SonyメーカーHVR-A1Nの使用説明書/サービス説明書
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HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) © 2005 Sony Corporation D i g i t a l H D V i d e o C a m e r a R e c o r d e r O p e r a t i n g G u i d e Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly , and retain it for future reference.
2 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly , and retain it for future reference. WARNING T o pre vent fire or shock hazar d, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
3 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) For customers in the U.S.A. If you have an y questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-686- SONY (7669). The number below is for the FCC related matters only . Regulatory Information Declaration of Conf ormity Trade Name: SONY Model No.
4 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) On the types of “Memory Stick” you can use in your camcorder There are two sizes of “Memory Stick. ” Y ou can use “Memory Stick Duo” marked with or (p. 107). “Memory Stick Duo” (Siz e used with this unit) “Memory Stick” (Y ou cannot use it in y our camcorder .
5 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) On the menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder , and lens • A menu item that is grayed out is not av ailable under the current recording or playback conditions. • The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high- precision technology , so ov er 99.
6 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T able of Contents Read this first ............................................................................................ 2 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ..........................................
7 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Continued T o initialize the settings Other part names and functions Indicators displa yed during recording/playbac k ....................................... 28 Searching f or the star ting point .....................
8 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Jac ks to connect external devices ........................................................... 77 Using a computer Connecting to a computer ....................................................................... 78 Cop ying still images to a computer .
9 Getting Started HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you hav e following items supplied with your camcorder . The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. “Memory Stick Duo” (1) (p .
10 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Step 2: Charging the batter y pack Y ou can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series) (p. 109) after attaching it to your camcorder . POWER switch DC IN jack DC plug AC Adaptor T o the wall outlet P ower cord 1 Attach the battery pack b y sliding it in the direction of the arro w until it clic ks.
11 Getting Started HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) 4 Connect the power cor d to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. 5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the A C Adaptor from the DC IN jack on y our camcorder and the DC plug.
12 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) * T op: When the LCD backlight turns on. Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off. Bottom: Recording time when recording with the viewfinder while the LCD panel is closed. • T ypical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/of f and zooming.
13 Getting Started HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Step 3: T urning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly T o record or play back, slide the PO WER switch repeatedly to turn on the respectiv e lamp. When using it for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p.
14 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder The LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder ( ), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play ( ). 90 degrees to the camcorder 180 degrees (max.
15 Getting Started HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Step 5: Using the touch panel Y ou can play back recorded pictures (p. 23), or change the settings (p. 38) using the touch panel. Place your hand on the rear side of the LCD panel to support it. Then, touch the buttons displa yed on the screen.
16 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears ev ery time you turn on your camcorder or change the PO WER switch position.
17 Getting Started HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memor y Stick Duo” Cassette tape See 103 for details of usable cassettes and prev ention of accidental erasure. • The recordable time v aries depending on [ REC MODE] (p.
18 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T o eject a “Memor y Stick Duo” Lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo” in once. • When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not shake or knock your camcorder , turn the power off, eject the “Memory Stick Duo, ” or remov e the battery pack.
19 Getting Started HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Step 8: Installing the supplied microphone and hood with lens cover Installing the supplied microphone Install the supplied XLR adaptor and microphone.
20 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) 8 Select the channel with the REC CH SELECT switch. Used channels according to the position of the REC CH SELECT switch are as follows: The position of the REC CH SELECT.
21 Getting Started HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T o open and close the lens cover Move the lens co ver le ver up and down to open or close the lens cover . Mov e the lens cover le ver to OPEN to open the lens cov er , and move the lev er to CLOSE to close the lens cov er .
22 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T o check the latest recording on a “Memory Stick Duo” T ouch . T o delete the picture, touch [YES]. T ouch to return to the standby mode.
23 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Recording/Playback Playback 1 Slide the PO WER switch in the direction of the arr ow repeatedly to turn on the PLA Y/EDIT lamp. T o adjust the volume Move the EXPOSURE/V OL le ver up and down to adjust the v olume (p. 27).
24 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Functions used for recording/playback, etc. Recording T o use zoom ................ Move the po wer zoom lev er slightly for a slower zoom.
