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... 50 Dividing the image 52 Creating the Playlist 53 Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders 56 Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer 57 Utilizing recording media...or a "Memory Stick Duo 28 Recording/Playback Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam 31 Recording 34 Zooming 36 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording 36 Using the...Contents Read this before operating your camcorder 5 Subject examples and solutions 11 Enjoying with your camcorder What you can do with your camcorder 12 Choosing a disc 14 Using your camcorder 16 " HOME" and " ...
... 50 Dividing the image 52 Creating the Playlist 53 Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders 56 Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer 57 Utilizing recording media...or a "Memory Stick Duo 28 Recording/Playback Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam 31 Recording 34 Zooming 36 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording 36 Using the...Contents Read this before operating your camcorder 5 Subject examples and solutions 11 Enjoying with your camcorder What you can do with your camcorder 12 Choosing a disc 14 Using your camcorder 16 " HOME" and " ...
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the starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 19) Category B Categories and items of menus " HOME MENU" - For items available in the (SETTINGS) category, see page 64. ... DISC/MEMORY) category Items Page FINALIZE* 46 DISC SELECT GUIDE 60 FORMAT* 61 FORMAT* 62 UNFINALIZE 62 DISC INFO 59 (SETTINGS) category To customize your camcorder (p. 64). * You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 31). " HOME" and " OPTION" -
the starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 19) Category B Categories and items of menus " HOME MENU" - For items available in the (SETTINGS) category, see page 64. ... DISC/MEMORY) category Items Page FINALIZE* 46 DISC SELECT GUIDE 60 FORMAT* 61 FORMAT* 62 UNFINALIZE 62 DISC INFO 59 (SETTINGS) category To customize your camcorder (p. 64). * You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 31). " HOME" and " OPTION" -
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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. Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. 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.
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. Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. 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.
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...cover with the disc set , the recording format is fixed to your camcorder: - while the ACCESS lamp is on the disc. In that case, the disc might be damaged. z Tips • When you use a DVD-RW while the Easy Handycam operation (p. 31) is set incorrectly, it may take up to ...10 minutes to your camcorder even when your camcorder to malfunction. • Do not disconnect the power sources during formatting. • Do not ...
...cover with the disc set , the recording format is fixed to your camcorder: - while the ACCESS lamp is on the disc. In that case, the disc might be damaged. z Tips • When you use a DVD-RW while the Easy Handycam operation (p. 31) is set incorrectly, it may take up to ...10 minutes to your camcorder even when your camcorder to malfunction. • Do not disconnect the power sources during formatting. • Do not ...
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... INDEX screen.) Returns to the recording screen Previous 6 images Next 6 images Returns to the recording screen Displays the movies Disc type Appears with ease (Easy Handycam) (Continued) Viewing recorded movies/still images 1 Turn the POWER switch A to turn on each of the scene/ previous scene Stop (go to the VISUAL INDEX... the movie you touch Next scene Reverse/ Forward 32 Displays the still images 3 Start playing back. Recording and playing back with the image on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) F (or G).
... INDEX screen.) Returns to the recording screen Previous 6 images Next 6 images Returns to the recording screen Displays the movies Disc type Appears with ease (Easy Handycam) (Continued) Viewing recorded movies/still images 1 Turn the POWER switch A to turn on each of the scene/ previous scene Stop (go to the VISUAL INDEX... the movie you touch Next scene Reverse/ Forward 32 Displays the still images 3 Start playing back. Recording and playing back with the image on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) F (or G).
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... You can delete images on a connected PictBridge printer (p. 57). Insert a recorded disc or "Memory Stick Duo" into your camcorder to a computer (p. 83). Press and hold the image on a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo" (p. 52). ...images You can delete the images recorded on a disc or "Memory Stick Duo," or copy them onto your camcorder. Cancel the Easy Handycam operation first. EDIT You can create and edit a Playlist (p. 53). b Notes • You cannot ... computer for viewing, editing or creating an original DVD. (OTHERS) category Item list DELETE You can connect your camcorder.
