Sony DCR PC1000E User Manual

2-591-679-11 (1)  
Digital Video Camera Recorder  
Getting Started  
7
Recording/  
Playback  
20  
Operating Guide  
Using the Menu  
Dubbing/Editing  
36  
63  
73  
86  
DCR-PC1000E  
Using a Computer  
Troubleshooting  
Additional Information  
106  
http://www.sony.net/  
Printed on 100% recycled paper using  
VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free  
vegetable oil based ink.  
© 2005 Sony Corporation  
Printed in Japan  
Read this first  
Before operating the unit, please read this  
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future  
reference.  
Notice  
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes  
data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart  
the application or disconnect and connect the  
communication cable (USB, etc.) again.  
WARNING  
To prevent fire or shock hazard,  
do not expose the unit to rain or  
moisture.  
Notes on use  
Your camcorder is supplied with two  
kinds of operations guides.  
“Memory Stick”  
Operating Guide” (This manual)  
First Step Guide” for connecting the  
camcorder to a computer and using the  
supplied software (stored on the supplied  
CD-ROM)  
N50  
FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE  
UNITED KINGDOM  
On the types of recording media you  
can use in your camcorder  
• A mini DV cassette marked with  
(mini DV cassettes with Cassette Memory  
are incompatible) (p. 107).  
• “Memory Stick Duo” marked with  
,
NOTICE ON THE SUPPLIED AC  
ADAPTOR  
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is  
fi tted to this equipment for your safety and  
convenience.  
(p. 108).  
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be  
replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied  
one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362  
On using the camcorder  
• Do not hold the camcorder by the  
following parts.  
(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.  
LCD panel  
• The camcorder is not dustproofed,  
dripproofed or waterproofed.  
See “Maintenance and precautions” (p.  
112).  
• Before connecting your camcorder to  
another device with a USB or i.LINK  
cable, be sure to insert the connector  
plug in the proper direction. If you insert  
the connector plug forcibly in the wrong  
direction, the terminal may be damaged,  
or this may cause a malfunction of your  
camcorder.  
FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE  
ATTENTION  
The electromagnetic fields at the specific  
frequencies may infl uence the picture and sound  
of this 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).  
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• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the  
Handycam Station holding both the  
camcorder and the DC plug.  
• Be sure to slide the POWER switch  
up to OFF (CHG) when you insert the  
camcorder into the Handycam Station or  
remove the camcorder from it.  
• Television programs, films, video tapes,  
and other materials may be copyrighted.  
Unauthorized recording of such materials  
may be contrary to the copyright laws.  
On this manual  
• The images of the LCD screen and  
the viewfinder used in this manual for  
illustration purposes are captured using  
a digital still camera, and therefore may  
appear different.  
• The on-screen displays in each local  
language are used for illustrating the  
operating procedures. Change the screen  
language before using your camcorder if  
necessary (p. 14).  
On the menu items, LCD panel,  
viewfinder, and lens  
• A menu item that is grayed out is not  
available under the current recording or  
playback conditions.  
• The LCD screen and the viewfinder 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 color) that appear  
constantly on the LCD screen and the  
viewfinder. These points are normal  
results of the manufacturing process and  
do not affect the recording in any way.  
• Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder,  
or the lens to direct sunlight for long  
periods of time may cause malfunctions.  
• Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might  
cause your camcorder to malfunction.  
Take pictures of the sun only in low light  
conditions, such as at dusk.  
About the Carl Zeiss lens  
Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl  
Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly  
by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony  
Corporation, and produces superior images.  
It adopts the MTF measurement system for  
video cameras and offers a quality typical  
of a Carl Zeiss lens. Also, the lens for  
your camcorder is T*-coated to suppress  
unwanted reflections and faithfully  
reproduce colors.  
MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The  
number value indicates the amount of light  
from a subject coming into the lens.  
On recording  
• Before starting to record, test the  
recording function to make sure the  
picture and sound are recorded without  
any problems.  
• Compensation for the contents of  
recordings cannot be provided, even if  
recording or playback is not possible  
due to a malfunction of the camcorder,  
storage media, etc.  
• TV color systems differ depending on  
the countries/regions. To view your  
recordings on a TV, you need an PAL  
system-based TV.  
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Table of Contents  
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5
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Step 1: Checking supplied items  
Make sure that you have following items  
supplied with your camcorder.  
The number in the parentheses indicates the  
number of that item supplied.  
A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 34, 63)  
USB cable (1) (p. 73, 84)  
Shoulder Strap (1)  
“Memory Stick Duo” 16MB (1) (p. 17, 108)  
Memory Stick Duo adaptor (1) (p. 109)  
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FA50 (1)  
(p. 8, 110)  
CD-ROM “Picture Package Ver.1.7” (1)  
(p. 73)  
AC Adaptor (1) (p. 8)  
21-pin adaptor (1) (p. 35)  
For the models with the  
bottom surfaces only.  
mark printed on their  
Operating Guide (This manual) (1)  
Mains lead (1) (p. 8)  
Handycam Station (1) (p.9)  
Wireless Remote Commander (1)  
(p. 32)  
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.  
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack  
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”  
battery pack (A series) (p. 110) after  
attaching it to your camcorder.  
2
Insert the battery pack to the end  
with the mark facing outwards.  
POWER  
switch  
DC IN jack  
DC plug  
3
Close the battery cover.  
To the wall socket  
Mains lead  
AC Adaptor  
1
Slide the battery cover in the  
direction of the arrow.  
Be sure to close the cover completely.  
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4
Slide the POWER switch up to  
(CHG) OFF. (The default setting.)  
7
Insert the camcorder into the  
Handycam Station securely.  
Be sure to insert the camcorder to the  
end.  
5
6
Connect the AC Adaptor to the  
DC IN jack on the Handycam  
Station. Be sure that the mark  
on the DC plug is facing up.  
/CHG  
(charge)  
lamp  
The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and  
charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp  
turns off when the battery pack is fully  
charged.  
• When inserting the camcorder into the  
Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover  
on the camcorder.  
The mark faces up.  
Connect the mains lead to the AC  
Adaptor and the wall socket.  
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Step2:Charging the battery pack (Continued)  
To charge the battery pack using the  
AC Adaptor  
Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG)OFF.  
Then connect the AC Adaptor directly to  
the DC IN jack on the camcorder.  
To remove the battery pack  
Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG)OFF.  
Then open the battery cover to remove the  
battery pack.  
POWER  
switch  
DC IN jack  
When storing the battery pack  
DC plug  
Fully discharge the battery before storing it  
for an extended period (p. 110).  
Facing the mark  
to the LCD screen.  
To the wall socket  
Mains lead  
To use an outside power source  
AC Adaptor  
You can operate your camcorder using the  
power from the wall socket by making the  
same connections as you do when charging  
the battery pack. The battery pack will not  
lose its charge in this case.  
To remove your camcorder from the  
Handycam Station  
Turn off the power, then remove the  
camcorder from the Handycam Station  
holding both your camcorder and the  
Handycam Station.  
10  
On the battery pack  
• Before changing the battery pack, slide the  
POWER switch up to (CHG) OFF.  
• The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during  
charging, or the battery information (p. 26) will  
not be correctly displayed under the following  
conditions.  
– The battery pack is not attached correctly.  
– The battery pack is damaged.  
Charging time  
Approximate time (min.) required when  
you fully charge a fully discharged battery  
pack.  
Battery pack  
Charging time  
NP-FA50 (supplied)  
125  
155  
NP-FA70  
– The battery pack is fully discharged. (For  
Battery Info only.)  
Recording time  
Approximate time (min.) available when  
you use a fully charged battery pack.  
• The power will not be supplied from the  
battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected  
to the DC IN jack of your camcorder or the  
Handycam Station, even when the mains lead is  
disconnected from the wall socket.  
Continuous  
recording  
time*  
Typical  
recording  
time*  
Battery pack  
On the charging/recording/playback time  
• Times measured with the camcorder at  
25 °C (77 °F) . (10 to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is  
recommended.)  
• The recording and playback time will be  
shorter when you use your camcorder in low  
temperatures.  
• The recording and playback time will be shorter  
depending on the conditions under which you  
use your camcorder.  
NP-FA50  
(supplied)  
85  
90  
95  
45  
50  
50  
NP-FA70  
160  
170  
175  
90  
95  
100  
* Top: When the LCD backlight turns on.  
Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off.  
Bottom: Recording time when recording with  
the viewfinder while the LCD panel is closed.  
• Typical recording time shows the time when  
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the  
power on/off and zooming.  
On the AC Adaptor  
• Use the nearby wall socket when using the AC  
Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the  
wall socket immediately if any malfunction  
occurs while using your camcorder.  
• Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow  
space, such as between a wall and furniture.  
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC  
Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic  
objects. This may cause a malfunction.  
Playing time  
Approximate time (min.) available when  
you use a fully charged battery pack.  
PRECAUTION  
LCD panel  
opened*  
LCD panel  
closed  
Battery pack  
• Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power  
(mains) is still supplied to it while connected to  
the wall socket via the AC Adaptor.  
NP-FA50  
(supplied)  
120  
225  
150  
275  
NP-FA70  
* When the LCD backlight turns on.  
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Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your  
camcorder firmly  
To record or play back, slide the POWER  
switch repeatedly to turn on the respective  
lamp.  
2
Hold the camcorder correctly.  
When using it for the first time, the  
[CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 15).  
POWER  
switch  
3
Ensure a good grip, then fasten  
the Strap Belt.  
1
Slide the POWER switch  
repeatedly in the direction of the  
arrow to turn on the respective  
lamp.  
The lens cover opens automatically  
when the POWER switch is set to  
CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERA-  
MEMORY.  
If the POWER  
switch is set to  
(CHG) OFF, slide it  
down while pressing  
the green button.  
To turn off the power  
Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG)OFF.  
Lamps that light up  
CAMERA-TAPE: To record on a tape.  
CAMERA-MEMORY: To record on a  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
• At the time of purchase, the power will be  
set to turn off automatically if you leave your  
camcorder without any operation attempted for  
approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power.  
([A.SHUT OFF], p. 58).  
PLAY/EDIT: To play or edit pictures.  
• When you slide the POWER switch  
from (CHG) OFF to CAMERA-TAPE or  
CAMERA-MEMORY, the current date and  
time will be displayed on the LCD screen  
for about 5 seconds.  
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Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder  
To turn off the LCD backlight to make  
The LCD panel  
the battery last longer  
Press and hold DISPLAY BATT INFO for  
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the  
camcorder (), then rotate it to the best  
angle to record or play ().  
a few seconds until  
appears.  
This setting is practical when you use  
your camcorder in bright conditions or  
where you want to save battery power. The  
recorded picture will not be affected by the  
setting. To turn on the LCD backlight, press  
and hold DISPLAY BATT INFO for a few  
seconds until  
disappears.  
• See [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 55) to adjust the  
brightness of the LCD screen.  
90  
degrees  
to the  
The viewfinder  
camcorder  
You can view images using the viewfinder  
with the LCD panel closed. The battery  
will last longer than when using the LCD  
panel.  
180 degrees  
(max.)  
90 degrees  
(max.)  
DISPLAY BATT INFO  
Viewfinder lens  
adjustment lever  
Move it until the  
picture is clear.  
• Do not press the buttons under the LCD frame  
accidentally when you open or adjust the LCD  
panel.  
• If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the  
lens side from the status , you can close the  
LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out.  
This is convenient during playback operations.  
• When closing the LCD panel, rotate the LCD  
panel in the horizontal position as illustrated  
in , and then close the LCD panel facing  
inward.  
You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder  
backlight by selecting [LCD/VF SET] - [VF  
B.LIGHT] (p. 55).  
You can adjust manually with the CAM  
CTRL dial the [EXPOSURE] setting using the  
viewfinder (p. 40).  
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Step 5: Using the touch panel  
You can play back recorded pictures (p.  
23), or change the settings (p. 36) using the  
touch panel.  
Checking the screen indicators  
(Display guide)  
You can easily check the meaning of each  
indicator that appears on the LCD screen.  
Place your hand on the rear side of  
the LCD panel to support it.Then,  
touch the buttons displayed on the  
screen.  
1
Touch  
.
Touch [MENU] during Easy Handycam  
operation (p. 20).  
Touch the button on the LCD screen.  
60min  
0:00:00  
DIAL  
SET  
MENU  
DISP  
GUIDE  
TELE  
MACRO  
1/3  
EXPO-  
SURE  
FADER  
2
3
Touch [DISP GUIDE].  
Select area for guide.  
DISPLAY BATT INFO  
DISP GUIDE  
END  
• Perform the same actions as explained above  
when you press the buttons under the LCD  
frame.  
• Be careful not to press buttons under the LCD  
frame accidentally while using the touch panel.  
The indicators vary depending on the  
settings.  
Touch the area including the  
indicator that you want to check.  
To hide the screen indicators  
Press DISPLAY BATT INFO to toggle the  
screen indicators (such as time code, etc.)  
on or off.  
The meanings of the indicators in the  
area are listed on the screen. If you  
cannot find the indicator you want to  
check, touch  
/
to toggle.  
When you touch  
to the area selecting display.  
, the screen returns  
Changing the language setting  
You can change the on-screen displays  
to show messages in a specified  
language. Select the screen language  
DISP GUIDE  
END  
FOCUS:  
MANUAL  
PROGRAM AE:  
SPOTLIGHT  
STEADYSHOT:  
OFF  
1/2  
in [LANGUAGE] on the  
(TIME/  
LANGU.) menu (p. 36, 58).  
To finish the operation  
Touch [END].  
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Step 6: Setting the date and time  
Set the date and time when using this  
camcorder for the first time. If you do not  
3
Select [CLOCK SET] with  
/
,
set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET]  
screen appears every time you turn on your  
camcorder or change the POWER switch  
position.  
• If you do not use your camcorder for about  
3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery  
gets discharged and the date and time settings  
may be cleared from the memory. In that case,  
charge the rechargeable battery and then set the  
date and time again (p. 114).  
then touch  
.
–:––:––  
CLOCK SET  
DATE  
2005  
Y
1
M
1
D
0: 00  
OK  
4
Set [Y] (year) with  
touch  
/
, then  
.
You can set any year up to the year  
2079.  
–:––:––  
CLOCK SET  
DATE  
2005Y  
1
M
1
D
0: 00  
OK  
POWER switch  
Skip to step when you set the clock for  
the first time.  
5
Set [M] (month), [D] (day), hour  
4
and minute, then touch  
.
The clock starts.  
1
Touch  
[MENU].  
60min  
–:––:––  
CAMERA SET  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
EXPOSURE  
OK  
2
Select  
with  
(TIME/LANGU.) menu  
, then touch  
/
.
60min  
–:––:––  
DISP OUTPUT  
MENU ROTATE  
A. SHUT OFF  
CLOCK SET  
––:––:––  
WORLD  
PROGRAM AE  
LANGUAGE  
OK  
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Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick  
Duo”  
Cassette tape  
You can use mini DV  
(p. 107).  
2
Insert a cassette with its window  
facing outwards, then press  
cassettes only  
.
• The recordable time varies depending on [  
REC MODE] (p. 54).  
Push the center  
of the back of the  
cassette lightly  
Window  
1
Slide and hold the  
EJECT lever in the direction of  
OPEN/  
the arrow and open the lid.  
OPEN/EJECT lever  
The cassette compartment automatically  
slides back in. Do not force the cassette  
into the compartment. This may cause a  
malfunction.  
Lid  
3
Close the lid.  
The cassette compartment automatically  
comes out and opens up.  
To eject the cassette  
Open the lid following the same procedure  
as described in Step 1 and remove the  
cassette.  
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“Memory Stick Duo”  
You can use only a “Memory Stick  
Duo” marked with  
or  
(p. 108).  
• The number and time of recordable pictures  
varies depending on the image quality or the  
image size. For details, see page 45.  
Insert the “Memory Stick Duo”  
into the “Memory Stick Duo”  
slot in the right direction until it  
clicks.  
Access lamp  
• If you force the “Memory Stick Duo”  
into the slot in the wrong direction, the  
“Memory Stick Duo,” the “Memory Stick  
Duo” slot, or image data may be damaged.  
To eject a “Memory Stick Duo”  
Lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo” in  
once.  
• When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your  
camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not shake  
or knock your camcorder, turn the power off,  
eject the “Memory Stick Duo,” or remove the  
battery pack. Otherwise, image data may be  
damaged.  
• Caution that the “Memory Stick Duo” might  
pop up and drop off.  
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Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3)  
of the recording picture  
By recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode,  
you can enjoy wide-angle, high-quality  
pictures.  
Recording a moving picture or still  
image on the “Memory Stick Duo”  
Set the POWER switch to CAMERA-  
MEMORY.  
• If you intend to view pictures on a wide  
TV, recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode is  
recommended.  
The aspect ratio of the picture switches  
to 4:3.  
Press WIDE SELECT to select the  
desired screen aspect ratio.  
• Still images will be fixed to image size 1920 ×  
1080 (  
) in the 16:9 (wide) mode. In the 4:3  
mode, you can select up to 1920 × 1440 (  
).  
• If you record movies (MPEG MOVIE EX) in  
the 16:9 (wide) mode, black bands appear at  
the top and bottom of the picture when they are  
played back.  
• For the number of recordable pictures, see page  
46.  
WIDE SELECT button  
POWER switch  
Selecting the aspect ratio for  
recording movies on a tape  
Be sure to set the POWER switch to  
CAMERA-TAPE.  
Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to  
select the desired screen aspect  
ratio.  
16:9*  
4:3*  
* When viewing on the LCD screen. It may be  
different in the viewfinder.  
• If you play back a picture on TV, set [TV  
TYPE] for playback in the aspect ratio of the  
TV (p. 34).  
• When viewing pictures recorded in 16:9 aspect  
ratio with [TV TYPE] set to [4:3], pictures may  
appear rough depending on the subject (p. 34).  
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19  
Recording/Playback with ease  
(Easy Handycam)  
With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the  
camera settings are automatically adjusted optimally,  
which frees you from detailed adjustment.  
E
D
A
Since only basic functions become available and  
screen font size increases for easy viewing, even first  
time users can enjoy easy operation.  
Go through the procedures described in steps 1 to 8  
(p. 7 to 18) before operation.  
C
B
Recording with ease  
1
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn  
on the respective lamp to select a recording medium.  
If the POWER  
Recording movies  
: Light up the  
switch is set to  
(CHG) OFF, slide  
it down while  
pressing the green  
button.  
CAMERA-TAPE lamp.  
Recording still images  
CAMERA-MEMORY lamp.  
: Light up the  
.
2
Press EASY  
Easy Handycam  
operation  
ON.  
The EASY lights up in blue.  
3Start recording.  
Movies  
Still images (4:3)  
Press REC START/STOP or .  
Press PHOTO .  
REC  
60min  
30  
60min  
Shutter click  
Beep  
A
MENU  
MENU  
The indicator () changes  
[STBY] to [REC].  
To stop recording, press (or )  
again.  
FlashingLights up  
Press and hold  
lightly to adjust the  
focus.  
Press fully to record.  
When  
disappears, the image has been  
recorded.  
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Playing back with ease  
1
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn  
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
2
Press EASY .  
Easy Handycam  
operation  
ON.  
The EASY lights up in blue.  
3
Start playing back.  
Movies  
Still images  
Touch  
, then touch  
to  
Touch  
/
to select  
start playback.  
a picture.  
Slow playback  
is available on  
B
C
A
the Remote Commander.  
A
C
MENU  
Tape playback  
Previous/Next  
Delete (p. 69)  
B
Stop  
Play/Pause toggles as you touch it  
Rewind/Fast forward  
– WIDE SELECT button (in the CAMERA-  
MEMORY mode)  
– PHOTO button (in the CAMERA-TAPE  
mode)  
• The recording mode for tape and the image  
quality and size for “Memory Stick Duo” return  
to the default settings.  
• If you touch [MENU], adjustable items will  
be displayed. Items not displayed return to the  
default settings (p.38).  
To cancel Easy Handycam operation  
Press EASY again.  
The EASY lamp turns off and all the  
settings are returned to the previous  
situation.  
• During Easy Handycam operation, the  
following buttons are unavailable, since the  
items are set automatically.  
– CAM CTRL dial  
– MANUAL button  
• [Invalid during Easy Handycam operation]  
appears if operations not available during Easy  
Handycam are attempted.  
(flash) button  
– BACK LIGHT button  
– DISPLAY BATT INFO button (when kept  
pressing)  
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Recording  
Lens cover  
CAM CTRL dial  
Opens in accordance with the  
setting of the POWER switch.  
PHOTO  
REC START/STOP  
POWER switch  
REC START/  
STOP  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on  
the respective lamp to select a recording medium.  
To record on a tape, light up the  
CAMERA-TAPE lamp.  
If the POWER  
switch is set to  
(CHG) OFF, slide  
it down while  
pressing the green  
button.  
To record on a “Memory Stick Duo,”  
light up the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp.  
Start recording.  
Movies  
Still images  
Press REC START/STOP  
(or  
Press and hold PHOTO lightly to  
adjust the focus (), then press it fully  
().  
).  
60min  
REC  
60min  
A
60min  
11  
Shutter click  
Beep  
A
B
The indicator () changes [STBY]  
(tape only) to [REC].  
Flashing Lights up  
The sound of a movie (MPEG MOVIE  
EX) recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo”  
will be monaural.  
A shutter sound is heard. When  
disappears, the image has been recorded.  
To stop movie recording  
Press REC START/STOP again.  
You can record a still image on a “Memory  
Stick Duo,” while recording movies on a tape or  
in standby mode.  
Still images will be fixed to image size [640  
× 360] in 16:9 screen, or [640 × 480] in 4:3  
screen.  
To check the latest recording on a  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
Touch  
. To delete the picture, touch  
to return to the  
[YES]. Touch  
standby mode.  
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Playback  
1
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on  
the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
2
Start playing back.  
Movies  
Still images  
On a Tape:  
Touch  
start playback.  
Touch  
.
The most recently recorded image is  
displayed.  
, then touch  
to  
A
B
C
A
C
P-MENU  
B
Tape playback  
Previous/Next  
Index screen display  
You can delete unnecessary pictures from a  
“Memory Stick Duo” (p. 69).  
is not displayed when a “Memory  
Stick Duo” is not inserted or no image files  
exist in it.  
Stop  
Play/Pause toggles as you touch it  
Rewind/Fast forward  
• Playback automatically stops if pause is  
engaged for more than 3 minutes.  
On a “Memory Stick Duo” :  
Touch  
a picture with  
/
to select  
.
,
then touch  
Touch  
. Touch the picture you want to  
To adjust the volume  
Rotate the CAM CTRL dial to adjust the  
volume. You can also adjust the volume on  
the menu (p. 54).  
display in the single display mode.  
To view pictures in other folders, touch  
folder with  
48).  
[PB FOLDER], select a  
, then touch  
/
(p.  
To search for a scene during playback  
Touch and hold  
(Picture Search), or  
/
during playback  
while fast  
/
B
C
A
forwarding or rewinding the tape (Skip  
Scan).  
You can play back in various modes ([ VAR.  
SPD PB], p. 53).  
Previous/Next 6 pictures  
The picture displayed before switching to  
the index screen.  
To display pictures on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” on the Index screen  
Movie icon  
23  
 
