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..., stand, tripod, bracket, or table. for necessary ventilation. Never block the slots and openings by placing the set . For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other materials. - This plug will fit into the set . Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by items placed upon or against them...
..., stand, tripod, bracket, or table. for necessary ventilation. Never block the slots and openings by placing the set . For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other materials. - This plug will fit into the set . Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by items placed upon or against them...
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... provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in the U.S.A. You can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used rechargeable batteries to these numbers whenever you . Address: 16450 W. However, there is for future reference. Refer to the collection and recycling ... provided below is no guarantee that may result in the U.S.A. AC- CAUTION The use of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD305 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Model No. This equipment generates, uses, and can help preserve our environment by one or more...
... provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in the U.S.A. You can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used rechargeable batteries to these numbers whenever you . Address: 16450 W. However, there is for future reference. Refer to the collection and recycling ... provided below is no guarantee that may result in the U.S.A. AC- CAUTION The use of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD305 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Model No. This equipment generates, uses, and can help preserve our environment by one or more...
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... to which the receiver is supplied with or (p.135). See page 16 for help. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - "Battery pack" THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE...CD-ROM)* * The DCR-DVD105/DVD205/DVD605/ DVD705 do not include "First Step Guide" because they do not support a computer connection. On the discs you can use "Memory Stick Duo" marked with two kinds of "Memory Stick." "Memory Stick Duo" (This size can use Your camcorder is connected. - ...
... to which the receiver is supplied with or (p.135). See page 16 for help. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - "Battery pack" THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE...CD-ROM)* * The DCR-DVD105/DVD205/DVD605/ DVD705 do not include "First Step Guide" because they do not support a computer connection. On the discs you can use "Memory Stick Duo" marked with two kinds of "Memory Stick." "Memory Stick Duo" (This size can use Your camcorder is connected. - ...
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... the proper direction. to apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder. • Before connecting your camcorder to another device with "Memory Stick" compatible equipment (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) Be sure to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from being broken or recorded pictures from the... camcorder. - Memory Stick Duo Adaptor On using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of ...
... the proper direction. to apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder. • Before connecting your camcorder to another device with "Memory Stick" compatible equipment (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) Be sure to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from being broken or recorded pictures from the... camcorder. - Memory Stick Duo Adaptor On using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of ...
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... automatic settings Using Easy Handycam operation 34 Recording with ease 36 Playing back with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) To record in dark places (NightShot plus) To adjust the exposure for playing back on , and holding your camcorder 25 Step 4: Adjusting the ...aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of Contents Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do with your DVD Handycam 14 Choosing a disc 16 Using your DVD Handycam 18 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 20 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 21 Step 3: Turning the power on a DVD player ...
... automatic settings Using Easy Handycam operation 34 Recording with ease 36 Playing back with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) To record in dark places (NightShot plus) To adjust the exposure for playing back on , and holding your camcorder 25 Step 4: Adjusting the ...aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of Contents Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do with your DVD Handycam 14 Choosing a disc 16 Using your DVD Handycam 18 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 20 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 21 Step 3: Turning the power on a DVD player ...
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... To play back a series of still images (Slide show) Recording/playback To check the remaining battery To turn off the operation confirmation beep To initialize the settings (RESET) Other part names and ...Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting 50 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 51 Remote Commander (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 53 Playing the picture on a TV 54 Playback on DVD devices Making the disc...the Setup items 66 Setup items 68 CAMERA SET 70 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.) STILL SET 75 Settings for still images...
... To play back a series of still images (Slide show) Recording/playback To check the remaining battery To turn off the operation confirmation beep To initialize the settings (RESET) Other part names and ...Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting 50 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 51 Remote Commander (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 53 Playing the picture on a TV 54 Playback on DVD devices Making the disc...the Setup items 66 Setup items 68 CAMERA SET 70 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.) STILL SET 75 Settings for still images...
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 109 Warning indicators and messages 127 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 132 About the disc 134 About the "Memory Stick" (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 135 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 137 Maintenance and precautions 139 Specifications 143 Glossary, Index Glossary 146 Index...148 13
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 109 Warning indicators and messages 127 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 132 About the disc 134 About the "Memory Stick" (DCR-DVD305/DVD755 135 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 137 Maintenance and precautions 139 Specifications 143 Glossary, Index Glossary 146 Index...148 13
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...) (For DCR-DVD105/DVD205/ DVD605/DVD705) Use when copying a disc recorded with your camcorder onto a 12cm DVD. Lens cap (1) (p.25) Surround microphone ECM-L100 (1) (p.46) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.54, 96, 98, 102) USB cable (1) (p.100, 102) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.53) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) A button-type lithium battery is already...
...) (For DCR-DVD105/DVD205/ DVD605/DVD705) Use when copying a disc recorded with your camcorder onto a 12cm DVD. Lens cap (1) (p.25) Surround microphone ECM-L100 (1) (p.46) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.54, 96, 98, 102) USB cable (1) (p.100, 102) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.53) (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) A button-type lithium battery is already...
