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Sony DCR-DVD405 Nero Express 6 Operating Manual

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Operating Guide
DCR-DVD405/DVD805
© 2006 Sony Corporation
2-661-363-11(1)
Enjoying with your
DVD Handycam
Getting Started
Easy
Handycam 33
Recording
/Playback 40
Playback on DVD devices
Using the Recorded disc
Using the Setup items
Editing on DVD Handycam
Dubbing, Printing
Using a Computer
Troubleshooting
Additional Information
Glossary, Index
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54
61
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  • Page 1 Operating Guide DCR-DVD405/DVD805 © 2006 Sony Corporation 2-661-363-11(1) Enjoying with your DVD Handycam Getting Started Easy Handycam 33 Recording /Playback 40 Playback on DVD devices Using the Recorded disc Using the Setup items Editing on DVD Handycam Dubbing, Printing Using a Computer...
  • Page 2 power cord WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

  • Page 3: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them.

  • Page 4: Replacement Parts

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (continued) Lightning For added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.

  • Page 5: Read This First

    Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-DVD Serial No.

  • Page 6: Notes On Use

    television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  • Page 7 When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with “Memory Stick” compatible equipment Be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor On using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Viewfinder LCD screen Battery...
  • Page 8 About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF* measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do with your DVD Handycam... 14 Choosing a disc ... 16 Using your DVD Handycam ... 18 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items... 20 Step 2: Charging the battery pack ... 21 Step 3: Turning the power on, and holding your camcorder ...
  • Page 11 To adjust the focus for an off center subject To fix the exposure for the selected subject To record in mirror mode To add special effects To use a tripod To attach the shoulder belt Playback To use Playback zoom To play back a series of still images (Slide show) Recording/playback To check the remaining battery...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents (continued) PICT.APPLI..74 Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/playback (PICT.EFFECT/D.EFFECT, etc.) MEDIA SET ... 76 Settings for discs and “Memory Stick Duo” (FORMAT/FINALIZE/UNFINALIZE, etc.) STANDARD SET... 77 Settings while recording on a disc or other basic settings (REC MODE/LCD/VF SET/USB SPEED, etc.) TIME/LANGU.
  • Page 13 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...105 Warning indicators and messages ...123 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ...128 About the disc...130 About the “Memory Stick”...131 About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack...133 Maintenance and precautions ...135 Specifications ...139 Glossary, Index Glossary ...141 Index...143...

  • Page 14: Enjoying With Your Dvd Handycam

    Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do with your DVD Handycam Your DVD Handycam records image data on 8cm DVD*. It is more convenient than video tape and far more versatile. Taking beautiful shots easily No rewinding to start recording (p.34, 40) Recorded images are stored in empty areas on the disc so there is no risk that valuable recordings are accidentally overwritten.
  • Page 15 A recorded disc can be played back on a variety of devices Playback on a DVD device or DVD drive (p.38, 54) You can play back recorded and finalized** discs on a home DVD device, DVD recorder or DVD drive of a computer that supports 8cm disc.

  • Page 16: Choosing A Disc

    Choosing a disc Your DVD Handycam is compatible with 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW and DVD+RW. It does not support 12cm discs. Recording format for DVD-RW When you use a DVD-RW, you can choose the recording format from VIDEO mode or VR mode. In this manual, VIDEO mode is indicated as A recording format that is compatible with most DVD devices, especially after finalizing.

  • Page 17: Recording Time

    • The recording time for the movie drops when the disc also contains still images. Disc use For reliability durability of recording /playback, we recommend that you use Sony discs or discs with an (for VIDEO CAMERA) mark for your DVD Handycam.

  • Page 18: Using Your Dvd Handycam

    Using your DVD Handycam 1Preparing (See page 20 to 31.) * Select the mode on your DVD Handycam and format (p.28). 2Shooting, deleting and editing (See pages 34, 40, 48 and 87.) 3Viewing on your DVD Handycam (See pages 36 and 42) You can also connect it to a TV for viewing (p.52).

  • Page 19: Viewing On Another Dvd Device

    4Viewing on another DVD device (See pages 54 and 58.) To view a disc recorded on your DVD Handycam on other DVD devices, you need to finalize it first. DVD device / DVD recorder • The less the recording volume of the disc is, the more it takes time to finalize the disc. The features of a finalized disc depend on disc type.

