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Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD203/ DVD403/DVD602/DVD653/DVD703/ DVD803 2-587-622-13 (1) Enjoying with your DVD Handycam 10 Getting Started 16 Easy Handycam 27 Recording/ Playback 32 Playback on DVD devices 44 Using the Recorded disc 50 Using the Setup items 52 Editing on DVD Handycam 72 Dubbing 78 Using a Computer 82 Troubleshooting 87 Additional Information 105 © 2005 Sony Corporation
Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD203/ DVD403/DVD602/DVD653/DVD703/ DVD803 2-587-622-13 (1) Enjoying with your DVD Handycam 10 Getting Started 16 Easy Handycam 27 Recording/ Playback 32 Playback on DVD devices 44 Using the Recorded disc 50 Using the Setup items 52 Editing on DVD Handycam 72 Dubbing 78 Using a Computer 82 Troubleshooting 87 Additional Information 105 © 2005 Sony Corporation
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...persons. Model No. If you have any questions about this product, you . You can help preserve our environment by returning your Sony dealer regarding recycling of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may result in the space provided below is for future .... AC- For customers in the U.S.A. For more information regarding this product. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are recyclable. DCR-DVD Serial No. Serial No. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of rechargeable batteries, call upon your used ...
...persons. Model No. If you have any questions about this product, you . You can help preserve our environment by returning your Sony dealer regarding recycling of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may result in the space provided below is for future .... AC- For customers in the U.S.A. For more information regarding this product. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are recyclable. DCR-DVD Serial No. Serial No. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of rechargeable batteries, call upon your used ...
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...undesired operation. However, there is connected. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Notes on the supplied CD-ROM)* * The DCR-DVD92/DVD602 do not include a "First Step Guide". Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. These limits are cautioned that to which can radiate ...15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD403 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. View finder LCD screen Battery 3 Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the limits for using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by one or more of FCC...
...undesired operation. However, there is connected. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Notes on the supplied CD-ROM)* * The DCR-DVD92/DVD602 do not include a "First Step Guide". Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. These limits are cautioned that to which can radiate ...15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD403 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. View finder LCD screen Battery 3 Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the limits for using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by one or more of FCC...
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...MTF* measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of your camcorder. If you record them on a DVD-R. 4 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW (not supplied) for trial recording (p.13). • Compensation for...highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are based on the model DCR-DVD403. Read this first (continued) • To prevent discs from being...shock or vibration to the camcorder. • Before connecting your camcorder to another device with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images...
...MTF* measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of your camcorder. If you record them on a DVD-R. 4 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW (not supplied) for trial recording (p.13). • Compensation for...highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are based on the model DCR-DVD403. Read this first (continued) • To prevent discs from being...shock or vibration to the camcorder. • Before connecting your camcorder to another device with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images...
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...DVD+RWs only. Do not touch the recording side (the opposite of the audio and video output may cause a malfunction of recording /playback, we recommend that disc. • When you use Sony discs or discs with marks listed below. • For reliability durability of the disc or your camcorder...become unbalanced, and this may deteriorate. • Clean the disc with your DVD Handycam. * Depending on the printed side using a single sided disc). • Before shooting, be able to remove the disc from your camcorder. on a single sided disc, write only on the place you want to...
...DVD+RWs only. Do not touch the recording side (the opposite of the audio and video output may cause a malfunction of recording /playback, we recommend that disc. • When you use Sony discs or discs with marks listed below. • For reliability durability of the disc or your camcorder...become unbalanced, and this may deteriorate. • Clean the disc with your DVD Handycam. * Depending on the printed side using a single sided disc). • Before shooting, be able to remove the disc from your camcorder. on a single sided disc, write only on the place you want to...
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...disc 24 Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-DVD203/DVD403/DVD703/DVD803 26 Easy Handycam - Table of Contents Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do with your DVD Handycam 10 Choosing a disc 13 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 16 Step 2: Charging the...To record sound with ease 29 Preparation for playing back on , and holding your camcorder with ease 27 Recording with ease 28 Playing back with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) To use the flash To record in dark places (NightShot...
