3-069-933-11 (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. Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No.
Main Features Taking moving or still images, and playing them back •Recording a picture on a tape (p. 22) •Recording a still image on a tape (p. 41) •Playing back a tape (p. 34) •Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” (p. 122) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) •Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” (p. 129) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) •Viewing a still image recorded on a “Memory Stick” (p. 142) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) •Viewing a moving picture on a “Memory Stick” (p.
Main Features Getting started Functions to give an effect to your recordings •Digital zoom (p. 105) The default setting is set to OFF. (To zoom greater than 10×, set up the D ZOOM item in the menu settings.) •Fader (p. 45) •Picture effect (p. 48) •Digital effect (p. 49) •Title (p. 98, 101) •MEMORY MIX (p. 135) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) Functions to give a natural appearance to your recordings •Manual focus (p. 59) •Landscape mode (p. 52) Functions used after recording •END SEARCH (p. 32) •DATA CODE (p.
Introduction – Basic operations This section describes the basic control ways to operate the camcorder. How to turn on the power and select the mode To supply the power for the camcorder, see “Step 1 Preparing the power supply” on page 18. 1,2 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/ NETWORK VCR (CHG) OFF ON MODE (1) Slide the POWER switch down while pressing the small green button, then release your finger. The camcorder is turned on, and then the camcorder turns to the CAMERA mode so that the CAMERA lamp lights up.
Introduction – Basic operations How to use the control button Most of the operations are carried out by the control button. Select a button displayed on the screen using the control button, then press the center z on the control button. 2 Getting started 1 (1) Press v/V/b/B on the control button repeatedly to select the desired button displayed on the screen. The selected button turns orange.
Introduction – Basic operations How to use the FN screen If FN is not displayed on the screen, press DISPLAY or the center z on the control button. 1–3 DISPLAY (1) Select FN with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. The FN screen appears. PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT MENU FADER FN FOCUS SELF TIMER MEM MIX EXPO– SURE In CAMERA mode (2) To change the page, select PAGE1, PAGE2, or PAGE3 with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. The PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3 screen appears.
Introduction – Basic operations The screen buttons on the PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3 screen In CAMERA mode MENU, FADER, SELFTIMER, MEM MIX*, EXPOSURE, FOCUS PAGE2 LCD BRT, VOL, END SCH, TITLE PAGE3 DIG EFFT, COUNT RESET Getting started PAGE1 In VCR mode PAGE1 MENU, VOL, TITLE, MULTI SRCH, x/ PLAY*, m PAGE2 LCD BRT, DIG EFFT, END SCH, x/ PAGE3 DATA CODE, COUNT RESET, qREC CTRL, x/ PLAY*, m *, BX *, M *, BX *, M PLAY*, m * * *, BX *, M * * (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) See p.
Table of contents Main Features .......................................... 4 Introduction – Basic operations ............ 6 Table of contents ................................... 10 Quick Start Guide ................................. 12 Getting started Using this manual ................................. 14 Checking supplied accessories ............ 16 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 18 Installing the battery pack ............. 18 Charging the battery pack ............. 19 Connecting to a wall outlet .
Table of contents Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK ............................ 154 Connecting with a computer Getting started Viewing images recorded on a tape using your computer ................... 155 Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer ........................................ 156 Network operation Accessing to the network ................... 162 Troubleshooting Types of trouble and their solutions .........................................................
Quick Start Guide This guide introduces you to the basic way of recording/ playback. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 12). Open the jack cover. AC power adaptor (supplied) Quick Start Guide Connect the plug with its v mark facing the lens side. Inserting a cassette 1 Slide OPEN/ ZEJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 12 (p.
Recording a picture (p. 22) 1 Remove the lens cap. 3 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. The CAMERA lamp lights up. 2 Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. POWER CAMERA MEMORY/ NETWORK VCR Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, pull out the viewfinder until it clicks and use it to monitor. (CHG) OFF ON MODE 4 Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. START/STOP Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p.
Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) [a] [b] [c] [d] Getting started •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the finder.
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.
Checking supplied accessories qa CD-ROM (Movie Shaker Ver. 3. for MICROMV) (1) (p. XX) 2 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), the power cord (1) (p. 13) qs Battery terminal cover (1) (p. 12) 3 NP-FF50 battery pack (1) (p. 12, 13) qd BTA-NW1 Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function* (1) (p. 176) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 188) qf MDM-5614G Exclusive modem card** (1) 5 USB cable (1) (p. 148) qg Exclusive modem cable** (1) 6 “Memory Stick”* (1) (p.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack We recommend that you use the battery pack when you use your camcorder outdoors. (1) While turning down the VBATT (battery) release lever in the direction of the arrow 1, remove the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow 2. (2) Install the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 1 2 2 1 To remove the battery pack The battery pack is removed in the same way as the battery terminal cover.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack (1) Open the jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug’s v mark facing the lens side. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Verify that the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG). The CHG lamp lights up when the charge begins. After the charge is completed, the CHG lamp goes out (normal charge).
Step 1 Preparing the power supply While charging the battery pack, the CHG lamp flashes in the following cases: – The battery pack is not installed correctly. – Something is wrong with the battery pack. When you use the AC power adaptor Place the AC power adaptor near the wall outlet. If any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as possible to cut off the power.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply If the power runs off soon although sufficient battery remaining time is indicated Fully charge the battery pack so that the correct battery remaining time will be indicated. What is ”InfoLITHIUM”? The “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data such as battery consumption with compatible electronic equipment. This unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (F series). Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply PRECAUTION The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it is connected to a wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off. Notes •The AC power adaptor cannot supply power if the battery pack is attached to your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has “source priority.” This means that the battery pack cannot supply its power when the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet.
Step 2 Setting the date and time (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only). The CAMERA or MEMORY lamp (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) lights up. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears. (4) Select , then press the center z or B on the control button. (5) Select CLOCK SET, then press the center z or B on the control button.
