DCR-TRV30E - Camcorder SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Mini DV digital camcorder
Brand	Sony
Model	DCR-TRV30E
Recording format	Mini DV (SP/LP)
Sensor	1/4 inch CCD (estimated)
Optical zoom	10x
Digital zoom	Up to 120x (adjustable in menu)
LCD screen	2.5 inches (estimated)
Viewfinder	Color electronic with diopter adjustment
Image stabilizer	SteadyShot (enable/disable)
Power supply	InfoLITHIUM M battery (NP-FM50 supplied) or AC adapter AC-L10A
Weight	Approx. 630 g (without battery, estimated)
Dimensions	89 x 101 x 198 mm (estimated)
Main functions	NightShot, Super NightShot, Back Light, PROGRAM AE, Fader, digital effects, Memory Mix, brand imprinting, etc.
Storage	Mini DV cassette + Memory Stick (up to 64 MB recommended)
Connectivity	i.LINK (DV), USB, S-Video, AV, microphone, headphones
Maintenance	Clean with a soft cloth, avoid moisture, do not expose to temperatures above 60°C
Safety	Do not open the casing, use cables less than 3 meters for EMC compliance
Included accessories	Remote control, AC adapter, AV cable, USB cable, CD-ROM, Memory Stick, shoulder strap, lens hood, 21-pin adapter (Europe)
Manual	252 pages, available in French on notice-facile.com

Frequently Asked Questions - DCR-TRV30E SONY

How to insert and charge the battery?

Lift the viewfinder, slide the NP-FM50 battery down until it clicks. To charge, connect the AC adapter to the camcorder (DC IN terminal) and to a wall outlet. The charge indicator lights up. A normal charge takes about 90 minutes, a full charge 150 minutes.

How to set the date and time?

Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, press MENU, turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET. Set the year, month, day, hour and minute by turning and pressing. Press MENU to exit.

How to use the digital zoom?

The optical zoom is 10x. To activate digital zoom, go to the menu, select D ZOOM and choose the level (up to 120x). Digital zoom degrades image quality. It does not work in MEMORY mode.

How to shoot in the dark with NightShot?

Slide the NIGHTSHOT switch to ON. The indicators light up. For even stronger illumination, press SUPER NIGHTSHOT (up to 16x brighter). Do not use this function in bright light.

How to transfer videos to a computer?

Use the supplied USB cable or i.LINK (DV) connection. Connect the camcorder in VCR or MEMORY mode. For photos, use the USB cable and supplied software. For videos, the DV cable is recommended.

What types of cassettes can I use?

This camcorder uses exclusively Mini DV cassettes. It is recommended to use cassettes with memory (marked Ⅲ) to benefit from advanced functions like title search.

How to delete images on Memory Stick?

In Memory playback mode, display the image to delete, then press the MEMORY DELETE button. Confirm with SEL/PUSH EXEC or the execution button. You can also delete all images via the menu.

What does the 'CLOCK SET' message mean?

It indicates that the date and time are not set. If you do not use the camcorder for about 4 months, the internal battery discharges. You must then set the clock again via the menu.

How to clean the lens and LCD screen?

Use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use chemicals. Do not touch the lens directly with your fingers. For the LCD screen, wipe gently with a microfiber cloth.

What to do if the image is blurry?

Check that the autofocus mode is enabled. If focusing remains difficult, switch to manual mode (FOCUS) and adjust with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Make sure the lens is not obstructed.

USER MANUAL DCR-TRV30E SONY

Digital Video Camera Recorder Mini DV Digital Video Cassette

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

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Digital Handycam

InfoLITHIUM

SERIES

Cassette Memory

MEMORY STICK TM

DCR-TRV30E

English

Welcome!

Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. With your Digital Handycam, you can capture life's precious moments with superior picture and sound quality.

Your Digital Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.

Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

NOTICE ON THE SUPPLIED AC POWER ADAPTOR FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.

Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 (i.e., marked with ☑ or ☎ mark) must be used.

If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

Русский

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For the customers in Europe ATTENTION

The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this digital camcorder.

This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters. (9.8 feet)

For the customers in Germany

Directive: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.

92/31/EEC

This equipment complies with the EMC regulations when used under the following circumstances:

• Residential area
• Business district
  • Light-industry district
  (This equipment complies with the EMC standard regulations EN55022 Class B.)

Memory Stick

N50

Taking moving or still images, and playing them back

• Recording a picture (p. 26)
- Recording a still image on a tape (p. 48)
- Playing back a tape (p. 39)
- Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s (p. 153)
- Recording moving pictures on "Memory Stick"s (p. 164)
- Viewing a still image recorded on "Memory Stick" s (p. 176)
- Viewing a moving picture on "Memory Stick"s (p. 180)

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Capturing images on your computer

• Using with an analog video unit and your computer (p. 107)
• Viewing images recorded on “Memory Stick”s using the USB cable (p. 182)

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Other uses

Functions to adjust exposure in the recording mode

• Back light (p. 33)
  • NightShot/Super NightShot (p. 34)
• Recording images with the flash (p. 49, 158)
  • PROGRAM AE (p. 65)
• Adjusting the exposure manually (p. 68)

Functions to give images more impact

• Digital zoom (p. 31) The default setting is set to OFF. (To zoom greater than 10 × , select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.)
  • Fader (p. 58)
  • Picture effect (p. 61)
  • Digital effect (p. 62)
  • Digital program editing (p. 93)
  • Title (p. 121, 125)
• MEMORY MIX (p. 170)

Functions to give a natural appearance to your recordings

• Manual focus (p. 69)
  • Sports lesson mode (p. 65)
• Landscape mode (p. 65)

Functions to use after recording

• END SEARCH/EDITSEARCH/Rec review (p. 37)
• DATA CODE (p. 40)
• SUPER LASER LINK (p. 46)
- Tape PB ZOOM (p. 79)/Memory PB ZOOM (p. 190)
• Zero set memory (p. 81, 113)
• Title search (p. 82)
• HiFi SOUND (p. 131, 223)

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Прочие применения

Using this manual 14

Checking supplied accessories 16

Step 1 Preparing the power supply ..... 17

Installing the battery pack 17

Charging the battery pack 18

Connecting to a wall socket 21

Step 2 Setting the date and time ...... 22

Step 3 Inserting a cassette .... 24

Recording - Basics

Recording a picture 26

Shooting backlit subjects - BACK LIGHT 33

Shooting in the dark - NightShot/Super NightShot ..... 34

Self-timer recording 36

Checking the recording - END SEARCH/EDITSEARCH/ Rec Review .... 37

Playback - Basics

Playing back a tape 39

Viewing the recording on TV 44

Advanced Recording Operations

Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording .... 48

Adjusting the white balance manually ..... 54

Using the wide mode 56

Using the fader function 58

Using special effects - Picture effect ...... 61

Using special effects - Digital effect ...... 62

Using the PROGRAM AE function 65

Adjusting the exposure manually 68

Focusing manually 69

Interval recording 71

Frame by frame recording - Cut recording .... 74

Advanced Playback Operations

Playing back a tape with picture effects ..... 76

Playing back a tape with digital effects ..... 77

Enlarging images recorded on tapes - Tape PB ZOOM .... 79

Quickly locating a scene using the zero set memory function 81

Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title – Title search 82

Searching a recording by date - Date search .... 84

Searching for a photo - Photo search/Photo scan .... 86

Editing

Dubbing a tape 89

Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing.... 93

Using with analog video unit and personal computer - Signal convert function ... 107

Recording video or TV programmes ..... 109

Inserting a scene from a VCR - Insert editing .... 113

Audio dubbing.... 116

Superimposing a title 121

Making your own titles 125

Labelling a cassette 127

Customising Your Camcorder

Changing the menu settings 129

"Memory Stick" operations

Using a "Memory Stick"- introduction ... 144

Recording still images on “Memory Stick” s – Memory Photo recording .... 153

Recording an image from a tape as a still image 161

Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – MPEG movie recording...... 164

Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture .... 166

Superimposing a still picture in a “Memory Stick” on a moving picture - MEMORY MIX.... 170

Copying still images from a tape - Photo save.... 174

Viewing a still picture - Memory photo playback .... 176

Viewing a moving picture - MPEG movie playback .... 180

Viewing images using your computer ..... 182

Copying the image recorded on “Memory Stick”s to tapes .... 188

Enlarging still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s – Memory PB ZOOM ...... 190

Playing back images in a continuous loop - SLIDE SHOW .... 192

Preventing accidental erasure - Image protection.... 194

Deleting images 196

Writing a print mark

- PRINT MARK 199

Using the printer (optional) 201

Troubleshooting

Types of trouble and their solutions ...... 203

Self-diagnosis display 209

Warning indicators and messages ...... 210

Additional Information

Usable cassettes.... 221

About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 224

About i.LINK 226

Using your camcorder abroad 228

Maintenance information and precautions 229

Specifications 235

Quick Reference

Identifying the parts and controls 239

Index 249

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This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information.

1 Connecting the mains lead (p. 21)

Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 17).

Open the DC IN jack cover. AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with its ▲ mark facing up.

2 Inserting a cassette (p. 24)

① Slide OPEN/

EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid.

2 Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to insert. Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out.

3 Close the cassette compartment by pressing the PUSH mark on the cassette compartment. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks.

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PUSH

3

Recording a picture (p. 26)

1 Remove the lens cap.

Viewfinder

When the LCD panel is closed, use the viewfinder placing your eye against its eyecup.

4 Pr ca To ST

3 Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. The picture appears on the screen.

When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 22).

② Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button.

POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY

4 Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again.

4 Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p. 39)

1 Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button.

POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY

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② Press ◀◀ to rewind the tape.

③ Press ▶ to start playback.

NOTE

Do not pick up your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the flash, the LCD panel or the battery pack.

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PUSH

3

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Using this manual

As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in capital letters.

e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep sound to indicate that the operation is being carried out.

Note on Cassette Memory

Your camcorder is based on the DV format. You can only use mini DV cassettes with your camcorder. We recommend that you use a tape with cassette memory CIII.

The functions which require different operations depending on whether the tape has the cassette memory or not are:

• End search (p. 37)
• Date search (p. 84)
• Photo search (p. 86)

The functions you can operate only with the cassette memory are:

• Title search (p. 82)
  – Superimposing a title (p. 121)
• Making your own titles (p. 125)
• Labelling a cassette (p. 127)

For details, see page 221.

CM only

You see this mark in the introduction of the features that are operated only with cassette memory.

Tapes with cassette memory are marked by CIII (Cassette Memory).

Note on TV colour systems

TV colour systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need a PAL system-based TV.

Copyright precautions

Television programmes, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.

Unauthorised recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.

Precautions on camcorder care

Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only)

• The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in colour) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.
• Do not let your camcorder get wet. Keep your camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder get wet may cause your camcorder to malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a].
• Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60^ (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b].
• Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions [c].
• Do not directly shoot the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. Take pictures of the sun in low light conditions such as dusk [d].

[a]

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[c]

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[d]

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Checking supplied accessories

Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.

1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 245)
② AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Mains lead (1) (p. 18)
3 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 246)
4 NP-FM50 battery pack (1) (p. 17, 18)
5 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 44, 89)
6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 240, 241)
7 Lens cap (1) (p. 26)
8 USB cable (1) (p. 183)
9 "Memory Stick" (1) (p. 144)
10 CD-ROM (SPVD-004 USB Driver) (1) (p. 182)
11 Lens hood (1) (p. 30)
12 21-pin adaptor (1) (p. 45) (European model only)

Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc.

Step 1 Preparing the power supply

Installing the battery pack

We recommend that you use the battery pack when you use your camcorder outdoors.

(1) Lift up the viewfinder.
(2) Slide the battery pack down until it clicks.

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To remove the battery pack

(1) Lift up the viewfinder.
(2) Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT down.

If you use the large capacity battery pack If you install the NP-FM70/FM90/FM91 battery pack on your camcorder, extend its viewfinder.

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Charging the battery pack

Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder.

Your camcorder operates only with the

"InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series).

See page 224 for details of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack.

(1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug's ▲ mark facing up.
(2) Connect the mains lead to the AC power adaptor.
(3) Connect the mains lead to the wall socket.
(4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Charging begins. The remaining battery time is indicated in minutes on the display window.
When the remaining battery indicator changes to ☐, normal charge is completed. To fully charge the battery (full charge), leave the battery pack attached for about one hour after normal charge is completed until FULL appears in the display window. Fully charging the battery allows you to use the battery longer than usual.

After charging the battery pack

Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder.

Step 1 Preparing the power supply

Note

Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power adaptor.

Remaining battery time indicator

The remaining battery time indicator in the display window indicates the approximate recording time with the viewfinder.

Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time

“---- min” appears in the display window.

Approximate minutes at 25 °C (77 °F) to charge an empty battery pack

Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery

* Approximate continuous recording time at 25 °C (77 °F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment.
** Approximate number of minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter.

Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery

Approximate continuous playing time at 25 ^ ( 77 ^ ). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment.

The recording and playing times of a normally charged battery are about 90% of those of a fully charged battery.

If the power goes off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is correct.

What is "InfoLITHIUM"?

The “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data such as battery consumption with compatible electronic equipment. This unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” M series battery packs have the InfoLITHIUM™ MARK. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 °C ( 50 °F to 86 °F ).

When you use the AC power adaptor

Place the AC power adaptor near a wall socket. If any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall socket as soon as possible to cut off the power.

Step 1 Preparing the power supply

Connecting to a wall socket

When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall socket using the AC power adaptor.

(1) Open the DC IN jack cover. Connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug's ▲ mark facing up.
(2) Connect the mains lead to the AC power adaptor.
(3) Connect the mains lead to a wall socket.

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PRECAUTION

The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (wall socket) as long as it is connected to the wall socket, even if the set itself has been turned off.

Notes

• The AC power adaptor can supply power even if the battery pack is attached to your camcorder.
• The DC IN jack has “source priority.” This means that the battery pack cannot supply any power if the mains lead is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the mains lead is not plugged into a wall socket.

Using a car battery

Use Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). Refer to the operating instructions of the DC Adaptor/Charger for further information.

ПРЕДОСТЕРЕЖЕНИЕ

Step 2 Setting the date and time

Set the date and time settings when you use your camcorder for the first time. "CLOCK SET" will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA/MEMORY unless you set the date and time settings.

If you do not use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p. 230).

First, set the year, then the month, the day, the hour and then the minute.

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, then press MENU to display the menu settings.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CLOCK SET, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the desired year, then press the dial.
(5) Set the month, day and hour by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial.
(6) Set the minute by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial and pressing the dial by the time signal. The clock starts to move.
(7) Press MENU to make the menu settings disappear.

4 2001 0 00 2001 1 1 0 00

6 SETUP MENU CLOCK SET AUTO TV ON TV INPUT 2001 7 4 LTR SIZE DEMO MODE RETURN 17 50 [MENU]: END SETUP MENU CLOCK SET 4 7 2001 AUTO TV ON 17:30:00 TV INPUT LTR SIZE DEMO MODE RETURN [MENU]: END

Step 2 Resetting the date and time

The year changes as follows:

If you do not set the date and time

“--:--:-” is recorded on the data code of the tape and the “Memory Stick.”

Note on the time indicator

The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 24-hour cycle.

(1) Install the power source.
(2) Slide OPEN/L EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid.
The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens.
(3) Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to insert.
Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out.
(4) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the PUSH mark on the cassette compartment.
The cassette compartment automatically goes down.
(5) After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks.

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3, 4 PUSH ③

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To eject a cassette

Follow the procedure above, and take out the cassette in step 3.

Do not press the cassette compartment down forcibly. Doing so may cause a malfunction. The cassette compartment may not be closed when you press any part of the lid other than the PUSH mark.

When you use cassette with cassette memory Read the instruction about cassette memory to use this function properly (p. 221).

To prevent accidental erasure

Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to expose the red mark.

Примечания

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Recording a picture

Your camcorder automatically focuses for you.

(1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides and attach the lens cap to the grip strap.
(2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” to “Step 3” for more information (p. 17 to p. 25).
(3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Your camcorder is set to the standby mode.
(4) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. The viewfinder automatically turns off.
(5) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC indicator appears. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. To stop recording, press START/STOP again.

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Note on Recording mode

Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the LP (long play) mode. Select SP or LP in the menu settings. In the LP mode, you can record 1.5 times as long as in the SP mode.

When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playing the tape on your camcorder.

Note on the LOCK switch

When you slide the LOCK switch to the right, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. LOCK switch is set to the left as a default setting.

To enable smooth transition

Transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene is smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette even if you turn off your camcorder.

However, check the following:

• Do not mix recordings in the SP mode and ones in the LP mode on one tape.
• When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
• When you use a tape with cassette memory, however, you can make the transition smooth even after ejecting the cassette if you use the END SEARCH function (p. 37).

If you leave your camcorder in the standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted

Your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery and tape wear. To resume the standby mode, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), and to CAMERA again.

When you record in the SP and LP modes on one tape or you record some scenes in the LP mode

The playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written properly between scenes.

Recording data

The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayed while recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto the tape. To display the recording date and time, press DATA CODE during playback.

Adjusting the LCD screen

The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side.

If you turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way, the ⚙️ indicator appears on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder (Mirror mode).

When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically, and swing it into the camcorder body.

Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen

To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, press either of the two buttons on LCD BRIGHT.

(1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
(2) Close the LCD panel.
(3) Eject the cassette.

После записи

When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off.

When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight

The LCD screen may be difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder.

Picture in the mirror mode

The picture on the LCD screen is a mirror-image.

However, the picture will be normal when recorded.

During recording in the mirror mode ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander does not work.

Indicators in the mirror mode

The STBY indicator appears as II and REC as . Some of the other indicators appear mirror-reversed and others are not displayed.

LCD screen backlight

You can adjust the brightness of the backlight. Select LCD B.L. in the menu settings (p. 131).

Even if you adjust the LCD screen backlight or brightness of the LCD screen

The recorded picture will not be affected.

Примечание

Adjusting the viewfinder

If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus.

Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever.

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Attaching the supplied lens hood

To record fine pictures under strong light, we recommend attaching the lens hood. Also the lens cap can be attached even with the lens hood on.

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Notes

• When you use the Remote Commander and the lens hood, the Remote Commander may not function properly because the lens hood blocks the infrared rays from the Remote Commander. In such case, remove the lens hood from your camcorder.
• You cannot attach filters or other objects onto the lens hood. If you do so forcibly, you will no longer be able to remove filter or other objects from the lens.

Примечания

Viewfinder backlight

You can change the brightness of the backlight. Select VF B.L. in the menu settings only when using the battery pack.

When you use the filter (optional)

The shadow of the lens hood may appear in the corners of the screen.

Using the zoom feature

Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.

Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings.

“T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)

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To use zoom greater than 10×

Zoom greater than 10× is performed digitally. To activate digital zoom, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings. The digital zoom function is set to OFF as a default setting (p. 130).

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The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone.

The digital zooming zone appears when you select the digital zoom power in the menu settings./

When you shoot close to a subject If you cannot get a sharp focus, move the power zoom lever to the “W” side until the focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least about 80 cm (about 2 feet 5/8 inch) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1 cm (about 1/2 inch) away in the wide-angle position.

Notes on digital zoom

• Digital zoom starts to function when zoom exceeds 10 × .
• The picture quality deteriorates as you move the power zoom lever toward the “T” side.
• You cannot use the digital zoom when the POWER switch is set to MEMORY.

Indicators displayed in the recording mode

The indicators are not recorded on tapes.

Remaining battery time indicator

The remaining battery time indicator roughly indicates the recording time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are recording. When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed.

Time code

The time code indicates the recording or playback time, “0:00:00” (hours : minutes : seconds) in CAMERA mode and “0:00:00:00” (hours : minutes : seconds : frames) in VCR mode. You cannot rewrite only the time code.

Remaining tape indicator

The indicator may not be displayed accurately depending on the tape.

Recording data

The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayed while recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto the tape. To display the recording date and time, press DATA CODE during playback.

Shooting backlit subjects - BACK LIGHT

When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function.

In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press BACK LIGHT.

The indicator appears on the screen.

To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again.

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BACK LIGHT

If you press EXPOSURE when shooting backlit subjects

The backlight function will be canceled.

Shooting in the dark - NightShot/Super NightShot

The NightShot function enables you to shoot a subject in a dark place. For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when you use this function.

In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.

☑ and “NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash on the screen. To cancel the NightShot function, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF.

The Super NightShot mode makes subjects more than 16 times brighter than those recorded in the NightShot mode.

(1) Slide NIGHTSHOT to ON in CAMERA mode. ☐ and “NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash on the screen.
(2) Press SUPER NIGHTSHOT. S ^ID and “SUPER NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash on the screen. To cancel the Super NightShot mode, press SUPER NIGHTSHOT again.

Using the NightShot Light

The picture will be clearer with the NightShot Light on. To enable the NightShot Light, set N.S. LIGHT to ON in the menu settings (p. 130).

• Do not use the NightShot function in bright places (ex. the outdoors in the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction.
• When you keep NIGHTSHOT set to ON in normal recording, the picture may be recorded in incorrect or unnatural colours.
• If focusing is difficult with the autofocus mode when using the NightShot function, focus manually.

While using the NightShot function, you cannot use the following functions:

• Exposure
• PROGRAM AE
• White balance

While using the Super NightShot function The shutter speed is automatically adjusted depending on the brightness. At that time, the moving picture may be slow down.

