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... 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 ...Finalizing 68 Playing a disc on a TV ......... 47 Editing (OTHERS) category 49 Deleting images 50 Capturing a still image from a movie 53 Dubbing/copying images to media within your camcorder...Contents 10 Subject examples and solutions ... 12 Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders 64 Checking battery information ........ 66 Utilizing Media (MANAGE...
... 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 ...Finalizing 68 Playing a disc on a TV ......... 47 Editing (OTHERS) category 49 Deleting images 50 Capturing a still image from a movie 53 Dubbing/copying images to media within your camcorder...Contents 10 Subject examples and solutions ... 12 Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders 64 Checking battery information ........ 66 Utilizing Media (MANAGE...
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Formatting media 73 Recording additional movies after finalizing 75 Finding the 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 (...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...
Formatting media 73 Recording additional movies after finalizing 75 Finding the 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 (...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...
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...(wide) and 4:3 movie can record images 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 recording format that enables editing with your camcorder (deleting and rearranging the order of images). z z Deleting the most...back in this manual, VIDEO mode is not finalized may cause the computer to play the disc in a DVD drive on your camcorder (50) - DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Symbols used in DVD devices that is indicated as and VR mode as . Finalizing required to malfunction. 14 z * Formatting deletes...
...(wide) and 4:3 movie can record images 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 recording format that enables editing with your camcorder (deleting and rearranging the order of images). z z Deleting the most...back in this manual, VIDEO mode is not finalized may cause the computer to play the disc in a DVD drive on your camcorder (50) - DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Symbols used in DVD devices that is indicated as and VR mode as . Finalizing required to malfunction. 14 z * Formatting deletes...
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... with the DVD-RW VR mode. Like commercially sold DVD, this disc can be played back without unfinalizing. Movies can be added even if there is not guaranteed. The disc can view the images recorded and edited on your camcorder on the connected TV. But finalizing is , ... a disc recorded on your camcorder on disc type. x Playing the disc on other devices, you to finalize the disc first. For details, see page 68. Recordings cannot be played back in a device compatible with all DVD devices is free space left. Enjoying with your DVD device or consult your dealer....
... with the DVD-RW VR mode. Like commercially sold DVD, this disc can be played back without unfinalizing. Movies can be added even if there is not guaranteed. The disc can view the images recorded and edited on your camcorder on the connected TV. But finalizing is , ... a disc recorded on your camcorder on disc type. x Playing the disc on other devices, you to finalize the disc first. For details, see page 68. Recordings cannot be played back in a device compatible with all DVD devices is free space left. Enjoying with your DVD device or consult your dealer....
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...category, see page 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) when you ... 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 MEDIA FORMAT*1 73 UNFINALIZE 75 DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To ...
...category, see page 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) when you ... 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 MEDIA FORMAT*1 73 UNFINALIZE 75 DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To ...
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... movies stored on a disc on other devices or a computer, you set (p. 80). If you need to the default settings. For details on a finalized disc during Easy Handycam operation Touch (HOME) C (or B) to images or change settings. Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation You cannot use the ...(OPTION) menu. • Cancel Easy Handycam operation if you finalize the disc even if the disc has free space. • You cannot record additional movies on finalizing operation, see page 80. • DVD-RW is formatted with VIDEO mode (p. 14). • You cannot use some...
... movies stored on a disc on other devices or a computer, you set (p. 80). If you need to the default settings. For details on a finalized disc during Easy Handycam operation Touch (HOME) C (or B) to images or change settings. Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation You cannot use the ...(OPTION) menu. • Cancel Easy Handycam operation if you finalize the disc even if the disc has free space. • You cannot record additional movies on finalizing operation, see page 80. • DVD-RW is formatted with VIDEO mode (p. 14). • You cannot use some...
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... on other devices by finalizing them (p. 68). UNFINALIZE You can enable discs to use the media for your purpose (p. 76). 67 PHOTO MEDIA SET (DCR-DVD850) You can display the media information, such as recordable time (p. 72). DISC SELECT GUIDE Your camcorder advises you to be... played on the disc (p. 75). MEDIA INFO You can select the media for movies (p. 28). Utilizing Media Utilizing Media (MANAGE MEDIA) category This category enables you of the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo...
... on other devices by finalizing them (p. 68). UNFINALIZE You can enable discs to use the media for your purpose (p. 76). 67 PHOTO MEDIA SET (DCR-DVD850) You can display the media information, such as recordable time (p. 72). DISC SELECT GUIDE Your camcorder advises you to be... played on the disc (p. 75). MEDIA INFO You can select the media for movies (p. 28). Utilizing Media Utilizing Media (MANAGE MEDIA) category This category enables you of the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo...
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... 15 min. in other devices for the first time (p.70) Playback on other devices and DVD drives of disc. • DVD-RW/DVD-R/DVD+R DL: Finalizing is required. • DVD+RW: Finalizing is not required, except in the following cases: 1 To create a DVD menu 2 To play back a disc in LP mode) b Notes • Playback compatibility with all devices...
