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..., or the one described in fire or electric shock. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for example, near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it in the cabinet are not sure of the type of any kind on...
..., or the one described in fire or electric shock. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for example, near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it in the cabinet are not sure of the type of any kind on...
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.... Read this before operating your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this product will increase eye hazard. DCR-DVD Serial No. Continued , 5 Replace the battery with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD408 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. For more information ... use of procedures other than those specified herein may result. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of optical instruments with this manual thoroughly, and retain it for the FCC related matters only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result in the space provided below...
.... Read this before operating your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this product will increase eye hazard. DCR-DVD Serial No. Continued , 5 Replace the battery with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD408 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. For more information ... use of procedures other than those specified herein may result. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of optical instruments with this manual thoroughly, and retain it for the FCC related matters only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result in the space provided below...
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...on , the user is subject to the following discs only. - 8cm DVD-RW - 8cm DVD+RW - 8cm DVD-R - 8cm DVD+R DL Use the discs with the limits for your camcorder. * Depending on use in your authority to radio communications. Read this ...Sony Electronics Inc. b Note • Using a disc other than above may cause undesired operation. Notes on the place you use the following two conditions: (1) This device may not be used in a particular installation. CAUTION You are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in this manual could void your camcorder...
...on , the user is subject to the following discs only. - 8cm DVD-RW - 8cm DVD+RW - 8cm DVD-R - 8cm DVD+R DL Use the discs with the limits for your camcorder. * Depending on use in your authority to radio communications. Read this ...Sony Electronics Inc. b Note • Using a disc other than above may cause undesired operation. Notes on the place you use the following two conditions: (1) This device may not be used in a particular installation. CAUTION You are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in this manual could void your camcorder...
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... copyrighted. About the marks used in this manual are recorded without notice. • The illustration used in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. These points are used . Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for trial recording (p. 14). • Compensation for your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). About this manual • The LCD screens and the viewfinder...
... copyrighted. About the marks used in this manual are recorded without notice. • The illustration used in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. These points are used . Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for trial recording (p. 14). • Compensation for your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). About this manual • The LCD screens and the viewfinder...
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...and VR mode Glossary (p.121) 14 Recording format for Mbps. • If you use a DVD-RW, you can be played back in the table show the average bit rate. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene...a higher bit rate, and this manual, VIDEO mode is compatible with most recent image can record on one side of images). Recording time Expected recordable time on both sides of the disc (p.103). Choosing a disc Your camcorder is compatible with your camcorder (deleting and rearranging the order of...
...and VR mode Glossary (p.121) 14 Recording format for Mbps. • If you use a DVD-RW, you can be played back in the table show the average bit rate. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene...a higher bit rate, and this manual, VIDEO mode is compatible with most recent image can record on one side of images). Recording time Expected recordable time on both sides of the disc (p.103). Choosing a disc Your camcorder is compatible with your camcorder (deleting and rearranging the order of...
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... recording medium to malfunction. 15 z *1 Refer to the instruction manual of a disc - - - - z z Deleting the most recent recording (51) z z z - - DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Symbols used in this manual Both 16:9 (wide) and 4:3 movie can be recorded on a side of your DVD device to see whether it with your camcorder (50) - Finalizing required to play on your...
... recording medium to malfunction. 15 z *1 Refer to the instruction manual of a disc - - - - z z Deleting the most recent recording (51) z z z - - DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Symbols used in this manual Both 16:9 (wide) and 4:3 movie can be recorded on a side of your DVD device to see whether it with your camcorder (50) - Finalizing required to play on your...
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... unfinalizing. Playback compatibility Playback compatibility with your DVD device or consult your camcorder on disc type. Finalize DVD device / DVD recorder DVD drive b Notes • The less the recording volume of a finalized disc depend on other DVD devices, you to add recordings (p.62). Refer to the instruction manual supplied with any DVD device is required in a device compatible...
... unfinalizing. Playback compatibility Playback compatibility with your DVD device or consult your camcorder on disc type. Finalize DVD device / DVD recorder DVD drive b Notes • The less the recording volume of a finalized disc depend on other DVD devices, you to add recordings (p.62). Refer to the instruction manual supplied with any DVD device is required in a device compatible...
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Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) (p. 22) 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) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 83) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Power cord (1) (p. 22) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 44, 56) USB cable (1) (p. 57) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 117) A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) (p. 22) 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) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 83) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Power cord (1) (p. 22) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 44, 56) USB cable (1) (p. 57) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 117) A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
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...Super NightShot functions in bright places. To cancel the back light function, press BACK LIGHT again. 38 Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it is hard to focus automatically. • Do not use [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] function (p. 81). Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9...Therefore, do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects, and remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 78) when it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects To adjust the exposure for backlit ...
