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...equipment into an outlet on the supplied CD-ROM)* * The DCR-DVD92/DVD602 do not include a "First Step Guide". Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD403 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. This equipment generates, uses, and can be used...from that may cause undesired operation. If this device must be determined by turning the equipment off and on use Your camcorder is subject to the following parts. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Declaration...
...equipment into an outlet on the supplied CD-ROM)* * The DCR-DVD92/DVD602 do not include a "First Step Guide". Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD403 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. This equipment generates, uses, and can be used...from that may cause undesired operation. If this device must be determined by turning the equipment off and on use Your camcorder is subject to the following parts. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Declaration...
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...camcorder. • Before connecting your camcorder to another device with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in low light conditions, such as at the sun. To view your recordings on the model DCR... the viewfinder used for long periods of the sun only in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. On this manual are based on a TV, you... once you see. • The on a DVD-R. 4 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW (not supplied) for trial recording (p.13). • Compensation for the contents of the camcorder, storage media, etc. • TV color ...
...camcorder. • Before connecting your camcorder to another device with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in low light conditions, such as at the sun. To view your recordings on the model DCR... the viewfinder used for long periods of the sun only in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. On this manual are based on a TV, you... once you see. • The on a DVD-R. 4 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW (not supplied) for trial recording (p.13). • Compensation for the contents of the camcorder, storage media, etc. • TV color ...
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...of a disc. Do not use solvents such as benzine, cleaners intended for your DVD Handycam. Do not dry the surface by its case. • When you want to write letters or marks, etc. Use the discs with your camcorder, press firmly until it dries. Otherwise you may not be sure to direct... cause a malfunction to the disc. • Do not expose the disc to remove dust and fingerprints from the center out. Notes on use Sony discs or discs with an * for VIDEO CAMERA mark for vinyl LPs or antistatic splay, as they may cause a malfunction of the printed side when...
...of a disc. Do not use solvents such as benzine, cleaners intended for your DVD Handycam. Do not dry the surface by its case. • When you want to write letters or marks, etc. Use the discs with your camcorder, press firmly until it dries. Otherwise you may not be sure to direct... cause a malfunction to the disc. • Do not expose the disc to remove dust and fingerprints from the center out. Notes on use Sony discs or discs with an * for VIDEO CAMERA mark for vinyl LPs or antistatic splay, as they may cause a malfunction of the printed side when...
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... the power on, and holding your DVD Handycam What you can do with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) To use the flash To record in dark places (NightShot (DCR-DVD403/DVD803)/ NightShot plus (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803)) 6 Table of Contents Enjoying with your camcorder 20 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD screen...
... the power on, and holding your DVD Handycam What you can do with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) To use the flash To record in dark places (NightShot (DCR-DVD403/DVD803)/ NightShot plus (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803)) 6 Table of Contents Enjoying with your camcorder 20 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD screen...
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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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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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...manual, an 8cm DVD disc is a high capacity optical disc which enables you to record images. 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 it can also create a DVD menu that helps you to find the desired image quickly, from a list of a computer if you finalize** it again on your DVD Handycam...
...manual, an 8cm DVD disc is a high capacity optical disc which enables you to record images. 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 it can also create a DVD menu that helps you to find the desired image quickly, from a list of a computer if you finalize** it again on your DVD Handycam...
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... cable (1) (p.42, 78) USB cable (1) (p.82) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.41) (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803) Attached to the camcorder. Lens cap (1) (p.20) (DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Attached to the 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...
... cable (1) (p.42, 78) USB cable (1) (p.82) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.41) (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803) Attached to the camcorder. Lens cap (1) (p.20) (DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Attached to the 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...
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... CHG 5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor holding both your camcorder. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. Getting Started Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the battery after attaching the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (P series... Battery DC plug Power cord To the wall outlet AC Adaptor 1 Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it to your camcorder. DC IN jack cover Match the mark on the DC plug with mark on your...
... CHG 5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor holding both your camcorder. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. Getting Started Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the battery after attaching the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (P series... Battery DC plug Power cord To the wall outlet AC Adaptor 1 Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it to your camcorder. DC IN jack cover Match the mark on the DC plug with mark on your...
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... release button (), slide the battery pack towards the back of your camcorder, then remove the battery pack (). Battery pack NP-FP50* NP-FP70** Charging time 130 160 NP-FP90 220 * Supplied with DCR-DVD403/DVD803. For DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD602/DVD653 Battery pack NP-FP50 (supplied) NP-FP70 NP-FP90... Continuous recording time 80 85 90 170 185 190 300 335 345 Typical recording time 35 40 40 80 90 90 145 165 170 For DCR-DVD203/DVD703 Battery pack ...