... You can delete images on a connected PictBridge printer (p. 57). Insert a recorded disc or "Memory Stick Duo" into your camcorder to a computer (p. 83). Press and hold the image on a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo" (p. 52). ...images You can delete the images recorded on a disc or "Memory Stick Duo," or copy them onto your camcorder. Cancel the Easy Handycam operation first. EDIT You can create and edit a Playlist (p. 53). b Notes • You cannot ... computer for viewing, editing or creating an original DVD. (OTHERS) category Item list DELETE You can connect your camcorder.
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... Playlist. . b Notes • You cannot add or edit movies during Easy Handycam operation. Touch to return to confirm the image. Cancel the Easy Handycam operation first. 1 Touch (OTHERS) of the movies that you touch and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder. Press and hold the image on about half-second increments. Continued...
... Playlist. . b Notes • You cannot add or edit movies during Easy Handycam operation. Touch to return to confirm the image. Cancel the Easy Handycam operation first. 1 Touch (OTHERS) of the movies that you touch and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder. Press and hold the image on about half-second increments. Continued...
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... use a DVD-RW while the Easy Handycam operation (p. 31) is set, the recording format is required on the disc. b Notes • Use the AC Adaptor as the power source to prevent your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during formatting. • Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder from running...
... use a DVD-RW while the Easy Handycam operation (p. 31) is set, the recording format is required on the disc. b Notes • Use the AC Adaptor as the power source to prevent your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during formatting. • Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder from running...
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... additional scenes on the (Movie) lamp. 3 Insert the finalized disc into your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the operation. • A DVD menu created during the Easy Handycam operation. A confirmation screen appears to prompt you to confirm that you wish to ...your camcorder. Utilizing recording media 4 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 5 When [Completed.] appears, touch . 1 Connect...
... additional scenes on the (Movie) lamp. 3 Insert the finalized disc into your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the operation. • A DVD menu created during the Easy Handycam operation. A confirmation screen appears to prompt you to confirm that you wish to ...your camcorder. Utilizing recording media 4 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 5 When [Completed.] appears, touch . 1 Connect...
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...*2 74 GENERAL SET (p. 75) Items Page DEMO MODE 75 CALIBRATION 108 A.SHUT OFF 75 REMOTE CTRL 75 *1 DCR-DVD508/DVD908 only *2 Also available during Easy Handycam operation *3 Only [SOUND SETTINGS] is available during Easy Handycam operation. 65 Customizing your camcorder
...*2 74 GENERAL SET (p. 75) Items Page DEMO MODE 75 CALIBRATION 108 A.SHUT OFF 75 REMOTE CTRL 75 *1 DCR-DVD508/DVD908 only *2 Also available during Easy Handycam operation *3 Only [SOUND SETTINGS] is available during Easy Handycam operation. 65 Customizing your camcorder
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... find the item anywhere, the function does not work under the situation. Activating functions using your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. • The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation. (OPTION) 1 3 1 Tab 2 Touch the desired item. If you want is not on the screen ... recording/playback status of the operation. If you right-click the mouse on the screen. Various functions are displayed in the context of your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on a computer. When the item you cannot find the desired item, touch another tab.
... find the item anywhere, the function does not work under the situation. Activating functions using your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. • The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation. (OPTION) 1 3 1 Tab 2 Touch the desired item. If you want is not on the screen ... recording/playback status of the operation. If you right-click the mouse on the screen. Various functions are displayed in the context of your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on a computer. When the item you cannot find the desired item, touch another tab.
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...(p. 116) using your camcorder, use the following menu items return to their default settings during Easy Handycam operation. • The following buttons/functions are not available. - Turn off (pressing and holding the DISP BATT/ INFO button for a few seconds for DVD-RW: [VIDEO] •...the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (p. 22). If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. • Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation/ Remote Commander 88 • Batteries/Power sources 89 • LCD screen/viewfinder 90 • Discs/"Memory ...
