2-319-496-11(1) Enjoying with your camcorder 12 Getting Started 21 Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-DVD108/DVD308/ DVD608/DVD708 Recording/Playback 31 US Editing 48 Utilizing recording media 57 Customizing your camcorder 62 Using a Computer 80 Troubleshooting 85 Additional Information 98 Quick 111 Reference Spanish Quick Guide/ 122 Guía rápida en español Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Suppo
WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them. Cleaning Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Continued) Lightning Safety Check For added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.
Read this before operating your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result. For customers in the U.S.A.
Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued) Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD308 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
* Depending on the place you bought, the disc has mark. Types of “Memory Stick” you can use in your camcorder You can use “Memory Stick Duo” marked with or (p. 101). Viewfinder LCD screen “Memory Stick Duo” (This size can be used with your camcorder.) Battery “Memory Stick” (You cannot use it in your camcorder.) • 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.
Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued) viewfinder. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. operating procedures. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). About this manual Black point 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.
Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ......3 Read this before operating your camcorder .................................... 5 Subject examples and solutions 11 Enjoying with your camcorder What you can do with your camcorder .................................. 12 Choosing a disc .......................... 14 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects ......................................... 37 Recording in mirror mode ............. 37 Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) (DCR-DVD308/DVD708) .......
Table of Contents (Continued) Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU ............................ 62 Troubleshooting ......................... 85 Warning indicators and messages .................................................... 94 Using the HOME MENU ................ 62 List of the (SETTINGS) category items .............................................. 63 MOVIE SETTINGS ....................
Subject examples and solutions Shooting Flowers in close-up B PORTRAIT ...................................... 77 B FOCUS............................................ 75 B TELE MACRO ................................. 75 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen B FOCUS............................................ 75 B SPOT FOCUS.................................. 75 Getting a good shot of a ski slope or beach B BACK LIGHT ................................... 37 B BEACH................................
Enjoying with your camcorder What you can do with your camcorder Your camcorder records image data on 8cm DVD*. It is more convenient than video tape and far more versatile. Taking beautiful shots easily No rewinding to start recording (p.31, 34) Recorded images are stored in empty areas on the disc so there is no risk that valuable recordings are accidentally overwritten. Since no rewinding is necessary prior to recording, you can start shooting any time you desire.
A recorded disc can be played back on a variety of devices Playback on a DVD device or DVD drive (p.44) When finalizing the disc, you can create DVD menus to enable quick access to scenes you want to view. Playback on widescreen TV and home theater (p.42) Images recorded in widescreen format can be played back on a wide TV with complete panoramic effect. Discs are also recorded with 5.1ch surround sound to provide full sound on a home theater.
Choosing a disc Your camcorder is compatible with 8cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R and DVD+R DL. It does not support 12cm discs. Recording time Expected recordable time on one side of the disc. The recordable time varies depending on type of discs or recording mode.
Disc format features Figures in parentheses ( ) indicate page numbers.
Using your camcorder 1Preparing (See page 21 to 30.) Select the disc that best suits your needs. Do you want to delete or edit images on your camcorder? Yes No Do you want to delete images and reuse the disc? Yes No For long recording * Select the recording format and format the disc on your camcorder (p.28). z Tips • You can select the disc from [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p.58). 2Recording, playback, editing (See pages 34, 39, and 48.) What you can do with your camcorder depends on the type of disc (p.
4Viewing on another DVD device (See pages 44, 57.) Finalize DVD device / DVD recorder DVD drive Notes • The less the recording volume of the disc is, the more it takes time to finalize the disc. Enjoying with your camcorder To view a disc recorded on your camcorder on other DVD devices, you need to finalize it first. The features of a finalized disc depend on disc type. Finalize Finalize Like commercially sold DVD, this disc can be played back in most DVD devices after finalizing.
“ HOME” and “ OPTION” - Taking advantage of two types of menus “ HOME MENU” - the starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p.
Using the HOME MENU 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn 4 Touch the item you want to use. Example: [EDIT] on your camcorder. the guidance on the screen. 2 Press Enjoying with your camcorder 5 Continue operation by following To hide the HOME MENU screen (HOME) A (or B). Touch . When you want to know something about the function of each item on the HOME MENU - HELP (HOME) B 1 Press (HOME). The HOME MENU appears. (HOME) A 2 Touch 3 Touch the category you want to (HELP).
“ HOME” and “ OPTION” (Continued) 3 Touch the item you want to know the content. MOVIE Records a movie. Activate? YES NO When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the option, touch [YES], otherwise, touch [NO]. To deactivate the HELP Touch (HELP) again in step 2. Using the OPTION MENU Just a touch on the screen during recording or playback displays the functions available at that moment. You will find it easy to make various settings. See page 73 for further details.
Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p. 22) AC Adaptor (1) (p. 22) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Power cord (1) (p. 22) Getting Started CD-ROM “Handycam Application Software” (1) (p. 80) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 42, 54) USB cable (1) (p. 55) Wireless Remote Commander (DCRDVD308/DVD708) (1) (p.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack POWER switch 2 1 3 DC IN jack Jack cover Battery 4 DC plug AC Adaptor 4 CHG (charge) lamp Power cord To the wall outlet You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) (p. 103) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes • You can use only "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack H series. 1 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (The default setting). 4 Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet.
