Page 2 - WARNING; DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.; Declaration of Conformity; SONY; “Memory Stick”
2 Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. With your DigitalHandycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your DigitalHandycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You wil...
Page 3 - For customers in CANADA
3 Note: This equipment has been tested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses, and can radi...
Page 4 - Main Features; Taking moving or still images, and playing them back; , select the digital zoom power in
4 Main Features Taking moving or still images, and playing them back • Recording a picture on a tape (p. 22)• Recording a still image on a tape (p. 41)• Playing back a tape (p. 34)• Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s (p. 122)• Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s (p. 129)• Viewing a s...
Page 5 - Checking supplied accessories; qa
Getting started 5 Checking supplied accessories Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to amalfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 7 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) ...
Page 6 - Table of contents
6 Table of contents Main Features ................................................ 4Checking supplied accessories ................... 5 Quick Start Guide ................................ 8 Getting started Using this manual ...................................... 10Step 1 Preparing the power supply .....
Page 7 - Viewing a still image; Troubleshooting
Getting started 7 Table of contents Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback ............... 142 Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback .................. 145 Viewing images using your computer .. 147Enlarging still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s– Memory PB ZOOM .......................
Page 8 - Quick Start Guide; Inserting a cassette; Holding Grip; EJECT in the
Quick Start Guide 8 Quick Start Guide Inserting a cassette (p. 19) Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 12). Holding Grip This chapter introduces you to the basicfeatures of your camcorder. See the page inparentheses “( )” for more information...
Page 9 - Recording a picture; Viewfinder; Press OPEN to; NOTE; NOTE
Quick Start Guide 9 Recording a picture (p. 22) Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p. 34) Viewfinder When the LCD panelis closed, pull out theviewfinder untill itsclick to focus on thesubject 1 Remove the lens cap. 3 Set the POWER switch to CAMERAwhile pressing the small greenbutton....
Page 10 - — Getting started —; Using this manual; Note on Cassette Memory; Tapes with cassette memory are marked by; Note on TV color systems
10 — Getting started — Using this manual As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown incapital letters.e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep sound to indicate that theoperation is being carried out. Note on Cass...
Page 11 - a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight
Getting started 11 Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) • The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precisiontechnology, so over 99.99 % of the pixels are operational for effective use.However, there may be some...
Page 12 - Step 1 Preparing the power supply; Installing the battery pack; slide the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow; To remove the battery pack; Note on the battery terminal cover
12 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack We recommend that you use the battery pack when you use your camcorder outdoors. ( 1 ) While sliding BATT (battery) release lever in the direction of the arrow 1 , slide the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow 2 . ( 2 ...
Page 13 - mark facing the Holding; After charging the battery pack; Note; CHARGE lamp
13 Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder.Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series).See page 171 for details of “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. ( 1 ) Open the DC IN jack cover...
Page 14 - Charging time; Approximate minutes at 25 °C (77 °F) to charge an empty battery pack; Recording time; Playing time; Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery
14 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging time Battery pack Full charge NP-FM30 (supplied) 145 NP-FM50 150 NP-FM70 240 NP-FM90 330 NP-FM91 360 The charging time may increase if the battery’s temperature is extremely high or lowbecause of the ambient temperature. Approximate minutes at 25 °C (77 ...
Page 15 - Recommended charging temperature; “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
15 Getting started If the power goes off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that thebattery pack has enough power to operate Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remainingindicator is correct. Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging...
Page 16 - mark
16 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from awall outlet using the AC power adaptor. ( 1 ) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied withyour camcorder to the DC IN jack on...
Page 17 - Step 2 Setting the date and time; FN
17 Getting started Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time settings when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCKSET” will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA orMEMORY unless you set the date and time settings.If you do not use your camcorder for ab...
Page 18 - The year changes as follows:; To return to FN; If you do not set the date and time
18 The year changes as follows: To return to FN Press EXIT. If you do not set the date and time “– – – – – – – – –” and “– –:– –:– –” are recorded on the data code of the tape and the“Memory Stick”. Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle.– 12:00 A...
Page 19 - Step 3 Inserting a cassette; EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The; To eject a cassette; Follow the procedure above, and take out the cassette in step 3.; Notes; than the; When you use mini DV cassette with cassette memory; Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to expose the red mark.
19 Getting started Step 3 Inserting a cassette ( 1 ) Install the battery pack, or connect the AC power adaptor for the power supply(p. 12 to 16). ( 2 ) Slide OPEN/ Z EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. ( 3 ) Push the middle...
Page 20 - In CAMERA or VCR mode; Press OPEN to open the LCD panel.; Press EXEC or; To cancel settings; Step 4 Using the touch panel; In CAMERA mode
20 Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD paneldirectly to operate each function. In CAMERA or VCR mode ( 1 ) Install the battery pack, or connect the AC power adaptor for the power supply(p. 12, 16). ( 2 ) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. ( 3 ) Set the POWER switch t...
Page 22 - — Recording – Basics —; Your camcorder automatically focuses for you.; Remove the lens cap and pull the lens cap string to fix it.; After recording; Remove the battery pack.
22 — Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. ( 1 ) Remove the lens cap and pull the lens cap string to fix it. ( 2 ) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” and “Step 3” formore information (p. 12, 19). ( 3 ) Pull down the Holding G...
Page 24 - Shooting with the Mirror Mode; Pull out the viewfinder and rotate the LCD screen 180 degrees.; Xz; OPEN
24 Recording a picture Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees tothe lens side. When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically, and swing it into the camcorder body. Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfi...
Page 25 - Picture in the mirror mode; The; Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen; LCD screen backlight; The recorded picture will not be affected.; the bar indicator
25 Recording – Basics Picture in the mirror mode The picture on the LCD screen is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normalwhen recorded. During recording in the mirror mode • ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander does not work.• FN appears mirror-reversed in the viewfinder. When you pre...
Page 26 - Viewfinder backlight
26 Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder.Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfindercome into sharp focus. Pull out the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adju...
