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HDV Portable Video Recorder

Model number:

GV-HD700/1

Experience high-definition video to go. The HDV™ Portable Video Recorder features a high-resolution 6.9” LCD for viewing and editing your footage.

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Edit, review and record your video footage with this innovative, compact and portable device. The HDV™ Portable Video Recorder boasts x.v.Color technology, capable of reproducing nearly twice the viewable colors as before. Your images will appear sharp and detailed from multiple angles while you edit with assignable buttons for the most commonly used functions. Crystal clear stills and slow-motion playback can be paused and zoomed in upon, then edited and cropped on the fly. Compatible with long-lasting L and M Series rechargeable InfoLITHIUM batteries, the GV-HD700/1 will conveniently display remaining battery time with the exclusive AccuPower™ meter.

HD/SD Capable

Capable of playing back High Definition Video (HDV) and Standard Definition Video recorded on MiniDV cassette.

LCD Profile Control

Customize upto 6 different LCD sreen profiles (personal settings); choose from Brightness, Color Depth, Contrast, Sharpness and Color Phase.

i.LINK®2DV Interface (IEEE1394)

A high speed bi-directional digital video/audio communication between two devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface, including camcorders, digital VCRs, and PCs.

SP and LP Record/Playback

Standard Play offers up to 60 minutes of digital recording, or Long Play for up to 90 minutes, on one MiniDV cassette.

x.v.Color™ Technology

The GV-HD700 is capable of passing the x.v.Color™ signal recorded by your 2007 Sony® HD Camcorders to your compatible HDTV. With the ability to reproduce nearly twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors than currently possible.

Assignable Buttons

Three buttons on the exterieor ofthe Video Walkman are user-assignable so that they can be set to the options most commonly utilized which make it easier to control your playback options and settings.

12-Bit/16-Bit PCM Digital Stereo

16-bit recording offers the same, outstanding sound quality as Compact Disc. 12-bit recording enables you to add an additional audio track with compatible audio dubbing equipment or i.LINK compatible computers.

Crystal Clear Still/Slow Motion Playback

Digital video provides noise free playback in slow motion and in the pause mode for detailed playback. Available in Standard Definition only.

6.9" Wide5 (16:9) LCD Display (1152K Pixels)

Provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The 1152k pixel LCD rotates for multiple viewing angles providing sharp detailed images for monitoring or playback.

L and M Series InfoLITHIUM® Battery Compatibility

Compatible with both L and M series InfoLITHIUM batteries. You can now charge the battery at anytime because unlike NiCad (Cickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subject to a life shortening "memory effect". Sony's exclusive AccuPower™ meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, on the LCD screen.

Memory Stick Duo™ Media Slot1

Capture digital still images up to 1440 x 810 resolution from video-tapes, analog inputs or digital video i.LINK®2 input, directly onto Memory Stick media (sold separately). The images can be easily transferred to PCs for emailing3, printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices (sold separately).

Playback Zoom

Manipulates the picture inside the Video Walkman VCR. While playing back your images on the Video Walkman VCR, it allows you to edit your images by zooming in (up to 2 times) and cropping your picture (up, down, left, right). You can save the new image as a separate file. Resize lets you save a copy of an image to a smaller or larger file size.

Product Specifications

Convenience

  • Low Light Capability : N/A
  • Movie Mode(s) : N/A
  • Picture Effect(s) : N/A
  • Removable Flash Media Compatibility : Tested to support up to 8GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control function.
  • Still Image Mode(s) : JPEG
  • USB Streaming : N/A
  • White Balance : N/A

