Sony Handycam HDR HC3E User Manual

2-661-356-11(1)  
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder  
Operating Guide  
HDR-HC3E  
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to frequently asked questions can be found at our  
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© 2006 Sony Corporation  
Read this first  
Before operating the unit, please read this  
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future  
reference.  
Notice  
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes  
data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart  
the application or disconnect and connect the  
communication cable (USB, etc.) again.  
WARNING  
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do  
not expose the unit to rain or  
moisture.  
Disposal of Old Electrical  
& Electronic Equipment  
(Applicable in the  
European Union and other  
European countries with  
separate collection  
systems)  
CAUTION  
Replace the battery with the  
specified type only. Otherwise, fire  
or injury may result.  
This symbol on the product or on its packaging  
indicates that this product shall not be treated as  
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over  
to the applicable collection point for the recycling  
of electrical and electronic equipment. By  
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you  
will help prevent potential negative consequences  
for the environment and human health, which  
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste  
handling of this product. The recycling of  
FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE  
UNITED KINGDOM  
NOTICE ON THE SUPPLIED AC  
ADAPTOR  
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted  
to this equipment for your safety and  
convenience.  
materials will help to conserve natural resources.  
For more detailed information about recycling of  
this product, please contact your local Civic  
Office, your household waste disposal service or  
the shop where you purchased the product.  
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be  
replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied  
one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362  
Applicable Accessory: Remote Commander  
(i.e., marked with  
or  
mark) must be used.  
Notes on use  
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a  
detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse  
cover after you change the fuse. Never use the  
plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the  
fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony  
service station.  
Types of cassette you can use in your  
camcorder  
You can use mini DV cassettes marked  
with  
. Mini DV cassettes with  
Cassette Memory are incompatible (p. 108).  
FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE  
ATTENTION  
The electromagnetic fields at the specific  
frequencies may influence the picture and sound  
of this camcorder.  
This product has been tested and found compliant  
with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for  
using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8  
feet).  
Types of “Memory Stick” you can use  
in your camcorder  
There are two sizes of “Memory Stick.”  
You can use “Memory Stick Duo” marked  
with  
or  
(p. 110).  
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“Memory Stick Duo”  
(This size can be used with your  
camcorder.)  
• Before connecting your camcorder to  
another device with an HDMI cable,  
component video cable, 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  
malfunction of your camcorder.  
“Memory Stick”  
(You cannot use it in your camcorder.)  
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.  
• 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.  
When using a “Memory Stick Duo”  
with “Memory Stick” compatible  
equipment  
Be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo”  
into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.  
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor  
Black point  
Using the camcorder  
• Do not hold the camcorder by the  
following part.  
White, red, blue  
or green point  
• 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.  
LCD panel  
• The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof  
or waterproof.  
See “Maintenance and precautions”  
(p. 114).  
Continued ,  
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Read this first (Continued)  
On recording  
About the Carl Zeiss lens  
• Before starting to record, test the  
recording function to make sure the  
picture and sound are recorded without  
any problems.  
• Compensation for the contents of  
recordings cannot be provided, even if  
recording or playback is not possible due  
to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage  
media, etc.  
• TV color systems differ depending on the  
countries/regions. To view your  
recordings on a TV, you need a PAL  
system-based TV.  
Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl  
Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by  
Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony  
Corporation, and produces superior images.  
It adopts the MTF measurement system for  
video cameras and offers a quality typical  
of a Carl Zeiss lens. Also, the lens for your  
camcorder is T -coated to suppress  
unwanted reflections and faithfully  
reproduce colors.  
MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The  
number value indicates the amount of light  
from a subject coming into the lens.  
• Television programs, films, video tapes,  
and other materials may be copyrighted.  
Unauthorized recording of such materials  
may be contrary to the copyright laws.  
On playing back HDV tapes on other  
devices  
You cannot play back a tape recorded in the  
HDV format on DV format video cameras  
or on mini DV players (The screen appears  
blue).  
Check the contents of tapes by playing  
them back on this camcorder prior to  
playing them back on other devices.  
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.  
• The on-screen displays in each local  
language are used for illustrating the  
operating procedures. Change the screen  
language before using your camcorder if  
necessary (p. 66).  
• Design and specifications of recording  
media and other accessories are subject to  
change without notice.  
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Note on the icons used in this manual  
Features available for the HDV  
format only  
Table of Contents  
Features available for the DV format only  
Read this first ...........................................................................................2  
Enjoying pictures with high definition quality  
Trying out the new HDV format! ...............................................................8  
Viewing video recorded in the HDV format! .............................................9  
Getting Started  
Step 1: Checking supplied items ............................................................10  
Step 2: Charging the battery pack ..........................................................11  
Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ..........15  
Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder ....................................16  
Step 5: Using the touch panel ................................................................17  
Changing the language setting .................................................................... 17  
Checking the screen indicators (Display guide) .......................................... 17  
Step 6: Setting the date and time ...........................................................19  
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” ..................................20  
settings  
Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam) .........................................22  
Recording/Playback  
Recording ...............................................................................................26  
Playback .................................................................................................27  
Functions used for recording/playback, etc. ...........................................28  
Recording  
To use zoom  
To record high quality still images during tape recording (Dual Rec)  
To control the image settings manually with the dial (CAM CTRL dial/  
MANUAL button)  
To use the flash  
To record in dark places (NightShot)  
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects  
To record in mirror mode  
To use a tripod  
To use a Shoulder belt  
Continued ,  
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Playback  
To use PB zoom  
Recording/playback  
To check the remaining battery (Battery Info)  
To turn off the operation confirmation beep (BEEP)  
To initialize the settings (RESET)  
Other part names and functions  
Indicators displayed during recording/playback .....................................32  
Searching for the starting point .............................................................. 35  
Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording  
(END SEARCH) .................................................................................. 35  
Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review) ....................... 35  
Remote Commander ..............................................................................36  
Searching quickly for a desired scene (Zero set memory) .......................... 36  
Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search) .......................... 37  
Playing the picture on a TV ....................................................................38  
High definition TV ......................................................................................... 38  
16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV .................................................................................... 38  
Connecting to a high definition TV ............................................................... 39  
Connecting to a 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV .......................................................... 40  
Using the Menu  
Menu items ............................................................................................46  
CAMERA SET menu ........................................................................48  
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/  
WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.)  
MEMORY SET menu ......................................................................54  
Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo” (QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE/ALL ERASE/  
NEW FOLDER, etc.)  
PICT.APPLI. menu .........................................................................57  
Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/playback  
(SLIDE SHOW/PICT.EFFECT/SMTH SLW REC, etc.)  
EDIT/PLAY menu ........................................................................... 60  
Settings for editing or playing back in various modes (VAR.SPD PB/  
END SEARCH, etc.)  
STANDARD SET menu ..................................................................61  
Settings while recording on a tape or other basic settings (REC MODE/  
MULTI-SOUND/LCD/VF SET/DISP OUTPUT/QUICK REC, etc.)  
TIME/LANGU. menu .......................................................................66  
(CLOCK SET/WORLD TIME/LANGUAGE)  
Customizing Personal Menu ..................................................................67  
Using the CAM CTRL dial ......................................................................68  
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Dubbing/Editing  
Dubbing to VCR/DVD device, etc. ..........................................................70  
Recording pictures from a VCR .............................................................73  
Dubbing pictures from a tape to a “Memory Stick Duo” .........................75  
Deleting recorded pictures from the “Memory Stick Duo” ......................76  
Marking images on the “Memory Stick Duo” with specific information  
(Print mark/Image protection) .......................................................76  
Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) ........................77  
Jacks to connect external devices ..........................................................79  
Using a Computer  
Connecting to a computer ......................................................................80  
Copying still images to a computer ........................................................80  
Copying movies on a tape to the computer ............................................83  
Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”) ................................85  
Troubleshooting  
Warning indicators and messages .......................................................103  
Additional Information  
Using your camcorder abroad ..............................................................107  
Usable cassette tapes ..........................................................................108  
About the “Memory Stick” .....................................................................110  
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ..................................................112  
About i.LINK .........................................................................................113  
Maintenance and precautions ..............................................................114  
Specifications .......................................................................................119  
Quick Reference  
Identifying parts and controls ...............................................................123  
Index .....................................................................................................126  
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Enjoying pictures with high definition quality  
Trying out the new HDV format!  
Shooting in the HDV format  
High image quality  
The HDV format has about 2 times the horizontal resolution of a standard TV resulting in  
about 4 times the amount of pixels providing high quality images.  
Being HDV format compliant, your camcorder is ready to shoot crystal clear, high-definition  
images.  
What is the HDV format?  
The HDV format is a new video format for shooting and playing back high definition  
images on popular DV standard cassette tapes.  
Your camcorder adopts the HDV1080i  
specification, which utilizes 1,080 effective  
scanning lines, within the HDV standards, and  
records pictures at the image bit rate of about 25 Mbps.  
1,080 effective  
scanning lines  
• These operating instructions refer to the HDV1080i format as HDV format unless there is a need to  
specify.  
Why shoot in the HDV format?  
By moving to digital video, like the rest of the world, you will be able to capture important  
moments in your life in high quality digital HDV format, allowing you to relive them.  
Your camcorder’s down convert function converts pictures in HDV format to SD (standard  
definition) quality for viewing on older wide TV formats, and on 4:3 aspect ratio TVs when  
a high definition TV set is not available. This provides an easy path to HDV format video.  
• The down convert function converts HDV format video to DV for playback or editing when your  
camcorder is connected to a TV or VCR that is not HDV1080i compliant. The resulting image is  
displayed in SD (standard definition).  
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Viewing video recorded in the HDV format!  
Viewing on a high definition TV (p. 38)  
Pictures recorded in the HDV format can be played back as crisp HD (high definition)  
pictures on a high definition TV.  
For details on Sony HDV1080i compliant TVs, see page 109.  
Viewing on a 16:9 (wide)/4:3 TV (p. 38)  
Your camcorder can down convert video recorded in the HDV format to SD (standard  
definition) quality for playback on a conventional TV.  
Dubbing to other video devices (p. 70)  
Connecting to an HDV1080i device  
An optional i.LINK cable allows you to copy pictures in HD (high definition) quality.  
Connecting to an HDV1080i non-compliant device  
Your camcorder can down convert HDV format video to SD (standard definition) quality to  
enable copying.  
Connecting to a computer (p. 80)  
Copying “Memory Stick Duo” still images to a computer  
See page 80.  
Copying movies on a tape to a computer  
The computer will need to be set up differently, depending on whether HDV or DV format  
video is to be copied. See page 83 for details.  
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Getting Started  
Step 1: Checking supplied items  
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP60 (1)  
(p. 11, 112)  
Make sure that you have following items  
supplied with your camcorder.  
The number in the parentheses indicates the  
number of that item supplied.  
• The cassette tape and “Memory Stick Duo” are  
not included. See page 2, 108 and 110 for  
compatible cassettes and “Memory Stick Duo”  
for your camcorder.  
Battery terminal cover (1)  
Attached to the camcorder.  
AC Adaptor (1) (p. 11)  
Operating Guide (This manual) (1)  
Mains lead (1) (p. 11)  
Wireless Remote Commander (1)  
(p. 36)  
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.  
A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 38, 70)  
Component video cable (1) (p. 38)  
USB cable (1) (p. 77, 80)  
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack  
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”  
1
Attach the battery pack to your  
camcorder.  
battery pack (P series) (p. 112) after  
attaching it to your camcorder.  
1 Slide the BATT (battery release) lever  
and remove the battery terminal cover.  
• You cannot use the battery pack NP-FP30 with  
your camcorder (confirm the battery model on  
the back of the battery pack). If you attach it  
forcibly to your camcorder, the battery pack  
may be damaged or cannot be detached, and it  
may cause a malfunction of your camcorder.  
POWER switch  
DCIN  
jack  
BATT (battery  
release) lever  
Jack cover  
2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in  
the direction of the arrow until it clicks.  
DC plug  
To the wall socket  
AC Adaptor  
Mains lead  
• You can operate your camcorder connected to a  
power source such as a wall socket as shown in  
the illustration. The battery pack will not lose its  
charge in this case.  
Continued ,  
11  
                   
Step2: Charging the battery pack (Continued)  
2
Slide the POWER switch in the  
direction of the arrow to OFF  
(CHG) (The default setting).  
4
5
Connect the mains lead to the AC  
Adaptor and the wall socket.  
The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and  
charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp  
turns off when the battery is fully  
charged.  
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from  
the DC IN jack on your  
camcorder.  
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the  
DC IN jack holding both the camcorder  
and the DC plug.  
CHG (charge) lamp  
To remove the battery pack  
Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).  
Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and  
remove the battery pack.  
3
Connect the AC Adaptor to the  
DC IN jack of your camcorder. Be  
sure that the v mark on the DC  
plug is facing to the v mark on  
your camcorder.  
BATT (battery  
release) lever  
When storing the battery pack  
Attach the battery terminal cover to protect  
the battery terminal. Fully discharge the  
battery before storing it for an extended  
period (see page 112 for the details of  
storage).  
Open the jack cover.  
Match the v mark on the DC plug with  
the v mark on your camcorder.  
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Recording in the DV format  
Charging time  
Continuous  
recording  
time  
Typical  
recording  
time*  
Approximate time (min.) required when  
you fully charge a fully discharged battery  
pack.  
Battery pack  
NP-FP50  
65  
70  
30  
35  
Battery pack  
NP-FP50  
Charging time  
125  
70  
35  
NP-FP60 (supplied)  
NP-FP70  
135  
NP-FP60  
(supplied)  
100  
110  
110  
135  
150  
150  
165  
180  
180  
250  
270  
270  
55  
155  
60  
NP-FP71  
170  
60  
NP-FP90  
220  
NP-FP70  
NP-FP71  
NP-FP90  
70  
80  
Recording time  
Approximate time (min.) available when  
you use a fully charged battery pack.  
80  
90  
95  
Recording in the HDV format  
95  
Continuous  
recording  
time  
Typical  
recording  
time*  
135  
145  
145  
Battery pack  
NP-FP50  
60  
65  
30  
35  
• All times measured under the following  
conditions:  
65  
35  
Top: When the LCD backlight turns on.  
Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off.  
Bottom: Recording time when recording with  
the viewfinder while the LCD panel is closed.  
* Typical recording time shows the time when  
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the  
power on/off and zooming.  
NP-FP60  
(supplied)  
95  
50  
105  
105  
135  
145  
145  
160  
175  
175  
240  
260  
260  
55  
55  
NP-FP70  
NP-FP71  
NP-FP90  
70  
75  
75  
Playing time  
Approximate time (min.) available when  
you use a fully charged battery pack.  
85  
95  
95  
HDV format pictures  
130  
140  
140  
LCD panel  
opened*  
LCD panel  
closed  
Battery pack  
NP-FP50  
75  
80  
NP-FP60  
(supplied)  
115  
125  
NP-FP70  
NP-FP71  
NP-FP90  
160  
195  
290  
175  
205  
310  
Continued ,  
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Step2: Charging the battery pack (Continued)  
DV format pictures  
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC  
Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic  
objects. This may cause a malfunction.  
LCD panel  
opened*  
LCD panel  
closed  
Battery pack  
NP-FP50  
85  
90  
PRECAUTION  
• Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power  
(mains) is still supplied to it while connected to  
the wall socket via the AC Adaptor.  
NP-FP60  
(supplied)  
130  
140  
NP-FP70  
NP-FP71  
NP-FP90  
180  
215  
320  
190  
230  
345  
* 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  
charging, or Battery Info (p. 30) will not be  
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).  
• 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, even when the  
mains lead is disconnected from the wall socket.  
• When attaching an optional video light, it is  
recommended that you use a NP-FP60, NP-  
FP70, NP-FP71 or NP-FP90 battery pack.  
On the charging/recording/playback time  
• Times measured with the camcorder at 25 °C  
(77 °F) (10 to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is  
recommended).  
• The recording and playback time will be shorter  
when you use your camcorder in low  
temperatures.  
• The recording and playback time will be shorter  
depending on the conditions under which you  
use your camcorder.  
On the AC Adaptor  
• Use the nearby wall socket when using the AC  
Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the  
wall socket immediately if any malfunction  
occurs while using your camcorder.  
• Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow  
space, such as between a wall and furniture.  
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Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your  
camcorder firmly  
To record or play back, slide the POWER  
switch repeatedly to turn on the respective  
lamp.  
2
Hold the camcorder correctly.  
When using it for the first time, the  
[CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 19).  
POWER switch  
3
Ensure a good grip, then fasten  
the grip belt.  
1
Slide the POWER switch  
repeatedly in the direction of the  
arrow to turn on the respective  
lamp.  
The lens cover opens automatically  
when the POWER switch is set to  
CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERA-  
MEMORY.  
If the POWER  
switch is set to OFF  
(CHG), slide it while  
pressing the green  
button.  
The length of the grip belt is  
adjustable.  
To turn off the power  
Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).  
Lamps that light up  
CAMERA-TAPE: To record on a tape.  
CAMERA-MEMORY: To record on a  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
• At the time of purchase, the power will be set to  
turn off automatically if you leave your  
camcorder without any operation attempted for  
approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power  
([A.SHUT OFF], p. 66).  
PLAY/EDIT: To play or edit pictures.  
• After you have set the date and time  
([CLOCK SET], p. 19), the next time you  
turn on the power of your camcorder, the  
current date and time will be displayed on  
the LCD screen for a few seconds.  
• If warning messages appear on the screen,  
follow the instructions (p. 104).  
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Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder  
To turn off the LCD backlight to make  
The LCD panel  
the battery last longer  
Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few  
seconds until appears.  
This setting is practical when you use your  
camcorder in bright conditions or where  
you want to save battery power. The  
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the  
camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best  
angle to record or play (2).  
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.  
• See [LCD/VF SET] - [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 63) to  
adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.  
190 degrees to the  
camcorder  
The viewfinder  
2180 degrees  
(max.)  
You can view pictures using the viewfinder  
to avoid wearing down the battery, or when  
the picture seen on the LCD screen is poor.  
Viewfinder  
290 degrees  
(max.)  
DISP/BATT INFO  
• Do not press the buttons on the LCD panel  
accidentally when you open or adjust the LCD  
panel.  
• If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the  
lens side from the status 1, you can close the  
LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. This  
is convenient during playback operations.  
• When closing the LCD panel, rotate the LCD  
panel to the position as illustrated in 1, and  
then close the LCD panel facing inward.  
Viewfinder lens  
adjustment lever  
Move it until the  
picture is clear.  
• You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder  
backlight by selecting [LCD/VF SET] - [VF  
B.LIGHT] (p. 63).  
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Step 5: Using the touch panel  
You can play back recorded pictures  
(p. 27), or change the settings (p. 44) using  
the touch panel.  
Changing the language setting  
You can change the on-screen displays to  
show messages in a specified language.  
Select the screen language in  
Place your hand on the rear side of  
the LCD panel to support it. Then,  
touch the buttons displayed on the  
screen.  
[LANGUAGE] on the  
LANGU.) menu (p. 66).  
(TIME/  
Checking the screen indicators  
(Display guide)  
You can easily check the meaning of each  
indicator that appears on the LCD screen  
(p. 34).  
1
Touch  
.
DISP/BATT INFO  
–:––:––  
60min  
DISP  
GUIDE  
MENU  
Touch the button on  
the LCD screen.  
DIAL  
SET  
SMOOTH  
SLWREC  
1/3  
• Perform the same actions as explained above  
when you press the buttons on the LCD panel.  
TELE  
MACRO  
EXPO-  
SURE  
• Be careful not to press buttons on the LCD  
panel accidentally while using the touch panel.  
• If the buttons on the touch panel do not work  
correctly, adjust the LCD screen  
Touch [MENU] during Easy Handycam  
operation (p. 22).  
(CALIBRATION) (p. 116).  
2
Touch [DISP GUIDE].  
To hide the screen indicators  
Select area for guide.  
Press DISP/BATT INFO to toggle the  
screen indicators (such as time code) on or  
off.  
DISP GUIDE  
END  
The indicators vary depending on the  
settings.  
Continued ,  
17  
             
Step 5: Using the touch panel (Continued)  
3
Touch the area including the  
indicator that you want to check.  
The meanings of the indicators in the  
area are listed on the screen. If you  
cannot find the indicator you want to  
check, touch  
/
to toggle.  
When you touch  
, the screen returns  
to the area selecting display.  
DISP GUIDE  
END  
FOCUS:  
MANUAL  
PROGRAM AE:  
SPOTLIGHT  
STEADYSHOT:  
OFF  
1/2  
To finish the operation  
Touch [END].  
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Step 6: Setting the date and time  
Set the date and time when using this  
camcorder for the first time. If you do not  
3
Select [CLOCK SET] with  
then touch  
/
,
set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET]  
screen appears every time you turn on your  
camcorder or change the POWER switch  
position.  
.
CLOCK SET  
DATE  
2006  
• If you do not use your camcorder for about 3  
months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets  
discharged and the date and time settings may  
be cleared from the memory. In that case,  
charge the rechargeable battery and then set the  
date and time again (p. 117).  
Y
1
M
1
D
0: 00  
OK  
4
Set [Y] (year) with  
touch  
/
, then  
.
You can set any year up to the year  
2079.  
CLOCK SET  
DATE  
2006Y  
1
M
1
D
0: 00  
POWER switch  
OK  
Skip to step 4 when you set the clock for  
the first time.  
5
Set [M] (month), [D] (day), hour  
1
Touch  
t [MENU].  
and minute, then touch  
.
The clock starts.  
60min  
–:––:––  
CAMERA SET  
• The date and time does not appear during  
recording, but they are automatically recorded  
on the tape, and can be displayed during  
playback (see page 64 for [DATA CODE]  
(during Easy Handycam operation, you can set  
only [DATE/TIME])).  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
EXPOSURE  
OK  
2
Select  
with  
(TIME/LANGU.) menu  
, then touch  
/
.
60min  
–:––:––  
MENU ROTATE  
A. SHUT OFF  
QUICK REC  
CLOCK SET  
––:––:––  
WORLD TIME  
PROGRAM AE  
LANGUAGE  
OK  
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Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick  
Duo”  
Cassette tape  
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.  
You can use mini DV  
(p. 108).  
cassettes only  
• The recordable time varies depending on [  
REC MODE] (p. 62).  
3
Close the lid.  
1
Slide and hold the  
EJECT lever in the direction of the  
arrow and open the lid.  
OPEN/  
To eject the cassette  
Open the lid following the same procedure  
as described in step 1 and remove the  
cassette.  
OPEN/EJECT lever  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo”  
marked with  
or  
(p. 110).  
• The number and time of recordable pictures  
vary, depending on the image quality or the  
image size. For details, see page 54.  
Lid  
The cassette compartment automatically  
comes out and opens up.  
1
Open the LCD panel.  
2
Insert a cassette with its window  
facing outwards, then press  
.
Push the center of the back  
of the cassette lightly.  
Cassette  
compartment  
Window  
The cassette compartment  
automatically slides back in.  
20  
                 
