Sony: Leading with 1080

Sony-HDV-Guide-092208 Sony: Leading with 1080 HDV What's Inside In 2003, Sony in conjunction with JVC, Canon and Sharp collected their Cameras: efforts to develop a system that would finally allow both professionals HVR Line Summary...... 3-5 and consumers access to true High Definition acquisition at Standard HVR-Z7U Close-up...... 6-7 Definition prices. Sony's first professional HDV camcorder, the HVRZ1U, HVR-V1U Close-up...... 8 entered the market as the first 1080i HDV camcorder available and HVR-Z5U Close-up...... 9 HVR-Z1U Close-up...... 10 changed the way the world looked at High Definition forever. Starin as- HVR-HD1000 Close-up...... 11 sembled this HDV guide to make you aware of the significant advan- HVR-A1U Close-up...... 12 tages of Sony's HDV equipment. Accessories...... 13 Recorders & Decks HVR-D60...... 14 Why Buy a Sony HDV Camcorder? HVR-1500...... 15 Take a look at the three main advantages that Sony offers over other HVR-M35U...... 16 HVR-M25AU...... 17 brands. HVR-M15U...... 18 Resources: Extremely high quality Zeiss HD optics —Your recorded im- Why1080i? ...... 19 age can be no better than the lens that produced it. Sony uses Editing: Zeiss lenses specifically designed to match the other compo- Vegas & DVD Architect...... 20 nents of the imaging system. Pro Audio for HDV: Wired & Wireless Microphones.....21 Sony Exclusive Digital Processors— preserve a large expo- Monitors HDV: sure latitude without needing any knee compression. Proces- Luma critical monitors....22 sors intelligently create the best possible HD image. What is "HDV" DV, HDV or DVCAM recording modes — By allowing users to record in multiple formats, including the truly professional DVCAM format, Sony's HDV products maximize the value to • HDV is a new video format for recording High Definition the user, regardless of their shooting environment or workflow. Video on standard DV tape. • HDV is a cost-effective step up to the benefits of HD for Handy features found in the HDV line videographers, independent film-makers, corporate and other professional users. • HDV allows users to begin the move to HD as their workflow allows. • HDV offers easy connectivity via Focus Marking On-screen level i.LINK, and fits perfectly in existing DV based Non Linear Editing (NLE) systems available from Sony and other vendors. • HDV uses industry standard MPEG 2 coding at a data rate of 25 Mb/s, the same rate as DV and DVCAM.

CONTACT STARIN - [email protected] or 219-929-4127 - WITH A TECHNICAL QUESTION ON HDV HDV PRODUCTION GUIDE 2008 ISSUE - Page 2 - Sony HDV At-A-Glance HVR-Z7U 1/3” 3CCD HDV Camcorder MSRP: $6,8500 MAP: $5,700 The HVR-Z7U uses 1/3-inch bayonet mount interchangeable lenses. This new HDV camcorder delivers the enhanced functionality professionals have More Info: been asking for, such as an interchangeable lens system, native progressive Page:6-7 recording, and solid-state memory recording functionality. A streamlined nonlinear editing workflow is achieved using the supplied Memory Recording Unit, which provides HDV/DVCAM/DV file recording on a widely available Compact Flash® solid-state memory card, as well as recording onto HDV tape. This groundbreaking camcorder also features 1080/24p/30p HDV native progressive recording modes, as well as HDMI output.

HVR-V1U 1/3” 3CMOS HDV Camcorder MSRP: 4,890 MAP: $4,290 The Sony HVR-V1U HDV™ camcorder is the world’s first 1080p24 HDV acquisition tool. Three ¼” ClearVid® CMOS Sensors, combined with Sony’s 14-bit Enhanced Image Processor, create an exceptional camcorder capable of capturing images at 1080p24, 1080p30, and 1080 60i. All video is pro- More Info: cessed at 1920x1080 at 60p in full 4:2: 2, for optimum picture quality. In the Page:8 1080 24p mode, the images are scanned at the full 1080 lines, and 2:3 pull down is added and recorded to the 60i HDV tape.

HVR-HD1000 MSRP: $1,50 MAP: $1,599 1/3” CMOS HDV Camcorder

The HVR-HD1000U Digital High Definition HDV camcorder features a shoul- More Info: der mount design and matte black color, designed to meet the growing Page: 11 demand of HDV users for greater mobility and professional appearance. It has premium design characteristics and high-definition 1080i recording capability. A built-in down-converter creates DV material, perfect for standard DVD productions.

HVR-Z5U 1/3” CMOS HDV Camcorder

The HVR-Z5U camcorder offers native 24P recording and other professional MSRP: $4,950 features—all for less than $5,000—as well as tapeless recording capability through an optional CompactFlash™ adapter. CMOS sensors capture full HD More Info: 1920 x 1080 resolution, resulting in better picture quality when recorded onto Page: 9 miniDV tape in the HDV format.

CONTACT STARIN - [email protected] or 219-929-4127 - WITH A TECHNICAL QUESTION ON HDV - Page 3 - Sony HDV At-A-Glance MSRP: $2,999 HVR-A1U MAP: $2,499 1/3” 3 MegaPixel CMOS HDV Camcorder

The HVR-A1U camcorder is an extremely compact and lightweight More Info: camcorder, ideal for applications where space is at a premium or extreme Page: 12 mobility is required. This camcorder is equipped with a newly developed 1/3-inch type, 2.97-megapixel (total) CMOS sensor and an all new Enhanced Imaging Processor™ that optimizes the performance of the CMOS sensor and provides outstanding high-definition picture quality.

MSRP: HVR-Z1U $5,999.00 1/3” 3 CCD HDV Camcorder MAP: $4,900

The HVR-Z1U professional camcorder usss 1/3" 3CCD imager technology and advanced 14 bit A/D and DXP image processing to shoot brilliant high More Info: definition 1080i pictures with jaw-dropping detail, color and clarity. It Page: 10 comes equipped with a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar® T* 12x zoom lens. (Shown with optional ECM-678 shotgun microphone).