Exposure System

  • Minimum Illumination : N/A

Inputs and Outputs

  • Analog Audio/Video Input(s) : Composite - In Only
  • Analog Audio/Video Output(s) : Multi A/V (SD), Component (HD)
  • Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s) : N/A
  • Digital Audio/Video Input(s) : Yes (via i.LINK)2
  • Digital Audio/Video Output(s) : Yes (via i.LINK)2
  • HDMI® Connection Output(s) : Yes
  • Headphone Output : Yes (Stereo Mini)
  • LANC Terminal : N/A
  • Microphone Input : N/A
  • Remote Jack : N/A
  • S-Video Input(s) : Yes; Composite
  • S-Video Output(s) : Yes; Multi A/V
  • USB Port(s) : Yes
  • i.LINK® Interface : Yes2

Optics/Lens

  • Digital Zoom : N/A
  • Lens Type : N/A
  • Optical Zoom : N/A
  • Resolution : N/A

Service and Warranty Information

  • Limited Warranty Term : 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 8" x 2 1/2" x 6 3/8" (201 x 63 x 162mm)
  • Weight (Approx.) : 2 lbs 13 oz (1.3kg) with optional tape and supplied battery

Advanced Features

  • Image Stabilization : N/A

Convenience Features

  • Multiple Language Display : Yes
  • Remote Control : Remote Commander® (RMT-844)
  • Tilting : N/A

General

  • Imaging Device : N/A
  • Recording Media : MiniDV Cassette (sold separately)
  • Recording and Playback Times : SP: 60 minutes, LP: 90 minutes (using DVM60 cassette available in Standard Definition only)
  • Still Actual : Up to 1440 x 800

Interface

  • Accessory Shoe : N/A
  • PictBridge Compatible : Yes

Power

  • Battery Type : InfoLITHIUM® Battery NP-F570
  • Power Consumption : "High Definition: Record - 6.1/3.6W (LCD on/off); Playback - 6.5W/4.0W (LCD on/off) Standard Definition: Record - 6.1/3.6W (LCD on/off); Playback - 6.3W/3.8W (LCD on/off)"
  • Power Requirements : 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)

Software

  • Operating System Compatibility : Microsoft® Windows® 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, XP; Macintosh® 8.5.1, 8.6, 9.0, 9.1, 10.0, 10.13
  • Supplied Software : N/A

Audio

  • Channel Selection : N/A
  • Microphone : N/A
  • Recording Format : Rotary Heads, 12 and 16 bit PCM System
  • Sampling Frequency : N/A

Display

  • Viewfinder : N/A

Hardware

  • Docking Station : N/A

LCD Display

  • LCD Type : 7" (1152k Pixels)5

Recording

  • Video Actual (Pixel) : High Definition: 1080i and 720p compatible Standard Definition: up to 530 lines

Video

  • Video Recording System : 2 Rotary Heads, Helical Scanning System
  • Video Signal : NTSC Standard

In the Box

  • Remote Commander® (RMT-844)
  • USB Cable
  • Power Adapter (AC-L100)
  • Component Video Cable
  • InfoLITHIUM® Rechargeable Battery (NP-F570)
  • AV Cables

Product Profile

Support

Product Warranty

  • InfoLithium L Series Battery

    InfoLithium L Series Battery

    $169.99

  • InfoLithium M Series Battery Pack

    InfoLithium M Series Battery Pack

    $149.99

  • Mini Plug to USB Cable

    Mini Plug to USB Cable

    $19.99

  • Handycam Audio Video Cable

    Handycam Audio Video Cable

    $19.99

  • Portable Handycam AC Adaptor

    Portable Handycam AC Adaptor

    $49.99

VIEW FOOTNOTES


1. Available storage capacity of Memory Stick® and Memory Stick Pro media may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions. Actual available memory in MBs is: 16=15, 32=30, 64=61, 128=123, 266=220, 512=460, 1GB=940MB, 2GB=1.85GB, 4GB=3.66GB, 8GB=–––.

2. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony, used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connector. All products with an IEEE1394 connector may not communicate with each other.

3. Internet connection required

4. Battery life may vary depending upon usage patterns.

5. Viewable area measured diagonally.

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Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, AccuPower, Handycam, i.LINK, InfoLITHIUM, like.no.other, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, Remote Commander, Video Walkman, and Worry Free are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.

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