2
Insert the “Memory Stick Duo”  
into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot  
in the right direction until it clicks.  
Access lamp  
• If you force the “Memory Stick Duo” into  
the slot in the wrong direction, the “Memory  
Stick Duo,” the “Memory Stick Duo” slot,  
or image data may be damaged.  
To eject a “Memory Stick Duo”  
Lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo” in  
once.  
• When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your  
camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not shake  
or knock your camcorder, turn the power off,  
eject the “Memory Stick Duo,” or remove the  
battery pack. Otherwise, image data may be  
damaged.  
• When inserting or ejecting the “Memory Stick  
Duo,” be careful that the “Memory Stick Duo”  
does not pop out and drop.  
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Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settings  
Easy Recording/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
B
A
If the POWER switch is  
set to OFF (CHG), slide  
it while pressing the  
green button.  
D
F
C
Movies  
1
Slide the POWER switch E to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp.  
If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG),  
slide it while pressing the green button.  
2
3
Press EASY A.  
appears on the screen B.  
Press START/STOP F or C to start recording.  
60min  
EASY  
REC  
MENU  
[STBY] t [REC]  
To stop recording, press F or C again.  
22  
             
Still images  
1
Slide the POWER switch E to turn on the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp.  
If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG),  
slide it while pressing the green button.  
2
3
Press EASY A.  
appears on the screen B.  
Press PHOTO D to record.*  
11  
60min EASY  
101  
4.0M  
MENU  
Flashing t Lit  
Press and hold lightly Press fully to record.  
to adjust the focus.  
When  
disappears, the image has been recorded.  
* Still images are recorded in [FINE] quality on a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
To record high quality still images during tape recording (Dual Rec)  
Slide the POWER switch E to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp, then press PHOTO D  
fully during tape recording.  
For each separate time tape recording, up to 3 still images can be recorded. After tape  
recording, stored still images are stored onto the “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 28).  
• Do not eject “Memory Stick Duo” before tape recording is finished and the still images are stored on the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
Continued ,  
23  
 
Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam) (Continued)  
Playing back movies/still images  
Slide the POWER switch E to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. Touch the  
buttons on the touch panel B as follows.  
Movies  
Still images  
Touch  
, then touch  
Touch  
t
/
to start playback.  
to select a picture.  
A
C
B
C
A
MENU  
B
A Stop  
B Play/Pause toggles  
C Rewind/Fast forward  
A Tape playback  
B Previous/Next  
C Delete (p. 76)  
x To cancel Easy Handycam operation  
Press EASY A again.  
disappears from the screen.  
x Adjustable menu settings during Easy Handycam operation  
Touch [MENU] to display adjustable menu settings. See page 45 for details on settings.  
• Almost all the settings return to the default setting automatically (p. 46).  
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/dial are unavailable, since the  
items are set automatically. [Invalid during Easy Handycam operation] may appear if  
operations not available during Easy Handycam are attempted.  
• BACK LIGHT button (p. 29)  
• Pressing and holding DISP/BATT INFO button (p. 16)  
• CAM CTRL dial (p. 29)  
• MANUAL button (p. 29)  
24  
     
25  
Recording/Playback  
Recording  
Lens cover  
Opens in accordance with the  
setting of the POWER switch.  
PHOTO  
CAM CTRL dial  
POWER switch  
START/STOP B  
START/STOP A  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on  
the respective lamp to select a recording medium.  
If the POWER  
switch is set to OFF  
(CHG), slide it  
while pressing the  
Movies on tape: The CAMERA-TAPE  
lamp lights up.  
Still images on “Memory Stick  
Duo”: The CAMERA-MEMORY lamp  
green button.  
lights up.*  
* The image size ratio is set by default to 4:3.  
Start recording.  
Movies  
Still images  
Press START/STOP A (or B).  
Press and hold PHOTO lightly to  
adjust the focus (A), then press it  
fully (B).  
60min  
REC  
60min  
Beep  
Shutter click  
[STBY] t [REC]  
To stop the movie recording, press  
START/STOP again.  
• The pictures are recorded in the HDV  
format in the default setting (p. 62).  
Flashing t Lit  
A shutter sound is heard. When  
disappears, the image has been recorded.  
To record high quality still images  
during tape recording (Dual Rec)  
See page 28.  
To check the latest recording on a  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
Touch  
t [YES].  
• See page 54 for the image size.  
. To delete the picture, touch  
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Playback  
1
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow  
repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
2
Start playing back.  
Movies  
Still images  
Touch  
to rewind the tape to  
Touch  
.
the desired point, then touch  
to start playback.  
The most recently recorded image is  
displayed.  
A
B
C
A
C
P-MENU  
B
A Tape playback  
B Previous/Next  
C Index screen display  
• When a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted,  
appears by touching  
A Stop  
B Play/Pause toggles as you touch it  
• Playback automatically stops if pause is  
engaged for more than 3 minutes.  
.
C Rewind/Fast forward  
is not displayed when a “Memory  
Stick Duo” is not inserted or no image files  
exist in it.  
To adjust the volume  
Rotate the CAM CTRL dial to adjust the  
volume (p. 29).  
• You can also adjust the volume on the menu  
(p. 63).  
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.  
To view pictures in other folders, touch  
t
folder with  
(p. 56).  
t [PB FOLDER], select a  
To search for a scene during playback  
/
, then touch  
Touch and hold  
/
during  
playback (Picture Search), or  
/
while fast forwarding or rewinding the tape  
(Skip Scan).  
B
A
• You can play back in various modes ([  
SPD PB], p. 60).  
VAR.  
A Previous/Next 6 pictures  
B The picture displayed before switching to  
the index screen.  
27  
               
Functions used for recording/playback, etc.  
focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide  
angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for  
1
2
telephoto.  
• You can set [DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 53) if you  
want to zoom to a level greater than 10 ×.  
• Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom  
lever. If you move your finger off the power  
zoom lever, the operation sound of the power  
zoom lever may also be recorded.  
4
3
To record high quality still images  
during tape recording (Dual Rec)  
................................. 1 8 qa  
5
You can record high quality still images on  
the “Memory Stick Duo” during tape  
recording.  
6
7
1 Press START/STOP 8, qa to start tape  
recording.  
2 Press PHOTO 1 fully.  
For each separate time tape recording, up to  
3 still images can be recorded.  
Orange color  
boxes indicate the  
number of  
recorded images.  
When recording is  
finished, the color  
changes to orange.  
qa  
0
9
8
Recording  
To use zoom...................... 2 0  
Move the power zoom lever 2 slightly for  
a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster  
zoom.  
3 Press START/STOP 8, qa to stop tape  
recording.  
Stored still images appear one by one, and  
the images are stored onto the “Memory  
Stick Duo.” When  
disappears, the  
Wider range of view: (Wide angle)  
image has been recorded.  
• When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-  
TAPE, still images will be recorded at image  
size 2.3M in the HDV format, 1.7M (4:3) or  
2.3M (16:9) in the DV format.  
• Do not eject the “Memory Stick Duo” before  
tape recording is finished and the still images  
are stored on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• You cannot use the flash during Dual Rec.  
Close view: (Telephoto)  
• During the standby mode, still images will be  
stored in the same way as when the POWER  
switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY. You can  
use the flash.  
• You cannot change the zoom speed with the  
zoom buttons 0 on the LCD panel.  
• The minimum possible distance between  
camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp  
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• If you use the flash in bright places such as  
when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may  
not be effective.  
• When attaching a conversion lens (optional) or a  
filter (optional) to your camcorder, the flash  
light does not emit light.  
To control the image settings  
manually with the dial (CAM CTRL  
dial/MANUAL button) ........... 5 6  
CAM CTRL dial  
• You can change the brightness of the flash by  
setting [FLASH LEVEL], or you can prevent  
the redeye by setting [REDEYE REDUC], in  
[FLASH SET] (p. 51).  
MANUAL button  
To record in dark places (NightShot)  
.......................................... 7  
Set the NIGHTSHOT switch 7 to ON.  
You can assign some of the camera settings  
to the CAM CTRL dial 5 such as focus  
adjustment (default setting). See page 68  
for details.  
During playback, you can adjust the volume  
using the CAM CTRL dial 5 (p. 27).  
• At the time of purchase, the [FOCUS] (p. 50)  
setting is assigned to the CAM CTRL dial 5. If  
you press the MANUAL button 6, you can  
switch from the auto setting to the manual  
setting and adjust the focus manually.  
(
and [“NIGHTSHOT”] appear.)  
• To record an image brighter, use Super  
NightShot function (p. 51).  
To record an image more faithful to the original  
colors, use Color Slow Shutter function (p. 52).  
• The NightShot and Super NightShot function  
use infrared light. Therefore, do not cover the  
infrared port 3 with your fingers or other  
objects and remove the conversion lens  
(optional).  
To use the flash...................... 4  
Press (flash) 4 repeatedly to select an  
• Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 50)  
when it is hard to focus automatically.  
appropriate setting.  
• Do not use these functions in bright places. This  
may cause a malfunction.  
No indication (Auto flash): Automatically  
flashes when there is insufficient ambient  
light.  
To adjust the exposure for backlit  
subjects ............................... 9  
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects,  
press BACK LIGHT 9 to display .. To  
cancel the back light function, press BACK  
LIGHT again.  
r
(Forced flash): Always uses the flash  
regardless of the surrounding brightness.  
r
(No flash): Records without flash.  
• The setting you have made will return to the  
default setting if you set the POWER switch to  
OFF (CHG) for more than 12 hours.  
• The recommended distance to the subject when  
using the built-in flash is 0.5 to 2.5 m (1 5/8 to 8  
feet).  
• Remove any dust from the surface of the flash  
lamp before using it. Flash effect may be  
impaired if heat discoloration or dust obscures  
the lamp.  
• The flash charge lamp flickers when charging  
the flash, and remains lit when the battery  
charge is complete. (In [STBY] of the  
CAMERA-TAPE mode, it takes a while to fully  
charge the flash lamp.)  
• You cannot use the flash during tape recording.  
Continued ,  
29  
                     
Functions used for recording/playback, etc. (Continued)  
• A mirror-image of the subject appears on the  
LCD screen, but the picture will be normal  
when recorded.  
qs  
qh  
To use a tripod ....................... wa  
0
qg  
2
Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the  
screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.))  
to the tripod receptacle wa using a tripod  
screw.  
qf  
qd  
To use a Shoulder belt .............. qd  
Attach the Shoulder belt (optional) to its  
designated hook qd.  
Playback  
w;  
To use PB zoom ................. 2 0  
You can magnify images from about 1.1 to  
5 times (from about 1.5 to 5 times in still  
images) the original size.  
qj  
qk  
ql  
Magnification can be adjusted with the  
power zoom lever 2 or the zoom  
buttons 0 on the LCD panel.  
1 Play back the picture you want to  
wa  
magnify.  
2 Magnify the picture with T (Telephoto).  
3 Touch the screen at the point you want  
to display in the center of the displayed  
frame.  
To record in mirror mode .......... qh  
Open the LCD panel qh 90 degrees to the  
camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees  
to the lens side (2).  
4 Adjust the magnification with W (Wide  
angle)/T (Telephoto).  
To cancel, touch [END].  
• You cannot change the zoom speed with the  
zoom buttons 0 on the LCD panel.  
Recording/playback  
To check the remaining battery  
(Battery Info).......................... qs  
Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then  
press DISP/BATT INFO qs. The  
approximate recordable time in the selected  
format and battery information appear for  
about 7 seconds. You can view the battery  
information for up to 20 seconds by  
30  
                               
pressing DISP/BATT INFO again while the  
information is displayed.  
Remaining battery (approx.)  
85  
94  
Recording capacity (approx.)  
To turn off the operation confirmation  
beep (BEEP).......................... qg  
See [BEEP] on page 65.  
To initialize the settings  
(RESET) ............................... w;  
Press RESET w; to initialize all the  
settings, including the setting of the date  
and time.  
(Menu items customized on Personal Menu  
are not initialized.)  
Other part names and functions  
N Speaker  
Playback sounds come out from the  
speaker.  
• For how to adjust the volume, see page 27.  
Q Internal stereo microphone  
An Active Interface Shoe compatible  
microphone (optional) will take  
precedence when connected.  
R REC lamp  
The REC lamp lights up in red during  
recording (p. 65).  
The REC lamp flashes if the remaining  
tape or battery power is low.  
S Remote sensor  
Point the Remote Commander (p. 36)  
towards the remote sensor to operate  
your camcorder.  
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Indicators displayed during recording/playback  
I Recording folder (56)  
Recording movies  
J Image size (54)  
K Quality ([FINE] or [STD]) (54)  
2
3
4
5
L Number of recorded still images (28)  
1
Recording still images  
2
9
0qa  
qd  
1111  
FINE  
4.0M  
60min  
101  
6
7
8
A Recording format (  
or  
)
(62)  
Recording mode (SP or LP) is also displayed  
in the DV format.  
B Remaining battery (approx.)  
6
8
C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or  
M “Memory Stick Duo” indicator and the  
number of images that can be recorded  
(approx.)  
[REC] (recording))  
D During recording:  
Tape counter (hour: minute: second)  
During playback:  
Data code during recording  
Time code (hour: minute: second:  
frame)  
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. 64).  
E Recording capacity of the tape (approx.)  
(65)  
F Review button for still images on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” (28)  
Appears when “Memory Stick Duo” is  
inserted.  
G END SEARCH/Rec review display  
switch button (35)  
H Personal Menu button (44)  
Recording still images during tape  
recording (Dual Rec)  
2
0
3
qa  
4
101  
FINE  
9
2.3M  
qs  
6
7
8
32  
                 
( ) is a reference page.  
The indicators during recording will not be recorded.  
Viewing movies  
Viewing still images  
2
qf  
4
5
2
qh 0  
qj qk  
3.0M  
MEMORY PLAY  
1
ql  
w;  
wfwg  
wa  
ws  
wd  
8
qg  
8
N Tape transport indicator  
O Video operation buttons (27)  
P Data file name  
Q Picture number/Total number of  
recorded pictures in the current  
playback folder  
R Playback folder (56)  
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.”  
Touch  
folder.  
to move to the previous  
:
Touch  
to move to the next folder.  
:
:
Touch  
/
to move to either  
the previous or the next folder.  
T Image delete button (76)  
U Tape playback select button (27)  
V Previous/Next image button (27)  
W Index screen display button (27)  
X Image protection mark (77)  
Y Print mark (76)  
Continued ,  
33  
         
( ) is a reference page.  
Indicators displayed during  
recording/playback (Continued)  
Center  
Indicators when you made  
changes  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Color Slow Shutter (52)  
You can use the [DISP GUIDE] (p. 17) to  
check the function of each indicator that  
appears on the LCD screen.  
PictBridge connecting  
(77)  
• Some of the indicators may not appear when  
you use [DISP GUIDE].  
EZ  
Warning (103)  
NightShot (29)  
Upper left  
Upper right  
Super NightShot (51)  
120  
Q.REC  
Bottom  
Meaning  
+
2
+
3
AE SHIFT (50)  
WB SHIFT (50)  
Picture effect (58)  
Digital effect (57)  
Manual focus (50)  
PROGRAM AE (48)  
Bottom  
Center  
Upper left  
Indicator  
Meaning  
9
Recording format (61)  
AUDIO MODE (62)*  
Recording mode (62)*  
Self-timer recording (52)  
WIDE SELECT (62)*  
QUICK REC (66)**  
Sharpness (50)  
SP LP  
Backlight (29)  
.
n
White balance (49)  
SteadyShot off (53)  
Zebra (52)  
Interval photo recording  
(59)  
Tele macro (51)  
CAMERA COLOR (50)  
CONV.LENS (53)  
Flash light (51)  
Upper right  
SPOT METER (48)/  
EXPOSURE (49)  
Indicator  
Meaning  
HDV input/  
DV input (74)  
* The settings can be made only for the pictures  
in the DV format.  
HDV output/  
DV output (39, 72)  
**The setting can be made only for the pictures in  
the HDV format.  
i.LINK connection  
(38, 72, 74)  
Other indicator  
Zero set memory (36)  
Slide show (57)  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Information (104)  
LCD backlight off (16)  
34  
 
