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... spot metering. DCR-DVD650 Legacy Handycam® Camcorder Shooting high-quality video is easy with Hybrid recording technology, you can capture it in a compatible DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ player.6 Hybrid Recording Technology Lets you close to the action, while SteadyShot® Image Stabilization reduces blur. And with the Sony® DCR-DVD650 Handycam® Camcorder. With DVD+RW media...
... spot metering. DCR-DVD650 Legacy Handycam® Camcorder Shooting high-quality video is easy with Hybrid recording technology, you can capture it in a compatible DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ player.6 Hybrid Recording Technology Lets you close to the action, while SteadyShot® Image Stabilization reduces blur. And with the Sony® DCR-DVD650 Handycam® Camcorder. With DVD+RW media...
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...N/A N/A 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 Roll Index Photo...Sony DVD-R and DVD-RW media recommended. Sony is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Dual Layer - 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 - Use of HDMI Licensing LLC. DCR-DVD650 Legacy Handycam® Camcorder...
...N/A N/A 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 Roll Index Photo...Sony DVD-R and DVD-RW media recommended. Sony is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Dual Layer - 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 - Use of HDMI Licensing LLC. DCR-DVD650 Legacy Handycam® Camcorder...
Operating Guide
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http://www.sony.net/ Printed on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. 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 ...
http://www.sony.net/ Printed on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. 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 ...
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...performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result. Battery pack This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is still supplied to it for future reference. This Class B digital apparatus ... battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. • Dispose of used rechargeable batteries to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may cause undesired operation. Read this before operating your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this manual...
...performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result. Battery pack This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is still supplied to it for future reference. This Class B digital apparatus ... battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. • Dispose of used rechargeable batteries to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may cause undesired operation. Read this before operating your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this manual...
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Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD650 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. These limits are cautioned...and (2) this device must accept any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your camcorder (Continued) For customers in the U.S.A. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device... be determined by one or more of the following discs only. - 8cm DVD-RW - 8cm DVD+RW - 8cm DVD-R - 8cm DVD+R DL CAUTION You are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance...
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD650 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. These limits are cautioned...and (2) this device must accept any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your camcorder (Continued) For customers in the U.S.A. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device... be determined by one or more of the following discs only. - 8cm DVD-RW - 8cm DVD+RW - 8cm DVD-R - 8cm DVD+R DL CAUTION You are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance...
Operating Guide
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... LCD screen Battery • The camcorder is recommended that you use "Memory...camcorder - b Note • Using an uncertificated disc may result in a few case cause unsatisfactory recording/playback. Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder... by the following when either with : - to as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media in your camcorder...for the recordable time of your camcorder • For recording movies, it... can be used with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick" media (You cannot use it in your camcorder.) • "Memory Stick PRO...
... LCD screen Battery • The camcorder is recommended that you use "Memory...camcorder - b Note • Using an uncertificated disc may result in a few case cause unsatisfactory recording/playback. Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder... by the following when either with : - to as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media in your camcorder...for the recordable time of your camcorder • For recording movies, it... can be used with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick" media (You cannot use it in your camcorder.) • "Memory Stick PRO...
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... your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). It adopts the MTF measurement system for trial recording. - Read this before using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are recorded without any way. However, there may be copyrighted. DCR-DVD650 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW ...for Unauthorized recording of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Images cannot be some tiny black ...
... your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). It adopts the MTF measurement system for trial recording. - Read this before using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are recorded without any way. However, there may be copyrighted. DCR-DVD650 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW ...for Unauthorized recording of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Images cannot be some tiny black ...
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...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...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 ...
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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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... a disc or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 28). For details on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to a disc without connecting another Using the [MOVIE DUB] function on the camcorder, you can dub movies recorded on the compatibility of your needs. b Notes • You may ...not be able to dub movie contents depending on the 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 desired media for movies or still images, you can ...
... a disc or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 28). For details on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to a disc without connecting another Using the [MOVIE DUB] function on the camcorder, you can dub movies recorded on the compatibility of your needs. b Notes • You may ...not be able to dub movie contents depending on the 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 desired media for movies or still images, you can ...
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...only the most recent movie can be deleted. Finalizing required to the instruction manual of your camcorder. A DVD+RW that enables editing with your camcorder (deleting and rearranging the order of DVD-RW. In this manual Both 16:9 (wide) and 4:3 movie can be recorded on... computer to its original empty state (p. 73). DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Symbols used in your DVD device to play on other devices (68) z z *1-** z z Making longer recordings 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...
...only the most recent movie can be deleted. Finalizing required to the instruction manual of your camcorder. A DVD+RW that enables editing with your camcorder (deleting and rearranging the order of DVD-RW. In this manual Both 16:9 (wide) and 4:3 movie can be recorded on... computer to its original empty state (p. 73). DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Symbols used in your DVD device to play on other devices (68) z z *1-** z z Making longer recordings 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...
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For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in 2ch stereo. • You can select the audio recording format of a disc. M stands for the recordable time on media type and ... a double-sided disc, you can record images on both sides (p. 119). • See page 33 for Mbps. • For DCR-DVD850: You can check the recordable time with [AUDIO MODE] (p. 81). Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. This technology...
