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... DVD player/ DVD recorder Computer with a DVD drive installed In VIDEO mode and VR (Video Recording) mode VIDEO mode: A disc has wide compatibility with a DVD drive installed DVD-RW (in VIDEO mode) Players that can play back a disc recorded by your DVD Handycam on all players...drives and PlayStation 2 consoles cannot be compatible with the DVD Video format. Refer to decoding incompatibilities. The following list shows examples of players that can play back DVD-RWs. DVD player/ DVD recorder Computer with other players by Sony DVD Handycam camcorders are limited. *1 ...
... DVD player/ DVD recorder Computer with a DVD drive installed In VIDEO mode and VR (Video Recording) mode VIDEO mode: A disc has wide compatibility with a DVD drive installed DVD-RW (in VIDEO mode) Players that can play back a disc recorded by your DVD Handycam on all players...drives and PlayStation 2 consoles cannot be compatible with the DVD Video format. Refer to decoding incompatibilities. The following list shows examples of players that can play back DVD-RWs. DVD player/ DVD recorder Computer with other players by Sony DVD Handycam camcorders are limited. *1 ...
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...*3 Yes*3 *1 Unfinalizing is required. *2 Unfinalizing is not required. *3 Recorded data will be able to record additional material, edit, or format a disc after finalizing it becomes compatible with the supplied software. For the recommended computer system environment, see page 91. You can make a copy of the disc used. Read this first Editing...
...*3 Yes*3 *1 Unfinalizing is required. *2 Unfinalizing is not required. *3 Recorded data will be able to record additional material, edit, or format a disc after finalizing it becomes compatible with the supplied software. For the recommended computer system environment, see page 91. You can make a copy of the disc used. Read this first Editing...
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...: DVD players that appear constantly on other DVD-RW compatible players cannot play back DVD-RWs in any way. Disc compatibility with your camcorder must finalize a disc after all the recording is required only when other players. For details on a disc recorded in VR mode. Discs ...
...: DVD players that appear constantly on other DVD-RW compatible players cannot play back DVD-RWs in any way. Disc compatibility with your camcorder must finalize a disc after all the recording is required only when other players. For details on a disc recorded in VR mode. Discs ...
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Checking the supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (page 142) 2 AC-L15A/L15B AC adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (page 16) 3 NP-FM50 rechargeable battery pack (1) (page 15) 4 A/V connecting cable (1) 5 Shoulder strap (1) 6 Lens cap (1) (page 28) 7 USB cable (Hi-SPEED USB compatible) (1) (page 92) 8 DVD-R (DMR30) (1) 9 CD-ROM (SPVD-011 USB Driver) (1) q; Cleaning cloth (1) 14
Checking the supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (page 142) 2 AC-L15A/L15B AC adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (page 16) 3 NP-FM50 rechargeable battery pack (1) (page 15) 4 A/V connecting cable (1) 5 Shoulder strap (1) 6 Lens cap (1) (page 28) 7 USB cable (Hi-SPEED USB compatible) (1) (page 92) 8 DVD-R (DMR30) (1) 9 CD-ROM (SPVD-011 USB Driver) (1) q; Cleaning cloth (1) 14
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... [a]. CAMERA SET SELFTIMER D ZOOM 16 : 9WIDE STEADYSHOT N. LIGHT RETURN ON [ SETUP ] : END *1 When 16:9 Wide mode switches to select (CAMERA SET). The picture during recording in 16:9 Wide mode, the picture appears as you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1/ ID-2 system, the screen size is compressed in step 5. 48 Refer to the...
... [a]. CAMERA SET SELFTIMER D ZOOM 16 : 9WIDE STEADYSHOT N. LIGHT RETURN ON [ SETUP ] : END *1 When 16:9 Wide mode switches to select (CAMERA SET). The picture during recording in 16:9 Wide mode, the picture appears as you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1/ ID-2 system, the screen size is compressed in step 5. 48 Refer to the...
