stored in the desired language in the [FirstStepGuide] folder, to your computer.

  • Page 59: Viewing "First Step Guide

    Music Contents without obtaining authorization or approval of the respective owners thereof. License of Picture Package by Sony Corporation would not be construed as conferring to you by implication, estoppel or otherwise, any license or right to use the Music...

  • Page 60: Creating A Dvd (Direct Access To "Click To Dvd")

    • You can only use an i.LINK cable for this operation. You cannot use a USB cable. * Note that you need a Sony VAIO computer equipped with a DVD drive that can be used to write DVDs. You also need the computer with “Click to DVD...

  • Page 61: Your Camcorder

    to create a DVD. Insert a recorded cassette into your camcorder. Connect your camcorder to a computer via an i.LINK cable (optional) (p. 52, 60). • When you connect your camcorder to a computer, make sure you insert the connector in the correct direction. If you insert the connector forcibly, it may be damaged, and causes a malfunction of your camcorder.
  • Page 62 DVD Automatic Mode Launcher” for details. – When there is a blank portion of 10 seconds or longer on the tape. – When the data of the tape contains a date before the recording date of the later images. – When normal and wide size pictures are recorded on the same tape.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, remove the power source and contact your Sony dealer. Overall operations/Easy Handycam The power does not turn on.
  • Page 64 The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly. If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged.

  • Page 65: Cassette Tapes

    An unknown indicator appears on the screen. • Refer to the indicator list (p. 74). The picture remains on the LCD screen. • This occurs if you disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet or remove the battery pack without turning off the power first. This is not a malfunction. The buttons do not appear on the touch panel.

  • Page 66: Adjusting The Image During Recording

    Recording Refer also to “Adjusting the image during recording” (p. 66). The tape does not start when you press REC START/STOP. • Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the CAMERA lamp (p. 18, 20). • The tape has reached the end. Rewind it, or insert a new cassette. •...
  • Page 67 [STEADYSHOT] does not function. • Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 42). The BACK LIGHT function does not function. • The BACK LIGHT function is canceled when you set [EXPOSURE] to [MANUAL] (p. 33) or select [SPOT METER] (p. 32). • The BACK LIGHT function does not work during Easy Handycam operation. A vertical band appears when recording candlelight or electric light in the dark.
  • Page 68 No sound or only a low sound is heard. • Set [HiFi SOUND] to [STEREO] (p. 43). • Turn up the volume (p. 21). • Adjust [AUDIO MIX] from the [ST2] (additional sound) side until the sound is heard appropriately (p. 51). •...
  • Page 69 Menu Menu items are grayed out. • You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback situation. You cannot use [SPOT METER]. • You cannot use [SPOT METER] together with NightShot plus. • If you set [PROGRAM AE], [SPOT METER] is automatically set to [ You cannot use [EXPOSURE].
  • Page 70 Connecting to a computer The computer does not recognize your camcorder. • Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, then connect it again securely. • Disconnect USB devices other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the computer.
  • Page 71 3 Click [Open]. 4 Double-click [Driver]. 5 Double-click [Setup.exe]. • Deleting anything other than [USB Audio Device], [USB Device], [USB Composite Device], [? Sony Handycam] and [? Sony DSC] may cause a malfunction of your computer.  For Windows 2000 Log on as Administrator.
  • Page 72 5 Double-click [Setup.exe]. • Deleting anything other than [USB Composite Device], [USB Audio Device], [USB Device], [? Sony Handycam] and [? Sony DSC] may cause a malfunction of your computer. There is no sound when the camcorder is connected to the Windows computer via a USB cable.
  • Page 73 2 Adjust the slider in the (-) direction on [Select video quality]. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions, click [Next], then click [Done]. Picture Package does not function correctly. • Close Picture Package, then restart the computer. An error message appears while operating Picture Package. •...

  • Page 74: Warning Indicators And Messages

    Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:(or E:) : (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:...
  • Page 75 * You hear a melody when the warning indicators appear on the screen (p. 46). Description of warning messages If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions.  Battery Use the “ InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (p. 79) Battery level is low. •...
  • Page 76 • You cannot start the Easy Handycam settings while the USB cable is connected. Disconnect the USB cable from your camcorder first. USB invalid during Easy Handycam • You cannot connect the USB cable during Easy Handycam. Touch HDV recorded tape. Cannot playback.

  • Page 77: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].

  • Page 78: Usable Cassette Tapes

    Usable cassette tapes You can use mini DV format cassettes only. Use a cassette with the is a trademark. Your camcorder is not compatible with cassettes with Cassette Memory. To prevent a blank section from being made on the tape Go to the end of the recorded section using END SEARCH (p.

  • Page 79: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack This unit is compatible with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series). Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” P series battery packs have the mark. What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your...

  • Page 80: About I.link

    IEEE • 1394 data transport bus proposed by Sony, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. IEEE 1394 is an international standard •...

  • Page 81: Maintenance And Precautions

    DV Interface, see page 49. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV Interface) compatible devices made by Sony (e.g. a VAIO series personal computer) as well as to video devices. Before connecting this unit to your computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on your computer.

  • Page 82: Moisture Condensation

    • If the following problem occurs, clean the video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM- 12CLD cleaning cassette (optional). – Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture or the screen is displayed in blue.

  • Page 83: Rechargeable Battery

    LCD screen • Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause damage. • If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. •...

  • Page 84: Using The Strap Belt As A Wrist Strap

    Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

  • Page 85: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    Attaching the Shoulder Strap You can attach the Shoulder Strap to the hook for the Shoulder Strap. Specifications System Video recording 2 rotary heads, Helical system scanning system Audio recording Rotary heads, PCM system system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal...
  • Page 86 Input/Output connectors Audio/Video 10-pin connector output Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75Ω (ohms), unbalanced Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75Ω (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75Ω (ohms), unbalanced Audio signal: 327 mV (at output impedance more than 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ...

  • Page 87: Getting Started

    Index A/V connecting cable ... 30, 48, 52 Accessory shoe... 52 AC Adaptor ... 9 AUDIO MIX ... 50 AUDIO MODE ... 45 AUTO SHTR (Auto shutter) ... 41 A DUB CTRL (Audio dubbing)... 36 A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off )... 46 BACK LIGHT...
  • Page 88 LCD BRT (LCD bright)... 34 LCD COLOR ... 44 LCD panel... 14 LCD B.L. (LCD back light)... 44 LCD BRT (LCD bright) ... 34 LCD COLOR... 44 LCD screen ... 15 LCD screen back light ... 14, 34 LENS COVER ... 20 Lid ...
  • Page 89 SPOTLIGHT... 40 SPOT FOCUS ... 32, 69 SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter) ... 32, 69 Starting point... 26 STEADYSHOT... 42, 67 STEREO ... 43 Strap Belt ... 84 Sub sound... 43 SUNSETMOON ... 40 System requirement ... 54 Tape... See Cassette Tape counter...
  • Page 90 On trademarks • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • i.LINK and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Picture Package is a trademark of Sony Corporation. is a trademark. • • Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of U.S.
  • Page 92 Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan...

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