Sony Handycam HDR-FX1000 User manual

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Operating Guide
HDR-FX I O00
Getting Started
Using the Menu
Dubbing/Editing
Using a Computer
Troubleshooting
Additional Information
Quick Reference
Spanish Quick Guide/
Guia rfipida en espa_ol
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To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SNOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK}.
NO USER-SERVICEA6LE PARTS INSIDE,
REFER SERVICING TO QUAUFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL,
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
Never expose the battery pack to
temperature above 60 ° C (140 ° F), such as
in a car parked in the sun or under direct
sunlight.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-
over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
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I_PORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONSI
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into
the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated
on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power
supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For
those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
• For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug
adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet.

Readthis first
Before operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
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Replace the battery with the
specified type only. Otherwise, fire
or injury may result.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones
and headphones call cause hearing loss.
Do not expose the batteries to excessive
heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
RECYCLINGLITHIUM-IONBATTERIES
Lithium-Inn batteries are O
recyclable. You can help preserve
our environment by relurning
your used rechargeable batteries
to the colleclkm and recycling
location nearest you.
Fur more inlormatiun regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-
8837, ur visit http://www.rbrc.urg/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Inn batteries.
Owner'sRecord
The model and serial numbers are located on the
bottom. Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Rellzr to these numbers whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Mndel No. HDR-FX lI)00
Serial No.
Mndel No. AC-
No.
If you have any questions about this
product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-
222-SONY (7669).
The number below is for the FCC related
matters only.
RegulatoryInformation
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: HDR-FX 1000
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprilln, San Diego, CA
92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15of the FCC
Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Note
This equipment has been tested and lound to
comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interllzrence in a
residential installatinn. This equipment generates,
uses. and can radiate radio li'equency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructinns, may cause harmflfl interference tn
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occtu" in a particular installation. It"this
equipment does cause barmlul interference to
radio or televiskm reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try tn correct the
interli_rence by one or more of the lollnwing
measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit difflzrent fi'om that to which the receiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician [i_r help.
The supplied interface cable must be used with the
equipment in order to comply witb tbe limits for a
digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
FortheStateofCalifornia,USAonly
Perchlorale Material - special handling may
apply, See
www.dlsc.ca.gov/hazardouswasle/perchlorale
Perchlorale Material: Lithium baltery coulains
perchlorate.
Typesofcassetteyoucanuseinyour
camcorder
You can use mini DV cassettes marked
with MI_T. Your camcorder does not
support the Cassette Memory function
(p. 110).
Typesof"MemoryStick"youcanuse
inyourcamcorder
You can use "Memory Stick" that have the
logo shown below (p. 111).
MEMORvSTIcKrlUB("Memory Stick Duo")
MEMBR'ISTICKPRO BU0 ("Memory Stick
PRO Duo")
IVlElUORYSTICI<PRO-HBBult("Memory Stick
PRO-HG Duo")
"Memory Stick Duo"
(This size can be used with your camcorder.)
"Memory Stick"
(You cannot use with your camcorder.)
• You cannot use any type of memory card
except "Memory Stick Duo."
• "Memory Stick PRO Duo" can be used
only with "Memory Stick PRO"
compatible equipment.
• Do not attach a label or the like on a
"Memory Stick Duo" or a "Memory Stick
Duo" Adaptor.
Whenusinga "MemoryStickDuo"
with"MemoryStick"compatible
equipment
Be sure to insert the "Memory Stick Duo"
into the "Memory Stick Duo" Adaptor.
"Memory Stick Duo" Adaptor
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Usingthecamcorder
• Do not hold the camcorder by the
following part.
Lens hood Viewfinder
with lens cover
LCD panel Microphone
0Notes
• The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof
or waterproof.
See "About handling of your camcorder"
(p. 115).

•Donotconnectcablestoyourcamcorder
withtheirterminalsplacedthewrong
way.Squeezingtheterminalsintoyour
camcorder'sjacksmaydamagethemor
resultsillamalfunctionofyour
camcorder.
Aboutmenuitems,LCDpanel,
viewfinder,andlens
• A menu item that is grayed out is not
available under the current recording or
playback conditions.
• The LCD screen and the viewfinder are
manufactured using extremely high-
precision technology, so over 99.99% of
the pixels are operational for effective
use. However, there may be some tiny
black points and/or bright points (white,
red, blue, or green in color) that appear
constantly on the LCD screen and the
viewfinder. These points are normal
results of the manufacturing process and
do not affect the recording in any way.