...disc 24 Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-DVD203/DVD403/DVD703/DVD803 26 Easy Handycam - Table of Contents Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do with your DVD Handycam 10 Choosing a disc 13 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 16 Step 2: Charging the...To record sound with ease 29 Preparation for playing back on , and holding your camcorder with ease 27 Recording with ease 28 Playing back with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) To use the flash To record in dark places (NightShot...
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... for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 41 Playing the picture on a TV 42 Playback on DVD devices Making the disc compatible with playback on DVD players or DVD drives (Finalizing 44 Playing back a disc on DVD players, etc 48 Playing back a disc on a computer with a DVD drive installed 48 Using the recorded disc (DVD-RW/DVD+RW...) Recording additional scenes after finalizing 50 Deleting all of the scenes on the disc (Formatting 51 Using the Setup items Using the Setup items 52 Setup items 54 CAMERA SET 56 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions...
... for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 41 Playing the picture on a TV 42 Playback on DVD devices Making the disc compatible with playback on DVD players or DVD drives (Finalizing 44 Playing back a disc on DVD players, etc 48 Playing back a disc on a computer with a DVD drive installed 48 Using the recorded disc (DVD-RW/DVD+RW...) Recording additional scenes after finalizing 50 Deleting all of the scenes on the disc (Formatting 51 Using the Setup items Using the Setup items 52 Setup items 54 CAMERA SET 56 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions...
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... Menu 70 Editing on DVD Handycam (DVD-RW:VR mode) Editing the original data 72 Creating the Playlist 74 Playing the Playlist 77 Dubbing Connecting to a VCR or TV 78 Dubbing to VCR/DVD devices 79 Recording images from a TV or VCR/DVD device (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 80 Jacks to connect... external devices 81 Using a Computer (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Before referring to the "First Step Guide" on your computer...
... Menu 70 Editing on DVD Handycam (DVD-RW:VR mode) Editing the original data 72 Creating the Playlist 74 Playing the Playlist 77 Dubbing Connecting to a VCR or TV 78 Dubbing to VCR/DVD devices 79 Recording images from a TV or VCR/DVD device (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 80 Jacks to connect... external devices 81 Using a Computer (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Before referring to the "First Step Guide" on your computer...
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 87 Warning indicators and messages 101 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 105 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 107 Maintenance and precautions 109 Using the Strap Belt as a wrist strap 113 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 113 Specifications 114 Index...117 9
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 87 Warning indicators and messages 101 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 105 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 107 Maintenance and precautions 109 Using the Strap Belt as a wrist strap 113 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 113 Specifications 114 Index...117 9
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...desired scene quickly using the Slide show on a DVD player if you can play back still images one after another using this convenient index (p.29, 33). Enjoying with your DVD Handycam Your DVD Handycam records images on an 8cm DVD* disc. This makes it easier to record ...and view images. You can enjoy your DVD Handycam Preparing Recording Playing back on the DVD Handycam Playing back on DVD players (Finalize** the disc) 10 (p.16) ...
...desired scene quickly using the Slide show on a DVD player if you can play back still images one after another using this convenient index (p.29, 33). Enjoying with your DVD Handycam Your DVD Handycam records images on an 8cm DVD* disc. This makes it easier to record ...and view images. You can enjoy your DVD Handycam Preparing Recording Playing back on the DVD Handycam Playing back on DVD players (Finalize** the disc) 10 (p.16) ...
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... finalizing a disc, you may not be able to record on it again on your DVD Handycam, depending on the DVD drive of thumbnails (p.30, 44). Enjoying with your camcorder (p.82). • The DCR-DVD92/DVD602 do not support a computer connection. * DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) is described as a "disc." ** Finalizing means converting a recorded disc so that helps...
