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Sony Handycam HDR-HC5E Operating Manual

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See also: Service Manual
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
HDR-HC5E/HC7E
© 2007 Sony Corporation
2-319-807-12(1)
Enjoying pictures with
high definition quality
Getting Started
Recording/
Playback
Using the Menu
Dubbing/Editing
Using a Computer
Troubleshooting
Additional Information
Quick Reference
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  • Page 1 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-HC5E/HC7E © 2007 Sony Corporation 2-319-807-12(1) Enjoying pictures with high definition quality Getting Started Recording/ Playback Using the Menu Dubbing/Editing Using a Computer Troubleshooting Additional Information Quick Reference...

  • Page 2: Read This First

    Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE...
  • Page 3 Be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Viewfinder • The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof or waterproof.
  • Page 4 About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ... 33 Using the Menu Using the menu items ... 36 Menu items ...37 CAMERA SET menu ...39 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions MEMORY SET menu ...46 Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo” PICT.APPLI. menu ...49...
  • Page 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ... 75 Warning indicators and messages ... 84 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ... 87 Maintenance and precautions ... 88 Usable cassette tapes ... 88 About the “Memory Stick” ... 89 About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ... 91 About i.LINK ...

  • Page 7: Enjoying Pictures With High Definition Quality

    • The down convert function converts HDV format video to DV for playback or editing when your camcorder is connected to a TV or VCR that is not HDV1080i compliant. The resulting image is displayed in SD (standard definition).

  • Page 8: Viewing Video Recorded In The Hdv Format

    • For details on HDV1080i compliant TVs, see page 31. Viewing on a 16:9 (wide)/4:3 TV (p. 33) Your camcorder can down convert video recorded in the HDV format to SD (standard definition) image quality for playback on a conventional TV.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 10) Mains lead (1) (p. 10) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.

  • Page 10: Step 2: Charging The Battery Pack

    (H series) (p. 91) after attaching it to your camcorder. b Notes • You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the H series to your camcorder. Attach the battery pack to your camcorder. Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
  • Page 11 To remove the battery pack Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and remove the battery pack. BATT (battery release) lever When storing the battery pack Fully discharge the battery before storing it for an extended period (p. 91). To check the remaining battery (Battery Info) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then...

  • Page 12: Playing Time

    • The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the mains lead is disconnected from the wall socket. LCD panel...

  • Page 13: Step 3: Turning The Power On And Setting The Date And Time

    • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall socket via the AC Adaptor.

  • Page 14: Changing The Language Setting

    (TIME/LANGU.) t [CLOCK SET] (p. 36). b Notes • If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (p.

  • Page 15: Step 4: Making Setting Adjustments Before Recording

    Step 4: Making setting adjustments before recording The LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). DISPLAY/BATT INFO 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the...

  • Page 16: Step 5: Inserting A Tape Or A "Memory Stick Duo

    Step 5: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” Cassette tape You can use mini DV (p. 88). b Notes • The recordable time varies depending on [ REC MODE] (p. 54). Slide and hold the EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow and open the lid.
  • Page 17 • When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not shake or knock your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the “Memory Stick Duo,” or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may be damaged.

  • Page 18: Recording/Playback

    Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam) With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automatically optimally adjusted, which frees you from detailed adjustments. The screen font size increases for easy viewing. Movies Slide the POWER switch E to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp.
  • Page 19 Playing back movies/still images Slide the POWER switch E to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. Touch the buttons on the touch panel A as follows. Movies Touch then touch playback. A Stop B Play/Pause toggles C Rewind/Fast forward To cancel Easy Handycam operation Press EASY C again.

  • Page 20: Recording

    Recording Lens cover Opens in accordance with the setting of the POWER switch. START/STOP B Recording movies Movies are recorded on a tape. Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp. If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button.

  • Page 21: Recording Still Images

    Recording still images Still images are recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.” Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp. If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button.

  • Page 22: Zooming

    • You cannot change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons on the LCD panel. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.