Page 27 - To use zoom greater than 10; Zoom greater than 10; When you shoot close to a subject; • Digital zoom starts to function when zoom exceeds 10; When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY; You cannot use the digital zoom.
27 Recording – Basics Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings.“T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer)“W” side: for wide-angle (su...
Page 29 - indicator appears on the screen.; During back light function; Shooting in the dark – NightShot/Super NightShot; slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF.; NightShot Light emitter
29 Recording – Basics Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with alight background, use the backlight function. Press BACK LIGHT in CAMERA or MEMORY mode.The . indicator appears on the screen. To canc...
Page 30 - Using Super NightShot; Slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in CAMERA mode.; Using the NightShot Light; may cause your camcorder to malfunction.; Shutter speed in the Super NighShot mode; Super NightShot function does not work.; NightShot Light
30 Using Super NightShot The Super NightShot mode makes subjects more than 16 times brighter than thoserecorded in the NightShot mode. ( 1 ) Slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in CAMERA mode. and “NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash on the screen. ( 2 ) Press SUPER NIGHTSHOT. The and “SUPER NIGHTSHOT“ indicators flash o...
Page 31 - To stop the count down; Press SELFTIMER so that the
31 Recording – Basics Recording a picture Self-timer recording Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. You can also use theRemote Commander for this operation. ( 1 ) In the standby mode, press FN and select PAGE3 (p. 20). ( 2 ) Press SELFTIMER. The (self-timer) indicator ap...
Page 32 - Checking the recording; END SEARCH; EDITSEARCH; In the standby mode, press FN to display PAGE1.; EDIT
32 Checking the recording – END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transitionbetween the last recorded scene and the next scene you record is smooth. END SEARCH You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record. ...
Page 33 - Rec Review; You can check the last recorded section.; End search function; The end search function may not work correctly.
33 Recording – Basics Checking the recording– END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review Rec Review You can check the last recorded section. In the standby mode, press the 7 /– side of EDIT momentarily . The section you have stopped most recently will be played back for a few seconds, andthen your camcord...
Page 34 - — Playback – Basics —; Playing back a tape
34 — Playback – Basics — Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel,you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also control playbackusing the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. ( 1 ) Install the power source...
Page 35 - When monitoring on the LCD screen; Your camcorder gets warm. This is not a malfunction.; When you open or close the LCD panel; Open or close the LCD panel vertically.
35 Playback – Basics Playing back a tape When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with the LCDscreen facing out. If you leave the power on for a long time Your camcorder gets warm. This is not a malfunction. When you open or close the L...
Page 36 - Using the data code function; Using the touch panel; no indicator; Various settings
36 Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder or DISPLAY on the RemoteCommander supplied with your camcorder.The indicators disappear on the screen.To make the indicators appear, press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL or DISPLAY again. Usin...
Page 38 - Press FN and select PAGE3.
38 Playing back a tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR. When using the touch panel ( 1 ) Press FN and select PAGE3. ( 2 ) Press V SPD PLAY to display video control buttons. To view a still image (playback pause) Press / X during playback. To resum...
Page 39 - Video control buttons
39 Playback – Basics Playing back a tape Video control buttons Marks on your camcorder are different from those on the Remote Commander suppliedwith your camcorder. Your camcorder: To play back or pause a tapeTo stop a tapeTo rewind a tapeTo fastforward a tapeTo play back a tape slowlyTo forward one...
Page 40 - Viewing the recording on TV; If your TV is already connected to a VCR; If your TV has an S video jack; S VIDEO
40 Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with yourcamcorder to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. You can operate theplayback control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures onthe LCD screen. When monitori...
Page 41 - — Advanced Recording Operations —; Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording; We recommend that you record on “Memory Stick”s.
41 Advanced Recording Operations — Advanced Recording Operations — Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording You can record a still image. This mode is useful when you want to print a image usinga video printer (optional).You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 im...
Page 42 - In the standby mode, press FN and select PAGE3.; To cancel the self-timer recording; Press SELFTIMER so that the; PHOTO
42 Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording Self-timer recording You can record still images on tapes with the self-timer. You can also use the RemoteCommander for this operation. ( 1 ) In the standby mode, press FN and select PAGE3. ( 2 ) Press SELFTIMER.The (self-timer) indicator a...
Page 43 - Refer to the operating instructions of the video printer as well.; If the video printer is equipped with S video input
43 Advanced Recording Operations Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording Printing the still image You can print a still image by using the video printer (optional). Connect the videoprinter using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder.Connect it to the A/V jack and co...
Page 44 - Using the wide mode; In the wide mode, you cannot select the following functions:
44 Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE).Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [ a ]. The picture during playing back on a normal TV [ b ] or a wide -screen TV [ c ] are compressed in the widthwise direction...
Page 45 - Using the fader function; MONOTONE; WIPE
45 Advanced Recording Operations Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color.When fading out the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white. 1) You ...
Page 46 - To cancel the fader function; OFF to return to PAGE1, and press EXIT to; indicator flashes and you cannot use the fader function.; When you select OVERLAP, WIPE or DOT; FADER
46 Using the fader function ( 1 ) When fading in [ a ] In the standby mode, press FN to display PAGE1. When fading out [ b ] In the recording mode, press FN to display PAGE1. ( 2 ) Press FADER. The screen to select the fader mode appears. ( 3 ) Select a desired fader mode. ( 4 ) Press OK to return t...
Page 47 - Note on the bounce function; in the menu settings; You cannnot use the fader function.
47 Advanced Recording Operations Using the fader function While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions: – Exposure– Flexible Spot Meter– Focus– Zoom– Picture effect Note on the bounce function You cannot select the bounce function in the following mode or functions:– D ZOO...
Page 48 - Using special effects – Picture effect; : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed.; SEPIA; The picture is sepia.; In CAMERA mode, press FN to display PAGE1.; Select OFF in P EFFECT in the menu settings.; While using the picture effect function; The picture effect is automatically canceled.
48 Using special effects – Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on theTV. NEG. ART [ a ] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : The picture is sepia. B&W : The picture is monochrome (black-and-white). SOLARIZE [...