Remaining battery (approx.) BATT (battery) release lever • When you remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor, make sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 25) is turned off. When storing the battery pack Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Battery pack Charging time Fully discharge the battery before storing it for an extended period.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued) DCR-DVD308/DVD708 Battery pack Continuous recording time NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Typical recording time* LCD panel closed NP-FH40 (supplied) 110 125 95 45 NP-FH50 130 145 95 45 NP-FH70 280 315 100 50 NP-FH100 635 725 110 50 110 50 215 105 235 110 235 110 495 235 545 260 545 260 Notes • All times measured with recording mode [SP] under the following conditions: Top: When the LCD backlight turns on.
Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. POWER switch Getting Started wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. • Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects.
Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time (Continued) 4 Set [Y] (year) with v/V. camcorder without any operation attempted for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 72). z Tips 1 1 AM 5 Select [M] with b/B, then set the month with v/V. 6 Set [D] (day), hour and minute in the same way, then touch [NEXT]. 7 Make sure that the clock is correctly set, then touch . The clock starts. You can set any year up to the year 2037.
Step 4: Preparing for recording Opening the lens cover Slide the LENS COVER switch to OPEN. BATT INFO for a few seconds until disappears. b Notes • Do not press the buttons on the LCD frame when you open or adjust the LCD panel. z Tips LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 190 degrees to the 290 degrees camcorder (max.) Getting Started After recording, set the LENS COVER switch to CLOSE to close the lens cover.
Step 5: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” Disc A new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVDR, or DVD+R DL is required for recording (p. 14). b Notes • Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using a soft cloth (p.101). 1 Check that the power of your camcorder is on. Set the disc with the label side facing out when using a single-sided disc. 2 Turn the disc cover OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow (OPEN B). [PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on the LCD screen.
x DVD+RW Select the aspect ratio of the movie, . [16:9 WIDE] or [4:3], then touch 6 Touch [YES]. when [Completed.] is displayed. When the formatting is completed, you can start recording on the disc. z Tips • When you use a DVD-RW while the Easy Handycam operation (p. 31) is set, the recording format is fixed to VIDEO mode. To remove the disc 1 Perform steps 1 and 2 to open the disc cover. 2 Press the disc holder in the center of the disc compartment, and remove the disc by holding the edge.
Step 5: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” (Continued) 2 Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot in the right direction until it clicks. Access lamp (“Memory Stick Duo”) To eject a “Memory Stick Duo” Lightly push the "Memory Stick Duo" in once and then slide it out of the slot. b Notes • Do not try to force the "Memory Stick Duo" out. Doing so may result in damage. • When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder is reading/writing data.
Recording/Playback Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam) Easy Handycam operation makes nearly all settings automatic so that you can perform recording or playing back operation without detailed settings. It also makes screen font size larger for easy viewing. Open the lens cover (p. 27) If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), turn it while pressing the green button.
Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam) (Continued) Viewing recorded movies/still images 1 Turn the POWER switch A to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) F (or G). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some time to display the VISUAL INDEX screen.) Returns to the recording screen Disc type Previous 6 images Appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded (B for the still image).
Still images: Touch , then touch the still image you want to view. Return (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Slide show button (page 41) Go to the VISUAL INDEX screen Previous/Next * [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 67). • The screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen when the movies from the one you selected through the one at the end of the list are all played back. • You can slow down the playback speed by touching during pause.
Recording POWER switch A DCR-DVD108/DVD608 (HOME) E PHOTO F Open the Lens cover (p. 27) (HOME) D START/STOP C DCR-DVD308/DVD708 START/STOP C (HOME) D START/STOP B Adjusting the grip belt Adjust and fasten the grip belt as illustrated, and hold your camcorder properly. 34 b Notes • If the access lamps (page 28, 29) is on after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the disc or “Memory Stick Duo.
Movies Still Images Movies are recorded on the disc. For recordable time, see page 14. Still images are recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.” For the number of recordable still images, see page 66. 1 Turn the POWER 1 Turn the POWER switch A until the (Movie) lamp turns on. [STBY]t[REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Recording/Playback 2 Press START/STOP B (or C). switch A until the (Still) lamp turns on. 2 Press PHOTO F.
Recording (Continued) Zooming You can zoom in up to the magnifications shown in the following table. (optical zoom) DCR-DVD108/DVD608 40 × DCR-DVD308/DVD708 25 × zoom lever, the operation sound of the power zoom lever may also be recorded. • You cannot change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons on the LCD frame. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.
Recording in dark places (NightShot plus) Recording in mirror mode Infrared port b Notes • The NightShot plus and Super NightShot plus functions use infrared light. Therefore, do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects, and remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 75) when it is hard to focus automatically. • Do not use the NightShot plus and Super NightShot plus functions in bright places. This may cause a malfunction.
Recording (Continued) z Tips • Differences in the angle of view between 16:9 (wide) and 4:3 vary depending on the zoom position. • When you view the movie on a TV, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to your TV (16:9/4:3) (p. 42, 70). • When viewing 16:9 (wide) pictures with [TV TYPE] set to [4:3], pictures may appear rough depending on subjects (p. 42). To select the aspect ratio of the still images 1 Turn the POWER switch until the (Still) lamp turns on.
Playback Zoom lever F DCR-DVD108/DVD608 POWER switch A (HOME) D (HOME) E (VIEW IMAGES) B DCR-DVD308/ DVD708 (HOME) D Recording/Playback (VIEW IMAGES) C Turn the POWER switch A to turn on your camcorder. Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some time to display the VISUAL INDEX screen.
Start playing back Movies Touch tab and the movie to be played back. The VISUAL INDEX screen reappears when playback from the selected movie until the last movie is completed. Return (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Toggles Play or Pause as you touch Beginning of the scene/ previous scene Next scene Stop (go to the VISUAL INDEX screen) (OPTION) Reverse/ Forward Still Images Touch tab and the still image to be played back.
