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...panel, viewfinder, and lens • A menu item that you dispose of the camcorder, it is recommended that is grayed out is recommended that appear constantly on the internal memory (DCRDVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. To view your data. It adopts the MTF measurement system ...memory, the data may be saved or recorded. Images cannot be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that you destroy the actual body of your recordings on -screen displays in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. DCR-DVD650...
...panel, viewfinder, and lens • A menu item that you dispose of the camcorder, it is recommended that is grayed out is recommended that appear constantly on the internal memory (DCRDVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. To view your data. It adopts the MTF measurement system ...memory, the data may be saved or recorded. Images cannot be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that you destroy the actual body of your recordings on -screen displays in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. DCR-DVD650...
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...media you actually see. • Discs in this manual refers to 8cm DVD discs. • In this manual, the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), a disc and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are used . The following marks are called the media. • Unless otherwise specifically indicated, illustrations in ... "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 9 The number value indicates the amount of a Carl Zeiss lens. About this manual • The LCD screens and the viewfinder images and indicators shown in this manual • The operations available depend on DCR-DVD850. • Design and specifications of...
...media you actually see. • Discs in this manual refers to 8cm DVD discs. • In this manual, the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), a disc and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are used . The following marks are called the media. • Unless otherwise specifically indicated, illustrations in ... "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 9 The number value indicates the amount of a Carl Zeiss lens. About this manual • The LCD screens and the viewfinder images and indicators shown in this manual • The operations available depend on DCR-DVD850. • Design and specifications of...
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...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) ....... 34 Recording 38 Zooming 40 10 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-DVD850) ........ 40 Adjusting the exposure for ... Utilizing Media (MANAGE MEDIA) category 67 Making the disc compatible with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to your needs 13 Media for your camcorder 14 Using your camcorder 54 Protecting images 57 Dividing movies 60 Creating the Playlist 61 Dubbing movies...
...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) ....... 34 Recording 38 Zooming 40 10 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-DVD850) ........ 40 Adjusting the exposure for ... Utilizing Media (MANAGE MEDIA) category 67 Making the disc compatible with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to your needs 13 Media for your camcorder 14 Using your camcorder 54 Protecting images 57 Dividing movies 60 Creating the Playlist 61 Dubbing movies...
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... 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 .....119 About the disc 119 About the "Memory Stick" media 120 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 121 About handling of your...
... 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 .....119 About the disc 119 About the "Memory Stick" media 120 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 121 About handling of your...
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... the media for recording/playback/editing from one type of media to another Using the [MOVIE DUB] function on the camcorder, you can dub movies recorded on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to a disc without connecting another device (p. 54). b Notes • You may not be able to dub movie...
... the media for recording/playback/editing from one type of media to another Using the [MOVIE DUB] function on the camcorder, you can dub movies recorded on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to a disc without connecting another device (p. 54). b Notes • You may not be able to dub movie...
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... features Disc types and symbols Figures in your camcorder (p. 30). ** Finalizing is not finalized may cause the computer to play on other devices (68) z z *1-** z z Making longer recordings on either the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), an 8cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R or DVD+R DL disc, or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. Deleting or editing movie...
... features Disc types and symbols Figures in your camcorder (p. 30). ** Finalizing is not finalized may cause the computer to play on other devices (68) z z *1-** z z Making longer recordings on either the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), an 8cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R or DVD+R DL disc, or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. Deleting or editing movie...
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... scene. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in ( ) are recorded at a higher bit rate, and this reduces the overall recording time. 15 The recordable time on the acceptable media varies depending on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are the minimum recording time. Enjoying with Your Camcorder Recording time...
... scene. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in ( ) are recorded at a higher bit rate, and this reduces the overall recording time. 15 The recordable time on the acceptable media varies depending on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are the minimum recording time. Enjoying with Your Camcorder Recording time...