Functions used for recording/playback, etc.  
Wider range of  
view: (Wide angle)  
Close view:  
(Telephoto)  
You cannot change the zoom speed with the  
zoom buttons  
under the LCD frame.  
3
4
• The minimum distance required between your  
camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus  
is about 1 cm (about 1/2 in.) for wide angle and  
about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.  
You can set [DIGITAL ZOOM] if you want to  
zoom to a level greater than 10 ×.  
• Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom  
lever. If you move your finger off the power  
zoom lever, the operation sound of the power  
zoom lever may also be recorded.  
5
Controlling the settings with the  
CAM CTRL dial/MANUAL button  
(Assignable dial)..................   
6
7
CAM CTRL  
dial  
8
9
MANUAL  
button  
0
You can assign some of the camera settings  
to the CAM CTRL dial such as focus  
adjustment (default setting). See page 61  
for details.  
During playback, you can adjust the  
volume using the CAM CTRL dial (p. 23).  
Recording  
• At the time of purchase, the [FOCUS] (p. 42)  
setting is assigned to the CAM CTRL dial. If  
you press the MANUAL button, you can switch  
from the auto setting to the manual setting and  
adjust the focus manually.  
To use zoom ......................   
Move the power zoom lever slightly for  
a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster  
zoom.  
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To record sound with more presence  
(4CH MIC recording) .................  
Connect the optional microphone (ECM-  
To record in mirror mode ............  
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the  
camcorder (), then rotate it 270 degrees  
to the lens side ().  
HQP1) to the Active Interface Shoe (p.  
72).  
See [EXT SUR MIC] on page 55 for  
details.  
To use the flash .......................  
Press (flash) repeatedly to select a setting.  
No indicator displayed: Automatically  
flashes when there is insufficient ambient  
light.  
(Forced flash): Always uses the flash  
regardless of the surrounding brightness.  
(No flash): Records without flash.  
• A mirror-image of the subject appears on the  
LCD screen, but the picture will be normal  
when recorded.  
• The recommended distance to the subject when  
using the built-in flash is 0.3 to 2.5 m (1 to 8  
feet).  
• Remove any dust from the surface of the flash  
lamp before using it. Flash effect may be  
impaired if heat discoloration or dust obscures  
the lamp.  
To use a tripod ........................  
Attach the tripod (optional: the length of  
the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32  
in.) to the tripod receptacle using a  
tripod screw.  
• The flash charge lamp flickers when charging  
the flash, and remains lit when the battery  
charge is complete.  
You can only use the flash in the CAMERA-  
MEMORY mode.  
• If you use the flash in bright places such as  
when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may  
not be effective.  
• When attaching a conversion lens (optional)  
or a filter (optional) to the camcorder, the flash  
light does not emit light.  
You can change the brightness of the flash by  
setting [FLASH LEVEL], or you can prevent  
the redeye by setting [REDEYE REDUC], in  
[FLASH SET] (p. 43).  
To adjust the exposure for backlit  
subjects ................................  
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects,  
press BACK LIGHT to display . To  
cancel the back light function, press BACK  
LIGHT again.  
25  
Continued   
 
Functions used for recording/playback, etc. (Continued)  
Adjust the magnification with W (Wide  
angle)/T (Telephoto).  
To cancel, touch [END].  
You cannot change the zoom speed with the  
zoom buttons under the LCD frame.  
Recording/playback  
6
7
qa  
To check the remaining battery  
(Battery Info) ..........................  
qs  
Set the POWER switch up to (CHG)  
OFF, then press DISPLAY BATT INFO  
. The battery information appears for  
about 7 seconds. By pressing DISPLAY  
BATT INFO, you can view the battery  
information for up to 20 seconds while it is  
displayed.  
qd  
qf  
2
Remaining battery (approx.)  
qg  
qh  
Recording capacity (approx.)  
To turn off the operation confirmation  
beep ....................................  
Playback  
See [BEEP] (p. 57) to set the operation  
beep.  
To use PB zoom ..................   
You can magnify pictures from about 1.1 to  
5 times the original size.  
Magnification can be adjusted with the  
power zoom lever or the zoom buttons  
under the LCD frame.  
To initialize the settings .............  
Press RESET to initialize all the  
settings, including the setting of the date  
and time.  
(Menu items customized on Personal Menu  
are not initialized.)  
Play back the picture you want to  
magnify.  
Magnify the picture with T (Telephoto).  
Touch the screen at the point you want  
to display in the center of the displayed  
frame.  
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Other part names and functions  
Internal stereo microphone  
When an external microphone is  
connected, the audio input from the  
external microphone takes precedence  
over others.  
Speaker  
Sounds come out from the speaker.  
For how to adjust the volume, see page 23.  
REC lamp  
The REC lamp lights up in red during  
recording (p. 57).  
Remote sensor  
Point the Remote Commander (p. 32)  
towards the remote sensor to operate  
your camcorder.  
27  
 
Indicators displayed during recording/playback  
Recording movies  
Recording still images  
In the CAMERA-TAPE mode  
1
2
3
4
5
8
1
90  
qa  
60min  
101  
FINE  
1920  
11  
P-MENU  
6
7
qs 7  
Remaining battery (approx.)  
Recording folder (48)  
Recording mode (or ) (54)  
Image size (18, 46)  
Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or  
[REC] (recording))  
Quality ([FINE] or [STD]) (45)  
“Memory Stick Duo” indicator and the  
number of images that can be recorded  
(approx.)  
Time code (hour: minute: second:  
frame)/Tape counter (hour: minute:  
second)  
Review button (22)  
Recording capacity of the tape  
(approx.) (57)  
Data code during playback  
END SEARCH/EDIT SEARCH/Rec  
review display switch button (31)  
The date/time data and the camera setting  
data will be recorded automatically.  
They do not appear on the screen during  
recording, but you can check them as  
[DATA CODE] during playback (p. 56).  
Personal Menu button (36)  
In the CAMERA-MEMORY mode  
B
C
A
D
E
Recording folder (48)  
Recording capacity (approx.)  
Movie size (47)  
Recording start indicator  
(appears for about 5 seconds)  
Review button (22)  
28  
 
( ) is a reference page.  
The indicators during recording will not be recorded.  
Viewing movies  
On a tape  
Viewing still images  
1
2
qd  
4
5
1
qg 9  
qh qj  
MEMORY PLAY  
qk  
ql  
wdwf  
qf  
7
w;  
wa  
ws  
7
Tape transport indicator  
Video operation buttons (23)  
Data file name  
Picture number/Total number of  
recorded pictures in the current  
playback folder  
When there is a “Memory Stick Duo”  
inserted in the camcorder, (STOP)  
(“Memory Stick Duo”  
changes to  
Playback folder (48)  
playback) if a tape is not used for playback.  
Previous/Next folder icon  
On a “Memory Stick Duo”  
The following indicators appear when the  
first or last picture of the current folder is  
displayed and when there are multiple folders  
on the same “Memory Stick Duo.”  
D
E
0:00:00  
A
B
: Touch  
folder.  
to move to the previous  
: Touch  
: Touch  
to move to the next folder.  
F
/
to move to either  
the previous or the next folder.  
C
Image delete button (69)  
Tape playback select button (23)  
Previous/Next image button (23)  
Index screen display button (23)  
Image protection mark (69)  
Print mark (70)  
Data file name  
Play/Pause button (23)  
Previous/Next image button (23)  
Image size (47)  
Playing time  
Previous/Next scene button  
A movie file will be divided into a maximum  
of 60 scenes. The number of scenes divided  
depends on the length of the movie. After  
selecting a scene from which to start the  
playback, touch  
to play back.  
29  
Continued   
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued)  
Indicators when you made  
changes  
Slide show (49)  
LCD backlight off (13)  
You can check the [DISP GUIDE] (p. 14)  
to check the function of each indicator that  
appears on the LCD screen.  
Center  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Color Slow Shutter (43)  
Upper left  
Upper right  
PictBridge connecting  
(70)  
Warning (101)  
  
Bottom  
Bottom  
Center  
Indicator  
Meaning  
AE SHIFT (42)  
WB SHIFT (42)  
Upper left  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Picture effect (50)  
Digital effect (49)  
Manual focus (42)  
EXP.FOCUS (42)  
PROGRAM AE (40)  
EXT SUR MIC (55)  
4CH MIC recording (55)  
AUDIO MODE (54)  
Continuous photo  
recording (45)  
Recording mode (54)  
Self-timer recording (44)  
WIDE SELECT (18)  
   
Sharpness (41)  
Backlight (25)  
White balance (41)  
SteadyShot off (44)  
Interval photo recording  
(51)  
Flash light (43)  
Progressive recording  
(44)  
Frame recording (51)  
Zebra (43)  
Upper right  
Tele macro (43)  
CAMERA COLOR (42)  
Indicator  
Meaning  
A/VDV OUT (56)  
DV input (64)  
DV output (64)  
USB connection (85)  
i.LINK connection (85)  
Zero set memory (32)  
30  
Searching for the starting point  
Make sure that the CAMERA-TAPE lamp  
lights up (p. 22).  
Searching manually  
(EDIT SEARCH)  
You can search for the start point to start  
the next recording while viewing the  
pictures on the screen. The sound is not  
played back during the search.  
Searching for the last scene of the  
most recent recording (END SEARCH)  
END SEARCH will not work once you  
eject the cassette after you have recorded  
on the tape.  
1
Touch  
.
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
Touch  
.
60min  
END SEARCH  
1
0:00:00  
EXECUTING  
EDIT  
Touch here  
to cancel the  
operation.  
CANCEL  
2
Touch and hold  
backward)/  
and release it at the point where  
you want the recording to start.  
(to go  
(to go forward)  
The last scene of the most recent  
recording is played back for about 5  
seconds, and the camcorder enters the  
standby mode at the point where the last  
recording has finished.  
• END SEARCH will not work correctly  
when there is a blank section between  
recorded sections on the tape.  
You can also select [END SEARCH] from  
the menu. When the PLAY/EDIT lamp  
lights up, select the [END SEARCH] short-  
cut in Personal Menu (p. 36).  
Reviewing the most recently  
recorded scenes (Rec review)  
You can view about 2 seconds of the scene  
recorded just before you stopped the tape.  
Touch  
.
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
EDIT  
The last 2 seconds (approx.) of the most  
recently recorded scene are played back.  
Then, your camcorder is set to the standby.  
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Remote Commander  
• To change the battery, see page 115.  
Remove the insulation sheet before using  
the Remote Commander.  
Searching quickly for a desired  
scene (Zero set memory)  
Insulation sheet  
1
During playback, press ZERO  
SET MEMORY  
at a point you  
6
want to locate later on.  
The tape counter is reset to “0:00:00”  
7
8
1
q;  
and  
appears on the screen.  
60min  
0:00:00  
2
3
4
5
P-MENU  
If the tape counter is not displayed,  
9
.
press DISPLAY  
2
3
Press STOP  
when you want to  
stop playback.  
PHOTO (p. 22)  
The on-screen image when you press this  
button will be recorded as a still image.  
.
Press REW  
SEARCH M. (p. 33)  
The tape stops automatically when the  
tape counter reaches “0:00:00.”  
   
Video control buttons (Rewind,  
Playback, Fast-forward, Pause, Stop,  
Slow) (p. 23)  
.
4
Press PLAY  
Playback starts from the point  
designated “0:00:00” on the tape  
counter.  
ZERO SET MEMORY  
Transmitter  
REC START/STOP (p. 22)  
Power zoom (p. 24)  
DISPLAY (p. 14)  
• There may be a discrepancy of several seconds  
between the time code and the tape counter.  
• Zero set memory will not function correctly  
if there is a blank section between recorded  
sections on the tape.  
Memory control buttons (Index, –/+,  
Memory playback) (p. 23)  
• Aim the Remote Commander towards the  
remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p.  
27).  
To cancel the operation  
Press ZERO SET MEMORY again.  
32  
 
Searching for a scene by date of  
recording (Date search)  
You can locate the point where the  
recording date changes.  
1
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
.
2
3
Press SEARCH M.  
Press (previous)/(next)  
to select a recording date.  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
30min  
DATE -01  
SEACH  
P.MENU  
To cancel the operation  
.
Press STOP  
• The Date search will not function correctly  
when there is a blank section between recorded  
sections on the tape.  
33  
 
Playing the picture on a TV  
Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation  
(p. 10). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.  
A/V jack*  
1
A/V  
(Yellow) (White) (Red)  
VCRs or TVs  
2
*The A/V jacks are equipped on the  
Handycam Station and the camcorder  
itself respectively. Connect the A/V  
connecting cable either to your camcorder  
or to the Handycam Station.  
: Signal flow  
To set the aspect ratio according to  
the connected TV (16:9/4:3)  
Change the setting according to the screen  
size of the TV you will view pictures on.  
A/V connecting cable (supplied)  
Connect to the input jack of the other device.  
A/V connecting cable with S  
VIDEO (optional)  
When connecting to another device via the  
S VIDEO jack, by using the A/V connecting  
cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional),  
pictures can be reproduced more faithfully  
than with the supplied A/V cable connection.  
Connect the white and red plugs (left/right  
audio) and S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO  
channel) of an A/V connecting cable  
(optional). In this case, the yellow (standard  
video) plug connection is not necessary. S  
VIDEO connection only will not output  
audio.  
Slide the POWER switch down to turn on  
the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Touch  
(STANDARD SET) [TV TYPE]   
[16:9] or [4:3]   
[MENU]   
.
• When you set [TV TYPE] to [4:3], or when the  
picture’s aspect ratio switches between 16:9 and  
4:3, the image may jitter.  
• On some 4:3 TVs, the still image recorded in  
4:3 aspect ratio may not appear in full screen.  
This is not a malfunction.  
When your TV is connected to a VCR  
Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN  
input on the VCR. Set the input selector on  
the VCR to LINE.  
34  
 
• When you play back a picture recorded in 16:9  
aspect ratio on a 4:3 TV not compatible with  
the 16:9 signal, set [TV TYPE] to [4:3].  
When your TV is monaural (When  
your TV has only one audio input jack)  
Connect the yellow plug of the A/V  
connecting cable to the video input jack  
and connect the white (left channel) or the  
red (right channel) plug to the audio input  
jack of your TV or VCR.  
• Do not connect A/V connecting cables to both  
your camcorder and the Handycam Station at  
the same time. The image might get disturbed.  
You can display the time code on the TV screen  
by setting [DISP OUTPUT] to [V-OUT/  
PANEL] (p. 57).  
If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin adaptor  
(EUROCONNECTOR)  
Use the 21-pin adaptor supplied with your  
camcorder (For models with the  
mark  
printed on their bottom surfaces only). This  
adaptor is designed for output use only.  
TV/VCR  
35  
Using the menu items  
Follow the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed after this page.  
1
Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the respective lamp.  
[CAMERA-TAPE] lamp:  
settings on a tape  
settings on a “Memory Stick  
[CAMERA-MEMORY] lamp:  
Duo”  
[PLAY/EDIT] lamp: settings for viewing/editing  
2
Touch the LCD screen to select the menu item.  
Unavailable items will be grayed out.  
To use the short-cuts of Personal Menu  
On Personal Menu, short-cuts for frequently used menu items are added.  
You can customize Personal Menu as you like (p. 59).  
Touch  
.
60min  
0:00:00:00  
DISP  
GUIDE  
MENU  
END  
SEARCH  
1/3  
VOLUME  
USB  
SELECT  
VAR.  
SPD PB  
Touch the desired item.  
If the desired item is not displayed on the screen, touch  
Select the desired setting, then touch  
/
until the item is displayed.  
.
To use menu items  
You can customize menu items that are not added to Personal Menu.  
BURN DVD  
BURN VCD  
END SEARCH  
Touch  
[MENU].  
The menu index screen appears.  
Select the desired menu.  
Touch  
/
to select the item, then touch  
. (The process in step is the same as  
that in step .)  
Select the desired item.  
You can also touch the item directly to select it.  
Customize the item.  
36  
 
After finishing the settings, touch  
If you decide not to change the setting, touch  
(close) to hide the menu screen.  
to return to the previous screen.  
You can also change the settings to [FOCUS], [EXPOSURE], [AE SHIFT] or [WB SHIFT]  
using the CAM CTRL dial (p. 61).  
During Easy Handycam operation, if you press [MENU] on the screen, the buttons for the  
menu items available for the operation are displayed.  
37  
Menu items  
The menu items available for the operation (  
is positioned.  
) differ depending on where the lit lamp for the POWER switch  
Position of lamp:  
TAPE  
MEMORY PLAY/EDIT  
Easy Handycam  
CAMERA SET menu (p. 40)  
AUTO  
AUTO  
AUTO  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
EXPOSURE  
WHITE BAL.  
SHARPNESS  
AUTO SHUTTER  
AE SHIFT  
CAMERA COLOR  
WB SHIFT  
SPOT FOCUS  
FOCUS  
EXP.FOCUS  
TELE MACRO  
FLASH SET  
COLOR SLOW S  
ZEBRA  
HISTOGRAM  
SELF-TIMER  
DIGITAL ZOOM  
STEADYSHOT  
PROGRES.REC  
DIAL SET  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
AUTO  
OFF  
OFF  
*2  
/OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
*1  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
MEMORY SET menu (p. 45)  
OFF/FINE/  
STILL SET  
MOVIE SET  
ALL ERASE  
FORMAT  
SERIES  
FILE NO.  
NEW FOLDER  
REC FOLDER  
PB FOLDER  
*2  
*2  
PICT.APPLI. menu (p. 48)  
OFF  
FADER  
SLIDE SHOW  
D. EFFECT  
PICT. EFFECT  
FRAME REC  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
38  
 
Position of lamp:  
SMTH INT.REC  
INT.REC-STL  
DEMO MODE  
PictBridge PRINT  
USB SELECT  
TAPE  
MEMORY PLAY/EDIT  
Easy Handycam  
ON  
EDIT/PLAY menu (p. 53)  
VAR. SPD PB  
REC CTRL  
AUD DUB CTRL  
REC MOVIE  
BURN DVD  
END SEARCH  
STANDARD SET menu (p. 54)  
REC MODE  
AUDIO MODE  
VOLUME  
MULTI-SOUND  
AUDIO MIX  
  
12BIT  
STEREO  
EXT SUR MIC  
*2  
/NORMAL/  
/
LCD/VF SET  
/
NORMAL  
OFF  
A/V DV OUT  
VIDEO INPUT  
TV TYPE  
USB CAMERA  
DISP GUIDE  
GUIDEFRAME  
DATA CODE  
REMAINING  
REMOTE CTRL  
REC LAMP  
*2  
*2  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
ON  
BEEP  
LCD PANEL  
DISP OUTPUT  
MENU ROTATE  
A.SHUT OFF  
CALIBRATION  
5min  
TIME/LANGU. menu (p. 58)  
CLOCK SET  
WORLD TIME  
LANGUAGE  
*2  
*2  
*
*
1
2
Cannot be operated in the CAMERA-TAPE mode.  
The setting value before entering Easy Handycam operation will be retained.  
39  
CAMERA SET menu  
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the  
recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE  
BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.)  
views or fireworks.  
LANDSCAPE**(  
)
The default settings are marked with  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
.
See page 36 for details on selecting  
Select to shoot distant subjects clearly.  
This setting also prevents your camcorder  
from focusing on glass or metal mesh  
in windows that comes in between the  
camcorder and the subject.  
menu items.  
PROGRAM AE  
You can record pictures effectively in  
various situations with the PROGRAM AE  
function.  
• Items with one asterisk (*) can be adjusted  
to focus on subjects only a short distance  
away. Items with two asterisks (**) can be  
adjusted to focus on subjects farther away.  
AUTO  
Select to automatically record pictures  
effectively without the [PROGRAM AE]  
function.  
SPOT METER (Flexible spot  
meter)  
SPOTLIGHT*(  
)
You can adjust and fix the exposure  
to the subject, so that it is recorded in  
suitable brightness even when there is  
strong contrast between the subject and  
the background, such as subjects in the  
spotlight on stage.  
Select to prevent people's faces from  
appearing excessively white when subjects  
are lit by strong light.  
1
PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) (  
)
2
Select to bring out the subject such as  
people or flowers while creating a soft  
background.  
Touch the point where you want to fix and  
adjust the exposure on the screen.  
appears.  
Touch [END].  
BEACH&SKI*(  
)
To return the setting to automatic exposure,  
touch [AUTO][END].  
• If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is  
automatically set to [MANUAL].  
Select to prevent people's faces from  
appearing dark in strong light or reflected  
light, such as at a beach in midsummer or  
on a ski slope.  
EXPOSURE  
You can fix the brightness of a picture  
manually. When recording indoors on  
a clear day, for instance, you can avoid  
backlight shadows on people next to the  
window by fixing the exposure to that of  
the wall side of the room.  
SUNSET&MOON**(  
)
Select to maintain the atmosphere of  
situations such as sunsets, general night  
40  
 