  • Page 20: Getting Started

    Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. • Discs and “Memory Stick Duo” are not supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p.21) Power cord (1) (p.21) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.52, 92, 94, 98) USB cable (1) (p.96, 98)

  • Page 21: Step 2: Charging The Battery Pack

    Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the battery after attaching the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series) (p.133) to your camcorder. • You cannot use an NP-FP30 battery pack with your camcorder. (See the reverse side of the battery pack for the model number.) Installing the battery pack with excess force may lead to camcorder malfunction such as...
  • Page 22 Step 2: Charging the battery pack (continued) The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. • Disconnect the AC Adaptor holding both your camcorder and the DC plug. To remove the battery pack Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
  • Page 23 On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or BATTERY INFO (p.47) will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions. – The battery pack is not attached correctly. –...

  • Page 24: Step 3: Turning The Power On, And Holding Your Camcorder

    Step 3: Turning the power on, and holding your camcorder To record, slide the POWER switch to turn on the respective lamp. When using it for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p.27). POWER switch Turn on the power by sliding the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow while pressing the green button in the center.

  • Page 25: Step 4: Adjusting The Lcd Screen And Viewfinder

    Step 4: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder The LCD screen Open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 180 DISP/BATT INFO degrees (max.) 1 90 degrees to the 2 90 degrees camcorder (max.)

  • Page 26: Step 5: Using The Touch Panel

    Step 5: Using the touch panel You can play back recorded pictures (p.36, 42), or change the settings (p.64) using the touch panel. Touch the buttons displayed on the screen. Support the rear of the LCD panel with the palm of your left hand. Then, touch the buttons displayed on the screen.

  • Page 27: Step 6: Setting The Date And Time

    Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or slide the POWER switch.

  • Page 28: Step 7: Inserting A Disc Or A "Memory Stick Duo

    Step 7: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” Inserting a disc A new 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW is required for recording (p.16). • Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using the cleaning cloth supplied with your camcorder (p.130). ACCESS lamp (Disc) POWER switch Check that the power of your...
  • Page 29 Close the disc cover. The [DISC ACCESS] screen appears. It may take some time to recognize the disc depending on the disc type and condition. xDVD-R You can start recording immediately after [DISC ACCESS] disappears from the LCD screen. You do not need to proceed to steps after step 5.
  • Page 30 Step 7: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” (continued) • After your camcorder recognizes the disc, disc information such as the date you started to use it and information on previously recorded areas appears for about 8 seconds. The information on previously recorded areas may not be displayed correctly depending on the condition of the disc.

  • Page 31: Step 8: Selecting The Aspect Ratio (16:9 Or 4:3) Of The Recording Picture

    Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture By recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode, you can enjoy wide-angle, high-resolution pictures. • If you intend to view pictures on a wide TV, recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode is recommended.
  • Page 32 Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (continued) Still images Slide the POWER switch to light up (Still) lamp. The image size ratio changes to 4:3. Select the recording media for still images. t [STILL MEDIA]. 1 Touch 2 Select the recording media for still images and touch...

  • Page 33: Easy Handycam - Using Your Camcorder With Automatic Settings

    Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settings Using Easy Handycam operation Easy Handycam operation is a function for making nearly all settings automatic with just one press of the EASY button. Your camcorder automatically carries out the various adjustments required for shooting, so no detailed settings are required.

  • Page 34: Recording With Ease

    Recording with ease Movies Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow to light up the (Movie) lamp. Press START/STOP B (or C). • The default settings is [SP] (p.77). To stop recording, press START/STOP again. To record the next images Perform step 2.

  • Page 35: Still Images

    Before Easy Handycam operation Turn on your camcorder and press EASY to set to Easy Handycam operation (p.33). [Easy Handycam operation ON.] appears, then Still images Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow to light up the lamp.

  • Page 36: Playing Back With Ease

    Playing back with ease PLAY/EDIT A (or B) Press The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. Previous 6 pictures Next 6 pictures Returns to the recording screen tab: Displays the movies. tab: Displays the still images on the disc. tab: Displays the still images on the “Memory Stick Duo.”...
  • Page 37 Before Easy Handycam operation Turn on your camcorder and press EASY to set to Easy Handycam operation (p.33). [Easy Handycam operation ON.] appears, then • When playback of the selected movie reaches the end, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen. •...

  • Page 38: Preparation For Playing Back On A Dvd Player (Finalizing)

    Preparation for playing back on a DVD player (Finalizing) Finalizing makes the recorded DVD compatible for playback with DVD devices and DVD drives of computers. With Easy Handycam operation, your DVD Handycam sets up the following options automatically. Therefore, you can finalize a disc easily. –...
  • Page 39 Finalizing a disc Touch the LCD screen in the following steps. • Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC adaptor during finalizing. • The shorter the amount of material recorded, the longer it takes for finalizing. Completed a disc Remove the disc from your camcorder.