  • Page 23: Controlling The Image Settings Manually With The Cam Ctrl Dial (Hdr-Hc7E)

    • For HDR-HC5E: When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA- TAPE, still images will be recorded at image size 2.3M in the HDV format, 1.7M (4:3) or 2.3M (16:9) in the DV format. • For HDR-HC7E: When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA- TAPE, still images will be recorded at image size 4.6M in the HDV format, 3.4M (4:3) or 4.6M (16:9) in the DV format.

  • Page 24: Recording In Dark Places (Nightshot)

    BACK LIGHT again. Recording in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). z Tips • A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the picture will be normal when recorded.

  • Page 25: Playback

    Playback Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button. Playing movies Touch to rewind to the desired scene, then touch playback.

  • Page 26: Viewing Still Images

    Playback (Continued) Viewing still images Touch The most recently recorded image is displayed. Switches the playback media* is displayed on the tape playback screen. To display pictures on a “Memory Stick Duo” on the Index screen Touch . Touch one of the pictures to back to the single display mode. A Previous/Next 6 pictures B The picture displayed before switching to the index screen To view pictures in other folders, touch...

  • Page 27: Using Pb Zoom

    Using PB zoom You can magnify images from about 1.1 to 5 times (from about 1.5 to 5 times in still images) the original size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD panel. 1 Play back the picture you want to magnify.

  • Page 28: Using The Guide Functions (Usage Guide)

    Using the guide functions (USAGE GUIDE) You can easily select the desired setting screens by using the guide functions (USAGE GUIDE). 60min STBY Your camcorder has 4 guide functions as shown below. SHOOT Takes you to the setting GUIDE: screens related to recording.

  • Page 29: Searching For The Starting Point

    STBY 0:00:00 The last 2 seconds (approx.) of the most recently recorded scene are played back. Then, your camcorder is set to standby. Searching quickly for a desired scene (Zero set memory) Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp, then operate the Remote Commander.

  • Page 30: Searching For A Scene By Date Of Recording (Date Search)

    Searching for the starting point (Continued) During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander at a point you want to locate later on. The tape counter is reset to “0:00:00” appears on the screen. 60min If the tape counter is not displayed, press DISPLAY.

  • Page 31: Playing The Picture On A Tv

    Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. b Notes • Make all menu settings on your camcorder before connecting. The TV may not recognize the video signal properly if the [VCR HDV/DV] or [i.LINK CONV] setting is changed after the TV and your camcorder were connected with an i.LINK cable.

  • Page 32: Connecting To A High Definition Tv

    Playing the picture on a TV (Continued) Connecting to a high definition TV Type Camcorder Component video cable (supplied) A/V connecting cable (supplied) • An A/V connecting cable is also needed to output audio signals. Connect the white and red plugs of the A/ V connecting cable to the audio input jack of your TV.

  • Page 33: Connecting To A 16:9 (Wide) Or 4:3 Tv

    • If your TV is not compatible with HDV1080i specification, connect your camcorder and TV with the supplied component video cable and A/V connecting cable as illustrated in • The TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the camcorder is connected. See the instruction manuals supplied with your TV.
  • Page 34 TV. i.LINK cable (supplied) • The TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the camcorder is connected. See the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. : Signal flow, ( ): Reference pages...
  • Page 35 • If you connect your camcorder to your TV using more than one type of cable to output images from a jack other than the i.LINK jack, the order...

  • Page 36: Using The Menu

    Using the Menu Using the menu items Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the respective lamp. CAMERA-TAPE lamp: CAMERA-MEMORY lamp: Duo” PLAY/EDIT lamp: settings for viewing/editing Touch the LCD screen to select the menu item. Unavailable items will be grayed out.

  • Page 37: Menu Items

    Menu items Available menu items (z) vary depending on which lamp is lit. During Easy Handycam operation, the setting is set automatically as shown in the following list. Position of lamp: CAMERA SET menu SCENE SELECT SPOT METER EXPOSURE WHITE BAL. SHARPNESS SHUTTR SPEED* AUTOSLW SHTR...
  • Page 38 Menu items (Continued) PictBridge PRINT USB SELECT DEMO MODE EDIT/PLAY menu VAR.SPD PB REC CTRL END SEARCH STANDARD SET menu VCR HDV/DV REC FORMAT DV SET VOLUME MIC LEVEL* LCD/VF SET COMPONENT i.LINK CONV TV TYPE DISP GUIDE STATUS CHECK GUIDEFRAME COLOR BAR* DATA CODE...

