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... be walked on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the set from battery power, or other ). Cleaning Unplug the set through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that it . Never cover the...
... be walked on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the set from battery power, or other ). Cleaning Unplug the set through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that it . Never cover the...
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...radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used rechargeable batteries to radio or television reception, which can help preserve our environment by returning your Sony dealer regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call upon your used in the U.S.A. AC- The number ...Lithium-Ion batteries. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are located on , the user is subject to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD305 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc...
...radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used rechargeable batteries to radio or television reception, which can help preserve our environment by returning your Sony dealer regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call upon your used in the U.S.A. AC- The number ...Lithium-Ion batteries. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are located on , the user is subject to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD305 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc...
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...DVD-Rs, 8cm DVD-RWs and 8cm DVD+RWs only. Use the discs 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 types of operations guides. -...cannot use any type of memory card except "Memory Stick Duo." • "Memory Stick PRO" and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" can use in CANADA "Battery pack" THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Read this first (continued) - Increase the separation ...
...DVD-Rs, 8cm DVD-RWs and 8cm DVD+RWs only. Use the discs 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 types of operations guides. -...cannot use any type of memory card except "Memory Stick Duo." • "Memory Stick PRO" and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" can use in CANADA "Battery pack" THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Read this first (continued) - Increase the separation ...
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...low light conditions, such as at the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to another device with "Memory Stick" compatible equipment (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) Be sure to insert the connector plug in the proper direction. When using a "Memory Stick Duo" with a USB cable etc...is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. to apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder. • Before connecting your camcorder to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from being broken or recorded pictures from the camcorder. - Black point White, red, blue or green point •...
...low light conditions, such as at the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to another device with "Memory Stick" compatible equipment (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) Be sure to insert the connector plug in the proper direction. When using a "Memory Stick Duo" with a USB cable etc...is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. to apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder. • Before connecting your camcorder to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from being broken or recorded pictures from the camcorder. - Black point White, red, blue or green point •...
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... your DVD Handycam 14 Choosing a disc 16 Using your DVD Handycam 18 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 20 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 21 Step 3: Turning the power on, and holding your camcorder with automatic settings Using Easy Handycam operation 34 Recording with ease 36 Playing...44 Functions used for recording/playback, etc 46 Recording To use zoom To record sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) To record in dark places (NightShot plus) To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects (BACK LIGHT) 10 Table of the recording picture...
... your DVD Handycam 14 Choosing a disc 16 Using your DVD Handycam 18 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 20 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 21 Step 3: Turning the power on, and holding your camcorder with automatic settings Using Easy Handycam operation 34 Recording with ease 36 Playing...44 Functions used for recording/playback, etc 46 Recording To use zoom To record sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) To record in dark places (NightShot plus) To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects (BACK LIGHT) 10 Table of the recording picture...
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... (Slide show) Recording/playback To check the remaining battery To turn off the operation confirmation beep To initialize the settings (RESET) Other part names and functions Checking/Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting 50 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 51 Remote Commander (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 53 Playing the picture on a TV 54...
... (Slide show) Recording/playback To check the remaining battery To turn off the operation confirmation beep To initialize the settings (RESET) Other part names and functions Checking/Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting 50 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 51 Remote Commander (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 53 Playing the picture on a TV 54...
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 109 Warning indicators and messages 127 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 132 About the disc 134 About the "Memory Stick" (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 135 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 137 Maintenance and precautions 139 Specifications 143 Glossary, Index Glossary 146 Index...148 13
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 109 Warning indicators and messages 127 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 132 About the disc 134 About the "Memory Stick" (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 135 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 137 Maintenance and precautions 139 Specifications 143 Glossary, Index Glossary 146 Index...148 13
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... with your camcorder. Lens cap (1) (p.25) Surround microphone ECM-L100 (1) (p.46) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.54, 96, 98, 102) USB cable (1) (p.100, 102) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.53) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. CD-ROM "Picture Package Ver.1.8.1" (1) (p.103) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) CD-ROM "Nero Express 6" (1) (p.103) (For...
... with your camcorder. Lens cap (1) (p.25) Surround microphone ECM-L100 (1) (p.46) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.54, 96, 98, 102) USB cable (1) (p.100, 102) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.53) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. CD-ROM "Picture Package Ver.1.8.1" (1) (p.103) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) CD-ROM "Nero Express 6" (1) (p.103) (For...
