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... Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669). "Battery pack" THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. If you . This symbol is for future reference. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are recyclable. DCR-DVD Serial No. AC- CAUTION The use of procedures other than those speci...For more information regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for the FCC related matters only. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of optical instruments with this product, you call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or...
... Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669). "Battery pack" THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. If you . This symbol is for future reference. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are recyclable. DCR-DVD Serial No. AC- CAUTION The use of procedures other than those speci...For more information regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for the FCC related matters only. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of optical instruments with this product, you call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or...
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...Sony Electronics Inc. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - On using the supplied software (stored on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. View finder LCD screen Battery...858-942-2230 This device complies with two kinds of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD103 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Declaration of operations guides. - Bernardo Dr, San Diego...
...Sony Electronics Inc. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - On using the supplied software (stored on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. View finder LCD screen Battery...858-942-2230 This device complies with two kinds of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD103 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Declaration of operations guides. - Bernardo Dr, San Diego...
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... You cannot delete images once you see. • The on the model DCR-DVD403. If you need an NTSC system-based TV. • Television programs,...or vibration to the camcorder. • Before connecting your camcorder to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from a subject coming into the lens. Read this ...viewfinder, and lens • A setup item that appear constantly on a DVD-R. 4 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW (not supplied) for trial recording (p.13). • Compensation for the contents..., and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Doing so might cause your camcorder to the...
... You cannot delete images once you see. • The on the model DCR-DVD403. If you need an NTSC system-based TV. • Television programs,...or vibration to the camcorder. • Before connecting your camcorder to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from a subject coming into the lens. Read this ...viewfinder, and lens • A setup item that appear constantly on a DVD-R. 4 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW (not supplied) for trial recording (p.13). • Compensation for the contents..., and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Doing so might cause your camcorder to the...
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...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 battery pack 17 Step 3: Turning the power on a DVD player (Finalizing 30 Recording/Playback Recording 32 Playback 33 Functions used for recording/playback, etc 34 Recording To use zoom... 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...
...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 battery pack 17 Step 3: Turning the power on a DVD player (Finalizing 30 Recording/Playback Recording 32 Playback 33 Functions used for recording/playback, etc 34 Recording To use zoom... 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...
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...mode To add special effects To use a tripod Playback To play back the images in sequence To use PB ZOOM Recording/playback To check the remaining battery To turn off the operation confirmation beep To initialize the settings Other part names and functions Checking/...Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting 38 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 39 Remote Commander (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 41 Playing the picture on a TV 42 Playback on DVD...
...mode To add special effects To use a tripod Playback To play back the images in sequence To use PB ZOOM Recording/playback To check the remaining battery To turn off the operation confirmation beep To initialize the settings Other part names and functions Checking/...Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting 38 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 39 Remote Commander (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 41 Playing the picture on a TV 42 Playback on DVD...
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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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...battery pack (1) (p.18) NP-FP50: Except for DCR-DVD403/ DVD803 NP-FP70: DCR-DVD403/DVD803 CD-ROM "PicturePackage Ver.1.8" (1) (p.82) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.42, 78) USB cable (1) (p.82) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.41) (Except for DCR...items supplied with your 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)...
...battery pack (1) (p.18) NP-FP50: Except for DCR-DVD403/ DVD803 NP-FP70: DCR-DVD403/DVD803 CD-ROM "PicturePackage Ver.1.8" (1) (p.82) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.42, 78) USB cable (1) (p.82) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.41) (Except for DCR...items supplied with your 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)...
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Open the DC IN jack cover to connect the AC Adaptor. MODE ON OFF (CHG) POWER CHG 5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor holding both your camcorder. 4 Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet using the power cord. DC IN ...jack cover DC IN jack CHG lamp Power switch 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 OFF (CHG) (The default setting). The CHG (charge) lamp...
Open the DC IN jack cover to connect the AC Adaptor. MODE ON OFF (CHG) POWER CHG 5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor holding both your camcorder. 4 Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet using the power cord. DC IN ...jack cover DC IN jack CHG lamp Power switch 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 OFF (CHG) (The default setting). The CHG (charge) lamp...
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... an outside power source Make the same connections as you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. To use a fully charged battery pack. Recording time Approximate time (min.) available 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...