While using the Super NightShot function, you cannot use the following functions:

• Fader
• Digital effect
• PROGRAM AE
• Exposure
• White balance

- Recording with the flash

When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY You cannot use the Super NightShot function.

NightShot Light

NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. The maximum shooting distance using the NightShot Light is about 3 m (10 feet).

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Примечания

Self-timer recording

Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation.

(1) Press ⚙ (self-timer) in the standby mode. The ⚙ (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.
(2) Press START/STOP. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound. In the last 2 seconds of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically.

To stop the count down

Press START/STOP.

To restart the countdown, press START/STOP again.

To record still images on tapes using the self-timer

Press PHOTO in step 2 (p. 52).

To cancel self-timer recording

Press ⚙ (self-timer) so that the ⚙ indicator disappears from the screen while your camcorder is in the standby mode.

Note

The self-timer recording mode is automatically canceled when:

– Self-timer recording is finished.
- The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR.

Self-timer memory photo recording

You can also record still images on “Memory Stick” s with the self-timer. (p. 159)

Checking the recording

- END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH /

Rec Review

You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record is smooth.

Проверка записи

- END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH /

Просмотр записи

You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record.

Press END SEARCH in the standby mode.

The last five seconds of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder returns to the standby mode. You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones.

EDITSEARCH

You can search for the next recording start point.

Hold down the + / - side of EDITSEARCH in the standby mode. The recorded section is played back.

+ :to go forward

- 📋: to go backward

Release EDITSEARCH to stop playback. If you press START/STOP, re-recording begins from the point you released EDITSEARCH. You cannot monitor the sound.

END SEARCH

Checking the recording - END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review

Rec Review

You can check the last recorded section.

Press the - Ⓧ side of EDITSEARCH momentarily in the standby mode.

The section you have stopped most recently will be played back for a few seconds, and then your camcorder will return to the standby mode. You can monitor the sound from the speaker or headphones.

End search function

When you use a tape without cassette memory, the end search function does not work once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape. If you use a tape with cassette memory, the end search function works even once you eject the cassette.

If a tape has a blank portion in the recorded portions

The end search function may not work correctly.

You can monitor the playback picture on the screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder.

(1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape.
(2) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button.
(3) Open the LCD panel while pressing OPEN.
(4) Press ◀◀ to rewind the tape.
(5) Press ▶ to start playback.
(6) To adjust the volume, press either of the two buttons on VOLUME.
When you close the LCD panel, sound is muted.

When monitoring on the LCD screen

You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out.

Diagram showing the open and closed views of a digital camera module, illustrating the device's internal structure and rotation (no text or symbols present)

To display the screen indicators - Display function

Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. The indicators appear on the screen. To make the indicators disappear, press DISPLAY again.

Your camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) (Data code).

Press DATA CODE in the playback mode.

The display changes as follows: date/time → various settings (SteadyShot, exposure, white balance, gain, shutter speed, aperture value mode) → no indicator

[a] SteadyShot off indicator
[b] Exposure mode indicator
[c] White balance indicator
[d] Gain indicator
[e] Shutter speed indicator
[f] Aperture value

Not to display various settings

Set DATA CODE to DATE in the menu settings (p. 136).

The display changes as follows: date/time ↔ no indicator

Recording data

Recording data is your camcorder's information when you have recorded. In the recording mode, the recording data will not be displayed.

When you use the data code function, bars (-- --) appear if:

• A blank portion of the tape is being played back.
• The tape is unreadable due to tape damage or noise.
• The tape was recorded by a camcorder without the date and time set.

Data code

When you connect your camcorder to the TV, the data code appears on the TV screen.

Remaining battery time indicator during playback

The indicator indicates the approximate continuous playback time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are playing back. When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute for the correct remaining battery time to be displayed.

Various playback modes

To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR.

To view a still picture ( playback pause)

Press ▪ during playback. To resume normal playback, press ▶ or ▪.

To advance the tape

Press ▶▶ in the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press ▶.

To rewind the tape

Press ◀◀ in the stop mode. To resume normal playback, press ▶.

To change the playback direction

Press < on the Remote Commander during playback to reverse the playback direction. To resume normal playback, press ▶.

To locate a scene monitoring the picture (picture search)

Keep pressing ◀◀ or ▶▶ during playback. To resume normal playback, release the button.

To monitor the high-speed picture while advancing or rewinding the tape (skip scan)

Keep pressing ◀◀ while rewinding or ▶▶ while advancing the tape. To resume rewinding or advancing, release the button.

To view the picture at slow speed (slow playback)

Press ▶ on the Remote Commander during playback. For slow playback in the reverse direction, press < , then press ▶ on the Remote Commander. To resume normal playback, press ▶.

To view the picture at double speed

Press ×2 on the Remote Commander during playback. For double speed playback in the reverse direction, press < , then press ×2 on the Remote Commander. To resume normal playback, press ▶.

To view the picture frame-by-frame

Press ||► on the Remote Commander in the playback pause mode. For frame-by-frame playback in the reverse direction, press ◀II. To resume normal playback, press ►.

To search the last scene recorded (END SEARCH)

Press END SEARCH in the stop mode. The last 5 seconds of the recorded portion plays back and stops.

In the various playback modes

• Sound is muted.
• The previous picture may remain as a mosaic image during playback.

When the playback pause mode lasts for 5 minutes

Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To resume playback, press ▶.

Slow playback

The slow playback can be performed smoothly on your camcorder: however, this function does not work for an output signal through the DV IN/OUT jack.

When you play back a tape in reverse

Horizontal noise may appear at the centre, or the top and bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction.

Viewing the recording on TV

Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. You can operate the video control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the screen. When monitoring the playback picture on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall socket using the AC power adaptor (p. 21). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV.

Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the TV using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR.

If your TV is already connected to a VCR

Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR by using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.

If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector (EUROCONNECTOR)

(European models only)

Use the 21-pin adaptor supplied with your camcorder.

If your TV or VCR is a monaural type

Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white or the red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR or the TV. If you connect the white plug, the sound is L (left) signal. If you connect the red plug, the sound is R (right) signal.

If your TV has an S video jack

Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain high-quality pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks on both your camcorder and the TV. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures.

To display the screen indicators on TV

Set DISPLAY to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings (p. 136).

Then press DISPLAY on your camcorder. To turn off the screen indicators, press DISPLAY on your camcorder again.

Using the AV cordless IR receiver

Once you connect the AV cordless IR receiver (optional) to your TV or VCR, you can easily view the picture on your TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the AV cordless IR receiver.

Attach the power supply such as the AC power adaptor to your camcorder, and insert the recorded tape.

(1) After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch on the AV cordless IR receiver to ON.
(2) Turn the TV on and set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR.
(3) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(4) Press SUPER LASER LINK. The lamp of SUPER LASER LINK lights up.
(5) Press ▶ on your camcorder to start playback.
(6) Point the super laser link emitter at the AV cordless IR receiver. Adjust the position of your camcorder and the AV cordless IR receiver to obtain clear playback pictures.

Illustration of a video camera connected to a TV with an attached device (no text or symbols present)

To cancel the super laser link function

Press SUPER LASER LINK again. The lamp on the SUPER LASER LINK button goes out.

If you turn the power off

The super laser link function turns off automatically.

If you use a Sony TV (Except for European models)

- You can turn on the TV automatically when you press SUPER LASER LINK. To do so, make sure you:

• Turn the TV's main switch on.
• Set AUTO TV ON to ON in the menu settings.
• Point the super laser link emitter at the TV's remote sensor.
• You can switch the video input of the TV automatically to the one to which the AV cordless IR receiver is connected. To do so, set AUTO TV ON to ON and TV INPUT to the same video input (1, 2, 3) in the menu settings. With some models, however, the picture and sound may be disconnected momentarily when the video input is switched.
• The above feature may not work on some TV models.

When the super laser link function is activated (the SUPER LASER LINK button is lit)

Your camcorder consumes power. Press SUPER LASER LINK to turn off the super laser link function when it is not needed.

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Recording a still image on a tape - Tape Photo recording

You can record a still image like a photograph.

This mode is useful when you want to print a image using a video printer (optional).

You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP mode on a 60-minute tape.

Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can record still images on “Memory Stick”s (p. 153).

(1) In the standby mode, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears.

The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet.

To change the still image, release PHOTO, select a still image again, and then press and hold PHOTO lightly.

(2) Press PHOTO deeper.

The still image on the screen is recorded for about 7 seconds. The sound during those 7 seconds is also recorded.

The still image is displayed on the screen until recording is completed.

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1

CAPTURE

2

●●●●●●

Notes

• During tape photo recording, you cannot change the mode or setting.
• When recording a still image, do not shake your camcorder. The image may fluctuate.
• You cannot use PHOTO during following operations:
• Fader
• Digital effect

If you record a moving subject with tape photo recording function

When you play back the still image on other equipment, the image may fluctuate.

Примечания

Recording a still image on a tape - Tape Photo recording

To use the tape photo recording function using the Remote Commander

Press PHOTO on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder records an image on the screen immediately.

To use the tape photo recording function during normal CAMERA recording

You cannot check an image on the screen by pressing PHOTO lightly. Press PHOTO deeper. The still image is then recorded for about 7 seconds, and your camcorder returns to the standby mode.

To record clear and less fluctuated still images We recommend that you record on “Memory Stick”s.

Recording images with the flash

The flash pops up automatically. The default setting is auto (no indicator). To change the flash mode, press the (flash) repeatedly until the flash mode indicator appears on the screen.

Each press of (flash) changes the indicator as follows:

ⓣ No indicator (Auto)

• Auto red-eye reduction: The flash fires
  Forced flash:
  before recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
  The flash fires regardless of the surrounding brightness.
  The flash does not fire.

Recording a still image on a tape - Tape Photo recording

The flash is adjusted to the appropriate brightness through the photocell window for the flash. You can also change FLASH LVL to the desired brightness in the menu settings (p. 131). Try recording various images to find the most appropriate setting for FLASH LVL.

Notes

• Attaching the lens hood (supplied) or a conversion lens (optional) may block the light from the flash or cause lens shadow to appear.
• You cannot use an external flash (optional) and the built-in flash at the same time.
• O (Auto red-eye reduction) may not produce the desired effect depending on individual differences, the distance to the subject, the subject not looking at the pre-recording flash or other conditions.
• The flash effect cannot be obtained easily when you use forced flash in a bright location.
• When you record images with the flash, sound may not be recorded clearly.
• When recording with the flash, it takes longer to prepare for image capture. This is because your camcorder starts to charge power for firing after the flash pops up.
  Darken the surroundings by covering the lens part, and press PHOTO lightly so that your camcorder starts to charge power after the flash pops up.
• If it is not easy to focus on the subject automatically, for example, when recording in the dark, use the focal distance information (p. 69) for focusing manually.

When you record images with the flash The possible shooting distance using the built-in flash is shorter than when you record on "Memory Stick"s.

When playing back images recorded with the flash on other camcorders

These images may flicker.

If you leave your camcorder for 5 or more minutes after disconnecting the power source. Your camcorder returns to the default setting (auto).

Recording a still image on a tape - Tape Photo recording

You cannot shoot images with the flash during the following operations:

• Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE
• Super NightShot
• Digital effect
• Fader
• Recording

The flash does not fire even if you select auto (no indicator) and (auto red-eye reduction) during the following operations:

• NightShot
• Exposure
• Spotlight mode of PROGRAM AE
  – Sunset & moon mode of PROGRAM AE
• Landscape mode of PROGRAM AE

When you use an external flash (optional) which does not have the auto red-eye reduction function

You cannot select the auto red-eye reduction.

Self-timer recording

You can record still images on tapes with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation.

(1) Press ⚙ (self-timer) in the standby mode. The ⚙ (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.
(2) Press PHOTO firmly. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound. In the last 2 seconds of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically.

1 2 PHOTO PHOTO

To cancel self-timer recording

Press Ⓧ (self-timer) so that the Ⓧ indicator disappears from the screen while your camcorder is in the standby mode. You cannot cancel the self-timer recording using the Remote Commander.

Note

The self-timer recording mode is automatically canceled when:

– Self-timer recording is finished.
- The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR.

Recording a still image on a tape - Tape Photo recording

Printing the still image

You can print a still image by using the video printer (optional). Connect the video printer using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder.

Connect it to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack and connect the yellow plug of the cable to the video input of the video printer.

Refer to the operating instructions of the video printer as well.

If the video printer is equipped with S video input

Use the S video connecting cable (optional) to obtain high-quality output. Connect it to the S VIDEO jack and the S video input of the video printer.

Adjusting the white balance manually

You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural colour balance. Normally white balance is automatically adjusted.

(1) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, select a desired WHT BAL in ☐ in the menu settings (p. 130).

(2) Select the desired white balance mode in the menu settings.

(INDOOR):

• Lighting condition changes quickly
- Too bright place such as photography studios
• Under sodium lamps or mercury lamps

(OUTDOOR):

• Recording a sunset/sunrise, just after sunset, just before sunrise, neon signs, or fireworks
  • Under a colour matching fluorescent lamp

HOLD :

Recording a single-coloured subject or background

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To return to the automatic white balance mode

Set WHT BAL to AUTO in the menu settings.

If the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lighting

We recommend that you record in the 🧑 indoor mode.

When you record under fluorescent lighting Use the automatic white balance or hold mode.

Your camcorder may not adjust the white balance correctly in the 🌐 indoor mode.

Adjusting the white balance manually

In the automatic white balance mode

Point your camcorder at a white subject for about 10 seconds after setting the POWER switch to CAMERA to get a better adjustment when:

- You detach the battery for replacement.

- You bring your camcorder to the outdoors from the interior of a house holding the exposure, or vice versa.

In the hold white balance mode

Set the white balance to AUTO and reset to HOLD after a few seconds when:

- You change the PROGRAM AE mode.

- You bring your camcorder to the outdoors from the interior of a house, or vice versa.

You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The picture during a playback on a normal TV [b] or on a wide-screen TV [c] is compressed in the widthwise direction. If you set the screen mode of the wide-screen TV to the full mode, you can watch pictures of normal images [d].

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    A["16:9WIDE\n(a)"] --> B[" "]
    B --> C[" "]
    C --> D[" "]

In the standby mode, set 16:9WIDE to ON in ☐ in the menu settings (p. 130).

To cancel the wide mode

Set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings.

In the wide mode

You cannot select the following functions:

• OLD MOVIE
• BOUNCE

During recording

You cannot select or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings.

Connection for a TV (Except for European models)

Pictures recorded in the 16:9WIDE mode automatically appear on the TV screen at full size when:

• you connect your camcorder to a TV that is compatible with the video ID (ID-1/ID-2) system.
• you connect your camcorder to the S video jack on the TV.

ID-1 system (Except for European models)

The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) with video signals. If you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1 system, the screen size is automatically selected.

ID-2 system (Except for European models)

The ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted between video signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment using an A/V connecting cable.

You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.

When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to colour. When fading out, the picture gradually changes from colour to black-and-white.

* Fade in only

MONOTONE

(1) When fading in [a]

In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.

When fading out [b]

In the recording mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes.

The indicator changes as follows:

graph LR
    A["FADER"] --> B["M.FADER"]
    B --> C["BOUNCE"]
    C --> D["MONOTONE"]
    D --> E["OVERLAP"]
    E --> F["WIPE"]
    F --> G["DOT"]
    G --> H["no indicator"]

The last selected fader mode is indicated first of all.

(2) Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing.

After the fader in/out is carried out, your camcorder automatically returns to normal mode.

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To cancel the fader function

Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the indicator disappears.

Note

You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function. Also, you cannot use the fader function while using the following functions:

• Digital effect
• Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE (Overlap, Wipe, or Dot function only) (The low lux indicator flashes.)
• Super NightShot
• Tape photo recording

When you select OVERLAP, WIPE, or DOT

Your camcorder automatically stores the image recorded on a tape. As the image is being stored, the indicators flash fast, and the playback picture disappears. At this stage, the picture may not be recorded clearly, depending on the tape condition.

While in MEMORY mode

You cannot use the fader function.

While using the BOUNCE function, you cannot use the following functions:

• Focus
• Zoom
• Picture effect
• Exposure

Note on the bounce function

The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions:

• D ZOOM is activated in the menu settings
• Wide mode
• Picture effect
• PROGRAM AE

Using special effects - Picture effect

You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV.

NEG. ART [a]: The colour and brightness of the picture are reversed.

SEPIA : The picture gets sepia.

B&W : The picture appears in monochrome (black-and-white).

SOLARIZE [b]: The light intensity is clearer, and the picture looks like an illustration.

SLIM [c]: The picture expands vertically.

STRETCH [d]: The picture expands horizontally.

PASTEL [e] : The contrast of the picture is emphasised, and the picture looks like an animated cartoon.

MOSAIC [f]: The picture gets mosaic-patterned.

[a]

[b]

[c]

(1) In CAMERA mode, select P EFFECT in ☐ in the menu settings (p. 130).
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired picture effect mode.

MENU

To cancel the picture effect function

Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.

While using the picture effect function

You cannot select OLD MOVIE mode with DIGITAL EFFECT.

When you turn the power off

The picture effect is automatically canceled.

Using special effects - Digital effect

You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally.

STILL

You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture.

FLASH (FLASH MOTION)

You can record still images successively at constant intervals.

LUMI. (LUMINANCEKEY)

You can swap a brighter area in a still picture with a moving picture.

TRAIL

You can record the picture so that an incidental image like a trail is left.

SLOW SHTR (SLOW SHUTTER)

You can slow down the shutter speed. The slow shutter mode is good for recording dark pictures more brightly.

OLD MOVIE

You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically sets the wide mode to ON and picture effect to SEPIA, and the appropriate shutter speed.

(1) In CAMERA mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT. The digital effect indicator appears.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mode. The indicator changes as follows: STILL ↔ FLASH ↔ LUMI. ↔ TRAIL ↔ SLOW SHTR ↔ OLD MOVIE
(3) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The indicator lights up and the bars appear. In the STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect, then press the dial.

Items to be adjusted

STILL	The rate of the still image you want to superimpose on the moving picture
FLASH	The interval of flash motion
LUMI.	The colour scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture
TRAIL	The time until the incidental image vanishes
SLOW SHTR	Shutter speed. The larger the shutter speed number, the slower the shutter speed.
OLD MOVIE	No adjustment necessary

The more bars there are on the screen, the stronger the digital effect. The bars appear in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.

• The following functions do not work during digital effect:
• Fader
  – Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE (The low lux indicator flashes.)
• Tape photo recording
  – Super NightShot
• The PROGRAM AE function does not work in the slow shutter mode.
• The following functions do not work in the old movie mode:
• Wide mode
• Picture effect
  -PROGRAM AE

When you turn the power off

The digital effect is automatically canceled.

When recording in the slow shutter mode

Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod.

Shutter speed

Shutter speed number	Shutter speed
SLOW SHTR 1	1/25
SLOW SHTR 2	1/12
SLOW SHTR 3	1/6
SLOW SHTR 4	1/3

You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements.

Spotlight

This mode prevents people's faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theatre.

Soft portrait

This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers.

Sports lesson

This mode minimises shake on fast-moving subjects such as in tennis or golf.

Beach & ski

This mode prevents people's faces from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light, such as at a beach in midsummer or on a ski slope.

Sunset & moon

This mode allows you to maintain atmosphere when you are recording sunsets, general night views, fireworks displays and neon signs.

Landscape

This mode is for when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording a subject behind glass or a screen.

Low lux

This mode makes subjects brighter in insufficient light.

Black-and-white photo of a woman holding flowers, with a small icon in the corner (no text or symbols)

Portrait of a smiling person with a small icon in the corner (no text or symbols)

Black-and-white photo of a golfer mid-swing on a dirt road, with trees and a small inset image showing a person (no text or symbols)

Black-and-white beach scene with palm trees, a small palm tree silhouette, and a shoreline (no text or symbols)

Black-and-white beach scene with palm trees and a crescent moon symbol (no text or symbols)

Black-and-white photo of a coastal scene with palm trees, a stone bridge, and a distant pagoda (no visible text or symbols)

Black-and-white photo of a birthday cake with candles and a person in the background (no visible text or symbols)

(1) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press PROGRAM AE. The PROGRAM AE indicator appears.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode.

The indicator changes as follows:

Press PROGRAM AE again.

Notes

- Because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance, you cannot take close-ups in the following modes:

-Spotlight
- Sports lesson
- Beach & ski

- Your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects in the following modes:

-Sunset & moon
- Landscape

- The following functions do not work in the PROGRAM AE mode:

-Slow shutter
- Old movie
- Bounce

- The following functions do not work in the low lux mode:

• Digital effect
• Overlap
• Wipe
• Dot
• Recording with the flash

- While shooting in MEMORY mode the following modes do not work (The indicator flashes.):

• Low lux
• Sports lesson
• While setting the NIGHTSHOT to ON, the PROGRAM AE function does not work. (The indicator flashes.)

While WHT BAL is set to AUTO in the menu settings

The white balance is adjusted even if the PROGRAM AE function is selected.

Even if the PROGRAM AE function is selected You can adjust the exposure.

If you are recording under a discharge tube such as a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp or mercury lamp

Flickering or changes in colour may occur in the following modes. If this happens, turn the PROGRAM AE function off.

• Soft portrait
• Sports lesson

Adjusting the exposure manually

You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases:

• The subject is backlit
  – Bright subject and dark background
• To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully

(1) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, press EXPOSURE. The exposure indicator appears.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the brightness.

