American Audio VX1000 Specifications

3-798-762-24 (1) 1995 by Sony CorporationDCR-VX1000Operation ManualBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,and retain it for fu

10LOCKSTANDBYPHOTO STANDBYSTBY0:05:20 54CAMERAVTRPOWEROFFLOCKSTANDBYPHOTO STANDBYSTBYRECLOCKSTANDBYPHOTO STANDBYWhen ND ON flashes in the viewfinderSe

11Basic OperationsNote on Standby modeIf you leave the camcorder for 5 minutes or more with a cassette inserted in Standby mode, the camcordergoes off

12WTWTWTUsing the Zoom FeatureZooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For moreprofessional-lookin

13Basic OperationsHints for Better ShootingFor hand-held shots, you’ll get better results holding the camcorder according to the followingsuggestions:

14The editsearch function is used to view the recorded picture for a moment during recording.Using EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene

15Basic OperationsYou can use this camcorder as a VCR by connecting it to your TV for playback. It is recommended touse the house current as the power

16POWEROFFCAMERAVTRREWPLAYYou can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also watch it on a TV screen, afterconnecting the camcorder

17Basic OperationsTo view the picture frame by framePress > during playback pause mode.Press < in reverse direction during playback pause mode.T

18Advanced OperationsUsing Alternate Power SourcesYou can choose any of the following power sources for your camcorder: battery pack (p.6), housecurre

19Advanced OperationsWARNINGAC power cord must only be changed at qualified service shop.Precautions• The set is not disconnected from the AC power so

2EnglishWelcome to digital videoCongratulations on your purchase of this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. With your Handycam,you can capture life’s p

20MENUEXECUTEMENUEXECUTEMENUA SHUTTERD ZOOMZEBRACOMMANDERBEEPHEADPHONE[MENU]:ENDONMENUA SHUTTERD ZOOMZEBRAMENUA SHUTTERD ZOOMZEBRAMENUA SHUTTERD ZOOMZ

21Advanced OperationsHEADPHONE <LOW/MID/HIGH>• Normally select LOW.• Select MID to slightly raise the volume of the headphone.• Select HIGH to r

22Items in VTR Mode onlyA MIX BAL• Select this item and change the level of the indicator by pressing > or . to adjust the volume balancebetween au

23Advanced OperationsSTBY RECSTBY RECLOCKSTANDBYPHOTO STANDBYSTART/STOPFADEROVERLAPYou can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appear

24STBY RECLOCKSTANDBYPHOTO STANDBYSTART/STOPFADEROVERLAPDIGITAL MODEZOOMOVERLAPFader and OverlapWhen using Overlap(1) Slide OPEN and open the battery

25Advanced OperationsLOCKSTANDBYPHOTO STANDBYSTART/STOPEDITSEARCHEDITSEARCHLOCKSTANDBYPHOTO STANDBYSTART/STOPZERO SETMEMORY32145[b][a]Re-recording a P

26Notes on editsearch• The picture may be distorted at the end of the inserted portion when it is played back.• Zero set memory may not function when

27Advanced OperationsPhoto RecordingYou can record a still picture like a photograph for about seven seconds. This mode is useful whenyou want to enj

28LOCKSTANDBYPHOTO STANDBYSTART/STOPEXECUTEMENUMENUInterval RecordingYou can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically rec

29Advanced OperationsLOCKSTANDBYPHOTO STANDBYSTART/STOPEXECUTEMENUMENUCut RecordingYou can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using c

3Table of ContentsBefore You BeginNotes and Precautions 4Checking Supplied Accessories 5Getting StartedCharging and Inserting the Battery Pack 6Insert

30LOCKSTANDBYPHOTO STANDBYSTART/STOPSELFTIMERSelf-timer RecordingYou can make a recording with the self-timer when the SELFTIMER mode is set to ON (2S

31Advanced OperationsAUTOLOCKHOLDSelecting Automatic Mode and ManualAdjustmentYou can select three types of adjustment mode for exposure, shutter spee

32FOUCUSAUTOMANUALINFINITYPUSH AUTOFocusing ManuallyTo activate auto focusing, very bright condition and proper contrast are required. Use manual foc

33Advanced OperationsPUSH AUTOFOUCUSAUTOMANUALINFINITYPUSH AUTOWhen or appearsTurn focus ring clockwise when appears, or turn it counterclockwis