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.... DC IN jack cover Match the v mark on the DC plug with excess force may lead to camcorder malfunction such as deterioration in battery pack performance or difficulty in the direction of the arrow until it to OFF (CHG) (The default setting). 3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC ... your camcorder. (See the reverse side of the arrow to set it clicks. 2 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the battery pack for the model number.) Installing the battery pack with v mark on your camcorder. 4 Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. The CHG (charge...
.... DC IN jack cover Match the v mark on the DC plug with excess force may lead to camcorder malfunction such as deterioration in battery pack performance or difficulty in the direction of the arrow until it to OFF (CHG) (The default setting). 3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC ... your camcorder. (See the reverse side of the arrow to set it clicks. 2 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the battery pack for the model number.) Installing the battery pack with v mark on your camcorder. 4 Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. The CHG (charge...
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To use an outside power source Make the same connections as you do not intend to OFF (CHG). The battery pack will not lose its charge in this case. For DCR-DVD105/DVD605 Battery pack Continuous Typical recording recording time time* NP-FP50 (supplied) 100 045 115 050 NP-FP70 215 095 240... 110 NP-FP71 255 115 290 130 NP-FP90 385 175 435 195 For DCR-DVD205/DVD705 Battery pack Continuous Typical recording recording time time* NP-FP50 (supplied) 080 040 085 040 090 045 NP-FP70 170 085 185 090 190 ...
To use an outside power source Make the same connections as you do not intend to OFF (CHG). The battery pack will not lose its charge in this case. For DCR-DVD105/DVD605 Battery pack Continuous Typical recording recording time time* NP-FP50 (supplied) 100 045 115 050 NP-FP70 215 095 240... 110 NP-FP71 255 115 290 130 NP-FP90 385 175 435 195 For DCR-DVD205/DVD705 Battery pack Continuous Typical recording recording time time* NP-FP50 (supplied) 080 040 085 040 090 045 NP-FP70 170 085 185 090 190 ...
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... 085 100 NP-FP70 185 215 NP-FP71 220 255 NP-FP90 335 385 For DCR-DVD305/DVD755 Battery pack LCD screen LCD screen opened* closed . On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even ...camcorder in low temperatures. • The available recording and playback time will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions. - For DCR-DVD305/DVD755 Battery pack Continuous Typical recording recording time time* NP-FP50 (supplied) 075 035 085 040 090 045 NP-FP70 160 080 180 090...
... 085 100 NP-FP70 185 215 NP-FP71 220 255 NP-FP90 335 385 For DCR-DVD305/DVD755 Battery pack LCD screen LCD screen opened* closed . On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even ...camcorder in low temperatures. • The available recording and playback time will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions. - For DCR-DVD305/DVD755 Battery pack Continuous Typical recording recording time time* NP-FP50 (supplied) 075 035 085 040 090 045 NP-FP70 160 080 180 090...
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If any trouble occurs while using the adaptor, immediately shut off . 24 This may cause a malfunction. Step 2: Charging the battery pack (continued) On the AC Adaptor • Connect the AC Adaptor to an easily accessible wall outlet close by disconnecting the plug from the wall ... AC power source (house current) as long as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. PRECAUTION • The set itself has been turned off the power by .
If any trouble occurs while using the adaptor, immediately shut off . 24 This may cause a malfunction. Step 2: Charging the battery pack (continued) On the AC Adaptor • Connect the AC Adaptor to an easily accessible wall outlet close by disconnecting the plug from the wall ... AC power source (house current) as long as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. PRECAUTION • The set itself has been turned off the power by .
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... your camcorder correctly. Green button (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images To turn off the power Slide the POWER switch to save battery power. ([A.SHUT OFF], p.84). 25 When you turn on the power of your camcorder To record, slide the POWER switch to turn on the respective...
... your camcorder correctly. Green button (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images To turn off the power Slide the POWER switch to save battery power. ([A.SHUT OFF], p.84). 25 When you turn on the power of your camcorder To record, slide the POWER switch to turn on the respective...
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... is convenient during playback operations. Viewfinder Extend the viewfinder until disappears. • See [LCD/VF SET] - [LCD BRIGHT] (p.81) to save battery power. The recorded picture will not be affected by the setting. This is clear. • You can close it with the LCD panel closed to... make the battery last longer (For DCR-DVD205/DVD305/DVD705/ DVD755) Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO until it clicks. 1 90 degrees to 2 90 degrees the camcorder (max.) •...
