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...a trademark of Sony DVD-R and DVD-RW media recommended. HQ: 20 min., SP: 30 min., LP 60 min. Sony is not responsible for H series batteries Travel Charger Wide... not universally compatible. 9. DVD and Blu-ray Disc media/formats are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories, Inc. DCR-DVD650 Legacy Handycam® Camcorder Specifications IMAGER Imaging...Hi-speed (2.0 compliant) 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(s) Face Index Film ...
...a trademark of Sony DVD-R and DVD-RW media recommended. HQ: 20 min., SP: 30 min., LP 60 min. Sony is not responsible for H series batteries Travel Charger Wide... not universally compatible. 9. DVD and Blu-ray Disc media/formats are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories, Inc. DCR-DVD650 Legacy Handycam® Camcorder Specifications IMAGER Imaging...Hi-speed (2.0 compliant) 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(s) Face Index Film ...
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... moisture. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Do not expose the batteries to persons. DCRSerial No. ACSerial No. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of electric shock to...
... moisture. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Do not expose the batteries to persons. DCRSerial No. ACSerial No. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of electric shock to...
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...or performance of the FCC Rules. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. Continued , 5 Battery pack This device complies with the specified type only. Read this before operating your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and ...may result. You can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Operation is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. • Dispose of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle ...
...or performance of the FCC Rules. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. Continued , 5 Battery pack This device complies with the specified type only. Read this before operating your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and ...may result. You can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Operation is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. • Dispose of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle ...
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...mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder • When connecting your camcorder to another device with "Memory Stick" media compatible equipment, be sure to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from being broken or recorded images from the camcorder - Pushing the plug forcibly into ...Sony discs. See page 14 for the recordable time of recording/ playback, we recommend using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media with a cable, be sure to as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media in the correct way. Use the discs with marks listed below. Viewfinder LCD screen Battery • The camcorder...
...mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder • When connecting your camcorder to another device with "Memory Stick" media compatible equipment, be sure to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from being broken or recorded images from the camcorder - Pushing the plug forcibly into ...Sony discs. See page 14 for the recordable time of recording/ playback, we recommend using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media with a cable, be sure to as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media in the correct way. Use the discs with marks listed below. Viewfinder LCD screen Battery • The camcorder...
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... 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...various "Media" according to your needs 13 Media for your camcorder 14 Using 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 67 ...
... 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...various "Media" according to your needs 13 Media for your camcorder 14 Using 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 67 ...
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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 ...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 the "Memory Stick" media 120 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 121 About handling of your camcorder 123 Specifications 127 Quick Reference Identifying parts ...
...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 ...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 the "Memory Stick" media 120 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 121 About handling of your camcorder 123 Specifications 127 Quick Reference Identifying parts ...
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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) when you select [INT. " HOME" and " OPTION" - Taking advantage of two types of ... INDEX*1 FILM ROLL*1 FACE*1 PLAYLIST Page 42 44 44 61 (OTHERS) category Items DELETE*2 PHOTO CAPTURE*3 MOVIE DUB*3 PHOTO COPY*3 EDIT PLAYLIST EDIT USB CONNECT BATTERY INFO Page 50 53 54 55 57 61 95 66 Items MOVIE MEDIA SET*1 PHOTO MEDIA SET*1*3 FINALIZE*1 Page 28 28 68 MEDIA INFO 72...
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) when you select [INT. " HOME" and " OPTION" - Taking advantage of two types of ... INDEX*1 FILM ROLL*1 FACE*1 PLAYLIST Page 42 44 44 61 (OTHERS) category Items DELETE*2 PHOTO CAPTURE*3 MOVIE DUB*3 PHOTO COPY*3 EDIT PLAYLIST EDIT USB CONNECT BATTERY INFO Page 50 53 54 55 57 61 95 66 Items MOVIE MEDIA SET*1 PHOTO MEDIA SET*1*3 FINALIZE*1 Page 28 28 68 MEDIA INFO 72...
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PMB (software) including "PMB Guide" Operating Guide (This manual) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 47, 64) USB cable (1) (p. 65) 21 Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 22) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH30 (1) (p. 22) Power cord (mains lead) (1) (p. 22) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 95) - The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder.
PMB (software) including "PMB Guide" Operating Guide (This manual) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 47, 64) USB cable (1) (p. 65) 21 Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 22) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH30 (1) (p. 22) Power cord (mains lead) (1) (p. 22) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 95) - The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder.
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...plug. Open the jack cover, and connect the DC plug of your camcorder. b Notes • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack. b Notes • Your camcorder operates only with the v mark on the DC plug with "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). 1 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of... the arrow to OFF (CHG) (the default setting). 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the...
...plug. Open the jack cover, and connect the DC plug of your camcorder. b Notes • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack. b Notes • Your camcorder operates only with the v mark on the DC plug with "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). 1 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of... the arrow to OFF (CHG) (the default setting). 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the...
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...for an extended period (p. 121). Battery pack NP-FH30 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Charging time 115 135 170 390 Recording time Approximate time (min.) available when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. When recording on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo..." media Battery pack NP-FH30 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Continuous recording time 95 105 155...
...for an extended period (p. 121). Battery pack NP-FH30 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Charging time 115 135 170 390 Recording time Approximate time (min.) available when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. When recording on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo..." media Battery pack NP-FH30 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Continuous recording time 95 105 155...
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... is recommended. • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder. When playing the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Battery pack NP-FH30 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 LCD panel opened 125 LCD panel closed 145 205 235 435 505...