Black point
White, red, blue
or green points
Abouttemperatureofyourcamcorder
andbatterypack
• Your camcorder has a protective function
that disables recording or playback if the
temperature of your camcorder or battery
pack is beyond the safely operable range.
In this case, a message appears on the
screen or in the viewfinder (p. 105).
Donotexposeyourcamcorder's
viewfinder,lens,or LCDscreentothe
sunorstronglightsourceforextended
periods.
• Intense light sources, especially the sun
will converge on the viewfinder or lens
and damage the internal parts of your
camcorder. Avoid sunlight or other strong
light sources when storing your
camcorder. Protect this device by always
closing the lens cover or by placing it in
its bag when not in use.
Onrecording
• Before starting to record, test the
recording function to make sure the
picture and sound are recorded without
any problems.
• Compensation for the contents of
recordings cannot be provided, even if
recording or playback is not possible due
to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage
media, etc.
• TV color systems differ depending on the
countries/regions. To view your
recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC
system-based TV.
• Television programs, fihns, video tapes,
and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials
may be contrary to the copyright laws.
• Because of the way that the image device
(CMOS sensor) reads out image signals,
the subjects passing by the frame rapidly
might appear crooked depending on the
recording conditions. This phenomenon
may be notable in displays having high
motion resolution.
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OnplayingbackHDVtapesonother
devices
You cannot play back a tape recorded ill the
HDV format on DV format video cameras
o1"on mini DV players.
Check the contents of tapes by playing
them back on this camcorder prior to
playing them back on other devices.
Note on the icons used in this manual
_ Features available for the HDV
format only
O Features available for the DV
tormat only
This function that can be used when
i.LINK cable is connected.
(_) The function that can be assigned to
an ASSIGN button.
Aboutthismanual
• The images of the LCD screen and the
viewfinder used in this manual for
illustration purposes are captured using a
digital still camera, and therefore may
appear different.
• The on-screen displays in each local
language are used for illustrating the
operating procedures. Change the screen
language before using your camcorder if
necessary (p. 25).
• Design and specifications of recording
media and other accessories are subject to
change without notice.

Tableof Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................. 3
Read this first ........................................................................................... 5
Trying out the new HDV format! ............................................................. 12
Features of this camcorder ..................................................................... 13
Handy Functions for Recording .............................................................. 14
Viewing video recorded in the HDV format! ........................................... 15
Step 1: Checking supplied items ............................................................ 16
Step 2: Attaching the lens hood with lens cover ..................................... 17
Step 3: Charging the battery pack .......................................................... 18
Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly ..... 21
Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder .................................... 22
Step 6: Setting the date and time ........................................................... 24
Changing the language setting .......................................................... 25
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo" .................................. 26
Recording ............................................................................................... 28
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings ............................. 31
Adjusting the zoom ............................................................................. 31
Adjusting the focus manually .............................................................. 32
Adjusting the image brightness .......................................................... 33
Adjusting to Natural Color (White balance) ......................................... 36
Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile) ................................. 37
Adjusting the volume .......................................................................... 42
Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons ..................................... 44
Recording an index signal .................................................................. 45
Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review) .............. 45
Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording
(End search) ....................................................................................... 45
Using the Shot transition .................................................................... 46
Playback ................................................................................................. 49
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TableofConte_ts(Continued)
Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder ............................... 52
Changing the screen 52
Displaying recording data (Data code) ............................................... 52
Displaying the settings in your camcorder (Status check) ................. 53
Checking the remaining battery (Battery ]nfo) .................................... 53
Locating a scene on a tape .................................................................... 54
Searching quickly for a desired scene (Zero set memory) ................. 54
Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search) ................ 55
Searching for a recording start point (Index search) .......................... 55
Playing the picture on a TV .................................................................... 56
Using the menu items ........................................................... 62
Menu items ............................................................................................ 64
(CAMERA SET) menu .................................................................... 66
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SETUP/
BACK LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.)
,_ (AUDIO SET) menu ....................................................................... 73
Settings for the audio recording (DV AUMODE/DV AUDIO MIX, etc.)
D (DISPLAY SET) menu ..................................................................... 74
Display settings of the display and the viewfinder (MARKER/VF B.LIGHT/DISP
OUTPUT, etc.)
_, (IN/OUT REC) menu ....................................................................... 77
Recording settings, input and output settings (VCR HDV/DV/DV REC MODE/
DV WIDE REC/TV TYPE, etc.)
_(MEMORY SET) menu .................................................................... 80
Settings for the "Memory Stick Duo" (ALL ERASE/FORMAT, etc.)
_g (OTHERS) menu ............................................................................. 81
Settings while recording on a tape or other basic settings (QUICK REC/BEEP,
etc.)
