Table Of Contents - Sony HVR-A1U Operating Manual

Table of Contents

Read this first ............................................................................................2
Getting Started
Step 1: Checking supplied items ...............................................................9
Step 2: Charging the battery pack ...........................................................10
Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ...........13
Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder .....................................14
Step 5: Using the touch panel .................................................................15
Step 6: Setting the date and time ............................................................16
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo"....................................17
Step 8: Installing the supplied microphone and hood with lens cover .....19
Recording/Playback
Recording ................................................................................................22
Playback ..................................................................................................23
Functions used for recording/playback, etc. ............................................24
Recording
Playback
Recording/playback
6
To use zoom
To fix the brightness or the exposure of the picture manually
(EXPOSURE/AE SHIFT)
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 a tripod
To use PB zoom
To adjust the movie volume
To check the remaining battery (Battery Info)
You can assign functions to the ASSIGN button
To turn off the operation confirmation beep
Note on the icons used in this manual
: Features available for the HDV
format only.
: Features available for the DVCAM
format only.
: Features available for the DV SP
format only.