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...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 Quick 130 Reference Spanish Quick Guide/ 140 Guía rápida en español © 2009 Sony... Corporation http://www.sony.net/ Printed...
...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 Quick 130 Reference Spanish Quick Guide/ 140 Guía rápida en español © 2009 Sony... Corporation http://www.sony.net/ Printed...
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... of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD850 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION You... - Operation is connected. - Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD650 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA ...camcorder is for help. Notes on a circuit different from that may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - If this device must be determined by one or more of the following discs only. - 8cm DVD-RW - 8cm DVD+RW - 8cm DVD-R - 8cm DVD...
... of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD850 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION You... - Operation is connected. - Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD650 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA ...camcorder is for help. Notes on a circuit different from that may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - If this device must be determined by one or more of the following discs only. - 8cm DVD-RW - 8cm DVD+RW - 8cm DVD-R - 8cm DVD...
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... images recorded on the internal memory (DCRDVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. DCR-DVD650 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for About language setting The on-screen displays in color) that appear constantly on ... images of the sun only in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. When you give or sell your camcorder to make sure the image and sound are recorded...the screen language before operating your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). About disposal/transfer (DCRDVD850) Even if you destroy the actual body of the camcorder. DCR-DVD850 Make trial recording on the internal ...
... images recorded on the internal memory (DCRDVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. DCR-DVD650 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for About language setting The on-screen displays in color) that appear constantly on ... images of the sun only in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. When you give or sell your camcorder to make sure the image and sound are recorded...the screen language before operating your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). About disposal/transfer (DCRDVD850) Even if you destroy the actual body of the camcorder. DCR-DVD850 Make trial recording on the internal ...
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...and may look different from a subject coming into the lens. About the marks used in this manual • The operations available depend on DCR-DVD850. • Design and specifications of media you actually see. • Discs in this manual refers to change without notice. The following marks ...are based on the media used to indicate the type of media and other accessories are subject 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,...
...and may look different from a subject coming into the lens. About the marks used in this manual • The operations available depend on DCR-DVD850. • Design and specifications of media you actually see. • Discs in this manual refers to change without notice. The following marks ...are based on the media used to indicate the type of media and other accessories are subject 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,...
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...solutions ... 12 Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoy using 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 ...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 playback on other...
...solutions ... 12 Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoy using 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 ...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 playback on other...
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... 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 ...
... 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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...) according to a disc without connecting another Using the [MOVIE DUB] function on the camcorder, you can dub movies recorded on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to your camcorder. Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to dub movie contents depending on the type of...
...) according to a disc without connecting another Using the [MOVIE DUB] function on the camcorder, you can dub movies recorded on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to your camcorder. Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to dub movie contents depending on the type of...
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... may cause the computer to the instruction manual of your camcorder (50) - z z Deleting the most recent movie can be recorded 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. See page 7 for DVD-RW When you can choose the recording format from VIDEO...
... may cause the computer to the instruction manual of your camcorder (50) - z z Deleting the most recent movie can be recorded 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. See page 7 for DVD-RW When you can choose the recording format from VIDEO...
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.... • For DCR-DVD850: You can record images on both sides (p. 119). • See page 33 for the recordable time on media type and the [REC MODE] (p. 81) setting. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in ( ) are recorded at a higher bit rate, and this reduces the overall recording time. 15 Your camcorder uses the VBR...
.... • For DCR-DVD850: You can record images on both sides (p. 119). • See page 33 for the recordable time on media type and the [REC MODE] (p. 81) setting. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in ( ) are recorded at a higher bit rate, and this reduces the overall recording time. 15 Your camcorder uses the VBR...
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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 (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 19) Category B Categories and items of menus " HOME MENU" - " HOME" and " OPTION" - Taking advantage of two... 68 MEDIA INFO 72 MEDIA FORMAT*1 73 UNFINALIZE 75 DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder (p. 79). *1 You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34) when you select [INT. the starting point for operations with ...
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 (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 19) Category B Categories and items of menus " HOME MENU" - " HOME" and " OPTION" - Taking advantage of two... 68 MEDIA INFO 72 MEDIA FORMAT*1 73 UNFINALIZE 75 DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder (p. 79). *1 You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34) when you select [INT. the starting point for operations with ...
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... 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 95 105 155 170 330...
... 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 95 105 155 170 330...
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..., or Battery Info (p. 66) will be shorter depending on the conditions under the following conditions: - This may cause a malfunction. 24 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... for Battery Info only). On the AC Adaptor • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F). 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to OFF (CHG) and turn the POWER switch to 86 °F) is not...
..., or Battery Info (p. 66) will be shorter depending on the conditions under the following conditions: - This may cause a malfunction. 24 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... for Battery Info only). On the AC Adaptor • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F). 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to OFF (CHG) and turn the POWER switch to 86 °F) is not...
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...select the internal memory*, a disc, or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are recorded on the internal memory. * Internal memory Movie Disc Still image "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 b Notes • You can record, play back, or edit images on ..."Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on the selected media....