... release button (), slide the battery pack towards the back of your camcorder, then remove the battery pack (). Battery pack NP-FP50* NP-FP70** Charging time 130 160 NP-FP90 220 * Supplied with DCR-DVD403/DVD803. For DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD602/DVD653 Battery pack NP-FP50 (supplied) NP-FP70 NP-FP90... Continuous recording time 80 85 90 170 185 190 300 335 345 Typical recording time 35 40 40 80 90 90 145 165 170 For DCR-DVD203/DVD703 Battery pack ...
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...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 DCR-DVD203/DVD703 Battery pack LCD screen opened* LCD screen closed NP-FP50 (supplied) 90 110 NP-FP70 190 235 NP-FP90 345 415 For DCR-.... - Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the battery as long as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of your camcorder. Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off , AC power (house current) is not attached correctly. - The battery pack is still supplied to it while...
...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 DCR-DVD203/DVD703 Battery pack LCD screen opened* LCD screen closed NP-FP50 (supplied) 90 110 NP-FP70 190 235 NP-FP90 345 415 For DCR-.... - Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the battery as long as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of your camcorder. Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off , AC power (house current) is not attached correctly. - The battery pack is still supplied to it while...
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... the lens cover opens up (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602). • After you have set the date and time ([CLOCK SET], p23), the next time you turn on the power of your camcorder, the current date and time will be displayed on your camcorder, or to edit them (DVD-RW: VR mode only) CHG 20... the power by sliding the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow while pressing the green button in the direction of the cap (DCR-DVD92/DVD602). 3 Hold your camcorder correctly. 1 Turn on the respective lamp. ON OFF (CHG) POWER (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images (Play/Edit): To ...
... the lens cover opens up (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602). • After you have set the date and time ([CLOCK SET], p23), the next time you turn on the power of your camcorder, the current date and time will be displayed on your camcorder, or to edit them (DVD-RW: VR mode only) CHG 20... the power by sliding the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow while pressing the green button in the direction of the cap (DCR-DVD92/DVD602). 3 Hold your camcorder correctly. 1 Turn on the respective lamp. ON OFF (CHG) POWER (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images (Play/Edit): To ...
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.... Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it 180 degrees to the lens side, you can view pictures using the viewfinder to the camcorder, then rotate it until the picture is clear. • You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Viewfinder Extend the view...finder until it clicks. 90 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder • Be careful not to press the buttons on the LCD screen is convenient during playback operations. The recorded picture will not be affected by...
.... Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it 180 degrees to the lens side, you can view pictures using the viewfinder to the camcorder, then rotate it until the picture is clear. • You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Viewfinder Extend the view...finder until it clicks. 90 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder • Be careful not to press the buttons on the LCD screen is convenient during playback operations. The recorded picture will not be affected by...
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...64257;rst time. 1 Touch [SETUP]. 6 Set [Y] (year) with / , if necessary, then touch . CLOCK SET -:--:-- If you do not use your camcorder or slide the POWER switch down. • If you set the clock for some models. 23 POWER switch 4 Select the desired geographical area with / , then... set the date and time again (p.111). Step 6: Setting the date and time Getting Started Set the date and time when using this camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. AREA26 GMT...
...64257;rst time. 1 Touch [SETUP]. 6 Set [Y] (year) with / , if necessary, then touch . CLOCK SET -:--:-- If you do not use your camcorder or slide the POWER switch down. • If you set the clock for some models. 23 POWER switch 4 Select the desired geographical area with / , then... set the date and time again (p.111). Step 6: Setting the date and time Getting Started Set the date and time when using this camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. AREA26 GMT...
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... turned off. Then the opening or closing the disc cover, it may cause your camcorder to malfunction. *DCR-DVD92/DVD602 3 Set the disc with your camcorder (p.5). When the disc cover opens slightly, open or close the disc cover. • If you catch the belt or the lens cap strap* when ... about pickup lens, see page 111. 24 Move the belt to the bottom of the disc until it clicks. Step 7: Inserting a disc A new 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW is required for recording (p.13). • Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using a single sided disc. • Do not...
... turned off. Then the opening or closing the disc cover, it may cause your camcorder to malfunction. *DCR-DVD92/DVD602 3 Set the disc with your camcorder (p.5). When the disc cover opens slightly, open or close the disc cover. • If you catch the belt or the lens cap strap* when ... about pickup lens, see page 111. 24 Move the belt to the bottom of the disc until it clicks. Step 7: Inserting a disc A new 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW is required for recording (p.13). • Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using a single sided disc. • Do not...
