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...still image on a "Memory Stick" (p. 118) (DCR-IP7BT only) •Recording moving pictures on a "Memory Stick" (p. 126) (DCR-IP7BT only) •Viewing a still image recorded on a "Memory Stick" (p. 137) (DCR-IP7BT only) •Viewing a moving picture on a "Memory Stick" (p. 140) (DCR-IP7BT only) Capturing images on your computer •Viewing ... •Viewing an image recorded on a "Memory Stick" using your computer via the USB cable (p. 156) (DCR-IP7BT only) Accessing the Internet via a Bluetooth device (DCR-IP7BT only) •Accessing the Internet and sending/receiving your camcorder.
...still image on a "Memory Stick" (p. 118) (DCR-IP7BT only) •Recording moving pictures on a "Memory Stick" (p. 126) (DCR-IP7BT only) •Viewing a still image recorded on a "Memory Stick" (p. 137) (DCR-IP7BT only) •Viewing a moving picture on a "Memory Stick" (p. 140) (DCR-IP7BT only) Capturing images on your computer •Viewing ... •Viewing an image recorded on a "Memory Stick" using your computer via the USB cable (p. 156) (DCR-IP7BT only) Accessing the Internet via a Bluetooth device (DCR-IP7BT only) •Accessing the Internet and sending/receiving your camcorder.
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MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP7BT only) MEMORY: Use this mode when you play back or edit an image in a "Memory Stick." Basic operations This section describes the basic operations used ..., then release your finger. VCR Use this mode when you use the network function. The camcorder is turned on, and then the camcorder turns to turn on the power and select the mode To supply power for the camcorder, see "Step 1 Preparing the power supply" on a tape. For details, refer to operate the...
MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP7BT only) MEMORY: Use this mode when you play back or edit an image in a "Memory Stick." Basic operations This section describes the basic operations used ..., then release your finger. VCR Use this mode when you use the network function. The camcorder is turned on, and then the camcorder turns to turn on the power and select the mode To supply power for the camcorder, see "Step 1 Preparing the power supply" on a tape. For details, refer to operate the...
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...Self-timer recording 37 Checking the recording - DCR-IP7BT only Using a "Memory Stick" - Memory PB ZOOM 145 Playing back images in a "Memory Stick" on a moving picture - SLIDE SHOW 147 Preventing accidental erasure - END SEARCH 38 Playback - Digital effect ... 56 Using the PROGRAM AE ... Dubbing a tape 81 Recording a program 84 Superimposing a title 89 Making your own titles 95 The Micro Cassette Memory 98 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 102 "Memory Stick" Operations - Memory Photo recording ......... 118 Recording an image from a tape as a moving...
...Self-timer recording 37 Checking the recording - DCR-IP7BT only Using a "Memory Stick" - Memory PB ZOOM 145 Playing back images in a "Memory Stick" on a moving picture - SLIDE SHOW 147 Preventing accidental erasure - END SEARCH 38 Playback - Digital effect ... 56 Using the PROGRAM AE ... Dubbing a tape 81 Recording a program 84 Superimposing a title 89 Making your own titles 95 The Micro Cassette Memory 98 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings 102 "Memory Stick" Operations - Memory Photo recording ......... 118 Recording an image from a tape as a moving...
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...-diagnosis display 170 Warning indicators and messages .... 171 Additional Information Compatible cassettes 173 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 174 About i.LINK 176 Using your computer - DCR-IP7BT only Accessing the network 162 Troubleshooting Types of contents Connecting with a computer Viewing images recorded on a tape using your computer 155 Viewing images recorded on...
...-diagnosis display 170 Warning indicators and messages .... 171 Additional Information Compatible cassettes 173 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 174 About i.LINK 176 Using your computer - DCR-IP7BT only Accessing the network 162 Troubleshooting Types of contents Connecting with a computer Viewing images recorded on a tape using your computer 155 Viewing images recorded on...
Operating Instructions
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... system-based TV. Set the POWER switch to DV (digital video). •The Micro Cassette Memory feature is the model used for example, "DCR-IP7BT only." z z Provided - Note on the MICROMV format Your camcorder is provided with all MICROMV cassettes. You can only use MICROMV cassettes with your camcorder are clearly indicated in the text, for illustration purposes...