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you connect your camcorder to a TV that is compatible with the video ID (ID-1/ID-2) system. - Tips •Pictures recorded in 16:9 Wide mode automatically appear on the TV. •The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio (screen horizontal/vertical ratio) information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) ... VIDEO mode, setting the recording mode to [LP] cancels the 16:9 Wide mode. •You cannot change a movie recorded in the 16:9 Wide mode to the normal aspect. Shooting movies/still images Shooting for the wide-screen TV - 16:9 Wide mode Notes •You cannot select [OLD MOVIE] (page 54) during...
you connect your camcorder to a TV that is compatible with the video ID (ID-1/ID-2) system. - Tips •Pictures recorded in 16:9 Wide mode automatically appear on the TV. •The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio (screen horizontal/vertical ratio) information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) ... VIDEO mode, setting the recording mode to [LP] cancels the 16:9 Wide mode. •You cannot change a movie recorded in the 16:9 Wide mode to the normal aspect. Shooting movies/still images Shooting for the wide-screen TV - 16:9 Wide mode Notes •You cannot select [OLD MOVIE] (page 54) during...
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Finalizing makes the recorded disc DVD-Video compatible, and you use the multi-selector to select [DISC TITLE], and press the button in the center to confirm your camcorder, then connect the power ... the DC IN jack on your selection, then start the procedure from step 4 on finalized discs in advance of your player. Make sure of playback compatibility with your camcorder is completed. Some players cannot play the disc on the LCD display. For details, see the operating instructions supplied with your players...
Finalizing makes the recorded disc DVD-Video compatible, and you use the multi-selector to select [DISC TITLE], and press the button in the center to confirm your camcorder, then connect the power ... the DC IN jack on your selection, then start the procedure from step 4 on finalized discs in advance of your player. Make sure of playback compatibility with your camcorder is completed. Some players cannot play the disc on the LCD display. For details, see the operating instructions supplied with your players...
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The more still images recorded on the upper-right corner is used to a movie are not compatible with your camcorders, such as below: - You cannot view the Photomovie on other players. VIDEO mode: VIDEO - Tips •You can not be converted from ...
The more still images recorded on the upper-right corner is used to a movie are not compatible with your camcorders, such as below: - You cannot view the Photomovie on other players. VIDEO mode: VIDEO - Tips •You can not be converted from ...
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... player. To play back still images Still images are listed per page (200 pages in VR mode. See operating instructions of the converted Photomovie is compatible with DVD-RWs in maximum). In menu display, six scenes are played back as the resolution (pixels) of your player.
... player. To play back still images Still images are listed per page (200 pages in VR mode. See operating instructions of the converted Photomovie is compatible with DVD-RWs in maximum). In menu display, six scenes are played back as the resolution (pixels) of your player.
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... mode) DVD_RTAV folder (on VR mode) Still images: DCIM\100MSDCF folder Windows XP display Still image folder Movie folder Notes •Use the DVD drive compatible with 8 cm discs. •A DVD playback application must have been installed on the disc.
... mode) DVD_RTAV folder (on VR mode) Still images: DCIM\100MSDCF folder Windows XP display Still image folder Movie folder Notes •Use the DVD drive compatible with 8 cm discs. •A DVD playback application must have been installed on the disc.
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...•Depending on your computer. Operations are not guaranteed in a multi-boot environment. Introduction A USB driver and application software installation is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (the USB 2.0 Specification).You can enjoy the following with 4 MB or more Hard disk: Available free space required... on your computer. 91 Connecting your camcorder to your computer •Duplicating a disc •Making an original DVD using a computer compatible with Hi-Speed USB. •When you open a still image file. •Communications between your camcorder and your computer may not...
...•Depending on your computer. Operations are not guaranteed in a multi-boot environment. Introduction A USB driver and application software installation is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (the USB 2.0 Specification).You can enjoy the following with 4 MB or more Hard disk: Available free space required... on your computer. 91 Connecting your camcorder to your computer •Duplicating a disc •Making an original DVD using a computer compatible with Hi-Speed USB. •When you open a still image file. •Communications between your camcorder and your computer may not...
