2-319-511-11(1)
Digital Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
DCR-HC48
© 2007 Sony Corporation
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety
instructions completely before operating
Cleaning
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before
cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened
with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.
the appliance, and keep this manual for
future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions
and instructions on the appliance, or the one
described in the operating instructions and
adhere to them.
Installation
Water and Moisture
Use
Do not use power-line operated sets near water –
for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.
Power Sources
This set should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of electrical power
supplied to your home, consult your dealer or
local power company. For those sets designed to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to the
plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord
exits from the appliance.
Polarization
This set may be equipped with a polarized ac
power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug by forcing it in.
Accessories
Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious
damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer.
Ventilation
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable
operation of the set, and to protect it from
overheating, these slots and openings must never
be blocked or covered.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or
convenience receptacles beyond their capacity,
since this can result in fire or electric shock.
– Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth
or other materials.
Object and Liquid Entry
– Never block the slots and openings by placing
the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface.
– Never place the set in a confined space, such as
a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
Never push objects of any kind into the set
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the set.
– Do not place the set near or over a radiator or
heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Continued)
Lightning
Safety Check
For added protection for this set during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the set due to
lightning and power-line surges.
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the
set, ask the service technician to perform routine
safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer)
to determine that the set is in safe operating
condition.
Service
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
– When the power cord or plug is damaged or
frayed.
– If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the set.
– If the set has been exposed to rain or water.
– If the set has been subject to excessive shock by
being dropped, or the cabinet has been
damaged.
– If the set does not operate normally when
following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are specified in the
operating instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the set to normal operation.
– When the set exhibits a distinct change in
performance – this indicates a need for service.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the set yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same
characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
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Read this first
Before operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
For customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this
product, you may call:
CAUTION
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-
222-SONY (7669).
Replace the battery with the
specified type only. Otherwise, fire
or injury may result.
The number below is for the FCC related
matters only.
Regulatory Information
For customers in the U.S.A. and
CANADA
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DCR-HC48
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA
92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
recyclable. You can help preserve
our environment by returning
your used rechargeable batteries
to the collection and recycling
location nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-
8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion batteries.
Battery pack
Note
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
DCR-HC48 is to be used with the Handycam
Station Model DCRA-C155 and AC Adaptor
Model AC-L200/L200B.
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the
bottom. Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Model No. DCR-HC48
Serial No.
Model No. AC-
No.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
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Note
Type of cassette you can use in your
camcorder
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
You can use mini DV cassettes marked
with
. Your camcorder is not
compatible with the Cassette Memory
Types of “Memory Stick” you can use
in your camcorder
You can use “Memory Stick Duo” marked
with
or
“Memory Stick Duo”
(This size can be used with your
camcorder.)
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
“Memory Stick”
(You cannot use with your camcorder.)
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used with the
equipment in order to comply with the limits for a
digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
• You cannot use any type of memory card
except “Memory Stick Duo.”
• “Memory Stick PRO” and “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” can be used only with
“Memory Stick PRO” compatible
equipment.
For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material - special handling may
apply, See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
• Do not attach a label or the like on a
“Memory Stick Duo” or a Memory Stick
Duo adaptor.
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
perchlorate.
Notes on use
When using a “Memory Stick Duo”
with “Memory Stick” compatible
equipment
Your camcorder is supplied with two
kinds of manuals
Be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo”
into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.
–“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)
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Memory Stick Duo Adaptor
About 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.
Using the camcorder
• Do not hold the camcorder by the
following parts.
Viewfinder
Battery pack
LCD panel
Black point
• The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof
or waterproof.
White, red, blue
or green point
• Before connecting your camcorder to
another device with a USB or i.LINK
cable, be sure to insert the connector plug
the correct way, and not forcibly, to avoid
damaging the terminal or cause a
• 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.
malfunction of your camcorder.
• Connect the A/V connecting cable to the
A/V OUT jack of the Handycam Station
when using your camcorder attached to
the Handycam Station to output audio and
video signals.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
Handycam Station holding both the
Handycam Station and the DC plug.
About changing the language setting
• The on-screen displays in each local
language are used for illustrating the
operating procedures. Change the screen
language before using your camcorder if
• Be sure to slide the POWER switch to
OFF (CHG) when you insert the
camcorder into the Handycam Station or
remove the camcorder from it.
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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
country/region. To view your recordings
on a TV, you need a NTSC system-based
TV.
• Television programs, films, video tapes,
and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials
may be contrary to the copyright laws.
About 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.
• Design and specifications of recording
media and accessories are subject to
change without notice.
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.
MTF= Modulation Transfer Function
The number value indicates the amount of
light from a subject coming into the lens.
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Table of Contents
Easy Recording/Playback
Recording in dark places
(NightShot plus) ........................ 24
Using the guide functions
Searching for the last scene of the
most recent recording
Searching manually
Marking images on the “Memory Stick
Duo” with specific information
Printing recorded images
(PictBridge compliant printer) ......61
(EDIT SEARCH) ........................ 30
Reviewing the most recently
recorded scenes
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.................................................... 74
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GSetttiengpSta1rte:d Checking supplied items
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1)
Make sure that you have following items
supplied with your camcorder.
The number in the parentheses indicates the
number of that item supplied.
CD-ROM “Handycam Application
Software” (1) (p. 63)
Operating Guide (This manual) (1)
Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 93)
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
USB cable (1) (p. 61)
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack
2
1
2
1
5
Battery pack
POWER
switch
DC plug
DC IN jack
3
Power cord
AC Adaptor
4
To the wall outlet
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”
attaching it to your camcorder.
4
5
Connect the power cord to the AC
Adaptor and the wall outlet.
b Notes
• You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery
pack other than the H series to your camcorder.
Insert the camcorder into the
Handycam Station securely, all
the way to the bottom.
The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and
charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp
turns off when the battery is fully
charged. Remove your camcoder from
the Handycam Station.
1
Align the terminals of the battery
pack and your camcorder (1),
then attach the battery pack and
click it into place (2).
2
3
Slide the POWER switch to OFF
(CHG) (The default setting).
With the v mark on the DC plug
facing up, connect the AC
Adaptor to the DC IN jack on the
Handycam Station.
CHG (charge) lamp
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b Notes
• When inserting the camcorder into the
Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN
jack holding both the Handycam Station and the
DC plug.
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.
To charge the battery pack using only
the AC Adaptor
Turn off the power, then connect the AC
Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your
camcorder.
POWER switch
With the v mark
facing down
To remove the battery pack
1 Turn off the power, then press PUSH.
DC IN jack
Open the
jack cover
2 Remove the battery pack in the direction
DC plug
of the arrow.
POWER switch
z Tips
• You can operate your camcorder connected to a
power source such as a wall outlet as shown in
the illustration. The battery pack will not lose its
charge in this case.
1
2
PUSH
When storing the battery pack
Fully discharge the battery before storing it
for an extended period (p. 81).
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued)
To check the remaining battery
(Battery Info)
Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then
press DISP/BATT INFO.
Battery pack
Charging time
NP-FH40 (supplied)
NP-FH50
125
135
170
390
NP-FH70
NP-FH100
Recording time
Approximate time (min.) available when
you use a fully charged battery pack.
Continuous
recording
time
Typical
recording
time*
Battery pack
DISP/BATT INFO button
NP-FH40
(supplied)
100
110
110
50
55
55
After a while, the approximate recordable
time and battery information appear for
about 7 seconds. You can view the battery
information for up to 20 seconds by
pressing DISP/BATT INFO again while the
information is displayed.
NP-FH50
NP-FH70
NP-FH100
115
130
130
55
65
65
245
280
280
120
140
140
Remaining battery (approx.)
565
635
635
280
315
315
90
99
* Typical recording time shows the time when
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the
power on/off and zooming.
Recording capacity (approx.)
You can check the remaining battery charge
on the LCD screen.
b Notes
• All times measured under the following
conditions:
Indicator
Status
Top: When the LCD backlight turns on.
Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off.
Bottom: Recording with viewfinder while the
LCD panel closed.
Sufficient power remaining
Battery low, recording/
playback will stop soon.
Replace the battery with a
fully charged one, or charge
the battery.
Playing time
Approximate time (min.) available when
you use a fully charged battery pack.
Charging time
Approximate time (min.) required when
you fully charge a fully discharged battery
pack.
LCD panel
opened*
LCD panel
closed
Battery pack
NP-FH40
(supplied)
120
140
150
170
NP-FH50
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Step 3: Turning the
power on and setting
the date and time
LCD panel
opened*
LCD panel
closed
Battery pack
Set the date and time when using this
camcorder for the first time. If you do not
set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET]
screen appears every time you turn on your
camcorder or change the POWER switch
position.
NP-FH70
300
695
370
845
NP-FH100
* When the LCD backlight turns on.
On the battery pack
• Before changing the battery pack, slide the
POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
• The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during
correctly displayed under the following
conditions.
– The battery pack is not attached correctly.
– The battery pack is damaged.
– The battery pack is worn-out (for Battery Info
only).
Touch the button
• 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 power cord is
on the LCD screen.
POWER switch
disconnected from the wall outlet.
On the charging/recording/playback time
1
While pressing the green button,
slide the POWER switch in the
direction of the arrow to turn on
the respective lamp.
• Times measured with the camcorder at 25°C
(77°F). (10°C - 30°C (50°F - 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.
CAMERA-TAPE: To record on a tape.
CAMERA-MEMORY: To record on a
“Memory Stick Duo.”
PLAY/EDIT: To play or edit pictures.
The [CLOCK SET] screen appears.
On the AC Adaptor
• Use the nearby wall outlet when using the AC
Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
wall outlet 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.
–:––:––
CLOCK SET
DATE
2007Y JANM
1
D
12: 00AM
OK
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC
Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic
objects. This may cause a malfunction.
• Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power
(house current) is still supplied to it while
2
Set [Y] (year) with
touch
/
, then
.
connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor.
You can set any year up to the year
2079.
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Step 3: Turning the power on and setting the date and time (Continued)
Changing the language setting
3
Set [M] (month), then touch
and repeat for [D] (day), hour and
minute.
You can change the on-screen displays to
show messages in a specified language.
Touch
t [MENU] t
For midnight, set it to 12:00 AM.
For midday, set it to 12:00 PM.
(TIME/LANGU.) t [LANGUAGE],
then select the desired language.
The clock starts.
To turn off the power
Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
To reset the date and time
You can set the desired date and time by
touching
(TIME/LANGU.) t [CLOCK SET]
(p. 34).
t [MENU] t
b Notes
• 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
• At the time of purchase, the power is set to turn
off automatically if you leave your camcorder
without any operation attempted for
approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power
z Tips
• The date and time are not displayed while
recording, but they are automatically recorded
on the tape, and can be displayed during
(During Easy Handycam operation, you can set
only [DATE/TIME])).
• If the buttons on the touch panel do not work
correctly, adjust the touch panel
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Step 4: Making setting adjustments before
recording
b Notes
• Do not press the buttons on the LCD frame
Opening the lens cover
accidentally when you open or adjust the LCD
Slide the LENS COVER switch to OPEN.
panel.
z Tips
• If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the
lens side, you can close the LCD panel with the
LCD screen facing out. This is convenient
during playback operations.
adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
• Press DISP/BATT INFO to toggle the screen
indicators (such as Battery Info) on or off.
After recording, set the LENS COVER
switch to CLOSE, to close the lens cover.
The LCD panel
The viewfinder
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the
camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best
angle to record or play (2).
You can view pictures using the viewfinder
to avoid wearing down the battery, or when
the picture seen on the LCD screen is poor.
DISP/BATT INFO
Viewfinder
180 degrees
(max.)
2
1
90 degrees to
the camcorder
90 degrees
(max.)
Viewfinder lens
adjustment lever
Move it until the picture is
clear.
To turn off the LCD backlight to make
the battery last longer
Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few
z Tips
seconds until
appears.
• You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder
backlight by selecting [LCD/VF SET] - [VF
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 DISP/BATT INFO for a few
seconds until
disappears.
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Step 4: Making setting
adjustments before recording
(Continued)
Step 5: Inserting a
tape or a “Memory
Stick Duo”
The grip belt
Fasten the grip belt and hold your
camcorder correctly.
Cassette tape
You can use mini DV
cassettes only
1
Slide and hold the
EJECT lever in the direction of the
arrow and open the lid.
OPEN/
4
1
2
OPEN/EJECT lever
3
Lid
The cassette compartment automatically
comes out and opens up.
2
Insert a cassette with its window
facing outwards, then press
.
Push the center of the back
of the cassette lightly.
Window
Cassette compartment
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The cassette compartment
automatically slides back in.
2
Insert the “Memory Stick Duo”
into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot
in the right direction until it clicks.
b Notes
• Do not force the cassette
compartment closed by pressing the
portion marked {DO NOT PUSH} while
it is sliding in. It may cause a
malfunction.
Access lamp
3
Close the lid.
To eject the cassette
Open the lid following the same procedure
as described in step 1 and remove the
cassette.
With the v mark facing to
the LCD screen
z Tips
To eject a “Memory Stick Duo”
• The recordable time varies depending on
[
Lightly push in once and slide out the
“Memory Stick Duo” alongside the
camcorder body.
“Memory Stick Duo”
b Notes
You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo”
• 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.
• 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.
marked with
or
1
Open the LCD panel.
• Do not remove the “Memory Stick Duo”
forcibly with the fingers as it may be damaged.
• When inserting or ejecting the “Memory Stick
Duo,” be careful that the “Memory Stick Duo”
does not pop out and drop.
z Tips
• The number of recordable pictures varies
depending on the image quality or the image
size. For details, see page 42.
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RecordinEg/PalasybyackRecording/Playback (Easy Handycam)
With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automatically optimally
adjusted, which frees you from detailed adjustments. The screen font size increases for easy
viewing.
E
If the POWER switch is set
to OFF (CHG), slide it
while pressing the green
button.
B
A
D
F
C
Movies
Still images (4:3)
1
Slide the POWER
switch E to turn on
the CAMERA-TAPE
lamp.
1
Slide the POWER
switch E to turn on
the CAMERA-
MEMORY lamp.
2
3
Press EASY A.
2
3
Press EASY A.
appears on the
screen B.
appears on the
screen B.
EASY
EASY
Press REC START/STOP F (or
C) to start recording.*
Press PHOTO D to record.**
1.0M
30
60min
EASY
60min EASY
REC
GUIDE MENU
GUIDE
MENU
Flashing t Lit
Press and hold lightly
to adjust the focus.
Press fully to record.
The indicator changes
from [STBY] to [REC].
To stop recording, press REC START/
STOP again.
* Movies are recorded in SP (Standard Play) mode on a cassette.
** Still images are recorded in [FINE] quality on a “Memory Stick Duo.”
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Playing back movies/still images
Slide the POWER switch E to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. Touch the buttons
on the screen B as follows.
Movies
Still images
Touch
, then touch
Touch
t
/
to start playback.
to select a picture.
GUIDE
A
GUIDE
D
A
B
MENU
C
D
B
C
B Rewind/Fast forward
C Stop
B Tape playback
C Previous/Next
D Play/Pause toggles
x To cancel Easy Handycam operation
Press EASY A again.
disappears from the screen.
x Adjustable menu settings during Easy Handycam operation
•
is not displayed during Easy Handycam operation.
• Cancel Easy Handycam operation if you want to add any effects or settings to the images.
x Unavailable buttons during Easy Handycam
During Easy Handycam operation, the following buttons are unavailable. [Invalid during
Easy Handycam operation.] may appear if operations not available during Easy Handycam
are attempted.
• BACK LIGHT button (p. 25)
• Pressing and holding DISP/BATT INFO button (p. 17)
• PHOTO button (in the CAMERA-TAPE mode) (p. 22)
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Recording
PHOTO
POWER switch
REC START/
STOP A
REC START/
STOP B
Recording movies
Movies are recorded on a tape.
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly
to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp.
If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it
while pressing the green button.
Press REC START/STOP A (or B).
