Sony Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HVR-Z1U/Z1N Operating Instructions

Troubleshooting
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Warning indicators and messages
Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators
If indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following. See the page in 
parentheses for details.
* You hear a melody or beep sound when the warning indicators appear on the screen.
IndicationCause and/or Corrective Actions
C:ss:ss/E:ss:ss (Self-
diagnosis display)Some symptoms can be fixed by yourself. If the problem persists even after 
you tried a couple of times,...

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Warning messages
If messages appear on the screen, check the following. See the page in parentheses for details.
SubjectsIndicationsCorrective Actions/
References
BatteryUse the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.cSee page 117.
Battery level is low.cCharge the battery (p. 11).
Old battery. Use a new one.cSee page 118.
Z Re-attach the power source. –
Moisture 
condensation% Z Moisture condensation. Eject the cassette.cSee page 120.
% Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H.cSee page 120....

Additional Information
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Additional Information
Using your camcorder 
abroad
Power supply
You can use your camcorder in any country/
regions using the AC Adaptor/charger 
supplied with your camcorder within AC 
100V to 240V, 50/60Hz.
Use a commercially available AC plug 
adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the 
design of the wall outlet [b].
On TV color systems   
Your camcorder is an NTSC system-based 
camcorder. If you want to view the playback 
picture recorded in the DV...

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HDV format and 
recording/playback
Your camcorder is capable of recording in the 
HDV, DVCAM, and DV formats. 
It is recommended to use a cassette with the 
 mark to record in the 
HDV/DV format.
It is recommended to use a cassette with the 
 mark to record in the DVCAM 
format.
What is the HDV ( ) format?
The HDV format is a video format developed to 
record and play back digital high definition 
(HD) video signals on a DV cassette.
Your camcorder adopts the Interlace mode with...

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When labeling the cassette
Be sure to place the label only on the locations 
as shown in the following illustration so as not 
to cause malfunction of your camcorder.
After using the cassette
Rewind the tape to the beginning to avoid 
distortion of the picture or the sound. The 
cassette should then be put in its case, and stored 
in an upright position.
When cleaning the gold-plated 
connector
Generally, clean the gold-plated connector on a 
cassette with...

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Compatibility of the 
DVCAM and DV 
formats
The DVCAM format was developed as a 
more reliable and higher-end format than the 
consumer DV format. Explained here are the 
differences, compatibility, and limitations on 
editing for the DVCAM and DV formats.
Differences between the DVCAM and DV 
formats
* There are 2 modes for audio recording, lock mode 
and unlock mode. In lock mode, the sampling 
frequencies of audio and video are synchronized. In 
unlock mode, which the...

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1)When using mini DVCAM video equipment to 
perform DV dubbing of a tape recorded in DV 
format, the tape produced will be in the DVCAM 
format which the time code format will be partly 
misadjusted. (There will be no effect on the recorded 
picture except in certain cases.)
2)If the tape that is to be dubbed is in the DVCAM 
format as in 1), the tape produced will be in the 
DVCAM format and the time code format will be 
partly misadjusted.
3)Some mini DV...

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– Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-F770/
F970 (optional).
 Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent 
playback, fast forward or rewind operation 
wears out the battery pack faster. We 
recommend using a large capacity battery 
pack: NP-F770/F970 (optional).
 Be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF 
when not recording or playing back on your 
camcorder. The battery pack is also consumed 
when your camcorder is in recording standby 
or playback pause.
 Have spare battery...

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About i.LINK
The i.LINK Interface on this unit is an i.LINK-
compliant Interface. This section describes the 
i.LINK standard and its features.
What is i.LINK?
i.LINK is a digital serial interface for 
transferring digital video, digital audio, and 
other data to other i.LINK-compatible device. 
You can also control other device using the 
i.LINK.
i.LINK-compatible device can be connected 
using an i.LINK cable. Possible applications are 
operations and...

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Maintenance and 
precautions
On use and care
 Do not use or store the camcorder and 
accessories in the following locations.
– Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never 
leave them exposed to temperatures above 
60°C (140°F), such as under direct sunlight, 
near heaters or in a car parked in the sun. 
They may malfunction or become 
deformed.
– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical 
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
– Near strong radio waves or radiation. The 
camcorder...