Operating Instructions

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3-067-951-11(1)

Digital Still Camera

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. ________________________

Serial No. ________________________

MVC-CD200/CD300

MVC-CD300

010cov.fm Page 1 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:58 PM

Summary of content (108 pages)

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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\01COVMVCCD200UC\010cov.fm] masterpage:Right 010cov.fm Page 1 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:58 PM 3-067-951-11(1) Digital Still Camera 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.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\02war.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 2 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Regulatory Information . WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For the Customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: MVC-CD200 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ 07649 U.S.A. Telephone No.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\02war.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 3 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: — Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\02war.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 4 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Be sure to read the following before using your camera Operating instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. The instructions in this manual are for the two models: MVC-CD200, MVC-CD300. The MVC-CD300 is the model used for illustration purposes.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\01covTOC.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 5 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Table of contents Introduction ........................................ 6 Getting started Identifying the parts ............................ 7 Preparing the power supply ................ 9 Setting the date and time .................. 14 Inserting a disc .................................. 16 Basic operations B Recording Initializing a disc (INITIALIZE) ......
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 6 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Introduction Captures images with your computer You can easily copy images onto your computer through a CD-ROM drive, CD-R drive, CD-RW drive, or the USB cable and view and modify images on your computer using application software. When using a CD-ROM drive to view images on your computer, the finalization is required (page 32).
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 7 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Getting started Identifying the parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Getting started 6 7 8 1 9 2 0 qa qs 3 qd 4 qf qg 5 A Shutter button (20, 26) B Built-in microphone Do not touch while recording. L ACC (Accessory) jack Connects an external flash or other equipment.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 9 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Preparing the power supply Getting started Installing the battery pack Your camera operates only with the NP-FM50 (supplied) “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack* (M series). See page 91 for more information about “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. 1 2 3 1 2 1 2 1 Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow. 2 Install the battery pack.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 10 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Charging the battery pack When the camera is turned on, you cannot charge the battery pack. Be sure to turn off the power of the camera. AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor Power cord (mains lead) 2 3 to a wall outlet (mains) 1 Battery pack 1 Insert the battery pack into your camera.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 11 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM NP-FM50 (supplied) battery pack Note on the /CHG lamp during charging The /CHG lamp may flash: • When a malfunction occurs in the battery pack (page 99). The /CHG lamp does not light up: • When the battery pack is not installed properly. Charging time Battery pack Full charge (min.) NP-FM50 (supplied) Approx.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 12 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Notes • The battery life and number of images will be decreased when using at low temperature, using the flash, turning the power on/off frequently, or using the zoom. • The numbers of images shown on tables above are as a guide. The numbers may be smaller depending on conditions.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 13 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Using the AC power adaptor Getting started AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor Power cord (mains lead) 2 1 to a wall outlet (mains) 1 Open the DC IN cover and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up. 2 Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and then to a wall outlet (mains).
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 14 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Setting the date and time When you first use your camera, set the date and time. If these are not set, the CLOCK SET screen appears whenever you turn on your camera. 1 2 POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp 3–6 1 Set the mode dial to , S, A, M, , SCN, or . 2 Push the POWER switch in the arrow direction to turn on the power.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 15 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 5 CLOCK SET 2001 / 7 / 1 Y/M/D M/D/Y D/M/Y 12 : 00 O K AM CANCEL OK 6 Select [OK] with B on the control button, then press the center z at the desired moment to begin clock movement. The date and time are entered.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 16 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Inserting a disc You can use only the 8 cm CD-Rs or 8 cm CD-RWs that have these marks. 1 2 Disc cover OPEN lever Lock tab 1 While sliding the lock tab to the left, slide down the disc cover OPEN lever. Open the disc cover by your hand after the cover is unlocked. 2 Place a disc with the printed side up. Push down the center of the disc until it clicks.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 17 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Removing the disc While sliding the lock tab to the left, slide down the disc cover OPEN lever, and open the disc cover after the cover is unlocked. Then, remove the disc as illustrated below. Getting started Notes • Before removing the disc, be sure to check that the disc is not rotating. • Do not open the disc cover while the ACCESS lamp is lit.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 18 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Basic operations B Recording Initializing a disc (INITIALIZE) When you use a new disc or the disc which was finalized with other equipment than this camera (page 32), you have to initialize the disc. Before initializing the disc, push the POWER switch in the arrow direction to turn on the power and insert the disc.