3-087-414-11 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-VX2100 Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No.
Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Digital Handycam camcorder. With your Digital Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Digital Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
Table of contents Quick Start Guide ............................................... 4 Playing back a tape with digital effects ......... 73 Getting Started Using this manual ............................................... 6 Checking supplied accessories ......................... 8 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ................ 9 Step 2 Setting the date and time .................... 14 Step 3 Inserting a cassette ............................... 15 Editing Dubbing a tape ...............................
Quick Start Guide This guide introduces you to the basic way of recording/ playback. See the pages in parentheses “( )” for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 13) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 9). Connect the plug with its v mark facing toward the LCD panel side. Quick Start Guide AC Adaptor (supplied) Open the DC IN jack cover. Inserting a cassette (p. 15) 1 While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow.
Recording a picture (p. 16) Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, use the viewfinder placing your eye against its eyecup. 2 Open the shutter of the hood with a lens cap. For more information about attaching the hood with a lens cap, see page 167. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. POWER 3 VCR MEMORY If the ND1 or ND2 indicator flashes, see page 47. Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p.
— Getting Started — Using this manual As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep or a melody sound to indicate that the operation is being carried out. Note on cassette memory Your camcorder is based on the DV format. You can only use mini DV cassettes with your camcorder. We recommend that you use a tape with cassette memory .
Using this manual Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ by country or region. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 4 5 3 6 7 8 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 170) 2 AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 10) 3 NP-F330 rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 9, 10) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 171) 8 5 “Memory Stick” (1) (p. 116) 6 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 31, 74) 7 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 168) 8 Hood with a lens cap (1) (p.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. 1 Getting Started (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Insert the battery pack in the direction of the V mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack until it clicks. 2 To remove the battery pack Lift up the viewfinder. Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT RELEASE down.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it. Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series). (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug’s v mark facing toward the LCD panel side. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Charging begins.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time “- - - - min” appears in the display window. When using the AC Adaptor Be sure to use it near the wall outlet. If a malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet. Getting Started While charging the battery pack, no indicator appears or the indicator flashes in the display window in the following cases: – The battery pack is not installed correctly. – The AC Adaptor is disconnected.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Playing time Battery pack NP-F330 (supplied) NP-F550 NP-F730 NP-F750 NP-F960 Playing time on LCD screen 90 (80) 185 (165) 305 (275) 375 (335) 680 (610) Playing time with LCD closed 110 (95) 225 (195) 385 (345) 460 (415) 830 (745) Approximate minutes of playing time when you use a fully charged battery Numbers in parentheses “( )” indicate the time using a normally charged battery. You cannot use the NP-500/510/710 battery pack on your camcorder.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC Adaptor. 1 Getting Started (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing toward the LCD panel side. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. "CLOCK SET" will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p.160).
Step 3 Inserting a cassette 3,4 2 Window Getting Started (1) Install the power source. (2) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow. After the cassette lid is opened, the cassette compartment automatically opens. (3) Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to insert it. Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out and the write-protect tab facing upward.
— Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Open the shutter of the hood with a lens cap. For more information about attaching the hood with a lens cap, see page 167. (2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” to “Step 3” (p. 9 to 15) for more information. (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Your camcorder is set to the standby mode.
Recording a picture Note on the recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. Select SP or LP in the menu settings. In LP mode, you can record 1.5 times as long as in SP mode. When you record a tape on your camcorder in LP mode, we recommend playing the tape on your camcorder. Note on the progressive recording mode If you intend to use the images on your PC or play the images back as still images, we recommend that you set PROG.
Recording a picture Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees and it rotates about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side. If you turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way in standby or recording mode, the indicator appears on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder (Mirror mode). 180 180° 90° OPEN To close the LCD panel, set it vertically and swing it into the camcorder body until it clicks.
Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen Recording – Basics LCD BRIGHT To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, press LCD BRIGHT + or –. The battery life is longer when the LCD panel is closed. Use the viewfinder instead of the LCD screen to save the battery power. To brighten To darken On the LCD screen backlight You can change the brightness of the backlight. Select LCD B.L. in the menu settings (p. 109).
Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the images in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Lift up the viewfinder and move the viewfinder adjustment lever. Viewfinder adjustment lever To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder screen, use the VF B.L. item in the menu settings (p. 109).
Recording a picture Using the zoom feature To zoom using the zoom lever/handle zoom lever When using the handle zoom lever, you can change the zooming speed using the handle zoom switch. H: Fast L : Slow W T W T T Handle zoom switch Recording – Basics Press the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Press it deeper for a faster zoom. Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings.
Recording a picture Using the disital zoom – Zoom greater than 12× Zoom greater than 12× is performed digitally, if you set D ZOOM to 24× or 48× in the menu settings. The digital zoom function is set to OFF as a default setting (p. 109). If you use the digital zoom function, the picture quality deteriorates. W T The right-ended portion of the bar shows the digital zooming zone. The digital zooming zone appears when you set D ZOOM to 24× or 48×. You cannot use the digital zoom: – When you set PROG.
Recording a picture Time code The time code indicates the recording or playback time, “0:00:00” (hours : minutes : seconds) in CAMERA mode and “0:00:00:00” (hours : minutes : seconds : frames) in VCR mode. You cannot rewrite only the time code. Your camcorder uses the drop frame mode. Note on recording date/time Recording date/time is not displayed during shooting, however, it is automatically recorded on the tape. You can check the recording date/time during playback by pressing DATA CODE.
Recording a picture Using the spot light function This function prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light, such as in the theater. Press SPOT LIGHT in standby, recording, or memory mode. The indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. To cancel, press SPOT LIGHT again.
Recording a picture Self-timer recording You can make a recording with the self-timer. This recording is useful when you want to record yourself. You can also use the Remote Commander. Recording – Basics (1) Press (self-timer) in standby mode. The (self-timer) indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (2) Press START/STOP. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 seconds with a beep sound.