... system-based TV. Set the POWER switch to DV (digital video). •The Micro Cassette Memory feature is the model used for example, "DCR-IP7BT only." z z Provided - Note on the MICROMV format Your camcorder is provided with all MICROMV cassettes. You can only use MICROMV cassettes with your camcorder are clearly indicated in the text, for illustration purposes...
Operating Instructions
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...recording cannot be compensated for Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function** (2) * DCR-IP7BT only. ** DCR-IP7BT only. Getting started Checking supplied accessories 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 192) RMT-817: DCR-IP7BT RMT-818: DCR-IP5 2 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), the power cord (1) ...82) 9 Lens cap (1) (p. 29) 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-004 USB Driver)* (1) (p. 157) qa CD-ROM (Movie Shaker Ver. 3.1 for MICROMV) (1) (p. 155) qs Battery terminal cover (1) (p. 18) qd BTA-NW1 Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function** (1) qf MDM-5614G Modem card** (1) qg ... of the camcorder, storage media, etc. 17
...recording cannot be compensated for Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function** (2) * DCR-IP7BT only. ** DCR-IP7BT only. Getting started Checking supplied accessories 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 192) RMT-817: DCR-IP7BT RMT-818: DCR-IP5 2 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), the power cord (1) ...82) 9 Lens cap (1) (p. 29) 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-004 USB Driver)* (1) (p. 157) qa CD-ROM (Movie Shaker Ver. 3.1 for MICROMV) (1) (p. 155) qs Battery terminal cover (1) (p. 18) qd BTA-NW1 Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function** (1) qf MDM-5614G Modem card** (1) qg ... of the camcorder, storage media, etc. 17
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...CLOCK SET LTR SIZE DEMO MODE SETUP MENU CLOCK SET --:--:-- If you set your camcorder for about 3 months, the date and time settings may be displayed each time you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) unless you do not use your area, then the daylight saving time, ... time Be sure to set the date and time when you use your camcorder will be erased (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder for the first time. The CAMERA or MEMORY lamp (DCR-IP7BT only) lights up. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control ...
...CLOCK SET LTR SIZE DEMO MODE SETUP MENU CLOCK SET --:--:-- If you set your camcorder for about 3 months, the date and time settings may be displayed each time you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) unless you do not use your area, then the daylight saving time, ... time Be sure to set the date and time when you use your camcorder will be erased (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder for the first time. The CAMERA or MEMORY lamp (DCR-IP7BT only) lights up. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control ...
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Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on the screen for noon. Getting started Step 2 Setting the date and time Note Instead of DST SET, SUMMERTIME is displayed on a 12-hour ... Simple setting of clock by time difference You can easily set the date and time and are recorded on the tape or the "Memory Stick" (DCR-IP7BT only) as the data code.
Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on the screen for noon. Getting started Step 2 Setting the date and time Note Instead of DST SET, SUMMERTIME is displayed on a 12-hour ... Simple setting of clock by time difference You can easily set the date and time and are recorded on the tape or the "Memory Stick" (DCR-IP7BT only) as the data code.
Operating Instructions
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... a still image on the screen. This mode is also recorded. Fader - Your camcorder immediately records an image on a tape - Advanced Recording Operations - Besides the operation described here, your camcorder. Digital effect If you record a moving subject with the tape photo recording function When you want...on a "Memory Stick." 47 The still image is recorded for about 510 images on the screen is displayed on a "Memory Stick" (DCR-IP7BT only) (p. 118). (1) In standby mode, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until the recording is completed. The still image on a 60-minute ...
... a still image on the screen. This mode is also recorded. Fader - Your camcorder immediately records an image on a tape - Advanced Recording Operations - Besides the operation described here, your camcorder. Digital effect If you record a moving subject with the tape photo recording function When you want...on a "Memory Stick." 47 The still image is recorded for about 510 images on the screen is displayed on a "Memory Stick" (DCR-IP7BT only) (p. 118). (1) In standby mode, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until the recording is completed. The still image on a 60-minute ...
Operating Instructions
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... modes, you cannot take close-ups in the middle to focus only on the control button. Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) In standby or MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. (5) Press DISPLAY to turn the PROGRAM AE function off the menu. ...Beach & ski •Your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects in the following modes: - Landscape 60 The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select MENU, then press the center z ...