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... excess force may lead to 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) (p.137) to your camcorder. • You cannot use an NP-FP30 battery pack with your camcorder. (See the reverse side of the arrow to set it...
... excess force may lead to 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) (p.137) to your camcorder. • You cannot use an NP-FP30 battery pack with your camcorder. (See the reverse side of the arrow to set it...
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...camcorder and the DC plug. BATT (battery) release lever • When you use it for a long time (p.137). To use an outside power source Make the same connections as you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack on . For DCR-DVD105/DVD605 Battery... pack Continuous Typical recording recording time time* NP-FP50 (supplied) 100 045 115 050 NP-FP70 215 095 240 110 NP-FP71 255 115 290 130 NP-FP90 385 175 435 195 For DCR-DVD205/DVD705 Battery pack Continuous Typical ...
...camcorder and the DC plug. BATT (battery) release lever • When you use it for a long time (p.137). To use an outside power source Make the same connections as you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack on . For DCR-DVD105/DVD605 Battery... pack Continuous Typical recording recording time time* NP-FP50 (supplied) 100 045 115 050 NP-FP70 215 095 240 110 NP-FP71 255 115 290 130 NP-FP90 385 175 435 195 For DCR-DVD205/DVD705 Battery pack Continuous Typical ...
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Top: When the LCD backlight turns on . For DCR-DVD105/DVD605 Battery pack LCD screen LCD screen opened* closed NP-FP50 (supplied) 105 120 NP-FP70 225 255 NP-FP71 270 300 NP-FP90 400 455 For DCR-DVD205/DVD705 Battery pack LCD screen LCD screen opened* closed NP-FP50 (supplied) ...and playback time will be correctly displayed under which you use a fully charged battery pack. Playback time Approximate time (min.) available when you use your camcorder, even when the power cord is disconnected from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is closed NP-FP50 (supplied) 080 ...
Top: When the LCD backlight turns on . For DCR-DVD105/DVD605 Battery pack LCD screen LCD screen opened* closed NP-FP50 (supplied) 105 120 NP-FP70 225 255 NP-FP71 270 300 NP-FP90 400 455 For DCR-DVD205/DVD705 Battery pack LCD screen LCD screen opened* closed NP-FP50 (supplied) ...and playback time will be correctly displayed under which you use a fully charged battery pack. Playback time Approximate time (min.) available when you use your camcorder, even when the power cord is disconnected from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is closed NP-FP50 (supplied) 080 ...
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...power source (house current) as long as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any trouble occurs while using the adaptor, immediately shut off . 24 This may cause a malfunction. If any metallic objects. Step 2: Charging the... battery pack (continued) On the AC Adaptor • Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off ...
...power source (house current) as long as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any trouble occurs while using the adaptor, immediately shut off . 24 This may cause a malfunction. If any metallic objects. Step 2: Charging the... battery pack (continued) On the AC Adaptor • Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off ...
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... lamp. Step 3: Turning the power on, and holding your camcorder To record, slide the POWER switch to turn on the power of your camcorder, the current date and time will be displayed on the LCD... up. 4 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the belt. POWER switch Lens cap 3 Hold your camcorder without any operation attempted for a few seconds. When using it for the first time, the [CLOCK SET...] screen appears (p.28). • After you leave your camcorder correctly. Green button (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images To turn off ...
... lamp. Step 3: Turning the power on, and holding your camcorder To record, slide the POWER switch to turn on the power of your camcorder, the current date and time will be displayed on the LCD... up. 4 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the belt. POWER switch Lens cap 3 Hold your camcorder without any operation attempted for a few seconds. When using it for the first time, the [CLOCK SET...] screen appears (p.28). • After you leave your camcorder correctly. Green button (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images To turn off ...
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... selecting [LCD/VF SET] - [VF B.LIGHT] (p.81). Step 4: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder The LCD screen Open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 180 degrees (max.) DISP/BATT INFO The viewfinder You can view pictures using the... open or adjust the LCD screen. • If you open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side, you want to make the battery last longer (For DCR-DVD205/DVD305/DVD705/ DVD755) Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO until the picture is clear. •...
... selecting [LCD/VF SET] - [VF B.LIGHT] (p.81). Step 4: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder The LCD screen Open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 180 degrees (max.) DISP/BATT INFO The viewfinder You can view pictures using the... open or adjust the LCD screen. • If you open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side, you want to make the battery last longer (For DCR-DVD205/DVD305/DVD705/ DVD755) Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO until the picture is clear. •...
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...OK • You can set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. Step 6: Setting the date and time ...Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. 1 Touch t [SETUP]. 2 Select (TIME/LANGU.) with / , then touch . 4 Select...
...OK • You can set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. Step 6: Setting the date and time ...Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. 1 Touch t [SETUP]. 2 Select (TIME/LANGU.) with / , then touch . 4 Select...
