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... the settings Other part names and functions Checking/Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting 38 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 39 Remote Commander (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 41 Playing the picture on a TV 42 Playback on DVD devices Making the disc compatible with playback on DVD players... disc (Formatting 51 Using the Setup items Using the Setup items 52 Setup items 54 CAMERA SET 56 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.) STILL SET 61 Settings for still images (BURST/QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE, etc.) 7
... the settings Other part names and functions Checking/Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting 38 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 39 Remote Commander (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 41 Playing the picture on a TV 42 Playback on DVD devices Making the disc compatible with playback on DVD players... disc (Formatting 51 Using the Setup items Using the Setup items 52 Setup items 54 CAMERA SET 56 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.) STILL SET 61 Settings for still images (BURST/QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE, etc.) 7
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... pack (1) (p.18) NP-FP50: Except for DCR-DVD403/ DVD803 NP-FP70: DCR-DVD403/DVD803 CD-ROM "PicturePackage Ver.1.8" (1) (p.82) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.42, 78) USB cable (1) (p.82) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.41) (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803) Attached to the camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the...
... pack (1) (p.18) NP-FP50: Except for DCR-DVD403/ DVD803 NP-FP70: DCR-DVD403/DVD803 CD-ROM "PicturePackage Ver.1.8" (1) (p.82) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.42, 78) USB cable (1) (p.82) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.41) (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803) Attached to the camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the...
Operating Guide
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... takes precedence over the internal microphone (p.81). Built-in stereo microphone (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803) When an external microphone (optional) is displayed for DCRDVD92/DVD602) Point the Remote Commander (p.41) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. Recording lamp The recording lamp lights up to set the operation beep. To cancel...
... takes precedence over the internal microphone (p.81). Built-in stereo microphone (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803) When an external microphone (optional) is displayed for DCRDVD92/DVD602) Point the Remote Commander (p.41) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. Recording lamp The recording lamp lights up to set the operation beep. To cancel...
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Recording/Playback Remote Commander (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Select a desired button or an item with then press ENTER to operate your camcorder (p.37). • To change the battery, see page 111. 41 When you press any of or ENTER ...again, the frame appears at the position where it was displayed last. • Point the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to enter. ENTER ...
Recording/Playback Remote Commander (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Select a desired button or an item with then press ENTER to operate your camcorder (p.37). • To change the battery, see page 111. 41 When you press any of or ENTER ...again, the frame appears at the position where it was displayed last. • Point the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to enter. ENTER ...
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...VOLUME* MULTI-SOUND MICREF LEVEL SUR MONITOR 3) EXT SUR MIC LCD/VF SET TV TYPE 2) USB SPEED 3) DATA CODE DISC REMAIN REMOTE CTRL 3) REC LAMP BEEP* DISP OUTPUT SETUP ROTATE A.SHUT OFF CALIBRATION TIME/LANGU. (p.69) CLOCK SET* AREA SET DST SET/...SUMMERTIME LANGUAGE* Movie − − − − − 1) DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD602/DVD653 2) DCR-DVD203/DVD403/DVD703/DVD803 3) Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 Still Play/Edit − − −...
...VOLUME* MULTI-SOUND MICREF LEVEL SUR MONITOR 3) EXT SUR MIC LCD/VF SET TV TYPE 2) USB SPEED 3) DATA CODE DISC REMAIN REMOTE CTRL 3) REC LAMP BEEP* DISP OUTPUT SETUP ROTATE A.SHUT OFF CALIBRATION TIME/LANGU. (p.69) CLOCK SET* AREA SET DST SET/...SUMMERTIME LANGUAGE* Movie − − − − − 1) DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD602/DVD653 2) DCR-DVD203/DVD403/DVD703/DVD803 3) Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 Still Play/Edit − − −...
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... is performed optically, and after that , up to 20 × zoom is performed digitally. 120 × Up to 120 × zoom is performed digitally. For DCR-DVD403/DVD803 OFF Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically. 20 × Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically, and after that up... You can select the maximum zoom level in case you select the zooming level. When viewed on the LCD screen/ viewfinder with the Remote Commander (Except for the screen on which it will be displayed. 4:3 Standard setting (to record pictures to be played back on a 4:3 TV). 16:9 WIDE...