  • Page 39: Camera Set Menu

    CAMERA SET menu Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 36 for details on selecting menu items. SCENE SELECT...
  • Page 40 CAMERA SET menu (Continued) * Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away only. ** Adjusted not to focus on subjects a short distance away. b Notes • If you set [SCENE SELECT], the settings of [SHUTTR SPEED] (HDR-HC7E) and [WHITE BAL.] are canceled.
  • Page 41 • If you have changed the battery pack while [AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after inside use (or vice versa), select [AUTO] and aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment.
  • Page 42 To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO] t b Notes • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.
  • Page 43 • Remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 42) when it is hard to focus automatically. • The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the brightness. The motion of the picture may slow down in this case.
  • Page 44 Notes • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 42) when it is hard to focus automatically. • The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the brightness. The motion of the picture may slow down at this time.
  • Page 45 z Tips • You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on the Remote Commander (p. 104). DIGITAL ZOOM You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than 10 × (the default setting) while recording on a tape.

  • Page 46: Memory Set Menu

    MEMORY SET menu Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo” The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 36 for details on selecting menu items. STILL SET QUALITY B FINE ( Records still images at the fine image quality level.
  • Page 47 Sony Corporation. The number of recordable 2200 pictures varies depending on the recording 5000 environment. 4400 • The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid 9500 CMOS sensor and image processing system (new Enhanced Imaging Processor) allows for still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.
  • Page 48 Touch [YES] t b Notes • You cannot delete the created folders using your camcorder. You will have to format the “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 48), or delete them using your computer. • The number of recordable pictures on a “Memory Stick Duo”...

  • Page 49: Pict.appli. Menu

    PICT.APPLI. menu Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/playback The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 36 for details on selecting menu items. FADER You can record a transition with the following effects adding to the interval between scenes.
  • Page 50 PICT.APPLI. menu (Continued) z Tips • You can select the first picture for the slide show with [START]. D.EFFECT (Digital effect) You can add digital effects to recording/ playback. 1 Touch the desired effect. 2 Adjust the effect with touch Effect Items to adjust CINEMA...
  • Page 51 PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect) You can add special effects to a picture during recording or playback. B OFF Does not use [PICT.EFFECT] setting. SKINTONE* Makes skin texture look more smoother and more appealing. NEG.ART The color and brightness are reversed. SEPIA Pictures appear in sepia.

  • Page 52: Edit/Play Menu

    [END]. PictBridge PRINT See page 68. USB SELECT You can connect the camcorder to a personal computer with a USB cable and import pictures to the computer. You can also connect the camcorder to a PictBridge compatible printer (p. 68) using this function.

  • Page 53: Standard Set Menu

    VCR HDV/DV Select the playback signal. Normally select [AUTO]. When your camcorder is connected to another device using an i.LINK cable, select the signal to input/output from the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK). The selected signal is recorded or played back.
  • Page 54 [VCR HDV/DV] setting. Otherwise, the connected device, such as a VCR, may not be able to recognize the video signal from your camcorder. • When [AUTO] is selected, if the signal switches between HDV and DV formats, the picture and sound are interrupted temporarily.
  • Page 55 B NORMAL Standard brightness. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording.
  • Page 56 TV. 16:9 (wide) pictures HDV/DV b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to a TV with an i.LINK cable to play back the tape, the setting of [TV TYPE] is invalid. DISP GUIDE (Display guide) See page 108.
  • Page 57 The default setting is [ON], allowing you to use the supplied Remote Commander (p. 104). z Tips • Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from responding to a command sent by remote control units of other camcorders or VCRs. REC LAMP (Recording lamp)
  • Page 58 5 minutes. NEVER The camcorder is not automatically turned off. b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to a wall socket, [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to [NEVER]. CALIBRATION See page 95. QUICK REC (Quick recording)

  • Page 59: Time/Langu. Menu

    CLOCK SET See page 13. WORLD TIME When using your camcorder abroad, you can set the time difference by touching , the clock will be adjusted in accordance with the time difference. If you set the time difference to 0, the clock returns to the originally set time.
  • Page 60 Customizing Personal Menu (Continued) Deleting a menu item Touch t [P-MENU SET UP] t [DELETE]. If the desired menu item is not displayed, touch 60min STBY Select button to delete. MENU SCENE SMOOTH SELECT SLWREC TELE MACRO Touch the menu item that you want to delete.