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... 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder model. 18 MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28). *3 You may not be able to use this item depending on your camcorder (p. 79). *1 You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34) when you select [INT. " HOME" and " OPTION" - the...
... 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder model. 18 MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28). *3 You may not be able to use this item depending on your camcorder (p. 79). *1 You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34) when you select [INT. " HOME" and " OPTION" - the...
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... sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 25)/ACCESS lamp (p. 30)/ access lamp (p. 32) are turned off and zooming. When recording on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Battery pack NP-FH30 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Continuous recording time 95 105 155 170 330 370 745...
... sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 25)/ACCESS lamp (p. 30)/ access lamp (p. 32) are turned off and zooming. When recording on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Battery pack NP-FH30 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Continuous recording time 95 105 155 170 330 370 745...
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... time (min.) available when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. • The available recording and playback time will not be shorter depending on the conditions under the following conditions: - When playing the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Battery pack NP-FH30 (...). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 66) will be correctly displayed under which you use your camcorder. On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, turn the POWER switch to 86 °F) is worn-out (for selecting ...
... time (min.) available when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. • The available recording and playback time will not be shorter depending on the conditions under the following conditions: - When playing the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Battery pack NP-FH30 (...). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 66) will be correctly displayed under which you use your camcorder. On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, turn the POWER switch to 86 °F) is worn-out (for selecting ...
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...media. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are recorded on a disc. Selecting media for movies and still images separately. For still images, you can select the internal memory*, or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. For movies, you can select the internal memory*, a disc, or "Memory Stick PRO ...record, play back, or edit images on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on the internal memory. * Internal memory Movie Disc Still image "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 b Notes • You can set ...
...media. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are recorded on a disc. Selecting media for movies and still images separately. For still images, you can select the internal memory*, or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. For movies, you can select the internal memory*, a disc, or "Memory Stick PRO ...record, play back, or edit images on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on the internal memory. * Internal memory Movie Disc Still image "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 b Notes • You can set ...
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... (The icon differs depending on the lamp of the mode ( (Movie)/ (Still)) that you want to turn on the disc type (p. 14).) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 29 To confirm the selected media 1 Slide the POWER switch to check the media. 2 Confirm the media icon displayed at the upper right corner...
... (The icon differs depending on the lamp of the mode ( (Movie)/ (Still)) that you want to turn on the disc type (p. 14).) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 29 To confirm the selected media 1 Slide the POWER switch to check the media. 2 Confirm the media icon displayed at the upper right corner...
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Inserting a disc When you select [DISC] in "Step 5," a new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, or DVD+R DL is unnecessary (DCR-DVD850). The disc cover slightly opens automatically. You do not want to use [DISC SELECT GUIDE]. b Notes • Remove dust or fingerprints from the... facing out when using a soft cloth (p. 120). 1 Check that the power of your camcorder, then press the center of the arrow (OPEN l). [PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on the screen. Step 6: Inserting a disc or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media When you format the disc by following the guidance on the screen. It...
Inserting a disc When you select [DISC] in "Step 5," a new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, or DVD+R DL is unnecessary (DCR-DVD850). The disc cover slightly opens automatically. You do not want to use [DISC SELECT GUIDE]. b Notes • Remove dust or fingerprints from the... facing out when using a soft cloth (p. 120). 1 Check that the power of your camcorder, then press the center of the arrow (OPEN l). [PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on the screen. Step 6: Inserting a disc or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media When you format the disc by following the guidance on the screen. It...
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... when the access lamp ( p. 32) is less than 5 minutes, appears. to the camcorder - Recording time of "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. All recorded data on the recording conditions, the type of "Memory Stick" media, or the [REC MODE] setting (p. 81). • When the recordable time is...of when using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media made by Sony Corporation. The recordable time varies depending on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media will be possible that there is not enough free space.] is recorded in the table are minimum recording time. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is displayed...
