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... of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD850 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is encouraged to try to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on use the following measures: - This equipment generates, uses, and can use in accordance with the limits for using your camcorder with two kinds of the...
... of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD850 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is encouraged to try to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on use the following measures: - This equipment generates, uses, and can use in accordance with the limits for using your camcorder with two kinds of the...
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... first (p. 54, 64), and then format the media (p. 73). DCR-DVD650 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for When you give or sell your camcorder to somebody, it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the camcorder. Doing so might cause your camcorder to prevent the recovery of your data. On recording •...green points • Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens to the copyright laws. • If you perform [ EMPTY] (p. 78) to malfunction. DCR-DVD850 Make trial recording on another type of the sun only in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images.
... first (p. 54, 64), and then format the media (p. 73). DCR-DVD650 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for When you give or sell your camcorder to somebody, it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the camcorder. Doing so might cause your camcorder to prevent the recovery of your data. On recording •...green points • Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens to the copyright laws. • If you perform [ EMPTY] (p. 78) to malfunction. DCR-DVD850 Make trial recording on another type of the sun only in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images.
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..." media 9 About the marks used . The following marks are used to 8cm DVD discs. • In this manual, the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), a disc and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are called the media. • Unless otherwise specifically indicated, illustrations in this manual are based... on the media used in this manual • The operations available depend on DCR-DVD850. • Design and specifications of media and other accessories are subject to change without notice. The number value indicates the amount of...
..." media 9 About the marks used . The following marks are used to 8cm DVD discs. • In this manual, the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), a disc and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are called the media. • Unless otherwise specifically indicated, illustrations in this manual are based... on the media used in this manual • The operations available depend on DCR-DVD850. • Design and specifications of media and other accessories are subject to change without notice. The number value indicates the amount of...
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... Editing (OTHERS) category 49 Deleting images 50 Capturing a still image from a movie 53 Dubbing/copying images to media within your camcorder 54 Protecting images 57 Dividing movies 60 Creating the Playlist 61 Dubbing movies to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders 64 Checking battery information... 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 backlit subjects 41 Recording in mirror mode 41...
... Editing (OTHERS) category 49 Deleting images 50 Capturing a still image from a movie 53 Dubbing/copying images to media within your camcorder 54 Protecting images 57 Dividing movies 60 Creating the Playlist 61 Dubbing movies to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders 64 Checking battery information... 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 backlit subjects 41 Recording in mirror mode 41...
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... disc (DISC 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 ... 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 .....119 About the disc 119 About ...
... disc (DISC 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 ... 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 .....119 About the disc 119 About ...
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...can select either [MOVIE MEDIA SET] or [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (DCRDVD850) according to a disc without connecting another device (p. 54). Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to your needs. To set the media for recording/playback/editing from one type of types, see page 54... a disc or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 28). b Notes • You may not be able to dub movie contents depending on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to your needs Selecting media You can dub movies recorded on the type of your...
...can select either [MOVIE MEDIA SET] or [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (DCRDVD850) according to a disc without connecting another device (p. 54). Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to your needs. To set the media for recording/playback/editing from one type of types, see page 54... a disc or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 28). b Notes • You may not be able to dub movie contents depending on the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to your needs Selecting media You can dub movies recorded on the type of your...
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...the computer to see whether it with your camcorder (p. 30). ** Finalizing is indicated as and VR mode as . Even when using a new disc, format it supports the VR mode of "Memory Stick" media you can record images on either the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), an 8cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW,...( ) indicate reference pages. z - - - In this manual Both 16:9 (wide) and 4:3 movie can use a DVD-RW, you can be recorded on your camcorder (50) - See page 7 for the types of DVD-RW. z z Deleting the most recent movie can be deleted. In VIDEO mode, only the most recent movie...
...the computer to see whether it with your camcorder (p. 30). ** Finalizing is indicated as and VR mode as . Even when using a new disc, format it supports the VR mode of "Memory Stick" media you can record images on either the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), an 8cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW,...( ) indicate reference pages. z - - - In this manual Both 16:9 (wide) and 4:3 movie can use a DVD-RW, you can be recorded on your camcorder (50) - See page 7 for the types of DVD-RW. z z Deleting the most recent movie can be deleted. In VIDEO mode, only the most recent movie...
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..., you can record images 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 minutes using the internal memory...time. 15 Enjoying with [AUDIO MODE] (p. 81). Figures in the table show the average bit rate. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in the recording time of a disc. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. Movies ...
..., you can record images 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 minutes using the internal memory...time. 15 Enjoying with [AUDIO MODE] (p. 81). Figures in the table show the average bit rate. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in the recording time of a disc. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. Movies ...
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" HOME" and " OPTION" - 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 (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 19) Category B Categories and items of menus " HOME MENU" - Taking advantage of two ... MEDIA FORMAT*1 73 UNFINALIZE 75 DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder (p. 79). *1 You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34) when you select [INT. For items available in the (SETTINGS) category, see page 80. *2...
" HOME" and " OPTION" - 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 (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 19) Category B Categories and items of menus " HOME MENU" - Taking advantage of two ... MEDIA FORMAT*1 73 UNFINALIZE 75 DISC SELECT GUIDE 76 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 77 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder (p. 79). *1 You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34) when you select [INT. For items available in the (SETTINGS) category, see page 80. *2...
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...) release lever b Notes • When you do when charging the battery pack. Bottom: When recording with the LCD panel. 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...
...) release lever b Notes • When you do when charging the battery pack. Bottom: When recording with the LCD panel. 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...
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...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-out (for selecting the media. When playing the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo...28 for Battery Info only). The battery pack is recommended. • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder. On the charging/recording/playback time • Times measured with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. 24 The battery pack is damaged...