Checking the recording – END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review You can use these buttons to check recorded pictures or shoot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you will record is smooth. END SEARCH EDITSEARCH Searching the end point of the recording — END SEARCH You can easily go to the end of the last recorded portion. Press END SEARCH in standby mode. The camcorder rewinds or fast-forwards the tape and the last five-second recorded picture is played back.
— Playback – Basics — Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. 4 REW 5 PLAY Playback – Basics (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. The video control buttons light up.
Playing back a tape When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out. When you close the LCD panel You cannot monitor the sound from the speaker. However, when the LCD panel is turned over to view on the LCD screen, you can monitor the sound from the speaker. To control the display of the screen indicators Press DISPLAY on the camcorder or on the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder.
Playing back a tape Using the data code function Your camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) (Data code). Press DATA CODE on the camcorder or on the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder in playback mode. Date/time JUL 4 2003 12:05:56 AM [a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f] Various settings AUTO 60 AWB F1.
Playing back a tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR. To view a still picture (playback pause) Press X during playback. To resume normal playback, press N or X. To advance the tape Press M in stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N. To rewind the tape Press m in stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N. To change the playback direction Press on the Remote Commander during playback to reverse the playback direction.
Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV or VCR with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. You can operate the video control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the LCD screen. When monitoring the playback picture on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC Adaptor (p. 13). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV or VCR.
— Advanced Recording Operations — Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording You can record still images on tapes with all the pixels in the progressive recording mode. See page 34 for details. This mode is useful when you print images using a video printer (optional). Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can record still images on a “Memory Stick” (p. 121). (1) In standby mode, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a picture freezes. The CAPTURE indicator appears.
Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording Self-timer tape photo recording You can make a tape photo recording with the self-timer. This mode is useful when you want to record yourself. You can also use the Remote Commander. PHOTO 2 PHOTO 1 Advanced Recording Operations (1) Press (self-timer) in standby mode. The (self-timer) indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (2) Press PHOTO deeply. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound.
Shooting with all the pixels – PROG. SCAN To import moving images to your PC to view still images, we recommend you record in progressive recording mode. To use progressive recording mode, follow the procedure below. Still images produced this way are more stable than those recorded on tapes in normal mode, and thus are more suitable for analyzing high-speed action such as sports scenes.
Using the guide frame You can easily make the picture be on a horizontal line using the guide frame. The guide frame is not recorded. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) 5 MENU MENU 2-4 LCD / VF SET LCD B. L. LCD COLOR VF B. L. GU I DEFRAME LCD / VF SET LCD B. L. LCD COLOR VF B. L. GU I DEFRAME OFF [MENU] : END ON RETURN LCD / VF SET LCD B. L. LCD COLOR VF B. L. GU I DEFRAME ON [MENU] : END RETURN Advanced Recording Operations 1 Press MENU to display the menu in standby, recording, or memory mode.
Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Black bands appear on the screen during recording in the 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The picture during playing back in the 4:3 mode on a wide-screen TV [b] or a normal TV [c]* is compressed in the widthwise direction. If you set the screen mode of the widescreen TV to the full mode, you can watch pictures of normal images [d]. * Played in 4:3 mode.
Using the wide mode In wide mode, you cannot select the following modes: •Old movie •Progressive recording mode During recording You cannot operate the wide mode function. When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings. ID-1 system The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio information (16:9, 4:3 or letter box) using video signals. If you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1 system, the screen size is automatically selected.
Using the fader function You can fade the picture in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. [a] STBY REC FADER OVERLAP* WIPE* DOT* (Random) * Fade in only [b] STBY MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color. When fading out the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white.
Using the fader function (1) When fading in [a] In standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. When fading out [b] In recording mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. The indicator changes as follows: FADER t MONOTONE t OVERLAP tWIPE tDOTt no indicator The last selected fader mode is indicated first. (2) Press START/STOP. After the fade in/out is carried out, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode.
Using special effects – Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV. NEG. ART [a] : SEPIA : B&W : SOLARIZE [b] : SLIM [c] : STRETCH [d] : [a] The color and brightness of the picture is reversed. The picture gets sepia-toned. The picture appears in monochrome (black-and-white). The light intensity is emphatic, and the picture looks like an illustration. The picture expands vertically. The picture expands horizontally.
Using special effects – Digital effect You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can record still images successively at constant intervals. TRAIL You can record the picture so that an incidental image like a trail is left. OLD MOVIE You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures.
Using special effects – Digital effect (1) In standby or recording mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT. The digital effect indicator appears. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mode. The digital effect indicator changes as follows: STILL y FLASH y LUMI. y TRAIL y OLD MOVIE (3) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The indicator lights up and the bar appears. In STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect.
Using special effects – Digital effect When you turn the power off The digital effect function will be automatically canceled.
Shooting with manual adjustment Under normal conditions, this unit automatically makes various adjustments as it shoots. However, you can adjust the following functions manually to suit your preference.
Shooting with manual adjustment Adjusting exposure Adjust the exposure manually under the following cases. •The background is too bright (back lighting) •Insufficient light: most of the picture is dark •Bright subject and dark background •To record the darkness faithfully 2 1 AUTO LOCK Advanced Recording Operations (1) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position while the camcorder is in standby, recording, or memory mode. (2) Press EXPOSURE.
Shooting with manual adjustment Adjusting the shutter speed (1) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position while the camcorder is in standby, recording, or memory mode. (2) If the PROGRAM AE indicator is lit, press PROGRAM AE repeatedly until the indicator disappears from the LCD or viewfinder screen. (3) Press SHUTTER SPEED. The shutter speed indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired speed.
Shooting with manual adjustment Using the ND filter Using the ND filter (the ND filter 1 setting corresponds to 1/4 of the quantity of light and the ND filter 2 setting corresponds to 1/32 of the quantity of light), you can record a picture clearly by adjusting light amounts, even if you shoot under too bright conditions. When the ND1 or ND2 indicator flashes on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder When ND OFF flashes on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder The ND filter is not necessary.
