CCD Image Sensor
Tools
These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure.
Background
The Sony Handycam DCR-HC30 was released in 2004, weighs approximately 13 oz., and comes with many features: The professional quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens, USB streaming ability, and a touch panel LCD screen. There is also a digital still memory mode that lets you capture still images and an Easy Handycam button that allows the novice to learn to properly use the camera.
Identification
There are several Sony Handycam models that have a similar appearance, but the DCR-HC30 can be recognized by the Carl Zeiss Cario-Tessar lens that was exclusive to this model within the DCR line.
Specifications
Imaging Device: 1/6" 680K Pixel Advanced HAD™ CCD
Video Actual: 340K Pixels
Still Actual: 340K Pixels
F: 1.7 – 2.3
Focal Distance: 2.3 – 23mm
35mm Conversion:
43 – 430mm (Camera mode)
43 – 430mm (Memory mode)
Filter Diameter: 25mm
Optical Zoom: 10X
Digital Zoom: 120X
Focusing: Full Range Auto/Manual (Touch Panel)
Minimum Illumination: 5 lux (0 lux with Super NightShot Plus Infrared System)
NightShot Infrared System: Super NightShot Plus
Shutter Speed: 1/4 – 1/4000 (AE Mode)
Viewfinder: Color, 123K Pixels
LCD: 2.5" (123K) Hybrid Color Touch Panel
Accessory Shoe: Yes
Video Input/Output: Yes/Yes (Multi A/V, Special)
Audio Input/Output: Yes/Yes (Stereo, Special)
i.LINK® DV Interface (IEEE1394): Yes
USB: Yes
Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media Compatibility:
Tested to support up to 512MB
media capacity; does not support high speed transfer
function; does not support Access Control security function
USB Streaming: Yes
LANC (Accessory) Terminal: Yes (Stereo, Mini)
Headphone Jack: N/A
Mic. Input: Yes (Stereo)
White Balance: Auto/Outdoor/Indoor/One Push
Exposure: Manual, Touch Panel (24 Steps)
Power Consumption (VF/LCD/VF+LCD): 2.3W/2.6W/2.7W
Software OS Compatibility:
Microsoft® Windows® 98SE, Me, 2000 Professional,
XP Home and Pro
Macintosh® OS X (10.1.5 or later)**
Dimensions (WHD):
2" x 3 1
⁄2" x 4 1
⁄2" (50 x 86 x 112mm)
Weight: 13 oz (380g) without Tape and Battery
Supplied Accessories:
AC-L25 Power Adapter/In Camera Charger, NP-FP50
InfoLithium® Rechargeable Battery, RMT-831 Wireless
Remote Commander® Remote Control, USB Cable,
MSG-M8A Memory Stick Duo™ Media, MSAC-M2 Memory
Stick Duo Adapter, CR2025 Battery, Multi A/V Cable, LCD
Cleaning Cloth, CD-ROM w/USB Driver (Picture Package™
Software v.1.0 for Sony)