... finalizing a disc, you may not be able to record on it again on your DVD Handycam, depending on the DVD drive of thumbnails (p.30, 44). Enjoying with your camcorder (p.82). • The DCR-DVD92/DVD602 do not support a computer connection. * DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) is described as a "disc." ** Finalizing means converting a recorded disc so that helps...
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Transferring data to your computer at a faster rate. • The DCR-DVD92/DVD602 do with your computer in accordance with each scene You can start recording and check the recorded images without rewinding or fast forwarding. Therefore... the disc capacity more effectively thanks to the VBR* encoding system that moves fast requires more space to your DVD Handycam (continued) DVD functions different from those of the recorded scenes. If your DVD Handycam to the scene being recorded. Recording an object that adjusts image quality automatically according to adjust the bit rate...
Transferring data to your computer at a faster rate. • The DCR-DVD92/DVD602 do with your computer in accordance with each scene You can start recording and check the recorded images without rewinding or fast forwarding. Therefore... the disc capacity more effectively thanks to the VBR* encoding system that moves fast requires more space to your DVD Handycam (continued) DVD functions different from those of the recorded scenes. If your DVD Handycam to the scene being recorded. Recording an object that adjusts image quality automatically according to adjust the bit rate...
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... mark. The kinds of your DVD Handycam. Examples of that supports VR mode. • Refer to a 4:3 TV which does not support 16:9 pictures, the picture will appear in 4:3 ratio when it . • Use Sony discs or discs with your DVD Handycam Choosing a disc What kinds of... disc can play back the disc with a DVD player that disc. Therefore, you to recover the full capacity of incompatible discs • 12cm DVD-R • 12cm DVD-RW • 12cm DVD+RW • DVD+R • DVD-RAM • DVD-...
... mark. The kinds of your DVD Handycam. Examples of that supports VR mode. • Refer to a 4:3 TV which does not support 16:9 pictures, the picture will appear in 4:3 ratio when it . • Use Sony discs or discs with your DVD Handycam Choosing a disc What kinds of... disc can play back the disc with a DVD player that disc. Therefore, you to recover the full capacity of incompatible discs • 12cm DVD-R • 12cm DVD-RW • 12cm DVD+RW • DVD+R • DVD-RAM • DVD-...
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... after finalizing the disc (50) - 3) 4) Using the disc repeatedly by Sony DVD Handycam are designed to the disc? Choosing a disc (continued) Do the features differ according to be played back on home DVD players, DVD recorders, and computer DVD drives. What you can do not finalize the disc 1) (44) - - - 2) Creating...
... after finalizing the disc (50) - 3) 4) Using the disc repeatedly by Sony DVD Handycam are designed to the disc? Choosing a disc (continued) Do the features differ according to be played back on home DVD players, DVD recorders, and computer DVD drives. What you can do not finalize the disc 1) (44) - - - 2) Creating...
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... the lengthwise direction. 15 Yes. I record them. And, you to choose a disc The figure below helps you can play back the disc on a DVD+RW with your DVD Handycam How to choose the best disc for your purpose? I want to edit the disc, such as dividing or deleting images. Now, enjoy your... DVD Handycam. * When you find the disc type that suits your purpose. I want to play back the disc on it . * Did you play back the disc...
... the lengthwise direction. 15 Yes. I record them. And, you to choose a disc The figure below helps you can play back the disc on a DVD+RW with your DVD Handycam How to choose the best disc for your purpose? I want to edit the disc, such as dividing or deleting images. Now, enjoy your... DVD Handycam. * When you find the disc type that suits your purpose. I want to play back the disc on it . * Did you play back the disc...
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... number of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. 8cm DVD-R DMR30 (1) (p.13) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) AC Adaptor (1) (p.17) Power cord (1) (p.17) Cleaning cloth (1) Shoulder strap (1) (p.113) Shoe cover (1) (p.81) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. 16...