Page 49 - Using special effects – Digital effect; STILL
49 Advanced Recording Operations Using special effects – Digital effect You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. Thesound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can...
Page 51 - • The following functions do not work during digital effect:; When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE); The digital effect will be automatically canceled.; When recording in the slow shutter mode; Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod.; Shutter speed
51 Advanced Recording Operations Using special effects – Digital effect Notes • The following functions do not work during digital effect: – Fader– Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes)– Tape Photo recording– Super NightShot • The PROGRAM AE function does not work in the slow shutter mo...
Page 52 - Using the PROGRAM AE function; Spotlight; This mode makes subjects brighter in insufficient light.
52 Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shootingrequirements. Spotlight This mode prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively whitewhen shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater. Soft portrait This mode bri...
Page 53 - In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press FN to display PAGE1.; Select AUTO in PROGRAM AE in the menu settings.; • The following functions do not work in the PROGRAM AE mode:
53 Advanced Recording Operations Using the PROGRAM AE function ( 1 ) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press FN to display PAGE1. ( 2 ) Press MENU, then select PROGRAM AE in in the menu settings to select a desired PROGRAM AE mode (p. 105). To return to FN Press EXIT. To turn the PROGRAM AE function off Sel...
Page 54 - • The following functions do not work in the low lux mode:; While WHT BAL is set to AUTO in the menu settings
54 Using the PROGRAM AE function • The following functions do not work in the low lux mode: – Digital effect– Overlap– Wipe– Dot • The PROGRAM AE function does not work in the following cases. (The indicator flashes.)– To set the NIGHTSHOT to ON– To record images on a “Memory Stick” using the MEMORY...
Page 55 - Adjusting the white balance manually; HOLD : Recording a single-colored subject or background; If the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lighting; We recommend that you record in the; When you record under fluorescent lighting
55 Advanced Recording Operations Adjusting the white balance manually You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes whitesubjects look white and allows more natural color balance. Normally white balance isautomatically adjusted. ( 1 ) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press FN to ...
Page 57 - Adjusting the exposure manually; EXPO–
57 Advanced Recording Operations You can adjust and set the exposure. Normally exposure is automatically adjusted.Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases:– The subject is backlit– To shoot the bright subject and dark background– To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully ( 1 ...
Page 58 - subject that is on stage and lighted by a spotlight.; EXPOSURE is automatically set to MANUAL.; SPOT
58 You can take a picture with the appropriate exposure automatically for just the pointyou want to focus on and with its exposure fixed. Use the Flexible Spot Meter mode inthe following cases:– The subject is backlit.– When there is strong contrast between the subject and background such as with a ...
Page 59 - Focusing manually; background; Press FOCUS lightly in CAMERA or MEMORY mode. The; To return to the autofocus mode; Press FOCUS lightly to turn off; To record distant subjects; When you press FOCUS down firmly, the lens focuses on and; To focus precisely
59 Advanced Recording Operations Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases.Normally, focus is automatically adjusted.•The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting – subjects through glass coated with water droplets– horizontal stripes– ...
Page 60 - Interval recording; Example
60 Interval recording You can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically recordand standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering,emergence, etc., with this function. [ a ] Recording time [ b ] Waiting time ( 1 ) In standby mode, press FN to dis...
Page 61 - To cancel the interval recording; Note on interval recording; You cannot do interval recording in memory mode.; On recording time
61 Advanced Recording Operations Interval recording ( 4 ) Set INT. REC to ON, then press EXEC. ( 5 ) Press EXIT to return to FN.The INTERVAL indicator flashes on the screen ( 6 ) Press START/STOP to start interval recording.The interval recording indicator lights up. To cancel the interval recording...
Page 62 - Frame by frame recording – Cut recording; In standby mode, press FN to display PAGE1.; To cancel the cut recording; The last recorded cut is longer than other cuts.
62 Frame by frame recording – Cut recording You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using cut recording. Tocreate this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a cut recording. Werecommend that you use a tripod, and operate the camcorder using the RemoteCommander af...
Page 63 - To make the buttons on the LCD screen disappear; Using the viewfinder
63 Advanced Recording Operations You can pull out the viewfinder until it clicks, and then turn the LCD panel over andmove it back to your camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out. You can operatewith the touch panel using the viewfinder. Use the viewfinder in the following case:When operating ...
Page 65 - — Advanced Playback Operations —; Playing back a tape with picture effects; Press MENU, then select P EFFECT in; Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.; The picture effect function is automatically canceled.
65 Advanced Playback Operations — Advanced Playback Operations — Playing back a tape with picture effects During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect functions: NEG.ART,SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE. ( 1 ) In VCR mode, press FN to display PAGE1. ( 2 ) Press MENU, then select P EF...
Page 66 - Playing back a tape with digital effects; The digital effect function is automatically canceled.
66 Playing back a tape with digital effects During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL,FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. ( 1 ) In VCR mode, press FN and select PAGE2. ( 2 ) Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a desired digital effect mode appears. ( 3 ) Select a desire...
Page 67 - In the playback or playback pause mode, press FN and select PAGE2.; To cancel the PB ZOOM function; Images in the PB ZOOM mode are not output through the DV jack.; In the PB ZOOM mode
67 Advanced Playback Operations Enlarging images recorded on tapes– Tape PB ZOOM You can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation describedhere, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s (p. 153). ( 1 ) In the playback or playback pause mode, press F...
Page 68 - function will be canceled.; If a tape has a blank portion in the recorded portions; The zero set memory function may not work correctly.; DISPLAY
68 Quickly locating a scene using the zeroset memory function Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scenehaving a tape counter value of “0:00:00”. Use the Remote Commander for thisoperation. ( 1 ) In the playback mode, press DISPLAY on the Remote Commander if the...
Page 69 - Before operation; Set CM SEARCH in; To stop searching; If you use a tape without cassette memory; You cannot superimpose or search a title.; If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions; The title search function may not work correctly.; To superimpose a title
69 Advanced Playback Operations Searching the boundaries of recordedtape by title – Title search If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries ofrecorded tape by title. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation Set CM SEARCH in to ON in the menu settin...
