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...Printed in China US Digital Video Camera 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...
...Printed in China US Digital Video Camera 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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Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD650 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. However, there is no guarantee that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used with the equipment in this manual could void your camcorder You can use Your camcorder is connected. - "Operating Guide" (This manual) - This product...
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD650 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. However, there is no guarantee that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used with the equipment in this manual could void your camcorder You can use Your camcorder is connected. - "Operating Guide" (This manual) - This product...
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... recording. - Doing so might cause your images on the internal memory, the data may be contrary to prevent the recovery of your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). DCR-DVD650 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for When you destroy the actual body of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in ... Make trial recording on -screen displays in each local language are used for the contents of the sun only in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Read this before using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are effective. About language ...
... recording. - Doing so might cause your images on the internal memory, the data may be contrary to prevent the recovery of your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). DCR-DVD650 Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for When you destroy the actual body of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in ... Make trial recording on -screen displays in each local language are used for the contents of the sun only in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Read this before using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are effective. About language ...
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... 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 called the media. • Unless otherwise specifically indicated, illustrations in this manual •...; The operations available depend on DCR-DVD850. • Design and specifications of light from what you can use for a particular operation. The following marks are used . About the...
... 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 called the media. • Unless otherwise specifically indicated, illustrations in this manual •...; The operations available depend on DCR-DVD850. • Design and specifications of light from what you can use for a particular operation. The following marks are used . About the...
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...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 backlit subjects 41 Recording in mirror mode...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...
...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 backlit subjects 41 Recording in mirror mode...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...
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...right 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...
...right 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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...one type of media to another Using the [MOVIE DUB] function on the camcorder, you can dub movies recorded on the type of types, see page 54. 13 Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to your needs Selecting media You can select... 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 internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to a disc without connecting another device (p. 54).
...one type of media to another Using the [MOVIE DUB] function on the camcorder, you can dub movies recorded on the type of types, see page 54. 13 Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoying with Your Camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to your needs Selecting media You can select... 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 internal memory (DCR-DVD850) or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media to a disc without connecting another device (p. 54).
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...of a disc - - - - Media for your camcorder With your camcorder, you use in your camcorder. A recording format that support VR mode. DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Symbols used in a DVD drive on either the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), an 8cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R... * Formatting deletes all images and returns the recording media to play on other devices (68) z z *1-** z z Making longer recordings on your camcorder (50) - A DVD+RW that is not finalized may cause the computer to see whether it with most DVD devices, especially after finalizing. Recording ...
...of a disc - - - - Media for your camcorder With your camcorder, you use in your camcorder. A recording format that support VR mode. DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Symbols used in a DVD drive on either the internal memory (DCR-DVD850), an 8cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R... * Formatting deletes all images and returns the recording media to play on other devices (68) z z *1-** z z Making longer recordings on your camcorder (50) - A DVD+RW that is not finalized may cause the computer to see whether it with most DVD devices, especially after finalizing. Recording ...
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... minimum recording time. Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are recorded at a higher bit rate, and this reduces the overall recording time. 15 For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in 2ch stereo. • You can check the recordable time with [MEDIA INFO] (p. 72). • When you use a ... time of movies Figures in the table are the approximate recording time in minutes using the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) and on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. The ...
... minimum recording time. Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are recorded at a higher bit rate, and this reduces the overall recording time. 15 For DCR-DVD650: Sound is recorded in 2ch stereo. • You can check the recordable time with [MEDIA INFO] (p. 72). • When you use a ... time of movies Figures in the table are the approximate recording time in minutes using the internal memory (DCR-DVD850) and on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. The ...
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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. the starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the ... 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 For items available in the (SETTINGS) category, see page 80. *2 The item is available during Easy...
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. the starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the ... 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 For items available in the (SETTINGS) category, see page 80. *2 The item is available during Easy...
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... the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). 2 Slide the BATT (battery) release lever (1) and remove the battery pack (2). Continued , 23 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...
... the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). 2 Slide the BATT (battery) release lever (1) and remove the battery pack (2). Continued , 23 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...
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...conditions under the following conditions: - The battery pack is recommended. • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder. The battery pack is not attached correctly. - This may cause a malfunction. 24 Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued) Playing time Approximate time...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" media Battery pack NP-FH30 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 LCD panel opened 125 LCD ...
...conditions under the following conditions: - The battery pack is recommended. • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder. The battery pack is not attached correctly. - This may cause a malfunction. 24 Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued) Playing time Approximate time...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" media Battery pack NP-FH30 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 LCD panel opened 125 LCD ...
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... In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are recorded on the selected media. For movies, you record, play back, or edit images 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*, a disc, or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media.
... In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are recorded on the selected media. For movies, you record, play back, or edit images 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*, a disc, or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media.
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To confirm the selected media 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the disc type (p. 14).) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 29 Internal memory* Disc (The icon differs depending on the lamp of the mode ( (Movie)/ (Still)) that you want to check the media. 2 Confirm ...]. 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch . The still image media is changed. Media icon 2 Touch the desired media. b Notes • You cannot select a disc for still images (DCR-DVD850) 1 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [PHOTO MEDIA SET]. The still image media setting screen appears.