MSRP: $1,890 HVR-DR-60 MAP: $1,490 Portable HDV/DVCAM/DV Disc Recorder

More Info: Lightweight and portable hard disk drive (HDD) recording unit, the HVR- Page: 14 DR60 is easily connected via its i.LINK® interface. This compact drive offers videographers the ability to record onto both tape and the hard disk drive simultaneously - an ideal hybrid recording solution providing approximately 4.5 hours of continuous HDV, DVCAM, or DV stream recording..

CONTACT STARIN - [email protected] or 219-929-4127 - WITH A TECHNICAL QUESTION ON HDV - Page 4 - HVR-1500A HDV/DVCAM/DV VTR MSRP: $8,290 Designed to be the bridge between HDV and HDCAM® format, the HVR 1500A inherits the same design concepts of the very successful More Info: DSR-1500A, such as quick mechanical response, multi-format DV play- Page: 15 back, and a robust set of professional video and audio interfaces ranging from analog to digital SDI, i.LINK (HDV). It has native HDSDI / SDI input as well as output and a converter option (HVBK1520 that will upconvert SD input signals to HD and cross convert 1080i signals to 720p60 and 720p30 (JVC) tapes to 1080i output and AES/EBU. Additionally, the new HVR-1500 offers HD-SDI output as well as RS-422A control capabilities.

HVR-M35U MSRP: $5,540 MAP: $4,482 HDV/DVCAM/DV VTR The HVR-M35U supports native progressive format recording. It records and plays back HDV 1080i60, 1080i50, 1080p30, 1080p25, 1080p24, and More Info: DV/DVCAM 480i60, 576i50 and is NTSC / PAL switchable. Other features Page:16 include 4CH audio recording and playback,an integral monaural speaker, digital interfaces of i.LINK, dual function HD/SD SDI output connector, as well as AES/EBU BNC connectors. There's a ClearPhoto LCD plus 2.7-inch 16:9 panel. Support of both mini and standard size video tape cassettes. Get 1080i to 720p conversion capabilities, as well as HD to SD down- conversion.Duplicate Plus function makes it easy to copy video & audio from a camera onto the HVR-M35U– along with original time code.

HVR-M25AU HDV/DVCAM/DV VTR MSRP: $4,300 The HVR-M25AU, the enhanced successor model to the HVR-M25U with the same basic frame as the 35U, features HDV native progressive format capability, providing a stunning 1080p image at 24, 25 or 30 More Info: frames per second. It is compatible with standard and mini cassettes, Page: 17 providing extended recording times up to 276 minutes. It's optimized for use with nonlinear editing systems due to its highly compact size and ease of operation. There's a built-in 2.7-inch 16:9 LCD monitor and HDMI output.

HVR-M15AU HDV/DVCAM/DV VTR

Incorporating a compact and simple design, the HVR-M15U is well suited MSRP: $2,480 for desktop applications. With its included stand, the HVR-M15U can also stand vertically during normal operations. The HVR-M15U offers HDV 1080i, DVCAM and DV SP recording and playback capability for easy More Info: migration from standard to high definition production, as well as playback of Page: 18 HDV 720p pre-recorded tapes (analog output only). iLink interface.

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HDMI output Memory recording Unit Interchangeable Lens connector w/Carl Zeiss 12x records on easily obtained Optical zoom included Compact Flash. Piggy-back connect. New 3.2" (viewable area measured diagonally) 1/3 inch-type 3 type XtraFine LCD ClearVid CMOS Level indication Sensors Focus marking Key Features of the HVR-Z7U 1/3 inch-type 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system has 45- Smooth Slow Recording capability degree rotated pixels on each chip in order to increase the signal density, while each pixel maintains sufficient surface On-board HD - SD Downconverters - Converts material from area. It can always produce maximum resolution, regardless 1080i down to 480i through via iLink/Firewire. of the balance between color elements, thanks to its unique and sophisticated interpolation technology. Connections include 2 Channel XLR Audio Inputs, ILink, HDMI, LANC, headphone and a 10-pin connector A/V OUT An Interchangeable lens system uses a 1/3" bayonet jack. mount system with many lens possibilities. The HVR-Z7U INCLUDED has built-in features such as auto-focus, optical stabilizer HVR-MRC1 memory recording unit and automatic back-focus adjustment.You can also attach RMT-831 wireless remote commander unit a 2/3-inch or 1/2-inch HD video lens, via an adaptor. See ECM-XM1 monoaural electret condenser microphone the next page for more. CR2025 lithium battery AC-VQ1050 AC adaptor/charger Three Neutral Density lens filters are ntegral to the NP-F570 infoLITHIUM rechargeable battery pack camera, which help users to reduce light intensity under A/V connecting cable bright shooting conditions.Also Negative gain settings of -6 Component video cable and -3 dB have also been added to help reduce sensitivity Lens hoods with lens cover Shoe adaptor under bright lighting conditions. Large size eye-cup Operating instructions (printed manual and CD-ROM) 12x Optical Zoom lens included with Carl Zeiss Vario- . Sonnar T coating – with integral Optical SteadyShot OPTIONAL technology which uses a servo driven lens element to Accessories correct for unsteady handling when used in a handheld configuration. 2NPF970/B InfoLithium L Series Rechargeable Batteries (2) ACVQL1BP Quad Battery Charge SHL32WBP LCD Viewfinder Hood 24p/30p HDV Native Progressive Recording Modes - VCTSP1BP Monopod Camera Support System can playback/record HDV1080i: 60i/50i/24p/30p/25p. Also RM1BP Remote Commander Switchable HD/SD Recording and Playback for DVCAM/DV. HVLLBP LED Battery Video Light VCTPG11RMB Tripod with the RM-1BP LANC Remote Six types of Auto Exposure can be selected to HVRDR60 Hard disk recorder automatically adjust the exposure to the most suitable HVRVZ7U/RSDP2 2-Year Depot Service level. CONTACT STARIN - [email protected] or 219-929-4127 - WITH A TECHNICAL QUESTION ON HDV - Page 6 - Sony HVR-Z7U Up Close INTERCHANGEABLE LENS A high-quality, multi-purpose Carl Zeiss lens for HD video comes as standard with the HVR-Z7U. Stunning resolution and contrast is achieved thanks to the Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar™ T* coating, which suppresses unwanted reflections. A specially designed wide-angle lens is also available as an option, to suit a diverse range of shooting requirements. Easy-to-use Interchangeable Lens for Fixed-lens Camcorder Users These lenses give the HVR-Z7U functionality as popular fixed-lens camcorders like the HVR-Z1U and HVR-V1U, thanks to built-in features such as auto-focus, optical stabilizer, and automatic back-focus adjustment.

