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... technology, you can capture it in a compatible DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ player.6 Hybrid Recording Technology Lets you record digital videos and photos to your camcorder's built-in hard disk drive (HDD), or to removable Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media. 1/8" Advanced ...® image stabilization to removable media-without a PC. 2.7" Touch Panel LCD Display3 Provides excellent viewing clarity with the Sony® DCR-DVD650 Handycam® Camcorder. And with a variety of scenes and automatically creates indexes set at specified display intervals Additional Features: •...
... technology, you can capture it in a compatible DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ player.6 Hybrid Recording Technology Lets you record digital videos and photos to your camcorder's built-in hard disk drive (HDD), or to removable Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media. 1/8" Advanced ...® image stabilization to removable media-without a PC. 2.7" Touch Panel LCD Display3 Provides excellent viewing clarity with the Sony® DCR-DVD650 Handycam® Camcorder. And with a variety of scenes and automatically creates indexes set at specified display intervals Additional Features: •...
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...N/A N/A Sold separately (via A/V Remote jack) N/A N/A N/A N/A CONVENIENCE Hybrid Hybrid Plus Quick On CONVENIENCE FEATURES Image Stabilization White Balance Fader Effects Scene Selection Mode...Sony DVD-R and DVD-RW media recommended. Dual Layer - DVD and Blu-ray Disc media/formats are simulated. Reproduction in whole or in Zoom Microphone 3" (8cm) DVD (DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD+R DL)6 Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (Sold Separately) Single Layer - Sony, the Sony...NightShot are subject to 715 min. DCR-DVD650 Legacy Handycam® Camcorder Specifications IMAGER Imaging Device ...
...N/A N/A Sold separately (via A/V Remote jack) N/A N/A N/A N/A CONVENIENCE Hybrid Hybrid Plus Quick On CONVENIENCE FEATURES Image Stabilization White Balance Fader Effects Scene Selection Mode...Sony DVD-R and DVD-RW media recommended. Dual Layer - DVD and Blu-ray Disc media/formats are simulated. Reproduction in whole or in Zoom Microphone 3" (8cm) DVD (DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD+R DL)6 Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (Sold Separately) Single Layer - Sony, the Sony...NightShot are subject to 715 min. DCR-DVD650 Legacy Handycam® Camcorder Specifications IMAGER Imaging Device ...
Operating Guide
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Printed in China US Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-DVD650/DVD850 4-125-249-11(1) Enjoying with Your Camcorder 13 Getting Started 21 Recording/Playback 34 Editing 49 Utilizing Media 67 Customizing Your 79 Camcorder Performing with Your 95 Computer Troubleshooting 102 Additional 114 Information ...ía rápida en español © 2009 Sony Corporation Additional information on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)free vegetable oil based ink. http://www.sony.net/ Printed on this product and answers to frequently asked questions...
Printed in China US Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-DVD650/DVD850 4-125-249-11(1) Enjoying with Your Camcorder 13 Getting Started 21 Recording/Playback 34 Editing 49 Utilizing Media 67 Customizing Your 79 Camcorder Performing with Your 95 Computer Troubleshooting 102 Additional 114 Information ...ía rápida en español © 2009 Sony Corporation Additional information on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)free vegetable oil based ink. http://www.sony.net/ Printed on this product and answers to frequently asked questions...
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... to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. DCRSerial No. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire...
... to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. DCRSerial No. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire...
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Continued , 3 Install in accordance with one wider than the other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. • Do not defeat the safety purpose of time. A polarized plug has two blades with the manufacturer's instructions. • Do not install near water. • Clean only with the apparatus. If the provided plug does not fit into your safety. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Do not...
Continued , 3 Install in accordance with one wider than the other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. • Do not defeat the safety purpose of time. A polarized plug has two blades with the manufacturer's instructions. • Do not install near water. • Clean only with the apparatus. If the provided plug does not fit into your safety. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Do not...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) • Refer all servicing to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. • If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet. 4 Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) • Refer all servicing to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. • If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet. 4 Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to qualified service personnel.
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.... Battery pack This device complies with the specified type only. Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. • Dispose of procedures other than those specified herein may result. Use... the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using your camcorder. This Class B digital apparatus complies with the battery terminals. • Do...
.... Battery pack This device complies with the specified type only. Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. • Dispose of procedures other than those specified herein may result. Use... the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using your camcorder. This Class B digital apparatus complies with the battery terminals. • Do...
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...) - Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the following discs only. - 8cm DVD-RW - 8cm DVD+RW - 8cm DVD-R - 8cm DVD+R DL If this equipment. 6 Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with two kinds of the...Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD850 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD650 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION You are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in this manual could void your camcorder You can use ...
...) - Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the following discs only. - 8cm DVD-RW - 8cm DVD+RW - 8cm DVD-R - 8cm DVD+R DL If this equipment. 6 Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with two kinds of the...Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD850 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD650 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION You are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in this manual could void your camcorder You can use ...
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... media into the terminal will damage the terminal and may in this manual. • You cannot use "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media of your camcorder to as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media in a few case cause unsatisfactory recording/playback. b Note • Using an uncertificated disc may result in...Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or a "Memory Stick Duo" media adaptor. • When using Sony discs. Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following when either with marks listed below. to insert the connector plug in your...
... media into the terminal will damage the terminal and may in this manual. • You cannot use "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media of your camcorder to as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media in a few case cause unsatisfactory recording/playback. b Note • Using an uncertificated disc may result in...Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or a "Memory Stick Duo" media adaptor. • When using Sony discs. Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following when either with marks listed below. to insert the connector plug in your...
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... for long periods of time may not be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. About language setting The on another type of media first (p. 54, 64), and then format the media (p. 73... on the internal memory, the data may cause malfunctions. • Do not aim at dusk. Change the screen language before operating your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). DCR-DVD650 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for About disposal/transfer (DCRDVD850) Even if you perform [ EMPTY] (p. 78) to prevent the recovery of your...
... for long periods of time may not be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. About language setting The on another type of media first (p. 54, 64), and then format the media (p. 73... on the internal memory, the data may cause malfunctions. • Do not aim at dusk. Change the screen language before operating your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). DCR-DVD650 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for About disposal/transfer (DCRDVD850) Even if you perform [ EMPTY] (p. 78) to prevent the recovery of your...
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... video cameras and offers a quality typical of media you actually see. • Discs in this manual refers to 8cm DVD discs. • In this manual, the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), a disc and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are called the media. • Unless otherwise specifically indicated, ... subject coming into the lens. MTF = Modulation Transfer Function. About the marks used in this manual • The operations available depend on DCR-DVD850. • Design and specifications of light from what you can use for a particular operation. The following marks are subject to indicate...
... video cameras and offers a quality typical of media you actually see. • Discs in this manual refers to 8cm DVD discs. • In this manual, the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), a disc and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are called the media. • Unless otherwise specifically indicated, ... subject coming into the lens. MTF = Modulation Transfer Function. About the marks used in this manual • The operations available depend on DCR-DVD850. • Design and specifications of light from what you can use for a particular operation. The following marks are subject to indicate...
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...Capturing a still image from a movie 53 Dubbing/copying images to media within your camcorder 54 Protecting images 57 Dividing movies 60 Creating the Playlist 61 Dubbing movies to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders 64 Checking battery information ........ 66 Utilizing Media (MANAGE MEDIA) category ...back with ease (Easy Handycam operation) ....... 34 Recording 38 Zooming 40 10 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-DVD850) ........ 40 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects 41 Recording in mirror mode 41 Playback 42 Searching for scenes with pinpoint accuracy...
...Capturing a still image from a movie 53 Dubbing/copying images to media within your camcorder 54 Protecting images 57 Dividing movies 60 Creating the Playlist 61 Dubbing movies to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders 64 Checking battery information ........ 66 Utilizing Media (MANAGE MEDIA) category ...back with ease (Easy Handycam operation) ....... 34 Recording 38 Zooming 40 10 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-DVD850) ........ 40 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects 41 Recording in mirror mode 41 Playback 42 Searching for scenes with pinpoint accuracy...
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...right disc (DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 Repairing the image database file 77 Preventing data on the internal memory from being recovered (DCR-DVD850 78 Customizing Your Camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU 79 Using the HOME MENU 79 List of ... can do with Windows computer 95 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 102 Warning indicators and messages 110 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ....114 File/folder structure on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 118 Maintenance and precautions .....119 About the disc 119 About...
...right disc (DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 Repairing the image database file 77 Preventing data on the internal memory from being recovered (DCR-DVD850 78 Customizing Your Camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU 79 Using the HOME MENU 79 List of ... can do with Windows computer 95 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 102 Warning indicators and messages 110 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ....114 File/folder structure on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 118 Maintenance and precautions .....119 About the disc 119 About...
