Sony DCR-HC51E Instrukcja Użytkownika

3-278-984-11(1)© 2008 Sony CorporationDigital Video Camera RecorderOperating GuideDCR-HC51E/HC52E/HC53E/HC54EGetting Started 9Recording/Playback17Usin

10Step 2: Charging the battery packYou can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) (p. 60) after attaching it to your camcorder.b Notes• You

11Getting StartedTo use an outside power sourceYou can operate your camcorder using the power from the wall outlet (wall socket) by making the same co

12Recording timeApproximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.* Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat re

13Getting StartedStep 3: Turning the power on and setting the date and timeSet the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you

14You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Touch t [MENU] t (SETUP MENU) t [ LANGUAGE], then select the desi

15Getting StartedStep 4: Making setting adjustments before recordingSlide the LENS COVER switch to OPEN.After recording, set the LENS COVER switch to

16Step 5: Inserting a CassetteYou can use mini DV cassettes only (p. 59).1 Slide and hold the OPEN/EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow and o

17Recording/PlaybackRecording/PlaybackEasy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam)With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automa

18Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. Touch the buttons on the screen D as follows.x To c

19Recording/PlaybackRecordingSlide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the CAMERA lamp.Press REC START/STOP A (or B).

2Read this firstBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.To reduce fire or shock hazard, do n

20You can magnify images up to 40 times the original size with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD frame.Move the power zoom lever sli

21Recording/PlaybackTo adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press . (back light) to display .. To cancel the backlight function, press . (back li

22PlaybackSlide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.Start playing back.Touch to rewind the tape

23Recording/PlaybackUsing the guide functions (USAGE GUIDE)You can easily select the desired setting screens by using the guide functions (USAGE GUIDE

24Searching for the starting pointMake sure that the CAMERA lamp lights up (p. 19).[END SCH] (END SEARCH) will not work once you eject the cassette af

25Recording/Playback3 Select [EDITSEARCH] with /, then touch [EXEC].4 Select [ON] with / , then touch [EXEC] t .5 Touch .The last 2 seconds (approx.

26Playing the picture on a TVYou can connect your camcorder to the input jack of a TV or a VCR using the A/V connecting cable (1) or the A/V connectin

27Recording/PlaybackIf your TV/VCR has a 21-pin adaptor (EUROCONNECTOR)You need the 21-pin adaptor (optional) to connect your camcorder to a TV for vi

28Using the MenuUsing the menu items1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the respective lamp.CAMERA lamp: sett

29Using the MenuOperation button itemsAvailable operation buttons vary depending on the position of the lamp and the display (PAGE).The default settin

3The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15

30You can adjust and fix the exposure to the subject, so that it is recorded in suitable brightness even when there is strong contrast between the sub

31Using the MenuSPORT** (Sports lesson) ( )Select to minimize shake when shooting fast moving subjects.SNOW** ( )Select this when shooting in very bri

32BLACKMOSC. FADERMONOTONEWhen fading in, the picture gradually changes from black and white to color. When fading out, it gradually changes from colo

33Using the MenuSee page 13.You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. The recorded picture will not be affected by this operation.Adjust the br

342 Touch [ RET.] t .To return to the normal playback mode, touch (Play/Pause) twice (once from frame playback).b Notes• You will not hear the reco

35Using the Menu5 Touch (Stop) when you want to stop recording.To dub on other scenes, repeat step 2 to select scenes, then touch [AUDIO DUB].6 Touc

36* The value set before Easy Handycam operation will be retained during Easy Handycam operation.Menu items• Available menu items (z) vary depending o

37Using the MenuMANUAL SET menu– P EFFECTThe default setting is marked with B.The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.See pag

38CAMERA SET menu– D ZOOM/WIDE SEL/STEADYSHOT, etc.The default settings are marked with B.The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are sele

39Using the MenuWhen using the NightShot plus (p. 20) function to record, you can record clearer pictures by setting [N.S.LIGHT], which emits infrared

4Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separatecollection systems)This symbol on the battery

40LCD/VF SET menu– LCD B.L./LCD COLOR/VF B.L., etcThe default settings are marked with B.See page 28 for details on selecting menu items.You can adjus

41Using the MenuTAPE SET menu– REC MODE/AUDIO MODE/REMAINThe default settings are marked with B.The indicators in parentheses appear when the items ar

42OTHERS menu– WORLD TIME, etc.The default settings are marked with B.See page 28 for details on selecting menu items.When using your camcorder abroad

43Dubbing/EditingDubbing/EditingDubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recordersYou can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such a

