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... encouraged to try to correct the interference by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For the customers in order to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there... is connected. - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are designed to provide reasonable ...
... encouraged to try to correct the interference by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For the customers in order to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there... is connected. - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are designed to provide reasonable ...
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... 45 To display the screen indicators - Rec Review 43 Playback - Picture effect 64 Using special effects - END SEARCH - EDITSEARCH - Digital effect ........... 65 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 68 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 70 Focusing manually 71 Interval recording 72 Frame by ... on a "Memory Stick" 12 Getting Started Using this manual 14 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 18 Installing the battery pack 18 Charging the battery pack 19 Connecting to a wall outlet 24 Step 2 Setting the date and time ........ 26 Step 3 Inserting a cassette ...
... 45 To display the screen indicators - Rec Review 43 Playback - Picture effect 64 Using special effects - END SEARCH - EDITSEARCH - Digital effect ........... 65 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 68 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 70 Focusing manually 71 Interval recording 72 Frame by ... on a "Memory Stick" 12 Getting Started Using this manual 14 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 18 Installing the battery pack 18 Charging the battery pack 19 Connecting to a wall outlet 24 Step 2 Setting the date and time ........ 26 Step 3 Inserting a cassette ...
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...All other countries. •Pentium is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," and "MagicGate Memory Stick" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick Duo" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. •Windows and Windows Media are trademarks or ...and messages .... 233 Additional Information About video cassette 237 About the "Memory Stick 240 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 242 About i.LINK 244 Using your camcorder abroad .......... 246 Maintenance information and precautions 247 Specifications 253 • , and are trademarks. • i....
...All other countries. •Pentium is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," and "MagicGate Memory Stick" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick Duo" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. •Windows and Windows Media are trademarks or ...and messages .... 233 Additional Information About video cassette 237 About the "Memory Stick 240 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 242 About i.LINK 244 Using your camcorder abroad .......... 246 Maintenance information and precautions 247 Specifications 253 • , and are trademarks. • i....
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... sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 or RMT-814 3 RMT-708 4 5 6 Stereo or Monaural 7 8 9 q; 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 264) RMT-814: RMT-708: 2 AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 19) 3 NP-FM30 Rechargeable Battery Pack (1) (p. 18, 19) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 264) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 51, 94...
... sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 or RMT-814 3 RMT-708 4 5 6 Stereo or Monaural 7 8 9 q; 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 264) RMT-814: RMT-708: 2 AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 19) 3 NP-FM30 Rechargeable Battery Pack (1) (p. 18, 19) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 264) 5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 51, 94...
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Connecting the power cord (p. 24) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Open the DC IN jack cover. Power cord Connect the plug with the cassette window facing up . See the page in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 2 Push the center of your camcorder outdoors (p. 18). AC Adaptor (supplied...
Connecting the power cord (p. 24) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. Open the DC IN jack cover. Power cord Connect the plug with the cassette window facing up . See the page in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 2 Push the center of your camcorder outdoors (p. 18). AC Adaptor (supplied...
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...rewind the tape. V POWER ME CR OFF(CHG) CAM Viewfinder View a picture placing your camcorder. 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Adjust the viewfinder lens to start playback. If you purchase your camcorder, the clock is not set the clock before recording (p. 26). The cap is not attached...your eye against this part when the LCD panel is black and white. 4 Press START/STOP. REW 3 Press N to your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. * Modes on the POWER switch vary depending on the LCD screen (p. 45) 2 Press m to record the date and...
...rewind the tape. V POWER ME CR OFF(CHG) CAM Viewfinder View a picture placing your camcorder. 3 Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. Adjust the viewfinder lens to start playback. If you purchase your camcorder, the clock is not set the clock before recording (p. 26). The cap is not attached...your eye against this part when the LCD panel is black and white. 4 Press START/STOP. REW 3 Press N to your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel, or the battery pack. * Modes on the POWER switch vary depending on the LCD screen (p. 45) 2 Press m to record the date and...
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... a "Memory Stick" in parentheses "( )" for more information. Open the DC IN jack cover. Quick Start Guide - Connecting the power cord (p. 24) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. See the page in the "Memory Stick" slot as far as illustrated. Recording on a "Memory Stick" Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you...