Page 70 - . Use a tape with cassette memory for; Searching for the date by using cassette memory; Actual point you are trying to search for
70 Searching a recording by date– Date search You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and startplayback from that point (Date search) . Use a tape with cassette memory for convenience. Use the Remote Commander for this operation.Use this function to check where re...
Page 71 - Searching a recording by date – Date search; The date search function may not work correctly.; Cassette memory; Searching for the date without using cassette memory
71 Advanced Playback Operations Searching a recording by date – Date search Note If one day’s recording is less than 2 minutes, your camcorder may not accurately findthe point where the recording date changes. If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The date search function may not w...
Page 72 - You can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape; Searching for a photo by using cassette memory
72 Searching for a photo– Photo search/Photo scan You can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape (photo search) . You can also search for still images one after another and display each image for 5seconds automatically regardless of cassette memory (photo scan) . Use the Remote Command...
Page 73 - Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan
73 Advanced Playback Operations Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan Searching for a photo without using cassette memory ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to VCR. ( 2 ) Press FN to display PAGE1. ( 3 ) Press MENU, then set CM SEARCH to OFF in in the menu settings (p. 105). ( 4 ) Press SEARCH MOD...
Page 74 - To stop scanning; The photo search and photo scan functions may not work correctly.
74 Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan Scanning photo ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to VCR. ( 2 ) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until thePHOTO SCAN indicator appears.The indicator changes as follows:DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t (no indicator) ( 3 ) Press...
Page 75 - — Editing —; Dubbing a tape; Using the A/V connecting cable; When you have finished dubbing a tape; You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems; mini DV or; If your VCR is a monaural type
75 Editing — Editing — Dubbing a tape Using the A/V connecting cable You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder asa player.Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied withyour camcorder. Before operation • Set DISPLAY to LCD in the m...
Page 76 - Prepare the VCR for recording.; The following functions do not work during digital editing:; DV
76 Dubbing a tape Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV of yourcamcorder and to DV IN of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, videoand audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing....
Page 77 - Before operating the Digital program editing; Step; When you dub using the same VCR again, you can skip steps 2 and 3.; Using the Digital program editing function; Operation; Step 1: Connecting the VCR; Unwanted scene
77 Editing Dubbing only desired scenes– Digital program editing You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a tape without operatingthe VCR.Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20 programs. Before operating the Digital program editing Step 1 Connecting the VCR (p. 77)...
Page 78 - Setting the IR SETUP code; Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
78 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cable To edit using the VCR, send the control signal by infrared rays to the remote sensor onthe VCR.When you connect using the A/V connecting cable, follow the procedures below, (1) t...
Page 79 - Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing
79 Editing About the IR SETUP code The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set thecorrect code, depending on your VCR. Default setting is code number 3. * TV/VCR component Note on the IR SETUP code Digital program editing is not possible if the VCR does not support IR...
Page 80 - (2) Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the; The buttons canceling recording pause on the VCR; – Select “REC” if the button to cancel recording pause is
80 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (2) Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the VCR 1 Select PAUSEMODE, then press EXEC. 2 Select the mode to cancel recording pause on the VCR, then press EXEC.The correct button depends on your VCR.Refer to the operating instructi...
Page 81 - (3) Locate the infrared rays emitter of your camcorder and; When the VCR does not operate correctly; VCR
81 Editing Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (3) Locate the infrared rays emitter of your camcorder and face it towards the remote sensor of the VCR Set the devices about 30 cm (11 7/8 in.) apart, and remove any obstacles between thedevices. ( 4 ) Confirming the VCR operation 1 I...
Page 82 - Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable
82 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing 4 5,6 3 FN OTHERS DATA CODEBEEPCOMMANDERD I SPL AYV I DEO ED I TED I T SET EXIT RET. EXEC MELODY OTHERS ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT - I N” ”CUT -OUT” I R SETUP PAUSEMODE I R TEST EXIT RET. EXEC I R OTHERS ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT ...
Page 85 - Operation 1: Making the Program; Press FN to display PAGE1.
85 Editing Operation 1: Making the Program ( 1 ) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape forrecording into the VCR. ( 2 ) Press FN to display PAGE1. ( 3 ) Select VIDEO EDIT in in the menu settings (p. 105). Then press EXEC. ( 4 ) Search for the beginning of the first scen...
Page 86 - Erasing the program you have set; Press UNDO. The last program mark flashes on the LCD screen.; Erasing all programs; Select VIDEO EDIT in
86 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT mark first, and then IN mark of the last program. ( 1 ) Press UNDO. The last program mark flashes on the LCD screen. ( 2 ) Press EXEC. The setting is cancelled. To cancel erasing Press CANCEL in step ...
Page 87 - To stop dubbing during editing; END to end the video edit function.; You cannot record on the VCR when:
87 Editing Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Operation 2: Performing a Digital program editing (Dubbing a tape) Make sure your camcorder and the VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set torecording pause. When you use an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) the followingprocedure...
Page 88 - After capturing images and sound; includes copyright protection signals such as ID-2 system.
88 Using with an analog video unit and yourcomputer – Signal convert function You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to yourcomputer which has the i.LINK jack (DV jack) to your camcorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is ...
Page 89 - Recording video or TV programs
89 Editing Recording video or TV programs Using the A/V connecting cable You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The defalt setting is LCD.) ( 1 ) Inser...
Page 90 - If your TV or VCR has an S video jack
90 Recording video or TV programs If your TV or VCR has an S video jack Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain high-quality pictures.With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/Vconnecting cable.Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jac...
Page 91 - When you dub a picture in digital form
91 Editing Recording video or TV programs When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). When you dub a picture in digital form The color of the display may be uneven. However, this does not...
Page 92 - Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert editing; : A tape that contains the scene to be superimposed
92 Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert editing You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape byspecifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for thisoperation. Connections are the same as on page 89 or 90.Insert a cassette containing the desired sc...
Page 93 - To change the insert end point; Skip step 3 and 4. Press; If you press FN; The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator is not displayed.