... 15 min. in other devices for the first time (p.70) Playback on other devices and DVD drives of disc. • DVD-RW/DVD-R/DVD+R DL: Finalizing is required. • DVD+RW: Finalizing is not required, except in the following cases: 1 To create a DVD menu 2 To play back a disc in LP mode) b Notes • Playback compatibility with all devices...
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...70) Playback on other devices after finalizing the disc. b Notes • During Easy Handycam operation (p. 34), even when you are using a DVD-RW or DVD+RW, you wish to add movies. When the DVD menu has been created, a confirmation screen prompts you to a finalized disc (p.75) Movies cannot be ...added as usual. To play back a disc in other devices Finalize Only in case 1 Make desired settings...
...70) Playback on other devices after finalizing the disc. b Notes • During Easy Handycam operation (p. 34), even when you are using a DVD-RW or DVD+RW, you wish to add movies. When the DVD menu has been created, a confirmation screen prompts you to a finalized disc (p.75) Movies cannot be ...added as usual. To play back a disc in other devices Finalize Only in case 1 Make desired settings...
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... When you want to finalize a disc. z Tips • When you must finalize each side of DVD-RW (VIDEO mode). To select a DVD menu style, touch (OPTION) t [DVD MENU] (p. 70). b Notes • When you finalize a double-sided disc, you set to create a DVD menu and finalize the disc, the DVD menu appears for finalizing. 1 Place your camcorder in the case of the...
... When you want to finalize a disc. z Tips • When you must finalize each side of DVD-RW (VIDEO mode). To select a DVD menu style, touch (OPTION) t [DVD MENU] (p. 70). b Notes • When you finalize a double-sided disc, you set to create a DVD menu and finalize the disc, the DVD menu appears for finalizing. 1 Place your camcorder in the case of the...
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... be played back or edited. Playing a disc on a computer If you finalize the disc (p. 68) that was recorded on your camcorder, you can play an 8 cm DVD. • Do not use an 8 cm CD adaptor with an 8 cm DVD as it may cause a malfunction. • The disc may not be ...the disc can play back the disc on a computer that the DVD drive of your camcorder on other devices without finalizing the disc. Playing a disc on other devices Playing a disc on other DVD devices. Refer to [STYLE1]. • You cannot create a DVD menu for an instant between scenes, or some computers. •...
... be played back or edited. Playing a disc on a computer If you finalize the disc (p. 68) that was recorded on your camcorder, you can play an 8 cm DVD. • Do not use an 8 cm CD adaptor with an 8 cm DVD as it may cause a malfunction. • The disc may not be ...the disc can play back the disc on a computer that the DVD drive of your camcorder on other devices without finalizing the disc. Playing a disc on other devices Playing a disc on other DVD devices. Refer to [STYLE1]. • You cannot create a DVD menu for an instant between scenes, or some computers. •...
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... necessary (p. 28). 72 However, the date and time of the media selected on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28). DVD-RW (VR mode) DVD_RTAV folder - You can check the remaining recordable time or space of finalizing may be recorded depending on discs are discarded when the media space is recorded. b Notes • The calculation... z Tips • Movies on the operating conditions. The fractions less than 1 MB are stored in the following folders: - The volume label of the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media is displayed.
... necessary (p. 28). 72 However, the date and time of the media selected on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28). DVD-RW (VR mode) DVD_RTAV folder - You can check the remaining recordable time or space of finalizing may be recorded depending on discs are discarded when the media space is recorded. b Notes • The calculation... z Tips • Movies on the operating conditions. The fractions less than 1 MB are stored in the following folders: - The volume label of the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media is displayed.
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... t [YES]. If you format a finalized disc • A DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) returns to the unfinalized state. Continued , 73 Formatting the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the power cord (mains ...Duo" media to be formatted into your camcorder, and do not need to finalize the disc again before performing [MEDIA FORMAT]. MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK]. 6 When [Completed.] appears, touch . Even after formatting, or will appear on a finalized disc. You do not disconnect the AC ...
... t [YES]. If you format a finalized disc • A DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) returns to the unfinalized state. Continued , 73 Formatting the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the power cord (mains ...Duo" media to be formatted into your camcorder, and do not need to finalize the disc again before performing [MEDIA FORMAT]. MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK]. 6 When [Completed.] appears, touch . Even after formatting, or will appear on a finalized disc. You do not disconnect the AC ...
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... wall outlet (wall socket). 2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on the (Movie) lamp. 3 Insert the finalized disc into your camcorder. 4 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [UNFINALIZE]. 5 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 6 When [Completed.] appears, touch . When using the finalized DVD-RW (VR mode), you must perform the following steps, if the disc has free space. Recording...
... wall outlet (wall socket). 2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on the (Movie) lamp. 3 Insert the finalized disc into your camcorder. 4 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [UNFINALIZE]. 5 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 6 When [Completed.] appears, touch . When using the finalized DVD-RW (VR mode), you must perform the following steps, if the disc has free space. Recording...