25 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Recording/Playback • The NightShot and Super NightShot function use infrared light. Therefore, do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects and remove the supplied lens hood with lens cover or the con versions lens (optional).
26 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T o record in mirror mode ............ Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder ( ), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side ( ). • A mirror -image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the picture will be normal when recorded.
27 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Recording/Playback T o adjust the movie volume ......... Move the EXPOSURE/V OL le ver up or down to adjust the v olume. Move the lev er up to increase the volume and mov e it down to decrease the v olume. • Y ou can also adjust the volume by touching (ST ANDARD SET) [V OLUME] (p.
28 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies In the CAMERA-T APE mode 2 1 3 4 5 7 6 Recording format ( or ) (57) Remaining battery (approx.) Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) T ime code or user bits Recording capacity of the tape (approx.
29 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Recording/Playback ( ) is a reference page. The indicators during recording will not be recorded. Viewing movies 2 qd 4 5 7 qf 1 T ape transport indicator V ideo.
30 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Indicators when you made changes Y ou can check the [DISP GUIDE] (p. 62) to check the function of each indicator that appears on the LCD screen.
31 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Recording/Playback Searching for the starting point Make sure that the CAMERA-T APE lamp lights up (p. 22). Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording (END SEARCH) END SEARCH will not work once you eject the cassette after you hav e recorded on the tape.
32 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Remote Commander Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander . Insulation sheet PHO TO (p. 22) The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still image. SEARCH M. (p. 32) V ideo control b uttons (Rewind, Playback, Fast-forward, P ause, Stop, Slow) (p.
33 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Recording/Playback Connecting to a TV for viewing Connection methods and image quality will differ depending on what TV to be connected and connectors used.
34 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Camcorder TV Menu Setting : Signal flow Cable T ype i.LINK cable (optional) (ST AND ARD SET) [VCR HD V/DV] [A UTO] (p. 57) [i.LINK CONV] [OFF] (p.61) Component video cable (supplied) A/V connecting cable (supplied) Do not connect the S video plug and the video plug (yellow).
35 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Recording/Playback Continued Camcorder TV Menu Setting : Signal flow Cable T ype Component video cable (supplied) A/V connecting cable (supplied) Do not connect the S video plug and the video plug (yellow). (Red) (White) (Y ellow) (ST AND ARD SET) [VCR HD V/DV] [A UTO] (p.
36 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Notes on Connection T ype Notes • Requires HDV1080i specification connectors. Consult your TV manufacturer for details. See page 104 for a list of supported devices. • The TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the camcorder is connected.
37 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Recording/Playback.
38 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Using the menu items Follo w the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed after this page. 1 Slide the PO WER switch do wn to turn on the respective lamp.
39 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Select the desired item. • Y ou can also touch the item directly to select it. Customize the item. After finishing the settings, touch (close) to hide the menu screen. If you decide not to change the setting, touch to return to the previous screen.
40 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Menu items Position of lamp: T APE MEMORY PLA Y/EDIT CAMERA SET menu (p. 43) PROGRAM AE – SPOT METER – EXPOSURE – WHITE BAL.
41 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) PICT .APPLI. men u (p. 52) F ADER – – SLIDE SHOW – – D. EFFECT – PICT . EFFECT – INT .REC-STL – – SHOT TRANS – – PictBridge PRINT – – EDIT/PLA Y menu (p.
42 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) DISP OUTPUT MENU ROT A TE CALIBRA TION – – DA TE REC – – QUICK REC – – ASSIGN BTN TIME/LANGU .
43 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) CAMERA SET menu Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (SPOT METER/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT , etc.) The default settings are marked with . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.
44 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) EXPOSURE Y ou can fix the brightness of a picture manually . When recording indoors on a clear day , for instance, you can a void backlight shadows on people ne xt to the window by fixing the e xposure to that of the wall side of the room.
45 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Continued SHUTTR SPEED Y ou can manually adjust and fix the shutter speed for your con venience. Depending on the shutter speed, you can make the subject look still, or on the contrary , emphasize the fluidity of movement.