Natural-touch Lens Operation Focus The newly designed focus ring offers two types of manual focus, plus an auto focus mode that can be easily switched by sliding the focus ring forward or backward. When the focus ring is in the front position, the lens works in the same way as the HVR-Z1U, HVR-V1U, and DSR-PD170. In this case, either manual or auto focus mode can be selected by the assignable button on the lens. On the other hand, when the focus ring is set to the rear position, the focus ring has a physical stop at infinity and works in the same way as a professional interchangeable lens, with fixed-focus-position and distance indicators. Zoom Fast, intuitive manual-zoom response is provided by an internal gearwheel mechanism that provides accurate zoom positioning. A high-quality servo-motor provides the smooth zooming performance that industry professionals have come to rely on. Iris The iris ring encircles the lens barrel. Manual iris adjustment is possible with an ENG-type ring system that allows fine exposure control for challenging lighting situations Wide Range of Lenses The flexible bayonet lens attachment system allows you to use a wide range of lenses. Standard 1/3-inch HD video lenses, from manufacturers such as Fujinon and Canon, can be attached directly to the HVR-Z7U. If you’d like to attach a 2/3-inch or 1/2-inch HD video lens, it is possible to do so by adding a standard lens adaptor from the lens manufacturer. The HVR-Z7U has12-pin lens connectors allowing compatibility with professional ENG lenses. This feature is very useful not only for those who already have these professional HD video lenses, but also for those who prefer to use HD digital cinema lenses for their unique contrast, color, and atmosphere. Lens Compatibility With a special adaptor from Sony, it is also possible to use the lens series designed for Sony Digital SLR still cameras. By using lenses in various configurations, creative effects can be achieved. This approach is ideal for filmmakers on a budget or those who already own lenses.

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1/4 inch-type 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensors infoLITHIUM L Series Battery Compatible HDMI output connector New 3.2" (viewable area measured diagonally) type XtraFine LCD Key Features of the HVR-V1U

1/4 inch-type 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system has 45- Shot TransitionTM function allows for smooth automatic degree rotated pixels on each chip in order to increase the scene transitions. After you program a shot’s start and end signal density, while each pixel maintains sufficient surface settings (e.g., for zoom, focus, iris, gain, shutter speed, and area. With CMOS there is reduced smear. white balance) and pressed the start button, a smooth transition takes place over the duration of the shot by automatically calculating intermediate setting values. 20x Optical Zoom lens with Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Coated with integral Optical SteadyShot technology which Connections -2 Chan. XLR Audio Ins, iLink, LANC, HDMI, uses a servo driven lens element to correct for unsteady USB, TLink (timecode between cameras) headphone and a handling when used in a handheld configuration. Moreover, 10-pin A/V OUT jack. the built-in digital extender increases the zoom ratio to approximately 30x. The optional VCL-HG0868K 0.8x wide Still Picture Recording to Memory Stick Duo Media. conversion lens uses the bayonet mount system for instant attachment or detachment. INCLUDED RMT-851 wireless remote commander unit Three Neutral Density lens filters are integral to the ECM-NV1 monoaural electret condenser microphone camera, which help users to reduce light intensity under NP-F570 infoLITHIUM rechargeable battery bright shooting conditions. A/V connecting cable Component video cable 24p/30p HDV Native Progressive Recording Modes - USB Cable can playback/record HDV1080i: 60i/50i/24p/30p/25p. Also Lens hoods with lens cover AC Adapter with Power Cord Switchable HD/SD Recording and Playback for DVCAM/DV. Large Eyecup Operating manual Six types of Auto Exposure can be selected to . automatically adjust the exposure to the most suitable OPTIONAL level. Accessories VCL-HG0862K 0.8x Wide Conversion Lens The Smooth Slow Record function enables clean slow-motion 2NPF970/B InfoLithium L Series Rechargeable Batteries (2) playback by capturing images at four times faster than the ACVQL1BP Quad Battery Charge normal field rate (240 fields/s). Interval recording is a unique SHL32WBP LCD Viewfinder Hood function that records signals at pre-determined intervals VCTSP1BP Monopod Camera Support System (longer than 30 seconds) for pre-determined durations (longer RM1BP Remote Commander than 0.5 seconds). HVLLBP LED Battery Video Light VCTPG11RMB Tripod with the RM-1BP LANC Remote On-board HD - SD Downconverters - Converts material HVRDR60 Hard disk recorder from 1080i down to 480i through via iLink/Firewire. HVRV1U/RSDP2 2-Year Depot Service CONTACT STARIN - [email protected] or 219-929-4127 - WITH A TECHNICAL QUESTION ON HDV - Page 8 - Sony HVR-Z5U Up Close NEW-- Shipping December 08