...(p. 116) using your camcorder, use the following menu items return to their default settings during Easy Handycam operation. • The following buttons/functions are not available. - Turn off (pressing and holding the DISP BATT/ INFO button for a few seconds for DVD-RW: [VIDEO] •...the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (p. 22). If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. • Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation/ Remote Commander 88 • Batteries/Power sources 89 • LCD screen/viewfinder 90 • Discs/"Memory ...
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... off your hand or a faint sound is heard during Easy Handycam operation. - [FILE NO. ] - [VOLUME] - [TV TYPE] - [ DISPLAY] - [BEEP] - [SUB-T DATE] - [CLOCK SET] - [AREA SET] - [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] - [DEMO MODE] - [ LANGUAGE SET] Your camcorder vibrates. • Vibration occurs depending on the power again, ...Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly. Change the setting of [A.SHUT OFF] (p. 75), or turn on the condition of your DVD device, or cover the sensor of the disc. marks (p. 117). • Remove any obstructions between the Remote Commander and the remote sensor...
... off your hand or a faint sound is heard during Easy Handycam operation. - [FILE NO. ] - [VOLUME] - [TV TYPE] - [ DISPLAY] - [BEEP] - [SUB-T DATE] - [CLOCK SET] - [AREA SET] - [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] - [DEMO MODE] - [ LANGUAGE SET] Your camcorder vibrates. • Vibration occurs depending on the power again, ...Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly. Change the setting of [A.SHUT OFF] (p. 75), or turn on the condition of your DVD device, or cover the sensor of the disc. marks (p. 117). • Remove any obstructions between the Remote Commander and the remote sensor...
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...; This is called the focal plane phenomenon. The subjects passing by the frame rapidly might appear crooked depending on the mode of your disc is DVD+RW. This is not a malfunction. The conversion lens (optional) attached • Even if auto flash or (Auto redeye reduction) is not a ... LIGHT function does not function. • The BACK LIGHT function cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation. Troubleshooting (Continued) The ACCESS lamp lights up even when you stop recording. • Your camcorder is recording the scene you have just shot on an object, such as a fast moving ...
...; This is called the focal plane phenomenon. The subjects passing by the frame rapidly might appear crooked depending on the mode of your disc is DVD+RW. This is not a malfunction. The conversion lens (optional) attached • Even if auto flash or (Auto redeye reduction) is not a ... LIGHT function does not function. • The BACK LIGHT function cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation. Troubleshooting (Continued) The ACCESS lamp lights up even when you stop recording. • Your camcorder is recording the scene you have just shot on an object, such as a fast moving ...
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...another device cannot be configured for deleting data (p. 15). • You cannot delete movie during playback on your camcorder (p. 56). DVD+RW Unable to [UNFINALIZE]. • [UNFINALIZE] is connected to a computer When using the movies on a disc, a computer does not...to a "Memory Stick Duo." • You cannot copy a movie from your camcorder. Unable to a "Memory Stick Duo" as a still image during the Easy Handycam operation. • A scene protected on a Macintosh. DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) - DVD+R DL You cannot edit or record additional material on a disc using other devices...
...another device cannot be configured for deleting data (p. 15). • You cannot delete movie during playback on your camcorder (p. 56). DVD+RW Unable to [UNFINALIZE]. • [UNFINALIZE] is connected to a computer When using the movies on a disc, a computer does not...to a "Memory Stick Duo." • You cannot copy a movie from your camcorder. Unable to a "Memory Stick Duo" as a still image during the Easy Handycam operation. • A scene protected on a Macintosh. DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) - DVD+R DL You cannot edit or record additional material on a disc using other devices...
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...software. Read "license2.pdf" in the camcorder. To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is provided on your camcorder. and other countries. • Pentium...are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc in the U.S. On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," " ," "Memory Stick Duo," " ," "...Memory Stick" and "MagicGate Memory Stick Duo" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, and DVD+R DL logo are trademarks. • Dolby and the double...
...software. Read "license2.pdf" in the camcorder. To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is provided on your camcorder. and other countries. • Pentium...are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc in the U.S. On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," " ," "Memory Stick Duo," " ," "...Memory Stick" and "MagicGate Memory Stick Duo" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, and DVD+R DL logo are trademarks. • Dolby and the double...