... is performed optically, and after that , up to 20 × zoom is performed digitally. 120 × Up to 120 × zoom is performed digitally. For DCR-DVD403/DVD803 OFF Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically. 20 × Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically, and after that up... You can select the maximum zoom level in case you select the zooming level. When viewed on the LCD screen/ viewfinder with the Remote Commander (Except for the screen on which it will be displayed. 4:3 Standard setting (to record pictures to be played back on a 4:3 TV). 16:9 WIDE...
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... STILL SET Settings for details on selecting setup items. BURST (DCR-DVD203/DVD403/ DVD703/DVD803) You can record pictures using a tripod or the conversion lens (optional). DCR-DVD203/DVD703 1152 × 864 : 4 images 640 × 480 : 13 images DCR-DVD403/DVD803 2016 × 1512 : 3 images 640 × 480...indicators in the following cases: - when [D.EFFECT] is [ON]). while recording movie - BRKTG ( ) Records 3 images consecutively with the Remote Commander. • You may appear to be recorded in the self-timer mode or when you play back in the lengthwise direction. when you...
... STILL SET Settings for details on selecting setup items. BURST (DCR-DVD203/DVD403/ DVD703/DVD803) You can record pictures using a tripod or the conversion lens (optional). DCR-DVD203/DVD703 1152 × 864 : 4 images 640 × 480 : 13 images DCR-DVD403/DVD803 2016 × 1512 : 3 images 640 × 480...indicators in the following cases: - when [D.EFFECT] is [ON]). while recording movie - BRKTG ( ) Records 3 images consecutively with the Remote Commander. • You may appear to be recorded in the self-timer mode or when you play back in the lengthwise direction. when you...
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... displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. • The indicator toggles through the following sequences as you press DATA CODE on the remote commander: DATE/TIME CAMERA DATA OFF (no indication) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602). • Depending on the disc condition... . 68 DISC REMAIN AUTO Displays the remaining disc indicator for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) The default setting is [ON] so that you can use the Remote Commander (p. 41). • Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from responding to a command sent by sliding the POWER switch down to ...
... displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. • The indicator toggles through the following sequences as you press DATA CODE on the remote commander: DATE/TIME CAMERA DATA OFF (no indication) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602). • Depending on the disc condition... . 68 DISC REMAIN AUTO Displays the remaining disc indicator for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) The default setting is [ON] so that you can use the Remote Commander (p. 41). • Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from responding to a command sent by sliding the POWER switch down to ...
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...an external microphone (optional) is connected, it to the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder. The accessory can be turned on or off as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. DCR-DVD403/DVD803: Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803: Extend the view finder, then remove the shoe cover. ... then press down and push it takes precedence over the internal microphone (p. 34). DC IN jack (p.17) REMOTE jack • Connect other optional accessories. Shoe cover A/V (audio/video) jack (p.78) (USB) jack (p.82) (Except ...
...an external microphone (optional) is connected, it to the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder. The accessory can be turned on or off as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. DCR-DVD403/DVD803: Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803: Extend the view finder, then remove the shoe cover. ... then press down and push it takes precedence over the internal microphone (p. 34). DC IN jack (p.17) REMOTE jack • Connect other optional accessories. Shoe cover A/V (audio/video) jack (p.78) (USB) jack (p.82) (Except ...
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...on the LCD screen. • This occurs if you disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet. The picture remains on the screen. • The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p.64). The buttons do not work at all. • Adjust the screen ([CALIBRATION]) (p.110). • If you ...The picture in the viewfinder when the LCD screen is not a malfunction. An unknown indicator appears on the Remote Commander: Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) (p.22, 41). Cancel Easy Handycam operation (p.27). Touch the LCD screen or insert a disc to adjust the lens (p.21). You cannot turn the ...
...on the LCD screen. • This occurs if you disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet. The picture remains on the screen. • The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p.64). The buttons do not work at all. • Adjust the screen ([CALIBRATION]) (p.110). • If you ...The picture in the viewfinder when the LCD screen is not a malfunction. An unknown indicator appears on the Remote Commander: Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) (p.22, 41). Cancel Easy Handycam operation (p.27). Touch the LCD screen or insert a disc to adjust the lens (p.21). You cannot turn the ...
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... holder with the +/- Another DVD device malfunctions when you use the supplied Remote Commander. • Select a commander mode other than DVD 2 for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) The supplied Remote Commander does not function. • Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [OFF] (p.61). The picture appears too bright on the... screen. • Set the NIGHTSHOT or NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to OFF (p.35). Flickering or changes in this case (p.56). Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly. • Remove the conversion lens (optional) as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Cancel [PROGRAM AE] in ...
