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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 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;
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.../REC Counter Disc type (page 6) 40min REC 0:00:01 -R [30min] VIDEO Recording format (page 6) Remaining time This appears after the power is turned on the Remote Commander during playback (page 59). 31 To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on . JAN 1 2004 11:23:45AM Date and time The date...
.../REC Counter Disc type (page 6) 40min REC 0:00:01 -R [30min] VIDEO Recording format (page 6) Remaining time This appears after the power is turned on the Remote Commander during playback (page 59). 31 To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on . JAN 1 2004 11:23:45AM Date and time The date...
Operating Instructions
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... check out the image. Shooting still images 7 Press and hold PHOTO down in this step will be recorded. The brightness of the Remote Commander, the image appearing on , your camcorder is completed when the bar scroll indicator disappears. FINE -R VIDEO The image displayed when you press PHOTO of the image and focus...
... check out the image. Shooting still images 7 Press and hold PHOTO down in this step will be recorded. The brightness of the Remote Commander, the image appearing on , your camcorder is completed when the bar scroll indicator disappears. FINE -R VIDEO The image displayed when you press PHOTO of the image and focus...
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...turns off . - You can neither turn the power off . Super NightShot plus - Do not shock or vibrate the camcorder. - To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback (page 59). •The angle of view for still images is slightly wider compared with the angle ... while CAPTURE appears on the settings for recording may be damaged. - Turn the power on again by pressing the POWER button for 5 minutes, your camcorder powered by setting the (SETUP MENU) - [A.SHUT OFF] menu item to the disc for image quality and image size, and the type of recording...
...turns off . - You can neither turn the power off . Super NightShot plus - Do not shock or vibrate the camcorder. - To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback (page 59). •The angle of view for still images is slightly wider compared with the angle ... while CAPTURE appears on the settings for recording may be damaged. - Turn the power on again by pressing the POWER button for 5 minutes, your camcorder powered by setting the (SETUP MENU) - [A.SHUT OFF] menu item to the disc for image quality and image size, and the type of recording...
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...Images are automatically recorded up to the maximum number depending on the LCD display. Tips •Shooting with the self-timer or the Remote Commander, images are recorded continuously as the settings specified above. CAMERA SET SELFTIMER BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE N. CAMERA SET SELFTIMER BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE...images up to the maximum number possible. •The effect of the disc. •The flash unit (optional) is recommended that you connect your camcorder to a TV or a computer to select [NORMAL] or [EXP BRKTG]. LIGHT RETURN OFF NORMAL EXP BRKTG [ SETUP ] : END 5 ...
...Images are automatically recorded up to the maximum number depending on the LCD display. Tips •Shooting with the self-timer or the Remote Commander, images are recorded continuously as the settings specified above. CAMERA SET SELFTIMER BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE N. CAMERA SET SELFTIMER BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE...images up to the maximum number possible. •The effect of the disc. •The flash unit (optional) is recommended that you connect your camcorder to a TV or a computer to select [NORMAL] or [EXP BRKTG]. LIGHT RETURN OFF NORMAL EXP BRKTG [ SETUP ] : END 5 ...
Operating Instructions
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...- Visual Index The recorded scenes are displayed as a list in the viewfinder. You can find the desired scene quickly using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder Choosing and viewing a recording - If you close the LCD screen, you can control playback using this convenient index. VISUAL INDEX ...button 2 1 Set the mode dial to activate the Remote Commander (page 143). You can monitor the playback picture in the ...
...- Visual Index The recorded scenes are displayed as a list in the viewfinder. You can find the desired scene quickly using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder Choosing and viewing a recording - If you close the LCD screen, you can control playback using this convenient index. VISUAL INDEX ...button 2 1 Set the mode dial to activate the Remote Commander (page 143). You can monitor the playback picture in the ...
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... . To resume normal playback, release the button. Still images To display the next image Press >. Playing a disc on the buttons are different between the camcorder and the Remote Commander. To return to forwarding/reversing or vice versa. 58 To locate a scene while monitoring the picture Press and hold . or > during playback. To...
