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... Recorder Operating Guide DCR-DVD650/DVD850 4-125-249-11(1) Enjoying with Your Camcorder 13 Getting Started 21 Recording/Playback 34 Editing 49 Utilizing Media 67 Customizing Your 79 Camcorder Performing with Your 95 Computer Troubleshooting 102 Additional 114 Information Quick 130 Reference Spanish... Quick Guide/ 140 Guía rápida en español © 2009 Sony Corporation http://www.sony.net/ Printed on this product ...
... Recorder Operating Guide DCR-DVD650/DVD850 4-125-249-11(1) Enjoying with Your Camcorder 13 Getting Started 21 Recording/Playback 34 Editing 49 Utilizing Media 67 Customizing Your 79 Camcorder Performing with Your 95 Computer Troubleshooting 102 Additional 114 Information Quick 130 Reference Spanish... Quick Guide/ 140 Guía rápida en español © 2009 Sony Corporation http://www.sony.net/ Printed on this product ...
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...of small children. • Keep the battery pack dry. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Replace the battery with Part 15 of optical...chemical burns. Battery pack This device complies with the specified type only. Operation is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. • Dispose of used rechargeable batteries to the following cautions. • Do not disassemble. • Do not crush and do ...
...of small children. • Keep the battery pack dry. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Replace the battery with Part 15 of optical...chemical burns. Battery pack This device complies with the specified type only. Operation is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. • Dispose of used rechargeable batteries to the following cautions. • Do not disassemble. • Do not crush and do ...
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.... "PMB Guide" for the FCC related matters only. Read this before operating your camcorder You can use the following discs only. - 8cm DVD-RW - 8cm DVD+RW - 8cm DVD-R - 8cm DVD+R DL UL is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of...following measures: - Notes on , the user is an internationally recognized safety organization. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD650 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. These limits are cautioned that interference will not occur in a residential installation. Increase the separation between...
.... "PMB Guide" for the FCC related matters only. Read this before operating your camcorder You can use the following discs only. - 8cm DVD-RW - 8cm DVD+RW - 8cm DVD-R - 8cm DVD+R DL UL is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of...following measures: - Notes on , the user is an internationally recognized safety organization. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD650 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. These limits are cautioned that interference will not occur in a residential installation. Increase the separation between...
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...; For recording movies, it in your camcorder.) • "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or a "Memory Stick Duo" media adaptor. • When using Sony discs. PRO Duo" media)* ("Memory Stick - ("Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo"... media) * You can be used with : - Pushing the plug forcibly into the "Memory Stick Duo" media adaptor. See page 14 for the recordable time of your camcorder to another device with marks...
...; For recording movies, it in your camcorder.) • "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or a "Memory Stick Duo" media adaptor. • When using Sony discs. PRO Duo" media)* ("Memory Stick - ("Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo"... media) * You can be used with : - Pushing the plug forcibly into the "Memory Stick Duo" media adaptor. See page 14 for the recordable time of your camcorder to another device with marks...
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... memory. • Compensation for long periods of the pixels are effective. In such a case, save your data. About disposal/transfer (DCRDVD850) Even if you perform [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 73) or delete all the images recorded on another type of your images on the internal...not affect the recording in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. On recording • Before starting to record, test the recording function to malfunction. DCR-DVD650 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for Change the screen language before operating your camcorder (Continued) About menu items, LCD ...
... memory. • Compensation for long periods of the pixels are effective. In such a case, save your data. About disposal/transfer (DCRDVD850) Even if you perform [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 73) or delete all the images recorded on another type of your images on the internal...not affect the recording in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. On recording • Before starting to record, test the recording function to malfunction. DCR-DVD650 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for Change the screen language before operating your camcorder (Continued) About menu items, LCD ...
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... still image from a movie 53 Dubbing/copying images to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders 64 Checking battery information ........ 66 Utilizing Media (MANAGE MEDIA) category 67 Making the disc compatible with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to your needs 13 Media for desired...within your camcorder 16 " HOME" and " OPTION" - Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Read this before recording 27 Step 5: Selecting media 28 Step 6: Inserting a disc or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 30 Recording/Playback Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam operation) ...
... still image from a movie 53 Dubbing/copying images to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders 64 Checking battery information ........ 66 Utilizing Media (MANAGE MEDIA) category 67 Making the disc compatible with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to your needs 13 Media for desired...within your camcorder 16 " HOME" and " OPTION" - Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Read this before recording 27 Step 5: Selecting media 28 Step 6: Inserting a disc or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 30 Recording/Playback Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam operation) ...