Frame a white object such as a piece of  
paper, to fill the screen under the same  
lighting conditions as you will shoot  
the subject.  
2
1
Touch [  
].  
3
flashes quickly. When the white  
balance has been adjusted and stored  
in the memory, the indicator stops  
flashing.  
Touch [MANUAL].  
Adjust the exposure by touching  
/
.
• Keep framing a white object while  
is flashing quickly.  
Touch  
.
appears.  
To return the setting to automatic exposure,  
touch [AUTO]  
You can also adjust the setting using the CAM  
CTRL dial (p. 61).  
flashes slowly if white balance  
could not be set.  
.
• If  
keeps flashing even after you  
have touched  
to [AUTO].  
, set [WHITE BAL.]  
• When you have changed the battery pack  
while [AUTO] is selected, or you bring your  
camcorder outdoors from inside the house  
while using fixed exposure, select [AUTO] and  
aim your camcorder at a nearby white object  
for about 10 seconds for better color balance  
adjustment.  
• Redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure if you change  
the [PROGRAM AE] settings, or bring your  
camcorder outdoors from inside the house, or  
vice versa.  
WHITE BAL. (White balance)  
You can adjust the color balance to the  
brightness of the recording environment.  
AUTO  
The white balance is adjusted  
automatically.  
OUTDOOR (  
)
The white balance is adjusted to be  
appropriate for the following recording  
conditions:  
• To adjust the white balance under white or cool  
white fluorescent lamps, set [WHITE BAL.] to  
[AUTO], or follow the procedure when using  
[ONE PUSH].  
– Outdoors  
– Night views, neon signs and fireworks  
– Sunrise or sunset  
– Under daylight fluorescent lamps  
• The setting returns to [AUTO] when you have  
the power source disconnected from your  
camcorder for more than 5 minutes.  
INDOOR ()  
The white balance is adjusted to be  
appropriate for the following recording  
conditions:  
SHARPNESS  
You can adjust the sharpness of the image  
outline with  
the sharpness is anything other than the  
default setting.  
/
.
appears when  
– Indoors  
– At party scenes or studios where the  
lighting conditions change quickly  
– Under the video lamps of those at a studio,  
or under sodium lamps or incandescent-like  
color lamps  
Soften  
Sharpen  
ONE PUSH (  
The white balance will be adjusted  
)
AUTO SHUTTER  
Automatically activates the electronic  
shutter to adjust the shutter speed when  
recording in bright conditions if you set it  
to [ON] (the default setting).  
according to the ambient light.  
Touch [ONE PUSH].  
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Continued   
CAMERA SET menu (Continued)  
• If you set [SPOT FOCUS], [FOCUS] is  
automatically set to [MANUAL].  
AE SHIFT  
When you set [AE SHIFT] to [ON], you  
can adjust the exposure using  
(bright). and the setting value  
appear when [AE SHIFT] is set to [ON].  
You cannot use [AE SHIFT] when  
[EXPOSURE] is set to [MANUAL].  
You can also adjust the setting manually using  
the CAM CTRL dial (p. 61).  
(dark)/  
FOCUS  
You can adjust the focus manually. Select  
this when you want to focus on a certain  
subject intentionally.  
CAMERA COLOR  
You can adjust the color intensity with  
Touch [MANUAL].  
appears.  
/
.
Touch  
(focusing on close subjects)/  
(focusing on distant subjects) to  
sharpen the focus. appears when the  
focus cannot be adjusted any closer, and  
appears when the focus cannot be adjusted  
farther away.  
Decreases  
color intensity  
Increases  
color intensity  
Touch  
.
WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift)  
To adjust the focus automatically, touch  
When you set [WB SHIFT] to [ON], you  
can adjust the white balance to the desired  
.
[AUTO]  
in step  
setting using  
and the setting value are displayed  
when [WB SHIFT] is set to [ON].  
• When the white balance is set to a lower value,  
pictures appear bluish, and when set to a higher  
value, pictures appear reddish.  
You can also adjust the setting manually using  
the CAM CTRL dial (p. 61).  
/
.
• It is easier to focus on the subject by moving  
the power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) to  
adjust the focus, then towards W (wide angle)  
to adjust the zoom for recording. When you  
want to record a subject at close range, move  
the power zoom lever to W (wide angle), then  
adjust the focus.  
• The minimum distance required between your  
camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus  
is about 1 cm (about 1/2 in.) for wide angle and  
about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.  
SPOT FOCUS  
You can select and adjust the focal point to  
aim it at a subject not located in the center  
of the screen.  
You can also adjust the focus manually using  
the CAM CTRL dial (p. 61).  
EXP.FOCUS (Expanded focus)  
1
When you set the POWER switch to  
CAMERA-MEMORY and [EXP.FOCUS]  
to [ON], you can enlarge the picture  
displayed on the LCD screen to 2 times  
bigger. This function makes it easier  
to adjust the focus. While displaying  
the enlarged picture, instead of the   
indicator in normal [FOCUS] setting, the  
indicator appears.  
2
Touch the subject on the screen.  
appears.  
Touch [END].  
To adjust the focus automatically, touch  
[AUTO][END].  
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• When you finish focusing, the screen  
automatically returns to the normal picture  
display.  
Set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then  
press (flash) (p. 25) repeatedly to select  
a setting.  
(Auto redeye reduction): Pre-flashes to  
reduce redeye before the flash automatically  
flashes when there is insufficient ambient  
light.  
TELE MACRO  
This is useful to shoot small subjects, such  
as flowers or insects. You can blur away  
backgrounds and the subject stands out  
clearer.  
(Forced redeye reduction): Always uses  
the flash and the redeye reducing pre-flash.  
When you set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]  
(
), the zoom (p. 24) moves to the top of  
the T (Telephoto) side automatically and  
allows for recording subjects at a close  
distance, down to about 50 cm (19 3/4 in.).  
(No flash): Records without flash.  
• The redeye reduction may not produce the  
desired effect due to individual differences and  
other conditions.  
COLOR SLOW S  
(Color Slow Shutter)  
When you set [COLOR SLOW S] to [ON],  
you can record an image brighter in color  
even in dark places.  
and [COLOR SLOW SHUTTER]  
appear on the screen.  
To cancel, touch [OFF], or zoom to wide-  
angle (W side).  
• When recording a distant subject, it may  
difficult to focus on and take time for focusing.  
• Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 42)  
when it is hard to focus automatically.  
To cancel [COLOR SLOW S], touch  
[OFF].  
FLASH SET  
Note that these settings will not function  
with external flashes (optional) that do not  
support the following settings.  
• Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 42)  
when it is hard to focus automatically.  
• The shutter speed of your camcorder changes  
depending on the brightness. The motion of the  
picture may slow down at this time.  
FLASH LEVEL  
ZEBRA  
HIGH(  
)
Makes the flash level higher.  
This is useful as a guide when adjusting the  
brightness. When you change the default  
setting,  
NORMAL( )  
is displayed. The zebra pattern  
LOW(  
)
is not recorded.  
Makes the flash level lower.  
OFF  
• The setting returns to [NORMAL] when  
you disconnect the power source from your  
camcorder for more than 5 minutes.  
The zebra pattern is not displayed.  
70  
The zebra pattern appears at a screen  
brightness level of about 70 IRE.  
REDEYE REDUC  
You can prevent redeye by activating the  
flash before recording.  
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CAMERA SET menu (Continued)  
100  
DIGITAL ZOOM  
The zebra pattern appears at a screen  
brightness level of about 100 IRE or  
higher.  
You can select the maximum zoom level  
in case you want to zoom to a level greater  
than 10 × (the default setting) while  
recording on a tape. Note that the image  
quality decreases when you are using the  
digital zoom.  
• Portions of the screen where brightness is about  
100 IRE or above may appear overexposed.  
• The zebra pattern is diagonal stripes that appear  
in portions of the screen where brightness is at a  
preset level.  
HISTOGRAM  
When you set [HISTOGRAM] to [ON],  
the [HISTOGRAM] (a graph to display  
a distribution of tones in your picture)  
window appears on the screen.  
This item is useful when you adjust  
exposure. You can adjust the  
The right side of the bar shows the digital  
zooming factor. The zooming zone  
appears when you select the zooming  
level.  
[EXPOSURE] or [AE SHIFT] checking  
the [HISTOGRAM] window. The  
[HISTOGRAM] will not be recorded on a  
tape or “Memory Stick Duo.”  
OFF  
Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically.  
20 ×  
Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically,  
and after that, up to 20 × zoom is  
performed digitally.  
120 ×  
Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically,  
and after that, up to 120 × zoom is  
performed digitally.  
Darker  
Brighter  
Brightness  
• The left area on the graph shows the darker  
areas of the picture while the right area shows  
the brighter areas.  
STEADYSHOT  
You can compensate for camera shake  
(the default setting is [ON]). Set  
[STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when  
using a tripod (optional) or the conversion  
lens (optional).  
SELF-TIMER  
The self-timer starts recording after about  
10 seconds.  
Touch  
.
[SELF-TIMER][ON]  
PROGRES.REC  
You can reduce image blur when recording  
moving pictures on tapes, intended for  
import to your computer as still images, by  
appears.  
Press REC START/STOP to record  
movies, or PHOTO to record still images.  
To cancel the count down, touch [RESET].  
setting [PROGRES.REC] to [ON] (  
).  
This is especially useful for analyzing high-  
speed action, such as sports scenes. Touch  
[OFF] to cancel this mode.  
To cancel the self-timer, select [OFF] in  
step  
.
You can also use the self-timer with the Remote  
Commander (p. 32).  
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MEMORY SET menu  
Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo”  
(BURST/QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE/ALL ERASE/  
NEW FOLDER, etc.)  
Note on the progressive recording mode  
In a normal TV broadcast, the screen is  
divided into 2 finer fields and these are  
displayed in turn, every 1/50 of a second.  
Thus, the actual picture displayed in an  
instant covers only half of the apparent  
picture area. In progressive recording, the  
picture is fully displayed with all the pixels.  
A picture recorded in this mode appears  
clearer, but a moving subject may appear  
awkward.  
The default settings are marked with  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
.
See page 36 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
STILL SET  
BURST  
You can record several still images one  
after another by pressing PHOTO.  
DIAL SET  
You can assign the setting item to the CAM  
CTRL dial and adjust the assigned item  
manually using the CAM CTRL dial.  
OFF  
Select this when not recording  
continuously.  
NORMAL (  
)
[FOCUS]  
Records from 3 (1920 × 1440 image size),  
5 (1600 × 1200 image size) to 25 (640 ×  
480 image size) images continuously at  
about 0.5 second intervals.  
The maximum number of images are  
recorded when you press and hold PHOTO  
fully.  
Assigns [FOCUS] (p. 42) setting to the  
CAM CTRL dial.  
[EXPOSURE]  
Assigns [EXPOSURE] (p. 40) setting to  
the CAM CTRL dial.  
[AE SHIFT]  
Assigns [AE SHIFT] (p. 42) setting to the  
CAM CTRL dial.  
EXP. BRKTG (  
)
Records 3 images consecutively with  
different exposures at about 0.5 second  
intervals. You can compare the 3 images  
and select an image recorded at the best  
exposure.  
[WB SHIFT]  
Assigns [WB SHIFT] (p. 42) setting to the  
CAM CTRL dial.  
• The flash will not function during [BURST].  
• See page 61 for details on the CAM CTRL dial.  
• The maximum number of images will be  
recorded in the self-timer mode or when you are  
operating with the Remote Commander.  
• [EXP. BRKTG] will not function when you  
have space for fewer than 3 images remaining  
on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• When you set WIDE (16:9) ratio of the screen  
you can record 3 images (1920 × 1080 image  
size) continuously.  
QUALITY  
FINE (  
)
Records still images at the fine image  
quality level.  
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Continued   
 
MEMORY SET menu (Continued)  
STANDARD (  
)
In 16:9 aspect ratio  
Records still images at the standard image  
quality level.  
1920 × 1080 * 640 × 360 *  
16MB  
(supplied)  
14  
34  
115  
240  
IMAGE SIZE  
1920 × 1440 (  
Records still images clearly.  
)
32MB  
64MB  
128MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1GB  
29  
69  
240  
485  
1600 × 1200 (  
Allows you to record more still images in  
relatively clear quality.  
)
59  
135  
490  
980  
115  
280  
980  
1970  
640 × 480 (  
Allows for the maximum number of  
images to be recorded.  
)
215  
500  
1750  
3550  
• If you set 16:9 (wide) ratio of the screen,  
[IMAGE SIZE] is set to [1920 × 1080]  
automatically (p. 18).  
435  
1000  
3600  
7200  
890  
7300  
Capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo”  
(MB) and the number of recordable  
pictures  
2100  
14500  
* Top: [FINE] is selected for image quality.  
Bottom: [STANDARD] is selected for image  
quality.  
In 4:3 aspect ratio  
• When using the “Memory Stick Duo” made by  
Sony Corporation. The number of recordable  
pictures varies depending on the recording  
environment.  
• The image size of a 4:3 picture is as follows.  
– [FINE] is selected for an image size of [1920  
× 1440] - approx. 1380kB.  
– [FINE] is selected for an image size of [1600  
× 1200] - approx. 960kB.  
– [FINE] is selected for an image size of [640 ×  
480] - approx. 150kB.  
– [STANDARD] is selected for an image size  
of [1920 × 1440] - approx. 580kB.  
– [STANDARD] is selected for an image size  
of [1600 × 1200] - approx. 420kB.  
1920 ×  
1440 *  
1600 ×  
1200 *  
640 ×  
480*  
16MB  
(supplied)  
11  
26  
16  
37  
96  
240  
32MB  
64MB  
128MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1GB  
22  
54  
32  
75  
190  
485  
45  
105  
65  
150  
390  
980  
91  
215  
130  
300  
780  
1970  
165  
395  
235  
540  
1400  
3550  
– [STANDARD] is selected for an image size  
of [640 × 480] - approx. 60kB.  
• The image size of a 16:9 picture is as follows.  
– [FINE] is selected for an image size of [1920  
× 1080] - approx. 1060kB.  
335  
800  
480  
1100  
2850  
7200  
680  
1600  
980  
2250  
5900  
14500  
– [FINE] is selected for an image size of [640 ×  
360] - approx. 130kB.  
– [STANDARD] is selected for an image size  
of [1920 × 1080] - approx. 450kB.  
* Top: [FINE] is selected for image quality.  
Bottom: [STANDARD] is selected for image  
quality.  
– [STANDARD] is selected for an image size  
of [640 × 360] - approx. 60kB.  
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• Do not do any of the following while [  
Erasing all data...] is displayed:  
– Operate the POWER switch/operation  
buttons.  
MOVIE SET  
IMAGE SIZE  
– Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
320 × 240 (  
)
Records movies in high resolution.  
FORMAT  
160 × 112 (  
)
The supplied or newly purchased “Memory  
Stick Duo” has been formatted at the  
factory, and does not require formatting.  
Allows for more movie recording time.  
Capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo”  
(MB) and the recordable time (hour:  
minute: second)  
To execute formatting, touch [YES] twice  
.
Formatting is completed, and all the images  
will be deleted.  
320 × 240  
160 × 112  
• Do not do any of the following while [  
Formatting…] is displayed:  
– Operate the POWER switch/operation  
buttons.  
16MB (supplied) 00:02:40  
00:10:40  
00:21:20  
00:42:40  
01:25:20  
02:50:40  
05:41:20  
11:22:40  
32MB  
64MB  
128MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1GB  
00:05:20  
00:10:40  
00:21:20  
00:42:40  
01:25:20  
02:50:40  
– Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Formatting erases everything on the “Memory  
Stick Duo” including protected image data and  
newly created folders.  
FILE NO.  
• When using the “Memory Stick Duo” made by  
Sony Corporation. The recordable time varies  
depending on the recording environment.  
SERIES  
Assigns file numbers in sequence even if  
the “Memory Stick Duo” is replaced with  
another one. The file number is reset when  
a new folder is created or the recording  
folder is replaced with another.  
ALL ERASE  
Deletes all the pictures on a “Memory Stick  
Duo” without image protection, or in the  
selected folder.  
RESET  
Resets the file number to 0001 each time  
the “Memory Stick Duo” is changed.  
Select [ALL FILES] or [CURRENT  
FOLDER].  
[ALL FILES]: Deletes all the images on the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
[CURRENT FOLDER]: Deletes all the  
images in the selected folder.  
Touch [YES] twice   
.
• Cancel image protection on the “Memory Stick  
Duo” beforehand when using the “Memory  
Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab (p. 108).  
• The folder will not be deleted even when you  
delete all the pictures in the folder.  
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Continued   
MEMORY SET menu (Continued)  
PICT.APPLI. menu  
Special effects on pictures or additional  
functions on recording/playback (SLIDE  
SHOW/PICT. EFFECT/FRAME REC, etc.)  
NEW FOLDER  
You can create a new folder (102MSDCF  
to 999MSDCF) on a “Memory Stick  
Duo.” When a folder is full (a maximum  
of 9999 images are stored) a new folder is  
automatically created.  
The default settings are marked with  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
See page 36 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
.
Touch [YES]   
.
You cannot delete the created folders using  
your camcorder. You will have to format the  
“Memory Stick Duo” (p. 47), or delete them  
using your computer.  
• The number of recordable pictures on a  
“Memory Stick Duo” may decrease as the  
number of folders increases.  
FADER  
You can add the following effects to  
currently recording pictures.  
Select the desired effect, then touch  
.
When you select [OVERLAP], [WIPE]  
or [DOT FADER], the image on a tape is  
stored as a still image. (While storing the  
image, the screen turns to blue.)  
Press REC START/STOP.  
The fader indicator stops flashing and  
disappears when the fade is complete.  
REC FOLDER (Recording folder)  
Select the folder to be used for recording  
with  
/
, then touch  
.
• As the default setting, pictures are saved in the  
101MSDCF folder.  
• Once you record a picture in a folder, the  
same folder will be set as the default folder for  
playback.  
To cancel the operation, touch [OFF] in  
.
step  
STBY  
REC  
Fading out  
Fading in  
PB FOLDER (Playback folder)  
WHITE FADER  
Select the playback folder with  
then touch  
/
,
.
BLACK FADER  
MOSAIC FADER  
MONOTONE  
When fading in, the picture gradually  
changes from black-and-white to color.  
When fading out, it gradually changes from  
color to black-and-white.  
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OVERLAP (fade in only)  
WIPE (fade in only)  
D. EFFECT (Digital effect)  
You can add digital effects to your  
recordings.  
Touch the desired effect.  
Adjust the effect with  
/
, then  
touch  
.
When you select [STILL] or [LUMI.  
KEY], the image when you touch  
saved as a still image.  
DOT FADER (fade in only)  
is  
Effect  
Items to adjust  
CINEMA  
EFECT*  
No adjustment  
necessary.  
SLIDE SHOW  
Plays back the images stored on a  
“Memory Stick Duo,” or in a folder in  
sequence (slide show).  
DELAY  
MOTION  
The speed of repeats  
STILL  
The degree of  
Touch  
Select [ALL FILES ( )] or [CURRENT  
FOLDER ( )], then touch  
If you select [CURRENT FOLDER ( )],  
all the images in the current playback  
folder selected in [PB FOLDER] (p. 48)  
are played back in sequence.  
[PB FOLDER].  
transparency of the  
still image you want  
to superimpose on a  
movie.  
.
FLASH  
The interval of frame-  
by-frame playback.  
LUMI. KEY  
The color scheme of  
the area in the still  
image which is to be  
swapped with a movie.  
Touch [REPEAT].  
Select [ON] or [OFF], then  
.
To repeat the slide show, select [ON] ( ).  
To execute the slide show only once, select  
[OFF].  
TRAIL  
The fade time of the  
incidental image.  
Touch [END][START].  
Shutter speed (1 is  
1/25, 2 is 1/12, 3 is  
1/6, 4 is 1/3).  
SLOW  
SHUTTR*  
To cancel [SLIDE SHOW], touch [END].  
To pause, touch [PAUSE].  
OLD MOVIE*  
No adjustment  
necessary.  
You can select the first picture for the slide  
show with  
[START].  
/
before touching  
* Available during recording only.  
• If movies are played in the slide show, you can  
adjust the volume with  
/
.
Touch  
appears.  
To cancel [D. EFFECT], touch [OFF] in  
.
.
step  
CINEMA EFECT (Cinematic effect)  
You can add a cinematic atmosphere to  
pictures by adjusting to a 16:9 screen and  
progressive picture.  
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Continued   
PICT.APPLI. menu (Continued)  
You cannot add effects to externally input  
pictures. The playback pictures edited with  
digital effects are output via the DV Interface  
(i.LINK) or (USB) jack without effect  
control.  
You can save pictures edited using special  
effects on a “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 66) or  
record them on another tape (p. 64).  
DELAY MOTION (Delay motion)  
You can record a movie with a repeat  
effect.  
STILL  
Records a movie while superimposing it on  
a previously recorded still image.  
PICT. EFFECT (Picture effect)  
You can add special effects to a picture  
FLASH (flash motion)  
Records a movie with a serial-still-image  
effect (strobe effect).  
during recording or playback.  
appears.  
OFF  
LUMI. KEY (luminance key)  
Does not use [PICT. EFFECT] setting.  
Replaces a brighter area in a previously  
recorded still image (e.g. background of a  
person) with a movie.  
SKINTONE  
Makes skin texture look more smoother  
and more appealing.  
NEG.ART  
TRAIL  
Records a picture so that an incidental  
image like a trail is left.  
The color and brightness are reversed.  
SLOW SHUTTR (slow shutter)  
The shutter speed is slowed down. Suitable  
for shooting a subject more clearly in a  
dark place.  
• Adjust the focus manually using a tripod since  
adjusting the focus automatically is hard when  
[SLOW SHUTTR] is selected. ([FOCUS], p.  
42)  
SEPIA  
Pictures appear in sepia.  
B&W  
Pictures appear in black and white.  
SOLARIZE  
OLD MOVIE  
Adds an old movie effect with a sepia hue  
to pictures.  
Pictures appear as an illustration with  
strong contrast.  
You cannot change to another digital effect  
while recording pictures on a tape with  
[CINEMA EFECT] selected.  
PASTEL  
The digital effect function is suspended while  
using zoom with [DELAY MOTION] selected.  
It is recommended that you mount your  
camcorder on a tripod when you select  
[DELAY MOTION].  
Pictures appear as a pale pastel drawing.*  
MOSAIC  
You cannot select 16:9/4:3 as the aspect ratio  
for [OLD MOVIE].  
You cannot record pictures edited using special  
effects on the tape in your camcorder.  
Pictures appear mosaic-patterned.*  
* Available during recording only.  
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• While using the back light function, you cannot  
select [SKINTONE]. And when you use the  
back light function with [PICT.EFFECT] set to  
[SKINTONE], the [SKINTONE] setting will be  
cancelled.  
You cannot add effects to externally input  
pictures. The playback pictures edited with  
picture effects are output via the DV Interface  
(i.LINK) or (USB) jack without effect  
control.  
[a]: Recording  
[b]: Interval  
Touch  
/
to select a  
desired interval time (1 to 120 seconds)  
.
You can save pictures edited using special  
effects on a “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 66) or  
record them on another tape (p. 64).  
Touch [REC START].  
Recording starts and changes to red.  
To interrupt, touch [REC STOP] in step .  
To resume, touch [REC START].  
To cancel, touch [REC STOP], then [END].  
FRAME REC (Frame recording)  
You can record pictures with a stop-motion  
animated effect by alternately frame  
recording and then moving the subject a  
little. Operate your camcorder using the  
Remote Commander to prevent camera  
shake.  
When your camcorder has shot several frames,  
it records them on the tape, after performing  
the END SEARCH function depending on the  
interval length.  
Do not turn off the power or disconnect the  
power source while a message is displayed on  
the screen.  
The camcorder will shoot several frames for  
the first and last shots of the Smooth interval  
recording.  
Smooth interval recording is released when  
approximately 12 hours have elapsed after  
shooting has begun.  
Touch [ON] ( )   
Press REC START/STOP.  
.
A picture (approximately 6 frames) is  
recorded, and your camcorder enters the  
standby mode.  
.
Move the subject and repeat step  
Sounds are not recorded.  
The last few frames may not be recorded if the  
battery or tape has run out.  
• The remaining tape time will not be indicated  
correctly.  
• The last scene will be longer than other scenes.  
There may be discrepancies in the interval.  
If you adjust the focus manually, you can  
record clear pictures even if the light changes  
([FOCUS], p. 42).  
You can silence the recording beep by setting of  
[BEEP] (p.57).  
SMTH INT.REC (Smooth interval  
tape recording)  
Your camcorder will shoot 1 frame of  
the picture at a selected interval and  
keep them in memory until it has stored  
several frames. This function is useful to  
observe the movement of clouds or the  
changes of daylight. These pictures appear  
smooth when played back. Connect your  
camcorder to the wall socket using the  
supplied AC Adaptor for this operation.  
INT.REC-STL  
(Interval photo recording)  
You can record still images on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” at a selected interval.  
This function is useful to observe the  
movement of clouds or the changes in  
daylight, etc.  
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Continued   
PICT.APPLI. menu (Continued)  
[MEMORY STICK]  
Select this to view pictures on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” on the computer or to import  
them to the computer.  
[a]: Recording  
[b]: Interval  
[PictBridge PRINT]  
Select this when you connect the  
camcorder to a PictBridge-compatible  
printer to print out directly (p. 70).  
Touch  
or 10 minutes)   
a desired interval time (1, 5  
[ON]   
.
Press PHOTO fully.  
stops flashing and the interval still  
image recording starts.  
[DV STREAM]  
Select this to view movies on a tape on  
the computer or to import them to the  
computer.  
To cancel [INT.REC-STL], select [OFF]  
in step  
.
[MULTI CONNCT]  
Select this to view pictures on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” or a tape on the computer.  
You can also select this mode to import  
pictures to the computer. This mode is  
convenient since you need not change the  
mode for either media.  
DEMO MODE  
The default setting is [ON], allowing you  
to view the demonstration in about 10  
minutes, after you have removed both a  
cassette and a “Memory Stick Duo” from  
your camcorder, and slide the POWER  
switch down to turn on the CAMERA-  
TAPE lamp.  
[MULTI CONNCT] or [DV STREAM] is  
available only for Windows XP Service Pack1  
(SP1) or Windows XP Service Pack2 (SP2)  
supporting High-Speed USB (USB 2.0) device.  
• The demonstration will be suspended in  
situations such as those described below.  
– When you touch the screen during the  
demonstration. (The demonstration starts  
again in about 10 minutes.)  
– When a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” is  
inserted.  
– When the POWER switch is set to other than  
CAMERA-TAPE.  
PictBridge PRINT  
See page 70.  
USB SELECT  
You can connect the camcorder to a  
personal computer with a USB cable  
(supplied) and view pictures on the  
computer. You can also connect the  
camcorder to a PictBridge-compatible  
printer (p. 70) using this function. Refer  
to “First Step Guide” on the supplied CD-  
ROM for details.  
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EDIT/PLAY menu  
Settings for editing or playing back  
in various modes (VAR.SPD PB/END  
SEARCH, etc.)  
REC CTRL (Movie recording  
control)  
See page 65.  
The default settings are marked with  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
.
See page 36 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
AUD DUB CTRL (Audio dubbing)  
See page 68.  
VAR.SPD PB  
REC MOVIE (Recording control)  
See page 66.  
(Various speed playback)  
You can play back in various modes while  
viewing movies.  
BURN DVD  
Touch the following buttons during  
playback.  
When your camcorder is connected to a  
Sony VAIO series personal computer, you  
can easily burn the picture recorded on the  
tape on a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to  
DVD”) using this command. See “Creating  
a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”)”  
(p. 81) for details.  
To  
Touch  
change the  
playback  
direction*  
(frame)  
play back  
slowly**  
To reverse direction :  
END SEARCH  
(frame)   
EXEC  
play back 2 times  
faster (double  
speed)  
(double speed)  
To reverse direction:  
(frame)   
The most recently recorded picture is  
played back for about 5 seconds and then  
stops automatically.  
(double speed)  
CANCEL  
play back frame  
by frame  
(frame) during  
playback pause.  
To reverse direction:  
(frame) during  
Stops [END SEARCH].  
frame playback.  
* Horizontal lines may appear at the top,  
bottom, or in the center of the screen. This  
is not a malfunction.  
**Pictures output from the DV Interface  
(i.LINK) cannot be played back smoothly  
in slow mode.  
Touch  
To return to the normal playback mode,  
touch (Play/Pause) twice (once from  
.
frame playback).  
You will not hear the recorded sound. You may  
see mosaic-like images of the previously played  
picture.  
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STANDARD SET menu  
Settings while recording on a tape or other  
basic settings (REC MODE/MULTI-SOUND/  
LCD/VF SET/DISP OUTPUT, etc.)  
STEREO  
Plays back with main and sub sound (or  
stereo sound).  
The default settings are marked with  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
.
1
Plays back with main sound or the left  
channel sound.  
See page 36 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
2
Plays back with sub sound or the right  
channel sound.  
REC MODE (Recording mode)  
You can play back, but cannot record a dual  
sound track cassette on your camcorder.  
• The setting returns to [STEREO] when you  
have the power source disconnected from your  
camcorder for more than 5 minutes.  
SP ()  
Records in the SP (Standard Play) mode  
on a cassette.  
LP ()  
Increases the recording time to 1.5 times  
the SP mode (Long Play).  
AUDIO MIX  
You can monitor the sound recorded on  
the tape with audio dubbing or 4CH MIC  
recording during playback.  
• If you record in the LP mode, a mosaic-like  
noise may appear or sound may be interrupted  
when you play back the tape on other  
camcorders or VCRs.  
• When you mix recordings in the SP mode  
and in the LP mode on one tape, the playback  
picture may be distorted or the time code may  
not be written properly between the scenes.  
When playing back an audio dubbed  
recording  
See page 68.  
When playing back a 4CH MIC recording  
AUDIO MODE  
60min  
AUDIO MIX  
0:00:00:00  
12BIT  
ST1/  
FRONT  
ST2/  
REAR  
Records in the 12-bit mode (2 stereo  
sounds).  
16BIT (  
)
Records in the 16-bit mode (1 stereo  
sound with high quality).  
Touch  
to adjust the balance of the  
/
front and rear sound. Then touch  
.
You can monitor the front sound at the  
side, and the rear sound at the  
VOLUME  
Touch  
You can also adjust the setting manually using  
the CAM CTRL dial (p. 23).  
/
to adjust the volume.  
side. Your camcorder cannot output 4ch  
audio simultaneously as it only supports  
2ch audio output. When you set the audio  
balance bar to the center, the front and  
rear sounds are output at equal level.  
The adjusted audio balance returns to the  
default setting in about 5 minutes after the  
battery pack, or other power source has  
been disconnected.  
MULTI-SOUND  
You can select whether to play back audio  
recorded using other devices with dual  
sound or stereo sound.  
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• Sound is recorded in the [STEREO] setting  
if the microphone is not connected, even if  
another setting is selected.  
EXT SUR MIC (External surround  
microphone)  
• Sound is recorded in the 12-bit mode in [4CH  
MIC]. If [AUDIO MODE] has been set to  
You can enjoy 5.1ch surround sound by  
following the procedure below, using an  
optional microphone and a Sony VAIO  
series personal computer.  
[16BIT(  
)], it automatically switches to the  
12-bit mode. The audio mode setting returns to  
the previous settings if you change the setting  
from [4CH MIC] to [WIDE STEREO] or  
[STEREO].  
You can check the recorded front and rear  
sound after recording ([AUDIO MIX], p.54).  
Recording  
Attach the ECM-HQP1 microphone  
(optional) to your camcorder and make a  
recording.  
Your camcorder cannot output 5.1ch surround  
sound.  
Record four audio channels (front-left,  
front-right, rear-left, and rear-right)  
simultaneously.  
• For creating a 5.1ch surround sound compliant  
DVD, you need software and a device that  
supports this function. In the case of Sony  
products, a VAIO series personal computer pre-  
installed with “Click to DVD” (Ver.2.0 or later)  
supports this function.  
Creating DVD  
Create a DVD compliant with 5.1ch  
surround sound playback on a Sony VAIO  
series personal computer using “Click to  
DVD” (Ver.2.0 or later).  
• Some application software bundled with VAIO  
does not allow for 4CH MIC recording signal.  
LCD/VF SET  
The recorded picture will not be affected  
by this operation.  
Playback  
Play back the created DVD on the 5.1ch  
home theater system.  
Connect the ECM-HQP1 microphone  
(optional) to the Active Interface Shoe.  
Refer to the manual of the microphone for  
details.  
LCD BRIGHT  
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD  
screen.  
Select the sound setting.  
Adjust the brightness with  
Touch  
/
.
4CH MIC (  
)
.
Records 4 channel sound, front L/R and  
rear L/R, at the same time by connecting a  
microphone (optional).  
LCD BL LEVEL  
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD  
screen’s backlight.  
WIDE STEREO (  
)
NORMAL  
Standard brightness.  
Records 2 channel sound with more  
presence by connecting a microphone  
(optional).  
BRIGHT  
Brightens the LCD screen.  
STEREO  
Records the stereo sound normally.  
• When you connect your camcorder to outside  
power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically  
selected for the setting.  
• When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is  
slightly reduced during recording.  
• This manual describes how to record. For  
details on creating a DVD (“Click to DVD”  
function), see page 81 or refer to “First Step  
Guide” on the supplied CD-ROM (p. 80).  
You need a compatible accessory such as  
the ECM-HQP1 microphone (optional) to  
record the sound in the [4CH MIC] or [WIDE  
STEREO] setting.  
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Continued   
STANDARD SET menu (Continued)  
VIDEO  
Connects via video plug of the A/V  
connecting cable (supplied).  
LCD COLOR  
You can adjust the color on the LCD screen  
with  
/
.
S VIDEO  
Connects via S VIDEO plug of the A/V  
connecting cable with S VIDEO cable  
(optional).  
Low intensity  
High intensity  
VF B.LIGHT  
You can adjust the brightness of the  
viewfinder.  
TV TYPE  
See page 34.  
NORMAL  
Standard brightness.  
USB CAMERA  
BRIGHT  
When you set [USB CAMERA] to [DV  
STREAM] and connect your camcorder  
to your computer via the USB cable  
(supplied), you can view the picture your  
camcorder is currently seeing on your  
computer like a live camera.  
You can also import the picture to your  
computer. Refer to the “First Step Guide”  
on the supplied CD-ROM for details.  
Brightens the viewfinder screen.  
• When you connect your camcorder to outside  
power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically  
selected for the setting.  
• When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is  
slightly reduced during recording.  
VF WIDE DISP  
You can select how a 16:9 aspect ratio  
picture appears in the viewfinder.  
• [USB CAMERA] is available only for Windows  
XP Service Pack1 (SP1) or Windows XP  
Service Pack2 (SP2) supporting High-Speed  
USB (USB 2.0) device.  
LETTER BOX  
Normal setting (standard type of display)  
SQUEZE (Squeeze)  
DISP GUIDE  
See page 14.  
Expands the picture vertically when black  
bands appear at the top and bottom of the  
screen in 16:9 aspect ratio.  
GUIDEFRAME  
A/VDV OUT  
When you set [A/VDV OUT] (  
to [ON], you can convert the signal to the  
appropriate one by connecting a digital  
device and an analog device to your  
camcorder. See page 84 for details.  
You can display the frame and check that  
the subject is horizontal or vertical by  
setting [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON]. The  
frame is not recorded. Press DISPLAY  
BATT INFO to make the frame disappear.  
)
• Pointing the subject at the cross point of the  
guide frame makes a balanced composition.  
VIDEO INPUT  
Selects the video plug to connect when you  
input the picture from the other device via  
A/V connecting cable.  
DATA CODE  
Displays information recorded  
automatically (data code) during recording.  
OFF  
Data code is not displayed.  
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DATE/TIME  
Displays the date and time.  
REMOTE CTRL (Remote control)  
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to  
use the Remote Commander (p. 32).  
CAMERA DATA (below)  
Displays camera setting data.  
This cannot be selected during Easy  
Handycam operation.  
• Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from  
responding to a command sent by another VCR  
remote control unit.  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
• The setting returns to [ON] when you have  
the power source disconnected from your  
camcorder for more than 5 minutes.  
1
2
AUTO  
100 AWB  
6
5
3
4
F1. 8  
9dB  
REC LAMP (Recording lamp)  
The camera recording lamp will not light  
up during recording when you set this to  
[OFF]. (The default setting is [ON].)  
SteadyShot off*  
Exposure*  
White balance*  
Gain*  
Shutter speed  
Aperture value  
* Appears only during tape playback.  
BEEP  
ON  
A melody sounds when you start/stop  
recording, or operate the touch panel.  
• Camera setting data does not appear when  
movies on a “Memory Stick Duo” are played  
back.  
OFF  
Cancels the melody.  
• The exposure adjustment value (0EV), a shutter  
speed, and the aperture value appear when still  
images on a “Memory Stick Duo” are played  
back.  
DISP OUTPUT  
appears for a picture recorded using a flash.  
LCD PANEL  
Shows displays such as the time code on  
the LCD screen and in the viewfinder.  
• In the DATE/TIME data display, the date and  
time are displayed in the same area. If you  
record a picture without setting the clock, [-- --  
----] and [--:--:--] will appear.  
V-OUT/PANEL  
Shows displays such as the time code on  
the TV screen, LCD screen, and in the  
viewfinder.  
REMAINING  
AUTO  
Displays the remaining tape indicator for  
about 8 seconds in situations such as those  
described below.  
• When you set the POWER switch to PLAY/  
EDIT or CAMERA-TAPE with a cassette  
inserted.  
• When you touch  
(Play/Pause).  
ON  
Always displays the remaining tape  
indicator.  
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Continued   
STANDARD SET menu (Continued)  
TIME/LANGU. menu  
(CLOCK SET/WORLD TIME/LANGUAGE)  
See page 36 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
MENU ROTATE  
NORMAL  
Scrolls the menu items downwards by  
CLOCK SET  
See page 15.  
touching  
.
OPPOSITE  
Scrolls the menu items upwards by  
WORLD TIME  
touching  
.
When using your camcorder abroad, you  
can set the time difference by touching  
A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off)  
/
, the clock will be adjusted in  
accordance with the time difference.  
If you set the time difference to 0, the clock  
returns to the originally set time.  
5 min  
The camcorder is automatically turned off  
when you do not operate your camcorder  
for more than approximately 5 minutes.  
LANGUAGE  
NEVER  
You can select the language to be used on  
the LCD screen.  
The camcorder is not automatically turned  
off.  
You can select from English, Simplified  
English, Traditional-Chinese, Simplified-  
Chinese, French, Spanish, Portuguese,  
German, Dutch, Italian, Greek, Russian,  
Arabic, Persian, or Thai.  
Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]]  
(simplified English) for when you cannot find  
your native tongue among the options.  
• When you connect your camcorder to a wall  
socket, [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to  
[NEVER].  
CALIBRATION  
See page 114.  
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Customizing Personal  
Menu  
You can add desired menu items to  
Personal Menu, and customize Personal  
Menu settings for each POWER switch  
position. This is convenient if you add  
frequently used menu items to Personal  
Menu.  
Deleting a menu item  
1
Touch  
[P-MENU SET UP]  
[DELETE].  
If the desired menu item is not  
Adding a menu item  
displayed, touch  
/
.
You can add up to 28 menu items for each  
POWER switch position. Delete a less  
important menu item, if you want to add  
more.  
60min  
STBY  
Select button to delete.  
0:00:00  
END  
DIAL  
SET  
MENU  
DISP  
GUIDE  
TELE  
MACRO  
1/3  
EXPO-  
SURE  
FADER  
1
Touch  
[P-MENU SET UP]  
[ADD].  
2
3
Touch the menu item that you  
want to delete.  
If the desired menu item is not  
displayed, touch  
/
.
60min  
DELETE  
STBY  
0:00:00  
60min  
STBY  
Select the category.  
0:00:00  
END  
Delete this from  
CAMERA-TAPE mode's  
P-MENU?  
CAMERA SET  
PICT. APPLI.  
EDIT/PLAY  
STANDARD SET  
YES  
NO  
TIME/LANGU.  
OK  
Touch [YES]  
.
2
3
Touch  
/
to select a menu  
category, then touch  
.
You cannot delete [MENU] and [P-MENU  
SET UP].  
60min  
Select the item.  
STBY  
0:00:00  
END  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
EXPOSURE  
WHITE BAL.  
SHARPNESS  
OK  
Touch  
item, then touch  
/
to select a menu  
[YES]  
.
The menu item is added to the end of  
list.  
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Continued   
 