Line drawing of a digital camera with open screen and control panel (no text or symbols)

2

1
EXPOSURE

Black-and-white portrait of a person in traditional attire (no visible text or symbols)

To return to the automatic exposure mode

Press EXPOSURE.

Note

When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work.

Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode:

• If you change the PROGRAM AE mode.
• If you slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.

You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases:

• The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting:
• subjects through glass coated with water droplets
• horizontal stripes
• subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls and sky
• When you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in the background.
• Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod.

Ручная фокусировка

Black-and-white photo of a person holding white roses, no text or symbols visible

Black-and-white portrait of a young woman holding flowers (no text or symbols visible)

(1) Set FOCUS to MANU in CAMERA or MEMORY mode. The F indicator appears.
(2) Turn the focus ring to sharpen focus.

To return to the autofocus mode Set FOCUS to AUTO.

To record distant subjects

When you set FOCUS to INFINITY, the lens focuses on and ▲ indicator appears. When you release FOCUS, your camcorder returns to the manual focus mode. Use this mode when your camcorder focuses on near objects even though you are trying to shoot a distant object.

It is easier to focus on the subject if you adjust the zoom to shoot at the “W” (wide-angle) after focusing at the “T” (telephoto) position.

When you shoot close to the subject Focus at the end of the “W” (wide-angle) position.

changes as follows:

▲ when recording a distant subject
when the subject is too close to focus on

Focal distance information is displayed for about 3 seconds on the screen in the following cases:

• When switching the focus adjustment mode from autofocus to manual
• When turning the focus ring

Focal distance information

• This information aids focusing if it is not easy to focus on the subject, for example, when recording in the dark. Use this information as a rough guide to get a sharp focus.
• You cannot get correct information if you have attached a conversion lens to your camcorder.

You can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering, emergence, etc., with this function.

[a] Recording time
[b] Waiting time

(1) Press MENU to display the menu in standby mode.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select 📄, then press the dial.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INT. REC, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET, then press the dial.
(5) Set INTERVAL and REC TIME.

① Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INTERVAL, then press the dial.
② Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired interval time, then press the dial.

The time: 30SEC ↔ 1MIN ↔ 5MIN ↔ 10MIN

③ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select REC TIME, then press the dial.
④ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired recording time, then press the dial.

The time: 0.5SEC ↔ 1SEC ↔ 1.5SEC ↔ 2SEC

⑤ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ➕ RETURN, then press the dial twice.

(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.
(7) Press MENU to erase the menu display. The interval recording indicator flashes.
(8) Press START/STOP to start interval recording. The interval recording indicator lights up.

To cancel the interval recording

• Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings.
• Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), VCR or MEMORY.

To stop the interval recording momentarily and perform normal recording

Press START/STOP. You can perform normal recording only once. To cancel the normal recording, press START/STOP again.

Note on interval recording

You cannot do interval recording in memory mode.

On recording time

There may be a discrepancy in recording time of up to +/-6 frames from the selected time.

Frame by frame recording - Cut recording

You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using cut recording. To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a cut recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate the camcorder using the Remote Commander after step 6.

(1) Press MENU to display the menu in standby mode.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select 📋, then press the dial.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select FRAME REC, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.
(5) Press MENU to erase the menu display. The FRAME REC indicator lights up.
(6) Press START/STOP to start cut recording. The camcorder makes a recording for about six frames, and returns to recording standby.
(7) Move the subject, and repeat step 6.

Frame by frame recording - Cut recording

To cancel the cut recording

• Set FRAME REC to OFF in the menu settings.
• Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), VCR, or MEMORY.

Notes on cut recording

• The last recorded cut is longer than other cuts.
• The proper remaining tape time is not indicated if you use this function continuously.

Покадровая запись

Playing back a tape with picture effects

During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect functions: NEG. ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE.

(1) In the playback or playback pause mode, select P EFFECT in ☑ in the menu settings (p. 130).
(2) Select the desired mode by turning the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
For details of each picture effect function, see page 61.

Line drawing of a digital camera with open screen and control panel (no text or symbols)

MENU

To cancel the picture effect function

Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.

Notes

• You cannot process the picture that is input from other equipment using the picture effect function.
• To record pictures that you have processed using the picture effect function, record the pictures on the VCR, using your camcorder as a player.

Pictures processed by the picture effect function

Pictures processed by the picture effect function are not output through the i DV IN/OUT jack.

When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing back

The picture effect function is automatically canceled.

MANUAL SET P EFFECT OFF RETURN NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE ETC [MENU] : END

Playing back a tape with digital effects

During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.

(1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial until the desired digital effect mode flashes.

The indicator changes as follows: STILL ↔ FLASH ↔ LUMI. ↔ TRAIL

(2) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
The digital effect indicator lights up and the bars appear. In the STILL or LUMI. mode, the picture is captured and is stored in memory as a still image at the time you press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect, then press the dial.

For details of each digital effect function, see page 62.

Press DIGITAL EFFECT.

Notes

• You cannot process externally input scenes using the digital effect function.
• To record pictures that you have processed using the digital effect function, record the pictures on the VCR, using your camcorder as a player.

Playing back a tape with digital effects

Pictures processed by the digital effect function

• Pictures processed by the digital effect function are not output through the i DV IN/OUT jack.
• You cannot use the PB ZOOM function for pictures processed by the digital effect function.

When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playing back

The digital effect function is automatically canceled.

Enlarging images recorded on tapes - Tape PB ZOOM

You can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. You can also dub the enlarged images to tapes or copy to “Memory Stick”s. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s (p. 161, 166).

(1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press PB ZOOM on your camcorder. The image is enlarged, and appears on the screen.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to move the enlarged image, then press the dial.

↑: The image moves downwards. ↓: The image moves upwards.

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to move the enlarged image, then press the dial.

→: The image moves leftward (Turn the dial upwards.)
←: The image moves rightward (Turn the dial downwards.)

(4) Adjust the zoom ratio by the power zoom lever.

W: Decreases the zoom ratio.

T : Increases the zoom ratio.

• You cannot process externally input scenes using the PB ZOOM function with your camcorder.
• You cannot record images that you have processed using the PB ZOOM function with your camcorder. To record images that you have processed using the PB ZOOM function, record the images on the VCR using your camcorder as a player.

The PB ZOOM function is automatically canceled when you operate the following functions:

• Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
• Stop playback.
• Display the menu settings.

Images in the PB ZOOM

Images in the PB ZOOM mode are not output through the i DV IN/OUT jack.

Примечания

Quickly locating a scene using the zero set memory function

Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scene having a tape counter value of “0:00:00”. Use the Remote Commander for this operation.

(1) In the playback mode, press DISPLAY.
(2) Press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you want to locate later. The tape counter shows "0:00:00" and the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes.
(3) Press ■ when you want to stop playback.
(4) Press ◀◀ to rewind the tape to the tape counter's zero point. The tape stops automatically when the tape counter reaches approximately zero. The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator disappears and the time code appears.
(5) Press ▶. Playback starts from the counter's zero point.

• When you press ZERO SET MEMORY before rewinding the tape, the zero set memory function will be canceled.
• There may be a discrepancy of several seconds from the time code.

If a tape has a blank portion in the recorded portions

The zero set memory function may not work correctly.

Zero set memory function also in the standby mode

When you insert a scene in the middle of a recorded tape, press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you want to end the insertion. Rewind the tape to the insert start point, and start recording. Recording stops automatically at the tape counter zero point. Your camcorder returns to the standby mode.

Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title - Title search

CM only

If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries of recorded tape by title. Use the Remote Commander for this operation.

Before operation

Set CM SEARCH in ☐ to ON in the menu settings (p. 134). (The default setting is ON.)

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the TITLE SEARCH indicator appears.

The indicator changes as follows:

graph LR
    A["→ TITLE SEARCH → DATE SEARCH → PHOTO SEARCH → PHOTO SCAN → no indicator"] --> B["→"]

(3) Press ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ on the Remote Commander to select the title for playback.

Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the scene having the title that you selected.

If you use a tape without cassette memory You cannot superimpose or search a title.

In the □□ mark

• The bar in the ① mark indicates the present point on the tape.
• The × mark in the 00 indicates the actual point you are trying to search.

Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title - Title search

If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The title search function may not work correctly.

To superimpose a title See page 121.

Searching a recording by date - Date search

You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and start playback from that point (Date search). Use a tape with cassette memory for convenience. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date.

Searching for the date by using cassette memory

Before operation

• You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory.
• Set CM SEARCH in [CIII] to ON in the menu settings (p. 134). (The default setting is ON.)

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the DATE SEARCH indicator appears.

The indicator changes as follows:

graph LR
    A["TITLE SEARCH"] --> B["DATE SEARCH"]
    B --> C["PHOTO SEARCH"]
    C --> D["PHOTO SCAN"]
    D --> E["no indicator"]

(3) Press ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ on the Remote Commander to select the date for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback at the beginning of the selected date.

2 SEARCH MODE DATE SEARCH 1 5/9/01 2 6/9/01 3 24/12/01 4 1/1/02 5 11/2/02 6 29/4/02 3 DATE SEARCH 1 5/9/01 2 6/9/01 3 24/12/01 4 1/1/02 5 11/2/02 6 29/4/02 3 Bаша видеокамера автоматически начнет воспроизведение с начала выбранной даты. MENU

Searching a recording by date - Date search

Note

If one day's recording is less than 2 minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes.

In the 00 mark

• The bar in the ☐☐ mark indicates the present point on the tape.
• The × mark in the indicates the actual point you are trying to search.

If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions

The date search function may not work correctly.

Cassette memory

The tape cassette memory can hold 6 recording date data. If you search the date among 7 or more data, see “Searching for the date without using cassette memory” below.

Searching for the date without using cassette memory

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Set CM SEARCH in ☐ to OFF in the menu settings (p. 134).
(3) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the DATE SEARCH indicator appears.

graph TD
    A["→ DATE SEARCH → PHOTO SEARCH → PHOTO SCAN → no indicator"] --> B["→"]

(4) Press ◄◀◀ on the Remote Commander to search for the previous date or press ▶▶▶ on the Remote Commander to search for the next date. Your camcorder automatically starts playback at the point where the date changes. Each time you press ◄◀◀ or ▶▶▶, your camcorder searches for the previous or next date.

To stop searching

Press ■.

Searching for a photo - Photo search/Photo scan

You can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape (photo search).

You can also search for still images one after another and display each image for 5 seconds automatically regardless of cassette memory (photo scan). Use the Remote

Commander for these operations.

Use this function to check or edit still images.

Searching for a photo by using cassette memory

Before operation

• You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory.
• Set CM SEARCH in ☐ to ON in the menu settings (p. 134). (The default setting is ON.)

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears.

The indicator changes as follows:

graph LR
    A["TITLE SEARCH"] --> B["DATE SEARCH"]
    B --> C["PHOTO SEARCH"]
    C --> D["PHOTO SCAN"]
    D --> E["no indicator"]

(3) Press ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ on the Remote Commander to select the date for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo having the date that you selected.

2 SEARCH MODE PHOTO SEARCH 1 5/ 9/01 17:30 2 6/ 9/01 8:50 3 24/12/01 10:30 4 1/ 1/02 23:25 5 11/ 2/02 16:11 6 29/ 4/02 13:45 ↓ DATAI DIA BOCPROBIEZEDENIA. Bаша VIDEOKAMERA AUTOMATICHECKI NACHNET BOCPROBIEZEDNE FOTO, IMEOUERO BYPBANNUO BAMI DATY. 3 PHOTO SEARCH 1 5/ 9/01 17:30 2 6/ 9/01 8:50 3 24/12/01 10:30 4 1/ 1/02 23:25 5 11/ 2/02 16:11 6 29/ 4/02 13.45 ↓ DATAI MENU

To stop searching

Press ■.

• The bar in the ☐☐☐ mark indicates the present point on the tape.
• The × mark in the indicates the actual point you are trying to search.

If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions

The photo search/photo scan function may not work correctly.

The available number of photos that can be searched using the cassette memory

The available number is up to 12 photos.

However, you can search 13 photos or more using the scanning photo function.

Searching for a photo without using cassette memory

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Set CM SEARCH in ☐ to OFF in the menu settings (p. 134).
(3) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears.

The indicator changes as follows:

graph TD
    A["→ DATE SEARCH → PHOTO SEARCH → PHOTO SCAN → no indicator"] --> B["→"]

(4) Press ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ on the Remote Commander to select the photo for playback. Each time you press ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀, your camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo.

To stop searching

Press ■.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the PHOTO SCAN indicator appears.
The indicator changes as follows:
(3) Press ◀◀◀ or ▶▶▶ on the Remote
Commander.
Each photo is played back for about 5 seconds automatically.

graph LR
    A["TITLE SEARCH"] --> B["DATE SEARCH"]
    B --> C["PHOTO SEARCH"]
    C --> D["PHOTO SCAN"]
    D --> E["no indicator"]

Фотосканирование

Using the A/V connecting cable

You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder as a player.

Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder.

Before operation

• Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)
• Press the following buttons to make the indicator disappear so that they will not be superimposed on the edited tape:

- DISPLAY

- DATA CODE

- SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander

(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder.

(2) Prepare the VCR for recording, then set the input selector to LINE. Refer to the operating instructions of the VCR.

(3) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder.

(5) Start recording on the VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.

S VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO

When you have finished dubbing a tape

Press ■ on both your camcorder and the VCR.

Перезапись ленты

You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems

8 8 mm, Hi8 Hi8, VHS VHS, SVHS S-VHS, VHSC VHSC, SVHSC S-VHSC, Betamax, MiniDV mini DV, DV DV, Digital8

If your VCR is a monaural type

Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white or the red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR or the TV. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output.

If your VCR has an S video jack

Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain high-quality pictures.

With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable.

Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the VCR.

This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures.

Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)

Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT and to DV IN of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. You cannot dub the titles, display indicators or the contents of cassette memory or letters on the “Memory Stick” index screen. Set the input selector on the VCR to the DV input position if the VCR is equipped with the input selector.

(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder.
(2) Prepare the VCR for recording. Set the input selector to LINE. Refer to the operating instructions of the VCR.
(3) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder.
(5) Start recording on the VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of the VCR.

When you have finished dubbing a tape

Press ■ on both your camcorder and the connected DV product.

You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)

See page 226 for more information about i.LINK.

The following functions do not work during digital editing:

• Picture effect
• Digital effect
• PB ZOOM

If you record a playback pause picture with the i DV IN/OUT jack

The recorded picture becomes rough. And when you play back the picture using the other video equipment, the picture may jitter.

Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing

You can duplicate selected scenes (programmes) for editing onto a tape without operating the VCR.

Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20 programmes.

Before operating the Digital program editing

Step 1 Connecting the VCR (p. 93).

Step 2 Setting the VCR for operation (p. 95, 100).

Step 3 Adjusting the synchronicity of the VCR (p. 101).

When you dub using the same VCR again, you can skip steps 2 and 3.

Using the Digital program editing function

Operation 1 Making the programme (p. 103).

Operation 2 Performing a Digital program editing (dubbing a tape) (p. 105).

Step 1: Connecting the VCR

You can connect both an A/V connecting cable and an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable).

When you use the A/V connecting cable, connect the devices as illustrated in page 89. When you use an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), connect the devices as illustrated in page 91.

Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing

Notes

• You cannot dub the titles, display indicators, or the contents of cassette memory.
• When you connect with an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable), you may not be able to operate the dubbing function correctly, depending on the VCR.
  Set CONTROL to IR in the menu settings of your camcorder.
• When editing digital video, the operation signals cannot be sent with LANC ⬆.

If you connect using an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)

With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.

Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cable

To edit using the VCR, send the control signal by infrared rays to the remote sensor on the VCR. When you connect using an A/V connecting cable, follow the procedures below, (1) to (4), to send the control signal correctly.

(1) Set the IR SETUP code

① Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
② Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to LINE. When you connect a video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR.
③ Press MENU to display the menu.
④ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ETC, then press the dial.
⑤ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EDIT SET, then press the dial.
⑥ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CONTROL, then press the dial.
⑦ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR, then press the dial.
⑧ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR SETUP, then press the dial.
⑨ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the IR SETUP code of your VCR, then press the dial.
Check the code in “About the IR SETUP code.” (p. 97)

Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing

About the IR SETUP code

The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code depending on your VCR. The default setting is Code number 3.

Brand/Mapka	IR SETUP code/Kođ IR SETUP
Sony	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Aiwa	47, 53, 54
Akai	62, 50, 74
Alba	73
Aristona	84
Baird	36, 30
Blaupunkt	83, 78
Bush	74
Canon	97
CGM	47, 83, 36
Clatronic	73
Daewoo	26
Ferguson	76
Fisher	73
Funai	80
Goldstar	47
Goodmans	26, 84
Grundig	83, 9
Hitachi	42, 56
ITT/Nokia Instant	36
JVC	12, 21, 15, 11
Kendo	47
Loewe	16, 47, 84
Luxor	89
Mark	26*
Matui	47, 60, 58*
Mitsubishi	28, 29

Note on IR SETUP code

Digital programme editing is not possible if the VCR does not support IR SETUP codes.

Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing

(2) Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the VCR

① Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial.
② Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the mode to cancel recording pause on the VCR, then press the dial.

OTHERS EDITSET CONTROL ADJ TEST "CUT-IN" "CUT-OUT" IR SETUP PAUSEMODE PAUSE IR TEST REC PRETURN PB [MENU] : END OTHERS EDITSET CONTROL ADJ TEST "CUT-IN" "CUT-OUT" IR SETUP PAUSEMODE PAUSE IR TEST PRETURN [MENU] : END

The buttons to cancel recording pause on the VCR

The buttons vary depending on your VCR. To cancel recording pause:

• Select "PAUSE" if the button to cancel recording pause is .
• Select "REC" if the button to cancel recording pause is ●.
• Select "PB" if the button to cancel recording pause is ▶.

(3) Setting your camcorder and the VCR to face each other

Locate the infrared rays emitter of your camcorder and face it towards the remote sensor of the VCR.

Set the devices about 30 cm (12 in.) apart, and remove any obstacles between the devices.

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(4) Confirming the VCR operation

① Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set to recording pause.
② Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR TEST, then press the dial.
③ Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
If the VCR starts recording, the setting is correct.
When finished, the indicator changes to COMPLETE.

Line drawing of a digital camera with open screen and control panel (no text or symbols)

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OTHERS EDITSET CONTROL ADJ TEST "CUT-IN" "CUT-OUT" ENGAGE IR SETUP REC_PAUSE PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN RETURN EXECUTE [MENU]:END

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OTHERS EDITSET CONTROL ADJ TEST "CUT-IN" "CUT-OUT" IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST COMPLETE RETURN [MENU]:END

When the VCR does not operate correctly

• After checking the code in “About the IR SETUP code,” set the IR SETUP or the PAUSEMODE again.
• Place your camcorder at least 30 cm (12 in.) away from the VCR.
• Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.

Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)

When you connect using i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional), follow the procedures below.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
(2) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to DV input. When you connect a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR.
(3) Press MENU to display the menu.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ETC, then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EDIT SET, then press the dial.
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CONTROL, then press the dial.
(7) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select i.LINK, then press the dial.

Step 3: Adjusting the synchronicity of the VCR

You can adjust the synchronicity of your camcorder and the VCR. Have a pen and paper ready for notes. Before operation, eject a cassette from your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
(2) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, then set to recording pause.
When you select i.LINK in CONTROL, you do not need to set to recording pause.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ADJ TEST, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. IN and OUT are recorded on an image for 5 times each to calculate the numerical values for adjusting the synchronicity. The EXECUTING indicator flashes on the screen. When finished, the indicator changes to COMPLETE.
(5) Rewind the tape in the VCR, then start slow playback. Take a note of the opening numerical value of each IN and the closing numerical value of each OUT.
(6) Calculate the average of all the opening numerical values of each IN, and the average of all the closing numerical values of each OUT.
(7) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select "CUT-IN", then press the dial.
(8) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the average numerical value of IN, then press the dial. The calculated start position for recording is set.
(9) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select "CUT-OUT", then press the dial.
(10) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the average numerical value of OUT, then press the dial. The calculated stop position for recording is set.
(11) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ↩ RETURN, then press the dial.

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graph TD
    A["ADJ TEST"] --> B["RETURN"]
    C["CUT-IN"] --> D["EXECUTE"]
    E["CUT-OUT"] --> F["IR SETUP ENGAGE"]
    G["PAUSEMODE"] --> H["REC PAUSE"]
    I["IR TEST"] --> J["RETURN"]
    K["ADJ TEST"] --> L["EXECUTING"]
    M["CUT-IN"] --> N["IR SETUP IN"]
    O["CUT-OUT"] --> P["PAUSEMODE +215"]
    Q["IR SETUP"] --> R["RETURN"]
    S["ADJ TEST"] --> T["COMPLETE"]
    U["CUT-IN"] --> V["IR SETUP PAUSEMODE"]
    W["CUT-OUT"] --> X["IR SETUP"]
    Y["IR EST"] --> Z["RETURN"]
    AA["ME"] --> AB["END"]

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OTHERS EDITSET CONTROL ADJ_TEST "CUT-IN" "CUT-OUT" IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR_TEST RETURN [MENU]:END

OTHERS EDITSET CONTROL ADJ_TEST "CUT-IN" "CUT-OUT" IR_SETUP PAUSEMODE IR_TEST RETURN [MENU]:END

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OTHERS EDITSET CONTROL ADJ TEST "CUT-IN" "CUT-OUT" 0 IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN [MENU] :END

OTHERS EDITSET CONTROL ADJ TEST "CUT-IN" "CUT-OUT" 0 IR SETUP PAUSEMODE IR TEST RETURN [MENU] :END

Notes

• When you complete step 3, the image to adjust the syncronicity is recorded for about 50 seconds.
• If you start recording from the very beginning of the tape, the first few seconds of the tape may not record properly. Be sure to allow about 10 seconds' lead before starting the recording.

