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Operating Guide DCR-DVD105/DVD205/DVD305/ DVD605/DVD705/DVD755 2-661-370-11(1) Enjoying with your DVD Handycam 14 Getting Started 20 Easy Handycam 34 Recording /Playback 42 Playback on DVD devices 56 Using the Recorded disc 63 Using the Setup items 66 Editing on DVD Handycam 87 Dubbing, Printing 96 Using a Computer 103 Troubleshooting 109 Additional Information 132 Glossary, Index 146 © 2006 Sony Corporation
Operating Guide DCR-DVD105/DVD205/DVD305/ DVD605/DVD705/DVD755 2-661-370-11(1) Enjoying with your DVD Handycam 14 Getting Started 20 Easy Handycam 34 Recording /Playback 42 Playback on DVD devices 56 Using the Recorded disc 63 Using the Setup items 66 Editing on DVD Handycam 87 Dubbing, Printing 96 Using a Computer 103 Troubleshooting 109 Additional Information 132 Glossary, Index 146 © 2006 Sony Corporation
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... preserve our environment by returning your used in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call upon your authority to radio communications. CAUTION The use of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD305 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are... thoroughly, and retain it for the FCC related matters only. Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the specified type only. DCR-DVD Serial No. Model No.
... preserve our environment by returning your used in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call upon your authority to radio communications. CAUTION The use of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD305 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are... thoroughly, and retain it for the FCC related matters only. Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the specified type only. DCR-DVD Serial No. Model No.
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...marked with the computer connected (stored on the supplied CD-ROM)* * The DCR-DVD105/DVD205/DVD605/ DVD705 do not include "First Step Guide" because they do not support a computer connection. On the discs you can use in your camcorder (For DCRDVD305/DVD755) There are two sizes of "Memory Stick." "Memory... types of memory card except "Memory Stick Duo." • "Memory Stick PRO" and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" can use 8cm DVD-Rs, 8cm DVD-RWs and 8cm DVD+RWs only. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for details. Notes on a circuit different from that to which the...
...marked with the computer connected (stored on the supplied CD-ROM)* * The DCR-DVD105/DVD205/DVD605/ DVD705 do not include "First Step Guide" because they do not support a computer connection. On the discs you can use in your camcorder (For DCRDVD305/DVD755) There are two sizes of "Memory Stick." "Memory... types of memory card except "Memory Stick Duo." • "Memory Stick PRO" and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" can use 8cm DVD-Rs, 8cm DVD-RWs and 8cm DVD+RWs only. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for details. Notes on a circuit different from that to which the...
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...DVD-R. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to a malfunction of recording media and accessories are subject to change without notice. • The illustrations used on this manual are based on the model DCR-DVD305. • Disc in each local language are used on your camcorder ...if recording or playback is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. DVD +RW • The on-screen displays in this first (continued) On recording • Before starting to record, test...
...DVD-R. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to a malfunction of recording media and accessories are subject to change without notice. • The illustrations used on this manual are based on the model DCR-DVD305. • Disc in each local language are used on your camcorder ...if recording or playback is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. DVD +RW • The on-screen displays in this first (continued) On recording • Before starting to record, test...
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... LIGHT) 10 using your camcorder 25 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder 26 Step 5: Using the touch panel 27 Step 6: Setting the date and time 28 Step 7: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo 29 Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-DVD205/DVD305/DVD705/DVD755 32 Easy Handycam -
... LIGHT) 10 using your camcorder 25 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder 26 Step 5: Using the touch panel 27 Step 6: Setting the date and time 28 Step 7: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo 29 Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-DVD205/DVD305/DVD705/DVD755 32 Easy Handycam -
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... 50 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 51 Remote Commander (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 53 Playing the picture on a TV 54 Playback on DVD devices Making the disc compatible with playback on DVD devices or DVD drives (Finalizing 56 Playing back a disc on DVD devices, etc 60 Playing back a disc on a computer...Using the Recorded disc (DVD-RW/DVD+RW) Recording additional scenes after finalizing 63 Deleting all of the scenes on the disc (Formatting 64 Using the Setup items Using the Setup items 66 Setup items 68 CAMERA SET 70 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions ...
... 50 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 51 Remote Commander (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 53 Playing the picture on a TV 54 Playback on DVD devices Making the disc compatible with playback on DVD devices or DVD drives (Finalizing 56 Playing back a disc on DVD devices, etc 60 Playing back a disc on a computer...Using the Recorded disc (DVD-RW/DVD+RW) Recording additional scenes after finalizing 63 Deleting all of the scenes on the disc (Formatting 64 Using the Setup items Using the Setup items 66 Setup items 68 CAMERA SET 70 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions ...