  • Page 40: Recording/Playback

    Recording/Playback Recording Lens cover Opens in accordance with the setting of the POWER switch. START/STOP B Movies Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to light up the (Movie) lamp. Press START/STOP A (or B). To stop recording, press START/STOP again. 60min [STBY] [REC]...
  • Page 41 Still Images Slide the POWER switch to light up the Select the recording media for still images. t [STILL MEDIA]. 1 Touch 2 Select the media for recording still images, then touch The recording screen returns with the selected recording media displayed at the top right. •...

  • Page 42: Playback

    Playback Lens cover Closes in accordance with PLAY/EDIT. Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. Press PLAY/EDIT A (or B). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. Previous 6 pictures Next 6 pictures Returns to the recording screen tab: Displays the movies.
  • Page 43 Start playing back. Movies Touch tab and the movie to be played back. Beginning of the scene/ Toggles Play or previous scene Pause as you touch Stop (go to the Reverse/ VISUAL INDEX screen) Forward • When playback of the selected movie reaches the end, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen.

  • Page 44: Functions Used For Recording/Playback, Etc

    Functions used for recording/playback, etc. Recording To use zoom ... 26 Move the power zoom lever 2 slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Wider range of view: (Wide) Close view: (Telephoto) • Be careful not to remove your finger suddenly from the power zoom lever 2.

  • Page 45: To Use The Flash

    To use the flash... 8 (flash) 8 repeatedly to select the Press setting. No indicator displayed: Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light. (Forced flash): Always uses the flash regardless of the surrounding brightness. (No flash): Records without flash. •...

  • Page 46: To Record In Mirror Mode

    Functions used for recording/playback, etc. (continued) To record in mirror mode... qd Open the LCD screen qd 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). • A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the picture will be normal when recorded.

  • Page 47: Recording/Playback

    Recording/playback To check the remaining battery ... qf Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then press DISP/BATT INFO qf. If you press this button once, BATTERY INFO appears on the screen for about 7 seconds. Press the button while BATTERY INFO appears on the screen to extend the indication to the 20-second maximum.

  • Page 48: Checking/Deleting The Last Scene (Review/Review Deleting)

    Checking/Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting) You can check or delete the last recorded scene. You cannot delete it if: – you have removed the disc. – you have recorded the new movies or still images. Checking the last scene (Review) Slide the POWER switch to light up (Movie) or...

  • Page 49: Indicators Displayed During Recording/Playback

    Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies 1 Remaining battery (approx.) (47) 2 Recording mode (HQ / SP / LP) (77) 3 Recording status ([STBY] (standby) / [REC] (recording)) 4 Counter (hour: minute: second) 5 Disc type (16) 6 Recording format of a DVD-RW (16) 7 Remaining recordable time of the movie (approx.) (79) 8 Review button (48)
  • Page 50 Indicators displayed during recording/playback (continued) Indicators on the LCD screen and viewfinder When you can change the setup items, or during recording or playback, following indicators displayed. Upper left Upper Center Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning 5.1ch surround recording/ playback (44) Self-timer recording (71) Continuous photo recording /Bracket...

  • Page 51: Remote Commander

    Remote Commander Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Insulation sheet 1 DATA CODE (p.78) Displays the date and time or camera setting data of the recorded images (p.78) when you press this while playing back. 2 PHOTO (p.35, 40) The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still image.

  • Page 52: Playing The Picture On A Tv

    Playing the picture on a TV Connect your camcorder to the input jack of TV or VCR using A/V connecting cable 1 or A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO 2. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.21). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
  • Page 53 • When you play back a picture recorded in 16:9 (wide) aspect ratio on a 4:3 TV not compatible with the 16:9 (wide) signal, set [TV TYPE] to [4:3]. When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the white (left channel) or the red...

  • Page 54: Playback On Dvd Devices

    Playback on DVD devices Making the disc compatible with playback on DVD devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) Finalizing makes the recorded DVD compatible for playback with DVD devices and DVD drives of computers. • Playback compatibility with any DVD device is not guaranteed. The following settings are available before finalizing.
  • Page 55 To add recordings to a finalized disc (p.61) Recordings cannot be added. When the DVD menu or Photomovie has been created, a confirmation screen prompts you to confirm that you wish to add a recording. To play back a disc in a DVD device after adding a recording (p.56) Only in case 1 * Not possible for (p.57).

  • Page 56: Finalizing A Disc

    Making the disc compatible with playback on DVD devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) (continued) Finalizing a disc • It takes from a minute to a few hours for finalizing. The shorter the amount of material recorded on the disc, the longer it takes for finalizing.
  • Page 57 To select a DVD menu style 1 Touch [DVD MENU]. 2 Select the desired style from 4 types of pattern with Select [NO MENU] if you do not create a DVD menu. t [END]. 3 Touch To change a Photomovie setting 1 Touch [PHOTOMOVIE].