Примечания

Operation 1: Making the programme

(1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR.
(2) Press MENU to display the menu.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ETC, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select VIDEO EDIT, then press the dial.
(5) Search for the beginning of the first scene you want to insert using the video operation buttons, then pause playback.
(6) Press MARK on the Remote Commander, or the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The IN point of the first programme is set, and the top part of the programme mark changes to light blue.
(7) Search for the end of the first scene you want to insert using the video operation buttons, then pause playback.
(8) Press MARK on the Remote Commander, or the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The OUT point of the first programme is set, then the bottom part of the programme mark changes to light blue.
(9) Repeat steps 5 to 8, then set the programme. When the programme is set, the programme mark changes to light blue. You can set maximum of 20 programmes.

Erasing the programme you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from of the last programme.

(1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. The last set programme mark flashes, then the setting is cancelled.

To cancel erasing Select RETURN in step 2.

Erasing all programmes

(1) Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ERASE ALL, then press the dial.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. All the programme marks flash, then the settings are cancelled.

To cancel erasing all programmes Select RETURN in step 2.

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To cancel a programme you have set

Press MENU.

The programme is stored in memory until the tape is ejected.

Note

You cannot operate recording during the Digital program editing.

On a blank portion of the tape

You cannot set IN or OUT on a blank portion of the tape.

If there is a blank portion between IN and OUT on the tape

The total time code may not be displayed correctly.

Operation 2: Performing a Digital program editing (Dubbing a tape)

Make sure your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. When you use an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) the following procedure is not necessary.

When you use a digital video camera recorder, set its power switch to VCR/VTR.

(1) Select VIDEO EDIT. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select START, then press the dial.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial.
Search for the beginning of the first programme, then start dubbing.
The programme mark flashes.
The SEARCH indicator appears during search, and the EDIT indicator appears during edit on the screen.
The program indicator changes to light blue after dubbing is complete.
When the dubbing ends, your camcorder and the VCR automatically stop.

To stop dubbing during editing

Press ■ using the video operation buttons.

To end the Digital program editing function

Your camcorder stops when the dubbing is complete. Then the display returns to VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings.

Press MENU to end the programme editing function.

Dubbing only desired scenes - Digital program editing

You cannot record on the VCR when:

• The tape has run out.
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock.
• The IR SETUP code is not correct. (When IR is selected.)
• The button to cancel recording pause is not correct. (When IR is selected.)

NOT READY appears on the LCD screen when:

• The programme to operate the Digital program editing has not been made.
• i.LINK is selected but an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) is not connected.
• The power of the connected VCR is not turned on. (when you set i.LINK.)

Using with analog video unit and personal computer - Signal convert function

You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to your computer which has the i.LINK (DV) jack to your camcorder.

Before operation

Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Set A/V → DV OUT in ☐ to ON in the menu settings (p. 131).
(3) Start playback on the analog video unit.
(4) Start capturing procedures on your computer. The operation procedures depend on your computer and the software which you use. For details on how to capture images, refer to the instruction manual of computer and software.

After capturing images and sound

Stop capturing procedures on your computer, and stop the playback on the analog video unit.

Using with analog video unit and personal computer – Signal convert function

Notes

• You need to install software which can exchange video signals.
• Depending on the condition of the analog video signals, the computer may not be able to output the images correctly when you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder. Depending on the analog video unit, the image may contain noise or incorrect colours.
• You cannot record or capture the video output via your camcorder when the video tapes includes copyright protection signals such as ID-2 system.
• You can capture images and sound with an S video cable (optional) instead of the A/V connecting cable (supplied).

Recording video or TV programmes

Using the A/V connecting cable

You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV programme from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder.

Before operation

Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The defalt setting is LCD.)

(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder. If you are recording a tape from the VCR, insert a recorded tape into the VCR.
(2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
(3) Press ● REC and the button on its right simultaneously on your camcorder, then immediately press ■ on your camcorder.
(4) Press ▶ on the VCR to start playback if you record a tape from a VCR. Select a TV programme if you record from a TV. The picture from a TV or VCR appears on the screen.
(5) Press II on your camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording from.

When you have finished dubbing a tape

Press ■ on both your camcorder and the VCR.

Recording video or TV programmes

Using the Remote Commander

In step 3, press ● REC and MARK simultaneously, then immediately press ■. And in step 5, press ■ at the scene where you want to start recording from.

Note on the Remote Commander

Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper.

If your VCR is a monaural type

Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or the red plug to the audio output jack on the VCR or the TV. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output.

If your TV or VCR has an S video jack

Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain high-quality pictures.

With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable.

Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures.

Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)

Simply connect the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) to DV IN/OUT and to DV OUT of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.

Before operation

Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)

(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder, and insert the recorded tape into the VCR.
(2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
(3) Press ● REC and the button on its right simultaneously on your camcorder, then immediately press ■ on your camcorder.
(4) Press ▶ on the VCR to start playback. The picture to be recorded appears on the screen.
(5) Press ■ on your camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording from.

Recording video or TV programmes

When you have finished dubbing a tape

Press ■ on both your camcorder and the VCR.

Using the Remote Commander

In step 3, press ● REC and MARK simultaneously, then immediately press ■. And in step 5, press ■ at the scene where you want to start recording from.

Note on the Remote Commander

Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper.

You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)

During digital editing

The colour of the display may be uneven. However, this does not affect the dubbed picture.

If you record playback pause picture with the DV IN/OUT jack

The recorded picture becomes rough. And when you play back the picture using your camcorder, the picture may jitter.

Before recording

Make sure if the DV IN indicator appears on the screen. The DV IN indicator may appear on both equipment.

Inserting a scene from a VCR - Insert editing

You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as on page 109 or 111.

Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR.

[A]: A tape that contains the scene to be superimposed

[B]: A tape before editing

[C]: A tape after editing

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.

(2) On the connected VCR, locate just before the insert start point [a], then press II to set the VCR to the playback pause mode.

(3) On your camcorder, locate the insert end point [c] by pressing ◀◀ or ▶▶. Then press ■ to set it to the playback pause mode.

(4) Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander. The ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes and the end point of the insert is stored in memory. The tape counter shows “0:00:00.”

(5) On your camcorder, locate the insert start point [b] by pressing ◀◀, then press ● REC and the button on its right simultaneously.

(6) First press ■ on the VCR, and after a few seconds press ■ on your camcorder to start inserting the new scene.

Inserting automatically stops near the zero point on the tape counter. Your camcorder automatically returns to the recording pause mode.

Press ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from step 3.

Using the Remote Commander

In step 5, press ● REC and MARK simultaneously, then immediately press ■. And in step 6, press ■ at the scene where you want to start recording from.

Note

The picture and sound recorded on the portion between the insert start and end points will be erased when you insert the new scene.

Note on the Remote Commander

Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper.

If you insert scenes on the tape recorded with other camcorder (including other DCR-TRV30E)

The picture and sound may be distorted. We recommend that you insert scenes on a tape recorded with your camcorder.

When the inserted picture is played back

The picture and sound may be distorted at the end of the inserted portion. This is not a malfunction.

The picture and sound at the start point and the end point may be distorted in the LP mode.

Inserting a scene from a VCR - Insert editing

To insert a scene without setting the insert end point

Skip steps 3 and 4. Press ■ when you want to stop inserting.

You can record an audio sound to add to the original sound on a tape by connecting audio equipment or a microphone. If you connect the audio equipment, you can add sound to your recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points. The original sound will not be erased. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Select one of the following connections to add an audio sound.

Connecting the microphone with the MIC jack

Аудиоперезапись

You can check the recorded picture and sound by connecting the AUDIO/VIDEO jack to a TV. The recorded sound is not output from a speaker. Check the sound by using the TV or headphones.

Connecting the microphone with the intelligent accessory shoe

Connecting the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack

Аудиоперезапись

Dubbing with the built-in microphone

No connection is necessary.

Note

When dubbing with the AUDIO/VIDEO jack or the built-in microphone, pictures are not output through S VIDEO jack or the AUDIO/VIDEO jack. Check the recorded picture on the screen. You can check the recorded sound by using headphones.

If you make all the connections

The audio input to be recorded will take precedence over others in the following order.

• MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack
- Intelligent accessory shoe
• AUDIO/VIDEO jack
• Built-in microphone

Adding an audio sound on a recorded tape

Choose a connection mentioned before, and connect audio equipment or microphone to your camcorder. Then follow the procedure below.

(1) Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder.
(2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
(3) Locate the recording start point by pressing ▶ on the Remote Commander. Then press ▶ at the point where you want to start recording to set your camcorder to the playback pause mode.
(4) Press AUDIO DUB on the Remote Commander. The green ⬤‖ indicator appears on the screen.
(5) Press ▪ on the camcorder or on the Remote Commander and start playing back the audio you want to record at the same time. The new sound is recorded in stereo 2 (ST2) during playback. During recording new sound, the red ● appears on the screen.
(6) Press ■ on the Remote Commander or on your camcorder at the point where you want to stop recording.

Monitoring the new recorded sound

To play back the sound

Adjust the balance between the original sound (ST1) and the new sound (ST2) by selecting AUDIO MIX in ☐ in the menu settings (p. 131).

Five minutes after when you disconnect the power source or remove the battery pack, the setting of AUDIO MIX returns to the original sound (ST1) only. The default setting is original sound only.

Notes

• New sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the 16-bit mode (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz) (p. 134).
• New sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the LP mode (p. 134).
• You cannot add audio with the i DV IN/OUT jack.
• You cannot add audio on the blank portion of the tape.

If an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional) is connected to your camcorder

You cannot add a sound to a recorded tape.

We recommend that you add new sound on a tape recorded with your camcorder

If you add new sound on a tape recorded with another camcorder (including other DCR-TRV30E), the sound quality may become worse.

If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock

You cannot record on a tape. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection.

To add new sound more precisely

Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote

Commander at the point where you want to stop recording later in the playback mode.

Carry out steps 3 to 5. Recording automatically stops at the point where ZERO SET MEMORY was pressed.

Superimposing a title

CM only

If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for 5 seconds from the point where you superimposed it.

You can select one of 8 preset titles and 2 custom titles (p. 125). You can also select the colour, size and position of titles.

Наложение титра

CM only

(1) In CAMERA or VCR mode, turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [CIII] in the menu settings, then press the dial.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLE, then press the dial.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired title, then press the dial. The title flashes.
(5) Change the colour, size, or position, if necessary.

① Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the COLOUR, SIZE or POSITION, then press the dial. The item appears.
② Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired item, then press the dial.
③ Repeat steps ① and ② until the title is laid out as desired.

(6) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial again to complete the setting.

In the recording, playback or playback pause mode:

The TITLE SAVE indicator appears on the screen for 5 seconds and the title is set. In the standby mode:

The TITLE indicator appears. And when you press START/STOP to start recording, TITLE SAVE appears on the screen for 5 seconds and the title is set.

If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock

You cannot superimpose or erase the title. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection.

To use the custom title

If you want to use the custom title, select ☐ in step 3.

If the tape has a blank portion

You cannot superimpose a title on the portion.

If the tape has a blank portion in the middle of the recorded parts

The title may not be displayed correctly.

The titles superimposed with your camcorder

• They are displayed by only the DV ^Mini D ^V format video equipment with index title function.
• The point you superimposed the title may be detected as an index signal when searching a recording with other video equipment.

If the tape has too many index signals

You may not be able to superimpose a title because the memory is full. In this case, delete data you do not need.

Not to display titles

Set TITLE DSPL to OFF in the menu settings (p. 134).

• The title colour changes as follows: WHITE YELLOW VIOLET RED CYAN GREEN BLUE
• The title size changes as follows: SMALL LARGE
  You cannot input 13 characters or more in LARGE size. If you input more than 12 characters, the title size returns to SMALL even you select LARGE.
• If you select SMALL, you have 9 choices for the title position.
  If you select LARGE, you have 8 choices for the title position.

One cassette can have up to about 20 titles, if 1 title consists of 5 characters

However, if the cassette memory is full with date, photo and cassette label data, one cassette can have only up to about 11 titles with 5 characters each.

Cassette memory capacity is as follows:

-6 date data
- 12 photo data
- 1 cassette label

If the "C" FULL" mark appears

The cassette memory is full. Erase the title you do not need.

Установка титра

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR and then press MENU to display the menu.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select in the menu settings, then press the dial.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLEERASE, then press the dial. Title erase display appears.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the dial. "ERASE OK?" indicator appears.
(5) Make sure the title is the one you want to erase, and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial. OK changes to EXECUTE.
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. ERASING indicator flashes, then COMPLETE indicator appears.

Стирание титра

To cancel erasing a title

Select RETURN in step 6.

Making your own titles

CM only

You can make up to 2 titles and store them in cassette memory. Each title can have up to 20 characters.

(1) Press MENU to display the menu in the standby or VCR mode.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select Ⓗ, then press the dial.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLE, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the first line (CUSTOM1 SET) or second line (CUSTOM2 SET), then press the dial.
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the column of the desired character, then press the dial.
(7) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired character, then press the dial.
(8) Repeat steps 6 and 7 until you have selected all characters and completed the title.
(9) To finish making your own titles, turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [SET], then press the dial.
(10) Press MENU to make the title menu disappear.

CM only

TITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET [MENU]:END

TITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET RETURN [MENU] : END

5

TITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET RETURN [MENU]: END

TITLE SET ABCDE 12345 FGHIJ 67890 KLMNO '../- PQRST [←] UVWXY [SET] Z& ?! [MENU]:END

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TITLE SET ================ ABCDE 12345 FGHIJ 67890 KLMNO ', . /- [PQRST] [ ← ] UVWXY [SET] Z& ?! [MENU]: END

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TITLE SET ABCDE 12345 FGHIJ 67890 KLMNO ', , /- □QRST [ ← ] UVWXY [SET] Z& ?! [MENU]: END

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TITLE SET ABCDE 12345 FGHIJ 67890 KLMNO ' . , /- PQRST [ ← ] UVWXY [SET] Z& ?! [MENU]:END

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TITLE SET S____________________________ ABCDE 12345 FGHIJ 67890 KLMNO ', ./- PQRST [ ← ] UVWXY [SET] Z& ?! [MENU]:END

To change a title you have stored

In step 3, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you want to change, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [←], then press the dial to delete the title. The last character is erased. Enter the new title as desired.

If you take 5 minutes or longer to enter characters in the standby mode while a cassette is in your camcorder

The power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored in memory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once and then to CAMERA again, then proceed from step 1. We recommend setting the POWER switch to VCR or removing the cassette so that your camcorder does not automatically turn off while you are entering title characters.

To delete the title

Select [←]. The last character is erased.

To enter a space

Select [ Z& ?! ], then select the blank part.

If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labelled cassette and turn the power on, the label is displayed for about 5 seconds.

(1) Insert the cassette you want to label.
(2) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(3) Press MENU to display the menu.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TAPE TITLE, then press the dial. Tape title display appears.
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the column of the desired character, then press the dial.
(7) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired character, then press the dial.
(8) Repeat steps 6 and 7 until you finish the label.
(9) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [SET], then press the dial.
The label is stored in memory.

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4,5

CM SET TITLE READY TITLEERASE TITLE DSLPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL [MC] CM SET TITLE TITLEERASE TITLE DSLPL CM SEARCH TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL [MC] TAPE TITLE [MC] ABCDE 12345 FGHJ 67890 KLMNO .../- PQRST [♦] UVWXY [SET] Z& ?! [MENU]: END

TAPE TITLE ABCDE 12345 FGHIJ 67890 KLMNO .../- PORST [←] UVWXY [SET] Z& ?! [MENU]:END TAPE TITLE ABCDE 12345 FGHIJ 67890 KLMNO .../- PORST [←] UVWXY [SET] Z& ?! [MENU]:END

TAPE TITLE ABCDE 12345 FGHJ 67890 KLINO ' . /- PORST [ ‘ € ] UVWXY [SET] Z& ?! [MENU]:END TAPE TITLE M ABCDE 12345 FGHJ 67890 KLINO ' . /- PORST [ ‘ € ] UVWXY [SET] Z& ?! [MENU]:END

To erase the label you have made

In step 6 turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [←], then press the dial. The last character is erased.

To change the label you have made

Insert the cassette to change the label, and operate in the same way to make a new label.

If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock

You cannot label the tape. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection.

If the ⬇ mark appears in step 5

The cassette memory is full. If you erase the title in the cassette, you can label it.

If you have superimposed titles in the cassette. When the label is displayed, up to 4 titles also appear.

When the “----” indicator has fewer than 10 spaces

The cassette memory is full.

The “----” indicates the number of characters you can select for the label.

To enter a space

Select [ Z& ?! ], then select the blank part.

Changing the menu settings

To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode.

(1) In CAMERA, MEMORY or VCR mode, press MENU.
(2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired icon, then press the dial to set.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired item, then press the dial to set.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode, then press the dial to set.
(5) If you want to change other items, select ➔ RETURN and press the dial, then repeat steps 2 to 4.
For details, see “Selecting the mode setting of each item” (p. 130).

Changing the menu settings

To make the menu display disappear

Press MENU.

Menu items are displayed as the following icons:

M MANUAL SET
CAMERA SET
VCR SET
LCD/VF SET
MEMORY SET
PRINT SET
CM SET
TAPE SET
SETUP MENU
ETC OTHERS

English

Selecting the mode setting of each item ● is the default setting.

Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment.

Icon/item	Mode	Meaning	POWER switch
P EFFECT	—	To add special effects like those in films or on the TV to images (p. 61).	CAMERA VCR
WHT BAL	—	To adjust the white balance (p. 54).	CAMERA MEMORY
AUTO SHTR	● ON	To automatically activate the electronic shutter when shooting in bright conditions.	CAMERA
	OFF	Not to automatically activate the electronic shutter even when shooting in bright conditions.
D ZOOM	● OFF	To deactivate the digital zoom. Up to 10× zoom is carried out.	CAMERA
	20×	To activate the digital zoom. More than 10× to 20× zoom is performed digitally (p. 31).
	120×	To activate the digital zoom. More than 10× to 120× zoom is performed digitally (p. 31).
16:9WIDE	● OFF	—	CAMERA
	ON	To record a 16:9 wide picture (p. 56).
STEADYSHOT	● ON	To compensate for camera-shake.	CAMERA
	OFF	To cancel the SteadyShot function. Natural pictures are produced when shooting a stationary object with a tripod.
N.S. LIGHT	● ON	To use the NightShot Light function (p. 34).	CAMERA MEMORY
	OFF	To cancel the NightShot Light function.

Notes on the SteadyShot function

• The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake.
• Attachment of a conversion lens (optional) may influence the SteadyShot function.

If you cancel the SteadyShot function

The SteadyShot off indicator “ ” appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for camera-shake.

Icon/item	Mode	Meaning	POWER switch
FRAME REC	● OFF	To deactivate Cut recording function.	CAMERA
	ON	To activate Cut recording function. (p. 74)
INT. REC	ON	To activate Interval recording function. (p. 71)	CAMERA
	● OFF	To deactivate Interval recording function.
	SET	To set waiting time and recording time for Interval recording function. (p. 71)
FLASH LVL	HIGH	Makes the flash level higher than normal.	CAMERA MEMORY
	● NORMAL	Normal setting.
	LOW	Makes the flash level lower than normal.
HiFi SOUND	● STEREO	To play back a stereo tape or dual sound track tape with main and sub sound (p. 223).	VCR
	1	To play back a stereo tape with the left sound or a dual sound tape with main sound.
	2	To play back a stereo tape with the right sound or a dual sound track tape with sub sound.
AUDIO MIX	——	To adjust the balance between the stereo 1 and stereo 2 (p. 119).	VCR
A/V→DV OUT	● OFF	To output digital images and sound in analog format using your camcorder.	VCR
	ON	To output analog images and sound in digital format using your camcorder. (p. 107)
NTSC PB	● ON PAL TV	To play back a tape recorded in the NTSC colour system on a PAL system TV.	VCR
	NTSC 4.43	To play back a tape recorded in the NTSC colour system on a TV with the NTSC 4.43 mode.
LCD B. L.	● BRT NORMAL	To set the brightness on the LCD screen normal.	VCR CAMERA MEMORY
	BRIGHT	To brighten the LCD screen.
LCD COLOUR	——	To adjust the colour on the LCD screen, turn and press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.	VCR CAMERA MEMORY
		To get low-intensity ▲ To get high-intensity
VF B.L.	● BRT NORMAL	To set the brightness on the viewfinder screen to normal.	VCR CAMERA MEMORY
	BRIGHT	To brighten the viewfinder screen.

Note on NTSC PB
When you play back a tape on a Multi System TV, select the best mode while viewing the picture on the TV.
Notes on LCD B.L. and VF B.L.

- When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording.

- When you use power sources other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is automatically selected.