Customizing Personal Menu (Continued)  
Arranging the order of menu items  
displayed on Personal Menu  
1
2
Touch  
[P-MENU SET UP]  
[SORT].  
If the desired menu item is not  
displayed, touch  
/
.
Touch the menu item you want to  
move.  
3
4
Touch  
/
to move the menu  
item to the desired place.  
Touch  
.
To sort more items, repeat steps 2 to 4.  
5
Touch [END]  
.
You cannot move [P-MENU SET UP].  
Initializing the Personal Menu  
settings (Reset)  
Touch  
[P-MENU SET UP]  
[RESET][YES][YES]  
.
If the desired menu item is not displayed,  
touch  
/
.
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Using the CAM CTRL  
dial  
Assignable dial  
1
2
Set the POWER switch to  
CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERA-  
MEMORY.  
CAM CTRL dial *1  
MANUAL button *2  
Press the MANUAL button.  
The indicator of the setting item  
appears on the screen.  
9
1. 2 m  
P-MENU  
*1 You can adjust the assigned item manually.  
*2 Press this button to switch the assigned item  
auto/manual setting.  
• See page 30 for the name and display position  
of the indicators.  
You can assign some of your setting items  
to the CAM CTRL dial and adjust the  
following settings with the dial opeation.  
The settings that can be set with the dial  
operation are the same with those on the  
menu.  
3
Rotate the CAM CTRL dial and  
adjust the setting.  
Adjust the focus manually in case of the  
[FOCUS] setting.  
[FOCUS] is assigned to the CAM CTRL  
dial at the time of purchase.  
Press the MANUAL button again when you  
want to return to the auto setting.  
Items that can be set  
– [FOCUS] (p. 42)  
– [EXPOSURE] (p. 40)  
– [AE SHIFT] (p. 42)  
– [WB SHIFT] (P. 42)  
Changing the item assigned to  
the CAM CTRL dial  
Select the setting item from the [DIAL  
SET] menu to change the item assigned  
to the CAM CTRL dial (p. 45). You  
can assign the item with the following  
procedure as well.  
You can easily change settings only with the  
CAM CTRL dial and the MANUAL button  
while recording.  
• During playback (when the POWER switch is  
set to PLAY/EDIT), you can adjust the volume  
with the CAM CTRL dial (p. 23).  
1
Set the POWER switch to  
CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERA-  
MEMORY.  
Setting with the CAM CTRL dial  
The following is an example of the  
procedure to adjust [FOCUS] setting  
manually. The procedure is the same for  
other setting items.  
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Continued   
 
Using the CAM CTRL dial (Continued)  
2
Press and hold the MANUAL  
button for several seconds.  
The [DIAL SET] screen appears.  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
DIAL SET  
FOCUS  
EXPOSURE  
AE SHIFT  
WB SHIFT  
RESET  
[MANUAL]:EXEC  
3
4
Rotate the CAM CTRL dial and  
select an item to be assigned.  
Press the MANUAL button.  
A message appears and you can set the  
selected item with the dial operation.  
9
EXPOSURE is set  
• Manual settings will be retained even if you  
change an assigned item.  
If [AE SHIFT] and [EXPOSURE] are set at  
the same time, [EXPOSURE] overrides [AE  
SHIFT].  
• If you select [RESET] in Step 3, all the settings  
set manually return to the default setting. The  
item assigned to the CAM CTRL dial returns to  
[FOCUS].  
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Connecting to a VCR or TV  
Connect your camcorder to a VCR or a TV to one of the following connections.  
Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation  
(p. 10). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.  
A/V jack*  
1
A/V  
AUDIO/  
VIDEO jacks  
(Yellow) (White)  
(Red)  
VCRs or TVs  
To S VIDEO jack  
To i.LINK  
(IEEE1394)  
device  
2
i.LINK compliant  
device  
DV  
3
To DV Interface (i.LINK)  
*The A/V jacks are equipped on the Handycam Station  
and the camcorder itself respectively. Connect the  
A/V connecting cable either to your camcorder or to the  
Handycam Station.  
: Signal fllow  
A/V connecting cable (supplied)  
i.LINK cable (optional)  
Connect the A/V connecting cable to your  
camcorder or the Handycam Station. The  
A/V jack works as an input as well as an  
output, switching automatically depending  
on the operational status.  
Use an i.LINK cable (optional) to connect  
your camcorder to another device. The video  
and audio signals are transmitted digitally,  
producing high quality pictures. Note that  
you cannot output the picture and sound  
separately.  
A/V connecting cable with S  
VIDEO (optional)  
• Connect the A/V connecting cable to the output  
jack of a device you are dubbing a picture  
from, or to the input jack of another device for  
dubbing a picture from your camcorder.  
• When you are connecting your camcorder to a  
monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the  
A/V connecting cable to the video jack, and the  
red (right channel) or the white (left channel)  
plug to the audio jack on the VCR or the TV.  
• When you connect a device via an A/V  
connecting cable (supplied), set [DISP  
OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] (the default  
setting) (p. 57) to prevent the screen display  
dubbed with pictures.  
When connecting to another device via the  
S VIDEO jack, by using the A/V connecting  
cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional),  
pictures can be reproduced more faithfully  
than with the supplied A/V cable connection.  
Connect the white and red plugs (left/right  
audio) and S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO  
channel) of an A/V connecting cable  
(optional). In this case, the yellow (standard  
video) plug connection is not necessary. S  
VIDEO connection only will not output  
audio.  
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Continued   
   
Connecting to a VCR or TV  
(Continued)  
Dubbing to another device  
such as a VCR, DVD  
recorder, etc.  
You cannot use [DV STREAM] via the DV  
Interface (i.LINK) and via the (USB) jack at  
the same time. When using the DV Interface  
(i.LINK), disconnect the USB cable (supplied)  
from the (USB) jack.  
You can copy the picture played back on  
your camcorder to other recording devices  
(such as VCRs).  
• While your camcorder is receiving signals from  
another device via an i.LINK cable (optional),  
appears on the LCD screen, and  
while your camcorder is sending signals to  
another device via an i.LINK cable (optional),  
appears on the LCD screen on  
1
2
Connect your VCR to your  
camcorder as a recording device.  
See page 63 for connection details.  
your camcorder.  
Prepare your VCR for recording.  
When dubbing to the VCR, insert a  
cassette for recording.  
When dubbing to the DVD recorder,  
insert a DVD for recording.  
If your recording device has an input  
selector, set it to set it to the appropriate  
input (such as video input1, video  
input2, etc.).  
3
4
Prepare your camcorder for  
playback.  
Insert the recorded cassette.  
Set [TV TYPE] according to the  
playback device (TV, etc.) (p. 34).  
Start the playback on your  
camcorder, and record it on the  
VCR.  
Refer to the operating instructions  
supplied with your recording device for  
details.  
5
When the dubbing is finished,  
stop your camcorder and the  
VCR.  
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Recording pictures from a  
VCR or TV  
• The following cannot be output via the DV  
interface (i.LINK):  
– Indicators  
– [PICT. EFFECT] (p. 50), [D. EFFECT] (p.  
49) or PB zoom (p. 26).  
– Titles that are recorded on other camcorder.  
• To record the date/time and camera settings data  
when connected by the A/V connecting cable  
(supplied), display them on the screen (p. 56).  
You can record pictures or TV programs  
from a VCR or TV on a tape or a “Memory  
Stick Duo.” You can also record a scene as  
a still image on a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
Be sure to insert a cassette or a “Memory  
Stick Duo” for recording in your camcorder  
beforehand.  
You cannot record pictures when the output  
jacks are not equipped on your TV.  
• When connected using an i.LINK cable  
(optional), the recorded picture becomes rough  
when a picture is paused on your camcorder  
while recording to a VCR.  
• When connected using an i.LINK cable  
(optional), data code (date/time/camera  
settings data) may not be displayed or recorded  
depending on the device or application.  
Your camcorder can only record from a  
PAL source. For example, French video or  
TV programs (SECAM) cannot be recorded  
correctly. See page 106 for details on TV color  
systems.  
• If you use a 21-pin adaptor to input PAL source,  
you need a dual direction 21-pin adaptor  
(optional).  
Recording movies  
1
Connect your TV or VCR to your  
camcorder.  
See page 63 for details of connecting.  
• The  
indicator appears when you  
connect your camcorder and other devices  
via an i.LINK cable. (This indicator may  
also appear on your TV.)  
• When using the A/V connecting cable,  
connect your camcorder to the output jacks  
on your TV or VCR.  
2
3
4
If you are recording from a VCR,  
insert a cassette.  
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Operate your camcorder to  
record movies.  
When recording on a tape, touch  
[ REC CTRL][REC PAUSE].  
65  
Continued   
 
Recording pictures from a VCR or  
TV (Continued)  
Dubbing pictures from a  
tape to a “Memory Stick  
Duo”  
You can record movies or still images on a  
“Memory Stick Duo.” Make sure you have  
a recorded tape and a “Memory Stick Duo”  
inserted into your camcorder.  
When recording on a “Memory Stick  
Duo,” touch  
[MENU]  
(EDIT/PLAY)[ REC MOVIE].  
5
Start playing the cassette on your  
VCR, or select a TV program.  
The picture played on the connected  
device appears on the LCD screen of  
your camcorder.  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Search and record the scene you  
want to record.  
6
7
Touch [REC START] at the point  
you want to start recording.  
When you dub pictures as a still image  
Touch  
(PLAY) to play back the  
Stop recording.  
tape, then press PHOTO lightly at the  
scene you want to record. Check the  
image and press it fully.  
When recording on a tape, touch  
(STOP) or [REC PAUSE].  
When you dub pictures as a movie  
When recording on a “Memory Stick  
Duo,” touch [REC STOP].  
Touch  
[MENU]  
(EDIT/PLAY)[ REC MOVIE]  
(PLAY) to play back the tape, then  
touch [REC START] at the point you  
want to start recording.  
8
Touch  
.
At the point you want to stop recording,  
touch [REC STOP]  
(STOP)  
.
Recording still images  
You cannot dub pictures to a “Memory Stick  
Duo” while playing back with [DELAY  
MOTION] selected in [D. EFFECT].  
1
Perform steps 1 to 3 in  
“Recording movies.”  
• The data code recorded on the tape cannot be  
recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.” The  
time and date the picture is recorded on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” will be recorded.  
• The sound is recorded in 32kHz monaural.  
• For the recording time of movies, see page 47.  
• Still images will be fixed to image size [640  
× 360] when playing back the 16:9 picture, or  
[640 × 480] when playing back the 4:3 picture.  
2
Play the video, or receive the TV  
program you want to record.  
The pictures on the VCR or TV appear  
on the screen of your camcorder.  
3
Press PHOTO lightly at the scene  
you want to record. Check the  
image and press it fully.  
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Dubbing sound to a recorded tape  
You can add sound to a tape already recorded in the 12-bit mode (p. 54) without erasing the  
original sound.  
Connecting  
*The A/V jacks are equipped on the Handycam  
Active  
Interface Shoe  
Station and the camcorder itself respectively.  
Connect the A/V connecting cable either to your  
camcorder or to the Handycam Station.  
Internal  
microphone  
A/V connecting cable (supplied)  
(white)  
(red)  
Do not connect  
the Video plug  
(Yellow).  
A/V  
A/V jack*  
AUDIO OUT  
: Signal flow  
Audio device (such as  
CD/MD) players  
You can record audio by connecting in one  
of the following ways.  
– When the tape has been recorded in the LP  
mode.  
– When your camcorder is connected via an  
i.LINK cable (optional).  
– When the tape is recorded in 4CH MIC mode.  
– On blank sections of the tape.  
– When the tape has been recorded in a TV color  
system other than that of your camcorder.  
– When the write-protect tab of the cassette is set  
to SAVE.  
• When you are using the A/V jack or the internal  
microphone, the picture will not be output from  
the A/V jack. Check the picture on the LCD  
screen or the viewfinder.  
An external microphone (optional) to the  
Active Interface Shoe.  
An audio device to the Handycam  
Station or your camcorder using the A/V  
connecting cable.  
Using the internal microphone (no  
connection required).  
The audio input to be recorded takes  
precedence over others in the order of  
.  
You cannot record additional audio:  
– When the tape has been recorded in the 16-bit  
mode (p. 54).  
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Continued   
 
