Sony hvr-z7e.z7 Read this first, bNotes, Digital, Notes on use, The HDV format, Types of cassette you can use in your camcorder

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Before operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

Notes on useTypes of cassette you can use in your camcorderYour camcorder is capable of recording in HDV, DVCAM and DV formats.

When recording in HDV/DV format, Sony recommends that you use mini DV cassettes.

When recording in DVCAM format, Sony recommends that you use mini DVCAM cassettes. Your camcorder does not support the Cassette Memory function (p. 116).

The HDV format

•Digital high-definition (HD) video signals are recorded and played back on a DV format cassette.

•HDV signals are compressed in MPEG2 format, which is adopted in BS (broadcast satellite) digital and terrestrial digital HDTV broadcastings and in Blu-ray disc recorders.

Types of “Memory Stick” you can use in your camcorderYou can use any “Memory Stick” that has the following markings.

“Memory Stick Duo”

(This size can be used with your camcorder.)

“Memory Stick”

(You cannot use it in your camcorder.)

bNotes•You cannot use any type of memory card except “Memory Stick Duo.”

•“Memory Stick PRO Duo” can be used only with “Memory Stick PRO” compatible equipment.

•Do not attach a label or the like on a “Memory Stick Duo” or a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.

•When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with “Memory Stick” compatible equipment, insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.

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