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... SELECT GUIDE 76 Repairing the image database file 77 Preventing data on the internal memory from being recovered (DCR-DVD850 78 Customizing Your Camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU 79 Using the HOME MENU 79 List of the (SETTINGS...Performing with Your Computer What you can do with Windows computer 95 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 102 Warning indicators and messages 110 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ....114 File/folder structure on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 118 Maintenance and precautions...
... SELECT GUIDE 76 Repairing the image database file 77 Preventing data on the internal memory from being recovered (DCR-DVD850 78 Customizing Your Camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU 79 Using the HOME MENU 79 List of the (SETTINGS...Performing with Your Computer What you can do with Windows computer 95 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 102 Warning indicators and messages 110 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ....114 File/folder structure on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 118 Maintenance and precautions...
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... media You can select desired media for movies or still images, you can select either [MOVIE MEDIA SET] or [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (DCRDVD850) according to your camcorder. b Notes • You may not be able to dub movie contents depending on the type of media to another device (p. 54). ...Dubbing from the internal memory (DCRDVD850), a disc or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 28). To set the media for recording/playback/editing from one ...
... media You can select desired media for movies or still images, you can select either [MOVIE MEDIA SET] or [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (DCRDVD850) according to your camcorder. b Notes • You may not be able to dub movie contents depending on the type of media to another device (p. 54). ...Dubbing from the internal memory (DCRDVD850), a disc or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 28). To set the media for recording/playback/editing from one ...
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... . A recording format that is not finalized may cause the computer to malfunction. 14 DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Symbols used in DVD devices that is compatible with your camcorder (deleting and rearranging the order of "Memory Stick" media you can use a DVD-RW, you can be deleted. A finalized disc can be played back in this...
... . A recording format that is not finalized may cause the computer to malfunction. 14 DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Symbols used in DVD devices that is compatible with your camcorder (deleting and rearranging the order of "Memory Stick" media you can use a DVD-RW, you can be deleted. A finalized disc can be played back in this...
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... on both sides (p. 119). • See page 33 for Mbps. • For DCR-DVD850: You can select the audio recording format of movies with Your Camcorder Recording time of movies Figures in the table are the approximate recording time 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. M stands for the recordable time on one side ...
... on both sides (p. 119). • See page 33 for Mbps. • For DCR-DVD850: You can select the audio recording format of movies with Your Camcorder Recording time of movies Figures in the table are the approximate recording time 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. M stands for the recordable time on one side ...
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In the case of media within your needs. Do you want to delete or edit images on a disc, select the disc that best suits your camcorder (p. 54) x Dubbing movies to other devices (p. 64) x Editing on a computer (p. 95) Using the supplied application software "PMB" (Picture Motion ...You can select media separately for movies and still images. Yes No For long recording * Select the recording format and format the disc on your camcorder 1Selecting media (p. 28) You can select the disc from [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p. 76). 2Recording images (p. 38) 3Editing/Saving images The available...
In the case of media within your needs. Do you want to delete or edit images on a disc, select the disc that best suits your camcorder (p. 54) x Dubbing movies to other devices (p. 64) x Editing on a computer (p. 95) Using the supplied application software "PMB" (Picture Motion ...You can select media separately for movies and still images. Yes No For long recording * Select the recording format and format the disc on your camcorder 1Selecting media (p. 28) You can select the disc from [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p. 76). 2Recording images (p. 38) 3Editing/Saving images The available...
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... , the more it takes time to the instruction manual supplied with all DVD devices is free space left. Like commercially sold DVD, this disc can be played back in some cases. Playback compatibility Playback compatibility with your DVD device or consult your camcorder on the connected TV. Refer to finalize the disc. The disc...
... , the more it takes time to the instruction manual supplied with all DVD devices is free space left. Like commercially sold DVD, this disc can be played back in some cases. Playback compatibility Playback compatibility with your DVD device or consult your camcorder on the connected TV. Refer to finalize the disc. The disc...
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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 80. *2 The item is available during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34). Taking advantage of two ...Page 28 28 68 MEDIA INFO 72 MEDIA FORMAT*1 73 UNFINALIZE 75 DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder model. 18 " HOME" and " OPTION" - MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28). *3 You may...