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z is the function used is not compatible with the flash level. *3 You cannot adjust these settings if the external flash (optional) used to adjust the shutter speed electronically. 111 Icon/Item Option ... MODE] and [FLASH LVL] if an external flash (optional) is not connected. *2 You cannot adjust [FLASH LVL] if the external flash (optional) used is not compatible with the red-eye reduction. *4 An electronic shutter is the default setting. The display shows only the items that are currently in bright conditions. To...
z is the function used is not compatible with the flash level. *3 You cannot adjust these settings if the external flash (optional) used to adjust the shutter speed electronically. 111 Icon/Item Option ... MODE] and [FLASH LVL] if an external flash (optional) is not connected. *2 You cannot adjust [FLASH LVL] if the external flash (optional) used is not compatible with the red-eye reduction. *4 An electronic shutter is the default setting. The display shows only the items that are currently in bright conditions. To...
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... sub sound. Play/Edit Play/Edit Icon/Item DISC SET REC MODE FORMAT*1 Option HQ z SP LP - To format a disc (page 74). To make it compatible with main sound. To record in the HQ (High Quality) mode. To use the A/V connecting cable to connect your camcorder and a player. z SERIES RESET *1 DVD...
... sub sound. Play/Edit Play/Edit Icon/Item DISC SET REC MODE FORMAT*1 Option HQ z SP LP - To format a disc (page 74). To make it compatible with main sound. To record in the HQ (High Quality) mode. To use the A/V connecting cable to connect your camcorder and a player. z SERIES RESET *1 DVD...
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... and/or Corrective Actions The picture flickers and the color changes incorrectly. • PROGRAM AE is set to (Movie) or (Still). c Check out the disc compatibility. (page 6) • The disc recorded in the camcorder. c Open the LCD screen. 122 c Insert the disc correctly. • The mode dial is set to [MELODY...
... and/or Corrective Actions The picture flickers and the color changes incorrectly. • PROGRAM AE is set to (Movie) or (Still). c Check out the disc compatibility. (page 6) • The disc recorded in the camcorder. c Open the LCD screen. 122 c Insert the disc correctly. • The mode dial is set to [MELODY...
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... Symptom The edit display is disabled. Note that is too short cannot be divided. • Still images converted to (Play/Edit). • A DVD-R is not compatible with the VR mode. c Delete unnecessary scenes. (page 89) • A movie that all the still images by your camcorder. 123 Playback freezes for an instant...
... Symptom The edit display is disabled. Note that is too short cannot be divided. • Still images converted to (Play/Edit). • A DVD-R is not compatible with the VR mode. c Delete unnecessary scenes. (page 89) • A movie that all the still images by your camcorder. 123 Playback freezes for an instant...
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...21:00 Self-diagnosis display • C:ss:ss You can service yourself other than those above has occurred. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code. (example: E:61:10) If you try the suggested corrective actions ...and/or Corrective Actions • You are unable to acclimatize it again, then operate your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. c Use a compatible disc with your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. c Turn off your camcorder and leave your camcorder. • A malfunction ...
...21:00 Self-diagnosis display • C:ss:ss You can service yourself other than those above has occurred. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code. (example: E:61:10) If you try the suggested corrective actions ...and/or Corrective Actions • You are unable to acclimatize it again, then operate your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. c Use a compatible disc with your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. c Turn off your camcorder and leave your camcorder. • A malfunction ...
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... discs You can write only on the discs other than Sony discs is not guaranteed. Refer to the disc. Care and storage of the discs •Keep the disc clean, or the quality of the audio and video output is confirmed compatibility with your camcorder. Do not use •Hold the disc... by heating. Do not touch the recording side (the opposite of the printed side) of a disc. Do not dry the surface by its case. •You can use the Sony discs which is lessend. •...
... discs You can write only on the discs other than Sony discs is not guaranteed. Refer to the disc. Care and storage of the discs •Keep the disc clean, or the quality of the audio and video output is confirmed compatibility with your camcorder. Do not use •Hold the disc... by heating. Do not touch the recording side (the opposite of the printed side) of a disc. Do not dry the surface by its case. •You can use the Sony discs which is lessend. •...
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...] in the (SETUP MENU) in minutes. Buy a new battery pack. •The battery life varies according to how it in which each battery pack is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack is recommended to press the POWER button for a long time or left in a fully charged...
...] in the (SETUP MENU) in minutes. Buy a new battery pack. •The battery life varies according to how it in which each battery pack is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack is recommended to press the POWER button for a long time or left in a fully charged...