The compact professional camcorders manufactured by Sony have introduced a new level of mobility for ENG and documentary-making worldwide with their superior quality and compact dimensions. These camcorders have dramatically revolutionized the traditional methods of capturing video footage. With the new Sony HVR-V1U camcorder, now you can enjoy the same mobility with the breathtaking beauty of HD picture quality. Have the freedom to create video material with much greater creativity and visual impact. The HVR-V1U will pave the way into a new world of HD video productions.

In collaboration with prominent movie and drama creators, Sony has carefully analyzed current and future needs for digital cinema productions. This has given birth to the innovative HVR-V1U, a result of this analysis combined with more than a decade of Sony expertise in developing high-end digital cinema gear. In addition to typical 60i, the HVR-V1U offers 24p/30p progressive scan capture, enabling cinema and drama productions in its compact yet high performance unit. The camcorder also adopts the world's first 2-3 pull-down HDV recording system for storage of the 24p scanned images, keeping your existing HDV1080/60i HDV gear in action. Playback your 24p/30p scan footage using Sony HDV equipment you already have at hand, or feed it to a compatible Non-Linear Editing (NLE) system without changing your HDV deck or monitors - it’s as simple as that.

The Sony HVR-V1U is an HDV camcorder designed specifically to incorporate many of the features only afforded previously to Sony's high-end digital cinema cameras. The V1U utilizes a sophisticated pulldown system, giving shooters 24p capability for creating film-like video.

With 24p, users can mimic the shutter of film which is often sought after for commercials and dramatic productions. Equally important, Sony's 2:3 pulldown technique records into standard 60i streams, so no additional gear is required. All your existing Sony HDV equipment will play 24p without a hitch! It couldn't be easier.

Key Features

The HDV format, used in the HVR-V1U allows high definition recording on standard MiniDV tapes. This is accomplished by using the very popular MPEG-2 compression technique used in many applications, including DVDs and satellite television.

24p Capability

In 24p mode, images from the CMOS can be 2:3 pulldown-converted and recorded onto tape in the standard 60i HDV format. The tape can then be played back or edited using an ordinary HDV system. True 24p editing can be achieved by uploading 2:3 pulldown-converted images via an i.LINK FireWire interface to a compatible non-linear editing system. The resultant images resemble the visual motion of film!

ClearVID 3CMOS Technology

Sony's ClearVID sensors are positioned at a 45° angle. Since each pixel is positioned at this angle the result is far clearer diagonal lines. Images will appear crisper, without the apparent "jaggies" that often plague video signals.

HDMI Output

Many consumer products are adopting High Definition Media Interface (HDMI) connections for transmitting uncompressed digital HD video signals. Sony has upped the ante by incorporating this into the already extensive array of video output choices on the HVR-V1U. Connect the camera to any HDTV via this interface and view all your footage the way it was meant to be seen: purely digital!

Specifications

Signal System	HDV: 1080/60i DVCAM/DV: 480/60i (NTSC)
Image Device	1/4" 3CMOS ClearVid Sensor
Lens	Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Zoom Lens, 20x (Optical),
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Horizontal Resolution	1080 Lines
Sensitivity	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Minimum Illumination	4 Lux f1.6 at 18 dB
Vertical Smear	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Built-in Filters	1/4 ND, 1/16 ND
LCD Monitor	Clear Photo LCD Plus, 3.5", 16:9 Aspect Ratio
Viewfinder	0.44", 252,000 Pixels, 16:9 Aspect Ratio
Scan Matching	Yes
Memory Card Slot	No
Shutter Speed Range	60i: 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/90, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/725, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/6000, 1/10000 24p: 1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/24, 1/40, 1/48, 1/50, 1/60, 1/96, 1/100, 1/120, 1/144, 1/192, 1/200, 1/288, 1/400, 1/576, 1/1200, 1/2400, 1/4800, 1/10000 sec
Gain Selection	0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 dB
VTR
Tape Format	DVCAM Small Cassette HDV Record and Play DVCAM Record and Play DV Record and Play
Tape Speed	HDV: 18.8 mm/s DVCAM: 28.2 mm/s DV SP Mode: 18.8 mm/s
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Maximum Recording Time	HDV: 63 min (with PHDVM-63DM Cassette) DVCAM: 41 min (with PHDVM-63DM Cassette) DV: 63 min (with PHDVM-63DM Cassette)
Audio
Audio Dynamic Range	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Audio Signal Format	HDV MPEG1 Audio Layer II DVCAM/DV 16-bit/48kHz 2 Channel Mode 12-bit/32kHz 4 Channel Mode
Audio Frequency Response	20Hz to 20kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio	Not Specified by Manufacturer
General
Input and Output Connectors	Composite Video: RCA (x1 Output, A/V Out 10-pin Connector Jack) Component Video (x1 Output) HDV/DV I/O: i.LINK FireWire Interface Audio: XLR 3-Pin (x1 Input) Headphones: Stereo Mini Jack LANC: Stereo Mini-mini (2.5mm) Jack USB: Mini-B Connector HDMI Output: HDMI Connector
Power Requirements	7.2 VDC
Power Consumption	HDV: 6.8W DVCAM/DV: 6.6W
Operating Temperature	32-104°F (0-40°C)
Dimensions (WxHxD)	Not Specified By Manufacturer
Weight	3.4 lb (1.5 kg)

Item Includes

• HVRV1U HDV Camcorder
• AC-L15 AC Adapter • Power Cord
• NP-F570 Info-Lithium Rechargeable Battery Pack
• A/V Connecting Cable • Component Connecting Video Cable
• USB Cable, Lens Hood With Lens Cover
• Large Eyecup
• RMT-831 Wireless Remote Commander
• ECM-NV1 Monaural Electret Condenser Microphone
• Operating Instructions (CD-ROM and Printed)
• Manufacture One-Year Parts and Labor Warranty, 90-Day Parts and Labor Warranty on Drum Assembly