  • Page 58: Playing Back A Disc On Dvd Devices, Etc

    Playing back a disc on DVD devices, etc. A finalized disc recorded with your camcorder can be played back on a DVD device, etc. (p.54). DVD+RW discs can be played back without finalizing. • Do not use the 8cm CD adaptor with an 8cm DVD as it may cause a malfunction.

  • Page 59: Playing Back A Disc On A Computer With A Dvd Drive Installed

    Playing back a disc on a computer with a DVD drive installed • Do not use the 8cm CD adaptor with an 8cm DVD as it may cause a malfunction. • Even when you use a DVD+RW, you must finalize the disc (p.54). Otherwise, it may cause a malfunction.
  • Page 60 Playing back a disc on a computer with a DVD drive installed (continued) The date the disc was first used is recorded on the volume label of the disc. <e.g.> When the disc was first used at 6:00 pm on January 1st 2006: 2006_01_01_06H00M_PM Images are stored in the following...

  • Page 61: Using The Recorded Disc (Dvd-Rw/Dvd+Rw)

    Using the Recorded disc (DVD-RW/DVD+RW) Recording additional scenes after finalizing You can record additional material on the finalized DVD-RWs (VIDEO mode)/ DVD+RWs by following the steps below if there is space to record on the disc. When using the finalized DVD-RW (VR mode) disc, you can record additional material on the disc without any additional steps.

  • Page 62: Deleting All Of The Scenes On The Disc (Formatting)

    Deleting all of the scenes on the disc (Formatting) Formatting makes the recorded disc new and reusable by deleting all the data recorded on the disc. The recording capacity of the disc is recovered by formatting it. • A DVD-R cannot be formatted. Replace it with a new disc. Formatting a finalized disc The disc is unfinalized and it has to be finalized again to enable playback in a DVD device.
  • Page 63 • During the Easy Handycam operation (p.33), the screen in step 5 does not appear even if you insert a DVD-RW in your camcorder. Proceed to step 7. • You cannot format a disc that has been protected on other devices. Cancel the protection with the original devices, and then format it.

  • Page 64: Using The Setup Items

    Using the Setup items Using the Setup items Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to light up the respective lamp. When carrying out the playback settings, press Touch the LCD screen to select the setup item. Unavailable items will be grayed out.
  • Page 65 t[SETUP]. 1 Touch 2 Select the desired setup item. Touch to select the item, then touch in step 2.) 3 Select the desired item. • You can also touch the item directly to select it. 4 Customize the item. After finishing the settings, touch If you decide not to change the setting, touch x To change the setup items during Easy Handycam operation does not appear during Easy Handycam operation (p.33).

  • Page 66: Setup Items

    Setup items CAMERA SET PROGRAM AE SPOT METER EXPOSURE WHITE BAL. AUTO SHUTTER SPOT FOCUS FOCUS FLASH SET SUPER NS NS LIGHT COLOR SLOW S SELF-TIMER SELF-TIMER DIGITAL ZOOM STEADYSHOT STILL SET (p.72) BURST QUALITY IMAGE SIZE FILE NO. PICT.APPLI. FADER D.
  • Page 67 STANDARD SET (p.77) REC MODE STILL MEDIA VOLUME MULTI-SOUND MICREF LEVEL SUR MONITOR LCD/VF SET TV TYPE USB SPEED DATA CODE DISPLAY MOVIE PB REMAINING REMOTE CTRL REC LAMP BEEP DISP OUTPUT SETUP ROTATE A.SHUT OFF SUB-T DATE CALIBRATION TIME/LANGU. (p.81) CLOCK SET AREA SET...

  • Page 68: Camera Set

    CAMERA SET Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./ STEADYSHOT, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 64 for details on selecting setup items. PROGRAM AE You can record pictures effectively in various situations with the PROGRAM AE function.
  • Page 69 EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. When recording indoors on a clear day, for instance, you can avoid backlight shadows on people next to the window by fixing the exposure to that of the wall side of the room.

  • Page 70: Auto Shutter

    CAMERA SET (continued) AUTO SHUTTER Automatically activates the electronic shutter to adjust the shutter speed when recording in bright conditions if you set it to [ON] (the default setting). SPOT FOCUS You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located in the center of the screen.

  • Page 71: Color Slow Shutter

    • The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other conditions. • The setting returns to [OFF] when you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12 hours. SUPER NS (Super NightShot) You can record pictures at a maximum of 16 times the sensitivity of NightShot in dark places.