93 Editing Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert editing To change the insert end point Press ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORYindicator and begin from step 3. Note The picture and sound recorded on the section between the insert start and end pointswill be erased when ...
Page 94 - Audio dubbing; Connecting the microphone with the MIC jack; AUDIO L
94 Audio dubbing You can record an audio sound to add to the original sound on a tape by connectingaudio equipment or a microphone. If you connect the audio equipment, you can addsound to your recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points. The originalsound will not be erased.Select one of ...
Page 95 - No connection is necessary.; • You cannot add audio with the DV jack.; If you make all the connections
95 Editing Audio dubbing Dubbing with the built-in microphones No connection is necessary. Notes • When dubbing with A/V jack or the built-in microphone, pictures are not output through S VIDEO jack or the A/V jack. Check the recorded picture on the screen. Youcan check the recorded sound by using h...
Page 96 - To play back the sound
96 Audio dubbing Adding an audio sound on a recorded tape ( 1 ) Insert your recorded tape into your camcorder. ( 2 ) Set the POWER switch to VCR. ( 3 ) Locate the recording start point. Press the / N to start playing back. To pause playing back, press the /X at the recording start point. You can fin...
Page 97 - You cannot add a sound to a recorded tape.; If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock
97 Editing Audio dubbing Notes • New sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the 16-bit mode (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz) (p. 110). • New sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the LP mode.• New sound cannot be recorded on blank portions of the tape. If the i.LINK cabl...
Page 98 - Superimposing a title; TITLE
98 Superimposing a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title. Whenyou play back the tape, the title is displayed for about 5 seconds from the pointwhere you superimposed it. You can select one of eight preset titles and 2 custom titles (p. 101). You can also selectt...
Page 100 - Press CANCEL in step 5.
100 Superimposing a title Erasing a title ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. ( 2 ) Press FN to display PAGE1. ( 3 ) Press MENU, then select TITLEERASE in in the menu setting, then press EXEC. ( 4 ) Select the title you want to erase with r / R , and then press EXEC. “ERASE OK?” indicator a...
Page 101 - Making your own titles
101 Editing Making your own titles You can make up to 2 titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Each titlecan have up to 20 characters. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. ( 2 ) Press FN and select PAGE2. ( 3 ) Press TITLE. ( 4 ) Select with r / R , and press EXEC. ( 5 ) Sele...
Page 102 - To erase the title; To enter a space; To enter the same character on the same button in succession
102 Making your own titles If you take 5 minutes or longer to enter characters in the standby mode while acassette is in your camcorder The power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored inmemory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE) once and then to CAMERA again,then co...
Page 103 - Labeling a cassette; Select; To change the label you have made
103 Editing Labeling a cassette If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label canconsist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insertthe labeled cassette and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR, the label isdisplayed for about 5 seconds. ( ...
Page 104 - Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.
104 Labeling a cassette If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock You cannot label the tape. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection. If the tape has too many index signals You may not be able to label a cassette because the memory is full. In this case, deletedata you...
Page 105 - — Customizing Your Camcorder —; Changing the menu settings; MENU
105 Customizing Your Camcorder — Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with r / R dial. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu itemand then the mode. ( 1 ) In CAMER...
Page 106 - is the default setting.; Menu items are displayed as the following icons:; The SteadyShot off indicator
106 Changing the menu settings Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The LCD screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SETCAMERA SETVC...
Page 107 - When you use the power source other than battery pack; Low intensity
107 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings Icon/item FRAME REC INT. REC EDITSEARCH HiFi SOUND AUDIO MIX A/V t DV OUT LCD B. L. LCD COLOR VF B.L. Mode z OFF ON ON z OFF SET z OFF ON z STEREO 1 2 —— z OFF ON z BRT NORMAL BRIGHT —— z BRT NORMAL BRIGHT Meaning To deactivate cut recording ...
Page 108 - If you select QUALITY
108 Changing the menu settings Icon/item STILL SET PIC MODE QUALITY MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE REMAIN Mode z SINGLE MULTI SCRN z FINE STANDARD z 320 × 240 160 × 112 z AUTO ON Meaning Not to record continuously. To record 9 images continuously (p. 124). To record still images in the fine image qualitymode. ...
Page 109 - Notes on formatting; Formatting with your camcorder is not required.; Formatting erases all information on the “Memory Stick”
109 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings Icon/item SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT PHOTO SAVE TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL Mode —— —— z RETURN OK —— —— z ON OFF z ON OFF —— —— Meaning To play back images in a continuous loop(p. 154). To delete all the unprotecte...
Page 110 - Notes on the LP mode; mini DV cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder.; Notes on AUDIO MODE; while, then it starts again after about 10 minutes.
110 Changing the menu settings Notes on the LP mode • When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playing the tape on your camcorder. When you play back the tape on other camcorders orVCRs, noise may occur in pictures or sound. • When you record in the LP mode, we recommend...
Page 111 - * Using the Remote Commander only
111 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings Icon/item DATA CODE* WORLD TIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP VIDEO EDIT EDIT SET Meaning To display date, time and various settingsduring playback To display date and time during playback To set the clock to the local time. Press r / R to ...
Page 112 - On file format; Typical image data file name; Using a “Memory Stick”; — “Memory Stick” Operations —; Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction
112 You can record and play back images on a “Memory Stick” supplied with yourcamcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange imagedata with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for“Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder. On file format S...
Page 113 - “Memory Stick”s formatted by a computer; Notes on image data compatibility
113 “Memory Stick” Operations Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction “Memory Stick”s formatted by a computer “Memory Stick”s formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have aguaranteed compatibility with this camcorder. Notes on image data compatibility • Image data files recorded on “Memo...
Page 114 - Inserting a “Memory Stick”; Ejecting a “Memory Stick”; Slide MEMORY EJECT in the direction of the arrow.
114 Inserting a “Memory Stick” Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the v mark facing up as illustrated. Ejecting a “Memory Stick” Slide MEMORY EJECT in the direction of the arrow. While the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder b...