... is convenient during playback operations. Viewfinder Extend the viewfinder until disappears. • See [LCD/VF SET] - [LCD BRIGHT] (p.81) to save battery power. The recorded picture will not be affected by the setting. This is clear. • You can close it with the LCD panel closed to... make the battery last longer (For DCR-DVD205/DVD305/DVD705/ DVD755) Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO until it clicks. 1 90 degrees to 2 90 degrees the camcorder (max.) •...
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In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder for the first time. For midnight, .... The clock starts. Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory.
In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder for the first time. For midnight, .... The clock starts. Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory.
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... the recording format for DVD+RW, then touch . x4:3 You can play back pictures on the DVD-RW/ DVD+RW. • Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor while formatting. The [DISC ACCESS] screen appears. In that support VR mode when you finalize it . 30 6 Select the...
... the recording format for DVD+RW, then touch . x4:3 You can play back pictures on the DVD-RW/ DVD+RW. • Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor while formatting. The [DISC ACCESS] screen appears. In that support VR mode when you finalize it . 30 6 Select the...
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Inserting a "Memory Stick Duo" (DCR-DVD305/DVD755) You can use it and information on the image quality or the image size. Otherwise, image data may be damaged. • Make sure that the "Memory Stick Duo" does not pop up and drop off , eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack. For details...
Inserting a "Memory Stick Duo" (DCR-DVD305/DVD755) You can use it and information on the image quality or the image size. Otherwise, image data may be damaged. • Make sure that the "Memory Stick Duo" does not pop up and drop off , eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack. For details...
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... written onto the disc or "Memory Stick Duo" (For DCRDVD305/DVD755). Flashing bLights up the (Still) lamp. 2 Select the recording media for still images (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755). 1 Touch t [STILL MEDIA]. 2 Select the media for recording still images, then touch . To check or delete the last recording (Review/Review deleting) See page... default setting is [MEMORY STICK]. 1 2 The number of recordable still images and recording media 3 Press PHOTO lightly to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the battery or AC Adaptor. 43
... written onto the disc or "Memory Stick Duo" (For DCRDVD305/DVD755). Flashing bLights up the (Still) lamp. 2 Select the recording media for still images (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755). 1 Touch t [STILL MEDIA]. 2 Select the media for recording still images, then touch . To check or delete the last recording (Review/Review deleting) See page... default setting is [MEMORY STICK]. 1 2 The number of recordable still images and recording media 3 Press PHOTO lightly to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the battery or AC Adaptor. 43
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... more images can check the movie. Touch [ DISPLAY] in STANDARD SET to display the VISUAL INDEX screen. Useful functions on the "Memory Stick Duo" (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755). • It may take some time to set the number of the tab that appear in sequence, so you can be displayed at the.... Playback Remove the lens cap. Zoom lever POWER switch PLAY/EDITB PLAY/EDIT A 1 Slide the POWER switch to play back the movie and make the battery last longer (p.83). 44
... more images can check the movie. Touch [ DISPLAY] in STANDARD SET to display the VISUAL INDEX screen. Useful functions on the "Memory Stick Duo" (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755). • It may take some time to set the number of the tab that appear in sequence, so you can be displayed at the.... Playback Remove the lens cap. Zoom lever POWER switch PLAY/EDITB PLAY/EDIT A 1 Slide the POWER switch to play back the movie and make the battery last longer (p.83). 44
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...BATTERY INFO appears on page 83. To turn off the operation confirmation beep 6 See [BEEP] on the screen to extend the indication to the 20-second maximum. The default setting is connected, it takes precedence over the internal microphone (For DCR-DVD305/ DVD755)(p.102). 8 Remote sensor (For DCR-DVD305... want to display in stereo microphone When an external microphone (supplied or optional) is [ON] (continuous playback). • You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show. Touch to OFF (CHG), then press DISP/BATT INFO qs. Remaining battery (approx.) Recording capacity...
...BATTERY INFO appears on page 83. To turn off the operation confirmation beep 6 See [BEEP] on the screen to extend the indication to the 20-second maximum. The default setting is connected, it takes precedence over the internal microphone (For DCR-DVD305/ DVD755)(p.102). 8 Remote sensor (For DCR-DVD305... want to display in stereo microphone When an external microphone (supplied or optional) is [ON] (continuous playback). • You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show. Touch to OFF (CHG), then press DISP/BATT INFO qs. Remaining battery (approx.) Recording capacity...