1/3 inch-type 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensors

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3.2" (viewable area measured diagonally) type XtraFine LCD Key Features of the HVR-Z5U The HVR-Z5U camcorder offers native 24P recording and extra-low dispersion glass and 20x optical zoom. The fixed other professional features—all for less than $5,000—as lens is optimized to perfectly complement the cameras’ well as tapeless recording capability through an optional advanced image sensor and image-processing technology. CompactFlash™ adapter. Define your own manual settings for iris, gain, white bal- Enhanced Image Capture ance, shutter speed and focus for increased creativity and Sony’s ClearVid™ 1/3-inch CMOS sensor chips are control. Use of any of the three manual rings for adjust- designed to provide high sensitivity, deep resolution, high- ments to zoom, focus and iris provides even more flexibility. speed reading, low noise and a wider dynamic range. The CMOS sensors capture full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution, Professional Video Production resulting in better picture quality when recorded onto The HVR-Z5U has timecode support and two XLR balanced miniDV tape in the HDV format (1440 pixels x 1080 lines). audio inputs.

The Exmor™ technology features a unique column-parallel Professionals can record the native 24P/30P signal on to analog-to-digital conversion technique and dual noise the videotape used in the camcorder or to CompactFlash canceling, resulting in digital signals with extremely low cards – simultaneously or separately – with the optional noise. The technologies combine to allow the new HVR-MRC1K recording unit. This unit attaches directly to camcorders to perform significantly better in low-light the back of the camcorder, eliminates the need for cables environments with sensitivity of 1.5 lux. and automatically synchronizes with the recording action of the camcorder. XtraFine LCD™ (3.2-inch, 921,000 dots) and XtraFine electronic viewfinder (0.45-inch, 1,227,000 dots) for high- The recording unit can be directly attached to this new resolution and high-contrast images with remarkable color HVR-Z5U camera, as well as to the HVR-Z7U. It will also reproduction are used. work with other HDV camcorders using a supplied iLINK® (IEEE-1394) cable and shoe adapter. Ideal For Independent Cinematographers Feature progressive scan at 1080/24p and 30p, the results The camcorder, and the HVR-MRC1K adapter will be are video productions withv a film-like look. Using a two to compatible with Sony’s Professional 306x CompactFlash three pull down, the 24P scanned image is converted to 60i card. The recording times on an 8 and 16 GB for easy editing with user’s existing software applications. CompactFlash card in HDV, DVCAM and DV format are CinemaTone Gamma™ and CinemaTone Color™ settings approximately 36 and 72 minutes, respectively. complement the 24P capabilities.

Equipped with a refined level of optical performance, there is a Sony G lens with a 29.5mm wide-end viewing angle, CONTACT STARIN - [email protected] or 219-929-4127 - WITH A TECHNICAL QUESTION ON HDV - Page 9 - Built-in Sony HVR-Z1U Up Close stereo microphone 2 XLR Audio for ambient connections with sound independent level and phantom power

14 bit A/D and 3.5" 16:9 Sony Digital Hybrid LCD eXtended Display Processor (DXP)

Manual Ultra low vertical Zoom Ring, smear Manual 12x Optical Focus, Zoom Carl Manual Iris Zeiss Vario- Super SteadyShot Controls Sonnar T* Lens 1/3" 3CCD Super Optical Stabilization HAD HD imager System Key Features of the HVR-Z1U 1/3" 3CCD Super PowerHAD Imager - uses three 1.12 Full-Auto or Manual Controls for Camera Functions – Megapixel 16:9 CCDsto create the specified HDV resolution allows any or all functions to be controlled manually by the of 1440 x 1080. operator if necessary. Focus, White Balance, Gain, Shutter Speed and Iris can be independently selected for manual 12x Optical Zoom Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Lens –with operation. integral Optical SteadyShot technology which uses a servo driven lens element to correct for unsteady handling when used in a handheld configuration. INCLUDED RMT-841 wireless remote commander unit 14 bit A/D Conversion - Allows the camera to process very ECM-NV1 monoaural electret condenser microphone large contrast-range scenes. Image processing has color NP-F570 infoLITHIUM rechargeable battery correction and Cinematone Gamma functions. A/V connecting cable Component video cable Lens hoods with lens cover & Shoe adapter HDV 1080i, DVCAM and DV Recording and Playback - AC Adapter with Power Cord 50i or 60i – will operate in both 50i and 60i regardless of the Large Eyecup format. For projects wa nting a film look, the camera Cleaning cassette operates in Cineframe to provide 24, 25 or 30 frame. Operating manual

On-board HD - SD Downconverters - Converts material OPTIONAL. from 1080i down to 480i signals through via iLink/Firewire, Accessories analog component, composite or S-Video. VCL-HG0872 0.8x Wide Conversion Lens 2NPF970/B InfoLithium L Series Rechargeable Batteries (2) 2 Channel XLR Audio Inputs – Professional audio con- ACVQL1BP Quad Battery Charge nections with 48v phantom power and full independent SHL32WBP LCD Viewfinder Hood control over level and routing for external signals. VCTSP1BP Monopod Camera Support System RM1BP Remote Commander High Resolution LCD Display and Electronic View HVLLBP LED Battery Video Light Finder – 3.5" 16:9 LCD panel is mounted on the front of the VCTPG11RMB Tripod with the RM-1BP LANC Remote camera handle. This unique placement allows the panel to VCT-FXA Shoulder Brace be used in a variety of positions, including facing the on- LC-Z1TH Hard Carrying Case HVRDR60 Hard disk recorder camera talent, and works simultaneously with the EVF. HVRVZ1U/RSDP2 2-Year Depot Service