Step 2 Setting the date and time (6) Select your area, then press the center z on the control button. (7) Select whether your area is in daylight saving time or not, then press the center z on the control button. When your area is in daylight saving time, select ON, when not in daylight saving time, select OFF. (8) Select the year, then press the center z on the control button. (9) Set the month, day and hour with the same procedure as step 8. (10) Set the minute, and execute it by the time signal.
Step 2 Setting the date and time When using the camcorder abroad or the area where is several time difference with your area If you do not set the date and time “– – – – – – – – –” and “– –:– –:– –” are recorded on the tape or the “Memory Stick” (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) as its data code. Getting started •You can set up the clock temporarily. For details, see “Simple setting of clock by time difference” on page 179.
Step 3 Inserting a cassette (1) Install the battery pack, or connect the AC power adaptor for the power supply (p. 12 to 16). (2) Slide OPEN/ZEJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the cassette lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (3) Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to insert. Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out. (4) Close the cassette compartment by pushing down the cassette lid halfway.
Step 3 Inserting a cassette Note on the label These may cause a malfunction of the camcorder. Therefore, be sure not to: •Stick any labels than the supplied one. •Stick the label onto any positions other than the labeling position [a].
— Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Remove the lens cap and pull the lens cap string to fix it. (2) Install the power source. See “Step 1 Preparing the power supply” for more information (p. 18). (3) Insert a cassette. See “Step 3 Inserting a cassette” for more information (p. 25). (4) Press OPEN, then open the LCD panel. (5) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. The CAMERA lamp lights up and your camcorder is set to the standby mode.
Recording a picture Note Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. If you leave your camcorder in standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted Your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery and tape wear. To resume the standby mode, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), and to CAMERA again. However, your camcorder does not turn off automatically while the cassette is not inserted.
Recording a picture Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off. When you adjust the angle of the LCD panel Make sure if the LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees. Shooting with the mirror mode This feature allows the camera subject to view him-or herself on the LCD screen. The subject uses this feature to check his or her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder. In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) mode.
Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen When recording in bright conditions, set the LCD BACKLIGHT switch to OFF. 1 2 PAGE2 FN Recording – Basics (1) In CAMERA, MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only), playback, or playback pause mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE2 screen appears. (3) Select LCD BRT, then press the center z on the control button.
Recording a picture The color of the LCD screen You can adjust it using the LCD COLOR item in the menu settings (p. XX). Even if you adjust LCD BRT, LCD COLOR, or the LCD screen backlight The recorded picture will not be affected. The setting of the LCD BACKLIGHT switch Normally, set it to ON. When you use the camcorder in bright conditions using the battery pack, set it to OFF. This position saves the battery power.
Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Push up or down ZOOM slightly for a slower zoom. Push it firmly for a faster zoom. Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) Recording – Basics W T W W T T To use zoom greater than 10× Zoom greater than 10× is performed digitally. To activate digital zoom, set D ZOOM to 20× or 120× in the menu settings.
Recording a picture Notes on digital zoom •Digital zoom is up to 20× or 120×. •The picture quality deteriorates as you push down ZOOM toward the “T” side. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) You cannot use the digital zoom. The indicators displayed in recording mode The indicators are not recorded on the tape.
Recording a picture Recording data The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayed during recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto the tape. To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback. You can also use DATA CODE on the PAGE3 screen through the FN screen for this operation (p. 36). When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function.
Recording a picture Self-timer recording Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select SELF TIMER, then press the center z on the control button. The (selftimer) indicator appears. (3) Press DISPLAY to turn off the screen buttons. (4) Press START/STOP. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound.
Checking the recording – End search You can go to the end of the last recorded point. 1 FN 2 PAGE2 3 Recording – Basics (1) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE2 screen appears. (3) Select END SCH, then press the center z on the control button. The last 5 seconds of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder returns to the standby mode.
— 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. (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. (3) Set the POWER switch to VCR. The camcorder turns on and the VCR lamp lights up.
Playing back a tape To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To stop playback Select , then press the center z on the control button. Playback – Basics 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. If you leave the power on for a long time Your camcorder gets warm. However, this is not a malfunction.
Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or on the Remote Commander. The indicators being displayed disappear from the screen. To display the indicators, press DISPLAY again. DISPLAY Using the data code function Your camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also the recording data (date/time and various settings when recorded) (Data code).
Playing back a tape To clear the data code display (1) Select OFF, then press the center z on the control button in step 4. (2) Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. The data code disappears from the screen. To not display various settings while operating with the Remote Commander Set DATA CODE through to DATE in the menu settings (p. 105).
Playing back a tape Remaining battery time indicator during playback The indicator shows the approximate continuous playback time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are playing back. When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery time. Various playback modes To operate the video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR.
Playing back a tape To search the last scene recorded (END SEARCH) Select END SCH on the PAGE2 screen through the FN screen, then press the center z on the control button when the tape is not played back. The camcorder plays back the last 5 seconds of the recorded section, then stops the playback. When the playback pause mode lasts for 5 minutes The playback pause will be released, then the camcorder stops the playback.
Viewing the recording on the TV screen – using the A/V connecting cable Connect your camcorder to your TV 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 camcorder screen. When monitoring the playback picture on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor (p. 16).
Viewing the recording on the TV screen – using the A/V connecting cable If your TV has an S video jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video plug to the S video jack on the TV or VCR. This connection produces higher quality MICROMV format pictures.
Viewing the recording on the TV – using the i.LINK cable The i.LINK (MICROMV) jack is equipped with the camcorder. Using the supplied i.LINK cable, you can view a recorded picture on the TV connected with the camcorder. The available TVs that can be connected using the i.LINK cable are as follows: KD28HD750, KD-32HD750, KD-36HD750, etc. These models are for future available products in autumn in 2001.
— Advanced Recording Operations — Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording You can record a still image onto a tape. This mode is useful when you want to print a image using a video printer (optional). You can record about 510 images on a 60-minute cassette. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can record still images on a “Memory Stick” (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) (p. 122).
Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording Self-timer recording You can make a tape photo recording with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select SELF TIMER, then press the center z on the control button. The (selftimer) indicator appears on the screen. (3) Press DISPLAY to turn off the screen buttons. (4) Press PHOTO firmly.
Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The picture during playing back on a normal TV [b] or a wide -screen TV [c] are compressed in the widthwise direction. If you set the screen mode of the wide-screen TV to the full mode, you can watch pictures of normal images [d]. [b] [a] 16:9WIDE [d] (1) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button.
Using the wide mode To return to the FN screen Select RETURN, , then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. In wide mode, you cannot select the following functions: – Old movie – Bounce During recording You cannot select or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings.
Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. [a] STBY REC NORM. FADER (fader) Advanced Recording Operations MOSC. FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE1) 2) [b] STBY REC 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. 1) 2) You can use the bounce function when D ZOOM is set to OFF in the menu settings. Fade in only.
Using the fader function (1) When fading in [a] In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. When fading out [b] During recording, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select FADER, then press the center z on the control button. The FADER screen for selecting the fader mode appears. (3) Select the desired fader mode, then press the center z on the control button.
Using the fader function While using the bounce mode, you cannot use the following functions: – Exposure – Focus – Zoom – Picture effect When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) You cannot use the fader function.
Using special effects – Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the TV. NEG. ART [a] : SEPIA : B&W : SOLARIZE [b] : SLIM [c] : STRETCH [d] : PASTEL [e] : MOSAIC [f] : [a] The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. The picture is sepia. The picture is monochrome (black-and-white). The light intensity is clearer, and the picture looks like an illustration. The picture expands vertically. The picture expands horizontally.
Using special effects – Picture effect To return to the FN screen Select RETURN, , then press the center z on the control button after step 4. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To turn the picture effect function off Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings. While using the picture effect function You cannot select the old movie mode with the digital effect function.
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 image successively at constant intervals. LUMI. (LUMINANCEKEY) You can swap a brighter area in a still image with a moving picture. TRAIL You can record a picture so that an incidental image like a trail is left.
Using special effects – Digital effect Items to be adjusted STILL The rate of the still image you want to superimpose on the moving picture FLASH The interval of flash motion LUMI. The color scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture TRAIL The vanishing time of the incidental image SLOW SHTR Shutter speed. The larger the shutter speed number, the slower the shutter speed.
Using special effects – Digital effect To return to the FN screen Select OK, then press the center z on the control button after step 5. The PAGE3 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To cancel the digital effect Select OFF, then press the center z on the control button in step 3.
Using the PROGRAM AE function You can use the PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) function to suit your specific shooting requirements. Spotlight This mode prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in a theater. Soft portrait This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers.
Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) In standby or MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears. (3) Select PROGRAM AE through , then press the center z or B on the control button. (4) Select a desired PROGRAM AE mode, then press the center z on the control button. (5) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu.
Using the PROGRAM AE function •The following functions do not work in PROGRAM AE mode: – Slow shutter – Old movie – Bounce •The digital effect function does not work in low lux mode: •While shooting in MEMORY mode, the low lux mode does not work .(The indicator flashes.) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) •The SteadyShot function does not work in low lux mode.
Adjusting the white balance manually You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural color balance. Normally white balance is automatically adjusted. (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.
Adjusting the white balance manually To return to the automatic white balance mode Set WHT BAL to AUTO in the menu settings (p. 105). If the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lighting We recommend that you use the n indoor mode. When you record under fluorescent lighting Use the automatic white balance or hold mode. Your camcorder may not adjust the white balance correctly in n indoor mode.
Adjusting the exposure manually You can adjust and set the exposure. Normally exposure is automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: – To make a fine exposure adjustment – To shoot the bright subject and dark background – To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully (1) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select EXPOSURE, then press the center z on the control button.
Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. Normally, focus is automatically adjusted.
Focusing manually To return to the FN screen Select OK, then press the center z on the control button after step 4. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To return to the autofocus mode Select AUTO, then press the center z on the control button in step 4. The 9, indicator is turned off, and the camcorder returns to the autofocus mode. or To record distant subjects In step 4, select INFINITY, then press the center z on the control button.
— Advanced Playback Operations — Playing back a tape with picture effects During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect function: NEG.ART, SEPIA, B&W, and SOLARIZE. 1 FN 2 MENU 3,4 MANUAL SET P EFFECT RETURN 5 STBY OFF NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE MANUAL SET P EFFECT RETURN Advanced Playback Operations (1) In playback or playback pause mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.
Playing back a tape with picture effects Pictures processed by the picture effect function Pictures processed by the picture effect function are not output through the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playback The picture effect function is automatically canceled.
Playing back a tape with digital effects During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect function: STILL, FLASH, LUMI., and TRAIL. 1 2 FN 3–5 PAGE2 DIG EFFT Advanced Playback Operations (1) In playback or playback pause mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE2 screen appears. (3) Select DIG EFFT, then press the center z on the control button.
Playing back a tape with digital effects Notes •You cannot process externally input scenes using the digital effect function. •You cannot record images on the tape inserted in your camcorder when you have processed the image using the digital effect function. However, you can record images on a “Memory Stick” (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) (p. 126, 131), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player.
Searching the scene – Multi-picture search Using the multi-picture search function, you can display the thumbnails of all the top scenes of moving pictures and still images recorded in the tape onto the index screen. The recording date and title of each image or scene are also indicated. Select the thumbnail you want to play back, then press the center z on the control button, the camcorder starts searching the image or scene and play it back automatically.
Searching the scene – Multi-picture search (5) Select the thumbnail you want to play back, then press the center z on the control button. The camcorder starts searching the image or scene and play it back automatically. The blue portion of the bar indicates the scanning range and the white portion of the bar indicates the recorded portion.
