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PUB.DIE-281
PAL
HDV Camcorder
Instruction Manual
Please read also the following instruction manual
(electronic version on PDF file).
• Digital Video Software
E
Digital Video Software
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Instruction Manual
English
Introduction
Prerparations
Basic
Functions
Advanced
Functions
Editing
Functions
External
Connections
Additional
Information
Mini
Digital
Video
Cassette
2
Introduction
Important Usage Instructions
WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
CAUTION:
DISCONNECT THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY SOCKET WHEN NOT IN USE.
The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to
disconnect the plug in case of an accident.
While using the compact power adapter, do not wrap it or cover it with a piece of cloth, and do not
place it in confined narrow spaces. Heat may build up, the plastic case may deform and it could
result in electric shock or fire.
CA-570 identification plate is located on the bottom.
Using any device other than the Compact Power Adapter CA-570 may damage the
camcorder.
European Union (and EEA) only.
This symbol indicates that this product is not to be disposed of with your household
waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) and your national law. This
product should be handed over to a designated collection point, e.g., on an authorized
one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar product or to an authorized collection site
for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling of this
type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due
to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time,
your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of
natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for
recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your
household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE
products, please visit
www.canon-europe.com/environment
.
(EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)
3
Introduction
Enjoying High-Definition Video
Preserve your most treasured memories, be it unforgettable scenery or
cherished moments spent with family and friends, with high-definition video
recordings of a quality second only to actually being there.
What is High-Definition Video?
High-definition video (HDV) allows you to record
video of unparalleled high quality on regular
miniDV tapes. HDV is composed of 1,080
horizontal lines –that is more than twice the
number of horizontal lines and approximately 4
times the number of pixels in standard-definition
TV broadcasts– resulting in eye-catching colors
and richly detailed video recordings.
How to play back your HDV recordings?
On a high-definition TV (HDTV) ( 65)
HDV recordings will be played back in their original high quality.
On standard definition TVs ( 66)
HDV recordings will be down-converted to match the resolution of the TV set.
What is the Cinema Mode?
Give your recordings a cinematic look by using the [ CINE MODE]
recording program ( 43). Combine this recording mode with the high-
definition, 25 fps progressive frame rate [ HDV (PF25)] ( 36) to get
the enhanced effect of the 25p Cinema Mode.
1,080 lines
4
Introduction
Enjoying High-Definition Video .......................................................................3
About this Manual ........................................................................................... 7
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Supplied Accessories...................................................................................... 9
Components Guide .......................................................................................10
Screen Displays ............................................................................................13
Preparations
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack............................................................................16
Inserting and Removing a Tape ....................................................................18
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card ...................................................... 18
Preparing the Camcorder.............................................................................. 19
The Wireless Controller ................................................................................ 19
Adjusting the LCD Screen.............................................................................20
Using the Menus
Selecting an Option from the FUNC. Menu ..................................................21
Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus ..................................................21
First Time Settings
Changing the Language................................................................................ 22
Changing the Time Zone...............................................................................22
Setting the Date and Time ............................................................................ 23
Basic Functions
Recording
Recording Movies .........................................................................................24
Recording Still Images ..................................................................................25
Zooming........................................................................................................26
Playback
Playing Back Movies..................................................................................... 27
Adjusting the Volume: Speaker and Headphones......................................... 28
Locating the End of the Last Scene..............................................................30
Locating Scenes by Recording Date.............................................................30
Viewing Still Images ...................................................................................... 31
Magnifying the Playback Image.................................................................... 32
Advanced Functions
Menu Options Lists
FUNC. Menu Options.................................................................................... 33
Setup Menus.................................................................................................35
Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.)..........................35
Recording/Video Input Setup
(HD Standard, DV Recording Mode, etc.) ........................................ 36
Card Operations (Initialization, Erase All Images, etc.) ......................38
Playback/Video Output Setup
(Playback Standard, Component Video Out, DV Out etc.)............... 38
Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) ...............................41
Table of contents
5
Introduction
System Setup (Beep, etc.) ..................................................................42
Date/Time Setup .................................................................................42
Recording Programs
Using the Recording Programs .....................................................................43
Flexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed................44
Special Scene: Recording Programs to Match Special Conditions ...............45
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
Manual Exposure Adjustment and Automatic Backlight Correction ..............46
Manual Focus Adjustment.............................................................................47
Focus Assist Functions..................................................................................48
White Balance ...............................................................................................48
Image Effects.................................................................................................49
Still Image Recording Options
Selecting the Size and Quality of Still Images ...............................................50
Capturing a Still Image while Recording Movies ...........................................51
Light Metering Mode......................................................................................52
Automatic Focus Priority................................................................................53
Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing............................................54
Other Functions
On-Screen Displays.......................................................................................55
Flash..............................................................................................................56
Mini Video Light .............................................................................................57
Self Timer ......................................................................................................58
Audio Recording Level ..................................................................................58
Digital Effects.................................................................................................60
Editing Functions
Still Image Options
Erasing Still Images.......................................................................................62
Protecting Still Images...................................................................................62
Initializing the Memory Card..........................................................................63
External Connections
Connecting to a TV or VCR
Connection Diagrams ....................................................................................64
Playback on a TV Screen..............................................................................67
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Recorder .............................................68
Analog Line-In Recording..............................................................................69
Digital Video Dubbing ....................................................................................70
Analog/Digital Conversion .............................................................................71
Connecting to a Computer
PC Connection Diagrams ..............................................................................73
Transferring Video Recordings......................................................................74
Transferring Still Images – Direct Transfer ....................................................75
Transfer Orders .............................................................................................76
Connecting to a Printer
Printing Still Images – Direct Print .................................................................77
Selecting the Print Settings ...........................................................................78
Trimming Settings..........................................................................................80
Print Orders ...................................................................................................80
6
Additional Information
Trouble?
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................82
List of Messages........................................................................................... 86
Do’s and Don’ts
Handling Precautions....................................................................................89
Maintenance/Others...................................................................................... 92
Cleaning the Video Heads ............................................................................ 92
Using the Camcorder Abroad .......................................................................93
General Information
System Diagram ...........................................................................................94
Optional Accessories ....................................................................................95
Specifications................................................................................................98
Index ........................................................................................................... 100
Trademark Acknowledgements
miniSD™ is a trademark of SD Card Association.
Windows
®
is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the United
States and other countries.
is a trademark.
HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan,
Ltd. (JVC).
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
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.
7
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Canon HV20. Please read this manual carefully before
you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to
operate correctly, refer to the
Troubleshooting
table ( 82).
Conventions Used in the Manual
IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder operation.
NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions that apply if the function described is not
available in all operating modes (the operating mode to which the camcorder should be
set, etc.).
: Reference page number.
“Screen” refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
The photos included in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.
About this Manual
Setting the Date and Time
1
Press .
2
Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
3
Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP]
and press ( ).
4
Select ( ) [DATE/TIME] and press
().
The first field of the date will be
indicated with blinking up/down
arrows.
5
Change ( ) each field of the date
and time and move ( ) to the next
field.
6
Press ( ) to start the clock.
7
Press to close the menu.
IMPORTANT
If you do not use the camcorder for about 3
months, the built-in rechargeable lithium battery
may discharge completely and the date and
time setting may be lost. In such case, recharge
the built-in lithium battery ( 93) and set the
time zone, date and time again.
You can also change the date format ( 43).
DATE/TIME SETUP
DATE/TIME
1.JAN.2007 12:00 AM
FUNC.
( 21)
FUNC.
FUNC.
Brackets [ ] and capital letters are used to refer to menu
options as they are displayed on screen. Menu options in
boldface indicate the default setting (for example [ON],
[OFF]).
Buttons and switches to be operated
Menu item shown at its default position
Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are
indicated within a
button frame (for example ).
FUNC.
8
About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide
The mini joystick allows you to control many of the camcorder’s operations and to
make selections and changes in the camcorder’s menus.
The functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode and the
camcorder’s settings. Press
() to display/hide the joystick guide to remind you of the
joystick’s functions.
About the Operating Modes
The camcorder’s operating mode is determined by the positions of the switch and the
/ switch. In the manual, indicates that a function is available in the operating
mode shown and indicates that the function is not available. When no operating mode
icons are given, the function is available in all operating modes.
Operating Mode Switch
/
Switch Icon Display Operation
CAMERA
(Tape)
Recording movies
on the tape
24
(Memory card)
Recording still images
on the memory card
25
PLAY
(Tape)
Playing movies
from the tape
27
(Memory card)
Viewing still images
from the memory card
31
Push the joystick up, down, left or right
( , ) to select an item or change
settings.
Press the joystick itself ( ) to save the
settings or confirm an action. On menu
screens, this is indicated by the SET icon
.
When the guide contains multiple `pages´, [NEXT] and the page number
icon ( ) will appear at the bottom position. Push the joystick
()
toward [NEXT] to display the next `page´ of the guide.
Getting to Know the Camcorder
9
Introduction
Getting to Know the Camcorder
* Includes the electronic version of the
Digital Video Software
instruction manual on PDF file.
Supplied Accessories
CA-570 Compact Power
Adapter
(incl. power cord)
BP-2L13 Battery Pack WL-D87 Wireless
Controller
Lithium Button Battery
CR2025 for Wireless
Controller
CTC-100/S Component
Cable
STV-250N Stereo Video
Cable
IFC-300PCU
USB Cable
DIGITAL VIDEO
SOLUTION DISK
Software CD-ROM*
Red • Green • Blue plugs
Yellow • Red • White plugs
Getting to Know the Camcorder
10
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a
button frame (for
example ).
Components Guide
Left side view
Front view
Right side view
FOCUS lever ( 47)
BLC (backlight correction) button ( 46)
FOCUS button
(47, 48)
Speaker
DISP. (display) button ( 55)/
LCD backlight button (long press) ( 20)
LIGHT button ( 57)/
(print/share) button ( 75, 78)
USB terminal ( 73)
CARD access indicator
(25)/
CHARGE indicator ( 16)
Memory card slot ( 18)
/
(tape/card) switch ( 8)
Mode switch ( 43)
Terminal cover
MIC (microphone) terminal ( 59)
AV terminal ( 64)/
(headphones) terminal ( 28)
COMPONENT OUT terminal ( 64)
Grip belt ( 19)
Instant AF sensor ( 35)
Flash ( 56)
Mini video light ( 57)
Remote sensor ( 19)
FUNC.
11
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Introduction
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a
button frame (for
example ).
Back view
Top view
Bottom view
LCD screen ( 20)
Dioptric adjustment lever ( 19)
Viewfinder ( 19)
Terminal cover
START/STOP button ( 24)
switch ( 8)
Power indicator ( 8)
Joystick ( 8)
FUNC. button ( 21, 33)
RESET button ( 82)
Serial number/Battery attachment unit
(16)
DC IN terminal ( 16)
HDV/DV terminal ( 64, 73)
(rewind) button ( 27)/
Zoom out W (wide-angle) button ( 26)
(fast forward) button ( 27)/
Zoom in T (telephoto) button ( 26)
/ (play/pause) button ( 27)/
START/STOP button ( 24)
(stop) button ( 27)/
FOCUS ASSIST button ( 48)
HDMI OUT terminal ( 64, 67)
OPEN/EJECT switch
(18)
Stereo microphone
Cassette compartment
(18)
Cassette compartment cover
( 18)
Zoom lever ( 26)
PHOTO button ( 25)
Lock button
switch ( 8)
Advanced accessory shoe ( 57, 59)
Tripod socket
(25)
BATTERY RELEASE switch ( 16)
Strap mount
FUNC.
Getting to Know the Camcorder
12
Wireless Controller WL-D87
WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL
-
D87
START/
STOP
PHOTO
ZOOM
CARD
DATE SEARCH
REW
PLAY
FF
STOP
PAUSE
SLOW
DISP. TV SCREEN
ZERO SET
MEMORY
START/STOP button ( 24)
CARD –/+ buttons ( 31)
DATE SEARCH / buttons ( 30)
REW button ( 27)
–/ button ( 27)
PAUSE button ( 27)
SLOW button ( 27)
ZERO SET MEMORY button ( 29)
DISP. (on-screen display) button ( 55)
PHOTO button ( 25)
Zoom buttons ( 26)
PLAY button ( 27)
FF button ( 27)
STOP button ( 27)
+/ button ( 27)
button ( 27)
TV SCREEN button ( 41)
13
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Introduction
Screen Displays
Recording Movies
Recording program ( 43)
White balance ( 48)
Image effect ( 49)
Digital effects ( 60)
Still image quality/size
(simultaneous recording) ( 51)
Microphone attenuator ( 58)
Self timer ( 58)
Recording reminder
Instant AF ( 35)/Manual focus ( 47)
Recording standard (HDV or DV) ( 36)
DV recording mode ( 37)
Tape operation
Time code (hours : minutes : seconds)
Remaining tape
Remaining battery charge
Image stabilizer ( 36)
Level marker ( 41)
Backlight correction ( 46)
Headphones output ( 28)
Audio level indicator (microphone) ( 58)
Wind screen off ( 37)
Focus assist functions ( 48)
DV audio mode ( 37)
Condensation warning ( 92)
Mini video light ( 57)
Remote sensor off ( 42)
Recording Still Images
Zoom ( 26), Exposure ( 46)
Light metering mode ( 52)
Drive mode ( 54)
Still image quality/size ( 50)
Number of still images available on the
memory card
AF frame ( 53)
Camcorder shake warning ( 35)
Advanced accessory shoe ( 94)
Flash ( 56)
Autofocus (AF) and exposure (AE) locked
(25)
14
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Recording reminder
The camcorder counts from 1 to 10
seconds when you start recording. This is
helpful to avoid scenes that are too short.
