Sony HVR-V1P User's Manual
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1. SD worlds 1 Please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer for compatible nonlinear editors ore HDV 10801 a gt E as Ma HDV FORMAT eee From the outset the HDV 1080i specification of the HDV format has been developed to record stunning HD images with 1080 active scanning lines on DV specification cassette tapes It adopts the MPEG 2 compression format using 8 bit digital component recording at approximately 25 Mb s which is the same data rate as the DVCAM DV format enabling a long recording time on compact DV cassettes For example more than 60 minutes of high quality HD images can be recorded on a mini DV cassette As with the DVCAM and DV formats the HDV format allows an LINK connection to compatible nonlinear editors enabling a cost effective HD production system The sheer volume of HDV 1080i professional and consumer equipment used around the world is a clear indication that HDV 1080i has become one of the most popular HD formats 2 Although not used in Sony HDV products the HDV format also defines the HDV 720p specification which features 720 effective scanning lines progressive scanning system Long Recording Time The HVR V1P uses mini cassette tapes and provides a maximum recording time of 63 minutes with the PHDVM 63DM INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES ME 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor Imaging System The ClearVid CMOS Sensor has been developed using the most advanced2. Tape speed HDV DV SP DVCAM Max 18 812 mm s Max 28 218 mm s Max 63 min with PHDVM 63DM cassette PlaybackRecording time HDV DVSP Max 63 min with PHDVM 63DM cassette O lt oOo DVCAM Fast forward Rewind time Max 41 min with PHDVM 63DM cassette Approx 1 min 45 s with PHDVM 63DM cassette AC adaptor Audio Video output Approx 2 min 40 s with PHDVM 63DM cassette battery pack A V OUT jack 10 pin connector Composite video 1 Vp p 75 Q unbalanced sync negative Y 1 Vp p 75 Q unbalanced C 0 3 Vp p burst signal 75 Q unbalanced Audio 327 mV input impedance more than 47 KQ output impedance less than 2 2 kQ Component video output COMPONENT OUT jack Y 1 Vp p 75 Q unbalanced Pr Pb Cr Cb 700 mVp p 75 Q unbalanced i LINK interface IEEE 1394 4 pin connector 100 XLR 3 pin female x 2 327 mV 60 dBu 3 kQ 40 dBu 10 8 kQ power supply approx 48 V HDV DV input output XLR audio input Headphone LANC Stereo mini jack 3 5 mm Stereo mini mini jack 2 5 mm USB Mini B connector HDMI output LCD viewfinder LCD monitor HDMI connector 0 54 inch type approx 252 000 dots 16 9 aspect ratio 3 5 inch type Clear Photo LCD plus approx 211 200 dots hybrid type 16 9 aspect ratio Speaker Mass 16mm Approx 1 5 kg 3 lb 6 oz camcorder only DC 7 2 V battery pack DC 8 4 V AC adaptor Approx 6 8 W recording mode with LCD viewfinder or monitor on Power requ
3. technologies in the semiconductor industry Thanks to the unique grid arrangement of the photo diode sensors in which each is rotated by 45 degrees sensor resolution has been optimized and the photosensitive surface area has been maximized The HVR V1P employs a 3 chip ClearVid CMOS Sensor imaging system which processes high resolution 1920 x 1080 images with rich and natural colors The combined use of the 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor imaging system and the Enhanced Imaging Processor has enabled a most precise interpolation scheme which concludes within each R G and B channel This allows a higher resolution for each R G and B channel than is offered by equivalent class camcorders that resort to spatial offset techniques to improve resolution Unlike CCD sensors there is no vertical smear in the ClearVid CMOS Sensor when shooting high intensity subjects further reducing shooting condition constraints ClesrVid EMOS sensor Mere SELL AIR CLA PO Larger pixel size Unique 45 angle pixel layout ClearVid CMOS Sensor Enhanced Enhanced Imaging Processor EIP BB iesin The EIP is a newly developed imaging processor that brings out the full power of the 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor imaging system It handles video data in 1920 x 1080p and 4 2 2 color space for high quality signal processing before recording it to tape in the HDV format Combined use of the ElP and 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor imaging system al
4. thousands of Sony HDV solutions already in use throughout the world 50i Recording 12 Please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer for information on compatible nonlinear editors A Variety of Gamma Settings The HVR V1P offers a choice of various gamma setting functions which makes it ideal for use in creative productions such as cinema films and drama programs Cinematone Gamma The HVR V1P provides a special gamma feature the Cinematone Gamma which allows operators to quickly set up and load a gamma curve with similar contrast characteristics to a film gamma curve Three gamma curves can be selected from OFF normal gamma TYPE1 or TYPE Gamma Characteristics 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 Input Normal Gamma Cinamatone Gamma Type1 Cinamatone Gamma Type2 E Black Stretch and Black Compress Black Stretch Enhances the video signal levels in dark picture areas for clear reproduction of dark contrast without sacrificing highlight contrast of the same picture Black Compress Suppresses video signal levels in dark picture areas to emphasize the depth of dark picture tones Knee Correction The knee correction function compresses the wide dynamic range acquired by the CMOS sensors into the standard video level range The knee point is the video level from which the signal is compressed By changing the knee point the image contrast above the
5. to continue back space editing These features allow operators to seamlessly shoot and review material Playback Zoom Using the playback zoom function a selected area of the recorded HD images can be enlarged and played back on the LCD monitor and viewfinder allowing operators to check them for certain details These enlarged images can also be output in SD format via the i LINK and analog connectors allowing operators to cut out parts of the HD image and use them as SD material TC LINK Function for Multi camera Operations Using the TC LINK function the time code of the HVR V1P can be synchronized with another camcorder such as an HVR Z1P a DSR PD170P or a second HVR V1P By connecting to the other camcorder via an i LINK cable and activating this function the HVR V1P s time code generator will switch to free run mode and reset its time code to that provided from the connected camcorder Once the time code is synchronized the i LINK cable can be disconnected and the next HVR V1P that needs synchronized time code can be set Up TC LINK is a convenient function when using the HVR V1P in multi camera operations such as live event recording and stage shooting applications 10 The synchronization accuracy is within one frame Long Operating Time With the optional NP F970 InfoLiTHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack attached the HVR V1P can operate continuously for up to around 7 hours Battery Life Continuou
6. 0 or 70 11 HVR DR60 HARD DISK RECORDING UNIT Mountable on Sony HDV and DVCAM camcorders the HVR DR60 Hard Disk Recording Unit can streamline the entire production process Long Recording Time of 4 5 Hours Via a simple i LINK connection the HVR DR6O Hard Disk Recording Unit developed by Sony allows recording of HDV 10801 signals from an HDV camcorder or DV signals trom a DVCAM camcorder The internal 1 8 inch hard disk drive HDD offers a large capacity of 60 GB which translates into a long recording time of 4 5 hours 270 minutes for both formats HDV 1080i signals are recorded as native HDV files m2t gt while DVCAM or DV signals are recorded as DV AVI type 1 or RAW DV files HDV Files Stored on the HVR DR6O Displayed on a PC Monitor y aap EE Hra ar ADi I A set J ig ive a RDO MET a atv ll EE AJEN aT yt ee 13 During playback interruptions in video may appear between recordings These interruptions do not occur after the recordings are copied to an i LINK compatible nonlinear editor system via the i LINK connection and the recordings can be correctly edited For information on compatible nonlinear editors please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer Hybrid Operation for Reliable Recording and Archiving The HVR DR60 offers a hybrid recording function in which video and audio material is recorded simultaneously to the hard disk and tape so important shots are alw
7. 0 degrees it lightens the load on the operator s wrist widescreen color LCD monitor which provides enhanced during shooting brightness and a high level of color reproduction 11 Viewable area measured diagonally Color Viewfinder with Large size Eye Cup The HVR V1P is equipped with a high resolution color LCD viewfinder of approximately 211 000 pixels in a widescreen aspect ratio of 16 9 Operators can choose to display pictures in color or in black and white In addition to a standard size eye cup a large size eye cup is also supplied This can be attached to the standard size eye cup to provide superb light blocking capability easy focusing and more comfortable use of the viewfinder With the Optional SH L35WBP LCD Hood Marker When shooting in 16 9 aspect ratio mode markers such as 4 3 13 9 14 9 and 15 9 can be displayed on the LCD monitor and viewfinder allowing scenes to be captured to match the aspect ratio of the edited master Six Assign Buttons Functions frequently used in the field can be assigned to six Assign Buttons push buttons allowing operators to make rapid changes depending on the shooting conditions The assignable functions include Last Scene Review Marker Hyper Gain Digital Extender All Scan Mode Spot Light Focus Infinity Rec Review End Search Index Peaking SteadyShot Color Bar Back Light Fader Display and Picture Profile Headphone Connector Manual Auto Setting Switche
8. EATURES E Interval Recording Interval recording is a unique function that records signals at pre determined intervals longer than 30 seconds for pre determined durations longer than 0 5 seconds This is ideal for recording subjects over long periods such as the movement of clouds or the blossoming of flowers Smooth Slow Rec The Smooth Slow Rec function enables clean slow motion playback by capturing images at four times faster than the normal field rate 200 fields s For example when setting the function to Fine mode quad speed images are captured for three seconds stored in the built in buffer memory and then recorded to tape in either HDV DVCAM or DV format as slow motion pictures lasting 12 seconds The Smooth Slow Rec function also supports Standard and Low modes which can record high speed images for 6 and 12 seconds respectively 1 200 s 35 50i Recording l E o ET ETA 1 50 s Tape HDV DVCAM DV 9 When using the Smooth Slow Rec function the resolution of the camera image decreases For example the resolution at Fine mode is 640 x 360 pixels Also audio recording is not available Shot Transition Function The Shot Transition function allows for smooth automatic scene transitions After an operator has programmed a shot s start and end settings e g for zoom focus iris gain shutter speed and white balance and pressed the start button it ensures a smooth
9. SONY Digital HD Video Camera Recorder az f j FET HDV 10801 Adding 1080 25p Image Capture to the Sony HDV Family of Camcorders the HVR V1P HDV Camcorder Since their sensational debut in 2004 Sony s HDV products adopting the HDV 10801 specification have continued to exploit new possibilities in cost effective HD program a a ima en al TT i ia J m7 L production With high picture performance and superb functionality they are trusted around the world for a wide range of HD applications In line with its commitment to the HDV format Sony introduces the HVR V1P a stunning new model that extends the HDV agenda into the world of drama productions The HVR V1P offers 25p progressive scanning in addition to 50i interlaced The images captured at 25p are recorded on tape at a 50i field rate by dividing each frame into two fields Using a compatible nonlinear editor these are reverted back to their original progressive frames allowing precise 25p editing of the HDV material This approach also allows the progressive images of the HVR V1P to be easily integrated into existing HDV systems operating in 50i mode In its compact lightweight and ergonomically designed chassis the HVR V1P camcorder integrates advanced technologies such as the newly developed 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor imaging system which is only made possible by Sony s industry leading semiconductor technology and a stunnin
10. an IEEE 1394 connector Not all products with an i LINK connector will necessarily communicate with each other For information on compatibility operating conditions and proper connection please refer to the documentation supplied with any device with an LINK connector For information on devices that include an i LINK connection please contact your nearest Sony office 7 Letterbox mode is not available from the i LINK connector 8 Edge crop mode from the i LINK connector will be available by a firmware upgrade For details please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer 16 9 Widescreen Acquisition in DVCAM and DV Formats When recording in DVCAM and DV formats standard definition images can be captured in either 16 9 or 4 3 aspect ratio 2 channel XLR Audio Input The HVR V1P has two XLR audio input connectors for connecting professional microphones or for receiving external line audio sources Microphone power of approximately 48 V can be supplied for the external condenser microphone INPUT 1 audio can be recorded either on CH1 only or on both CH1 and CH2 audio tracks Time Code Preset The time code can be manually preset using any number in H M S F hours minutes seconds frames to record desired tape position information The time code mode can be selected between REC RUN and FREE RUN In addition to time code user bits can also be set and recorded CREATIVE SHOOTING F
11. auto exposure mode The rotation direction and response for controlling these functions can be selected via the menu according to operators preference One push AF Button The one push auto focus button which is used for temporary auto focus adjustments is located near the EXPOSURE IRIS dial and the zoom and focus rings Carrying Handle A rubber coating is used on the bottom of the handle for slip resistance A large space of 34 3 mm 1 3 8 inches is offered below the handle for secure carrying of the camcorder even when wearing gloves On handle Zoom Lever and Rec Start Stop Button In order to facilitate zoom control and recording operations during low angle shooting an additional zoom lever and a rec start stop button are available on the carrying handle Two Audio Cable Clamps i a SD Pad 1 2 a A DO NOD FILTER 3CMOS Camera Setting Storage on Memory Stick Duo Media The HVR V1P provides a convenient function to store camera setting data It can store and recall 20 different setting configurations using Memory Stick Duo media and a further two using Its built in memory This is useful for sharing the same setting configurations among multiple cameras Side Grip 3 5 inch Type Widescreen Clear Photo LCD plus Monitor The side grip is located near the camcorder s center of gravity By tilting it to the front by approximately The HVR V1P is equipped with a 3 5 inch type 1
12. ays secured against loss or accidental deletion This hybrid function also facilitates instant archiving of source footage which in most cases does not allow for retakes After a shoot operators can immediately archive the source tape and use the HVR DR60 material as work footage This saves the time and effort required to copy the original data to a separate high capacity medium Format CN Feed movie files HD SD Tape gt o HD SD Optical Disc PC HD SD Movie File 1 HVR DR60 HVR V1P gt eArchiving O eRepurposing Tape 4 Format HVR DR60 for next shoot 5 Archive recorded tape for repurposing Simultaneous recording Feed movie files Q Edit the files Direct File Access from a PC When connected to a PC via i LINK the J HVR DR60 is recognized as a standard external drive and its recorded footage can be accessed directly like any normal video file This saves the time previously required for digitizing material from the tape to PC Furthermore video files stored on the HVR DR60 can be transferred to a PC running compatible nonlinear editing software at a high speed of approximately 80 Mb s around three times faster than real time which drastically reduces the time needed to copy source material to the editor s local drive These features allow operators to focus on more creative and productive editing tasks Ideal Companion for the HVR V1P The HVR DR60 can be used with exi
13. ery Pack Filter Kit p62 mm LANC Remote Controller VCT PG11RMB SH L35WBP VCT 1BP LCS G1BP Video Tripod with RM 1BP Remote Control LCD Hood bracket Soft Carrying Case a 2 y M E SONY h De o ja UWP C1 LCH FXA PHDVM 63DM UHF Synthesized Wireless ECM 673 Hard Carrying Case DigitalMaster Mini Cassette Tape Microphone Package Electret Condenser Microphone AC VQ1050B VMC IL4408A 1L4415 IL4435 VMC IL4615 IL4635 DLC HM15 HM30 HM50 Battery Charger i LINK Cable 4 pin to 4 pin i LINK Cable 4 pin to 6 pin HDMI Cable 1 5 3 5 m Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T zoom lens 20x optical f 3 9 to 78 mm f 37 4 to 748 mm at 16 9 mode f 45 7 to 914 mm at 4 3 mode F 1 6 to 2 8 filter diameter 62 mm Built in filter FOCUS 1 4 ND 1 16 ND Auto manual focus ring one push auto infinity Imaging system Picture elements 1 4 inch type 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system Approx 1 037 000 pixels effective approx 1 120 000 pixels total White balance Auto one push auto 2 positions indoor 3200 K outdoor 5800 K 15steps Manual shutter speed 1 3 1 6 1 12 1 25 1 50 1 60 1 100 1 120 1 150 1 215 1 300 1 425 1 600 1 1000 1 1250 1 1750 1 2500 1 3500 1 6000 1 10000 s Exposure Gain Auto manual Type1 Type2 0 3 6 9 12 15 18 dB Minimum illumination Recording format 4 x with F1 6 at 18 dB 1080 50i 576 50i PAL 1080 50i 576 50i PAL Play out Down conversion format
14. g optical 20x Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T zoom lens Such features ensure operators can make the most of the HDV format quality with an extreme level of mobility ease of use and operational comfort suited for any shooting scenario In addition to HDV 10801 recording and playback the camcorder also offers DVCAM DV recording and playback capabilities as well as down conversion of recordings made in fr x a a eSSSQeBeeseseeeeeeeeseeaeeaeeeaeeaee 8 8 HDV 1080i These bridges between HD and SD allow the camcorder to be used in any DV based system whether it uses the HDV DVCAM or DV format And for even greater power the optional HVR DR60 Hard Disk Recording Unit which is optimized for use on the HVR V1P camcorder streamlines the subsequent editing and archiving processes Adding this unit allows images captured by the camcorder to be simultaneously recorded to tape and hard disk After a shoot is complete simply connecting the HVR DR60 to a compatible nonlinear editing system provides quick access to files from the editing software and completely eliminates the time consuming digitizing process In addition to a maximum recording time of 4 5 hours on the HVR DR60 this hybrid tape and hard disk recording system offers a multitude of benefits for shooting editing and archiving operations Available at a price comparable to Sony DVCAM handheld camcorders the HVR V1P offers new creative shooting opportunities to both the HD and
15. ht It can be mounted on a camcorder s cold shoe using the supplied shoe adapter or attached using an optional VCT 1BP Bracket 13 SYSTEM DIAGRAM oe ECM 673 NP F970 F770 F570 if AC VQ1050B HVL LBP HVR DR60 OO VF 62CPK Q _ VCL HG0862K on LCD monitor SH L35WBP Battery adapter for HVL LBP The NP F570 is not available for the HVL LBP VCT PG11RMB DIMENSIONS 184 7 1 4 323 12 3 4 364 14 3 8 132 5 1 4 145 5 3 4 431 17 Unit mm inches ACCESSORIES A range of accessories for the HVR V1P broadens shooting opportunities a HVL LBP LED Light I Brightness of 600 lx 1 m life of approx 10 000 hours whole unit and power consumption of 16 W Il Ideal for wide angle shooting VCL HGO862K E Uniform lighting over the entire projected area 0 8x Wide Conversion Lens I Spotlight projection with supplied condensing lens attached I Bayonet mount for easy attachment and detachment I Light diffuser attached to soften shadows and reduce contrast ll Lens hood supplied E Compatible with HVR V1P batteries such as the NP F770 F970 E p86 mm filter available without attaching the lens hood I Long operating time approximately 3 hours with the NP F970 at maximum brightness 9 90 O pa 2NP F970 NP F570 F770 F970 InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable VF 62CPK PL RM 1BP Battery Pack Batt
16. irements Power consumption HDV DVCAM DV Approx 6 6 W recording mode with LCD viewfinder or monitor on Operating temperature 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Storage temperature Supplied accessories AC L15 AC adaptor Power cord NP F570 infoLITHIUM rechargeable battery pack A V connecting cable component video cable USB cable lens hood with lens cover RMT 831 wireless Remote Commander ECM NV1 monaural electolet condenser microphone Operating instructions CD ROM Printed operationg instructions Distributed by MSD2006 565 10373V1 EXC0010 O 2007 Sony Corporation of Hong Kong Ltd All rights reserved Sony is a registered trademark of the Sony Corporation Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited Features and specifications are subject to change without notice All non metric weights and measurements are approximate Sony DVCAM ClearVid CMOS Sensor Enhanced Imaging Processor DigitalMaster SteadyShot LINK InfoLITHIUM Memory Stick Duo and their respective logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation Picture Profile Shot Transition Clear Photo LCD plus Cinematone Gamma and Cinematone Color are trademarks of Sony Corporation 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor logo is a trademark of Sony Corporation HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan Limited Vario Sonnar T is a trademark of Carl Zeiss AG Printed in H
17. knee point can be changed The HVR V1P can select knee points from high middle low and auto modes to meet various production needs Cinematone Color The Cinematone Color function has been developed based on a thorough analysis of the color tone of cinema film and the voices of colorists engaged in digital cinema productions The Cinematone Color function provides cinematic color for deep color and high contrast images approaching cinema film In combined use with the Cinematone Gamma function more cinema quality images can be captured i Cinematone Color ON Cinematone Color OFF Easy Operation for Cinematographers The HVR V1P can display setting values in a format that film camera operators are familiar with Focal Length Display in Meters or Feet The focal length can be displayed on the LCD monitor and viewfinder in either feet ft or meters m E Shutter Speed Display in Units of Rotation Angles Shutter speeds can also be displayed on the LCD monitor and viewfinder in units of rotation angles converted trom shutter speeds OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS PR Still Picture Recording to Memory Stick Duo Media 2 channel Independent Audio Level Control with Audio Level Meter on LCD Monitor Simultaneous Operation of LCD Monitor and Viewtinder AE Shift Hyper Gain All Scan Mode AF Assist Expanded Focus Peaking Status Check Battery Info Histogram Indicator Zebra Patterns 10
18. lows the camcorder to provide extremely high image quality with a high level of gradation and detailed image reproduction 3 The HDV recording is in 1440 x 10801 and 4 2 0 color space Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T Lens The HVR V1P is equipped with a high quality Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T lens Thanks to its multi layer coating and extra low dispersion glass this lens offers excellent spectral characteristics which result in virtually negligible chromatic aberrations Optical 20x Lens and Optional 0 8x Wide Conversion Lens The Vario Sonnar T lens of the HVR V1P features a 20x zoom function Moreover the built in digital extender increases the zoom ratio to approximately 30x The optional VCL HGO868K 0 8x wide conversion lens uses the bayonet mount system for instant attachment or detachment Combining these lens features operators can effortlessly capture close up or wide angle shots as their video production requires 4 The digital extender function is not available in progressive scan mode Super SteadyShot Optical The HVR V1P employs the Super SteadyShot system which has sensors that detect horizontal and vertical movements independently It uses a prism system located behind the lens to adjust and optically compensate for unsteady camera handling PROFESSIONAL FEATURES Switchable Recording and Playback HDV 1080i DVCAM DV The HVR V1P can switch between HDV 1080i DVCAM and DV recording providi
19. ng the full flexibility to record in either standard or high definition format according to different production needs 5 The HVR V1P supports DV SP mode only DV LP mode is not available Down conversion Playback Capabilities The HVR V1P has a built in down conversion capability allowing 10801 recordings to be output as 5761 signals The 576i signals can be output from the LINK connector In addition these signals can also be output from either the analog component composite or S Video connectors This allows 10801 recordings to be edited using nonlinear editing systems running DV editing software and viewing the 10801 recording on an SD monitor When down converting these signals the aspect ratio displayed can be converted from 16 9 to 4 3 Display modes can be selected from Squeeze Letterbox or Edge crop DVCAM DV 4 3 HDV 1080i 16 9 O 0 0 10 Squeeze Letterbox Edge crop Recording Playback and Down conversion Formats Down Conversion Analog Analog Format LLINK Component HDMI Composite S Video 1080 50i osag o ar a2 as seta papas as DVCAMIDV cr Je o ar as O Available A Either A1 or A2 or A3 connection is available When cables are connected to these outputs the A connection with a smaller number has priority SQ Sqeeze EC Edge Crop LB Letter Box HDV1080i 6 LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains
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21. rbers 2 A 3G sensor detects gravitational acceleration in three dimensions so however the HVR DR60 may be oriented the sensor can detect If it has been dropped Should this occur power to the HDD is shut off and the recording heads are retracted from the disk platter pausing read write operations This protects the HDD from being damaged when the unit is accidentally dropped and subject to strong impact 3G Sensor 3 A buffer memory can store approximately 14 seconds of video and audio footage Recordings are made by first writing the data to the buffer and then writing the buffer data to the disk platter Consequently if the 3G sensor temporarily interrupts disk writes video footage is not lost Thanks to such advanced technologies the HVR DR60 will continue to record stably even when dropped from as high as 100 cm 39 3 8 inches Long Operating Hours Using Common Camcorder Batteries The HVR DR60 uses the same infoLITHIUM L Series batteries as the HVR V1P HVR Z1P and DSR PD170P camcorders With the smallest capacity NP F570 battery the HVR DR60 can run continuously for 5 5 hours 330 min and with the largest capacity NP F970 this increases to 18 hours 1080 min Long operating hours are offered using such camcorder batteries that HDV operators already have at hand Compact and Perfect Balance The HVR DR60 measures just 81 x 45 x 100 mm 3 1 4 x 1 3 4 x 4 inches in size and only about 230 g 8 oz in weig
22. s Iris gain shutter speed white balance and menu buttons are located on the left side of the rear panel to avoid them being accidentally pressed during operation HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface Output Connector Video Connectors The HDMI output connector transfers non compressed high definition digital video and audio signals to other HDMl equipped devices such as consumer HDTV monitors via a single cable Video connectors such as LINK analog component output and multi AV output connectors are located on the right side of the rear panel where they do not get in the way of camera operations during shooting CREATIVE VERSATILITY IDEAL FOR DRAMA PRODUCTIONS 2 25p Progressive Shooting Capability Thanks to the 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor imaging system and Enhanced Imaging Processor EIP the HVR V1P supports 25p progressive scan mode in addition to typical 50i The signals generated by the 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor imaging system are processed in the progressive domain as 1920 x 1080p signals allowing high resolution progressive footage to be captured The 25p progressive scan signals are recorded to tape as 50i signals by dividing each frame into two fields This HDV material can be reverted to its original 25p form as captured by the camera upon ingestion to a compatible nonlinear editor This approach allows 25p progressive footage to be played back or fed to an editing suite using any of the