Using PB zoom You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD frame. 1 Play back the still images you want to magnify. 2 Magnify the still image with T (Telephoto). The screen is framed. 3 Touch the screen at the point you want to display in the center of the displayed frame. Touch on the still image playback screen. The slide show begins from the selected image. Touch to stop the slide show.
Playing the picture on a TV Connect your camcorder to the input jack of TV or VCR using A/V connecting cable 1 or A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO 2. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.22). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
picture’s aspect ratio switches between 16:9 (wide) and 4:3, the image may jitter. • When you play back a picture recorded in 16:9 (wide) aspect ratio on a 4:3 TV not compatible with the 16:9 (wide) signal, set [TV TYPE] to [4:3]. 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.
Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) Finalizing makes the recorded disc compatible for playback with other devices and DVD drives of computers. Before finalizing, you can select the style of the DVD menu which displays the image list (p. 47). Whether finalizing is required depends on the type of disc. DVD-RW/DVD-R/DVD+R DL require finalizing.
To add recordings to a finalized disc (p.60) Recordings cannot be added. Make a new recording Unfinalize the disc. Recordings can be added as usual. b Notes • Even when you are using a DVD-RW or DVD+RW, you cannot record additional movies onto the disc after finalizing the disc during Easy Handycam operation. To do so, cancel Easy Handycam operation (p. 33). Recording/Playback When the DVD menu has been created, a confirmation screen prompts you to confirm that you wish to add a recording.
Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) (Continued) Finalizing a disc b Notes • It takes from a minute to a maximum of several hours to finalize a disc. The shorter the amount of material recorded on the disc, the longer it takes for finalizing. • Use the AC Adaptor as the power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during finalizing. • When you finalize a double-sided disc, you must finalize each side of the disc individually.
To select a DVD menu style DVD +RW 1 In step 4, touch [DVD MENU]. (OPTION) t 2 Select the desired style from 4 types of pattern with [T]/[t]. 3 Touch . b Notes Recording/Playback Select [NO MENU] if you do not create a DVD menu. • The DVD menu style is fixed to [STYLE1] during the Easy Handycam operation.
Editing (OTHERS) category This category enables you to edit or print images on a disc or "Memory Stick Duo," or copy them onto your computer for viewing, editing or creating an original DVD. Deleting images You can delete the images recorded on a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” using your camcorder. Insert a recorded disc or “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder. b Notes • You cannot retrieve the deleted images. • You cannot delete movies during Easy Handycam operation.
Touch screen. 5 Touch to return to the previous t [YES] t . To delete all movies on the disc at one time In step 3, touch [ DELETE ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t . 1 Touch (OTHERS) of the (HOME) menu t [DELETE]. 2 Touch [ DELETE]. 3 Touch [ DELETE]. 4 Touch the still image that you want to delete. Editing To delete the most recently recorded movie Deleting the still images in the “Memory Stick Duo” DVD +RW In step 3, touch [ LAST SCENE DEL] t t [YES] t .
Deleting images (Continued) Dividing the image – write-protection is set to the still images by the other device. b Notes z Tips • To delete all images recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo,” format the “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 60). • You cannot divide movies during Easy Handycam operation. Cancel the Easy Handycam operation first. 1 Touch (OTHERS) of the (HOME) menu t [EDIT]. 2 Touch [DIVIDE]. 3 Touch the movie that you want to divide. The selected movie starts playing.
Creating the Playlist b Notes • Movies cannot be restored once they are divided. • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing images. It may damage the disc. • Even if the divided movie is included in the Playlist, the movie is not divided in the Playlist. • A slight difference may occur from the point where you touch and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on about half-second increments.
Creating the Playlist (Continued) To add all the movies on the disc in the Playlist In step 2, touch [ ADD ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t . b Notes 2 Touch [ERASE]. To erase all images at a time, touch [ERASE ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t . 3 Touch the image that you want to erase from the Playlist. • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing the Playlist. It may damage the disc. z Tips • You can add a maximum of 999 movies to the Playlist.
5 Select the destination with [T]/[t]. z Tips • The original movies are not changed even if you divide the movie in the Playlist. Destination bar Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. 6 Touch t [YES] t . z Tips Dividing a movie within the Playlist Editing • When you select multiple images, the images are moved following the order appeared in the Playlist. 1 Touch (OTHERS) of the (HOME) menu t [PLAYLIST EDIT]. 2 Touch [DIVIDE]. 3 Select the movie that you want to divide.
Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders You can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Connect the device in either of the following ways. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 22). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. b Notes • Since dubbing is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate.
Printing recorded images (PictBridge 1 Insert the recorded disc into your camcorder. compliant printer) You can print out still images using a PictBridge compliant printer, without connecting the camcorder to a computer. 2 Turn on your camcorder, and press (VIEW IMAGES). Set [TV TYPE] according to the display device (p. 42, 70). 3 Insert the recording media in the recording device.
Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) (Continued) b Notes Printing 1 Touch the still image to be printed. The selected image is marked with . Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch screen. to return to the previous 2 Touch (OPTION), set the following options, then touch . [COPIES]: Set number of copies of a still image to be printed. You can set up to 20 copies. [DATE/TIME]: Select [DATE], [DAY&TIME], or [OFF] (no date/time printed).
Utilizing recording media (MANAGE DISC/ MEMORY) category This category enables you to use a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” for various purposes. (MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) category Item list FINALIZE You can enable discs to be played on other devices by finalizing them (p. 44). Playing a disc on other devices Playing a disc on other devices Finalizing a disc (p. 44) let you view movies recorded by your camcorder on other DVD devices. However, we do not guarantee proper playback on all devices.