Tape operation
Record, Record pause,
Stop, Eject,
Fast forward, Rewind,
Playback, Playback pause,
Reverse playback pause,
x1 Playback (normal speed),
x1 Reverse playback (normal speed),
x2 Playback (double speed),
x2 Reverse playback (double speed),
Fast forward playback,
Rewind playback,
Slow playback,
Slow reverse playback,
Frame advance,
Frame reverse,
/ Date search ( 30),
/ Zero set memory ( 29)
Remaining tape
Indicates the remaining time of the tape in
minutes. “ moves during recording.
When the tape reaches its end, the display
changes to “ END”.
When the time left is less than 15
seconds, the remaining tape time may not
appear.
Depending on the type of the tape, the
remaining time displayed may not be
correct. In any case, you will be able to
record on the tape the number of minutes
that appears on the videocassette’s label
(for example, 85 minutes).
Remaining battery charge
When “ starts flashing in red, replace
the battery pack with a fully charged one.
When you attach an empty battery pack,
the power may turn off without displaying
“”.
Depending on the conditions under which
the camcorder and the battery pack are
used, the actual battery charge may not be
indicated accurately.
Number of still images available on the
memory card
Depending on the recording conditions, the
number of still images available displayed
may not decrease even after a recording
has been made, or may decrease by 2 still
images at once.
Card Access Display
” is displayed next to the number of
images available while the camcorder is
writing on the memory card.
Getting to Know the Camcorder
15
Introduction
Playing Movies
Tape operation
Time code (hours : minutes : seconds : frames)
Remaining tape
Data code ( 55)
Search function display
END SEARCH ( 30)/
DATE SEARCH ( 30)
Quality/size for capturing still images ( 52)
Audio level indicator ( 58)
Viewing Still Images
Image number ( 38)
Current image / Total number of images
Histogram ( 56)
Image protection mark ( 62)
Still image quality/size
Date and time of recording
Recording program ( 43)
Manual focus ( 47)
Light metering mode ( 52)
Manual exposure ( 46)
Image effect ( 49)
Image size ( 50)
File size
Aperture value ( 44)
Shutter speed ( 44)
White balance ( 48)
Flash ( 56)
Getting Started
16
Preparations
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with a
battery pack or directly using the compact
power adapter. Charge the battery pack
before use.
1 Turn off the camcorder.
2 Attach the battery pack to the
camcorder.
Press the battery pack softly into the
battery attachment unit and slide it up
until it clicks in place.
3 Connect the power cord to the
compact power adapter.
4 Plug the power cord into a power
outlet.
5 Connect the compact power adapter
to the camcorders DC IN terminal.
The CHARGE indicator starts
flashing. The indicator will stay on
when the charging is completed.
You can also use the compact power
adapter without attaching a battery
pack.
When the compact power adapter is
connected, even if a battery is
attached its power will not be
consumed.
O
NCE
THE
BATTERY
PACK
IS
FULLY
CHARGED
1 Disconnect the compact power
adapter from the camcorder.
2 Unplug the power cord from the
power outlet and the compact
power adapter.
T
O
REMOVE
THE
BATTERY
PACK
Slide in the
direction of the arrow and hold it
pressed down. Slide the battery pack
down and then pull it out.
IMPORTANT
You may hear some noise from the compact
power adapter during use. This is not a
malfunction.
We recommend charging the battery pack in
temperatures between 10 C and 30 C.
Outside the temperature range of 0 C to
40 C, the charging will not start.
Do not connect to the camcorders DC IN
terminal or to the compact power adapter any
electrical equipment that is not expressly
recommended for use with this camcorder.
To prevent equipment breakdowns and
excessive heating, do not connect the supplied
compact power adapter to voltage converters for
overseas travels or special power sources such as
those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc.
Getting Started
Remove the battery
terminal cover
before attaching the
battery pack
BATT. RELEASE
switch
CHARGE
indicator
BATTERY RELEASE
Getting Started
Preparations
17
NOTES
The CHARGE indicator also serves as a
rough estimate of the battery charge status.
Continuously on: Battery fully charged.
Flashes approx. twice per second: Battery over
50% charged.
Flashes approx. once per second: Battery less
than 50% charged.
The charging time will vary depending on the
surrounding temperature and the battery pack’s
initial charge condition. In cold places, the
effective usage time of the battery will
decrease.
We recommend that you prepare battery
packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you
might need.
Charging, Recording and Playback Times
The times given in the table below are approximate and vary depending on the actual
charging, recording or playback conditions.
* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off.
Battery Pack NB-2LH BP-2L13 BP-2L14
Charging Time 130 min. 200 min. 225 min.
Maximum Recording Time
Viewfinder 70 min. 120 min. 150 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 65 min. 115 min. 140 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 65 min. 110 min. 135 min.
Typical Recording Time*
Viewfinder 40 min. 75 min. 85 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 35 min. 70 min. 80 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 35 min. 65 min. 80 min.
Playback Time 85 min. 145 min. 175 min.
Maximum Recording Time
Viewfinder 80 min. 140 min. 165 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 75 min. 135 min. 155 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 75 min. 125 min. 150 min.
Typical Recording Time*
Viewfinder 45 min. 80 min. 95 min.
LCD [NORMAL] 45 min. 75 min. 90 min.
LCD [BRIGHT] 40 min. 75 min. 85 min.
Playback Time 95 min. 165 min. 195 min.
HDV
DV
Getting Started
18
Inserting and Removing a Tape
Use only videocassettes marked with the
logo. To record in HDV standard we
recommend using tapes specifically
designed for high definition.
1 Slide fully in the
direction of the arrow and open the
cassette compartment cover.
The cassette compartment opens
automatically.
2 Insert the cassette.
Insert the cassette with the window
facing the grip belt.
To remove the cassette pull it straight
out.
3 Press the mark on the
cassette compartment until it clicks.
4 Wait for the cassette compartment
to retract automatically and close
the cassette compartment cover.
IMPORTANT
Do not interfere with the cassette
compartment while it is opening or closing
automatically, or attempt to close the cover
before the cassette compartment has fully
retracted.
Be careful not to get your fingers caught in
the cassette compartment cover.
NOTES
If the camcorder is connected to a power
source, cassettes can be inserted/removed
even if the switch is set to
.
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
Use only commercially available miniSD
cards.
1 Turn off the camcorder.
2 Open the LCD panel.
3 Open the memory card slot cover.
4 Insert the memory card straight with
the “miniSD” label facing up, all the
way into the memory card slot until
it clicks.
5 Close the cover.
Do not force the cover closed if the
memory card is not correctly inserted.
T
O
REMOVE
THE
MEMORY
CARD
First push the memory card once to
release it, and then pull the card out.
OPEN/EJECT
Getting Started
Preparations
19
IMPORTANT
Make sure to initialize all memory cards
before using them with this camcorder for the
first time ( 63).
Memory cards have front and back sides that
are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory
card facing the wrong direction can cause a
malfunction of the camcorder.
NOTES
Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all
miniSD cards.
Preparing the Camcorder
1 Turn on the camcorder.
The lens cover will open automatically.
2 Adjust the viewfinder.
Keep the LCD panel closed to use the
viewfinder and adjust the dioptric
adjustment lever as necessary.
3 Fasten the grip belt.
Adjust the grip belt so that you can
reach the zoom lever with your index
finger, and the START/STOP button
with your thumb.
The Wireless Controller
Inserting the Battery
(Lithium Button Battery CR2025)
1 Press the tab in the direction of the
arrow and pull out the battery
holder.
2 Place the lithium button battery with
the + side facing up.
3 Insert the battery holder.
Using the Wireless Controller
Point the controller at the camcorder’s
remote sensor when you press the
buttons.
NOTES
The wireless controller may not work properly
when the remote sensor is situated under
strong light sources or direct sunlight.
If the wireless controller does not work, check
that [WL.REMOTE] is not set to [OFF ]
( 42). Otherwise, replace the battery.
Tab
Getting Started
20
Adjusting the LCD Screen
Rotating the LCD Panel
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees.
You can rotate the panel 90 degrees
downward.
You can rotate the panel 180 degrees
toward the lens (allowing the subject to
monitor the LCD screen while you use the
viewfinder). Rotating the panel 180
degrees is also useful if you wish to
include yourself when recording with the
self timer.
LCD Backlight
You can set the brightness of the LCD
screen to normal or bright.
Hold pressed down for more
than 2 seconds.
Repeat this action to toggle between the
normal and bright settings.
NOTES
This setting does not affect the brightness of
the recording or the viewfinder screen.
Using the bright setting will shorten the
effective usage time of the battery pack.
You can also adjust the brightness of the LCD
from the menu ( 41).
180°
90°
Subject can monitor
the LCD screen
DISP.
Using the Menus
Preparations
21
Using the Menus
Many of the camcorder’s functions can be
adjusted from the menus that open after
pressing the FUNC. button ( ).
For details about the available menu
options and settings, refer to
Menu
Options Lists
( 33).
Selecting an Option from the FUNC.
Menu
1 Press .
2 Select ( ) the icon of the function
you want change from the left side
column.
3 Select ( ) the desired setting
from the available options at the
bottom bar.
The selected option will be highlighted
in light blue. Menu items not available
will appear grayed out.
4 Press to save the settings
and close the menu.
You can press to close the
menu at any time.
With some settings you will need to
press ( ) and make further
selections. Follow the additional
operation guides that will appear on
the screen (such as the icon,
small arrows, etc.).
Selecting an Option from the Setup
Menus
1 Press .
2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
You can also hold pressed
down for more than 1 second to open
directly the setup menus screen.
3 Select ( ) the desired menu from
the left side column and press ( ).
The title of the selected menu appears
on top of the screen and under it the
list of settings.
4 Select ( ) the setting you want to
change and press ( ).
An orange frame will indicate the
menu item currently selected. Menu
items not available will appear grayed
out.
To return to the menu selection
screen, select ( ) [ RETURN] and
press ( ).
5 Select ( ) the desired option and
press ( ) to save the setting.
6 Press .
You can press to close the
menu at any time.
Using the Menus
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
First Time Settings
22
First Time Settings
Changing the Language
Options
Default value
1 Press .
2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
3 Select ( ) [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]
and press ( ).
4 Select ( ) [LANGUAGE] and press
().
5 Select ( , ) the desired option
and press ( ).
6 Press to close the menu.
NOTES
If you changed the language by mistake,
follow the mark next to the menu item to
change the setting.
The displays
and that appear in
some menu screens refer to the name of
buttons on the camcorder and will not change,
regardless of the language selected.
Changing the Time Zone
Default value
1 Press .
2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
3 Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP]
and press ( ).
4 Select ( ) [T.ZONE/DST] and
press ( ).
The time zone setting appears. The
default setting is Paris.
5 Select ( ) your time zone and
press ( ).
To adjust for daylight saving time,
select the time zone with the mark
next to the area.
6 Press to close the menu.
Time Zones
Once you have set the time zone, date
and time, you do not need to reset the
clock every time you travel to another
time zone. Select the time zone referring
to the date and time displayed on the
screen.
First Time Settings
DISPLAY SETUP/
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
FUNC.
(21)
FUNC.
FUNC.
DATE/TIME SETUP
T.ZONE /DST
PARIS
FUNC.
(21)
FUNC.
FUNC.
First Time Settings
Preparations
23
Setting the Date and Time
1 Press .
2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
3 Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP]
and press ( ).
4 Select ( ) [DATE/TIME] and press
().
The first field of the date will be
indicated with blinking up/down
arrows.
5 Change ( ) each field of the date
and time and move ( ) to the next
field.
6 Press ( ) to start the clock.
7 Press to close the menu.
IMPORTANT
If you do not use the camcorder for about 3
months, the built-in rechargeable lithium battery
may discharge completely and the date and
time setting may be lost. In such case, recharge
the built-in lithium battery ( 91) and set the
time zone, date and time again.
You can also change the date format ( 42).
DATE/TIME SETUP
DATE/TIME
1.JAN.2007 12:00 AM
FUNC.
(21)
FUNC.
FUNC.
Recording
24
Basic Fun ctions
Recording
Recording Movies
1 Holding the lock button pressed
down, set the switch to
CAMERA.