44b Notes• When you are connecting your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack, a

45Dubbing/EditingRecording pictures from a VCR, etc. (DCR-HC52E/HC54E)Using an i.LINK cable (optional), you can record pictures from a VCR, etc., on a

465 Start playing the cassette on the VCR.The picture played on the connected device appears on the LCD screen of your camcorder.6 Touch [REC START] a

47Using a ComputerUsing a ComputerWhat you can do with Windows computer (DCR-HC53E/54E)When you install the “Picture Motion Browser” on a Windows comp

48Memory: 256 MB or moreHard disk: Disc volume required for installation: Approximately 350 MBDisplay: Minimum 1024 × 768 dotsOthers: USB port (this

49Using a Computer5 Select the desired language and the model name of your camcorder from the pull-down menu.6 Click [FirstStepGuide(HTML)].Installati

5will damage the terminal and may result in a malfunction of your camcorder.About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens• A menu item that is gra

50Viewing “First Step Guide” (DCR-HC53E/54E)To view “First Step Guide” on your computer, Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver.6.0 or later is recommended.D

51TroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem.

52• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 10).• Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the wall outlet (wall socket) properly (p. 10)

53TroubleshootingThe Cassette Memory indicator or title display does not appear while using a cassette with Cassette Memory.• This camcorder does not

54The color of the picture is not correctly displayed.• Deactivate the NightShot plus function (p. 20).The screen picture is bright, and the subject d

55TroubleshootingYou cannot dub correctly using the A/V connecting cable.• The A/V connecting cable is not connected properly. Make sure that the A/V

56Warning indicators and messagesIf indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following.Some symptoms you can fix by yoursel

57TroubleshootingIf messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions.%Z Moisture condensation. Eject the cassette (p. 62)% Moisture condensation

58Additional InformationUsing your camcorder abroadPower supplyYou can use your camcorder in any country/region using the AC Adaptor supplied with you

59Additional InformationMaintenance and precautionsYou can use mini DV format cassettes only.Use a cassette with the mark.Your camcorder is not comp

6video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens.* MTF stands for Modulation Transfer Function. The number value indicates the amount

60This unit is compatible with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series).Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.“InfoLITHIUM”

61Additional InformationAbout battery life• Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges bec

62b Notes• When connecting your camcorder to another i.LINK-compatible device, be sure to turn off the power of the device and disconnect the AC Adapt

63Additional Information• The warning message does not appear when the power is turned on.•Neither % or Z flash when a cassette is inserted and video

642 Touch the “×” displayed on the screen with the corner of the “Memory Stick” or the like.The position of the “×” changes. If you did not press the

65Additional Information6 Attach the eyecup block to the viewfinder, pushing it straight on until it clicks.b Notes• The eyecup block is a precision p

66Color temperature[AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5 800 K)Minimum illumination11 lx (lux) (F 1.8)0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus

67Additional Information* See the label on the AC Adaptor for other specifications.Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FH30)Maximum output voltageDC 8.4 VOu

68Quick ReferenceIdentifying parts and controlsThe numbers in ( ) are reference pages.A NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch (20)B Power zoom lever (20)C OPEN/EJECT

69Quick ReferenceA DISP/BATT INFO button (11, 15)B EASY button (17)C RESET buttonInitializes all the settings, including the setting of the date and t

7Table of ContentsRead this first ...2Notes on use ... 4Step 1: Checking supplied items .

70A POWER switch (13)B Viewfinder (15)C Eyecup (64)D Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (15)E For DCR-HC51E/HC53E: DV OUT interface (43)For DCR-HC52E/HC

71Quick ReferenceIndicators displayed during recording/playbackA Remaining battery (approx.)B Recording mode (SP or LP) (41)C Recording status ([STBY]

72You can use [DISP GUIDE] (p. 72) to check the function of each indicator that appears on the LCD screen.b Notes• Some of the indicators may not appe

73Quick ReferenceTo finish the operation, touch [END].z Tips• You can also operate by touching t [DISP GUIDE].

74IndexNumeric12BIT...4116BIT...4116:9 WIDE ...3821-pin adap

75Quick ReferenceRecording...17, 19, 53Recording time ...12REMAIN ...41Reversal Playback..

http://www.sony.net/Printed in JapanAdditional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Supp

8Using your camcorder abroad ... 58Maintenance and precautions ... 59Usable cassette tapes ... 59About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery

9Getting StartedGetting StartedStep 1: Checking supplied itemsMake sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder.The number in the p