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...or a "Memory Stick Duo" Cassette tape You can use mini DV cassettes only (p. 123). • The recordable time varies depending on the Handycam Station. Window Lid The cassette compartment automatically comes out and opens up. Cassette compartment The cassette compartment automatically slides back in. • Do not force the ...the lid. To eject the cassette Open the lid following the same procedure as described in Step 1 and remove the cassette. • For DCR-HC46/HC96: Do not insert/eject the cassette while your camcorder is sliding in the direction of the cassette lightly.
...or a "Memory Stick Duo" Cassette tape You can use mini DV cassettes only (p. 123). • The recordable time varies depending on the Handycam Station. Window Lid The cassette compartment automatically comes out and opens up. Cassette compartment The cassette compartment automatically slides back in. • Do not force the ...the lid. To eject the cassette Open the lid following the same procedure as described in Step 1 and remove the cassette. • For DCR-HC46/HC96: Do not insert/eject the cassette while your camcorder is sliding in the direction of the cassette lightly.
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...the exposure to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. This setting also prevents your camcorder to the subject, so that comes in parentheses appear when the items are lit by strong light. See page 44 for more than ...12 hours. BEACH&SKI*( ) Select to focus on glass or metal mesh in windows that it is recorded in suitable brightness even when there is strong contrast between the camcorder and the subject. SPORTS* (Sports lesson) ( ) Select to minimize shake when shooting fast moving subjects....
...the exposure to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. This setting also prevents your camcorder to the subject, so that comes in parentheses appear when the items are lit by strong light. See page 44 for more than ...12 hours. BEACH&SKI*( ) Select to focus on glass or metal mesh in windows that it is recorded in suitable brightness even when there is strong contrast between the camcorder and the subject. SPORTS* (Sports lesson) ( ) Select to minimize shake when shooting fast moving subjects....
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...object such as you will shoot the subject. 3 Touch [ ]. Under video lamps in the memory, the indicator stops flashing. • Do not shake your camcorder while is flashing quickly. • flashes slowly if white balance could not be appropriate for more than 12 hours. appears. 2 Touch [END]. appears. 2 ... adjustment. Indoors - Outdoors - CAMERA SET menu (Continued) 1 Touch the point where you want to fix and adjust the exposure on people next to the window by fixing the exposure to that of the wall side of the room. 2 1 3 1 Touch [MANUAL]. Sunrise or sunset - B AUTO The white ...
...object such as you will shoot the subject. 3 Touch [ ]. Under video lamps in the memory, the indicator stops flashing. • Do not shake your camcorder while is flashing quickly. • flashes slowly if white balance could not be appropriate for more than 12 hours. appears. 2 Touch [END]. appears. 2 ... adjustment. Indoors - Outdoors - CAMERA SET menu (Continued) 1 Touch the point where you want to fix and adjust the exposure on people next to the window by fixing the exposure to that of the wall side of the room. 2 1 3 1 Touch [MANUAL]. Sunrise or sunset - B AUTO The white ...
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...transferred in folders by date. Save the images on a tape. USB Driver - USB cable This method is not required to copy files from your camcorder on your favorite video and still images from a "Memory Stick Duo" to a computer, and copying files to a "Memory Stick Duo." For...on PC You can view the video and still images copied from your camcorder by connecting your camcorder to your computer. • Software and features available for Macintosh computers differ from those available for Windows computers. Automatic Music Video Producer You can easily create an original short video...
...transferred in folders by date. Save the images on a tape. USB Driver - USB cable This method is not required to copy files from your camcorder on your favorite video and still images from a "Memory Stick Duo" to a computer, and copying files to a "Memory Stick Duo." For...on PC You can view the video and still images copied from your camcorder by connecting your camcorder to your computer. • Software and features available for Macintosh computers differ from those available for Windows computers. Automatic Music Video Producer You can easily create an original short video...
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... Pentium III 500 MHz or faster (800 MHz or faster recommended) (For using Picture Package OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Standard installation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded. For the compatible drive, ...recommended: 6 GB or more (depending on the CDROM (supplied). This "First Step Guide" describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making settings, to on your computer. About the help function of the image files edited) Display: 4 MB VRAM video ...
... Pentium III 500 MHz or faster (800 MHz or faster recommended) (For using Picture Package OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Standard installation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded. For the compatible drive, ...recommended: 6 GB or more (depending on the CDROM (supplied). This "First Step Guide" describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making settings, to on your computer. About the help function of the image files edited) Display: 4 MB VRAM video ...
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...You need to install the software etc., with the InstallShield Wizard. In such a case, manually copy "First Step Guide" to your camcorder is displayed as (E:)) may appear notifying you are using. The software to be used varies depending on the computer's operating system you.... 3 Place the CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer. Windows computer: Picture Package (including ImageMixer VCD2) Macintosh computer: ImageMixer VCD2 For the details on the computer before connecting your camcorder and your computer. Depending on the computer's operating system, a message may...