2 Move the / switch to
(tape).
If necessary, you can change the
recording standard (HDV or DV)
( 36).
3 Press to begin
recording.
Press again to pause the
recording.
T
O
REVIEW
THE
LAST
SCENE
RECORDED
1 Set the mode switch to .
2 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
3 Push the joystick ( ) toward .
If does not appear on the joystick
guide, repeatedly push the joystick
( ) toward [NEXT] to display the
joystick guide in the illustration above.
The camcorder will play back a few
seconds of the last recording made
and return to record pause mode. If the
currently selected recording standard
is different from that of the last
recording, the picture may not be
played back correctly.
W
HEN
YOU
HAVE
FINISHED
RECORDING
1
Close the LCD panel
.
2 Turn off the camcorder.
3 Remove the tape.
4 Disconnect the power source and
remove the battery pack.
NOTES
Previous recordings overwritten by a new
recording cannot be recovered. Before you start
recording, search for the end of the last
recording ( 30).
To protect the tape and video heads, the
camcorder will enter the stop mode ( ) if left in
record pause ( ) mode for 4 minutes 30
seconds. To resume recording press
.
When recording in very loud places (such as
fireworks shows or concerts), sound may
Recording
Before You Begin Recording
Make a test recording first to check if the
camcorder operates correctly. If
necessary, clean the video heads ( 92).
(8)
START/STOP
START/STOP
START/STOP
Recording
Basic Functions
25
become distorted or it may not be recorded at
the actual levels. This is not a malfunction.
About the Power Save mode
: To save power
when the camcorder is powered by a battery
pack, the camcorder will automatically shut off if
left without any operations for 5 minutes
( 42). To restore the power, turn the
camcorder off and then on again.
About the LCD and viewfinder screen
: The
screens are produced using extremely high-
precision manufacturing techniques, with more
than 99.99% of the pixels operating to
specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels
may occasionally misfire or appear as black,
red, blue or green dots. This has no effect on
the recorded image and does not constitute a
malfunction.
When using a tripod
: Do not
leave the viewfinder exposed to
direct sunlight as it may melt
(due to concentration of the light
by the lens). Do not use tripods
with fastening screws longer
than 5.5 mm. Doing so may
damage the camcorder.
When recording movies, try to get a calm, stable
picture.
Excessive camcorder movement while shooting
and extensive use of fast zooms and panning
can result in jittery scenes. In extreme cases,
the playback of such scenes may result in
visually induced motion sickness. If you
experience such a reaction, immediately stop
the playback and take a rest break as
necessary.
Recording Still Images
1 Holding the lock button pressed
down, set the switch to
CAMERA.
2 Move the / switch to
(memory card).
3 Press halfway.
Once the focus is automatically
adjusted, will turn green and one or
more AF frames will appear.
When you press on the
wireless controller, the still image is
recorded immediately.
4 Press fully.
The CARD access indicator will flash
as the image is being recorded.
Before using a memory card for the first
time, be sure to initialize it with this
camcorder ( 63).
(8)
PHOTO
PHOTO
PHOTO
Recording
26
IMPORTANT
Avoid the following actions while the card
access display ( ) appears on screen and
when the CARD access indicator is on or
flashing. Failing to do so may result in
permanent data loss.
- Do not open the memory card slot cover and
do not remove the memory card.
- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off
the camcorder.
- Do not change the position of the
/
switch or the operating mode.
NOTES
If the subject is not suitable for autofocus,
turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually ( 47).
When the subject is too bright, “OVEREXP.”
starts flashing. In such case, use the optional
FS-43U II ND filter.
Zooming
POINTS TO CHECK
: In addition to the 10x optical
zoom, the 200x digital zoom is also
available ( 35).
10x Optical Zoom
Move the zoom lever toward W to
zoom out (wide-angle). Move it toward
T to zoom in (telephoto).
You can also change the zoom speed
( 35). You can select one of three fixed
zoom speeds or a variable speed that
depends on how you operate the zoom
lever: Press gently for a slow zoom; press
harder for faster zooms.
NOTES
You can also use the T and W buttons on the
wireless controller or the LCD panel. The zoom
speed with these buttons will be the same as
with the camcorder (when one of the fixed zoom
speed levels is selected) or fixed at
[ SPEED 3] (when [ VARIABLE] is
selected).
When set to [ VARIABLE], the zoom
speed will be faster in the record pause mode.
Keep at least 1 m away from the subject. At
wide-angle, you can focus on a subject as close
as 1 cm.
(8)
Zoom out
Zoom in
Playback
Basic Functions
27
Playback
Playing Back Movies
Play back the tape on the LCD display or
close the LCD panel to use the
viewfinder.
1 Holding the lock button pressed
down, set the switch to
PLAY.
2 Move the / switch to
(tape).
3 Locate the point where you want to
begin the playback.
Press to rewind or to fast
forward the tape.
4 Press to begin the playback.
D
URING
P
LAYBACK
5 Press again to pause the
playback.
6 Press to stop the playback.
NOTES
You can display the date and time of the
recording and other camcorder data registered
when the recording was made ( 55).
During some special playback modes, you
may notice some video problems (blocky video
artifacts, banding, etc.) in the playback picture.
During playback, you may notice some video
problems at the point where the standard of the
recording (HDV/DV) changes.
Playback
(8)
/
/
Special Playback Modes
To enter most special playback modes you need to operate the buttons on the wireless
controller ( 12). There is no sound during the special playback modes.
Special playback mode Initial mode
On the camcorder
press…
On the wireless
controller press…
Fast playback Normal playback Press and hold
or
Press and hold
or
Reverse playback Normal playback
1 frame reverse/advance Playback pause or
Frame-by-frame
playback
Playback pause
Press and hold
or
Slow playback Normal or reverse
playback
Double speed playback Normal or reverse
playback
Return to normal
playback
Special playback
mode
REW
FF
SLOW
/
PLAY
Playback
28
During the playback of HDV recordings:
Even
though their icons will appear on screen, the
following special playback modes are not
available.
- Reverse slow playback
- Frame reverse
- Double speed playback (forward or reverse)
To protect the tape and video heads, the
camcorder will enter the stop mode ( ) if left in
playback pause ( ) mode for 4 minutes 30
seconds. To resume the playback press .
Adjusting the Volume: Speaker and
Headphones
The camcorder plays the sound with the
built-in speaker. When you’re using the
viewfinder for playback, you can connect
a pair of headphones to listen to the
sound. You can also use the headphones
to check the audio level while recording.
Adjusting the Volume of the Speaker
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
or to adjust the volume.
To turn off the volume completely,
keep pressing ( ) until the volume
icon changes to .
You can press ( ) again to hide the
joystick guide during playback.
Using Headphones
The headphones are connected to the
AV/ terminal, which is used for both the
headphones and the audio/video output.
Before connecting the headphones,
follow the procedure below to change the
function of the terminal from AV output to
(headphones) output and make sure
the icon appears on the screen.
Default value
1 Press .
2 Select ( ) the icon and press
( ) to open the setup menus.
3 Select ( ) [ PLAY/OUT
SETUP2]* and press ( ).
4 Select ( ) [AV/PHONES] and
press ( ).
5 Select ( ) [ PHONES] and press
().
(8)
/
+
-
(8)
PLAY/OUT SETUP2
AV/PHONES
AV
FUNC.
Playback
Basic Functions
29
6 Press .
appears. Note that if the joystick
guide appears on the screen, it will
conceal the icon. Press ( ) to
hide the joystick guide.
* In mode, select [ PLAY/
OUT SETUP] instead.
T
O
ADJUST
THE
VOLUME
OF
THE
HEADPHONES
In mode, adjust the volume of
the headphones with the [PHONES VOL.]
setting ( 39). In mode, use
the joystick and the joystick guide
following the same procedure as when
adjusting the speakers volume.
IMPORTANT
Do not connect the headphones to the AV/
terminal if the icon does not appear on the
screen. If you connect the headphones while
the terminal is set to AV output only noise will
be output.
When using headphones, make sure to lower
the volume to an appropriate level.
The sound of the built-in speaker will be
muted when you close the LCD panel, when
you connect the stereo video cable to the
AV/ terminal or when the AV/ terminal is
set to [ PHONES].
NOTES
Use commercially available headphones with
a 3.5 mm minijack and a cable no longer than
3 m.
When you turn off the camcorder, the
[AV/PHONES] setting in mode will
return to [ AV].
The volume of the headphones cannot be
adjusted while recording.
Returning to a Pre-marked Position
If you wish to return to a particular scene
later, mark the point with the zero set
memory and the tape will stop at that
point when you rewind/fast forward the
tape.
1 While recording or during playback,
press on the
wireless controller at the point you
wish to return to later.
The time code changes to
“0:00:00 ”.
Press again to
cancel the memory.
2 If you marked the zero memory
while recording, set the camcorder
to mode. If you marked
the zero memory during playback,
press .
3 Press to locate the zero mark.
If the tape counter shows a negative
number, press instead.
appears and the camcorder
rewinds/fast forwards the tape.
The tape stops at or near the zero
mark, disappears and the correct
time code will be displayed again.
NOTES
If there are blank sections between recordings
or sections recorded in different standards
(HDV/DV) on the same tape, the zero set
memory may not work correctly.
FUNC.
(8)
ZERO SET MEMORY
ZERO SET MEMORY
Playback
30
Locating the End of the Last Scene
After playing back a tape, use this
function to locate the end of the last
scene recorded in order to continue
recording from that point.
POINTS TO CHECK
Stop the playback before using this
function.
1 Press .
2 Select ( ) [ END SEARCH] and
press ( ).
3 Select ( ) [EXECUTE] and press
().
“END SEARCH” appears.
The camcorder rewinds/fast forwards
the tape, plays back the last few
seconds of the recording and stops the
tape.
To cancel the search press .
NOTES
End search cannot be used once you remove
the cassette.
If there are blank sections between
recordings or sections recorded in different
standards (HDV/DV) on the same tape, the end
search may not work correctly.
Locating Scenes by Recording Date
You can locate the change of the date/
time zone with the date search function.
Press or on the wireless
controller.
Press more than once to search for
further date changes (up to 10 times).
To cancel the search press .
NOTES
Recordings shorter than 1 minute per date/
time zone cannot be located with this function.
Date search may not function if the date, time
or data code are not correctly displayed.
If there are sections recorded in different
standards (HDV/DV) on the same tape, the date
search may not work correctly.
FUNC.
(21)
FUNC.
STOP
Playback
Basic Functions
31
Viewing Still Images
1 Holding the lock button pressed
down, set the switch to
PLAY.
2 Move the / switch to
(memory card).
3 Select ( ) the still image.
You can use the joystick to move
through the still images even if the
joystick guide above does not appear
on the screen.
IMPORTANT
Avoid the following actions while the card
access display appears on screen, and
when the CARD access indicator is on or
flashing. Failing to do so may result in
permanent data loss.
- Do not open the memory card slot cover and
do not remove the memory card.
- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off
the camcorder.
- Do not change the position of the
/
switch or the operating mode.
The following may not be displayed correctly.
- Images not recorded with this camcorder.
- Images edited on or uploaded from a
computer.
- Images whose file names have been
changed.
Image Jump
You can jump ahead to a specific image
without having to browse all images one
by one.
T
O
RUN
THROUGH
THE
STILL
IMAGES
Push the joystick ( ) or ( ) and hold
it pressed down.
Release the joystick when the running
number gets to the number of the image
you want to display.
(8)
Playback
32
T
O
SKIP
10
OR
100
STILL
IMAGES
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward .
3 Select ( ) [ JUMP 10 IMAGES]
or [ JUMP 100 IMAGES].
4 Jump ( ) the number of images
selected.
Press ( ) to close the image jump
screen and display the image. You can
press ( ) again to hide the joystick
guide.
Slideshow
1 Press .
2 Select ( ) [ SLIDESHOW] and
press ( ).
3 Select ( ) [START] and press
().
Press to stop the slideshow.
Index Screen
1 Move the zoom lever toward W.
The index screen appears.
2 Select ( , ) an image.
Move the green selection frame to
the image you want to view.
If you have a lot of still images, you
may find it easier to browse entire
index pages instead. Move the zoom
lever toward W to extend the green
selection frame to the whole page, and
move ( ) through index pages.
Move the zoom lever toward T to
return to moving between single
images.
3 Move the zoom lever toward T.
The index screen closes and the
selected image is displayed.
Magnifying the Playback Image
During playback, movies and still images
can be magnified up to 5 times. You can
also select the area to be magnified.
1 Move the zoom lever toward T.
The image is magnified by 2 times
and a frame appears indicating the
position of the magnified area.
To further enlarge the image, move
the zoom lever toward T. To reduce the
magnification, move the zoom lever
toward W.
will appear for images that cannot
be enlarged.
2 Select ( , ) the enlarged area
of the picture with the joystick.
To cancel the magnification, move the
zoom lever toward W until the frame
disappears.
SLIDESHOW
FUNC.