Playing a disc on other devices (Continued) • Movies stored on a disc cannot be copied directly onto a computer to be played back or edited. Finding the right disc (DISC SELECT GUIDE) Select the option that is right for you on the screen, then you will be informed of the appropriate disc for your purposes. z Tips • For details on operations and procedures, see the “First Step Guide” on the supplied CD-ROM (p. 80). 1 Touch (MANAGE DISC/ MEMORY) of the (HOME).
Deleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting) Formatting the disc Formatting makes the recorded disc new and reusable by deleting all the data recorded on the disc. The recording capacity of the disc is recovered by formatting it. A DVD-R/DVD+R DL cannot be formatted. Replace it with a new disc. If you format a finalized disc * To create the DVD menu on a DVD+RW, finalize the disc again (p. 44). 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
Deleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting) (Continued) Recording additional scenes after finalizing z Tips • When you use a DVD-RW while the Easy Handycam operation (p. 31) is set, the recording format is fixed to the VIDEO mode. Formatting deletes all images on a “Memory Stick Duo.” You can record additional movies on the finalized DVD-RWs/DVD+RWs after the following steps, if the disc has free space.
1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the power cord to the wall outlet. • You cannot record additional material on the disc during the Easy Handycam operation. Cancel the Easy Handycam operation. 2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on the (Movie) lamp. 3 Insert the finalized disc into your camcorder. A confirmation screen appears to prompt you to confirm that you wish to record additional scenes. Utilizing recording media 4 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 5 When [Completed.
Customizing your camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU You can change the recording functions and the operating settings for your convenience. Using the HOME MENU 3 Touch the desired setup item. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/ V to change the page. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). (HOME) 4 Touch the desired item. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/ V to change the page. (HOME) (SETTINGS) category 5 Change the setting, then touch .
List of the (SETTINGS) category items MOVIE SETTINGS (p. 64) OUTPUT SETTINGS (p. 70) Items Page TV TYPE 70 DISP OUTPUT 71 Items Page REC MODE 64 NIGHTSHOT LIGHT 64 Items Page WIDE SELECT*1 64 CLOCK SET*3 25 DIGITAL ZOOM 65 AREA SET 71 STEADYSHOT 65 DST SET/SUMMERTIME 71 AUTO SLW SHUTTR 65 LANGUAGE SET*3 71 REMAINING 65 SUB-T DATE 65 CLOCK/ LANG (p. 71) GENERAL SET (p. 72) Page DEMO MODE 72 Page CALIBRATION 105 IMAGE SIZE*2*3 66 A.
MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies) NIGHTSHOT LIGHT Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 62 (OPTION MENU) t page 73 The default settings are marked with B. REC MODE (Recording mode) You can select an image quality of the movie from three levels. HQ Records in high quality mode. (9M (HQ)) B SP Records in standard quality mode. (6M (SP)) b Notes • Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects (p. 112).
DIGITAL ZOOM You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom greater than optical zoom magnification (p. 36). Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom. 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. AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto slow shutter) The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming factor.
PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording still images) 1.0M 0.7M VGA (0.3M) 1152 × 864 1152 × 648 640 × 480 512MB 1GB Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. How to set 4GB 1200 2850 2450 5900 5000 12000 9500 23500 The default settings are marked with B. IMAGE SIZE (DCRDVD308/DVD708) ) VGA (0.3M) ( • All numbers measured at the following settings: Top: [FINE] is selected for image quality. Bottom: [STANDARD] is selected for image quality.
VIEW IMAGES SET (Items to customize the display) FLASH LEVEL (DCRDVD308/DVD708) You can set this function when you use an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. HIGH( ) Makes the flash level higher. B NORMAL( ) LOW( ) Makes the flash level lower. REDEYE REDUC (Redeye reduction) (DCR-DVD308/DVD708) b Notes • The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other conditions.
VIEW IMAGES SET (Continued) CAMERADATA DISPLAY Movie SP You can select the number of thumbnails that appear on the VISUAL INDEX screen. B ZOOM LINK Change the number of thumbnails (6 or 12) with the zoom lever on your camcorder.* 6IMAGES Displays thumbnails of 6 images. Still image 12IMAGES Displays thumbnails of 12 images. * You can operate with the zoom buttons on the LCD frame or on the Remote Commander (For DCR-DVD308/DVD708).
SOUND/DISP SET (Items to adjust beep and the screen) B NORMAL Standard brightness. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. b Notes Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 62 (OPTION MENU) t page 73 The default settings are marked with B. z Tips • This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. VOLUME Touch (p. 40).
SOUND/DISP SET (Continued) OUTPUT SETTINGS (Items for when connecting other devices) z Tips • This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 62 (OPTION MENU) t page 73 The default settings are marked with B. TV TYPE You need to convert the signal depending on the TV connected when playing back the image. The recorded images are played back as following illustrations.
CLOCK/ LANG (Items to set clock and language) DISP OUTPUT B LCD PANEL Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder. V-OUT/PANEL Shows displays such as the time code on the TV screen, LCD screen, and in the viewfinder. Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 62 (OPTION MENU) t page 73 CLOCK SET See page 25. AREA SET DST SET/SUMMERTIME You can change this setting without stopping the clock.
GENERAL SET (Other setup items) A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off) B 5min Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. The camcorder is automatically turned off when you do not operate your camcorder for more than approximately 5 minutes. NEVER The camcorder is not automatically turned off. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 62 (OPTION MENU) t page 73 The default settings are marked with B.
