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Sony HXR-MC2000E - User Manual

Sony HXR-MC2000E
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HXR-MC2000E/MC1500P
4-263-139-12(1)
2010 Sony Corporation
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Operating Guide
Digital HD Video
Camera Recorder

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Sony HXR-MC2000E Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor typeCMOS
Total megapixels- MP
Optical sensor size1/4 \
Optical sensor resolution2650000 pixels
Filter size37 mm
Optical zoom12 x
Image stabilizerYes
Focal length range2.9 - 34.8 mm
Interchangeable lens-
Maximum aperture number3.4
Minimum aperture number1.8
Memory slots1
Camcorder media typeMemory card, NAND
Disc types supportedNo
Compatible memory cardsMS PRO Duo Mark 2, MS Pro-HG Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo HX, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Maximum memory card size32 GB
Internal storage capacity64 GB
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Camera shutter speed1/6 - 1/10000 s
Display diagonal2.7 \
Display resolution960 x 240 pixels
Display resolution (numeric)230400 pixels
Camcorder typeShoulder camcorder
Minimum illumination3 lx
Supported aspect ratios16:9
Viewfinder resolution201600 pixels
Viewfinder screen size0.2 \
Product colorBlack
Capture modesFH, HQ, LP
Video resolutions720 x 576, 1440 x 1080, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Maximum frame rate200 fps
Video formats supportedAVCHD, H.264, MPEG2, MPEG4
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Analog signal format systemNTSC, PAL, SECAM
Bitrate at maximum video resolution24 Mbit/s
Maximum image resolution- pixels
Audio systemDolby Digital 2.0
PCM digital audio16-bit/48 kHz
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity0
Battery typeNP-F570
Battery voltage7.2 V
Battery capacity- mAh
Battery life (max)- h
Battery technologyLithium
Video recording time4.6 h
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth464 mm
Width255 mm
Height234 mm
Weight2900 g

Summary

Read this first

Supplied items

Lists all items included with the camcorder for initial setup.

Using the camcorder

Provides basic handling instructions and important precautions.

Notes on playing back

Details compatibility and playback limitations for recorded media.

Notes on use

Lists critical precautions to prevent damage or malfunction.

Getting started

Step 1: Attaching the supplied microphone, eyecup and the lens hood

Instructions for attaching microphone, eyecup, and lens hood.

Step 2: Charging the battery pack

Procedure for charging the InfoLITHIUM battery pack.

Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time

Procedure for powering on the camcorder and setting the date and time.

Step 4: Making setting adjustments before recording

Adjustments for LCD panel and viewfinder positioning.

Step 5: Preparing the recording media

How to select recording media for movies and photos.

Inserting a memory card

Details types of memory cards and their compatibility.

Recording;Playback

Recording

Basic information on recording movies and photos on internal memory.

Recording movies

Step-by-step guide for recording movie footage.

Shooting photos

Step-by-step guide for capturing still photos.

Useful functions for recording movies and photos

Explains zooming and Intelligent Auto feature.

Selecting high definition image quality (HD) or standard image quality (STD)

How to switch between HD and STD image quality settings.

Selecting the recording mode

How to choose different recording modes for HD and STD quality.

Prioritizing the subject

Setting priority for face detection and Smile Shutter.

Capturing smiles automatically (Smile Shutter)

Details how the Smile Shutter function automatically captures smiles.

Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec)

Instructions for taking photos while recording movies.

Controlling the image settings manually with the RING

How to assign and use menu items with the RING control.

Playback on the camcorder

Basic steps to play back recorded movies and photos.

Playing movies

Detailed controls and functions for movie playback.

Useful functions for playing movies and photos

Searching images by date, scene, or face.

Playing images on a TV

Connecting the camcorder to a TV for playback.

Making good use of your camcorder

Deleting movies and photos

How to delete recorded movies and photos to free up media space.

Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect)

How to protect files from accidental deletion.

Dividing a movie

How to split a movie into multiple clips.

Capturing a photo from a movie

How to save a still image from a movie.

Dubbing;copying movies and photos from the internal memory to memory card

How to copy movies and photos from internal memory to a memory card.

Using the Playlist of movies

Creating and managing playlists of selected movies.

Saving movies and photos with a computer

Preparing a computer (Windows)

Overview of operations using PMB software and system requirements.

Step 2 Installing the supplied software “PMB”

Step-by-step guide to install the PMB software on a computer.

Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser)

How to launch the PMB software application.

Selecting the method for creating a disc (computer)

Choosing methods to create discs based on player type.

Creating a disc with one touch (One Touch Disc Burn)

How to use the One Touch Disc Burn function for saving media to discs.

Importing movies and photos to a computer

Steps to import media from camcorder to PC using PMB.

Creating an AVCHD disc

Procedure for creating an AVCHD disc from imported movies.

Creating a Blu-ray Disc

Instructions for creating a Blu-ray Disc.

Saving images with an external device

Saving images in external media (DIRECT COPY)

Saving images to external media like USB drives.

To play back images in the external media on the camcorder

Playing back images from external media on the camcorder.

Creating a disc with a DVD writer, recorder

Overview of methods for creating discs with external writers.

Customizing your camcorder

Using menus

Overview of camcorder menu operations and categories.

MANUAL SETTINGS

Adjusting settings for different scene conditions.

SHOOTING SET

Settings for customized shooting.

PHOTO SETTINGS

Settings related to photo recording.

PLAYBACK

Settings and information displayed during playback.

EDIT

List of editing functions available on the camcorder.

OTHERS

Other settings like USB connection and battery info.

MANAGE MEDIA

Managing recording media and format options.

GENERAL SET

General settings for sound, display, and output.

Additional information

Troubleshooting

General troubleshooting steps and common issues.

Overall operations

Troubleshooting power issues, battery, and LCD/viewfinder problems.

Memory card

Troubleshooting memory card operations, recording, and playback.

Recording

Troubleshooting recording, focus, and camera shake issues.

Playback

Troubleshooting issues with image playback and sound.

Self-diagnosis display;Warning indicators

Explains error codes, warning indicators, and their meanings.

Recording time of movies;number of recordable photos

Expected recording and playback times with different batteries and media.

Expected number of recordable photos

Number of photos that can be recorded on internal memory and memory cards.

Using your camcorder abroad

Information on power supply and TV color system compatibility.

Setting to the local time

How to set the camcorder's clock to local time.

Maintenance and precautions

About the AVCHD format

Explanation of the AVCHD format and its features.

About the memory card

Memory card compatibility, handling, and data precautions.

About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack

Information about InfoLITHIUM battery packs, charging, and usage.

About handling of your camcorder

General usage and care instructions for the camcorder body.

On adjustment of the touch panel (CALIBRATION)

Calibrating the touch panel for better responsiveness.

Specifications

System

System information including signal format and recording formats.

Viewfinder

Specifications for the electronic viewfinder.

Image device

Details about the CMOS sensor and recording pixels.

Lens

Specifications for the camcorder lens.

Input;Output connectors

Details on various input and output jacks on the camcorder.

General

Power requirements, consumption, and operating temperatures.

On trademarks

On trademarks

List of trademarks and logos used in the manual.

Notes on the License

Licensing information for software used in the product.

On GNU GPL;LGPL applied software

Information on open-source software licenses.

Quick reference

Screen indicators

Explains various indicators displayed on the camcorder screen.

Parts and controls

Parts and controls

Identification and reference page for camcorder parts and controls.

Index

Index

Alphabetical index of topics and their page numbers.

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