60min
60min
60min
60min
GUIDE
P-MENU
GUIDE
P-MENU
[STBY]
To stop recording, press REC START/STOP again.
b Notes
[REC]
• You cannot record movies onto a “Memory Stick Duo” using your camcorder.
z Tips
• While recording movies on a tape, or while in standby mode, you can record a still image on a “Memory
Stick Duo” by pressing PHOTO fully. Still images will be fixed to image size [0.2M] in 16:9 screen or
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Recording still images
Still images are recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.”
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly
to turn on the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp.
If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it
while pressing the green button.
Press and hold PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it
fully.
min
min
1.0M
1.0M
Beep
Shutter click
GUIDE
P-MENU
GUIDE
P-MENU
Flashing bLights up
A shutter sound is heard. When
disappears, the image has been recorded.
To check the latest recording on a “Memory Stick Duo”
Touch
. To delete the picture, touch
t [YES].
z Tips
• See page 42 for details on the image quality, the image size or the number of recordable pictures.
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Recording (Continued)
z Tips
Zooming
want to zoom to a level greater than 25 ×.
You can magnify images up to 25 times the
original size with the power zoom lever or
the zoom buttons on the LCD frame.
Recording in dark places
(NightShot plus)
Infrared port
Wider range of view:
(Wide angle)
Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON.
(
and [“NIGHTSHOT PLUS”]
appears.)
b Notes
• The NightShot plus and Super NightShot plus
functions use infrared light. Therefore, do not
cover the infrared port with your fingers or other
objects. Remove the conversion lens (optional)
if it is attached.
Close view: (Telephoto)
when it is hard to focus automatically.
• Do not use the NightShot plus and Super
NightShot plus functions in bright places. This
may cause a malfunction.
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a
slower zoom. Move it further for a faster
zoom.
b Notes
• [STEADYSHOT] may not reduce image
blurring as desired when the power zoom lever
is set to the T (Telephoto) side.
• 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.
z Tips
• To record an image brighter, use Super
image more faithfully to the original colors, use
• You cannot change the zoom speed with the
zoom buttons on the LCD frame.
• The minimum possible distance between
camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp
focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide
angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for
telephoto.
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Adjusting the exposure for
backlit subjects
Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9
or 4:3) of the recording picture
WIDE SELECT
POWER switch
Selecting the aspect ratio for movies
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects,
press BACK LIGHT to display .. To
cancel the back light function, press BACK
LIGHT again.
1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA-
TAPE.
2 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to
select the desired screen aspect ratio.
Recording in mirror mode
z Tips
• Differences between 4:3 and 16:9 image views
vary depending on the zoom position when
recording.
2
• If you play back a picture on TV, set [TV
TYPE] for playback in the aspect ratio of the
1
• When viewing pictures recorded in 16:9 aspect
ratio with [TV TYPE] set to [4:3], pictures may
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the
camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees
to the lens side (2).
Selecting the aspect ratio for still
images
z Tips
1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA-
MEMORY.
• A mirror-image of the subject appears on the
LCD screen, but the image will be normal when
recorded.
The aspect ratio of the picture switches
to 4:3.
2 Press WIDE SELECT to select the
desired screen aspect ratio.
b Notes
• Still images will be fixed to image size [0.7M]
(
) in the 16:9 (wide) mode. In the 4:3
mode, you can select up to [1.0M] (
).
z Tips
• For the number of recordable pictures, see page
25
Playback
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.
If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it
while pressing the green button.
Playing movies
Touch
, then touch
to start playback.
Toggles Play or Pause as you touch*
60min
60min
GUIDE
P-MENU
Stop**
Rewind/Fast forward
* Playback automatically stops if pause is engaged for more than 3 minutes.
** is displayed instead of when a “Memory Stick Duo” with recorded images is inserted and
a tape is not being played.
To adjust the sound volume
Touch
t [VOLUME], then
/
to adjust the volume.
z Tips
• If you cannot find [VOLUME] in
To search for a scene during playback
Touch and hold
/
during playback (Picture Search), or
/
while fast
forwarding or rewinding the tape (Skip Scan).
z Tips
• You can play back in various modes ([
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Viewing still images
Touch
.
The most recently recorded image is displayed.
1.0M
MEMORY PLAY
GUIDE
Switch the playback
P-MENU
media*
Previous/Next
Go to the index screen display
*
is displayed on the tape playback screen.
To display pictures on a “Memory Stick Duo” on the index screen
Touch
. Touch one of the pictures to back to the single display mode.
B
A
A Previous/Next 6 pictures
B The picture displayed before switching to the index screen.
To view pictures in other folders, touch
t
t [PB FOLDER], select a folder with
/
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Playback (Continued)
Using the guide
functions (USAGE
GUIDE)
Using PB zoom
You can easily select the desired setting
screens by using the guide functions
(USAGE GUIDE).
You can magnify the recorded picture from
about 1.1 to 5 times the original size.
Magnification can be adjusted with the
power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on
the LCD frame.
60min
STBY
GUIDE
P-MENU
Your camcorder has 3 guide functions as
shown below.
SHOOT
GUIDE:
Takes you to the setting
screens related to
recording.
USEFUL
GUIDE:
Takes you to the setting
screens related to the
basic operations.
1 Play back the picture you want to
magnify.
DISP
GUIDE:
Enables you to check the
meaning of each indicator
that appears on the LCD
details.
2 Magnify the picture with T (Telephoto).
The screen is framed.
3 Touch the screen at the point you want
to display in the center of the displayed
frame.
4 Adjust the magnification with W (Wide
1
2
Touch [GUIDE].
angle)/T (Telephoto).
To cancel, touch [END].
Select the desired item.
b Notes
e.g., to record night views
• You cannot change the zoom speed with the
zoom buttons on the LCD frame.
Touch [SHOOT GUIDE] t [SELECT
SCENE] t
/
to display [To
keep the mood of a night view].
3
Touch [SET].
The desired setting screen appears.
Adjust the settings according to your
purpose.
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Searching for the
starting point
Searching for the last scene of
the most recent recording (END
SEARCH)
Unavailable settings during Easy
Handycam
During Easy Handycam operation, some
items are unavailable. If an attempted
setting is not available, but still desired,
touch [SET] to display an on-screen
instruction. Follow the instruction to cancel
Easy Handycam operation and then select
the setting.
[END SEARCH] will not work once you
eject the cassette after you have recorded on
the tape.
Make sure that the CAMERA-TAPE
z Tips
• If [SET] is not displayed in step 3, follow the
instruction on the screen.
Touch
t
.
60min
END SEARCH
1
0:00:00
EXECUTING
CANCEL
Touch here to cancel the operation.
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.
b Notes
• [END SEARCH] will not work correctly when
there is a blank section between recorded
sections on the tape.
z Tips
• You can also select [END SEARCH] from the
menu. When the PLAY/EDIT lamp lights up,
select the [END SEARCH] short-cut in Personal
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Searching for the starting point (Continued)
The last 2 seconds (approx.) of the most
recently recorded scene are played back.
Then, your camcorder is set to standby.
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.
Make sure that the CAMERA-TAPE
Searching quickly for a desired
scene (Zero set memory)
Make sure that the PLAY/EDIT lamp
1
2
Touch
.
60min
STBY
0:00:00
mREW
PLAY
STOP
EDIT
DISPLAY
ZERO SET MEMORY
Touch and hold
backward)/
(to go
(to go forward)
and release it at the point where
you want the recording to start.
1
During playback, press ZERO
SET MEMORY on the Remote
Commander at a point you want
to locate later on.
The tape counter is reset to “0:00:00”
Reviewing the most recently
recorded scenes (Rec review)
and
appears on the screen.
60min
0:00:00
You can view about 2 seconds of the scene
recorded just before you stopped the tape.
Make sure that the CAMERA-TAPE
GUIDE
P-MENU
If the tape counter is not displayed,
press DISPLAY.
Touch
t
.
60min
STBY
0:00:00
2
Press STOP when you want to
stop playback.
EDIT
30
3
4
Press mREW.
1
2
Press SEARCH M. on the Remote
Commander.
The tape stops automatically when the
tape counter reaches “0:00:00.”
The tape counter returns to the time
code display, and the zero set memory
display disappears.
Press .(previous)/>(next) to
select a recording date.
60min
0:00:00:00
30min
DATE -01
SEACH
Press PLAY.
GUIDE
Playback starts from the point
designated “0:00:00” on the tape
counter.
P-MENU
To cancel the operation
Press STOP.
To cancel the operation
Press ZERO SET MEMORY again before
rewinding.
b Notes
• The Date search will not function correctly
when there is a blank section between recorded
sections on the tape.
b Notes
• 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.
Searching for a scene by date of
recording (Date search)
You can locate the point where the
recording date changes.
Make sure that the PLAY/EDIT lamp
SEARCH M.
./>
STOP
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Playing the picture on a TV
You can connect your camcorder to the input jack of a TV or a VCR using the A/V connecting
cable (1) or the A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (2). Connect your camcorder to the
instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
Device without
an S VIDEO jack
Devicewith an
S VIDEO jack
(Black)
(Yellow)
(White)
(Red)
(White)
(Red)
1
A/V OUT jack
(Yellow)
A/V OUT
VCR or TV
2
: Signal flow
b Notes
A A/V connecting cable (supplied)
The Handycam Station and your camcorder
are both equipped with A/V OUT jacks (p. 92,
93). Connect the A/V connecting cable either
to the Handycam Station or to your
• Do not connect A/V connecting cables to both
the Handycam Station and your camcorder at
the same time, as image disturbance may occur.
camcorder, depending on your setup.
z Tips
• You can display the time code on the TV screen
by setting [DISP OUTPUT] to [V-OUT/
B 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, pictures can be
reproduced more faithfully than with the
supplied A/V cable connection.
When connecting your camcorder to a
TV through a VCR
Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN
input on the VCR. Set the input selector on
the VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2,
etc.), if the VCR has an input selector.
Connect the white and red plugs (left/right
audio) and S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO
channel) of an A/V connecting cable. In this
case, the yellow (standard video) plug
connection is not necessary. S VIDEO
connection only will not output audio.
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To set the aspect ratio according to
the connected TV (16:9/4:3)
Change the aspect ratio of the image
according to the screen size of your TV.
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.
2 Touch
(STANDARD SET) t [TV TYPE] t
[16:9] or [4:3] t
t [MENU] t
.
b Notes
• 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 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 you connect your camcorder to a TV
compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, and play
back the tape, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9]. The TV
automatically switches the aspect ratio
according to the playback picture.
When your TV is monaural (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.
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Using the Menu
Using the menu items
1
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow
repeatedly 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.
x To use the short-cuts of
Personal Menu
On Personal Menu, short-cuts for
frequently used menu items are added.
x To use menu items
You can customize menu items that are
not added to Personal Menu.
1 Touch
t [MENU].
2 Select the desired menu.
z Tips
Touch
touch
/
to select the item, then
• You can customize Personal Menu as you
. (The process in step 3 is
the same as that in step 2.)
3 Select the desired item.
You can also touch the item directly to
select it.
4 Customize the item.
After finishing the settings, touch
1 Touch
.
STBY
60min
0:00:00
DISP
MENU
GUIDE
SCENE
SELECT
LCD
BRIGHT
1/3
t
screen.
(close) to hide the menu
TELE
MACRO
FADER
If you decide not to change the setting,
2 Touch the desired item.
If the desired item is not displayed on
touch
to return to the previous
screen.
the screen, touch
is displayed.
/
until the item
x To use menu items during Easy
Handycam operation
3 Select the desired setting, then touch
.
is not displayed during Easy
Handycam operation. Touch [MENU]
to display the menu index screen.
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Available menu items (z) vary depending on which lamp is lit.
During Easy Handycam operation, the following settings are
Menu items
TAPE
MEMORY PLAY/EDIT
Easy Handycam
SCENE SELECT
SPOT METER
EXPOSURE
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
–
z
z
z
–
z
–
z
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
AUTO
–
AUTO
AUTO
ON
WHITE BAL.
AUTOSLW SHTR
SPOT FOCUS
FOCUS
TELE MACRO
SUPER NSPLUS
NS LIGHT
–
AUTO
OFF
OFF
ON
COLOR SLOW S
SELF-TIMER
OFF
1
2
z*
z*
DIGITAL ZOOM
STEADYSHOT
z
z
OFF
ON
–
MEMORY SET menu (p. 42)
STILL SET
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
z
–
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
OFF/FINE/z
ALL ERASE
z
FORMAT
FILE NO.
z
z
z
z
–
–
SERIES
–
NEW FOLDER
REC FOLDER
PB FOLDER
3
–*
3
–*
FADER
SLIDE SHOW
D.EFFECT
PICT.EFFECT
SMTH INT.REC
INT.REC-STL
z
–
–
–
–
z
z
z
–
OFF
–
z
z
z
–
–
–
OFF
OFF
–
OFF
ON
–
–
z
–
–
DEMO MODE
PictBridge PRINT
USB SELECT
z
–
–
z
z
–
–
–
z
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Menu items (Continued)
TAPE
MEMORY PLAY/EDIT
Easy Handycam
EDIT/PLAY menu (p. 48)
VAR.SPD PB
–
–
–
–
–
–
z
z
z
z
–
–
–
–
REC CTRL
AUD DUB CTRL
END SEARCH
–
z
REC MODE
AUDIO MODE
VOLUME
z
z
–
–
–
–
–
z
–
SP
12BIT
z
z
z
AUDIO MIX
–
–
– /NORMAL/ – /
NORMAL
LCD/VF SET
z
z
z
3
TV TYPE
z
z
z
–
z
z
z
z
z
z
–
z
–
z
–
z
–
–*
USB CAMERA
DISP GUIDE
DATA CODE
REMAINING
REMOTE CTRL
BEEP
OFF
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
–
AUTO
z
z
z
z
z
–
ON
z
DISP OUTPUT
MENU ROTATE
A.SHUT OFF
CALIBRATION
LCD PANEL
–
5 min
–
CLOCK SET
WORLD TIME
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
3
–*
3
LANGUAGE
–*
*1 This setting is available only when recording a still image.
*2 The setting is displayed only when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY.
*3 The setting value before entering Easy Handycam operation will be retained.
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CAMERA SET menu
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the
recording conditions
LANDSCAPE* (
)
Select to shoot distant subjects clearly.
This setting also prevents your camcorder
from focusing on glass or metal mesh in
windows between the camcorder and the
subject.
The default settings are marked with B.
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected.
menu items.
SCENE SELECT
You can record pictures effectively in
various situations with the SCENE
SELECT function.
PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) (
)
Select to bring out the subject such as
people or flowers while creating a soft
background.
BAUTO
Select to automatically record pictures
effectively without the [SCENE SELECT]
function.
TWILIGHT* (
)
SPOTLIGHT** (
)
Select to maintain the darkening
atmosphere of the distant surroundings in
twilight scenes.
Select to prevent people’s faces from
appearing excessively white when subjects
are lit by strong light.
CANDLE (
)
SPORTS** (Sports lesson) (
)
Select to maintain the dim atmosphere of a
candlelit scene.
Select to minimize shake when shooting
fast moving subjects.
SUNRSE SUNSET* (Sunrise & Sunset)
BEACH** (
)
(
)
Select to prevent people’s faces from
appearing dark in strong light or reflected
light, such as at a beach in midsummer.
Select to maintain the atmosphere of
situations such as sunsets and sunrises.
FIREWORKS* (
)
SNOW** (
)
Select to record all the splendor of
fireworks.
Select this when shooting in very bright,
white conditions, such as on a ski slope;
otherwise picture may appear too dark.
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CAMERA SET menu (Continued)
3 Touch
.
* Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away
only.
To return the setting to automatic exposure,
** Adjusted not to focus on subjects a short
distance away.
touch [AUTO] t
.
b Notes
SPOT METER (Flexible spot
meter)
• When you operate the POWER switch or
change the [SCENE SELECT] setting, the
brightness of a picture may be changed even if
you adjusted it in [EXPOSURE].
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.
WHITE BAL. (White balance)
You can adjust the color balance to the
brightness of the recording environment.