... number of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. 8cm DVD-R DMR30 (1) (p.13) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) AC Adaptor (1) (p.17) Power cord (1) (p.17) Cleaning cloth (1) Shoulder strap (1) (p.113) Shoe cover (1) (p.81) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. 16...
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...CHG) (The default setting). DC IN jack cover Match the mark on the DC plug with mark on your camcorder. Disconnect the AC Adaptor holding both your camcorder. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. 2 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to set...ON OFF (CHG) POWER CHG 5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Open the DC IN jack cover to your camcorder and the DC plug. 17 Getting Started Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the battery after attaching the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (P series) ...
...CHG) (The default setting). DC IN jack cover Match the mark on the DC plug with mark on your camcorder. Disconnect the AC Adaptor holding both your camcorder. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. 2 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to set...ON OFF (CHG) POWER CHG 5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Open the DC IN jack cover to your camcorder and the DC plug. 17 Getting Started Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the battery after attaching the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (P series) ...
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...pack. Charging time (full charge) Approximate time (min.) required when you do when charging the battery pack. For DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD602/DVD653 Battery pack NP-FP50 (supplied) NP-FP70 NP-FP90 Continuous recording time 80 85 90 170 .... To use an outside power source Make the same connections as you use it for DCRDVD403/DVD803. **Supplied with DCR-DVD403/DVD803. Battery pack NP-FP50* NP-FP70** Charging time 130 160 NP-FP90 220 * Supplied with the ... remove the battery pack, make sure that none of the respective lamps of your camcorder, then remove the battery pack ().
...pack. Charging time (full charge) Approximate time (min.) required when you do when charging the battery pack. For DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD602/DVD653 Battery pack NP-FP50 (supplied) NP-FP70 NP-FP90 Continuous recording time 80 85 90 170 .... To use an outside power source Make the same connections as you use it for DCRDVD403/DVD803. **Supplied with DCR-DVD403/DVD803. Battery pack NP-FP50* NP-FP70** Charging time 130 160 NP-FP90 220 * Supplied with the ... remove the battery pack, make sure that none of the respective lamps of your camcorder, then remove the battery pack ().
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...AC Adaptor. Getting Started If you record under the following conditions. - On the AC Adaptor • Use the nearby wall outlet when using your camcorder in a narrow space, such as the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor. 19 The battery pack is not ...an NP-FP70 or NP-FP90 battery pack when a video light (optional) is disconnected from the wall outlet immediately if any metallic objects. For DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD602/DVD653 Battery pack NP-FP50 (supplied) LCD screen opened* 105 LCD screen closed 125 NP-FP70 225 265 NP-FP90 400 475 For...
...AC Adaptor. Getting Started If you record under the following conditions. - On the AC Adaptor • Use the nearby wall outlet when using your camcorder in a narrow space, such as the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor. 19 The battery pack is not ...an NP-FP70 or NP-FP90 battery pack when a video light (optional) is disconnected from the wall outlet immediately if any metallic objects. For DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD602/DVD653 Battery pack NP-FP50 (supplied) LCD screen opened* 105 LCD screen closed 125 NP-FP70 225 265 NP-FP90 400 475 For...
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... movies (Still): To record still images (Play/Edit): To play back pictures on your camcorder, or to edit them (DVD-RW: VR mode only) CHG 20 To turn on the respective lamp. POWER switch *Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 2 Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on the sides of the cap... (DCR-DVD92/DVD602). 3 Hold your camcorder correctly. 1 Turn on the power by sliding the POWER switch in the...
... movies (Still): To record still images (Play/Edit): To play back pictures on your camcorder, or to edit them (DVD-RW: VR mode only) CHG 20 To turn on the respective lamp. POWER switch *Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 2 Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on the sides of the cap... (DCR-DVD92/DVD602). 3 Hold your camcorder correctly. 1 Turn on the power by sliding the POWER switch in the...