Icon/item	Mode	Meaning	POWER switch
☐ STILL SET
PIC MODE	● SINGLE	Not to record continuously.	MEMORY
	NORMAL	To record continuously (p. 155).
	HIGH SPEED	To record continuously fast (p. 155).
	MULTI SCRN	To record 9 images continuously (p. 155).
QUALITY	● SUPER FINE	To record still images in the finest image quality mode. (p. 147)	VCR MEMORY
	FINE	To record still images in the fine image quality mode. (p. 147)
	STANDARD	To record still images in the standard image quality mode. (p. 147)
IMAGESIZE	● 1360 × 1020	To record still images in 1360 × 1020 size. (p. 148)	MEMORY
	640 × 480	To record still images in 640 × 480 size. (p. 148)
MOVIE SET
IMAGESIZE	● 320 × 240	To record moving pictures in 320 × 240 size. (p. 148)	VCR MEMORY
	160 × 112	To record moving pictures in 160 × 112 size. (p. 148)
☐REMAIN	● AUTO	To display the remaining capacity of the “Memory Stick” in the following cases:For 5 seconds after setting the POWER switch to VCR.For 5 seconds after setting the POWER switch to MEMORYFor 5 seconds after inserting a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder in MEMORY or VCR modeWhen the capacity of the “Memory Stick” is less than 1 minute in MEMORY modeFor 5 seconds after completing a moving picture recording	VCR MEMORY
	ON	To always display the remaining capacity of the “Memory Stick”

Note on IMAGESIZE for STILL SET
If you set PIC MODE to HIGH SPEED or MULTI SCRN or you set the POWER switch to VCR, IMAGESIZE is automatically set to 640 × 480 .

Icon/item	Mode	Meaning	POWER switch
PRINT MARK	● OFF	To cancel print marks on still images.	VCR MEMORY
	ON	To write a print mark on the recorded still images you want to print out later. (p. 199)
PROTECT	● OFF	Not to protect images.	VCR MEMORY
	ON	To protect selected images against accidental erasure (p. 194).
SLIDE SHOW	— —	To play back images in a continuous loop (p. 192).	MEMORY
DELETE ALL	— —	To delete all the unprotected images (p. 196).	MEMORY
FORMAT	● RETURN	To cancel formatting.	MEMORY
	OK	To format an inserted “Memory Stick.”1. Select FORMAT with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press the dial.2. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial.3. After “EXECUTE” appears, press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. “FORMATTING” flashes during formatting. “COMPLETE” appears when formatting is finished.
PHOTO SAVE	— —	To duplicate still images on tape onto “Memory Stick”(p. 174).	VCR
9PIC PRINT	● RETURN	To cancel prints of split screen	MEMORY
	SAME	To make prints of same split screen (p. 201)
	MULTI	To make prints of different split screen (p. 201)
	MARKED	To make prints of images with print marks in recording order (p. 201)
DATE/TIME	● OFF	To make prints without the recording date and time	MEMORY
	DATE	To make prints with the recording date (p. 201)
	DAY&TIME	To make prints with the recording date and time (p. 201)

Notes on formatting

• Supplied “Memory Stick”s have been formatted at factory. Formatting with this camcorder is not required.
• Do not turn the POWER switch or press any button while the display shows "FORMATTING."
• You cannot format the “Memory Stick” if the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK.
• Format the “Memory Stick” when “FORMAT ERROR” is displayed.

Formatting erases all information on the "Memory Stick"

Check the contents of the "Memory Stick" before formatting.

• Formatting erases sample images on the “Memory Stick.”
• Formatting erases the protected image data on the “Memory Stick.”

Note on PRINT SET

9PIC PRINT and DATE/TIME are displayed only when an external printer (optional) is connected to the intelligent accessory shoe.

Icon/item	Mode	Meaning	POWER switch
TITLE	——	To superimpose a title or make your own title.	VCR CAMERA
TITLEERASE	——	To erase the title you have superimposed (p. 124).	VCR CAMERA
TITLE DSPL	● ON	To display the title you have superimposed.	VCR
	OFF	Not to display the title.
CM SEARCH	● ON	To search using cassette memory (p. 82).	VCR
	OFF	To search without using cassette memory.
TAPE TITLE	——	To label a cassette (p. 127).	VCR CAMERA
ERASE ALL	——	To erase all the data in cassette memory.	VCR CAMERA
REC MODE	● SP	To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode.	VCR CAMERA
	LP	To increase the recording time to 1.5 times the SP mode.
AUDIO MODE	● 12BIT	To record in the 12-bit mode (2 stereo sounds).	VCR CAMERA
	16BIT	To record in the 16-bit mode (1 stereo sound with high quality).
REMAIN	● AUTO	To display the remaining tape bar:• for about 8 seconds after your camcorder is turned on and calculates the remaining amount of tape.• for about 8 seconds after a cassette is inserted and your camcorder calculates the remaining amount of tape.• for about 8 seconds after ▶ is pressed in VCR mode.• for about 8 seconds after DISPLAY is pressed to display the screen indicators.• for the period of tape rewinding, forwarding or picture search in the VCR mode.	VCR CAMERA
	ON	To always display the remaining tape indicator.

Notes on the LP mode

• When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playing the tape on your camcorder. When you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs, noise may occur in pictures or sound.
• When you record in the LP mode, we recommend using a Sony Excellence/Master cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder.
• You cannot make audio dubbing on a tape recorded in the LP mode. Use the SP mode for the tape to be audio dubbed.
• When you record in the SP and LP modes on one tape or you record some scenes in the LP mode, the playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written properly between scenes.

Notes on AUDIO MODE

• You cannot dub audio sound on a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode.
• When playing back a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, you cannot adjust the balance in AUDIO MIX.

Icon/item	Mode	Meaning	POWER switch
CLOCK SET	—	To set the date or time (p. 22).	CAMERA MEMORY
AUTO TV ON*	● OFF	—	VCR
	ON	To automatically turn on a Sony TV when using the laser link function (p. 47).	CAMERA MEMORY
TV INPUT*	● VIDEO1VIDEO2VIDEO3	To switch the video input on a Sony TV when using the laser link function (p. 47).	VCR
	OFF	—	CAMERA MEMORY
LTR SIZE	● NORMAL	To display selected menu items in normal size.	VCR
	2×	To display selected menu items at twice the normal size.	CAMERA MEMORY
DEMO MODE	● ON	To make the demonstration appear.	CAMERA
	OFF	To cancel the demonstration mode.

* Except for European models.

Notes on DEMO MODE

• You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your camcorder.
• DEMO MODE is set to STBY (Standby) as the default setting and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you have set the POWER switch to CAMERA without a cassette inserted. Note that you cannot select STBY of DEMO MODE in the menu settings.
• When NIGHTSHOT is set to ON, the “NIGHTSHOT” indicator appears on the screen and you cannot select DEMO MODE in the menu settings.

Icon/item	Mode	Meaning	POWER switch
ETC DATA CODE	● DATE/CAM	To display date, time and various settings during playback (p. 40, 177).	VCR MEMORY
	DATE	To display date and time during playback (p. 40, 177, 181).
WORLD TIME	——	To set the clock to the local time.Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to set a time difference. The clock changes by the time difference you set here. If you set the time difference to 0, the clock returns to the originally set time.	CAMERA MEMORY
BEEP	● MELODY	To output the melody when you start/stop recording or when an unusual condition occurs on your camcorder.	VCR CAMERA MEMORY
	NORMAL	To output the beep instead of the melody.
	OFF	To cancel all sound including shutter sound.
COMMANDER	● ON	To activate the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder.	VCR CAMERA MEMORY
	OFF	To deactivate the Remote Commander to avoid remote control misoperation caused by other VCR's remote control.
DISPLAY	● LCD	To show the display on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder.	VCR CAMERA MEMORY
	V-OUT/LCD	To show the display on the TV screen, LCD screen and in the viewfinder.
REC LAMP	● ON	To light up the camera recording lamp at the front of your camcorder.	CAMERA MEMORY
	OFF	To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the person is not aware of the recording.
VIDEO EDIT	——	To make programme and perform video editing (p. 93).	VCR
EDIT SET	——	To adjust and set the synchronicity of your camcorder and a VCR for dubbing in edit set mode (p. 93).	VCR

Note
If you press DISPLAY with DISPLAY set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings, the picture from a TV or VCR will not appear on the LCD screen even when your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR.
When recording a close subject
When REC LAMP is set to ON, the red camera recording lamp on the front of the camcorder may reflect on the subject if it is close. In this case, we recommend you set REC LAMP to OFF.
In more than 5 minutes after removing the power source
The PROGRAM AE, WHT BAL, FLASH LVL, HiFi SOUND, AUDIO MIX and COMMANDER items are returned to their default settings.
The other menu items are held in memory even when the battery is removed.

Русский

You can record and play back images on a “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder.

On file format

Still image (JPEG)

Your camcorder compresses image data in JPEG format (extension .jpg).

Moving picture (MPEG)

Your camcorder compresses picture data in MPEG format (extension .mpg).

Typical image data file name

Still image

100-0001: This file name appears on the screen of your camcorder.

Dsc00001.jpg: This file name appears on the display of your computer.

Moving picture

MOV00001: This file name appears on the screen of your camcorder.

Mov00001.mpg: This file name appears on the display of your computer.

Using a "Memory Stick"

- You cannot record or erase images when the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK.

The position and shape of the write protect tab may be different depending on the model.

• We recommend backing up important data.

• Image data may be damaged in the following cases:

• If you remove the “Memory Stick” or turn the power off while reading or writing.

• If you use “Memory Stick”s near static electricity or magnetic fields.

• Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section.
• Stick its label on the labeling position.
• Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to "Memory Stick"s.
• Do not disassemble or modify “Memory Stick”s.
• Do not let "Memory Stick"s get wet.
• Do not use or keep “Memory Stick”’s in locations that are:
• Extremely hot such as in a car parked in the sun or under the scorching sun.
• Under direct sunlight.
• Very humid or subject to corrosive gases.
• When you carry or store a “Memory Stick,” put it in its case.

"Memory Stick"s formatted by a computer

"Memory Stick"s formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with this camcorder.

Notes on image data compatibility

• Image data files recorded on “Memory Stick”s by your camcorder conform with the Design rule for Camera File system universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). You cannot play back on your camcorder still images recorded on other equipment (DCR-TRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that does not conform with this universal standard. (These models are not sold in some areas.)

• If you cannot use the “Memory Stick” that is used with other equipment, format it with this camcorder (p. 133). However, formatting erases all information on the “Memory Stick.”

• “Memory Stick” and MEMORY STICK™ are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• Windows and ActiveMovie, DirectShow are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Macintosh and Mac OS, QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
• All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
• Furthermore, “TM” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.

Inserting a "Memory Stick"

Lift up the viewfinder, and insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the ▲ mark facing up as illustrated.

Ejecting a "Memory Stick"

Lift up the viewfinder, and slide ← MEMORY EJECT in the direction of the arrow.

Извлечение "Memory Stick"

MEMORY EJECT

If you extend the viewfinder to the end You cannot insert or eject a “Memory Stick.”

While the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder because your camcorder is reading the data from the "Memory Stick" or recording the data on the "Memory Stick." Do not turn the power off, eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur.

If “MEMORYSTICK ERROR” is displayed The “Memory Stick” may be corrupted. If this occurs, use another “Memory Stick.”

Selecting still image quality mode

You can select image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting is SUPER FINE.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Press MENU to display the menu.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select STILL SET, then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select QUALITY, then press the dial.
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired image quality, then press the dial.

1 POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY 2 MENU

Diagram showing a curved object transforming into a simplified version of a bent structure (no text or symbols)

MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET PRINT MARK PROTECT SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL ETC FORMAT RETURN [MENU]:END

4

Diagram showing a curved object transforming into a rectangular shape, with no text or symbols present.

MEMORY SET STILL SET PIC MODE SINGLE QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURN [MENU]:END

5

Diagram showing a curved object transforming into a rectangular shape, with no text or symbols present.

MEMORY SET SFN STILL SET PIC MODE QUALITY SUPER FINE IMAGESIZE FINE RETURN STANDARD ETC REMAIN [MENU]:END 12

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Diagram showing a curved object transforming into a rectangular shape, with arrows indicating direction (no text or symbols)

MEMORY SET W STILL SET PIC MODE QUALITY STANDARD IMAGESIZE RETURN ETC REMAIN 36 [MENU]:END

Using a "Memory Stick" - introduction

Image quality settings

Setting	Meaning
SUPER FINE (SFN)	This is the highest image quality in your camcorder. The number of still images you can record is less than in FINE mode. The image is compressed to about 1/3.
FINE (FINE)	Use this mode when you want to record high quality images. The image is compressed to about 1/6.
STANDARD (STD)	This is the standard image quality. The image is compressed to about 1/10.

Note

In some cases, changing the image quality mode may not affect the image quality, depending on the types of images you are shooting.

Differences in image quality mode

Recorded images are compressed in JPEG format before being stored in memory. The memory capacity allotted to each image varies depending on the selected image quality mode and image size. Details are shown in the table below. (You can select 1360 × 1020 or 640 × 480 image size in the menu settings.)

1360 × 1020 image size

Image quality mode	Memory capacity
SUPER FINE	About 900 KB
FINE	About 450 KB
STANDARD	About 300 KB

640 × 480 image size

Image quality mode	Memory capacity
SUPER FINE	About 190 KB
FINE	About 100 KB
STANDARD	About 60 KB

Image quality mode indicator

The image quality mode indicator is not displayed during playback.

Selecting the image size

You can select either one of two image sizes

Still images: 1360 × 1020 or 640 × 480 . (The image

size in VCR mode is automatically set to 640 × 480 .

The default setting is 1360 × 1020 .

Moving pictures: 320 × 240 or 160 × 112

The default setting is 320 × 240 .

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Press MENU to display the menu.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select STILL SET (still image) or MOVIE SET (moving picture), then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IMAGESIZE, then press the dial.
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired image size, then press the dial. The indicator changes as follows:

Still images:

Moving pictures:

Diagram showing a curved structural element before and after rotation, with no text or symbols present.

MEMORY SET M STILL SET C MOVIE SET
MOVIE SET PRINT MARK PROTECT
SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL
DELETE ALL ETC FORMAT
→ RETURN

4
STILL SET

MEMORY SET STILL SET PIC MODE SINGLE QUALITY IMAGESIZE RETURN [MENU]:END

MOVIE SET

MEMORY SET MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE 320×240 REMAIN RETURN ETC + REMAIN 40sec [MENU]:END

5
STILL SET

MEMORY SET 1360 STILL SET PIC MODE QUALITY IMAGESIZE 1360×1020 RETURN 640×480 ETC REMAIN 12 [MENU]:END

MOVIE SET

MEMORY SET MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE 320×240 REMAIN 160×112 RETURN ETC REMAIN 40 sec [MENU] : END

6
STILL SET

MEMORY SET STILL SET PIC MODE QUALITY IMAGESIZE 640×480 RETURN ETC REMAIN [MENU]:END 60

MOVIE SET

MEMORY SET MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE 160×112 REMAIN RETURN ETC REMAIN 2 min [MENU] : END

Approximate number of still images you can record on a "Memory Stick"

The number of images you can record varies depending on which image quality mode and image size you select and the complexity of the subject.

4MB type (supplied):

Image size	640 × 480	1360 × 1020
SUPER FINE (SFN)	20 images	4 images
FINE (FINE)	40 images	8 images
STANDARD (STD)	60 images	12 images

8MB type (optional):

Image size	640 × 480	1360 × 1020
SUPER FINE (SFN)	40 images	8 images
FINE (FINE)	81 images	17 images
STANDARD (STD)	122 images	25 images

16MB type (optional):

Image size	640 × 480	1360 × 1020
SUPER FINE (SFN)	82 images	17 images
FINE (FINE)	164 images	35 images
STANDARD (STD)	246 images	51 images

Using a "Memory Stick" - introduction

32MB type (optional):

Image size	640 × 480	1360 × 1020
SUPER FINE (SFN)	164 images	35 images
FINE (FINE)	329 images	70 images
STANDARD (STD)	494 images	104 images

64MB type (optional):

Image size	640 × 480	1360 × 1020
SUPER FINE (SFN)	329 images	71 images
FINE (FINE)	659 images	141 images
STANDARD (STD)	988 images	208 images

128MB type (optional):

Image size	640 × 480	1360 × 1020
SUPER FINE (SFN)	659 images	143 images
FINE (FINE)	1319 images	282 images
STANDARD (STD)	1978 images	416 images

Approximate time of moving pictures you can record on a "Memory Stick"

The time of moving pictures you can record varies depending on which image size you select and the complexity of the subject.

Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Memory Photo recording

You can record still images on "Memory Stick"s.

Before operation

Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until the desired still image appears. The green ● mark stops flashing, then lights up. The brightness of the image and focus are adjusted, being targeted for the middle of the image and are fixed. Recording does not start yet.
(3) Press PHOTO deeper. The image displayed on the screen will be recorded on a “Memory Stick.” Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears.

Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Memory Photo recording

When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work:

• Wide TV
• Digital zoom
• SteadyShot function
• SUPER NIGHTSHOT
• Fader
• Picture effect
• Digital effect
• Title

- Low lux mode (The indicator flashes.)

– Sports lesson mode (The indicator flashes.)

While you are recording a still image You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO.

When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander

Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button.

When you press PHOTO lightly in step 2 The image momentarily flickers. This is not a malfunction.

When recording in MEMORY mode

The angle of view is a little increased than one in CAMERA mode.

Recording images continuously

You can record still images continuously. Select one of the three modes described below before recording.

NORMAL [a]

When the image size is set to 1360 × 1020 , you can record up to 3 images continuously. When the image size is set to 640 × 480 , you can record up to 9 images continuously. The number of recorded photos in continuous mode depends on the capacity of the “Memory Stick.”

HIGH SPEED (Recording image size is 640 × 480 ) You can record up to 16 images continuously. The number of recorded photos in continuous mode depends on the capacity of the “Memory Stick.”

MULTI SCRN (Recording image size is 640 × 480) [b]

You can record 9 still images continuously on a single page.

[a]

Three black-and-white photos of a man with a beak, showing facial features and expressive gestures (no text or symbols visible)

While pressing down PHOTO, your camcorder continuously record still images up to maximum number.

When you stop pressing, the recording stops.

Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Memory Photo recording

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Press MENU to display the menu.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select STILL SET, then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PIC MODE, then press the dial.
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired setting, then press the dial.

Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Memory Photo recording

If the capacity of the "Memory Stick" becomes full

"FULL" appears on the screen, and you cannot record a still image on this "Memory Stick."

Continuous shooting settings

Setting	Meaning(indicator on the screen)
SINGLE	Your camcorder shoots 1 image at a time. (no indicator)
NORMAL	Your camcorder shoots up to 3 still images in 1360 × 1020 size or 9 still images in 640 × 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals. ( [IMAGE] )
HIGH SPEED	Your camcorder shoots up to 16 still images in 640 × 480 size at about 0.08 sec intervals. ( [IMAGE] )
MULTI SCRN	Your camcorder shoots 9 still images at about 0.4 sec intervals and displays the images on a single page divided into 9 boxes. Still images are recorded in 640 × 480 size. ( [IMAGE] )

The number of images in continuous shooting The number of images you can shoot continuously varies depending on the image size and the capacity of the “Memory Stick.”

In NORMAL, HIGH SPEED and MULTI SCRN mode The flash does not work.

When shooting with the self-timer function or the Remote Commander

Your camcorder automatically records up to the maximum recordable number of still images.

When selecting HIGH SPEED

Flickering or changes in colour may occur. Also, your camcorder prevents focusing on near objects.

Recording images with the flash

The flash automatically pops up to strobe. The default setting is auto (no indicator). To change the flash mode, press the (flash) repeatedly until the flash mode indicator appears on the screen.

Each press of (flash) changes the indicator as follows:

o No indicator
- Auto red-eye reduction: The flash fires

before recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.

Forced flash:

The flash fires regardless of the surrounding brightness.

No flash:

The flash does not fire.

The flash is adjusted to the appropriate brightness through the photocell window for the flash. You can also change FLASH LVL to the desired brightness in the menu settings (p. 131). Try recording various images to find the most appropriate setting for FLASH LVL.

Notes

• The recommended shooting distance using the built-in flash is 0.3 ~m to 2.5 ~m (31/32 feet to 8 1/3 feet).
• Attaching the lens hood (supplied) or a conversion lens (optional) may block the light from the flash or cause lens shadow to appear.
• You cannot use an external flash (optional) and the built-in flash at the same time.

Recording still images on "Memory Stick"s - Memory Photo recording

• O (Auto red-eye reduction) may not produce the desired effect depending on individual differences, the distance to the subject, the subject not looking at the pre-recording flash or other conditions.
• The flash effect cannot be obtained easily when you use forced flash in a bright location.
• If it is not easy to focus on a subject automatically, for example, when recording in the dark, use the focal distance information (p. 69) for focusing manually.

If you leave your camcorder for 5 or more minutes after disconnecting the power source Your camcorder returns to the default setting (auto).

The flash does not fire even if you select auto and o (auto red-eye reduction) during the following operations:

• NightShot
• Exposure
• Spotlight mode of PROGRAM AE
  – Sunset & moon mode of PROGRAM AE
• Landscape mode of PROGRAM AE

When you use an external flash (optional) which does not have the auto red-eye reduction function

You cannot select the auto red-eye reduction.

Self-timer memory photo recording

You can record images on “Memory Stick” s with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Press ⭕ (self-timer) in the standby mode. The ⭕ (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.
(3) Press PHOTO firmly. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound. In the last 2 seconds of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically.

To record moving pictures on "Memory Stick"s with the self-timer

Press START/STOP in step 3. To cancel the recording, press START/STOP again.