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...) PICT.APPLI 77 Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/playback (PICT.EFFECT/D.EFFECT, etc.) DISC SET (DCR-DVD105/DVD205/DVD605/DVD705) / MEDIA SET (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 79 Settings for discs and "Memory Stick Duo" (FORMAT/FINALIZE/UNFINALIZE, etc.) STANDARD SET 80 Settings while ... 84 (CLOCK SET/AREA SET/LANGUAGE, etc.) Customizing Personal Menu 85 Editing on DVD Handycam Copying the still images (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 87 Deleting still images from the "Memory Stick Duo" (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 89 Editing the original data 90 Creating the Playlist 91 Playing the Playlist...
...) PICT.APPLI 77 Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/playback (PICT.EFFECT/D.EFFECT, etc.) DISC SET (DCR-DVD105/DVD205/DVD605/DVD705) / MEDIA SET (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 79 Settings for discs and "Memory Stick Duo" (FORMAT/FINALIZE/UNFINALIZE, etc.) STANDARD SET 80 Settings while ... 84 (CLOCK SET/AREA SET/LANGUAGE, etc.) Customizing Personal Menu 85 Editing on DVD Handycam Copying the still images (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 87 Deleting still images from the "Memory Stick Duo" (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 89 Editing the original data 90 Creating the Playlist 91 Playing the Playlist...
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...the disc or "Memory Stick Duo." • Some models may not support wide screen and 5.1ch surround recording. * DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) is a high-capacity optical disc. 14 A disc can store both movie and still images. ...angle of view as a wide TV. It is touch the scene you want to do with your DVD Handycam Your DVD Handycam records image data on disc last forever. Since no rewinding is no matter how many times you ..., you can start shooting any time you desire. Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do is more convenient than video tape and far more versatile.
...the disc or "Memory Stick Duo." • Some models may not support wide screen and 5.1ch surround recording. * DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) is a high-capacity optical disc. 14 A disc can store both movie and still images. ...angle of view as a wide TV. It is touch the scene you want to do with your DVD Handycam Your DVD Handycam records image data on disc last forever. Since no rewinding is no matter how many times you ..., you can start shooting any time you desire. Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do is more convenient than video tape and far more versatile.
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...Picture Package, the software supplied with your DVD Handycam allows you can be quickly transferred to provide full sound on a home DVD device, DVD recorder or DVD drive of devices Playback on a DVD device or DVD drive (p.40, 56) You can play back recorded DVD on a wide TV with complete panoramic... family and friends. ** Finalizing: a process to make it possible to create your original DVD. Computers with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) provide even faster image transfer. Enjoying with your DVD Handycam A recorded disc can be played back on a variety of a computer that supports 8cm disc...
...Picture Package, the software supplied with your DVD Handycam allows you can be quickly transferred to provide full sound on a home DVD device, DVD recorder or DVD drive of devices Playback on a DVD device or DVD drive (p.40, 56) You can play back recorded DVD on a wide TV with complete panoramic... family and friends. ** Finalizing: a process to make it possible to create your original DVD. Computers with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) provide even faster image transfer. Enjoying with your DVD Handycam A recorded disc can be played back on a variety of a computer that supports 8cm disc...
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..., especially after finalizing. Playing back recordings on your camcorder (90) - In this manual, VIDEO mode is compatible with most recent image can be recorded on other DVD devices if you finalize the disc (40, 56) z - A finalized disc can record them on the... a new disc, format it with your DVD Handycam (p.29). *4 Do not use a DVD-RW, you use a DVD+RW before finalizing in DVD devices that is compatible with 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW and DVD+RW. z z z Deleting recordings freely (90) - z - Choosing a disc Your DVD Handycam is indicated as and VR mode as this...
..., especially after finalizing. Playing back recordings on your camcorder (90) - In this manual, VIDEO mode is compatible with most recent image can be recorded on other DVD devices if you finalize the disc (40, 56) z - A finalized disc can record them on the... a new disc, format it with your DVD Handycam (p.29). *4 Do not use a DVD-RW, you use a DVD+RW before finalizing in DVD devices that is compatible with 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW and DVD+RW. z z z Deleting recordings freely (90) - z - Choosing a disc Your DVD Handycam is indicated as and VR mode as this...