Searching for the starting point  
Make sure that the CAMERA-TAPE  
lamp lights up (p. 26).  
Reviewing the most recently  
recorded scenes (Rec review)  
You can view about 2 seconds of the scene  
recorded just before you stopped the tape.  
Searching for the last scene of  
the most recent recording (END  
SEARCH)  
Touch  
t
.
END SEARCH will not work once you  
eject the cassette after you have recorded on  
the tape.  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
Touch  
t
.
60min  
END SEARCH  
1
0:00:00  
The last 2 seconds (approx.) of the most  
recently recorded scene are played back.  
Then, your camcorder is set to the  
standby.  
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.  
• END SEARCH will not work correctly when  
there is a blank section between recorded  
sections on the tape.  
• You can also select [END SEARCH] from the  
menu. When the PLAY/EDIT lamp lights up,  
select the [END SEARCH] short-cut in Personal  
Menu (p. 44).  
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Remote Commander  
• Aim the Remote Commander towards the  
remote sensor to operate your camcorder  
(p. 31).  
Remove the insulation sheet before using  
the Remote Commander.  
Insulation sheet  
• To change the battery, see page 117.  
Searching quickly for a desired  
scene (Zero set memory)  
6
1
During playback, press ZERO  
SET MEMORY 5 at a point you  
want to locate later on.  
7
8
1
q;  
The tape counter is reset to “0:00:00”  
2
3
and  
appears on the screen.  
60min  
0:00:00  
4
5
P-MENU  
9
If the tape counter is not displayed,  
press DISPLAY 9.  
A PHOTO (p. 26)  
2
3
Press STOP 4 when you want to  
stop playback.  
The on-screen image when you press this  
button will be recorded onto the “Memory  
Stick Duo” as a still image.  
B SEARCH M. (p. 37)*  
Press mREW 4.  
C . >*  
The tape stops automatically when the  
tape counter reaches “0:00:00.”  
D Video control buttons (Rewind,  
Playback, Fast-forward, Pause, Stop,  
Slow) (p. 27)  
The tape counter returns to the time  
code display, and the zero set memory  
display disappears.  
E ZERO SET MEMORY*  
F Transmitter  
G START/STOP (p. 22, 26)  
H Power zoom (p. 28, 30)  
I DISPLAY (p. 17)  
4
Press PLAY 4.  
Playback starts from the point  
designated “0:00:00” on the tape  
counter.  
J Memory control buttons (Index*, –/+,  
Memory playback) (p. 27)  
* These buttons are not available during Easy  
Handycam operation.  
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To cancel the operation  
Press ZERO SET MEMORY 5 again  
before rewinding.  
• 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.  
1
Slide the POWER switch  
repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/  
EDIT lamp.  
2
3
Press SEARCH M. 2.  
Press .(Previous)/>(Next)  
3 to select a recording date.  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
30min  
DATE -01  
SEACH  
P.MENU  
To cancel the operation  
Press STOP 4.  
• The Date search will not function correctly  
when there is a blank section between recorded  
sections on the tape.  
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Playing the picture on a TV  
Connection methods and image quality differ depending on what type of TV is connected and  
connectors used.  
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 11).  
Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected.  
• Cancel Easy Handycam operation (p. 24) before connecting.  
Selecting the connection method according to your TV type and connectors  
High definition TV  
HD (high definition) image quality*  
• An HDV formatted picture is played back as it is  
(HD image quality).  
• A DV formatted picture is played back as it is (SD image quality).  
COMPONENT IN  
AUDIO  
i.LINK  
(for HDV1080i)  
HDMI  
A
B
C
t (p. 39)  
t (p. 39)  
t (p. 40)  
16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV  
SD (standard definition) image quality*  
• An HDV formatted picture is down converted to DV format  
(SD image quality) and played back.  
• A DV formatted picture is played back as it is (SD image quality).  
COMPONENT IN  
AUDIO  
VIDEO/AUDIO  
S VIDEO  
i.LINK  
VIDEO/AUDIO  
D
t (p. 40)  
E
t (p. 41)  
F
t (p. 41)  
G
t (p. 41)  
• Make all menu settings on your camcorder before connecting. The TV may not recognize the video signal  
properly when changing [VCR HDV/DV] and [i.LINK CONV] settings after connecting with an i.LINK  
cable.  
* Pictures recorded in the DV format are played back as SD (standard definition) images regardless of the  
connection.  
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Jacks on your camcorder  
Open the jack cover and connect the cable.  
4
3
1
2
Connecting to a high definition TV  
: Signal flow  
Type Camcorder  
Cable  
TV  
Menu Setting  
(STANDARD SET)  
[VCR HDV/DV] t  
[AUTO] (p. 61)  
[COMPONENT] t  
[1080i/576i] (p. 63)  
A
Component video cable  
(supplied)  
1
(Green) Y  
(Blue) PB/CB  
(Red) PR/CR  
A/V connecting cable  
(supplied)  
2
(Red)  
(White)  
(Yellow)  
• An A/V connecting cable is also needed to output audio signals. Connect the white and red plugs of the A/  
V connecting cable to the audio input jack of your TV.  
(STANDARD SET)  
[VCR HDV/DV] t  
[AUTO] (p. 61)  
HDMI  
IN  
B
3
HDMI cable (optional)  
• Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.  
• Pictures in the HDV format are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are  
recorded in the pictures.  
• DV format pictures input to the camcorder via i.LINK cable (p. 73) cannot be output.  
• Your TVs may not function correctly (e.g., no sound or image). Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of  
your camcorder and HDMI OUT jack of the external device with the HDMI cable. This may cause a  
malfunction.  
Continued ,  
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Playing the picture on a TV (Continued)  
: Signal flow  
Menu Setting  
Type Camcorder  
Cable  
TV  
(STANDARD SET)  
[VCR HDV/DV] t  
[AUTO] (p. 61)  
[i.LINK CONV] t  
[OFF] (p. 64)  
C
i.LINK cable (optional)  
4
• Your TV needs to have an i.LINK jack compatible with HDV1080i. For details, confirm the  
specifications of your TV. For details on Sony HDV1080i compliant TVs, see page 109.  
• If your TV is not compatible with HDV1080i, connect your camcorder and TV with the supplied  
component video cable and A/V connecting cable as illustrated in  
.
• The TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the camcorder is connected. See the instruction manuals  
supplied with your TV.  
Connecting to a 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV  
To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)  
Change the [TV TYPE] setting to match your TV (p. 64).  
• When you play back a tape recorded in the DV format on a 4:3 TV not compatible with the 16:9 signal, set  
[
WIDE SELECT] to [4:3] on your camcorder when recording a picture (p. 62).  
: Signal flow  
Menu Setting  
Type Camcorder  
Cable  
TV  
(STANDARD SET)  
[VCR HDV/DV] t  
[AUTO] (p. 61)  
[COMPONENT] t  
[576i] (p. 63)  
[TV TYPE] t  
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 64)  
D
Component video cable  
(supplied)  
1
(Green) Y  
(Blue) PB/CB  
(Red) PR/CR  
A/V connecting cable  
(supplied)  
2
(Red)  
(White)  
(Yellow)  
• A/V connecting cable is also needed to output audio signals. Connect the white and red plugs of the A/V  
connecting cable to the audio input jack of your TV.  
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: Signal flow  
Menu Setting  
Type Camcorder  
Cable  
TV  
(STANDARD SET)  
[VCR HDV/DV] t  
[AUTO] (p. 61)  
[i.LINK CONV] t  
[ON (HDV t DV)]  
(p. 64)  
E
i.LINK cable (optional)  
4
• The TV needs to be set so that it recognizes that the camcorder is connected. See the instruction manuals  
supplied with your TV.  
(STANDARD SET)  
[VCR HDV/DV] t  
A/V connecting cable with  
S VIDEO (optional)  
[AUTO] (p. 61)  
[TV TYPE] t  
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 64)  
2
(Red)  
(White)  
(Yellow)  
• When connecting only an S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel), audio signals are not output. To output  
audio signals, connect the white and red plugs of the A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable to the  
audio input jack of your TV.  
• This connection produces higher resolution pictures compared with the A/V connecting cable (Type  
).  
A/V connecting cable  
(supplied)  
(STANDARD SET)  
2
[VCR HDV/DV] t  
(Red)  
[AUTO] (p. 61)  
[TV TYPE] t  
(White)  
(Yellow)  
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 64)  
* Change the settings according to the TV connected.  
• If you connect your camcorder to your TV using more than one type of cable to output images from a jack  
other than the i.LINK jack, the order of priority of the output signals is as follows:  
HDMI t component video t S VIDEO t audio/video.  
• See page 113 for the details of i.LINK.  
Continued ,  
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Playing the picture on a TV (Continued)  
About HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)  
HDMI OUT jack is an interface to send both video/audio signals. Connecting HDMI OUT  
jack and external device supplies high quality images and digital audio to you.  
When connecting to your TV via a VCR  
Select the connecting method on page 70 depending on the input jack of the VCR. Connect  
your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable. Set the  
input selector on the VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.).  
When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack)  
Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the  
white (left channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR.  
When you want to play the sound in monaural mode, use a connecting cable for that purpose.  
If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin adaptor (EUROCONNECTOR)  
Use a 21-pin adaptor (optional) to view playback pictures.  
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43  
Using the Menu  
Using the menu items  
Follow the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed after this page.  
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.  
• You can customize Personal Menu as you like (p. 67).  
1 Touch  
.
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
DISP  
GUIDE  
MENU  
DIAL  
SET  
SMOOTH  
SLWREC  
1/3  
TELE  
MACRO  
EXPO-  
SURE  
2 Touch the desired item.  
If the desired item is not displayed on the screen, touch  
/
until the item is displayed.  
3 Select the desired setting, then touch  
.
x To use menu items  
You can customize menu items that are not added to Personal Menu.  
1
2
3
4
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
60min  
STBY  
HISTOGRAM  
SELF-TIMER  
0:00:00  
60min STBY  
STEADYSHOT: ON  
0:00:00  
60min STBY  
STEADYSHOT: OFF  
0:00:00  
DIGITAL ZOOM  
STEADYSHOT  
CONV. LENS  
CAMERA SET  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
EXPOSURE  
ON  
OK  
DIAL SET  
FADER  
OK  
1 Touch  
t [MENU].  
The menu index screen appears.  
2 Select the desired menu.  
Touch  
/
to select the item, then touch  
(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  
t
(close) to hide the menu screen.  
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If you decide not to change the setting, touch  
to return to the previous screen.  
x To use menu items during Easy Handycam operation  
is not displayed during Easy Handycam operation (p. 24).  
STBY  
60min EASY  
MENU  
1 Touch [MENU].  
Available menu items appear on the screen.  
2 Select the desired menu.  
3 Change your item setting.  
After finishing the settings, touch  
.
If you decide not to change the setting, touch  
to return to the previous screen.  
• Cancel Easy Handycam operation to use menu items normally (p. 24).  
• See page 68 for the settings of CAM CTRL dial.  
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Available menu items (z) vary depending on which lamp is lit.  
During Easy Handycam operation, the setting is set automatically  
as shown in the following list.  
Menu items  
Position of lamp:  
TAPE  
MEMORY PLAY/EDIT Easy Handycam  
CAMERA SET menu (p. 48)  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
EXPOSURE  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
AUTO  
AUTO  
AUTO  
WHITE BAL.  
SHARPNESS  
AUTO SHUTTER  
AE SHIFT  
ON  
OFF  
CAMERA COLOR  
WB SHIFT  
SPOT FOCUS  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
AUTO  
OFF  
*/OFF  
OFF  
ON  
TELE MACRO  
FLASH SET  
SUPER NS  
NS LIGHT  
COLOR SLOW S  
ZEBRA  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
z**  
OFF  
ON  
HISTOGRAM  
SELF-TIMER  
DIGITAL ZOOM  
STEADYSHOT  
CONV.LENS  
DIAL SET  
z
–*  
MEMORY SET menu (p. 54)  
STILL SET  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
FINE/z*  
ALL ERASE  
z
–*  
–*  
–*  
FORMAT  
FILE NO.  
z
z
z
z
NEW FOLDER  
REC FOLDER  
PB FOLDER  
PICT.APPLI. menu (p. 57)  
FADER  
SLIDE SHOW  
z
z
z
z
OFF  
D.EFFECT  
PICT.EFFECT  
INT.REC-STL  
SMTH SLW REC  
PictBridge PRINT  
USB SELECT  
z
z
z
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
z
z
z
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Position of lamp:  
TAPE  
MEMORY PLAY/EDIT Easy Handycam  
DEMO MODE  
z
ON  
EDIT/PLAY menu (p. 60)  
VAR. SPD PB  
z
z
z
z
REC CTRL  
BURN DVD  
END SEARCH  
z
STANDARD SET menu (p. 61)  
VCR HDV/DV  
z
AUTO  
REC FORMAT  
z
z*  
SP*/16:9 WIDE*/  
DV SET  
z
z
*/–*  
VOLUME  
MULTI-SOUND  
z
z
z*  
STEREO  
– /NORMAL/ – /  
NORMAL  
LCD/VF SET  
z
z
z
COMPONENT  
i.LINK CONV  
TV TYPE  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
1080i/576i*  
OFF*  
16:9*  
DISP GUIDE  
STATUS CHECK  
GUIDEFRAME  
DATA CODE  
REMAINING  
REMOTE CTRL  
REC LAMP  
z
OFF  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
AUTO  
ON  
z
z
z
z
z
z
ON  
z*  
BEEP  
DISP OUTPUT  
MENU ROTATE  
A.SHUT OFF  
CALIBRATION  
QUICK REC  
LCD PANEL  
NORMAL*  
5min  
z
OFF  
TIME/LANGU. menu (p. 66)  
CLOCK SET  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z*  
–*  
–*  
WORLD TIME  
LANGUAGE  
* The setting value before entering Easy Handycam operation will be retained.  
**Cannot be operated in the CAMERA-TAPE mode.  
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CAMERA SET menu  
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the  
recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE  
BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.)  
SUNSET&MOON**(  
)
The default settings are marked with B.  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
See page 44 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
Select to maintain the atmosphere of  
situations such as sunsets, general night  
views or fireworks.  
LANDSCAPE**(  
)
PROGRAM AE  
You can record pictures effectively in  
various situations with the [PROGRAM  
AE] function.  
Select to shoot distant subjects clearly.  
This setting also prevents your camcorder  
from focusing on glass or metal mesh in  
windows that comes in between the  
camcorder and the subject.  
BAUTO  
Select to automatically record pictures  
effectively without the [PROGRAM AE]  
function.  
• Items with one asterisk (*) are adjusted to focus  
on subjects only a short distance away. Items  
with two asterisks (**) are adjusted to focus on  
subjects farther away.  
• The setting returns to [AUTO] when you set the  
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12  
hours.  
SPOTLIGHT*(  
)
Select to prevent people’s faces from  
appearing excessively white when subjects  
are lit by strong light.  
SPOT METER (Flexible spot  
meter)  
PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) (  
)
You can adjust and fix the exposure to the  
subject, so that it is recorded in suitable  
brightness even when there is strong  
contrast between the subject and the  
background, such as subjects in the  
spotlight on stage.  
Select to bring out the subject such as  
people or flowers while creating a soft  
background.  
BEACH&SKI*(  
)
1
2
Select to prevent people’s faces from  
appearing dark in strong light or reflected  
light, such as at a beach in midsummer or  
on a ski slope.  
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].  
• If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is  
automatically set to [MANUAL].  
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• The setting returns to [AUTO] when you set the  
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12  
hours.  
INDOOR (n)  
The white balance is adjusted to be  
appropriate for the following recording  
conditions:  
EXPOSURE  
– Indoors  
– 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. When recording indoors on a  
clear day, for instance, you can avoid  
backlight shadows on people next to the  
window by fixing the exposure to that of  
the wall side of the room.  
ONE PUSH (  
The white balance will be adjusted  
according to the ambient light.  
)
2
1 Touch [ONE PUSH].  
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.  
3
1
1 Touch [MANUAL].  
3 Touch [  
].  
appears.  
flashes quickly. When the white  
balance has been adjusted and stored in  
the memory, the indicator stops  
flashing.  
•Do not shake your camcorder while  
is flashing quickly.  
2 Adjust the exposure by touching  
/
.
3 Touch  
To return the setting to automatic exposure,  
touch [AUTO] t  
.
.
flashes slowly if white balance  
could not be set.  
• You can also adjust the setting manually using  
the CAM CTRL dial (p. 68).  
•If  
keeps flashing even after you  
have touched  
[AUTO].  
, set [WHITE BAL.] to  
• The setting returns to [AUTO] when you set the  
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12  
hours.  
• If you have changed the battery pack while  
[AUTO] is selected, taken your camcorder  
outdoors or brought it indoors after outside use  
while using fixed exposure, select [AUTO] and  
aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for  
about 10 seconds for better color balance  
adjustment.  
• Redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure if you change  
the [PROGRAM AE] settings, or bring your  
camcorder outdoors from inside the house, or  
vice versa.  
• Set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO] or [ONE PUSH]  
under white or cool white fluorescent lamps.  
• The setting returns to [AUTO] when you set the  
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12  
hours.  
WHITE BAL. (White balance)  
You can adjust the color balance to the  
brightness of the recording environment.  
BAUTO  
The white balance is adjusted  
automatically.  
OUTDOOR (  
)
The white balance is adjusted to be  
appropriate for the following recording  
conditions:  
– Outdoors  
– Night views, neon signs and fireworks  
– Sunrise or sunset  
– Under daylight fluorescent lamps  
Continued ,  
49  
           
CAMERA SET menu (Continued)  
SHARPNESS  
WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift)  
You can adjust the sharpness of the image  
You can adjust the white balance to the  
outline with  
/
.
appears when  
desired setting using  
/
.
the sharpness is anything other than the  
default setting.  
and the setting value appear when [WB  
SHIFT] is anything other than the default  
setting.  
• When the white balance is set to a lower value,  
pictures appear bluish, and when set to a higher  
value, pictures appear reddish.  
• You can also adjust the setting manually using  
the CAM CTRL dial (p. 68).  
Soften  
Sharpen  
AUTO SHUTTER  
Automatically activates the electronic  
shutter to adjust the shutter speed when  
recording in bright conditions if you set it to  
[ON] (the default setting).  
SPOT FOCUS  
You can select and adjust the focal point to  
aim it at a subject not located in the center  
of the screen.  
AE SHIFT  
You can adjust the exposure using  
1
(dark)/  
(bright).  
and the setting  
value appear when [AE SHIFT] is anything  
other than the default setting.  
2
• Touch  
if the subject is white or the  
backlight is bright, or touch  
is black or the light is dim.  
• You can adjust the automatic exposure level to  
brighter or darker when [EXPOSURE] is set to  
[AUTO].  
if the subject  
1 Touch the subject on the screen.  
9 appears.  
2 Touch [END].  
To adjust the focus automatically, touch  
[AUTO] t [END] in step 1.  
• If you set [SPOT FOCUS], [FOCUS] is  
automatically set to [MANUAL].  
• You can also adjust the setting manually using  
the CAM CTRL dial (p. 68).  
• The setting returns to [AUTO] when you set the  
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12  
hours.  
CAMERA COLOR  
You can adjust the color intensity with  
/
.
appears when [CAMERA  
COLOR] is anything other than the default  
setting.  
FOCUS  
You can adjust the focus manually. You can  
select this function also when you want to  
focus on a certain subject intentionally.  
Decreases color  
intensity  
Increases color  
intensity  
1 Touch [MANUAL].  
9 appears.  
2 Touch  
(focusing on close subjects)/  
(focusing on distant subjects) to  
50  
                   
sharpen the focus.  
appears when the  
FLASH SET  
focus cannot be adjusted any closer, and  
appears when the focus cannot be adjusted  
farther away.  
You can set this function when you use the  
built-in flash or an external flash (optional)  
that is compatible with your camcorder.  
3 Touch  
.
To adjust the focus automatically, touch  
x FLASH LEVEL  
[AUTO] t  
in step 1.  
HIGH(  
)
• 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.  
Makes the flash level higher.  
BNORMAL(  
LOW(  
)
)
Makes the flash level lower.  
• 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.  
• The setting returns to [AUTO] when you set the  
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12  
hours.  
x REDEYE REDUC  
You can prevent redeye by activating the  
flash before recording.  
Set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then press  
(flash) (p. 29) repeatedly to select a  
setting.  
(Auto redeye reduction): Pre-flashes to  
reduce redeye before the flash automatically  
flashes when there is insufficient ambient  
light.  
• You can also adjust the focus manually using  
the CAM CTRL dial (p. 68).  
TELE MACRO  
r
(Forced redeye reduction): Always uses  
the flash and the redeye reducing pre-flash.  
r
This is useful to shoot small subjects, such  
as flowers or insects. You can blur out  
backgrounds and the subject stands out  
clearer.  
(No flash): Records without flash.  
When you set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]  
• The redeye reduction may not produce the  
desired effect due to individual differences and  
other conditions.  
(
), the zoom (p. 28) moves to the top of  
the T (Telephoto) side automatically and  
allows for recording subjects at a close  
distance, down to about 37 cm (14 5/8 in.).  
SUPER NS (Super NightShot)  
The picture will be recorded at a maximum  
of 16 times the sensitivity of NightShot  
recording if you set [SUPER NS] to [ON]  
while the NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 29) is  
also set to ON.  
To cancel, touch [OFF], or zoom to wide-  
angle (W side).  
and [“SUPER NIGHTSHOT”] appear  
on the screen.  
• When recording a distant subject, focusing may  
be difficult and can take some time.  
To return to the normal setting, set [SUPER  
NS] to [OFF], or set the NIGHTSHOT  
switch to OFF.  
• Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 50)  
when it is hard to focus automatically.  
Continued ,  
51  
           
CAMERA SET menu (Continued)  
• Do not use NightShot/[SUPER NS] in bright  
places. This may cause a malfunction.  
• Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers  
or other objects (p. 29).  
BOFF  
The zebra pattern is not displayed.  
70  
The zebra pattern appears at a screen  
brightness level of about 70 IRE.  
• Remove the conversion lens (optional).  
• Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 50)  
when it is hard to focus automatically.  
• The shutter speed of your camcorder changes  
depending on the brightness. The motion of the  
picture may slow down in this case.  
100  
The zebra pattern appears at a screen  
brightness level of about 100 IRE or  
higher.  
• Portions of the screen where brightness is about  
100 IRE or above may appear overexposed.  
NS LIGHT (NightShot Light)  
When using either the NightShot (p. 29) or  
[SUPER NS] (p. 51) function to record, you  
can record clearer pictures by setting [NS  
LIGHT], which emits infrared light  
• IRE represents the screen brightness.  
HISTOGRAM  
(invisible), to [ON] (the default setting).  
When you set [HISTOGRAM] to [ON], the  
[HISTOGRAM] (a graph to display a  
distribution of tones in your picture)  
window appears on the screen.  
This item is useful when you adjust  
exposure. You can adjust the [EXPOSURE]  
or [AE SHIFT] checking the  
• Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers  
or other objects (p. 29).  
• Remove the conversion lens (optional).  
• The maximum shooting distance using [NS  
LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet).  
[HISTOGRAM] window. The  
[HISTOGRAM] will not be recorded on a  
tape or “Memory Stick Duo.”  
COLOR SLOW S (Color Slow  
Shutter)  
When you set [COLOR SLOW S] to [ON],  
you can record an image brighter in color  
even in dark places.  
and [COLOR SLOW SHUTTER]  
appear on the screen.  
To cancel [COLOR SLOW S], touch  
[OFF].  
Darker  
Brightness  
Brighter  
• Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 50)  
when it is hard to focus automatically.  
• The shutter speed of your camcorder changes  
depending on the brightness. The motion of the  
picture may slow down at this time.  
• The left area on the graph shows the darker  
areas of the picture while the right area shows  
the brighter areas.  
SELF-TIMER  
ZEBRA  
The self-timer starts recording after about  
10 seconds.  
Diagonal stripes appear in portions of the  
screen where brightness is at a preset level.  
This is useful as a guide when adjusting the  
brightness. When you change the default  
Press START/STOP to record movies, or  
PHOTO to record still images when [SELF-  
TIMER] is set to [ON] and  
appears.  
setting,  
is displayed. The zebra pattern  
is not recorded.  
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To cancel the count down, touch [RESET].  
To cancel the self-timer, select [OFF].  
CONV.LENS  
When using an optional conversion lens,  
use this function to record using the  
optimum compensation for camera shake  
for each lens.  
• You can also operate by pressing START/STOP  
or PHOTO on the Remote Commander (p. 36).  
DIGITAL ZOOM  
BOFF  
You can select the maximum zoom level in  
case you want to zoom to a level greater  
than 10 × (the default setting) while  
recording on a tape. Note that the image  
quality decreases when you are using the  
digital zoom.  
Select this when the conversion lens  
(optional) is not used.  
WIDE CONV. (  
)
Select this to use the wide conversion lens  
(optional).  
TELE CONV. (  
)
Select this to use the tele conversion lens  
(optional).  
DIAL SET  
The right side of the bar shows the digital  
zooming factor. The zooming zone  
appears when you select the zooming  
level.  
You can assign an item you want to set to  
the CAM CTRL dial and adjust it manually  
using the CAM CTRL dial.  
BFOCUS  
BOFF  
Assigns the [FOCUS] (p. 50) setting to the  
CAM CTRL dial.  
Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically.  
20 ×  
EXPOSURE  
Assigns the [EXPOSURE] (p. 49) setting  
to the CAM CTRL dial.  
Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically,  
and after that, up to 20 × zoom is  
performed digitally.  
AE SHIFT  
80 ×  
Assigns the [AE SHIFT] (p. 50) setting to  
the CAM CTRL dial.  
Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically,  
and after that, up to 80 × zoom is  
performed digitally.  
WB SHIFT  
Assigns the [WB SHIFT] (p. 50) setting to  
the CAM CTRL dial.  
• See page 68 for details on the CAM CTRL dial.  
STEADYSHOT  
You can compensate for camera shake (the  
default setting is [ON]). Set  
[STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when  
using a tripod (optional), then the image  
becomes natural.  
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MEMORY SET menu  
Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo”  
(QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE/ALL ERASE/NEW  
FOLDER, etc.)  
Capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo”  
(MB) and the number of recordable  
pictures  
The default settings are marked with B.  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-  
MEMORY  
See page 44 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
4.0M  
3.0M  
1.9M  
VGA  
2304 × 2304 × 1600 × 640 ×  
1728  
4.0M  
1296  
3.0M  
1200  
480  
STILL SET  
16MB  
32MB  
64MB  
128MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1GB  
7
18  
10  
24  
16  
37  
96  
240  
x
QUALITY  
BFINE (  
)
15  
37  
20  
48  
32  
75  
190  
485  
Records still images at the fine image  
quality level.  
31  
75  
41  
98  
65  
150  
390  
980  
STANDARD (  
Records still images at the standard image  
quality level.  
)
63  
150  
83  
195  
130  
300 1970  
780  
• Image quality is automatically fixed to [FINE]  
during Easy Handycam operation.  
110  
270  
150  
355  
235 1400  
540 3550  
x
IMAGE SIZE  
230  
550  
305  
720  
480 2850  
1100 7200  
B4.0M (  
)
4.0M  
Records still images clearly.  
475  
620  
980 5900  
1100  
1450  
2250 14500  
3.0M (  
)
3.0M  
2GB  
970  
2300  
1250  
3000  
2000 12000  
4650 30000  
Records still images clearly in the 16:9  
(wide) ratio.  
• All numbers measured at the following setting:  
Top: [FINE] is selected for image quality.  
Bottom: [STANDARD] is selected for image  
quality.  
1.9M (  
)
Allows you to record more still images in  
relatively clear quality.  
• When using the “Memory Stick Duo” made by  
Sony Corporation. The number of recordable  
pictures varies depending on the recording  
environment.  
VGA (0.3M) (  
Allows for the maximum number of  
images to be recorded.  
)
• [  
IMAGE SIZE] can be set only when the  
POWER switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY.  
When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-  
TAPE*  
2.3M  
2016 × 1134  
1.7M  
1512 × 1134  
1.7M  
16MB  
32MB  
13  
32  
17  
40  
27  
65  
36  
85  
54  
                   
2.3M  
2016 × 1134  
1.7M  
1.2M  
1440 ×  
810  
VGA  
640 ×  
480  
0.2M  
640 ×  
360  
1512 × 1134  
1.7M  
1.2M  
64MB  
128MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1GB  
54  
130  
72  
170  
1GB  
2GB  
1550  
3650  
5900  
14500  
7300  
14500  
105  
260  
145  
340  
3150  
7500  
12000  
30000  
15000  
30000  
195  
470  
260  
590  
* [  
IMAGE SIZE] is fixed to [  
0.2M] in DV format (16:9)  
and [VGA (0.3M)] in DV format (4:3).  
1.2M] in  
400  
960  
530  
1200  
HDV format, [  
• All numbers measured at the following setting:  
Top: [FINE] is selected for image quality.  
Bottom: [STANDARD] is selected for image  
quality.  
• When using the “Memory Stick Duo” made by  
Sony Corporation. The number of recordable  
pictures varies depending on the recording  
environment.  
820  
1950  
1050  
2450  
2GB  
1650  
4000  
1800  
4300  
* [  
IMAGE SIZE] is fixed to [  
2.3M] in  
HDV or DV format (16:9) and [1.7M] in DV  
format (4:3).  
• All numbers measured at the following setting:  
Top: [FINE] is selected for image quality.  
Bottom: [STANDARD] is selected for image  
quality.  
• When using the “Memory Stick Duo” made by  
Sony Corporation. The number of recordable  
pictures varies depending on the recording  
environment.  
Approximate data size of a picture  
(kB)  
4:3 picture  
4.0M  
1.9M  
1.7M  
VGA  
1980  
830  
960  
420  
860  
370  
150  
60  
When the POWER switch is set to PLAY/  
EDIT*  
16:9 picture  
3.0M  
2.3M  
1.2M  
0.2M  
1.2M  
1440 ×  
810  
VGA  
640 ×  
480  
0.2M  
640 ×  
360  
1500  
640  
1150  
480  
610  
260  
130  
60  
1.2M  
• Data sizes measured at the following settings:  
Top: [FINE] is selected for image quality.  
Bottom: [STANDARD] is selected for image  
quality.  
16MB  
32MB  
64MB  
128MB  
256MB  
512MB  
25  
60  
96  
240  
115  
240  
51  
190  
485  
240  
485  
120  
ALL ERASE  
100  
240  
390  
980  
490  
980  
Deletes all the pictures on a “Memory Stick  
Duo” without image protection, or in the  
selected folder.  
205  
490  
780  
1970  
980  
1970  
370  
890  
1400  
3550  
1750  
3550  
1 Select [ALL FILES] or [CURRNT  
FOLDER].  
[ALL FILES]: Deletes all the images on  
the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
760  
1800  
2850  
7200  
3600  
7200  
Continued ,  
55  
     