BAUTO
1
The white balance is adjusted
automatically.
2
OUTDOOR (
)
The white balance is appropriately
adjusted for the following recording
conditions:
– Outdoors
– Night views, neon signs and fireworks
– Sunrise or sunset
1 Touch the point where you want to fix and
adjust the exposure on the screen.
appears.
2 Touch [END].
To return the setting to automatic exposure,
touch [AUTO] t [END].
– Under daylight fluorescent lamps
INDOOR (n)
b Notes
The white balance is appropriately
adjusted for the following recording
conditions:
• If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is
automatically set to [MANUAL].
– Indoors
EXPOSURE
– At party scenes or studios where the lighting
conditions change quickly
– Under video lamps in a studio, or under
sodium lamps or incandescent-like color
lamps
You can fix the brightness of a picture
manually. Adjust the brightness when the
subject is too bright or too dark.
ONE PUSH (
)
2
The white balance will be adjusted
according to the ambient light.
1 Touch [ONE PUSH].
3
1
2 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.
1 Touch [MANUAL].
appears.
2 Adjust the exposure by touching
/
.
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3 Touch [
].
1 Touch the subject on the screen.
9 appears.
2 Touch [END].
flashes quickly. When the white
balance has been adjusted and stored in
the memory, the indicator stops
flashing.
To adjust the focus automatically, touch
[AUTO] t [END] in step 1.
b Notes
b Notes
• If you set [SPOT FOCUS], [FOCUS] is
automatically set to [MANUAL].
• Set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO] or [ONE PUSH]
under white or cool white fluorescent lamps.
• When you select [ONE PUSH], keep framing
white object while
flashes slowly if [ONE PUSH] could not
be set.
• When [ONE PUSH] was selected, if
flashing after touching
to [AUTO].
is flashing quickly.
•
FOCUS
You can adjust the focus manually. You can
select this function also when you want to
focus on a certain subject intentionally.
keeps
, set [WHITE BAL.]
z Tips
• If you have changed the battery pack while
[AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder
outdoors after inside use with the [EXPOSURE]
set (or vice versa), select [AUTO] and aim your
camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10
seconds for better color balance adjustment.
• When the white balance has been set with [ONE
PUSH], if you change the [SCENE SELECT]
settings, or bring your camcorder outdoors from
inside the house, or vice versa, you need to redo
the [ONE PUSH] procedure to readjust the
white balance.
1 Touch [MANUAL].
9 appears.
2 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.
3 Touch
.
To adjust the focus automatically, touch
AUTOSLW SHTR (Auto Slow
Shutter)
[AUTO] t
in step 1.
b Notes
When you set [AUTOSLW SHTR] to
[ON], the shutter speed is slowed down
automatically to 1/30 in dark places.
• The minimum possible distance between
camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp
focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 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
a subject not located in the center of the
screen.
z Tips
• 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.
1
2
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CAMERA SET menu (Continued)
• The shutter speed of your camcorder changes
depending on the brightness. The motion of the
picture may slow down in this case.
TELE MACRO
This is useful to shoot small subjects, such
as flowers or insects. You can blur out
backgrounds and the subject stands out
clearer.
NS LIGHT (NightShot Light)
When using either the NightShot plus
function to record, you can record clearer
pictures by setting [NS LIGHT], which
emits infrared light (invisible), to [ON] (the
default setting).
When you set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]
(
the T (Telephoto) side automatically and
allows for recording subjects at a close
distance, down to about 38 cm (15 in.).
b Notes
• Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers
• Remove the conversion lens (optional) if it is
attached.
• The maximum shooting distance using [NS
LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet).
To cancel, touch [OFF], or zoom to wide-
angle (W side).
b Notes
• When recording a distant subject, focusing may
be difficult and can take some time.
• Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 39)
when it is hard to focus automatically.
z Tips
• If you record subjects in dark places, such as
night scenes or in moonlight, set [NS LIGHT] to
[OFF]. You can make the image color deeper
this way.
SUPER NSPLUS (Super NightShot
plus)
COLOR SLOW S (Color Slow
Shutter)
The picture will be recorded at a maximum
of 16 times the sensitivity of NightShot plus
recording if you set [SUPER NSPLUS] to
[ON] while the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch
(p. 24) is also set to ON.
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.
and [“SUPER NIGHTSHOT PLUS”]
appear on the screen.
To cancel [COLOR SLOW S], touch
[OFF].
To cancel the setting, set [SUPER
NSPLUS] to [OFF] or set the
NIGHTSHOT switch to OFF.
b Notes
when it is hard to focus automatically.
b Notes
• Do not use NightShot plus/[SUPER NSPLUS]
in bright places. This may cause a malfunction.
• Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers
• The shutter speed of your camcorder changes
depending on the brightness. The motion of the
picture may slow down at this time.
• Remove the conversion lens (optional) if it is
attached.
• Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 39)
when it is hard to focus automatically.
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SELF-TIMER
STEADYSHOT
When you set [SELF-TIMER] to [ON]
You can compensate for camera shake (the
default setting is [ON]).
(
), the self-timer starts recording in about
10 seconds after pressing PHOTO to record
still images.
To cancel the count down, touch [RESET].
Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when
using a tripod (optional) or the conversion
lens (optional), then the image becomes
natural.
To cancel [SELF-TIMER], touch [OFF].
z Tips
• You can also set the self-timer with the PHOTO
DIGITAL ZOOM
You can select the maximum zoom level in
case you want to zoom to a level greater
than 25 × (the default setting) while
recording on a tape. Note that the image
quality decreases when you are using the
digital zoom.
The right side of the bar shows the digital
zooming factor. The zooming zone
appears when you select the zooming
level.
BOFF
Up to 25 × zoom is performed optically.
50 ×
Up to 25 × zoom is performed optically,
and after that, up to 50 × zoom is
performed digitally.
2000 ×
Up to 25 × zoom is performed optically,
and after that, up to 2,000 × zoom is
performed digitally.
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MEMORY SET menu
Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo”
x
QUALITY
The default settings are marked with B.
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected.
menu items.
BFINE (
)
Records still images at the fine image
quality level.
STANDARD (
)
Records still images at the standard image
quality level.
STILL SET
x
BURST
b Notes
You can record several still images one
after another by pressing PHOTO.
• Image quality is automatically fixed to [FINE]
during Easy Handycam operation.
BOFF
x
IMAGE SIZE
Select this when not recording
continuously.
B1.0M (
)
Allows you to record more still images in
relatively clear quality.
NORMAL (
Records still images continuously at about
0.5 second intervals.
)
VGA (0.3M) (
)
The maximum number of images are
recorded when you press and hold PHOTO
fully.
Allows for the maximum number of
images to be recorded.
b Notes
• [IMAGE SIZE] can be set only when the
POWER switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY.
• If you set a screen ratio of 16:9 (wide), [IMAGE
In 4:3 aspect ratio:
Record up to 4 images (1.0M image size),
or 13 images (VGA image size)
continuously.
In 16:9 aspect ratio:
Record up to 4 images (0.7M image size)
continuously.
Capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo”
(MB) and the number of recordable
pictures
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.
In 4:3 aspect ratio
1.0M
VGA
(1152 × 864) (640 × 480)
64MB
128MB
256MB
512MB
1GB
120
300
390
980
b Notes
• [BURST] can be set only when the POWER
switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY.
• [BURST] cannot be set during Easy Handycam
operation.
• 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 there is
space of less than 3 images remaining on the
“Memory Stick Duo.”
245
600
780
1970
445
1000
1400
3550
900
2050
2850
7200
1800
4200
5900
14500
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1.0M
VGA
ALL ERASE
(1152 × 864) (640 × 480)
Deletes all the pictures without image
protection on a “Memory Stick Duo” or in
the selected folder.
2GB
4GB
3750
8600
12000
30000
7400
17000
23500
59000
1 Select [ALL FILES] or [CURRNT
FOLDER (Current folder)].
[ALL FILES]: Deletes all the images on
the “Memory Stick Duo.”
[CURRNT FOLDER (Current folder)]:
Deletes all the images in the selected
folder.
In 16:9 aspect ratio
0.7M
0.2M*
(1152 × 648) (640 × 360)
2 Touch [YES] twice t
.
64MB
128MB
256MB
512MB
1GB
160
390
490
980
b Notes
325
780
980
1970
• When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with the
write-protect tab engaged, cancel image
protection by sliding the tab back beforehand
• The folder will not be deleted even when you
delete all the pictures in the folder.
• Do not do any of the following while [
Erasing all data...] is displayed:
– Operate the POWER switch/operation
buttons.
590
1400
1750
3550
1200
2850
3600
7200
2450
5900
7300
14500
2GB
5000
12000
15000
30000
– Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”
4GB
9500
23500
29500
59000
FORMAT
* If you record a still image on a “Memory Stick
Duo” with the POWER switch set to
CAMERA-TAPE, [IMAGE SIZE] is
automatically fixed at [0.2M]. You cannot
select [0.2M] for the image size in [STILL
SET].
The “Memory Stick Duo” has been
formatted at the factory, and does not
require formatting at purchase.
To execute formatting, touch [YES] twice
t
.
Formatting is completed, and all the images
will be deleted.
b Notes
• All numbers measured at the following settings:
Top: [FINE] is selected for image quality.
Bottom: [STANDARD] is selected for image
quality.
• When using the “Memory Stick Duo” made by
Sony Corporation.
b Notes
• Do not do any of the following while [
Formatting…] is displayed:
– Operate the POWER switch/operation
buttons.
– Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”
The number of recordable pictures varies
depending on the recording environment.
• Formatting erases everything on the “Memory
Stick Duo” including protected image data and
newly created folders.
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MEMORY SET menu
(Continued)
PICT.APPLI. menu
Special effects on pictures or additional
functions on recording/playback
FILE NO.
The default settings are marked with B.
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected.
See page 34 for details on selecting
menu items.
BSERIES
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.
FADER
RESET
You can add the following effects to
currently recording pictures.
Resets the file number to 0001 each time
the “Memory Stick Duo” is changed.
1 Select the desired effect in standby mode
(to fade in) or recording mode (to fade out),
NEW FOLDER
then touch
.
You can create a new folder (102MSDCF
to 999MSDCF) on a “Memory Stick Duo.”
When 9,999 images are stored in the current
folder, a new folder is automatically created
for storing subsequent images.
When [OVERLAP], [WIPE] or [DOT
FADER] is selected, the screen turns to
blue while storing the image, then the
image on a tape is stored as a still image.
2 Press REC START/STOP.
The fader indicator stops flashing and
disappears when the fade is complete.
Touch [YES] t
.
To cancel [FADER] before starting the
operation, touch [OFF] in step 1.
If you press REC START/STOP once, the
setting is canceled.
b Notes
• You cannot delete the created folders using your
camcorder. You will have to format the
using your computer.
• The number of recordable pictures on a
“Memory Stick Duo” may decrease as the
number of folders increases.
STBY
REC
Fading out
Fading in
WHITE FADER
REC FOLDER (Recording folder)
Select the folder to be used for recording
with
/
, then touch
.
BLACK FADER
b Notes
• 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.
MOSAIC FADER
MONOTONE
PB FOLDER (Playback folder)
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.
Select the playback folder with
then touch
/
,
.
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OVERLAP (fade in only)
D.EFFECT (Digital effect)
You can add digital effects to your
recordings.
WIPE (fade in only)
1 Touch the desired effect.
2 Adjust the effect with
touch
/
, then
.
DOT FADER (fade in only)
Effect
Items to adjust
STILL
The degree of
transparency of the still
image you want to
superimpose under a
movie.
SLIDE SHOW
Plays back in sequence the images stored
on a “Memory Stick Duo,” or in a folder
(slide show).
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.
1 Touch
t [PB FOLDER].
2 Select [ALL FILES ( )] or [CURRNT
FOLDER ( , Current folder)], then touch
.
TRAIL
The fade time of the
incidental image.
If you select [CURRNT FOLDER (
Current folder)], all the images in the
current playback folder selected in [PB
sequence.
,
SLOW
SHUTTR*
Shutter speed (1 is 1/30, 2
is 1/15, 3 is 1/8, 4 is 1/4).
OLD MOVIE*
No adjustment necessary.
3 Touch [REPEAT].
* Available during recording on a tape only.
3 Touch
4 Select [ON] or [OFF], then
To repeat the slide show, select [ON]
).
.
.
appears.
(
To execute the slide show only once, select
[OFF].
5 Touch [END] t [START].
To cancel [D.EFFECT], touch [OFF] in
step 1.
BOFF
To cancel [SLIDE SHOW], touch [END].
To pause, touch [PAUSE].
Does not use [D.EFFECT] setting.
STILL
z Tips
Records a movie while superimposing it
on a still image memorized by touching
[STILL].
• You can select the first picture for the slide
show with
[START].
/
before touching
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45
PICT.APPLI. menu (Continued)
FLASH (flash motion)
Records a movie with a serial-still-image
effect (strobe effect).
PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect)
You can add special effects to a picture
during recording or playback.
appears.
LUMI. KEY (luminance key)
Replaces a brighter area in a still image
memorized at the moment when [LUMI.
KEY] was selected, with a movie.
BOFF
Does not use [PICT.EFFECT] setting.
NEG.ART
TRAIL
The color and brightness are reversed.
When recording, trailing afterimages are
left in the picture.
SEPIA
SLOW SHUTTR (slow shutter)
Pictures appear in sepia.
The shutter speed is slowed down. Suitable
for shooting a subject more clearly in a
dark place.
B&W
Pictures appear in black and white.
SOLARIZE
OLD MOVIE
Adds an old movie effect with a sepia hue
to pictures.
b Notes
Pictures appear as an illustration with
strong contrast.
• Adjust the focus manually using a tripod
(optional) since adjusting the focus
automatically is hard when [SLOW SHUTTR]
is selected. ([FOCUS], p. 39)
PASTEL*
• You cannot select 16:9/4:3 as the aspect ratio
for [OLD MOVIE].
Pictures appear as a pale pastel drawing.
• Effects added to the playback pictures are not
output via the DV Interface (i.LINK). Only
the original pictures can be output.
MOSAIC*
• You cannot add effects to externally input
pictures.
z Tips
Pictures appear mosaic-patterned.
• You can save pictures edited using special
record them on another VCR/DVD device, etc.
* Not available during playback.
b Notes
• Effects added to the playback pictures are not
output via the DV Interface (i.LINK). Only
the original pictures can be output.
• You cannot add effects to externally input
pictures.
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• Smooth interval recording is released when
approximately 12 hours have elapsed after
shooting has begun.
• Sounds are not recorded.
• The last few frames may not be recorded if the
battery or tape has run out.
z Tips
• You can save pictures edited using special
record them on another VCR/DVD device, etc.
• There may be discrepancies in the interval.
SMTH INT.REC (Smooth interval
tape recording)
z Tips
• If you adjust the focus manually, you can record
clear pictures even if the light changes
• You can silence the recording beep by setting of
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 outlet 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.
[a]: Recording
[b]: Interval
1 Touch
t
/
to select a
desired interval time (1 to 120 seconds) t
[a]: Recording
.
[b]: Interval
2 Touch [REC START].
Recording starts and z changes to red.
1 Touch
t a desired interval time (1, 5
t [ON] ( ) t
or 10 minutes) t
To interrupt, touch [REC STOP] in step 2.
To resume, touch [REC START].
To cancel, touch [REC STOP], then [END]
in step 2.
t
.
2 Press PHOTO fully.
stops flashing and the interval still
image recording starts.
b Notes
To cancel [INT.REC-STL], select [OFF] in
step 1.
• During Smooth interval recording, your
camcorder may perform the END SEARCH
function to locate the end in current recordings
on the tape after several frames have been
recorded.
DEMO MODE
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to
view the demonstration about 10 minutes
after you have removed both a cassette and
a “Memory Stick Duo” from your
camcorder, and slide the POWER switch
repeatedly to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE
lamp.
• 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.
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PICT.APPLI. menu (Continued)
EDIT/PLAY menu
Settings for editing or playing back in
various modes
z Tips
• The demonstration will be suspended in
situations such as those described below.
