Sony Handycam HDR-UX7 User manual

HDR- UX7
High Definition
NEW
The ultimate home video recording experience is the HDR - UX7. Record high - definition video straight to DVD - R/ -
RW/+RW/+R DL (Dual Layer) media formats. This includes 5.1ch surround sound, Super SteadyShot ® - Optical
technology, Active Interface Shoe, 10x Optical/20x Digital Zoom, and an assignable control dial to name a few of
the HDR - UX7 ’ s multitude of features.
Step - up
3.2 Megapixel (Gross) ClearVid™
CMOS Sensor
1/2.9" ClearVid CMOS Sensor provides
stunning detail and clarity with
exceptional video (1080 lines of
resolution -HD Mode or 530 lines of
horizontal resolution -SD Mode) and
still image performance (6.1
Megapixel). Unlike traditional CCD
Imagers, CMOS Sensors require less
power, providing better battery
performance.
Switchable HD/SD Format Recording
The HDR -UX7 is capable of recording
and playing back both High Definition
(HD) and Standard Definition (SD)
video recorded on standard 3" (8cm)
DVD media.
x.v. Color
x.v.Color can capture or display nearly
twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors
than currently possible. This provides a
more accurate and vivid color range,
for a more natural, lifelike overall
experience.
10X Optical / 20X Digital Zoom
The optical zoom helps to bring the
action close up from far away. In
addition, the Digital Zoom
Interpolation means that extreme
digital zooming is clearer, with less
distortion than previous types of digital
zoom.
Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-
Sonnar ® T Lens
Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced
optical multi-layer coating that offers
less glare and flare with increased
contrast. This results in vivid image
brilliance, true-to-life color saturation
and perfectg renditions of subtle tones.
The additional T coating on the lens
further reduces unwanted glare and
flare.
3.5" Wide (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel
Clear Photo™plus LCD Display (211K
Pixels)
The 3.5" Wide (16:9) LCD screen
provides excellent viewing clarity with
imporoved resoltuion. The 211K pixel
LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for
multiple viewing angles providing
sharp, detailed images for monitoring
or playback, and the widescreen
format makes shooting in 16:9 mode
and composing shots even easier.
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Smooth Slow Record
By increasing the record rate from 60
fields per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3
seconds allowing you to capture 3
seconds of fast motion and play the
video back in 12 seconds. This is great
for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing
a bird in flight. In addition, record an
audio track to narrate what is being
seen in the video.
Memory Stick Duo™Media Slot
Capture still images up to 2848x2136
resolution, directly onto Memory Stick
Duo™Media for easy trasfer to PCs for
emailing, printing or shairing with other
compatible Memory Stick™devices.
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Dual Record
While recording video in High Definition
you have the ability to capture a 4.6
Megapixel still image directly to
Memory Stick Duo™media.
Super SteadyShot® ( Optical) Image
Stabilization System
An advanced form of Sony's
SteadyShot Image Stabilization system
that controls an even higher range of
shake and vibration frequencies. This
optical stabilization system achieves
an even higher level of smoothness
without degradation of video like
some digital stabilization systems.
Tele Macro Function
Useful for shooting close up shots, but
without having the camcorder casting
a shadow on the subject. Images shot
in the Tele Macro Mode will have the
subject properly focused with the
background unfocussed so that the
subject stands out.
Active Interface Shoe
Provides a location directly on the
camcorder on which to add optional
accessories while providing power and
two-way communication to those
accessories.
Built - in Intelligent Flash
For added clarity and detail when
taking pictures in low-light situations,
the built -in flash improves pictures and
reduces shadows.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Super NightShot® Infrared System
Scene Selection Modes
Picture Effects
Fader Effects
InfoLITHIUM® Battery with AccuPower™
Meter System
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Stamina® Battery Power Management
System
On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons
Easy Handycam
One Touch Wide Angle Shooting
Manual Focus
Multi- Language Menu
DVD Format Video Recording
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Last Updated: 09/10/2007
HDR- UX7
High Definition
1.Actualbatterylifemayvarybasedonproductsettings,usagepatternsandenvironmental
conditions. Designed for use with compatible Sony InfoLITHIUM ® batteries.
2.NotallproductswithUSB2.0connectormay communicate with each otherduetochipset
variations.
3.Available storage capacity of MemoryStickandMemory Stick PRO media may vary.Aportionof
thememoryisusedfordatamanagementfunctions. Actual available memory in MB's is: 8=7.5,
16=15,32=30,64=61, 128=123,256=220, 512=460,1GB=940MB,2GB=1.85GB,4GB=3.66GB.
4. Viewable area measured diagonally
5.Playback on all home DVD players, computers, DVD drives,Blu - RayDrives,PlayStation® 2 and
PlayStation3 consoles cannot be guaranteed. Some players ’ drivesandvideo game consoles lack
theability to read due to the optical reflectionstandard of DVD - R/RWdisks and/or due to encoding
incompatibilities.Refertothe specifications of your playback equipment for additional compatibility
information.
6.Useof Sony DVD - R/ - RW/RW and R DL Media recommended. For third party media, confirm
compatibilitywithmanufacturer.