MEMORY SET menu (Continued)  
[CURRNT FOLDER]: Deletes all the  
images in the selected folder.  
NEW FOLDER  
2 Touch [YES] twice t  
.
You can create a new folder (102MSDCF  
to 999MSDCF) on a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
When a folder is full (a maximum of 9,999  
images are stored) a new folder is  
automatically created.  
• Cancel image protection on the “Memory Stick  
Duo” beforehand when using the “Memory  
Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab (p. 110).  
• 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.  
Touch [YES] t  
.
• You cannot delete the created folders using your  
camcorder. You will have to format the  
“Memory Stick Duo” (p. 56), or delete them  
using your computer.  
– Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• The number of recordable pictures on a  
“Memory Stick Duo” may decrease as the  
number of folders increases.  
FORMAT  
The “Memory Stick Duo” has been  
formatted at the factory, and does not  
require formatting.  
REC FOLDER (Recording folder)  
Select the folder to be used for recording  
To execute formatting, touch [YES] twice  
with  
/
, then touch  
.
t
.
• 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  
Formatting is completed, and all the images  
will be deleted.  
• Do not do any of the following while [  
Formatting…] is displayed:  
– Operate the POWER switch/operation  
buttons.  
– Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
PB FOLDER (Playback folder)  
• Formatting erases everything on the “Memory  
Stick Duo” including protected image data and  
newly created folders.  
Select the playback folder with  
then touch  
/
,
.
FILE NO.  
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.  
RESET  
Resets the file number to 0001 each time  
the “Memory Stick Duo” is changed.  
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PICT.APPLI. menu  
Special effects on pictures or additional  
functions on recording/playback (SLIDE  
SHOW/PICT.EFFECT/SMTH SLW REC, etc.)  
SLIDE SHOW  
Plays back the images stored on a “Memory  
Stick Duo,” or in a folder in sequence (slide  
show).  
The default settings are marked with B.  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
See page 44 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
1 Touch  
2 Select [ALL FILES ( )] or [CURRNT  
FOLDER ( )], then touch  
If you select [CURRNT FOLDER ( )],  
all the images in the current playback  
folder selected in [PB FOLDER] (p. 56) are  
played back in sequence.  
t [PB FOLDER].  
.
FADER  
You can record a transition with the  
following effects adding to the interval  
between scenes.  
3 Touch [REPEAT].  
4 Select [ON] or [OFF], then  
To repeat the slide show, select [ON]  
).  
.
1 Select the desired effect in [STBY] (during  
fading in) or [REC] (during fading out)  
(
mode, then touch  
.
To execute the slide show only once, select  
[OFF].  
5 Touch [END] t [START].  
2 Press START/STOP.  
The fader indicator stops flashing and  
disappears when the fade is complete.  
To cancel before starting the operation,  
touch [OFF] in step 1.  
Once you press START/STOP, the setting  
is canceled.  
To cancel [SLIDE SHOW], touch [END].  
To pause, touch [PAUSE].  
• You can select the first picture for the slide  
show with  
[START].  
/
before touching  
STBY  
REC  
Fading out  
Fading in  
D.EFFECT (Digital effect)  
WHITE FADER  
You can add digital effects to your  
recordings.  
1 Touch the desired effect.  
When you select [STILL], the image is  
saved as a still image.  
BLACK FADER  
2 Adjust the effect with  
touch  
/
, then  
.
MOSAIC FADER  
Effect  
Items to adjust  
CINEMA  
No adjustment necessary.  
EFECT*  
MONOTONE  
STILL  
The degree of  
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.  
transparency of the still  
image you want to  
superimpose under a  
movie.  
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PICT.APPLI. menu (Continued)  
Effect  
Items to adjust  
• You cannot change to another digital effect  
while recording pictures on a tape with  
[CINEMA EFECT] selected.  
FLASH  
The interval of frame-by-  
frame playback.  
TRAIL  
The fade time of the  
incidental image.  
• You cannot record playback pictures edited  
using special effects on the tape in your  
camcorder.  
• You cannot add effects to externally input  
pictures. Also, you cannot output playback  
pictures edited with digital effects via the  
HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK).  
• You can save pictures edited using special  
effects on a “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 75) or  
record them on another VCR/DVD device, etc.  
(p. 70).  
• While using [D.EFFECT], you cannot use the  
review button for still images on the “Memory  
SLOW  
SHUTTR*  
Shutter speed (1 is 1/25, 2  
is 1/12, 3 is 1/6, 4 is 1/3).  
OLD MOVIE*  
No adjustment necessary.  
* Available during tape recording only.  
3 Touch  
.
appears.  
To cancel [D.EFFECT], touch [OFF] in  
step 1.  
Stick Duo”  
.
BOFF  
PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect)  
Does not use [D.EFFECT] setting.  
CINEMA EFECT (Cinematic effect)  
You can add a cinematic atmosphere to  
pictures by adjusting the image quality.  
You can add special effects to a picture  
during recording or playback.  
appears.  
BOFF  
STILL  
Does not use [PICT.EFFECT] setting.  
Records a movie while superimposing it  
on a previously recorded still image.  
SKINTONE*  
Makes skin texture look more smoother  
and more appealing.  
NEG.ART  
FLASH (flash motion)  
Records a movie with a serial-still-image  
effect (strobe effect).  
The color and brightness are reversed.  
TRAIL  
SEPIA  
Pictures appear in sepia.  
Records a picture so that an incidental  
image like a trail is left.  
B&W  
SLOW SHUTTR (slow shutter)  
Pictures appear in black and white.  
The shutter speed is slowed down. Suitable  
for shooting a subject more clearly in a  
dark place.  
SOLARIZE  
• Adjust the focus manually using a tripod  
(optional) since adjusting the focus  
automatically is hard when [SLOW  
SHUTTR] is selected. ([FOCUS], p. 50)  
Pictures appear as an illustration with  
strong contrast.  
OLD MOVIE  
Adds an old movie effect with a sepia hue  
to pictures.  
58  
                       
PASTEL*  
SMTH SLW REC (Smooth slow  
recording)  
Fast moving subjects and actions, which  
cannot be captured under the general  
shooting conditions, can be shot in smooth  
moving slow-motion for about 3 seconds.  
This is useful to shoot fast actions such as a  
golf or tennis swing.  
Pictures appear as a pale pastel drawing.  
MOSAIC*  
Pictures appear mosaic-patterned.  
* Available during tape recording only.  
Press START/STOP on the [SMTH SLW  
REC] screen.  
An about 3 second movie is recorded as a  
12 second slow-motion movie.  
When [Recording···] disappears, recording  
is finished.  
• You cannot add effects to externally input  
pictures. The playback pictures edited with  
picture effects are output via the HDV/DV  
Interface (i.LINK) without effect control.  
• You can save pictures edited using special  
effects on a “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 75) or  
record them on another VCR/DVD device, etc.  
(p. 70).  
Touch  
to select one of the following  
start points for recording before pressing  
START/STOP.  
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.  
[3sec AFTER]*  
[3sec BEFORE]  
* The default setting is [3sec AFTER].  
• Sounds cannot be recorded.  
To cancel [SMTH SLW REC], select  
[END].  
[a]: Recording  
[b]: Interval  
1 Touch  
or 10 minutes) t  
t
2 Press PHOTO fully.  
stops flashing and the interval still  
image recording starts.  
t a desired interval time (1, 5  
t [ON] t  
PictBridge PRINT  
.
See page 77.  
USB SELECT  
To cancel [INT.REC-STL], select [OFF] in  
step 1.  
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  
compatible printer (p. 77) using this  
function.  
Continued ,  
59  
         
PICT.APPLI. menu (Continued)  
EDIT/PLAY menu  
Settings for editing or playing back in  
various modes (VAR.SPD PB/END  
SEARCH, etc.)  
B
Memory Stick  
Select this to view pictures on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” on the computer or to import  
them to the computer.  
The default settings are marked with B.  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
PictBridge PRINT  
See page 44 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
Select this when you connect the  
camcorder to a PictBridge compatible  
printer to print out directly (p. 77).  
VAR.SPD PB  
(Various speed playback)  
DEMO MODE  
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to  
view the demonstration in about 10  
minutes, after you have removed both a  
cassette and a “Memory Stick Duo” from  
your camcorder, and slide the POWER  
switch to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE  
lamp.  
You can play back in various modes while  
viewing movies.  
1 Touch the following buttons during  
playback.  
To  
Touch  
change the  
playback  
direction*  
• 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).  
(frame)  
play back  
slowly**  
To reverse direction:  
(frame) t  
– When a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” is  
inserted.  
– When the POWER switch is set to other than  
CAMERA-TAPE.  
play back frame  
by frame  
(frame) during  
playback pause.  
To reverse direction:  
(frame) during  
frame playback.  
* Horizontal lines may appear at the top,  
bottom, or in the center of the screen. This  
is not a malfunction.  
**Pictures output from the HDV/DV  
Interface (i.LINK) cannot be played back  
smoothly in slow mode.  
2 Touch  
To return to the normal playback mode,  
touch (Play/Pause) twice (once from  
t
.
frame playback).  
• You will not hear the recorded sound. You may  
see mosaic-like images of the previously played  
picture.  
• Pictures in the HDV format are not output from  
the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) when they  
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STANDARD SET  
menu  
are paused or played back in any mode other  
than normal playback mode.  
• Pictures in the HDV format may appear  
distorted during:  
Settings while recording on a tape or other  
basic settings (REC MODE/MULTI-SOUND/  
LCD/VF SET/DISP OUTPUT/QUICK REC,  
etc.)  
– Picture search  
– Reverse playback  
The default settings are marked with B.  
The indicators in parentheses appear when  
the items are selected.  
• Playing back slowly to the reverse direction and  
playing back frame by frame to the reverse  
direction are not available in HDV1080i format.  
See page 44 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
REC CTRL  
(Movie recording control)  
VCR HDV/DV  
See page 74.  
Select the playback signal. Normally select  
[AUTO].  
BURN DVD  
When your camcorder is connected to  
another device using an i.LINK cable,  
select the signal to input/output from the  
HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK). The selected  
signal is recorded or played back.  
When your camcorder is connected to a  
Sony VAIO series personal computer, you  
can easily burn the picture recorded on the  
tape on a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to  
DVD”) (p. 85).  
BAUTO  
• The quality of the picture to be copied to DVDs  
is SD (standard definition).  
Switches the signals between HDV and  
DV format automatically when playing  
back a tape.  
During i.LINK connection, switches the  
signals between HDV and DV formats  
automatically, and inputs/outputs from the  
HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK).  
END SEARCH  
EXEC  
The most recently recorded picture is  
played back for about 5 seconds and then  
stops automatically.  
HDV  
Plays back only the portions recorded in  
HDV format.  
CANCEL  
Stops [END SEARCH].  
During i.LINK connection, inputs/outputs  
only HDV formatted signals from the  
HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK), and records/  
plays back. You can also select this when  
connecting the camcorder to a computer,  
etc.  
• [END SEARCH] will not work once you eject  
the cassette after you have recorded on the tape.  
DV  
Plays back only the portions recorded in  
DV format.  
During i.LINK connection, inputs/outputs  
only DV formatted signals from the  
HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK), and records/  
plays back. You can also select this when  
connecting the camcorder to a computer,  
etc.  
Continued ,  
61  
               
STANDARD SET menu (Continued)  
• Disconnect the i.LINK cable before changing  
the [VCR HDV/DV] setting. Otherwise, the  
connected device, such as a VCR, may not be  
able to recognize the video signal from your  
camcorder.  
• When [AUTO] is selected, when the signal  
switches between HDV and DV formats, the  
picture and sound are interrupted temporarily.  
may be distorted or the time code may not be  
written properly between the scenes.  
x
WIDE SELECT  
You can select the aspect ratio according  
to the TV connected when recording. Refer  
also to the instruction manuals supplied  
with your TV.  
• When [i.LINK CONV] is set to [ON (HDV t  
DV)], pictures are output as follows:  
B16:9 WIDE  
Records pictures to the full screen on a  
16:9 (wide) TV screen.  
– at [AUTO], an HDV signal is converted to the  
DV format and output; a DV signal is output  
as it is.  
– at [HDV], an HDV signal is converted to the  
DV format and output; a DV signal is not  
output.  
4:3 (  
)
Records pictures to the full screen on a 4:3  
TV screen.  
• Set [TV TYPE] correctly according to the TV  
connected for playback (p. 64).  
– at [DV], a DV signal is output as it is; an  
HDV signal is not output.  
x
AUDIO MODE  
REC FORMAT  
B12BIT  
Records in the 12-bit mode (2 stereo  
sounds).  
You can select a recording format.  
BHDV1080i (  
)
16BIT (  
)
Records in the HDV1080i specification.  
Records in the 16-bit mode (1 stereo sound  
with high quality).  
• When recording in the HDV format, sound is  
automatically recorded in [16BIT] mode.  
DV (  
)
Records in the DV format.  
• When you output the recording picture using an  
i.LINK cable, set [i.LINK CONV] accordingly.  
x
AUDIO MIX  
You can monitor the sound recorded with  
audio dubbing or 4ch microphone recording  
on the tape during playback.  
DV SET  
The following functions are available when  
recording in DV format.  
60min  
AUDIO MIX  
0:00:00:00  
x
REC MODE (Recording mode)  
BSP (SP)  
Records in the SP (Standard Play) mode on  
a cassette.  
ST1  
ST2  
Touch  
/
to adjust the balance of the  
LP (LP)  
original sound (ST1) and the sound  
recorded afterwards (ST2), then touch  
• The original sound (ST1) is output at the default  
setting.  
• The adjusted audio balance returns to the default  
setting when you set the POWER switch to OFF  
(CHG) for more than 12 hours.  
Increases the recording time to 1.5 times  
the SP mode (Long Play).  
.
• If you record in the LP mode, a mosaic-like  
noise may appear or sound may be interrupted  
when you play back the tape on other  
camcorders or VCRs.  
• When you mix recordings in the SP mode and in  
the LP mode on one tape, the playback picture  
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BRIGHT  
Brightens the LCD screen.  
VOLUME  
Touch  
(p. 27).  
/
to adjust the volume  
• 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.  
• You can also adjust the setting using the CAM  
CTRL dial (p. 68).  
MULTI-SOUND  
x LCD COLOR  
You can adjust the color on the LCD screen  
You can select whether to play back audio  
recorded using other devices with dual  
sound or stereo sound.  
with  
/
.
BSTEREO  
Low intensity  
High intensity  
Plays back with main and sub sound (or  
stereo sound).  
x VF B.LIGHT  
You can adjust the brightness of the  
viewfinder.  
1
Plays back with main sound (or the left  
channel sound).  
BNORMAL  
Standard brightness.  
2
BRIGHT  
Brightens the viewfinder screen.  
Plays back with sub sound (or the right  
channel sound).  
• 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.  
• You can play back, but cannot record a dual  
sound track cassette on your camcorder.  
• The setting returns to [STEREO] when you set  
the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more  
than 12 hours.  
COMPONENT  
LCD/VF SET  
Select [COMPONENT] when connecting  
your camcorder to a TV with the  
component input jack.  
The recorded picture will not be affected by  
this operation.  
x LCD BRIGHT  
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD  
screen.  
Select when connecting your camcorder to  
a TV with the component input jack.  
1 Adjust the brightness with  
2 Touch  
/
.
B1080i/576i  
.
Select when connecting your camcorder to  
a TV that has the component input jack  
and is capable of displaying the 1080i  
signal.  
• You can also turn off the LCD backlight (p. 16).  
x LCD BL LEVEL  
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD  
screen’s backlight.  
BNORMAL  
Standard brightness.  
Continued ,  
63  
                           
STANDARD SET menu (Continued)  
4:3  
i.LINK CONV  
Select to view your pictures on a 4:3  
standard TV.  
Signals in HDV format are converted to DV  
format, and pictures are output in DV  
format from the HDV/DV Interface  
(i.LINK).  
HDV/DV (16:9)  
format pictures  
DV (4:3) format  
pictures  
BOFF  
Outputs the pictures from the HDV/DV  
Interface (i.LINK) in accordance with the  
settings in [REC FORMAT] and [VCR  
HDV/DV].  
• When you connect your camcorder to a TV with  
an i.LINK cable to play back the tape, [TV  
TYPE] cannot be set.  
ON (HDV t DV)  
Pictures in HDV format are converted to  
DV format, and pictures in DV format are  
output in DV format.  
DISP GUIDE  
See page 17.  
• For input signal via an i.LINK connection, see  
[VCR HDV/DV] (p. 61).  
STATUS CHECK  
• Disconnect the i.LINK cable before setting  
[i.LINK CONV]. Otherwise, the connected  
video device may not be able to recognize the  
video signal from your camcorder.  
You can check the setup value of the  
following items.  
– [COMPONENT] (p. 63)  
– [i.LINK CONV] (p. 64)  
– [TV TYPE] (p. 64)  
TV TYPE  
You need to convert the signal depending  
on the TV connected when playing back the  
picture. The recorded pictures are played  
back as following illustrations.  
– HDMI OUTPUT (p. 79)  
– [VCR HDV/DV] (when the POWER switch is  
set to PLAY/EDIT) (p. 61)  
GUIDEFRAME  
B16:9  
Select to view your pictures on a 16:9  
(wide) TV.  
You can display the frame and check that  
the subject is horizontal or vertical by  
setting [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON].  
The frame is not recorded. Press DISP/  
BATT INFO to make the frame disappear.  
HDV/DV (16:9)  
format pictures  
DV (4:3) format  
pictures  
• Pointing the subject at the cross point of the  
guide frame makes a balanced composition.  
DATA CODE  
During playback, displays the information  
(data code) recorded automatically at the  
time of recording.  
BOFF  
Data code is not displayed.  
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DATE/TIME  
Displays the date and time.  
REMOTE CTRL (Remote control)  
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to  
use the supplied Remote Commander  
(p. 36).  
CAMERA DATA (below)  
Displays camera setting data.  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
1
2
• Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from  
responding to a command sent by another VCR  
remote control unit.  
AUTO  
100 AWB  
3
F1. 8  
9dB  
REC LAMP (Recording lamp)  
6
5
4
The camera recording lamp will not light up  
during recording when you set this to  
[OFF]. (The default setting is [ON].)  
ASteadyShot off  
BExposure  
CWhite balance  
DGain  
EShutter speed  
FAperture value  
BEEP  
BON  
A melody sounds when you start/stop  
recording, or operate the touch panel.  
• The exposure adjustment value (0EV), a shutter  
speed, and the aperture value appear when still  
images on a “Memory Stick Duo” are played  
back.  
OFF  
Cancels the melody.  
appears for a picture recorded using a flash.  
• 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.  
DISP OUTPUT  
BLCD PANEL  
Shows displays such as the time code on  
the LCD screen and in the viewfinder.  
• During Easy Handycam operation, you can set  
only [DATE/TIME].  
V-OUT/PANEL  
REMAINING  
Shows displays such as the time code on  
the TV screen, LCD screen, and in the  
viewfinder.  
BAUTO  
Displays the remaining tape indicator for  
about 8 seconds in situations such as those  
described below.  
MENU ROTATE  
• When you set the POWER switch to PLAY/  
EDIT or CAMERA-TAPE with a cassette  
inserted.  
BNORMAL  
Scrolls the menu items downwards by  
touching  
.
• When you touch  
(Play/Pause).  
OPPOSITE  
Scrolls the menu items upwards by  
touching  
ON  
Always displays the remaining tape  
indicator.  
.
Continued ,  
65  
                     
STANDARD SET menu  
(Continued)  
TIME/LANGU.  
menu  
(CLOCK SET/WORLD TIME/LANGUAGE)  
A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off)  
See page 44 for details on selecting  
menu items.  
B5 min  
The camcorder is automatically turned off  
when you do not operate your camcorder  
for more than approximately 5 minutes.  
CLOCK SET  
NEVER  
See page 19.  
The camcorder is not automatically turned  
off.  
WORLD TIME  
• When you connect your camcorder to a wall  
socket, [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to  
[NEVER].  
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.  
CALIBRATION  
See page 116.  
QUICK REC  
You can slightly reduce the recording start  
point time when resuming recording by  
turning the POWER switch from OFF  
(CHG) to on.  
You can select the language to be used on  
the LCD screen.  
• Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]]  
(simplified English) for when you cannot find  
your native tongue among the options.  
BOFF  
Takes more time to reach the recording  
start point, but a smooth transition can be  
recorded.  
ON (  
)
Slightly reduces the recording start point  
time by turning the POWER switch from  
OFF (CHG) to on. Select this so you will  
not miss any time from the click of the  
shutter.  
• If [QUICK REC] is set to [ON], the interval  
between scenes freezes for a moment (editing on  
your computer is recommended).  
• If the recording standby mode continues more  
than approximately 3 minutes, the drum will  
stop rolling, and the standby mode is canceled.  
This is to protect the tape and to prevent from  
unnecessarily battery exhausting. To resume  
recording, press START/STOP again.  
66  
               
Customizing Personal Menu  
You can add desired menu items to  
Deleting a menu item  
Personal Menu, and customize Personal  
Menu settings for each POWER lamp  
position. This is convenient if you add  
frequently used menu items to Personal  
Menu.  
1
Touch  
t [DELETE].  
t [P-MENU SET UP]  
If the desired menu item is not  
displayed, touch  
/
.
Adding a menu item  
60min  
STBY  
Select button to delete.  
0:00:00  
END  
You can add up to 28 menu items for each  
POWER switch position. Delete a less  
important menu item, if you want to add  
more.  
DISP  
GUIDE  
MENU  
DIAL  
SET  
SMOOTH  
SLWREC  
1/3  
TELE  
MACRO  
EXPO-  
SURE  
1
Touch  
t [ADD].  
If the desired menu item is not  
displayed, touch  
t [P-MENU SET UP]  
2
3
Touch the menu item that you  
want to delete.  
/
.
60min  
DELETE  
STBY  
0:00:00  
60min  
STBY  
Select the category.  
0:00:00  
END  
Delete this from  
CAMERA-TAPE mode's  
P-MENU?  
CAMERA SET  
PICT. APPLI.  
EDIT/PLAY  
STANDARD SET  
TIME/LANGU.  
YES  
NO  
OK  
Touch [YES] t  
.
2
3
Touch  
category, then touch  
/
to select a menu  
• You cannot delete [MENU] and [P-MENU  
SET UP].  
.
60min  
Select the item.  
STBY  
0:00:00  
END  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
EXPOSURE  
WHITE BAL.  
SHARPNESS  
OK  
Touch  
item, then touch  
.
/
to select a menu  
t [YES] t  
The menu item is added to the end of  
list.  
Continued ,  
67  
         
Customizing Personal Menu  
(Continued)  
Using the CAM CTRL  
dial  
Arranging the order of menu  
items displayed on Personal  
Menu  
1
CAM CTRL dial*  
2
MANUAL button*  
1
Touch  
t [SORT].  
t [P-MENU SET UP]  
If the desired menu item is not  
displayed, touch  
/
.
2
3
4
5
Touch the menu item you want to  
move.  
*1 You can adjust the assigned item manually.  
*2 Press this button to switch the assigned item  
auto/manual setting.  
Touch  
/
to move the menu  
You can assign some of your setting items  
to the CAM CTRL dial and adjust the  
following settings with the dial operation.  
The settings that can be set with the dial  
operation are the same with those on the  
menu. The default setting is [FOCUS].  
item to the desired place.  
Touch  
.
To sort more items, repeat steps 2 to 4.  
Items that can be set  
– [FOCUS] (p. 50)  
– [EXPOSURE] (p. 49)  
– [AE SHIFT] (p. 50)  
– [WB SHIFT] (p. 50)  
Touch [END] t  
.
• You cannot move [P-MENU SET UP].  
• You can easily change settings only with the  
CAM CTRL dial and the MANUAL button  
while recording.  
• During playback (when the POWER switch is  
set to PLAY/EDIT), you can adjust the volume  
with the CAM CTRL dial (p. 27).  
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  
/
.
68  
           