To cancel self-timer recording

Press ⚙ (self-timer) so that the ⚙ (self-timer) indicator disappears from on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. You cannot cancel the self-timer recording using the Remote Commander.

Note

The self-timer recording mode is automatically canceled when:

– Self-timer recording is finished.
- The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR.

To check the image to be recorded

You can check the image with pressing the PHOTO button lightly, then press it deeper to start the self-timer recording.

Recording an image from a tape as a still image

Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick”. Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.”

Before operation

• Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder.
• Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Press ▶. The picture recorded on the tape is played back.
(3) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until the picture from the tape freezes. CAPTURE appears on the screen. Recording does not start yet.
(4) Press PHOTO deeper. The image displayed on the screen will be recorded on a “Memory Stick.” Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears.

Image size of still images

Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480 .

When the access lamp is lit or flashing

Do not shake or strike the unit. As well do not turn the power off, eject a “Memory Stick” or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur.

Recording an image from a tape as a still image

If "◀" appears on the screen

The inserted “Memory Stick” is incompatible with your camcorder because its format does not conform with your camcorder. Check the format of the “Memory Stick.”

If you press PHOTO lightly in the playback mode

Your camcorder stops momentarily.

Sound recorded on a tape

You cannot record the audio from a tape.

Titles have already recorded on tapes

You cannot record the titles on “Memory Stick”s. The title does not appear while you are recording a still image with PHOTO.

When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander

Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button.

Recording a still image from other equipment

Before operation

Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired programme.
The image of the other equipment is displayed on the screen.
(3) Follow steps 3 and 4 on page 161.

Using the A/V connecting cable

Recording an image from a tape as a still image

Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video jack on the VCR or the TV.

If your TV or VCR has an S video jack

Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain high-quality pictures.

With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable.

Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures.

Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)

Recording moving pictures on "Memory Stick"s - MPEG movie recording

You can record moving pictures with sound on "Memory Stick" s.

Before operation

Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. When IMAGESIZE in the menu settings is set to 160 × 112 , the maximum recording time is 60 seconds. However, when IMAGESIZE in the menu settings is set to 320 × 240 , the maximum recording time is 15 seconds.

Line drawing of a handheld video camera with no visible text or symbols

1

POWER VCR OFF(CHG) CAMERA MEMORY LOCK

2

40 min 120 REC 0:03.5 [15sec]

Recording time can be recorded on the "Memory Stick" /

This indicator is displayed for 5 seconds after pressing START/STOP. This indicator is not recorded./

Recording moving pictures on "Memory Stick"s - MPEG movie recording

Note

Sound is recorded in monaural.

When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work:

• Wide TV
• Digital zoom
• SteadyShot function
• SUPER NIGHTSHOT
• Fader
• Picture effect
• Digital effect
• Title
• Low lux mode (The indicator flashes.)
• Sports lesson mode (The indicator flashes.)
• MEMORY MIX

When recording in MEMORY mode

The angle of view is a little increased than one in CAMERA mode.

When selecting HIGH SPEED

Flickering or changes in colour may occur. Also, your camcorder prevents focusing on near objects.

During recording on "Memory Stick"

You cannot use the PB ZOOM function.

Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture

Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.”

Before operation

• Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder.
• Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Press ▶. The picture recorded on the tape is played back.
(3) Press START/STOP on your camcorder at the scene where you want to start recording from. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. When IMAGESIZE in the menu settings is set to 160 × 112, the maximum recording time is 60 seconds. However, when IMAGESIZE in the menu settings is set to 320 × 240, the maximum recording time is 15 seconds.

40min 0:15:42:43 120REC 0:03.5 [15SEC]

Recording time can be recorded on the "Memory Stick." /

This indicator is displayed for 5 seconds after pressing START/STOP.

This indicator is not recorded./

Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture

Notes

• Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to one in 32 kHz when recording images from a tape to “Memory Stick”s.
• Sound recorded in stereo is converted to monaural sound when recording from tapes.

When the access lamp is lit or flashing

Do not shake or strike the unit. As well do not turn the power off, eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur.

Titles have already recorded on tapes

You cannot record the titles on “Memory Stick”s. The title does not appear while you are recording a moving image with START/STOP.

If "AUDIO ERROR" is displayed

Sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder has been recorded. Connect the A/V connecting cable to input images from an external unit used to play back the image (p. 168).

During recording on "Memory Stick"

• You cannot use the PB ZOOM function.
• You cannot record data codes from tape.

Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture

Recording a moving picture from other equipment

Before operation

Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired programme.
The image of the other equipment is displayed on the screen.
(3) Follow step 3 on page 166.

Using the A/V connecting cable

Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video jack on the VCR or the TV.

If your TV or VCR has an S video jack

Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain high-quality pictures.

With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable.

Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures.

Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture

Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable)

The “☐” flashes in the following instances. If this happens, eject and insert “Memory Stick” again, and record distortion-free images.

• When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that has been repeatedly used for dubbing
• When attempting to input images that are distorted due to poor radio wave reception when a TV tuner unit is in use

During recording on "Memory Stick"

Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound is not recorded on the “Memory Stick.”

Примечание

Superimposing a still picture in a "Memory Stick" on a moving picture - MEMORY MIX

You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on a “Memory Stick” on the top of the moving picture you are recording.

M. CHROM (Memory chromakey)

You can swap a blue area of a still image such as an illustration or a frame with a moving picture.

M. LUMI (Memory luminancekey)

You can swap a brighter area of a still image such as a handwritten illustration or title with a moving picture. Record a title on a “Memory Stick” before a trip or event for convenience.

C. CHROM (Camera chromakey)

You can superimpose a moving picture on the top of a still image such as an image can be used as background. Shoot the subject against a blue background. The blue area of the moving picture will be swapped with a still image.

M. OVERLAP (Memory overlap)

You can make a moving picture fade in on top of a still image.

Superimposing a still picture in a "Memory Stick" on a moving picture - MEMORY MIX

Before operation

• Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder.
• Insert a recorded “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY.

Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.

(2) Press MEMORY MIX in the standby mode. The last recorded still image on “Memory Stick” appears on the lower part of the screen as a thumbnail image.

(3) Press MEMORY+/- to select the still image you want to superimpose. To see the previous image, press MEMORY -. To see the next image, press MEMORY+.

(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired mode.

The mode changes as follows: M. CHROM M. LUMI C. CHROM M. OVERLAP

(5) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The still image is superimposed on the moving picture. Your camcorder automatically returns to the standby mode.

(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect.

(7) Press START/STOP in CAMERA mode, or press PHOTO in MEMORY mode to start recording.

Superimposing a still picture in a "Memory Stick" on a moving picture - MEMORY MIX

graph TD
    A["3: Negative Input"] --> B["2: Memory Mix"]
    B --> C["4: Display with M. LUM Brand Image"]
    C --> D["5: Happy Birthday 100-0021"]
    D --> E["6: Display with M. LUM Brand Image"]

Items to be adjusted

M. CHROM	The colour (blue) scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture
M. LUMI	The colour (bright) scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture
C. CHROM	The colour (blue) scheme of the area in the moving picture which is to be swapped with a still image
M. OVERLAP	No adjustment necessary

The fewer bars there are on the screen, the stronger the effect.

Superimposing a still picture in a "Memory Stick" on a moving picture - MEMORY MIX

To change the still image to be superimposed

Do either of the following:

• Press MEMORY+/- before step 6.
• Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial before step 6, and repeat the procedure from step 3. (Except for M. OVERLAP)

To change the mode setting

Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial before step 6, and repeat the procedure from step 4.

To cancel MEMORY MIX

Press MEMORY MIX.

Notes

• You cannot use MEMORY MIX function for moving pictures recorded on “Memory Stick”s.
• When the overlapping still image has a large amount of white, the thumbnail image of the picture may not be clear.

The "Memory Stick" supplied with your camcorder has stored 20 images

• For M. CHROM : 18 images (such as a frame) 100-0001 \~ 100-0018
• For C. CHROM: 2 images (such as a background) 100-0019 \~ 100-0020

Sample images

Sample images stored in the “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder are protected (p.194).

Image data modified with personal computers or shot with other equipment

You may not be able to play them back with your camcorder.

When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY

You cannot select M. OVERLAP.

During recording

You cannot change the mode setting.

If you use MEMORY MIX in MEMORY mode PROGRAM AE does not work. The icon flashes.

Copying still images from a tape - Photo save

Using the search function, you can automatically take in only still images from tapes and record them on a “Memory Stick” in sequence.

Before operation

• Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape.
• Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Press MENU to display the menu.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PHOTO SAVE, then press the dial. PHOTO BUTTON appears on the screen.
(5) Press PHOTO firmly. The still image from the tape is recorded on a “Memory Stick.” The number of still images copied is displayed. END is displayed when copying is completed.

Copying still images from a tape - Photo save

To stop or end copying

Press MENU.

When the memory of the "Memory Stick" is full

MEMORY FULL appears on the screen, and the copying stops. Insert another “Memory Stick” and repeat the procedure from step 2.

Image size of still images

Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480.

When the access lamp is lit or flashing

Do not shake or strike your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject a "Memory Stick" or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur.

If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK

NOT READY appears when you select the item in the menu settings.

When you change "Memory Stick"s in the middle of copying

Your camcorder resumes copying from the last image recorded on the previous “Memory Stick.”

Viewing a still picture - Memory photo playback

You can play back still images recorded on a "Memory Stick." You can also play back 6 images including moving pictures in order at a time by selecting the index screen.

Before operation

Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Press MEMORY PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed.
(3) Press MEMORY +/- to select the desired still image. To see the previous image, press MEMORY -. To see the next image, press MEMORY +.

To stop memory photo playback

Press MEMORY PLAY.

Note

You may not be able to play back images with your camcorder:

• when playing back an image data to be modified with personal computers.
• when playing back an image data shot with other equipment.

Notes on the file name

• The directory is not displayed if the structure of the directory does not conform to the DCF98 standard.
• “☑ O— DIRECTORY ERROR” may appear on the screen if the structure of the directory does not conform to the DCF98 standard. While this message appears, you can play back images but cannot record them on the “Memory Stick”.
• The file name flashes on the screen if the file is corrupted or the file is unreadable.

To play back recorded images on a TV screen

• Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before operation.
• When operating memory photo playback on a TV or on the LCD screen, the image quality may appear to have deteriorated. This is not a malfunction. The image data is as good as ever.
• Turn the audio volume of the TV down before operation, or noise (howling) may be output from the TV speakers.

Recording data

When you press DATA CODE, you can see the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded). Recording data are also recorded on “Memory Stick.”

When no image is recorded on the "Memory Stick"

The message “NO FILE” appears.

Screen indicators during still image playback

Total number of recorded images/

Номер изображения/

Playing back 6 recorded images at a time (index screen)

You can play back 6 recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful when searching for a particular image.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Press MEMORY INDEX to display the index screen.

A red ▶ mark appears above the image that is displayed before changing to the index screen mode.

MEMORY - : to display the previous 6 images MEMORY + : to display the following 6 images

To return to the normal playback screen (single screen)

Press MEMORY +/- to move the ▶ mark to the image you want to display on full screen, then press MEMORY PLAY.

Viewing a still picture - Memory photo playback

Note

When displaying the index screen, the number appears above each image. This indicates the order in which images are recorded on the “Memory Stick.” These numbers are different from the data file names (p. 144).

Image data modified with personal computers or shot with other equipment

These files may not be displayed on the index screen.

Viewing a moving picture - MPEG movie playback

You can play back moving pictures recorded on a "Memory Stick." You can also play back 6 images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen.

Before operation

Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Press MEMORY PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed.
(3) Press MEMORY +/- to select the desired moving pictures. To see the previous picture, press MEMORY -. To see the next picture, press MEMORY +.
(4) Press MPEG ▶ II to start playback.

You may not be able to play back images with your camcorder:

• when playing back an image data to be modified with personal computers.
• when playing back an image data shot with other equipment.

Примечание

To play back recorded images on a TV screen

• Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before operation.
• Turn the audio volume of the TV down before operation, or noise (howling) may be output from the TV speakers.

Recording data

When you press DATA CODE, you can see the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded).

When no image is recorded on the "Memory Stick"

The message “NO FILE” appears.

Screen indicators during moving picture playback

Viewing images using your computer

You can view data recorded on the “Memory Stick” using your computer.

On file format

Data recorded on the “Memory Stick” is stored in the following formats. Make sure that applications that support these file formats are installed on your computer.

• Still images:
  JPEG format
• Moving images/audio:
  MPEG format

ActiveMovie Player (DirectShow) must be installed (to play back moving pictures). QuickTime 3.2 or newer must be installed (to play back moving pictures).

Application software

For details on the application software supplied with this unit, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the CD-ROM.

Recommended USB connection environment

Recommended Windows environment

OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE,
Windows Me or Windows 2000
Professional standard installation is required.
However, operation is not assured if the above environment is upgraded OS.

CPU: MMX Pentium 200 MHz or faster The USB connector must be provided as standard.

Recommended Macintosh environment

Macintosh computer with the Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 standard installation

However, note that the update to Mac OS 9.0 should be used for the following models.

• iMac with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation and a slot loading type CD-ROM drive
• iBook or G4 with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation

The USB connector must be provided as standard.

• Operations are not guaranteed for either the Windows or Macintosh environment if you connect 2 or more USB equipment to a single computer at the same time, or when using a hub.
• Depending on the type of USB equipment that is used simultaneously, some equipment may not operate.
• Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above.
• All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered tardemarks of their respective companies.
• Furthermore, “TM” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.

Installing the USB driver

Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is contained together with application software for viewing images on a CD-ROM which is supplied with your camcorder.

For Windows 98/98SE, Windows 2000, Windows Me users

(1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load.
(2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
(3) Launch the application programme on CD-ROM. After a moment, the dialog box appears on your desktop. Set the cursor on “USB Driver Installation for Windows 98/98SE/2000/Me” and click.
(4) The Setup programme starts. Complete the installation on CD-ROM.
(5) Connect the USB jack on your camcorder with the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable.
(6) Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder, connect the AC power adaptor and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. USB MODE appears on the screen of your camcorder. Your computer recognises the camcorder, and the Windows Add Hardware Wizard starts.
(7) The Add Hardware Wizard starts twice because 2 different USB drivers are installed. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting it.

You cannot install the USB driver if a “Memory Stick” is not in your camcorder.

Be sure to insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder before installing the USB driver.

For Macintosh users

(1) Turn on your computer and allow the Mac OS to load.
(2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
(3) Double-click the CD-ROM drive icon to open the window.
(4) Double-click the icon of the hard disk containing the OS to open the window.
(5) Move the following 2 files from the window opened in step 3 to the System Folder icon in the window opened in step 4 (drag and drop).
- Sony Camcorder USB Driver
- Sony Camcorder USB Shim
(6) When “Put these items into the Extensions folder?” appears, click OK.
(7) Restart your computer.

Примечание

(1) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows 98 to load.
(2) Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your computer.
(3) Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall socket.
(4) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. USB MODE appears on the screen of the camcorder.
(5) Open “My Computer” on Windows 98 and double click the newly recognised drive. (Example: “Removable Disk (D:)”) The folders inside the “Memory Stick” are displayed.
(6) Select and double-click the desired image file from the folder. For the detailed folder and file name, see "Image file storage destinations and image files" (p. 187).

* Copying a file to the hard disk of your computer before viewing it is recommended. If you play back the file directly from the “Memory Stick”, the image and sound may break off.

Unplug the USB cable/Eject the "Memory Stick"

To unplug the USB cable or eject the “Memory Stick”, follow the procedure below.

For Windows 2000 / Windows Me users

(1) Move the cursor to the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon on the Task Tray and click to cancel the applicable drive.
(2) A message to remove the device from the system appears, then unplug the USB cable or eject the “Memory Stick.”

For Macintosh users

(1) Quit application programmes opened. Make sure that the access lamp of the hard disk is not lit.
(2) Drag and drop the “Memory Stick” icon to the Trash or select Eject under the Special menu.
(3) Eject the “Memory Stick.”

Notes on using your computer

"Memory Stick"

• “Memory Stick” operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if the “Memory Stick” has been formatted on your computer.
• Do not optimise the “Memory Stick” on a Windows machine. This will shorten the “Memory Stick” life.
• Do not compress the data on the “Memory Stick.” Compressed files cannot be played back on your camcorder.

Software

• Depending on your application software, the file size may increase when you open a still image file.
• When you load an image modified using a retouch software from your computer to the camcorder or when you directly modify the image on the camcorder, the image format will differ so a file error indicator may appear and you may be unable to open the file.

Communications with your computer

Communications between your camcorder and your computer may not recover after recovering from Suspend, Resume, or Sleep.

Viewing images using your computer

Image file storage destinations and image files

Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the file names are as follows. □□□□ stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999.

For Windows 98 users (The drive recognising the camcorder is [D:])

Desktop My Computer 3½ Floppy (A:) Windows 98 (C:) Removable Disk (D:) Dcim 100msdcf Mssony Moml0001

Copying the image recorded on "Memory Stick"s to tapes

You can copy images or titles recorded on "Memory Stick" and record them to a tape.

Before operation

• Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder.
• Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
(2) Using the video control buttons, search a point where you want to record the desired images. Set the tape to playback pause.
(3) Press ● REC and the button on its right simultaneously on your camcorder. The tape is set to the recording pause mode.
(4) Press MEMORY PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed.
(5) Press MEMORY +/- to select the desired image. To see the previous image, press MEMORY -. To see the next image, press MEMORY +.
(6) Press to start recording and press again to stop.
(7) If you have more to copy, repeat steps 4 and 6.

To stop copying in the middle

Press ■.

Copying the image recorded on "Memory Stick"s to tapes

During copying

You cannot operate the following buttons:

• MEMORY PLAY
• MEMORY INDEX
• MEMORY DELETE
• MEMORY +/-
• MEMORY MIX

Note on the index screen

You cannot record the index screen.

If you press EDITSEARCH during pause mode Memory playback stops.

Image data modified with personal computers or shot with other equipment

You may not be able to copy them with your camcorder.

If you press DISPLAY during recording or in recording standby mode

You can see memory playback and the file name indicators in addition to the indicators pertinent to tapes, such as the time code indicator.

Enlarging still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s – Memory PB ZOOM

You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can select and view the desired part from the enlarged still image. Also, you can copy the desired part of the enlarged still image to tapes or “Memory Sticks.”

Before operation

Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.

(2) In the memory playback mode, press PB ZOOM on your camcorder. The still image is enlarged, and appear on the screen.

(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to move the enlarged image, then press the dial.

↑: The image moves downwards.

↓: The image moves upwards.

(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to move the enlarged image, then press the dial.

→: The image moves leftward. (Turn the dial upwards.)

←: The image moves rightward. (Turn the dial downwards.)

(5) Adjust the zoom ratio by the power zoom lever.

W : Decreases the zoom ratio.

T : Increases the zoom ratio.

Enlarging still images recorded on "Memory Stick"s - Memory PB ZOOM

In the PB ZOOM mode

The digital effect function does not work.

The PB ZOOM function is cancelled when the following buttons are pressed:

• MENU
• MEMORY PLAY
• MEMORY INDEX
• MEMORY +/-

Moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick"s The PB ZOOM function does not work on moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick"s.

Pictures processed by MEMORY MIX function in MEMORY mode

The PB ZOOM function does not work on pictures processed by MEMORY MIX function in MEMORY mode.

To record an image processed by PB ZOOM on "Memory Stick"s

Press the PHOTO button to record the image processed by PB ZOOM. (The image size becomes 640 × 480 ).

Playing back images in a continuous loop - SLIDE SHOW

You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation.

Before operation

Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Press MENU to display the menu.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SLIDE SHOW, then press the dial.
(5) Press MEMORY PLAY. Your camcorder plays back the images recorded on a “Memory Stick” in sequence.

To stop the slide show

Press MENU.

To pause during a slide show

Press MEMORY PLAY.

Playing back images in a continuous loop - SLIDE SHOW

To start the slide show from a particular image

Select the desired image using MEMORY +/- buttons before step 2.

To view the recorded images on TV

Connect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before operation.

If you change the "Memory Stick" during operation

The slide show does not operate. If you change the “Memory Stick,” be sure to follow the steps again from the beginning.

To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images.

Before operation

Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Select the image you want to protect.
(3) Press MENU to display the menu.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PROTECT, then press the dial.
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.
(7) Press MENU to make the menu display disappear. The “○—” mark is displayed beside the data file name of the selected image.

3,7 MENU 4 5 MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET PRINT MARK PROTECT C SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL ETC FORMAT

To cancel image protection

Select OFF in step 6, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

Formatting erases all information on the “Memory Stick,” including the protected image data. Check the contents of the “Memory Stick” before formatting.

If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK

You cannot carry out image protection.

You can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.” You can delete all images or selected images.

Deleting selected images

Before operation

Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Select the image you want to delete.
(3) Press MEMORY DELETE. "DELETE?" appears on the screen.
(4) Press MEMORY DELETE again. The selected image is deleted.

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    A["PLAY"] --> B["POWER"]
    B --> C["LOCK"]
    C --> D["DELETE"]
    D --> E["DELETE?"]
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To cancel deleting an image

Press MEMORY - in step 4.

To delete an image displayed on the index screen

Press MEMORY +/- to move the ▶ indicator to the desired image you want to delete and follow steps 3 and 4.

Notes

• To delete a protected image, first cancel image protection.
• Once you delete an image, you cannot restore it. Check the images to delete carefully before deleting them.

If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK

You cannot delete images.

Deleting all the images

You can delete all the unprotected images in a "Memory Stick."