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... disc can be played back only on the DVD-RW/ DVD+RW. • Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor while formatting. FORMAT : 16:9 WIDE Select aspect ratio of the recording ...FORMAT : VIDEO Can playback on most of the recording picture, then format the disc. Cannot edit in Camcorder VIDEO VR OK xVIDEO mode You can start recording on DVD devices that case, the disc might be... recorded. Proceed to step 6. • During Easy Handycam operation (p.34), [Format the disc? xDVD+RW Select the aspect ratio of DVD devices if...
... disc can be played back only on the DVD-RW/ DVD+RW. • Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor while formatting. FORMAT : 16:9 WIDE Select aspect ratio of the recording ...FORMAT : VIDEO Can playback on most of the recording picture, then format the disc. Cannot edit in Camcorder VIDEO VR OK xVIDEO mode You can start recording on DVD devices that case, the disc might be... recorded. Proceed to step 6. • During Easy Handycam operation (p.34), [Format the disc? xDVD+RW Select the aspect ratio of DVD devices if...
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... image data may be damaged. 3 Close the Memory Stick Duo cover. Inserting a "Memory Stick Duo" (DCR-DVD305/DVD755) You can use it clicks. For details, see page 76. 1 Open the Memory Stick Duo...Stick Duo" does not pop up and drop off , eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack. To eject a "Memory Stick Duo" Lightly push the "Memory Stick Duo" after step 2. •... Stick Duo" marked with or (p.135). • The number of the previously recorded pictures from your camcorder. 2 Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" into the slot in the right direction until it and information ...
... image data may be damaged. 3 Close the Memory Stick Duo cover. Inserting a "Memory Stick Duo" (DCR-DVD305/DVD755) You can use it clicks. For details, see page 76. 1 Open the Memory Stick Duo...Stick Duo" does not pop up and drop off , eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack. To eject a "Memory Stick Duo" Lightly push the "Memory Stick Duo" after step 2. •... Stick Duo" marked with or (p.135). • The number of the previously recorded pictures from your camcorder. 2 Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" into the slot in the right direction until it and information ...
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... then press it means data is [MEMORY STICK]. 1 2 The number of recordable still images and recording media 3 Press PHOTO lightly to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the battery or AC Adaptor. 43 When disappears, the image has been recorded. The recording screen returns with the selected recording media displayed at the...onto the disc or "Memory Stick Duo" (For DCRDVD305/DVD755). Flashing bLights up the (Still) lamp. 2 Select the recording media for still images (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755). 1 Touch t [STILL MEDIA]. 2 Select the media for recording still images, then touch .
... then press it means data is [MEMORY STICK]. 1 2 The number of recordable still images and recording media 3 Press PHOTO lightly to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the battery or AC Adaptor. 43 When disappears, the image has been recorded. The recording screen returns with the selected recording media displayed at the...onto the disc or "Memory Stick Duo" (For DCRDVD305/DVD755). Flashing bLights up the (Still) lamp. 2 Select the recording media for still images (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755). 1 Touch t [STILL MEDIA]. 2 Select the media for recording still images, then touch .
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The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on your camcorder. 2 Press PLAY/EDIT A (or B). Zoom lever POWER switch PLAY/EDITB PLAY/EDIT A 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the LCD screen. Previous 6 pictures Next 6 ... the still images on the disc. 3 tab: Displays the still images on the "Memory Stick Duo" (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755). • It may take some time to play back the movie and make the battery last longer (p.83). 44 Touch [ DISPLAY] in STANDARD SET not to play back the first 5 seconds of...
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on your camcorder. 2 Press PLAY/EDIT A (or B). Zoom lever POWER switch PLAY/EDITB PLAY/EDIT A 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the LCD screen. Previous 6 pictures Next 6 ... the still images on the disc. 3 tab: Displays the still images on the "Memory Stick Duo" (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755). • It may take some time to play back the movie and make the battery last longer (p.83). 44 Touch [ DISPLAY] in STANDARD SET not to play back the first 5 seconds of...
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.... The default setting is connected, it takes precedence over the internal microphone (For DCR-DVD305/ DVD755)(p.102). 8 Remote sensor (For DCR-DVD305/ DVD755) Point the Remote Commander (p.53) towards the remote sensor to the...battery .... To initialize the settings (RESET).. Recording/Playback 1 Play back the picture you want to display in stereo microphone When an external microphone (supplied or optional) is [ON] (continuous playback). • You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show 6 Touch on the screen to extend the indication to operate your camcorder...
.... The default setting is connected, it takes precedence over the internal microphone (For DCR-DVD305/ DVD755)(p.102). 8 Remote sensor (For DCR-DVD305/ DVD755) Point the Remote Commander (p.53) towards the remote sensor to the...battery .... To initialize the settings (RESET).. Recording/Playback 1 Play back the picture you want to display in stereo microphone When an external microphone (supplied or optional) is [ON] (continuous playback). • You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show 6 Touch on the screen to extend the indication to operate your camcorder...