Setting with the CAM CTRL dial  
2
Press and hold the MANUAL  
button for several seconds.  
The following is an example of the  
procedure to adjust the [FOCUS] setting  
manually. The procedure is the same for  
other setting items.  
The [DIAL SET] screen appears.  
60min  
0:00:00  
STBY  
DIAL SET  
FOCUS  
EXPOSURE  
AE SHIFT  
WB SHIFT  
1
2
Set the POWER switch to  
CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERA-  
MEMORY.  
RESET  
[MANUAL]:EXEC  
3
4
Rotate the CAM CTRL dial and  
select an item to be assigned.  
Press the MANUAL button.  
The indicator of the setting item appears  
on the screen.  
Press the MANUAL button.  
9
1. 2 m  
A message appears and you can set the  
selected item with the dial operation.  
P-MENU  
• See page 34 for the name and display  
position of the indicators.  
9
EXPOSURE is set.  
3
Rotate the CAM CTRL dial and  
adjust the setting.  
• Manual settings will be retained even if you  
change an assigned item.  
Adjust the focus manually for the  
[FOCUS] setting.  
If [EXPOSURE] is set after [AE SHIFT] is set  
manually, [EXPOSURE] will override [AE  
SHIFT].  
• If you select [RESET] in step 3, all the settings  
set manually return to the default setting. The  
item assigned to the CAM CTRL dial returns to  
[FOCUS].  
Press the MANUAL button again when you  
want to return to the auto setting.  
Changing the item assigned to  
the CAM CTRL dial  
Select the setting item from the [DIAL  
SET] menu to change the item assigned to  
the CAM CTRL dial (p. 53). You can also  
assign the item with the following  
procedure.  
1
Set the POWER switch to  
CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERA-  
MEMORY.  
69  
Dubbing/Editing  
Dubbing to VCR/DVD device, etc.  
Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation  
(p. 11). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.  
Connecting to external devices  
The connection method and the image quality will differ depending on the VCR/DVD device  
and the connectors used.  
: Signal flow  
Camcorder  
Cable  
External device  
HDV1080i compatible  
device  
t HD quality*  
i.LINK cable (optional)  
1
• i.LINK jack which is compatible with HDV1080i specification is required on the external device.  
AV device with i.LINK jack  
t SD quality*  
i.LINK cable (optional)  
1
A/V connecting cable with  
S VIDEO (optional)  
AV device with S VIDEO jack  
t SD quality*  
1
(Red)  
(White)  
(Yellow)  
AV device with audio/video  
A/V connecting cable  
(supplied)  
2
jacks*  
1
t SD quality*  
(Red)  
(White)  
(Yellow)  
*1 Pictures recorded in the DV format are played back as SD (standard definition) images, regardless of the  
connection.  
*2 When connecting your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting  
cable to the video jack on the device, and the white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug to the audio  
jack on the device.  
• You cannot dub pictures using the HDMI cable.  
70  
               
Jacks on your camcorder  
Open the jack cover and connect the cable.  
1
2
Using an i.LINK cable (optional)  
The dubbed format (HDV/DV) differs depending on the recording format or the format  
supported by the VCR/DVD device. Select the required settings from the table below and  
make the menu settings.  
• Disconnect the i.LINK cable before changing these menu settings, otherwise the VCR/DVD device may  
not correctly identify the video signal.  
Format supported by the  
Menu setting  
Camcorder  
recording  
format  
VCR/DVD device  
Copy format  
[VCR HDV/DV] [i.LINK CONV]  
1
HDV format*  
DV format  
(p. 61)  
(p. 64)  
Copy HDV recording as  
HDV  
3
HDV  
HDV  
DV  
HDV  
DV  
*  
[OFF]  
Convert HDV recording  
to DV  
[ON (HDV  
t DV)]  
DV  
DV  
[AUTO]  
Copy DV recording as  
DV  
DV  
[OFF]  
When tape is recorded in both HDV and DV format  
Convert both HDV and  
DV format to DV  
[ON (HDV  
t DV)]  
HDV/DV  
DV  
DV  
[AUTO]  
[HDV]  
3
Copy only portions  
recorded in HDV format  
HDV  
DV  
HDV  
*  
[OFF]  
[OFF]  
2
3
*  
*  
2
2
Copy only portions  
recorded in DV format  
HDV  
DV  
*  
*  
[DV]  
DV  
DV  
*1 Recording device compliant with the HDV1080i specification.  
*2 The tape advances, but no video or sound is recorded (blank).  
*3 Picture is not recognized (no recording is made).  
Continued ,  
71  
Dubbing to VCR/DVD device, etc. (Continued)  
• When [VCR HDV/DV] is set to [AUTO], and  
the signal switches between HDV and DV  
formats, the picture and sound are interrupted  
temporarily.  
If your recording device has an input  
selector, set it to the appropriate input  
(such as video input1 and video input2).  
• When the recorder is HDR-HC3E, set [VCR  
HDV/DV] to [AUTO] on the recorder and the  
player (p. 61).  
• When the player and the recorder are both  
HDV1080i compatible devices such as HDR-  
HC3E and connected with the i.LINK cable,  
after pausing or stopping and then resuming the  
recording, the images will be a bit choppy or  
rough at that point.  
3
4
Connect your VCR/DVD device to  
your camcorder as a recording  
device.  
See page 70 for connection details.  
• Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] (default  
setting) when connecting with an A/V  
connecting cable (p. 65).  
Start playback on the camcorder,  
and recording on the VCR/DVD  
device.  
Refer to the operating instructions  
supplied with your recording device for  
details.  
When connecting with the A/V  
connecting cable with S VIDEO  
(optional)  
Connect with S VIDEO jack instead of the  
video plug (yellow). This connection  
produces pictures more faithfully. This  
connection produces higher quality DV  
format pictures. The audio will not be  
output when you connect with the S  
VIDEO cable alone.  
5
When dubbing is complete, stop  
your camcorder and the VCR/DVD  
device.  
• To record the date/time and camera settings data  
when connected by the A/V connecting cable,  
display them on the screen (p. 64).  
• The following cannot be output via the HDV/  
DV interface (i.LINK):  
Dubbing to another device  
1
Prepare your camcorder for  
playback.  
– Indicators  
– Pictures edited with [PICT.EFFECT] (p. 58)  
or [D.EFFECT] (p. 57)  
Insert the recorded cassette.  
Slide the POWER switch to turn on the  
PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
– Titles that are recorded on other camcorder  
• Pictures recorded in the HDV format are not  
output from the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK)  
jack during playback pause or in any playback  
mode other than normal playback.  
• Note the following when connecting with an  
i.LINK cable:  
Set [TV TYPE] according to the  
playback device (TV, etc.) (p. 64).  
– The recorded picture becomes rough when a  
picture is paused on your camcorder while  
recording to a VCR/DVD device.  
2
Prepare your VCR/DVD device for  
recording.  
– Data codes (date/time/camera settings data)  
may not be displayed or recorded depending  
on the device or application.  
– You cannot record the picture and sound  
separately.  
When dubbing to the VCR, insert a  
cassette for recording.  
When dubbing to the DVD recorder,  
insert a DVD for recording.  
72  
 
Recording pictures  
from a VCR  
You can record pictures from a VCR on a  
tape. You can record a scene as a still image  
on a “Memory Stick Duo.” Be sure to insert  
a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” for  
recording in your camcorder beforehand.  
You can connect your camcorder to a VCR  
device using an i.LINK cable.  
• When dubbing to a DVD recorder from your  
camcorder in DV format through an i.LINK  
cable, you may not operate your camcorder on  
your DVD recorder even its instruction manual  
says you can.  
If you can set the input mode to DV on your  
DVD recorder and can input/output pictures,  
follow the steps in “Dubbing to another device.”  
Connect your camcorder to the wall socket  
using the supplied AC Adaptor for this  
operation (p. 11). Refer also to the  
instruction manuals supplied with the  
devices to be connected.  
• When you use an i.LINK cable, the video and  
sound signals are transmitted digitally,  
producing high quality pictures.  
• When an i.LINK cable is connected, the format  
of the output signal (  
) will be indicated on the LCD screen of  
your camcorder.  
or  
• You need an i.LINK cable for this operation.  
• Your camcorder can only record from a PAL  
source. For example, French video or TV  
programs (SECAM) cannot be recorded  
correctly. See page 107 for details on TV color  
systems.  
• If you use a 21-pin adaptor (optional) to input  
the PAL source, you need a dual direction 21-  
pin adaptor (optional).  
Continued ,  
73  
     
Recording pictures from a VCR  
(Continued)  
Set [VCR HDV/DV] to [DV] or  
[AUTO] when recording from a DV  
format compatible device (p. 61).  
HDV1080i  
compatible device  
AVdevicewith  
i.LINK jack  
3
Connect your VCR as a player to  
your camcorder.  
t HD quality  
t SD quality  
When an i.LINK cable is connected, the  
format of the input signal (  
To i.LINK connector  
or  
) will be  
indicated on the LCD screen of your  
camcorder (This indicator may appear  
on the screen of the playback device,  
however, it will not be recorded).  
: Signal  
flow  
4
5
Insert a cassette into the VCR.  
i.LINK cable  
(optional)  
Operate your camcorder to record  
movies.  
HDV/DV  
Touch  
[REC PAUSE].  
t [  
REC CTRL] t  
To HDV/DV  
Interface (i.LINK)  
If the desired item is not displayed on  
the screen, touch  
is displayed.  
/
until the item  
* An i.LINK jack which is compatible with  
HDV1080i specification is required.  
6
Start playing the cassette on your  
VCR.  
The picture played on the connected  
device appears on the LCD screen of  
your camcorder.  
Recording movies  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch to turn  
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
7
8
Touch [REC START] at the point  
you want to start recording.  
Set the input signal of your  
camcorder.  
Stop recording.  
Set [VCR HDV/DV] to [AUTO] when  
recording from an HDV format  
compatible device.  
Touch  
(Stop) or [REC PAUSE].  
74  
   
Dubbing pictures from  
a tape to a “Memory  
Stick Duo”  
You can record still images on a “Memory  
Stick Duo.” Make sure you have a recorded  
tape and a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted  
into your camcorder.  
9
Touch  
t
.
• You cannot record TV programs from the  
HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK).  
• You can record pictures from DV devices only  
in the DV format.  
• Note the following when connecting with an  
i.LINK cable:  
– The recorded picture becomes rough when a  
picture is paused on your camcorder while  
recording to a VCR.  
– You cannot record the picture and sound  
separately.  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch to turn  
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Search and record the scene you  
want to record.  
Touch  
(Play) to play back the  
– If you pause or stop the recording and restart  
it, the picture may not be recorded smoothly.  
• When a 4:3 video signal is input, it appears with  
black bands on the right and left sides on the  
screen of your camcorder.  
tape, then press PHOTO lightly at the  
scene you want to record. Check the  
image and press it fully.  
Recording still images  
• 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 [  
1.2M] when playing back in the HDV format.  
Still images will be fixed to image size [  
0.2M] (16:9) or [VGA (0.3M)] (4:3) when  
playing back in the DV format (p. 55).  
1
2
Perform steps 1 to 4 in  
“Recording movies.”  
Start playing the cassette.  
The pictures on the VCR appear on the  
screen of your camcorder.  
• You cannot record still images while using PB  
zoom.  
3
Press PHOTO lightly at the scene  
you want to record. Check the  
image and press it fully.  
75  
   
Deleting recorded  
pictures from the  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
Marking images on  
the “Memory Stick  
Duo” with specific  
information (Print mark/  
Image protection)  
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. 110).  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch to turn  
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Touch  
.
101  
1/10  
MEMORYY PLAY  
60min  
1010001  
4.0M  
Selecting still images for  
printing (Print mark)  
P-MENU  
The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)  
standard is used to select images for  
printing on your camcorder.  
By marking images that you want to print  
out, you do not need to reselect them when  
you print them out (You cannot specify the  
number of printouts).  
3
4
Select a picture you want to  
delete with  
• To delete all pictures at once, select [  
ALL ERASE] (p. 55).  
/
.
Touch  
t [YES].  
1
2
3
Slide the POWER switch to turn  
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
• The pictures cannot be restored once they  
are deleted.  
Touch  
t
t
t
• You can delete pictures on the index screen  
(p. 27). You can easily search for the picture to  
be deleted by displaying 6 pictures at once.  
Touch  
you want to delete t  
• Pictures cannot be deleted when a “Memory  
Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab is set to  
the write-protect position (p. 110), or when the  
selected picture is protected (p. 77).  
[PRINT MARK].  
t [ DELETE] t the picture  
t [YES].  
Touch the image that you want to  
print out later.  
PRINT MARK  
appears.  
101–0002  
101  
2/10  
OK  
4
Touch  
t [END].  
• 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)  
You can print out pictures using a  
PictBridge compliant printer without  
connecting the camcorder to a computer.  
• 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.  
Preventing accidental erasure  
(Image protection)  
Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor  
to obtain power from the wall socket.  
Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” containing  
still images into your camcorder and turn  
on the printer.  
You can select and mark images to prevent  
accidental erasure.  
Connecting your camcorder to  
the printer  
1
2
3
Slide the POWER switch to turn  
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
1
2
Slide the POWER switch to turn  
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Touch  
t
t
t
[PROTECT].  
Connect the (USB) jack of your  
camcorder to the printer using  
the USB cable. [USB SELECT]  
appears on the screen  
Touch the image that you want to  
protect.  
PROTECT  
-
appears.  
automatically.  
101–0002  
101  
3
Touch [PictBridge PRINT].  
2/10  
OK  
When connection is complete,  
(PictBridge connecting) appears on  
the screen.  
4
Touch  
t [END].  
101  
1/10  
4.0M  
PictBridge PRINT  
101-0001  
END  
• To cancel image protection, touch the image  
again to cancel image protection in step 3.  
+
-
SET EXEC  
One of the images stored on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” will be displayed.  
• You can also operate by selecting in the  
following orders:  
t [MENU] t  
(PICT.APPLI.)  
t [USB SELECT] t [PictBridge PRINT].  
Continued ,  
77  
           
Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) (Continued)  
t [MENU] t  
(PICT.APPLI.)  
• If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB  
cable, turn the printer off and on again and  
restart the operation from the beginning.  
• If you print a still image recorded with a 16:9  
ratio, left and right ends of the image may be cut  
off.  
• Some printer models may not support the date/  
time printing function. Refer to your printer’s  
operating instructions for details.  
t [PictBridge PRINT].  
• We cannot guarantee the operation of models  
that are not PictBridge compatible.  
Printing  
1
Select the image to be printed  
• We cannot guarantee the printing of images  
recorded with a device other than your  
camcorder.  
with  
/
.
• 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.  
2
3
Touch  
t [COPIES].  
Select the number of copies to be  
printed with  
/
.
A maximum of 20 copies of the image  
can be printed.  
4
5
Touch  
To print the date/time on the image,  
touch  
t [END].  
t [DATE/TIME] t  
[DATE] or [DAY&TIME] t  
.
Touch [EXEC] t [YES].  
When printing is finished, [Printing...]  
disappears and the image selection  
screen appears again.  
Touch [END] when printing is  
completed.  
• 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 USB cable from the printer.  
– Remove the “Memory Stick Duo” from your  
camcorder.  
78  
Jacks to connect external devices  
loosen the screw, and then press down and  
pull out the accessory.  
Camcorder  
• Connecting with an external device wears  
out the battery pack faster.  
• When you are recording movies with an  
external flash (optional) connected to the  
accessory shoe, turn off the power of the  
external flash to prevent charging noise  
being recorded.  
1
• You cannot use an external flash (optional)  
and the built-in flash at the same time.  
• When an external microphone (optional) is  
connected, it takes precedence over the  
internal microphone (p. 31).  
B HDMI OUT jack (p. 38)  
2 3  
4
• The available video signals are read, and the  
appropriate output format is selected and  
output automatically.  
• You can check the setup value of HDMI  
OUTPUT on [STATUS CHECK] (p. 64).  
5
6
C
D
HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) (p. 38,  
70, 85)  
LANC jack (blue)  
• The LANC control jack is used for  
controlling the tape transport of video  
devices and peripherals connected to it.  
8
7
E COMPONENT OUT jack (p. 38)  
F A/V (audio/video) OUT jack (p. 38, 70)  
G DC IN jack (p. 11)  
1 ...Open the shoe cover.  
2 - 7 ...Open the jack cover.  
8 ...Open the LCD panel.  
H
(USB) jack (p. 77, 80)  
A Active Interface Shoe  
The Active Interface Shoe supplies  
power to optional accessories such as a  
video light, a flash, or a microphone.  
The accessory can be turned on or off as  
you operate the POWER switch on your  
camcorder. Refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with your  
accessory for details.  
• When you connect an accessory, open the  
shoe cover.  
• The Active Interface Shoe has a safety  
device for fixing the installed accessory  
securely. To connect an accessory, press  
down and push it to the end, and then  
tighten the screw. To remove an accessory,  
79  
                   
Using a Computer  
Connecting to a  
computer  
Copying still images  
to a computer  
When connecting your camcorder to the  
computer, the following operations are  
available:  
Copying the still images on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” to the computer  
t p. 80  
System requirements  
For Windows users  
• OS: Windows 2000 Professional/Windows  
Millennium Edition/Windows XP Home  
Edition/Windows XP Professional  
Standard installation is required. Operation is  
not assured if the above OS has been upgraded.  
• CPU: MMX Pentium 200MHz or faster  
Copying the movie on a tape in the HDV  
format to the computer  
t p. 83  
• Others: USB port (This must be provided as  
standard.)  
Copying the movie on a tape in the DV  
format to the computer  
t p. 83  
For Macintosh users  
• OS: Mac OS 9.1/9.2 or Mac OS X (v10.1/v10.2/  
v10.3/v10.4)  
About connection  
• Others: USB port (This must be provided as  
standard.)  
There are 2 ways to connect your  
camcorder to a computer:  
– USB cable  
Using the USB cable  
When copying pictures on a “Memory Stick  
Duo”  
– i.LINK cable  
• You can do this operation with the standard  
driver of your computer. You do not need to  
install any software.  
When copying pictures on a tape  
• If your computer has a Memory Stick slot, insert  
the “Memory Stick Duo” on which pictures 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.  
• 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.  
Notes on connecting to a computer  
• When you are using a USB cable or an i.LINK  
cable to connect your camcorder to a computer,  
make sure you insert the connector in the correct  
direction. If you insert the connector forcibly, it  
may be damaged, and cause a malfunction of  
your camcorder.  
• You cannot do the following:  
– Copying pictures on a tape to a computer with  
a USB cable.  
– Copying pictures on a “Memory Stick Duo”  
to a computer with an i.LINK cable.  
• Remove the USB cable according to the correct  
procedure when disconnecting it from the  
computer (p. 82).  
80  
                     
4
5
Slide the POWER switch to turn  
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
Connect the USB cable to the  
(USB) jack on your camcorder  
and the USB jack on your  
computer.  
To USB jack  
USB cable  
(supplied)  
[USB SELECT] appears on the LCD  
screen of your camcorder.  
To USB jack  
6
Touch [  
Memory Stick].  
It may take some time for the computer  
to recognize the camcorder when you  
connect the USB cable for the first time.  
• You can also select [  
from [USB SELECT] of  
(PICT.APPLI).  
• During the Easy Handycam operation, you  
can set by connecting the USB cable.  
Memory Stick]  
• Do not connect your camcorder to the computer  
at this point.  
• The computer may not recognize the camcorder  
if you connect them with the USB cable before  
turning on your camcorder.  
• Refer to page 83 for the recommended  
connection.  
Copying the pictures  
For Windows users  
Double-click the [Removable Disk] icon  
displayed in [My Computer]. Then, drag  
and drop a picture in the folder onto the  
hard disk drive of your computer.  
1
Turn on the computer.  
Close down all applications running on  
the computer.  
For Windows 2000/Windows XP  
Log on as an Administrator.  
2
3
Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into  
your camcorder.  
Prepare the power source for  
your camcorder.  
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the  
power source (p. 11).  
Continued ,  
81  
Copying still images to a computer (Continued)  
Disconnecting the USB cable  
For Windows users  
If [USB CONNECT] appears on the LCD  
screen, follow the procedure below to  
disconnect the USB cable.  
1 Click the [Unplug or eject hardware] icon  
on the task tray.  
Click this icon.  
1
2
3
A Folder containing image files recorded  
using other camcorders without the  
folder creation function (for playback  
only)  
Task tray  
2 Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage  
Device-Drive].  
B Folder containing image files recorded  
with your camcorder  
Click here.  
When no new folders have been created,  
only [101MSDCF] is displayed.  
C Folder containing movie data recorded  
using other camcorders without the  
folder creation function (for playback  
only)  
3 Click [OK].  
4 Disconnect the USB cable from the  
camcorder and computer.  
Folder  
101MSDCF (up DSC0ss Still image  
to 999MSDCF) ss.JPG file  
File  
Meaning  
If [USB CONNECT] does not appear on  
the LCD screen, do only step 4 above.  
• Remove the USB cable according to the correct  
procedure, otherwise files in the “Memory Stick  
Duo” may not be updated correctly. Also, this  
may cause a malfunction of the “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
ssss stands for any number between  
0001 and 9999.  
For Macintosh users  
For Macintosh users  
1 Close down all applications running on the  
computer.  
Double-click the drive icon, then drag and  
drop the desired picture file onto the hard  
disk of your computer.  
2 Drag and drop the drive icon on the  
desktop onto the [Trash] icon.  
3 Disconnect the USB cable from the  
camcorder and computer.  
82  
   
Copying movies on a  
tape to the computer  
• If you are using Mac OS X, turn off the  
computer before disconnecting the USB cable  
and ejecting the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Do not disconnect the USB cable while the  
access lamp is lit.  
Connect your camcorder to the computer  
with an i.LINK cable.  
The computer needs to have an i.LINK  
connector and be installed with editing  
software that can copy video signals. The  
software required depends on the format of  
the recorded pictures and the format for  
copying to the computer (HDV or DV) as  
shown in the table below.  
• Make sure to disconnect the USB cable before  
turning off your camcorder.  
Recommended connection  
Observe the following points when  
connecting to ensure the camcorder  
operates correctly.  
• Connect the camcorder to a computer via the  
USB cable. Make sure no other USB devices are  
connected to the computer.  
• If your computer has a USB keyboard and a  
USB mouse as standard equipment, leave them  
connected and connect the camcorder to an  
available USB jack with the USB cable.  
• Operation is not guaranteed if you connect two  
or more USB devices to the computer.  
• Operation is not guaranteed if you connect the  
USB cable to the USB jack on a keyboard or  
USB hub.  
Format for  
Recorded  
copying to  
Required software  
format  
the computer  
Editing software  
capable of  
copying HDV  
signal  
HDV  
DV  
HDV  
Editing software  
capable of  
copying DV  
signal  
HDV  
DV  
Editing software  
capable of  
copying DV  
signal  
DV  
• Make sure to connect the cable to the USB jack  
on the computer.  
• Operation is not guaranteed even for the  
recommended environments.  
• Refer to the operating instructions of the  
software for the details on image copying.  
• Refer to the operating instructions of the editing  
software for the recommended connection.  
• Some editing software on the computer may not  
work correctly.  
HDV/DV Interface  
(i.LINK)  
i.LINK cable (optional)  
Continued ,  
83  
       