Dubbing sound to a recorded tape (Continued)  
• When you attach an external microphone  
(optional) to the Active Interface Shoe, you can  
5
Touch  
to stop recording.  
(stop) when you want  
check the picture and the sound by connecting  
your camcorder to a TV or other device using  
the A/V connecting cable. However, sound  
you are recording is not output from your  
camcorder. Check the sound using a TV or  
other device.  
To dub on other scenes, repeat step 2  
to select scenes, then touch [AUDIO  
DUB].  
6
Touch  
.
Recording sound  
Insert a recorded cassette into your  
camcorder beforehand.  
• To set the end point for audio dubbing,  
beforehand, press ZERO SET MEMORY  
on the Remote Commander at the scene at  
which you want to stop audio dubbing during  
playback. After step 2 to 4, the recording stops  
automatically at the selected scene.  
You can only record additional audio over a  
tape recorded on your camcorder. The sound  
may deteriorate when you dub audio on a tape  
recorded on other camcorders (including other  
DCR-PC1000E camcorders).  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Touch  
(Play/Pause) to play  
back the tape, then touch it again  
at the point where you want to  
start recording the sound.  
To check the recorded sound  
Play back the tape on which you have  
recorded audio (p. 23).  
3
Touch  
[MENU]   
(EDIT/PLAY) [AUD DUB CTRL]  
[AUDIO DUB].  
Touch  
(STANDARD SET)   
MIX]   
[MENU]   
[AUDIO  
appears  
.
60min  
AUDIO MIX  
0:00:00:00  
60min  
AUD DUB CTRL  
0:00:00:00  
ST1/  
FRONT  
ST2/  
REAR  
AUDIO  
DUB  
Touch  
to adjust the balance of  
/
the original sound (ST1) and the sound  
recorded afterwards(ST2), then touch  
.
4
Touch  
(play) and start  
• The original sound (ST1) is output at the default  
setting.  
playing back the audio you want  
to record at the same time.  
• The adjusted audio balance returns to the  
default setting in about 5 minutes after the  
battery pack or other power sources have been  
disconnected.  
appears while recording the new  
sound in stereo 2 (ST2) during the  
playback of the tape.  
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Deleting recorded pictures  
from the “Memory Stick  
Duo”  
Marking images on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” with  
specific information  
(Image protection/Print mark)  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
When you are using a “Memory Stick  
Duo” with the write-protect tab, make sure  
the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick  
Duo” is not set to the write-protect position  
(p. 108).  
Touch  
.
101  
2 / 10  
MEMORY PLAY  
60min  
101–0001  
1920  
Preventing accidental erasure  
(Image protection)  
You can select and mark images to prevent  
accidental erasure.  
P-MENU  
3
4
Select a picture you want to  
delete with  
1
2
3
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
/
.
• To delete all pictures at once, select [  
ALL ERASE] (p. 47).  
Touch  
[PROTECT].  
Touch  
[YES].  
Touch the image that you want to  
protect.  
• The pictures cannot be restored once they  
are deleted.  
PROTECT  
appears  
You can delete pictures on the index screen (p.  
23). You can easily search for the picture to be  
deleted by displaying 6 pictures at once.  
101–0002  
101  
Touch  
[ DELETE] the picture you  
[YES].  
2/ 10  
OK  
want to delete   
• Pictures cannot be deleted when a “Memory  
Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab is set to  
the write-protect position (p. 108), or when the  
selected picture is protected (p. 69).  
4
Touch  
[END].  
• To cancel image protection, touch the image  
again to cancel image protection in step 3.  
69  
Continued   
 
Marking images on the “Memory  
Stick Duo” with specific information  
(Image protection/Print mark) (Continued)  
Printing recorded images  
(PictBridge compliant printer)  
You can print out pictures using a  
PictBridge compliant printer without  
connecting the camcorder to a computer.  
Selecting still images for  
printing (Print mark)  
The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)  
standard is used to select images for  
printing on your camcorder.  
By marking images that you want to print  
out, you do not need to reselect them when  
you print them out. (You cannot specify the  
number of printouts.)  
Connect the AC Adaptor to the Handycam  
Station to supply power from the wall  
socket.  
Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” on which  
still images are stored into your camcorder  
and insert your camcorder to the Handycam  
Station. Then turn on the power of the  
printer.  
1
2
3
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Connect your camcorder to the  
printer  
[PRINT  
Touch  
MARK].  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Touch the image that you want to  
print out later.  
PRINT MARK  
Touch  
[MENU]  
appears  
(PICT.APPLI.) [USB  
SELECT] [PictBridge PRINT]  
101–0002  
101  
.
2/ 10  
OK  
You can also touch  
[MENU]   
[PICT.APPLI.] [PictBridge PRINT]  
instead of the above.  
[END].  
4
Touch  
3
4
Connect the (USB) jack of the  
Handycam Station to the printer  
using the USB cable (supplied).  
• To cancel Print mark, touch the image again to  
cancel Print mark in step 3.  
• Do not mark images on your camcorder if the  
“Memory Stick Duo” already has some images  
with the Print mark put on using other devices.  
This may change the information of the images  
with the Print mark put on using the other  
device.  
Set the USB ON/OFF switch of  
the Handycam Staion to [ON].  
When [“PictBridge PRINT” connecting]  
appears on the screen, touch  
.
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When connection is complete,  
(PictBridge connecting) appears  
on the screen.  
5
Touch [EXEC] [YES].  
When printing is finished, [Printing...]  
disappears and the image selection  
screen appears again.  
101  
1 / 10  
1920  
PRINT  
101-0001  
END  
Touch [END] when printing is  
completed.  
+
-
SET EXEC  
One of the images stored on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” will be displayed.  
• Refer also to the operating instructions for the  
printer to be used.  
• Do not attempt the following operations when  
is on the screen. The operations may not be  
performed properly.  
• We cannot guarantee the operation of models  
that are not PictBridge compatible.  
– Operating the POWER switch.  
– Remove your camcorder from the Handycam  
Station.  
– Set the USB ON/OFF switch to [OFF].  
– Disconnect the USB cable (supplied) from  
the Handycam Staiton or the printer.  
Printing  
– Removing the “Memory Stick Duo” from  
your camcorder.  
• If the printer stops working, disconnect the  
USB cable (supplied), turn the printer off and  
on again and restart the operation from the  
beginning.  
• If you print a still image recorded with a 16:9  
ratio, left and right ends of the image may be  
cut off.  
• Some printer models may not support the  
date printing function. Refer to your printer’s  
operating instructions for details.  
1
Select the image to be printed  
with  
/
.
2
3
Touch  
[COPIES].  
Select the number of copies to be  
printed with  
/
.
You can set a maximum of 20 copies of  
one image to be printed.  
• We cannot guarantee the printing of images  
recorded with a device other than your  
camcorder.  
4
Touch  
[END].  
• PictBridge is an industry standard established  
by the Camera & Imaging Products Association  
(CIPA). You can print still images without using  
a computer by connecting a printer directly to  
a digital video camera or digital still camera,  
regardless of model or manufacturer.  
To print the date on the image, touch  
[DATE/TIME][DATE] or  
[DAY&TIME]  
.
71  
Jacks to connect external devices  
• The Active Interface Shoe has a safety  
Camcorder  
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.  
1
• When you are recording on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” with an external flash (optional)  
connected to the accessory shoe, turn off  
the power of the external flash to prevent  
charging noise being recorded.  
2
3
You cannot use an external flash (optional)  
and the built-in flash at the same time.  
• When an external microphone (optional)  
is connected, it takes precedence over the  
internal microphone (p. 27).  
LANC jack (blue)  
The LANC control jack is used for  
controlling the tape transport of video  
devices and peripherals connected to it.  
Handycam Station  
8
A/V (audio/video) jack (p. 34, 63, 84)  
DC IN jack (p. 8)  
DV Interface (i.LINK) jack (p. 63, 81)  
(USB) jack  
• When you set the POWER switch to  
PLAY/EDIT and connect the USB cable  
(supplied), the window to check the  
previous connection setting appears. When  
you use the connection setting displayed  
on the screen, touch [OK]. If you touch  
[SETTING], you can change the connection  
setting on the [USB SELECT] (p. 52)  
screen.  
7
DV  
DC IN  
A/V  
4
3
5
6
• When you change the connection setting on  
the [USB SELECT] screen, the window to  
check the connection setting won’t appear.  
Active Interface Shoe  
(p. 67)  
The Active Interface Shoe supplies  
power to optional accessories such as  
a video light, a flash, or a microphone.  
The accessory can be turned on or off  
as you operate the POWER switch on  
your camcorder. Refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with your  
USB ON/OFF switch  
Set the USB ON/OFF switch to [ON] while  
using the USB connection.  
Interface connector  
accessory for details.  
• When you connect an accessory, open the  
shoe cover. Pull up the shoe cover, then  
rotate it to the direction of the arrow to  
open.  
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Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on  
your computer  
When you install the Picture Package  
Copying tape to Video CD  
Ver.1.7 software on a Windows computer  
You can import the entire contents of a tape  
from the supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy  
to create a video CD.  
the following operations by connecting  
your camcorder to your computer.  
Save the images on CD-R  
You can save video and still images copied  
onto a computer to a CD-R.  
• Software and features available for Macintosh  
computers differ from those available for  
Windows computers. For details, refer to  
chapter 6 of “First Step Guide” on CD-ROM.  
For “First Step Guide”, see the next section.  
• There are 2 ways to connect your camcorder to  
a computer.  
Burning Video CD  
You can compose a video CD with a menu  
of videos and slide shows. ImageMixer  
VCD2 is compatible with high resolution  
still images.  
– USB cable (supplied)  
– i.LINK cable (optional)  
• The CD-ROM (supplied) includes the following  
software.  
– USB Driver  
For details on connection, see “First Step  
Guide”.  
– Picture Package Ver.1.7  
– ImageMixer VCD2  
– “First Step Guide”  
About “First Step Guide”  
“First Step Guide” is an instruction manual  
you can refer to on your computer.  
This “First Step Guide” describes basic  
operations, from initial hookup of your  
camcorder and computer and making  
settings, to general operation the first  
time you use the software and “First Step  
Guide” stored on the CD-ROM (supplied).  
After installing the CD-ROM, reading  
“Viewing “First Step Guide”” (p. 80), start  
the “First Step Guide”, then follow the  
instructions.  
Viewing video and pictures on PC  
You can view the video and still images  
copied from your camcorder by selecting  
from thumbnails. Video and still images are  
saved in folders by date.  
Music Video/Slideshow Producer  
About the help function of the  
software  
You can select your favorite video and still  
images from video and still images saved  
on your computer and easily create an  
original short video or original slide show  
with added music and visual styles.  
The Help guide explains all the functions  
of all the software applications. Refer to the  
Help guide for further detailed operations  
after reading the “First Step Guide”  
thoroughly. To display the Help guide, click  
the [?] mark on the screen.  
Automatic Music Video Producer  
You can easily create an original short  
video with added music and visual styles  
using video recorded on a tape.  
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Continued   
 
Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on your computer (Continued)  
Others: (USB) port (This must be  
System requirements  
provided as standard. DV STREAM  
requires Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0).), an  
i.LINK interface (IEEE1394, i.LINK)  
(to connect via an i.LINK cable), disc  
drive (You need a CD-R drive to create  
a video CD.  
For the compatible drive, visit the  
following  
For Windows users  
When using Picture Package  
OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows  
98SE, Windows 2000 Professional,  
Windows Millennium Edition,  
Windows XP Home Edition or  
Windows XP Professional  
URL: http://www.ppackage.com/)  
Standard installation is required.  
Operation is not assured if the above  
OS has been upgraded.  
DV STREAM in USB connection is  
only compatible with Windows XP  
Service Pack1 (SP1) and Service Pack2  
(SP2).  
DV capturing via the i.LINK interface  
is not compatible with Windows 98 and  
Windows 98 SE.  
When playing pictures recorded on a  
“Memory Stick Duo” on a computer  
OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows  
98SE, Windows 2000 Professional,  
Windows Millennium Edition,  
Windows XP Home Edition or  
Windows XP Professional  
Standard installation is required.  
Operation is not assured if the above  
OS has been upgraded.  
CPU: Intel Pentium III 500 MHz or faster  
(800 MHz or faster recommended) (For  
using ImageMixer VCD2, Intel Pentium  
4 1.3 GHz or faster recommended)  
CPU: MMX Pentium 200MHz or faster  
Application: Windows Media Player  
(This must be installed to play back  
movies.)  
Application: DirectX 9.0c or later (This  
product is based on DirectX technology.  
It is necessary to have DirectX  
installed.)  
Others: (USB) port (This must be  
provided as standard), disc drive  
Windows Media Player 7.0 or later  
Macromedia Flash Player 6.0 or later  
For Macintosh users  
When using ImageMixer VCD2  
Sound system: 16 bit stereo sound card  
OS: Mac OS X (v10.1.5 or later)  
and stereo speakers  
CPU: iMac, eMac, iBook, PowerBook,  
Memory: 128 MB or more  
PowerMac G3/G4/G5 series  
Hard disk: Available memory required for  
installation: 500 MB or more  
Available free hard disk space  
recommended: 6 GB or more  
(depending on the size of the image  
files edited)  
Memory: 128 MB or more  
Hard disk: Available memory required for  
installation: 250 MB or more  
Available free hard disk space  
recommended: 4 GB or more  
(depending on the size of the image  
files edited)  
Display: 4 MB VRAM video card,  
Minimum 800 × 600 dots, High  
color (16 bit color, 65 000 colors),  
DirectDraw display driver capability  
(This product will not operate correctly  
at less than 800 × 600 dots, or less than  
256 colors.)  
Display: Minimum 1 024 × 768 dots,  
32 000 colors (This product will not  
operate correctly at less than 1 024 ×  
768 dots or 256 colors.)  
74  
Installing the software and  
“First Step Guide” on a  
computer  
Application: QuickTime 4 or later  
(QuickTime 5 recommended)  
You need to install the software etc., with  
the supplied CD-ROM on your computer  
before connecting your camcorder  
and your computer. Once you install it, the  
installation is not required thereafter.  
The software to be used varies depending  
on the OS system you are using.  
Other: Disc drive  
When only copying pictures recorded on a  
“Memory Stick Duo” on a computer  
OS: Mac OS 9.1/9.2 or Mac OS X (v  
10.0/v 10.1/v 10.2/v 10.3)  
Windows computer: Picture Package  
(including ImageMixer VCD2)  
Macintosh computer: ImageMixer VCD2  
For the details on the software, refer to  
“First Step Guide”.  
Application: QuickTime 3.0 or later (This  
must be installed to play back movies.)  
Others: (USB) port (This must be  
provided as standard)  
• When you connect your camcorder to a  
Macintosh computer using a USB cable  
(supplied), you cannot copy pictures recorded  
on a tape to the computer. To copy recordings  
from a tape, connect your camcorder to the  
computer with an i.LINK cable (optional) and  
use the standard software in the OS.  
Installing on a Windows  
computer  
Log on as Administrators for installation  
for Windows 2000/Windows XP.  
1
2
Confirm that your camcorder is  
not connected to the computer.  
Turn on the computer.  
Close all applications running on the  
computer before installing the software.  
3
Place the CD-ROM in the disc  
drive of your computer.  
The installation screen appears.  
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Installing the software and “First Step Guide” on a computer (Continued)  
If the screen does not appear  
7
Read [License Agreement], check  
[I accept the terms of the license  
agreement] when you agree, then  
click [Next].  
Double-click [My Computer].  
Double-click [PICTUREPACKAGE]  
(Disc drive).*  
* Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary  
depending on the computer.  
4
Click [Install].  
8
9
Select where to save the  
software, then click [Next].  
Depending on the operating system  
on the computer, a message appears  
notifying you that “First Step Guide”  
cannot be installed automatically with  
the InstallShield Wizard. In such a  
case, manually copy “First Step Guide”  
to your computer according to the  
message’s instructions.  
Click [Install] on the [Ready to  
Install the Program] screen.  
5
6
Select the language for the  
application to be installed, then  
click [Next].  
The installation of Picture Package  
starts.  
Click [Next].  
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Click [Next].  
10  
Click [Next] to install the “First  
Step Guide.”  
Depending on the computer, this screen  
may not be displayed. In such a case,  
skip to step 11.  
Click [Finish].  
Follow the on-screen instructions until  
installation of “First Step Guide” is  
complete.  
13  
Follow the steps below to install  
USB driver for using DV STREAM.  
11  
Click [Next], then follow the  
on-screen instructions until  
installation of ImageMixer VCD2  
is complete.  
Only displayed with Windows XP  
Service Pack1 (SP1). Otherwise skip to  
step 14.  
Click [Next].  
12  
If the [Installing Microsoft (R)  
DirectX(R)] screen is displayed,  
follow the steps below to install  
DirectX 9.0c. If not, skip to step  
13.  
Read [License Agreement], check [I  
Agree] when you agree, then click  
[Next].  
Read [License Agreement], then click  
[Next].  
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Installing the software and “First Step Guide” on a computer (Continued)  
Click [Finish].  
Click [Next].  
Read [License Agreement], check [I  
Agree] when you agree, then click  
[Next].  
14  
Make sure [Yes, I want to restart  
my computer now.] is checked,  
then click [Finish].  
Click [Finish].  
The computer turns off once, then starts  
up again automatically (Restart). The  
short-cut icons for [Picture Package  
Menu] and [Picture Package Menu  
destination Folder] (and “First Step  
Guide”, if installed by steps 10) appear  
on the desktop.  
16  
Remove the CD-ROM from the  
disc drive of your computer.  
• If you have any questions about Picture  
Package, contact information is listed on page  
80.  
15  
Follow the steps below to  
update DirectX 9.  
Only displayed with Windows XP  
Service Pack1 (SP1).  
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Installing on a Macintosh  
computer  
1
Confirm that your camcorder is  
not connected to the computer.  
2
3
Turn on the computer.  
Close all applications running on the  
computer before installing the software.  
Place the CD-ROM in the disc  
drive of your computer.  
4
5
Double-click CD-ROM icon.  
Copy “FirstStepGuide.pdf,stored  
in the desired language in the  
[FirstStepGuide] folder, to your  
computer.  
6
Copy [IMXINST.SIT] in the [MAC]  
folder of the CD-ROM to a folder  
of your choice.  
7
8
9
Double-click [IMXINST.SIT] in the  
folder it was copied to.  
Double-click the unzipped  
[ImageMixerVCD2_Install].  
When the user acceptance screen  
is displayed, enter your name and  
password.  
The installation of ImageMixer VCD2  
starts.  
• For details on how to use ImageMixer VCD2,  
refer to software’s on-line help.  
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Viewing “First Step Guide”  
For inquires about this software  
Pixela User Support Center  
Displaying “First Step Guide”  
Starting up on a Windows computer  
Viewing with Microsoft Internet Explorer  
Ver.6.0 or later is recommended.  
Pixela Home Page  
Windows: http://www.ppackage.com/  
Macintosh: http://www.ImageMixer.com/  
North America (Los Angeles) Telephone:  
+1-213-341-0163  
Double-click the  
icon on the desktop.  
Europe (U.K.) Telephone:  
+44-1489-564-764  
Asia (Philippines) Telephone:  
+63-2-438-0090  
On Copyrights  
You can also start by selecting [Start],  
[Programs] ([All Programs] for  
Windows XP), [Picture Package], and  
[First Step Guide], then start up [First  
Step Guide].  
Music works, sound recording or other  
third party musical contents you may  
acquire from CDs, the Internet or other  
sources (the “Music Contents”) are the  
copyrighted work of the respective owners  
thereof and are protected by copyright laws  
and other applicable laws of each country/  
region. Except to the extent expressly  
permitted by applicable laws, you are  
not permitted to use (including,  
without limitation, copying, modifying,  
reproducing, uploading, transmitting or  
placing to the external network accessible  
to the public, transferring, distributing,  
lending, licensing, selling and publishing)  
any of the Music Contents without  
obtaining authorization or approval of  
the respective owners thereof. License  
of Picture Package by Sony Corporation  
would not be construed as conferring to  
you by implication, estoppel or otherwise,  
any license or right to use the Music  
Contents.  
• To view “First Step Guide” in HTML  
without using automatic installation,  
copy the desired language folder from the  
[FirstStepGuide] folder on the CD-ROM,  
and then double-click “index.html”.  
• Refer to “FirstStepGuide.pdf” located in  
your desired language in the following  
cases:  
– When printing “First Step Guide”  
– When “First Step Guide” is not displayed  
correctly due to the browser setting even  
in recommended environment.  
– When the HTML version of “First Step  
Guide” is not installed automatically.  
Starting up on a Macintosh computer  
Double-click “FirstStepGuide.pdf.  
To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is  
needed. If it is not installed on your  
computer, you can download it from the  
Adobe Systems web page:  
http://www.adobe.com/  
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Creating a DVD (Direct  
Access to “Click to DVD”)  
You can create DVDs when you connect  
your camcorder to a Sony VAIO series  
computer* that supports “Click to DVD”  
via an i.LINK cable (optional). The picture  
is automatically copied and written to a  
DVD.  
*Note that you need a Sony VAIO  
computer equipped with a DVD drive  
that can be used to write DVDs. You also  
need the computer with “Click to DVD  
Ver.1.2” (Sony original software) or later  
installed.  
The following procedures describe how  
to create a DVD from a picture recorded  
on a tape. For system and operation  
requirements, visit the following URL:  
Using the Direct Access to “Click to  
DVD” function for the first time  
The Direct Access to “Click to DVD”  
function enables you to copy pictures  
recorded on a tape to a DVD easily if your  
camcorder is connected to a computer.  
Before operating the Direct Access to  
“Click to DVD” function, follow the steps  
below to start “Click to DVD Automatic  
Mode Launcher.”  
Turn on the computer.  
Click the start menu, then select [All  
Programs].  
Select [Click to DVD] from the programs  
displayed, then click [Click to DVD  
Automatic Mode Launcher].  
Europe  
http://www.vaio-link.com/  
USA  
http://ciscdb.sel.sony.com/perl/select-p-  
n.pl  
Asia Pacific Regional  
http://www.css.ap.sony.com/  
Korea  
http://scs.sony.co.kr/  
Taiwan  
http://vaio-online.sony.com/tw/vaio/  
China  
http://www.sonystyle.com.cn/vaio/  
Thailand  
http://www.sony.co.th/vaio/index.html  
Latin America  
[Click to DVD Automatic Mode  
Launcher] starts up.  
• After you start up [Click to DVD  
Automatic Mode Launcher] once, from  
then on it starts up automatically when  
you turn on your computer.  
http://vaio-online.sony.com/  
• [Click to DVD Automatic Mode  
Launcher] is set up for each Windows XP  
user.  
to i.LINK  
(IEEE1394)  
connector  
i.LINK cable  
(optional)  
1
2
Turn on the computer.  
Close all applications running with an  
i.LINK.  
to DV  
Interface  
(i.LINK)  
DV  
Prepare the power source for the  
camcorder.  
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the  
power source since it takes a few hours  
to create a DVD.  
You can only use an i.LINK cable  
(optional) for this operation. You cannot  
use a USB cable (supplied).  
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Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”) (Continued)  
CAPTURING: The picture recorded  
on the tape is being copied to the  
computer.  
3
Slide the POWER switch down to  
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
CONVERTING: The picture is being  
converted to the MPEG2 format.  
WRITING: The picture is being written  
onto the DVD.  
4
5
Insert a recorded cassette into  
your camcorder.  
• If you use a DVD-RW/+RW which has  
other data stored on it, the message [This  
is a recorded disc. Delete and overwrite?]  
appears on the LCD screen of your  
camcorder. When you touch [EXEC], the  
existing data is erased and new data is  
written.  
Connect the Handycam Station  
to a computer via an i.LINK cable  
(optional) (p. 81).  
• When you connect your camcorder to  
a computer, make sure you insert the  
connector in the correct direction. If you  
insert the connector forcibly, it may be  
damaged, and causes a malfunction of your  
camcorder.  
9
Touch [NO] to finish creating a  
DVD.  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
BURN DVD  
COMPLETED  
• For details, see “First Step Guide”.  
C r e a t e a n o t h e r  
c o p y ?  
D i s c t r a y o p e n s .  
6
Touch  
[MENU]   
YES  
NO  
(EDIT/PLAY) [BURN DVD]   
.
The disc tray comes out automatically.  
To create another DVD with the same  
content, touch [YES].  
The disc tray comes out. Place a new  
writable DVD in the disc drive. Then,  
repeat step 8 and 9.  
“Click to DVD” starts up and the  
on-screen instructions appear on your  
computer.  
7
8
Place a writable DVD in the disc  
drive of the computer.  
To cancel the operation  
Touch [CANCEL] on the LCD screen on  
your camcorder.  
You cannot cancel the operation after  
[Finalizing DVD.] is displayed on the LCD  
screen of your camcorder.  
Touch [EXEC] on the screen of  
your camcorder.  
60min  
BURN DVD  
START  
0:00:00:00  
CREATE DVD?  
• Do not disconnect the i.LINK cable (optional)  
or set the POWER switch to another mode on  
your camcorder until the picture is completely  
copied to the computer.  
EXEC  
CANCEL  
• When [CONVERTING] or [WRITING] is  
displayed on the screen, capturing of pictures  
has already finished. Even if you disconnect  
the i.LINK cable or turn off the camcorder at  
this stage, DVD creation will continue on your  
computer.  
The status of the operation on your  
computer is displayed on the LCD  
screen of your camcorder.  
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• When any of the following occurs, copying of  
the picture is canceled. A DVD containing the  
data up to the point the operation was canceled  
is created. Refer to the help files of “Click to  
DVD Automatic Mode Launcher” for details.  
– When there is a blank portion of 10 seconds  
or longer on the tape.  
– When the data of the tape contains a date  
before the recording date of the later images.  
– When normal and wide size pictures are  
recorded on the same tape.  
You cannot operate your camcorder in the  
following situations:  
– While playing back a tape  
– While recording images onto a “Memory  
Stick Duo”  
– When “Click to DVD” is started up from the  
computer  
– When [A/VDV OUT] in the menu setting  
of your camcorder is set to [ON].  
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Connecting an analog VCR to the computer via your  
camcorder (Signal convert function)  
Using the A/V connecting cable and an i.LINK cable (optional) or a USB cable (supplied),  
you can convert an analog signal output from an analog device such as a VCR to a digital  
signal and transfer it to a digital device, such as a computer, via your camcorder.  
Software that can record the video signal must be installed on your computer beforehand.  
A/V jack*  
*The A/V jacks are equipped on the  
Handycam Station and the camcorder  
itself respectively. Connect the  
1
A/V connecting cable either to your  
camcorder or to the Handycam Station.  
A/V  
(Yellow) (White) (Red)  
VCRs  
Computer  
To S VIDEO jack  
To i.LINK (IEEE  
1394) jack  
2
DV Interface (i.LINK)  
i.LINK  
DV  
(IEEE 1394) jack  
3
4
(USB) jack  
(USB) jack  
i.LINK cable (optional)  
A/V connecting cable (supplied)  
Use an i.LINK cable (optional) to connect  
your camcorder to another device. The video  
and audio signals are transmitted digitally,  
producing high quality pictures. Note that  
you cannot output the picture and sound  
separately.  
Connect the A/V connecting cable to your  
camcorder or the Handycam Station. The A/V  
jack accepts analog signals.  
A/V connecting cable with S  
VIDEO (optional)  
When connecting to another device via the  
S VIDEO jack, by using the A/V connecting  
cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional),  
pictures can be reproduced more faithfully  
than with the supplied A/V cable connection.  
Connect the white and red plugs (left/right  
audio) and S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO  
channel) of an A/V connecting cable  
(optional). In this case, the yellow (standard  
video) plug connection is not necessary. S  
VIDEO connection only will not output  
audio.  
USB cable (supplied)  
You can connect your camcorder and your  
computer with a USB cable (supplied).  
You can use a USB cable (supplied) only  
for Windows XP Service Pack1 (SP1)  
or Windows XP Service Pack2 (SP2)  
supporting High-Speed USB (USB 2.0)  
device.  
You cannot convert an analog signal to  
digital via the DV Interface (i.LINK)  
and via the (USB) jack at the same time.  
Be sure not to connect an i.LINK cable  
(optional) and a USB cable (supplied) at the  
same time.  
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• While your camcorder is sending signals  
to other device, appears on  
the LCD screen when using the i.LINK  
cable (optional). While sending such signals  
when using the USB cable (supplied),  
also appears.  
4
5
Start playback on the analog  
video unit.  
Start capturing procedures on  
your computer.  
Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL]  
on the menu (p. 57) beforehand. (The  
default setting is [LCD PANEL].) Connect  
the camcorder and the video device using  
the A/V connecting cable or the A/V  
connecting cable with the S VIDEO cable  
attached beforehand.  
When connecting the camcorder and the  
computer using a USB cable (supplied)  
Be sure not to connect a USB cable (supplied)  
at this time.  
Regarding operation, refer to the  
operating instructions supplied with the  
software or the on-line help.  
After capturing images and sound, stop  
capturing procedures on your computer,  
and stop playback on the analog video  
unit.  
When connecting the camcorder and  
the computer using an i.LINK cable  
(optional)  
• Video Capturing Tool in the bundled software  
Picture Package supports the signal convert  
function. When you use this function, remove a  
cassette tape from your camcorder.  
Connect an i.LINK cable beforehand.  
• The bundled software ImageMixer VCD2 does  
not support the signal convert function.  
You may not be able to output the pictures  
correctly depending on the condition of the  
analog video signal input to your camcorder.  
1
2
Turn on the analog video unit.  
Slide the POWER switch of your  
camcorder down to turn on the  
PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
You cannot transfer pictures with copyright  
protection signals to a computer.  
• When you are using a USB cable (supplied)  
or an i.LINK cable (optional) to connect your  
camcorder to a computer, make sure you insert  
the connectors in the correct direction. If you  
insert the connectors forcibly, they may be  
damaged, and cause a malfunction of your  
camcorder.  
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the  
power source.  
3
On the LCD screen, touch  
[MENU]  
(STANDARD  
SET) [A/V DV OUT] [ON]  
.
When using a USB cable (supplied)  
Touch [MENU](PICT.  
APPLI.)[USB SELECT][DV  
STREAM], then connect the camcorder  
to the computer using a USB cable  
(supplied).  
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Troubleshooting  
If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot  
the problem. If the problem persists, remove the power source and contact your Sony dealer.  
Overall operations/Easy Handycam  
The power does not turn on.  
• The battery pack is discharged, running low, or not attached to the camcorder.  
• Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 8).  
• Use the AC Adaptor to connect to a wall socket (p. 8).  
• Insert your camcorder into the Handycam Station correctly (p. 9).  
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.  
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket or remove the battery pack, then reconnect  
it after about 1 minute. If the functions still do not work, press the RESET button (p. 26)  
using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press the RESET button, all settings, including the  
clock setting, are reset, except the Personal Menu items.)  
Buttons do not work.  
• During Easy Handycam operation, the available buttons are limited (p. 21).  
You cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off.  
• During recording or communicating with another device via USB cable (supplied), you  
cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off.  
Settings change during Easy Handycam operation.  
• During Easy Handycam operation, the settings of the functions that are not displayed on the  
screen return to their defaults. Previously made settings are restored when you cancel the  
Easy Handycam operation.  
[DEMO MODE] does not start.  
• Eject the cassette and “Memory Stick Duo” from your camcorder (p. 16, 17).  
The camcorder gets warm.  
• The camcorder may get warmer while you use it. This is not a malfunction.  
Batteries/Power sources  
The power abruptly turns off.  
• When approximately 5 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate your camcorder, the  
camcorder is automatically turned off (A.SHUT OFF). Change the setting of [A.SHUT OFF]  
(p. 58), or turn on the power again (p. 12), or use the AC Adaptor.  
• Charge the battery pack (p. 8).  
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The CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged.  
• Slide the POWER switch up to (CHG) OFF (p. 9).  
• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 8).  
• No power is supplied from the wall socket. (p. 8).  
• Insert your camcorder into the Handycam Station correctly (p. 9).  
• The battery charge is completed (p. 9).  
The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged.  
• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly. If the problem persists, disconnect the  
AC Adaptor from the wall socket and contact your Sony dealer.The battery pack may be  
damaged.  
The power turns off frequently although the remaining battery time indicator  
indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate.  
• A problem has occurred in the remaining battery time indicator, or the battery pack has not  
been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again to correct the indication (p. 8).  
The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.  
• The temperature of the environment is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been  
charged enough. This is not a malfunction.  
• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new  
one. It may be damaged (p. 8, 110).  
• The indicated time may not be correct depending on the environment of use. When you open  
or close the LCD panel, it takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery time.  
The battery pack is quickly discharged.  
• The temperature of the environment is too high or low, or the battery pack has not been  
charged enough. This is not a malfunction.  
• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new  
one. It may be damaged (p. 8, 110).  
A problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor.  
• Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket. Then, connect it  
again.  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
LCD screen/viewfinder  
An unknown picture appears on the LCD screen or viewfinder.  
• The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p. 52). Touch the LCD screen or insert a cassette or a  
“Memory Stick Duo” to cancel [DEMO MODE].  
An unknown indicator appears on the screen.  
• Refer to the indicator list (p. 101).  
The picture remains on the LCD screen.  
• This occurs if you disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket or remove the battery  
pack without turning off the power first. This is not a malfunction.  
You cannot turn the LCD backlight off.  
• During Easy Handycam operation (p. 20), you cannot turn the LCD backlight on/off using  
the DISPLAY BATT INFO.  
The buttons do not appear on the touch panel.  
• Touch the LCD screen lightly.  
• Press DISPLAY BATT INFO on your camcorder (or DISPLAY on the Remote Commander)  
(p. 14).  
The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not work at all.  
• Adjust the screen ([CALIBRATION]) (p. 114).  
• If you change the aspect ratio of the picture, the aspect ratio of the buttons of the touch panel  
and indicators will switch to the selected one (p. 18).  
The picture in the viewfinder is not clear.  
• Use the viewfinder lens adjustment lever to adjust the lens (p. 13).  
The picture in the viewfinder has disappeared.  
• Close the LCD panel. The picture is not displayed in the viewfinder when the LCD panel is  
open (p. 13).  
Cassette tapes  
The cassette cannot be ejected from the compartment.  
• Make sure the power source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connected correctly (p. 8).  
• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then attach it again (p. 10).  
• Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 8).  
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The cassette is not ejected even when the cassette lid is open.  
• Moisture condensation is starting in your camcorder (p. 113).  
The Cassette Memory indicator or title display does not appear while using a  
cassette with Cassette Memory.  
• This camcorder does not support Cassette Memory, so the indicator does not appear.  
The remaining tape indicator is not displayed.  
• Set [  
REMAINING] to [ON] to always display the remaining tape indicator (p. 57).  
The cassette is noisier during rewinding or fast-forwarding.  
• When using the AC adaptor, rewind/fast forward speed increases (compared with battery  
operation) and therefore increases noise.  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
You cannot operate functions using the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the CAMERA-MEMORY or PLAY/EDIT lamp  
(p. 12).  
• Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder (p. 17).  
• If you use a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted on a computer, format it on your camcorder (p.  
108).  
The picture is played back in the wide angle mode.  
• The recording angle when the power switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY is wider than  
when it is set to CAMERA-TAPE.  
Pictures cannot be deleted.  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 108)  
• Cancel image protection on the picture (p. 69).  
• The maximum number of pictures that you can delete at one time is 100.  
You cannot delete all pictures at once.  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 108)  
• Cancel image protection on the pictures (p. 69).  
You cannot format the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 108)  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
Image protection cannot be applied.  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 108)  
• Perform the operation again on the index screen (p. 69).  
You cannot mark pictures for print.  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 108)  
• Perform the operation again on the index screen (p. 70).  
• The maximum number of pictures you can mark for print is 999.  
• Movies cannot be marked for print.  
The data file name is not indicated correctly.  
• Only the file name is displayed if the directory structure does not conform to the universal  
standard.  
• The file is damaged.  
• The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 108).  
The data file name flashes.  
• The file is damaged.  
• The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 108).  
Recording  
Refer also to “Adjusting the image during recording” (p. 92) and “Memory Stick Duo”  
section (p. 89).  
The tape does not start when you press REC START/STOP.  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp (p. 22).  
• The tape has reached the end. Rewind it, or insert a new cassette.  
• Set the write-protect tab to REC or insert a new cassette (p. 107).  
• The tape is stuck to the drum due to moisture condensation. Remove the cassette and leave  
your camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-insert the cassette (p. 113).  
You cannot record on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 108)  
• The capacity is full. Delete unnecessary pictures recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.” (p.  
69)  
• Format the “Memory Stick Duo” on your camcorder or insert another “Memory Stick Duo.”  
(p. 47)  
• In the following settings, still images cannot be recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” during  
tape recording.  
– [PROGRES.REC]  
– [SMTH INT.REC]  
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You cannot record a smooth transition on a tape from the last recorded scene  
to the next.  
• Note the following.  
– Perform END SEARCH. (p. 31)  
– Do not remove the cassette. (The picture will be recorded continuously without a break  
even when you turn the power off.)  
– Do not record pictures in SP mode and LP mode on the same tape.  
– Avoid stopping then recording a movie in the LP mode.  
The shutter sound is not heard when you record a still image.  
• Set [BEEP] to [ON] (p. 57).  
The internal flash does not work.  
You cannot use the internal flash with:  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [D. EFFECT]  
– [PROGRES.REC]  
– [BURST]  
– When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-TAPE  
• Even if auto flashing or  
flash with:  
(Auto redeye reduction) is selected, you cannot use the internal  
– [SPOTLIGHT], [SUNSET&MOON], and [LANDSCAPE] of [PROGRAM AE]  
– [EXPOSURE]  
– [SPOT METER]  
• When attaching a conversion lens (optional) or a filter (optional) to the camcorder, the flash  
light does not emit light since the flash light has been blocked.  
The external flash (optional) does not work.  
• The power of the flash is not turned on, or the flash is not attached correctly.  
• The external flash (optional) does not work when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-  
TAPE.  
[END SEARCH] does not work.  
• The cassette was ejected after recording (p. 31).  
• The cassette is new and has nothing recorded.  
[END SEARCH] does not work correctly.  
• There is a blank section in the beginning or middle of the tape. This is not a malfunction.  
Smooth interval recording stops/[Smooth interval rec discontinued due to  
error.] appears and recording stops.  
• The video head may be dirty. Use a cleaning cassette (optional).  
• Try again from the beginning.  
• Use a Sony mini DV cassette.  
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Adjusting the image during recording  
Refer also to “Menu” (p. 95).  
The auto focus does not function.  
• Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO] (p. 42).  
• The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p. 42).  
[STEADYSHOT] does not function.  
• Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 44).  
The BACK LIGHT function does not function.  
• The BACK LIGHT function is canceled when you set [EXPOSURE] to [MANUAL] (p. 40)  
or select [SPOT METER] (p. 40).  
• The BACK LIGHT function does not work during Easy Handycam operation.  
The [FLASH LEVEL] cannot be changed.  
• [FLASH LEVEL] cannot be changed during Easy Handycam operation (p. 43).  
[DIGITAL ZOOM] does not function.  
• [DIGITAL ZOOM] does not function when you set [TELE MACRO] to [ON].  
Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the screen.  
• The spots appear when you are recording in [SLOW SHUTTR], or [COLOR SLOW S]. This  
is not a malfunction.  
The subjects passing by the frame might appear crooked.  
• This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Because of the way  
the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the subjects passing by the frame  
rapidly might crooked depending on the recording conditions.  
The picture appears too dark on the screen, and the subject does not appear  
on the screen.  
• The LCD backlight is turned off. Press and hold DISPLAY BATT INFO for a few seconds to  
turn on the backlight (p. 13).  
The picture appears bright, horizontal black bands appear, or changes in color  
occurs.  
• This occurs when recording pictures under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury  
lamp. This is not a malfunction. Cancel [PROGRAM AE] (p.40) or [PROGRES.REC] (p.44)  
to lessen the symptom.  
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Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.  
• Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] (p. 44).  
Playback  
If you are playing back the pictures stored on a “Memory Stick Duo,” refer also to the  
“Memory Stick Duo” section (p. 89).  
You cannot play back the tape.  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
• Rewind the tape (p. 23).  
The pictures stored on a “Memory Stick Duo” are not played back in the actual  
size or aspect ratio.  
• Pictures recorded on other devices may not appear in the actual size. This is not a  
malfunction.  
• If you play back a movie recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo” with a 16:9 ratio, the black  
bands will appear at the top and bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction.  
Image data stored on a “Memory Stick Duo” cannot be played back.  
• Image data cannot be played back if you have modified files or folders, or have edited the  
data on a computer. (The file name flashes in that case.) This is not a malfunction (p. 109).  
• Pictures recorded on other devices may not be played back. This is not a malfunction (p.  
109).  
Horizontal lines appear on the picture.The displayed pictures are not clear or  
do not appear.  
• Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 113).  
You cannot hear the sound recorded with 4CH MIC REC.  
• Adjust [AUDIO MIX] (p. 54).  
Fine patterns flicker, diagonal lines look jagged.  
• Adjust [SHARPNESS] to the  
(soften) side (p. 41).  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
No sound or only a low sound is heard.  
• Set [MULTI-SOUND] to [STEREO] (p. 54).  
• Turn up the volume (p. 23).  
• Adjust [AUDIO MIX] from the [ST2/REAR] (additional sound) side until the sound is heard  
appropriately (p. 68).  
• When you are using an S VIDEO plug, make sure the red and white plugs of the A/V  
connecting cable are connected as well (p. 34).  
The sound breaks off.  
• Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 113).  
“---” is displayed on the screen.  
• The tape you are playing was recorded without setting the date and time.  
• A blank section on the tape is being played.  
• The data code on a tape with a scratch or noise cannot be read.  
Noises appear and  
is displayed on the screen.  
• The tape was recorded in a TV color system other than that of your camcorder (PAL). This is  
not a malfunction (p. 106).  
Date Search does not work correctly.  
• If one day’s recording is less than 2 minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the  
point where the recording date changes.  
• There is a blank section in the beginning or middle of the tape. This is not a malfunction.  
Remote Commander  
The supplied Remote Commander does not function.  
• Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [ON] (p. 57).  
• Remove any obstructions between the Remote Commander and the remote sensor.  
• Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead  
lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly.  
• Insert a new battery. Insert a battery into the battery holder with the +/– polarities correctly  
matching the +/– marks. (p. 115).  
• Remove the conversion lens (optional) as the remote sensor may be obstructed by it.  
Another VCR malfunctions when you use the supplied Remote Commander.  
• Select a commander mode other than VTR 2 for your VCR, or cover the sensor of your VCR  
with black paper.  
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Menu  
Menu items are grayed out.  
You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback situation.  
You cannot use [PROGRAM AE].  
You cannot use [PROGRAM AE] together with:  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [TELE MACRO]  
You cannot use [SPOT METER].  
You cannot use [SPOT METER] together with:  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
• If you set [PROGRAM AE], [SPOT METER] is automatically set to [AUTO].  
You cannot use [EXPOSURE].  
You cannot use [EXPOSURE] together with:  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [CINEMA EFECT] in [D. EFFECT]  
• If you set [PROGRAM AE], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [AUTO].  
You cannot adjust [SHARPNESS].  
You cannot adjust [SHARPNESS] with [CINEMA EFECT] of [D. EFFECT].  
You cannot use [SPOT FOCUS].  
You cannot use [SPOT FOCUS] together with [PROGRAM AE].  
You cannot use [TELE MACRO].  
You cannot use [TELE MACRO] together with:  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
– Recording a movie on a tape or “Memory Stick Duo.”  
[COLOR SLOW S] does not operate correctly.  
You cannot use [COLOR SLOW S] together with:  
– [FADER]  
– [D. EFFECT]  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
– [EXPOSURE]  
– [SPOT METER]  
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You cannot use [PROGRES.REC].  
You cannot use [PROGRES.REC] with [CINEMA EFECT] of [D. EFFECT].  
You cannot use [FADER].  
You cannot use [FADER] together with:  
– [SELF-TIMER]  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [D. EFFECT]  
– [FRAME REC]  
– [SMTH INT.REC]  
You cannot use [D. EFFECT].  
You cannot use [D. EFFECT] together with:  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [FADER]  
You cannot use [CINEMA EFECT], [SLOW SHUTTR], and [OLD MOVIE] together with  
[PROGRAM AE] (except [AUTO]).  
You cannot use [OLD MOVIE] together with:  
– [PICT. EFFECT]  
You cannot use [CINEMA EFECT] together with:  
– [EXPOSURE] set to [MANUAL]  
– Other than 0 in [AE SHIFT]  
– [PROGRES.REC]  
– [PICT. EFFECT]  
You cannot use [SMTH INT.REC].  
You cannot use [SMTH INT.REC] when you use [CINEMA EFECT] or [DELAY  
MOTION] from [D. EFFECT].  
You cannot use [SKINTONE] on the [PICT. EFFECT] menu.  
• [PICT. EFFECT] cannot be set to [SKINTONE] while using the BACK LIGHT function.  
[HISTOGRAM] is not displayed.  
• [HISTOGRAM] is not displayed in the following.  
– While using [EXP.FOCUS]  
– While displaying the date and time  
– While operating the camcorder with Easy Handycam operation  
indicator appears and [HISTOGRAM] is not displayed in the following.  
– While using [DIGITAL ZOOM]  
– While using [D.EFFECT]  
[AE SHIFT] cannot be operated.  
• [AE SHIFT] cannot be selected when [EXPOSURE] is set to [MANUAL].  
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Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other devices  
Pictures output from the camcorder do not appear on the screen of the  
connected device.  
• When attaching the camcorder to the Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover on the  
camcorder, and then fully insert the camcorder into the Handycam Station in the correct  
direction securely (p. 9).  
Pictures from connected devices are not displayed on the LCD screen or the  
viewfinder.  
• Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] (p. 57).  
You cannot input a signal to your camcorder if you press DISPLAY BATT INFO while  
[DISP OUTPUT] is set to [V-OUT/PANEL] (p. 57).  
Pictures from connected devices cannot be zoomed.  
You cannot zoom the pictures from connected devices on your camcorder (p. 26).  
Time code and other information appear on the display of the connected  
device.  
• Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] while connected with an A/V connecting cable (p.  
57).  
You cannot dub correctly using the A/V connecting cable.  
• Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] (p. 57).  
• The A/V connecting cable is not connected properly. Make sure that the A/V connecting  
cable is connected to the proper jack, i.e. to the output jack of a device you are dubbing  
a picture from, or to the input jack of another device for dubbing a picture from your  
camcorder.  
New sound added to a recorded tape is not heard.  
• Adjust [AUDIO MIX] from the [ST1/FRONT] (original sound) side until the sound is heard  
appropriately (p. 68).  
Still pictures cannot be dubbed from a tape to a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
You cannot record or a distorted picture may be recorded if the tape has been used repeatedly  
for recording.  
Movies cannot be dubbed from a tape to a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
You cannot record or a distorted picture may be recorded in the following situations:  
– The tape has a blank section.  
– The tape has been used repeatedly for recording.  
– The input signal has been interrupted or cut.  
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You cannot input pictures.  
You cannot input pictures while [DISP OUTPUT] is set to [V-OUT/PANEL] (p. 57).  
You cannot input pictures if you press the DISPLAY BATT INFO button.  
The picture gets disturbed or dark, or the sounds get distorted.  
• A/V connecting cables are connected to both your camcorder and the Handycam Station.  
Disconnect one of the A/V connecting cables.  
Connecting to a computer  
The computer does not recognize your camcorder.  
• Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, then connect it again securely.  
• Set the USB ON/OFF switch on the Handycam station to [ON] (only when connected using  
a USB cable (supplied)).  
• Insert you camcorder into the Handycam Station correctly (p. 9).  
• Disconnect USB devices other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the  
(USB) jack on the computer.  
• Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer, then connect  
them again correctly.  
An error message appears when you place the supplied CD-ROM in your  
computer.  
• Set the computer display as follows:  
– Windows: 800 × 600 dots or more, High Color (16 bits, 65 000 colors or more)  
– Macintosh: 1 024 × 768 dots or more, 32 000 colors or more  
You cannot monitor video that the camcorder is capturing.  
• Disconnect the cable from the computer, turn on the camcorder, then connect it again.  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp on your camcorder  
and select [DV STREAM] on the [USB CAMERA] menu. (Only when connecting to the  
Windows computer with a USB cable (supplied))  
• The USB connection is available only with Windows XP Service Pack1 (SP1) or Service  
Pack2 (SP2) supporting High-Speed USB (USB 2.0) device.  
You cannot use DV STREAM via the USB connection and the i.LINK connection at the  
same time.  
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You cannot view the video recorded on a tape on the computer.  
• Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again.  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp on your camcorder and  
select [DV STREAM] or [MULTI CONNCT] on the [USB SELECT] menu. (Only when  
connecting to the Windows computer with a USB cable (supplied))  
• The USB connection is available only with Windows XP Service Pack1 (SP1) or Service  
Pack2 (SP2) supporting High-Speed USB (USB 2.0) device.  
You cannot use DV STREAM via the USB connection and the i.LINK connection at the  
same time.  
You cannot view the video recorded on a tape on a Macintosh computer.  
• When you connect your camcorder to a Macintosh computer using a USB cable (supplied),  
you cannot copy pictures recorded on a tape to the computer. To copy recordings from a  
tape, connect your camcorder to the computer with an i.LINK cable (optional) and use the  
standard software in the OS.  
You cannot view the video and still images recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo”  
on the computer.  
• Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” in the correct direction, then push it all the way in.  
You cannot use an i.LINK cable (optional). Connect the camcorder and the computer using  
the USB cable (supplied).  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp on your camcorder and set  
[USB SELECT] to [MEMORY STICK] on the menu (p. 52).  
• The computer does not recognize the “Memory Stick Duo” during camcorder operations  
such as tape playback or editing. Finish any camcorder operations before connecting the  
camcorder to the computer.  
The “Memory Stick” icon ([Removable Disk] or [Sony MemoryStick]) does not  
appear on the computer screen.  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp on your camcorder.  
• Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder.  
• Disconnect the USB device other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the  
(USB) jack on the computer.  
• Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp and set [USB SELECT] to  
[MEMORY STICK] on the menu (p. 52).  
• The computer does not recognize the “Memory Stick Duo” during camcorder operations  
such as tape playback or editing. Finish camcorder operations before connecting the  
camcorder to the computer.  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
You cannot copy video and still images to the Windows computer.  
• Display pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” with the following procedures.  
1 Double-click [My Computer].  
2 Double-click the icon for the newly recognized drive [Removable Disk (F:)] ([Sony  
MemoryStick]). It may take some time until the drive is recognized. If the computer does  
not recognize it, the USB driver may be installed incorrectly.  
3 Double-click the desired image file.  
[Cannot start Easy Handycam with USB connected] or [Cannot cancel Easy  
Handycam with USB connected] appears on the screen of your camcorder.  
You cannot start or cancel the Easy Handycam settings while the USB cable (supplied) is  
connected. Disconnect the USB cable (supplied) from your camcorder first.  
Picture Package does not function correctly.  
• Close Picture Package, then restart the computer.  
An error message appears while operating Picture Package.  
• Close Picture Package first, then slide the POWER switch on your camcorder to turn on  
another lamp.  
The CD-R drive is not recognized or data cannot be written on the CD-R in  
Picture Package Auto Video, Producer, CD Backup, or VCD Maker.  
• For compatible drives, visit the following URL:  
http://www.ppackage.com/  
“First Step Guide” is not displayed correctly.  
• Follow the procedure below and refer to “First Step Guide” (FirstStepGuide.pdf).  
1 Place the supplied CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer.  
2 Double-click [My Computer].  
3 Right-click [PICTUREPACKAGE] (Disc drive)*.  
* Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer.  
4 Click [Explorer].  
5 Double-click [FirstStepGuide].  
6 Double-click the desired language folder.  
7 Double-click “FirstStepGuide.pdf.”  
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Warning indicators and messages  
• The file is unreadable (p. 108).  
Self-diagnosis display/Warning  
indicators  
(Battery level warning)  
If indicators appear on the LCD screen or  
in the viewfinder, check the following.  
Some symptoms you can fix by yourself.  
If the problem persists even after you have  
tried a couple of times, contact your Sony  
dealer or local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
• The battery pack is nearly used up.  
• Depending on the operating,  
environment, or battery conditions,  
may flash, even if there are  
approximately 5 to 10 minutes  
remaining.  
(Moisture condensation warning)*  
C:(or E:) :(Self-diagnosis  
• Eject the cassette, remove the power  
source, and then leave it for about 1  
hour with the cassette lid open (p. 113).  
display)  
C:04:  
• The battery pack is not an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. Use an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 110).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
“Memory Stick Duo”)  
C:21:  
• “Memory Stick Duo” is not inserted (p.  
17).  
• Moisture condensation has occurred.  
Remove the cassette and leave your  
camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-  
insert the cassette (p. 113).  
(Warning indicators pertaining to  
“Memory Stick Duo”)*  
C:22:  
• Clean the head using a cleaning  
cassette (optional) (p. 113).  
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is damaged.  
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is not  
formatted correctly (p. 47).  
C:31:/ C:32:  
• Symptoms that are not described above  
have occurred. Remove and insert the  
cassette, then operate your camcorder  
again. Do not perform this procedure if  
moisture starts to condense (p. 113).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”)*  
• An incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”  
is inserted (p. 108).  
• Remove the power source. Reconnect  
it again and operate your camcorder  
again.  
• Change the cassette. Press RESET (p.  
26), and operate your camcorder again.  
(Warning indicators pertaining to  
the tape)  
Slow flashing:  
• There is less than 5 minutes remaining  
on the tape.  
• No cassette is inserted.*  
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is  
set to lock (p. 107).*  
E:61:/ E:62:/ E:91:  
• Contact your Sony dealer or local  
authorized Sony service facility. Inform  
them of the 5-digit code, which starts  
from “E.”  
Fast flashing:  
• The tape has run out.*  
101-1001(Warning indicator  
pertaining to files)  
• The file is damaged.  
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Warning indicators and messages (Continued)  
* You hear a melody when the warning indicators  
appear on the screen (p. 57).  
(Eject cassette warning)*  
Slow flashing:  
Description of warning  
messages  
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is  
set to lock (p. 107).  
Fast flashing:  
• Moisture condensation has occurred (p.  
113).  
If messages appear on the screen, follow  
the instructions.  
• The self-diagnosis display code is  
displayed (p. 101).  
Battery  
Use the “ InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
(p. 110).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
image deletion)*  
• The image is protected (p. 69).  
Battery level is low.  
• Change the battery (p. 8, 110)  
(Warning indicator pertaining  
to the write-protect of the “Memory  
Stick Duo”)*  
Old battery. Use a new one (p. 110).  
• The write-protect tab on the “Memory  
Stick Duo” is set to lock (p. 108).  
Re-attach the power source (p. 8).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
the flash)  
Moisture condensation  
Slow flashing:  
• Still charging  
  