Shooting with manual adjustment Shooting with the zebra pattern You can set the camcorder to display a zebra pattern (diagonal stripes) in the portion of the picture on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder with a subject whose brightness exceeds a certain level. When the ZEBRA selector is set to 100, the portion of the picture where zebra pattern appears is an area of high brightness and overexposure. You can check the picture level of a subject by displaying the zebra pattern.
Shooting with manual adjustment Releasing the SteadyShot function When the SteadyShot function is working, the camcorder compensates for camerashake. You can release the SteadyShot function when you do not need to use it. The indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. Do not use the SteadyShot function when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. Press MENU to display the menu in standby or memory mode. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
Adjusting the white balance White balance adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural color balance for camera recording. Normally, white balance is automatically adjusted. You can obtain better results by adjusting the white balance manually when lighting conditions change quickly or when recording outdoors: e.g., neon signs, fireworks. (1) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position while the camcorder is in standby, recording, or memory mode.
Adjusting the white balance If you have selected in step 3 When you set the white balance to one-push white balance mode, the setting is locked and maintained even if lighting conditions change. You can achieve recording with natural colors without the image being affected by ambient light. (With the indicator on the screen) (1) Aim a white object such as paper fully. (2) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The indicator flashes quickly.
Adjusting recording level manually – Sound recording level You can adjust the recording sound level. Use headphones to monitor the sound when you adjust it. Setting up the menu (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select MIC LEVEL, then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select MANUAL, then press the dial. Press MENU to erase the menu display.
Adjusting recording level manually – Sound recording level Notes on the manual adjustment •The recording level setting is retained for about five minutes after removing the battery. •The recording level indicator appears at the lower-right on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. The sound input through the AUDIO L/R jacks or You cannot adjust the recording level.
Presetting the adjustment for picture quality – Custom preset You can preset the camcorder to record the picture with the desired picture quality. When presetting, adjust the picture by shooting a subject and checking the picture displayed on a TV using the menu settings. (1) Press CUSTOM PRESET to display the CUSTOM PRESET menu in standby or memory mode. (2) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET, then press the dial.
Presetting the adjustment for picture quality Items to be adjusted Meaning Color intensity SHARPNESS WB SHIFT AE SHIFT AGC LIMIT RESET Sharpness White balance Brightness Auto Gain-limit Sets items above to the default settings. Adjustment value Decreases color intensity y Increases color intensity Softer y Sharper Bluish y Reddish –4 y +4 6 dB/12 dB/OFF To cancel using the custom preset Select OFF in step 4, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select from five PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation, referring to the following. Selecting the best mode Select a proper PROGRAM AE mode referring to the following description. A: Aperture priority mode Selecting the aperture to determine the desired depth of field. Gain and shutter speed are automatically set in combination with the aperture value to maintain appropriate exposure.
Using the PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function Aperture priority mode: Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired aperture value. As you turn the dial, the F value changes between F1.6 and F11. For a smaller aperture, select a higher value. The gain and shutter speed change in accordance with the selected aperture value. Advanced Recording Operations (1) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position while the camcorder is in standby, recording, or memory mode.
Using the PROGRAM AE function Notes •In sports lesson mode, you cannot take close-ups. This is because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance. •In sunset & moon mode, your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects. •The old movie mode and the shutter speed adjustment do not work in PROGRAM AE mode.
Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases: •The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting – subjects through glass coated with water droplets – horizontal stripes – subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls and sky •When you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground to a subject in the background •Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod 1 2 FOCUS Advanced Recording Operations (1) Slide FOCUS down
Interval recording You can make a time-lapse recording by Example 1s setting the camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve an [a] excellent recording for flowering, emergence, etc., with this function. 1s 9 min 59 s 9 min 59 s [a] [b] 10 min [b] 10 min [a] Recording time [b]Waiting time (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) 1 Press MENU to display the menu in standby mode. , then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INT.
Interval recording (6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial. (7) Press MENU to erase the menu display. The interval recording indicator flashes. (8) Press START/STOP to start interval recording. The interval recording indicator lights up. POWER VCR 8 7 MENU CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9W I DE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC I NT. REC ON RETURN I NTERVAL [MENU] : END Advanced Recording Operations MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) 6 To cancel the interval recording •Set INT.
Frame by frame recording – Cut recording You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using cut recording. To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a cut recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate the camcorder using the Remote Commander after step 6. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Press MENU to display the menu in standby mode. , then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select FRAME REC, then press the dial.
Marking an Index If you mark an index at the scene you want to search for, you can easily search for the scene later (p. 65). [a] Advanced Recording Operations In recording mode [a]: Press INDEX MARK. The “INDEX MARK” indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder for seven seconds and the index is marked after the indicator disappears. In standby mode [b]: Press INDEX MARK. The “INDEX STBY” indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
— Advanced Playback Operations — Quickly locating a scene using the zero set memory function Using the zero set memory function, your camcorder rewinds or advances the tape to locate the desired scene, and the searching automatically stops at the scene having a tape counter value of “0:00:00.” You can do this with the Remote Commander. (1) In playback mode, press DISPLAY if the counter is not on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (2) Press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you want to locate later.
Searching for a recording by index – Index search You can automatically search for the point where an index is marked and start playback from that point (Index search). Use a tape with cassette memory for convenience. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Use this function to check where indexes are marked or to edit the tape at each sequence where the index is marked. Searching for the index point using cassette memory You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory (p.
Searching for a recording by index – Index search In the mark •The bar in the •The mark in the mark indicates the present point on the tape. indicates the actual point you are trying to search for. If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The index search function may not work correctly. If you mark an index onto an external input signal “LINE” appears in the CH column.
Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title – Title search If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries of recorded tape by title (Title search) (p. 144). Use the Remote Commander for this operation. 1 3 POWER TITLE SEARCH VCR SEARCH MODE HELLO! CONGRATULATIONS! HAPPY NEW YEAR! PRESENT GOOD MORNING WEDDING MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHG) 1 2 3 4 5 6 4 Advanced Playback Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. to ON in the menu settings (p. 109).
Searching a recording by date – Date search You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and start playback from that point (Date search). Use a tape with cassette memory for convenience. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date. Searching for the date using cassette memory You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory (p. 144).