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 19 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM What is initialization? The initialization is required to record images on a disc. In case that you have executed the finalization (page 32) using the camera to view images on a CD-ROM drive, the initialization is automatically executed. You can continuously record images.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 20 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Recording still images Still images are recorded in JPEG format. Before recording still images, push the POWER switch in the arrow direction to turn on the power and insert a disc. 1 2, 3 ACCESS lamp 1 Set the mode dial to , S, A, M, or SCN. 2 Press and hold the shutter button halfway down. The beeps sound. However, the image has not been recorded yet.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 21 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 3 Press the shutter button fully down. The shutter clicks. “RECORDING” appears on the LCD screen, and the image will be recorded on the disc. When “RECORDING” disappears from the LCD screen, you can start the next recording. RECORDING B Recording For the number of images you can record on a disc See page 54.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 22 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Checking the last recorded image (Quick Review) You can check the last recorded image by clearing the menu from the screen (page 46) and pressing b (7) on the control button. To return to the normal recording mode: press the shutter button lightly, or press b (7) again. To delete the image: 1. Press MENU. 2. Select [DELETE] with B, then press the center z. 3.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 23 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Digital zoom function This camera has a digital zoom function. Digital zoom enlarges the image by digital processing, and it starts to function when the zoom exceeds 3×. W T B Recording The T-side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone. Using digital zoom • The maximum zoom magnification is 6×. • Digital zooming deteriorates the picture quality.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 24 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Using the self-timer When you use the self-timer function, the subject is recorded about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. Self-timer lamp Shutter button V ( ) on the control button (selfClear the menu (page 46), then press V ( ) on the control button.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 25 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Notes Recording images with the AF illuminator The AF illuminator is fill light to focus on a subject easily under dark conditions. Set [AF ILLUMINATOR] to [ON] in the setup settings, appears on the LCD screen and the AF illuminator emits light when the shutter button is pressed halfway under dark situations. It keeps emitting light until the focus is locked.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 26 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Recording moving images Moving images with audio are recorded in MPEG format. Before recording moving images, push the POWER switch in the arrow direction to turn on the power and insert a disc. 6, 7 1, 5 1 Set the mode dial to SET UP. The setup screen appears. 2 Select [ ] (CAMERA) with v/V on the control button, then press B.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 27 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Set the mode dial to . The preparation for recording a moving image is complete. 6 Press the shutter button fully down. “REC” appears on the LCD screen and the image and sound are recorded on the disc. 7 Press the shutter button fully down again to stop recording.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 28 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM B Playback Playing back still images 1 2 ACCESS lamp 1 Set the mode dial to . The ACCESS lamp lights and the last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen. 2 Select the desired still image with b/B on the control button. b: To display the preceding image. B: To display the next image.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 29 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Playing back moving images 1 2, 3 1 Set the mode dial to . The ACCESS lamp lights and the last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen. 2 Select the desired moving image with b/B on the control button. Moving images are displayed one size smaller than still images except when you shot at the 320 (HQ) (page 53) size.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 30 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Adjusting the volume Press v/V on the control button to adjust the volume. v/V on the control button The indicators on the LCD screen during moving image playback Press DISPLAY/LCD BACK LIGHT ON/OFF to turn on/off the indicators on the LCD screen. See page 107 for a detailed description of the indicators.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 31 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Preparation for viewing images using a computer Using the supplied 8 cm CD adaptor When your disc drive does not conform to 8 cm CD, use the supplied 8 cm CD adaptor. 1 Slide the disc into the inner groove and under two of the tabs on the inner circle of adaptor in the numbered order. B Playback 1 Printed side of the disc (The other side is recordable side.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 32 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 3 Check that the disc is set correctly in the grooves of the adaptor, that all the tabs are even with the surface of the adaptor, and that the disc is not protrude from the adaptor. If the tabs protrude, press them back down into place. Otherwise, it may cause malfunction of your disc drive. Notes • The supplied adaptor may not be used with your disc drive.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 33 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Executing the finalization 1 Set the mode dial to SET UP. The setup screen appears on the LCD screen. 2 Select [ ] (DISC TOOL) with v/V on the control button, then press B. DISC TOOL FINALIZE: FORMAT: INITIALIZE: UNFINALIZE: SELECT 3 Select [FINALIZE] with v/V on the control button, then press B.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 34 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Notes • It takes for about one minute to execute the finalization. Do not shake or jar the camera during this operation. Place the camera on a stable surface during the finalization. • When you execute the finalization, we recommend that you use the external power source (page 13).