Dubbing to VCR, DVD/HDD device, etc ................................................ 84
Recording pictures from a VCR ............................................................ 88
Copying movies on a tape to a computer .............................................. 91
Copying still images to a computer ........................................................ 93
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Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 94
Warning indicators and messages ....................................................... 104
Using your camcorder abroad .............................................................. 107
Maintenance and precautions .............................................................. 110
HDV format and recording/playback ................................................ 110
About the "Memory Stick". ................................................................ 111
About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack ............................................. 112
About i.LINK ...................................................................................... 113
About x.v,Color ................................................................................. 114
About handling of your camcorder ................................................... 115
Specifications ....................................................................................... 119
Identifying parts and controls ............................................................... 123
Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder ...................................... 128
Index ..................................................................................................... 131
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ER_iWiW flict_res with high flefit_itio_ quality
Tryingeut the new HDVfermat!
Being HDV format compliant, your camcorder is ready to shoot crystal clear, high-definition
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Featuresof this camcorder
The HDV1080i specification digital HD video camera recorder has the following features to
enable you to record beautiful scenery while traveling, etc., ill high definition quality.
[] 3-ClearVidCIVIOSsensorsysteminstalled
This camcorder is fitted with the 3-ClearVid CMOS sensor system. Superb spectroscopic
characteristics and high definition are achieved by the use of three ClearVid CMOS sensors
developed by Sony for high definition, enabling reproduction of digital high definition with
excellent sensitivity and color reproducibility.
[] 20×optical zoomGLensinstalled
The 20 x optical zoom G Lens enables you to zoom-in on distant objects and record in high
definition quality.
[] Realisticsoundrecordingwithbuilt-inhighperformancemicrophone
The high performance stereo microphone built into this camcorder enables bighly realistic
sound recording.
[] Detailedmanualsettingsforseriousfilming
Extensive manual setting functions allow you to shoot high definition videos with customized
settings.
The zoom ring, focus ring and iris ring provide full manual control.
You can manually fine-adjust the shutter speed, white balance and gain.
[] Connectingtootherdevices
Superb external connectability is provided by all i LINK (HDV/DV) jack, an A/V Remote
Connector (for component A/V cable, A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO and A/V
connecting cable), an HDMI OUT jack, a LANC jack and a headphone jack on the rear of
your camcorder, and a "Memory Stick Duo" slot on the right side.
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HandyFunctionsfor Recording
You call record 1.2M still images on the "Memory Stick Duo" during recording movie.
Moving subjects call be shot ill smooth moving slow-motion.
Two settings profiles, including brightness, color, etc., call be saved ill your camcorder. This
enables you to use saved settings data to quickly reproduce suitable shooting settings.
You can adjust the brightness using the iris ring. You call select either [IRIS] or
[EXPOSURE] for the brightness adjustment with the iris ring.
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Viewingvideorecordedinthe HDVformat!
Pictures recorded ill the HDV format call be played back as crisp HD (high definition)
picture on a high definition TV.
•For details on HDVI080i specification compliant TVs, see page 58.
Your camcorder call down convert video recorded in the HDV format to SD (standard
definition) quality for playback on a conventional TV.
IConnectingtoanHDVI080ispecification
An optional i.LINK cableallows you to copy pictures inHD (high definition) quality.
IConnectingto HDVI080i non-compliantspecification
Use your camcorder to convert HDV format video to SD (standard definition) quality to
enable copying.
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ICopyingmovie from tape to a computer
You can copy movie to a computer, and save to DVD from copying movie.
The computer will need to be set up differently depending on whether HDV or DV format
video is to be copied. See page 91 for details.
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Step1: Checkingsupplieditems
Make sure that you have following items
supplied with your carncorder.
The number ill the parentheses indicates the
number of that item supplied.
• The cassette tape and "Memory Stick Duo" are
not included. See p. 6, p. 110 and p. 111 lot
types of cassette tapes and "Memory Stick Duo"
that you can use Oll yotlr camcorder.
AC Adaptor (1) (p. 18)
Large eyecup (1) (p. 23)
Rechargeable battery pack NP-F570 (1)
(p. 18, 112)
Power cord (mains lead) (1) (p. 18)
Wireless Remote Commander (1)
(p. 54, 127)
Lens hood with lens cover (1) (p. 17)
This lens hood is pre-mounted.
Operating Guide (This manual) (1)
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
Component AN cable (1) (p. 56)
AN connecting cable (1) (p. 56, 84)
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Step2: Attachingthe lenshoodwith lenscover
Toopenor closetheshutterofthe
Lenshoodwithlenscover
Move the lens cover lever up or down to
open or close the lens cover.