For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in 2ch stereo. • You can select the audio recording format of a disc. M stands for the recordable time on media type and ... a double-sided disc, you can record images on both sides (p. 119). • See page 33 for Mbps. • For DCR-DVD850: You can check the recordable time with [AUDIO MODE] (p. 81). Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. This technology...
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Yes No Do you want to delete or edit images on your camcorder? Do you want to delete images and reuse the disc? Using your camcorder 1Selecting media (p. 28) You can select the disc from [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p. 76). 2Recording images (p. 38) 3Editing/Saving images ... No For long recording * Select the recording format and format the disc on a disc, select the disc that best suits your camcorder (p. 30). In the case of media within 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...
Yes No Do you want to delete or edit images on your camcorder? Do you want to delete images and reuse the disc? Using your camcorder 1Selecting media (p. 28) You can select the disc from [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p. 76). 2Recording images (p. 38) 3Editing/Saving images ... No For long recording * Select the recording format and format the disc on a disc, select the disc that best suits your camcorder (p. 30). In the case of media within 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...
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... Unfinalizing allows you need to finalize the disc first. The disc can be played back in a device compatible with the DVD-RW VR mode. Recordings cannot be played back in most DVD devices after finalizing. The disc can be added even if there is , the more it takes time to add movies..., see page 68. bNotes • The less the recording volume of a finalized disc depend on disc type. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD device or consult your camcorder on other devices x Viewing images on a TV (p. 47) You can view the images recorded and edited on your...
... Unfinalizing allows you need to finalize the disc first. The disc can be played back in a device compatible with the DVD-RW VR mode. Recordings cannot be played back in most DVD devices after finalizing. The disc can be added even if there is , the more it takes time to add movies..., see page 68. bNotes • The less the recording volume of a finalized disc depend on disc type. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD device or consult your camcorder on other devices x Viewing images on a TV (p. 47) You can view the images recorded and edited on your...
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...in the (SETTINGS) category, see page 80. *2 The item is available during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34). 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" - Taking advantage of two types of the... INFO 72 MEDIA FORMAT*1 73 UNFINALIZE 75 DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder model. 18 " HOME" and " OPTION" - MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28). *3 You may not be able to use this item...
...in the (SETTINGS) category, see page 80. *2 The item is available during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34). 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" - Taking advantage of two types of the... INFO 72 MEDIA FORMAT*1 73 UNFINALIZE 75 DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder model. 18 " HOME" and " OPTION" - MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28). *3 You may not be able to use this item...
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.... (HOME) B 3 Touch the desired category. The bottom of each item on the screen for further operation. Continued , 19 When you want to turn on your camcorder. 4 Touch the desired item. Example: [EDIT] 2 Press (HOME) A (or B). (HOME) A 5 Follow the guide on the HOME MENU - To hide the HOME MENU... screen Touch . Enjoying with Your Camcorder Using the HOME MENU 1 While pressing the green button, turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to know something about the function...
.... (HOME) B 3 Touch the desired category. The bottom of each item on the screen for further operation. Continued , 19 When you want to turn on your camcorder. 4 Touch the desired item. Example: [EDIT] 2 Press (HOME) A (or B). (HOME) A 5 Follow the guide on the HOME MENU - To hide the HOME MENU... screen Touch . Enjoying with Your Camcorder Using the HOME MENU 1 While pressing the green button, turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to know something about the function...
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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) - PMB (software) including "PMB Guide" Operating Guide (This manual) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 47, 64) USB cable (1) (p. 65) 21 The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. 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) - PMB (software) including "PMB Guide" Operating Guide (This manual) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 47, 64) USB cable (1) (p. 65) 21 The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied.
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... the arrow to OFF (CHG) (the default setting). 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it to your camcorder. Step 2: Charging the battery pack POWER switch Battery DC IN jack CHG (charge) lamp Jack cover DC plug AC Adaptor To the wall outlet (wall... lead) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 121) after attaching it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camcorder. b Notes • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the...
... the arrow to OFF (CHG) (the default setting). 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it to your camcorder. Step 2: Charging the battery pack POWER switch Battery DC IN jack CHG (charge) lamp Jack cover DC plug AC Adaptor To the wall outlet (wall... lead) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 121) after attaching it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camcorder. b Notes • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the...
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...The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 66) will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder in low temperatures. • The available recording and playback time will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions: - On the charging/recording.../playback time • Times measured with any metallic objects. The battery pack is not attached correctly. - 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...
...The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 66) will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder in low temperatures. • The available recording and playback time will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions: - On the charging/recording.../playback time • Times measured with any metallic objects. The battery pack is not attached correctly. - 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...
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..., set any year up . (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images Go to the year 2037. The clock starts. To turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. Touch the button on the LCD screen. 3 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT]. 4 Set [DST... / . 7 Set [D] (day), hour and minute in the direction of the arrow until the respective lamp lights up to step 3 when you turn on your camcorder for the first time. You can set it to 12:00 PM. For midnight, set , then touch . Getting Started POWER switch 1 While pressing the green...
..., set any year up . (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images Go to the year 2037. The clock starts. To turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. Touch the button on the LCD screen. 3 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT]. 4 Set [DST... / . 7 Set [D] (day), hour and minute in the direction of the arrow until the respective lamp lights up to step 3 when you turn on your camcorder for the first time. You can set it to 12:00 PM. For midnight, set , then touch . Getting Started POWER switch 1 While pressing the green...