Searching a recording by date – Date search Note If one day’s recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes. In the mark •The bar in the •The mark in the mark indicates the present point on the tape. indicates the actual point you are trying to search. If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The date search function may not work correctly.
Searching for a photo – Photo search/ Photo scan You can search for a still picture you have recorded on a tape (photo search). You can also search for still pictures one after another and display each picture for five seconds automatically regardless of cassette memory (photo scan). Use the Remote Commander for these operations. Use this function to check or edit still pictures. Searching for a photo using cassette memory You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory (p.
Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan Searching for a photo without using cassette memory To stop searching Press x. Scanning photo (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the photo scan indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows: INDEX SEARCH t TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t no indicator (3) Press . or > on the Remote Commander. Each photo is played back for about five seconds automatically.
Playing back a tape with picture effects During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect functions: NEG. ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE. In playback or playback pause mode, press PICTURE EFFECT and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial until the desired picture effect indicator (NEG. ART, SEPIA, B&W or SOLARIZE) appears. For details of each picture effect function, see page 40. PICTURE EFFECT To cancel the picture effect function Press PICTURE EFFECT so that the indicator disappears.
Playing back a tape with digital effects During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. (1) In playback or playback pause mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT and turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial until the desired digital effect indicator (STILL, FLASH, LUMI. or TRAIL) flashes. (2) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The digital effect indicator lights up and the bars appear. In STILL or LUMI.
— Editing — Dubbing a tape Using the A/V connecting cable Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Before a dubbing Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (Default setting is LCD.) Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE, if available. (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
Dubbing a tape Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain high-quality pictures With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks on both your camcorder and the TV or the VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a tape without operating the VCR. Scenes can be selected by frame. [a] [a] [b] [a] Undesired frame [b]Moves the scene Before operating the digital program editing Preparation 1 Connecting the VCR (p. 74, 75). Preparation 2 Setting the VCR to operate by infrared rays emitter (p. 77)/Setting the VCR to operate with an i.LINK cable (p. 81).
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Preparation 2: Setting the VCR to operate by infrared rays emitter To edit using the VCR, send the control signal by infrared ray to the remote sensor on the VCR. When you connect using the A/V cable, this procedure is required. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to LINE. When you connect a video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to VCR.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing About the IR SETUP code The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code, depending on your VCR. Code number 1 is the default setting. Brand Sony Admiral (M. Wards) Aiwa Akai Audio Dynamic Bell & Howell (M.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Setting the buttons to cancel the recording pause on the VCR (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PAUSEMODE, then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the button to cancel recording pause on the VCR, then press the dial. The correct button depends on your VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Confirming the VCR operation (1) Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set it to recording pause. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select IR TEST, then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. If the VCR starts recording, the setting is correct. When finished, the indicator changes to COMPLETE.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Preparation 2: Setting the VCR to operate with an i.LINK cable When you connect using an i.LINK cable (optional), follow the procedures below. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to DV input. When you connect a video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to VCR. (3) Press MENU to display the menu. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Preparation 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR You can adjust the synchronization of your camcorder and the VCR. Remove the cassette from the camcorder beforehand. We recommend that you prepare a pen and paper for notes. When you connect to a Sony VCR using an i.LINK cable, and have set CONTROL to i.LINK, the setup below is not necessary. (1) Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set it to recording pause. When you connect using an i.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (10)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select “CUT-IN,” then press the dial. (11)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the average numerical value of CUT-IN, then press the dial. The calculated start position for recording is set. (12)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select “CUT-OUT,” then press the dial. (13)Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the average numerical value of CUT-OUT, then press the dial. The calculated stop position for recording is set.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing If the VCR does not operate correctly Make sure the IR SETUP code is correct; reset if necessary. When the operations of the VCR do not work with an i.LINK cable Keep the i.LINK connection, and carry out Preparation 2 (p. 77) again. The audio and video signals are sent as digital signals. Operation 1: Making Programs (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (6) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, or MARK on the Remote Commander. The CUT-IN point of the first program is set, and the top part of the program mark changes to light blue. (7) Search for the end of the first scene you want to insert using the video operating buttons, then pause playback (p. 30). (8) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, or MARK on the Remote Commander.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Erasing the last program To change the end of the last program, delete the CUT-OUT mark. To erase the whole program, delete both the CUT-IN and CUT-OUT marks. (1) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select UNDO, then press the dial. The last set program mark flashes. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial and the setting is canceled. To cancel erasing Select RETURN in step 2, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing Operation 2: Performing a digital program editing (Dubbing a tape) Make sure your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. When you use an i.LINK cable, you do not have to set the VCR to recording pause. When you use a video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to VCR. (1) Select VIDEO EDIT. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select START, then press the dial.
Using with an analog video unit and a PC – Signal convert function You can convert the analog input signal to the digital signal and output it from the DV Interface on this camcorder. You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connecting a PC which has i.LINK (IEEE1394) connector to your camcorder. S VIDEO S video cable (optional) OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO i.LINK (IEEE1394) A/V connecting cable (supplied) i.LINK cable (optional) : Signal flow (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
Recording video or TV programs Using the A/V connecting cable You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. 5 REC Editing (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder. If you want to record a tape from the VCR, insert a recorded tape into the VCR. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (3) Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings (p. 109).
Recording video or TV programs If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white plug to the audio output jack on the VCR or the TV. The red plugs are not used. Connect using an S video cable (optional) to obtain high-quality pictures With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the VCR.
Recording video or TV programs Using an i.LINK cable Simply connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to DV Interface and to DV Interface of the DV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. 5 REC DV Interface Editing (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder, and insert the recorded tape into the VCR. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
Recording video or TV programs You can connect only one VCR using the i.LINK cable When you dub a picture in digital form The color of the display may be uneven. However this does not affect the dubbed picture. If you record a still picture in playback pause mode via the DV Interface The recorded picture becomes rough. And when you play back the picture using your camcorder, the picture may jitter.
