F E A T U R E Sä S T E P - U P F E AT U R E1/6" Advanced HAD CCD Imager, 680KPixels Gross1/6" Advanced HAD (Hole AccumulationDiode) CCD with 340K (effective) pixels providesstunning detail and clarity, w ith exceptionalvideo (up to 500 lines of horizontalresolution) and still image performance.Realize great looking digital still images utilizing340K (effective) pixels.MiniDV RecordingOffers up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution,3X color bandwidth (vs. VHS) and significantlyhigher S/N ratio, to provide stunning videoperformance.10X Optical /120X Digital ZoomThe optical zoom helps to bring the action upclose from far away. In addition, the digitalzoom interpolation means that extreme digitalzooming is clearer, with less distortion thanprevious types of digital zooms.2.5" Hybrid SwivelScreen Touch PanelLCD Display (123K Pixels)Provides excellent viewing claritywith improved resolution. The123K pixel LCD display makesimages sharp and detailed during playback orwhen monitoring recording. The HybridReflective-Transmissive LCD Screen providesaccurate viewing in sunlight or bright light,virtually eliminating the wash-out commonwith traditional LCD Screens.äDigital Still Memory Mode with MemoryStick Duo MediaCapture digital still images at 640 x 480 resolution, directly ontoMemory Stick Duo Media for easytransfer to PCs for emailing, printing, orsharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices.Picture Package SoftwareEasily create fun music videos with thesupplied software.Professional Quality Carl Zeiss®Vario-Tessar® LensCarl Zeiss lenses have an advancedoptical multi-layer coating offeringless glare and flare with increasedcontrast. This results in vivid image brilliance,true-to-life color saturation and perfectrenditions of subtle tones.Stamina® Battery Power ManagementSystem 7.5 Hours (Using Optional NP-FP90)The Sony DCR-HC30 can continuouslyrecord for up to 7.5 hours or playbackfor up to 8 hours (with LCD screen off)on a single charge with the optional NP-FP90.äProgressive ShutterMechanical shutter system that providesProgressive Scan performance while utilizingan interlace scanning system. Digital stillimages will be sharp and clear with excellentdefinition.Easy Handycam ButtonUsing a camcorder can beintimidating for some people, sowith a press of the Easy Handycambutton, most of the advanced functions of thecamcorder are locked out leaving only thebuttons essential for recording operational.äSuper NightShot Plus Infrared SystemAn advanced version of SonysNightShot® Infrared system thatallows users to record naturalcolor images in low-light conditions, butwithout the blurring common with other low-light recording systems.äAnalog To Digital Conversion with Pass-ThroughConvert and/or record any analog NTSC videosource to digital video via the analog inputs.Analog NTSC video can also be passed throughthe digital Handycam camcorder directly into aPC via the i.LINK® interface in real-time foreasy PC editing of your analog footage.Battery InformationBattery information is momentarilydisplayed without having to poweron the camcorder. Quickly accessthe batterys status by pressing the Battery Infobutton. The Recording Time Available isdisplayed in minutes on either the LCD screenor in the viewfinder.InfoLithium® Battery with AccuPowerMeter SystemCharge the battery at anytime because unlike NiCad(Nickel Cadmium) batteries Sonysrechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries are notsubjected to a life shortening memory effect .Sonys exclusive AccuPowermeter displaysthe battery time remaining in minutes, in theviewfinder or the LCD screen.äSuper SteadyShot Image Stabilization System An advanced version of SonysSteadyShot® system that controls aneven higher range of shake andvibration frequencies, to achieve an even higherlevel of smoothness without degradation of videolike some other image stabilization systems.i.LINK® * DV Interface (IEEE1394)A high speed bi-directional digitalvideo/audio communication betweentwo compatible devices equipped withan IEEE1394 interface, including camcorders,digital VTRs and PCs.12-Bit/16-Bit PCM Digital Stereo16-Bit offers the same outstanding soundquality as compact disc. 12-Bit recordingenables you to add an additional audio trackwith compatible audio dubbing equipment ori.LINK®* interface compatible computers.äMPEG EX Movie ModeUnlike earlier MPEG1 Movies,MPEG EX Movie Mode will allowyou to record uninterrupted to thecapacity of the Memory Stick Duo Media.These movies are perfect for emailing tofriends and family.®DCR-HC30Digital Handycam® Camcorder The ultra compact DCR-HC30 is packed withhigh-end features like a 2.5" Touch PanelLCD Screen, USB Streaming and Carl Zeiss®Lens. The Digital Still Memory mode captureshigh quality still images directly to MemoryStick Duo and Memory Stick PRO DuoMedia for emailing, printing and sharing withfamily and friends.