Sony DCR-HC40 - Digital Handycam Camcorder User manual

FEATURES
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STEP-UP FEATURE
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1.0 Megapixel (Gross) Advanced HAD™
CCD Imager
1/5" Advanced HAD™(Hole
Accumulation Diode) CCD with
690K (effective) pixels provides excellent detail
and clarity, with exceptional video performance
(up to 520 lines of horizontal resolution).
Realize great looking digital still images utilizing
1000K (effective) pixels. The Megapixel
technology enhances your digital videos and
digital still photography performance.
MiniDV Recording
Offers up to 520 lines of horizontal resolution,
3X color bandwidth (vs. VHS) and significantly
higher S/N ratio, to provide stunning video
performance.
10X Optical/120X Digital Zoom
The optical zoom helps to bring the action up
close from far away. In addition, the digital
zoom interpolation means that extreme digital
zooming is clearer, with less distortion than
previous types of digital zooms.
2.5" Hybrid SwivelScreen™LCD Display
(123K Pixels)
Provides excellent viewing clarity
with improved resolution. The
123K pixel LCD display makes
images sharp and detailed during playback or
when monitoring recording. The Hybrid
Reflective-Transmissive LCD Screen provides
accurate viewing in sunlight or bright light,
virtually eliminating the “wash-out”common
with traditional LCD Screens.
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Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory
Stick Duo™Media
Capture digital still images at
1152 x 864 or 640 x 480 resolution,
directly onto Memory Stick Duo™
media for easy transfer to PC’s for emailing,
printing, or sharing with other compatible
Memory Stick™devices.
Picture Package™Software
Easily create fun music videos with the
supplied software.
Professional Quality Carl Zeiss®
Vario-Tessar®Lens
Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced
optical multi-layer coating offering
less glare and flare with increased
contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance,
true-to-life color saturation and perfect
renditions of subtle tones.
Stamina®Battery Power Management
System 6 Hours (Using Optional NP-FP90)
The Sony DCR-HC40 can continuously
record for up to 6 hours or playback
for up to 7 hours (with LCD screen off)
on a single charge with the optional NP-FP90.
Progressive Shutter
Mechanical shutter system that provides
Progressive Scan performance while utilizing
an interlace scanning system. Digital still
images will be sharp and clear with excellent
definition.
Easy Handycam Button
Using a camcorder can be
intimidating for some people, so
with a press of the Easy Handycam
button, most of the advanced functions of the
camcorder are “locked out”leaving only the
buttons essential for recording operational.
Super NightShot Plus Infrared System
An advanced version of Sony’s
NightShot®Infrared system that
allows users to record natural
color images in low-light conditions, but
without the blurring common with other low-
light recording systems.
Analog To Digital Conversion with
Pass-Through
Convert and/or record any analog NTSC video
source to digital video via the analog inputs.
Analog NTSC video can also be passed through
the digital Handycam camcorder directly into a
PC via the i.LINK®interface in real-time for
easy PC editing of your analog footage.
Battery Information
Battery information is momentarily
displayed without having to power
on the camcorder. Quickly access
the battery’s status by pressing the Battery Info
button. The Recording Time Available is
displayed in minutes on either the LCD screen
or in the viewfinder.
InfoLithium®Battery with AccuPower™
Meter System
Charge the battery at any
time because unlike NiCad
(Nickel Cadmium) batteries Sony’s
rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries are not
subjected to a life shortening “memory effect”.
Sony’s exclusive AccuPower™meter displays
the battery time remaining in minutes, in the
viewfinder or the LCD screen.
Super SteadyShot Image
Stabilization System
An advanced version of Sony’s
SteadyShot®system that controls an
even higher range of shake and
vibration frequencies, to achieve an even higher
level of smoothness without degradation of video
like some other image stabilization systems.
i.LINK®* DV Interface (IEEE1394)
A high speed bi-directional digital
video/audio communication between
two compatible devices equipped with
an IEEE1394 interface, including camcorders,
digital VTRs and PCs.
12-Bit/16-Bit PCM Digital Stereo
16-Bit offers the same outstanding sound
quality as compact disc. 12-Bit recording
enables you to add an additional audio track
with compatible audio dubbing equipment or
i.LINK®* interface compatible computers.
MPEG EX Movie Mode
Unlike earlier MPEG1 Movies,
MPEG EX Movie Mode will allow
you to record uninterrupted to the
capacity of the Memory Stick Duo™Media.
These movies are perfect for emailing to
friends and family.