Copying movies on a tape to the computer (Continued)  
* See page 61 for [VCR HDV/DV] and 64 for  
[i.LINK CONV].  
• A tape recorded in the DV format cannot be  
copied in the HDV format to a computer.  
• You can create DVDs from a tape by connecting  
your camcorder to a Sony VAIO series  
computer that has “Click to DVD Ver.2.3”or  
later installed (p. 85). The quality of the picture  
to be copied to DVDs is SD (standard  
definition).  
Notes on connecting to the computer  
• Connect the i.LINK cable to the computer first,  
then to your camcorder. Connecting in the  
opposite order may cause static electricity to  
build up, resulting in a malfunction of your  
camcorder.  
• The computer may freeze or may not recognize  
the signal from your camcorder in the following  
situations.  
– Connecting your camcorder to a computer  
that does not support the video signal formats  
appearing on the LCD screen of your  
camcorder display (HDV or DV).  
When copying the movie in the HDV  
format from the computer to your  
camcorder  
Set [VCR HDV/DV] to [HDV] and [i.LINK  
CONV] to [OFF] on the  
– Changing the [VCR HDV/DV] and [i.LINK  
CONV] settings on the  
(STANDARD  
SET) menu while connected with an i.LINK  
cable.  
– Changing the [REC FORMAT] setting on the  
(STANDARD SET) menu while  
(STANDARD SET) menu (p. 61, 64).  
When copying the movie in the DV  
format from the computer to your  
camcorder  
connected with an i.LINK cable with the  
POWER switch set to CAMERA-TAPE.  
– Changing the POWER switch position while  
connected with an i.LINK cable.  
Set [VCR HDV/DV] to [DV] on the  
(STANDARD SET) menu (p. 61).  
• The format (HDV or DV) of input/output signal  
appears on the LCD screen of your camcorder  
while connected with an i.LINK cable.  
When setting up your camcorder  
The menu settings required depend on the  
format of the recorded pictures and the  
format for copying.  
Format for  
Recorded  
copying to  
the computer  
Menu setting*  
format  
[VCR HDV/DV]  
t [HDV]  
[i.LINK CONV]  
t [OFF]  
HDV  
DV  
HDV  
[VCR HDV/DV]  
t [HDV]  
[i.LINK CONV]  
t [ON (HDV  
t DV)]  
HDV  
DV  
[VCR HDV/DV]  
t [DV]  
[i.LINK CONV]  
t [OFF]  
DV  
84  
Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to  
DVD”)  
You can create a DVD from a tape with a  
Sony VAIO series computer* preinstalled  
with “Click to DVD,” via an i.LINK cable.  
The picture is automatically copied and  
written to a DVD.  
To i.LINK connector  
The following procedures describe how to  
create a DVD from a recorded tape. For  
details of compatible computers, operating  
i.LINK  
cable  
(optional)  
environment, “Click to DVD,” and  
upgrading to “Click to DVD Ver.2.3” or  
later, visit the following URL:  
Europe  
HDV/DV  
http://www.vaio-link.com/  
USA  
To HDV/DV  
Interface (i.LINK)  
http://ciscdb.sel.sony.com/perl/select-p-  
n.pl  
Asia Pacific Regional  
http://www.css.ap.sony.com/  
Korea  
: Signal flow  
http://scs.sony.co.kr/  
Taiwan  
http://vaio-online.sony.com/tw/vaio/  
China  
• Images recorded in HDV format are  
down-converted to SD (standard  
definition) quality when copying to DVDs  
(They are not copied in the HD (high  
definition) quality).  
http://www.sonystyle.com.cn/vaio/  
Thailand  
http://www.sony.co.th/vaio/index.html  
• You can only use an i.LINK cable for this  
operation. You cannot use a USB cable.  
Latin America  
http://www.sony-latin.com/vaio/info/  
index.jsp  
* Note that you need a computer with a DVD  
drive that can be used to write DVDs, and  
“Click to DVD Ver.2.3” (Sony original  
software) or later installed.  
Using the Direct Access to “Click to  
DVD” function for the first time  
The Direct Access to “Click to DVD”  
function enables you to copy pictures  
recorded on a tape to a DVD easily if your  
camcorder is connected to a computer.  
Before operating the Direct Access to  
“Click to DVD” function, follow the steps  
below to start “Click to DVD Automatic  
Mode Launcher.”  
1 Turn on the computer.  
2 Click the start menu, then select [All  
Programs].  
3 Select [Click to DVD] from the programs  
displayed, then click [Click to DVD  
Automatic Mode Launcher].  
[Click to DVD Automatic Mode Launcher]  
starts up.  
Continued ,  
85  
       
Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”)  
(Continued)  
• After you start up [Click to DVD  
Automatic Mode Launcher] once, from  
then on it starts up automatically when  
you turn on your computer.  
• [Click to DVD Automatic Mode  
Launcher] is set up for each Windows XP  
user.  
7
Touch  
t [MENU] t  
(EDIT/PLAY) t [BURN DVD] t  
.
“Click to DVD” starts up and the on-  
screen instructions appear on your  
computer.  
1
2
Turn on the computer.  
8
9
Place a writable DVD in the disc  
drive of the computer.  
Close all applications running with an  
i.LINK.  
Touch [EXEC] on the screen of  
your camcorder.  
Prepare the power source for the  
camcorder.  
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the  
power source since it takes a few hours  
to create a DVD.  
3
4
Slide the POWER switch to turn  
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
The status of the operation on your  
computer is displayed on the LCD  
screen of your camcorder.  
Touch  
t [MENU] t  
CAPTURING: The picture recorded on  
the tape is being copied to the computer.  
(STANDARD SET) t [i.LINK  
CONV] t [ON (HDV t DV)] t  
CONVERTING: The picture is being  
converted to the MPEG2 format.  
.
WRITING: The picture is being written  
onto the DVD.  
5
6
Insert a recorded cassette into  
your camcorder.  
• If you use a DVD-RW/+RW which has  
other data stored on it, the message [This is  
a recorded disc. Delete and overwrite?]  
appears on the LCD screen of your  
camcorder. When you touch [EXEC], the  
existing data is erased and new data is  
written.  
Connect your camcorder to a  
computer via an i.LINK cable  
(p. 85).  
• When you connect your camcorder to a  
computer, make sure you insert the  
connector in the correct way. If you insert  
the connector forcibly, damage may occur  
and cause camcorder malfunction.  
86  
– While recording images onto a “Memory  
Stick Duo.”  
– When “Click to DVD” is started up from the  
computer.  
10Touch [NO] to finish creating a  
DVD.  
The disc tray comes out automatically.  
To create another DVD with the same  
content, touch [YES].  
The disc tray comes out. Place a new  
writable DVD in the disc drive. Then,  
repeat steps 9 and 10.  
To cancel the operation  
Touch [CANCEL] on the LCD screen on  
your camcorder.  
• You cannot cancel the operation after  
[Finalizing DVD.] is displayed on the LCD  
screen of your camcorder.  
• Do not disconnect the i.LINK cable or set the  
POWER switch to another mode on your  
camcorder until the picture is completely copied  
to the computer.  
• When [CONVERTING] or [WRITING] is  
displayed on the screen, capturing of pictures  
has already finished. Even if you disconnect the  
i.LINK cable or turn off the camcorder at this  
stage, DVD creation will continue on your  
computer.  
• If any of the following occurs, copying of the  
picture is canceled. A DVD containing the data  
up to the point the operation was canceled is  
created. Refer to the help files of “Click to  
DVD” for details.  
– The tape contains a 10-second or longer blank  
portion.  
– The tape data contains a date before the date  
of later images.  
– Both 16:9 (wide) and 4:3 pictures are  
recorded on the same tape.  
• You cannot create a DVD in the following  
situations:  
– While a tape is running.  
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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.  
Overall operations/Easy Handycam  
The power does not turn on.  
• Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 11).  
• Use the AC Adaptor to connect to a wall socket (p. 11).  
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.  
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket or remove the battery pack, then reconnect  
it after about 1 minute.  
• Press the RESET button (p. 31) using a sharp-pointed object (If you press the RESET button,  
all settings are reset, except Personal Menu items).  
Buttons do not work.  
• During Easy Handycam operation, not all buttons are functional (p. 24).  
You cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off.  
• During recording or communicating with another device via USB cable, you cannot turn  
Easy Handycam operation on or off.  
Settings change during Easy Handycam operation.  
• During Easy Handycam operation, the settings of the functions that are not displayed on the  
screen return to their defaults (p. 22, 46).  
[DEMO MODE] does not start.  
• Eject the cassette and “Memory Stick Duo” from your camcorder (p. 20, 21).  
The camcorder gets warm.  
• The camcorder may get warmer while you use it. This is not a malfunction.  
Batteries/Power sources  
The power abruptly turns off.  
• When approximately 5 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate your camcorder, the  
camcorder is automatically turned off (A.SHUT OFF). Change the setting of [A.SHUT OFF]  
(p. 66), or turn on the power again (p. 15), or use the AC Adaptor.  
• Charge the battery pack (p. 11).  
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The CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged.  
• Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) (p. 11).  
• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 11).  
• Connect the mains lead to the wall socket properly.  
• The battery charge is completed (p. 11).  
The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged.  
• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 11). If the problem persists, disconnect  
the AC Adaptor from the wall socket and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be  
damaged.  
The power turns off frequently although the remaining battery time indicator  
indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate.  
• A problem has occurred in the remaining battery time indicator, or the battery pack has not  
been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again to correct the indication (p. 11).  
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.  
• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn-out. Replace  
it with a new one (p. 11, 112).  
• 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.  
The battery pack discharges too quickly.  
• Ambient temperature is too high or low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough.  
This is not a malfunction.  
• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn-out. Replace  
it with a new one (p. 11, 112).  
A problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor.  
• Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket. Then, connect it  
again.  
LCD screen/viewfinder  
An unknown picture appears on the LCD screen or viewfinder.  
• The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p. 60). Touch the LCD screen or insert a cassette or a  
“Memory Stick Duo” to cancel [DEMO MODE].  
An unknown indicator appears on the screen.  
• A warning indicator or message appears on the screen (p. 103).  
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The picture remains on the LCD screen.  
• This occurs if you disconnect the DC plug or remove the battery pack without turning off the  
power first. This is not a malfunction.  
You cannot turn the LCD backlight off.  
• During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot turn the LCD backlight on/off by pressing and  
holding DISP/BATT INFO (p. 24).  
You cannot turn off the indicators.  
• You cannot turn off  
. Touch  
to check the warning messages (p. 104).  
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 Commander)  
(p. 17).  
The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not work at all.  
• Adjust the screen ([CALIBRATION]) (p. 116).  
The picture in the viewfinder is not clear.  
• Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever until the picture appears clearly (p. 16).  
The picture in the viewfinder has disappeared.  
• Close the LCD panel. The picture is not displayed in the viewfinder when the LCD panel is  
open (p. 16).  
Cassette tapes  
The cassette cannot be ejected from the compartment.  
• Make sure the power source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connected correctly (p. 11).  
• Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then attach it again (p. 12).  
• Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 11).  
• Moisture condensation has occurred inside the camcorder (p. 115).  
The Cassette Memory indicator or title display does not appear while using a  
cassette with Cassette Memory.  
• This camcorder does not support Cassette Memory, so the indicator does not appear.  
The remaining tape indicator is not displayed.  
• Set [  
REMAINING] to [ON] to always display the remaining tape indicator (p. 65).  
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The cassette is noisier during rewinding or fast-forwarding.  
• When using the AC Adaptor, rewind/fast forward speed increases (compared with battery  
operation) and therefore increases noise. This is not a malfunction.  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
You cannot operate functions using the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Slide the POWER switch to turn on the CAMERA-MEMORY or PLAY/EDIT lamp (p. 15).  
• Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder (p. 20).  
• If you use a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted on a computer, format it again on your  
camcorder (p. 56).  
Pictures cannot be deleted.  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo” if there is one (p. 110).  
• Cancel image protection on the picture (p. 77).  
• The maximum number of pictures that you can delete on the index screen at one time is 100.  
You cannot delete all pictures at once.  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo” if there is one (p. 110).  
• Cancel image protection on the pictures (p. 77).  
You cannot format the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo” if there is one (p. 110).  
Image protection cannot be applied.  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo” if there is one (p. 110).  
• Perform the operation again on the index screen (p. 77).  
You cannot mark pictures for print.  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo” if there is one (p. 110).  
• Perform the operation again on the index screen (p. 76).  
• The maximum number of pictures you can mark for print is 999.  
The data file name is not indicated correctly.  
• Only the file name is displayed if the directory structure does not conform to the universal  
standard.  
• The file is damaged.  
• The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 110).  
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The data file name flashes.  
• The file is damaged.  
• The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 110).  
Recording  
Refer also to “Adjusting the image during recording” (p. 93) and “Memory Stick Duo” section  
(p. 91).  
The tape does not start when you press START/STOP.  
• Slide the POWER switch to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp (p. 26).  
• The tape has reached the end. Rewind it, or insert a new cassette.  
• Set the write-protect tab to REC or insert a new cassette (p. 108).  
• The tape is stuck to the drum due to moisture condensation. Remove the cassette and leave  
your camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-insert the cassette (p. 115).  
You cannot record on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo” if there is one (p. 110).  
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is full. Delete unnecessary pictures recorded on the “Memory Stick  
Duo” (p. 76).  
• Format the “Memory Stick Duo” on your camcorder or insert another “Memory Stick Duo”  
(p. 56).  
• You cannot record movies with this unit on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-TAPE, you cannot record still images on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” with:  
– [PICT.EFFECT]  
– [D.EFFECT]  
– While executing [FADER]  
– [SMTH SLW REC]  
The recording angle differs depending on the POWER switch setting position.  
• The recording angle when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY is wider than  
when it is set to CAMERA-TAPE.  
You cannot record a smooth transition on a tape from the last recorded scene  
to the next.  
• Perform END SEARCH (p. 35).  
• 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 the HDV and DV formats on the same tape.  
• Do not record pictures in SP mode and LP mode on the same tape.  
• Avoid stopping then recording a movie in the LP mode.  
• When [QUICK REC] is set to [ON], you cannot record a smooth transition (p. 66).  
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The shutter sound is not heard when you record a still image.  
• Set [BEEP] to [ON] (p. 65).  
The flash does not work.  
• You cannot use the flash during tape recording.  
• When attaching a conversion lens (optional) or a filter (optional) to your camcorder, it may  
block the flash of your camcorder. In this case, the flash light does not emit light.  
• Even if auto flash or  
with:  
(Auto redeye reduction) is selected, you cannot use the internal flash  
– [SPOTLIGHT], [SUNSET&MOON], and [LANDSCAPE] of [PROGRAM AE]  
– [SPOT METER]  
• The power of the external flash (optional) is not turned on, or the flash is not attached  
correctly.  
[END SEARCH] does not work.  
• Do not eject the cassette after recording (p. 35).  
• There is nothing recorded on the cassette.  
[END SEARCH] does not work correctly.  
• There is a blank section between recorded sections of the tape. This is not a malfunction.  
Adjusting the image during recording  
Refer also to “Menu” (p. 97).  
The auto focus does not function.  
• Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO] (p. 50).  
• The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p. 50).  
[STEADYSHOT] does not function.  
• Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 53).  
• While using [SMTH SLW REC], [STEADYSHOT] does not work.  
The BACK LIGHT function does not function.  
• In the following settings, the BACK LIGHT function is canceled.  
– [MANUAL] of [EXPOSURE]  
– [SPOT METER]  
• The BACK LIGHT function does not work during Easy Handycam operation (p. 24).  
The [FLASH LEVEL] cannot be changed.  
• [FLASH LEVEL] (p. 51) cannot be changed during Easy Handycam operation.  
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[DIGITAL ZOOM] does not function.  
• [DIGITAL ZOOM] does not function when you set [TELE MACRO] to [ON].  
Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the screen.  
• The spots appear when you are recording in [SLOW SHUTTR], [SUPER NS], or [COLOR  
SLOW S]. This is not a malfunction.  
The subjects passing by the frame might appear crooked.  
• This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Because of the way the  
image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the subjects passing by the frame  
rapidly might appear crooked depending on the recording conditions.  
The color of the picture is not correctly displayed.  
• Deactivate the NightShot function (p. 29).  
The screen picture is bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen.  
• Cancel the BACK LIGHT function (p. 29).  
• Set the NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 29) to OFF.  
The screen picture is dark, and the subject does not appear on the screen.  
• Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds to turn on the backlight (p. 16).  
The picture appears too bright, or flickering or changes in color occurs.  
• This occurs when recording pictures under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury  
lamp. Cancel [PROGRAM AE] to minimize this phenomena (p. 48).  
Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.  
• Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] (p. 53).  
Playback  
If you are playing back pictures stored on a “Memory Stick Duo,” refer also to the “Memory  
Stick Duo” section (p. 91).  
You cannot play back tape.  
• Slide the POWER switch to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
• Rewind the tape (p. 27).  
You cannot play back in reverse direction.  
• Reverse playback is not possible with the tape recorded in the HDV format.  
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The pictures stored on a “Memory Stick Duo” are not played back in their  
correct size or aspect ratio.  
• Pictures recorded on other devices may not appear in their actual size. This is not a  
malfunction.  
Image data stored on a “Memory Stick Duo” cannot be played back.  
• You cannot see movies recorded with other camcorders on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Image data cannot be played back if you have modified file names or folders, or have edited  
the data on a computer (In this case, the file name flashes). This is not a malfunction (p. 111).  
• Pictures recorded on other devices may not be played back. This is not a malfunction  
(p. 111).  
Horizontal lines appear on the picture. The displayed pictures are not clear or  
do not appear.  
• Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 115).  
You cannot hear the sound recorded with 4CH MIC REC on another camcorder.  
• Adjust [ AUDIO MIX] (p. 62).  
Fine patterns flicker, diagonal lines look jagged.  
• Adjust [SHARPNESS] to the  
(soften) side (p. 50).  
No sound or only a low sound is heard.  
• Set [MULTI-SOUND] to [STEREO] (p. 63).  
• Turn up the volume (p. 27).  
• Adjust [ AUDIO MIX] from the [ST2] (additional sound) side until the sound is heard  
appropriately (p. 62).  
• If you are using an S VIDEO plug or component video plug, make sure the red and white  
plugs of the A/V connecting cable are also connected (p. 38).  
• Pictures recorded using [SMTH SLW REC] do not have sounds.  
The picture or sound breaks off.  
• The tape was recorded in both of the HDV and DV formats. This is not a malfunction.  
The movies freeze for a while, or the sound breaks off.  
• This occurs if the tape or video head is dirty (p. 115).  
• Use the Sony mini DV cassette.  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
“---” is displayed on the screen.  
• The tape you are playing was recorded without setting the date and time.  
• A blank section on the tape is being played.  
• The data code on a tape with a scratch or noise cannot be read.  
Noises appear and  
or  
is displayed on the screen.  
• The tape was recorded in a TV color system other than that of your camcorder (PAL). This is  
not a malfunction (p. 107).  
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 between recorded sections of the tape. This is not a malfunction.  
No picture appears during [END SEARCH] or Rec Review.  
• The tape was recorded in both HDV and DV formats. This is not a malfunction.  
You cannot view the picture on the TV connected with the i.LINK cable.  
• You cannot view the picture in the HD (high definition) quality on the TV which is not  
compatible with the HDV1080i specification (p. 38). Refer to the instruction manuals  
supplied with your TV.  
• Down convert the pictures recorded in HDV format and play back in DV format (SD image  
quality) (p. 64).  
• Play back pictures using another connecting cable (p. 38).  
You cannot view the picture or hear the sound on the TV connected with the  
component video cable.  
• Set [COMPONENT] on the  
the connected device (p. 63).  
(STANDARD SET) menu according to the requirements of  
• When you are using the component video cable, make sure the red and white plugs of the  
A/V connecting cable are connected (p. 38).  
You cannot view the picture or hear the sound on the TV connected with the  
HDMI cable.  
• Pictures in the HDV format are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection  
signals are recorded in the pictures.  
• DV format pictures input to the camcorder via i.LINK cable (p. 73) cannot be output.  
• This occurs if you record on a tape in both HDV and DV formats. Disconnect and connect the  
HDMI cable, or slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder again.  
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The picture appears distorted on the 4:3 TV.  
• This happens when viewing a picture recorded in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3 TV. Set [TV  
TYPE] on the  
(STANDARD SET) menu (p. 64) and play back the picture.  
appears on the LCD screen.  
• This appears when you play back a tape recorded on other recording devices using a 4ch  
microphone (4CH MIC REC). This camcorder does not comply with the 4ch microphone  
recording standard.  
Remote Commander  
The supplied Remote Commander does not function.  
• Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [ON] (p. 65).  
• 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.  
• Insert a fresh battery in the compartment with its +/– terminals matching those of the  
compartment (p. 117).  
• Remove the conversion lens (optional) as the remote sensor may be obstructed by it.  
Another VCR malfunctions when you use the supplied Remote Commander.  
• Select a commander mode other than VTR 2 for your VCR.  
• Cover the sensor of your VCR with black paper.  
Menu  
Menu items are grayed out.  
• You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback situation.  
is not displayed.  
• During Easy Handycam operation, not all menu items are functional. Cancel Easy Handycam  
operation (p. 24).  
You cannot use [PROGRAM AE].  
• You cannot use [PROGRAM AE] together with:  
– NightShot  
– [OLD MOVIE] or [CINEMA EFECT] of [D.EFFECT]  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [TELE MACRO]  
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You cannot use [SPOT METER].  
• You cannot use [SPOT METER] together with:  
– NightShot  
– [CINEMA EFFECT] of [D.EFFECT]  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
• If you set [PROGRAM AE], [SPOT METER] is automatically set to [AUTO].  
You cannot use [EXPOSURE].  
• You cannot use [EXPOSURE] together with:  
– NightShot  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [CINEMA EFECT] of [D.EFFECT]  
• If you set [PROGRAM AE], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [AUTO].  
You cannot adjust [WHITE BAL.].  
• You cannot adjust [WHITE BAL.] when you use NightShot.  
You cannot adjust [SHARPNESS].  
• You cannot adjust [SHARPNESS] with [CINEMA EFECT] of [D.EFFECT].  
[AE SHIFT] cannot be operated.  
• You cannot use [AE SHIFT] together with:  
– [CINEMA EFECT] of [D.EFFECT]  
– [MANUAL] of [EXPOSURE]  
You cannot use [SPOT FOCUS].  
• You cannot use [SPOT FOCUS] together with [PROGRAM AE].  
You cannot use [TELE MACRO].  
• You cannot use [TELE MACRO] together with:  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
– Tape recording  
[COLOR SLOW S] does not operate correctly.  
• [COLOR SLOW S] may not operate correctly in total darkness. Use NightShot or [SUPER  
NS].  
• You cannot use [COLOR SLOW S] together with:  
– [FADER]  
– [D.EFFECT]  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
– [MANUAL] of [EXPOSURE]  
– [SPOT METER]  
– NightShot  
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[HISTOGRAM] is not displayed.  
• [HISTOGRAM] is not displayed while displaying the date and time.  
indicator appears and [HISTOGRAM] is not displayed in the following.  
– While using [DIGITAL ZOOM]  
– While using [D.EFFECT]  
You cannot use [FADER].  
• You cannot use [FADER] together with:  
– [SELF-TIMER]  
– [SUPER NS]  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [D.EFFECT]  
You cannot use [D.EFFECT].  
• You cannot use [D.EFFECT] together with:  
– [SUPER NS]  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [FADER]  
• You cannot use [OLD MOVIE] together with:  
– [PICT.EFFECT]  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
– When [ WIDE SELECT] of [DV SET] is set to [4:3]  
• You cannot use [CINEMA EFECT] together with:  
– [EXPOSURE] set to [MANUAL]  
– Other than 0 in [AE SHIFT]  
– [PICT.EFFECT]  
– When [ WIDE SELECT] of [DV SET] is set to [4:3]  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
– [SPOT METER]  
You cannot use [PICT.EFFECT].  
• You cannot use [PICT.EFFECT] together with [OLD MOVIE] or [CINEMA EFECT] of  
[D.EFFECT].  
[SMTH SLW REC] does not function.  
• You cannot use [SMTH SLW REC] together with:  
– [SUPER NS]  
– [COLOR SLOW S]  
– [D.EFFECT]  
– [PICT.EFFECT]  
• You cannot use [SMTH SLW REC] while performing END SEARCH.  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other devices  
Pictures from connected devices cannot be zoomed.  
• You cannot zoom pictures from connected devices on your camcorder (p. 30).  
Time code and other information appear on the display of the connected  
device.  
• Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] while connected with an A/V connecting cable  
(p. 65).  
You cannot dub correctly using the A/V connecting cable.  
• You cannot input externally from a device connected with 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 the other device for  
dubbing a picture from your camcorder.  
When connected using an i.LINK cable, no picture appears on the monitor  
screen during dubbing.  
• Set [VCR HDV/DV] on the  
the connected device (p. 61).  
(STANDARD SET) menu according to the requirements of  
You cannot add sound to the recorded tape.  
• You cannot add sound to the recorded tape on this unit.  
You cannot dub correctly using the HDMI cable.  
• You cannot dub pictures using the HDMI cable.  
New sound added to a recorded tape on another camcorder is not heard.  
• Adjust [ AUDIO MIX] from the [ST1] (original sound) side until the sound is heard  
appropriately (p. 62).  
Still pictures cannot be dubbed from a tape to a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• You cannot record or a distorted picture may be recorded if the tape has been used repeatedly  
for recording.  
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Connecting to a computer  
The computer does not recognize your camcorder.  
• Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, then connect it again securely.  
• Disconnect USB devices other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the  
(USB) jack on the computer.  
• Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer, then connect  
them again correctly.  
You cannot monitor video that the camcorder is capturing.  
• Disconnect the cable from the computer, turn on the camcorder, then connect it again.  
You cannot view the video recorded on a tape on the computer.  
• Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again.  
• Connect the i.LINK cable because you cannot copy pictures with the USB cable.  
You cannot view still images recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” on the  
computer screen.  
• Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” in the correct direction, then push it all the way in.  
• You cannot use an i.LINK cable. Connect the camcorder and the computer using the USB  
cable.  
• Slide the POWER switch to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp on your camcorder and set [USB  
SELECT] to [  
Memory Stick] (p. 59).  
• The computer does not recognize the “Memory Stick Duo” during camcorder operations such  
as tape playback or editing. Finish any camcorder operations and then connect the camcorder  
to the computer again.  
Your computer freezes.  
• Set [VCR HDV/DV] of  
device.  
(STANDARD SET) correctly according to the connected  
• During the Easy Handycam operation, set the menu after canceling the Easy Handycam  
operation (p. 24).  
• Disconnect the cable from your computer and camcorder. Reboot your computer, and  
connect your computer and camcorder following the steps in the correct order (p. 82).  
[Removable Disk] does not appear on the computer screen.  
• Slide the POWER switch to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp, then set [USB SELECT] to [  
Memory Stick] (p. 59).  
• Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder.  
• Disconnect the USB device other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the  
(USB) jack on the computer.  
• The computer does not recognize the “Memory Stick Duo” during camcorder operations such  
as tape playback or editing. Finish camcorder operations and then connect the camcorder to  
the computer again.  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
You cannot copy images to the Windows computer.  
• Display pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” with the following procedures.  
1 Double-click [My Computer].  
2 Double-click the icon for the newly recognized drive [Removable Disk]. It may take some  
time until the drive is recognized.  
3 Double-click the desired image file.  
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Warning indicators and messages  
Self-diagnosis display/Warning  
indicators  
101-1001(Warning indicator  
pertaining to files)  
• The file is damaged.  
If indicators appear on the LCD screen or in  
the viewfinder, check the following.  
Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If  
the problem persists even after you have  
tried a couple of times, contact your Sony  
dealer or local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
• The file is unreadable (p. 110).  
E (Battery level 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.  
C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis  
display)  
C:04:ss  
• The battery pack is not an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. Use an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 112).  
• Connect the DC plug of the AC  
Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your  
camcorder securely (p. 11).  
% (Moisture condensation warning)*  
• Eject the cassette, remove the power  
source, and then leave it for about 1  
hour with the cassette lid open (p. 115).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
“Memory Stick Duo”)  
C:21:ss  
• A “Memory Stick Duo” is not inserted  
(p. 20).  
• Moisture condensation has occurred.  
Remove the cassette and leave your  
camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-  
insert the cassette (p. 115).  
(Warning indicators pertaining to  
“Memory Stick Duo” formatting)*  
C:22:ss  
• Clean the head using a cleaning  
cassette (optional) (p. 115).  
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is damaged.  
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is not  
formatted correctly (p. 56, 110).  
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  
(p. 115).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”)*  
• An incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”  
is inserted (p. 110).  
• Remove the power source. Reconnect it  
and operate your camcorder again.  
• Change the cassette. Press RESET  
(p. 31), and operate your camcorder  
again.  
E:61:ss / E:62:ss / E:91:ss  
• Contact your Sony dealer or local  
authorized Sony service facility. Inform  
them of the 5-digit code, which starts  
from “E.”  
Continued ,  
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Warning indicators and messages (Continued)  
Q (Warning indicators pertaining to  
the tape)  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
camera-shake warning)  
• The amount of lights is not sufficient,  
so camera-shake easily occurs. Use the  
flash.  
• 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.  
Slow flashing:  
• There is less than 5 minutes remaining  
on the tape.  
• No cassette is inserted.*  
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is  
set to lock (p. 108).*  
Fast flashing:  
• The tape has run out.*  
* You hear a melody when the warning indicators  
appear on the screen (p. 65).  
Z (Eject cassette warning)*  
Slow flashing:  
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is  
set to lock (p. 108).  
Description of warning  
messages  
Fast flashing:  
If messages appear on the screen, follow the  
instructions.  
• Moisture condensation has occurred  
(p. 115).  
• When  
turned into  
to display the message again.  
is displayed, the message can be  
by touching . Touch  
• The self-diagnosis display code is  
displayed (p. 103).  
- (Warning indicator pertaining to  
image deletion)*  
x Battery/Power  
• The image is protected (p. 77).  
Use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
(p. 112)  
- (Warning indicator pertaining  
to the write-protect of the “Memory  
Stick Duo”)*  
Use new AC adapter or reinsert.  
(p. 14)  
• The write-protect tab on the “Memory  
Stick Duo” is set to lock (p. 110).  
Battery level is low.  
• Change the battery (p. 11, 112).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
the flash)  
Old battery. Use a new one. (p. 112)  
Slow flashing:  
• Still charging  
Z Re-attach the power source. (p. 11)  
Fast flashing:  
• The self-diagnosis display code is  
displayed (p. 103).*  
• There is something wrong with the  
flash.  
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x Moisture condensation  
This Memory Stick is not  
formatted correctly.  
%Z Moisture condensation. Eject  
the cassette (p. 115)  
• Check the format, then format the  
“Memory Stick Duo” as necessary  
(p. 56, 110).  
% Moisture condensation. Turn off  
for 1H. (p. 115)  
Cannot record. The Memory Stick is  
full.  
x Cassette/Tape  
• Delete unnecessary images (p. 76).  
Q Insert a cassette. (p. 20)  
- The Memory Stick is locked.  
Check the tab. (p. 110)  
Z Reinsert the cassette. (p. 20)  
• Check if the cassette is damaged.  
Cannot playback. Reinsert the  
Memory Stick. (p. 20)  
QZ The tape is locked - check the  
tab. (p. 108)  
Cannot record. Reinsert the Memory  
Stick. (p. 20)  
Q The tape has reached the end.  
(p. 20, 27)  
No file.  
• Rewind or change the tape.  
• No file is recorded or there is no  
readable file on the “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
x “Memory Stick Duo”  
Memory Stick folders are full.  
Insert a Memory Stick. (p. 20)  
• You cannot create folders exceeding  
999MSDCF. You cannot delete created  
folders using your camcorder.  
• You will have to format the “Memory  
Stick Duo” (p. 56), or delete them using  
your computer.  
Reinsert the Memory Stick.  
(p. 20, 110)  
• Reinsert the “Memory Stick Duo” a  
few times. If even then the indicator  
flashes, the “Memory Stick Duo” might  
be damaged. Try with another  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
Cannot record still images on  
Memory Stick. (p. 110)  
This is a read-only Memory Stick.  
x Dual Rec  
• Insert a writable “Memory Stick Duo.”  
No more still pictures during movie  
recording.  
Incompatible type of Memory  
Stick.  
• You pressed PHOTO after taking the  
maximum storable still images (up to 3  
images can be stored) (p. 28).  
• A type of “Memory Stick Duo”  
incompatible with your camcorder is  
inserted (p. 110).  
Continued ,  
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Warning indicators and messages (Continued)  
x Lens cover  
Cannot save still picture.  
• Do not eject “Memory Stick Duo”  
while still images are being stored onto  
it (p. 28).  
Lens cover not fully open. Turn  
power off then on. (p. 15)  
Lens cover is not closed. Turn the  
power off once. (p. 15)  
x PictBridge compliant printer  
Check the connected device.  
x Others  
• Switch off the printer and switch it on  
again, then disconnect the USB cable  
and reconnect it.  
Cannot record due to copyright  
protection. (p. 108)  
Connect the camcorder to a  
PictBridge compatible printer.  
Change to correct tape format.  
• Switch off the printer and switch it on  
again, then disconnect the USB cable  
and reconnect it.  
• The pictures cannot be played back  
because of an incompatible format.  
No output image in “VCR HDV/DV”.  
Change format.  
Error. Cancel the task.  
• Check the printer.  
• Stop playback or signal input, or  
change the [VCR HDV/DV] setting  
(p. 61).  
Cannot print. Check the printer.  
• Switch off the printer and switch it on  
again, then disconnect the USB cable  
and reconnect it.  
x
Dirty video head. Use a  
cleaning cassette. (p. 115)  
x Flash  
Cannot start Easy Handycam. (p. 88)  
Charging… Cannot record still  
images.  
Cannot cancel Easy Handycam.  
(p. 88)  
• You are trying to record a still image  
while charging the flash (optional).  
For audio, connect red and white  
plug on AV cable. (p. 38)  
Lens accessory attached. Cannot  
use flash. (p. 29)  
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Additional Information  
Using your camcorder abroad  
Power supply  
Viewing DV format pictures recorded  
in DV format  
You need a TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO  
input jack. A connecting cable is also  
needed.  
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.  
On TV color systems  
Simple setting of the clock by time  
difference  
You can easily set the clock to local time  
abroad by the time difference you are in.  
Your camcorder is PAL system, so its  
picture can only be viewed on a PAL  
system TV with an AUDIO/VIDEO input  
jack.  
Select [WORLD TIME] in the  
LANGU.) menu, then set the time  
difference (p. 66).  
(TIME/  
System  
Used in  
PAL  
Australia, Austria, Belgium,  
China, Czech Republic,  
Denmark, Finland, Germany,  
Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary,  
Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia,  
New Zealand, Norway, Poland,  
Portugal, Singapore,  
Slovak Republic, Spain,  
Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand,  
United Kingdom, etc.  
PAL - M Brazil  
PAL - N Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay.  
SECAM Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran,  
Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine,  
etc.  
NTSC  
Bahama Islands, Bolivia,  
Canada, Central America, Chile,  
Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana,  
Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico,  
Peru, Surinam, Taiwan,  
the Philippines, the U.S.A.,  
Venezuela, etc.  
Viewing HDV format pictures recorded  
in HDV format  
You need an HDV1080i compatible TV (or  
monitor) with a component jack and  
AUDIO/VIDEO input jack. A component  
video cable and A/V connecting cable are  
also needed.  
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Usable cassette tapes  
Your camcorder is capable of recording in  
both HDV and DV formats.  
You can use mini DV format cassettes only.  
Copyright signal  
x When you play back  
If the cassette you play back on your  
camcorder contains copyright signals, you  
cannot copy it to a tape in another video  
camera connected to your camcorder.  
Use a cassette with the  
Your camcorder is not compatible with  
cassettes with Cassette Memory.  
mark.  
What is the HDV format?  
x When you record  
The HDV format is a video format  
developed to record and play back digital  
high definition (HD) video signals on a DV  
cassette.  
You cannot record software on your  
camcorder that contains copyright control  
signals for copyright protection of software.  
[Cannot record due to copyright  
Your camcorder adopts the Interlace mode  
with 1,080 effective scan lines of screen  
ruling (1080i, number of pixels 1,440 ×  
1,080 dots).  
The video bit rate for recording is about 25  
Mbps.  
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.  
i.LINK is adopted for the digital interface,  
enabling a digital connection with an HDV  
compatible TV or computer.  
• HDV signals are compressed in MPEG2 format,  
which is adopted in BS (broadcast satellite)  
digital, terrestrial digital HDTV broadcastings,  
in Blu-ray Disc recorders, etc.  
Notes on use  
x When not using your camcorder for a  
long time  
Remove the cassette and store it.  
x To prevent accidental erasure  
Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to  
set it to SAVE.  
Playback  
• Your camcorder can play back pictures in both  
the DV format and HDV1080i specification.  
• Your camcorder can play back pictures recorded  
in the HDV 720/30p format, but cannot output it  
from the HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK).  
REC: The cassette can be  
REC  
SAVE  
recorded.  
SAVE: The cassette cannot be  
recorded (write-protected).  
To prevent a blank section from being  
created on the tape  
Go to the end of the recorded section using  
END SEARCH (p. 35) before you begin the  
next recording when you have played back  
the tape.  
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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.  
On Sony HDV1080i compliant TVs  
An HDV format compatible TV with the  
component input jack is required to view  
playback pictures recorded in the HDV  
format. See the table below for the main  
2005/2006 models.  
Do not put a label  
along this border.  
Sony HDV1080i compatible TV models  
KLV-S19A10U, KLV-S19A10E,  
KDL-S23A12U, KDL-S23A11E,  
KLV-S23A10E, KDL-S26A12U,  
KDL-S26A11E, KLV-S26A10E,  
KDL-S32A12U, KDL-S32A11E,  
KLV-S32A10E, KDL-S40A12U,  
KDL-S40A11E, KLV-S40A10E,  
KDL-V26A12U, KDL-V26A11E,  
KLV-V26A10E, KDL-V32A12U,  
KDL-V32A11E, KLV-V32A10E,  
KDL-V40A12U, KDL-V40A11E,  
KLV-V40A10E, KDL-W40A12U,  
KDL-W40A11E, KLV-W40A10E,  
KDE-V42A12U, KE-V42A10E,  
KDE-W50A12U, KDE-W50A11E,  
KE-W50A10E, KV-DB29M91,  
KV-DB29M98, KDF-E50A11E,  
KDF-E42A11E, KDF-E50A12U,  
KDF-E42A12U, KLV-V40A10,  
KLV-V32A10, KLV-V26A10, KLV-S40A10,  
KLV-S32A10, KLV-S26A10, KLV-S23A10,  
KDE-W50A10, KV-DA29M54,  
KV-DA34M54, KV-DA322M64,  
KV-DA322M66, KV-DB29M81,  
KV-DB29M61, KV-DB29M90,  
KV-DB29M60, KV-DB29M80,  
KV-DB29M50, KV-DB29M30,  
KV-DB34M81, KV-DB34M61,  
KV-DC29M80, KV-DC34M80, KP-FR43M91,  
KP-FR43M31, KP-FR43M90, KP-FR53M96,  
KP-FR53M94, KS-R60A10, KS-R50A10,  
KF-E50A10, KF-E42A10, etc.  
Labeling position  
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.  
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.  
Gold-plated connector  
As of 1st of February, 2006 (including  
models on sale in the near future)  
• Some models are not available, depending on  
the country or region.  
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About the “Memory Stick”  
• Data read/write speed may vary depending on  
the combination of the “Memory Stick” and  
“Memory Stick” compliant product you use.  
A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable  
IC recording medium with a data capacity  
that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk.  
You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo,”  
which is about the half size of a standard  
“Memory Stick” in your camcorder.  
On a “Memory Stick Duo” with a  
write-protect tab  
However, appearance on the list below does  
not guarantee the operation of all types of  
“Memory Stick Duo” in your camcorder.  
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.  
Recording/  
Types of “Memory Stick”  
Playback  
Notes on use  
“Memory Stick”  
Damaged or lost image data will not be  
compensated for, and may occur in the  
following cases:  
(without MagicGate)  
1
“Memory Stick Duo”*  
(without MagicGate)  
a
• 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).  
“MagicGate Memory Stick”  
1
2
3
“Memory Stick Duo”*  
a* *  
(with MagicGate)  
3
“MagicGate Memory Stick  
a*  
1
Duo” *  
• If you use the “Memory Stick Duo” near  
magnets or magnetic fields.  
“Memory Stick PRO”  
1
2
3
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” *  
a* *  
It is recommended you make a back-up of  
important data on the hard disk of a  
computer.  
*1 A “Memory Stick Duo” is about half the size of  
a standard “Memory Stick.”  
*2 The types of “Memory Stick” that support high  
speed data transfer. The speed of data transfer  
varies depending on the device to be used.  
3
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.  
• Do not touch, or allow metallic objects to come  
into contact with the terminals.  
• Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory  
Stick Duo.”  
• Do not let the “Memory Stick Duo” get wet.  
*
“MagicGate” is a copyright protection  
technology that records and transfers the  
contents in an encrypted format. Note that data  
that uses “MagicGate” technology cannot be  
recorded or played on your camcorder.  
• 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.  
– DSC00001.JPG: This file name appears on  
the display of a computer.  
• A “Memory Stick Duo” formatted by a  
computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have  
guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder.  
• Be careful to keep “Memory Stick Duo” media  
out of the reach of small children. There is  
danger that a child might swallow it.  
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• Do not insert anything other than a “Memory  
Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot.  
Doing so may cause a malfunction.  
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-  
TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that do not  
conform to the universal standard. (These  
models are not sold in some regions.)  
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.  
• Places under direct sunlight.  
• Places with extremely high humidity or subject  
to corrosive gases.  
• If you cannot use a “Memory Stick Duo” that  
has been used with another device, format it  
with your camcorder (p. 56). Note that  
formatting erases all information on the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
• You may not be able to play back images with  
your camcorder:  
– When playing back image data modified on  
your computer.  
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.  
• 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  
– When playing back image data recorded with  
other devices.  
malfunction. Also, if you force the “Memory  
Stick Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo adaptor  
in the wrong direction, it may be damaged.  
• Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo adaptor  
without a “Memory Stick Duo” attached. Doing  
so may result in malfunctions of the unit.  
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 2 GB.  
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About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
• Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent  
This unit is compatible with an  
playback, fast forward or rewind operation  
wears out the battery pack faster.  
We recommend using a large capacity battery  
pack: NP-FP71/FP90.  
• 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.  
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The  
battery pack is not water resistant.  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series).  
Your camcorder operates only with an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.  
“InfoLITHIUM” P series battery packs  
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.  
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
calculates the power consumption  
according to the operating conditions of  
your camcorder, and displays the remaining  
battery time in minutes.  
About the remaining battery time  
indicator  
• When the power goes off even though the  
remaining battery time indicator indicates that  
the battery pack has enough power to operate,  
charge the battery pack fully again. 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.  
With an AC Adaptor/charger, the remaining  
battery time and charging time appear.  
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.  
• 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.  
• After 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  
(p. 66).  
– Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-FP71/  
FP90 (optional).  
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About i.LINK  
The HDV/DV Interface on this unit is an  
i.LINK-compliant Interface. This section  
describes the i.LINK standard and its  
features.  
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.  
What is i.LINK?  
• Each battery’s life is governed by storage,  
operating and environmental conditions.  
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.  
• Normally, only one device can be connected to  
this unit with an i.LINK cable. When  
connecting this unit to an HDV/DV compatible  
device having two or more HDV/DV  
Interfaces, refer to the operating instructions of  
the device to be connected.  
• i.LINK is a more familiar term for the IEEE  
1394 data transport bus proposed by Sony, and  
is a trademark approved by many corporations.  
• IEEE 1394 is an international standard  
standardized by the Institute of Electrical and  
Electronics Engineers.  
About the i.LINK Baud rate  
i.LINK’s maximum baud rate varies  
according to the device. There are 3 types.  
S100 (approx. 100Mbps*)  
S200 (approx. 200Mbps)  
S400 (approx. 400Mbps)  
The baud rate is listed under  
“Specifications” in the operating  
instructions of each piece of equipment. It  
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About i.LINK (Continued)  
Maintenance and  
precautions  
On use and care  
• Do not use or store the camcorder and  
accessories in the following locations.  
– Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never leave  
them exposed to temperatures above 60 °C  
(140 °F), such as under direct sunlight, near  
heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They  
may malfunction or become deformed.  
– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical  
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.  
– Near strong radio waves or radiation. The  
camcorder may not be able to record properly.  
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.  
– 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.  
To use i.LINK functions on this unit  
For details on how to dub when this unit is  
connected to other video devices having an  
i.LINK Interface, see page 70.  
This unit can also be connected to other  
i.LINK-compatible devices made by Sony  
(e.g. a VAIO series personal computer) as  
well as to video devices.  
– 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.  
Some i.LINK compatible video devices,  
such as Digital Televisions, DVD,  
– Anywhere very humid.  
• Operate your camcorder on DC 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  
wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this  
malfunction cannot be repaired.  
• If any solid object or liquid gets inside the  
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it  
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it  
any further.  
MICROMV or HDV recorders/players are  
not compatible with this unit. Before  
connecting to other devices, be sure to  
confirm whether the device is compatible  
with an HDV/DV device or not. For details  
on precautions and compatible application  
software, refer also to the operating  
instructions for the device to be connected.  
About the required i.LINK cable  
Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable  
(during HDV/DV dubbing).  
• 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.  
• When disconnecting the mains lead, pull it by  
the plug and not the lead.  
• Do not damage the mains lead such as by  
placing anything heavy on it.  
• Keep metal contacts clean.  
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• Keep the Remote Commander and button-type  
battery out of children’s reach. If the battery is  
accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor  
immediately.  
• If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked,  
– consult your local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
– wash off any liquid that may have contacted  
your skin.  
– if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with  
plenty of water and consult a doctor.  
malfunction. Do not close the cassette lid  
until the cassette is ejected.  
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.  
• When you bring your camcorder from a ski  
slope into a place warmed up by a heating  
device.  
• When you bring your camcorder from an air  
conditioned car or room into a hot place outside.  
• When you use your camcorder after a squall or a  
shower.  
x When not using your camcorder for a  
long time  
• Periodically turn on the camcorder and play a  
cassette for about 3 minutes.  
• Use up the battery pack completely before  
storing it.  
• When you use your camcorder in a hot and  
humid place.  
Moisture condensation  
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).  
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.]  
appears. The indicator will not appear when  
the moisture condenses on the lens.  
Video head  
If you play back a tape recorded in HDV  
format, the image and sound may freeze for  
a while (about 0.5 seconds).  
This occurs if the HDV signals cannot be  
recorded or played back correctly because  
of dirt on the tape or video head. Depending  
on the cassette, this fairly infrequently  
occurs even if the cassette is brand new or  
is not used a lot.  
If this freezing point is created while  
playing back, you can solve this problem  
and see the pictures by rewinding after  
slightly forwarding. Such a freezing point  
cannot be recovered if it was created while  
recording.  
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  
To prevent such a problem, use the Sony  
mini DV cassette.  
• If the following problem occurs, clean the video  
heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM-  
12CLD cleaning cassette (optional).  
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  
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Maintenance and precautions (Continued)  
– Playback pictures do not move.  
– Playback pictures do not appear.  
– The sound breaks off.  
x To clean the LCD screen  
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen  
dirty, it is recommended you use a soft  
cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD  
Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the  
cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen.  
Use cleaning paper moistened with the  
liquid.  
– [x  
Dirty video head. Use a cleaning  
cassette.] appears on the screen during  
recording.  
– The following phenomenon occurs in HDV  
format.  
x On adjustment of the LCD screen  
(CALIBRATION)  
The buttons on the touch panel may not  
work correctly. If this happens, follow the  
procedure below. It is recommended you  
connect your camcorder to the wall socket  
using the supplied AC Adaptor during the  
operation.  
The playback The playback screen  
screen pauses. goes blank.  
(Solid blue screen)  
– The following phenomenon occurs in DV  
format.  
1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the  
PLAY/EDIT lamp.  
2 Disconnect cables other than that of the AC  
Adaptor from your camcorder, then eject  
the cassette and “Memory Stick Duo” from  
your camcorder.  
Block-noise  
appears.  
3 Touch  
t [MENU] t  
(STANDARD SET) t [CALIBRATION]  
t
.
The playback screen goes blank.  
(Solid blue screen)  
CALIBRATION  
Touch the "x"  
1/3  
• The video heads will degrade 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 out. Please  
contact your Sony dealer or local authorized  
Sony service facility to have the video heads  
replaced.  
CANCEL  
4 Touch the “×” displayed on the screen with  
the corner of the “Memory Stick Duo” or  
the like. The position of the “×” changes.  
Touch [CANCEL] to cancel.  
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.  
If you did not press the right spot, start from  
step 4 again.  
• You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is  
rotated.  
• While using your camcorder, the back of the  
LCD screen may heat up. This is not a  
malfunction.  
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camcorder operation will not be affected as  
long as you are not recording the date.  
On handling the casing  
• If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body  
with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,  
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.  
• 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.  
– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or  
vinyl objects for a long period of time.  
x Procedures  
Connect your camcorder to a wall socket  
using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it  
with the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG)  
for more than 24 hours.  
To change the battery of the Remote  
Commander  
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.  
3 Insert the battery case back into the Remote  
Commander until it clicks.  
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.  
Tab  
• 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.  
WARNING  
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not  
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.  
• 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.  
On charging the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery  
Your camcorder has a pre-installed  
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 socket via the AC Adaptor or  
while the battery pack is inserted. The  
rechargeable battery will be fully  
discharged in about 3 months if you do  
not use your camcorder at all without the  
AC Adaptor connected or the battery pack  
attached. Use your camcorder after  
charging the pre-installed rechargeable  
battery.  
However, even if the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery is not charged, the  
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Maintenance and precautions (Continued)  
To remove dust from inside the  
viewfinder  
2
Remove the finder lens block.  
1
Remove the eyecup.  
1
1
2
1
1 Remove the 2 screws on the lower left  
and right sides of the finder lens block  
using a screwdriver.  
2 Slide the finder lens block in the  
direction of the arrow to remove it.  
1
3
Remove dust from the finder lens  
block with a camera lens blower,  
etc.  
2
• The finder lens block is a precision part.  
You cannot disassemble it further.  
• Do not touch the window or lens of the  
finder lens block.  
1 Remove the 2 screws beneath and on  
the right side of the finder using a  
screwdriver.  
2 Slide the eyecup in the direction of the  
arrow to remove it.  
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Specifications  
System  
4
Remove dust from the inside area  
where the finder lens block was  
attached with a camera blower.  
Video recording system (HDV)  
2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system  
Video recording system (DV)  
2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system  
Still image recording system  
1
Exif Ver. 2.2*  
Audio recording system (HDV)  
Rotary heads, MPEG-1 Audio Layer -2,  
Quantization: 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz,  
stereo)  
transfer rate: 384 kbps  
Audio recording system (DV)  
Rotary heads, PCM system  
Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo  
1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo)  
Video signal  
PAL color, CCIR standards  
1080/50i specification  
• You cannot disassemble your camcorder  
further because it is a precision component.  
Usable cassette  
Mini DV cassette with the  
printed  
Tape speed (HDV)  
mark  
5
Reassemble by following steps 1  
to 4 in reverse.  
Approx. 18.81 mm/s  
Tape speed (DV)  
SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s  
LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s  
Recording/playback time (HDV)  
60 min (using a DVM60 cassette)  
Recording/playback time (DV)  
x Caution  
Do not remove any other screws. Remove  
only the screws that attach the finder lens  
block to the eyecup.  
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  
Electric viewfinder (color)  
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Specifications (Continued)  
Image device  
Output connectors  
5.9 mm (1/3 type) CMOS sensor  
Gross: Approx. 2 103 000 pixels  
Effective (movie, 4:3):  
1 076 000 pixels  
Effective (movie, 16:9):  
1 434 000 pixels  
Effective (still, 4:3):  
1 991 000 pixels  
Effective (still, 16:9):  
1 493 000 pixels  
Audio/Video output  
10-pin connector  
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms),  
unbalanced  
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω  
(ohms), unbalanced  
Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω  
(ohms), unbalanced  
Audio signal: 327 mV (at load  
impedance 47 k(kilohms)), Output  
impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ  
(kilohms)  
Lens  
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T  
10 × (Optical), 20 ×, 80 × (Digital)  
Focal length  
COMPONENT OUT jack  
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75(ohms), unbalanced PB/  
PR, CB/CR: +/- 350 mVp-p  
HDMI OUT jack  
f=5.1 ~ 51 mm (7/32 ~ 2 1/8 in.)  
When converted to a 35 mm still  
camera  
TypeA (19-pin)  
2
In CAMERA-TAPE * : 41.3 ~ 485 mm  
(1 11/16 ~ 19 1/8 in.) (16:9), 50.5 ~ 594  
mm (2 ~ 23 1/2 in.) (4:3)  
In CAMERA-MEMORY: 37 ~ 370 mm  
(1 1/2 ~ 14 5/8 in.) (4:3), 40.4 ~ 404  
mm (1 5/8 ~ 16 in.) (16:9)  
F1.8 ~ 2.9  
Input/Output connectors  
LANC jack  
Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm)  
USB jack  
mini-B  
HDV/DV jack  
i.LINK Interface (IEEE 1394, 4-pin  
connector S100)  
Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in.)  
Color temperature  
[AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR]  
(3 200 K),  
[OUTDOOR] (5 800 K)  
LCD screen  
Picture  
6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9)  
Total dot number  
211 200 (960 × 220)  
Minimum illumination  
5 1x (lux) (F 1.8)  
0 lx (lux) (during NightShot function)  
1
* “Exif” is a file format for still images,  
established by the JEITA (Japan  
Electronics andInformationTechnology  
Industries Association). Files in this  
format can have additional information  
such as your camcorder’s setting  
information at the time of recording.  
* The focal length figures are actual  
2
figures resulting from wide angle pixel  
read-out.  
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Dimensions (approx.)  
General  
48 × 29 × 81 mm (1 15/16 × 1 3/16 ×  
3 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) excluding the  
projecting parts  
Power requirements  
DC 7.2 V (battery pack)  
DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)  
Average power consumption  
During camera recording using the  
viewfinder with normal brightness:  
HDV recording 3.9 W  
Mass (approx.)  
170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the mains lead  
* See the label on the AC Adaptor for other  
specifications.  
DV recording 3.8 W  
Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FP60)  
Maximum output voltage  
DC 8.4 V  
During camera recording using the  
LCD with normal brightness:  
HDV recording 4.2 W  
Output voltage  
DV recording 4.1 W  
DC 7.2 V  
Capacity  
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.)  
7.2 Wh (1 000 mAh)  
Dimensions (approx.)  
31.8 × 33.3 × 45.0 mm  
(1 5/16 × 1 5/16 × 1 13/16 in.) (w/h/d)  
Mass (approx.)  
82 × 78 × 139 mm  
(3 1/4 × 3 1/8 × 5 1/2 in.) (w/h/d)  
excluding the projecting parts  
Mass (approx.)  
80 g (2.9 oz)  
Operating temperature  
0 °C to + 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)  
Type  
500 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only  
600 g (1 lb 5 oz) including the NP-FP60  
rechargeable battery pack and DVM60  
cassette.  
Lithium ion  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Supplied accessories  
See page 10.  
AC Adaptor AC-L200  
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)  
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Specifications (Continued)  
On trademarks  
Notes on the License  
• “Handycam” and  
are  
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
• “Memory Stick,” “  
Duo,” “  
PRO Duo,” “  
“MagicGate,” “  
“MagicGate Memory Stick” and “MagicGate  
Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks of Sony  
Corporation.  
• “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony  
Corporation.  
ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN  
CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY  
MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE  
MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING  
VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED  
MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED  
WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE  
PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT  
PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS  
,” “Memory Stick  
,” “Memory Stick  
,”  
,”  
AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250  
STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER,  
COLORADO 80206.  
• 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 trademarks of Apple  
Computer, Inc in the U.S. and other countries.  
• HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony  
Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Ltd.  
• HDMI,  
, and High-Definition  
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing  
Interface LLC.  
• Pentium is a trademark or registered trademark  
of Intel Corporation.  
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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Quick Reference  
Identifying parts and controls  
The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.  
1
9
0
2
3
4
5
qa  
qs  
6
7
qd  
8
qf  
A Power zoom lever (28)  
B PHOTO button (26)  
C POWER switch (15)  
D Viewfinder (16)  
E Eyecup (118)  
F Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (16)  
G Battery pack/battery terminal cover (11)  
H START/STOP button (26)  
I Active Interface Shoe  
(79)  
J
OPEN/EJECT lever (20)  
K CAMERA-TAPE, CAMERA-  
MEMORY, PLAY/EDIT mode lamps  
(15)  
L CHG (charge) lamp (11)  
M RESET button (31)  
N
(flash) button (29)  
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Identifying parts and controls (Continued)  
1
2
3
6
7
8
9
0
qa  
4
5
qdqf qgqh  
qs  
A CAM CTRL dial (29)  
B MANUAL button (29)  
C NIGHTSHOT switch (29)  
D Zoom buttons (28)  
E START/STOP button (26)  
F BACK LIGHT button (29)  
G DISP/BATT INFO button (30)  
H EASY button (22)  
I COMPONENT OUT jack (79)  
J A/V OUT jack (79)  
K DC IN jack (79)  
L LCD screen/touch panel (3, 17)  
M Speaker (31)  
N
(USB) jack (79)  
O Access lamp (20, 110)  
P “Memory Stick Duo” slot (20)  
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1
2
5
6
7
8
3
4
9
0
qs  
qd  
qa  
A Flash  
B Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (4)  
C Microphone (31)  
D Camera recording lamp (31)  
E
F
LANC jack (79)  
HDV/DV Interface (i.LINK) (79)  
G HDMI OUT jack (79)  
H Remote sensor (31)  
I Cassette compartment lid (20)  
J Hooks for the Shoulder belt  
K BATT (battery release) lever (12)  
L Grip belt (15)  
M Tripod receptacle (30)  
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Index  
DIGITAL ZOOM...........53, 94  
Numeric  
C
DISP GUIDE  
(Display guide).....................17  
1080i/576i.............................63  
12BIT....................................62  
16BIT....................................62  
21-pin adaptor.......................42  
576i.......................................63  
CALIBRATION ................ 116  
CAM CTRL dial .................. 68  
CAMERA COLOR.............. 50  
CAMERA DATA ................ 65  
CAMERA SET menu .......... 48  
Cassette ........................ 20, 108  
Insert/Eject.................... 20  
DISP OUTPUT ....................65  
Display indicators.................32  
DISP/BATT INFO button  
........................................16, 30  
Down convert function...........8  
Dual Rec...............................28  
Dubbing................................70  
DV format ............................61  
DV SET................................62  
A
AC Adaptor ..........................11  
Access lamp..........................21  
Active Interface Shoe ...........79  
Cassette compartment.......... 20  
Charging the battery............. 11  
Battery pack.................. 11  
Adjusting exposure for back  
light.................................29, 93  
Pre-installed rechargeable  
battery......................... 117  
D.EFFECT  
(Digital effect)................57, 99  
AE SHIFT.......................50, 98  
ALL ERASE.........................55  
AUDIO MIX ........................62  
AUDIO MODE ....................62  
AUTO SHUTTER................50  
Charging time ...................... 13  
CHG (charge) lamp.............. 11  
E
CINEMA EFECT  
(Cinematic effect) ................ 58  
EASY button ........................22  
Easy Handycam..............22, 45  
EDIT/PLAY menu ...............60  
Click to DVD....................... 85  
CLOCK SET........................ 19  
A.SHUT OFF  
(Auto shut off)......................66  
COLOR SLOW S  
(Color Slow Shutter)...... 52, 98  
END SEARCH/Rec review  
display switch button............32  
A/V connecting cable .....39, 70  
A/V OUT jack ................39, 79  
COMPONENT..................... 63  
ERASE  
COMPONENT OUT jack  
....................................... 39, 79  
ALL ERASE .................55  
Pictures..........................76  
EXPOSURE ...................49, 98  
Eyecup................................118  
B
Component video cable ....... 39  
Compression format........... 110  
Connect  
BACK LIGHT................29, 93  
BATT (battery release) lever  
..............................................12  
Computer ...................... 80  
TV................................. 38  
CONV.LENS....................... 53  
Battery  
F
BATT INFO  
(Battery info).................30  
FADER...........................57, 99  
FILE NO. (File number).......56  
FINE.....................................54  
Fireworks..............................48  
Flash button....................29, 93  
FLASH LEVEL..............51, 93  
FLASH SET.........................51  
FLASH (Flash motion).........58  
FOCUS...........................50, 93  
Battery pack ..................11  
Remaining battery .........30  
D
BEACH&SKI.......................48  
BEEP ....................................65  
BLACK FADER ..................57  
BURN DVD .........................85  
DATA CODE ................ 19, 64  
Date search........................... 37  
DATE/TIME............ 19, 32, 65  
DC IN jack........................... 11  
DC plug................................ 11  
Delete pictures ..................... 76  
DEMO MODE............... 60, 88  
DIAL SET............................ 53  
Button-type lithium battery  
............................................117  
B&W ....................................58  
126  
 