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Built-in stereo microphone for ambient Freely rotating 2.7-inch sound LCD screen is located on Assignable the top of the viewfinder ontrol ring unit to provide easy viewing when in a 10x Optical low-level position or on a Zoom Carl tripod. Zeiss Vario- Sonnar T* Lens Key Features of the HVR-HD1000 1/.29" ClearVid CMOS sensor- ClearVid CMOS Sensor Super Night Shot allows recordingin zero lux light levels. uses a unique pixel layout rotated 45 degrees to provide high resolution and high sensitivity. Smooth Slow Recording captures images four times faster to result inslow-motion playback. 10x Optical Zoom Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Lens –with integral Optical SteadyShot technology which uses a servo Connections -2 Chan. XLR, iLink, LANC, HDMI, USB, driven lens element to correct for unsteady handling when headphone, component, composite and S-video. used in a handheld configuration. INCLUDED Shoulder-mount design allows for easy balance and stable operation. ECM-NV1Monoaural electret condenser microphone NP-F570 infoLITHIUM rechargeable battery A/V connecting cable HDV 1080i and DV Recording and Playback - 50i or 60i Component video cable – will operate in both 50i and 60i regardless of the format. Lens hoods with lens cover & Shoe adapter For projects wa nting a film look, the camera operates in AC-L100 AC Adapter with Power Cord Cineframe to provide 24, 25 or 30 frame. Large Eyecup Operating manual On-board HD - SD Downconverters - Converts material from 1080i down to 480i signals through via iLink/Firewire, analog component, composite or S-Video. OPTIONAL Accessories 2 Channel XLR Audio Inputs – Professional audio con- VCL-HG0872 0.8x Wide Conversion Lens nections with 48v phantom power and full independent 2NPF970/B InfoLithium L Series Rechargeable Batteries (2) control over level and routing for external signals. ACVQL1BP Quad Battery Charge SHL32WBP LCD Viewfinder Hood Camera Control Ring is located on the lens unit where VCTSP1BP Monopod Camera Support System functions can be assigned to the ring for adjustment: RM1BP Remote Commander Focus (default), Zoom, Brightness, Shutter, Video: 1/4~1/ HVLLBP LED Battery Video Light 10000 sec., Photo: 1/4~1/500 sec., AE Shift VCTPG11RMB Tripod with the RM-1BP LANC Remote VCT-FXA Shoulder Brace and WB Shift. LC-Z1TH Hard Carrying Case . HVRDR60 Hard disk recorder 6.1 Mega pixel Still photo mode is ideal for producing DVD HVRHD1000/RSDP2 2-Year Depot Service cases or making wedding photo albums.

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Fold out, 2.7" High Resolution LCD touch panel display Newly developed 1/3” 3 MegaPixel CMOS imager

10X Carl Zeiss Vario- Sonnar T* Lens Key Features of the HVR-A1U 1/3" CMOS Imager - 3 Mega-pixel resolution imager Dual monitoring with LCD panel and Electronic View provides for both video and still image recording. Unique Finder - side mounted, fold out, high resolution LCD pixel design combines high sensitivity and low noise levels screen and rear mounted EVF for operator convenience. The and a nearly complete absence of vertical smear. touch screen LCD is also used to access and control the menus and other settings in the camera. 10x Optical Zoom Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Lens – designed to work with the new imager, this lens uses the same glass INCLUDED and coatings as Zeiss prime lenses and produces sharp, RMT-831 remote high contrast images with virtually no chromatic aberration ECM-NV1Monoaural electret condenser microphone or flare. Manual or servo zoom, manual or auto focus, and a NP-F570 infoLITHIUM rechargeable battery Tele Macro function available. A/V connecting cable Component video cable Lens hoods with lens cover & Shoe adapter Enhanced Imaging Processor – This high speed image AC-L100 AC Adapter with Power Cord processor was developed to handle the large amounts of Large Eyecup image data provided by the HD CMOS imager. The EIP 16 MB Memory Stick Duo adapter processes detail and brightness data independently, allow- Operating manual ing high details in black and bright areas of the image and exceptionally wide dynamic range. OPTIONAL Accessories Still Picture Recording to Memory Stick Duo Media - VCL-HG0872 0.8x Wide Conversion Len Still pictures captured at full resolution. NPFM50 Battery packs ACVQL1BP Quad Battery Charge 2 Channel XLR Audio Input – switchable 48v phantom SHL32WBP LCD Viewfinder Hood power.. The camera includes stereo microphone and an VCTSP1BP Monopod Camera Support System external directional microphone. Audio levels can be viewed RM1BP Remote Commander on the LCD screen, and adjusted independently with level HVLLBP LED Battery Video Light controls for each channel. VCTPG11RMB Tripod with the RM-1BP LANC Remote LC-A1TH Hard Carrying Case HVRDR60 Hard disk recorder Compact and Lightweight Design - The camcorder HVRA1U/RSDP2 2-Year Depot Service weighs only 2 lb. 14 oz. in operation and is extremely compact, providing a high level of mobility. CONTACT STARIN - [email protected] or 219-929-4127 - WITH A TECHNICAL QUESTION ON HDV - Page 12 - Accessories

RM1BP Remote Commander

VCL-HG0872 0.8x Wide Conversion Lens

HVLLBP LED Battery Video Light

2NPF970/B InfoLithium L Series Rechargeable Batteries (2)

VCTPG11RMB Tripod with the RM-1BP LANC Remote

ACVQL1BP Quad Battery Charge

VCT-FXA Shoulder Brace

SHL32WBP LCD Viewfinder Hood

VCTSP1BP Monopod Camera Support System LC-Z1TH Hard Carrying Case

ACVQ1050D “L” battery adapter / dual charger ACVQ50 “M” battery adapter /charger ACVQ900AM “M” battery adapter / dual charger SHL35WBP LCD hood for V1U

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Approx. 4.5 Hour Recording Time Cache recording: 14 seconds

Transfers video at ~3x real time (Approx. 80Mbps)