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 80. *2 The item is available during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34). Taking advantage of two ...Page 28 28 68 MEDIA INFO 72 MEDIA FORMAT*1 73 UNFINALIZE 75 DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder model. 18 " HOME" and " OPTION" - MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28). *3 You may...
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... desired category. Example: (OTHERS) category 2 Touch (HELP). The bottom of each item on the HOME MENU - Enjoying with Your Camcorder Using the HOME MENU 1 While pressing the green button, turn on your camcorder. 4 Touch the desired item. HELP 1 Press (HOME). To hide the HOME MENU screen Touch . Example: [EDIT] 2 Press (HOME) A (or...
... desired category. Example: (OTHERS) category 2 Touch (HELP). The bottom of each item on the HOME MENU - Enjoying with Your Camcorder Using the HOME MENU 1 While pressing the green button, turn on your camcorder. 4 Touch the desired item. HELP 1 Press (HOME). To hide the HOME MENU screen Touch . Example: [EDIT] 2 Press (HOME) A (or...
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AC Adaptor (1) (p. 22) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH30 (1) (p. 22) Power cord (mains lead) (1) (p. 22) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 95) - The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. PMB (software) including "PMB Guide" Operating Guide (This manual) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 47, 64) USB cable (1) (p. 65) 21 Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied.
AC Adaptor (1) (p. 22) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH30 (1) (p. 22) Power cord (mains lead) (1) (p. 22) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 95) - The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. PMB (software) including "PMB Guide" Operating Guide (This manual) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 47, 64) USB cable (1) (p. 65) 21 Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied.
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... pack (H series) (p. 121) after attaching it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet (wall socket). b Notes • Your camcorder operates only with the v mark on the DC plug with "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). 1 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to...Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of the AC Adaptor. Match the v mark on your camcorder. Open the jack cover, and connect the DC plug of your camcorder. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. 5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is...
... pack (H series) (p. 121) after attaching it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet (wall socket). b Notes • Your camcorder operates only with the v mark on the DC plug with "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). 1 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to...Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of the AC Adaptor. Match the v mark on your camcorder. Open the jack cover, and connect the DC plug of your camcorder. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. 5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is...
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... (p. 30)/access lamp (p. 32). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 66) will be correctly displayed under which you use your camcorder. When playing the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Battery pack NP-FH30 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 LCD... is not attached correctly. - On the AC Adaptor • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F). 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to OFF (CHG) and turn the POWER switch to 86 °F) is worn...
... (p. 30)/access lamp (p. 32). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 66) will be correctly displayed under which you use your camcorder. When playing the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Battery pack NP-FH30 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 LCD... is not attached correctly. - On the AC Adaptor • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F). 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to OFF (CHG) and turn the POWER switch to 86 °F) is worn...
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... not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. For midday, set it to step 3 when you turn on your camcorder for the first time. Touch the button on , and setting the date and time Set the... date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. 2 Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [CLOCK SET]. Getting Started POWER switch 1 While pressing the green button, turn off . To turn the ...
... not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. For midday, set it to step 3 when you turn on your camcorder for the first time. Touch the button on , and setting the date and time Set the... date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. 2 Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [CLOCK SET]. Getting Started POWER switch 1 While pressing the green button, turn off . To turn the ...
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... default setting, the power turns off automatically if you do not work correctly, adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION], p. 124). You cannot operate your camcorder during playback ([DATA CODE], p. 84). • See page 117 for information concerning "World time difference." • If the buttons on the ...touch panel do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be ready to shoot after the power...
... default setting, the power turns off automatically if you do not work correctly, adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION], p. 124). You cannot operate your camcorder during playback ([DATA CODE], p. 84). • See page 117 for information concerning "World time difference." • If the buttons on the ...touch panel do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be ready to shoot after the power...
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Adjust the viewfinder to the camcorder • Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 85), and adjust the brightness of the ...lens side, you open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 290 degrees (max.) 190 degrees to your camcorder properly. 27 Pull out and look into the viewfinder. Adjusting ...the LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. Viewfinder ...
Adjust the viewfinder to the camcorder • Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 85), and adjust the brightness of the ...lens side, you open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 290 degrees (max.) 190 degrees to your camcorder properly. 27 Pull out and look into the viewfinder. Adjusting ...the LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. Viewfinder ...