(21)
FUNC.
FUNC.
(8)
Menu Options Lists
Advanced Functions
33
Advanced Functions
Menu Op tions Lists
Menu items not available appear grayed
out. For details about how to select an
item, refer to
Using the Menus
( 21).
FUNC. Menu Options
Mode switch:
[ PROGRAM AE],
[ SHUTTER-PRIO. AE],
[ APERTURE-PRIO. AE],
[ CINE MODE]*
Special scene recording programs:
[ PORTRAIT], [ SPORTS],
[ NIGHT], [ SNOW], [ BEACH],
[ SUNSET], [ SPOTLIGHT],
[ FIREWORKS]
* only.
Mode switch:
[EVALUATIVE],
[ CENT.WEIGHT.AVERAGE],
[SPOT]
Mode switch:
[ AUTO], [ DAYLIGHT],
[ SHADE], [ CLOUDY],
[ TUNGSTEN], [ FLUORESCENT],
[ FLUORESCENT H], [ SET]
Mode switch:
[ IMAGE EFFECT OFF],
[ VIVID], [ NEUTRAL],
[ LOW SHARPENING],
[ SOFT SKIN DETAIL],
[ CUSTOM]
Mode switch:
[ SINGLE], [ CONT.SHOOT.],
[ HISPEED CONT.SHOOT.],
[AEB]
Mode switch:
[ D.EFFECT OFF], [ FADE-T],
[ WIPE], [ BLK&WHT],
[ SEPIA], [ ART]
Mode switch:
[ D.EFFECT OFF], [ BLK&WHT],
[SEPIA]
Size:
When [HD STANDARD] is set to one of
the widescreen (16:9) modes,
[ HDV], [ HDV(PF25)] or [
DV(WIDE)]:
[ STILL I.REC OFF],
[
LW
1920x1080], [
SW
848x480]
Menu Options Lists
Recording programs
(43)
Light metering mode
(52)
White balance
(48)
Image effect
(49)
Drive mode
(54)
Digital effects
(60)
Still image simultaneous recording
( 51)
Menu Options Lists
34
When [HD STANDARD] is set to
[ DV(NORMAL)]:
[ STILL I.REC OFF],
[
M
1440x1080], [
S
640x480]
Quality:
[ SUPER FINE], [ FINE],
[NORMAL]
Size:
[
LW
1920x1080], [L 2048x1536],
[
M
1440x1080], [
S
640x480]
Quality:
[ SUPER FINE], [ FINE],
[NORMAL]
[CANCEL], [EXECUTE]
[CANCEL], [EXECUTE]
Recordings made in HDV ([ HDV] or
[ HDV(PF25)]):
[
LW
S.FINE/1920x1080],
[
LW
FINE/1920x1080],
[
LW
NORMAL/1920x1080]
Recordings made in [ DV(WIDE)]:
[
SW
S.FINE/848x480],
[
SW
FINE/848x480],
[
SW
NORMAL/848x480]
Recordings made in [ DV(NORMAL)]:
[
S
S.FINE/640x480],
[
S
FINE/640x480],
[
S
NORMAL/640x480]
[CANCEL], [START]
Press ( ) to enter the image selection
screen. From that screen, you can
continue to select the still images you
want to protect.
Press ( ) to enter the image selection
screen. From that screen, you can
continue to select the still images for
which you want to set print orders.
Press ( ) to enter the image selection
screen. From that screen, you can
continue to select the still images you
want to mark with a transfer order.
Still image size/quality
( 50)
REC PAUSE
( 69, 70)
END SEARCH
( 30)
Still image capturing
( 52)
SLIDESHOW
( 32)
PROTECT
( 62)
PRINT ORDER
( 80)
TRANSFER ORDER
( 76)
Menu Options Lists
Advanced Functions
35
Setup Menus
Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.)
CAMERA SETUP
Mode switch: or P (only in the
[ PROGRAM AE] recording program)
[ON], [ OFF]
The camcorder automatically uses slow
shutter speeds to obtain brighter
recordings in places with insufficient
lighting.
The camcorder uses shutter speeds
down to 1/25 (1/12 in mode or
in with cinema effect
[ HDV (PF25)]).
: Set the flash mode to
(flash off).
If a trailing afterimage appears, set the
slow shutter to [ OFF].
If (camcorder shake warning)
appears, we recommend stabilizing the
camcorder, for example, by mounting it
on a tripod.
[ OFF], [ 40X], [ 200X]
Determines the operation of the digital
zoom.
When activated, the camcorder will
switch automatically to the digital zoom
when you zoom in beyond the optical
zoom range.
With the digital zoom the image is
digitally processed, so the image
resolution will deteriorate the more you
zoom in.
The digital zoom indicator will appear in
light blue from 10x up to 40x and dark
blue from 40x up to 200x.
The digital zoom cannot be used with
the [ NIGHT] recording program.
A still image cannot be recorded
simultaneously on the memory card while
recording movies using the digital zoom.
[ VARIABLE], [ SPEED 3],
[ SPEED 2], [ SPEED 1]
When set to [ VARIABLE] the zoom
speed depends on how you operate the
zoom lever: Press lightly for a slow zoom;
press harder for faster zooms.
The fastest zoom speed can be
achieved with [ VARIABLE]. Among
the fixed zoom speeds, [ SPEED 3] is
the fastest and [ SPEED 1] the
slowest.
[ INSTANT AF], [ NORMAL AF]
Select how fast the autofocus will
operate.
With [ INSTANT AF] the autofocus
adjusts quickly to a new subject. This is
convenient for example when changing
the focus from a near subject to a far
subject in the background, or when
recording fast moving subjects.
When the optional Wide-converter or
Tele-converter is attached to the
camcorder, it may partially obstruct the
Instant AF sensor. Set the AF mode to
[ NORMAL AF].
A.SL SHUTTER
D.ZOOM
ZOOM SPEED
AF MODE
Menu Options Lists
36
[ AUTO], [ OFF]
Mode switch:
[ ON:AiAF], [ ON:CENTER],
[OFF]
Mode switch:
[ON], [ OFF]
The image stabilizer compensates for
camcorder shake even at full telephoto.
The image stabilizer is designed to
compensate for a normal degree of
camcorder shake.
The image stabilizer may not be
effective when recording in dark places
using the [ NIGHT] recording program.
The image stabilizer cannot be turned
off when the mode switch is set to .
We recommend setting the image
stabilizer to [ OFF] when using a
tripod.
[ON], [OFF]
Recording/Video Input Setup (HD Standard, DV Recording Mode, etc.)
REC/IN SETUP
[ HDV], [ HDV(PF25)],
[ DV(WIDE)], [ DV(NORMAL)]
Selects the video standard of the
recording and in DV standard also the
aspect ratio.
[ HDV]: High-definition video at 1080i
specifications with 16:9 aspect ratio.
[ HDV(PF25)]: High-definition
video at 1080i specifications for recording
with a progressive frame rate of 25 fps.
When combined with the [ CINE
MODE] recording program ( 43) to get
the 25p Cinema Mode, the cinematic look
will be enhanced.
[ DV(WIDE)]: Standard-definition
video with 16:9 aspect ratio.
[ DV(NORMAL)]: Standard-definition
video with 4:3 aspect ratio.
We recommend not mixing recordings
made in different video standards on the
same tape.
During the playback of a recording
made in [ HDV(PF25)], will
appear on the screen (not ).
Playing back a widescreen recording:
TV
sets compatible with the WSS system will
automatically switch to wide (16:9) mode.
Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the
TV manually. To play back on a TV with
normal aspect ratio (4:3) change the [TV
TYPE] setting accordingly ( 38).
AF AST LAMP
( 57)
FOCUS PRI.
( 53)
IMG STAB
SELF TIMER
( 58)
HD STANDARD
Menu Options Lists
Advanced Functions
37
[STD PLAY], [ LONG PLAY]
When [HD STANDARD] is set to one of
the DV standards, you can change the
video quality and as a result, also the
recording time available on the tape.
Recording in LP mode extends the
available recording time on the tape 1.5
times.
Depending on the condition of the tape
(long usage, imperfections, etc.) you may
notice some video problems (blocky video
artifacts, banding, etc.) in the playback
picture when playing back recordings
made in LP mode. We recommend using
the SP mode for important recordings.
If you make recordings in both SP and
LP modes on the same tape, during
playback you may notice some video
problems in the picture at the point where
the recording mode changes.
When playing back in this camcorder
tapes recorded in LP mode with other
devices or vice versa, you may notice
some problems in the playback picture or
the sound may stop briefly.
[ 16bit], [ 12bit]
When [HD STANDARD] is set to one of
the DV standards, you can change the
audio quality.
[ 16bit]: To record sound at the
highest quality.
[ 12bit]: If you will dub audio or add a
music track later with an external device.
Mode switch:
[ AUTO], [ OFF ]
The camcorder automatically reduces the
background sound of wind when
recording outdoors.
The wind screen cannot be turned off
when the mode switch is set to .
[ON], [OFF]
[OFF], [ 2sec], [ 4sec],
[ 6sec], [ 8sec], [ 10sec]
Selects the time to display a still image
after it has been recorded.
You can erase ( 62) the still image
while you are reviewing it (or immediately
after recording it, if set to [ OFF]).
This menu item will not be available
when the drive mode ( 54) is set to
(continuous shooting), (high-
speed continuous shooting) or (auto
exposure bracketing).
If you press while reviewing a
still image, it will continue to be displayed
indefinitely. Press halfway to
return to the normal display.
[ON], [OFF]
DV REC MODE
DV AUDIO
DV
DV
WIND SCREEN
MIC ATT
(58)
REVIEW
AV DV
(71)
DISP.
PHOTO
Menu Options Lists
38
[ RESET], [CONTINUOUS]
Select the image numbering method to be
used when you insert a new memory
card.
Images are automatically assigned
consecutive image numbers from 0101 to
9900, and stored in folders containing up
to 100 images. Folders are numbered
from 101 to 998.
[ RESET]: Image numbers will restart
from 101-0101 every time you insert a
new memory card.
[ CONTINUOUS]: Image numbers will
continue from the number following that
of the last image recorded with the
camcorder.
If the memory card you insert already
contains an image with a larger number, a
new image will be assigned a number one
higher than that of the last image on the
memory card.
We recommend using the
[ CONTINUOUS] setting.
Card Ope rations (Initializatio n, Erase All Im ages, etc.)
CARD OPERATIONS
[NO], [YES]
[NO], [YES]
[NO], [YES]
[CANCEL], [INITIALIZE], [COMPL.INIT.]
Playback/Vid eo Output Setu p (Playback Standar d, Component Video Out, DV Out etc.)
PLAY/OUT SETUP*
* In mode, the following menu
options are divided into two menus,
[ PLAY/OUT SETUP1] and
[ PLAY/OUT SETUP2]; this will be
indicated with the respective menu icon.
[ AUTO], [ HDV], [ DV]
Select the video standard to be used for
playback.
[ AUTO]: Switches automatically
between standards (HDV/DV) during
playback.
[ HDV], [ DV]: Plays back only the
recordings made in the selected
standard.
[ NORMAL TV],
[ WIDE TV]
In order to display the picture in full and in
the correct aspect ratio, select the setting
according to the type of television to
which you will connect the camcorder.
[ NORMAL TV]: TV sets with 4:3
aspect ratio.
[ WIDE TV]: TV sets with 16:9
aspect ratio.
FILE NOS.
PRINT ORD.ALL ERASE
( 81)
TRANS.ORD.ALL ERASE
( 77)
ERASE ALL IMAGES
( 62)
INITIALIZE
( 63)
PLAYBACK STD
TV TYPE
Menu Options Lists
Advanced Functions
39
This setting will be unavailable while
the camcorder is connected to an
external device using the HDMI cable.
[ L/R], [ L/L], [ R/R]
You can select the audio channel to use
during the playback of a tape with audio
recorded on two channels.
[ L/R]: Left and Right channels
(stereo) / Main + Sub tracks (bilingual).
[ L/L]: Left channel only (stereo) / Main
track only (bilingual).
[ R/R]: Right channel only (stereo) /
Sub track only (bilingual).
[ STEREO1], [ STEREO2],
[ MIX/FIXED], [ MIX/VAR.]
You can select the audio track to use
during the playback of a tape with audio
dubbed over the recording.
[ STEREO1]: Original sound only.
[ STEREO2]: Dubbed audio only.
[ MIX/FIXED]: Mixed audio with the
original sound and dubbed audio at the
same level.
[ MIX/VAR.]: Mixed audio where the
balance between the original sound ( )
and the dubbed audio ( ) can be
adjusted.
When [AUDIO OUT] is set to [ MIX/
VAR.], adjust ( ) the sound balance
with the joystick.
The camcorder will retain the audio
balance adjustment; however if you turn
off the camcorder, [AUDIO OUT] will be
reset to [ STEREO1].
[ AV], [ PHONES]
When [AV/PHONES] is set to
[ PHONES], adjust ( ) the volume
of the headphones with the joystick.