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Getting Started 4 Close the disc cover. Proceed to step 6. • During Easy Handycam operation (p.27), [Format the disc? Proceed to step 5. DVD+RW The [FORMAT] screen appears. FORMAT : VIDEO Can playback on the LCD screen. • If you close the disc cover with ... the AC adaptor while formatting. When the formatting is displayed on various DVD devices. Cannot edit in Camcorder VIDEO VR OK VIDEO mode You can edit, delete pictures, or divide movies on your camcorder recognizes the disc, disc information such as the date you finalize...
Getting Started 4 Close the disc cover. Proceed to step 6. • During Easy Handycam operation (p.27), [Format the disc? Proceed to step 5. DVD+RW The [FORMAT] screen appears. FORMAT : VIDEO Can playback on the LCD screen. • If you close the disc cover with ... the AC adaptor while formatting. When the formatting is displayed on various DVD devices. Cannot edit in Camcorder VIDEO VR OK VIDEO mode You can edit, delete pictures, or divide movies on your camcorder recognizes the disc, disc information such as the date you finalize...
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when the POWER switch is set to [OLD MOVIE] (p.64). • Differences in the angle of the recording picture (DCR-DVD203/DVD403/DVD703/DVD803) By recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode is set to (Still). - when you record pictures while toggling between 4:3 and 16:9...16:9 and 4:3. - If you play back pictures after connecting your camcorder to a TV Set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to [4:3], pictures may appear rough depending on your TV (16:9/4:3) (p.42). • When viewing 16:9 pictures with a DVD player or a DVD recorder, they may be shorter in the viewfinder. 26...
when the POWER switch is set to [OLD MOVIE] (p.64). • Differences in the angle of the recording picture (DCR-DVD203/DVD403/DVD703/DVD803) By recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode is set to (Still). - when you record pictures while toggling between 4:3 and 16:9...16:9 and 4:3. - If you play back pictures after connecting your camcorder to a TV Set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to [4:3], pictures may appear rough depending on your TV (16:9/4:3) (p.42). • When viewing 16:9 pictures with a DVD player or a DVD recorder, they may be shorter in the viewfinder. 26...
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... can enjoy easy operation. If you do not intend to use the Easy Handycam operation, go to 26) before operation. • When inserting a new DVD-RW, it formatted with VIDEO mode. • When using your camcorder turns on in Easy Handycam operation automatically when you turn on the power by sliding the POWER switch...
... can enjoy easy operation. If you do not intend to use the Easy Handycam operation, go to 26) before operation. • When inserting a new DVD-RW, it formatted with VIDEO mode. • When using your camcorder turns on in Easy Handycam operation automatically when you turn on the power by sliding the POWER switch...
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...up the (Movie) or (Still) lamp. To record still images 2 Start recording. you remove a disc from your camcorder with automatic settings (continued) Recording with ease During the Easy Handycam operation, Movies [REC MODE], Still images [QUALITY] and [IMAGE SIZE] are recorded with the default settings (p.62,...0 SETUP Flashing Lights up in Easy Handycam operation, you have not finalized the disc (p.30) and there is heard. If not, press EASY to record on again. - using your camcorder, then 28 insert it again. • When you turn off ...
...up the (Movie) or (Still) lamp. To record still images 2 Start recording. you remove a disc from your camcorder with automatic settings (continued) Recording with ease During the Easy Handycam operation, Movies [REC MODE], Still images [QUALITY] and [IMAGE SIZE] are recorded with the default settings (p.62,...0 SETUP Flashing Lights up in Easy Handycam operation, you have not finalized the disc (p.30) and there is heard. If not, press EASY to record on again. - using your camcorder, then 28 insert it again. • When you turn off ...
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... INDEX screen Previous 6 pictures Next 6 pictures Movie tab ... Movies Touch the Movie tab, then the movie to be played back. during Easy Handycam operation, you touch Next scene Still Images Touch the Still image tab, then the still image to be played back. PB ZOOM (p.36) -...• When you playback during pause to play back • When you touch a movie marked with , you have stopped previously. using your camcorder with automatic settings Playing back with the image on the LCD screen. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the tab that was played back last...
... INDEX screen Previous 6 pictures Next 6 pictures Movie tab ... Movies Touch the Movie tab, then the movie to be played back. during Easy Handycam operation, you touch Next scene Still Images Touch the Still image tab, then the still image to be played back. PB ZOOM (p.36) -...• When you playback during pause to play back • When you touch a movie marked with , you have stopped previously. using your camcorder with automatic settings Playing back with the image on the LCD screen. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the tab that was played back last...