Searching the scene – Multi-picture search When controlling from the Remote Commander You can use the MULTI SRCH and X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons. X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. MULTI SRCH If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The multi-picture search function may not work correctly. Advanced Playback Operations The control button The number of thumbnails stored in one cassette About 400 thumbnails can be stored.
Searching the scene – Multi-picture search Notes • Thumbnails may not be displayed depending on the tape condition. This is not a malfunction. • Noise may appear on the thumbnails. However, this have no effect on the recorded images. When you select < or ,, then press the center z on the control button during scanning The next 11 thumbnails will be scanned. Even if a first thumbnail is not displayed before the scanning is completed You can play back the image or scene.
Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title – Title search You can search for the boundaries of recorded tape by title. You can only use this function with the Remote Commander. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the TITLE SEARCH indicator appears.
Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title – Title search When controlling from the Remote Commander STOP SEARCH MODE X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. The control button If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The title search function may not work correctly. To superimpose a title See page 98.
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. You can only use this function with the Remote Commander. Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the DATE SEARCH indicator appears.
Searching a recording by date – Date search When controlling from the Remote Commander STOP SEARCH MODE X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. The control button If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The date search function may not work correctly. Cassette memory The tape cassette memory can hold 20 recording date data.
Searching for a photo – Photo search You can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape. You can only use this function with the Remote Commander. Use this function to check or edit still images. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears.
Searching for a photo – Photo search When controlling from the Remote Commander STOP SEARCH MODE X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. The control button If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The photo search function may not work correctly. The available number of photos that can be searched The available number is up to approximate 400 photos.
— Editing — Dubbing a tape – Using the A/V connecting cable You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder as a player. Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. The supplied A/V connecting cable is equipped with the S video plug and the video plug. Use either the S video plug or the video plug depending on the recorder. Do not connect both of the plugs to the recorder.
Dubbing a tape You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, mini DV, DV, or MICROMV If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow or black plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video or S video input jack on the VCR, and the white or red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and when the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output.
Dubbing a tape When you have finished dubbing a tape Stop the recording on the recorder, and stop the playback on the camcorder. You can connect only one recorder using the i.LINK cable See page 172 for more information about i.LINK. The following functions do not work during digital editing: – Picture effect – Digital effect Editing Note on playback pause pictures •The recorded picture becomes rough when recorded through the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack.
Recording a program When using the A/V connecting cable You can record or edit a program from another VCR that has video/audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. 1 Switching the video input jack of the A/V connecting cable The supplied A/V connecting cable is equipped with the S video plug and the video plug. You have to select either of the jacks in the menu settings. The default setting is VIDEO. If the setup is not necessary, go to “2 Making a recording” on page XX.
Recording a program 2 Making a recording Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings (The default setting is LCD.) (p. XX). 4,5 PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT 3 REC CTRL RET. DATA COUNT CODE RESET Editing (1) Insert a blank tape (or the tape you want to record over) into your camcorder and insert the recorded tape into the VCR. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (3) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.
Recording a program When you have finished dubbing a tape Select , then press the center z on the control button on your camcorder and stop the playback of the VCR. 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 or red plug to the audio output jack on the VCR. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and when the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output.
Recording a program When using the i.LINK cable Simply connect the supplied i.LINK cable to the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack of your camcorder and to the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack of the MICROMV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. (You cannot connect the camcorder with a DV product.) 4,5 PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT 3 REC CTRL RET.
Recording a program When you have finished dubbing a tape Select player. , then press the center z on the control button and stop the playback of the Notes •When an unavailable picture (such as, recorded with the DV format) is input, the message “INPUT ERROR” appears. •You can connect only one recorder 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 playback pause picture with the i.
Superimposing a title You can superimpose the title for 5 seconds from the recording start point (Index titler function). When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for about 5 seconds from the point where you superimposed it. You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 101). You can also select the color, size and position of titles.
Superimposing a title (6) If necessary, change the color, size, or position by selecting COLOR, SIZE, POS r or POS R, then press the center z on the control button repeatedly. (7) Select TITLE OK, then press the center z on the control button. The ?? screen appears. (8) Select SAVE TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The “TITLE” indicator appears. And when you press START/STOP to start recording, “TITLE SAVE” appears on the screen for about 5 seconds and the title is set.
Superimposing a title Title setting •The title color changes as follows: WHITE t YELLOW t VIOLET t RED t CYAN t GREEN t BLUE •The title size changes as follows: SMALL y LARGE You cannot input 13 characters or more in LARGE size. If you input more than 12 characters, the title size returns to SMALL even you select LARGE. •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.
Superimposing a title Superimposing a title on the recorded tape The title is recorded for about 5 seconds from the recording start point. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE screen appears. (4) Select INPUT TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The INPUT TITLE screen appears.
Superimposing a title To use the custom title If you want to use the custom title, select in step 6 (p. 84). Notes •Thumbnails may not be displayed depending on the tape condition. This is not a malfunction. •Noise may appear on the thumbnails. However, this have no effect on the recorded images. •You cannot execute TITLE SAVE until the playback picture is displayed in step 8.
Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears. (4) Select TITLEERASE through , then press the center z or B on the control button. The TITLE ERASE screen appears. (5) Select the title you want to erase, then press the center z on the control button. The message “ERASE OK?” appears.
Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. Making a title in CAMERA mode 2 5 3 FN Editing (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE2 screen appears. (4) Select TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE SET screen appears.
Making your own titles To return to the FN screen Select , then press the center z on the control button after step 9. The PAGE2 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To change the title you have stored In step 5, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you want to change, then press the center z on the control button and then enter a new title as desired.
Making your own titles Making a title in VCR mode Editing (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE screen appears. (4) Select TITLE SET, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE SET screen appears. (5) Select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, then press the center z on the control button.
