Sony HANDYCAM HDR-FX1000E - Manual (Page 6)

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Table of Contents
Read this first ........................................................................................... 2
Trying out the new HDV format! ............................................................... 9
Features of this camcorder .................................................................... 10
Handy Functions for Recording ............................................................. 11
Viewing video recorded in the HDV format! ........................................... 12
Step 1: Checking supplied items ............................................................ 13
Step 2: Attaching the lens hood with lens cover .................................... 14
Step 3: Charging the battery pack ......................................................... 15
Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly ..... 18
Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder .................................... 19
Step 6: Setting the date and time ........................................................... 21
Changing the language setting........................................................... 22
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” .................................. 23
Recording ............................................................................................... 25
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings ............................ 28
Adjusting the zoom.............................................................................. 28
Adjusting the focus manually .............................................................. 29
Adjusting the image brightness .......................................................... 30
Adjusting to Natural Color (White balance)......................................... 33
Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile) ................................. 34
Adjusting the volume........................................................................... 39
Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons ..................................... 41
Recording an index signal .................................................................. 42
Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review).............. 42
Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording
(End search)........................................................................................ 42
Using the Shot transition .................................................................... 43
Playback ................................................................................................ 46
Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder ............................... 49
Changing the screen........................................................................... 49
Displaying recording data (Data code)............................................... 49
Enjoying pictures with high definition quality
Getting Started
Recording/Playback