Activating functions using the The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. Various functions are displayed in the context of the operation. Using the OPTION MENU When the item you want is not on the screen Touch another tab. If you cannot find the item anywhere, the function does not work under the situation. b Notes 1 While using your camcorder, touch OPTION MENU (OPTION) on the screen.
Activating functions using the Recording items on the OPTION MENU See page 73 for setting operation. * Items Page tab OPTION MENU (Continued) Viewing items on the OPTION MENU See page 73 for setting operation. Items * Page tab FOCUS - 75 DELETE a 48 SPOT FOCUS - 75 DELETE ALL a 49 TELE MACRO - 75 EXPOSURE - 76 SPOT METER - 76 DIVIDE a 50 SCENE SELECTION - 76 ERASE a 52 WHITE BAL. - 77 ERASE ALL a 52 COLOR SLOW SHTR - 78 MOVE a 52 S.
Functions set in the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 62 (OPTION MENU) t page 73 The default settings are marked with B. FOCUS displayed correctly if you are using a conversion lens (optional).) – When the focus mode is switched from automatic to manual. – When you set focus manually SPOT FOCUS You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located at the center of the screen.
Functions set in the OPTION MENU (Continued) To cancel, touch [OFF], or zoom to wideangle (W side). appears. 2 Touch [END]. b Notes To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO] t [END] in step 1. • When recording a distant subject, focusing may be difficult and can take some time. • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 75) when it is hard to focus automatically. EXPOSURE b Notes • If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL].
LANDSCAPE* ( ) b Notes • The [WHITE BAL. ] setting is cleared when you set [SCENE SELECTION]. 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. PORTRAIT ( ) WHITE BAL. (White balance) You can adjust the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment. B AUTO The white balance is adjusted automatically.
Functions set in the OPTION MENU (Continued) b Notes • Set [WHITE BAL. ] to [AUTO] or adjust the color in [ONE PUSH] under white or cool white fluorescent lamps. • While is flashing quickly during [ONE PUSH] setting, continue to frame a white object until stops flashing. • flashes slowly if [ONE PUSH] could not be set. • When [ONE PUSH] was selected, if keeps flashing after touching , set [WHITE BAL. ] to [AUTO]. • If you set [WHITE BAL. ], [SCENE SELECTION] is automatically set to [AUTO].
D.EFFECT (Digital effect) When [OLD MOVIE] is selected, appears on the screen and you can record with an old movie-type atmosphere to your movies. To cancel [D.EFFECT], touch [OFF]. PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect) You can add special effects to an image during recording or playback. appears. B OFF Does not use [PICT.EFFECT] setting. SEPIA Images appear in sepia. Press PHOTO to record still images when [SELF-TIMER] is set to [ON] and appears. To cancel the count down, touch [RESET].
Using a Computer What you can do with Windows computer When you install the “Picture Motion Browser” on a Windows computer from the supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the following operations. z Tips • See page 84 when you use a Macintosh computer. About “First Step Guide” The “First Step Guide” is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer.
Hard disk: Disc volume required for installation: Approximately 600 MB (5 GB or more may be necessary when creating DVD videos.) Display: DirectX 7 or later-compatible video card, Minimum 1024 × 768 dots, High Color (16 bit color) Others: USB port (this must be provided as standard, Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.
Installing the “First Step Guide” and software (Continued) 4 Click [FirstStepGuide]. 4 Check your area and country/ region, then click [Next]. 5 Select the desired language and the model name of your camcorder from the pull-down menu. The software is set up for your selected country/region. 5 Read [License Agreement], select [I accept the terms of the license agreement] when you agree, then click [Next]. 6 Connect your camcorder to your 6 Click [FirstStepGuide(HTML)].
Viewing “First Step Guide” x Windows Media Format 9 Series Runtime (Windows 2000 only) Software required to create a DVD x Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Software required to handle movies Restart the computer if required to complete the installation. The short-cut icons, such as [ ] (Picture Motion Browser), appear on the desktop. 8 Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of your computer. • Refer to the "First Step Guide" for how to remove the USB cable.
Using a Macintosh computer You can copy the still images from the “Memory Stick Duo” to the Macintosh. Install “First Step Guide” in the supplied CD-ROM. b Notes • The supplied software “Picture Motion Browser” does not operate on Mac OS. • Refer to “First Step Guide” for the details on connecting your camcorder to the computer and copying the still images. System requirements To copy still images from a “Memory Stick Duo” OS: Mac OS 9.1/9.2 or Mac OS X (v10.1/ v10.2/v10.3/v10.4).
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 operation/ Remote Commander ...................................... 85 • Batteries/Power sources ................................ 86 • LCD screen/viewfinder ................................. 87 • Discs/“Memory Stick Duo” ..........................
Troubleshooting (Continued) Even if you press EASY, menu settings do not switch to their defaults automatically. The supplied Remote Commander does not function (DCR-DVD308/ DVD708). • Following menu settings remain as they were set even during Easy Handycam operation. – [FILE NO. ] – [VOLUME] – [TV TYPE] –[ DISPLAY] – [BEEP] – [SUB-T DATE] – [CLOCK SET] – [AREA SET] – [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] – [WIDE SELECT] * – [DEMO MODE] – [FLASH MODE] ** –[ LANGUAGE SET] • Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [ON] (p. 72).