  • Page 61: Dubbing/Editing

    ** When connecting your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video jack on the device, and the white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug to the audio jack on the device.

  • Page 62: Dubbing To Another Device

    • You cannot dub pictures using the HDMI cable. • Pictures recorded in the DV format are dubbed as SD (standard definition) images, regardless of the connection. Jacks on your camcorder Open the jack cover and connect the cable. HDV/DV Using an i.LINK cable (supplied) Select the required settings from the table below and make the menu settings.
  • Page 63 • Note the following when connecting with an i.LINK cable: – The recorded picture becomes rough when a picture is paused on your camcorder while recording to a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder. – Data codes (date/time/camera settings data) may not be displayed or recorded depending on the device or application.

  • Page 64: Recording Pictures From A Vcr

    “Memory Stick Duo.” Be sure to insert a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” for recording in your camcorder beforehand. You can connect your camcorder to a VCR device using an i.LINK cable. Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.
  • Page 65 • When a 4:3 video signal is input, it appears with black bands on the right and left sides on the screen of your camcorder. Recording still images Perform steps 1 to 4 in “Recording movies.”...

  • Page 66: Dubbing Pictures From A Tape To A

    • The date and time the picture is recorded on the tape and stored on the “Memory Stick Duo” are recorded. On your camcorder, the date and time the picture is recorded on the tape are displayed. Camera setting data recorded on the tape cannot be stored on the “Memory Stick Duo.”...

  • Page 67: Marking Images On The "Memory Stick Duo" With Specific Information (Print Mark/Image Protection)

    • To cancel Print mark, touch the image again to cancel Print mark in step 3. • Do not mark images on your camcorder if the “Memory Stick Duo” already has some images with the Print mark put on using other devices.

  • Page 68: Printing Recorded Images (Pictbridge Compliant Printer)

    Printing recorded images You can print out pictures using a PictBridge compliant printer without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor to obtain power from the wall socket (p. 10). Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” containing still images into your camcorder and turn on the printer.
  • Page 69 – Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. – Remove the “Memory Stick Duo” from your camcorder. • If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB cable, turn the printer off and on again and restart the operation from the beginning.

  • Page 70: Using A Computer

    Exporting imported movies from a computer to your camcorder You can send movies which were imported to the computer back to your camcorder in HD (high definition) image quality. About “First Step Guide” The “First Step Guide” is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer.

  • Page 71: System Requirements

    Memory Stick slot on your computer to copy still images to the computer. • When using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” and your computer is not compatible with it, connect your camcorder with the USB cable instead of using the Memory Stick slot on the computer.

  • Page 72: Installing The "First Step Guide" And Software

    Tips • See page 74 when you use a Macintosh computer. Installing the “First Step Guide” Confirm that your camcorder is not connected to the computer. Turn on the computer. b Notes • Log on as an Administrator for installation.
  • Page 73 “First Step Guide.” After you install the software, a shortcut icon for the customers registration website is created on the desktop. • Once you register on the website, you can get secure and useful customer support. http://www.sony.net/registration/di/...

  • Page 74: Viewing "First Step Guide

    Tips • You can also start by selecting [Start] t [Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [FirstStepGuide] t Your camcorder’s folder t “First Step Guide” in HTML. • To view “First Step Guide” in HTML without...