46 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) • If you select [CINEFRAME30] or [CINEFRAME24] and set the shutter speed to 1/30 or slower , the shutter speed is automatically reset to 1/60. WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift) Y ou can adjust the white balance to the desired setting using / .
47 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Continued AUTO T rigger the flash (optional) automatically . AUTO T rigger the flash (optional) automatically . The flash goes off prematurely to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. FLASH LEVEL HIGH( ) Makes the flash le vel higher .
48 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) HISTOGRAM When you set [HISTOGRAM] to [ON], the [HISTOGRAM] (a graph to display a distribution of tones in your picture) window appears on the screen. This item is useful when you adjust exposure. Y ou can adjust [EXPOSURE] or [AE SHIFT] checking the [HISTOGRAM] window .
49 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) WIDE CONV .( ) Select this to use the wide con version lens (optional). TELE CONV .( ) Select this to use the tele con version lens (optional). SETUP 0% Record in the system at the 0% setup lev el. 7.5% Record in the system at the 7.
50 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) ST ANDARD ( ) Records still images at the standard image quality lev el. IMAGE SIZE 1920 × 1440 ( ) Records still images clearly . 1920 × 1080 ( ) Records still images clearly in the wide (16:9) ratio. 1440 × 1080 ( ) Allows you to record more still images in relativ ely clear quality .
51 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Continued Approximate image size of a picture (kB) 4:3 picture 1920 × 1440 1440 × 1080 1080 × 810 640 × 480 1380 580 800 350 450 190 150 60 16:9 p.
52 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) REC FOLDER (Recording folder) Select the folder to be used for recording with / , then touch . • As the default setting, pictures are sa ved in the 101MSDCF folder . • Once you record a picture in a folder , the same folder will be set as the default folder for playback.
53 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T ouch [PB FOLDER]. Select [ALL FILES ( )] or [CURRNT FOLDER ( )], then touch . If you select [CURRNT FOLDER ( )], all the images in the current playback folder selected in [PB FOLDER] (p. 52) are played back in sequence.
54 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) SEPIA Pictures appear in sepia. B&W Pictures appear in black and white. SOLARIZE Pictures appear as an illustration with strong contrast. P ASTEL Pictures appear as a pale pastel drawing. * MOSAIC Pictures appear mosaic-patterned.
55 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) EXEC T ouch [NEXT] [EXEC-A] or [EXEC- B] and the recording setting changes to the registered one. T ouch [BA CK] to register again or touch [END] to finish the operation.
56 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) EDIT/PLA Y menu Settings for editing or playing back in various modes (V AR.SPD PB/END SEARCH, etc.) The default settings are marked with . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 38 for details on selecting menu items.
57 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) • When [A UT O] is selected and the signal switches between HD V and DVCAM (D V) formats, the picture and sound disappear temporarily .
58 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) • When you mix recordings in the D VCAM mode and in the D V SP mode on one tape, the playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be continued properly between the scenes. WIDE SELECT Y ou can select the picture size for the TV to be connected.
59 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Continued • Sound is recorded in the [STEREO] setting if the microphone is not connected, ev en if another setting is selected. XLR SET Y ou can select this setting when using an extension microphone.
60 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) • If either the CH1 or CH2 setting is changed to [A UTO] or [MANU AL], the other setting is automatically changed to the same setting. LCD/VF SET The recorded picture will not be affected by this operation. LCD BRIGHT Y ou can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
61 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Continued SQUEZE Output signals to a 16:9 wide TV or a TV compatible with 16:9 wide mode. On a 4:3 TV compatible with 16:9 wide mode On a 16:9 wide TV LETTER BOX Output signals to a TV that is not compatible with 16:9 wide mode.
62 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) MEMORY STICK Select to view pictures in the “Memory Stick Duo. ” PictBridge PRINT See page 75. DISP GUIDE Y ou can easily check the meaning of each indicator that appears on the LCD screen. Se le c t ar ea f or g ui d e.
63 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) • The time code and user bits cannot be displayed properly if the tape does not have time code and/or user bits recordings or if the time code was recorded using a non-compatible method. • When you input HD V format signal via i.