Before operation

Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Press MENU to display the menu.
(3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select DELETE ALL, then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial. OK changes to EXECUTE.
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. DELETING appears on the screen. When all the unprotected images are deleted, COMPLETE is displayed.

Technical line drawing of a video camera housing (no text or symbols)

2

3

Diagram showing a curved object transforming into a rectangular shape, with no text or symbols present.

MEMORY SET
M STILL SET
MOVIE SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
SLIDE SHOW
DELETE ALL
ETC FORMAT
210 FORMAT D PRETURN

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MEMORY SET
STILL SET
MOVIE SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PROTECT SLIDE SHOW
3LIDE SHOW DELETE ALL READY
DELETE ALL READY
FORMAT
→RETURN

MEMORY SET
W STILL SET
MOVIE SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PROTECT SLIDE SHOW
3LIDE SHOW DELETE ALL RETURN
DELETE ALL RE
ETC FORMAT
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5

MEMORY SET
STILL SET
MOVIE SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PROTECT SLIDE
3LIDE SHOW DELETE ALL
DELETE ALL RETURN FORMAT 24
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→RETURN

MEMORY SET
W STILL SET
MOVIE SET
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
PROTECT SLIDE SHOW
3LIDE SHOW DELETE ALL RETURN
DELETE ALL RETURN FORMAT EXECUTE
ETC FORMAT
→ RETURN

6

MEMORY SET
STILL SET
MOYLE SET
MOVTE SET PRINT MARK
PRINT M PROTECT
PROTECT SLIDE SHOW
SLIDE SHOW
DELETE ALL DELETTING-
ETC FORMAT
→ RETURN

MEMORY SET
W STILL SET
MOYLE SET
MOVTE SET PRINT MARK
PRINT PROTEC
PROTECT SLIDE SHOW
SLIDE SHOW
DELETE ALL COMPLETE
ETC FORMAT
→ RETURN

To cancel deleting all the images in the "Memory Stick"

Select RETURN in step 5, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

While DELETING appears

Do not turn the POWER switch or press any buttons.

You can specify the recorded still image to print out by putting marks. This function is useful for printing out still images later.

Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out.

Before operation

Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the left (unlock) position.
(2) Select the still image you want to write a print mark on.
(3) Press MENU to display the menu.
(4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ☐, then press the dial.
(5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PRINT MARK, then press the dial.
(6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial.
(7) Press MENU to make the menu display disappear. The print mark “☐” is displayed beside the data file name of the image.

Diagram showing a curved structure transforming into a simplified version of a bent pipe (no text or symbols)

5

MEMORY SET 10/12 W STILL SET MOVIE SET PRINT MARK OFF PROTECT SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL ETC FORMAT RETURN [MENU]:END

MEMORY SET 10/12 STILL SET MOVIE SET PRINT MARK ON PROTECT OFF SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL ETC FORMAT RETURN [MENU]:END

6

Diagram showing a curved object with directional arrows, no text or symbols present

MEMORY SET 10/12 W STILL SET MOVIE SET PRINT MARK ON PROTECT SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL ETC FORMAT RETURN [MENU]:END

Writing a print mark - PRINT MARK

To cancel writing print marks

Select OFF in step 6, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

If the write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK

You cannot write print marks on still images.

Moving pictures

You cannot write print marks on moving pictures.

While the file name is flashing

You cannot write a print mark on the still image.

Запись знака печати

You can use the printer (optional) on your camcorder to print images on the print paper. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer.

There are various ways of printing still images. The following, however, describes how to print by selecting 📄 in the menu on your camcorder.

Before operation

• Insert a recorded “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.
• Connect the printer to your camcorder as illustrated.

You can print 9 still images on the 9 split print paper. Select the desired mode in the menu settings.

SAME PICS

Grid of nine identical grayscale portrait photos arranged in 3x3 grid (no text or symbols)

* 9 still images with print marks are printed together.

You can make prints with the recording date and/or recording time. Select the desired mode in the menu settings.

DATE

4 7 2001

Grid of nine black-and-white photos showing people in various settings including animals, landscapes, and daily activities (no text or symbols visible)

Images recorded in multi screen mode

You cannot print images recorded in multi screen mode on sticker type print paper.

Moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick" You cannot print moving pictures recorded on "Memory Stick".

Types of trouble and their solutions

If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility. If “C:□□:□□” appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 209.

In the recording mode

Symptom	Cause and/or Corrective Actions
START/STOP does not operate.	The POWER switch is not set to CAMERA. Set it to CAMERA. (p. 26)The tape has run out. Rewind the tape or insert a new one. (p. 24, 42)The write-protect tab is set to expose the red mark. Use a new tape or slide the tab. (p. 24)The tape is stuck to the drum (moisture condensation). Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatise. (p. 229)
The power goes off.	While being operated in CAMERA mode, your camcorder has been in the standby mode for more than 5 minutes. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and then to CAMERA. (p. 26)The battery pack is dead or nearly dead. Install a charged battery pack. (p. 18)
The image on the viewfinder screen is not clear.	The viewfinder lens is not adjusted. Adjust the viewfinder lens. (p. 30)
The SteadyShot function does not work.	STEADYSHOT is set to OFF in the menu settings. Set it to ON. (p. 130)
The autofocusing function does not work.	The setting is the manual focus mode. Press FOCUS to set to the auto focus mode. (p. 69)Shooting conditions are not suitable for autofocus. Adjust to focus manually. (p. 69)
The picture does not appear in the viewfinder.	The LCD panel is open. Close the LCD panel. (p. 28)
A vertical band appears when you shoot a subject such as lights or a candle flame against a dark background.	The contrast between the subject and background is too high. Your camcorder is not a malfunction.
A vertical band appears when you shoot a very bright subject.	Your camcorder is not a malfunction.
Some tiny white spots appear on the screen.	Slow shutter, low lux or Super NightShot mode is activated. This is not a malfunction.
An unknown picture is displayed on the screen.	If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the menu settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. Insert a cassette and the demonstration stops.You can also cancel DEMO MODE. (p. 135)
The picture is recorded in incorrect or unnatural colours.	• NIGHTSHOT is set to ON.→ Set it to OFF. (p. 34)
The picture appears too bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen.	• NIGHTSHOT is set to ON in a bright place.→ Set it to OFF. (p. 34)
The click of the shutter does not sound.	• BEEP is set to OFF in the menu settings.→ Set it to MELODY or NORMAL. (p. 136)
Black bands appear when you record TV or computer screen.	→ Set the STEADYSHOT in the menu settings to OFF. (p. 130)
An external flash (optional) does not work.	• The power of the external flash is off or the power source is not installed.→ Turn on the external flash or install the power source.• Two or more external flashes (optional) are attached.→ Only one external flash (optional) can be attached.

In the playback mode

Symptom	Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The tape does not move when a video control button is pressed.	The POWER switch is not set to VCR.→ Set it to VCR. (p. 39)
The playback button does not work.	The tape has run out.→ Rewind the tape. (p. 42)
There are horizontal lines on the picture or the playback picture is not clear or does not appear.	The video head may be dirty.→ Clean the heads using the cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 230)
No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape.	The volume is turned to minimum.→ Turn up the volume. (p. 39)AUDIO MIX is set to ST2 in the menu settings.→ Adjust AUDIO MIX. (p. 131)
Displaying the recorded date, date search function does not work.	The tape has no cassette memory.→ Use a tape with cassette memory. (p. 84)CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the menu settings.→ Set it to ON. (p. 134)The tape has a blank portion in the recorded portion. (p. 85)
The title search function does not work.	The tape has no cassette memory.→ Use a tape with cassette memory. (p. 82)CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the menu settings.→ Set it to ON. (p. 134)There is no title in the tape.→ Superimpose the titles. (p. 121)The tape has a blank portion in the recorded portion. (p. 83)
The new sound added to the recorded tape is not heard.	AUDIO MIX is set to ST1 side in the menu settings.→ Adjust AUDIO MIX. (p. 131)
The title is not displayed.	TITLE DSPL is set to OFF in the menu settings.→ Set it to ON. (p. 134)

In the recording and playback modes

Symptom	Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The power does not turn on.	The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead.→ Install a charged battery pack. (p. 17, 18)The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall socket.→ Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall socket. (p. 21)
The end search function does not work.	The tape was ejected after recording when using a tape without cassette memory. (p. 37)You have not recorded on the new cassette yet. (p. 37)
The end search function does not work correctly.	The tape has a blank portion in the beginning or middle. (p. 38)
The battery pack is quickly discharged.	The operating temperature is too low.The battery pack is not fully charged.→ Charge the battery pack fully again. (p. 18)The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged.→ Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 17)
The battery remaining indicator does not indicate the correct time.	You have used the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold environment for a long time.The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged.→ Replace with a new battery pack. (p. 17)The battery is not fully charged.→ Charge the battery pack fully again. (p. 18)A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time.→ Charge the battery fully. (p. 18)
The power goes off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate.	A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time.→ Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is correct.
The cassette cannot be removed from the holder.	The power source is disconnected.→ Connect it firmly. (p. 17, 21)The battery is dead.→ Use a charged battery pack. (p. 17, 18)
The ▲ and ▲ indicators flash and no functions except for cassette ejection work.	Moisture condensation has occurred.Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatise. (p. 229)
CIII indicator does not appear when using a tape with cassette memory.	The gold-plated connector of the tape is dirty or dusty.→ Clean the gold-plated connector. (p. 223)
Remaining tape indicator is not displayed.	The REMAIN is set to AUTO in the menu settings.→ Set it to ON to always display the remaining tape indicator. (p. 134)

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When operating using the "Memory Stick"

Symptom	Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The “Memory Stick” does not function.	The POWER switch is not set to MEMORY.→ Set it to MEMORY. (p. 153)The “Memory Stick” is not inserted.→ Insert a “Memory Stick”. (p. 146)
Recording does not function.	The “Memory Stick” has already been recorded to its full capacity.→ Delete unnecessary images and record again. (p. 196)The “Memory Stick” formatted incorrectly is inserted.→ Format the “Memory Stick” or use another “Memory Stick.” (p. 133)The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK.→ Release the lock. (p. 144)
The image cannot be deleted.	The image is protected.→ Cancel image protection. (p. 194)The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK.→ Release the lock. (p. 144)
You cannot format the “Memory Stick”.	The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK.→ Release the lock. (p. 144)
Deleting all the images cannot be carried out.	The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK.→ Release the lock. (p. 144)
You cannot protect the image.	The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK.→ Release the lock. (p. 144)The image to protect is not be played back.→ Press MEMORY PLAY to play back the image. (p. 176)
You cannot write a print mark on the still image.	The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK.→ Release the lock. (p. 144)The image to write a print mark is not be played back.→ Press MEMORY PLAY to play back the image. (p. 176)
The photo save function does not work.	The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK.→ Release the lock. (p. 144)The battery pack is dead.→ Install a charged battery pack or use the AC power adaptor.

Others

Symptom	Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The title is not recorded.	The tape has no cassette memory.→ Use a tape with cassette memory. (p. 121)The cassette memory is full.Erase unnecessary titles. (p. 124)The tape is set to prevent accidental erasure.Slide the write-protect tab so that red portion is not visible. (p. 25)The tape has a blank portion in the recorded portion.Superimpose the title to the recorded position. (p. 122)
The cassette label is not recorded.	The tape has no cassette memory.Use a tape with cassette memory. (p. 127)The cassette memory is full.Erase unnecessary data. (p. 128)The tape is set to prevent accidental erasure.Slide the write-protect tab so that red portion is not visible. (p. 25)
Digital program editing does not function.	The input selector on the VCR is not set correctly.Check the connection and set the input selector on the VCR again. (p. 89, 90)The camcorder is connected to DV equipment of other than Sony.Set it to IR. (p. 95)Setting programme on a blank portion of the tape is attempted.Set the program again on a recorded portion. (p. 103)The camcorder and the VCR are not synchronised.Adjust the synchronicity. (p. 101)
The Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder does not work.	COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu settings.Set it to ON. (p. 136)Something is blocking the infrared rays.Remove the obstacle.The batteries are inserted in the battery holder with the + - polarities incorrectly matching the + - marks.Insert the batteries with the correct polarity. (p. 246)The batteries are dead.Insert new ones. (p. 246)
The picture from a TV or VCR does not appear even when your camcorder is connected to output on the TV or VCR.	Display is set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings.Set it to LCD. (p. 136)

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Symptom	Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The melody or beep sounds for 5 seconds.	Moisture condensation has occurred.Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatise. (p. 229)Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder.Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder.
While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window.	The battery pack is not properly installed.Install it properly.Something is wrong with the battery pack.Contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility.
You cannot charge the battery pack.	The POWER switch is not set to OFF (CHG).Set it to OFF (CHG).
No function works though the power is on.	Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery, then reconnect it in about one minute. Turn the power on. If the functions still do not work, open the LCD panel and press the RESET button at bottom left of recording button using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press the RESET button, all the settings including the date and time return to the default.) (p. 10, 243)
When you set the POWER switch to VCR or OFF (CHG), if you move your camcorder, you may hear a clatter sound from inside your camcorder.	Your camcorder is not a malfunction.

Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function.

This function displays the current condition of your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of a letter and figures) on the screen or in the display window. If a 5-digit code is displayed, check the following code chart. The last 2 digits (indicated by □□) will differ depending on the state of your camcorder.

LCD screen, Viewfinder or Display window

-C:21:00

Self-diagnosis display

• C: □□: □□

You can service your camcorder yourself.

• E: □□: □□

Contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility.

Five-digit display	Cause and/or Corrective Actions
C:04:□□	You are using a battery pack that is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.→ Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.
C:21:□□	Moisture condensation has occurred.→ Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatise. (p. 229)
C:22:□□	The video heads are dirty.→ Clean the heads using the cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 230)
C:31:□□	A malfunction other than the above that you can service has occurred.→ Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder.→ Disconnect the mains lead of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery pack. After reconnecting the power source, operate your camcorder.
C:32:□□
E:61:□□	A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred.→ Contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code. (example: E:61:10)
E:62:□□
E:91:□□

If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility.

If indicators and messages appear on the screen, check the following: See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information.

Warning indicators

100-0001 C:21:00

100-0001 Warning indicator as to file Slow flashing:

• The file is corrupted.
• The file is unreadable.
• You are trying to carry out MEMORY MIX function on moving picture.

C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display (p. 209).

The battery is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing:

- The battery is nearly dead. Depending on the operating conditions, environment and battery condition, the indicator may flash, even if there are approximately 5 to 10 minutes remaining.

Fast flashing:

- The battery is dead.

Moisture condensation has occurred*

Fast flashing:

- Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about 1 hour with the cassette compartment open (p. 229).

Warning indicator as to cassette memory*

Slow flashing:

- No tape with cassette memory is inserted (p. 221).

Warning indicator as to "Memory Stick"*

Slow flashing:

- No "Memory Stick" is inserted.

Fast flashing:

• The “Memory Stick” is not readable with your camcorder (p. 144).
• The image cannot be recorded on “Memory Stick” (p. 167).

Warning indicator as to "Memory Stick" formatting

Fast flashing:

• “Memory Stick” is not formatted correctly (p. 133).
• The “Memory Stick” data is corrupted.*

Warning indicator as to tape

Slow flashing:

• The tape is near the end.
- No tape is inserted.*
- The write-protect tab on the cassette is out (red) (p. 25).*

Fast flashing:

- The tape has run out.*

▲ You need to eject the cassette*

Slow flashing:

- The write-protect tab on the cassette is out (red) (p. 25).

Fast flashing:

• Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 229).
  • The tape has run out.
• The self-diagnosis display function is activated (p. 209).

The still image is protected*

Slow flashing:

- The still image is protected (p. 194).

⚠ Warning indicator as to the flash Slow flashing:

- During charging.

Fast flashing :

• The self-diagnosis display function is activated (p. 209).*
• There is something wrong with the built-in flash or the external flash (optional).

* You hear the melody or beep sound.

Warning messages

CLOCK SET	Set the date and time (p. 22).
FOR “InfoLITHIUM”BATTERY ONLY	Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 18).
CLEANING CASSETTE**	The video heads are dirty (p. 230).
FULL	The tape cassette memory is full.*
16BIT	AUDIO MODE is set to 16BIT (p. 134).* You cannot dub new sound.
REC MODE	REC MODE is set to LP (p. 134).* You cannot dub new sound.
TAPE	There is no recorded portion on the tape.* You cannot dub new sound.
“i.LINK” CABLE	i.LINK cable is connected (p. 111).* You cannot dub new sound.
FULL	The “Memory Stick” is full (p. 157).*
	The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK (p. 144).*
NO FILE	No still image is recorded on the “Memory Stick” (p. 177).*
NO MEMORY STICK	No “Memory Stick” is inserted.*
AUDIO ERROR	You are trying to record an image with sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder on “Memory Stick”.*
NO STILL IMAGE FILE	There is no still image when trying to print on the 9 split print paper in MEMORY mode.
MEMORY STICK ERROR	The “Memory Stick” data is corrupted (p. 146).*
FORMAT ERROR	The “Memory Stick” is not recognised. Check the format (p. 133).*
DIRECTORY ERROR	There are more than two same directories (p. 177).*
COPY INHIBIT	The tape contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software (p. 222).*
TAPE END	The tape has reached the end of the tape.*
NO TAPE	Insert a cassette tape.*
DELETING	You have pressed PHOTO during deleting all images on “Memory Stick.”
FORMATTING	You have pressed PHOTO during formatting a “Memory Stick.”

* You hear the melody or beep sound.

** The ✗ indicator and “ 📁 CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another on the screen.

Selecting cassette types

You can use the ^Mini DV mini DV cassette only*. You cannot use any other 8 8 mm, Hi 8 Hi8, Digital8, VHS VHS, VHSC VHSC, SVHS S-VHS, SVHSC S-VHSC, Betamax, or DV DV cassette.

* There are two types of cassettes: with cassette memory and without cassette memory. Tapes with cassette memory have CIII (Cassette Memory) mark.

We recommend that you use the tape with cassette memory.

The IC memory is mounted on this type of cassette. Your camcorder can read and write data such as dates of recording or titles, etc. to this memory.

The functions using the cassette memory require successive signals recorded on the tape. If the tape has a blank portion in the beginning or between the recorded portions, a title may not be displayed properly or the search functions may not work properly. Not to make any blank portion on the tape, operate the followings.

Press END SEARCH to go to the end of the recorded portion before you begin the next recording if you operate the followings: - you have ejected the cassette while recording. - you have played back the tape in the VCR. - you have used the edit search function. If there is a blank portion or discontinuous signal on your tape, re-record from the beginning to the end of the tape concerning above.

The same result may occur when you record using a digital video camera recorder without a cassette memory function on a tape recorded by one with the cassette memory function.

CIII4K mark on the cassette

The memory capacity of tapes marked with CIII4K is 4KB. Your camcorder can accommodate tapes having a memory capacity of up to 16KB. 16KB tape is marked with CIII16K.

Mini DV Digital Video Cassette This is the mini DV mark.

Circuit Cassette Memory This is the Cassette Memory mark.

These are trademarks.

Using any other video camera recorder, you cannot record on tape that has recorded a copyright control signals for copyright protection of software which is played back on your camcorder.

When you record

You cannot record software on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software.

“COPY INHIBIT” appears on the LCD screen, in the viewfinder or on the TV screen if you try to record such software.

Your camcorder does not record copyright control signals on the tape when it records.

Audio mode

12-bit mode: The original sound can be recorded in stereo 1, and the new sound in stereo 2 in 32 kHz. The balance between stereo 1 and stereo 2 can be adjusted by selecting AUDIO MIX in the menu settings during playback. Both sounds can be played back.

16-bit mode: A new sound cannot be recorded but the original sound can be recorded in high quality. Moreover, it can also play back sound recorded in 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz. When playing back a tape recorded in the 16-bit mode, 16BIT indicator appears on the screen.

When you play back a dual sound track tape

When you play back a dual sound track tape recorded in a stereo system, set HiFi SOUND to the desired mode in the menu settings (p. 131).

Sound from speaker

HiFi SOUND mode	Playing back a stereo tape	Playing back a dual sound track tape
STEREO	Stereo	Main sound and sub sound
1	Left sound	Main sound
2	Right sound	Sub sound

You cannot record dual sound programmes on your camcorder.

Notes on the cassette

When affixing a label on the cassette

Be sure to affix a label only on the locations as illustrated below [a] so as not to cause malfunction of your camcorder.

After using the cassette

Rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it in an upright position.

When the cassette memory function does not work

Reinsert a cassette. The gold-plated connector of cassettes may be dirty or dusty.

Cleaning gold-plated connector

If the gold-plated connector of cassettes is dirty or dusty, you may not operate the function using cassette memory. Clean up the gold-plated connector with cotton-wool swab, about every 10 times ejection of a cassette. [b]

Illustration of a cassette tape with two leads and a central drive (no text or symbols)

[a]

Line drawing of a mechanical device with no visible text or symbols

[b]

About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack

What is the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack?

The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder and an AC power adaptor.

The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes.

Charging the battery pack

• Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder.
• We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10^ to 30^ (50 °F to 86 °F) until FULL appears in the display window, indicating that the battery pack is fully charged. If you charge the battery outside of this temperature range, you may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack.
• After charging is completed, either disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder or remove the battery pack.

Effective use of the battery pack

- Battery pack performance decreases in low-temperature surroundings. So, the time that the battery pack can be used becomes shorter. We recommend the following to use the battery pack longer:

- Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and insert it in your camcorder immediately before you start taking shots.