Moisture condensation. Eject the  
cassette (p. 113)  
Fast flashing:  
• The self-diagnosis display code is  
displayed (p. 101).*  
• There is something wrong with the  
flash.  
Moisture condensation.Turn off  
for 1H (p. 113).  
Cassette/Tape  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
camera-shake warning)  
• The amount of lights is not sufficient,  
so camera-shake easily occurs. Use  
the flash.  
Insert a cassette (p. 16).  
• The camcorder is unsteady, so  
camera-shake easily occurs. Hold the  
camcorder steady with both hands and  
shoot the image. However, note that  
the camera-shake warning indicator  
does not disappear.  
Reinsert the cassette.  
• Check if the cassette is damaged.  
  
The tape is locked - check the  
tab (p. 107).  
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The tape has reached the end.  
No file.  
• No file is recorded or there is no  
• Rewind or change the tape.  
readable file on the “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
Memory Stick folders are full.  
Insert a Memory Stick (p. 17).  
You cannot create folders exceeding  
999MSDCF. You cannot delete created  
folders using your camcorder.  
You will have to format the “Memory  
Stick Duo” (p. 47), or delete them  
using your computer.  
Reinsert the Memory Stick.  
• Reinsert the “Memory Stick Duo” a  
few times. If even then the indicator  
flashes, the “Memory Stick Duo”  
might be damaged. Try with another  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
Cannot record still images on  
Memory Stick (p. 108).  
This is a read-only Memory Stick.  
Cannot record movies on Memory  
Stick (p. 108).  
• Insert a writable “Memory Stick Duo.”  
Incompatible type of Memory  
Stick.  
PictBridge compliant printer  
• A type of “Memory Stick Duo”  
incompatible with your camcorder is  
inserted (p. 108).  
Check the connected device.  
• Switch off the printer and switch it on  
again, then disconnect the USB cable  
(supplied) and reconnect it.  
This Memory Stick is not  
formatted correctly.  
• Check the format, then format the  
“Memory Stick Duo” as necessary (p.  
47, 108).  
Connect the camcorder to a  
PictBridge compatible printer.  
• Switch off the printer and switch it on  
again, then disconnect the USB cable  
(supplied) and reconnect it.  
Cannot record.The Memory Stick is  
full.  
• Delete unnecessary images (p. 69).  
Error. Cancel the task.  
• Check the printer.  
The Memory Stick is locked.  
Check the tab (p. 108).  
Cannot print. Check the printer.  
• Switch off the printer and switch it on  
again, then disconnect the USB cable  
(supplied) and reconnect it.  
Cannot playback. Reinsert the  
Memory Stick (p. 17).  
Cannot record. Reinsert the Memory  
Stick (p. 17).  
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Warning indicators and messages (Continued)  
Flash  
Cannot add audio (p. 68).  
You cannot add sound to the tape  
recorded with 4CH MIC REC.  
Charging… Cannot record still  
images.  
You are trying to record a still image  
while charging the flash (optional).  
Cannot use 4CH MIC REC (p. 55).  
• Disconnect the external 4CH  
microphone (optional) once, then  
connect it again.  
Lens accessory attached. Cannot  
use flash.  
Dirty video head. Use a cleaning  
• A conversion lens (optional) or a  
filter (optional) is attached to your  
camcorder, the flash light does not emit  
light (p. 91).  
cassette (p. 113).  
Cannot start Easy Handycam.  
Cannot cancel Easy Handycam (p.  
86).  
Lens cover  
Lens cover not fully open.Turn  
power off then on (p.22).  
USB is invalid in this mode during  
Easy Handycam  
You cannot use USB when the POWER  
switch is set to CAMERA-TAPE.  
Lens cover is not closed.Turn the  
power off once (p. 12).  
HDV recorded tape. Cannot  
playback.  
Others  
Your camcorder cannot play back this  
format. Play back the tape with the  
equipment that recorded it.  
Cannot record due to copyright  
protection (p. 107).  
HDV recorded tape. Cannot add  
audio.  
Cannot add audio. Disconnect the  
i.LINK cable (p. 67).  
Your camcorder does not allow you  
to add audio on a section of a tape  
recorded in HDV format.  
Not recorded in SP mode. Cannot  
add audio (p. 67).  
Disconnect one AV cable.  
• A/V connecting cables are connected to  
both the camcorder and the Handycam  
Station. Disconnect one of them.  
Not recorded in 12-bit audio. Cannot  
add audio (p. 67).  
Cannot add audio on the blank  
portion of a tape (p. 67).  
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i.LINK connected. No DV streaming  
by USB.  
You cannot perform DV streaming  
using the USB connection while using  
the i.LINK connection. Finish the DV  
streaming, disconnect the i.LINK cable  
(optional), then connect the USB cable  
(supplied) (p. 52).  
DV streaming by USB... Cannot use  
i.LINK.  
• The i.LINK connection cannot be  
used while performing DV streaming  
using USB function. Finish the DV  
streaming, disconnect the USB cable  
(supplied), then connect the i.LINK  
cable (optional) (p. 52).  
Hi-Speed USB not supported. No DV  
streaming by USB.  
• DV movie streaming is only  
compatible with Windows XP Service  
Pack1 (SP1) or Service Pack2 (SP2)  
supporting High-Speed USB (USB 2.0)  
device (p.52).  
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Using your camcorder  
abroad  
Power supply  
Simple setting of the clock by time  
difference  
You can easily set the clock to the local  
time by setting a time difference when  
using your camcorder abroad. Select  
You can use your camcorder in any  
countries/regions using the AC Adaptor  
supplied with your camcorder within the  
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range.  
[WORLD TIME] in the  
LANGU.) menu, then set the time  
difference (p. 58).  
(TIME/  
On TV color systems  
Your camcorder is a PAL system-based  
camcorder. If you want to view the  
playback picture on a TV, it must be a PAL  
system based TV (see the following list)  
with an AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.  
System  
Used in  
PAL  
Australia, Austria, Belgium,  
China, Czech Republic,  
Denmark, Finland, Germany,  
Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary,  
Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New  
Zealand, Norway, Poland,  
Portugal, Singapore, Slovak  
Republic, Spain, Sweden,  
Switzerland, Thailand, United  
Kingdom, etc.  
PAL - M  
PAL - N  
SECAM  
Brazil  
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay.  
Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran,  
Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine,  
etc.  
NTSC  
Bahama Islands, Bolivia,  
Canada, Central America,  
Chile, Colombia, Ecuador,  
Guyana, Jamaica, Japan, Korea,  
Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan,  
the Philippines, the U.S.A.,  
Venezuela, etc.  
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Usable cassette tapes  
You can use mini DV format cassettes only.  
To prevent accidental erasure  
Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to  
set it to SAVE.  
Use a cassette with the  
mark.  
is a trademark.  
Your camcorder is not compatible with  
cassettes with Cassette Memory.  
To prevent a blank section from being  
made on the tape  
Go to the end of the recorded section using  
END SEARCH (p. 31) before you begin  
the next recording in the following cases:  
You have played back the tape.  
REC: The cassette can be  
recorded.  
SAVE: The cassette cannot  
be recorded (write-protected).  
REC  
SAVE  
You have used EDIT SEARCH.  
When labeling the cassette  
Copyright signal  
Be sure to place the label only on  
the locations shown in the following  
illustration so as not to cause a malfunction  
of your camcorder.  
When you play back  
If the cassette you play back on your  
camcorder contains copyright signals, you  
cannot copy it to a tape in another video  
camera connected to your camcorder.  
Do not put a label  
along this border.  
When you record  
You cannot record software on your  
camcorder that contains copyright control  
signals for copyright protection of  
software. [Cannot record due to copyright  
protection.] appears on the LCD screen, or  
on the viewfinder if you try to record such  
software. Your camcorder does not record  
copyright control signals on the tape when  
it records.  
Labeling position  
After using the cassette  
Rewind the tape to the beginning to avoid  
distortion of the picture or the sound. The  
cassette should then be put in its case, and  
stored in an upright position.  
When cleaning the gold-plated  
connector  
Notes on use  
Generally, clean the gold-plated connector  
on a cassette with a cotton-wool swab after  
every 10 times it has been ejected.  
If the gold-plated connector on the cassette  
is dirty or dusty, the remaining tape  
indicator may not be indicated correctly.  
When not using your camcorder for a  
long time  
Remove the cassette and store it.  
Gold-plated connector  
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About the “Memory Stick”  
A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable  
IC recording medium with a data capacity  
that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk.  
You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo,”  
which is about the half size of a standard  
“Memory Stick” in your camcorder.  
However, appearance on the list below does  
not guarantee the operation of all types of  
“Memory Stick Duo” in your camcorder.  
– MOV00001: This file name appears on the  
screen on your camcorder.  
– MOV00001.MPG: This file name appears on  
the display of a computer.  
• A “Memory Stick Duo” formatted by a  
computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have  
guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder.  
• Data read/write speed may vary depending on  
the combination of the “Memory Stick” and  
“Memory Stick” compliant product you use.  
Recording/  
Types of “Memory Stick”  
Playback  
On a “Memory Stick Duo” with a  
write-protect tab  
“Memory Stick”  
You can prevent accidental erasure of  
images when you slide the write-protect tab  
on the “Memory Stick Duo” with a small  
tapered object, to the write-protect position.  
The “Memory Stick Duo” supplied with  
your camcorder is not equipped with a  
write-protect tab.  
“Memory Stick Duo”*1  
“MagicGate Memory Stick”  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
*2*3  
(MagicGate/Parallel Transfer)*1  
“MagicGate Memory Stick  
Duo” *1  
*3  
Notes on use  
Image data may be damaged in the  
following cases. Compensation for  
damaged image data will not be made.  
• If you eject the “Memory Stick Duo,” turn  
the power off on your camcorder, or remove  
the battery pack for replacement while your  
camcorder is reading or writing image files  
on the “Memory Stick Duo” (while the access  
lamp is lit or flashing).  
“Memory Stick PRO”  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” *1  
*2*3  
*1 A “Memory Stick Duo” is about half the size of  
a standard “Memory Stick.”  
*2 The types of “Memory Stick” that support high  
speed data transfer. The speed of data transfer  
varies depending on the device to be used.  
*3  
“MagicGate” is a copyright protection  
• If you use the “Memory Stick Duo” near  
magnets or magnetic fields.  
technology that records and transfers the  
contents in an encrypted format. Note that data  
that uses “MagicGate” technology cannot be  
recorded or played on your camcorder.  
It is recommended you make a back-up  
of important data on the hard disk of a  
computer.  
• Still image format: Your camcorder compresses  
and records image data in the JPEG (Joint  
Photographic Experts Group) format. The file  
extension is “.JPG.”  
• Movie format: Your camcorder compresses  
and records picture data in the MPEG (Moving  
Picture Experts Group) format. The file  
extension is “.MPG.”  
• File names of still images:  
– 101- 0001: This file name appears on the  
screen of your camcorder.  
– DSC00001.JPG: This file name appears on  
the display of a computer.  
• File names of movies:  
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• Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo adaptor  
without a “Memory Stick Duo” attached. Doing  
so may result in malfunctions of the unit.  
On handling a “Memory Stick”  
Keep the following in mind when handling  
a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Be careful not to apply excessive force when  
writing on a memo area on a “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
• Do not attach a label or the like on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” or a Memory Stick Duo adaptor.  
On a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
• The maximum memory capacity of a “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” that can be used on your  
camcorder is 1 GB.  
• When you carry or store a “Memory Stick  
Duo,” put it in its case.  
• Do not touch, or allow metallic objects to come  
into contact with the terminals.  
• Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory  
Stick Duo.”  
On image data compatibility  
• Image data files recorded on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” by your camcorder conform to  
the Design Rule for Camera File Systems  
universal standard established by the JEITA  
(Japan Electronics and Information Technology  
Industries Association).  
• On your camcorder, you cannot play back still  
images recorded on other devices (DCR-  
TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that do not  
conform to the universal standard. (These  
models are not sold in some regions.)  
• Do not let the “Memory Stick Duo” get wet.  
• Be careful to keep “Memory Stick Duo” media  
out of the reach of small children. There is  
danger that a child might swallow it.  
• If you cannot use a “Memory Stick Duo”  
that has been used with another device,  
format it with your camcorder (p. 47). Note  
that formatting erases all information on the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
On a location for use  
Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick  
Duo” in the following locations.  
• Places subject to extremely high temperature,  
such as a car parked outside in the summer.  
• Places under direct sunlight.  
You may not be able to play back images with  
your camcorder:  
– When playing back image data modified on  
your computer.  
• Places with extremely high humidity or subject  
to corrosive gases.  
– When playing back image data recorded with  
other devices.  
On the Memory Stick Duo adaptor  
(supplied)  
After inserting a “Memory Stick Duo”  
into the Memory Stick Duo adaptor, you  
can use it with a standard “Memory Stick”  
compliant device.  
• When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with a  
“Memory Stick” compliant device, be sure to  
insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into a Memory  
Stick Duo adaptor.  
• When inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” into  
a Memory Stick Duo adaptor, make sure the  
“Memory Stick Duo” is inserted facing in the  
correct direction, then insert it all the way in.  
Note that improper use may damage the device.  
Also, if you force the “Memory Stick Duo”  
into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot in the wrong  
direction, the “Memory Stick Duo” slot may be  
damaged.  
• Do not insert anything other than a “Memory  
Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot.  
Doing so may cause a malfunction.  
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About the  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery  
pack  
• Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent  
playback, fast forward or rewind operation  
wears out the battery pack faster.  
We recommend using a large capacity battery  
pack: NP-FA70 (optional).  
• Be sure to set the POWER switch to (CHG)  
OFF when not recording or playing back  
on your camcorder. The battery pack is also  
consumed when your camcorder is in recording  
standby or playback pause.  
This unit is compatible with an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (A series).  
Your camcorder operates only with an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.  
“InfoLITHIUM” A series battery packs  
have the  
mark.  
• Have spare battery packs ready for two or  
three times the expected recording time, and  
make trial recordings before making the actual  
recording.  
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The  
battery pack is not water resistant.  
What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery  
pack?  
An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a  
lithium-ion battery pack that has functions  
for communicating information related  
to operating conditions between your  
camcorder and an optional AC Adaptor/  
charger.  
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
calculates the power consumption  
according to the operating conditions of  
your camcorder, and displays the remaining  
battery time in minutes.  
About the remaining battery time  
indicator  
• When the power goes off even though the  
remaining battery time indicator indicates  
that the battery pack has enough power to  
operate, charge the battery pack fully again.  
The indication on the remaining battery time  
will be indicated correctly. Note, however,  
that the battery indication will not be restored  
if it is used in high temperatures for a long  
time, or if left in a fully charged state, or when  
the battery pack is frequently used. Use the  
remaining battery time indication as a guide to  
the approximate shooting time.  
• The mark that indicates low battery flashes  
even if there are still 5 to 10 minutes of battery  
time remaining, depending on the operating  
conditions or ambient temperature and  
environment.  
To charge 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°C to 30°C  
(50 °F to 86 °F) until the CHG (charge) lamp  
turns off. If you charge the battery pack outside  
of this temperature range, you may not be able  
to charge it efficiently.  
To use the battery pack effectively  
About storage of the battery pack  
• Battery pack performance decreases when the  
surrounding temperature is 10°C (50 °F) or  
below, and the length of time you can use the  
battery pack becomes shorter. In that case, do  
one of the following to use the battery pack for  
a longer time.  
– Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up,  
and insert it in your camcorder right before  
you start taking shots.  
• If the battery pack is not used for a long time,  
fully charge the battery pack and use it up on  
your camcorder once a year to maintain proper  
function. To store the battery pack, remove it  
from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool  
place.  
• To discharge the battery pack on your  
camcorder completely, set [A.SHUT OFF]  
– Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-FA70  
(optional).  
to [NEVER] on the  
(STANDARD  
SET) menu and leave your camcorder in tape  
recording standby until the power goes off (p.  
58).  
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About i.LINK  
The DV Interface on this unit is an i.LINK-  
compliant DV Interface. This section  
describes the i.LINK standard and its  
features.  
About 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 depending on how it  
is stored and the operating conditions and  
environment for each battery pack.  
What is i.LINK?  
i.LINK is a digital serial interface for  
transferring digital video, digital audio,  
and other data to other i.LINK-compatible  
devices. You can also control other devices  
using the i.LINK.  
i.LINK-compatible devices can be  
connected using an i.LINK cable  
(optional). Possible applications are  
operations and data transactions with  
various digital AV devices.  
When two or more i.LINK-compatible  
devices are connected to this unit in a daisy  
chain, operations and data transactions are  
possible with not only the device that this  
unit is connected to but also with other  
devices via the directly connected device.  
Note, however, that the method of  
operation sometimes varies according to  
the characteristics and specifications of the  
device to be connected. Also, operations  
and data transactions may not be possible  
on some connected devices.  
• Normally, only one device can be connected to  
this unit with the i.LINK cable (optional). When  
connecting this unit to an i.LINK-compatible  
device having two or more DV Interfaces, refer  
to the operating instructions of the device to be  
connected.  
• i.LINK is a more familiar term for the IEEE  
1394 data transport bus proposed by Sony, and  
is a trademark approved by many corporations.  
• IEEE 1394 is an international standard  
standardized by the Institute of Electrical and  
Electronics Engineers.  
About the i.LINK Baud rate  
i.LINK's maximum baud rate varies  
according to the device. There are three  
types.  
S100 (approx. 100Mbps*)  
S200 (approx. 200Mbps)  
S400 (approx. 400Mbps)  
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About i.LINK (Continued)  
Maintenance and  
precautions  
On use and care  
The baud rate is listed under  
“Specifications” in the operating  
instructions of each piece of equipment. It  
is also indicated near the i.LINK interface  
on some devices.  
The baud rate may differ from the indicated  
value when the unit is connected to a  
device with a different maximum baud rate.  
• Do not use or store the camcorder and  
accessories in the following locations.  
– Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never leave  
them exposed to temperatures above 60°C  
(140 °F), such as under direct sunlight, near  
heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They  
may malfunction or become deformed.  
– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical  
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.  
* 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 100 Mbps means that 100  
megabits of data can be sent in one second.  
– Near strong radio waves or radiation.  
The camcorder may not be able to record  
properly.  
– Near AM receivers and video equipment.  
Noise may occur.  
– On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If  
sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may  
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction  
cannot be repaired.  
– Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD  
screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may be  
exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the  
inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen.  
To use i.LINK functions on this unit  
For details on how to dub when this unit is  
connected to other video devices having a  
DV Interface, see page 63.  
This unit can also be connected to other  
i.LINK (DV Interface) compatible devices  
made by Sony (e.g. a VAIO series personal  
computer) as well as to video devices.  
Before connecting this unit to your  
– Anywhere very humid.  
• Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery  
pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).  
computer, make sure that application  
software supported by this unit is already  
installed on your computer.  
Some i.LINK compatible video devices,  
such as Digital Televisions, DVD,  
MICROMV or HDV recorders/players are  
not compatible with DV devices. Before  
connecting to other devices, be sure to  
confirm whether the device is compatible  
with a DV device or not. For details on  
precautions and compatible application  
software, refer also to the operating  
instructions for the device to be connected.  
• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories  
recommended in these operating instructions.  
• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,  
from rain or sea water. If your camcorder  
gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this  
malfunction cannot be repaired.  
• If any solid object or liquid gets inside the  
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it  
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it  
any further.  
• Avoid rough handling, disassembling,  
modifying, physical shock, or impact such  
as hammering, dropping or stepping on the  
product. Be particularly careful of the lens.  
• Keep the POWER switch setting to (CHG) OFF  
when you are not using your camcorder.  
About the required i.LINK cable  
• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for  
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause  
heat to build up inside.  
Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable  
(during DV dubbing).  
• When disconnecting the mains lead, pull it by  
the plug and not the cord.  
• Do not damage the mains lead such as by  
placing anything heavy on it.  
• Keep metal contacts clean.  
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• Keep the Remote Commander and button-type  
battery out of children’s reach. If the battery  
is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor  
immediately.  
• If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked,  
– consult your local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
– wash off any liquid that may have contacted  
your skin  
– if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with  
plenty of water and consult a doctor.  
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 humid place as shown  
below.  
• When you bring your camcorder from a ski  
slope into a place warmed up by a heating  
device.  
• When you bring your camcorder from an  
air conditioned car or room into a hot place  
outside.  
• When you use your camcorder after a squall or  
a shower.  
When not using your camcorder for a  
long time  
• Occasionally turn it on and let it run such as by  
playing back tapes for about 3 minutes.  
• When you use your camcorder in a hot and  
humid place.  
• Use up the battery pack completely before  
storing it.  
How to prevent moisture condensation  
When you bring your camcorder from a  
cold place into a warm place, put your  
camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it  
tightly. Remove the bag when the air  
temperature inside the plastic bag has  
reached the surrounding temperature (after  
about one hour).  
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  
state, 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, [Moisture  
condensation. Eject the cassette.] or [  
Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H.]  
appears. The indicator will not appear when  
the moisture condenses on the lens.  
Video head  
• When the video head becomes dirty, you cannot  
record pictures normally, or distorted picture or  
sound is played back.  
• If the following problem occurs, clean the video  
heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM-  
12CLD cleaning cassette (optional).  
If moisture condensation has 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 lid open. Your  
camcorder can be used again if or   
does not appear when the power is turned  
on again.  
If moisture starts to condense, your  
camcorder sometimes cannot detect  
condensation. If this happens, the cassette  
is sometimes not ejected for 10 seconds  
after the cassette lid is opened. This is not  
a malfunction. Do not close the cassette lid  
until the cassette is ejected.  
– Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback  
picture or the screen is displayed in blue.  
– Playback pictures do not move.  
– Playback pictures do not appear or the sound  
breaks off.  
– [Dirty video head. Use a cleaning  
cassette.] appears on the screen during  
recording.  
– [Dirty video head. Use a cleaning  
cassette.] appears on the screen during  
playback.  
• The video head suffers from wear after long  
use. If you cannot obtain a clear image even  
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Maintenance and precautions (Continued)  
after using a cleaning cassette, it might be  
Touch the “×” displayed on the screen with  
because the video head is worn. Please contact  
your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony  
service facility to have the video head replaced.  
the corner of the supplied “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
Touch [CANCEL] to cancel.  
LCD screen  
• Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD  
screen, as it may cause damage.  
The position of the “×” changes. If you did  
not press the right spot, start from step  
again.  
• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a  
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.  
This is not a malfunction.  
You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is  
rotated.  
• While using your camcorder, the back of  
the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a  
malfunction.  
On handling the casing  
• If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body  
with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,  
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.  
To clean the LCD screen  
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen  
dirty, it is recommended you use a soft  
cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD  
Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the  
cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen.  
Use cleaning paper moistened with the  
liquid.  
• Avoid the following to avoid damage to the  
finish.  
– Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,  
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent and  
insecticide.  
– Handling with above substances on your  
hands.  
– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or  
vinyl objects for a long period of time.  
On adjustment of the LCD screen  
(CALIBRATION)  
The buttons on the touch panel may not  
work correctly. If this happens, follow the  
procedure below. It is recommended you  
connect your camcorder or the Handycam  
Station to the wall socket using the  
supplied AC Adaptor during the operation.  
About care and storage of the lens  
• Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft  
cloth in the following instances:  
– When there are fingerprints on the lens  
surface.  
– In hot or humid locations  
Slide the POWER switch down to turn on  
the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
– When the lens is exposed to salty air such as  
at the seaside.  
Disconnect cables other than that of the  
AC Adaptor from your camcorder or the  
Handycam Station, then eject the cassette  
and “Memory Stick Duo” from your  
camcorder.  
• Store in a well-ventilated location subject to  
little dirt or dust.  
• To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as  
described above. It is recommended that you  
operate your camcorder about once a month to  
keep it in optimum state for a long time.  
Touch  
[MENU]   
(STANDARD SET) [CALIBRATION]  
.
To charge the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery  
Your camcorder has a pre-installed  
The screen changes to 16:9 ratio when  
using 4:3 ratio.  
rechargeable battery to retain the date,  
time, and other settings even when the  
POWER switch is set to (CHG) OFF. The  
pre-installed rechargeable battery is always  
charged while your camcorder is connected  
to the wall socket via the AC Adaptor  
or while the battery pack is inserted.  
CALIBRATION  
1/3  
Touch the "x"  
CANCEL  
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• When the lithium battery becomes weak, the  
operating distance of the Remote Commander  
may shorten, or the Remote Commander may  
not function properly. In this case, replace the  
battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery.  
Use of another battery may present a risk of fire  
or explosion.  
The rechargeable battery will be fully  
discharged in about 3 months if you do  
not use your camcorder at all without the  
AC adaptor connected or the battery pack  
attached. However, even if the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery is not charged, the  
camcorder operation will not be affected as  
long as you are not recording the date.  
Procedures  
Connect your camcorder to a wall socket  
using the supplied AC Adaptor or the  
Handycam Station, and leave it with the  
POWER switch set to (CHG) OFF for more  
than 24 hours.  
To change the battery of the Remote  
Commander  
While pressing on the tab, inset your  
fingernail into the slit to pull out the  
battery case.  
Place a new battery with the + side facing  
up.  
Insert the battery case back into the  
Remote Commander until it clicks.  
Tab  
WARNING  
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not  
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.  
Caution  
Danger of explosion if battery is  
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with  
the same or equivalent type recommended  
by the manufacturer.  
Discard used batteries according to the  
manufacturer’s instructions.  
115  
Specifications  
System  
Color temperature [AUTO], [ONE PUSH],  
[INDOOR] (3 200 K),  
Video recording 2 rotary heads, Helical  
system  
[OUTDOOR] (5 800 K)  
scanning system  
Exif Ver. 2.2*1  
Minimum  
7 1x (lux) (F 1.8)  
Still image  
recording system  
illumination  
*1“Exif” is a file format for still images,  
established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics  
and Information Technology Industries  
Association). Files in this format can have  
additional information such as your camcorder’s  
setting information at the time of recording.  
Audio recording Rotary heads, PCM system  
system  
Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32  
kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits  
(Fs 48 kHz, stereo)  
Video signal  
PAL color, CCIR standards  
Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the  
mark printed  
*2The focal length figures are actual figures  
resulting from wide angle pixel read-out.  
Tape speed  
SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s  
LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s  
Recording/  
playback time  
SP: 60 min (using a DVM60  
cassette)  
LP: 90 min (using a DVM60  
cassette)  
Input/Output connectors  
Audio/Video  
input/output  
10-pin connector  
Input/output auto switch  
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75  
(ohms), unbalanced  
Fast forward/  
rewind time  
Approx. 2 min 40 s  
(using a DVM60 cassette and  
rechargeable battery pack)  
Approx. 1 min 45 s (using  
a DVM60 cassette and AC  
Adaptor)  
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p,  
75 (ohms), unbalanced  
Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p,  
75 (ohms), unbalanced  
Audio signal: 327 mV (at  
load impedance 47 k),  
Input impedance more than  
47 k(kilohms), Output  
impedance with less than 2.2  
k(kilohms)  
Viewfinder  
Electric viewfinder (color)  
Image device  
3.0 mm (1/6 type) 3 CMOS  
sensor  
Gross: Approx. 790 000 pixels  
Effective (still): Approx.  
690 000 pixels  
Effective (movie): Approx.  
670 000 pixels  
LANC jack  
Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5  
mm)  
Lens  
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T*  
LCD screen  
Picture  
10 × (Optical), 120 × (Digital)  
Focal length  
f=2.77 ~ 27.7 mm (1/8 ~  
1 1/8 in.)  
6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio  
16:9)  
When converted to a 35 mm  
still camera  
Total dot number 123 200 (560 × 220)  
In CAMERA-TAPE *2 :  
44 ~ 520 mm (1 3/4 ~ 20 1/2  
in.) (16:9),  
General  
Power  
41 ~ 480 mm (1 5/8 ~ 19 in.)  
(4:3)  
In CAMERA-MEMORY:  
40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4  
in.) (4:3),  
DC 7.2 V (battery pack)  
DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)  
requirements  
Average power  
consumption  
During camera recording using  
the viewfinder 2.9 W  
43.5 ~ 435 mm (1 3/4 ~  
17 1/4 in.) (16:9)  
(when using the battery pack)  
During camera recording using  
the LCD 3.2 W  
F1.8 ~ 2.4  
Filter diameter: 30 mm  
(1 3/16 in.)  
(when using the battery pack)  
Operating  
temperature  
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104  
°F)  
116  
 
