The HVR-A1U 1080i HDV camcorder provides real 1080i HD acquisition, with superb image quality and comprehensive functionality for professional use, in a "handy" camcorder form factor. This new HDV camcorder will help to expand the adoption of HDV and lead the entry level HD market by providing a compact and low cost solution. The new HVR-A1U features a newly developed 1/3 inch C-MOS imager. This new 1920x1080 native imager is also capable of 3 mega-pixel still images. Combined with a high quality Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar® T* Lens and Sony's new 14 bit A/D and DXP digital Extended Processor, result in precise image acquisition with superb detail and clarity. The new HVR-A1U records this exceptional imagery using the recently adopted HDV 1080i format onto a DVCAM™ mini cassette.

Highlights:

• Sony's first C-MOS 1080i HDV/DVCAM/DV camcorder
• 60i/30frame/sec, 24 frame/sec with 2:3 pulldown switchable
• Built-in HD to SD downconversion
• CinemaTone gamma and CineFrame functions

• Switchable HDV/DVCAM/DV (SP) format recording
• High quality 10X Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens
• Resolution of 1440x1080 with pixel shift

Supplied Accessories

Model:	Description:	U.S. List Price:
	Remote Commander® Unit
	ECM-HV1 Directional microphone
	AC Adapter
	Component Video Cable
	USB cable
	NP-FM50 Info-Lithium® "M" Battery
	Lens Hood with Integral Lens Cap
	Shoulder Strap
	Memory Stick Duo 16MB and adapter
	A/V Cable
	XLR Audio adapter

Optional Accessories

Model:	Description:	U.S. List Price:
UWPV2/4244	Handheld Mic TX and Portable RX Wireless System	$727.00
RM1BP	Remote Commander	$257.50
UWPV1/4244	Lav Mic, Bodypack TX and Portable RX Wireless System	$727.00
VCTPG11RMB	Tripod with the RM-1BP LANC Remote Controller	$1,318.40
ACSQ950B	AC Adaptor/Twin Charger	$154.50
MDR7506	Professional Studio Headphones	$130.00
UWPV2/3032	Handheld Mic TX and Portable RX Wireless System	$727.00
VCTSP1BP	Monopod Camera Support System	$844.60
F112	Interview Microphone	$189.00
UWPV1/3032	Lav Mic, Bodypack TX and Portable RX Wireless System	$727.00
ECM673	Shotgun Microphone	$347.00
LCZA1TH	Hard Thermodyne Transit Case for HVR-A1U	$247.20
UWPV6/4244	Lav Mic, Bodypack TX, Plug-on TX and Portable RX Wireless System	$987.00
UWPV6/3032	Lav Mic, Bodypack TX, Plug-on TX and Portable RX Wireless System	$987.00
2NPQM91D/B	InfoLithium rechargeable Battery Pack (M series)	$309.00

Features	Benefits:
HDV 1080, 60i/30F/24F Recording and Playback capable
1/3" 3 Mega-pixel newly developed C-MOS Imager
High quality 10X Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* Lens
Stabilization system
Manual Focus Ring
Histogram
2.7" 16:9 Hybrid LCD Display with touch panel function
Simultaneous use of EVF and LCD display
Built-in Wide Range Stereo Microphone
Balanced Audio XLR input connectors (x2) w/selectable phantom power
User Assignable button
Expanded focus
Markers
Color Bars
Quick Rec Mode
Shot Transition
i.LINK® DV Interface (IEEE1394)
MPEG2 Real Time Encode System for real time processing of HD data
14 Bit DXP (Digital Extended Processor) combines 14 bit A/D converter with an advanced camera processing system
Switchable HDV/DVCAM/DV (SP) Format recording
Built-in HD to SD down conversion
Precision 16:9 SD DV recording
Expanded Focus Function for easy confirmation of focus setting during manual foucsing
EVF & LCD peaking indicator
Advanced Zebra Indicator
CineFrame™ and Cinematone™ functions for cinema like recordings (30F/24F)
Tele Macro function
Still image capture to Memory Stick Duo
Night Shot
Analog/Digital conversion with Pass-Through
LCD panel mounted ZOOM/REC controls
Battery Info function allows the battery's charge level and remaining run time to be checked with the camera's power turned off
Over 5 1/2 hours of operation on a single NP-QM91D battery using the LCD and EVF simultaneously

General Specifications	Detail:
Audio	DV/DVCAM Rec.: 48KHz/16 bit, 32 KHz 12 bit. HDV Rec.: MPEG-1 Audio Layer II
Connectors	S-Video A/V Component Output XLR IN (x2) i.Link LANC Headphone stereo mini
Exposure	Auto, Manual
Format	HDV/DVCAM/DV (SP) recording; HDV/DVCAM/DV (SP) playback
Image Device	1/3-inch type C-MOS
LCD Panel	Hybrid 16:9 2.7" type
Lens	High quality 10X Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens; 41-410mm focal length; filter diameter 37mm
Minimum Illumination	7 lux @ 18db, normal shutter
Picture Elements	Total pixels: approx. 2.97M pixels
Power Consumption	(VF/LCD/VF+LCD):5.8W/5.9W/6.4W
Provided Microphone	Wide Range Stereo Microphone
Recording Time	Max. 60 minutes with HDV, 40 minutes in DVCAM, & 60 minutes in DV (SP)
SD Video Signal System	NTSC
Scanning System	1080.60i
Speaker	Built-in dynamic
Sync System	Internal (HD & SD)
Viewfinder	Hybrid Precision 16:9 Color & B/W Selectable 252,000 pixel
Weight	1 lb, 10 oz.

15 Mb Memory Stick Duo
Memory Stick Duo Adapter
AC-L15A AC Adaptor
Power Cable
Lens Hood with Integral Lens Cover
Wireless Remote COntrol with Battery
A/V Breakout Cable
Component Breakout Cable
USB Cable
Shoulder Strap
XLR Microphone Adaptor
Short SHotgun Microphone with Windscreen
NP-FM50 Rechargable Battery Pack