* In mode, adjust the volume
using the joystick guide ( 29).
[ 576i], [ 1080i/576i]
You can select the video specifications to
use when connecting the camcorder to a
high-definition TV using the video
component connection.
[ 576i]: To use the 576i specification
(standard definition).
[ 1080i/576i]: To use the full 1080i high
definition specification when possible, or
switch automatically to 576i specification
when 1080i is not supported by the TV.
Select the [PLAYBACK STD] and
[COMP.OUT] settings according to the
specifications you want to use for
playback on a high-definition TV. Refer to
the table below.
When the playback standard selected is
different from that of the original recording,
no video will be output.
OUTPUT CH
AUDIO OUT
MIX BALANCE
AV/PHONES
(28)
PHONES VOL.
COMP.OUT
*
Menu Options Lists
40
This setting will be unavailable while
the camcorder is connected to an
external device using the HDMI cable.
[ DV LOCKED], [ HDV/DV]
You can select the video standard to use
when connecting to an external device
using the HDV/DV terminal.
[ HDV/DV]: Switch
automatically between standards to
match the original standard of the
recordings.
[ DV LOCKED]: All video output will
be in DV standard (recordings made in
HDV will be down-converted).
Select the [PLAYBACK STD] and [DV
OUTPUT] settings according to the
specifications you want to use for
playback on a high-definition TV. Refer to
the table below.
The DV output cannot be changed
while a DV cable is connected to the
HDV/DV terminal.
NOTES
About the [HDMI OUT] display
[HDMI OUT] appears at the bottom of the
[ PLAY/OUT SETUP2] menu screen in
mode ([ PLAY/OUT SETUP]
menu in other modes). This is not a selectable
menu option, but rather an information item that
displays the specification of the video output
when the camcorder is connected to an
external device using the HDMI cable. For
further details about the HDMI connection, refer
to 67.
DV OUTPUT
Settings for Video Output from the COMPONENT OUT Terminal
Settings for Video Output from the HDV/DV Terminal
Video Output
Signal
Standard of the
Recording on the
Tape
[PLAYBACK STD] Setting [COMP.OUT] Setting
High
Definition
(1080i)
HDV
[ AUTO] or [ HDV] [ 1080i/576i]
Standard
Definition
(576i)
[ AUTO] or [ HDV] [ 576i]
DV
[ AUTO] or [ DV] [ 1080i/576i] or [ 576i]
Video Output
Signal
Standard of the
Recording on the
Tape
[PLAYBACK STD] Setting [DV OUTPUT] Setting
High
Definition
(1080i)
HDV
[ AUTO] or [ HDV] [ HDV/DV]
Standard
Definition
(576i)
[ AUTO] or [ HDV] [ DV LOCKED]
DV
[ AUTO] or [ DV] [ HDV/DV] or
[ DV LOCKED]
Menu Options Lists
Advanced Functions
41
Display Setu p (LCD Brightness , Language, etc .)
DISPLAY SETUP
Adjust ( ) the brightness of the LCD
display with the joystick.
Changing the brightness of the LCD
display does not affect that of the
viewfinder or the recordings.
[ OFF], [ LEVEL(WHT)],
[ LEVEL(GRY)], [ GRID(WHT)],
[ GRID(GRY)]
You can display a grid or a horizontal line
at the center of the screen. The markers
are available in white or gray. Use the
markers as a reference to make sure your
subject is framed correctly (vertically and/
or horizontally).
Using the markers will not affect the
recordings on the tape or memory card.
[ OFF], [ ZEBRA(70%)],
[ ZEBRA(100%)], [ PEAKING]
You can use the assist functions to make
sure you adjust the focus and exposure
correctly.
[ZEBRA]: A striped pattern (zebra
pattern) will appear over areas of the
picture that are overexposed (too bright).
[ ZEBRA(70%)] is more sensitive
than [ ZEBRA(100%)].
[ PEAKING]: The silhouettes of
objects in the picture will be emphasized
in order to allow you to focus manually
more easily.
Using the assist functions will not affect
the recordings on the tape or memory card.
[ON], [OFF]
[ON]*, [ OFF]
When set to [ ON], the camcorder’s
on-screen displays will appear also on the
screen of a connected TV or monitor.
You can also use on the wireless
controller.
When the the data code is displayed on
the camcorder’s screen, the same
information will also appear on a
connected TV regardless of the [TV
SCREEN] setting. Turn off the data code
display by repeatedly pressing .
* The default value is [ OFF] in the
playback modes.
[ON], [OFF]
When you start playing back a tape or
when the date of the recording changes,
the date and time will be displayed for 6
seconds.
[DATE], [TIME], [DATE & TIME],
[ CAMERA DATA]
BRIGHTNESS
MARKERS
ASSIST FUNC.
AUDIO LEVEL
(59)
TV SCREEN
6SEC.DATE
DATA CODE
(55)
DISP.
DISP.
Menu Options Lists
42
[DEUTSCH], [ENGLISH], [ESPAÑOL],
[FRANÇAIS], [ITALIANO], [POLSKI],
[ ], [TÜRKÇE], [ ],
[ ], [ ], [ ],
[ ], [ ], [ ], [ ],
[]
[ON], [ OFF]
The demonstration mode displays the
camcorder’s main features. It starts
automatically when the camcorder is
powered with the power adapter if you
leave it turned on without loading a
recording media for more than 5 minutes.
To cancel the demo mode once it
started, press any button, turn off the
camcorder or load a recording media.
System Setup (B eep, etc.)
SYSTEM SETUP
[ON], [ OFF ]
Allows the camcorder to be operated with
the wireless controller.
[ HIGH VOLUME],
[ LOW VOLUME], [ OFF]
A beep will accompany some operations
like turning on the camcorder, the self-
timer countdown, etc. It also serves as a
warning beep under unusual conditions.
[ON], [ OFF]
In order to save power when the
camcorder is powered by a battery pack,
it will automatically shut off if left without
any operation for 5 minutes.
Approximately 30 seconds before the
camcorder shuts off, the message
AUTO POWER OFF” will appear.
You can verify the current version of the
camcorder’s firmware. This menu option
is usually grayed out.
Date/Time Setup
DATE/TIME SETUP
[Y.M.D (2007.1.1 AM 12:00)],
[M.D,Y (JAN. 1, 2007 12:00 AM)],
[D.M.Y (1.JAN.2007 12:00 AM)]
Changes the date format for on-screen
displays and for date printing.
LANGUAGE
( 22)
DEMO MODE
WL.REMOTE
BEEP
POWER SAVE
FIRMWARE
T.ZONE/DST
( 22)
DATE/TIME
( 23)
DATE FORMAT
Recording Programs
Advanced Functions
43
Recording Programs
Using the Recording Programs
Auto
The camcorder adjusts the focus,
exposure and other settings
automatically, allowing you to just
point and shoot.
Special Scene Recording Programs ( 45)
[ PORTRAIT]
The camcorder uses a
large aperture, achieving a
focus on the subject while
blurring other distracting
details.
[SNOW]
Use this mode to record
in bright ski resorts. It
prevents the subject from
being underexposed.
[ CINE MODE]
*
Give a cinematic look to
your recordings.
* only.
[ SPORTS]
Use this mode to record
sports scenes such as
tennis or golf.
[BEACH]
Use this mode to record
on a sunny beach. It
prevents the subject from
being underexposed.
[ SPOTLIGHT]
Use this mode to record
spotlit scenes.
[NIGHT]
Use this mode to record in
low-light conditions.
[ SUNSET]
Use this mode to record
sunsets in vibrant colors.
[FIREWORKS]
Use this mode to record
fireworks.
[ PROGRAM AE]
The camcorder sets the
aperture and shutter speed.
[ SHUTTER-PRIO. AE]
You select the shutter
speed.
[ APERTURE-PRIO. AE]
You select the aperture
value.
:
Flexible Recording Programs ( 44)
Recording Programs
44
Flexible Recording: Changing the
Aperture and Shutter Speed
Use the automatic exposure (AE)
program or give priority to the exposure
value or the shutter speed.
POINTS TO CHECK
* : Only settings other than
[CINE MODE].
Mode switch:
Options
Default value
* only.
T
O
SET
THE
APERTURE
VALUE
OR
SHUTTER
SPEED
When you select [ SHUTTER-
PRIO.AE] or [ APERTURE-PRIO.AE],
a numeric value will appear next to the
recording program icon.
1 If the joystick guide appears on the
screen, press ( ) to hide it.
2 Adjust ( ) the shutter speed or
aperture to the desired value.
Shutter speed guidelines
(8)
[ PROGRAM AE]
The camcorder automatically adjusts the
aperture and shutter speed to obtain the
optimal exposure for the subject.
[ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE]
Set the shutter speed value. The
camcorder automatically sets the
appropriate aperture value. Use a high
shutter speed to record fast moving
subjects or a slow shutter speed to add
motion blur, emphasizing the feel of
movement.
[ APERTURE-PRIO.AE]
Set the aperture value. The camcorder
automatically sets the appropriate shutter
speed. Use low aperture values (larger
lens opening) to softly blur the background
in a portrait or high aperture values
(smaller lens opening) to get a wider depth
of field, giving a sharp focus all throughout
a landscape.
*
[CINE MODE]*
The camcorder adjusts various image
settings to give a cinematic look to your
recordings. The effect will be enhanced
when this recording mode is combined
with the [ HDV(PF25)] setting
( 36) to get the 25p Cinema Mode.
FUNC.
(21)
Icon of the currently selected
Recording Program
Desired option
1/6, 1/12, 1/25
with cinema effect
[ HDV (PF25)]
1/6, 1/12, 1/25
1/2, 1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25
For recording subjects in dark places.
1/50
1/50
For general recordings.
1/120
1/120
For recording indoor sports scenes.
FUNC.
FUNC.
Recording Programs
Advanced Functions
45
Note that on screen only the denominator
is displayed – [ 250] indicates a
shutter speed of 1/250 second, etc.
Available Aperture Values
[1.8], [2.0], [2.4], [2.8], [3.4],
[4.0], [4.8], [5.6], [6.7], [8.0]
[2.8], [3.4], [4.0], [4.8], [5.6],
[6.7], [8.0]
NOTES
When the mode switch is set to , the
joystick guide will not appear.
Do not change the position of the mode
switch while recording, as the brightness of the
image may change abruptly.
When setting a numeric value (aperture or
shutter speed), the number display will flash if
the aperture or shutter speed is not appropriate
for the recording conditions. In such case,
select a different value.
[ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE]
- If you use a slow shutter speed in dark places,
you can obtain a brighter image, but the image
quality may be lower, and the autofocus may
not work well.
- The image may flicker when recording with
high shutter speeds.
[ APERTURE-PRIO.AE]
- The actual range of values available for
selection will vary depending on the initial zoom
position.
Special Scene: Recording Programs to
Match Special Conditions
Recording in a very bright ski resort or
capturing the full colors of a sunset or a
fireworks display becomes as easy as
selecting a Special Scene recording
program.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch:
NOTES
Do not change the position of the mode
switch while recording, as the brightness of the
image may change abruptly.
[ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/[ BEACH]/
[ SNOW]
- The picture may not appear smooth during
playback.
[PORTRAIT]
- The blur effect of the background increases
the more you zoom in (
T
).
1/250, 1/500, 1/1000
1/250, 1/500
For recording from within a car or train, or
for recording moving subjects such as
roller coasters.
1/2000
For recording outdoor sports such as golf
or tennis on sunny days.
(8)
FUNC.
(21)
Icon of the currently selected
Recording Program
Last icon on the right
(icon of the currently selected
Special Scene
)
Desired option
FUNC.
FUNC.
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
46
[ NIGHT]
- Moving subjects may leave a trailing
afterimage.
- Picture quality may not be as good as in other
modes.
- White points may appear on the screen.
- Autofocus may not work as well as in other
modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually.
[ SNOW]/[ BEACH]
- The subject may become overexposed on
cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the
image on the screen.
[ FIREWORKS]
- To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend
using a tripod. Make sure to use a tripod
especially in , as the shutter speed
slows down.
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
Manual Exposure Adjustment and
Automatic Backlight Correction
At times, backlit subjects may appear too
dark (underexposed) or subjects under
very strong lights may appear too bright
or glaring (overexposed). To correct this
you can use the automatic backlight
correction or manually adjust the
exposure.
Automatic Backlight Correction
When shooting subjects with a strong
light source behind them, you can have
the camcorder automatically correct for
the backlight with the press of a single
button.
Press .
appears.
Press again to end the backlight
correction mode.
Manual Exposure Adjustment
POINTS TO CHECK
Adjusting the Picture:
Exposure, Focus and Color
(8)
BLC
BLC
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
Advanced Functions
47
Mode switch: (except for the
[ FIREWORKS] recording program).
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward [EXP].
If [EXP] does not appear on the
joystick guide, repeatedly push the
joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display
the joystick guide in the illustration
above.