... modes, you cannot take close-ups in the middle to focus only on the control button. Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) In standby or MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. (5) Press DISPLAY to turn the PROGRAM AE function off the menu. ...Beach & ski •Your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects in the following modes: - Landscape 60 The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select MENU, then press the center z ...
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... - To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select EXPOSURE, then press the center z on the control button. Your camcorder automatically returns to the FN screen Select OK, then press the center...
... - To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select EXPOSURE, then press the center z on the control button. Your camcorder automatically returns to the FN screen Select OK, then press the center...
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... Set P EFFECT to turn off the menu. Playing back a tape with picture effects During playback, you can process a scene using your camcorder when you can record images on a "Memory Stick" (DCR-IP7BT only) (p. 123, 128), or on a VCR using the picture effect function: NEG.ART, SEPIA, B&W, and SOLARIZE. (1) In playback or playback pause... using the picture effect function. •You cannot record images on each picture effect mode. (5) Press DISPLAY to OFF in the menu settings in your camcorder as a player. 67 Advanced Playback Operations -
... Set P EFFECT to turn off the menu. Playing back a tape with picture effects During playback, you can process a scene using your camcorder when you can record images on a "Memory Stick" (DCR-IP7BT only) (p. 123, 128), or on a VCR using the picture effect function: NEG.ART, SEPIA, B&W, and SOLARIZE. (1) In playback or playback pause... using the picture effect function. •You cannot record images on each picture effect mode. (5) Press DISPLAY to OFF in the menu settings in your camcorder as a player. 67 Advanced Playback Operations -
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... on a "Memory Stick" (DCR-IP7BT only) (p. 123, 128), or on the tape inserted in your camcorder when you have processed the image using your camcorder as a player. However, you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playback The digital effect function is automatically canceled.... 70 Pictures processed by the digital effect function Pictures processed by the digital effect function are not output through the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack. Playing back a tape with digital effects Notes •You cannot process externally input scenes using the digital effect function. •You cannot...
... on a "Memory Stick" (DCR-IP7BT only) (p. 123, 128), or on the tape inserted in your camcorder when you have processed the image using your camcorder as a player. However, you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playback The digital effect function is automatically canceled.... 70 Pictures processed by the digital effect function Pictures processed by the digital effect function are not output through the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack. Playing back a tape with digital effects Notes •You cannot process externally input scenes using the digital effect function. •You cannot...
Operating Instructions
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...cannot dub the titles, displayed indicators, the contents of Micro Cassette Memory, or letters on the "Memory Stick" index screen (DCR-IP7BT only). (You cannot connect the camcorder to a DV product.) (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you do not need to connect the yellow (video...the recorded tape on your camcorder. (2) Prepare the recorder for highquality editing. With digitalto-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for recording. Refer to LINE if it is provided. i.LINK (MICROMV) : Signal flow 82 (supplied) i.LINK (MICROMV) Dubbing a tape You ...
...cannot dub the titles, displayed indicators, the contents of Micro Cassette Memory, or letters on the "Memory Stick" index screen (DCR-IP7BT only). (You cannot connect the camcorder to a DV product.) (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you do not need to connect the yellow (video...the recorded tape on your camcorder. (2) Prepare the recorder for highquality editing. With digitalto-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for recording. Refer to LINE if it is provided. i.LINK (MICROMV) : Signal flow 82 (supplied) i.LINK (MICROMV) Dubbing a tape You ...
Operating Instructions
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... output. Connect the S video plug to connect the yellow (video) plug of the VCR. Note (DCR-IP7BT only) When you press MEMORY PLAY on the Remote Commander in step 5, an image recorded on the tape... S video jack of the A/V connecting cable. To stop memory playback, press MEMORY PLAY on your camcorder and stop the playback of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or red...on the control button on the Remote Commander again. 86 This connection produces higher quality MICROMV format pictures. If your VCR has an S video jack Connect using the S video plug to the ...
... output. Connect the S video plug to connect the yellow (video) plug of the VCR. Note (DCR-IP7BT only) When you press MEMORY PLAY on the Remote Commander in step 5, an image recorded on the tape... S video jack of the A/V connecting cable. To stop memory playback, press MEMORY PLAY on your camcorder and stop the playback of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or red...on the control button on the Remote Commander again. 86 This connection produces higher quality MICROMV format pictures. If your VCR has an S video jack Connect using the S video plug to the ...