  • Page 72: Still Set

    CAMERA SET (continued) DIGITAL ZOOM You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than 10×(the default setting) while recording on a disc or “Memory Stick Duo.” Note that the image quality decreases when you are using the digital zoom.
  • Page 73 0610 1450 1250 3000 Top:[FINE] / Bottom:[STANDARD] • When using the “Memory Stick Duo” made by Sony Corporation. The number of recordable still images varies depending on the recording environment. Number of still images recordable on a disc (approx.) 3.0M 2.3M] (...

  • Page 74: Pict.appli

    STILL SET (continued) FILE NO. B SERIES Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the disc or “Memory Stick Duo” is changed. RESET Resets the file numbering to 0001 each time the disc or “Memory Stick Duo” is changed. PICT.APPLI.
  • Page 75 Using the viewfinder You can adjust [EXPOSURE] and [FADER] while using the viewfinder by having the LCD screen rotated 180 degrees and closed with the screen facing out. 1 Make sure the (Movie) lamp lights up. 2 Close the LCD screen with the screen facing out.

  • Page 76: Demo Mode

    PICT.APPLI. (continued) PRINT Prints still images in the disc using the PictBridge compliant printer. PRINT Prints still images in the “Memory Stick Duo” using the PictBridge compliant printer. • [USB SELECT] automatically appears on the screen in the following: – when PLAY/EDIT is pressed while connecting your camcorder to another device with the USB cable.

  • Page 77: Standard Set

    STANDARD SET Settings while recording on a disc or other basic settings (REC MODE/LCD/VF SET/USB SPEED, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the item is selected. See page 64 for details on selecting setup items.
  • Page 78 STANDARD SET (continued) LCD/VF SET The recorded picture will not be affected even when you change the setting. LCD BRIGHT You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. 1 Adjust the brightness with 2 Touch LCD BL LEVEL You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’s backlight.
  • Page 79 DATE/TIME 1Date 2Time CAMERA DATA Movie Still image 3SteadyShot off 4Exposure 5White balance 6Gain 7Shutter speed 8Aperture value 9Exposure value • appears for an image recorded using a flash. • The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV.

  • Page 80: Disp Output

    STANDARD SET (continued) REMOTE CTRL (Remote control) The default setting is [ON] so that you can use the supplied Remote Commander (p.51). • Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from responding to a command sent by other device’s remote control. •...

  • Page 81: Time/Langu

    TIME/LANGU. (CLOCK SET/AREA SET/LANGUAGE, etc.) See page 64 for details on selecting setup items. CLOCK SET See page 27. AREA SET You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Set your local area using v/V when using your camcorder overseas. Refer to the World time difference on page 129.

  • Page 82: Customizing Personal Menu

    Customizing Personal Menu You can add desired setup items to Personal Menu, and customize Personal Menu settings. This is convenient if you add frequently used setup items to Personal Menu. Adding a setup item You can add up to 27 setup items for (Movie), (Still) or Delete a less important setup item, if you...
  • Page 83 Arranging the order of setup items displayed on Personal Menu Touch t [P-MENU SET UP] t [SORT]. If the desired setup item is not displayed touch Touch the setup item you want to move. Touch to move the setup item to the desired place. Touch To sort more items, repeat step 2 to 4.

  • Page 84: Editing On Dvd Handycam

    Editing on DVD Handycam Copying the still images You can dub recorded still images from a “Memory Stick Duo” to a disc or from a disc to a “Memory Stick Duo.” • Use the AC Adaptor as power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during operation during copying.
  • Page 85 Copying the still images on the DVD to “Memory Stick Duo” Make sure to insert the recorded DVD and “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder. Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder and press PLAY/EDIT. Touch tab, then [EDIT]. Touch [COPY Touch the still image to be copied.

  • Page 86: Deleting Still Images From The "Memory Stick Duo

    Deleting still images from the “Memory Stick Duo” Make sure to insert the recorded “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder. Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder and press PLAY/EDIT. Touch tab. Touch [EDIT]. Touch [DELETE]. Touch the still image to be deleted. The selected scene is marked with Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image.

  • Page 87: Editing The Original Data

    Editing the original data Using DVD-RWs recorded inVR mode, you can delete pictures or divide movies on the disc with your camcorder. Make sure to insert the recorded disc into your camcorder. Original Glossary (p.142) Deleting images Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder and press PLAY/EDIT.

  • Page 88: Creating The Playlist

    Editing the original data (continued) When you touch and the operational buttons below appear. Returns to the beginning of the selected movie. Adjusts the dividing point with more precision after the dividing point has been selected with To hide the buttons, touch •...
  • Page 89 t [YES]. Touch Touch [YES] to see the Playlist or [NO] to return to To add all the movies on the disc at the same time ADD ALL] in step 3. Touch [ To add all the still images on the disc in a Playlist It is recommended that you create a Photomovie (p.90) beforehand, then add it in...
  • Page 90 Creating the Playlist (continued) Select the scene to be moved. The selected scene is marked with Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. Touch Select the designated position with [T]/[t].