- Use the large capacity battery pack (NP-FM70/FM90/FM91, optional).

- Frequently using the LCD screen or frequently operating playback, fast forward or rewind wears out the battery pack faster. We recommend using the large capacity battery pack (NP-FM70/FM90/FM91, optional).

- Be certain to turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) when not taking shots or playing back on your camcorder.

- Have spare battery packs handy for two or three times the expected recording time, and make trial recordings before taking the actual recording.

- Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water resistant.

About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack

Remaining battery time indicator

• If the power may go off although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the remaining battery time indicator is correct. Note, however, that the correct battery indication sometimes will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time or left in a fully charged state, or the battery pack is frequently used. Regard the remaining battery time indication as the approximate shooting time.
• The ⏻ mark indicating there is little remaining battery time sometimes flashes depending on the operating conditions or ambient temperature and environment even if the remaining battery time is about five to ten minutes.

How to store the battery pack

• Even if the battery pack is not used for a long time, store it in a dry, cool place after fully charging it once per year and then using the battery pack up on your camcorder. This is to maintain the battery pack's functions.
• To use the battery pack up on your camcorder, leave your camcorder in the shooting mode until the power goes off without a cassette inserted.

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. Please buy a new battery pack.
• The battery life varies according to how it is stored and operating conditions and environment for each battery pack.

The DV jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output jack. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features.

What is i.LINK?

i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for controlling other equipment. i.LINK-compatible equipment can be connected by a single i.LINK cable. Possible applications are operations and data transactions with various digital AV equipment. When two or more i.LINK-compatible equipment are connected to this unit in a daisy chain, operations and data transactions are possible with not only the equipment that this unit is connected to but also with other devices via the directly connected equipment.

Note, however, that the method of operation sometimes varies according to the characteristics and specifications of the equipment to be connected, and that operations and data transactions are sometimes not possible on some connected equipment.

Note

Normally, only one piece of equipment can be connected to this unit by the i.LINK cable (DV cable). When connecting this unit to i.LINK-compatible equipment having two or more i.LINK jacks (DV jacks), refer to the instruction manual of the equipment to be connected.

About the Name "i.LINK"

i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardised by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.

О стандарте i.LINK

i.LINK's maximum baud rate varies according to the equipment. Three maximum baud rates are defined:

S100 (approx. 100Mbps*)

S200 (approx. 200Mbps)

S400 (approx. 400Mbps)

The baud rate is listed under “Specifications” in the instruction manual of each equipment. It is also indicated near the i.LINK jack on some equipment.

The maximum baud rate of equipment on which it is not indicated such as this unit is “S100”.

When units are connected to equipment having a different maximum baud rate, the baud rate sometimes differs from the indicated baud rate.

*What is Mbps?

Mbps stands for megabits per second, or the amount of data that can be sent or received in one second. For example, a baud rate of 100Mbps means that 100 megabits of data can be sent in one second.

i.LINK functions on this unit

For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment having DV jacks, see page 91, 100.

This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made by SONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment.

Before connecting this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer.

For details on precautions when connecting this unit, also refer to the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected.

Required i.LINK Cable

Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during DV dubbing).

i.LINK and i are trademarks.

Using your camcorder abroad

Using your camcorder abroad

You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

Your camcorder is an PAL system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an PAL system based TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO input jack. The following shows TV colour systems used overseas.

PAL system

Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Great Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, etc.

PAL-M system

Brazil

PAL-N system

Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay

NTSC system

Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.

SECAM system

Bulgaria, France, Guyana, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Poland, Russia, Ukraine, etc.

Simple setting of clock by time difference

You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference. Select WORLD TIME in the menu settings. See page 136 for more information.

Maintenance information and precautions

Moisture condensation

If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the indicator flashes. When the indicator flashes at the same time, the cassette is inserted in your camcorder. If moisture condenses on the lens, the indicator will not appear.

If moisture condensation occurred

None of the functions except cassette ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette compartment open. Your camcorder can be used again if the ▶ indicator does not appear when the power is turned on again.

Note on moisture condensation

Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a hot place as follows:

• You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device.
• You bring your camcorder from an air-conditioned car or room into a hot place outside.
• You use your camcorder after a squall or a shower.
• You use your camcorder in a high temperature and humidity place.

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 tightly seal it. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about one hour).

Maintenance information and precautions

Maintenance information

Cleaning the video head

To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads. The video head may be dirty when:

• mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture.
• playback pictures do not move.
• playback pictures do not appear.
• the ✗ indicator and “☑ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another or the ✗ indicator flashes on the screen during recording.

If the above problem, [a], [b] or [c] occurs, clean the video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM-12CLD cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning.

Black-and-white close-up of two white flowers with blurred petals and stems, no text or symbols visible

[b]

Black-and-white photo of striped fabric with cloud-like patterns and tree shadows (no text or symbols)

[c]

Solid gray rectangle with no visible text, symbols, or features.

If the video heads get dirtier, the entire screen becomes blue [c].

Cleaning the LCD screen

If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, we recommend using a LCD Cleaning Kit (optional) to clean the LCD screen.

Charging the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder

Your camcorder is supplied with a built-in rechargeable battery installed so as to retain the date and time, etc., regardless of the setting of the POWER switch. The built-in rechargeable battery is always charged as long as you are using your camcorder. The battery, however, will get discharged gradually if you do not use your camcorder. It will be completely discharged in about 4 months if you do not use your camcorder at all. Even if the built-in rechargeable battery is not charged, it will not affect the camcorder operation. To retain the date and time, etc., charge the battery if the battery is discharged.

Maintenance information and precautions

Charging the built-in rechargeable battery:

• Connect your camcorder to house current using the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the POWER switch turned off for more than 24 hours.
• Or install the fully charged battery pack in your camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the POWER switch turned off for more than 24 hours.

Precautions

Camcorder operation

• Operate your camcorder on 7.2V (battery pack) or 8.4V (AC power adaptor).
• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this operating instructions.
• If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further.
• Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
• Keep the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) when you are not using your camcorder.
• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for example, and operate it. Doing so might cause heat to build up inside.
• Keep your camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration.
• Do not touch the LCD screen with your fingers or a sharp-pointed object.
• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction.
• While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a malfunction.

On handling tapes

• Do not insert anything into the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes are used to sense the type and thickness of the tape and if the recording tab is in or out.
• Do not open the tape protect cover or touch the tape.
• Avoid touching or damaging the terminals. To remove dust, clean the terminals with a soft cloth.

Maintenance information and precautions

Camcorder care

• Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCR sections and play back a tape for about 3 minutes when your camcorder is not to be used for a long time.
• Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens, remove them with a soft cloth.
• Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the finish.
• Do not let sand get into your camcorder. When you use your camcorder on a sandy beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause your camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.

AC power adaptor

• Unplug the unit from the wall socket when you are not using the unit for a long time. To disconnect the mains lead, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the mains lead itself.
• Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged.
• Do not bend the mains lead forcibly, or place a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause fire or electrical shock.
• Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged.
• Always keep metal contacts clean.
• Do not disassemble the unit.
• Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit.
• While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video equipment. AM receivers and video equipment disturb AM reception and video operation.
• The unit becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
• Do not place the unit in locations that are:
  -Extremely hot or cold
• Dusty or dirty
• Very humid
• Vibrating

Maintenance information and precautions

About care and storage of the lens

- Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instance:

• When there are fingerprints on the lens surface
• In hot or humid locations
• When the lens is used in environments such as the seaside
• Store the lens in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust.

To prevent mold from occurring, periodically perform the above.

We recommend turning on and operating the video camera recorder about once per month to keep the video camera recorder in an optimum state for a long time.

Battery pack

• Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function.
• To prevent accident from a short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals.
• Keep the battery pack away from fire.
• Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60^ (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
• Keep the battery pack dry.
• Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
• Do not disassemble nor modify the battery pack.
• Attach the battery pack to the video equipment securely.

Notes on dry batteries

To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following:

• Be sure to insert the batteries with the + - polarities matched to the + - marks.
  – Dry batteries are not rechargeable.
• Do not use a combination of new and old batteries.
• Do not use different types of batteries.
• Current flows from batteries when you are not using them for a long time.
• Do not use leaking batteries.

Maintenance information and precautions

If batteries are leaking

• Wipe off the liquid in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the batteries.
• If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water.
• If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor.

If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer.

Video camera recorder

System

Video recording system

2 rotary heads

Helical scanning system

Audio recording system

Rotary heads, PCM system

Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits

(Fs 48 kHz, stereo)

Video signal

PAL colour, CCIR standards

Usable cassette

Mini DV cassette with the MiniDV

mark printed

Tape speed

SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s

LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s

Recording/playback time (using cassette DVM60)

SP: 1 hour

LP: 1.5 hours

Fastforward/rewind time (using cassette DVM60)

Approx. 2 min. and 30 seconds

Viewfinder

Electric viewfinder (colour) Image device

4.5 mm (1/4 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device)

Approx. 1 550 000 pixels

(Effective (moving): 970 000 pixels)

(Effective (still): 1 390 000 pixels) Lens

Carl Zeiss

Combined power zoom lens

Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in)

10× (Optical), 120× (Digital)

Focal length

4.2 - 42 mm (3/16 - 1 11/16 in.)

When converted to a 35 mm still camera

Camera mode:

48 - 480 mm (1 15/16 - 19 in.)

Memory mode:

40 - 400 mm (1 5/8 - 15 3/4 in.)

Colour temperature

Auto, HOLD (Hold), 🌐 Indoor (3 200 K), 🌐 Outdoor (5 800 K)

Minimum illumination 7 lx (lux) (F 1.8)

0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot mode)*

* Objects unable to be seen due to the dark can be shot with infrared lighting.

Input/Output connectors

S video input/output

4-pin mini DIN

Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p,

75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced

Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p,

75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced

Audio/Video input/output

AV MINI JACK, 1 Vp-p,

75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced, sync negative

327 mV, (at output impedance more than 47 kΩ (kilohms)

Output impedance with less than

2.2 kΩ (kilohms)/Stereo minijack ( 3.5mm)

Input impedance more than 47 kΩ (kilohms)

i DV input/output

4-pin connector

Headphone jack

Stereo minijack (ø 3.5 mm)

LANC ♣ jack

Stereo mini-minijack (ø 2.5 mm)

Ψ USB jack mini-B

MIC jack

Minijack, 0.388 mV low

impedance with 2.5 to 3.0 V DC, output impedance 6.8 kΩ

(kilohms) (ø 3.5 mm)

Stereo type

LCD screen

Picture

8.8 cm (3.5 type)

72.2 × 50.4 ~mm (24 / 5 × 2 in.)

Total dot number

246 400 (1 120 × 220)

General

Power requirements

7.2 V (battery pack)

8.4 V (AC power adaptor)

Average power consumption (when using the battery pack)

During camera recording using LCD

4,2 W

Viewfinder

3,7 W

Operating temperature

0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

Storage temperature

-20^ to +60^

(-4^ to +140^)

Dimensions (Approx.)

71× 95× 168mm

(2 7/8 × 3 3/4 × 6 5/8 in.) (w/h/d)

Mass (approx.)

680 g (1 lb 7 oz)

main unit only

780 g (1 lb 11 oz)

including the battery pack,

NP-FM50, cassette DVM60, lens cap and shoulder strap

Supplied accessories

See page 16.

AC power adaptor

Power requirements

100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption

23 W

Output voltage

DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in the

operating mode

Operating temperature

0^ to 40^ (32 °F to 104 °F)

Storage temperature

-20^ to +60^

(-4^ to +140^)

Dimensions (approx.)

125 × 39 × 62 mm

(5× 19 / 16× 21 / 2 in.) (w / h / d)

excluding projecting parts

Mass (approx.)

280 g (9.8 oz)

excluding mains lead

Cord length (approx.)

Mains lead: 2 m (6.6 feet)

Connecting cord: 1.6 m

(5.2 feet)

"Memory Stick"

Memory

Flash memory

4MB: MSA-4A

Operating voltage

2.7 - 3.6V

Power consumption

Approx. 45mA in the operating mode

Approx. 130μA in the standby mode

Dimensions (approx.)

50 × 2.8 × 21.5 ~mm

(2 × 1/8 × 7/8 in.) (w/h/d)

Mass (approx.)

4 g (0.14 oz)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Battery pack

Maximum output voltage

DC 8.4 V

Output voltage

DC 7.2 V

Capacity

8.5 Wh (1 180 mAh)

Dimensions (approx.)

38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 ~mm

(1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in.)

(w/h/d)

Mass (approx.)

76 g (2.7 oz)

Type

Lithium ion

Identifying the parts and controls

This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products.

When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this "GENUINE VIDEO

ACCESSORIES" mark.

Note on the Carl Zeiss lens

Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce a fine image.

The lens for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. It adopts the MTF* measurement system for video camera and offers a quality as the Carl Zeiss lens.

* MTF is an abbreviation of Modulation Transfer Function.

The value number indicates the amount of light of a subject penetrating into the lens.

Видеокамера

LANC stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The ⬆ control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and other peripherals connected to the video equipment. This jack has the same function as the jack indicated as CONTROL L or REMOTE.

24 S VIDEO jack (p. 44, 53, 89, 109, 162, 168)

25 Ⓞ (headphones) jack

When you use headphones, the speaker on your camcorder is silent.

Attaching the shoulder strap

Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap.

Illustration of a rope knot with a loop and guide rope (no text or symbols)

26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35

26 Intelligent accessory shoe (p. 116)
27 Power zoom lever (p. 31)
28 BATT release button (p. 17)
29 Hooks for shoulder strap
30 POWER switch (p. 18)
31 (USB) jack (p. 184, 185)
32 ↘ (flash) button (p. 49, 158)
33 i DV IN/OUT jack (p. 91, 111, 163, 169)
34 MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER)

Connect an external microphone (optional). This jack also accepts a “plug-in-power” microphone.

35 AUDIO/VIDEO jack (European models only)/AUDIO/VIDEO ID-2 jack (Except for European models)

(p. 44, 53, 89, 109, 162, 168)

i Intelligent Accessory Shoe

Notes on the intelligent accessory shoe

• The intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light or microphone.
• The intelligent accessory shoe is linked to the POWER switch, allowing you to turn the power supplied by the shoe on and off. Refer to the operating instructions of the accessory for further information.
• The intelligent accessory shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then tighten the screw.
• To remove an accessory, loosen the screw, and then press down and pull out the accessory.

i Intelligent Accessory Shoe

54 Battery pack (p. 17)
55 OPEN/LEJECT lever (p. 24)
56 Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm (9/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder.
57 Grip strap
58 Lens cap (p. 26)

Fastening the grip strap

Diagram of a digital camera with numbered parts and directional arrows indicating motion or signal flow

Fasten the grip strap firmly.

The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder.

1 PHOTO button (p. 48, 153)
② DISPLAY button (p. 40)
3 Memory control buttons (p. 109)
4 SEARCH MODE button (p. 82)
⑤ Video control buttons (p. 42)
6 REC button (p. 109)
7 MARK button (p. 110)
8 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder.
⑨ ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 81)
10 START/STOP button (p. 26)
11 DATA CODE button (p. 40)
12 Power zoom button (p. 31)
13 ◀◀/▶▶I buttons (p. 82)
14 AUDIO DUB button (p. 118)

To prepare the Remote Commander

Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - polarities on the batteries to the + - marks inside the battery compartment.

Illustration of a handheld device with battery and switch, showing a close-up of its internal components (no text or symbols)

Notes on the Remote Commander

• Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly.
• Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper.

Operation indicators

① Cassette memory indicator (p. 32, 221)
② Remaining battery time indicator (p. 32)
③ Zoom indicator (p. 31)/Exposure indicator (p. 68)/Data file name indicator (p. 172)
4 Digital effect indicator (p. 63)/MEMORY MIX indicator (p. 172)/FADER indicator (p. 59)
5 16:9WIDE indicator (p. 56)
6 Picture effect indicator (p. 61)
7 Data code indicator (p. 40)
⑧ Volume indicator (p. 39)/Date indicator (p. 32)/Time indicator (p. 32)
9 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 66)
10 Backlight indicator (p. 33)
11 SteadyShot off indicator (p. 130)
12 Manual focus/Infinity indicator (p. 69)
13 Recording mode indicator (p. 32)
14 Self-timer indicator (p. 36)
15 STBY/REC indicator (p. 26)/Video control mode indicator (p. 42)/Image size indicator (p. 149)/Image quality mode indicator (p. 148)

Рабочие индикаторы

16 NIGHTSHOT indicator/SUPER NIGHTSHOT indicator (p. 34)
17 Warning indicators (p. 210)
18 Tape counter indicator (p. 32)/Time code indicator (p. 32)/Self-diagnosis indicator (p. 218)/Tape photo indicator (p. 48)/Memory photo indicator (p. 153)/Image number indicator (p. 177)
19 Remaining tape indicator (p. 32)/Memory playback indicator (p. 177)
20 ZERO SET MEMORY indicator (p. 81)
21 END SEARCH indicator (p. 37)
22 A/V → DV indicator (p. 107)/DV IN indicator (p. 112)
23 Audio mode indicator (p. 141)
24 Data file name indicator (p. 172)/Time indicator (p. 32) This indicator appears when the MEMORY MIX functions work.
25 Flash indicator This indicator appears only when the flash is in use.
26 Continuous mode indicator (p. 155)
27 FULL charge indicator (p. 18)
28 Remaining battery time indicator (p. 32)/Tape counter (p. 32)/Memory counter/Time code indicator (p. 32)/Self-diagnosis indicator (p. 209)

Adjusting viewfinder 30

Audio dubbing 116

AUDIO MIX 131

Audio mode 134

Auto red-eye reduction..... 49, 158

AUTO SHUTTER 130

A/V connecting cable ..... 44, 53, 89, 109, 162, 168

BACK LIGHT 33

Battery pack 17

BEEP 136

Bounce 58

C, D

Camera chromakey 170

Cassette memory 14, 221

Charging battery 18

Charging built-in rechargeable battery 230

Clock set 22

Continuous 155

Cut recording 74

Data code 40

Date search 84

DEMO 135

DIGITAL EFFECT ...... 63, 77

Digital program editing ...... 93

DISPLAY 40

DOT 58

Dual sound track tape 223

DV connecting cable 91, 163

E

EDIT SEARCH 37

END SEARCH 37

Exposure 68

F, G, H

FADER 58

Fade in/out 59

Flash 49,158

FLASH MOTION 62

FOCUS 69

Format 133, 144

Full charge 18

Grip strap 244

○ (Headphone) jack ...... 240

Heads 230

HiFi SOUND 131

HIGH SPEED 155

I, J, K, L

i.LINK 226

Image protection 194

Image quality mode ...... 147

Image size 149

INDEX (Multiple) display ..... 178

"InfoLITHIUM" battery ...... 224

Infrared rays emitter ..... 34, 46, 98

Insert editing 113

Intelligent accessory shoe ..... 116

Interval recording 71

JPEG 144

Labeling a cassette 127

LANC ♔ jack 240

LUMINANCEKEY 62

M, N

Main sound 223

Manual focus 69

Memory chromakey 170

Memory luminancekey ...... 170

MEMORY MIX 170

Memory PB ZOOM 190

Memory photo recording 153

"Memory Stick" 144

Menu settings 129

Memory overlap 170

Mirror mode 28

Moisture condensation ...... 229

MONOTONE 58

Mosaic fader 58

MPEG 144

MPEG movie recording ..... 164

NIGHTSHOT 34

Normal charge 18

O, P, Q

OLD MOVIE 62

Operation indicators 247

OVERLAP 58

PAL system 228

Photo save 174

Photo scan 88

Photo search 86

PICTURE EFFECT ...... 61, 76

Picture search 42

Playback pause 42

Power zoom 31

Print mark 199

PROGRAM AE 65

R

Recording time 19

Remaining battery time indicator 32

Remaining tape indicator ..... 32

Remote Commander 245

Remote sensor 239

RESET 208

S

S VIDEO jack ..... 44, 53, 89, 109, 162, 168

Self-diagnosis display ...... 209

Self-timer recording 36, 52, 159

Shoulder strap 240

Signal convert function ...... 107

Skip scan 42

Slide show 192

Slow playback 42

SLOW SHUTTER 62

STEADYSHOT 130

Stereo tape 223

STILL 62

Sub sound 223

SUPER LASER LINK 46

SUPER NIGHTSHOT 34

T, U, V

Tape counter 32

Tape PB ZOOM 79

Tape photo recording 48

Telephoto 31

Time code 32

Title 121

Title search 82

TRAIL 62

Transition 27

TV colour systems 228

USB jack 184, 185

W, X, Y, Z

Warning indicators 210

White balance 54

Wide-angle 31

Wide mode 56

WIPE 58

WORLD TIME 228

Write-protect tab 144

Zero set memory 81, 113

Zoom 31

EDIT SEARCH ...... 37

END SEARCH 37

FADER 58

FLASH MOTION 62

FOCUS 69

HiFi SOUND 138

HIGH SPEED 155

1 - 0

i.LINK 226

JPEG 144

LUMINANCEKEY 62

MEMORY MIX 170

"Memory Stick" 144

MONOTONE 58

MPEG 144

NIGHTSHOT 34

OLD MOVIE 62

OVERLAP 58

P - Z

PICTURE EFFECT ...... 61, 76

PROGRAM AE 65

RESET 217

SLOW SHUTTER 62

STEADYSHOT 137

STILL 62

SUPER LASER LINK 46

SUPER NIGHTSHOT 34

TRAIL 62

WIPE 58

WORLD TIME 228

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