The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 22). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time. • The temperature of the environment is too high or too low. This is not a malfunction. • The battery pack has not been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Remaining disc space indicator is not displayed. • Set [ REMAINING] to [ON] to always display the remaining disc space indicator (p. 65). The indicators of the disc type and the recording format on the LCD screen are grayed out. • The disc may have been created other than your camcorder. You can play back with your camcorder, but you cannot record additional scenes. You cannot operate functions using the “Memory Stick Duo.
The recording angle looks different (DCR-DVD308/DVD708). • The recording angle may look different depending on the mode of your camcorder. This is not a malfunction. The actual recording time for movie is less than the expected approximate recording time of a disc. [STEADYSHOT] does not function. • Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 65). • [STEADYSHOT] may not be able to compensate for excessive vibrations. The BACK LIGHT function does not function.
Troubleshooting (Continued) A vertical band appears when recording candlelight or electric light in the dark. • This occurs when the contrast between the subject and the background is too high. This is not a malfunction. A vertical white line may appear on an image taken in bright light. • This phenomenon is called the smear effect. This is not a malfunction. Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen. • Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] (p. 65). [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] cannot be operated.
No sound or only a quiet sound is heard when playing back a disc. • Turn up the volume (p. 40). • Sound is not output when the LCD screen is closed. Open the LCD screen. • When you record sound with [MICREF LEVEL] (p. 79) set to [LOW], the recorded sound may be difficult to hear. Playing back a disc on other devices You cannot play back the disc, or the disc is not recognized. • Clean the disc using a soft cloth (p. 101). • Finalize the disc (p. 44).
Troubleshooting (Continued) Unable to copy the images from a disc to a “Memory Stick Duo.” • You cannot copy a movie from a disc to a “Memory Stick Duo” as a still image during playback on your camcorder. Unable to finalize. • Battery is running out during finalizing. Use the AC Adaptor. • The disc has already been finalized. In the case of following discs, follow the required procedure to record additional material (p. 60): – DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) – DVD+RW Unable to [UNFINALIZE].
Cannot use Because of following settings [SPOT METER] NightShot plus, [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] [EXPOSURE] NightShot plus, [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] [WHITE BAL. ] NightShot plus, [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] [S. NIGHTSHOT [FADER], [D.EFFECT] PLS] [COLOR SLOW SHTR] [FADER], [D.EFFECT], [SCENE SELECTION] [FADER] [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [D.EFFECT], [CANDLE], [FIREWORKS] [D.EFFECT] [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [FADER] [OLD MOVIE] [SCENE SELECTION], [PICT.EFFECT] [PICT.
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 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. C:04:00 E:20:ss / E:31:ss / E:61:ss / E:62:ss / E:91:ss / E:94:ss • A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred.
E (Battery level warning) Slow flashing • The battery pack is nearly used up. • Depending on the operating, environment, or battery conditions, E may flash, even if there are approximately 20 minutes remaining. (High temperature warning) Slow flashing • The temperature of your camcorder is getting higher. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Fast flashing* • The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.
Warning indicators and messages (Continued) Z Need to unfinalize disc. • To record on the finalized DVD-RW (VIDEO mode), unfinalize it (p. 60). Disc error. Remove disc. • Your camcorder cannot recognize the disc, because the disc is incompatible or has scratches. Z Disc error. Unsupported format. • The disc recorded in the different format code from your camcorder. Formatting the disc may enable you to use the disc on your camcorder (DVDRW/DVD+RW only) (p.59).
Please wait. • This is displayed if the disc removal process takes time. Turn on the camcorder and leave it for about 10 minutes, preventing vibration.
Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad Power supply System You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].
Setting to the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Set (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [AREA SET] and [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] on the HOME MENU (p. 71). World time difference Area setting Time-zone differences Area setting GMT Lisbon, London +11:00 Solomon Is. +01:00 Berlin, Paris +12:00 Fiji, Wellington +02:00 Helsinki, Cairo, Istanbul –12:00 Eniwetok, Kwajalein +03:00 Moscow, Nairobi –11:00 Midway Is.
Maintenance and precautions About the Disc symbol See page 14 for the details of discs which you can use with your camcorder. Notes on use • Hold the disc by its edge while supporting the center hole lightly. Do not touch the recording side (the opposite of the printed side when using a single-sided disc). • Before shooting, be sure to remove dust and fingerprints from the disc with a soft cloth. Otherwise you may not be able to record or play normally in some situations using that disc.
Care and storage of the discs • Keep the disc clean, or the image quality of the audio and video output may deteriorate. • Clean the disc with a soft cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out. For dirt, clean the disc with a soft cloth slightly moistened in water, then remove the moisture with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use solvents such as benzine, cleaners intended for vinyl LPs or antistatic spray, as they may cause a malfunction to the disc.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) • Data read/write speed may vary depending on the combination of the “Memory Stick” and “Memory Stick” compliant product you use. • Do not insert anything other than a “Memory Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you cannot use a “Memory Stick Duo” that has been used with another device, format it with your camcorder (p. 60). 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. – When playing back image data recorded with other devices. About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series).
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) 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 discharge the battery pack on your camcorder completely, touch (SETTINGS) t [GENERAL SET] t [A.
Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the disc, or on the pickup lens. This may cause a malfunction to your camcorder. x If moisture condensation has occurred Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without turning it on.
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) 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 the camcorder with above substances on your hands.
6 Attach the eyecup block to the viewfinder, pushing it straight on until it clicks. b Notes • The eyecup block is a precision part. Do not disassemble it further. • Do not touch the lens of the eyecup block. • If you turn the viewfinder lens adjustment lever after removing the eyecup block from your camcorder, the lever and lens may come out the eyecup block. If this happens, replace them as follows: 1 Attach the lever to the eyecup block in the position illustrated.