– When you touch the screen during the
demonstration. (The demonstration starts
again after about 10 minutes.)
See page 34 for details on selecting
menu items.
VAR.SPD PB
(Various speed playback)
– When a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” is
inserted.
You can play back in various modes while
viewing movies.
– When the POWER switch is set to other than
CAMERA-TAPE.
1 Touch the following buttons during
playback.
PictBridge PRINT
To
Touch
change the
playback
direction*
USB SELECT
(frame)
You can connect the camcorder to a
personal computer with a USB cable and
view pictures on the computer. You can
also connect the camcorder to a PictBridge-
function. Refer to “First Step Guide” on the
supplied CD-ROM for details.
play back
slowly**
To reverse direction:
(frame) t
play back 2
times faster
(double speed)
(double speed)
To reverse direction:
(frame) t
Memory Stick
(double speed)
Select this to view pictures on a “Memory
Stick Duo” on the computer or to import
them to the computer.
play back frame
by frame
(frame) during
playback pause.
To reverse direction:
(frame) during
PictBridge PRINT
Select this when you connect the
camcorder to a PictBridge-compatible
frame playback.
* Horizontal lines may appear at the top,
bottom, or in the center of the screen. This
is not a malfunction.
STREAM
**Pictures output from the DV Interface
(i.LINK) cannot be played back smoothly in
slow mode.
Select this to view movies on a tape on the
computer or to import them to the
computer.
2 Touch
To return to the normal playback mode,
touch (Play/Pause) twice (once from
t
.
b Notes
• During Easy Handycam operation, [
STREAM] cannot be set.
frame playback).
b Notes
• You will not hear the recorded sound. You may
see mosaic-like images of the previously played
picture.
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X appears.
REC CTRL
(Movie recording control)
60min
AUD DUB CTRL
0:00:00:00
AUDIO
DUB
AUD DUB CTRL (Audio dubbing)
Using the internal stereo microphone
erasing the original sound.
4 Touch
(Play).
Your camcorder starts audio recording via
the internal stereo microphone.
appears while recording the new sound
in stereo 2 (ST2) during the playback of the
tape.
5 Touch
recording.
To dub on other scenes, repeat step 2 to
b Notes
• You cannot record additional audio:
– When the tape has been recorded in the 16-bit
– When the tape has been recorded in the LP
mode.
– When your camcorder is connected via an
i.LINK cable.
– When the tape has been recorded in 4CH MIC
mode on other camcorders.
(Stop) when you want to stop
select scenes, then touch [AUDIO DUB].
6 Touch
t
.
z Tips
• 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.
– On blank sections of the tape.
– When the tape has been recorded in a TV
color system other than that of your
– When the write-protect tab of the cassette is
To check the recorded sound
1 Play back the tape on which you have
2 Touch
(STANDARD SET) t
MIX] t
– On sections recorded in HDV format.
• When you add sound, the picture will not be
output from the A/V OUT jack. Check the
picture on the LCD screen or the viewfinder.
• 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-HC48 camcorders).
t [MENU] t
t [AUDIO
.
60min
AUDIO MIX
0:00:00:00
ST2
ST1
Recording sound
Insert a recorded cassette into your
camcorder beforehand.
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn
3 Touch
/
to adjust the balance of
the original sound (ST1) and the new sound
(ST2), then touch
.
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.
2 Touch
(Play/Pause) to play back the
b Notes
tape, then touch it again at the point where
you want to start recording the sound.
3 Touch
(EDIT/PLAY) t
CTRL] t t [AUDIO DUB].
• The original sound (ST1) is output at the default
setting.
t [MENU] t
t [AUD DUB
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EDIT/PLAY menu (Continued)
STANDARD SET
menu
Settings while recording on a tape or other
basic settings
END SEARCH
EXEC
The default settings are marked with B.
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected.
The most recently recorded picture is
played back for about 5 seconds and then
stops automatically.
See page 34 for details on selecting
menu items.
CANCEL
Stops [END SEARCH].
b Notes
REC MODE (Recording mode)
• After ejecting the cassette, the END SEARCH
function is not available.
BSP (SP)
Records in the SP (Standard Play) mode on
a cassette.
LP (LP)
Increases the recording time to 1.5 times
the SP mode (Long Play).
b Notes
• If you record in the LP mode, pictures may
appear mosaic-like 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.
AUDIO MODE
B12BIT
Records in the 12-bit mode (2 stereo
sounds).
16BIT (
)
Records in the 16-bit mode (1 stereo sound
with high quality).
VOLUME
AUDIO MIX
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LCD/VF SET
TV TYPE
The recorded picture will not be affected by
this operation.
USB CAMERA
x LCD BRIGHT
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD
screen.
When you set [
STREAM] and connect
your camcorder to your computer via the
USB cable, 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
1 Adjust the brightness with
2 Touch
/
.
.
x LCD BL LEVEL
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD
screen’s backlight.
BNORMAL
Standard brightness.
DISP GUIDE
BRIGHT
Brightens the LCD screen.
b Notes
DATA CODE
• 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.
During playback, displays information
(data code) recorded automatically at the
time of recording.
BOFF
Data code is not displayed.
x LCD COLOR
You can adjust the color on the LCD screen
with
/
.
DATE/TIME
Displays the date and time.
CAMERA DATA (below)
Displays camera setting data.
Low intensity
x VF B.LIGHT
High intensity
60min
0:00:00:00
1
2
You can adjust the brightness of the
viewfinder.
GUIDE
AUTO
100 AWB
BNORMAL
Standard brightness.
3
4
F1. 8
9dB
6
5
BRIGHT
Brightens the viewfinder screen.
ASteadyShot off
BExposure
CWhite balance
DGain
EShutter speed
FAperture value
b Notes
• 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.
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STANDARD SET menu (Continued)
b Notes
DISP OUTPUT
• The exposure adjustment value (0EV), a shutter
speed, and the aperture value appear when still
images on a “Memory Stick Duo” are played
back.
• 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.
BLCD PANEL
Shows displays such as the time code on
the LCD screen and in the viewfinder.
V-OUT/PANEL
Shows displays such as the time code on
the TV screen, LCD screen, and in the
viewfinder.
• During Easy Handycam operation, you can set
[DATE/TIME] only.
MENU ROTATE
REMAINING
BNORMAL
Scrolls the menu items downwards by
BAUTO
Displays the remaining tape indicator for
about 8 seconds in situations such as those
described below.
touching
.
OPPOSITE
Scrolls the menu items upwards by
touching
• When you set the POWER switch to PLAY/
EDIT or CAMERA-TAPE with a cassette
inserted.
.
• When you touch
(Play/Pause).
A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off)
ON
B5 min
Always displays the remaining tape
indicator.
The camcorder is automatically turned off
when you do not operate your camcorder
for more than approximately 5 minutes.
REMOTE CTRL (Remote control)
NEVER
The camcorder is not automatically turned
off.
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to
use the supplied Remote Commander
(p. 93).
b Notes
• When you connect your camcorder to a wall
outlet, [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to
[NEVER].
z Tips
• Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from
responding to a command sent by another VCR
remote control unit.
CALIBRATION
BEEP
BON
A beeping sound starts when you start/stop
recording, or operate the touch panel.
OFF
Cancels the beeping sound and shutter
sound.
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TIME/LANGU.
Customizing Personal
Menu
You can add desired menu items to any
Personal Menu allocated to the lamp
positions currently lit. This is convenient if
you add frequently used menu items to
Personal Menu.
menu
menu items.
CLOCK SET
Adding a menu item
WORLD TIME
You can add up to 28 menu items to each
Personal Menu. Delete a less important
menu item, if you want to add more.
When using your camcorder abroad, you
can set the time difference by touching
/
, 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.
1
Touch
t [ADD].
t [P-MENU SET UP]
If the desired menu item is not
LANGUAGE
displayed, touch
/
.
You can select the language to be used on
the LCD screen.
60min
STBY
Select the category.
0:00:00
END
CAMERA SET
PICT. APPLI.
EDIT/PLAY
b Notes
STANDARD SET
TIME/LANGU.
• Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]]
(simplified English) for when you cannot find
your native tongue among the options.
OK
2
3
Touch
category, then touch
/
to select a menu
.
60min
Select the item.
STBY
0:00:00
END
SCENE SELECT
SPOT METER
EXPOSURE
WHITE BAL.
AUTOSLW SHTR
OK
Touch
item, then touch
.
/
to select a menu
t [YES] t
The menu item is added to the end of
the list.
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Customizing Personal Menu (Continued)
Deleting a menu item
Arranging the order of menu
items displayed on Personal
Menu
1
Touch
t [DELETE].
t [P-MENU SET UP]
1
Touch
t [SORT].
t [P-MENU SET UP]
If the desired menu item is not
displayed, touch
/
.
If the desired menu item is not
displayed, touch
60min
STBY
Select button to delete.
0:00:00
END
/
.
DISP
GUIDE
MENU
SCENE
SELECT
LCD
BRIGHT
1/3
TELE
MACRO
2
3
4
5
Touch the menu item you want to
move.
FADER
2
3
Touch the menu item that you
want to delete.
Touch
/
to move the menu
item to the desired place.
60min
DELETE
STBY
0:00:00
Delete this from
CAMERA-TAPE mode's
P-MENU?
Touch
.
YES
NO
To sort more items, repeat steps 2 to 4.
Touch [END] t
.
Touch [YES] t
.
b Notes
• You cannot move [P-MENU SET UP].
b Notes
• You cannot delete [MENU] and [P-MENU SET
UP].
Initializing the Personal Menu
settings (Reset)
Touch
t [P-MENU SET UP] t
[RESET] t [YES] t [YES] t
.
If the desired menu item is not displayed,
touch
/
.
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Dubbing/Editing
Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders
You can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs
or DVD/HDD recorders.
You can connect your camcorder to VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders, using the A/V connecting
cable (1), the A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (2), or the i.LINK cable (3).
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation
Device without
an S VIDEO jack
Devicewith an
S VIDEO jack
(Black)
(Yellow)
(White)
(White)
(Red)
1
A/V OUT jack
(Yellow)
(Red)
A/V OUT
DV
2
VCRs or
DVD/HDD
recorders
To i.LINK jack
3
To DV Interface
(i.LINK)
: Signal flow
white and red plugs (left/right audio) and S
VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of an A/V
connecting cable. In this case, the yellow
(standard video) plug connection is not
necessary. S VIDEO connection only will not
output audio.
A A/V connecting cable (supplied)
The Handycam Station and your camcorder
are both equipped with A/V OUT jacks
either to the Handycam Station or to your
camcorder, depending on your setup.
C i.LINK cable (optional)
B A/V connecting cable with S
Use an i.LINK cable to connect your
camcorder to another device equipped with an
i.LINK jack. The video and audio signals are
transmitted digitally, producing high quality
pictures and sound. Note that you cannot
output picture and sound separately.
VIDEO (optional)
When connecting to another device via the S
VIDEO jack, by using the A/V connecting
cable with an S VIDEO cable, pictures can be
reproduced more faithfully than with the
supplied A/V cable connection. Connect the
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Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders (Continued)
b Notes
Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with your recording device for
details.
• When you are connecting your camcorder to a
monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the
A/V connecting cable to the video input jack,
and the red (right channel) or the white (left
channel) plug to the audio input jack on the
device.
• When you connect a device via an A/V
connecting cable, set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD
5
When dubbing is complete, stop
your camcorder and the
recording device.
• While your camcorder is sending signals to
another device via an i.LINK cable,
appears on the LCD screen on your
camcorder.
b Notes
• Set [TV TYPE] according to the playback
device (TV, etc.) when connecting with the A/V
connecting cable.
1
Prepare your camcorder for
playback.
• To record the date/time and camera settings data
when connected by the A/V connecting cable,
• The following cannot be output via the DV
Interface (i.LINK):
Insert the recorded cassette.
Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to
turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.
– Indicators
• When connected using an i.LINK cable, the
recorded picture becomes rough when a picture
is paused on your camcorder while recording.
• When connected using an i.LINK cable, data
code (date/time/camera settings data) may not
be displayed or recorded depending on the
device or application.
2
3
Insert the recording media in the
recording device.
If your recording device has an input
selector, set it to the appropriate input
(such as video input1, video input2).
Connect your camcorder to the
recording device (VCR or DVD/
HDD recorder) with the A/V
connecting cable (supplied) 1,
an A/V connecting cable with S
VIDEO (optional) 2 or an i.LINK
cable (optional) 3.
Connect your camcorder to the input
jacks of the recording device.
4
Start playback on the camcorder,
and recording on the recording
device.
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Recording pictures from a TV or VCR etc.
You can record pictures or TV programs from a TV or VCR etc., onto a tape, you can also
record a scene as a still image onto a “Memory Stick Duo” using an optional i.LINK cable.
Be sure to insert a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” for recording in your camcorder
beforehand.
You can connect your camcorder to a TV, VCR etc. or an i.LINK-compatible device using the
i.LINK cable (optional).
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation
b Notes
• You cannot record pictures on your camcorder from a TV or VCR etc. that does not have
an i.LINK jack.
DV
To i.LINK jack
TV or VCR etc.
To DV Interface (i.LINK)
i.LINK cable (optional)
: Signal flow
When connecting your camcorder to
another device using an i.LINK cable, the
3
4
Slide the POWER switch
repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/
EDIT lamp.
video and audio signals are transmitted
digitally, producing high quality pictures
and sound. Note that you cannot output
picture and sound separately.
Set your camcorder to recording
pause mode.
Recording movies
Touch
[REC PAUSE].
t [
REC CTRL] t
1
2
Connect your TV or VCR to your
camcorder with an i.LINK cable.
If you are recording from a VCR,
insert a cassette.
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Recording pictures from a TV or VCR etc. (Continued)
5
When recording pictures from a
VCR:
Start playing the cassette on the
VCR.
3
Press PHOTO lightly at the scene
you want to record. Check the
image and press it fully.
When recording pictures from a
TV:
b Notes
Select a TV program.
• The
indicator appears when you
connect your camcorder and other devices via
an i.LINK cable. (This indicator may also
appear on the connected device.)
The picture played on the connected
device appears on the LCD screen of
your camcorder.
6
7
8
Touch [REC START] at the point
you want to start recording.
Stop recording.
Touch
(Stop) or [REC PAUSE].
Touch
t
.
Recording still images
1
Perform steps 1 to 3 in
“Recording movies.”
2
Start playing the cassette on the
VCR, or select a TV program.
The pictures on the VCR or TV appear
on the screen of your camcorder.
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Dubbing pictures from
a tape to a “Memory
Stick Duo”
You can record a desired scene onto a
“Memory Stick Duo” as a still image, from
a movie you recorded on a tape. Make sure
you have a recorded tape and a “Memory
Stick Duo” inserted into your camcorder.
Deleting recorded
pictures from the
“Memory Stick Duo”
1
Slide the POWER switch
repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/
EDIT lamp.
1
2
Slide the POWER switch
repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/
EDIT lamp.
2
Touch
.
101
2/10
MEMORYY PLAY
60min
101–00012
1.0M
GUIDE
Search and record the scene you
want to record.
P-MENU
Touch
(Play) to play back the
3
4
Select a picture you want to
tape, then press PHOTO lightly at the
scene you want to record. Check the
image and press it fully.
delete with
/
.
Touch
t [YES].
b Notes
• The date and time the picture is recorded on the
tape and stored on the “Memory Stick Duo” are
recorded. On your camcorder, the date and time
the picture is recorded on the tape are displayed.
Camera setting data recorded on the tape cannot
be stored on the “Memory Stick Duo.”
• Still images will be fixed to image size [0.2M]
when playing back the 16:9 picture, or [VGA
(0.3M)] when playing back the 4:3 picture.
b Notes
• The pictures cannot be restored once they are
deleted.
• Pictures cannot be deleted when a “Memory
Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab is set to
z Tips
• To delete all pictures at once, select [
ALL
• You can delete pictures on the index screen
be deleted by displaying 6 pictures at once.
