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Q & A.
Q.
High Definition signals have up to six times the data of Standard Definition signals.
How can an AVCHD
camcorder deliver recording time similar to a Standard
™
Definition DVD camcorder?
A.
The difference is the compression. The new MPEG-4 AVC / H.264 compression system
is far more efficient than the MPEG-2 system of DVD.
Q.
Which interface is best for connecting an AVHD camcorder to a TV?
A.
If your television has one, use the HDMI
HD signal. If your television does not have an HDMI terminal, you can also use the
HD component video (Y, Pb, Pr) connection to view your video.
Q.
Can I use ordinary 3-inch (8-cm) DVD media on an AVCHD camcorder?
A.
Yes. AVCHD camcorders that record onto DVD can accept currently available
DVD-R/-RW/+RW media as well as the DVD+R Dual Layer (DL) media. For Sony
manufactured discs, look for the designation "for VIDEO CAMERA" on the
package. NOTE: Do not use AVCHD recorded DVDs in conventional DVD players.
A conventional DVD player or recorder may fail to eject an AVCHD recorded disc.
A DVD recorder may erase an AVCHD recorded disc without warning.
Q.
What kinds of flash memory will support AVCHD recording?
A.
Recording onto Memory Stick
the format standards, but has not been implemented at this time.
Q.
What happens when the camcorder's hard disk drive is full?
A.
Use the application software supplied with the camcorder to copy your video clips
to a PC. Then you can record new material onto the camcorder.
Q.
Can I upload AVCHD data to a computer and edit?
A.
Yes, using the application software supplied with the camcorder. Specific editing
functions depend on the software manufacturer. Please check with the individual
software manufacturer for further details.
Q.
Can I play AVCHD recorded DVDs on a standard DVD player or recorder?
A.
No. Conventional DVD players are not designed to support the new AVCHD format.
A DVD player or recorder may fail to eject an AVCHD recorded disc. A DVD recorder
may erase an AVCHD recorded disc without warning.
Q.
Can I convert AVCHD High Definition material to Standard Definition, recording
onto a Standard Definition DVD?
A.
Yes, if your application software supports the HD-to-SD recording function.
Q.
Can I play AVCHD recorded DVDs on a Blu-ray Disc player or recorder?
A.
Yes. Blu-ray Disc and AVCHD use the same H.264 compression system.
terminal. It delivers a pristine, all-digital
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and SD
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