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DCR-HC40
Digital Handycam®Camcorder
The DCR-HC40 is a spectacular option for
those looking for great video and stills in a
compact camcorder. Offering a 1.0 Megapixel
CCD imager, this high quality camcorder
delivers 10X Optical/120X Digital Zoom and
Carl Zeiss®optics for incredible picture clarity.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
SPECIFICATIONS
Imaging Device: 1/5" 1070K Pixel Advanced HAD™CCD
Video Actual: 690K Pixels
Still Actual: 1000K Pixels
F: 1.8 –2.3
Focal Distance: 3.2 –32mm
35mm Conversion: 46 –460mm (Camera mode)
38 –380mm (Memory mode)
Filter Diameter: 25mm
Optical Zoom: 10X
Digital Zoom: 120X
Focusing: Full Range Auto/Manual (Touch Screen)
Minimum Illumination: 7 lux (0 lux with Super NightShot Plus Infrared System)
NightShot Infrared System: Super NightShot Plus
Shutter Speed: 1/4 –1/4000 (AE Mode)
Viewfinder: Color, 123K Pixels
LCD: 2.5" (123K) Hybrid Color
Accessory Shoe: Intelligent
Video Input/Output: Yes/Yes (Multi A/V, Special)
Audio Input/Output: Yes/Yes (Stereo, Special)
i.LINK
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DV Interface (IEEE1394): Yes
USB: Yes
Memory Stick PRO Duo™Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 512MB
media capacity; does not support high speed transfer
function; does not support Access Control security function
USB Streaming: Yes
LANC (Accessory) Terminal: Yes (Stereo, Mini)
Headphone Jack: N/A
Mic. Input: Yes (Stereo)
White Balance: Auto/Outdoor/Indoor/One Push
Exposure: Manual, Touch Panel (24 Steps)
Power Consumption (VF/LCD/VF+LCD): 2.9W/3.2W/3.3W
Software OS Compatibility: Microsoft®Windows®98SE, Me, 2000 Professional,
XP Home and Pro
Macintosh®OS X (10.1.5 or later)**
Dimensions (WHD): 2" x 3 5⁄8" x 4 1⁄2" (50 x 92 x 112mm)
Weight: 14 oz (400g) without Tape and Battery
Supplied Accessories: AC-L25 Power Adaptor/ In Camera Charger, NP-FP50
InfoLithium®Rechargeable Battery, RMT-831 Wireless
Remote Commander®Remote Control, USB Cable,
MSG-M8A Memory Stick Duo™Media, MSAC-M2 Memory
Stick Duo Adapter, CR2025 Battery, Multi A/V Cable, LCD
Cleaning Cloth, CD-ROM w/Driver (Picture Package™
Software v1.0 for Sony)
©2004 Sony Electronics Inc.
Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved.
Sony, AccuPower, Advanced HAD, Handycam, i.LINK, InfoLithium, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo,
Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, NightShot, Picture Package, Remote
Commander, Stamina, SteadyShot, SwivelScreen, and Worry Free are trademarks of Sony. Carl Zeiss and
Vario-Tessar are trademarks of Carl Zeiss. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their
respective owners. Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and
measures are approximate.
1Available storage capacity of Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO media may vary. A portion of the
memory is used for data management functions. Actual available memory in MBs is: 8=7.5, 16=15, 32=30,
64=61, 128=123, 256=220, 512=460
* i.LINK is a trademark of Sony, used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connector. All
products with an IEEE1394 connector may not communicate with each other.
** Not compatible with USB Streaming.
ACC-DVP MiniDV Starter Kit
LCS-VA5 Carrying Case
NP-FP50/70/90 High Capacity InfoLithium®
Batteries
VCL-0625S Wide Angle Lens
VCL-2025S Telephoto Lens
VCL-TW25 Twin Conversion Lens
VF-R25NK Filter Set
MSH-M64A, MSH-M128A Memory Stick
Duo™Media
MSX-M256A, MSX-M512A Memory Stick PRO
Duo™Media
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Battery* Continuous Record Time Continuous Playback Time
(Fully charged) VF/LCD/VF+LCD LCD On/Off
NP-FP50 95/85/80 min 105/120 min
NP-FP70 200/180/175 min 225/255 min
NP-FP90 355/320/310 min 400/455 min
*Results may vary depending upon conditions
BATTERY LIFE
Built-In Lens Cover
Digital Audio/Video Fader
Digital Program Editing
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Intelligent Accessory Shoe
LCD Record Button
Multi-Language Menu
PictBridge™Compatibility
Program AE (Auto Exposure) Modes
USB Streaming
DCR-HC40
Digital Handycam®Camcorder
Sony Electronics Inc.
16765 West Bernardo Drive
San Diego, CA 92127
www.sony.com/di
For more information:
1.800.352.SONY
MEMORY MODE
Memory Stick Fine/Std Fine/Std Memory Stick PRO Fine/Std Fine/Std
Duo™Media11152 x 864 640 x 480 Duo™Media11152 x 864 640 x 480
8MB 15/37 50/120
16MB 30/74 96/240
32MB 61/150 190/485
64MB 120/300 390/980
128MB 245/600 780/1970
256MB 445/1000 1400/3550
512MB 900/2050 2850/7200
Memory Stick Email Mode Presentation
Duo™Media (160 x 112)
Mode (320 x 240)
8MB 5m 20s 1m 20s
16MB 10m 40s 2m 40s
32MB 21m 20s 5m 20s
64MB 42m 40s 10m 40s
128MB 1h 25m 20s 21m 20s
256MB 2h 50m 40s 42m 40s
512MB 5h 41m 20s 1h 25m 20s
MPEG MOVIE EX MODE
h=hour, m=minute, s=second
Memory Stick PRO Email Mode Presentation
Duo™Media (160 x 112)
Mode (320 x 240)