...Super NightShot functions in bright places. To cancel the back light function, press BACK LIGHT again. 38 Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it is hard to focus automatically. • Do not use [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] function (p. 81). Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9...Therefore, do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects, and remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 78) when it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects To adjust the exposure for backlit ...
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...wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.22). The yellow plug connection is connected to a VCR Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR. S VIDEO connection only will view pictures on. 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your...) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [TV TYPE] t [16:9] or [4:3] t . b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with an S VIDEO cable (optional). Also, when the recorded Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. • When you will not output audio. Set the input selector on the VCR to...
...wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.22). The yellow plug connection is connected to a VCR Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR. S VIDEO connection only will view pictures on. 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your...) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [TV TYPE] t [16:9] or [4:3] t . b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with an S VIDEO cable (optional). Also, when the recorded Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. • When you will not output audio. Set the input selector on the VCR to...
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...To hide the screen indicators (such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. b Notes • Since dubbing is not necessary. B A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional), higher quality images can dub images played back on your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of... the A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with S VIDEO jack IN S VIDEO VIDEO (Yellow) VIDEO (White...
...To hide the screen indicators (such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. b Notes • Since dubbing is not necessary. B A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional), higher quality images can dub images played back on your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of... the A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with S VIDEO jack IN S VIDEO VIDEO (Yellow) VIDEO (White...
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... device (p. 44). 3 Insert the recording media in the recording device. Set [TV TYPE] according to the instruction manuals supplied with S VIDEO (optional) 2. Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor to the recording device (VCR or DVD/ HDD recorder) with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or an A/V connecting cable with your recording device for details...
... device (p. 44). 3 Insert the recording media in the recording device. Set [TV TYPE] according to the instruction manuals supplied with S VIDEO (optional) 2. Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor to the recording device (VCR or DVD/ HDD recorder) with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or an A/V connecting cable with your recording device for details...
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..., and restart the operation from the printer. - b Notes • Refer also to the instruction manual of the printer to be printed. To remove the "Memory Stick Duo" from your printer's instruction manual for details. • You may not support the date printing function. Touch to return to the...]: Set number of copies of the image may be trimmed widely. • Some printer models may not be performed properly. - Refer to your camcorder • If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB cable, turn the printer off and on the screen. To finish printing Touch on the ...
..., and restart the operation from the printer. - b Notes • Refer also to the instruction manual of the printer to be printed. To remove the "Memory Stick Duo" from your printer's instruction manual for details. • You may not support the date printing function. Touch to return to the...]: Set number of copies of the image may be trimmed widely. • Some printer models may not be performed properly. - Refer to your camcorder • If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB cable, turn the printer off and on the screen. To finish printing Touch on the ...
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...some computers. z Tips • Devices that the disc can unfinalize a disc and record more images on the computer. DISC SELECT GUIDE Your camcorder advises you of the right disc for various purposes. (MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) category Item list FINALIZE You can format and use the "Memory ...use a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo" for your purpose (p. 60). DISC INFO You can play back the disc using a DVD playback application. Refer to the instruction manual of the computer can display the recording date and time where the subtitles normally appear (p. 67). Playing a disc on a computer You...
...some computers. z Tips • Devices that the disc can unfinalize a disc and record more images on the computer. DISC SELECT GUIDE Your camcorder advises you of the right disc for various purposes. (MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) category Item list FINALIZE You can format and use the "Memory ...use a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo" for your purpose (p. 60). DISC INFO You can play back the disc using a DVD playback application. Refer to the instruction manual of the computer can display the recording date and time where the subtitles normally appear (p. 67). Playing a disc on a computer You...
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...when using a tripod (optional), then the image becomes natural. Set [STEADYSHOT] to the instruction manual of the screen where brightness is less than 5 minutes, the indicator stays on with your camcorder. b Notes • Portions of the playback device. b Notes • When the remaining... is set to (Movie). - The zebra pattern is not recorded. When your camcorder z Tips • IRE represents the screen brightness level. B NORMAL ( ) Continued , 67 Customizing your camcorder recognizes the remaining disc capacity with a subtitle display function. AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto...
...when using a tripod (optional), then the image becomes natural. Set [STEADYSHOT] to the instruction manual of the screen where brightness is less than 5 minutes, the indicator stays on with your camcorder. b Notes • Portions of the playback device. b Notes • When the remaining... is set to (Movie). - The zebra pattern is not recorded. When your camcorder z Tips • IRE represents the screen brightness level. B NORMAL ( ) Continued , 67 Customizing your camcorder recognizes the remaining disc capacity with a subtitle display function. AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto...