... when the access lamp ( p. 32) is less than 5 minutes, appears. to the camcorder - Recording time of "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. All recorded data on the recording conditions, the type of "Memory Stick" media, or the [REC MODE] setting (p. 81). • When the recordable time is...of when using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media made by Sony Corporation. The recordable time varies depending on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media will be possible that there is not enough free space.] is recorded in the table are minimum recording time. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is displayed...
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DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), when a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is set to your camcorder. • You can check the free media space for the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media you can use in your camcorder... media. Still images are recorded on the media setting (p. 28). Recording The images are recorded on the media selected on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is selected on the internal...
DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), when a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is set to your camcorder. • You can check the free media space for the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media you can use in your camcorder... media. Still images are recorded on the media setting (p. 28). Recording The images are recorded on the media selected on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is selected on the internal...
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The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C). Playback You can play back images recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media). Still images are played. Appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played ...recording screen. Displays still images. (OPTION) * When you select [DISC] on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies on a disc are recorded and played on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), a disc type appears. DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, images in the media setting (p. 28). Displays movies...
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C). Playback You can play back images recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media). Still images are played. Appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played ...recording screen. Displays still images. (OPTION) * When you select [DISC] on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies on a disc are recorded and played on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), a disc type appears. DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, images in the media setting (p. 28). Displays movies...
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... play back movie slowly. • When playing movies from the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen.) Toggles Play or Pause as you touch. When playback from "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, one touch of / makes the movie reverse/fast...
... play back movie slowly. • When playing movies from the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen.) Toggles Play or Pause as you touch. When playback from "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, one touch of / makes the movie reverse/fast...
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MOVIE DUB You can edit the images on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to a disc (p. 54). PLAYLIST EDIT You ...creating an original DVD. (OTHERS) category b Notes • You can delete images on the internal memory to "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 55). PHOTO CAPTURE You can create and edit a Playlist (p. 61). Item ... SET] (p. 28). BATTERY INFO You can copy still images recorded on the media (p. 50). PHOTO COPY (DCR-DVD850) You can check the approximate remaining battery level (p. 66). 49 Editing Editing (OTHERS) category This category enables...
MOVIE DUB You can edit the images on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to a disc (p. 54). PLAYLIST EDIT You ...creating an original DVD. (OTHERS) category b Notes • You can delete images on the internal memory to "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 55). PHOTO CAPTURE You can create and edit a Playlist (p. 61). Item ... SET] (p. 28). BATTERY INFO You can copy still images recorded on the media (p. 50). PHOTO COPY (DCR-DVD850) You can check the approximate remaining battery level (p. 66). 49 Editing Editing (OTHERS) category This category enables...
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... . b Notes • You cannot delete protected still images. Previous/Next date 2 Touch / to confirm. z Tips • To delete all images recorded in the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, and recover all the still images recorded on the screen. Undo the protection of the still images to delete them before...
... . b Notes • You cannot delete protected still images. Previous/Next date 2 Touch / to confirm. z Tips • To delete all images recorded in the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, and recover all the still images recorded on the screen. Undo the protection of the still images to delete them before...
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...• The media where you want to play back and capture an image from. Model DCRDVD650 Movies in Still images in t t DCR- The selected movie is captured and stored on the media you can capture a still image at the point where you want to capture...CAPTURE]. Capturing a still image from a movie Editing You can select depends on your camcorder model. Select the media which contains the movies beforehand, and the media where you select [MEMORY STICK] to save the still images, insert "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media beforehand. When you want to save the still images (p. 28...
...• The media where you want to play back and capture an image from. Model DCRDVD650 Movies in Still images in t t DCR- The selected movie is captured and stored on the media you can capture a still image at the point where you want to capture...CAPTURE]. Capturing a still image from a movie Editing You can select depends on your camcorder model. Select the media which contains the movies beforehand, and the media where you select [MEMORY STICK] to save the still images, insert "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media beforehand. When you want to save the still images (p. 28...