Storage  
temperature  
-20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to +  
140 °F)  
AC Adaptor AC-L200  
Power  
AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz  
Dimensions  
(approx.)  
54 × 117 × 102 mm (2 1/4 ×  
4 5/8 × 4 1/8 in.) (w/h/d)  
requirements  
Current  
consumption  
0.35 - 0.18 A  
18 W  
Mass (approx.)  
400 g (14 oz) main unit only  
470 g (1 lb) including the  
NP-FA50 rechargeable battery  
pack and DVM60 cassette.  
Power  
consumption  
Output voltage  
DC 8.4 V*  
Supplied  
See page 7.  
accessories  
Operating  
temperature  
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104  
°F)  
Storage  
temperature  
-20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to +  
140 °F)  
Handycam Staion Input/Output  
connectors DCRA-C140  
Dimensions  
(approx.)  
48 × 29 × 81 mm (1 15/16 × 1  
3/16 × 3 1/4 in.)  
(w/h/d) excluding the  
projecting parts  
Audio/Video  
input/output  
10-pin connector  
Input/output auto switch  
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω  
(ohms), unbalanced  
Mass (approx.)  
170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the  
mains lead  
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p,  
75 (ohms), unbalanced  
Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p,  
75 (ohms), unbalanced  
Audio signal: 327 mV (at  
load impedance 47 k),  
Input impedance more than  
47 k(kilohms), Output  
impedance with less than 2.2  
k(kilohms)  
* See the label on the AC Adaptor for other  
specifications.  
Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FA50)  
Maximum output DC 8.4 V  
voltage  
Output voltage  
Capacity  
DC 7.2 V  
USB jack  
DV jack  
mini-B  
4.9 wh (680 mAh)  
4-pin connector, S100  
Dimensions  
(approx.)  
47.2 × 6.8 × 75.5 mm  
(1 7/8 × 9/32 × 3 in.) (w/h/d)  
Mass (approx.)  
50 g (1.8 oz)  
Operating  
temperature  
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104  
°F)  
Type  
Lithium ion  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
117  
Index  
BURST................................. 45  
DIAL SET............................ 45  
DIGITAL ZOOM........... 44, 92  
Numeric  
Button-type lithium battery  
............................................ 115  
12BIT................................... 54  
16BIT................................... 54  
21-pin adaptor...................... 35  
4CH MIC ............................. 55  
4CH MIC recording....... 25, 55  
DISPLAY BATT INFO button  
........................................ 14, 26  
B&W.................................... 50  
Display indicators ................ 28  
DISP GUIDE  
(Display guide)..................... 14  
C
Calibration.......................... 114  
CAMERA COLOR.............. 42  
CAMERA DATA ................. 57  
CAMERA SET menu .......... 40  
CAM CTRL Dial ................. 61  
Cassette ........................ 16, 107  
Insert/Eject.................... 16  
DISP OUTPUT.................... 57  
DOT FADER........................ 49  
Double speed Playback........ 53  
Dubbing................................ 64  
DV Interface......................... 63  
DV STREAM................. 52, 56  
A
A/V connecting cable  
............................ 34, 63, 67, 84  
A/VDV OUT................... 56  
A/V jack............. 34, 63, 67, 84  
Access lamp ......................... 17  
Active Interface Shoe..... 67, 72  
AC Adaptor ............................ 8  
D. EFFECT (Digital effect)  
........................................ 49, 96  
CD-ROM.............................. 73  
Charging the battery............... 8  
Battery pack.................... 8  
E
Adjusting exposure for back  
light ................................ 25, 92  
Pre-installed rechargeable  
battery ......................... 114  
EASY button........................ 20  
Easy Handycam ................... 20  
EDIT SEARCH.................... 31  
END SEARCH............... 31, 53  
AE SHIFT...................... 42, 96  
ALL ERASE........................ 47  
Aspect ratio.......................... 18  
Assignable dial............... 24, 61  
AUDIO MIX.................. 54, 68  
AUDIO MODE.................... 54  
Charging time....................... 11  
CHG (charge) lamp................ 9  
CINEMA EFECT  
(Cinematic effect) ................ 49  
END SEARCH/EDIT  
SEARCH/Rec review display  
switch button........................ 28  
Click to DVD ....................... 81  
CLOCK SET........................ 15  
ERASE  
AUD DUB CTRL (Audio  
dubbing)............................... 68  
COLOR SLOW S  
(Color Slow Shutter)...... 43, 95  
ALL ERASE................. 47  
Pictures ......................... 69  
EXPOSURE................... 40, 95  
AUTO SHUTTER................ 41  
Compression format........... 108  
Computer.............................. 75  
Connect  
A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off)  
.............................................. 58  
EXP. BRKTG  
(Exposure bracketing).......... 45  
Computer ...................... 73  
TV........................... 34, 63  
B
EXP.FOCUS  
(Expanded focus) ................. 42  
BACK LIGHT................ 25, 92  
EXT SUR MIC (External  
surround microphone).......... 55  
Battery  
D
Battery pack.................... 8  
EDIT/PLAY menu ............... 53  
DATA CODE ....................... 56  
Date search........................... 33  
DATE/TIME......................... 57  
DC IN jack............................. 8  
DC plug.................................. 8  
DELAY MOTION................ 50  
Delete pictures ..................... 69  
DEMO MODE............... 52, 86  
BATT INFO (Battery info)  
...................................... 26  
F
Remaining battery......... 26  
BEACH&SKI....................... 40  
BEEP.................................... 57  
BLACK FADER .................. 48  
BURN DVD......................... 53  
FADER........................... 48, 96  
FILE NO. (File number) ...... 47  
FINE..................................... 45  
First Step Guide ............. 73, 80  
Flash button.................... 25, 91  
118  
 
FLASH LEVEL ............. 43, 92  
FLASH (Flash motion) ........ 50  
FLASH SET......................... 43  
FOCUS........................... 42, 92  
Folder  
Install.................................... 75  
Insulation sheet .................... 32  
Interface connector............... 72  
Internal microphone............. 27  
Maintenance....................... 112  
Main sound........................... 54  
MANUAL button................. 61  
MEMORY SET menu.......... 45  
“Memory Stick........... 52, 108  
“Memory Stick Duo........... 16  
FORMAT...................... 47  
INT.REC-STL  
(Interval photo recording).... 51  
NEW FOLDER............. 48  
i.LINK................................ 111  
i.LINK cable ............ 63, 81, 84  
PB FOLDER  
(Playback folder) .......... 48  
Insert/Eject.................... 17  
REC FOLDER  
(Recording folder) ........ 48  
Number of recordable  
pictures.......................... 46  
J
FORMAT ..................... 47, 108  
Frame-by-frame playback.... 53  
Recordable time............ 47  
Write-protect tab......... 108  
Jack ...................................... 72  
JPEG .................................. 108  
FRAME REC  
(Frame recording) ................ 51  
Memory Stick Duo adaptor  
........................................ 7, 109  
L
Full charge ............................. 9  
“Memory Stick Duo” slot .... 17  
Menu .................................... 36  
CAMERA SET menu... 40  
EDIT/PLAY menu........ 53  
MEMORY SET menu .. 45  
Menu items ................... 38  
Personal Menu ........ 36, 59  
PICT.APPLI. menu....... 48  
Label .................................. 107  
LANC jack........................... 72  
LANDSCAPE...................... 40  
LANGUAGE........................ 58  
LCD/VF SET ....................... 55  
LCD backlight................ 13, 88  
G
GUIDEFRAME ................... 56  
H
Handycam Station............ 9, 72  
Help...................................... 73  
HISTOGRAM................ 44, 96  
Holding the camcorder......... 12  
LCD BL LEVEL  
(LCD back light).................. 55  
STANDARD SET menu  
...................................... 54  
LCD BRIGHT...................... 55  
LCD COLOR....................... 56  
LCD PANEL........................ 57  
LCD panel............................ 13  
LCD BL LEVEL .......... 55  
TIME/LANGU. menu .. 58  
Using the menu............. 36  
MENU ROTATE.................. 58  
Mirror mode......................... 25  
Moisture condensation....... 113  
MONOTONE....................... 48  
MOSAIC.............................. 50  
MOSAIC FADER ................ 48  
Movie  
I
Icon ...... See Display indicators  
ImageMixer VCD2............... 73  
Image delete button.............. 29  
Image protection .................. 69  
Image quality (QUALITY) .. 45  
Image size (IMAGE SIZE) .. 46  
Movie............................ 47  
LCD BRIGHT .............. 55  
LCD COLOR................ 56  
LCD screen .......................... 13  
Lens cover............................ 22  
LETTER BOX ..................... 56  
Lid........................................ 16  
LP (Long Play)..................... 54  
Movie format .............. 108  
Still image..................... 46  
REC MODE  
Index screen ......................... 23  
Index screen display button.. 29  
Indicators.............................. 30  
INDOOR.............................. 41  
LUMI. KEY (Luminance key)  
.............................................. 50  
(Recording mode)......... 54  
MOVIE SET ........................ 47  
MPEG ................................ 108  
MPEG MOVIE EX .............. 22  
MULTI CONNCT................ 52  
MULTI-SOUND.................. 54  
M
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
............................................ 110  
Macintosh....................... 74, 79  
Mains lead.............................. 8  
Initialize (Reset)................... 26  
119  
Continued   
Index (Continued)  
Pixela user support center .... 80  
Playback............................... 23  
Double speed ................ 53  
Frame............................ 53  
Reverse ......................... 53  
Slow.............................. 53  
Playing time ......................... 11  
PORTRAIT (Soft portrait)... 40  
POWER switch .................... 12  
Remaining battery................ 28  
Remote Commander ............ 32  
N
NEG.ART............................. 50  
NEW FOLDER.................... 48  
NORMAL ............................ 45  
NTSC ................................. 106  
REMOTE CTRL  
(Remote control).................. 57  
Remote sensor...................... 27  
RESET button ...................... 26  
Reversal Playback................ 53  
Review button ...................... 28  
Number of recordable pictures  
.............................................. 46  
O
S
Previous/Next image button  
.............................................. 29  
OLD MOVIE ....................... 50  
ONE PUSH.......................... 41  
OPEN/EJECT lever.............. 16  
Searching for the starting point  
.............................................. 31  
Print...................................... 70  
Print mark............................. 70  
PROGRAM AE.............. 40, 95  
PROGRES.REC............. 44, 96  
P.MENU.... See Personal Menu  
Self-diagnosis display........ 101  
SELF-TIMER ...................... 44  
SEPIA .................................. 50  
Setting the date and time...... 15  
SHARPNESS................. 41, 95  
Shoulder Strap........................ 7  
Signal convert function ........ 84  
SKINTONE.................... 50, 96  
Skip Scan ............................. 23  
SLIDE SHOW...................... 49  
Slow Playback...................... 53  
Operation confirmation beep  
..................................See BEEP  
OUTDOOR.......................... 41  
OVERLAP ........................... 49  
Q
P
QUALITY............................ 45  
PAL .............................. 94, 106  
PASTEL ............................... 50  
R
PB FOLDER (Playback folder)  
.............................................. 48  
Rechargeable battery pack  
................................See Battery  
PB zoom............................... 26  
Personal Menu ............... 36, 59  
Add ............................... 59  
Arrange the order.......... 60  
Customize..................... 59  
Delete............................ 59  
Reset ............................. 60  
Use................................ 36  
Personal Menu button .......... 28  
PHOTO button ......... 20, 22, 32  
PictBridge ............................ 70  
PictBridge PRINT................ 70  
Picture Package.................... 73  
Picture Search ...................... 23  
SLOW SHUTTR  
(Slow shutter)....................... 50  
Recording............................. 22  
Recording capacity............... 28  
Recording time............... 11, 47  
SMTH INT.REC (Smooth  
interval recording).......... 51, 96  
REC CTRL  
(Recording control).............. 65  
Software............................... 75  
SOLARIZE .......................... 50  
SP (Standard Play)............... 54  
Speaker................................. 27  
Specifications..................... 116  
SPOTLIGHT........................ 40  
SPOT FOCUS................ 42, 95  
REC FOLDER  
(Recording folder)................ 48  
REC LAMP.......................... 57  
REC lamp (Recording lamp)  
.............................................. 27  
REC MODE  
(Recording mode) ................ 54  
SPOT METER  
(Flexible spot meter)...... 40, 95  
REC MOVIE........................ 66  
Rec review............................ 31  
REC START/STOP........ 20, 22  
REDEYE REDUC ............... 43  
REMAINING....................... 57  
SQUEZE (Squeeze) ............. 56  
STANDARD ........................ 46  
STANDARD SET menu ...... 54  
STEADYSHOT.............. 44, 92  
STEREO .............................. 55  
PICT.APPLI. menu (Picture  
Application menu) ............... 48  
PICT. EFFECT (Picture effect)  
.............................................. 50  
120  
STILL................................... 50  
Still image  
V
VAR.SPD PB (Various speed  
playback).............................. 53  
Image size..................... 46  
Quality .......................... 45  
Still image format....... 108  
STILL SET........................... 45  
Strap Belt ............................. 12  
Sub sound............................. 54  
SUNSET&MOON............... 40  
System requirement ............. 74  
S VIDEO cable............... 34, 63  
S VIDEO jack ................ 34, 63  
VF B.LIGHT  
(Viewfinder brightness)........ 56  
VF WIDE DISP  
(Viewfinder wide) ................ 56  
Video head ......................... 113  
VIDEO INPUT .................... 56  
Video operation buttons ....... 29  
Viewfinder............................ 13  
Brightness..................... 56  
Viewfinder lens adjustment  
lever...................................... 13  
T
VOLUME............................. 54  
Volume ................................. 23  
V-OUT/PANEL.................... 57  
Tape...................... See Cassette  
Tape counter......................... 28  
Tape playback select button  
.............................................. 29  
W
Telephoto.............................. 24  
TELE MACRO .............. 43, 95  
TIME/LANGU. menu.......... 58  
Time code............................. 28  
Touch panel.......................... 14  
Trademark.......................... 123  
TRAIL.................................. 50  
Transmitter........................... 32  
Tripod................................... 25  
TV ........................................ 34  
TV color systems ............... 106  
TV TYPE ............................. 34  
Warning indicators............. 101  
Warning messages.............. 101  
WB SHIFT  
(White Balance Shift) .......... 42  
WHITE BAL.  
(White balance).................... 41  
White Balance Shift............. 42  
WHITE FADER................... 48  
Wide angle ........................... 24  
WIDE SELECT ................... 18  
WIDE STEREO................... 55  
Windows ........................ 74, 75  
WIPE.................................... 49  
WORLD TIME .................... 58  
Write-protect tab........ 107, 108  
U
USB CAMERA.................... 56  
USB jack.............................. 72  
USB ON/OFF switch........... 72  
USB SELECT...................... 52  
Using abroad...................... 106  
Z
ZEBRA ................................ 43  
Zero set memory .................. 32  
ZERO SET MEMORY button  
.............................................. 32  
Zoom.................................... 24  
Zoom lever ........................... 24  
121  
• QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are  
trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.  
• Roxio is a registered trademark of Roxio, Inc.  
• Toast is a trademark of Roxio, Inc.  
• Windows Media Player is a trademark of  
Microsoft Corporation.  
• Macromedia and Macromedia Flash Player  
are trademarks or registered trademarks of  
Macromedia, Inc. in the United States and other  
countries.  
On trademarks  
• “Memory Stick,” “  
Duo,” “  
PRO Duo,” “  
“MagicGate,” “  
“MagicGate Memory Stick” and “MagicGate  
Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
• “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony  
Corporation.  
,” “Memory Stick  
,” “Memory Stick  
,”  
,”  
• Pentium is a trademark or registered trademark  
of Intel Corporation.  
• i.LINK and are trademarks of Sony  
Corporation.  
• Picture Package is a trademark of Sony  
Corporation.  
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.  
is a trademark.  
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are  
trademarks or registered trademarks of U.S.  
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other  
countries.  
• iMac, iBook, Macintosh, Mac OS, PowerBook  
and PowerMac are trademarks of Apple  
Computer, Inc in the U.S. and other countries.  
• eMac is trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.  

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