... an outside power source Make the same connections as you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. To use a fully charged battery pack. Recording time Approximate time (min.) available 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...
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... if your camcorder. Getting Started If you use a fully charged battery pack. Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off , AC power (house current) is attached. This may cause a malfunction. 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 DCR-DVD203/DVD703 Battery pack LCD screen opened* LCD screen closed NP-FP50 (...
... if your camcorder. Getting Started If you use a fully charged battery pack. Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off , AC power (house current) is attached. This may cause a malfunction. 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 DCR-DVD203/DVD703 Battery pack LCD screen opened* LCD screen closed NP-FP50 (...
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... the time of purchase, the power will be displayed on your camcorder, or to edit them (DVD-RW: VR mode only) CHG 20 To turn off automatically if you record or play back, ...switch the power mode by pressing both knobs on the sides of the cap (DCR-DVD92/DVD602). 3 Hold your camcorder correctly. 1 Turn on the respective lamp. When you leave your... To record still images (Play/Edit): To play back pictures on the LCD screen for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power. ([A.SHUT OFF], p.69). Green button MODE 4 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the belt. Step 3:...
... the time of purchase, the power will be displayed on your camcorder, or to edit them (DVD-RW: VR mode only) CHG 20 To turn off automatically if you record or play back, ...switch the power mode by pressing both knobs on the sides of the cap (DCR-DVD92/DVD602). 3 Hold your camcorder correctly. 1 Turn on the respective lamp. When you leave your... To record still images (Play/Edit): To play back pictures on the LCD screen for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power. ([A.SHUT OFF], p.69). Green button MODE 4 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the belt. Step 3:...
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... open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side, you want to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the picture seen on the LCD screen is convenient during playback operations. This setting is clear. • You can adjust the brightness of... or play (). 180 degrees (max.) DISP/BATT INFO The viewfinder You can view pictures using the viewfinder to save battery power. Viewfinder Extend the viewfinder until disappears. • See [LCD/VF SET] - [LCD BRIGHT] (p.66) to adjust the brightness of the...
... open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side, you want to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the picture seen on the LCD screen is convenient during playback operations. This setting is clear. • You can adjust the brightness of... or play (). 180 degrees (max.) DISP/BATT INFO The viewfinder You can view pictures using the viewfinder to save battery power. Viewfinder Extend the viewfinder until disappears. • See [LCD/VF SET] - [LCD BRIGHT] (p.66) to adjust the brightness of the...
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... . / , then You can set it to the year 2079. For midday, set any year up to 12:00 AM. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder for the first time. AREA26.... 23 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. The clock starts. If you do not use your camcorder or...
... . / , then You can set it to the year 2079. For midday, set any year up to 12:00 AM. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder for the first time. AREA26.... 23 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. The clock starts. If you do not use your camcorder or...
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...disc cover. Proceed to recognize the disc depending on the disc type and condition. DVD-R You can start recording on the DVD-RW or the DVD+RW. • Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor while formatting. FORMAT : VIDEO Can playback on the ...condition of the disc. • To delete all of the previously recorded pictures from the LCD screen. It may take some time to step 6. • During Easy Handycam...
...disc cover. Proceed to recognize the disc depending on the disc type and condition. DVD-R You can start recording on the DVD-RW or the DVD+RW. • Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor while formatting. FORMAT : VIDEO Can playback on the ...condition of the disc. • To delete all of the previously recorded pictures from the LCD screen. It may take some time to step 6. • During Easy Handycam...
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...ash charge lamp flickers when charging the flash, and remains lit when the battery charge is complete. • If you use these functions in bright places. This may create... flash by setting [FLASH LEVEL], or you can be played back with DVD recorders/DVD players compatible with your discs. Recording/Playback • appears while recording or playing ... • The recommended distance to the subject when using it is hard to select a setting (DCR-DVD403/DVD803). No indicator displayed: Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light...
...ash charge lamp flickers when charging the flash, and remains lit when the battery charge is complete. • If you use these functions in bright places. This may create... flash by setting [FLASH LEVEL], or you can be played back with DVD recorders/DVD players compatible with your discs. Recording/Playback • appears while recording or playing ... • The recommended distance to the subject when using it is hard to select a setting (DCR-DVD403/DVD803). No indicator displayed: Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light...