The exposure adjustment indicator
and the neutral value “±0”
appear on the screen.
If you operate the zoom while the
exposure is locked, the brightness of
the image may change.
3 Adjust ( ) the brightness of the
image as required.
The adjustment range and the length
of the exposure adjustment indicator
will vary depending on the initial
brightness of the picture.
Pushing the joystick ( ) toward
[EXP] again will return the camcorder
to automatic exposure.
Manual Focus Adjustment
Autofocus may not work well on the
following subjects. In such case, focus
manually.
Reflective surfaces
Subjects with low contrast or
without vertical lines
Fast moving subjects
Through wet windows
Night scenes
POINTS TO CHECK
Adjust the zoom before you start the
procedure.
Mode switch:
1 Press .
“MF” appears.
2 Adjust the focus as necessary with
the FOCUS dial until the image
appears focused.
Pressing again will return the
camcorder to autofocus.
NOTES
The camcorder will automatically return to
autofocus when you set the mode switch to .
Infinity Focus
Use this function when you wish to focus
on faraway subjects such as mountains or
fireworks.
(8)
FOCUS
FOCUS
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
48
1 Adjust the zoom.
2 In autofocus mode, keep
pressed down for more than 2
seconds.
appears.
Pressing
again will return the
camcorder to autofocus.
Operating the zoom or the FOCUS
dial will return the camcorder to
manual focus adjustment (MF).
Focus Assist Functions
The focus assist function will magnify the
center of the picture and emphasize the
outlines of the objects on screen
(peaking) to make it easier for you to
focus manually.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch:
1 Press .
“MF” appears.
2 Press .
The center of the picture will be
magnified and the silhouettes will be
emphasized.
3 Adjust the focus as necessary with
the FOCUS dial until the image
appears focused.
NOTES
Using the focus assist functions will not affect
the recordings on the tape or memory card.
When you start recording, the assist functions
will be canceled.
You can also apply the peaking function
(without the magnification) by setting [ASSIST
FUNC.] to [ PEAKING] ( 41). In that
case, the peaking function will not be canceled
even when you start recording.
In mode, you can also use the
focus assist functions after pressing
halfway.
The camcorder will automatically return to
autofocus when you set the mode switch to .
White Balance
The white balance function helps you
accurately reproduce colors under
different lighting conditions so that white
objects will always look truly white in your
recordings.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch: (except for the Special
Scene recording programs)
Options
Default value
(8)
FOCUS
FOCUS
FOCUS
FOCUS ASSIST
(8)
[ AUTO]
Settings are automatically set by the
camcorder. Use this setting for outdoor
scenes.
[DAYLIGHT]
For recording outdoors on a bright day.
[ SHADE]
For recording in shaded places.
[ CLOUDY]
For recording on a cloudy day.
PHOTO
Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
Advanced Functions
49
* When you select [ SET], do not press
and continue instead with the
procedure below.
T
O
SET
THE
CUSTOM
WHITE
BALANCE
1 Point the camcorder at a white
object, zoom in until it fills the
whole screen and press ( ).
When the adjustment is completed
stops flashing and stays on. The
camcorder retains the custom setting
even if you turn off the camcorder.
2 Press to save the setting and
close the menu.
NOTES
When you select the custom white balance
[SET]:
- Make the white balance adjustment in a place
with sufficient light.
- Set [D.ZOOM] to [ OFF] ( 35).
- Readjust the white balance if the lighting
conditions change.
- Very rarely and depending on the light source,
may keep on flashing instead of staying on.
Even in that case, the white balance would be
properly adjusted and the results should be
better than with [ AUTO].
Custom white balance may provide better
results in the following cases:
- Changing lighting conditions
- Close-ups
- Subjects in a single color (sky, sea or forest)
- Under mercury lamps and certain types of
fluorescent lights
Depending on the type of fluorescent light,
optimal color balance may not be obtained with
[ FLUORESCENT] or [ FLUORESCENT
H]. If the color looks unnatural, adjust it using
[ AUTO] or [ SET].
Image Effects
You can use the image effects to change
the color saturation and contrast of your
recordings.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch: (except for the Special
Scene recording programs)
Options
Default value
[ TUNGSTEN]
For recording under tungsten and tungsten
type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting.
[ FLUORESCENT]
For recording under warm white, cool
white or warm white type (3-wavelength)
fluorescent lighting.
[ FLUORESCENT H]
For recording under daylight or daylight
type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting.
[SET]
Use the custom white balance for special
situations not covered by the other options.
The custom white balance will ensure that
white subjects appear white under various
lighting conditions.
FUNC.
(21)
Icon of the currently selected
White Balance
Desired option*
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
(8)
[ IMAGE EFFECT OFF]
Records with no image enhancing effects.
[ VIVID]
Emphasizes the contrast and color
saturation.
Still Image Recording Options
50
* When you select [ CUSTOM], do not
press and continue instead with the
procedure below.
T
O
SET
THE
CUSTOM
IMAGE
EFFECT
1 Press ( ).
2 Select ( ) each of the custom
setting options and adjust ( ) as
desired.
3 Press ( ) to save the custom
image effect.
4 Press to close the menu.
Still Image Recording Options
Selecting the Size and Quality of Still
Images
Still images are recorded on the memory
card using the JPEG (Joint Photographic
Experts Group) compression. As a
general rule select a larger image size for
higher quality.
Options
Approximate number of still images that
can be recorded on different sizes of
memory cards with the following quality
settings:
: [SUPER FINE], : [FINE],
: [NORMAL].
On a 32 MB memory card
On a 128 MB memory card
[ NEUTRAL]
Tones down the contrast and color
saturation.
[ LOW SHARPENING]
Records subjects with softened outlines.
[ SOFT SKIN DETAIL]
Softens the details in the skin tone area for
a more complimentary appearance.
[ CUSTOM]
Allows you to adjust the brightness,
contrast, sharpness, and color depth of the
image.
[COL.DEPTH]: (–) Shallower colors,
(+) Richer color tonality
[BRIGHTN.]: (–) Darker picture,
(+) Brighter picture
[CONTRAST]: (–) Flatter picture,
(+) More defined light and
shade
[SHARPNESS]: (–) Vaguer outlines,
(+) Sharper outlines
FUNC.
(21)
Icon of the currently selected
Image Effect
Desired option*
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
Still Image Recording
Options
(8)
Image Size
LW
1920x1080 20 30 60
L
2048x1536 10 20 40
M
1440x1080 25 40 80
SW
848x480* 105 155 310
S
640x480 140 205 375
Image Size
LW
1920x1080 90 135 265
L
2048x1536 60 85 180
M
1440x1080 120 180 350
SW
848x480* 455 650 1,300
S
640x480 600 865 1,560
Still Image Recording Options
Advanced Functions
51
On a 512 MB memory card
* This size is only available for recording
simultaneously on the tape and memory card
( 51) or for capturing a still image from the
playback picture ( 52).
Default value
* The number displayed on the right corner
indicates the approximate number of images
that can be recorded with the current quality/
size setting.
NOTES
Depending on the number of images on the
memory card (Windows: more than 1,800
images; Macintosh: more than 1,000 images),
you may not be able to download images to a
computer. Try using a card reader.
Connection to a PictBridge compatible printer
will not work when the memory card contains
more than 1,800 images. For best performance,
we recommend keeping the number of images
on the memory card under 100.
When printing still images, use the following
guidelines as a reference for selecting the print
size.
Capturing a Still Image while Recording
Movies
You can record still images on the
memory card even while the camcorder is
set to mode. You can also
capture simultaneously, as a still image
on the memory card, the same picture
you are recording as video on the tape.
The size and quality of the still image can
be selected.
POINTS TO CHECK
Select the size and quality of the still
image in record pause mode before you
start recording.
Default value
Image Size
LW
1920x1080 350 525 1,040
L
2048x1536 235 350 700
M
1440x1080 470 700 1,370
SW
848x480* 1,775 2,515 5,030
S
640x480 2,320 3,355 6,040
L
2048x1536/FINE
FUNC.
(21)
Icon of the currently selected
Image Quality/Size
Desired image size*
Press ( )
Desired image quality*
FUNC.
FUNC.
Image Size Recommended Use
L
2048x1536 To print photos up to A4
size.
M
1440x1080 To print photos up to L
size (9 x 13 cm) or
postcard size (10 x
14.8 cm).
S
640x480 To send images as
e-mail attachments or to
post on the Web. Select
this size also to be able
to record more still
images if memory card
capacity is limited.
(8)
STILL I.REC OFF
Still Image Recording Options
52
* The number displayed on the right corner
indicates the approximate number of images
that can be recorded with the current quality/
size setting.
Press to capture the still
image on the memory card.
The still image is recorded on the memory
card while the screen continues to show
the video recording.
NOTES
The still image cannot be recorded on the
memory card while using the digital zoom or
while a digital effect is activated.
To record still images we recommend using
the mode, which offers the best
quality for still images.
Capturing a Still Image from the
Playback Picture
While you are playing back a tape you
can capture the picture as a still image on
the memory card. The quality of the
captured still image can be selected but
its size cannot be changed (it will depend
on the recording standard of the tape
being played back).
T
O
CAPTURE
THE
STILL
IMAGE
1 Pause the playback when the scene
you want to capture as a still image
appears.
You can also use the frame-by-frame
playback to find the exact picture you
want to capture.
2 Press .
NOTES
The data code of the still image will reflect the
date and time of the original recording on the
tape.
The still image cannot be captured on the
memory card if [TV TYPE] is set to
[ NORMAL TV]. Set it to [ WIDE TV]
instead ( 38).
A still image captured from a scene with lots
of fast movement may be blurred.
Light Metering Mode
The camcorder measures the light
reflected from the subject in order to
calculate the optimal exposure settings.
Depending on the subject, you may want
to change the way the light is measured
and evaluated.
FUNC.
(21)
Icon of the currently selected
Still Image Simultaneous
Recording
option
Desired image size*
Press ( )
Desired image quality*
FUNC.
FUNC.
PHOTO
(8)
FUNC.
(21)
Icon of the currently selected
Still Image Capturing
option
Desired image quality
FUNC.
FUNC.
PHOTO
Still Image Recording Options
Advanced Functions
53
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch: (except for the Special
Scene recording programs)
Options
Default value
Automatic Focus Priority
When the focus priority is activated, the
camcorder records a still image only after
the focus has been adjusted
automatically.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch at : The focus priority
cannot be turned off.
Mode switch at
: You can turn off the
focus priority and you can also select the
AF (autofocus) mode to be used.
Options
Default value
* Except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording
program.
(8)
[EVALUATIVE]
Appropriate for standard shooting
conditions, including backlit scenes. The
camcorder divides the picture into several
areas and the light is measured in all of
them to achieve the optimal exposure for
the subject.
[ CENT.WEIGHT.AVERAGE]
Averages the light metered from the entire
screen, giving more weight to the subject
in the center.
[ SPOT]
Meters only the area within the spot AE
point frame. Use this setting to adjust the
exposure to match the subject in the center
of the screen.
FUNC.
(21)
Icon of the currently selected
Light Metering Mode
Desired option
FUNC.
FUNC.
(8)
[ ON:AiAF]
(Mode switch: *, )
Depending on the shooting conditions, one
or more AF frames out of the nine frames
available are automatically selected and
the focus is fixed on them.
[ ON:CENTER]
(Mode switch: *)
In this mode, a single focusing frame
appears in the center of the screen and the
focus is automatically fixed on it. This is
convenient for making sure the focus is
exactly where you want it.
[ OFF]
Select this option if you wish to record a
still image as soon as you press .
FUNC.
(21)
MENU
CAMERA SETUP
FOCUS PRI.
Desired option
PHOTO
FUNC.
FUNC.
Still Image Recording Options
54
NOTES
In the [ FIREWORKS] recording program the
focus priority is automatically set to [ OFF].
Continuous Shooting and Exposure
Bracketing
Take a series of pictures of a moving
subject or record the same picture in 3
levels of exposure in order to choose later
the picture you like the best.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch: (except for the
[ FIREWORKS] recording program).
Options
Default value
C
ONTINUOUS
S
HOOTING
/
H
IGH
-S
PEED
C
ONTINUOUS
S
HOOTING
1 Press halfway to activate
the autofocus.
2 Press fully and hold it
pressed down.
A series of still images will be
recorded as long as you hold the
button pressed down.
A
UTO
E
XPOSURE
B
RACKETING
Press , first halfway to activate
the autofocus and then fully to record
the still image.
Three still images in different exposures
will be recorded on the memory card.
NOTES
The speed and maximum number of
continuous shots is as follows.
- [ CONT.SHOOT.]: Approx. 2.5 images/
second
- [ HISPEED CONT.SHOOT.]: Approx. 4.1
images/second
- Continuous Shooting with flash: Approx. 1.7
images/second
- Maximum number of shots: 60 still images
These figures are approximate and vary with
the recording conditions and subjects.
The actual number of images per second will
be lower when “ ” (camcorder shake
warning) is displayed on the screen.