Key Features of the HVR-DR60

Lightweight and portable hard disk drive (HDD) recording · Records video to disk at same time camcorder records to unit, the HVR-DR60 is easily connected via its i.LINK® tape for Hybrid Recording™ automatic master creation. interface. · HDD Smart Protection is composed of 3G sensors, This compact drive offers videographers the ability to record (detecting gravitational acceleration in three dimensions, onto both tape and the hard disk drive simultaneously - an retracting record heads when falling), shock absorbers and ideal hybrid recording solution providing approximately 4.5 buffer memory. hours of continuous HDV, DVCAM, or DV stream recording. · Video mode (AV/C) for recording video from HDV and Utilizing a 14 second cache recording function, the HVR- DVCAM/DV camcorders DR60 can help prevent the loss of important scenes or events that occur 14 seconds before the camera’s REC · Computer mode (SBP2) for fast transfer of files when start button is pressed - a true life saver in stake-out and connected to a PC surveillance applications. · Use with the HVR-V1U camcorder for tapeless recording & The long operating hours are offered using the same easy status check on camcorder’s LCD screen camcorder infoLITHIUM L Series Sony batteries HDV operators already have at hand. With the smallest capacity · Three recording modes: NP-F570 battery, the HVR-DR60 can run continuously up to 1-Synchro (external record control, such as the HVRV1 or 5.5 hours (330 min), and with the largest capacity NP-F970, Z1 cameras, trigger) this increases up to 18 hours (1080 min). Weighing a mere 2- Follow ( the HVR-DR60 periodically checkswhether the 8 ounces (without battery), the HVR-DR60 adds little weight camcorder is in rec mode or not, and followsthis for the cameraman to bear. status- for camers without sync capability like the A1U) 3- Self (recording to started and stopped using DR60 Quick Review of Recordings buy using the control buttons control buttons). of the HVR-DR60, stored footage can be instantly accessed and previewed on the LCD monitor of the connected · 1 GB User Space can be used as file storage area for camcorder for a quick review of recordings. user files like camera profiles, text files, etc..

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HD-SDI Input select SDI I/O Output RS422 4 Channel Display functions Time Code ILINK/Firewire audio Connection level controls Standard and Mini Size Cassette Key Features of the HVR-1500A

The HVR 1500 is an HDV source feeder and DVCAM/DV feeder/ Front panel monitor allows operators to view the input source recorder inheriting the same design concepts of the very and check the playback. It can also display the 4-channel audio successful DSR-1500A. level meters and time code, as well as setup menus for video, audio, and VTR settings. 3 display modes include Full Screen Quick mechanical response with forward and rewind speeds video, Status screen and Small video within status. are an impressive +/- 85 times normal play speed. search*12 speeds are+/-8 and +/-24 times normal Built-in audio and video test signal generator: Color bars, Black burst, 1 kHz tone or silence. Create a pre-striped tape A robust set of professional video and audio interfaces prior to editin or output from the analog and digital interfaces to ranging from analog to digital. SD I/O-analog composite, adjust other equipment. component, S-video, SD-SDI and AES/EBU. HD I/O- i.LINK (HDV) and HD-SDI. Optional interface board: HVBK-1505 Analog Input Board enables analog SD component, composite, or S-video, as well RS-422A 9 pin control, the industry standard for professional as balanced audio via XLR connectors. Down-conversion editing, interface with other Sony VTRs, editing controllers such capability: Playback signal can be downconverted to 480i and as the Sony RM-280 Editing Controller and nonlinear editing output via i.LINK (DV) SD-SDI, and analog video interfaces. E-E systems. Also front-panel S-control port. down-conversion from i.LINK to SD-SDI, and analog video interfaces Down-converted display modes are selectable Digital Slow Motion and Jog Sound offers variable speed among Squeeze and Edge Crop 2.7 inch (viewable area playback within the range of -0.5 to +0.5 times normal. measured diagonally) LCD front panel · INCLUDED Employs tape head cleaner and high-grade sapphire cleaning Power Cord blade, protect drum heads. Operating manual Full tape dubbing: via i.LINK (HDV, DV) interface Assignable OPTIONAL Button. HVBK-1505 Analog Input Board Down coversion capability allows 1080i recordings to be output as 480i and 576i signals from the i.LINK® and SD-SDI DSRM10 Wired Control-S Remote Control Unit interfaces.

Switchable recording and playback in both 60i and 50i DV formats: 3 recording formats: HDV 1080i, DVCAM, DV (SP mode) 4 Playback Formats: HDV 1080i, DVCAM, DV (SP mode), DVCPRO. CONTACT STARIN - [email protected] or 219-929-4127 - WITH A TECHNICAL QUESTION ON HDV - Page 15 - Built-in 2.7" 16:9 High Sony HVR-M35U Up Close Resolution LCD monitor Monior video/audio out Composite S-Video Component out HD & SD SDI Out

Standard and Mini Size Cassette Audio level Time Code AES Audio RCA In LANC ILINK/Firewire Audio XLR Out Control S Key Features of the HVR-M35U

Multi-format Playback/Recording Capability When down-converting signals in Edge Crop mode, you The HVR-M35U supports HDV native progressive recording can use the Edge Crop Adjust function to adjust the modes and has a 60i/50i switchable function, so it can edge crop position. By displaying the edge crop marker playback/record: on the LCD monitor, operators can conveniently check •HDV1080i: 60i/50i/24p/30p/25p the edge crop position before outputting •DVCAM/DV: 60i/50i down-converted signals.