  • Page 75: Troubleshooting

    If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. • Overall operations/Easy Handycam/ Remote Commander...75 • Batteries/Power sources ...76 •...
  • Page 76 • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 10). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.
  • Page 77 The Cassette Memory indicator or title display does not appear while using a cassette with Cassette Memory. • This camcorder does not support Cassette Memory, so the indicator does not appear. The remaining tape indicator is not displayed. • Set [ REMAINING] to [ON] to always display the remaining tape indicator (p.
  • Page 78 (p. 88). • The tape is stuck to the drum due to moisture condensation. Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour, then reinsert the cassette (p. 93). You cannot record on the “Memory Stick Duo.”...
  • Page 79 [COLOR SLOW S] does not operate correctly. • [COLOR SLOW S] may not operate correctly in total darkness. Use NightShot or [SUPER NS]. You cannot use [SUPER NS]. • The NIGHTSHOT switch is not set to ON (p. 24). The auto focus does not function. •...
  • Page 80 • This occurs if the tape or video head is dirty (p. 94). • Use the Sony mini DV cassette. “---” is displayed on the screen. • The tape you are playing was recorded without setting the date and time.
  • Page 81 HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the pictures. • DV format pictures input to the camcorder via i.LINK cable (p. 64) cannot be output. • This occurs if you record on a tape in both HDV and DV formats.
  • Page 82 HDMI cable. • You cannot dub pictures using the HDMI cable. New sound added to a recorded tape on another camcorder is not heard. • Adjust [ AUDIO MIX] from the [ST1] (original sound) side until the sound is heard appropriately (p. 54).
  • Page 83 Not available If this function is set [EXPOSURE] NightShot [WHITE BAL.] NightShot [SHARPNESS] [CINEMA EFECT] [SHUTTR SPEED] NightShot, of the CAM CTRL [CINEMA EFECT], dial (HDR-HC7E) [OLD MOVIE], [SMTH SLW REC] [AE SHIFT] [FIREWORKS], [MANUAL] of [EXPOSURE], [CINEMA EFECT] [SPOT FOCUS] [SCENE SELECT] [TELE MACRO] [SCENE SELECT],...

  • Page 84: Warning Indicators And Messages

    If indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following. Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis...

  • Page 85: Moisture Condensation

    • The amount of lights is not sufficient, so camera-shake easily occurs. Use the flash. • The camcorder is unsteady, so camera- shake easily occurs. Hold the camcorder steady with both hands and shoot the image. However, note that the camera-shake warning indicator does not disappear.

  • Page 86: Pictbridge Compliant Printer

    (p. 48, 89). Memory Stick folders are full. • You cannot create folders exceeding 999MSDCF. You cannot delete created folders using your camcorder. • You will have to format the “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 48), or delete them using your computer.

  • Page 87: Additional Information

    Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any country/region using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. On TV color systems Your camcorder is PAL system, so its...

  • Page 88: Maintenance And Precautions

    Maintenance and precautions Usable cassette tapes Your camcorder is capable of recording in both HDV and DV formats. You can use mini DV format cassettes only. Use a cassette with the Your camcorder is not compatible with the Cassette Memory function.

  • Page 89: About The "Memory Stick

    Note that data that uses “MagicGate” technology cannot be recorded or played on your camcorder. • Still image format: Your camcorder compresses and records image data in the JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format. The file extension is “.JPG.”...
  • Page 90 “Design rule for Camera File system” universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • On your camcorder, you cannot play back still images recorded on other devices (DCR- TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that do not conform to the universal standard (These models are not sold in some regions).

  • Page 91: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    To store the battery pack, remove it from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool place. • To discharge the battery pack on your camcorder completely, set [A.SHUT OFF] to...

  • Page 92: About I.link

    Interfaces, refer to the operating instructions of the device to be connected. z Tips • i.LINK is a more familiar term for the IEEE1394 data transport bus proposed by Sony, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. • IEEE1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

  • Page 93: About X.v.color

    (during HDV/DV dubbing). About x.v.Color • x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark of Sony. • xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video. This standard can express a wider color range than the currently used broadcast standard.
  • Page 94 Such a freezing point cannot be recovered if it was created while recording. To prevent such a problem, use the Sony mini DV cassette. • If the following problem occurs, clean the video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM- 12CLD cleaning cassette (optional).
  • Page 95 (optional), it might be because the video heads are worn out. Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility to have the video heads replaced. LCD screen • Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause damage.