... holder with the +/- Another DVD device malfunctions when you use the supplied Remote Commander. • Select a commander mode other than DVD 2 for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) The supplied Remote Commander does not function. • Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [OFF] (p.61). The picture appears too bright on the... screen. • Set the NIGHTSHOT or NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to OFF (p.35). Flickering or changes in this case (p.56). Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly. • Remove the conversion lens (optional) as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Cancel [PROGRAM AE] in ...
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... later] appears. This may cause a malfunction to a warm place, moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from your camcorder gets wet, it . • Keep metal contacts clean. • Keep the Remote Commander and button-type battery out of the viewfinder or the LCD screen. - If there is...it by the plug and not the cord. • Do not damage the power cord such as by a Sony dealer before storing it . if any solid object or liquid gets inside your camcorder, and leave it may not be repaired. - Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. If the...
... later] appears. This may cause a malfunction to a warm place, moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from your camcorder gets wet, it . • Keep metal contacts clean. • Keep the Remote Commander and button-type battery out of the viewfinder or the LCD screen. - If there is...it by the plug and not the cord. • Do not damage the power cord such as by a Sony dealer before storing it . if any solid object or liquid gets inside your camcorder, and leave it may not be repaired. - Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. If the...
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.... Do not touch the pickup lens directly during cleaning because this may cause the camcorder to OFF (CHG). pickup lens Care and storage of the camera lens • Wipe the surface of the Remote Commander (Except for DCR-DVD92/ DVD602) While pressing on the lens surface. - It is ...exposed to little dirt or dust. • To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as you do not use your camcorder with a blower (not supplied). Tab ...
.... Do not touch the pickup lens directly during cleaning because this may cause the camcorder to OFF (CHG). pickup lens Care and storage of the camera lens • Wipe the surface of the Remote Commander (Except for DCR-DVD92/ DVD602) While pressing on the lens surface. - It is ...exposed to little dirt or dust. • To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as you do not use your camcorder with a blower (not supplied). Tab ...
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Replace only with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Discard used in fire. Use of fire or explosion. 112 In this case, replace the battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Caution Danger of in the Remote Commander. Do not use batteries other ...than the CR2025. • When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may present a risk of another battery may not function properly. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of explosion ...
Replace only with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Discard used in fire. Use of fire or explosion. 112 In this case, replace the battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Caution Danger of in the Remote Commander. Do not use batteries other ...than the CR2025. • When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may present a risk of another battery may not function properly. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of explosion ...
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... (lux) (in the NightShot plus function)*3 DCR-DVD203/DVD703: 7 1x (lux) (F1.8) 0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot plus function)*3 DCR-DVD403/DVD803: 5 1x (lux) (F1.8) 0 lx (lux) (in this format can have additional information such as your camcorder's setting information at Load impedance 47 kΩ... (kilohms)), Input impedance more than 47 kΩ (kilohms), Output impedance less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) DCR-DVD103/DVD203/DVD403/ DVD653/DVD703/DVD803 Audio/Video input/output USB jack REMOTE...
... (lux) (in the NightShot plus function)*3 DCR-DVD203/DVD703: 7 1x (lux) (F1.8) 0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot plus function)*3 DCR-DVD403/DVD803: 5 1x (lux) (F1.8) 0 lx (lux) (in this format can have additional information such as your camcorder's setting information at Load impedance 47 kΩ... (kilohms)), Input impedance more than 47 kΩ (kilohms), Output impedance less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) DCR-DVD103/DVD203/DVD403/ DVD653/DVD703/DVD803 Audio/Video input/output USB jack REMOTE...
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... battery pack See Battery Recording 28, 32 Recording time 18 REC lamp 37, 68 REC MODE 65 REC START/STOP 32 Remaining battery 37 Remote Commander 41 Remote sensor 37 RESET 37 Review 38 Review deleting 38 S Self-diagnosis display ........ 101 SELF-TIMER 59 SEPIA 64 Setup 52 CAMERA SET 56 DISC...
... battery pack See Battery Recording 28, 32 Recording time 18 REC lamp 37, 68 REC MODE 65 REC START/STOP 32 Remaining battery 37 Remote Commander 41 Remote sensor 37 RESET 37 Review 38 Review deleting 38 S Self-diagnosis display ........ 101 SELF-TIMER 59 SEPIA 64 Setup 52 CAMERA SET 56 DISC...