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Subject examples and solutions Shooting Flowers in close-up Checking your golf swing B PORTRAIT 92 B FOCUS 91 B TELE MACRO 91 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen B SPOT MTR/FCS 90 B FOCUS 91 B SPOT FOCUS 90 Getting a good shot of a ski slope or beach B Backlight 41 B BEACH 92 B SNOW 92 B SPORTS 92 A child on the stage under a spot light B SPOTLIGHT 92 Fireworks with all its splendor B FIREWORKS 92 B FOCUS 91 12
Subject examples and solutions Shooting Flowers in close-up Checking your golf swing B PORTRAIT 92 B FOCUS 91 B TELE MACRO 91 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen B SPOT MTR/FCS 90 B FOCUS 91 B SPOT FOCUS 90 Getting a good shot of a ski slope or beach B Backlight 41 B BEACH 92 B SNOW 92 B SPORTS 92 A child on the stage under a spot light B SPOTLIGHT 92 Fireworks with all its splendor B FIREWORKS 92 B FOCUS 91 12
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... set the media for movies or still images, you can dub movies recorded on the camcorder, you can select desired media for recording/playback/editing from one type of types, see page 54. 13 Enjoying... with Your Camcorder Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to your needs Selecting media You can select either [MOVIE MEDIA SET] ...media to another Using the [MOVIE DUB] function on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to your camcorder.
... set the media for movies or still images, you can dub movies recorded on the camcorder, you can select desired media for recording/playback/editing from one type of types, see page 54. 13 Enjoying... with Your Camcorder Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to your needs Selecting media You can select either [MOVIE MEDIA SET] ...media to another Using the [MOVIE DUB] function on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to your camcorder.
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... movie (51) z z z - - Finalizing required to play the disc in a DVD drive on either the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), an 8cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R or DVD+R DL disc, or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. A finalized disc can be deleted. Refer to the instruction manual of your camcorder, you can be recorded on a side of images). VIDEO...
... movie (51) z z z - - Finalizing required to play the disc in a DVD drive on either the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), an 8cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R or DVD+R DL disc, or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. A finalized disc can be deleted. Refer to the instruction manual of your camcorder, you can be recorded on a side of images). VIDEO...
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...Figures such as 9M and 6M in the recording time of media. This technology causes fluctuations in the table show the average bit rate. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. Figures in ( ) are the approximate...media varies depending on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. M stands for the recordable time on media type and the [REC MODE] (p. 81) setting. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in 2ch stereo. • You can check the recordable time with [MEDIA INFO] (p. 72). • When you use a double-sided ...
...Figures such as 9M and 6M in the recording time of media. This technology causes fluctuations in the table show the average bit rate. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. Figures in ( ) are the approximate...media varies depending on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. M stands for the recordable time on media type and the [REC MODE] (p. 81) setting. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in 2ch stereo. • You can check the recordable time with [MEDIA INFO] (p. 72). • When you use a double-sided ...
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...on a disc. 16 zTips • You can select media separately for movies and still images. Using your camcorder (p. 30). Do you can import images to a computer, and save them on your camcorder 1Selecting media (p. 28) You can select the disc from [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p. 76). 2Recording images ... suits your needs. x Dubbing/copying images to delete images and reuse the disc? Yes No Do you want to delete or edit images on your camcorder (p. 54) x Dubbing movies to other devices (p. 64) x Editing on a computer (p. 95) Using the supplied application software "PMB" (Picture Motion ...
...on a disc. 16 zTips • You can select media separately for movies and still images. Using your camcorder (p. 30). Do you can import images to a computer, and save them on your camcorder 1Selecting media (p. 28) You can select the disc from [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p. 76). 2Recording images ... suits your needs. x Dubbing/copying images to delete images and reuse the disc? Yes No Do you want to delete or edit images on your camcorder (p. 54) x Dubbing movies to other devices (p. 64) x Editing on a computer (p. 95) Using the supplied application software "PMB" (Picture Motion ...
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... unfinalizing. Playback compatibility Playback compatibility with your DVD device or consult your camcorder on the connected TV. bNotes • The less the recording volume of a finalized disc depend on disc type. For details, see page 68. Enjoying with Your Camcorder 4Viewing on other devices, you to add movies... (p. 75). The disc can be played back in most DVD devices after finalizing. The disc can be added even if there is free space left...
... unfinalizing. Playback compatibility Playback compatibility with your DVD device or consult your camcorder on the connected TV. bNotes • The less the recording volume of a finalized disc depend on disc type. For details, see page 68. Enjoying with Your Camcorder 4Viewing on other devices, you to add movies... (p. 75). The disc can be played back in most DVD devices after finalizing. The disc can be added even if there is free space left...
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... 80. *2 The item is available during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34). MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28). *3 You may not be able to use this item depending on your camcorder (p. 79). *1 You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34... MEDIA FORMAT*1 73 UNFINALIZE 75 DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder model. 18 the starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 19) Category B Categories and items of menus " HOME MENU" -
... 80. *2 The item is available during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34). MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28). *3 You may not be able to use this item depending on your camcorder (p. 79). *1 You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34... MEDIA FORMAT*1 73 UNFINALIZE 75 DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder model. 18 the starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 19) Category B Categories and items of menus " HOME MENU" -