7.This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format.Using the enclosed PC
software,high definition footage can be copied onto DVDmedia. However, DVD media containing
AVCHDfootageshouldnotbe used with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD
player/recordermay fail to eject themediaand may erase its contentswithoutwarning.DVD
media containing AVCHD footage may be played on a compatible Blu - rayDisc™player/recorder
orother compatible device.
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Reproductioninwhole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, AccuPower, Clear
Photo,ClearVid,Handycam, i.LINK, InfoLITHIUM, like.no.other, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO
Duo,NightShot,Remote Commander, Stamina and SteadyShot are trademarks of Sony. Carl Zeiss and
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Specifications
General
Imaging Device: 1/3" ClearVid ™CMOS
Sensor
Pixel Gross: 3200K
Recording Media: DVD -R/-RW/+RW/+R DL
(Dual Layer) Memory Stick Duo™Media,
Memory Stick PRO Duo™Media
Video Actual: 2280K Pixels (16:9), 1710K Pixels
(4:3)
Still Actual: 2280K Pixels (16:9), 3040K Pixels
(4:3)
Recording Time: High Definition: (Single
Layer/Dual Layer) HQ+ = 15/25 min., HQ =
20/35 min., SP = 25/45 min., LP = 30/60 min.
Standard Definition: (Single Layer/Dual
Layer) HQ = 20/35 min., SP = 30/5 min., LP
= 60/110 min.
Audio
Recording Format: Dolby ® Digital 5.1
Convenience
USB Streaming: N/A
SteadyShot® Image Stabilization: Yes (Super;
Optical)
Accessory Shoe: Yes, Active Interface Shoe
White Balance: Auto, Indoor, One-push,
Outdoor
Memory Stick PRO™ Media Compatibility:
Tested to support up to 4GB media
capacity; does not support high speed
transfer function; does not support
Access Control security function.
Still Image Mode(s): JPEG
Minimum Illumination: 2 Lux (0 Lux with
Super NightShot® Infrared System)
Low Light Capability: Super NightShot®
system
Convenience Features
Easy Operation: Yes
Fader Effects: Black, Monotone, Mosaic,
White
Multiple Language Display: Yes
Slide Show Mode: Yes
Titling: N/A
Light/Flash: Yes
Scene Mode(s): Beach, Candle, Fireworks,
Landscape, Portrait, Sports Lesson,
Spotlight, and Sunrise & Sunset
Picture Effect(s): Monotone, Pastel and
Sepia
Digital Picture Effect(s): Old Movie
PictBridge Compatible: Yes
Inputs and Outputs
LANC Terminal: Yes (Stereo Mini)
Analog Audio/Video Input(s): N/A
Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (Multi
A/V)
Digital Audio/Video Input(s): Yes (via
USB2.0)
Digital Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (via
USB2.0)
USB Port(s): 2.0 High Speed
i.LINK® Interface: N/A
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): Yes
Headphone Jack: Yes
Microphone Input: Yes
Remote Jack: Yes (Stereo Mini)
S -Video Input(s): N/A
S -Video Output(s): Yes (via optional
accessory)
HDMI™Connection Output(s): Yes
Hardware
LCD: 3.5" (211K Pixels) Wide (16:9) Touch
Panel -Clear Photo LCD Plus™
Lens Type: Carl Zeiss® Vario -Sonnar® T
Viewfinder: Wide (16:9), Color (123K Pixels)
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Docking Station: N/A
Microphone: Yes (Built-in; Stereo)
Optics/Lens
35mm Equivalent: 40 -400mm(16:9 Camera
Mode), 49-490mm (4:3 Camera Mode),
40 -400mm (16:9 Memory Mode), 37-
370mm (4:3 Memory Mode)
Aperture: f1.8 - 2.9
Exposure: Touch Panel (24 steps)
Filter Diameter: 37mm
Focal Distance: 5.4 -54mm; Telemacro -
450mm
Focus: Full Range Auto/Manual (Dial, Touch
Panel)
Progressive Shutter Mode: N/A
Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/2 - 1/500 (Scene
Selection Mode)
Optical Zoom: 10X
Digital Zoom: 20X
Resolution: 3MP
Power
Power Consumption: 4.3W/4.6W -HDV;
4.1W/4.4W -DV (VF/LCD)
Battery Type: InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPower™
Meter System (NP- FH60)
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty: 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor
Software
Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browser
ver. 2.0
Video
Analog -to- Digital Converter: N/A
Format(s) Supported: AVCHD/ MPEG2
(Standard Definition) DVD-Video/VR Mode
Dimensions
Weight: 1 lb. 6 oz. (650g) with disc and
supplied battery
Measurements: 3 1/4" x 3 1/4" x 5 1/2" (82 x
82 x 138mm)
Supplied Accessories
Power Adaptor/ In Camera Charger (AC-
L200)
InfoLITHIUM® Rechargeable Battery (NP- FH60)
Wireless Remote Commander® Remote
Control (RMT- 831)
A/V Cable
Component Video Cable
USB Cable
Enjoy Handycam Video
Optional Accessories
High Grade Component Cable (VMC-FR30)
DVD Media
UPC Code: 027242701410