... a "Memory Stick" in parentheses "( )" for more information. Open the DC IN jack cover. Quick Start Guide - Connecting the power cord (p. 24) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder. See the page in the "Memory Stick" slot as far as illustrated. Recording on a "Memory Stick" Quick Start Guide This chapter introduces you...
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Viewfinder View a picture placing your eye against this part when the LCD panel is not set up your camcorder, the clock is closed (p. 32). Monitoring the playback still images on the LCD screen (p. 163) CR 1 Set the POWER switch to select the desired image. ... the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. V POWER ME OFF(CHG) CAM 2 Press MEMORY PLAY. When you purchase your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack. 13 If you purchase your eyesight (p. 35). to MEMORY or VCR while pressing the small green button. PHOTO PHOTO 2 Set the POWER switch...
Viewfinder View a picture placing your eye against this part when the LCD panel is not set up your camcorder, the clock is closed (p. 32). Monitoring the playback still images on the LCD screen (p. 163) CR 1 Set the POWER switch to select the desired image. ... the LCD panel while pressing OPEN. V POWER ME OFF(CHG) CAM 2 Press MEMORY PLAY. When you purchase your camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel or the battery pack. 13 If you purchase your eyesight (p. 35). to MEMORY or VCR while pressing the small green button. PHOTO PHOTO 2 Set the POWER switch...
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BATT (battery) release lever If you install the large-capacity battery pack If you install the NP-FM70/QM71/QM71D/FM90/FM91/QM91/QM91D battery pack on your camcorder, extend the viewfinder. 18 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. 1 2 To remove the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing the BATT (battery) release lever down.
BATT (battery) release lever If you install the large-capacity battery pack If you install the NP-FM70/QM71/QM71D/FM90/FM91/QM91/QM91D battery pack on your camcorder, extend the viewfinder. 18 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks. 1 2 To remove the battery pack (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing the BATT (battery) release lever down.
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See page 242 for your camcorder to OFF (CHG). The charge lamp lights up . (2) Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to the DC IN jack with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). BATT INFO 4... Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for details of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the plug's v mark facing up when...
See page 242 for your camcorder to OFF (CHG). The charge lamp lights up . (2) Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to the DC IN jack with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). BATT INFO 4... Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for details of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the plug's v mark facing up when...
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... standard. REC TIME AVAILABLE LCD SCREEN: 80 min VIEWFINDER: 105 min Full charge After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC Adaptor from coming into contact with the metal parts on your camcorder. Until the remaining battery charge is still displayed. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC Adaptor. To display the...
... standard. REC TIME AVAILABLE LCD SCREEN: 80 min VIEWFINDER: 105 min Full charge After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC Adaptor from coming into contact with the metal parts on your camcorder. Until the remaining battery charge is still displayed. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC Adaptor. To display the...
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... have the mark (p. 242). The charging time may increase if the battery's temperature is a lithium ion battery pack that the indication is "InfoLITHIUM"? Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). TM SERIES Charging time Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71/QM71D NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D...
... have the mark (p. 242). The charging time may increase if the battery's temperature is a lithium ion battery pack that the indication is "InfoLITHIUM"? Your camcorder operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). TM SERIES Charging time Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71/QM71D NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D...
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... NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 625 310 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 80 40 130 70 270 145 315 165 410 215 475 250 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Continuous Typical* NP-FM30 (supplied) 115 55 NP-FM50 185 90 NP-FM70 385 190 NP-QM71/QM71D 445 220... NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 670 330 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 85 40 140 70 295 145 340 165 450 220 520 255 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Continuous Typical* NP-FM30 (supplied) 165 80 NP-FM50 265 130 NP-FM70 540 265 NP-QM71/QM71D 640 315...
... NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 625 310 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 80 40 130 70 270 145 315 165 410 215 475 250 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Continuous Typical* NP-FM30 (supplied) 115 55 NP-FM50 185 90 NP-FM70 385 190 NP-QM71/QM71D 445 220... NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D 670 330 Recording with the LCD screen Continuous Typical* 85 40 140 70 295 145 340 165 450 220 520 255 Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Continuous Typical* NP-FM30 (supplied) 165 80 NP-FM50 265 130 NP-FM70 540 265 NP-QM71/QM71D 640 315...