Four Channel Audio Data Playback The DUPLICATE PLUS function makes it easy to copy The HVR-M35U can play back the four-channel audio data video and audio from a VTR or camcorder onto the HVR- in HDV1080i format. It can also play back the four-channel M35U – along with the original time code. Operators simply audio data in DVCAM format. The four-channel audio data is connect the two i.LINK devices together via their i.LINK embedded in the i.LINK and HD/SD-SDI output, or is output interfaces and press the DUPLICATE PLUS and PLAY through the AES/EBU audio connectors. buttons on the front panel of the HVR-M35U. Copying will then begin. A built-in 2.7-inch type wide Clear Photo LCD plus™ screen and built-in monaural speaker allow quick and convenient checking of video and audio.

The HVR-M35U can convert content from HD down to SD, and output the SD video signal through its i.LINK, SD-SDI, analog component, S-video, and composite connectors. 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*16, and Edge Crop*16. *16 Letterbox output is not available from the i.LINK connector. INCLUDED Power Cord Operating manual OPTIONAL

DSRM10 Wired Control-S Remote Control Unit HVRM35U/RSDP2 2 Yr Depot Service

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Composite S-Video Component out

Standard and Mini Size Cassette Audio RCA I/0 HDMI LANC 1,3 & 2,4 Control S ILINK/Firewire Key Features of the HVR-M25AU

Multi-format Playback/Recording Capability The convenient auto repeat function enables the VTR to The HVR-M25AU supports HDV native progressive recording automatically rewind the tape to either the beginning of the modes and has a 60i/50i switchable function, so it can tape, the first complete blank portion, or an index point on playback/record: the tape, and start playback again. •HDV1080i: 60i/50i/24p/30p/25p •DVCAM/DV: 60i/50i The DUPLICATE PLUS function makes it easy to copy video and audio from a VTR or camcorder onto the HVR- A built-in 2.7-inch type wide Clear Photo LCD plus™ M35U – along with the original time code. Operators simply screen and built-in monaural speaker allow quick and connect the two i.LINK devices together via their i.LINK convenient checking of video and audio. interfaces and press the DUPLICATE PLUS and PLAY buttons on the front panel of the HVR-M35U. Copying will The HVR-M35U can convert content from HD down to SD, then begin. and output the SD video signal through its i.LINK, HDMI or . analog out. 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*16, and Edge Crop*16. *16 Letterbox output is not available from the i.LINK connector.

When down-converting signals in Edge Crop mode, you can use the Edge Crop Adjust function to adjust the edge crop position. By displaying the edge crop marker INCLUDED on the LCD monitor, operators can conveniently check Remote Commander the edge crop position before outputting Batteries down-converted signals. Power Cord Cleaning Cassette In the time code copy feature the HVR-M25AU records Operating manual signals from the i.LINK port, the time code that was OPTIONAL recorded on the original tape can be copied DSRM10 Wired Control-S Remote Control Unit HVRM25AU/RSDP2 2 Yr Depot Service

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Composite Component out S-Video

LANC Audio RCA I/0 Control S 1,3 & 2,4 ILINK/Firewire

The HDV HVR-M15AU, digital HD videocassette recorder, Color Bar/1KHz Audio Tone is the enhanced successor model to the HVR-M15U. This new VTR features HDV native progressive format capability, A signal generator for three types of color bars is activated providing a stunning 1080p image at 24, 25 or 30 frames from the set-up menu. In addition, the recorder is also per second. It is compatible with standard and mini cas- equipped with an audio signal generator of 1 kHz (60i: full bit settes, providing extended recording times up to 276 -20 dB, 50i: full bit -18 dB). These are useful when checking minutes. The HVR-M15AU is optimized for use with system conditions. 60/50Hz (NTSC/PAL) Switchable World- nonlinear editing systems due to its highly compact size wide compatibility. and ease of operation. Auto Repeat HDV/DVCAM/DV Compatible Allows for continous playback of HD material for POS The HVR-M15AU can switch between HDV 1080i, DVCAM applications. and DV recording and play back, providing full flexibility to record and play back either Standard or High Definition depending on production needs.

Dual-size Cassette Mechanism

This innovative feature allows six different types of cassette tapes to be used without the cumbersome process associ- ated with additional mechanical hardware. It allows for HDV long-time recording for up to 276 minutes with a PHDV- INCLUDED 276DM, Digital Master Tape. Remote Commander Down-conversion Capabilities Batteries Stand Power Cord Allows for the easy migration to HD, and the backward Cleaning Cassette compatibility to SD. HDV/DV IN TC Useful when dubbing Operating manual tapes or recording to tapes with material edited by nonlin- OPTIONAL ear editing systems.

DSRM10 Wired Control-S Remote Control Unit HVRM15AU/RSDP2 2 Yr Depot Service

CONTACT STARIN - [email protected] or 219-929-4127 - WITH A TECHNICAL QUESTION ON HDV - Page 18 - What is HDV 1080i? Sony developed the HDV2 format which features 1,080 effective scanning lines, using the inter- laced scanning system, and 1,440 horizontal pixels. By using industry standard MPEG-2 compression (MP@H-14 for video), High Definition image data is processed into an 8 bit, 4:2:0 data stream at a data rate of 25 Mb/s. The HDV standard uses MPEG-1 Audio Layer II as an audio compression format at a sample rate of 48kHz and 16 bit resolution. The other HDV standard, (HDV1) is 1280 x 720 at 30 progressive frames / sec, which sacrifices overall static resolution to increase dynamic resolution.

The data rate of HDV matches that of the Intraframe coded DV or DVCAM signal, so standard DV tape mechanisms and processing can be used. This is a prime factor in keeping the costs of HDV equipment extremely low, and provides the flexibility to operate in both Standard Definition and High Definition with the same transport. Selecting this data rate also allowes the complete compatibility of HDV equipment to existing DV equipment and workflows. In general, upgrades to existing PC based DV Non Linear Editing Systems, for instance, only require a simple software change to accommodate HDV, instead of expensive hardware upgrades.