Touch
you want to delete t
t [ DELETE] t the picture
t [YES].
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Marking images on the “Memory Stick Duo”
with specific information (Print mark/Image
protection)
• 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.
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. 79).
Selecting still images for
printing (Print mark)
Preventing accidental erasure
(Image protection)
The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
standard is used to select images for
printing on your camcorder.
You can select and mark images to prevent
accidental erasure.
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.)
1
Slide the POWER switch
repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/
EDIT lamp.
1
Slide the POWER switch
repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/
EDIT lamp.
2
3
Touch
[PROTECT].
t
t
t
Touch the image that you want to
protect.
2
3
Touch
t
t
t
[PRINT MARK].
PROTECT
-
appears.
Touch the image that you want to
print out later.
101–0002
101
2/10
OK
PRINT MARK
appears.
4
Touch
t [END].
101–0002
101
2/10
OK
b Notes
4
Touch
t [END].
• To cancel image protection, touch the image
again to cancel image protection in step 3.
b Notes
• To cancel Print mark, touch the image again to
cancel Print mark in step 3.
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Printing recorded images
(PictBridge compliant printer)
b Notes
You can print out pictures using a
PictBridge compliant printer without
connecting the camcorder to a computer.
• We cannot guarantee the operation of models
that are not PictBridge compatible.
z Tips
• You can also operate by selecting in the
following orders:
Connect the AC Adaptor to obtain power
Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” containing
still images into your camcorder and turn
on the printer.
– Touch
t [MENU] t
(PICT.APPLI.) t [USB SELECT] t
[PictBridge PRINT]
– Touch
t [MENU] t
(PICT.APPLI.) t [PictBridge PRINT]
Connecting your camcorder to
the printer
Printing
1
2
Slide the POWER switch
repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/
EDIT lamp.
1
Select the image to be printed
with
/
.
2
3
Touch
t [COPIES].
of the Handycam Station to the
printer using the USB cable.
Select the number of copies to be
printed with
[USB SELECT] appears on the screen
automatically.
/
.
A maximum of 20 copies of the image
can be printed.
3
Touch [PictBridge PRINT].
4
5
Touch
To print the date and time on the image,
touch
t [END].
When connection is complete,
(PictBridge connecting) appears on
the screen.
t [DATE/TIME] t
101
[DATE] or [DAY&TIME] t
.
1/10
1.0M
PictBridge PRINT
101-0001
END
Touch [EXEC] t [YES].
+
-
SET EXEC
When printing is finished, [Printing...]
disappears and the image selection
screen appears again.
One of the images stored on the
“Memory Stick Duo” will be displayed.
Touch [END] when printing is
completed.
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Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) (Continued)
b Notes
• 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.
– Operate the POWER switch.
– Disconnect the power cord.
– Remove your camcorder from the Handycam
Station.
– Disconnect the USB cable from the
Handycam Station or the printer.
– Remove the “Memory Stick Duo” from your
camcorder.
• If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB
cable, turn the printer off and on again and
restart the operation from the beginning.
• On some printer models, the top, bottom, right,
and left edges of images may be trimmed. If you
print a still image recorded in a 16:9 (wide)
ratio, the left and right ends of the image may be
trimmed widely.
• Some printer models may not support the date
and time printing function. Refer to your
printer’s operating instructions for details.
• We cannot guarantee the printing of images
recorded with a device other than your
camcorder.
• 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.
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Using a Computer
What you can do with Windows computer
When you install the “Picture Motion
Browser” on a Windows computer from the
About “First Step Guide”
supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the
The “First Step Guide” is an instruction
following operations.
manual you can refer to on your computer.
This describes basic operations, from initial
hookup of your camcorder and computer
b Notes
• You cannot install the supplied software,
and making settings, to general operation
“Picture Motion Browser,” on a Macintosh
the first time you use the software “Picture
Motion Browser” stored on the CD-ROM
(supplied).
computer.
Referring to “Installing the “First Step
Guide”” (p. 64), start the “First Step
Guide”, then follow the instructions.
About the help function of the
software
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.
Main functions
x Importing/Viewing movies taken
with your camcorder
System requirements
You can manage movies and still images
by date and time of shooting, and select
movies or still images you want to view as
thumbnails. These thumbnails can be
enlarged and played in a slide show.
When using “Picture Motion Browser”
OS: Microsoft Windows 2000
Professional, Windows XP Home
Edition, Windows XP Professional
or Windows XP Media Center
Edition
x Editing pictures imported to a
computer
Standard installation is required.
Operation is not assured if the above
OS has been upgraded or in a multi-
boot environment.
You can edit imported movies and still
images on a computer.
x Exporting movies from your
CPU: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or
computer to your camcorder
faster
You can export movies that have been
imported to a computer from your
camcorder, back to your camcorder.
Application: DirectX 9.0c or later
(This product is based on DirectX
technology. It is necessary to have
DirectX installed.)
Sound system: Direct Sound
compatible sound card
Memory: 256 MB or more
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What you can do with Windows
computer (Continued)
Installing the “First
Step Guide” and
software
You need to install the “First Step Guide”
and software to your Windows computer
before connecting your camcorder
to the computer. The installation is
required only for the first time.
Hard disk:
Disc volume required for
installation: Approximately 350 MB
Display: DirectX 7 or later-compatible
video card, Minimum 1024 × 768
dots, High Color (16 bit color)
Others: USB port (this must be
provided as standard), DV Interface
(IEEE1394, i.LINK) (to connect via
an i.LINK cable), optical disc drive
(CD-ROM drive is necessary for
installation)
Contents to be installed and procedures
may differ depending on your OS.
z Tips
computer.
When playing still images recorded on a
“Memory Stick Duo” on a computer
OS: Microsoft Windows 2000
Professional, Windows XP Home
Edition, Windows XP Professional
or Windows XP Media Center
Edition
Installing the “First Step Guide”
1
2
Confirm that your camcorder is
not connected to the computer.
Standard installation is required.
Operation is not assured if the above
OS has been upgraded.
Turn on the computer.
• Log on as an Administrator for installation.
CPU: MMX Pentium 200 MHz or
• Close all applications running on the
computer before installing the software.
faster
Others: USB port (this must be
provided as standard)
3
Place the supplied CD-ROM in the
disc drive of your computer.
b Notes
• Operations are not guaranteed on all the
recommended environments.
The installation screen appears.
For example, other open or background
applications running on currently may limit
product performance.
z Tips
• If your computer has a Memory Stick slot, insert
the “Memory Stick Duo” on which still images
are recorded into the Memory Stick Duo
Adaptor (optional), then insert it into the
Memory Stick slot on your computer to copy
still images to the computer.
If the screen does not appear
1 Click [Start], then click [My
Computer]. (For Windows 2000,
double-click [My Computer].)
• When using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” and
your computer is not compatible with it, connect
your camcorder with the USB cable instead of
using the Memory Stick slot on the computer.
2 Double-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)]
(CD-ROM) (disc drive).*
* Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary
depending on the computer.
4
Click [FirstStepGuide].
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5
6
Select the desired language and
the model name of your
camcorder from the pull-down
menu.
5
6
Read [License Agreement], select
[I accept the terms of the license
agreement] when you agree, then
click [Next].
Follow the on-screen instructions
to install the software.
Depending on the computer, you may
need to install third party software
(shown below). If the installation screen
appears, follow the instructions to
install the required software.
Click [FirstStepGuide(HTML)].
Installation starts.
When [Save is complete] appears, click
[OK] to finish the installation.
x Microsoft DirectX 9.0c
Software required to handle movies
Restart the computer if required to
complete the installation.
To view the “First Step Guide” in PDF
In step 6, click [FirstStepGuide(PDF)].
The short-cut icons, such as [
]
(Picture Motion Browser), appear on the
desktop.
To install the software “Adobe
Reader” to display the PDF file
In step 6, click [Adobe(R) Reader(R)].
Installing the software
1
Perform steps 1 to 3 in “Installing
7
Remove the CD-ROM from the
disc drive of your computer.
2
3
Click [Install].
After you install the software,
a shortcut icon for the
customers registration website
is created on the desktop.
Select the language for the
application to be installed, then
click [Next].
• Once you register on the website, you
can get secure and useful customer
support.
4
Check your country/region, then
click [Next].
http://www.sony.net/registration/di/
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Viewing “First Step
Guide”
To view “First Step Guide” on your
computer, Microsoft Internet Explorer
Ver.6.0 or later is recommended.
Double-click the short-cut icon for “First
Step Guide” on the desktop.
Using a Macintosh
computer
You can copy the still images from the
“Memory Stick Duo” to the Macintosh.
Install “First Step Guide” in the supplied
CD-ROM.
b Notes
z Tips
• The supplied software “Picture Motion
Browser” does not operate on Mac OS.
• Refer to “First Step Guide” for the details on
connecting your camcorder to the computer and
copying the still images.
• You can also start by selecting [Start] t
[Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP)
t [Sony Picture Utility] t [FirstStepGuide]
t Your camcorder’s folder t “First Step
Guide” in HTML.
• To view “First Step Guide” in HTML without
installing, copy the desired language folder from
the [FirstStepGuide] folder on the CD-ROM,
and then double-click [Index.html].
• Refer to the “First Step Guide” in PDF in the
following cases:
– When printing the desired topics of “First
Step Guide”
– When “First Step Guide” is not displayed
correctly due to the browser setting even in
recommended environment.
System requirements
To copy still images from a “Memory
Stick Duo”
OS: Mac OS 9.1/9.2 or Mac OS X (v10.1/
v10.2/v10.3/v10.4).
Others: USB port (this must be provided as
standard)
– When the HTML version of “First Step
Guide” cannot be installed.
About “First Step Guide”
The “First Step Guide” is an instruction
manual you can refer to on your computer.
This describes basic operations, from initial
hookup of your camcorder and computer
and making setting, to general operation the
first time you use the software.
Referring to “Installing the “First Step
Guide””, start the “First Step Guide”, then
follow the instructions.
Installing “First Step Guide”
Copy “FirstStepGuide(PDF),” stored in the
desired language in the [FirstStepGuide]
folder, to your computer.
Viewing “First Step Guide”
Double-click “FirstStepGuide(PDF)”.
If software to view PDF files is not installed
on your computer, download Adobe Reader
from their website, below;
http://www.adobe.com/
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If you run into any problems using your
camcorder, use the following table to
troubleshoot the problem. If the problem
persists, disconnect the power source and
contact your Sony dealer.
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
• Overall operations/Easy Handycam/
• Recording ..............................................70
• Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other
The menu item settings have
changed unexpectedly.
• The following settings return to the default
settings automatically when you set the
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more
than 12 hours.
– BACK LIGHT
– [SCENE SELECT]
– [SPOT METER]
• Functions that cannot be used together
– [EXPOSURE]
– [WHITE BAL.]
– [SPOT FOCUS]
– [FOCUS]
– [AUDIO MIX]
Overall operations/Easy
Handycam/Remote Commander
The power does not turn on.
The camcorder gets warm.
• Attach a charged battery pack to the
• The camcorder may get warmer while you
use it. This is not a malfunction.
• Use the AC Adaptor to connect to a wall
• Insert your camcorder into the Handycam
The supplied Remote Commander
does not function.
• Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [ON] (p. 52).
• Remove any obstructions between the
Remote Commander and the remote sensor.
• Keep strong light sources, such as sunlight
or overhead lighting, away from the remote
sensor, otherwise the Remote Commander
may not function properly.
The camcorder does not operate
even when the power is set to on.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall
outlet or remove the battery pack, then
reconnect it after about 1 minute.
sharp-pointed object. (If you press the
RESET button, all settings are reset, except
Personal Menu items.)
• Insert a fresh battery in the compartment
with its +/– terminals matching those of the
Another VCR malfunctions when you
use the supplied Remote
Commander.
Buttons do not work.
• During Easy Handycam operation, not all
• Select a commander mode other than VTR
2 for your VCR.
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67
Troubleshooting (Continued)
• Cover the sensor of your VCR with black
paper.
• The indicated time may not be correct in
certain circumstances. For example, when
you open or close the LCD panel, it takes
about 1 minute to display the correct
remaining battery time.
Batteries/Power sources
The power abruptly turns off.
The battery pack discharges too
quickly.
• When approximately 5 minutes have
elapsed while you do not operate your
camcorder, the camcorder is automatically
turned off (A.SHUT OFF). Change the
Adaptor.
• Ambient temperature 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, the battery may be worn-
• The battery is fully discharged, or almost
LCD screen/viewfinder
The CHG (charge) lamp does not
light while the battery pack is being
charged.
A rippling effect appears on the LCD
screen when you touch it.
• Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)
• This is not a malfunction. Do not press hard
on the LCD screen.
• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder
• Connect the power cord to the wall outlet
properly.
• Insert your camcorder into the Handycam
You cannot turn the LCD backlight
off.
you cannot turn the LCD backlight on/off
by pressing and holding DISP/BATT
INFO.
The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while
the battery pack is being charged.
You cannot turn off the indicator.
• You cannot turn off
. Touch
to
• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder
disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall
outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The
battery pack may be worn-out.
The buttons do not appear on the
touch panel.
• Touch the LCD screen lightly.
• Press DISP/BATT INFO on your
camcorder (or DISPLAY on the Remote
The remaining battery time indicator
does not indicate the correct time.
• Ambient temperature is too high or too low,
or the battery pack has not been charged
enough. This is not a malfunction.
The buttons on the touch panel do
not work correctly or do not work at
all.
• Fully charge the battery again. If the
problem persists, the battery may be worn-
• Adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION])
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Menu items are grayed out.
The cassette is noisier during
rewinding or fast-forwarding.
• You cannot select grayed items in the
current recording/playback situation.
• When using the AC Adaptor, rewind/fast
forward speed increases (compared with
battery operation) and therefore increases
noise. This is not a malfunction.
is not displayed.
• During Easy Handycam operation, not all
menu items are functional. Cancel Easy
You cannot delete the recorded
picture on the tape.
• You cannot delete a recorded picture on
tape; you can only rewind the tape and
record again. The new recording overwrites
the existing one.
The picture in the viewfinder is not
clear.
• Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever
You cannot operate functions using
the “Memory Stick Duo.”
The picture in the viewfinder has
disappeared.
• Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn
on the CAMERA-MEMORY or PLAY/
• If you use a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted
on a computer, format it again on your
• Close the LCD panel. The picture is not
displayed in the viewfinder when the LCD
Cassette tapes/ “Memory Stick
Duo”
You cannot delete pictures or format
a “Memory Stick Duo.”
The cassette cannot be ejected from
the compartment.
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of
the “Memory Stick Duo” if there is one
• Cancel image protection on the picture
• The maximum number of pictures that you
can delete on the index screen at one time is
100.
• Make sure the power source (battery pack
or AC Adaptor) is connected correctly
• Moisture condensation has occurred inside
The Cassette Memory indicator or
title display does not appear while
using a cassette with Cassette
Memory.
Image protection cannot be applied,
or you cannot mark pictures for
print.
• This camcorder does not support Cassette
Memory, so the indicator does not appear.
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of
the “Memory Stick Duo” if there is one
• Perform the operation again on the index
The remaining tape indicator is not
displayed.
• Set [
REMAINING] to [ON] to always
• The maximum number of pictures you can
mark for print is 999.
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Troubleshooting (Continued)
The data file name is not indicated
correctly, or flashes.
You cannot record a smooth
transition on a tape from the last
recorded scene to the next.
• The file is damaged.
• Use the file format that is compatible with
• 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.
Recording
Refer also to “Cassette tapes/ “Memory
• Avoid stopping then recording a movie in
the LP mode.
The tape does not start when you
press REC START/STOP.
[END SEARCH] does not work.
• Do not eject the cassette after recording
• There is nothing recorded on the cassette.
• There is a blank section between recorded
sections of the tape. This is not a
malfunction.
• Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn
• The tape has reached the end. Rewind it, or
insert a new cassette.
• Set the write-protect tab to REC or insert a
• 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
Smooth interval recording stops/
[Smooth interval rec discontinued
due to error.] appears and recording
stops.