64 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) CENTER MARKER Select to display the marker at the center of the screen. (It is set to [ON] in the default setting.) 4:3 MARKER Select to display the frame indicating the 4:3 aspect ratio. • Marker [4:3] is not displayed when recording on the 4:3 mode in the D VCAM (D V) format.
65 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Aperture value * Appears only during tape playback. • The e xposure adjustment value (0EV), a shutter speed, and the aperture value appear when still images on a “Memory Stick Duo” are played back.
66 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) ON The time shortens slightly until recording restarts from the state that the drum has stopped rotating, but the transition from the last recorded scene may not be smooth. Select this when you do not want to miss a recording chance.
67 Using the Menu HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Customizing Personal Menu Y ou can add desired menu items to Personal Menu, and customize Personal Menu settings for each PO WER switch position. This is con venient if you add frequently used menu items to Personal Menu.
68 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Arranging the order of menu items displayed on Personal Menu 1 T ouc h [P-MENU SET UP] [SORT]. If the desired menu item is not displayed, touch / . 2 T ouc h the menu item you want to move. 3 T ouc h / to move the men u item to the desired place.
69 Dubbing/Editing HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Dubbing to another device such as a VCR, DVD recorder , etc. Use the supplied A C Adaptor as the power source (p.
70 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Dubbing to another device such as a VCR, DVD recorder , etc. (Continued) Using an i.LINK cable (optional) The dubbed format (HD V or DVCAM (D V)) dif fers depending on the video recording format or recording equipment format.
71 Dubbing/Editing HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) • The follo wing cannot be output via the HD V/DV interface (i.LINK) jack: – Indicators – Pictures edited with [PICT . EFFECT] (p. 53) or [D. EFFECT] (p. 53). – Titles that are recorded on other camcorder .
72 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Recording pictures from a VCR Y ou can record pictures from a VCR on a tape. Y ou can record a scene as a still image on a “Memory Stick Duo. ” Be sure to insert a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” for recording in your camcorder beforehand.
73 Dubbing/Editing HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) 7 T ouc h [REC ST AR T] at the point you want to start recording. 8 Stop recording. When recording on a tape, touch (stop) or [REC P A USE]. 9 T ouc h . • Y ou cannot record TV programs from the HD V/DV Interface (i.
74 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Marking images on the “Memor y Stick Duo” with specific information (Image protection/Print mark) When you are using a “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab, make sure the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick Duo” is not set to the write-protect position (p.
75 Dubbing/Editing HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Continued Selecting still images for printing (Print mark) The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard is used to select images for printing on your camcorder . By marking images that you want to print out, you do not need to reselect them when you print them out.
76 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) beginning. • If you print a still image recorded with a 16:9 ratio, left and right ends of the image may be cut off. • Some printer models may not support the date printing function. Refer to your printer’ s operating instructions for details.
77 Dubbing/Editing HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Jacks to connect external devices ...Open the shoe cover . - ...Open the jack co ver . Activ e Interface Shoe The Activ e Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone.
78 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Connecting to a computer When connecting your camcorder to the computer , you can operate the followings: Copy the still images on a “Memory Stick Duo” to the computer p . 78 Copy the mo vie in the HD V f or mat on a tape to the computer p .
79 Using a computer HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) to USB jack USB cable (supplied) to USB jack • Do not connect your camcorder to the computer at this point. • The computer may not recognize the camcorder if you connect them with the USB cable (supplied) before turning on your camcorder .
80 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) F older containing image files recorded using other camcorders without the folder creation function (for playback only). F older containing image files recorded with your camcorder When no new folders ha ve been created, only [101MSDCF] is displayed.
81 Using a computer HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) For Macintosh users Close do wn all applications running on the computer . Drag and drop the dri ve icon on the desktop onto the [T rash] icon. Disconnect the USB cable (supplied) from the camcorder and computer .
82 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Notes on connecting to the computer • Connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to the computer first, then to your camcorder . Connecting in the opposite order may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a malfunction of your camcorder .
83 T roubleshooting HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T roubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder , use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, remove the po wer source and contact your Sony dealer . Overall operations The power does not turn on.