(8)
[SINGLE]
Records a single still image.
[ CONT.SHOOT. ]
(Continuous Shooting),
[ HISPEED CONT.SHOOT. ]
(High-Speed Continuous Shooting)
Captures a series of still images as long as
you hold
pressed down. For the
number of frames per second, refer to the
table below.
[ AEB] (Auto Exposure Bracketing)
The camcorder records a still image in
three different exposures (dark, normal,
light in 1/2 EV steps), allowing you to
choose the shot you like the best.
PHOTO
FUNC.
(21)
Icon of the currently selected
Drive Mode
Desired option
FUNC.
FUNC.
PHOTO
PHOTO
PHOTO
Other Functions
Advanced Functions
55
Other Func tions
On-Screen Displays
The camcorder keeps a data code
containing the date and time and other
camera data (shutter speed, aperture,
etc.) registered at the time of recording.
You can select the data to be displayed.
Turning the On-Screen Displays On/Off
Repeatedly press to turn the on-
screen displays on/off in the following
sequence.
,
All displays on Æ Only tape-related
displays
1
On-screen displays + Data code
2
on Æ
Only on-screen displays on Æ
Only tape-related displays (in stop mode
or playback pause) or All displays off
(during playback)
On-screen displays + Histogram
3
/Data
code on Æ Only on-screen displays on Æ
All displays off
1
Tape related displays: Tape operation icon,
time code and remaining tape display.
2
Data code: Time, date and camera data at the
time of recording. The contents to be
displayed can be selected as explained in the
following section.
3
Histogram display: For still images you can
display the complete camera data registered
at the time of recording. For details on how to
read the histogram display, refer to the
following section.
Selecting the Data Code
You can select the data code to be
displayed when playing back movies.
Options
Default value
Other Functions
DISP.
[ DATE], [ TIME]
Displays the date or time when the scene
or still image was recorded.
[ DATE & TIME]
Displays both the date and time of the
recording.
[ CAMERA DATA]
Displays the aperture (f-stop) and shutter
speed used when recording the image.
FUNC.
(21)
MENU
DISPLAY SETUP/
DATA CODE
Desired option
FUNC.
FUNC.
Other Functions
56
Reading the Histogram Display
When viewing still images you can
display the histogram and the icons of all
the functions used at the time of
recording. Use the histogram as a
reference to verify the correct exposure of
the still image.
The area to the right of the histogram
represents highlights and the left side
represents shadows. A still image whose
histogram skews to the right is relatively
bright; while one whose histogram peaks
to the left, is relatively dark.
NOTES
The histogram display will appear also after
recording a still image while reviewing it within
the time set for the [REVIEW] option (or
immediately after recording it, if [REVIEW] is set
to [ OFF]).
Flash
You can use the built-in flash for
recording still images in dark places. The
flash features the red-eye reduction
function.
POINTS TO CHECK
Select a recording program other than
[ FIREWORKS].
Options
Default value
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward .
If does not appear on the joystick
guide, repeatedly push the joystick
( ) toward [NEXT] to display the
joystick guide in the illustration above.
Repeatedly push the joystick ( )
toward to cycle between the flash
modes.
The display disappears after 4
seconds.
Shadows
Pixel Count
Highlights
(8)
(auto)
The flash fires automatically according to
the brightness of the subject.
(red-eye reduction, auto)
The assist lamp lights up to reduce the
red-eye effect. The flash fires automatically
according to the brightness of the subject.
(flash on)
The flash always fires.
(flash off)
The flash does not fire.
Other Functions
Advanced Functions
57
3 Press , first halfway to
activate the autofocus and then
fully to record the still image.
T
O
USE
THE
OPTIONAL
VFL-1 V
IDEO
F
LASH
L
IGHT
You can attach the optional VFL-1 Video
Flash Light to the advanced accessory
shoe if you want a more powerful flash
than the built-in flash. The procedure for
setting the flash mode is the same as
described above. For details about
attaching and using the flash, refer to the
instruction manual of the VFL-1. The
VFL-1 can also be used as a video light.
When a video accessory is attached to
the advanced accessory shoe, will
appear on the screen.
NOTES
The practical range of the built-in flash is
approx. 1 to 2 m. The practical range with the
VFL-1 Video Flash Light attached is approx. 1
to 4 m. In any case, the actual range will
depend on the recording conditions.
The range of the flash decreases in
continuous shooting mode.
For the red-eye reduction function to be
effective, the subject needs to look at the assist
lamp. The degree of reduction depends on the
distance and on each individual.
The flash will not fire in the following cases:
- When you manually adjust the exposure in
(auto) or (red-eye reduction) mode.
- During auto exposure bracketing.
The flash mode cannot be selected when the
exposure is locked.
We do not recommend using the flash when
the optional Wide-converter or Tele-converter is
attached; its shadow can appear on the screen.
About the AF-Assist Lamp:
While you press
halfway, if the subject is too dark the
assist lamp may light up briefly in order to
enable the camcorder to focus more accurately
(AF-assist lamp). You can also set [AF AST
LAMP] to [ OFF] so the assist lamp does
not light up.
- The camcorder may not be able to focus even
if the AF-assist lamp is on.
- The brightness of the AF-assist lamp could be
an inconvenience. Consider turning it off in
public places such as restaurants or theaters.
Mini Video Light
You can turn on the mini video light
(assist lamp) at any time regardless of the
recording program.
Press .
appears on the screen.
Press again to turn the mini
video light off.
T
O
USE
THE
OPTIONAL
VL-3 V
IDEO
L
IGHT
You can attach the optional VL-3 Video
Light to the advanced accessory shoe if
you want a more powerful video light the
built-in mini video light. For details about
attaching and using the video light, refer
to the instruction manual of the VL-3.
When a video accessory is attached to
the advanced accessory shoe, will
appear on the screen.
NOTES
We do not recommend using the mini video
light while the optional Wide-converter is
attached; its shadow can appear on the screen.
The built-in mini video light will be disabled
automatically when you attach the optional VL-3
Video Light. To use the built-in mini video light,
set the switch on the VL-3 to OFF and then
press .
PHOTO
PHOTO
(8)
LIGHT
LIGHT
LIGHT
Other Functions
58
Self Timer
POINTS TO CHECK
: Set the camcorder in record
pause mode.
appears.
:
Press .
The camcorder starts recording after a
10-second countdown*. The countdown
appears on the screen.
:
Press , first halfway to activate
the autofocus and then fully to record
the still image.
The camcorder will record the still image
after a 10-second countdown*. The
countdown appears on the screen.
*2 seconds when using the wireless
controller.
NOTES
Once the countdown has begun, you can
cancel the self timer by turning off the
camcorder.
Audio Recording Level
You can adjust the audio recording level
for the built-in or for an external
microphone. You can display the audio
level indicator while recording or playing
back the tape.
Manual Adjustment of the Audio Recording
Level
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch:
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
[MIC].
If [ MIC] does not appear on the
joystick guide, repeatedly push the
joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display
the joystick guide in the illustration
above.
The manual adjustment icon will
appear to the left of the audio level
indicator and the manual adjustment
bar (green) will appear below it.
(8)
FUNC.
(21)
MENU
CAMERA SETUP
SELF TIMER
ON
FUNC.
FUNC.
START/STOP
PHOTO
(8)
Audio level indicator
Audio level adjustment bar
Manual audio level adjustment
Other Functions
Advanced Functions
59
3 Adjust ( ) the audio level as
necessary.
Push the joystick ( ) toward to
raise the audio recording level or push
it ( ) toward to lower it.
As a guideline, adjust the audio
recording level so that the audio level
meter will go to the right of the -12 dB
mark only occasionally.
When the 0 dB mark turns red, the
sound may be distorted.
4 Press ( ) to save the setting and
hide the joystick guide.
T
O
USE
THE
MICROPHONE
ATTENUATOR
If the audio level is too high and the
sound gets distorted, activate the
microphone attenuator by setting [MIC
ATT.] to [ ON] ( 37).
NOTES
The audio recording level can be adjusted
only while the green adjustment bar appears
under the audio level indicator. To avoid
changing the level by mistake, after you
manually adjust the audio recording level be
sure to press ( ) to hide the joystick guide.
When the mode switch is set to , the
camcorder will adjust the audio level
automatically.
We recommend using headphones ( 28)
to check the sound level while adjusting the
audio recording level or when the microphone
attenuator is activated.
Displaying the Audio Level Indicator
Usually, the audio level indicator will be
displayed only after the manual
adjustment of the audio recording level.
With the procedure below, you can
display the audio level indicator also
when the audio level is adjusted
automatically or during playback.
POINTS TO CHECK
Using an External Microphone
When recording in very quiet
surroundings, the built-in microphone
may pick up the sound of the camcorder's
internal machinery. In such case, we
recommend using an external
microphone.
M
ICROPHONES
COMPATIBLE
WITH
THE
A
DVANCED
A
CCESSORY
S
HOE
You can attach to the advanced
accessory shoe on the camcorder an
optional DM-50 Directional and Stereo
Microphone or any commercially
available microphone compatible with the
advanced accessory shoe. For details,
refer to the instruction manual of the
microphone.
When a video accessory is attached to
the advanced accessory shoe, will
appear on the screen.
(8)
FUNC.
(21)
MENU
DISPLAY SETUP/
AUDIO LEVEL
ON
FUNC.
FUNC.
Other Functions
60
O
THER
MICROPHONES
You can also use commercially available
microphones not compatible with the
advanced accessory shoe, by connecting
the external microphone to the MIC
terminal. Use commercially available
condenser microphones with their own
power supply and a cable no longer than
3 m. You can connect almost any stereo
microphone with a 3.5 mm plug but the
audio recording level may vary.
NOTES
Be careful when attaching a very long external
microphone; it may appear on the screen.
Digital Effects
POINTS TO CHECK
* : [ BLK&WHT], [ SEPIA]
only.
Mode switch:
Options
Default value
NOTES
You can preview the digital effects on the
screen while making the selection.
When you apply a fader, not only the picture
but also the sound will fade in or out. When you
apply an effect, the sound will be recorded
n o r m a l l y.
The camcorder retains the setting last used
even if you turn off the digital effects or change
the recording program.
(8)
[ D.EFFECT OFF]
Select this setting when you do not intend
to use the digital effects.
[ FADE-T] (fade trigger), [ WIPE]
Select one of the faders to begin or end a
scene with a fade from or to a black
screen.
[BLK&WHT]
Records images in black and white.
[ SEPIA]
Records images in sepia tones for an "old"
look.
[ ART]
Select this effect to add flavor to your
recordings.
*
Other Functions
Advanced Functions
61
Setting
* You can preview the effect on the screen
before pressing .
**The icon of the selected effect appears.
Applying
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward
.
If does not appear on the
joystick guide, repeatedly push the
joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display
the joystick guide in the illustration
above.
The icon of the selected effect turns
green.
Push the joystick ( ) toward
again to deactivate the
fader/effect.
T
O
F
ADE
I
N
Push the joystick ( ) toward
...
: ...in record pause mode, then
press to start recording with
a fade in.
: ...in playback pause mode,
then press to fade in and start the
playback.
T
O
F
ADE
O
UT
Push the joystick ( ) toward
...
: ...while recording, then press
to fade out and pause the
recording.
: ...during playback, then press
to fade out and pause the playback.
T
O
A
CTIVATE
AN
E
FFECT
Push the joystick ( ) toward
...
: ...while recording or in record
pause mode.
: ...during playback.
: ...and then press , first
halfway to activate the autofocus and
then fully to record the still image.
FUNC.
(21)
Icon of the currently selected
Digital Effect
**
Desired digital effect.*
FUNC.
FUNC.
FUNC.
Depending on the operation
mode, these positions may be
empty or show a different icon.
D.EFFECTS
D.EFFECTS
D.EFFECTS
D.EFFECTS
START/STOP
/
D.EFFECTS
START/STOP
/
D.EFFECTS
PHOTO
Still Image Options
62
Editing Functions
Still Image Options
Erasing Still Images
IMPORTANT
Be careful when erasing images. Erased
images cannot be recovered.
NOTES
Protected images cannot be erased.
Erasing a Single Image
1 If the joystick guide does not appear
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2 Push the joystick ( ) toward .
3 Select ( ) [ERASE] and press
().
Erasing a Single Image Just After
Recording
You can erase the last recorded still
image while reviewing it within the time
set for the [REVIEW] option (or
immediately after recording it, if
[REVIEW] is set to [ OFF]).
While reviewing the image immediately
after recording:
1 Push the joystick ( ) toward .
2 Select ( ) [ERASE] and press
().
Erasing All Images
Protected images will not be deleted even
if you erase all images.
Protecting Still Images
You can protect still images from
accidental erasure.
IMPORTANT
Initializing the memory card ( 63) will
permanently erase all recorded still images,
even the protected ones.
Still Image Options
(8)
(8)
(8)
FUNC.