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert editing You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as on page 74 or 88. Insert a cassette containing the desired scene into the VCR.
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert editing To change the insert end point Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from step 3. Using the Remote Commander In step 5, press zREC and MARK simultaneously, then immediately press X. And in step 6, press X at the scene from which you want to start recording.
Audio dubbing You can record an audio sound to add to the original sound on a tape by connecting audio equipment or a microphone. If you connect audio equipment, you can add sound to your recorded tape by specifying the starting and ending points. The original sound will not be erased. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connecting the microphone with the MIC jack MIC (PLUG IN POWER) MIC LINE Set the MIC/LINE switch to MIC.
Audio dubbing Connecting the microphone with the intelligent accessory shoe Microphone (optional) We recommend that you use the gun microphone. If the microphone can select the zoom microphone type, set it to the gun microphone position. Dubbing with the AUDIO L/R jacks Audio equipment (optional) LINE OUT L R AUDIO L/R AUDIO L : Signal flow AUDIO R Do not connect the video (yellow) plug. Dubbing with the supplied microphone No connection is necessary.
Audio dubbing Adding an audio sound on a recorded tape (1) Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (3) Locate the recording start point by pressing N. Then press X at the point where you want to start recording to set your camcorder to the playback pause mode. (4) Press AUDIO DUB. The green X indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (5) Press X and start playing back the audio you want to record at the same time.
Audio dubbing Notes •New sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the 16-bit mode (p. 113). •New sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the LP mode. •You cannot add audio with the DV Interface. If you make all the connections The audio input to be recorded will take precedence over others in the following order. •MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack •Intelligent accessory shoe •AUDIO L/R jacks •Built-in microphone If an i.
Superimposing a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title while recording or after recording. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for five seconds from the point where you superimposed it. You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 103). You can also select the color, size and position of titles. VACATION 1 Editing (1) Press TITLE to display the title menu in standby, recording, playback, or playback pause mode.
Superimposing a title (5) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial again to complete the setting. In playback, playback pause, or recording mode: The “TITLE SAVE” indicator appears on the screen for five seconds and the title is set. In standby mode: The “TITLE” indicator appears. When you press START/STOP to start recording, “TITLE SAVE” appears on the screen for five seconds and the title is set. If you set the write-protect tab to lock You cannot superimpose or erase the title.
Superimposing a title Title setting •The title color changes as follows: WHITE y YELLOW y VIOLET y RED y CYAN y GREEN y BLUE •The title size changes as follows: SMALL y LARGE You cannot input more than 12 characters in LARGE size. •If you select the title size “SMALL,” you have nine choices for the title position. If you select the title size “LARGE,” you have eight choices for the title position. If the “ FULL” mark appears The cassette memory is full.
Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) (2) (3) (4) Set the POWER switch to VCR or CAMERA. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select TITLEERASE, then press the dial. The title erase display appears. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the dial. The “ERASE OK ?” indicator appears.
Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in cassette memory. Each title can have up to 20 characters. 1 2 TITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET TITLE TITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET RETURN [T I TLE] : END [T I TLE] : END PRESET TITLE HELLO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS! OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END 3 Editing (1) Press TITLE in the standby, playback, or playback pause mode. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
Making your own titles To change a title you have stored In step 3, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you want to change, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select [C], then press the dial to delete the title. The last character is erased. Enter a new title as desired.
Labeling a cassette If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and set the POWER switch to VCR, CAMERA, or MEMORY, the label is displayed for about five seconds. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) 2 MENU POWER VCR 3 Editing (8) (9) Insert the cassette you want to label. Set the POWER switch to VCR or CAMERA. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press the dial.
Labeling a cassette To change the label you have made Insert the cassette to change the label, and operate in the same way as you do to make a new label. If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock You cannot label the tape. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection. If you have superimposed titles in the cassette When the label is displayed, up to four titles also appear. When the “-----” indicator has fewer than 10 spaces The cassette memory is full.
Erasing the cassette memory data You can erase data stored in cassette memory, each item’s data can be erased separately. You can also erase all items’ data once. Erasing each item’s data separately (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Set the POWER switch to VCR or CAMERA. Press MENU to display the menu display. , then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ITEM ERASE, then press the dial.
Erasing the cassette memory data Erasing all the data in cassette memory (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Set the POWER switch to VCR or CAMERA. Press MENU to display the menu display. , then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ERASE ALL, then press the dial. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select OK, then press the dial. “OK” changes to “EXECUTE.” (6) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
— Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and then the mode. (1) In standby, or when the POWER switch is set to VCR or MEMORY, press MENU. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired icon, then press the dial to set it.
Changing the menu settings To make the menu display disappear Press MENU. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The LCD screen or viewfinder screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item FRAME REC INT. REC HiFi SOUND Mode z OFF ON ON z OFF SET z STEREO 1 2 — ST1 POWER switch CAMERA CAMERA VCR VCR ST2 A/VtDV OUT z OFF VCR LCD B. L. VCR CAMERA MEMORY LCD COLOR To output analog images in digital format using your camcorder. To output digital images in analog format ON using your camcorder. z BRT NORMAL To set the brightness on the LCD screen to normal. To brighten the LCD screen.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode CONTINUOUS z OFF ON MULTI SCRN QUALITY z SUPER FINE (SFN) FINE (FINE) STANDARD (STD) PRINT MARK z OFF ON PROTECT z OFF ON SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT PHOTO SAVE z RETURN OK Meaning Not to record continuously. To record four images continuously (p. 122). To record nine images continuously (p. 122). To record still images in the super fine image quality mode, using a “Memory Stick” (p. 119).