84 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T roubleshooting (Continued) The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time. • The temperature of the en vironment is too high or too low , or the battery pack has not been charged enough. This is not a malfunction.
85 T roubleshooting HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) • Set [VF POWER] of [LCD/VF SET] to [ON] to display the picture in the vie wfinder regardless of whether the LCD panel is open or closed (p. 60). Cassette tapes The cassette cannot be ejected from the compartment.
86 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T roubleshooting (Continued) Y ou cannot format the “Memor y Stick Duo. ” • Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo. ” (p. 107) Image protection cannot be applied. • Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.
87 T roubleshooting HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) • Format the “Memory Stick Duo” on your camcorder or insert another “Memory Stick Duo. ” (p. 51) • Y ou cannot record movies with this unit on the “Memory Stick Duo.
88 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T roubleshooting (Continued) END SEARCH does not work correctl y . • There is a blank section in the beginning or middle of the tape. This is not a malfunction. Adjusting the image during recording Refer also to “Menu” (p.
89 T roubleshooting HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) The subjects passing by the frame might appear cr ooked. • This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Because of the way the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the subjects passing by the frame rapidly might crooked depending on the recording conditions.
90 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T roubleshooting (Continued) The pictures stored on a “Memory Stic k Duo” are not pla yed back in the actual size or aspect ratio. • Pictures recorded on other devices may not appear in the actual size. This is not a malfunction.
91 T roubleshooting HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) The picture or sound breaks off. • The tape was recorded in both HD V and DVCAM (D V) formats. This is not a malfunction. The sound breaks off. • Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p.
92 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T roubleshooting (Continued) appears on the LCD screen. • This appears when you play back a tape recorded on other recording devices using a 4ch microphone (4CH MIC REC). This camcorder does not comply with the 4ch microphone recording standard.
93 T roubleshooting HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Y ou cannot adjust [EXPOSURE] manually . • Y ou cannot adjust the exposure manually with: – NightShot – [COLOR SLO W S] – [COLOR B AR] – When the A UT O LOCK switch is set to ON (p. 25) • If you set [PR OGRAM AE], [EXPOSURE] is canceled.
94 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T roubleshooting (Continued) Y ou cannot use [COLOR SLO W S]. • Y ou cannot use [COLOR SLOW S] together with: – [F ADER] – [D.
95 T roubleshooting HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) – [PR OGRAM AE] – When [ WIDE SELECT] of [DV SET] is set to [4:3] Y ou cannot use [PICT . EFFECT]. • Y ou cannot use [PICT . EFFECT] together with: – [COLOR B AR] – [OLD MO VIE] of [D. EFFECT] • [PICT .
96 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Y ou cannot add sound to the recorded tape. • Y ou cannot add sound to the recorded tape on this unit. New sound added to a recor ded tape on another camcorder is not hear d. • Adjust [ A UDIO MIX] from the [CH1, CH2] (original sound) side until the sound is heard appropriately (p.
97 T roubleshooting HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) [Remov able Disk] does not appear on the computer screen. • Slide the POWER switch do wn to turn on the PLA Y/EDIT lamp, then set [USB SELECT] to [MEMOR Y STICK]. • Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder .
98 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) W arning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder , check the follo wing.
99 T roubleshooting HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Fast flashing: • The tape has run out. * (Eject cassette warning)* Slow flashing: • The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock (p.104). Fast flashing: • Moisture condensation has occurred (p.
100 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Warning indicators and messages (Continued) “Memory Stick Duo” Insert a Memory Stick (p. 17) . Reinsert the Memory Stick. • Reinsert the “Memory Stick Duo” a few times. If e ven then the indicator flashes, the “Memory Stick Duo” might be damaged.
101 T roubleshooting HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Flash Charging… Cannot recor d still images. • Y ou are trying to record a still image while charging the flash (optional) Others Cannot record due to cop yright protection (p. 103) . Change to correct tape format.
102 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Using your camcorder abroad Power supply Y ou can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the A C Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the A C 100 V to 240 V , 50/60 Hz range. Use a commercially av ailable A C plug adaptor [a], if necessary , depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].