Specifications System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format DCR-DVD108/DVD608 Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator DCR-DVD308/DVD708 Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable discs 8 cm DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD-R/ DVD+R DL Recording format Movie DVD-RW: DVD-VIDEO (VIDEO mode), DVD-Video Recording (VR mode) DVD+RW: DVD+RW Video DVD-R/DVD+R DL: DVD-VIDEO Still image Exif* Ver.2.
Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10 pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Audio signal: 327 mV (at Load impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) USB jack mini-B REMOTE jack (DCR-DVD308/DVD708) Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) LCD screen Picture DCR-DVD108/DVD608 6.2 cm (2.5 type) DCR-DVD308/DVD708 6.9 cm (2.
On trademarks Notes on the License • “Handycam” and 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 AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206. • • • • • • • • • are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. A Power zoom lever (36, 41) E Eyecup (106) O BATT (battery) release lever (22) C POWER switch (25) F Viewfinder (27) G (Movie)/ (Still) mode lamps (25) Quick Reference D Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (27) N Tripod receptacle Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw.
Identifying parts and controls (Continued) 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. The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely.
A “Memory Stick Duo” slot (29) M DISP/BATT INFO button (23) B LCD screen/touch panel (19, 27) N WIDE SELECT button** (37) C (HOME) button (19, 62) D Zoom buttons (36, 41) * DCR-DVD108/DVD608 ** DCR-DVD308/DVD708 E START/STOP button (31, 35) F (VIEW IMAGES) button (32, 39) G EASY button (31) H BACK LIGHT button (37) Quick Reference I Speaker Playback sounds come out from the speaker. For how to adjust the volume, see page 40.
Identifying parts and controls (Continued) Remote Commander (DCR-DVD308/ DVD708) button or an item with b / B / v / V, then press ENTER to enter. b Notes • Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Insulation sheet • Point the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p. 112). • When no commands have been sent from the Remote Commander in a certain period, the orange frame disappears.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies Recording still images SP A Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP) (64) K Quality ([FINE] / [STD]) (66) B HOME button (19, 62) L Image size (66) C Remaining battery (approx.) (23) M Appears while a still image is being saved. D Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) E Counter (hour/minute/second) F Disc type (14) G Recording format (14) Appears for DVD-RW only.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued) Viewing movies Viewing still images SP A Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP) (64) L Image size (66) B Return button C Remaining battery (approx.
Indicators when you made changes Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder.
Glossary x 5.1ch surround sound x VR mode A system that plays back sound on 6 speakers, 3 at the front (left, right and center) and 2 at the rear (right and left) with an additional low-pass subwoofer counted as a 0.1 channel for frequencies of 120 Hz or lower. One of the recording formats you can select when using a DVD-RW. VR mode enables editing (deleting or sequence rearrangement) with your camcorder Finalizing the disc lets you play it back on a VR mode compatible DVD device.
Index Numeric Copyright ....................... 8, 110 F 16:9 .................................37, 70 D FADER ...........................78, 93 16:9 WIDE............................64 4:3 .............................37, 64, 70 5.1 ch surround recording .....36 8cm DVD..............................12 FILE NO. (File number).......66 DATA CODE............... 67, 117 DATE/TIME .......... 26, 67, 117 DC IN jack ........................... 22 DC plug ................................ 22 A DELETE Disc ..
Index (Continued) L P LANDSCAPE ......................77 PAL...................................... 98 LANGUAGE SET................71 PASTEL............................... 79 LCD backlight ......................27 PHOTO SETTINGS ............ 66 LCD BL LEVEL (LCD back light level).......................69, 90 Pickup lens......................... 106 LCD BRIGHT ......................69 Picture Motion Browser....... 80 LCD COLOR .......................69 Lens cover ............................
VCR or DVD/HDD recorder ..............................................54 VF B.LIGHT (Viewfinder brightness) ............................69 VIDEO mode ................14, 118 VIEW IMAGES SET ...........67 Viewfinder ............................27 Viewing ................................32 VISUAL INDEX ....32, 39, 118 VOLUME .......................40, 69 Volume label.........................58 VR mode.......................14, 118 W Warning indicators................94 Warning messages ................
Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español Paso 1: Comprobación de los componentes suministrados Asegúrese de disponer de los siguientes componentes suministrados con su videocámara. El número entre paréntesis indica el número de componentes suministrados de cada artículo.
Paso 2: Carga de la batería Interruptor POWER 2 1 3 Toma entrada de cc Cubierta de la toma Pila Clavija de cc Puede cargar la batería “InfoLITHIUM” (serie H) luego de instalarla en la videocámara. b Notas 4 Indicador CHG (carga) Cable de alimentación Al tomacorriente de pared 3 Conecte el adaptador de alimentación de ca a la toma entrada de cc de la videocámara. • Únicamente es posible utilizar la batería “InfoLITHIUM” serie H.
Paso 2: Carga de la batería (continuación) b Notas • Desconecte el adaptador de alimentación de ca de la toma entrada de cc mientras sujeta la videocámara y la clavija de cc Para extraer la batería Deslice el interruptor POWER hacia la posición OFF(CHG). Deslice la palanca BATT (liberación de la batería) y extraiga la batería. Palanca BATT (liberación de la batería) Pasados unos instantes, se mostrarán el tiempo de grabación restante aproximado y la información de la batería durante 7 segundo.