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...Recording time HQ (High Quality) approx. 20 (18) SP (Standard Play) approx. 30 (18) LP (Long Play) approx. 60 (44) Your DVD Handycam uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to record both sides of recording /playback, we recommend that side only. Finalizing...allow you bought, the disc has a mark. Disc use Sony discs or discs with the outwards until it over to remove the disc from your DVD Handycam. * Depending on the A side Place the disc in your DVD Handycam Recording time Recording time per disc side The minimum recording ...
...Recording time HQ (High Quality) approx. 20 (18) SP (Standard Play) approx. 30 (18) LP (Long Play) approx. 60 (44) Your DVD Handycam uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to record both sides of recording /playback, we recommend that side only. Finalizing...allow you bought, the disc has a mark. Disc use Sony discs or discs with the outwards until it over to remove the disc from your DVD Handycam. * Depending on the A side Place the disc in your DVD Handycam Recording time Recording time per disc side The minimum recording ...
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... recorded To use one disc images repeatedly What would you have just anytime (p.90). Deleting and editing images in your DVD Handycam Playing back disc on a various DVD devices The disc can be played back even without finalizing 2Shooting, deleting and editing You cannot (See pages 36, 42... (p.54). recorded (p.50). 3Viewing on the right page 18 Using your DVD Handycam 1Preparing (See page 20 to do after recording? The disc can be played back on various DVD devices * Select the mode on your DVD Handycam (See pages 38 and 44) You can only delete the a recorded ...
... recorded To use one disc images repeatedly What would you have just anytime (p.90). Deleting and editing images in your DVD Handycam Playing back disc on a various DVD devices The disc can be played back even without finalizing 2Shooting, deleting and editing You cannot (See pages 36, 42... (p.54). recorded (p.50). 3Viewing on the right page 18 Using your DVD Handycam 1Preparing (See page 20 to do after recording? The disc can be played back on various DVD devices * Select the mode on your DVD Handycam (See pages 38 and 44) You can only delete the a recorded ...
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... after finalizing. Recordings can be added without finalizing. Recordings cannot be played back without unfinalizing. Playback compatibility Playback compatibility with your DVD device or consult your DVD Handycam on disc type. Unfinalizing allows you need to finalize it takes time to finalize the disc. For details, see page 56. Refer to add recordings...
... after finalizing. Recordings can be added without finalizing. Recordings cannot be played back without unfinalizing. Playback compatibility Playback compatibility with your DVD device or consult your DVD Handycam on disc type. Unfinalizing allows you need to finalize it takes time to finalize the disc. For details, see page 56. Refer to add recordings...
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... indicates the number of the grip belt. 20 CD-ROM "Picture Package Ver.1.8.1" (1) (p.103) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) CD-ROM "Nero Express 6" (1) (p.103) (For DCR-DVD105/DVD205/ DVD605/DVD705) Use when copying a disc recorded with your camcorder onto a 12cm DVD. Operating Guide (This manual) (1) To attach the lens cap Thread the string of the lens...
... indicates the number of the grip belt. 20 CD-ROM "Picture Package Ver.1.8.1" (1) (p.103) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) CD-ROM "Nero Express 6" (1) (p.103) (For DCR-DVD105/DVD205/ DVD605/DVD705) Use when copying a disc recorded with your camcorder onto a 12cm DVD. Operating Guide (This manual) (1) To attach the lens cap Thread the string of the lens...
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... the disc cover OPEN switch in the direction of your camcorder is on the LCD screen. Then the opening melody sounds once, and the camcorder beeps. Getting Started Step 7: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo" Inserting a disc A new 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW is turned off. Disc cover OPEN switch Pickup lens ACCESS...
... the disc cover OPEN switch in the direction of your camcorder is on the LCD screen. Then the opening melody sounds once, and the camcorder beeps. Getting Started Step 7: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo" Inserting a disc A new 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW is turned off. Disc cover OPEN switch Pickup lens ACCESS...
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...time to step 7. xDVD+RW Select the aspect ratio of movie to step 6. • During Easy Handycam operation (p.34), [Format the disc? However, the disc can start recording on various DVD devices. If you intend to steps after [DISC ACCESS] disappears from the LCD screen. FORMAT : ... step 5. x4:3 You can record wide-angle highresolution pictures. Proceed to change. 16:9 WIDE 4:3 OK x16:9 WIDE You can record to your camcorder (p.90). When the formatting is recommended. Proceed to be damaged. To remove the disc Perform step 1 and 2 to open the disc cover, ...