...select the internal memory*, a disc, or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are recorded on the internal memory. * Internal memory Movie Disc Still image "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 b Notes • You can record, play back, or edit images on ..."Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on the selected media....
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b Notes • You cannot select a disc for still images (DCR-DVD850) 1 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [PHOTO MEDIA SET]. Getting Started Selecting media for the still image media. 3 Touch [YES]. 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch . The still image ... 2 Touch the desired media. To confirm the selected media 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the disc type (p. 14).) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 29 Internal memory* Disc (The icon differs depending on the lamp of the mode ( (Movie)/ (Still)) that you want to check the media. 2 Confirm the...
b Notes • You cannot select a disc for still images (DCR-DVD850) 1 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [PHOTO MEDIA SET]. Getting Started Selecting media for the still image media. 3 Touch [YES]. 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch . The still image ... 2 Touch the desired media. To confirm the selected media 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the disc type (p. 14).) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 29 Internal memory* Disc (The icon differs depending on the lamp of the mode ( (Movie)/ (Still)) that you want to check the media. 2 Confirm the...
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Inserting a disc When you select [DISC] in "Step 5," a new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, or DVD+R DL is unnecessary (DCR-DVD850). Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder is on. 2 Slide the disc cover OPEN switch in "Step 5," this "Step 6" operation is required (p. 14). 3 Set the disc with the label side facing out ...
Inserting a disc When you select [DISC] in "Step 5," a new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, or DVD+R DL is unnecessary (DCR-DVD850). Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder is on. 2 Slide the disc cover OPEN switch in "Step 5," this "Step 6" operation is required (p. 14). 3 Set the disc with the label side facing out ...
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...apply mechanical shock or vibration to remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media from the camcorder • Do not open the "Memory Stick Duo" media cover during recording. •...215) 355 (230) 655 (435) 715 (460) * DCR-DVD850 b Notes • Numbers in step 4, format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 73). For DCR-DVD650: Sound is displayed in the table are approximate recording time in ...2ch stereo. • See page 83 for the recordable numbers of when using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media made by Sony...
...apply mechanical shock or vibration to remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media from the camcorder • Do not open the "Memory Stick Duo" media cover during recording. •...215) 355 (230) 655 (435) 715 (460) * DCR-DVD850 b Notes • Numbers in step 4, format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 73). For DCR-DVD650: Sound is displayed in the table are approximate recording time in ...2ch stereo. • See page 83 for the recordable numbers of when using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media made by Sony...
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... VISUAL INDEX screen. • You can slow down the playback speed by touching / during • You can change the movie media with [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (DCR-DVD850) (p. 28). 36 Still images: Touch the tab and the still image to the VISUAL INDEX screen. Returns to be played back. Recording date/time* Previous...
... VISUAL INDEX screen. • You can slow down the playback speed by touching / during • You can change the movie media with [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (DCR-DVD850) (p. 28). 36 Still images: Touch the tab and the still image to the VISUAL INDEX screen. Returns to be played back. Recording date/time* Previous...
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...b Notes • If the ACCESS/access lamps (p. 30, 32) are lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is created automatically. MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] is selected on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), when a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is still being written...z Tips • See page 7 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 the internal memory. PHOTO F (HOME) E START/STOP B...
...b Notes • If the ACCESS/access lamps (p. 30, 32) are lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is created automatically. MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] is selected on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), when a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is still being written...z Tips • See page 7 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 the internal memory. PHOTO F (HOME) E START/STOP B...
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... finger off the power zoom lever, the operation sound of view: (Wide angle) Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-DVD850) Sound picked up to 2ch when played back on the LCD frame. Recording (Continued) Zooming You can magnify images up by the built... or [2ch STEREO] ([AUDIO MODE], p. 81). Enjoy realistic sound when playing the movies on the LCD frame. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is set to the T (Telephoto) side. • Be sure to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded. b Notes ...
... finger off the power zoom lever, the operation sound of view: (Wide angle) Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-DVD850) Sound picked up to 2ch when played back on the LCD frame. Recording (Continued) Zooming You can magnify images up by the built... or [2ch STEREO] ([AUDIO MODE], p. 81). Enjoy realistic sound when playing the movies on the LCD frame. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is set to the T (Telephoto) side. • Be sure to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded. b Notes ...
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...disc type appears. Displays still images. (OPTION) * When you select [DISC] on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C). Displays movies. Playback You can play back images recorded on the media selected ...in the internal memory are played. (HOME) D POWER switch A (VIEW IMAGES) C (HOME) E (VIEW IMAGES) B 1 Turn the POWER switch A to the recording screen. DCR-DVD850 ...
...disc type appears. Displays still images. (OPTION) * When you select [DISC] on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C). Displays movies. Playback You can play back images recorded on the media selected ...in the internal memory are played. (HOME) D POWER switch A (VIEW IMAGES) C (HOME) E (VIEW IMAGES) B 1 Turn the POWER switch A to the recording screen. DCR-DVD850 ...