DCR-DVD108/DVD608 Batería b Notas Tiempo de grabación continua NP-FH40 (suministrada) 100 50 NP-FH50 110 50 120 55 NP-FH70 235 110 255 120 545 260 590 285 NP-FH100 95 Tiempo de grabación normal* 45 DCR-DVD308/DVD708 NP-FH40 (suministrada) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Tiempo de reproducción Tiempo aproximado (min) disponible cuando utiliza una batería completamente cargada.
Paso 2: Carga de la batería (continuación) • El indicador CHG (carga) parpadeará durante la carga o la Información sobre la batería no se mostrará correctamente en las siguientes situaciones: – La batería no está conectada correctamente. – La batería está dañada. – La batería está completamente gastada (sólo para la información sobre la batería).
2 Seleccione la zona geográfica que desee mediante v/V y, a continuación, toque [SIGUIENTE]. Restablecimiento de la fecha y hora Seleccione (HOME) t (AJUSTES) t [AJ.REL./IDIOM. ] t [AJUS.RELOJ] y ajuste la fecha y hora. b Notas 3 Ajuste [HORA VERANO] y, a continuación, toque [SIGUIENTE]. 4 Ajuste [A] (año) mediante v/V. min A 1 M 1 D 12 AM SIGUIENTE 5 Seleccione [M] mediante b/B y, a continuación, ajuste el mes mediante v/V.
Paso 4: Preparación para grabación Apertura de la tapa del objetivo Deslice el interruptor LENS COVER hasta la posición OPEN. Cuando haya finalizado la grabación, ajuste el interruptor LENS COVER en la posición CLOSE para cerrar la tapa del objetivo. Abra el panel LCD 90 grados respecto a la videocámara (1) y, a continuación, gírelo en el ángulo que le resulte más adecuado para grabar o reproducir (2). 190 grados respecto a la videocámara DISP/BATT INFO 2180 grados (máx.
Visor Podrá contemplar las imágenes a través del visor para evitar que la batería se desgaste, o siempre que la calidad de la imagen de la pantalla LCD sea muy baja. Visor Paso 5: Inserción de un disco o un “Memory Stick Duo” Disco Se necesita un disco DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R o DVD+R DL de 8 cm nuevo para realizar la grabación. b Notas • Elimine de antemano el polvo o las huellas dactilares del disco con un paño suave. 1 Compruebe que la videocámara esté encendida.
Paso 5: Inserción de un disco o un “Memory Stick Duo” (continuación) 3 Coloque el disco con la cara de grabación hacia la videocámara y, a continuación, presione el centro del disco hasta que encaje en su sitio. 5 Elija la opción que desee de las que aparecen en pantalla. x DVD-RW Seleccione el formato de grabación, [VIDEO] o [VR] y, a continuación, . toque x DVD+RW Seleccione el formato de la película [PANORÁM.16:9] o [4:3] y, a . continuación, toque 6 Toque [SÍ]. 7 Cuando aparezca [Finalizado.
z Sugerencias • Es posible expulsar un disco siempre que la videocámara esté conectada a una fuente de alimentación, aunque se encuentre apagada. No obstante, el proceso de reconocimiento del disco (paso 4) no se iniciará. • Compruebe cuál es el disco más adecuado para la grabación que desea realizar mediante la opción [GUÍA SELEC.DISCO] del HOME MENU. “Memory Stick Duo” b Notas Sólo se puede utilizar un “Memory Stick Duo” con la marca o .
Paso 5: Inserción de un disco o un “Memory Stick Duo” (continuación) Para expulsar un “Memory Stick Duo” Empuje ligeramente el “Memory Stick Duo” hacia el interior de la ranura una vez y, a continuación, deslícelo fuera de ésta. b Notas • No intente extraer el “Memory Stick Duo” a la fuerza. Si lo hace, podría provocar fallas de funcionamiento. • Cuando el indicador de acceso se enciende o parpadea, significa que la videocámara está leyendo o grabando datos.
Grabación Interruptor POWER A DCR-DVD108/DVD608 (HOME) E PHOTO F Abra la tapa del objetivo (HOME) D START/STOP C Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español DCR-DVD308/DVD708 START/STOP C (HOME) D START/STOP B Ajuste de la correa de sujeción Ajuste la correa de sujeción como muestra la ilustración y sujete la videocámara correctamente.
Grabación (continuación) Películas Imágenes fijas Las películas se graban en el disco. Las imágenes fijas se graban en el “Memory Stick Duo”. 1 Gire el interruptor 1 Gire el interruptor POWER A hasta que se encienda el indicador (película). POWER A hasta que se encienda el indicador (imágenes fijas). 2 Presione START/STOP B (o C). min ESPERA [ESPERA]t[GRAB.] Para detener la grabación, presione START/STOP nuevamente. 2 Presione PHOTO F.
Reproducción Palanca de zoom F DCR-DVD108/DVD608 Interruptor POWER A (HOME) D (HOME) E (VISUALIZAR IMÁGENES) B DCR-DVD308/ DVD708 (HOME) D Gire el interruptor POWER A para encender la videocámara. Presione (VISUALIZAR IMÁGENES) B (o C). La pantalla VISUAL INDEX aparece en la pantalla LCD. (Es posible que el sistema tarde un tiempo en mostrar la pantalla VISUAL INDEX).
Reproducción (continuación) Inicie la reproducción. Películas Toque la lengüeta y la película que desee reproducir. La pantalla VISUAL INDEX volverá a aparecer cuando se haya completado la reproducción de la secuencia entre la película seleccionada y la última película. Volver (a la pantalla VISUAL INDEX) Alterna el modo de reproducción y de pausa cada vez que se toca.
