Sony DCR-PC1000E User Manual

DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1) DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Printed in JapanPrinted on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free veget

10DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Step2:Charging the battery pack (Continued)To charge the battery pack using the AC AdaptorSlide the POWER switch up to (C

100DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)You cannot copy video and still images to the Windows computer. • Display pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” with

101TroubleshootingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Warning indicators and messagesSelf-diagnosis display/Warning indicatorsIf indicators appear on the LCD s

102DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1) (Eject cassette warning)*Slow flashing:• The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock (p. 107).Fast flashing:• M

103TroubleshootingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)The tape has reached the end.• Rewind or change the tape. “Memory Stick Duo”Insert a Memory Stick (p. 1

104DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1) FlashCharging… Cannot record still images.• You are trying to record a still image while charging the flash (optional).

105TroubleshootingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)i.LINK connected. No DV streaming by USB.• You cannot perform DV streaming using the USB connection while

106DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Using your camcorder abroadPower supplyYou can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied

107Additional InformationDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Usable cassette tapesYou can use mini DV format cassettes only.Use a cassette with the mark. is

108DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)About the “Memory Stick”A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds th

109Additional InformationDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1) On handling a “Memory Stick”Keep the following in mind when handling a “Memory Stick Duo.” • Be

11Getting StartedDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)On the battery pack• Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch up to (CHG) OFF.• The CHG

110DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packThis unit is compatible with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (A series).Your camcorder

111Additional InformationDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued About battery life• The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little by litt

112DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)The baud rate is listed under “Specifications” in the operating instructions of each piece of equipment. It is also indic

113Additional InformationDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued • Keep the Remote Commander and button-type battery out of children’s reach. If the ba

114DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)after using a cleaning cassette, it might be because the video head is worn. Please contact your Sony dealer or local au

115Additional InformationDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)The rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you do not use your camcor

116DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)SpecificationsSystemVideo recording system2 rotary heads, Helical scanning systemStill image recording systemExif Ver. 2.

117Additional InformationDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)AC Adaptor AC-L200Power requirementsAC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 HzCurrent consumption0.35 - 0.18 APower

118DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)IndexNumeric12BIT ... 5416BIT ... 5421-pin adaptor ...

119Additional InformationDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued FLASH LEVEL ... 43, 92FLASH (Flash motion) ... 50FLASH SET ...

12DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly To record or play back, slide the POWER switch repeatedly t

120DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)NNEG.ART ... 50NEW FOLDER ... 48NORMAL ... 45NTSC ..

121Additional InformationDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)STILL ... 50Still imageImage size ... 46Quality

DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)

DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)On trademarks• “Memory Stick,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” “ ,” “MagicGate,” “ ,” “MagicGate M

13Getting StartedDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinderThe LCD panelOpen the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (

14DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Step 5: Using the touch panelYou can play back recorded pictures (p. 23), or change the settings (p. 36) using the touch

15Getting StartedDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Step 6: Setting the date and timeSet the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you

16DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo”Cassette tapeYou can use mini DV cassettes only (p. 107).• The recorda

17Getting StartedDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)“Memory Stick Duo”You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo” marked with or (p. 108).• The number and time

18DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording pictureBy recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode, you can en

19Getting StartedDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)

2DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Read this firstBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.WARNINGTo

20DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Recording/Playback with ease (Easy Handycam)With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automatic

21DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Recording/PlaybackPlaying back with ease1 Slide the POWER switch  in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on t

22DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)RecordingPHOTOPOWER switchREC START/STOP Lens coverOpens in accordance with the setting of the POWER switch.REC START/ST

23DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Recording/PlaybackPlayback1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lam

24DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Functions used for recording/playback, etc.35678940RecordingTo use zoom ...  Move the power zoom le

25DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Recording/PlaybackTo record sound with more presence (4CH MIC recording) ...Connect the optional microphon

26DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)7qaqs6qdqfqgqh2PlaybackTo use PB zoom ...  You can magnify pictures from about 1.1 to 5 times the origi

27DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Recording/PlaybackOther part names and functions Internal stereo microphoneWhen an external microphone is connected, the

28DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Indicators displayed during recording/playbackRecording moviesIn the CAMERA-TAPE mode1 32 4 576 Remaining battery (appr

29DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Recording/Playback( ) is a reference page.The indicators during recording will not be recorded.Viewing moviesOn a tape1 2

3DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the Handycam Station holding both the camcorder and the DC plug.• Be sure to slide the PO

30DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Indicators when you made changesYou can check the [DISP GUIDE] (p. 14) to check the function of each indicator that appea

31DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Recording/PlaybackSearching for the starting pointMake sure that the CAMERA-TAPE lamp lights up (p. 22).Searching for the

32DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Remote Commander Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander.Insulation sheet61q;2345789 PHOTO (p. 22)

33DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Recording/PlaybackSearching for a scene by date of recording (Date search)You can locate the point where the recording da

34DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Playing the picture on a TVConnect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.

35DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Recording/Playback• When you play back a picture recorded in 16:9 aspect ratio on a 4:3 TV not compatible with the 16:9

36DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Using the menu itemsFollow the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed after this page.1 Slide the POWER

37Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1) After finishing the settings, touch  (close) to hide the menu screen. If you decide not to change

38DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Menu itemsPosition of lamp: TAPEMEMORY PLAY/EDITEasy Handycam CAMERA SET menu (p. 40)PROGRAM AE   – AUTOSPOT METER  

39Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Position of lamp: TAPEMEMORY PLAY/EDITEasy Handycam SMTH INT.REC  – – –INT.REC-STL –  – –DEMO MODE  – –

4DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Table of ContentsGetting StartedStep 1: Checking supplied items ...

40DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)CAMERA SET menuSettings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.)The de

41Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)213 Touch [MANUAL].  Adjust the exposure by touching / . Touch . appears.To return the setting to

42DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)AE SHIFTWhen you set [AE SHIFT] to [ON], you can adjust the exposure using (dark)/(bright). and the setting value appe

43Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)• When you finish focusing, the screen automatically returns to the normal picture display.TELE MACROThis i

44DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1) 100 The zebra pattern appears at a screen brightness level of about 100 IRE or higher.• Portions of the screen wher

45Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Note on the progressive recording modeIn a normal TV broadcast, the screen is divided into 2 finer fields and

46DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1) STANDARD ( )Records still images at the standard image quality level. IMAGE SIZE  1920 × 1440 ( )Records stil

47Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued MOVIE SET IMAGE SIZE  320 × 240 ( )Records movies in high resolution. 160 × 112 ( )Allo

48DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)NEW FOLDERYou can create a new folder (102MSDCF to 999MSDCF) on a “Memory Stick Duo.” When a folder is full (a maximum o

49Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)OVERLAP (fade in only)WIPE (fade in only)DOT FADER (fade in only)SLIDE SHOWPlays back the images stored on

5DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued Indicators displayed during recording/playback ...28Searching for the start

50DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)DELAY MOTION (Delay motion)You can record a movie with a repeat effect.STILLRecords a movie while superimposing it on a p

51Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)• While using the back light function, you cannot select [SKINTONE]. And when you use the back light funct

52DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)[a]: Recording[b]: Interval Touch  a desired interval time (1, 5 or 10 minutes)   [ON]   . Press PHOTO ful

53Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)EDIT/PLAY menuSettings for editing or playing back in various modes (VAR.SPD PB/END SEARCH, etc.)The defaul

54DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)STANDARD SET menuSettings while recording on a tape or other basic settings (REC MODE/MULTI-SOUND/LCD/VF SET/DISP OUTPUT,

55Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued EXT SUR MIC (External surround microphone)You can enjoy 5.1ch surround sound by following the pr

56DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1) LCD COLORYou can adjust the color on the LCD screen with / .Low intensity High intensity VF B.LIGHTYou can adjust t

57Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued  DATE/TIMEDisplays the date and time. CAMERA DATA (below)Displays camera setting data.Th

58DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)MENU ROTATE  NORMALScrolls the menu items downwards by touching . OPPOSITEScrolls the menu items upwards by touchi

59Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Customizing Personal MenuYou can add desired menu items to Personal Menu, and customize Personal Menu setti

6DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Deleting recorded pictures from the “Memory Stick Duo” ...69Marking images on the “Memory Stick Duo”

60DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Arranging the order of menu items displayed on Personal Menu1 Touch [P-MENU SET UP] [SORT].If the desired menu item is

61Using the MenuDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Using the CAM CTRL dialCAM CTRL dial *1MANUAL button *2Assignable dial*1 You can adjust the assigned item m

62DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)2 Press and hold the MANUAL button for several seconds. The [DIAL SET] screen appears.0: 00:0060minDIAL SETFOCUSEXPOSUR

63Dubbing/EditingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Connecting to a VCR or TVConnect your camcorder to a VCR or a TV to one of the following connections.Conne

64DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Dubbing to another device such as a VCR, DVD recorder, etc.You can copy the picture played back on your camcorder to othe

65Dubbing/EditingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Recording pictures from a VCR or TVYou can record pictures or TV programs from a VCR or TV on a tape or a

66DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Dubbing pictures from a tape to a “Memory Stick Duo”You can record movies or still images on a “Memory Stick Duo.” Make s

67Dubbing/EditingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Dubbing sound to a recorded tapeYou can add sound to a tape already recorded in the 12-bit mode (p. 54) wi

68DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)• When you attach an external microphone (optional) to the Active Interface Shoe, you can check the picture and the soun

69Dubbing/EditingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Deleting recorded pictures from the “Memory Stick Duo”1 Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the PLAY/E

7Getting StartedDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Step 1: Checking supplied itemsMake sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder.The num

70DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Selecting still images for printing (Print mark)The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard is used to select images f

71Dubbing/EditingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1) When connection is complete, (PictBridge connecting) appears on the screen. PRINT101-0001SET+-1011 / 10E

72DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Jacks to connect external devicesCamcorder123Handycam StationDVA/V4 53786DC IN Active Interface Shoe (p. 67)The Active

73Using a computerDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on your computerWhen you install the Picture Package Ver.1.7 s

74DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on your computer (Continued)System requirements For Windows usersWhen using P

75Using a computerDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Application: QuickTime 4 or later (QuickTime 5 recommended)Other: Disc driveWhen only copying pictures re

76DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Installing the software and “First Step Guide” on a computer (Continued)If the screen does not appear Double-click [My

77Using a computerDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)10 Click [Next] to install the “First Step Guide.”Depending on the computer, this screen may not be displ

78DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Installing the software and “First Step Guide” on a computer (Continued) Click [Finish].14 Make sure [Yes, I want to re

79Using a computerDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Installing on a Macintosh computer1 Confirm that your camcorder is not connected to the computer.2 Turn

8DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Step 2: Charging the battery packYou can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (A series) (p. 110) after attaching it to y

80DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Viewing “First Step Guide”Displaying “First Step Guide”Starting up on a Windows computerViewing with Microsoft Internet E

81Using a computerDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”)You can create DVDs when you connect your camcorder to a

82DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”) (Continued)3 Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.

83Using a computerDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)• When any of the following occurs, copying of the picture is canceled. A DVD containing the data up to

84DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Connecting an analog VCR to the computer via your camcorder (Signal convert function)Using the A/V connecting cable and a

85Using a computerDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)• While your camcorder is sending signals to other device, appears on the LCD screen when using the

86DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)TroubleshootingIf you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If

87TroubleshootingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued The CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged.• Slide the POWER

88DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)LCD screen/viewfinderAn unknown picture appears on the LCD screen or viewfinder.• The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p. 52).

89TroubleshootingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued The cassette is not ejected even when the cassette lid is open.• Moisture condensation is start

9Getting StartedDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)4 Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG) OFF. (The default setting.)5 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jac

90DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Image protection cannot be applied.• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 108)• Perfo

91TroubleshootingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued You cannot record a smooth transition on a tape from the last recorded scene to the next.• Note

92DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Adjusting the image during recordingRefer also to “Menu” (p. 95).The auto focus does not function.• Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO]

93TroubleshootingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.• Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] (

94DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)No sound or only a low sound is heard.• Set [MULTI-SOUND] to [STEREO] (p. 54).• Turn up the volume (p. 23).• Adjust [AUDI

95TroubleshootingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued MenuMenu items are grayed out.• You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playbac

96DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)You cannot use [PROGRES.REC].• You cannot use [PROGRES.REC] with [CINEMA EFECT] of [D. EFFECT].You cannot use [FADER].• Y

97TroubleshootingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other devicesPictures output from the camcorder do not appear on

98DCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)You cannot input pictures. • You cannot input pictures while [DISP OUTPUT] is set to [V-OUT/PANEL] (p. 57).• You cannot i

99TroubleshootingDCR-PC1000E 2-591-679-11(1)Continued You cannot view the video recorded on a tape on the computer. • Disconnect the cable from the