34CONTROL F1.6AEA F2AEA AEAAESAUTOLOCKHOLDAEPROGRAMUsing the PROGRAM AE FunctionSelect one of the three PROGRAM AE modes, then go to each step.(1) Se

35Advanced OperationsCONTROL90AES100AESThe depth of fieldExposure (iris)ZoomShallow (lowering the F value)Smaller irisTelephoto (T)Deep (raising the F

36AEPROGRAMTo select the best shutter speedTo return to automatic modeSet HOLD/AUTO LOCK selector to AUTO LOCK, or press PROGRAM AE repeatedly until A

37Advanced OperationsAUTOLOCKHOLDTo lock the PROGRAM AE mode and manual settingsSet HOLD/AUTO LOCK selector to HOLD.The EXPOSURE, SHUTTER SPEED, WHT B

38AUTOLOCKHOLDEXPOSUREAdjusting the ExposureAdjust the exposure manually under the following cases.[a] Turn the exposure dial to + when:• The backgrou

39Advanced OperationsAUTOLOCKHOLDTo return to automatic modeSet HOLD/AUTO LOCK selector to AUTO LOCK.To change the settingRepeat steps 1 to 4.To cance

4Before You BeginNotes and PrecautionsNote on TV Color SystemsTV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you ne

40AECONTROLAUTOLOCKHOLDPROGRAMSHUTTERSPEEDAdjusting the Shutter Speed(1) Set HOLD/AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position while

41Advanced OperationsUsing the ND FilterUsing the ND filter (correspond to one-tenth the quantity of light), you can record a picture clearly,preventi

42EXECUTEMENUMENUUsing with the Zebra PatternYou can set the camcorder to display a zebra pattern (diagonal stripes) in the portion of the picture int

43Advanced OperationsAUTOLOCKHOLDWHT BALAdjusting the White BalanceWhite balance adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural co

44Adjusting the White BalanceLocking the white balance setting (One-push white balance mode)When you set the white balance to one-push white balance m

45Advanced OperationsNotes on the ∑ indicator in the viewfinder• The state of the indicator shows as follows:Slow flashing: White balance is not adjus

46AUTOLOCKHOLDCONTROLRECLEVELAUTOLOCKHOLD123Adjusting the Recording SoundYou can adjust the recording sound level. Use headphones to monitor the soun

47Advanced OperationsNotes on the adjustment• The sound level setting is retained as long as the power is on and for about five minutes after the powe

48STEADY SHOTONOFFWhen you shoot, the Ó indicator appears in the viewfinder. This indicates that the Steady Shotfunction is working and the camcorder

49Advanced OperationsEXECUTEMENUMENUPresetting the Adjustment for Picture QualityYou can preset the camcorder to record the picture with the desired p

5Checking Supplied AccessoriesCheck that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.9854321671 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 76)2

50To record without the preset setting1 Press MENU while the camcorder is in Standby mode.2 Press > or . to select CUSTOM, then press EXECUTE.3 Pre

51Advanced OperationsSearching the Recorded PictureWhen you use a cassette memory-mounted mini DV cassette which can store the recorded date or time,e

52Searching the Recorded PictureSearching the recorded picture without using cassette memory(1) Turn the POWER switch to VTR.(2) Slide OPEN and open t

53Advanced OperationsChecking the Information for the RecordedPictureYou can display the recorded date and time or the various settings in the viewfin

54You can create your own video program by editing with any other DV, mini DV, h 8 mm, H Hi8,j VHS, k S-VHS,  VHSC, K S-VHSC, l Betamax, or ¬ ED Beta

55Advanced OperationsStarting Editing(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the recording VCR. Then insert yourrecorded tape

56Replacing Recording on a TapeYou can insert a new picture, sound, recording date/time, camera information, etc., from a VCR ontoyour originally reco

57Additional InformationAdditional InformationUsing Your Camcorder AbroadEach country has its own electricity and TV color systems. Before using your

58Replacing the Lithium Battery in theCamcorderYour camcorder is supplied with the lithium battery installed. When the battery becomes weak ordead, I

59Additional InformationReplacing the Lithium BatteryWhen replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other power source attached. Otherwi

6Getting StartedCharging and Inserting the Battery PackBefore using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To charge

60MENUA SHUTTERD ZOOMZEBRACOMMANDERHEADPHONE[MENU]:ENDONMENUBEEPEVF MODEFRAME RECSELFTIMERCUSTOMCLOCK SET[MENU]:ENDINT RECMENU1995 JAN 1CLOCK SET12