PUSH (lens hood release) button
Move the lens cover lever to OPEN to
open the lens cover, and move the
lever to CLOSE to close the lens
cover.
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Align the marks on the lens hood to those
on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood ill
the direction of the arrow @.
ToremovetheLenshoodwithlens
cover
Turn the lens hood ill the opposite direction
to the arrow (_) in the illustration while
pressing the PUSH (lens hood release)
button.
"8" Tips
• It"you attach or remove a 72mm (2 7/8 in.) PL
lilter or MC protector, remove the lens hood
with lens cover.
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Step3: Chargingthe batterypack
You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM"
battery pack (L series) with the
supplied AC Adaptor.
O Notes
•You cannot use batteries other than the
"lnfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series)
(p. 112).
/With the • mark on the DC plug
facing outwards, connect the DC
plug to the DC IN jack on your
camcorder.
__ IN jack
To the wall outlet
(wall socket)
AC Adaptor _z_==_
Power cord (mains lead)
4
| Press the battery pack against the
back of your camcorder and slide
it down.
3
4
5
Connect the power cord (mains
lead) to the AC Adaptor.
Connect the power cord (mains
lead) to the wall outlet (wall
socket).
Set the POWER switch to
OFF (CHG).
The CHG lamp lights up and charging
starts.
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Afterchargingthebattery
Tile CHG lamp turns off when tile battery is
fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor
fi'om the DC IN jack.
"_" Tips
• You can check tile remaining battery life with
tile battery intk_Rmction (p. 53)
Toremovethebatterypack
Set tile POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
Push the BATT RELEASE (battery release)
button and remove the battery pack.
BATT RELEASE
(battery release) button
Tostorethebatterypack
If tile battery pack will not be used for a
while, run down the battery and store it. See
page 113 for details on storage of the
battery pack.
Chargingtime
Approximate time (rain.) required when
you fully charge a fully discharged battery
pack.
NP-F570 (supplied) 260
NP-F770 370
NP-F970 485
Recordingtime
Approximate time (rain.) available when
you use a fully charged battery pack.
0 Notes
• You cannot use tile NP-F330 battery pack with
this camcorder.
Recording in the HDV format
NP-F570 135 65
(supplied) 140 70
NP-F770 290 145
295 145
NP-F970 430 215
445 220
Recording in the DV format
NP-F570 145 70
(supplied) 150 75
NP-F770 300 150
310 155
NP-F970 450 225
465 230
Top: When tile LCD backlight turns on.
Bottom: Recording time when recording with
tile viewfinder while the LCD panel is
closed.
* Typical recording time shows the time when
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the
power on/off and zooming.
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Playingtime
Approximate time (rain.) available when
you use a fully charged battery pack.
HDV format pictures
NP-F570
(supplied)
NP-F770
NP-F970
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200 210
415 435
630 660
DV format pictures !!!!....
NP-F570
(supplied)
NP-F770
NP-F970
220 230
445 470
675 705
* When the LCD backlight turns on.
On the battery pack
• Before changing the battery pack, set the
POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
• The CHG lamp flashes during charging, or
Battery lnfo (p. 53) will not be correctly
displayed tinder the following conditions.
The battery pack is not attached correctly.
The battery pack is damaged.
The battery pack is worn=out (For Battery
lnfo only).
The hattery pack is too cold.
Replace the battery pack, or remove it and put
it in a warm place.
The hattery pack is too hot.
Replace the battery pack, or remove it and put
it in a cool place.
• The power will not be supplied from the battery
as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the
DC 1N jack of your camcorder, even when the
power cord (mains lead) is disconnected from
the wall outlet (wall socket).
On the charging/recording/playback time
•Times measured with the camcorder at 25 °C
(77 °F). 10 °C to 30 °C 150 °F to 86 °F) is
recomn/euded.
• The recording and playback time will be shorter
whei1 yoLI LlSe your camcorder ill lOW
temperatures.
• The recording and playback time will be shorter
depending on the conditions under which you
use your camcorder.
You can use the AC Adaptor to obtain AC.
While you are using the AC Adaptor, the
battery pack will not lose its charge even
when it is attached to your camcorder.
Connect your camcorder as shown
in Step3:Charging the battery pack
(p.t8).
On the AC Adaptor
• Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when
using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC
Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket)
immediately if any malfunction occurs while
using your camcorder.
• Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow
space, such as between a wall and furniture.
• Do not short=circuit the DC plug of the AC
Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic
objects. This may cause a malfnnction.
• Even if your camcorder is turned ofl, AC power
(mains) is still supplied to it while connected to
the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor.