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4-121-564-11(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference HXR-MC1 © 2009 Sony Corporation - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 2
• Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Camera Cable "Memory Stick" (You cannot use it in your camcorder.) • "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are both referred to as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media in this manual. • You cannot use any type of memory card - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 3
procedures. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 13). On recording • Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems. • Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 4
). On playing back recorded images on other devices • Your camcorder is compatible with MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for HD (high definition) image quality recording. Therefore, you cannot play back images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality on your camcorder with the following devices - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 5
media 14 Recording/Playback Using the HOME MENU 16 Recording 18 Preventing operation errors 20 Zooming 20 Recording high quality still images during movie recording (Dual Rec 21 Recording the fast action in slow-motion (SMTH SLW REC 21 Controlling the image settings manually with the CAM CTRL - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 6
(Other setup items) Activating functions using the OPTION MENU 58 Using the OPTION MENU 58 Recording items on the OPTION MENU 59 Viewing items on the OPTION MENU 59 Functions set in the OPTION MENU 60 Enjoying with a computer Performing with a computer 65 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 68 6 - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 7
PRO Duo" media 76 Maintenance and precautions 77 About the AVCHD format 77 About the "Memory Stick" media 77 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 78 About handling of your camcorder 79 Specifications 82 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls 86 Indicators displayed during recording - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 8
Mains lead) (1) (p. 9) Component A/V cable (1) (p. 29) CD-ROM "Video Camera Application Software" (1) - PMB (Picture Motion Browser) including PMB Guide (p. 67) CD-ROM "Manuals for Digital HD Video Camera Recorder" (1) "Operating Guide" (2) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 31, 39) USB cable (1) (p. 40 - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 9
jack cover, then align the v mark of the DC plug with the V of the DC IN jack on the camcorder, then connect the DC plug to the DC IN jack on the camcorder. 2 Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet (wall socket). Power cord (Mains - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 10
for an extended period (see page 79 for the details of storage). To use a power source from a wall outlet (wall socket) Make the same connections INFO After a while, the approximate recordable time and battery information appear for about 7 seconds. You can view the battery information for up to 20 - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 11
use a fully charged battery pack. "HD" stands for high definition image quality, and "SD" stands for standard image quality. Battery pack Continuous recording time Image quality HD ) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. • Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 12
using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder desired mode lamp. (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images Go to step 4 when you turn on your camcorder for the first time. 4 Select - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 13
is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or you want to save battery power. The recorded image will not be affected The date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, and can be displayed during playback - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 14
See page 2 on the "Memory Stick" media you can use with your camcorder. z Tips • See following pages on the recordable time of movies and recordable number of still images. - Movies (p. 15) - Still images (p. 51) 1 Insert the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. 1 Open the "Memory Stick Duo" media cover - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 15
time depends on the capacity of "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and [REC MODE] (p. 48). Numbers in ( ) indicates the minimum recording time. HD (high definition) image quality (min.) 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB AVC HD AVC HD AVC HD AVC HD 16M 9M 7M 5M (FH)* (HQ)** (SP)** (LP)** 6 10 15 20 - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 16
Recording/Playback Using the HOME MENU You can change the recording functions and the operating settings for your convenience. 1 While pressing the green button, slide the POWER switch to ON. 4 Touch the desired item. Example: [EDIT] POWER switch 2 Touch (HOME). (HOME) 5 Follow the guide on the - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 17
Recording/Playback 3 Touch the item you want to learn more about. When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the option, touch [YES], otherwise, touch [NO]. z Tips • To deactivate the HELP, touch again in step 2. (HELP) 17 - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 18
, such as car headlights or the sun, a "ghost" caused by the lens may appear in the picture. • If the access lamp is lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 19
the number of recordable images, see page 15 and 51. • You can record still images during movie recording by pressing PHOTO C ([Dual Rec], p. 21). • You can capture still images from recorded movies (p. 35). • You can switch the shooting mode by touching (HOME) A t [PHOTO]. (CAMERA) t [MOVIE] or - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 20
possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto. z Tips • You can set [DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 49) if you want to zoom to a level greater than 10 × when recording movies. 20 - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 21
] Select the recording start point after START/STOP is pressed. The default setting is [3sec AFTER]. [3sec AFTER] [3sec BEFORE] • [RECORD SOUND] Select [ON] ( ) to superimpose sounds such as conversation on the slow motion pictures (The default setting is [OFF]). Your camcorder records sounds for - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 22
settings, the operation below is described as adjusting the focus using the dial. MANUAL CAM CTRL dial 1 Press MANUAL to activate the manual adjustment mode. Pressing MANUAL switches the setting mode between automatic and manual. 2 Rotate the CAM CTRL dial to adjust the focus. Items you can assign - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 23
the POWER switch to ON to turn on your camcorder. 2 Touch (VIEW IMAGES) B. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen (It may take some time to display the thumbnails). Appears with the image on the tab that was lastly played back/recorded (B for the still image) HOME MENU Previous 6 images - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 24
Roll Index screen (p. 26). 2 :Goes to the Face Index screen (p. 26). 3 :Displays movies with HD (high definition) image quality.* 4 :Displays still images. * appears when you select the movie with SD (standard definition) image quality in [ / SET] (p. 43). z Tips • The number of the images on the - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 25
Recording/Playback Viewing still images Touch the tab, then select the desired still image to play back. Return (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Slide show (p. 28) Goes to - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 26
the selected face image. Set [ INDEX SET] to [ON] before recording to play back from [ INDEX] (p. 50). Make sure that flashes during recording, and detected face images are stored in [Face Index]. 1 Turn on the camcorder, and touch (VIEW IMAGES). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears. 2 Touch (Face Index - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 27
desired images by date (Date Index) You can search for desired movies by date efficiently. b Notes • You cannot use the Date Index function for still images. 1 Turn on the camcorder, and touch (VIEW IMAGES). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears. 2 Touch the or tab. 4 Touch / to select the date of the - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 28
on a TV Connection methods and quality of the image viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the connectors used. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 9). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. Touch on - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 29
Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD (high definition) image quality. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back with SD (standard definition) image quality. Recording/Playback t (p. 29) t (p. 30) Type Camcorder Cable - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 30
a malfunction. • HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to send both video/audio signals. The HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality images and digital audio. Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) TV or 4:3 TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) quality are converted - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 31
Recording/Playback Type Camcorder Cable TV [4:3]* (p. 55) • If you connect only component video, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and used to output images, images are output with SD (standard definition) image quality. z Tips • If you connect your camcorder to the TV using - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 32
Saving images using a computer By using "PMB" on the supplied CD-ROM, you can save the images recorded on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. You can rewrite movies with HD (high definition) image quality from the computer to your camcorder, if necessary. For details, see "PMB Guide." Creating a disc - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 33
on a connected PictBridge printer (p. 41). USB CONNECT You can connect the camcorder to a computer etc., via the USB cable. Deleting images You can delete images recorded on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media using your camcorder. b Notes • You cannot restore images once they are deleted. • Do not - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 34
the same day at one time 1 In step 3, touch [ DELETE by date]/[ DELETE by date]. 2 Touch / to select the recording date of the desired movie, then touch . The movies recorded on the selected date are displayed on the screen. Touch the movie on the LCD screen to confirm the movie. Touch to - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 35
of the movie: - [ 2.1M] with HD (high definition) image quality - [ 0.2M] in 16:9 (wide) with SD (standard definition) image quality - [VGA (0.3M)] in 4:3 with SD (standard definition) image quality • The "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media should have enough free space. • The recording date and time of - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 36
into scenes. The movie pauses. Adjusts the dividing point with more precision after the dividing point has been selected with . • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor, or eject the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media from your camcorder while dividing the movie. It may damage the "Memory - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 37
AC Adaptor, or eject the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media from your camcorder while editing the Playlist. It may damage the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. • You cannot add still images to a Playlist. • You cannot create a Playlist which contains both HD (high definition) image quality and SD (standard - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 38
Playing the Playlist Select the image quality of the movie you want to create, play, or edit a Playlist before the operation (p. 43). 1 Touch (HOME) t (VIEW IMAGES) t [PLAYLIST]. The Playlist screen appears. Press and hold the movie on the LCD screen to confirm the movie. Touch to return to the - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 39
of the following ways. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 9). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. b Notes • Movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality will be dubbed - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 40
or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (sold separately) 2. Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device. 4 Start the playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your recording device for details. 40 5 When - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 41
recording. For details, refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. 5 After dubbing is complete, touch [END] t [YES], then disconnect the USB cable. Attention This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. Using the enclosed PC software, high - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 42
may be trimmed. If you print a still image recorded in a 16:9 (wide) ratio, the left and right ends of the image may be trimmed widely. • Some printer models may not support the date printing function. Refer to your printer's instruction manual for details. • The still images described below may - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 43
on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 45). Setting the image quality You can select the image quality for recording/playback/editing on your camcorder. In the default setting, the image quality is set to HD (high definition). z Tips • You can perform recording/playback/editing operations for the - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 44
all the images to recover recordable free space. To avoid the loss of important images, you should save them before formatting. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 9). 1 Insert the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to be formatted - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 45
screen: - Operate the POWER switch or buttons - Eject the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media • While [MEDIA FORMAT] is activated, do not disconnect PRO Duo" media, and repairs any inconsistencies found. 1 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [REPAIR IMG.DB F.]. Utilizing Media 2 Touch [YES]. Your camcorder - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 46
you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU Using the HOME MENU 1 Turn on your camcorder, then touch (HOME). (HOME) 3 Touch the desired setup item. If the item is not on the screen, touch / to change the page. 4 Touch the desired - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 47
Customizing Your Camcorder List of the (SETTINGS) category items MOVIE SETTINGS (p. 48) Items Page REC MODE 48 AE SHIFT 48 WB SHIFT 48 WIDE SELECT 49 DIGITAL ZOOM 49 AUTO SLW SHUTTR 49 X.V.COLOR 49 GUIDEFRAME 49 ZEBRA 49 REMAINING SET 50 SUB-T DATE 50 DIAL SETTING 50 - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 48
You can select a recording quality to record a movie. x For HD (high definition) image quality: B HD FH ( ) Records in the highest quality mode. (AVC HD 16M (FH)) HD HQ ( ) Records in high quality mode. (AVC HD 9M (HQ)) HD SP ( ) Records in standard quality mode. (AVC HD 7M (SP)) HD LP - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 49
also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. B 16:9 WIDE Records images to the full screen on a 16:9 (wide) TV screen. 4:3 ( ) Records images to the full screen on a 4:3 TV screen. b Notes • Set [TV TYPE] correctly according to the TV connected for playback (p. 55). DIGITAL ZOOM You can - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 50
date and time while playing back the images recorded on your camcorder, on devices compatible with the subtitle display function. Refer also to the instruction manual of the display device. b Notes • The images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality can be played back only on AVCHD - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 51
shown is for the maximum image size of your camcorder. The actual number of recordable still images is displayed on the LCD screen during recording (p. 90). b Notes • When using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media made by Sony Corporation. The number of recordable still images varies depending on the - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 52
, following the largest file number existing on the current recording "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. AE SHIFT See page 48. WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift) See page 48. GUIDEFRAME See page 49. ZEBRA See page 49. DIAL SETTING See page 50. VIEW IMAGES SET (Items to customize the display) Touch 1, then - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 53
is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. • Depending on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media condition, bars [--:--:--] appear. • appears on all images recorded with the camcorder. • appears on all images recorded using a flash with other device. DISPLAY You can select the - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 54
ON A melody sounds when you start/stop recording, or operate the touch panel. OFF Cancels Tips • This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. LCD BL LEVEL When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources recording. z Tips • This adjustment does not affect the recorded - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 55
to a TV with the component input jack. B 1080i/480i Select when connecting your camcorder to a TV that has the component input jack and is capable of displaying the 1080i signal. b Notes • Horizontal to vertical ratio of the image recorded with HD (high definition) image quality is 16:9. 55 - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 56
the page. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 46 (OPTION MENU) t page 58 The default settings are marked with B. REC LAMP (Recording lamp) The camera recording lamp on the front of your camcorder lights up, as the default setting is [ON]. CALIBRATION See page 81. A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off) 5 min The - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 57
(Control for HDMI) The default setting is [ON], allowing you to do the playback operation with the remote commander of your TV by connecting your camcorder to a "BRAVIA" Sync compatible TV with the HDMI cable. z Tips • If you turn off the TV, your camcorder is turned off simultaneously. 57 - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 58
the OPTION MENU 1 While using your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen. 3 Change the setting, then touch . b Notes • The tabs and items that appear on the screen depend on the recording/playback status of your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. (OPTION) Tab 2 Touch the - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 59
IN ZOOM MIC MICREF LEVEL IMAGE SIZE SELF-TIMER TIMING RECORD SOUND a 48 - 64 - 64 a 51 - 64 - 21 - 21 * Items that are included also in the HOME MENU. Viewing items on the OPTION MENU Items tab DELETE DELETE by in the HOME MENU by a different name. 59 Customizing Your Camcorder - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 60
manually using the CAM CTRL dial (p. 22). SPOT FOCUS You can select and adjust the focal point 1. b Notes • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 ) to adjust the zoom for recording. When you want to record a subject at close range, - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 61
Camcorder EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark. 1 Touch [MANUAL manually using the CAM MANUAL]. SCENE SELECTION You can record images effectively in various situations. B AUTO Select to automatically record point - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 62
- Night views, neon signs and fireworks - Sunrise or sunset - Under daylight fluorescent lamps INDOOR (n) The white balance is adjusted to be appropriate for the following recording conditions: - Indoors - At party scenes or studios where the lighting conditions change quickly - Under video lamps in - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 63
camcorder outdoors from inside the house record an image brighter in color even in dark places. To cancel, touch [OFF]. b Notes • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 60) when it is hard to focus automatically. • The shutter speed of your camcorder (Digital recording. appears. B OFF Does not use - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 64
level) You can select the microphone level for recording sound. Select [LOW] when you want to record exciting and powerful sound in a concert hall, etc. B NORMAL Records surrounding sounds, converting them into the appropriate level. LOW ( ) Records surrounding sounds faithfully. This setting is not - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 65
images to a computer - Editing imported images - Creating a disc b Notes • The supplied software "PMB" is not supported by Macintosh computers. To use a Macintosh computer connected to your camcorder, see the following website for details. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ms/us/ Installing "PMB - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 66
• You can read images recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media in "Memory Stick" media slot of a computer. However, in the following cases, do not use the "Memory Stick" media slot of the computer, but connect your camcorder to the computer with the USB cable: - The computer is not compatible with " - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 67
the screen of your camcorder. 3 Disconnect the USB cable. To operate "PMB" To start "PMB," click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Picture Utility] t [PMB]. To see "PMB Guide" To find out how to use "PMB," see "PMB Guide." To display "PMB Guide," click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Picture Utility - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 68
any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. • Overall operations 68 • Batteries/Power sources 68 • LCD screen 69 • "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media .........69 • Recording - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 69
correctly or flashes. • The file is damaged. • The file format is not supported by your camcorder (p. 77). Recording Refer also to "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 69). Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. • The playback screen is displayed. Press the (Movie)/ (Still) select button - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 70
where you press START/STOP and the actual point that recording movie starts/stops. This is not a malfunction. The horizontal to vertical ratio (16:9 (wide)/4:3) cannot be changed. • The horizontal to vertical ratio of the movie recorded with HD (high definition) image quality is 16:9 (wide). 70 The - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 71
21). Editing images on your camcorder Unable to edit. • Unable to edit because of the condition of the image. Images cannot be added in the Playlist. • There is no free space in the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. • You can add no more than 999 images with HD (high definition) image quality, or 99 - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 72
happens when viewing an image recorded in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3 TV. This is not a malfunction. Playing the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media on other devices The device does not play or read the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. • You can play back the images with HD (high definition) image quality - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 73
under direct sunlight, such as on the dashboard of a car, etc. Use your camcorder where the temperature does not get high. (Warning indicator pertaining to "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) Slow flashing • Free space for recording images are running out. For the type of "Memory Stick" media you - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 74
999MSDCF. You cannot create or delete folders using your camcorder. • Format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 44), or delete unnecessary folders using your computer. This Memory Stick may not be able to record or play movies. • Use the recommended "Memory Stick" media (p. 2). This Memory - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 75