The MICRO cassette memory The MICROMV cassette automatically records recording conditions and date. You can also label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 16 characters and is stored in the cassette memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR, the label is displayed for about 5 seconds. The cassette information [a] [b] [c] [d] [e] 98 Unique number of each cassette. The camcorder automatically assign this number.
The MICRO cassette memory Labeling a cassette 3 9 4 MENU FN 5 Editing (1) Insert the cassette you want to label. (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (3) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (4) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears. (5) Select TAPE TITLE through , then press the center z or B on the control button.
The MICRO cassette memory To return to the FN screen Select , , then press the center z on the control button after step 8. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To erase the label you have made Select C, then press the center z on the control button in step 6. The last character is erased. To change the label you have made Insert the cassette you want to change the label, and operate in the same way to make a new label.
The MICRO cassette memory Deleting all the data in the MICRO cassette memory You can delete all the data (cassette title, date, photo, thumbnail, and cassette information) in MICRO cassette memory at once. Editing (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears. (4) Select ERASE ALL through , then press the center z or B on the control button.
— Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the control button. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item, and then the mode. (1) In standby, MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) or VCR mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.
Changing the menu settings To turn off the menu After step 5, press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. To return to the FN screen After step 5, select , then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item STEADYSHOT Mode Meaning POWER switch z ON To compensate for camera-shake. CAMERA OFF VIDEOINPUT LCD COLOR z VIDEO To cancel the SteadyShot function. Natural pictures are produced when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. To use the video plug of the A/V connecting cable when recording from a player. S VIDEO To use the S video plug of the A/V connecting cable when recording from a player. —— To adjust the color on the LCD screen with b/B.
Changing the menu settings Mode Icon/item Meaning POWER switch To record moving pictures in the super fine image quality. MEMORY VCR * MOVIE SET MOVIEMODE z SUPER FINE SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL PHOTO SAVE To record moving pictures in the fine image quality. STANDARD To record moving pictures in the standard image quality. LIGHTMODE To record moving pictures for e-mail attachment. —— To play back images in a continuous loop (p. 154). MEMORY —— To delete all the unprotected images (p. 158).
Changing the menu settings Mode Icon/item TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL —— z ON Meaning POWER switch To erase the superimposed title (p. 102). CAMERA VCR To display the superimposed title. VCR OFF To not display the title. TAPE TITLE —— To label a cassette (p. 103) CAMERA VCR ERASE ALL —— To erase all the data in the MICRO cassette memory (p. 104). CAMERA VCR To display its cassette information of the tape. This is displayed for 5 seconds in the following cases: (p. XX).
Changing the menu settings Icon/item DATA CODE* AREA SET Mode Meaning POWER switch z DATE/CAM To display date, time and various settings during playback. MEMORY VCR DATE To display date and time during playback. —— To set your area, now using the camcorder, temporarily (p. XX). CAMERA MEMORY To select when your area is not in daylight saving time. CAMERA MEMORY DLS z OFF BEEP z MELODY ON NORMAL To output the beep instead of the melody. OFF To cancel the melody and beep sound.
— “Memory Stick” Operations — Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can record an image onto the “Memory Stick” and easily play it back on your camcorder. The following functions are also available using the “Memory Stick.” •To capture the image recorded on the tape using the “Memory Stick.” •To duplicate the image recorded on the “Memory Stick” onto the tape. •To duplicate the image to your computer via the supplied USB cable.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction •Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. •Stick its label on the labeling position. •Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to “Memory Stick”s. •Do not disassemble or modify “Memory Stick”s. •Do not let “Memory Stick”s get wet. •Do not use or keep “Memory Stick”s in locations that are: – Extremely hot such as in a car parked in the sun or under the scorching sun. – Under direct sunlight.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Inserting a “Memory Stick” Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the v mark facing up as illustrated. Access lamp “Memory Stick” slot Ejecting the “Memory Stick” Slide the MEMORY EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow. MEMORY EJECT While the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder because your camcorder is reading the data from the “Memory Stick” or recording the data on the “Memory Stick.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Using a button displayed on the screen Your camcorder has operation buttons on the screen. Use the control button to operate the buttons on the screen. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen. You can switch the memory playback/memory camera mode by selecting PLAY/CAM. (3) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To execute settings Select OK, then press the center z on the control button. If the item is not available The color of the item changes to gray.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Selecting the still image quality mode You can select the image quality mode for still image recording. The default setting is FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears. (4) Select , then press the center z or B on the control button.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction To return to the FN screen Select RETURN, , then press the center z on the control button after step 7. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. Image quality settings Setting Meaning FINE (Indicator: FINE) Use this mode when you want to record high quality images. The image is compressed to about 1/6. STANDARD (Indicator: STD) This is the standard image quality. The image is compressed to about 1/10.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Setting the moving picture quality mode You can select the moving picture quality mode. The default setting is SUPER FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears. (4) Select , then press the center z or B on the control button. (5) Select MOVIE SET, then press the center z or B on the control button.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Image quality settings Setting Meaning Frame rate Transmission rate (image and audio) SUPER FINE (Indicator: SFN) Records 352 × 240 moving pictures. 30 fps 1200 Kbps SFN FINE (Indicator: FINE) Records 352 × 240 moving pictures. 30 fps 750 Kbps FINE STANDARD (Indicator: STD) Records 144 × 96 moving pictures. 10 fps 400 Kbps STD LIGHTMODE Records 144 × 96 moving (Indicator: LIGHT) pictures.
Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Approximate time of moving pictures you can record on a “Memory Stick” The table below indicates the recordable time when using the “Memory Stick” formatted with this camcorder.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can record still images on a “Memory Stick.” You can also record nine still images continuously. (MULTI SCRN) Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly. The green z mark stops flashing, then lights up. The brightness of the image and focus are adjusted, being targeted for the middle of the image and are fixed.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: – Wide mode – Digital zoom – SteadyShot function – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect – Title – Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) While you are recording a still image You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears. (4) Select , then press the center z or B on the control button. (5) Select STILL SET, then press the center z or B on the control button. (6) Select PIC MODE, then press the center z or B on the control button.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Self-timer memory photo recording You can record images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select SELF TIMER, then press the center z on the control button. The (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically canceled when: – The self-timer recording is finished. – The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. To check the image to be recorded You can check the image by pressing PHOTO on the camcorder lightly, then press it deeper to start the self-timer recording.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it on a “Memory Stick” as a still image. Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input jack and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation •Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. •Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image If you press PHOTO lightly in the playback mode Your camcorder stops momentarily. Sound recorded on the tape You cannot record the audio from the tape. Titles which have already been recorded on tapes You cannot record the titles on “Memory Stick”s. The title does not appear while you are recording a still image with PHOTO. Recording date/time The date/time when it is recorded on the “Memory Stick” is recorded. Various settings are not recorded.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image If your VCR has an S VIDEO jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video plug to the S video jack of the VCR. This connection produces higher quality MICROMV format pictures. Using the i.LINK cable MICROMV : Signal flow (supplied) Note The “ ” flashes in the following instances.
Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – MPEG movie recording – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can record moving pictures with sound on “Memory Stick”s. Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. 2 4 0 min START/STOP STD REC 0:0 3 [ 4 5 SEC ] Recordable time on the “Memory Stick.
Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – MPEG movie recording Note Sound is recorded in monaural. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: – Wide mode – Digital zoom – SteadyShot function – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect – Title – Low lux of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) During recording on a “Memory Stick” Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound is not recorded on the “Memory Stick.
Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input jack and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation •Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. •Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture To stop recording Press START/STOP. Note Sound recorded in stereo is converted to monaural sound when recording from tapes. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike the camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject the “Memory Stick” or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. Titles have already recorded on tapes You cannot record the titles on “Memory Stick”s.
Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Using the A/V connecting cable OUT S VIDEO A/V VIDEO : Signal flow Connect the yellow or black plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video or S video jack or the black plug of it to the S video jack on the VCR. If your VCR has an S video jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable.
Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Note The “ ” flashes in the following instances. If this happens, eject and insert “Memory Stick” again, and record distortion-free images. – When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that has been repeatedly used for dubbing. During recording on the “Memory Stick” Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound is not recorded on the “Memory Stick.
Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a moving picture – MEMORY MIX – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on a “Memory Stick” on top of the moving picture you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape. However, you cannot record onto any “Memory Stick.” 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.
Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a moving picture – MEMORY MIX Before operation •Insert the tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert the “Memory Stick” recorded with still images into your camcorder. 9 1 “Memory Stick” Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select MEM MIX, then press the center z on the control button.
Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a moving picture – MEMORY MIX Items to adjust M. CHROM The color (blue) scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture M. LUMI The color (bright) scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture C. CHROM The color (blue) scheme of the area in the moving picture which is to be swapped with a still image M.
Copying still images from a tape – Photo save – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only 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 the recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape. •Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.
Copying still images from a tape – Photo save To stop or end copying Select END, then press the center z on the control button in step 5. When the memory of the “Memory Stick” is full “MEMORY FULL” appears on the screen, and the copying stops. Select END, then press the center z on the control button, insert another “Memory Stick” and repeat the procedure from step 2. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder.
Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images including moving pictures in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. (2) In MEMORY mode, select PLAY, then press the center z on the control button. PB, then press the center z on the control button.
Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback To play back recorded images on a TV screen •Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before the operation. •When operating memory photo playback on the TV or on the LCD screen, the image quality may appear to have deteriorated. This is not a malfunction. The image data is as good as ever. •Turn the audio volume of the TV down before operation, or noise (howling) may be output from the TV speakers.
Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback Playing back six recorded images at a time (index screen) You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful when searching for a particular image. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. (2) In MEMORY mode, go to step 3. PB, then press the center z on the control button. In VCR mode, select (3) Select INDEX, then press the center z on the control button to display the index screen.
Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can play back moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. (2) In MEMORY mode, select PLAY, then press the center z on the control button. PB, then press the center z on the control button.
Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback To change the screen size Select SCRN SIZE, then press the center z on the control button.
Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback Data directory number/File number 1 / 20 0:0 1 MO V 0 0 0 0 1 MPEG NX SCRN SIZE VOL VOL Protect indicator + – JUL 4 2001 12:05:56 – Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures + CAM INDEX FN Recording date/time. (Various settings are displayed as “– – –”.) Recommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment OS: Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 3.
Dubbing images recorded on the “Memory Stick” onto the tape You can dub a still image or title recorded on a “Memory Stick” to a tape. You can also use the Remote Commander. Before operation •Insert the tape to be recorded into your camcorder. •Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. 4 6,7 5 FN 102/102 REC CTRL MEMORY PLAY PAGE3 0:00:07 REC CTRL MEMORY PLAY RET. 100–0102 – RET. 100–0102 + – REC START REC PAUSE 1 “Memory Stick” Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
Dubbing images recorded on the “Memory Stick” onto the tape To stop dubbing Select , then press the center z on the control button, or press the stop button on the Remote Commander. When using the Remote Commander Press the REC buttons on the Remote Commander simultaneously after step 3. The camcorder starts dubbing. REC Notes •You cannot dub MPEG movie files to the tape. •You cannot dub the index screen to the tape.
Enlarging still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s – Memory PB ZOOM – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. 1 2 FN 3,5 PAGE2 PB ZOOM PB ZOOM [EXEC]:END 4 3/14 MEMORY PLAY “Memory Stick” Operations (1) In memory playback mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button.
Enlarging still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s – Memory PB ZOOM Note You cannot record the images on the “Memory Stick,” which are enlarged by the Memory PB ZOOM function. Record the images on the VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures in the Memory PB ZOOM mode Pictures are not output through the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack. In Memory PB ZOOM mode If you press DISPLAY, the indicators on the Memory PB ZOOM screen disappears.
Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.
Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW To stop the slide show Select END, then press the center z on the control button. To pause during a slide show Select PAUSE, then press the center z on the control button. To return to the FN screen Select END, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.
Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. (2) In MEMORY mode, go to step 3. PB, then press the center z on the control button. In VCR mode, select (3) Select INDEX, then press the center z on the control button. The index screen appears.
Deleting images – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.” You can delete all images or selected images. Deleting selected images Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. (2) In MEMORY mode, select PLAY, then press the center z on the control button. PB, then press the center z on the control button.
Deleting images Notes •When you delete a protected image, first cancel the image protection. •Once you delete an image, you cannot restore it. Check the images before deleting them. If the write-protect switch on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK You cannot delete images. Deleting selected images on the index screen Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. 3 1 “Memory Stick” Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. (2) In MEMORY mode, go to step 3.
Deleting images To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button after step 8. To cancel deleting an image Select CANCEL, then press the center z on the control button in step 8. Deleting all the images You can delete all the unprotected images in a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.
Deleting images (6) Select OK, then press the center z on the control button. OK changes to EXECUTE. (7) Select EXECUTE, then press the center z on the control button. “DELETING” appears on the screen. When all the unprotected images are deleted, “COMPLETE” is displayed. (8) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu.
Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can specify the recorded still image to print out by putting marks. 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 the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. (2) In MEMORY mode, go to step 3. PB, then press the center z on the control button.
— Connecting with a computer — Viewing images recorded on a tape using your computer You can view or edit the images recorded on a tape using your computer. You can record the images edited with the computer on the tape. To view images on your computer, the optional application software MovieShaker Ver.3.1 for MICROMV is required. MICROMV i.LINK connector Push into the end i.LINK cable Note To view images on your computer, you have to install the i.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can view data recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer. Note Data recorded on the “Memory Stick” is stored in the following formats. Make sure that applications that support these file formats are installed on your computer.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is contained together with application software for viewing images on a CD-ROM which is supplied with your camcorder. Do not connect the USB cable to your computer before installation of the USB driver is completed.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer Image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Perform the following procedure to correctly install the USB driver. Step 1 Uninstall the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on the power and allow Windows to load.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer Viewing images For Windows users (1) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your computer. (3) Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet. (4) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. USB MODE appears on the screen of the camcorder.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer Unplug the USB cable/Eject the “Memory Stick” For Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Me users To unplug the USB cable or eject the “Memory Stick,” follow the procedure below. (1) Move the cursor to the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon on the Task Tray and click to cancel the applicable drive. (2) A message to remove the device from the system appears, then unplug the USB cable or eject the “Memory Stick.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. For Windows Me users (The drive recognizing the camera is [E:]) Folder containing still image and moving picture data 100msdcf File Meaning DSC0ssss.jpg Still image file MOV1ssss.
— Network operation — Accessing to the network – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can access the Internet using a Bluetooth device that complies to the camcorder. Once the access is made, you can make your album on the Web, view a Web page, or send/receive your e-mail, etc. This section describes only how to open the Network menu. For details on the network operations, refer to the network function operating instructions supplied with the camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.
Accessing to the network Note on trademarks •The BLUETOOTH trademarks are owned by their proprietor and used by Sony Corporation under license. •All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, “™” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual. When using the network function Hold the camcorder with both hands as illustrated below.
— Troubleshooting — Types of trouble and their solutions 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. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 166. In recording mode Symptom START/STOP does not operate. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is not set to CAMERA. c Set it to CAMERA (p. 22).
Types of trouble and their solutions Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The backlight function is active. The picture appears too bright, c Set it off (p. 29). and the subject does not appear on the screen. • BEEP is set to OFF in the menu settings. The click of the shutter does not c Set it to MELODY or NORMAL (p. 105). sound. • Set STEADYSHOT to OFF in the menu settings (p. 105). A horizontal band appears when shooting a TV screen or computer screen.
Types of trouble and their solutions In the recording and playback modes Symptom The battery pack is quickly discharged. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The temperature of the environment is too low. • The battery pack is not fully charged. c Charge the battery pack fully again (p. 13). • The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. c Replace with a new battery pack (p. 12).
Types of trouble and their solutions When operating using the “Memory Stick” – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only Symptom The “Memory Stick” does not function. Recording does not function. The image cannot be deleted. Deleting all the images cannot be carried out. You cannot protect the image. You cannot write a print mark on the still image. (continued on the following page) Troubleshooting You cannot format the “Memory Stick”. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is not set to MEMORY.
Types of trouble and their solutions When operating using the “Memory Stick” – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only Symptom The photo save function does not work. You cannot play back images in actual size. No audio during playback. Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The write-protect switch on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 112). • You may not be able to play back images in actual size when you try to play back images recorded by other equipment. This is not a malfunction.
Types of trouble and their solutions Others Symptom No function works though the power is on. While charging the battery pack, the CHG lamp does not light up. You cannot charge the battery pack. While charging the battery pack, the CHG lamp flashes. The melody or beep sounds for 5 seconds. The indicators appear mirrorreversed in the viewfinder or on the TV screen. Image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection. Your camcorder gets warm.
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 screen. If a 5-digit code is displayed, check the following code chart. The last 2 digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of your camcorder. LCD screen or Viewfinder C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display •C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself.
Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the screen, check the following: See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Warning indicators 100–0001 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file (DCRIP7/IP7BT only) Slow flashing: •The file is corrupted. •The file is unreadable. •You are trying to carry out the MEMORY MIX function on a moving picture. C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display (p. 166). Fast flashing: •The battery is dead (p. 13).
Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 17). • FOR “InfoLITHIUM” BATTERY ONLY1) Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 15). • CLEANING CASSETTE1) The video heads are dirty (p. 176). • COPY INHIBIT You tried to record a picture that has a copyright control signal (p. 169).1) • FULL The tape cassette memory is full (p. 99).2) • FULL The “Memory Stick” is full (p. 124).2) 3) • NO FILE No image is recorded on the “Memory Stick” (p. 142).