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...-FM91/QM91/QM91D Playing on the LCD screen 80 135 285 335 435 505 Playing with the LCD closed 120 195 400 465 600 695 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71/QM71D NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D Playing on the LCD screen 90 150 310... 365 475 550 Playing with the LCD closed 130 210 430 505 655 755 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71/QM71D NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D Playing on the LCD screen 120 195 400...
...-FM91/QM91/QM91D Playing on the LCD screen 80 135 285 335 435 505 Playing with the LCD closed 120 195 400 465 600 695 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71/QM71D NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D Playing on the LCD screen 90 150 310... 365 475 550 Playing with the LCD closed 130 210 430 505 655 755 Battery pack NP-FM30 (supplied) NP-FM50 NP-FM70 NP-QM71/QM71D NP-FM90 NP-FM91/QM91/QM91D Playing on the LCD screen 120 195 400...
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...Note Approximate continuous playing time at 25°C (77°F). Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm by about 20%. system is reduced You can charge the battery in the Digital8 The playing time of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to a wall...table shows the playing time for a long time, we recommend that you use your camcorder with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to 86°F). The battery life will be shorter if you power it from a wall outlet using the AC...
...Note Approximate continuous playing time at 25°C (77°F). Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder in the Hi8 /standard 8 mm by about 20%. system is reduced You can charge the battery in the Digital8 The playing time of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to a wall...table shows the playing time for a long time, we recommend that you use your camcorder with the plug's v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to 86°F). The battery life will be shorter if you power it from a wall outlet using the AC...
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Using a car battery Use Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional). While using the AC Adaptor, if any power if the power cord is connected to the operating instructions of the Car Battery Adaptor for further information. 25 Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply PRECAUTION The set is not disconnected from the ... Refer to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is attached to your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority." Notes •The AC Adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is not plugged into a wall outlet. •Place the AC Adaptor near a ...
Using a car battery Use Sony Car Battery Adaptor (optional). While using the AC Adaptor, if any power if the power cord is connected to the operating instructions of the Car Battery Adaptor for further information. 25 Getting Started Step 1 Preparing the power supply PRECAUTION The set is not disconnected from the ... Refer to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is attached to your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has "source priority." Notes •The AC Adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is not plugged into a wall outlet. •Place the AC Adaptor near a ...
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Set the date and time after charging the built-in , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET in battery fully. Set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, and then ... each time when you set the date and time settings.* If you use your camcorder for about three months, the date and time settings may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery will have been discharged (p. 249). The clock starts. (6) Press MENU to CAMERA or MEMORY...
Set the date and time after charging the built-in , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET in battery fully. Set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, and then ... each time when you set the date and time settings.* If you use your camcorder for about three months, the date and time settings may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery will have been discharged (p. 249). The clock starts. (6) Press MENU to CAMERA or MEMORY...
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... turns off your camcorder. Note on your camcorder, we recommend that you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can record longer than in SP mode.*1) When you recorded and the next scene is to save battery power and to the left as you do not eject the cassette even... if you change the battery pack...
... turns off your camcorder. Note on your camcorder, we recommend that you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can record longer than in SP mode.*1) When you recorded and the next scene is to save battery power and to the left as you do not eject the cassette even... if you change the battery pack...
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... up to see. The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side (from your camcorder Remove the battery pack from the initial opening position). 180° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing... it into the camcorder body. Notes on the built-in the mirror mode, the viewfinder is opened Recording time becomes a little shorter compared with when ...
... up to see. The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side (from your camcorder Remove the battery pack from the initial opening position). 180° 90° When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing... it into the camcorder body. Notes on the built-in the mirror mode, the viewfinder is opened Recording time becomes a little shorter compared with when ...
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... switch to CAMERA, VCR/PLAYER or MEMORY.* (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select LCD BRIGHT in in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 216). •Even if you adjust the LCD screen backlight, the recorded picture will not be affected. * Modes on the POWER switch vary depending...
... switch to CAMERA, VCR/PLAYER or MEMORY.* (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select LCD BRIGHT in in the menu settings when using the battery pack (p. 216). •Even if you adjust the LCD screen backlight, the recorded picture will not be affected. * Modes on the POWER switch vary depending...