...You need to install the software etc., with the InstallShield Wizard. In such a case, manually copy "First Step Guide" to your camcorder is displayed as (E:)) may appear notifying you are using. The software to be used varies depending on the computer's operating system you.... 3 Place the CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer. Windows computer: Picture Package (including ImageMixer VCD2) Macintosh computer: ImageMixer VCD2 For the details on the computer before connecting your camcorder and your computer. Depending on the computer's operating system, a message may...
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...is not installed on the desktop. When the HTML version of Picture Package by Sony Corporation would not be construed as conferring to you are protected by selecting [Start], [Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP), [Picture Package] and [First Step Guide]. • To view ...any license or right to use (including, without using automatic installation, copy the desired language folder from the [FirstStepGuide] folder on a Windows computer Viewing with Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver.6.0 or later is recommended. Asia (Philippines) Telephone: +63-2-438-0090 On Copyrights Music works, ...
...is not installed on the desktop. When the HTML version of Picture Package by Sony Corporation would not be construed as conferring to you are protected by selecting [Start], [Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP), [Picture Package] and [First Step Guide]. • To view ...any license or right to use (including, without using automatic installation, copy the desired language folder from the [FirstStepGuide] folder on a Windows computer Viewing with Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver.6.0 or later is recommended. Asia (Philippines) Telephone: +63-2-438-0090 On Copyrights Music works, ...
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... software) or later via an i.LINK cable. For details on the Handycam Station. Latin America http://www.sony-latin.com/vaio/info/ index.jsp • For DCR-HC46/HC96: Do not insert/eject the cassette while your camcorder is on system and operation requirements, and "Click to DVD," visit the .../select-pn.pl - Thailand http://www.sony.co.th/vaio/index.html - Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source since it starts up for this operation. China http://www.sonystyle.com.cn/vaio/ - You cannot use an i.LINK cable for each Windows XP user. This may cause a malfunction...
... software) or later via an i.LINK cable. For details on the Handycam Station. Latin America http://www.sony-latin.com/vaio/info/ index.jsp • For DCR-HC46/HC96: Do not insert/eject the cassette while your camcorder is on system and operation requirements, and "Click to DVD," visit the .../select-pn.pl - Thailand http://www.sony.co.th/vaio/index.html - Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source since it starts up for this operation. China http://www.sonystyle.com.cn/vaio/ - You cannot use an i.LINK cable for each Windows XP user. This may cause a malfunction...
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...; Set the computer display as follows: - Troubleshooting (Continued) Movies cannot be recorded in your camcorder and the Handycam Station. The picture gets disturbed or dark, or the sounds get distorted (DCR-HC46/ HC96). • A/V connecting cables are connected to the Windows computer with the USB cable) Macintosh: 1,024 × 768 dots or more, 32...
...; Set the computer display as follows: - Troubleshooting (Continued) Movies cannot be recorded in your camcorder and the Handycam Station. The picture gets disturbed or dark, or the sounds get distorted (DCR-HC46/ HC96). • A/V connecting cables are connected to the Windows computer with the USB cable) Macintosh: 1,024 × 768 dots or more, 32...
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.... • The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as the computer was connected to your camcorder before the installation of the Windows computer during camcorder operations such as tape playback or editing. Finish any camcorder operations and then connect the camcorder to a computer. 2 Right-click [My Computer], then click [Properties]. The Removable Disk does not...
.... • The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as the computer was connected to your camcorder before the installation of the Windows computer during camcorder operations such as tape playback or editing. Finish any camcorder operations and then connect the camcorder to a computer. 2 Right-click [My Computer], then click [Properties]. The Removable Disk does not...
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...] and [USB Composite Device] may cause a malfunction of your computer. Troubleshooting (Continued) 114 6 Turn off the power of your camcorder, disconnect the USB cable, then restart the computer. 7 Place the supplied CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer. 8 ...Composite USB Device] may cause a malfunction of your computer. x For Windows XP Log on as Administrator. 1 Check that your camcorder is connected to a computer. 2 Click [Start]. x For Windows 2000 Log on as Administrator. 1 Check that your camcorder is connected to a computer. 2 Right-click [My Computer], then ...
...] and [USB Composite Device] may cause a malfunction of your computer. Troubleshooting (Continued) 114 6 Turn off the power of your camcorder, disconnect the USB cable, then restart the computer. 7 Place the supplied CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer. 8 ...Composite USB Device] may cause a malfunction of your computer. x For Windows XP Log on as Administrator. 1 Check that your camcorder is connected to a computer. 2 Click [Start]. x For Windows 2000 Log on as Administrator. 1 Check that your camcorder is connected to a computer. 2 Right-click [My Computer], then ...