• The video head may be dirty. Use a
• Try again from the beginning.
• Use a Sony mini DV cassette.
You cannot record on the “Memory
Stick Duo.”
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is full. Insert
another “Memory Stick Duo” or format the
unnecessary pictures recorded on the
The auto focus does not function.
• Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO] (p. 39).
• When you set [SMTH INT.REC] to [ON],
still images cannot be recorded on a
“Memory Stick Duo” during tape recording
• The recording conditions are not suitable
for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually
[STEADYSHOT] does not function.
The recording image view looks
different.
• The recording image view may look
different depending on the condition of
your camcorder. This is not a malfunction.
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The BACK LIGHT function does not
function.
The screen picture is dark, and the
subject does not appear on the
screen.
• In the following settings, the BACK
LIGHT function is canceled.
– [MANUAL] of [EXPOSURE]
– [SPOT METER]
• Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few
• The BACK LIGHT function does not work
Undesirable flicker occurs.
• This anomaly may occur when recording
pictures under the discharge tube, such as a
fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury
lamp, with [PORTRAIT] or [SPORTS].
This is not a malfunction.
A vertical band appears when
recording candlelight or electric light
in the dark.
• This occurs when the contrast between the
subject and the background is too high.
This is not a malfunction.
Black bands appear when you
record a TV screen or computer
screen.
A vertical band appears when
recording a bright subject.
• This phenomenon is called the smear effect.
This is not a malfunction.
[The lens cover might be closed.
Check the cover.] appears on the
screen when the lens cover is open.
Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or
green appear on the screen.
• There is not enough light, or the lens is
covered by your finger or other object.
• The spots appear when you are recording in
[AUTOSLW SHTR], [SLOW SHUTTR],
[SUPER NSPLUS], or [COLOR SLOW S].
This is not a malfunction.
You cannot use [SUPER NSPLUS].
• The NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch is not set
The color of the picture is not
correctly displayed.
[COLOR SLOW S] does not operate
correctly.
• Deactivate the NightShot plus function
• [COLOR SLOW S] may not operate
correctly in total darkness. Use NightShot
plus or [SUPER NSPLUS].
The screen picture is bright, and the
subject does not appear on the
screen.
Playback
• Deactivate the NightShot plus function
Refer also to the “Cassette tapes/ “Memory
You cannot play back a tape.
• Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn
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Troubleshooting (Continued)
Image data stored on a “Memory
Stick Duo” cannot be played back.
is displayed on the screen.
• The tape you are playing was recorded on
another device with a 4ch microphone
(4CH MIC REC). Your camcorder is not
compatible with 4ch microphone recording.
• Image data cannot be played back if you
have modified file or folder names, or have
edited the data on a computer (In this case,
the file name flashes). This is not a
• Pictures recorded on other devices may not
be played back or may not appear in their
Date search does not work correctly.
• Be sure to record more than 2 minutes after
the date changed. If one day’s recording is
too short, your camcorder may not
accurately find the point where the
recording date changes.
• There is a blank section in the beginning or
between recorded sections of the tape. This
is not a malfunction.
Horizontal lines appear on the
picture. The displayed pictures are
not clear or do not appear.
• Clean the head using the cleaning cassette
Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to
other devices
No sound or only a low sound is
heard.
Pictures output from the camcorder
do not appear on the screen of the
connected device.
• Adjust [AUDIO MIX] until the sound is
• 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
• If you are using an S VIDEO plug, make
sure the red and white plugs of the A/V
The sound breaks off.
• Clean the head using the cleaning cassette
Pictures from connected devices
cannot be zoomed.
• You cannot zoom pictures from connected
“---” 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.
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
Noises appear and
on the screen.
is displayed
• The tape was recorded in a TV color system
other than that of your camcorder (NTSC).
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• Disconnect the cable from the computer
and camcorder, restart the computer, then
connect them again correctly.
You cannot dub correctly using the
A/V connecting cable.
• The A/V connecting cable is not connected
properly. Make sure that the A/V
connecting cable is connected to the input
jack of another device for dubbing a picture
You cannot install the supplied
software, “Picture Motion Browser,”
on a Macintosh computer.
• You can install “Picture Motion Browser”
only on a Windows computer.
New sound added to a recorded tape
is not heard.
Functions that cannot be used
together
• Adjust [AUDIO MIX] until the sound is
Depending on the functions, you may not
be able to use them together. The following
list shows examples of menu items and
functions that cannot be used at the same
time.
Pictures from connected devices are
not displayed correctly.
Not available
If this function is set
Still pictures cannot be dubbed from
a tape to a “Memory Stick Duo.”
BACK LIGHT
[FIREWORKS],
[SPOT METER],
[EXPOSURE]
• You cannot record or a distorted picture
may be recorded if the tape has been used
repeatedly for recording.
[SCENE SELECT]
NightShot plus,
[TELE MACRO],
[SUPER NSPLUS],
[COLOR SLOW S]
The picture gets disturbed or dark,
or the sounds get distorted.
[CANDLE],
[FIREWORKS],
[SPORTS]
When the POWER
switch is set to
CAMERA-
• A/V connecting cables are connected to
both your camcorder and the Handycam
Station. Disconnect one of the A/V
connecting cables.
MEMORY
[SPOT METER]
[EXPOSURE]
[WHITE BAL.]
NightShot plus,
[SUPER NSPLUS]
Connecting to a computer
NightShot plus,
[SUPER NSPLUS]
The computer does not recognize
your camcorder.
NightShot plus,
[SUPER NSPLUS]
• Install the “Picture Motion Browser”
• The computer may not recognize your
camcorder for a few moments after you
connect it. Wait for a while.
[SPOT FOCUS]
[TELE MACRO]
[SUPER NSPLUS]
[SCENE SELECT]
[SCENE SELECT]
[FADER],
• Insert your camcorder into the Handycam
[D.EFFECT]
• Disconnect USB devices other than the
keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder
from the (USB) jack on the computer.
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Troubleshooting (Continued)
Warning indicators
and messages
Not available
If this function is set
Self-diagnosis display/Warning
indicators
[COLOR SLOW S] NightShot plus,
[SCENE SELECT],
[SUPER NSPLUS],
[FADER],
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.
[D.EFFECT]
[DIGITAL ZOOM] [TELE MACRO]
[FADER]
[CANDLE],
[FIREWORKS],
[SUPER NSPLUS],
[COLOR SLOW S],
[D.EFFECT]
C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis
display)
[D.EFFECT]
[OLD MOVIE]
[CANDLE],
[FIREWORKS],
[SUPER NSPLUS],
[COLOR SLOW S],
[FADER]
C:04:ss
• The battery pack is not an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H
series). Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery
[PICT.EFFECT]
• Connect the DC plug of the AC
Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your
C:21:ss
• Moisture condensation has occurred.
Remove the cassette and leave your
camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-
C:22:ss
• Clean the head using a cleaning
C:31:ss / C:32:ss
• 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 condensation has occurred
• Remove the power source. Reconnect it
and operate your camcorder again.
• Change the cassette. Press RESET
again.
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E:61:ss / E:62:ss
Q (Warning indicators pertaining to
• Contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility. Inform
them of the 5-digit code, which starts
from “E.”
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
101-1001(Warning indicator
pertaining to files)
• The file is damaged.
Fast flashing:
• The tape has run out.*
E (Battery level warning)
Z (Eject cassette warning)*
• The battery pack is nearly used up.
• Depending on the operating,
environment, or battery conditions, E
may flash, even if there are
approximately 5 to 10 minutes
remaining.
Slow flashing:
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is
Fast flashing:
• Moisture condensation has occurred
(p. 83).
• The self-diagnosis display code is
% (Moisture condensation warning)*
• Eject the cassette, remove the power
source, and then leave it for about 1
- (Warning indicator pertaining to
image deletion)*
(Warning indicator pertaining to
“Memory Stick Duo”)
• A “Memory Stick Duo” is not inserted
- (Warning indicator pertaining
to the write-protect of the “Memory
Stick Duo”)*
(Warning indicators pertaining to
“Memory Stick Duo” formatting)*
• The write-protect tab on the “Memory
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is damaged.
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is not
(Warning indicator pertaining to
camera-shake warning)
• 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.
(Warning indicator pertaining to
incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”)*
• An incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”
* You hear a melody when the warning indicators
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Warning indicators and messages (Continued)
Examples of warning messages
Check the connected device.
• Switch off the printer and switch it on
again, then disconnect the USB cable
and reconnect it.
If messages appear on the screen, follow the
instructions.
z Tips
Cannot print. Check the printer.
• When
turned into
to display the message again.
is displayed, the message can be
by touching . Touch
• Switch off the printer and switch it on
again, then disconnect the USB cable
and reconnect it.
%Z Moisture condensation. Eject
the cassette (p. 83)
% Moisture condensation. Turn off
for 1H. (p. 83)
• Check if the cassette is damaged.
QZ The tape is locked - check the
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.”
This Memory Stick is not
formatted correctly.
• Check the format, then format the
“Memory Stick Duo” as necessary
Memory Stick folders are full.
• You cannot create folders exceeding
999MSDCF. You cannot delete created
folders using your camcorder.
• You will have to format the “Memory
your computer.
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Additional Information
Using your camcorder abroad
Power supply
Simple setting of the clock by time
difference
You can easily set the clock to the local
time abroad by entering the time difference
between where you live and where you are.
You can use your camcorder in any
country/region using the AC Adaptor
supplied with your camcorder within the
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range.
Use a commercially available AC plug
adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the
design of the wall outlet [b].
Select [WORLD TIME] in the
LANGU.) menu, then set the time
difference (p. 53).
(TIME/
AC-L200/L200B
[a]
[b]
On TV color systems
Your camcorder is NTSC system, so its
picture can only be viewed on a NTSC
system TV with an AUDIO/VIDEO input
jack.
System
Used in
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.
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 Brazil
PAL - N Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay.
SECAM Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran,
Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine,
etc.
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Maintenance and precautions
x To prevent accidental erasure
Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to
set it to SAVE.
Usable cassette tapes
You can use mini DV format cassettes only.
Use a cassette with the
mark.
Your camcorder is not compatible with the
Cassette Memory function.
To prevent a blank section from being
created on the tape
Go to the end of the recorded section using
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
x When labeling the cassette
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.
• You have used EDIT SEARCH.
Copyright signal
x When you play back
Do not put a label
along this border.
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.
x When you record
Labeling position
You cannot record software on your
camcorder that contains copyright control
signals for copyright protection of software.
[Cannot record due to copyright
x 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.
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.
x When cleaning the gold-plated
connector
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 show correctly.
Notes on use
x When not using your camcorder for a
long time
Remove the cassette and store it.
Gold-plated connector
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• Data read/write speed may vary depending on
the combination of the “Memory Stick” and
“Memory Stick” compliant product you use.
About the “Memory Stick”
A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable
IC recording medium with a large data
capacity. You can use only a “Memory
Stick Duo,” which is about the half size of a
standard “Memory Stick,” with your
camcorder.
However, we do not guarantee the
operation of all types of “Memory Stick
Duo” on your camcorder.
On a “Memory Stick Duo” with a
write-protect tab
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.
Notes on use
Damaged or lost image data will not be
compensated for, and may occur in the
following cases:
• 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).
Recording/
Types of “Memory Stick”
Playback
“Memory Stick”
(without MagicGate)
–
“Memory Stick Duo”
(without MagicGate)*
a
1
“MagicGate Memory Stick”
–
2
3
“Memory Stick Duo”
a* *
1
(with MagicGate)*
• If you use the “Memory Stick Duo” near
magnets or magnetic fields.
3
“MagicGate Memory Stick
a*
1
Duo” *
It is recommended you make a back-up of
important data on the hard disk of a
computer.
“Memory Stick PRO”
–
1
2
3
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” *
a* *
*1 A “Memory Stick Duo” is about half the size of
a standard “Memory Stick.”
x 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.
• When you carry or store a “Memory Stick Duo,”
put it in its case.
*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 Sony-developed copyright
protection technology that records and transfers
contents in an encrypted format. Note that data
that uses “MagicGate” technology cannot be
recorded or played on your camcorder.
• 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.”
• Still image format: Your camcorder compresses
and records image data in the JPEG (Joint
Photographic Experts Group) format. The file
extension is “.JPG.”
• File names of still images:
– 101- 0001: This file name appears on the
screen of your camcorder.
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory
Stick Duo.”
• Do not let the “Memory Stick Duo” get wet.
– DSC00001.JPG: This file name appears on
the display of a computer.
• A “Memory Stick Duo” formatted by a
• Be careful to keep “Memory Stick Duo” media
out of the reach of small children. There is
danger that a child might swallow it.
computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have
guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder.
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Maintenance and precautions (Continued)
• Do not insert anything other than a “Memory
Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot.
Doing so may cause a malfunction.
conform to the universal standard. (These
models are not sold in some regions.)
• If you cannot use a “Memory Stick Duo” that
has been used with another device, format it
formatting erases all information on the
“Memory Stick Duo.”
x 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.
• You may not be able to play back images with
your camcorder:
• Places under direct sunlight.
• Places with extremely high humidity or subject
to corrosive gases.
– When playing back image data modified on
your computer.
– When playing back image data recorded with
other devices.
x On the Memory Stick Duo adaptor
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.
About the “InfoLITHIUM”
battery pack
This unit is compatible with an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series).
Your camcorder operates only with an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.
“InfoLITHIUM” H series battery packs
• 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 cause a
malfunction. Also, if you force the “Memory
Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot in
the wrong direction, the Memory Stick Duo
adaptor may be damaged.
have the
mark.
What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery
pack?
An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a
lithium-ion battery pack that has functions
for communicating information related to
operating conditions between your
camcorder and an optional AC Adaptor/
charger.
• Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo adaptor
without a “Memory Stick Duo” attached. Doing
so may result in malfunctions of the unit.
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
calculates the power consumption
according to the operating conditions of
your camcorder, and displays the remaining
battery time in minutes.
x On a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
• The maximum memory capacity of a “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” that can be used on your
camcorder is 4 GB.
• This unit does not support high speed data
transfer.
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.
On image data compatibility
• Image data files recorded on a “Memory Stick
Duo” by your camcorder conform to the
“Design rule for Camera File system” 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-
TRV900 or DSC-D700/D770) that do not
• When charging the battery pack while the AC
Adaptor is connected to your camcorder, after
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charging is complete, disconnect the cable from
the DC IN jack on your camcorder or remove
the battery pack.
About storage of the battery pack
• 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 use the battery pack effectively
• 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.
• To discharge the battery pack on your
camcorder completely, set [A.SHUT OFF] to
[NEVER] on the
(STANDARD SET)
menu and leave your camcorder in tape
recording standby until the power goes off
– Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-FH70/
FH100 (optional).
• Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent
playback, fast forward or rewind operation
wears out the battery pack faster.
About battery life
• Battery capacity decreases over time and
through repeated use. If decreased usage time
between charges becomes significant, it is
probably time to replace it with a new one.
• Each battery’s life is governed by storage,
operating and environmental conditions.
We recommend using a large capacity battery
pack: NP-FH70/FH100 (optional).
• Be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF
(CHG) 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.
• Have spare battery packs ready for two or three
times the expected recording time, and make
trial recordings before making the actual
recording.
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.
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The
battery pack is not water resistant.
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. Possible
applications are operations and data
transactions with various digital AV
devices.
When two or more i.LINK-compatible
devices are daisy-chained with the unit,
operation becomes possible from any
device in the chain. Note that operation
method may vary, or data transactions may
not be possible, depending on specifications
and characteristics of the connected
devices.
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. 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 rough
guide only.
• The E 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.
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Maintenance and precautions (Continued)
• Normally, only one device can be connected to
this unit with an i.LINK cable. 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.
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.
b Notes
• When connecting your camcorder to another
i.LINK-compatible device, be sure to turn off
the power of the device and disconnect the AC
Adaptor from the wall outlet before connecting
or disconnecting the i.LINK cable.
• 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 3 types.
About the required i.LINK cable
Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable
(during DV dubbing).