Page 115 - Press FN. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen.
115 “Memory Stick” Operations Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Using a touch panel Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Press the LCD panel directlyto operate each function. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to theright (unlock) position. ( ...
Page 117 - Selecting still image quality mode; Setting; FINE
117 “Memory Stick” Operations Selecting still image quality mode You can select image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting is FINE. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK is set tothe right (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press FN to display PAGE1. ( 3 ) ...
Page 119 - Selecting the size of a moving picture; 12 of the moving picture size. The default setting is
119 “Memory Stick” Operations Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction 2 FN 3 4 5 1 POWER MEMORY VCR CAMERA OFF (CHARGE) LOCK LOCK M E MO R Y S E T MO V I E S E T R E M A I N I M A G E S I Z E 3 2 0 2 4 0 N I A M E R M E MO R Y S E T MO V I E S E T R E M A I N I M A G E S I Z E 3 2 0 2 4 0 1 6 0 1 1 2 ...
Page 120 - Image size settings; 40 moving pictures.; Maximum recording time of moving pictures
120 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Image size settings Setting Meaning Indicator Recording Playback 640 × 480 Records 640 × 480 still images. ———— ———— 320 × 240 Records 320 × 240 moving pictures. 320 320 160 × 112 Records 160 × 112 moving pictures. 160 160 Maximum recording time of moving pi...
Page 122 - Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.; Keep pressing PHOTO lightly. The green; Number of recorded images.
122 You can record still images on the “Memory Stick”. You can also record nine stillimages continuously. (MULTI SCRN) Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set tothe right (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Keep p...
Page 123 - You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO.
123 “Memory Stick” Operations Recording still images on “Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work:– Wide mode– Digital zoom– SteadyShot function– SUPER NIGHTSHOT– Fader– Picture effect– Digital effect– Title– Low lux mode of PRO...
Page 124 - Recording images continuously; Multi screen mode; Note on using the video flash light (optional); The video flash light does not work in the multi screen mode.
124 Recording still images on “Memory Stick”– Memory Photo recording Recording images continuously You can record still images continuously. Select the multi screen mode described belowbefore recording. Multi screen mode Your camcorder shoots 9 still images at about 0.5 sec intervals and displays th...
Page 125 - Self-timer memory photo recording
125 “Memory Stick” Operations Self-timer memory photo recording You can record images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can also use theRemote Commander for this operation. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set tothe right (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Pres...
Page 126 - Your camcorder stops momentarily.
126 Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a stillimage on a “Memory Stick”.Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input connector andrecord it as a still image on a “Memory Stick”. Before operation • Insert a recorded tape into your ...
Page 127 - Sound recorded on a tape; You cannot record the audio from a tape.; Titles which have already been recorded on tapes; Recording a still image from other equipment; Before opration; • Set DISPLAY in; Set the POWER switch to VCR.; Recording an image from a tape as a still image
127 “Memory Stick” Operations Sound recorded on a tape You cannot record the audio from a tape. Titles which have already been recorded on tapes You cannot record the titles on “Memory Stick”s. The title does not appear while youare recording a still image with PHOTO. Recording date/time The date/ti...
Page 128 - The “
128 If your TV or VCR has an S VIDEO jack Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain high-quality pictures.With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/Vconnecting cable.Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and ...
Page 129 - You can record moving pictures with sound on “Memory Stick”s.; 12, the maximum recording time is 60; To stop recording
129 “Memory Stick” Operations You can record moving pictures with sound on “Memory Stick”s. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set tothe right (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder ...
Page 130 - Sound is recorded in monaural.
130 Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – MPEG movierecording Note Sound is recorded in monaural. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work:– Wide mode– Digital zoom– SteadyShot function– SUPER NIGHTSHOT– Fader– Picture effect– Digital effect– Title– Low lux...
Page 132 - Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture; a tape to “Memory Stick”s.; When the access lamp is lit or flashing
132 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Notes • Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to one in 32 kHz when recording images from a tape to “Memory Stick”s. • Sound recorded in stereo is converted to monaural sound when recording from tapes. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do...
Page 133 - Recording a moving picture from other equipment
133 “Memory Stick” Operations Recording a moving picture from other equipment Before operation • Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)• Select A/V t DV OUT to OFF in the menu setting (p. 105). (The default setting is OFF.) ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to VCR. ( 2 ) Pla...
Page 134 - During recording on “Memory Stick”; DV OUT
134 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) Note The “ ” flashes in the following instances. If this happens, eject and insert “Memory Stick“ again, and record distortion-free images.– When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for ex...
Page 135 - Blue
135 “Memory Stick” Operations You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on a “Memory Stick” on top ofthe moving picture you are recording.You can record the superimposed images on a tape or a “Memory Stick”. (However,you can record only superimposed still images on the “Memory Stick”.) M. ...
Page 136 - Recording a superimposed image to tape; MEM; Still image
136 Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a movingpicture – MEMORY MIX Recording a superimposed image to tape Before operation • Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder.• Insert a “Memory Stick” recorded with still images into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA...
Page 137 - Items to adjust; No adjustment necessary; To change the still image to be superimposed; You can record a still images on a tape.
137 “Memory Stick” Operations Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a movingpicture – MEMORY MIX Items to adjust M. CHROM The color (blue) scheme of the area in the still image which is to beswapped with a moving picture M. LUMI The color (bright) scheme of the area in the still image w...
Page 138 - Insert a recorded “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.; In the standby mode, press FN and select PAGE2.
138 Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a movingpicture – MEMORY MIX Recording a superimposed image to “Memory Stick” as a stillimage Before operation Insert a recorded “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to th...
Page 140 - To stop or end copying; When the memory of the “Memory Stick” is full; “MEMORY FULL” appears on the LCD screen, and the copying stops. Press
140 Using the search function, you can automatically take in only still images from tapesand record them on a “Memory Stick” in sequence. Before operation • Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape.• Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to VCR...