  • Page 91: Playing The Playlist

    tab t [EDIT] t Touch [PHOTOMOVIE]. Touch [YES]. All of the still images on the disc are converted to a single movie file, and added to tab. A movie converted from still images is shown with the upper right. • It may take more time to create a Photomovie as more still images are recorded on the disc.

  • Page 92: Dubbing, Printing

    Dubbing, Printing Dubbing to VCR/DVD devices You can copy pictures played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD recorders. After dubbing them to an HDD (hard disc drive) video recorder, you can enjoy images stored on the hard disk of the recorder.
  • Page 93 Insert the recorded disc into your camcorder. Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder and press PLAY/EDIT. Set [TV TYPE] according to the playback device (p.52). Insert the recording media for your VCR or DVD recorder. If your recording device has an input selector, set it to the input mode.

  • Page 94: Recording Images From A Tv Or Vcr/Dvd Device

    Recording images from a TV or VCR/DVD device You can record pictures or TV programs from a VCR, TV or DVD device onto a disc using your camcorder. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.21).
  • Page 95 Connect your camcorder to the TV or VCR/DVD device with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or the A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) 2. • Connect your camcorder to the output jacks of a TV or VCR/DVD device. If you are recording from a VCR/ DVD device, insert the cassette or disc into the playback device.

  • Page 96: Printing Recorded Still Images (Pictbridge Compliant Printer)

    Printing recorded still images (PictBridge compliant printer) You can print out still images using a PictBridge compliant printer without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation. Insert the disc or “Memory Stick Duo”...
  • Page 97 • Do not attempt the following operations when is on the screen. The operations may not be performed properly. – Operate the POWER switch. – Disconnect the USB cable (supplied) from the printer. – Slide the disc cover OPEN switch. –...

  • Page 98: Jacks To Connect External Devices

    Jacks to connect external devices 1...Open the shoe cover. 3456...Open the jack cover. 1 Active Interface Shoe The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder.

  • Page 99: Using A Computer

    Using a Computer Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on your computer When you install the Picture Package or Nero Express 6 software on a Windows computer from the supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your computer.

  • Page 100: System Requirements

    Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on your computer (continued) System requirements When using Windows computer When using Picture Package on a computer OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional / Windows XP Home Edition / Windows XP Professional Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded.

  • Page 101: Installing Software And "First Step Guide

    Installing software and “First Step Guide” You need to install the software to your Windows computer before connecting your camcorder to the computer. The installation is required only for the first time. Contents to be installed and procedures may differ depending on your OS. Using a Windows computer Confirm that your camcorder is not connected to the computer.
  • Page 102 Installing software and “First Step Guide” (continued) Read [License Agreement], check [I accept the terms of the license agreement] when you agree, then click [Next]. Select where to save the software, then click [Next]. Select [NTSC], then click [Install]. Click [Install] on the [Ready to Install the Program] screen.
  • Page 103 2 Click [Next]. 3 Click [Finish]. Make sure [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.] is checked, then click [Finish]. The computer turns off once, then starts up again automatically (Restart). The short-cut icons for [Picture Package Menu], [Picture Package Menu destination Folder] (and “First Step Guide,”...

  • Page 104: Viewing "First Step Guide

    Music Contents without obtaining authorization or approval of the respective owners thereof. License of Picture Package by Sony Corporation would not be construed as conferring to you by implication, estoppel or otherwise, any license or right to use the...

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting

    If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, remove the power source and contact your Sony dealer. Overall operations/Easy Handycam The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
  • Page 106 The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p.21). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged.
  • Page 107 A problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor. • Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet. Then, connect it again. LCD screen/viewfinder An unknown picture appears on the screen. • The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p.76). Touch the LCD screen or insert a disc or “Memory Stick Duo”...

  • Page 108: Memory Stick Duo

    Troubleshooting (continued) Disc The disc cannot be removed. • Make sure the power source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connected correctly (p.21). • Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then attach it again (p.22). • Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p.21). •...
  • Page 109 The data file name is not indicated correctly. • Only the file name is displayed if the directory structure does not conform to the universal standard. • The file is damaged. • The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p.131). The data file name flashes.
  • Page 110 Troubleshooting (continued) The flash does not work. • You cannot record with the flash with: – During recording movies – [SUPER NS] – [COLOR SLOW S] – [D. EFFECT] – [ BURST] – The conversion lens (optional) attached • Even if auto flash or with: –...
  • Page 111 Adjusting the image during recording Refer also to “Setup items” (p.113). The auto focus does not function. • Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO] (p.70). • The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p.70). [STEADYSHOT] does not function. •...