...time to step 7. xDVD+RW Select the aspect ratio of movie to step 6. • During Easy Handycam operation (p.34), [Format the disc? However, the disc can start recording on various DVD devices. If you intend to steps after [DISC ACCESS] disappears from the LCD screen. FORMAT : ... step 5. x4:3 You can record wide-angle highresolution pictures. Proceed to change. 16:9 WIDE 4:3 OK x16:9 WIDE You can record to your camcorder (p.90). When the formatting is recommended. Proceed to be damaged. To remove the disc Perform step 1 and 2 to open the disc cover, ...
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... push the "Memory Stick Duo" after step 2. • When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder, turn the power off when inserting and removing it from a DVD-RW/DVD+RW, then to use it again to record new pictures, see page 76. 1 Open the Memory Stick Duo cover...Duo cover. Inserting a "Memory Stick Duo" (DCR-DVD305/DVD755) You can use it and information on previously recorded areas appears for about 8 seconds. Do not shake or knock your camcorder is reading/writing data. Getting Started • After your camcorder recognizes the disc, disc information such as the date...
... push the "Memory Stick Duo" after step 2. • When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder, turn the power off when inserting and removing it from a DVD-RW/DVD+RW, then to use it again to record new pictures, see page 76. 1 Open the Memory Stick Duo cover...Duo cover. Inserting a "Memory Stick Duo" (DCR-DVD305/DVD755) You can use it and information on previously recorded areas appears for about 8 seconds. Do not shake or knock your camcorder is reading/writing data. Getting Started • After your camcorder recognizes the disc, disc information such as the date...
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while recording movies - To play back pictures after connecting your camcorder to a TV Set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to [4:3], pictures may differ depending on your TV (16:9/4:3) (p.54). • When viewing 16:9 (wide) ...following situations. - For details, refer to the instruction manuals supplied with [TV TYPE] set to your device. when using a DVD+RW - Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-DVD205/DVD305/ DVD705/DVD755) By recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode, you can enjoy wide-angle, high-resolution pictures. •...
while recording movies - To play back pictures after connecting your camcorder to a TV Set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to [4:3], pictures may differ depending on your TV (16:9/4:3) (p.54). • When viewing 16:9 (wide) ...following situations. - For details, refer to the instruction manuals supplied with [TV TYPE] set to your device. when using a DVD+RW - Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-DVD205/DVD305/ DVD705/DVD755) By recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode, you can enjoy wide-angle, high-resolution pictures. •...
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... try recording page 36 Complete the preparations described in VR mode, you turn on your camcorder (p.90). Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation] appears. • BACK LIGHT (p.47) • Press and hold DISP BATT/INFO (For DCR-DVD205/DVD305/DVD705/DVD755)(p.49) • Review/Review deleting (p.50) To cancel Easy... are automatically fixed to use the editing function on the power. EASY button The settings of the EASY button. Easy Handycam - using a DVD-RW disc formatted in steps 1 to 8 (p.20 to display the available setup items. For details on setup, See page 66.
... try recording page 36 Complete the preparations described in VR mode, you turn on your camcorder (p.90). Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation] appears. • BACK LIGHT (p.47) • Press and hold DISP BATT/INFO (For DCR-DVD205/DVD305/DVD705/DVD755)(p.49) • Review/Review deleting (p.50) To cancel Easy... are automatically fixed to use the editing function on the power. EASY button The settings of the EASY button. Easy Handycam - using a DVD-RW disc formatted in steps 1 to 8 (p.20 to display the available setup items. For details on setup, See page 66.
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...image on each movie clip in the OFF (CHG) position. 1 Press PLAY/EDIT A (or B) The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the "Memory Stick Duo" (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755). • It may take some time to display the VISUAL INDEX screen. • Select tab to play back the first 5 seconds of each... movies. 2 tab: Displays the still images on the disc. 3 tab: Displays the still images on the LCD screen. Previous 6 pictures Next 6 pictures Disc type DVD-RW recording format Appears with ease Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the scene/ previous scene Stop (go to be played back.
...image on each movie clip in the OFF (CHG) position. 1 Press PLAY/EDIT A (or B) The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the "Memory Stick Duo" (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755). • It may take some time to display the VISUAL INDEX screen. • Select tab to play back the first 5 seconds of each... movies. 2 tab: Displays the still images on the disc. 3 tab: Displays the still images on the LCD screen. Previous 6 pictures Next 6 pictures Disc type DVD-RW recording format Appears with ease Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the scene/ previous scene Stop (go to be played back.