Changing the menu settings Icon/item CM SEARCH Mode z ON OFF TAPE TITLE TITLE DSPL ITEM ERASE — ERASE ALL — REC MODE z SP LP AUDIO MODE z 12BIT 16BIT POWER switch VCR VCR CAMERA To display the title you have superimposed. VCR Not to display the title. VCR To erase the title you have superimposed CAMERA (p. 102). VCR To erase each item’s data in cassette CAMERA memory (p. 107). VCR To erase all the data in cassette memory (p. 108). CAMERA To record in the SP (Standard Play) mode.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item qREMAIN Mode z AUTO ON DATA CODE z DATE/CAM MIC LEVEL DATE z AUTO MANUAL CLOCK SET — LTR SIZE z NORMAL 2× DEMO MODE z ON OFF WORLD TIME Meaning To display the remaining tape indication: • for about eight seconds after your camcorder is turned on and calculates the remaining amount of tape • for about eight seconds after a cassette is inserted and your camcorder calculates the remaining amount of tape • for about eight seconds after N is pressed in VCR mode •
Changing the menu settings Icon/item BEEP Mode z MELODY POWER switch VCR CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA VCR Customizing Your Camcorder Meaning To chime a melody in normal operations, and beep a warning sound for five seconds. NORMAL To beep in the following situations: When you turn on the power, the recording starts/stops, or a warning message appears. OFF To cancel the melody, beep, and shutter click sound.
— “Memory Stick” Operations — Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction The “Memory Stick” is a new light and small recording media which, despite its size, can store more data than a floppy disk. You can use following types of “Memory Stick” on your camcorder. However, appearance on the list does not guarantee the operation of all types of “Memory Stick” on your camcorder.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction A “Memory Stick” formatted by a computer A “Memory Stick” formatted by the Windows OS or Macintosh computers does not have a guaranteed compatibility with this camcorder. Note on using the “Memory Stick Duo” You can use a “Memory Stick Duo” in your camcorder after inserting it into the Memory Stick Duo adaptor. You may damage the “Memory Stick Duo” or the Memory Stick slot on your camcorder in the following situations.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Inserting a “Memory Stick” Insert the “Memory Stick” with the Sony logo pointing toward the LCD panel and the b mark pointing inward. Access lamp To eject a “Memory Stick” Push the “Memory Stick” inward, then release your finger. The “Memory Stick” comes out a little. Note The “Memory Stick” may pop out depending on the way you push it. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Never shake or strike your camcorder.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Selecting the image quality mode You can select the image quality mode in still picture recording. The default setting is SUPER FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR or MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. , then press the dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select QUALITY, then press the dial.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Differences in image quality mode Recorded images are compressed in JPEG format before being stored in memory. The memory capacity allotted to each image varies depending on the image quality mode selected. Details are shown in the table below. Image quality mode SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD Memory capacity Approx. 190 KB Approx. 100 KB Approx. 60 KB Note on the image quality mode indicator This is only displayed during recording.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording You can record still images on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until the desired still picture appears. The green z mark stops flashing, then lights up.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording While you are recording a still image You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button. Recording images continuously You can record still images continuously. Select one of the two modes described below before recording. Continuous mode [a] You can four record still images continuously.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select CONTINUOUS, then press the dial. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired setting, then press the dial.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Note on using a video flash light (optional) The video flash light does not work in the continuous or multi screen mode if you install it to the intelligent accessory shoe. Self-timer memory photo recording You can make a memory photo recording with the self-timer. This mode is useful when you want to record yourself. You can also use the Remote Commander. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.
Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a moving picture – MEMORY MIX You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on a “Memory Stick” on the top of the moving picture you are recording. M. CHROM (Memory chromakey) You can swap a blue area of a still image such as an illustration or a frame with a moving picture. M. LUMI (Memory luminancekey) You can swap a brighter area of a still image such as a handwritten illustration or title with a moving picture.
Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a moving picture – MEMORY MIX Before operation Insert a recorded “Memory Stick” and a tape to be recorded into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press MEMORY MIX in standby mode. The last recorded or last composed image appears on the lower part of the screen as a thumbnail image. (3) Press MEMORY+/– or +/– on the Remote Commander to select the still image you want to superimpose.
Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a moving picture – MEMORY MIX Items to be adjusted M. CHROM M. LUMI C. CHROM M.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a recorded tape and a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press N. The picture recorded on the tape is played back.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image Titles that are already recorded on tapes You cannot record the titles on a “Memory Stick.” When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button. Recording a still image from other equipment (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder and set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image When recording the image through the DV Interface : Signal flow i.LINK cable (optional) 130 DV Interface i.
Copying still images from a tape – Photo save Using the search function, you can automatically take in only still images from tapes and record them on a “Memory Stick” in sequence. Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape. •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) (2) (3) (4) Set the POWER switch to VCR. Press MENU to display the menu. , then press the dial.
Copying still images from a tape – Photo save To cancel copying Press MENU. When the memory of the “Memory Stick” is full “MEMORY FULL” appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, and the copying stops. Insert another “Memory Stick” and repeat the procedure from step 2. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Never shake or strike your camcorder. Also, do not turn the power off, eject the “Memory Stick” or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur.
Viewing a still picture – Memory Photo playback You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR or MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press MEMORY PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed. (3) Press MEMORY +/– or +/– on the Remote Commander to select the desired still image.
Viewing a still picture – Memory Photo playback Screen indicators during still image playback 100–0002 6 / 15 MEMORY PLAY Image number/ Total number of recorded images Print mark Protect Data file name On data file name •When the hyphen is indicated between the directory and the file number, this data file name means that this file corresponds to the DCF98 standard.
Viewing a still picture – Memory Photo playback A red B mark appears above the image that is displayed before changing to the index screen mode. MEMORY – : to display the previous six images MEMORY + : to display the following six images 7 8 9 10 11 12 [b] 100-0019 12 / 19 [a] [a] File name [b] B mark Press MEMORY +/– to move the B mark to the image you want to display on full screen, then press MEMORY PLAY. Files modified with personal computers These files may not be displayed on the index screen.
Copying an image recorded on a “Memory Stick” to tapes You can copy still images or titles recorded on a “Memory Stick” to a tape. Before operation Insert a tape for recording and a “Memory Stick” for playback into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Using the video control buttons, search for a point where you want to record the desired still image. Set the tape to playback pause mode. (3) Press z REC and the button on its right simultaneously on your camcorder.