S100 (approx. 100Mbps*)
S200 (approx. 200Mbps)
S400 (approx. 400Mbps)
On using your camcorder
On use and care
• Do not use or store the camcorder and
accessories in the following locations.
– Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid.
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.
– 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.
• Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V
(battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
• 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
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.
* 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.
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
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.
Some i.LINK compatible video devices,
such as Digital Televisions, DVD,
MICROMV or HDV recorders/players are
not compatible with DV devices. Before
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wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired.
appears. The indicator will not appear when
the moisture condenses on the lens.
• 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 OFF (CHG)
when you are not using your camcorder.
• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause
heat to build up inside.
x 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 when both of
the following conditions are met:
• The warning message does not appear when the
power is turned on.
• Neither % or Z flash when a cassette is inserted
and video operation buttons are touched.
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.
• When disconnecting the power cord, pull it by
the plug and not the cord.
• Do not damage the power cord such as by
placing anything heavy on it.
• Keep metal contacts clean.
• 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.
x 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.
– wash off any liquid that may have contacted
your skin.
• When you bring your camcorder from a ski
slope into a place warmed up by a heating
device.
– if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with
plenty of water and consult a doctor.
x When not using your camcorder for a
• 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.
long time
• Periodically turn on the camcorder and play a
cassette for about 3 minutes.
• When you use your camcorder in a hot and
humid place.
• Use up the battery pack completely before
storing it.
x How to avoid 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, [%Z Moisture
condensation. Eject the cassette] or [%
Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H.]
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Maintenance and precautions (Continued)
It is recommended you connect your
camcorder to the wall outlet using the
supplied AC Adaptor during the operation.
Video head
• If the video heads are dirty, video or sound
distortion may be apparent.
• If the following problem occurs, clean the video
heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM-
12CLD cleaning cassette (optional).
– Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback
picture or the screen is displayed in blue.
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.
2 Touch
t [MENU] t
(STANDARD SET) t [CALIBRATION]
t
.
The screen changes to 16:9 ratio when
using 4:3 ratio.
– Playback pictures do not move.
– Playback pictures do not appear or the sound
breaks off.
CALIBRATION
1/3
Touch the "x"
– [x
Dirty video head. Use a cleaning
cassette.] appears on the screen during
recording/playback.
CANCEL
• The video heads will wear after long use. If you
cannot obtain a clear image even after using a
cleaning cassette (optional), it might be because
the video heads are worn. Please contact your
Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service
facility to have the video heads replaced.
3 Touch the “×” displayed on the screen with
the corner of the “Memory Stick Duo” or
the like.
The position of the “×” changes.
To cancel [CALIBRATION], touch
[CANCEL] in step 3.
LCD screen
• Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD
screen, as it may cause damage.
• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.
This is not a malfunction.
• While using your camcorder, the back of the
LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
If you did not press the right spot, start from
step 3 again.
b Notes
• You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is
rotated.
On handling the casing
x To clean the LCD screen
• 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.
• Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
finish.
– Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen.
– Handling with above substances on your
hands.
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.
x On adjustment of the touch panel
(CALIBRATION)
The buttons on the touch panel may not
work correctly. If this happens, follow the
procedure below.
– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
vinyl objects for a long period of time.
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5 Remove dust from the inside area where
the eyecup block was attached with a
camera blower, etc.
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
– When the lens is exposed to salty air such as
at the seaside.
• 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.
To remove dust from inside the
viewfinder
6 Attach the eyecup block to the
viewfinder, pushing it straight on until it
clicks.
1 Pull out the viewfinder.
2 While pushing in the tab on the side
with a fine-tipped implement such as a
ball point pen, pull the eyecup block in
the direction of the arrow to remove.
Tab
b Notes
• The eyecup block is a precision part. Do not
disassemble it further.
• Do not touch the lens of the eyecup block.
On charging the pre-installed
rechargeable battery
3 Remove dust from the eyecup block
Your camcorder has a pre-installed
with a camera blower, etc.
rechargeable battery to retain the date, time,
and other settings even when the POWER
switch is set to OFF (CHG). The pre-
installed rechargeable battery is always
charged while your camcorder is connected
to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor or
while the battery pack is attached. The
rechargeable battery will be fully
4 Press the viewfinder onto the body of
discharged in about 3 months if you do
not use your camcorder at all without the
the camcorder.
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Maintenance and precautions
(Continued)
Specifications
AC Adaptor connected or the battery pack
attached. Use your camcorder after
charging the pre-installed rechargeable
battery.
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.
System
Video recording system
2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system
Still image recording system
Exif Ver. 2.2*
Audio recording system
Rotary heads, PCM system
Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo
1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo)
Video signal
x Procedures
Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet
using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it
with the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG)
for more than 24 hours.
NTSC color, EIA standards
Usable cassette
Mini DV cassette with the
printed
Tape speed
mark
To change the battery of the Remote
Commander
SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s
LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s
Recording/playback time
1 While pressing on the tab, inset your
fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery
case.
2 Place a new battery with the + side facing
up.
SP: 60 min (using a DVM60 cassette)
LP: 90 min (using a DVM60 cassette)
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)
Viewfinder
3 Insert the battery case back into the Remote
Commander until it clicks.
Tab
Electric viewfinder (0.27 type, aspect
ratio 16:9, 123 200 dots)
Image device
WARNING
3 mm (1/6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled
Device)
Gross: Approx. 1 070 000 pixels
Effective (still): 1 000 000 pixels
Effective (movie): 690 000 pixels
Lens
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar
25 × (Optical), 2 000 × (Digital)
Focal length
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do
not recharge, disassemble or dispose of
in fire.
b Notes
• 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.
f=2.5 ~ 62.5 mm (1/8 ~ 2 1/2 in.)
When converted to a 35 mm still
camera
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In CAMERA-TAPE:
41 ~ 1 189 mm** (1 5/8 ~ 46 7/8 in.)
(16:9)
43 ~ 1 075 mm (1 3/4 ~ 42 3/8 in.) (4:3)
In CAMERA-MEMORY:
36 ~ 900 mm (1 7/16 ~ 35 1/2 in.) (4:3)
39 ~ 975 mm (1 9/16 ~ 38 1/2 in.) (16:9)
F1.8 ~ 3.2
General
Power requirements
DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack)
DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)
Average power consumption
During camera recording using the
viewfinder 2.5 W
During camera recording using the
LCD 2.8 W
Operating temperature
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature
Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in.)
Color temperature
[AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR]
(3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5 800 K)
Minimum illumination
-20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to + 140 °F)
Dimensions (approx.)
4 lx (lux) (AUTOSLW SHTR ON,
Shutter speed 1/30 s)
0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus
function)
63 × 85 × 114 mm
(2 1/2 × 3 3/8 × 4 1/2 in.) (w/h/d)
including the projecting parts
63 × 85 × 115 mm
(2 1/2 × 3 3/8 × 4 5/8 in.) (w/h/d)
including the projecting parts with
supplied battery pack NP-FH40
attached
* “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.
Mass (approx.)
**The focal length figures are actual figures
resulting from wide angle pixel read-out.
400 g (14 oz) main unit only,
465 g (1 lb) including the NP-FH40
rechargeable battery pack and DVM60
cassette
Output connectors
Audio/Video output
Supplied accessories
10-pin connector
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω
(ohms)
Audio signal: 327 mV (at load
impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output
impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ
(kilohms)
Handycam Station Input/Output
connectors
DCRA-C155
Audio/Video output
10-pin connector
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω
(ohms)
LCD screen
Picture
Audio signal: 327 mV (at load
impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output
impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ
(kilohms)
6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9)
Total dot number
123 200 (560 × 220)
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Specifications (Continued)
USB jack
Type
Lithium ion
mini-B
DV input/output
i.LINK Interface (IEEE1394, 4-pin
connector S100)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
AC Adaptor AC-L200/L200B
Power requirements
AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Current consumption
0.35 - 0.18 A
Power consumption
18 W
Output voltage
DC 8.4 V*
Operating temperature
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature
-20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to + 140 °F)
Dimensions (approx.)
48 × 29 × 81 mm
(1 15/16 × 1 3/16 × 3 1/4 in.) (w/h/d)
excluding the projecting parts
Mass (approx.)
170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord
* See the label on the AC Adaptor for
other specifications.
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40
Maximum output voltage
DC 8.4 V
Output voltage
DC 7.2 V
Capacity
4.9 Wh (680 mAh)
Dimensions (approx.)
31.8 × 18.5 × 45.0 mm
(1 5/16 × 3/4 × 1 13/16 in.) (w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)
45 g (1.6 oz)
Operating temperature
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
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On trademarks
• “Handycam” and
are
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• “Memory Stick,” “
Duo,” “
,” “Memory Stick
,” “Memory Stick
PRO Duo,” “
“MagicGate,” “
,”
,”
“MagicGate Memory Stick” and “MagicGate
Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
• “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
• i.LINK and are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
•
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.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are registered
trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc in the U.S.
and other countries.
• Pentium is a trademark or registered trademark
of Intel Corporation.
• Adobe and Adobe Reader are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems
Incorporated in the United States and/or other
countries.
All other product names mentioned herein may be
the trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies. Furthermore, ™ and “®”
are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
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QIduicek Rnetfeirefnyceing parts and controls
The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.
D
OPEN/EJECT lever (18)
E Hooks for a shoulder belt
Attach a shoulder belt (optional).
I Remote sensor
towards the remote sensor to operate
your camcorder.
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Handycam Station
A Interface connector
1
B
C
(USB) jack (61)
2
3
4
5
Remote Commander
7
The on-screen image when you press this
button will be recorded onto the “Memory
Stick Duo” as a still image.
8
9
1
2
3
4
B Memory control buttons (Index**, –/+,
D . > (Previous/Next) buttons
5
6
(31)**
E Video control buttons (Rewind,
Playback, Fast-forward, Pause, Stop,
q;
G Transmitter
Insulation sheet
J DISPLAY button
Toggles the screen indicators (such as Battery
Info) on or off.
b Notes
• Remove the insulation sheet before using the
Remote Commander.
• Aim the Remote Commander towards the
remote sensor to operate your camcorder
* Not available during Easy Handycam operation
with the POWER switch set to CAMERA-
TAPE.
** Not available during Easy Handycam
operation.
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Indicators displayed during recording/playback
Recording movies
Recording still images
1
2
3
4
5
9
1
0qa
qs
60min
101
FINE
1.0M
11
GUIDE
GUIDE P-MENU
6
7
8
qd
7
8
A Remaining battery (approx.)
C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or
K Quality (
or
[REC] (recording))
L “Memory Stick Duo” indicator and the
number of images that can be recorded
(approx.)
D Recording: Tape counter (hour:
minute: second)
Playback: Tape counter (hour: minute:
second)/Time code (hour: minute:
second: frame)
Viewing movies
E Recording capacity of the tape (approx.)
(52)
1
2
qf
4
5
7
F END SEARCH/EDIT SEARCH/Rec
review display switch button (30)
GUIDE
qg
N Tape transport indicator
8
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Viewing still images
Indicators when you made
changes
1
qh q;
qj qk
check the function of each indicator that
appears on the LCD screen.
ql
w;
1.0M
MEMORY PLAY
wfwg
GUIDE
b Notes
• Some of the indicators may not appear when
you use [DISP GUIDE].
7
Upper left
Upper right
wa
ws
wd
8
P Data file name
Q Picture number/Total number of
recorded pictures in the current
playback folder
Bottom
Upper left
Indicator
Center
S Previous/Next folder icon
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.”
Meaning
AUDIO MODE (50)
Touch
folder.
to move to the previous
:
Continuous photo
recording (42)
Touch
to move to the next folder.
:
:
Self-timer recording (41)
WIDE SELECT (25)
Touch
/
to move to either
the previous or the next folder.
Interval photo recording
(47)
Upper right
Indicator
Meaning
DV input (57)
DV output (55)
i.LINK connection
LCD backlight off (17)
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Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued)
Center
Checking the screen indicators
(Display guide)
Indicator
Meaning
Slide show (45)
NightShot plus (24)
You can easily check the meaning of each
indicator that appears on the LCD screen.
Super NightShot plus
(40)
1 Touch [GUIDE] t [DISP GUIDE].
60min
STBY
PictBridge connecting
(61)
E Z
Warning (74)
GUIDE
P-MENU
2 Touch the area including the indicator
that you want to check.
Bottom
The meanings of the indicators in the
area are listed on the screen. If you
cannot find the indicator you want to
Indicator
Meaning
Manual focus (39)
check, touch
/
to toggle.
9
To finish the operation, touch [END].
z Tips
• You can also operate by touching
[DISP GUIDE].
t
Backlight (25)
.
n
White balance (38)
SteadyShot off (41)
Tele macro (40)
Other indicator
Indicator
Meaning
Data code during recording
The date/time during recording 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. 51).
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Index (Continued)
Q
R
REC CTRL
REC FOLDER
N
REC MODE
T
NS LIGHT
Number of recordable pictures
REMOTE CTRL
O
S
U
Searching for the starting point
P
PB FOLDER
V
SLOW SHUTTR
VAR.SPD PB
SMTH INT.REC (Smooth
PICT.APPLI. menu (Picture
VF B.LIGHT
PICT.EFFECT
W
SPOT METER
WHITE BAL.
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Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español
Paso 1: Comprobación de los elementos
suministrados
Batería recargable NP-FH40 (1)
Asegúrese de que su videocámara contiene
los siguientes elementos.
El número entre paréntesis indica la
cantidad del elemento.
Adaptador de ca (1)
CD-ROM “Handycam Application
Software” (1)
Guía de operaciones (este manual) (1)
Cable de alimentación (1)
Handycam Station (1)
Control remoto inalámbrico (1)
Tiene instalada una pila de litio tipo botón.
Cable de conexión A/V (1)
Cable USB (1)
100
Paso 2: Carga de la batería
2
1
2
1
5
Batería
Interruptor POWER
Enchufe de cc
Toma de entrada de cc
3
Cable de alimentación
Adaptador de
alimentación de ca
4
Al tomacorriente de pared
Puede cargar la batería
4
5
Conecte el cable de alimentación
al adaptador de alimentación de
ca y al tomacorriente de pared.
“InfoLITHIUM” (serie H) tras
conectarla a la videocámara.
b Notas
• No es posible colocar una batería
“InfoLITHIUM” que no sea serie H en la
videocámara.
Inserte firmemente la
videocámara en Handycam
Station hacia la parte inferior.
El indicador CHG (carga) se enciende y
se inicia el proceso de carga. El
indicador CHG (carga) se apaga cuando
la batería está completamente cargada.
Extraiga la videocámara de la
1
Alinee los terminales de la batería
(1) y de su videocámara, luego
coloque la batería y cálcela en su
lugar (2).
Handycam Station.
2
3
Deslice el interruptor POWER
hasta la posición OFF (CHG)
(ajuste predeterminado).
Conecte el adaptador de ca en la
toma de entrada de cc de la
El indicador CHG
(carga)
Handycam Station con la marca v
de la clavija de cc hacia arriba.
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Paso 2: Carga de la batería (Continuación)
b Notas
Para extraer la videocámara de la
Handycam Station
Apague la alimentación y luego extraiga la
videocámara de Handycam Station
sosteniendo al mismo tiempo la
• Cuando inserte la videocámara en Handycam
Station, cierre la cubierta de la toma de entrada
de cc
• Sujete la Handycam Station y el enchufe de cc
para desconectar el adaptador de ca de la toma
de entrada de cc
videocámara y la Handycam Station.
Para cargar la batería utilizando sólo
el adaptador de alimentación de ca
Apague la alimentación y luego conecte el
adaptador de alimentación de ca a la toma
de entrada de cc de la videocámara.
Interruptor POWER
Con la marca v
hacia abajo
Para retirar la batería
1 Desactive la alimentación y, a
continuación, presione PUSH.
Toma de
entrada de cc
Abra la cubierta
de la toma
Enchufe de cc
2 Extraiga la batería en la dirección
indicada por la flecha.