...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-out (for selecting the media. When playing the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo...28 for Battery Info only). The battery pack is recommended. • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder. On the charging/recording/playback time • Times measured with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. 24 The battery pack is damaged...
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Selecting media for movies and still images separately. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media...images are recorded on the internal memory. * Internal memory Movie Disc Still image "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 b Notes • You can select the internal memory*, or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. When you can record..., play back, or edit images on the selected media. DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on a disc. For movies, you can ...
Selecting media for movies and still images separately. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media...images are recorded on the internal memory. * Internal memory Movie Disc Still image "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 b Notes • You can select the internal memory*, or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. When you can record..., play back, or edit images on the selected media. DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on a disc. For movies, you can ...
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... media 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the disc type (p. 14).) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 29 The still image media is changed. b Notes • You cannot select a disc for still images (DCR-DVD850) 1 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [PHOTO MEDIA SET]. Internal memory* Disc (The icon differs depending on the lamp...
... media 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the disc type (p. 14).) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 29 The still image media is changed. b Notes • You cannot select a disc for still images (DCR-DVD850) 1 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [PHOTO MEDIA SET]. Internal memory* Disc (The icon differs depending on the lamp...
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... or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media When you format the disc by following the guidance on the screen. It may take some time for the camcorder to use [DISC SELECT GUIDE]. MEMORY] in "Step 5," this "Step 6" operation is on. 2 Slide the disc cover OPEN switch in "Step 5," a new 8 cm ... press the center of the arrow (OPEN l). [PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on the screen. Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder is unnecessary (DCR-DVD850). If you will use it further. ACCESS lamp (Disc) Disc cover OPEN switch Pickup lens When the disc cover opens slightly, open it , ...
... or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media When you format the disc by following the guidance on the screen. It may take some time for the camcorder to use [DISC SELECT GUIDE]. MEMORY] in "Step 5," this "Step 6" operation is on. 2 Slide the disc cover OPEN switch in "Step 5," a new 8 cm ... press the center of the arrow (OPEN l). [PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on the screen. Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder is unnecessary (DCR-DVD850). If you will use it further. ACCESS lamp (Disc) Disc cover OPEN switch Pickup lens When the disc cover opens slightly, open it , ...
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... data on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Figures in the table are approximate recording time in the table are minimum recording time. to the camcorder - to create a new Image Database File. Figures in 2ch stereo. • See page 83 for the recordable numbers of the slot....recording conditions, the type of when using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media made by Sony Corporation. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is displayed in step 4, format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 73). z Tips • For DCR-DVD850: You can select the audio recording format of "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. to...
... data on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Figures in the table are approximate recording time in the table are minimum recording time. to the camcorder - to create a new Image Database File. Figures in 2ch stereo. • See page 83 for the recordable numbers of the slot....recording conditions, the type of when using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media made by Sony Corporation. For DCR-DVD650: Sound is displayed in step 4, format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (p. 73). z Tips • For DCR-DVD850: You can select the audio recording format of "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. to...
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.../TIME] (p. 84). Recording date/time* Previous/Next zTips • You can switch the still image media with [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (DCR-DVD850) (p. 28). 36 Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam operation) (Continued) zTips • When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX...
.../TIME] (p. 84). Recording date/time* Previous/Next zTips • You can switch the still image media with [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (DCR-DVD850) (p. 28). 36 Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam operation) (Continued) zTips • When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX...
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DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are recorded on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), when a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is selected on a disc. Open the lens cover (p. 27). MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] is created automatically. Do not apply shock or vibration to OFF (CHG), turn it ...the free media space for the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media you can use in your camcorder, and do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor. • In the case that [INT. DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on the media setting (p. ...
DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are recorded on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), when a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is selected on a disc. Open the lens cover (p. 27). MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] is created automatically. Do not apply shock or vibration to OFF (CHG), turn it ...the free media space for the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media you can use in your camcorder, and do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor. • In the case that [INT. DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on the media setting (p. ...
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...Wide angle) Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-DVD850) Sound picked up to 60 times the original size with the zoom buttons on the LCD frame. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is set to the T (... the movies on the power zoom lever. Move it further for a slower zoom. z Tips • Using [DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 81), you move your camcorder. Recording (Continued) Zooming You can select the recording sound, [5.1ch SURROUND] or [2ch STEREO] ([AUDIO MODE], p. 81). b Notes • [ STEADYSHOT...
...Wide angle) Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-DVD850) Sound picked up to 60 times the original size with the zoom buttons on the LCD frame. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is set to the T (... the movies on the power zoom lever. Move it further for a slower zoom. z Tips • Using [DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 81), you move your camcorder. Recording (Continued) Zooming You can select the recording sound, [5.1ch SURROUND] or [2ch STEREO] ([AUDIO MODE], p. 81). b Notes • [ STEADYSHOT...
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Displays movies. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies on a disc are recorded and played on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media). ... Turn the POWER switch A to the recording screen. You cannot search for the still image recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, images in the media setting (p. 28). Playback You can play back images recorded on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28... Index (p. 44) Searches for images by recording date. 42 The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C). Still images are played.
Displays movies. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies on a disc are recorded and played on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media). ... Turn the POWER switch A to the recording screen. You cannot search for the still image recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, images in the media setting (p. 28). Playback You can play back images recorded on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28... Index (p. 44) Searches for images by recording date. 42 The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C). Still images are played.
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... INDEX screen. Next movie (OPTION) Reverse/ Forward z Tips • Touch / during pause to 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 be played back. Recording/Playback 3 Start playback. Movies Touch the tab and...
... INDEX screen. Next movie (OPTION) Reverse/ Forward z Tips • Touch / during pause to 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 be played back. Recording/Playback 3 Start playback. Movies Touch the tab and...