... . To resume normal playback, release the button. Still images To display the next image Press >. Playing a disc on the buttons are different between the camcorder and the Remote Commander. To return to forwarding/reversing or vice versa. 58 To locate a scene while monitoring the picture Press and hold . or > during playback. To...
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... code). To change date/time and various settings Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback - The display changes as you press the button. Display Press DISPLAY/BATT INFO on your camcorder, or press DISPLAY on your camcorder Displaying the indicators during playback. The indicators switch on or off as follows: date...
... code). To change date/time and various settings Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback - The display changes as you press the button. Display Press DISPLAY/BATT INFO on your camcorder, or press DISPLAY on your camcorder Displaying the indicators during playback. The indicators switch on or off as follows: date...
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... the recorded disc into the VCR. Refer to record over) into your camcorder. DISPLAY/BATT INFO - Insert a blank tape (or a tape you have finished dubbing Stop recording on the VCR, then press x on the Remote Commander - Set the input selector to make the indicators disappear so that ...they will not be superimposed on your camcorder. 2 Prepare the VCR for recording. When you want to the operating instructions of the ...
... the recorded disc into the VCR. Refer to record over) into your camcorder. DISPLAY/BATT INFO - Insert a blank tape (or a tape you have finished dubbing Stop recording on the VCR, then press x on the Remote Commander - Set the input selector to make the indicators disappear so that ...they will not be superimposed on your camcorder. 2 Prepare the VCR for recording. When you want to the operating instructions of the ...
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To set your camcorder. To show the display on the Remote Commander to avoid erroneous remote control operation caused by other equipments' remote control. To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the subject is not aware of the melody. Press DATA CODE on the LCD screen... local area. To deactivate the Remote Commander to display date and time during recording. To cancel the use the daylight savings time. To output the beep instead of the recording. To light up the camera recording lamp on the TV screen. To use of your camcorder during playback. DST SET BEEP...
To set your camcorder. To show the display on the Remote Commander to avoid erroneous remote control operation caused by other equipments' remote control. To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the subject is not aware of the melody. Press DATA CODE on the LCD screen... local area. To deactivate the Remote Commander to display date and time during recording. To cancel the use the daylight savings time. To output the beep instead of the recording. To light up the camera recording lamp on the TV screen. To use of your camcorder during playback. DST SET BEEP...
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...to a wall outlet. (page 18) Your camcorder vibrates. • Vibration occurs depending on the condition of your camcorder and leave it for a long period. • This is working. This is not a malfunction. The Remote Commander supplied with the point sharpened, it ... correctly. (page 143) • The battery is not a malfunction. camcorder periodically. c Your camcorder may be damaged. - Troubleshooting - Types of your camcorder is heard from your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your...
...to a wall outlet. (page 18) Your camcorder vibrates. • Vibration occurs depending on the condition of your camcorder and leave it for a long period. • This is working. This is not a malfunction. The Remote Commander supplied with the point sharpened, it ... correctly. (page 143) • The battery is not a malfunction. camcorder periodically. c Your camcorder may be damaged. - Troubleshooting - Types of your camcorder is heard from your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your...
Operating Instructions
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...47 kΩ (kilohms)) Output impedance of less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) Input impedance of more than 47 kΩ (kilohms) USB jack mini-B REMOTE jack Stereo mini-minijack (ø 2.5 mm) MIC jack Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm) LCD display Picture 8.8 cm (3.5 type) Total number of pixels...See page 14. Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording format DVD-Video DVD-VR (DVD-RW only) Audio recording system 2ch Dolby* Digital Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable discs 8 cm DVD-R and DVD-RW Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Recording/playback ...
...47 kΩ (kilohms)) Output impedance of less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) Input impedance of more than 47 kΩ (kilohms) USB jack mini-B REMOTE jack Stereo mini-minijack (ø 2.5 mm) MIC jack Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm) LCD display Picture 8.8 cm (3.5 type) Total number of pixels...See page 14. Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording format DVD-Video DVD-VR (DVD-RW only) Audio recording system 2ch Dolby* Digital Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable discs 8 cm DVD-R and DVD-RW Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Recording/playback ...
