Table Of Contents - Sony Handycam HDR-HC1 Operating Manual

Table of Contents

Read this first ............................................................................................2
Enjoying pictures with high definition quality
Trying out the new HDV format!...............................................................10
Viewing video recorded in the HDV format!.............................................11
Getting Started
Step 1: Checking supplied items .............................................................12
Step 2: Charging the battery pack ...........................................................13
Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ...........16
Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder .....................................18
Step 5: Using the touch panel .................................................................19
Changing the language setting .....................................................................19
Checking the screen indicators (Display guide) ...........................................19
Step 6: Setting the date and time ............................................................20
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo"....................................21
Recording/Playback
Recording ................................................................................................24
Playback ..................................................................................................25
Functions used for recording/playback, etc. ............................................26
Recording
Playback
6
To use zoom
To fix the brightness of the picture manually (exposure)
To record in dark places (NightShot)
To make the subject stand out clearer (TELE MACRO)
To use the AUTO LOCK switch
To adjust the focus manually
To enlarge and focus on the image (Expanded focus)
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects
To record in mirror mode
To use the flash
To use a tripod
To use PB zoom
To adjust the movie volume
Note on the icons used in this manual
: Features available for the HDV
format only.
: Features available for the DV format only.