103 Additional Information HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) HDV format and recording/playback Y our camcorder is capable of recording in HD V/DVCAM/D V formats. It is recommended to use a cassette with the mark to record in the HD V/ D VCAM/DV format. It is recommended to use a cassette with the mark to record in the D VCAM format.
104 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Notes on use When not using your camcorder for a long time Remove the cassette and store it. T o prevent accidental erasure Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to set it to SA VE. REC SA VE REC: The cassette can be recorded.
105 Additional Information HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Compatibility of the DVCAM/DV formats The D VCAM format was dev eloped as a more reliable and higher-end format than the consumer D V format. Explained here are the differences, compatibility , and limitations on editing for the D VCAM and D V formats.
106 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Compatibility on editing using DV jacks When this camcorder is connected to other digital video equipment using an i.LINK cable, the recording format of edited tapes is defined according to the source tape and the recorder’ s format as described below .
107 Additional Information HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) About the “Memor y Stick” A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk. Y ou can use only a “Memory Stick Duo, ” which is about the half size of a standard “Memory Stick” in your camcorder .
108 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) On a location for use Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick Duo” in the following locations. • Places subject to extremely high temperature, such as a car parked outside in the summer . • Places under direct sunlight.
109 Additional Information HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack This unit is compatible with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). Y our camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” M series battery packs hav e the mark.
110 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) About battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. When the av ailable battery time is shortened considerably , a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life.
111 Additional Information HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Continued The baud rate is listed under “Specifications” in the operating instructions of each piece of equipment.
112 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) • K eep the Remote Commander and button-type battery out of children’ s reach. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately . • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked, – consult your local authorized Sony service facility .
113 Additional Information HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Continued your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility to hav e the video head replaced. LCD screen • Do not e xert excessiv e pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause damage.
114 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) not use your camcorder at all without the A C Adaptor connected or the battery pack attached. Howe ver , ev en if the pre-installed rechargeable battery is not char ged, the camcorder operation will not be affected as long as you are not recording the date.
115 Additional Information HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Image device 5.9 mm (1/3 type) CMOS sensor Gross: Approx. 2 969 000 pixels Effecti ve (movie, 4:3): 1 486 000 pixels Effecti ve (movie, 16:9): 1 .
116 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) General Power requirements DC 7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4 V (A C Adaptor) A verage po wer consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using the viewfinder with normal brightness with the XLR adaptor attached: HD V recording 6.
117 Quick Reference HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Identifying parts and controls Po wer zoom lev er (24) PHO TO b utton (22) CAMERA-T APE, CAMERA-MEMOR Y , PLA Y/EDIT mode lamps (13) PO .
118 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Microphone (19) XLR adaptor (19) Lens cov er lever (21) Lens hood with lens cov er (9, 20) Zoom buttons (24) REC ST AR T/STOP b utton (22) LCD screen/touch panel (5, 15) HD V/DV Interf ace (i.
119 Quick Reference HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Internal stereo microphone (27) Zoom ring/focus ring (24, 25) Holes for the lens hood Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (5) FOCUS/ZOOM switch (.
120 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Index Numeric 1080i/480i ............................ 60 12-bit .................................. 103 16-bit .................................. 103 480i ...................................... 60 480p/480i .............
121 Quick Reference HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) Focus .............................. 25, 88 FOCUS/ZOOM switch ........................................ 24, 25 Focus ring ............................. 25 Folder NEW FOLDER ............. 51 PB FOLDER (Playback folder) .
122 HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) N NEG.AR T ............................. 53 NEW FOLDER .................... 51 NightShot ............................. 24 NORMAL ............................ 49 NS LIGHT ........................... 47 NTSC .............
123 Quick Reference HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) T T ape playback select b utton .............................................. 29 TC/UB SET .......................... 62 T elephoto .............................. 24 TELE MA CRO b utton ... 25, 88 TIME/LANGU.
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HVR-A1U/A1N 2-639-667-13(1) On trademarks • “Memory Stick, ” , “Memory Stick Duo, ” , “Memory Stick PR O Duo, ” , “MagicGate, ” , “MagicGate Memory Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
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