only 100 images at one time for: - deleting images - editing the playlist of HD (high definition) movies - printing still images Data protected. • You tried to delete data protected on another device. Release the protection of the data on the device used to protect the data. 75 Troubleshooting - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 76
Stick PRO Duo" media The file/folder structure is shown below. You do not usually need to acknowledge the file/ folder structure, when recording/playing back images on the camcorder. To enjoy still images or movies by connecting to a computer, see "PMB Guide" on the supplied CD-ROM, then use the - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 77
a high definition video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs, internal hard disk drive, flash memory, "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, etc. Recording and playback on your camcorder Based on the AVCHD format, your camcorder records with the HD (high definition - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 78
maximum memory capacity of "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media that can be used with your camcorder is 16 GB. On image data compatibility • Image data files recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media by your camcorder conform to the "Design rule for Camera File system" universal standard established by the - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 79
[GENERAL SET] t [A.SHUT OFF] t [NEVER] (the default setting) and leave your camcorder in recording standby until the power goes off (p. 56). About battery life • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 80
authorized Sony service facility. - wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin. - if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor. x When not using your camcorder for a long time • Periodically turn it on and let it run such as by playing back or recording - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 81
ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device. • You bring your camcorder from an air conditioned car or room into a hot place outside. • You use your camcorder after a squall or a shower. • You use your camcorder in a hot and humid place. x How to prevent moisture condensation When you bring - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 82
recording the date. x Procedures Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it with the POWER switch set to OFF for more than 24 hours. 82 System Video compression format: AVCHD (HD × (Optical), 20 ×, 120 × (Digital) Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 83
recording using the LCD with normal brightness: HD: 4.0 W SD: 3.2 W Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: -20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to + 140 °F) Dimensions (approx.): Main body: 81 × 107 × 42 mm (3 1/4 × 4 1/4 × 1 11/16 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 84
TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE "C Library," "Expat," "zlib," and "libjpeg" software are provided in your camcorder. We provide this software based on license - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 85
and redistribute source code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. When downloading the source code, select DCRDVD810 as the model for your camcorder. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 86
Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. Main body A Battery pack (9) B BATT RELEASE lever (10) C DC IN jack (9) D (USB) jack (40, 41) E A/V Remote Connector ( - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 87
)/ (Still) select button (12) C PHOTO button (19) D Camera recording lamp (56) Lights up in red during recording. Flashes when remaining "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media space or battery power is low. E START/STOP button (19) F CAM CTRL dial (22) G MANUAL button (22) H DISPLAY/BATT INFO button (10, 13 - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 88
the setting of the date and time. B CHG (charge) lamp (9) C HOLD. switch (20) D POWER switch (12) E Controller hook attachment/Tripod receptacle You cannot use a tripod when you attach the controller hook. To attach the controller hook Slide the controller hook in the direction of the arrow until it - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 89
A Built-in microphone B Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (4) C Tripod receptacle Attach the tripod (sold separately) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)). To adhere the cable clamper Raise the one-touch - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 90
Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies Recording still images Viewing movies Viewing still images A HOME button (46) B Remaining battery (approx.) (10) C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) D Recording quality (HD/SD) (43) and recording mode (FH/HQ/SP/ - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 91
9 Meaning Picture effect (63) Digital effect (63) Manual focus (60) SCENE SELECTION ( recorded with other device supporting 5.1ch surround sound, appears on the upper-left corner of the screen. Data code during recording The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the "Memory Stick PRO - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 92
(Digital effect 63, 72 E EDIT 36 Editing 33 ERASE 38 EXPOSURE 61 F Face Index 26 FADER 63, 72 FH 48 File 76 FILE NO. (File number) ...... 51 Film Roll Index 26 FIREWORKS 61 FOCUS 60, 70 Folder 76 Format 44 Full charge 10 G GENERAL SET 56 GUIDEFRAME 49 H HD (high definition) image - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 93
REC MODE (Recording mode 48 RECORD SOUND 21 Recording 18 Recording format 77 Recording quality 15 Recording time 11 Remaining battery 10 REMAINING SET (movie 50 REPAIR IMG.DB F 45 RESET 88 S S VIDEO cable 31, 39 Saving images 32 SCENE SELECTION.....61, 72 SD (standard definition) image - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 94
U USB 2.0 65 USB cable 8 USB CONNECT 76 USB SELECT 40, 41 V VCR or DVD/HDD recorders 39 VIEW IMAGES SET ...........52 Viewing pictures on a TV ....28 VISUAL INDEX 23 VOLUME 54 Volume adjustment 24 V-OUT/PANEL 55 W Wall outlet (Wall socket) .......9 Warning indicators 73 Warning messages - Sony HXR-MC1 | Operating Guide / Read This First - Page 95
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Digital HD Video
Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference
HXR-MC1