Copying an image recorded on a “Memory Stick” to tapes Note on the index screen You cannot record the index screen. Image data modified with personal computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to copy them with your camcorder. If you press DISPLAY in standby or recording mode You can see memory playback and the file name indicators in addition to the indicators pertinent to tapes, such as the time code indicator.
Playing back images continuously – SLIDE SHOW You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial.
Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Play back the image you want to protect (p. 133). (3) Press MENU to display the menu. , then press the dial.
Deleting images You can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.” Deleting selected images Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Play back the image you want to delete (p. 133). (3) Press MEMORY DELETE. “DELETE?” appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (4) Press MEMORY DELETE again. The selected image is deleted.
Deleting images Deleting all the images You can delete all the unprotected images in a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select DELETE ALL, then press the dial.
Deleting images To cancel deleting all the images in the “Memory Stick” Select RETURN in step 5 or 6, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
Writing a print mark – Print mark You can specify the recorded still image to be printed out. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Play back the image to be printed out (p. 133).
— Additional Information — Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use the mini DV cassette only*. You cannot use any other 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, VHSC, S-VHS, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, DV or MICROMV cassette. * There are two types of mini DV cassettes: with cassette memory and without cassette memory. Tapes with cassette memory have (Cassette Memory) mark. Sony mark to enjoy your camcorder fully.
Usable cassettes Audio mode 12-bit mode: The original sound can be recorded in stereo 1, and the new sound in stereo 2 in 32 kHz. The balance between stereo 1 and stereo 2 can be adjusted by selecting AUDIO MIX in the menu settings during playback. Both sounds can be played back. 16-bit mode: A new sound cannot be recorded but the original sound can be recorded in high quality. Moreover, it can also play back sound recorded in 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz.
About i.LINK Your camcorder is equipped with the DV Interface based on i.LINK (IEEE1394) standard. This section explains the specifications and features of i.LINK. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface designed to integrate the devices equipped with i.LINK connector. By connecting i.LINK devices, i.LINK allows your device to: – Transmit and receive data such as digital audio and digital video signals in two ways – Control other i.
About i.LINK i. LINK operation with your camcorder For details on dubbing your camcorder to your VCR equipped with DV Interface, see page 75, 91. Your camcorder is available for use with other devices equipped with Sony i.LINK connector (DV Interface) (eg. VAIO personal computer series). Beware that some of the video equipment such as the Digital Televisions, the DVD recorders/players or the MICROMV recorders/players are equipped with the i.LINK connector but not compatible with the DV equipment.
Troubleshooting If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the LCD screen, display window or in the viewfinder, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 154. In the recording mode Symptom START/STOP does not operate. The power goes off.
Troubleshooting Symptom Some tiny white spots appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. Diagonal stripes appear on the screen. Unknown pictures or messages are displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. The click of the shutter does not sound. The image is not bright even if you use the video flash light. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • When the shutter speed is too low or the low lux mode is selected.
Troubleshooting Symptom Displaying the recorded date, date search function does not work. The new sound now being added, or that has been added to the recorded tape is not heard. The title is not displayed. The sound is muted or images do not appear when monitoring images through TV/VCR. Cause and/or Corrective Actions •The tape has no cassette memory. c Use a tape with cassette memory. (p. 68, 144) •CM SEARCH is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to ON. (p.
Troubleshooting Symptom The cassette cannot be removed from the holder. The % and Z indicators flash and no functions except for cassette ejection work. indicator does not appear when using a tape with cassette memory. Remaining tape indicator is not displayed. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The power source is disconnected. c Connect it firmly. (p. 9, 13) • The battery is dead. c Use a charged battery pack. (p. 9, 10) • Moisture condensation has occurred.
Troubleshooting Symptom The photo save function does not work. Cause and/or Corrective Actions •The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. c Set the tab to write. (p. 116) •The battery pack is dead. c Install a charged battery pack or use the AC Adaptor instead of the battery pack. (p. 9, 13) Others Symptom The title is not recorded. The cassette label is not recorded. While editing using the i.LINK cable, recording picture cannot be monitored. Digital program editing does not function.
Troubleshooting Symptom The Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder does not work. The input picture does not appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder when your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR. The melody or beep sounds for five seconds. You cannot charge the battery pack. The camcorder is immediately turned off even if the amount of the battery remaining time is enough to operate. No function works though the power is on. • Moisture condensation has occurred.
Self-diagnosis display Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. This function displays the current condition of your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of a letter and figures) on the LCD screen, display window, or in the viewfinder. If a 5-digit code is displayed, check the following code chart. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of your camcorder.
Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following: See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Warning indicators E The battery is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing: •The battery is nearly dead. Depending on conditions, the E indicator may flash, even if there are five to 10 minutes remaining. If this flashes, we recommend that you charge the battery or install the charged battery.
Warning indicators and messages 100-0001 “(Warning indicators) Memory Stick” file error* Slow flashing: •File is broken. •File has no compatibility. “Memory Stick” format error* Fast flashing: •There are two directories or more. •Data is broken. •“Memory Stick” is not formatted correctly (p. 112). Warning messages •CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 14). •FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 10). BATTERY ONLY •MEMORY FULL The “Memory Stick” is full in photo save function (p. 132).
Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad You can use your camcorder in any country or region with the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L15A/L15B [a] [b] Your camcorder is an NTSC system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system based TV with the AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.
Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the % indicator flashes.
Maintenance information and precautions Removing Dust from Inside the Viewfinder (1) While holding down the hook 1, slide the viewfinder in the direction of the arrow and remove it out 2. (2) Clean the surface with a commercially available blower. 1 2 Do step 1 above sliding the viewfinder in the reverse direction of the arrow. Maintenance information Cleaning the video head To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads.
Maintenance information and precautions Charging the built-in rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery so that the date, time and other settings are retained even when the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG). The built-in rechargeable battery is always charged as long as you are using your camcorder. The battery, however, will get discharged gradually if you do not use your camcorder. It will be completely discharged in about four months if you do not use your camcorder at all.