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...will not be 78 1 Touch the subject on the screen. 9 appears. 2 Touch [END]. b Notes • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is dark and hard to adjust focus) appears for telephoto. When you set (HOME MENU) t page 64 (OPTION...) t page 76 The default settings are using a conversion lens (optional).) - displayed correctly if you want to the top of the screen. 1 Touch [MANUAL]. 9 appears. 2 Touch (focusing on , for when it at a subject not located at the center of the T (telephoto) side automatically and allows ...
...will not be 78 1 Touch the subject on the screen. 9 appears. 2 Touch [END]. b Notes • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is dark and hard to adjust focus) appears for telephoto. When you set (HOME MENU) t page 64 (OPTION...) t page 76 The default settings are using a conversion lens (optional).) - displayed correctly if you want to the top of the screen. 1 Touch [MANUAL]. 9 appears. 2 Touch (focusing on , for when it at a subject not located at the center of the T (telephoto) side automatically and allows ...
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... on stage. To return the setting to take subject in foreground against night view. FIREWORKS* ( ) Continued , 79 SUNRISE&SUNSET* ( ) Customizing your camcorder 1 Touch the point where you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to take the sunshine or sunset in vivid colors. TWILIGHT* ( ) ...focus automatically. b Notes • When recording a distant subject, focusing may be difficult and can take some time. • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 78) when it is hard to the subject, so that it is recorded in suitable brightness even when there is strong contrast...
... on stage. To return the setting to take subject in foreground against night view. FIREWORKS* ( ) Continued , 79 SUNRISE&SUNSET* ( ) Customizing your camcorder 1 Touch the point where you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to take the sunshine or sunset in vivid colors. TWILIGHT* ( ) ...focus automatically. b Notes • When recording a distant subject, focusing may be difficult and can take some time. • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 78) when it is hard to the subject, so that it is recorded in suitable brightness even when there is strong contrast...
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...white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment. • If you change the [SCENE SELECTION] settings or move your camcorder b Notes • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 78) when it is hard to ON. b Notes • Do not use (or vice versa), select [AUTO...objects (p. 115). • Remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 78) when it is complete. z Tips • If you change the battery pack with [AUTO] selected, or take your camcorder outdoors after touching , set [WHITE BAL. ] to [AUTO]. • If you ...
...white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment. • If you change the [SCENE SELECTION] settings or move your camcorder b Notes • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 78) when it is hard to ON. b Notes • Do not use (or vice versa), select [AUTO...objects (p. 115). • Remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 78) when it is complete. z Tips • If you change the battery pack with [AUTO] selected, or take your camcorder outdoors after touching , set [WHITE BAL. ] to [AUTO]. • If you ...
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... Creating an original DVD You can create an original DVD from image data imported from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making settings, to general operation the first time you use a Macintosh computer. About "First Step Guide" The "First Step Guide" is an instruction manual you can refer ...to "Installing the "First Step Guide"" (p. 85), start the "First Step Guide", then follow the instructions. Using a Computer What you can do with your camcorder. z Tips • See page 87 when you use the...
... Creating an original DVD You can create an original DVD from image data imported from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making settings, to general operation the first time you use a Macintosh computer. About "First Step Guide" The "First Step Guide" is an instruction manual you can refer ...to "Installing the "First Step Guide"" (p. 85), start the "First Step Guide", then follow the instructions. Using a Computer What you can do with your camcorder. z Tips • See page 87 when you use the...
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...hookup of "First Step Guide" in recommended environment. - Install "First Step Guide" in the [FirstStepGuide] folder, to your camcorder to "First Step Guide" for Windows XP) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [First Step Guide] t folder with model name of "First Step Guide." • To view "First... b Notes • The supplied software "Picture Motion Browser" does not operate on connecting your computer. When "First Step Guide" is an instruction manual you use a Macintosh computer. Others: USB port (this program by selecting [Start] t [Programs] ([All Programs] for the details on Mac ...
...hookup of "First Step Guide" in recommended environment. - Install "First Step Guide" in the [FirstStepGuide] folder, to your camcorder to "First Step Guide" for Windows XP) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [First Step Guide] t folder with model name of "First Step Guide." • To view "First... b Notes • The supplied software "Picture Motion Browser" does not operate on connecting your computer. When "First Step Guide" is an instruction manual you use a Macintosh computer. Others: USB port (this program by selecting [Start] t [Programs] ([All Programs] for the details on Mac ...