Operating Instructions
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... want to step 3, select RETURN, then press the center z on the control button. The default settings can be partially changed. - Customizing Your Camcorder - Changing the menu settings To change other items. To return to change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the... 2 MENU CAMERA MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR MEMORY MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE WHT BAL 1 FN VCR MANUAL SET P EFFECT (DCR-IP7BT only) 3 4 5 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT OTHERS AREA SET DST SET BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP OTHERS AREA SET DST SET BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY...
... want to step 3, select RETURN, then press the center z on the control button. The default settings can be partially changed. - Customizing Your Camcorder - Changing the menu settings To change other items. To return to change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the... 2 MENU CAMERA MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR MEMORY MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE WHT BAL 1 FN VCR MANUAL SET P EFFECT (DCR-IP7BT only) 3 4 5 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT OTHERS AREA SET DST SET BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP OTHERS AREA SET DST SET BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY...
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... CAMERA VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA (continued on the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-IP7BT only) CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. The screen shows only...suit your specific shooting requirements (p. 59). Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings To turn off the menu After step 5, press DISPLAY to 20× zoom is performed digitally (p. 34). - To return to 10× zoom is only available for the DCR-IP7BT. The PAGE1 screen appears. The MEMORY position of...
... CAMERA VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA (continued on the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-IP7BT only) CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. The screen shows only...suit your specific shooting requirements (p. 59). Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings To turn off the menu After step 5, press DISPLAY to 20× zoom is performed digitally (p. 34). - To return to 10× zoom is only available for the DCR-IP7BT. The PAGE1 screen appears. The MEMORY position of...
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... z ON OFF VIDEOINPUT z VIDEO S VIDEO LCD COLOR -- To adjust the color on VF B.L. MEMORY MEMORY VCR 104 * DCR-IP7BT only Notes on the viewfinder screen to BRIGHT. To record nine images continuously (p. 119). Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake. To use the video plug of the A/V connecting cable when recording from...
... z ON OFF VIDEOINPUT z VIDEO S VIDEO LCD COLOR -- To adjust the color on VF B.L. MEMORY MEMORY VCR 104 * DCR-IP7BT only Notes on the viewfinder screen to BRIGHT. To record nine images continuously (p. 119). Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake. To use the video plug of the A/V connecting cable when recording from...
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... onto the "Memory Stick" (p. 135). POWER switch MEMORY VCR MEMORY MEMORY MEMORY VCR * DCR-IP7BT only Notes on the following page) 105 To record moving pictures with your camcorder has been formatted at the factory. Formatting with super fine image quality. "COMPLETE" appears when... loop (p. 147). Select FORMAT, then press the center z on the control button. 3. To delete all information on the "Memory Stick" (DCR-IP7BT only) Check the contents of the "Memory Stick" before formatting. • Formatting erases sample images on the "Memory Stick." • Formatting ...
... onto the "Memory Stick" (p. 135). POWER switch MEMORY VCR MEMORY MEMORY MEMORY VCR * DCR-IP7BT only Notes on the following page) 105 To record moving pictures with your camcorder has been formatted at the factory. Formatting with super fine image quality. "COMPLETE" appears when... loop (p. 147). Select FORMAT, then press the center z on the control button. 3. To delete all information on the "Memory Stick" (DCR-IP7BT only) Check the contents of the "Memory Stick" before formatting. • Formatting erases sample images on the "Memory Stick." • Formatting ...
Operating Instructions
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... MOV10001: This file name appears on your computer. introduction - On file format Still image (JPEG) Your camcorder compresses image data in the JPEG format (file extension .jpg). DCR-IP7BT only You can record an image onto the "Memory Stick" and easily play it to LOCK. •The... position and shape of your camcorder. The following cases: - Mov10001.mpg: This file name appears on the display of your camcorder. Using a "Memory Stick"...
... MOV10001: This file name appears on your computer. introduction - On file format Still image (JPEG) Your camcorder compresses image data in the JPEG format (file extension .jpg). DCR-IP7BT only You can record an image onto the "Memory Stick" and easily play it to LOCK. •The... position and shape of your camcorder. The following cases: - Mov10001.mpg: This file name appears on the display of your camcorder. Using a "Memory Stick"...