Page 141 - Copying still images from a tape – Photo save; “NOT READY” appears when you select the item in the menu settings.; When you change “Memory Stick”s in the middle of copying
141 “Memory Stick” Operations Copying still images from a tape – Photo save When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject a“Memory Stick” or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown mayoccur. If the write-p...
Page 142 - To stop memory photo playback; Notes on the file name; PLAY
142 You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick”. You can also play back 6images including moving pictures in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is s...
Page 143 - Screen indicators during still image playback; Recording data; Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback; Data Directory Number/File Number
143 “Memory Stick” Operations Screen indicators during still image playback Recording data To display the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded), pressDATA CODE during playback. You can also use the Remote Commander for thisoperation (p. 36). To make screen indicators disappear...
Page 144 - Playing back 6 recorded images at a time (index screen); Press INDEX to display the index screen.
144 Playing back 6 recorded images at a time (index screen) You can play back 6 recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful whensearching for a particular image. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to theright (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press INDEX to...
Page 145 - To stop MPEG movie playback; N X; To play back recorded images on a TV screen
145 “Memory Stick” Operations You can play back moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also playback 6 images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Ma...
Page 146 - Screen indicators during moving picture playback; To make screen indicators disappear; Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback; Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures; Memory playback indicator
146 Screen indicators during moving picture playback Recording date/time To display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE during playback. Varioussettings are not displayed. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation(p. 36). To make screen indicators disappear Press DISPLAY/TOUCH PA...
Page 147 - Viewing images using your computer; Recommended computer environment; Recommended Windows environment
147 “Memory Stick” Operations Viewing images using your computer You can view data recorded on the “Memory Stick” using your computer. Notes • Data recorded on the “Memory Stick” is stored in the following formats. Make sure that applications that support these file formats are installed on your com...
Page 148 - Installing the USB driver; Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows to load.; Viewing images using your computer; USB connector
148 Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver to thecomputer. The USB driver is contained together with application software for viewingimages on a CD-ROM which is supplied with your camcorder.Do not connect the USB cable to your computer bef...
Page 149 - Image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection
149 “Memory Stick” Operations Viewing images using your computer Image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to yourcamcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Perform the followingprocedure t...
Page 150 - For Windows users
150 Viewing images using your computer Viewing images For Windows users ( 1 ) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows to load. ( 2 ) Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and theother end to the USB connector on your computer. ( 3 ) Insert a “Memory Stick” in...
Page 151 - For Macintosh users; Eject the “Memory Stick.”; Notes on using your computer; back on your camcorder.; Software
151 “Memory Stick” Operations Viewing images using your computer Unplug the USB cable/Eject the “Memory Stick” For Windows 2000/Me users To unplug the USB cable or eject the “Memory Stick”, follow the procedure below. ( 1 ) Move the cursor to the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon on the Task Tray andc...
Page 152 - Image file storage destinations and image files; Folder; ssss; Folder containing moving picture data
152 Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in folders by recording mode.The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. For Windows Me users(The drive recognizing the camera is...
Page 153 - You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.”; In the memory playback mode, press FN and select PAGE2.; To cancel the Memory PB ZOOM function
153 “Memory Stick” Operations You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) In the memory playback mode, press FN and select PAGE2. ( 2 ) Press PB ZOOM. PB ZOOM screen appears. ( 3 ) Press the area that you want to enla...
Page 154 - To stop the slide show; To pause during a slide show; To start the slide show from a particular image; To view the recorded images on TV
154 You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especiallywhen checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to theright (unlock) po...
Page 155 - Press INDEX on your camcorder to display the index.; You cannot carry out image protection.; INDEX; MARK
155 “Memory Stick” Operations To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK swich is set tothe right (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press INDEX ...
Page 156 - Deleting selected images; Play back the image you want to delete.; before deleting them.; If the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK; You cannot delete images.; Deleting images
156 You can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick”. You can delete all images or selectedimages. Deleting selected images Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to theright (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Play bac...
Page 157 - Deleting selected images on the index screen; DEL
157 “Memory Stick” Operations Deleting selected images on the index screen Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to theright (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press INDEX on your camcorder to display the index. ( 3 )...
Page 158 - Deleting all the images; You can delete all the unprotected images in a “Memory Stick”.; Select RETURN in step 3 or 4, then press EXEC.; While “DELETING” appears; Do not turn the POWER switch or press any buttons.
158 Deleting all the images You can delete all the unprotected images in a “Memory Stick”. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK is set to theright (unlock) position. ( 2 ) Press FN to display PAGE1. ( 3 ) Press ME...
Page 159 - Press the image you want to cancel the print mark in step 4 again . The; You cannot write print marks on still images.; Moving pictures; You cannot write print marks on moving pictures.; Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK
159 “Memory Stick” Operations You can specify the recorded still image to print out by putting marks. This function isuseful for printing out still images later.Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard forspecifying the still images to print out. Before operation I...
Page 160 - — Troubleshooting —; Types of trouble and their solutions; ss; In the recording mode; Symptom
160 — Troubleshooting — Types of trouble and their solutions If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table totroubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source andcontact your Sony dealer. If “C: ss : ss ” appears on the screen, the self-diagno...
Page 161 - In the playback mode
161 Troubleshooting Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • NIGHTSHOT is set to ON. c Set it to OFF (p. 29). • NIGHTSHOT is set to ON in a bright place. c Set it to OFF (p. 29). • The backlight function is active. c Set it off (p. 29). • BEEP is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to MELODY ...
Page 166 - Cause and/or Corrective Actions
166 Self-diagnosis display C:21:00 Five-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions • You are using a battery pack that is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. c Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for atleast 1 hour...
Page 167 - Warning indicators and messages; function on moving picture.; Warning indicators; • The “Memory Stick” data is corrupted.
167 Troubleshooting Warning indicators and messages 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file Slow flashing:• The file is corrupted.• The file is unreadable.• You are trying to carry out MEMORY MIX function on moving picture. C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display (p. 166). E The battery is dead or nearly dead ...
Page 168 - Warning messages
168 Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 17). • FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLIHIUM” battery pack (p. 15). BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE 2) The video heads are dirty (p. 176). • COPY INHIBIT You tried to record a picture that has a copyright cont...