  • Page 96: Specifications

    The rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder at all without the AC Adaptor connected or the battery pack attached. Use your camcorder after charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery.
  • Page 97 Industries Association). Files in this format can have additional information such as your camcorder’s setting information at the time of recording. The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid CMOS sensor and image processing system (new Enhanced Imaging Processor) allows for still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.
  • Page 98 Specifications (Continued) Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10-pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ...
  • Page 99 Mass (approx.) HDR-HC5E: 530 g (1 lb 2 oz) main unit only 630 g (1 lb 6 oz) including the NP- FH60 rechargeable battery pack and DVM60 cassette. HDR-HC7E: 550 g (1 lb 3 oz) main unit only 650 g (1 lb 6 oz) including the NP- FH60 rechargeable battery pack and DVM60 cassette.
  • Page 100 Specifications (Continued) On trademarks • “Handycam” and registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Ltd. • “Memory Stick,” “ Duo,” “ PRO Duo,” “ “MagicGate,” “...
  • Page 101 The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your accessory for details. • When you connect an accessory, open the shoe cover.
  • Page 102 Identifying parts and controls (Continued) A HDR-HC7E: MANUAL button (23) B HDR-HC7E: CAM CTRL dial (23) C NIGHTSHOT switch (24) D BACK LIGHT button (24) E Zoom buttons (22) F START/STOP button (20) G DISPLAY/BATT INFO button (11) H (USB) jack (68) I Speaker Playback sounds come out from the speaker.
  • Page 103 B Flash C Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (4) D Remote sensor/Infrared port Point the Remote Commander (p. 104) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. E Microphone An Active Interface Shoe compatible microphone (optional) will take precedence when connected.
  • Page 104 Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
  • Page 105 Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies GUIDE A Recording format ( (54) Recording mode (SP or LP) is also displayed in the DV format. B Remaining battery (approx.) C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) D During recording: Tape counter (hour: minute: second) During playback: Time code (hour: minute: second: frame)
  • Page 106 Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued) Viewing movies O Tape transport indicator P Video operation buttons (25) Viewing still images qj qa qk ql 6.1M MEMORY PLAY wg wh Q Data file name R Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures in the current playback folder S Playback folder (48) T Previous/Next folder icon...
  • Page 107 Indicators when you made changes Upper left Q.REC Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning Recording format (53) AUDIO MODE* (54) SP LP Recording mode* (54) Self-timer recording (44) WIDE SELECT* (54) QUICK REC** (58) Interval photo recording (49) Flash light (43) Upper right Indicator Meaning...
  • Page 108 Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued) Other indicator Indicator Checking the screen indicators (Display guide) You can easily check the meaning of each indicator that appears on the LCD screen. 1 Touch [GUIDE] t [DISP GUIDE]. 60min 2 Touch the area including the indicator that you want to check.
  • Page 109 Index Numeric 1080i/576i ...56 12BIT...54 16BIT...54 21-pin adaptor...35 576i ...56 AC Adaptor...10 AE SHIFT...41, 83 ALL ERASE...47 AUDIO MIX...54 AUDIO MODE...54 AUTOSLW SHTR (Auto slow shutter) ...41 A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off) ...58 A/V connecting cable ...32, 61 A/V OUT jack...31, 102 BACK LIGHT ...24, 79 Battery ...10 BEACH...39...
  • Page 110 Index (Continued) Lens cover ...14, 20 LP (Long Play) ...54 Macintosh ...74 Mains lead ...10 Maintenance and precautions ...88 MEMORY SET menu ...46 “Memory Stick” ...89 “Memory Stick Duo”...16 FORMAT ...48 Menu...36 MIC LEVEL...55 Mirror mode ...24 Moisture condensation ...93 MONOTONE ...49 MOSAIC FADER ...49 NEG.ART...51...
  • Page 111 USB SELECT...52 Using abroad...87 VAR.SPD PB (Various speed playback) ...52 VF B.LIGHT (Viewfinder brightness) ...55 VOLUME ...55 Warning indicators...84 Warning messages ...85 WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift) ...42 WHITE BAL. (White balance)...40, 83 WHITE FADER ...49 Windows ...70, 71 WORLD TIME...59 Write-protect tab ...88, 89 X.V.COLOR ...45, 93 ZEBRA ...44...
  • Page 112 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ Printed in Japan...

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