Maintenance and precautions
About the AVCHD format
What is the AVCHD format?
The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition (HD) signal of either the 1080i specification*1 or the
720p specification*2 using efficient data compression coding technology. The
The
Recording and playback on your camcorder
Based on the AVCHD format, your camcorder records with the high definition image quality (HD) mentioned below.
In addition to high definition image quality (HD), your camcorder is capable of recording a standard definition (SD) signal in the conventional
Video signal*3:
1080/50i, 1440 1080/50i Audio signal: Dolby Digital 2ch Recording media: Internal memory, “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
*1 1080i specification
A high definition specification which utilizes
1,080 effective scanning lines and the interlace system.
*2 720p specification
A high definition specification which utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive system.
*3 Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camcorder.
About GPS
The GPS (Global Positioning System) is a system that calculates geographical location from highly accurate US space satellites. This system allows you to pinpoint your exact location on the earth. The GPS satellites are located in 6 orbits, 20,000 km above the earth. The GPS system consists of 24 or more GPS satellites. A GPS receiver receives radio signals from the satellites, and calculates the current location of the receiver based on the orbital information (almanac data) and travel time of the signals, etc.
Determining a location is called “triangulating.” A GPS receiver can determine the location’s latitude and longitude by receiving signals from 3 or more satellites.
As the positions of GPS satellites vary constantly, it may take longer to determine the location or the receiver may not be able to determine the location at all, depending on the location and time you use the camcorder.
“GPS” is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPS satellites. Avoid using the camcorder in places where radio signals are blocked or reflected, such as a shadowy place surrounded by buildings or trees, etc. Use the camcorder in open sky environments.
You may not be able to record location information at locations or in situations where radio signals from the GPS satellites do not reach the camcorder as follows.
In tunnels, indoors or under the shade of
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