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...[Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP) t [Picture Package] t [Handycam Tools] t [USB Streaming Tool]. 2 Select another device on the [Select audio device] screen. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions, click [Next], then click [Done]. There is no sound when the camcorder is connected. You cannot copy...-click [PICTUREPACKAGE] (Disc drive)*. * Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the screen of your camcorder. • You cannot start or cancel the Easy Handycam settings while the USB cable is connected to delete them. - [USB Composite Device] in the [Universal Serial Bus...
...[Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP) t [Picture Package] t [Handycam Tools] t [USB Streaming Tool]. 2 Select another device on the [Select audio device] screen. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions, click [Next], then click [Done]. There is no sound when the camcorder is connected. You cannot copy...-click [PICTUREPACKAGE] (Disc drive)*. * Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the screen of your camcorder. • You cannot start or cancel the Easy Handycam settings while the USB cable is connected to delete them. - [USB Composite Device] in the [Universal Serial Bus...
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This function is not available.] appears on the screen of your camcorder to turn on a "Memory Stick Duo" after USB Streaming is not displayed correctly. • Follow the procedure below and refer to "First Step Guide" ... Package Auto Video, Producer, CD Backup, or VCD Maker. • For compatible drives, visit the following procedures: 1 Select [Start] t [Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP) t [Picture Package] t [Handycam Tools] t [USB Streaming Tool]. 2 Adjust the slider in the (-) direction on [Select video quality]. 3 Follow the on the computer. 4 Click [Explorer]. 5 Double-...
This function is not available.] appears on the screen of your camcorder to turn on a "Memory Stick Duo" after USB Streaming is not displayed correctly. • Follow the procedure below and refer to "First Step Guide" ... Package Auto Video, Producer, CD Backup, or VCD Maker. • For compatible drives, visit the following procedures: 1 Select [Start] t [Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP) t [Picture Package] t [Handycam Tools] t [USB Streaming Tool]. 2 Adjust the slider in the (-) direction on [Select video quality]. 3 Follow the on the computer. 4 Click [Explorer]. 5 Double-...
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... on the display of a computer. • A "Memory Stick Duo" formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have guaranteed compatibility with the terminals. • Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to come into contact with your camcorder. - About the "Memory Stick" A "Memory Stick" is a compact, portable IC recording medium...
... on the display of a computer. • A "Memory Stick Duo" formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have guaranteed compatibility with the terminals. • Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to come into contact with your camcorder. - About the "Memory Stick" A "Memory Stick" is a compact, portable IC recording medium...
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...that 100 megabits of data that can be connected. a VAIO series personal computer) as well as Digital Televisions, DVD, MICROMV or HDV recorders/players are not using your camcorder. • Do not wrap your camcorder gets wet, it . • Keep metal contacts clean. Never leave them exposed to build ...data can also be exposed to be sent or received in your camcorder and have it checked by Sony (e.g. Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Near strong radio waves or radiation. On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the ...
...that 100 megabits of data that can be connected. a VAIO series personal computer) as well as Digital Televisions, DVD, MICROMV or HDV recorders/players are not using your camcorder. • Do not wrap your camcorder gets wet, it . • Keep metal contacts clean. Never leave them exposed to build ...data can also be exposed to be sent or received in your camcorder and have it checked by Sony (e.g. Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Near strong radio waves or radiation. On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the ...
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... is a registered trademark of Roxio, Inc. • Toast is a trademark. • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of U.S. Not provided 36 OUT IN/OUT - - 46 OUT...Windows Media Player is a trademark or registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc in the United States and other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of differences DCR-HC A/V jack DV Interface Handycam Station LANC jack DCR-HC A/V jack DV Interface Handycam...
... is a registered trademark of Roxio, Inc. • Toast is a trademark. • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of U.S. Not provided 36 OUT IN/OUT - - 46 OUT...Windows Media Player is a trademark or registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc in the United States and other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of differences DCR-HC A/V jack DV Interface Handycam Station LANC jack DCR-HC A/V jack DV Interface Handycam...
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... messages 117 WHITE BAL. (White balance 50, 109 WHITE FADER 59 Wide angle 32 WIDE DISPLAY 66 WIDE SELECT 54 WIDE SELECT button.........26 Windows 87, 89 WIPE 60 WORLD TIME 69 Write-protect tab ........ 123, 124 Z ZEBRA 53 Zero set memory 40 ZERO SET MEMORY button 40... 32 Zoom lever 32 Additional information on 100% recycled paper using US VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. http://www.sony.net/ Printed on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed in Japan STEADYSHOT............55...
... messages 117 WHITE BAL. (White balance 50, 109 WHITE FADER 59 Wide angle 32 WIDE DISPLAY 66 WIDE SELECT 54 WIDE SELECT button.........26 Windows 87, 89 WIPE 60 WORLD TIME 69 Write-protect tab ........ 123, 124 Z ZEBRA 53 Zero set memory 40 ZERO SET MEMORY button 40... 32 Zoom lever 32 Additional information on 100% recycled paper using US VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. http://www.sony.net/ Printed on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed in Japan STEADYSHOT............55...