— Additional Information — Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use the MICROMV cassette only. You cannot use any other 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, VHSC, S-VHS, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, DV, or mini DV cassette. All of the MICROMV cassettes has cassette memory. This is the MICROMV mark. This is the MICRO Cassette Memory mark. These are trademarks.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder and an optional AC adaptor/charger. The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack How to store the battery pack •Even if the battery pack is not used for a long time, remove the battery pack from the camcorder, store it in a dry, cool place after fully charging it once per year and then using the battery pack up on your camcorder. This is to maintain the battery pack’s functions. •To use the battery pack up on your camcorder, turn on your camcorder and leave it as it is without a cassette inserted. Battery life •The battery life is limited.
About i.LINK The i.LINK (MICROMV) jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant MPEG2 jack. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for controlling other equipment. i.LINK-compatible equipment can be connected by a single i.LINK cable.
About i.LINK i.LINK functions on this unit For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment having i.LINK (MICROMV) jacks, see page 76. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK compatible equipment made by SONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment. Before connecting this unit to your computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on your computer.
Using your camcorder abroad Simple setting of clock by time difference You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference. Set up the AREA and DLS items in the menu settings. 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 13 14 16 17 18 Time-zone differences Area setting Area code Time-zone differences Area setting 1 2 GMT Lisbon, London 19 GMT–12:00 Eniwetok, Kwajalein GMT+01:00 Berlin, Paris 20 GMT–11:00 Midway Is.
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 Maintenance information Cleaning the video head To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video head. The video head may be dirty when: – mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture. – playback pictures do not move. – playback pictures do not appear. – the x indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another or the x indicator flashes on the screen during recording.
Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation •Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). •For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this operating instructions. •If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
Maintenance information and precautions AC power adaptor •Unplug the unit from a wall outlet when you are not using the unit for a long time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord itself. •Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged. •Do not bend the power cord forcibly, or place a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause fire or electrical shock.
Maintenance information and precautions Battery pack •Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function. •To prevent accident from a short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. •Keep the battery pack away from fire. •Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. •Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place.
Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette MICROMV cassette with the mark printed Tape speed Approx. 5.66 mm/s Recording/playback time 1 hour Fastforward/rewind time (using cassette MGR60) Approx. 1 min and 30 s Viewfinder Electric viewfinder (color) Image device 3.
Specifications Battery pack NP-FF50 Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity X.X Wh (XXX mAh) Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Dimensions (approx.) XX.X × XX.X × XX.X mm (X X/XX × XX/XX × X X/X in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) XX g (X.X oz) Type Lithium ion “Memory Stick” (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) Additional Information Memory Flash memory 4MB: MSA-4A Operating voltage 2.7-3.6V Power consumption Approx. 45mA in the operating mode Approx.
— Quick Reference — Identifying the parts and controls Camcorder 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 0 5 1 OPEN button (p. 22) 6 LCD BACKLIGHT switch (p. XX) 2 BROWSER MENU button (p. XX) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) 7 Lens cap (p. 22) 3 LCD screen (p. 20, 115) 4 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 26) 8 Speaker 9 POWER switch (p. 22) 0 Cassette lid (p. 19) 5 OPEN/ZEJECT lever (p. 19) This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products.
Identifying the parts and controls qa qh qs qj qk qd ql qf qg qa DISPLAY button (p. 36) qh BACK LIGHT button (p. 29) qs Control button (v/V/b/B/z) (p. XX) qj Built-in Microphone (p. 22) qd CAMERA lamp qk Viewfinder (p. 26) qf MEMORY/NETWORK lamp (p. XX) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) ql Eyecup (p. 26) qg VCR lamp (p.
Identifying the parts and controls w; wg wa wh wj ws wk wd wl wf e; ea w; ZOOM button (p. 27) wh Lens wa PHOTO button (p. 41, 122) wj Camera recording lamp (p. 22) ws DC IN jack (p. 16) wk wd USB jack (p. 148) (Bluetooth) lamp (p. 22) wl Remote sensor wf Hook for hand strap e; A/V (ID-2) jack wg START/STOP button (p. 22) ea i.LINK (MICROMV) jack (p. 76) The i.LINK (MICROMV) jack is i.LINK compatible.
Identifying the parts and controls es ej ed ek ef el eg r; eh es MEMORY EJECT lever (p. 114) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) ed Access lamp (p. 114) ef “Memory Stick” slot (p. 114) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) eg CHG lamp (p. 13) eh Reset button (p. 165) ej Battery/Battery terminal cover (p. 12) ek Jack cover el VBATT (battery) release lever (p. 12) r; Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch).
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. 6 1 7 8 2 3 9 4 5 1 PHOTO button (p. 41, 122) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 36) 3 MEMORY control buttons (p. XX) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) 0 qa 6 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder. 7 DATA CODE button (p. 36) 4 SEARCH MODE 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 LCD screen and viewfinder 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 0 min – ST I LL 1 6 : 9W I DE NEG . ART STBY + AUTO 6 0 AWB F11 9db 8 9 0 qa qs 1 MICRO cassette memory indicator (p. 169) 2 Remaining battery time indicator (p. 28) 3 Zoom indicator (p. 27)/Data file name indicator (p. 112) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) 4 Digital effect indicator (p. 49)/ MEMORY MIX indicator (p. 135) (DCRIP7/IP7BT only)/FADER indicator (p. 45) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) 5 16:9WIDE indicator (p.
Index A, B I, J, K, L R AC power adaptor .................. 13 Adjusting viewfinder ............. 26 Audio dubbing ........................ 94 AUDIO MIX .......................... 107 Audio mode ........................... 110 AUTO SHTR .......................... 106 A/V connecting cable ...... 40, 75 BACK LIGHT .......................... 29 Battery pack ............................. 12 BEEP ....................................... 111 BOUNCE .................................. 45 i.LINK .................
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