Interruptor POWER
z Sugerencias
• Puede utilizar su videocámara conectada a una
fuente de alimentación como un tomacorriente
de pared tal como se muestra en la ilustración.
La batería no perderá la carga en este caso.
1
2
PUSH
Cuando guarde la batería
Descargue completamente la batería antes
de guardarla durante un período
prolongado.
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Para comprobar la carga restante de
la batería (información sobre la
batería)
Ajuste el interruptor POWER en la posición
OFF (CHG) y, a continuación, presione
DISP/BATT INFO.
Tiempo de carga
Tiempo aproximado (min) necesario para
cargar totalmente una batería descargada
por completo.
Batería
Tiempo de
carga
NP-FH40 (suministrada)
NP-FH50
125
135
170
390
NP-FH70
NP-FH100
Tiempo de grabación
Tiempo aproximado (min) disponible
cuando utiliza una batería completamente
cargada.
Botón DISP/BATT INFO
Transcurridos unos instantes, se mostrará el
tiempo de grabación aproximado y la
información de la batería durante
Tiempo de
grabación
continua
Tiempo de
grabación
normal*
Batería
aproximadamente 7 segundo. Puede ver la
información sobre la batería durante un
máximo de 20 segundo si presiona de
nuevo DISP/BATT INFO mientras aparece
dicha información.
NP-FH40
(suministrada)
100
110
110
50
55
55
NP-FH50
NP-FH70
NP-FH100
115
130
130
55
65
65
Batería restante (aprox.)
245
280
280
120
140
140
NIVEL CARGA BATERÍA
TIEMPO GRAB DISPON
565
635
635
280
315
315
PANT.LCD
VISOR
:
:
90
99
Capacidad de grabación (aprox.)
* El tiempo de grabación normal muestra la hora
cuando se repite la operación de inicio/
detención de la grabación, al conectar y
desconectar la alimentación y al usar la función
de zoom.
Es posible visualizar la carga restante de la
batería en la pantalla LCD.
Indicador
Estado
Energía restante suficiente
b Notas
• Todo el tiempo calculado en las siguientes
condiciones:
Indicación superior: cuando la luz de fondo de
la pantalla LCD está encendida.
Parte central: cuando se apaga la luz de fondo de
la pantalla LCD.
Parte inferior: Grabación con el panel LCD del
visor cerrado.
Poca batería, la grabación/
reproducción se detendrá
pronto.
Sustituya la batería por otra
completamente cargada o
cárguela.
Continúa ,
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Paso 2: Carga de la batería (Continuación)
Acerca del adaptador de alimentación de
ca
Tiempo de reproducción
Tiempo aproximado (min) disponible
cuando utiliza una batería completamente
cargada.
• Si utiliza el adaptador de alimentación de ca
utilice un tomacorriente de pared cercano. Si se
produce una falla de funcionamiento mientras
utiliza la videocámara, desconecte
inmediatamente el adaptador de alimentación de
ca del tomacorriente de pared.
• No utilice el adaptador de alimentación de ca en
un lugar estrecho, como por ejemplo entre la
pared y un mueble.
• Evite la formación de cortocircuitos en la clavija
de cc del adaptador de alimentación de ca o en
el terminal de la batería con objetos metálicos.
Esto podría provocar una falla de
Panel LCD
abierto*
Panel LCD
cerrado
Batería
NP-FH40
(suministrada)
120
150
NP-FH50
NP-FH70
NP-FH100
140
300
695
170
370
845
* Cuando se enciende la luz de fondo de la
pantalla LCD.
funcionamiento.
• Aunque la videocámara esté apagada, seguirá
recibiendo alimentación de ca (corriente)
mientras esté conectada al tomacorriente de
pared mediante el adaptador de alimentación de
ca
Acerca de la batería
• Antes de cambiar la batería, deslice el
interruptor POWER a la posición OFF (CHG).
• El indicador CHG (carga) parpadeará durante la
carga o la información sobre la batería no se
mostrará correctamente en las siguientes
situaciones.
– La batería no está correctamente conectada.
– La batería está dañada.
– La batería está completamente gastada (sólo
para la información sobre la batería).
• No se suministrará energía de la batería
mientras en adaptador de ca esté conectado a la
toma de entrada de cc de la videocámara o a la
Handycam Station, incluso cuando el cable esté
desconectado del tomacorriente de pared.
Acerca del tiempo de carga/grabación/
reproducción
• Tiempo calculado con la videocámara a 25 ºC
(Se recomienda una temperatura de entre 10 °C
y 30 °C)
• El tiempo de grabación y de reproducción será
más corto cuando use la videocámara a bajas
temperaturas.
• El tiempo de grabación y de reproducción será
más corto en función de las condiciones de uso
de la videocámara.
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Paso 3: Activación de la alimentación y ajuste
de la fecha y hora
Ajuste la fecha y la hora cuando use la
videocámara por primera vez. De lo
contrario, la pantalla [AJUS.RELOJ]
aparecerá cada vez que encienda la
videocámara o cambie la posición del
interruptor POWER.
2
Ajuste [A] (año) con
luego toque
/
,
.
Puede seleccionar cualquier año hasta el
año 2079.
3
Ajuste [M] (mes) y, a
continuación, toque
y repita
la operación con [D] (día), hora y
minuto.
Ajuste la medianoche a las 12:00 AM.
Ajuste el mediodía a las 12:00 PM.
El reloj se pone en funcionamiento.
Toque los botones
de la pantalla LCD.
Interruptor POWER
Para apagar la videocámara
Deslice el interruptor POWER hasta la
posición OFF (CHG).
1
Deslice el interruptor POWER en
el sentido de la flecha para que se
encienda el indicador
correspondiente mientras
mantiene presionado el botón
verde.
Para restablecer la fecha y la hora
Toque
t [MENU] t
(HORA/LANGU.) t
[AJUS.RELOJ] para establecer la fecha y la
hora deseadas.
CAMERA-TAPE: Para grabar en una
cinta.
CAMERA-MEMORY: Para grabar en
una “Memory Stick Duo”.
PLAY/EDIT: Para reproducir o editar
imágenes.
b Notas
• Si no usa la videocámara durante
aproximadamente 3 meses, la batería
recargable incorporada se descarga y es posible
que los ajustes de la fecha y la hora se borren de
la memoria. En ese caso, cargue la batería
recargable y ajuste la fecha y la hora
nuevamente.
Aparecerá la pantalla [AJUS.RELOJ].
• Con el fin de ahorrar energía de la batería,
cuando se adquiere la videocámara, ésta viene
ajustada para apagarse automáticamente si se
deja encendida sin realizar ninguna operación
durante unos 5 minuto ([APAGADO AUTO]).
–:––:––
AJUS.RELOJ
FECHA
2007
A
1
M
1
D
12: 00AM
OK
Continúa ,
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Paso 3: Activación de la
alimentación y ajuste de la fecha
y hora (Continuación)
z Sugerencias
• Durante la grabación, no se visualizarán la fecha
y la hora. Éstas se grabarán automáticamente en
la cinta y podrán visualizarse durante la
Paso 4: Realización
de ajustes antes de la
grabación
Apertura de la cubierta del
objetivo
reproducción ([CÓDIGO DATOS] (durante el
modo de operación Easy Handycam,
únicamente podrá ajustar [FECHA/HORA])).
Deslice el interruptor LENS COVER hacia
la posición OPEN.
• Si los botones del panel táctil no funcionan
correctamente, ajuste el panel táctil
(CALIBRACIÓN).
Cambio de los ajustes de
idioma
Puede cambiar las indicaciones en pantalla
para mostrar mensajes en un idioma en
particular.
Luego de grabar, ajuste el interruptor LENS
COVER en la posición CLOSE para cerrar
la cubierta del objetivo.
Toque
t [MENU] t
(HORA/LANGU.) t
[LANGUAGE] y, a continuación,
seleccione el idioma que desee.
Panel LCD
Abra el panel LCD a 90 grados con
respecto a la videocámara (1), luego gírelo
hacia el mejor ángulo para grabar o
reproducir (2).
DISP/BATT INFO
180 grados
(máx.)
2
1
90 grados con respecto
a la videocámara
90 grados
(máx.)
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Para desactivar la luz de fondo de la
pantalla LCD para una larga duración
de la batería
Mantenga presionado DISP/BATT INFO
durante unos segundo hasta que aparezca
.
Visor
Puede ver imágenes utilizando el visor para
evitar el desgaste de la batería o cuando la
imagen en la pantalla LCD es mala.
Visor
Este ajuste es práctico cuando utiliza la
videocámara en lugares muy luminosos o
cuando desea ahorrar energía. Este ajuste
no afectará a la imagen grabada. Para
encender la luz de fondo de la pantalla
LCD, mantenga presionado DISP/BATT
INFO durante unos segundo hasta que
desaparezca.
b Notas
Palanca de ajuste del
objetivo del visor
Muévala hasta que la
imagen se aclare.
• No presione los botones en el marco del panel
LCD por error al abrirlo o ajustarlo.
z Sugerencias
• Si gira el panel LCD 180 grados hacia el lado
del objetivo, podrá cerrarlo con la pantalla LCD
hacia afuera. Esto resulta conveniente durante
operaciones de reproducción.
• Consulte [AJ LCD/VISOR] - [BRILLO LCD]
para ajustar el brillo de la pantalla LCD.
z Sugerencias
• Puede ajustar el brillo de fondo del visor
seleccionando [AJ LCD/VISOR] - [LUZ
F.VISOR].
• Presione DISP/BATT INFO para activar o
desactivar los indicadores que aparecen en
pantalla (como la información de la batería).
Correa de sujeción
Ajuste la correa de sujeción y sujete la
cámara correctamente.
4
1
2
3
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Paso 5: Inserción de una cinta o un “Memory
Stick Duo”
Cinta de videocasete
El compartimiento del
videocasete se desliza
automáticamente hacia adentro.
Solamente puede utilizar videocasetes de
formato mini DV
.
b Notas
• No fuerce el compartimiento del
videocasete presionando la parte
con la marca{DO NOT PUSH} mientras
se desliza hacia adentro. Podría
provocar una falla de
1
Deslice la palanca
OPEN/
EJECT en el sentido de la flecha y
manténgala en esa posición para
abrir la tapa.
funcionamiento.
Palanca
OPEN/EJECT
3
Cierre la tapa.
Para expulsar el videocasete
Siga el mismo procedimiento descrito en el
paso 1 para abrir la tapa y, a continuación,
extraiga el videocasete.
Tapa
z Sugerencias
El compartimiento del videocasete sale
automáticamente y se abre.
• El tiempo disponible para grabación varía en
función del [
MODO GRAB.].
2
Inserte un videocasete con la
cara de la ventanilla hacia afuera
y, a continuación, presione
.
Presione ligeramente el centro de
la parte posterior del videocasete.
Ventanilla
Compartimiento del videocasete
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• Al insertar o expulsar el “Memory Stick Duo”,
asegúrese de que el “Memory Stick Duo” no
salte y se caiga.
“Memory Stick Duo”
Usted puede utilizar sólo un “Memory Stick
z Sugerencias
Duo” que lleve la marca
.
o
• El número de imágenes que se pueden grabar
varía en función de la calidad o el tamaño de la
imagen.
1
2
Abra el panel LCD.
Inserte el “Memory Stick Duo” en
la ranura “Memory Stick Duo” en
el sentido correcto hasta que
calce.
Indicador de acceso
Con la marca v hacia la
pantalla LCD
Para expulsar un “Memory Stick Duo”
Empuje ligeramente una sola vez y deslice
hacia afuera el “Memory Stick Duo” al
costado del cuerpo de la videocámara.
b Notas
• Cuando el indicador de acceso se enciende o
parpadea, la videocámara está leyendo o
grabando datos. No sacuda ni golpee la
videocámara, no la apague, ni extraiga el
“Memory Stick Duo”, ni retire la batería. De lo
contrario, se podrían dañar los datos de imagen.
• Si fuerza el “Memory Stick Duo” en la ranura
en la dirección incorrecta, puede dañarse el
“Memory Stick Duo”, la ranura para el
“Memory Stick Duo” o los datos de la imagen.
• No extraiga el “Memory Stick Duo” a la fuerza
con los dedos porque podría dañarse.
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Grabación
Abra la cubierta del objetivo.
PHOTO
Interruptor POWER
REC START/
STOP A
REC START/
STOP B
Grabación de películas
Las películas se graban en una cinta.
Deslice el interruptor POWER varias veces en el sentido de la
flecha para que se encienda el indicador CAMERA-TAPE.
Si el interruptor POWER está en la posición OFF
(CHG), deslícelo mientras presiona el botón verde.
Presione REC START/STOP A (o B).
60min
60min
60min
60min
P-MENU
P-MENU
GUÍA
GUÍA
[ESPERA]
Para detener la grabación, presione REC START/STOP nuevamente.
b Notas
[GRAB.]
• No es posible grabar películas en un “Memory Stick Duo” con la videocámara.
z Sugerencias
• Durante la grabación de películas en una cinta o durante el modo de espera, usted puede grabar una
imagen fija en un “Memory Stick Duo” presionando completamente PHOTO. Las imágenes fijas se
ajustarán en [0,2M] en pantalla de formato 16:9 o en [VGA(0,3M)] en pantalla de formato.
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Grabación de imágenes fijas
Las imágenes fijas se graban en el “Memory Stick Duo”.
Deslice el interruptor POWER varias veces en el sentido de la
flecha para que se encienda el indicador CAMERA-MEMORY.
Si el interruptor POWER está en la posición OFF
(CHG), deslícelo mientras presiona el botón verde.
Mantenga presionado PHOTO ligeramente para ajustar el
enfoque y, a continuación, presiónelo hasta el fondo.
min
min
1,0M
1,0M
Pitido
Clic del obturador
GUÍA
P-MENU
GUÍA
P-MENU
Parpadeando bSe ilumina
Se escucha el sonido del obturador. Cuando
grabado la imagen.
desaparece, significa que se ha
Para comprobar la grabación más reciente realizada en un “Memory Stick Duo”
Toque
. Para borrar la imagen, toque
t [SÍ].
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Reproducción
Deslice el indicador POWER en el sentido de la flecha varias veces
para encender el indicador PLAY/EDIT.
Si el interruptor POWER está en la posición OFF
(CHG), deslícelo mientras presiona el botón verde.
Reproducción de películas
Toque
y, a continuación, toque
para iniciar la reproducción.
Al tocar este botón, se alterna entre la reproducción y la pausa*
60min
60min
GUÍA
P-MENU
Detener**
Rebobinar/Avanzar rápidamente
* La reproducción se detiene automáticamente si se acciona la pausa durante más de 3 minuto.
** se muestra en lugar de al insertar un “Memory Stick Duo” con imágenes grabadas y si no
se está reproduciendo una cinta.
Para ajustar el volumen del sonido
Toque
t [VOL.], y, a continuación,
/
para ajustar el volumen.
z Sugerencias
• Si no encuentra [VOL.] en
, toque [MENU].
Para buscar una escena durante la reproducción
Mantenga presionado
/
durante la reproducción (búsqueda de imágenes) o
/
mientras avanza rápidamente o rebobina la cinta (exploración con salto).
z Sugerencias
• Puede reproducir en diversos modos ([
REP VL VAR]).
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Visualización de imágenes fijas
Toque
.
Se visualiza la imagen grabada más recientemente.
1,0M
REPR. MEM.
GUÍA
Cambio del soporte
P-MENU
de reproducción*
Anterior/Siguiente
Ir a la visualización de la pantalla de índice
*
aparece en la pantalla de reproducción de cinta.
Para visualizar imágenes de un “Memory Stick Duo” en la pantalla de índice
Toque
. Toque una de las imágenes para regresar al modo de presentación sencilla.
FIN
B
A
A 6 imágenes anteriores o siguientes
B La imagen que se muestra antes de cambiar a la pantalla de índice.
Para ver imágenes en otras carpetas, toque
carpeta con , luego toque
t
t [REPR. CARP.], seleccione una
/
.
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to frequently asked questions can be found at our
Customer Support Website.
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