61Additional InformationVideo CassettesUsable CassettesYou can use the mini DV cassette only. You cannot use any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS,

62Video CassettesNotes on the mini DV cassetteGold-plated connector of the mini DV cassetteIf the gold-plated connector of the mini DV cassette gets d

63Additional InformationLOCKSTANDBYPHOTO STANDBYSTART/STOPThis section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack.Preparing the Batte

64The Battery Heats UpDuring charging or recording, the battery pack heats up. This is caused by energy that has beengenerated and a chemical change t

65Additional InformationMoisture CondensationIf the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense insidethe c

66Removing Dust from Inside the Viewfinder(1) While holding down the hook, slide the eyecup in the direction of the arrow and remove it out.(2) Clean

67Additional InformationPrecautionsCamcorder Operation• Operate the camcorder using 7.2 V (battery pack), or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor).• For DC or AC o

68Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The tape is stuck to the drum.m Eject the tape. (p. 9)• Rewind the tape or use a new one. (p. 16)• Set the POWER

69Additional InformationOperationSymptomD ZOOM mode in the menu systemcannot be set to ON.The overlap function does not active.Sound level meter does

7Getting StartedRemoving the Battery PackSlide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.Notes on charging the battery pack• The POWER lamp will

70Cause and/or Corrective Actions• Disconnect the AC power cord. After about one minute, tryagain. (p.18)• See the following chart.SymptomThe POWER l

71Additional InformationVideo CameraRecorderSystemVideo recording systemTwo rotary heads, Helicalscanning systemAudio recording systemRotary heads, PC

72Identifying the PartsCamcorder1 Remote sensor (p. 79)2 CP CHECK button (p. 49)3 EDITSEARCH buttons (p. 14)4 RELEASE knob (p. 8)5 POWER switch (p. 10

73Additional Information!ª Accessory shoe@º Display window (p. 81)@¡ EJECT switch (p. 9)@™ Zoom button (p. 12)@£ REC LEVEL (recording level) button (p

74@¶ Carrying handle@• Microphone@ª Camera recording lamp#º Remote sensor (p. 79)#¡ Hooks for shoulder strap (p. 76)#™ Lens hoodYou can attatch a wide

75Additional Information$∞$¶%º%¡$ª$§$•$£$¢%™$º$¡$™$º Camera recording lamp$¡ PHOTO button (p. 27)$™ lLANC control jackl stands for Local Application C

76Attaching the shoulder strapAttach the supplied shoulder strap to the hooks for the shoulder strap (!¡ and #¡ on page 72and 74).231Remote Commander1

77Additional Information!º Tape transport buttons (p. 16)0REW (rewind), ·PLAY (playback), )FF (fast-forward), πSTOP, '/7 (frame-by-frame),PPAUSE,

78EXECUTEMENUMENUIDHOLDVTR 4STOPAbout the ID of the Remote CommanderYou can avoid misoperation from other remote commanders by setting the VTR4/ID/HOL

79Additional InformationRemote Control DirectionAim the Remote Commander to the remote sensor.The operative range of the Remote Commander is about 5 m

8Charging and Inserting the Battery PackTo Remove the Battery PackSlide the RELEASE knob leftward.RELEASENote on battery packYou cannot use NP-520/500

80WNDTSTBY16BIT1000ONPHOTOC MEMORYF2.8FADER7.5CP0dB0:13:46 32In the Viewfinder1 Focus indicator (p. 32)2 ND filter indicator (p. 41)3 White balance in

81Additional InformationIn the Display Window1 Time code (p. 11)2 MEMORY indicator (p. 25)Same as ZERO SET MEMORY indicator in the viewfinder.3 Warnin

82If indicators flash in the viewfinder, or a caution lamp on the camcorder flashes, check the following:: You can hear the beep sound when the BEEP i

83Additional InformationGlossaryAudio mode (p. 22, p. 61)There are two modes on DV format:• 12-bit mode which records two stereo sounds such as stereo

84Shutter speed (p. 40)The amount of time the shutter is open. The faster the shutter speed is the less blurring occurs even ifshooting a moving subj

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9Getting StartedInserting a CassetteYou can use mini DV cassette with logo* only.Make sure that a power source is inserted.(1) Slide EJECT. The cas