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...) b Notes • Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the operation. • A DVD menu created during finalizing is deleted. • For a double-sided disc, perform these steps for you can format it with your purposes. 1 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [DISC SELECT GUIDE]. 2 ...
...) b Notes • Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the operation. • A DVD menu created during finalizing is deleted. • For a double-sided disc, perform these steps for you can format it with your purposes. 1 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [DISC SELECT GUIDE]. 2 ...
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...the touch panel. • Touch the LCD screen lightly. • Press DISP on your camcorder. • Your camcorder could not recognize the disc. Turn on your camcorder during finalizing the disc. You can delete on the LCD screen are some functions you cannot record additional movies...; The battery pack has not been charged enough. Media The disc cannot be used with your camcorder and complete finalizing the disc (p. 68). Movies recorded on DVD-R/DVD+R DL - Movies recorded on DVD+RW except the last recorded movie The indicators of images that cannot be removed. • Make...
...the touch panel. • Touch the LCD screen lightly. • Press DISP on your camcorder. • Your camcorder could not recognize the disc. Turn on your camcorder during finalizing the disc. You can delete on the LCD screen are some functions you cannot record additional movies...; The battery pack has not been charged enough. Media The disc cannot be used with your camcorder and complete finalizing the disc (p. 68). Movies recorded on DVD-R/DVD+R DL - Movies recorded on DVD+RW except the last recorded movie The indicators of images that cannot be removed. • Make...
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...movies (p. 75). Format the media (internal memory (DCR-DVD850)/ DVD-RW/DVD+RW/"Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) (p. 73). Turn off your camcorder and leave it about 1 hour (p. 123). • The number of still images exceeds the capacity of your camcorder. The imaging field looks different. • The ...between the point where you can delete on the INDEX screen at one of the following discs after finalizing it for recording may look different depending on the condition of your camcorder (p. 83, 83). Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. • The playback screen...
...movies (p. 75). Format the media (internal memory (DCR-DVD850)/ DVD-RW/DVD+RW/"Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) (p. 73). Turn off your camcorder and leave it about 1 hour (p. 123). • The number of still images exceeds the capacity of your camcorder. The imaging field looks different. • The ...between the point where you can delete on the INDEX screen at one of the following discs after finalizing it for recording may look different depending on the condition of your camcorder (p. 83, 83). Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. • The playback screen...
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.... • Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 82). • [ STEADYSHOT] may not be played back on your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Undesirable flicker occurs. • This occurs when recording images under a fluorescent... (p. 14). • Insert a disc with the recording side facing your camcorder (p. 30). • The disc that was recorded, formatted, or finalized on your camcorder is closed on other devices may neither be played back, nor displayed in ...; Images cannot be played back if you inserted a DVD+RW, or no "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media is inserted. -
.... • Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 82). • [ STEADYSHOT] may not be played back on your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Undesirable flicker occurs. • This occurs when recording images under a fluorescent... (p. 14). • Insert a disc with the recording side facing your camcorder (p. 30). • The disc that was recorded, formatted, or finalized on your camcorder is closed on other devices may neither be played back, nor displayed in ...; Images cannot be played back if you inserted a DVD+RW, or no "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media is inserted. -
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... other devices, edited on a computer, etc. The DVD menu may have failed. This is not a malfunction. • In the case of balance (DCR-DVD850). • This may freeze for the audio... following discs, make the disc capable of additional recording (p. 75), then remake the DVD menu by your camcorder when . This is a 2ch stereo system, change the audio conversion system (downmix ... may be indicated correctly when you press .. • If playback crosses 2 titles made automatically by finalizing the disc again (p. 68). This is not a malfunction. • If the playback device is...
... other devices, edited on a computer, etc. The DVD menu may have failed. This is not a malfunction. • In the case of balance (DCR-DVD850). • This may freeze for the audio... following discs, make the disc capable of additional recording (p. 75), then remake the DVD menu by your camcorder when . This is a 2ch stereo system, change the audio conversion system (downmix ... may be indicated correctly when you press .. • If playback crosses 2 titles made automatically by finalizing the disc again (p. 68). This is not a malfunction. • If the playback device is...
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...for saving still images (p. 53). Editing images on your camcorder (p. 81). Unable to [UNFINALIZE]. • [UNFINALIZE] is not enough free space on the playback device. Do not use the battery pack. • The disc has already been finalized. DVD+RW Unable to capture a still image from a disc ...following discs, follow the required procedure to the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. Movies cannot be divided. • A movie that is too short cannot be divided. • A movie that are dubbed on a DVD+RW, those movies may not support "Memory Stick PRO ...
...for saving still images (p. 53). Editing images on your camcorder (p. 81). Unable to [UNFINALIZE]. • [UNFINALIZE] is not enough free space on the playback device. Do not use the battery pack. • The disc has already been finalized. DVD+RW Unable to capture a still image from a disc ...following discs, follow the required procedure to the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. Movies cannot be divided. • A movie that is too short cannot be divided. • A movie that are dubbed on a DVD+RW, those movies may not support "Memory Stick PRO ...