To confirm the selected media 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the disc type (p. 14).) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media * DCR-DVD850 29 Internal memory* Disc (The icon differs depending on the lamp of the mode ( (Movie)/ (Still)) that you want to check the media. 2 Confirm ...]. 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch . The still image media is changed. Media icon 2 Touch the desired media. b Notes • You cannot select a disc for still images (DCR-DVD850) 1 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [PHOTO MEDIA SET]. The still image media setting screen appears.
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... the screen. You do not want to use [DISC SELECT GUIDE]. Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder is unnecessary (DCR-DVD850). It may take some time for the camcorder to steps after [DISC ACCESS] disappears from the disc beforehand, using a single-sided disc. 4 Close the disc cover. [DISC ACCESS... DVD+R DL is required (p. 14). 3 Set the disc with the label side 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.
... the screen. You do not want to use [DISC SELECT GUIDE]. Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder is unnecessary (DCR-DVD850). It may take some time for the camcorder to steps after [DISC ACCESS] disappears from the disc beforehand, using a single-sided disc. 4 Close the disc cover. [DISC ACCESS... DVD+R DL is required (p. 14). 3 Set the disc with the label side 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.
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... If [Failed to create a new Image Database File. to the camcorder - Recording time of movies on the recording conditions, the type of when using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media made by Sony Corporation. z Tips • For DCR-DVD850: You can select the audio recording format of the slot. ...Figures in ( ) are of "Memory Stick" media, or the [REC MODE] setting (p. 81). • When the recordable time is recorded in minutes of still images. 33 For DCR-DVD650: Sound...
... If [Failed to create a new Image Database File. to the camcorder - Recording time of movies on the recording conditions, the type of when using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media made by Sony Corporation. z Tips • For DCR-DVD850: You can select the audio recording format of the slot. ...Figures in ( ) are of "Memory Stick" media, or the [REC MODE] setting (p. 81). • When the recordable time is recorded in minutes of still images. 33 For DCR-DVD650: Sound...
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.../Next zTips • You can switch the still image media with [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (DCR-DVD850) (p. 28). 36 Still images: Touch the tab and the still image to be played back. Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam operation) (Continued) zTips • When playback from the selected movie reaches the last...
.../Next zTips • You can switch the still image media with [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (DCR-DVD850) (p. 28). 36 Still images: Touch the tab and the still image to be played back. Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam operation) (Continued) zTips • When playback from the selected movie reaches the last...
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... recorded on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), when a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is selected on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] is created automatically. z Tips • See page 7 for movies by touching (HOME) D (or E) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [MEDIA INFO] (p.... are recorded on the media setting (p. 28). Open the lens cover (p. 27). DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is set to your camcorder. • You can check the free media space for the "Memory Stick PRO Duo...
... recorded on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), when a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is selected on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. MEMORY] (DCR-DVD850) or [MEMORY STICK] is created automatically. z Tips • See page 7 for movies by touching (HOME) D (or E) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [MEDIA INFO] (p.... are recorded on the media setting (p. 28). Open the lens cover (p. 27). DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies are lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is set to your camcorder. • You can check the free media space for the "Memory Stick PRO Duo...
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... surround sound Glossary (p. 135) b Notes • 5.1ch sound is converted to 2ch when played back on the LCD frame. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is set to the T (Telephoto) side. • Be sure to 60 times the original size with the power zoom... it further for a slower zoom. b Notes • [ STEADYSHOT] may also be recorded. • You cannot change the zoom speed with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-DVD850) Sound picked up to keep your camcorder.
... surround sound Glossary (p. 135) b Notes • 5.1ch sound is converted to 2ch when played back on the LCD frame. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is set to the T (Telephoto) side. • Be sure to 60 times the original size with the power zoom... it further for a slower zoom. b Notes • [ STEADYSHOT] may also be recorded. • You cannot change the zoom speed with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-DVD850) Sound picked up to keep your camcorder.
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...appears on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. Displays still images. (OPTION) * When you select [DISC] on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C). DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, images in the media setting (p. 28). Playback You can play back images recorded on "Memory Stick... [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), a disc type appears. You cannot search for the still image recorded on the media selected in the internal memory are played. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies on a disc are played. (HOME) D POWER switch A (VIEW IMAGES) C (HOME) E (VIEW IMAGES) B 1 Turn...
...appears on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media only. Displays still images. (OPTION) * When you select [DISC] on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C). DCR-DVD850 In the default setting, images in the media setting (p. 28). Playback You can play back images recorded on "Memory Stick... [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), a disc type appears. You cannot search for the still image recorded on the media selected in the internal memory are played. DCR-DVD650 In the default setting, movies on a disc are played. (HOME) D POWER switch A (VIEW IMAGES) C (HOME) E (VIEW IMAGES) B 1 Turn...