Sony has long been the leader in 1080i production systems through their HDCAM and new HDCAM SR equipment. HDCAM has been used for feature film production and episodic TV programming for years, and is a world standard for high end production. Operating at a data rate of over 140 Mb/s, HDCAM certainly puts a lot more data on tape than HDV, but that doesn't mean that there is a huge difference in recorded image quality. HDV, at 25 Mb/s, uses an efficient interframe MPEG 2 coding process that preserves high image quality by reducing the redundant or unchanging image data from frame to frame.

While it seems that 25 Mb/s is a low rate for High Definition video, keep in mind that terrestrial DTV HD broadcast is running at a maximum of 19 Mb/s. Satellite and cable HD channels and the proposed HD-DVD standards all use data rates between 6 and 20 Mb/s. The old mindset that compression is always a bad thing, or that less compression always means higher quality simply isn't true.

MPEG is what is referred to as an asymmetrical compression system, which simply means that all of the expensive work of processing occurs on the encoder end of the system. MPEG decod- ers simply adhere to a standard and process what they are fed according to that standard. The encoding process can be fine tuned by the encoder manufacturer, and can take advantage of any science or art they can develop. Over the years, Sony has provided some of the most respected MPEG encoding systems ever built, simply because they have developed the art of image processing to a high degree. Sony's engineers are among the best in the world at keeping what's most important in any image, discarding what isn't and getting the highest possible quality out of whatever bit rate is available. The HVR series of HDV camcorders provide high-definition images that prove that everyday.

CONTACT STARIN - [email protected] or 219-929-4127 - WITH A TECHNICAL QUESTION ON HDV - Page 19 - Sony Vegas 8.0 Up Close Sony Vegas is the ideal, PC based non-linear editing system to add to any HDV camcorder: Vegas combines state-of-the-art DV and HDV video editing with leading edge audio production. Get Standard and High Definition DVD and Blu-ray Disc™ Authoring technology when combined with DVD Architect Pro 5. Vegas provides a complete, all-in-one media creation environment. DVD Architect™ software now features dual-layer authoring, burning and mastering to multiple formats. The Vegas+DVD Production Suite also includes: Boris® Grafitti™ Ltd, Boris FX Ltd for Vegas, and Magic Bullet™ Movie Looks™ HD50.

Unlimited tracks: Edit SD, DV, Change the speed Drop markers in real (velocity) of each clip HDV video, audio and more on Tape-style scrubbing unlimited tracks time independently

Easy to use Windows Mix SD and Based. HD on same Uses track common Windows® commands Customize 2D/ such as Cut, 3D transitions Copy, Paste, or create with and Delete script center

VST-plugin Parental Control support Burn to DVD-R DL so you can author much longer projects on these 5.1 surround double capacity discs. mixing Import, edit, and export high-quality 24-bit/192 kHz Easy drag- audio files and and-drop ACID loop files functionality

DVD Architect Multiple Vegas 6 Color Corrector Camera Angles Vegas 6 3D Track Motion

Vegas 6 Vegas 6 Scopes Surround Panner

CONTACT STARIN - [email protected] or 219-929-4127 - WITH A TECHNICAL QUESTION ON HDV - Page 20 - Audio Options for HDV Camcorders UWP-C Series Wireless Microphone Systems UWP-C series wireless microphone systems include a camera mountable diversity receiver, and a choice of trans- mitters. These systems are frequency-agile and provide high- end features, such as channel scan and tone squelch.

UWPV1/3032 Package UWPV2/3032 Package UWPV6/3032 Package UWPV1/4244 Package UWPV2/4244 Package UWPV6/4244 Package Package includes a lavalier Package includes a handheld Package includes a lavalier microphone, bodypack transmitter microphone and portable microphone, bodypack transmitter, and portable diversity tuner diversity tuner. plug-on transmitter and a portable tuner. NEW Digital Wireless DWR-S01D DWT-B01 Digital receiver Digital lavalier tranmitter, bodypack • Rear Mounting to Camcorders • Wide RF Carrier Frequency Range • Compact, Lightweight, and Rugged • Compact, Lightweight, and Rugged • Auto Channel Scanning • Switchable Mic or Line Input Level and Transmitter Setting Functions • Adjustable Attenuator • Selectable RF Output Power DWA-01D Camcorder Adapter • Camcorder Rear-mount • Stand-alone Operation • Unique Joint Mechanism • Wide Array of Interfaces

Shotgun Microphones

ECM-674 - Dual-power Electret Condenser Shotgun Microphone ECM-678 - Electret Condenser Good sensitivity, low self noise (19dB SPL) and Shotgun Microphone wide frequency response (60Hz - 18kHz) in a High performance super-cardioid microphone lower cost microphone. It will work with either excellent sensitivity (-28dB), very low self noise 48v phantom power or internal AA battery. (16dB SPL) and a very wide and flat frequency GET YOUR COPY OF THE STARIN response (40Hz - 20kHz). Requires 48v phantom PRO AUDIO GUIDE FOR MORE power. CONTACT STARIN - [email protected] or 219-929-4127 - WITH A TECHNICAL QUESTION ON HDV - Page 21 - Luma Monitors = HD accuracy

LMD1750WHD 17-inch WXGA High Grade LUMA Monitor LMD1750W w/ BKM-243HS HDSDI Board 17-inch WXGA High Grade LUMA Monitor

LMD2030W 20-inch WSXGA+ Entry Level HD Monitor with HDMI

LMD2050W 20-inch WSXGA+ High Grade LUMA Monitor LMD2050WHD 20-inch WSXGA+ High Grade LUMA Monitor with BKM-243HS

LMD2450W 24-inch WUXGA LMD2450WHD High Grade LUMA Monitor 24-inch WUXGA High Grade LUMA Monitor with BKM-243HS

LMD4250W 42-inch WUXGA High Grade LUMA Monitor

LMD4250WHD 42-inch WUXGA High Grade LUMA Monitor with BKM-234HS HD-SDI Board

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