Folder  
NEW FOLDER .............56  
INT.REC-STL  
(Interval photo recording) .... 59  
“Memory Stick Duo”............20  
FORMAT ......................56  
Insert/Eject ....................20  
i.LINK................................ 113  
i.LINK cable....... 40, 73, 83, 85  
i.LINK CONV................ 38, 64  
PB FOLDER  
(Playback folder)...........56  
Number of recordable  
pictures ..........................54  
REC FOLDER  
(Recording folder).........56  
Write-protect tab .........110  
FORMAT......................56, 110  
Frame-by-frame Playback ....60  
Full charge ............................12  
J
Memory Stick Duo adaptor  
............................................111  
Jack....................................... 79  
Jack cover............................. 79  
JPEG................................... 110  
“Memory Stick Duo” slot.....21  
Menu.....................................44  
EDIT/PLAY menu ........60  
MEMORY SET menu...54  
Menu items....................46  
Personal Menu.........44, 67  
PICT.APPLI. menu .......57  
G
Grip belt................................15  
L
GUIDEFRAME....................64  
Label................................... 109  
LANC jack ........................... 79  
LANDSCAPE ...................... 48  
LANGUAGE ....................... 66  
LCD backlight................ 16, 90  
H
HD (high definition) image  
quality ...................................38  
STANDARD SET menu  
.......................................61  
HDMI cable ..........................39  
HDMI OUT jack.............39, 79  
HDV format..........................61  
HDV1080i ........................8, 62  
HDV/DV Interface..........39, 79  
HISTOGRAM ................52, 99  
Holding the camcorder .........15  
LCD BL LEVEL  
(LCD back light level) ......... 63  
TIME/LANGU. menu...66  
Using the menu .............44  
LCD BRIGHT...................... 63  
LCD COLOR ....................... 63  
LCD PANEL........................ 65  
LCD panel............................ 16  
LCD BL LEVEL........... 63  
Mirror mode..........................30  
Moisture condensation........115  
MONOTONE .......................57  
MOSAIC...............................59  
MOSAIC FADER ................57  
MULTI-SOUND ..................63  
LCD BRIGHT............... 63  
I
LCD COLOR................ 63  
Icon .......See Display indicators  
Image delete button...............33  
Image protection...................77  
LCD screen .......................... 16  
LCD/VF SET ....................... 63  
Lens cover...................... 15, 26  
Lid ........................................ 20  
LP (Long Play)..................... 62  
N
Image quality  
(QUALITY)..........................54  
NEG.ART.............................58  
NEW FOLDER ....................56  
NightShot..............................29  
NIGHTSHOT switch............29  
Image size  
(IMAGE SIZE).....................54  
M
Index screen..........................27  
NS LIGHT  
(NightShot Light) .................52  
Macintosh............................. 80  
Main sound........................... 63  
Mains lead............................ 11  
Maintenance....................... 114  
MANUAL button................. 68  
MEMORY SET menu.......... 54  
Memory Stick....................... 60  
“Memory Stick” ................. 110  
Index screen display button  
..............................................33  
NTSC..................................107  
Indicators ..............................34  
INDOOR...............................49  
Number of recordable pictures  
..............................................54  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
............................................112  
O
Initialize (Reset)....................31  
Insulation sheet.....................36  
Internal microphone..............31  
OLD MOVIE........................58  
ONE PUSH...........................49  
Continued ,  
127  
Index (Continued)  
OPEN/EJECT lever..............20  
Shoulder belt ........................30  
SKINTONE..........................58  
Skip Scan..............................27  
SLIDE SHOW......................57  
Slow Playback......................60  
Q
Operation confirmation beep  
................................. See BEEP  
QUALITY............................ 54  
QUICK REC........................ 66  
OUTDOOR ..........................49  
R
P
SLOW SHUTTR  
(Slow shutter).......................58  
REC CTRL  
PAL ..............................96, 107  
(Recording control).............. 74  
PASTEL ...............................59  
SMTH SLW REC.................59  
SOLARIZE...........................58  
Speaker.................................31  
Specifications .....................119  
SPOT FOCUS ................50, 98  
REC FOLDER  
(Recording folder)................ 56  
PB FOLDER  
(Playback folder) ..................56  
PB zoom ...............................30  
Personal Menu................44, 67  
Add................................67  
Arrange the order ..........68  
Customize......................67  
Delete ............................67  
Reset..............................68  
Use.................................44  
Personal Menu button...........32  
PHOTO button .........23, 26, 36  
PictBridge.............................77  
PictBridge PRINT ................77  
Picture Search.......................27  
REC LAMP  
(Recording lamp) ................. 65  
REC lamp  
(Recording lamp) ................. 31  
SPOT METER  
(Flexible spot meter) ......48, 98  
REC MODE  
(Recording mode) ................ 62  
SPOTLIGHT........................48  
STANDARD ........................54  
STANDARD SET menu ......61  
START/STOP button .....22, 26  
STEADYSHOT..............53, 93  
STEREO...............................63  
STILL...................................58  
Still image  
Rec review ........................... 35  
Recording............................. 26  
Recording capacity .............. 32  
Recording time..................... 13  
REDEYE REDUC ............... 51  
REMAINING....................... 65  
Remaining battery................ 32  
Remote Commander ............ 36  
PICT.APPLI. menu (Picture  
Application menu)................57  
REMOTE CTRL  
(Remote control).................. 65  
Image size .....................54  
Quality...........................54  
Still image format .......110  
STILL SET...........................54  
Sub sound .............................63  
PICT.EFFECT  
(Picture effect)......................58  
Remote sensor...................... 31  
RESET button...................... 31  
Reversal Playback................ 60  
Playback ...............................27  
Frame.............................60  
Reverse..........................60  
Slow...............................60  
Playing time..........................13  
PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) ...48  
POWER switch.....................15  
S
SUPER NS  
(Super NightShot) ................51  
S VIDEO cable .............. 41, 70  
S VIDEO jack ................ 38, 70  
System requirements ............80  
SD (standard definition) image  
quality .................................. 38  
Pre-installed rechargeable  
battery.................................117  
T
Searching for the starting point  
............................................. 35  
Tape counter.........................32  
Previous/Next image button  
..............................................33  
Tape playback select button  
..............................................33  
Self-diagnosis display........ 103  
SELF-TIMER ...................... 52  
SEPIA .................................. 58  
Setting the date and time...... 19  
SHARPNESS................. 50, 98  
Print ......................................77  
Print mark.............................76  
PROGRAM AE..............48, 97  
P.MENU....See Personal Menu  
Tape......................See Cassette  
TELE MACRO ..............51, 98  
Telephoto..............................28  
Time code.............................32  
128  
TIME/LANGU. menu...........66  
Touch panel ..........................17  
Trademark...........................122  
TRAIL ..................................58  
Transmitter............................36  
Tripod ...................................30  
TV.........................................38  
TV color systems ................107  
TV TYPE..............................64  
WIDE SELECT.................... 62  
Windows .............................. 80  
WORLD TIME .................... 66  
Write-protect tab ........ 108, 110  
Z
ZEBRA................................. 52  
Zero set memory .................. 36  
ZERO SET MEMORY button  
.............................................. 36  
Zoom .................................... 28  
Zoom lever........................... 28  
U
USB jack...............................79  
USB SELECT.......................59  
Using abroad.......................107  
V
VAR.SPD PB  
(Various speed playback) .....60  
VCR HDV/DV .....................61  
VF B.LIGHT  
(Viewfinder brightness)........63  
Video control buttons ...........36  
Video head..........................115  
Video operation buttons........33  
Viewfinder............................16  
Brightness......................63  
Viewfinder lens adjustment  
lever ......................................16  
VOLUME .............................63  
Volume .................................27  
V-OUT/PANEL....................65  
W
Wall socket ...........................11  
Warning indicators..............103  
Warning messages ..............104  
WB SHIFT  
(White Balance Shift) ...........50  
WHITE BAL.  
(White balance)...............49, 98  
WHITE FADER ...................57  
Wide angle............................28  
129  

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