(21)
MENU
CARD OPERATIONS
ERASE ALL IMAGES
YES
(8)
FUNC.
(21)
FUNC.
FUNC.
Still Image Options
Editing Functions
63
[ PROTECT]: The image selection
screen appears.
F
ROM
THE
IMAGE
SELECTION
SCREEN
1 Select ( ) the still image you
want to protect.
2 Press ( ) to protect the still
image.
appears on the bottom bar and the
image cannot be erased. Press ( )
again to cancel the image protection.
3 Repeat steps 1-2 to protect
additional images or press
twice to close the menu.
Initializing the Memory Card
Initialize new memory cards when you use
them for the first time. You may also
choose to initialize a memory card to
erase all the files in contains. The regular
initialization option [INITIALIZE] will clear
the file allocation table but will not
physically erase the stored data. If you
need to completely erase all the data,
select instead the complete initialization
option [COMPL.INIT.].
IMPORTANT
Initializing the memory card will erase all still
images, even the protected ones. The original
still images cannot be recovered.
When you feel the time it takes to record on or
read from the memory card has become too
long, we recommend you select the complete
initialization.
The complete initialization may take a few
minutes, depending on the capacity of the
memory card.
Initialize all memory cards before using them
with this camcorder.
*
Press ( ) to cancel the complete
initialization while it is in progress. All the
image files will be erased and the memory
card can be used without any problem.
PROTECT
Press ( )
FUNC.
FUNC.
(8)
FUNC.
(21)
MENU
CARD OPERATIONS
INITIALIZE
INITIALIZE
or
COMPL.INIT.
YES*
FUNC.
FUNC.
Connecting to a TV or VCR
64
External Co nnections Connecting to a TV or VCR
Connection Diagrams
Turn off all the devices when making the connections and refer also to the instruction
manual of the connected device.
Connecting to a TV or VCR
Open the terminal
cover to access.
AV/ Terminal
COMPONENT OUT Terminal
The component video terminal is for video only.
When you use connection type do not forget
the audio connections using the AV/ terminal.
HDV/DV Terminal
Check the type and orientation of the terminal
and make sure you connect the DV cable
properly.
Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin-4 pin) or
CV-250F (4 pin-6 pin) DV cable.
HDMI OUT Terminal
The HDMI OUT terminal offers a high-quality
digital connection that combines audio and video
in a single convenient cable.
Use only HDMI cables marked with the
logo.
1
Connecting to a TV or VCR
External Connections
65
High Definition TV Sets (HDTV)
Terminal on the Camcorder Connecting Cable
Terminal on the Connected
Device
AUDIO
R
L
Pr/Cr
Pb/Cb
Y
1
Output connection (Signal Flow ) to an HDTV with component video input terminals.
Red
Green
Blue
White
Red
CTC-100/S Component Cable
(Supplied)
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (Supplied)
2
Output connection (Signal Flow ) to an HDTV with a DV (IEEE1394) terminal.
Input connection (Signal Flow ) from a TV or other digital video source with a DV
(IEEE1394) output.
CV-150F/CV-250F
DV Cable (Optional)
4-pin
6-pin*
* Be careful to correctly insert the 6-pin plug into the DV terminal. Inserting it in the wrong direction
can result in damage to the camcorder.
3
Output connection (Signal Flow ) to an HDTV with an HDMI terminal.
HDMI cable (Commercially available)
Connecting to a TV or VCR
66
Standard Definition TV Sets
Terminal on the
Camcorder
Connecting Cable
Terminal on the
Connected Device
2
Output connection (Signal Flow ) to a TV with a DV (IEEE1394) terminal.
Input connection (Signal Flow ) from a TV or other digital video source with a DV
(IEEE1394) output.
CV-150F/CV-250F
DV Cable (Optional)
4-pin
6-pin*
* Be careful to correctly insert the 6-pin plug into the DV terminal. Inserting it in the wrong direction
can result in damage to the camcorder.
4
VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
Output connection (Signal Flow ) to a TV or VCR with AV Terminals.
Input connection (Signal Flow ) from a TV, VCR or other analog video source with
AV terminals.
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
(Supplied)
Yellow
White
Red
5
Output connection (Signal Flow ) to a TV or VCR with SCART terminal.
First, connect a SCART adapter to the SCART terminal on the TV or VCR and then
connect the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable to the adapter. To use this as an input
connection (Signal Flow ) from an analog video source, you will require a SCART
adapter with input capability.
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
(Supplied)
Yellow
White
Red
SCART Adapter
(Commercially available)
Connecting to a TV or VCR
External Connections
67
Playback on a TV Screen
The quality of the playback picture will
vary depending on the connected TV and
the type of connection used.
POINTS TO CHECK
Change the following settings as
necessary before making the
connections. Refer to the corresponding
explanation of each setting in the
PLAY/OUT SETUP
menu option list
( 38).
- [PLAYBACK STD] to select the output video
standard.
- [TV TYPE] to match the output video to the
aspect ratio of the connected TV.
- [COMP.OUT] to select the video
specifications when using connection type .
- [DV OUTPUT] to select the standard of the
output video when using connection type .
Connecting
Connect the camcorder to the TV
following one of the connection diagrams
shown in the previous section
Connection
Diagrams
( 64).
Playback
1 Turn on the camcorder and the
connected TV or VCR.
On the TV: Select as the video input
the same terminal to which you
connected the camcorder. On the
VCR: Set the input selector to the
external video input (usually labeled
LINE IN).
2 Start the playback of the movies
( 27) or still images ( 31).
NOTES
Turn off all the devices before starting the
connections.
Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted
while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is
connected to the camcorder.
We recommend powering the camcorder
using the compact power adapter.
If you connect to a TV using the HDMI
connection –connection type – or the video
component connection –connection type
you can enjoy the full resolution of
high-definition TV.
About the HDMI terminal
The HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia
Interface) connection –connection type is a
convenient all-digital connection using a single
cable for both video and audio. When you
connect the camcorder to an HDTV equipped
with an HDMI terminal, you can enjoy video and
audio playback at the highest quality.
- The HDMI terminal on the camcorder is for
output only. Do not connect it to an HDMI output
terminal on an external device, as this may
damage the camcorder.
- The HDMI connection will recognize
automatically the highest resolution supported
by the connected HDTV, and output the optimal
video signal to ensure the best viewing
experience. You can confirm the current
specification of the video output in the [HDMI
OUT] information display at the bottom of the
PLAY/OUT SETUP2 menu screen in
mode ( PLAY/OUT SETUP
menu in other modes).
- Correct operation cannot be guaranteed when
connecting the camcorder to DVI monitors.
- Some HDTVs have their HDCP digital content
protection configured so as not to allow the
playback of personal content (video recorded
for personal uses). If you cannot play back the
video recorded with this camcorder on your
HDTV using the HDMI connection, try
connecting the camcorder using the video
component connection –connection type
instead.
- There will be no video output from the AV/
terminal or the COMPONENT OUT terminal
while the camcorder is connected to an external
device using the HDMI cable. In such case, only
audio will be output from the AV/ terminal.
(8)
1
2
3
1
3
1
Connecting to a TV or VCR
68
- There will be no video or audio output from
the HDMI OUT terminal while there is a video
input connection to the HDV/DV terminal or the
AV/ terminal.
- To output audio dubbed later on a tape
through the HDMI OUT terminal, set [AUDIO
OUT] to [ MIX/VAR.] ( 39).
- Audio output from the HDMI OUT terminal will
include both channels (Left/Right on a stereo
recording, Main/Sub on a bilingual recording),
regardless of the [OUTPUT CH] setting.
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video
Recorder
You can copy your recordings by
connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a
digital video device. When recording to a
digital video recorder using the HDV/DV
terminal, you can copy recordings with
virtually no generation loss in video and
sound quality.
Connect the camcorder to the external
device following one of the connection
diagrams shown in the previous section
Connection Diagrams
( 64).
POINTS TO CHECK
Change the following settings as
necessary before making the
connections. Refer to the corresponding
explanation of each setting in the
PLAY/OUT SETUP
menu option list
( 38).
- [PLAYBACK STD] to select the output video
standard.
- [DV OUTPUT] to select the standard of the
output video when using connection type .
Note that the video standard of the recorded
copy depends also on the standards supported
by the external digital device. Refer to the table
below.
- Set [AV/PHONES] to [ AV] when using
connection type or .
Connecting
Connect the camcorder to a VCR or other
analog device using connection types
or , or to a DVD recorder or other digital
recording device using connection type
, as shown in the previous section
Connection Diagrams
( 64).
(8)
* To output video in high definition verify that the DV terminal on the external digital device is
compatible with the MPEG2-TS protocol; to output video in standard definition, verify that it is
compatible with the DV standard.
Settings for Recording Video Output using the HDV/DV Terminal
Video Output
Signal
Standard of
the Recording
on the Tape
Standard Supported
by the External
Digital Device*
[PLAYBACK STD]
Setting
[DV OUTPUT]
Setting
High
Definition
[ AUTO] or
[ HDV]
[ HDV/DV]
Standard
Definition
[ AUTO] or
[ HDV]
[ DV LOCKED]
[ AUTO] or
[ DV]
[ HDV/DV] or
[ DV LOCKED]
HDV HDV
HDV
DV
DV DV
2
4 5
4
5
2
Connecting to a TV or VCR
External Connections
69
Recording
1 This camcorder: Load the recorded
cassette.
2 Connected device: Load a blank
cassette or disc and set the device
to record pause mode.
3 This camcorder: Locate the scene
you wish to copy and pause the
playback shortly before the scene.
When the connection is recognized
" HDV/DV" will be displayed. When
the video output starts, the display will
change to " HDV-OUT" or
" DV-OUT" depending on the video
output signal.
4 This camcorder: Resume the movie
playback.
When using an analog connection you
can include in the copy the date, time
and data code of the original
recording, as well. Repeatedly press
to change the on-screen display
( 55).
5 Connected device: Begin recording
when the scene you wish to copy
appears. Stop recording when
copying is complete.
6 This camcorder: Stop playback.
NOTES
We recommend powering the camcorder
using the compact power adapter.
When recording to a VCR using an analog
connection –connection types or ( 64)–,
the quality of the edited tape will be lower than
that of the original.
When recording to a digital video recorder
using the HDV/DV terminal –connection type
( 64)–:
- If the picture does not appear, disconnect the
DV cable and restore the connection after a
short while or turn the camcorder off and then
on again.
- Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all
digital devices equipped with a DV terminal. If
the operation does not work, use the AV/
terminal.
You cannot record to an external device using
the HDMI connection –connection type –.
Analog Line-In Recording
You can input video from an analog video
source (VCR, TV, etc.) and record the
input video on the tape in the camcorder
in DV standard. Analog video cannot be
converted to HDV standard.
Connecting
Connect the camcorder to the video input
source using one of the analog
connections –connection types or
( 64) shown in the previous section
Connection Diagrams
.
Recording
Load a blank tape in the camcorder and
load the recorded (source) tape or disc in
the connected device.
1 Press .
2 Select ( ) [ REC PAUSE] and
press ( ).
3 Select ( ) [EXECUTE] and press
().
4 Connected device: Start the
playback.
In record pause mode and while
recording you can check the picture on
the camcorder’s screen.
DISP.
4 5
2
(8)
FUNC.
(21)
3
4 5
FUNC.
Connecting to a TV or VCR
70
5 When the scene you wish to record
appears, press .
Recording starts.
6 While recording, press to
pause the recording.
In record pause, press again to
resume recording.
7 Press to stop recording.
8 Connected device: Stop the
playback.
IMPORTANT
Depending on the analog signal sent from the
connected device the input image may be
distorted or not be displayed at all (for example,
video input that includes anomalous signals
such as ghost signals).
Analog video input that includes copyright
protection signals cannot be recorded with this
camcorder.
NOTES
We recommend powering the camcorder using
the compact power adapter.
Digital Video Dubbing
You can input video from other digital
video devices and record the input video
on the tape in the camcorder. Video input
will be recorded on the tape in the same
standard of the original (HDV or DV).
POINTS TO CHECK
Set [PLAYBACK STD] to [ AUTO]
( 38) before making the connections.
Connecting
Connect the camcorder to the video input
source using the digital connection
–connection type ( 64)– shown in
the previous section
Connection
Diagrams
.
Dubbing
1 Load a blank tape in the camcorder
and load the recorded (source) tape
in the connected device.
If "AV DV" appears on the screen,
set [AV DV] to [ OFF] ( 37) .
When the connection is recognized
" HDV/DV" will be displayed. When
the video input starts, the display will
change to " HDV-IN" or " DV-IN"
depending on the video input signal.
2 Press .
3 Select ( ) [ REC PAUSE] and
press ( ).
4 Select ( ) [EXECUTE] and press
().
5 Connected device: Start the
playback.
In record pause mode and while
recording you can check the picture on
the camcorder’s screen.
6 When the scene you wish to record
appears, press .
(8)
/
/
/
FUNC.
(21)
2
FUNC.
/
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