23. s With LCD With LCD With LCD Viewfinder Recording Time Viewfinder On Monitor On and Monitor On HDV DVCAM DV HDV DVCAM DV HDV DVCAM DV NP F570 supplied 135 min 135 min 135 min 135 min 130 min 130 min NP F770 optional 280 min 290 min 280 min 290 min 265 min 275 min NP F970 optional 415 min 430 min 415 min 430 min 395 min 410 min Continuous recording time indoors at 25C With the LCD backlight on OPERATIONAL CONVENIENCE ee Compact and Lightweight Design The HVR V1P is designed to be very compact and lightweight for a high level of mobility in the field It weighs approximately 1 5 kg 3 lb 6 oz camcorder only Ergonomic Design The design of the HVR V1P is based on years of Sony experience in camera ergonomics and provides ease of use and operational comfort Audio Level Dials Two audio level dials are located on the carrying handle where they are easy to adjust while avoiding inadvertent operations The microphone power can be easily turned on and off via the mechanical switches Zoom Ring and Focus Ring The motorized zoom ring and focus rings provide a smooth and natural operational feel for fine adjustments of zoom and focus settings EXPOSURE IRIS Dial The EXPOSURE IRIS dial is located near the zoom and focus rings for smooth camera operations The dial can be used to set the iris AE shift and exposure compensation functions giving operators manual exposure control during
24. sting HDV DVCAM camcorders equipped with an i LINK interface such as the HVR Z1P and DSR PD170P However when used with the HVR V1P it offers some additional features only available in this combination E Checking the Operational Status on the HVR V1P On the LCD monitor and viewfinder of the HVR V1P the operational status of the HVR DR60 such as connection recording format battery level remaining recording time recording folder name etc can be checked This keeps operators informed of both the camcorder and hard drive status without taking their eyes away from what is being shot ORS eee EXT DEVICE 5 5 HDV1080i ES TIME 00 00 26 02 1OS9HDVF ON HOD REMA TN 256min y REMA IN STATUS CHECK1 END HVR DR6O Status Check Tapeless Recording To trigger recording of the HVR DR60 most HDV camcorders require a tape to be loaded However this is not the case with the HVR V1P The HVR V1P sends the same rec start stop trigger that controls its tape transport to the HVR DR60 This teature offers operators the choice of tapeless operation or hybrid operation HDD Smart Protection Robust Recording and Shock Resistance Three advanced technologies are used to ensure the reliable recording performance of the HVR DR60 1 Rubber shock absorbers hold the HDD unit in place preventing external shock from being transmitted when the HVR DR60 chassis is subject to impact Shock Abso
25. transition takes place over the duration of the shot by automatically calculating intermediate setting values This is very useful when complex camera settings are required during the scene transition for example when panning the camcorder from a distant subject to a close subject aT Shot B Tam e AREA Bos S o oy TA F d E E e y Wi y gt Shot A time LINEAR Makes a linear transition S Shot B 0 Shot A time SOFT STOP Makes the transition slow at the end S 0 E Shot B Shot A Shot B time SOFT TRANSITION Makes the transition slow at the beginning and end and linearly in between OPERATIONAL VERSATILITY ME Picture Profile Up to six different picture tonal settings can be registered in the memory with desired names as picture profiles on the HVR V1P and displayed on the LCD monitor at the touch of a button This allows operators to easily call up customized picture tonal settings to suit particular shooting conditions rather than having to readjust the camera each time The tactory default setting includes six pre loaded picture profiles tor typical shooting conditions Last Scene Review At the touch of a button the video and audio of the last shot can be instantly played back on the LCD monitor This is achieved without even having to switch from Camera mode to VTR mode After playback the tape is automatically cued up to the end of the last shot
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