Operating Instructions
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qf Viewfinder lens adjustment dial (page 22) qg POWER button (page 19) qh BATT (battery) release button (page 15) qj DC IN jack (page 16) qk Lens cap (page 28) ql Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Identifying parts and controls qa qj qs qd qk qf qg qh ql qa Mode dial (page 19) qs POWER/CHG lamp (page 16) qd REMOTE jack Use to connect to optional accessories. Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely, and the screw may damage your camcorder. 138
qf Viewfinder lens adjustment dial (page 22) qg POWER button (page 19) qh BATT (battery) release button (page 15) qj DC IN jack (page 16) qk Lens cap (page 28) ql Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Identifying parts and controls qa qj qs qd qk qf qg qh ql qa Mode dial (page 19) qs POWER/CHG lamp (page 16) qd REMOTE jack Use to connect to optional accessories. Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely, and the screw may damage your camcorder. 138
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... has a safety device for an audio input source. Multi-selector (page 23) Notes on and off. Intelligent accessory shoe wa Shoe cover ws Lens wd Remote sensor/Infrared ray emitter wf MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack Connect an external microphone (optional). Identifying parts and controls w;
... has a safety device for an audio input source. Multi-selector (page 23) Notes on and off. Intelligent accessory shoe wa Shoe cover ws Lens wd Remote sensor/Infrared ray emitter wf MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack Connect an external microphone (optional). Identifying parts and controls w;
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... The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder. 1 8 2 3 9 4 q; 5 qa 6 qs 7 qd 1 DATA CODE button (page 59) 2 PHOTO button (page 35) 3 SCAN/ (page 58) SLOW buttons 4 . PREV/> NEXT buttons (page 58) 5 N PLAY button (page ...
... The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder. 1 8 2 3 9 4 q; 5 qa 6 qs 7 qd 1 DATA CODE button (page 59) 2 PHOTO button (page 35) 3 SCAN/ (page 58) SLOW buttons 4 . PREV/> NEXT buttons (page 58) 5 N PLAY button (page ...
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... mistreated. If you use a battery other than the CR2025. •Point the remote sensor away from other Sony DVD players to distinguish your camcorder from strong light sources such as illustrated to the + and - Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of the Remote Commander Insert CR2025 lithium battery by matching the + and - on the battery...
... mistreated. If you use a battery other than the CR2025. •Point the remote sensor away from other Sony DVD players to distinguish your camcorder from strong light sources such as illustrated to the + and - Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of the Remote Commander Insert CR2025 lithium battery by matching the + and - on the battery...
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... time 17 Playlist 76 PORTRAIT 51 PROGRAM AE 51 R Recording format 7 Recording time 17 Remaining battery time indicator 31 Remaining time 117 Remote Commander 142 REMOTE jack 138 RESET 114, 141 Review 55 S Self-diagnosis display .......... 125 Self-timer recording 47 SEPIA 54 SETUP display 110 Shoulder strap...24, 116 Delete 55, 89 DEMO 115 Digital effect 54 Digital zoom 33 Disc dubbing 106 Disc title 67 Disc 6 DISPLAY 59 Divide 84, 87 DVD-R 6 DVD-RW 6 E EXP BRKTG 41 EXPOSURE 43 F, G, H FADER 53 Fade in/out 53 Finalize 64 FINE 38 Flash 111 Folder 71 FOCUS 52...
... time 17 Playlist 76 PORTRAIT 51 PROGRAM AE 51 R Recording format 7 Recording time 17 Remaining battery time indicator 31 Remaining time 117 Remote Commander 142 REMOTE jack 138 RESET 114, 141 Review 55 S Self-diagnosis display .......... 125 Self-timer recording 47 SEPIA 54 SETUP display 110 Shoulder strap...24, 116 Delete 55, 89 DEMO 115 Digital effect 54 Digital zoom 33 Disc dubbing 106 Disc title 67 Disc 6 DISPLAY 59 Divide 84, 87 DVD-R 6 DVD-RW 6 E EXP BRKTG 41 EXPOSURE 43 F, G, H FADER 53 Fade in/out 53 Finalize 64 FINE 38 Flash 111 Folder 71 FOCUS 52...