Maintenance information and precautions •Do not let sand get into your camcorder. When you use your camcorder on a sandy beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause your camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. AC Adaptor Rechargeable battery pack •Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function.
Maintenance information and precautions Notes on dry batteries To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following: •Be sure to insert the batteries with the + – polarities matched to the + – marks. •Dry batteries are not rechargeable. •Do not use a combination of new and old batteries. •Do not use different types of batteries. •Current flows from batteries when you are not using them for a long time. •Do not use leaking batteries.
Specifications Video camera recorder System Input/Output connectors S video input/output Input/output auto switch 4-pin mini DIN Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced LCD screen Picture 6.2cm (2.5 type) Total dot number 211 000 (960 × 220) General Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using LCD 4.7 W Viewfinder 4.
— Quick Reference — Identifying the parts and controls Camcorder 1 9 2 0 3 qa 4 qs 5 qd 6 qf 7 qg 8 1 INDEX MARK button (p. 63) 8 BACK LIGHT button (p. 23) 2 Zoom ring (p. 21) 9 END SEARCH button (p. 26) 3 Focus ring (p. 59) 0 EDITSEARCH buttons (p. 26) 4 ND FILTER selector (p. 47) qa EXPOSURE dial (p. 45) 5 FOCUS selector (p. 59) qs EXPOSURE button (p. 45) 6 PUSH AUTO button (p. 59) qd Display window (p. 171) 7 FADER button (p. 39) qf OPEN button (p.
Identifying the parts and controls qh qj wh qk wj ql wk wl w; wa DISPLAY ws DATA CODE wd TITLE PLAY DIGITAL EFFECT MEMORY INDEX DELETE e; MEMORY MIX ea PICTURE EFFECT es wf ed wg ef wh Battery pack (p. 9) qj LCD screen (p. 18) wj ZEBRA selector (p. 48) qk LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 19) wk RESET button (p. 153) ql VOLUME buttons (p. 27) wl MEMORY INDEX button (p. 134) w; MEMORY PLAY button (p. 133) e; MEMORY DELETE button (p. 140) wa DISPLAY button (p.
Identifying the parts and controls eg ek eh el ej r; SLOW STOP REC REW ra AUDIO DUB PLAY FF rs PAUSE rd rf 166 eg Handle zoom lever (p. 21) ek Handle REC START/STOP button (p. 19) eh Handle zoom switch (p. 21) el Remote sensor/infrared ray emitter ej Video control buttons (p.
Identifying the parts and controls Attaching/removing the eyecup •When removing the eyecup, pull lightly the upper edge of it with your fingers [a], insert a finger into the gap that appears between the eyecup and viewfnder [b], then remove it. When attaching the eyecup, fit it onto the camcorder slide it all the way along grooves until it stops. •Do not pull the eyecup inward or with excessive force [c]. Doing so may damage the eyecup.
Identifying the parts and controls rg th rh rj rk rl tj t; tk ta tl ts y; td ya tf ys tg yd rg Hooks for shoulder strap tg Memory Stick slot (p. 118) rh Power zoom lever (p. 21) th Cassette lid (p. 15) rj PHOTO button (p. 32, 121) tj PUSH button (p. 15) rk BATT (battery) RELEASE lever (p. 9) tk Grip strap rl PROGRAM AE button (p. 58) tl LOCK switch (p. 16) t; AUTO LOCK selector (p. 44) y; POWER switch (p. 16) ta WHT BAL button (p. 50) ya START/STOP button (p.
Identifying the parts and controls yf ud yg uf yh ug yj uh yk uj yl uk u; ul ua i; us ia is uh Microphone (p. 96) yg Remote sensor uj S VIDEO jack (p. 31, 74, 89, 129) yh Camera recording lamp (p. 16) uk VIDEO jack (p. 31, 74, 89, 129) yj CUSTOM PRESET button (p. 54) ul AUDIO L/R jack (p. 31, 74, 89, 96) yk Viewfinder adjustment lever (p. 20) i; yl Hook for removing the viewfinder (p. 159) u; EJECT switch (p. 15) ua DC IN jack (p.
Identifying the parts and controls Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 0 qa qs 7 8 1 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder. 9 DATA CODE button (p. 28) 2 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 64) qs ./> buttons (p. 65, 67, 68, 70) 3 PHOTO button (p. 32, 121) qd AUDIO DUB button (p. 97) 4 DISPLAY button (p.
Identifying the parts and controls To prepare the Remote Commander Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – polarities on the batteries to the + – marks inside the battery compartment. Notes on the Remote Commander •Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly. •Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2.
Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa qs qd qf qg 1 2 0 min W T ST I L L 1 6 : 9 W I DE NEG . AR T AU TO 6 0 AWB F11 0 dB JUL 4 2003 ND1 0:1 2:3 4 1 2 0 min Z E RO S E T M E MO R Y E ND S E A RCH DV I N 1 6B I T 100–0019 1 2 : 0 5 : 5 6 AM 1 Cassette memory (p. 144) qk Warning (p. 155) 2 Remaining battery time (p. 22) ql Tape counter (p. 64)/ Time code (p. 22)/ Self-diagnosis (p. 154)/ Photo mode (p. 32)/ Image number (p. 134) 3 Zoom (p. 21)/Exposure (p.
Quick Function Guide Functions to adjust exposure (in the recording mode) •In insufficient light •In dark environments such as sunset, fireworks, or general night views •Shooting backlit subjects •In spotlight, such as at the theater or a formal event Low lux mode (p. 56) Sunset & moon mode (p. 56) BACK LIGHT (p. 23) SPOT LIGHT (p.
Index A, B A/V connecting cable ................................ 31, 74, 89 AC Adaptor ........................... 10 Adjusting shutter speed ...... 46 Adjusting viewfinder ........... 20 AE SHIFT ............................... 56 Audio dubbing ...................... 95 AUDIO LEVEL ..................... 52 AUDIO MIX ......................... 111 AUDIO MODE .................... 113 AUTO SHTR ........................ 110 BACK LIGHT ........................ 23 Battery pack .............................
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