  • Page 112: Playing Back A Disc On Your Camcorder

    Troubleshooting (continued) Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen. • Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] (p.72). Remote Commander The supplied Remote Commander does not function. • Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [ON] (p.80). • Insert a battery into the battery holder with the +/– polarities correctly matching the +/– marks (p.137).

  • Page 113: Setup Items

    No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a disc. • Set [MULTI-SOUND] to [STEREO] (p.77). • Turn up the volume (p.43). • Sound is not output when the LCD screen is closed. Open the LCD screen. •...
  • Page 114 Troubleshooting (continued) You cannot use [PROGRAM AE]. • You cannot use [PROGRAM AE] together with: – NightShot – [SUPER NS] – [COLOR SLOW S] – [OLD MOVIE] • [SPORTS] will not work when the POWER switch is set to You cannot use [SPOT METER]. •...
  • Page 115 [COLOR SLOW S] does not operate correctly. • [COLOR SLOW S] may not operate correctly in total darkness. Use NightShot or [SUPER NS]. • You cannot use [COLOR SLOW S] together with: – [FADER] – [D. EFFECT] – [PROGRAM AE] –...

  • Page 116: Dubbing/Connecting To Other Devices

    Troubleshooting (continued) Editing for movies and still images on the disc (DVD-RW:VR mode) You cannot edit a DVD-R/DVD-RW (VIDEO mode)/DVD+RW with your camcorder. Unable to edit. • There are no images recorded on the disc. • Unable to edit because of the condition of the image. •...
  • Page 117 Prints cannot be made using a PictBridge printer. • Your printer may not print images recorded using other devices. This is not a malfunction. Others You cannot delete an image. • You cannot delete images from a DVD-R. • With a DVD-RW (VIDEO mode)/DVD+RW, you can only delete the most recently recorded image (p.48).

  • Page 118: Connecting To A Computer

    3 Click [Hardware] tab. 4 Click [Device Manager]. The [Device Manager] window appears. 5 Make sure that [SONY DDX-C1002 USB Device] appears in [DVD/CD-ROM drives], [Generic volume] in [Storage volumes], and [USB Mass Storage Device] in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] respectively.
  • Page 119 3 Click [Hardware] tab. 4 Click [Device Manager]. The [Device Manager] window appears. 5 Make sure that [SONY DDX-C1002 USB Device] appears in [DVD/CD-ROM drives], [Generic volume] in [Storage volumes], and [USB Mass Storage Device] in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] respectively.
  • Page 120 Troubleshooting (continued) 4 Double-click [Driver] t [Setup.exe]. An error message appears when you place the supplied CD-ROM in your computer. • Set the computer display as follows: – 800 × 600 dots or more, High Color (16 bits, 65 000 colors) or more You cannot use the supplied CD-ROM on a Macintosh computer.
  • Page 121 • The computer does not recognize the “Memory Stick Duo” during camcorder operation such as disc playback or editing. Finish camcorder operation before connecting the camcorder to the computer again. [Cannot start Easy Handycam with USB connected] or [Cannot cancel Easy Handycam with USB connected] appears on the screen of your camcorder.
  • Page 122 Troubleshooting (continued) The “First Step Guide” is not displayed correctly. • Follow the procedure below and refer to “First Step Guide” (FirstStepGuide.pdf). 1 Place the supplied CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer. 2 Double-click [My Computer]. 3 Right-click [PICTUREPACKAGE] (Disc drive)*. *Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer.

  • Page 123: Warning Indicators And Messages

    Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:21:00 C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis...
  • Page 124 Warning indicators and messages (continued) E (Battery level warning) Slow flashing • The battery pack is nearly used up. • Depending on the operating environment or battery conditions, E may flash, even if there are approximately 20 minutes remaining. % (Moisture condensation warning)* Fast flashing •...

  • Page 125: Moisture Condensation

    x Moisture condensation % Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H. (p.135) % Condensation. Cannot open. Remove disc later. (p.135) x Disc Overheated. Recording on disc disabled. Overheated. Cannot open. Try later. Z Recording on disc disabled. • A malfunction has occurred with the disc and it cannot be used.
  • Page 126 Warning indicators and messages (continued) x “Memory Stick Duo” Reinsert the Memory Stick. • Reinsert the “Memory Stick Duo” a few times. If even then the indicator flashes, the “Memory Stick Duo” can be damaged. Try with another “Memory Stick Duo.” This is a read-only Memory Stick.