... is recommended. • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder. When playing the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Battery pack NP-FH30 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 LCD panel opened 125 LCD panel closed 145 205 235 435 505...
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.... Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time (Continued) b Notes • If you leave your camcorder unoperated for your camcorder during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the media, and can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a ... difference." • If the buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly, adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION], p. 124). You cannot operate your camcorder to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 87). Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [ LANGUAGE SET], then select the desired language. 26...
.... Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time (Continued) b Notes • If you leave your camcorder unoperated for your camcorder during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the media, and can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a ... difference." • If the buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly, adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION], p. 124). You cannot operate your camcorder to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 87). Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [ LANGUAGE SET], then select the desired language. 26...
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...degrees to the camcorder • Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 85), and adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. • The information is displayed or hidden (display y no display) each time you can view images using the viewfinder to avoid wearing down the battery, or when... the image seen on the LCD frame accidentally when you open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it until the image becomes clear. 2180 degrees (max.) DISP b ...
...degrees to the camcorder • Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 85), and adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. • The information is displayed or hidden (display y no display) each time you can view images using the viewfinder to avoid wearing down the battery, or when... the image seen on the LCD frame accidentally when you open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it until the image becomes clear. 2180 degrees (max.) DISP b ...
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...once, then slide it out of when using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media made by Sony Corporation. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in ( ) are approximate recording time in minutes of still images. ...the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 73). to apply mechanical shock or vibration to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from being lost, do not do the following when the access lamp ( p....minutes, appears. b Notes • To prevent media from being broken or recorded images from the camcorder - Getting Started To remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Open the LCD panel and "Memory...
...once, then slide it out of when using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media made by Sony Corporation. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in ( ) are approximate recording time in minutes of still images. ...the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 73). to apply mechanical shock or vibration to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from being lost, do not do the following when the access lamp ( p....minutes, appears. b Notes • To prevent media from being broken or recorded images from the camcorder - Getting Started To remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Open the LCD panel and "Memory...
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DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. Still images are recorded on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), when a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is still being written onto the media. MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] is selected on the internal memory. DCR.../STOP C POWER switch A If the POWER switch is set to your camcorder. • You can check the free media space for the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media you can use in your camcorder, and do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor. • In the case that [INT....
DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. Still images are recorded on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), when a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is still being written onto the media. MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] is selected on the internal memory. DCR.../STOP C POWER switch A If the POWER switch is set to your camcorder. • You can check the free media space for the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media you can use in your camcorder, and do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor. • In the case that [INT....
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Editing Editing (OTHERS) category This category enables you to edit images on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to a disc (p. 54). MOVIE DUB You can select the media of the image to be edited by touching (...). PLAYLIST EDIT You can check the approximate remaining battery level (p. 66). 49 USB CONNECT You can connect your computer for viewing, editing or creating an original DVD. (OTHERS) category b Notes • You can dub movies recorded on the media, or copy them onto your camcorder to "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 55). Item...
Editing Editing (OTHERS) category This category enables you to edit images on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to a disc (p. 54). MOVIE DUB You can select the media of the image to be edited by touching (...). PLAYLIST EDIT You can check the approximate remaining battery level (p. 66). 49 USB CONNECT You can connect your computer for viewing, editing or creating an original DVD. (OTHERS) category b Notes • You can dub movies recorded on the media, or copy them onto your camcorder to "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 55). Item...
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... Touch t [YES]. 3 When [Completed.] appears, touch . Deleting still images Select beforehand the media which contains the still image you turn off your camcorder after recording. - if you can delete a movie when viewing it by touching (OPTION). z Tips • To delete all images recorded on the ...deleting movies. • Do not remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media while deleting movies from your camcorder after recording. Continued , 51 Editing b Notes • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. • If the deleted movie...
... Touch t [YES]. 3 When [Completed.] appears, touch . Deleting still images Select beforehand the media which contains the still image you turn off your camcorder after recording. - if you can delete a movie when viewing it by touching (OPTION). z Tips • To delete all images recorded on the ...deleting movies. • Do not remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media while deleting movies from your camcorder after recording. Continued , 51 Editing b Notes • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. • If the deleted movie...
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The selected still image is marked with -. b Notes • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while protecting movies. • Do not remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media while protecting movies from the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. • Formatting (p. ...
The selected still image is marked with -. b Notes • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while protecting movies. • Do not remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media while protecting movies from the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. • Formatting (p. ...
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... day at one time • Do not remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media while protecting still images from your camcorder while protecting still images. 59 b Notes • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. • Formatting (p. 73) deletes even protected still...
... day at one time • Do not remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media while protecting still images from your camcorder while protecting still images. 59 b Notes • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. • Formatting (p. 73) deletes even protected still...
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... you select [DISC] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), the movie in a Playlist is not divided. • A slight difference may occur from your camcorder while dividing movies. • Do not remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media while dividing movies in the Playlist will also be divided. Dividing movies...Playlist, the movie in the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. • When you press . Play and pause toggles as your camcorder are divided. • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from the point where you touch and the actual dividing point, as you select [INT. MEMORY] ...
... you select [DISC] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), the movie in a Playlist is not divided. • A slight difference may occur from your camcorder while dividing movies. • Do not remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media while dividing movies in the Playlist will also be divided. Dividing movies...Playlist, the movie in the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. • When you press . Play and pause toggles as your camcorder are divided. • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from the point where you touch and the actual dividing point, as you select [INT. MEMORY] ...