Page 169 - — Additional Information —; Usable cassettes; Selecting cassette types; mark on the cassette; Copyright signal; When you play back
169 Additional Information — Additional Information — Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use the mini DV cassette only*. You cannot use any other 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, VHSC, S-VHS, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax or DV cassette. * There are two types of mini DV cassettes: with cassett...
Page 170 - Sound from speaker; Notes on the mini DV cassette; When affixing a label on the mini DV cassette
170 Usable cassettes Audio mode 12-bit mode: The original sound can be recorded in stereo 1, and the new sound instereo 2 in 32 kHz. The balance between stereo 1 and stereo 2 can be adjusted byselecting AUDIO MIX in the menu settings during playback. Both sounds can be playedback.16-bit mode: A new ...
Page 171 - About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
171 Additional Information About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions forcommunicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorderand an optional AC adaptor/charge...
Page 172 - About the Name “i.LINK”
172 About i.LINK The DV jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV IN/OUT jack. This sectiondescribes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and otherdata in two directions between equipment having the i.L...
Page 173 - i.LINK functions on this unit
173 Additional Information About i.LINK i.LINK functions on this unit For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment havingDV jacks, see page 76.This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made bySONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) ...
Page 174 - necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet; NTSC system; Brazil; SECAM system; Simple setting of clock by time difference; Using your camcorder abroad
174 Using your camcorder abroad You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC adaptor supplied withyour camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. When charging the battery pack, use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [ a ] , if necessary, depending on the design of the wall...
Page 175 - Moisture condensation; indicator flashes. When the; If moisture condensation occurred; indicator does not appear when the power is; Note on moisture condensation; device; How to prevent moisture condensation
175 Additional Information Maintenance information andprecautions Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture maycondense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In thiscondition, the tape may stick to the head dr...
Page 176 - Maintenance information; Cleaning the video head; Removing dust from inside the viewfinder; Maintenance information and precautions
176 Maintenance information Cleaning the video head To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video head. The video headmay be dirty when:– mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture.– playback pictures do not move.– playback pictures do not appear.– the x indicator and “ CL...
Page 177 - Charging the built-in rechargeable battery; Charging the built-in rechargeable battery:; with the POWER switch turned off for more than 24 hours.; Touch at the upper left corner.
177 Additional Information Charging the built-in rechargeable battery Your camcorder is supplied with a built-in rechargeable battery installed so as to retainthe date and time, etc., regardless of the setting of the POWER switch. The built-inrechargeable battery is always charged as long as you are...
Page 178 - Camcorder operation; checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further.; On handling tapes; remove them with a soft cloth.
178 Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation • Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC adaptor).• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this operating instructions. • If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug y...
Page 179 - AC power adaptor; the cord and may cause fire or electrical shock.
179 Additional Information Maintenance information and precautions AC power adaptor • Unplug the unit from a wall outlet when you are not using the unit for a long time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord itself. • Do not operate the unit with a damaged ...
Page 180 - contact with the battery terminals.; Notes on dry batteries; If batteries are leaking
180 About care and storage of the lens • Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instance: – When there are fingerprints on the lens surface– In hot or humid locations– When the lens is used in environments such as the seaside • Store the lens in a well-ventilated locat...
Page 181 - Specifications
181 Additional Information Specifications Video camerarecorder System Video recording system 2 rotary headsHelical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM systemQuantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz,stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits(Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Us...
Page 183 - — Quick Reference —; Identifying the parts and controls; Camcorder
183 Quick Reference — Quick Reference — Identifying the parts and controls Camcorder This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sonyvideo products.When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that youpurchase accessories with this “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES”mark. 7 8 9 ...
Page 184 - About the Holding Grip; Hold the Holding Grip firmly as illustrated.; FOCUS button
184 Identifying the parts and controls About the Holding Grip Hold the Holding Grip firmly as illustrated. qj qf qg qs qd qh qs MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack qd A/V jack qf (LANC) jack LANC stands for Local ApplicationControl Bus System. The control jackis used for controlling the tape transportof video ...
Page 185 - Note on the Carl Zeiss lens; * MTF is an abbreviation of Modulation Transfer Function.
185 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls qk Focus ring (p. 59) ql Lens w; Infrared rays emmitter (p. 29) wa Remote sensor ws Camera recording lamp (p. 22) Note on the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce a fine image.The lens for your ca...
Page 186 - Fastening the grip strap; Fasten the grip strap firmly.
186 Fastening the grip strap Fasten the grip strap firmly. Identifying the parts and controls es e; wl wk ea ej eh ek ed ef eg wk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 29) wl SUPER NIGHTSHOT button (p. 29) e; BACK LIGHT button (p. 29) ea Speaker es i (headphones) jack When you use headphones, the speakeron your camc...
Page 187 - ra; rd
187 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls el “Memory Stick” slot (p. 114) r; Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 26) ra Cassette lid (p. 19) rs MEMORY EJECT lever (p. 114) r; ra rs rd rf el rd OPEN/ Z EJECT lever (p. 19) rf Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripodscrew...
Page 188 - To prepare the Remote Commander; Notes on the Remote Commander
188 To prepare the Remote Commander Insert 2 size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – polarities on the batteries to the+ – marks inside the battery compartment. Notes on the Remote Commander • Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting....
Page 189 - LCD screen and viewfinder; qk; Tape counter indicator
189 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators 1 Cassette memory indicator (p. 169) 2 Remaining battery time indicator (p. 28) 3 Zoom indicator (p. 27) /Exposure indicator (p. 57) /Data file name indicator (p. 112) 4 Digital effect indicator (p. 49) / MEMORY MIX indicato...
Page 190 - Index
190 Index A, B AC power adaptor .................. 13Adjusting viewfinder ............. 26Audio dubbing ........................ 94AUDIO MIX .......................... 107Audio mode ........................... 110AUTO SHTR .......................... 106A/V connecting cable ...... 40, 75BACK LIGHT .....
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