  • Page 127: Lens Cover

    x Lens cover Lens cover not fully open. Turn power off then on. (p.24) Lens cover is not closed. Turn the power off once. (p.24) x Easy Handycam Cannot start Easy Handycam. (p.33) Cannot cancel Easy Handycam. (p.33) Cannot start Easy Handycam with USB connected.

  • Page 128: Additional Information

    Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any countries/ regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].
  • Page 129 Setting to the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Set [AREA SET] and [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] in the LANGU. (p.27). World time difference 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 31 Area Time-zone Area setting...

  • Page 130: About The Disc

    About the disc See page 16 for the details of discs which you can use with your camcorder. Notes on use • Hold the disc by its edge while supporting the center hole lightly. Do not touch the recording side (the opposite of the printed side when using a single-sided disc).

  • Page 131: About The "Memory Stick

    About the “Memory Stick” A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk. You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo,” which is about the half size of a standard “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 132 About the “Memory Stick” (continued) On a location for use Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick Duo” in the following locations. • Places subject to extremely high temperature, such as a car parked outside in the summer. • Places under direct sunlight. •...

  • Page 133: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack This unit is compatible with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series). Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” P series battery packs have mark. What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your...

  • Page 134: Battery Life

    About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (continued) Battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. When the available battery time is shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life.

  • Page 135: Maintenance And Precautions

    • If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product.
  • Page 136 Maintenance and precautions (continued) How to prevent moisture condensation When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about one hour).
  • Page 137 On the pickup lens • Do not touch the lens inside the disc cover. Keep the disc cover closed except when inserting and removing the disc, to keep dust out. • When your camcorder does not work because the pickup lens is dirty, clean it with a blower (not supplied).
  • Page 138 Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

  • Page 139: Specifications

    Specifications System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable discs 8cm DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+RW Recording format Movie DVD-R: DVD-VIDEO DVD-RW: DVD-VIDEO (VIDEO mode), DVD-Video Recording (VR mode) DVD+RW: DVD+RW Video Still image Exif...
  • Page 140 Specifications (continued) Operating temperature 0°C to + 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F) Dimensions (Approx.) 66 × 90 × 143mm (2 5/8 × 3 5/8 × 5 3/4 in.) (w×h×d) Mass (Approx.) 510 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only 590 g (1 lb 4 oz) including the NP-FP60 rechargeable battery pack and disc...

  • Page 141: Glossary

    Glossary, Index Glossary 12cm disc A disc with a diameter of 12cm. You cannot use 12cm discs with this DVD Handycam. 5.1ch surround sound A system that plays back sound on 6 speakers, 3 at the front (left, right and center) and 2 at the rear (right and left) with an additional low-pass subwoofer counted as a 0.1 channel for frequencies of 120Hz or...
  • Page 142 Glossary (continued) MPEG2 MPEG stands for Moving Picture Experts Group, the group of standards for the coding (image compression) of video (movie) and audio. There are MPEG1 (standard definition) and MPEG2 (high definition) formats. DVD Handycam records movies in MPEG2 format. Original A movie or still photo recorded by DVD Handycam onto a disc is called an...

  • Page 143: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 WIDE...31, 62 4:3 ...31, 62 4ch microphone ...44 5.1ch surround recording ...44 5.1-channel surround sound ...44 8cm DVD...14 A/V connecting cable ...20, 52, 92 A/V jack...52, 92, 98 AC Adaptor...20, 21 ACCESS lamp Disc...28 “Memory Stick Duo” ...30 Active Interface Shoe ...98 Additional recording...61...
  • Page 144 Index (continued) Help ...99 High-speed transfer ...15, 100 Holding the camcorder ...24 HQ ...77 Icon...See Display indicators ID1/ID2 ...52 IMAGE SIZE ...73 Index DISPLAY ...79 MOVIE PB...79 Index screen display button...49 INDOOR ...69 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ...133 Initialize (Reset) ...47 Install ...101 Insulation sheet...51 Jack...98...
  • Page 145 Computer ...99 Previous/next button ...36, 37, 43 PROGRAM AE ...68, 114 Protect ...62, 127 P.MENU ... See Personal Menu QUALITY...73 Rechargeable battery pack... See Battery Recordable still images...73 Recording...34, 40 Recording format ...16, 29 Recording lamp (REC LAMP) ...47, 80 Recording time ...22 REC MODE...77 REDEYE REDUC ...70...
  • Page 146 Index (continued) WHITE FADER ...74 Wide angle...44 WIDE SELECT...31 Windows...100 WIPE ...74 World time difference ...129 Write-protect tab...131 Zoom ...44 Zoom lever ...44...
  • Page 147 Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Picture Package is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW logo are trademarks. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 148 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan...

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