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... the portion that you press and hold the button for a while, this button once, BATTERY INFO appears on Personal Menu are not initialized.) 37 To cancel, touch [END]. • You cannot change the zoom speed with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto). To initialize the settings Press RESET ...the center of the LCD screen. Adjust the magnification with the zoom buttons alongside of the LCD screen. If you want to display in stereo microphone (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803) When an external microphone (optional) is displayed for DCRDVD92/DVD602) Point the...
... the portion that you press and hold the button for a while, this button once, BATTERY INFO appears on Personal Menu are not initialized.) 37 To cancel, touch [END]. • You cannot change the zoom speed with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto). To initialize the settings Press RESET ...the center of the LCD screen. Adjust the magnification with the zoom buttons alongside of the LCD screen. If you want to display in stereo microphone (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803) When an external microphone (optional) is displayed for DCRDVD92/DVD602) Point the...
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... Viewing movies Image size (Except for DCR-DVD92/ DVD103/DVD602/DVD653) (62) 2016 × 1512 (DCR-DVD403/DVD803)/ 1152 × 864(DCR-DVD203/DVD703), or 640 × 480) .... Indicators displayed during recording will not be recorded. Recording still images Recording/Playback Remaining battery (approx.) (37) Recording mode ( or or ...58158; Counter (hour: minute: second) Disc type (13) Recording format of a DVD-RW (13) Remaining time of recorded still images Data file name ...
... Viewing movies Image size (Except for DCR-DVD92/ DVD103/DVD602/DVD653) (62) 2016 × 1512 (DCR-DVD403/DVD803)/ 1152 × 864(DCR-DVD203/DVD703), or 640 × 480) .... Indicators displayed during recording will not be recorded. Recording still images Recording/Playback Remaining battery (approx.) (37) Recording mode ( or or ...58158; Counter (hour: minute: second) Disc type (13) Recording format of a DVD-RW (13) Remaining time of recorded still images Data file name ...
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...this while playing back. Select a desired button or an item with then press ENTER to operate your camcorder (p.37). • To change the battery, see page 111. 41 ENTER When you press any of or ENTER again, the frame appears at the position where it was displayed last. ...) (p.29, 33) PLAY (p.29, 33) STOP (p.29, 33) DISPLAY (p.22) Transmitter START/STOP (p.28, 32) Power zoom (p.34, 36) PAUSE (p.29, 33) VISUAL INDEX (p.29, 33) Displays a VISUAL INDEX screen when you press any button, the orange frame appears on...
...this while playing back. Select a desired button or an item with then press ENTER to operate your camcorder (p.37). • To change the battery, see page 111. 41 ENTER When you press any of or ENTER again, the frame appears at the position where it was displayed last. ...) (p.29, 33) PLAY (p.29, 33) STOP (p.29, 33) DISPLAY (p.22) Transmitter START/STOP (p.28, 32) Power zoom (p.34, 36) PAUSE (p.29, 33) VISUAL INDEX (p.29, 33) Displays a VISUAL INDEX screen when you press any button, the orange frame appears on...
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... camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment. • Redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure if you have changed the battery pack while [AUTO] is selected, or you bring your camcorder outdoors from inside the house, or vice versa during the [ONE PUSH] is set to...
... camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment. • Redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure if you have changed the battery pack while [AUTO] is selected, or you bring your camcorder outdoors from inside the house, or vice versa during the [ONE PUSH] is set to...
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...When you use an AC Adaptor as the power source, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is not suitable for recording conversations. • The setting returns to the instruction manuals of the microphone for details. 66 For...level for more presence. Refer to [NORMAL] when you have the power source disconnected from your camcorder for recording sound. SUR MONITOR (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 4CH MIC Records 4 channel sound, front L/R and rear L/R, converting them into the same level. This setting is slightly ...
...When you use an AC Adaptor as the power source, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is not suitable for recording conversations. • The setting returns to the instruction manuals of the microphone for details. 66 For...level for more presence. Refer to [NORMAL] when you have the power source disconnected from your camcorder for recording sound. SUR MONITOR (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 4CH MIC Records 4 channel sound, front L/R and rear L/R, converting them into the same level. This setting is slightly ...