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 35 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Viewing images using a computer You can view data recorded with your camera on a computer. This section describes the general method for viewing images on a computer and installing the driver into a computer. Be sure to also see the operation manuals for your computer and application software.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 36 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Notes • Operations are not guaranteed if you connect two or more USB equipment to a single computer at the same time (except for the USB keyboard and mouse which are provided as standard), or when using a hub. • Depending on the type of USB equipment that is used simultaneously, some equipment may not operate.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 37 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM • Windows and ActiveMovie, DirectShow are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and /or other countries. • Macintosh and Mac OS, QuickTime are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. • DirectCD is a trademark of Adaptec, Inc.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 38 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM B Viewing images with a computer connected with the USB cable Once you install DirectCD included in the supplied CD-ROM, you do not need to finalize the disc to view images on the disc. You can exchange data between the camera and a computer using the supplied USB cable and CD-ROMs. Installing the USB driver Do not connect the camera to the computer yet.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 39 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 7 Connect the USB jack on your camera with the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. to the USB jack to the USB connector USB cable computer Push the connector as far as it will go The computer automatically recognizes the camera. Open [ My Computer], the newly recognized drive (Example: (E:)) is added. Installing driver is complete.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 40 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 4 Open [ My Computer] on Windows and double-click the newly recognized drive. (Example: [ CD Mavica (E:)]) The folders inside the disc are displayed, and the disc cover of the camera will be locked. To remove the disc, carry out the operation for removing the disc described on the software operating instructions of DirectCD.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 41 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 1 Remove the disc. For details, refer to the software operating instructions of DirectCD. 2 When using Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional: 1 Select the applicable drive from [ ] on the task bar, then stop it. 2 After the message informing you that the drive has been removed safely appears, disconnect the USB cable.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 42 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 2 Double click the disc folder. 3 Double-click the desired data file. For the detailed folder and file names, see “Image file storage destinations and image file names” (page 43).
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 43 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Image file storage destinations and image file names Image files recorded with your camera 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. E.g., for Windows Me users (The drive recognizing the camera is “E.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 44 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Folder IMCIF100 File Meaning DSC0ssss.JPG • Small-size image file recorded in EMAIL mode (page 59) DSC0ssss.TIF • Uncompressed image file recorded in TIFF mode (page 62) MOML0001 MOV0ssss.MPG • Moving image file recorded normally MOMLV100 DSC0ssss.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 45 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Advanced operations Before performing advanced operations This section describes the basic control methods that are frequently used for “Advanced operations.” How to use the mode dial The mode dial switches the function which is used for recording, playback, or editing. The SET UP position changes the settings of infrequently-used items (page 84).
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 46 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM How to use the control button When the menu or setup screen is displayed, the control button is used to select the buttons, images and menu items displayed on the LCD screen of your camera and modify the settings. The operation methods that are frequently used for “Advanced operations” are described below.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 47 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 2 When the mode dial is set to SET UP or : 1 Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select the item or setting you want to set up. The selected setting turns yellow. 2 Press the center z to enter the item.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 48 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM How to use the jog dial The functions which are used frequently are set up using the jog dial and the following direct buttons. The jog dial is used to change the value in manual adjustments.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 49 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 3 Press the jog dial. The value number turns to yellow. To adjust the value, repeat step 2. Viewing the next/previous image using the jog dial during playback When viewing an image in single-image mode (page 72), you can easily view the next/previous image by turning the jog dial. Menu settings Menu items that can be modified differ depending on the positions of the mode dial.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 50 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Item Setting x FINE (P. QUALITY) MODE (REC MODE) Description Records still images in the fine image quality mode. STANDARD Records still images in the standard image quality mode. TIFF Records a TIFF (uncompressed) file in addition to the JPEG file (page 62). TEXT Records a GIF file in black-and-white (page 61).
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 51 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Item PFX (P. EFFECT) Setting SOLARIZE B&W SEPIA NEG.ART x OFF Description Sets the image special effects (page 69). When the mode dial is set to ([MOVING IMAGE] is set to [CLIP MOTION] in the setup settings.) Item WB (WHITE BAL) Setting Sets the white balance (page 68). x NORMAL Selects the Clip Motion image size (page 53).
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 52 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Item Setting Description SLIDE* INTERVAL Sets the slide show interval. x 5 sec/10 sec/30 sec/1 min REPEAT A slide show can be repeated for up to approx. 20 minutes. x ON/OFF START Starts the slide show. CANCEL Cancels the slide show.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 53 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE) 1 3 Control button 2 Set the mode dial to , S, A, M, SCN, or . 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select the desired image size with v/V on the control button from [ ] (IMAGE SIZE).
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 54 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM The number of images* or the time** that you can record on a disc MVC-CD200 Image size MVC-CD300 Quality STANDARD FINE Image size Quality STANDARD FINE 1600×1200 Approx. 237 Approx. 132 2048×1536 Approx. 147 Approx. 81 1600 (3:2) Approx. 237 Approx. 132 2048 (3:2) Approx. 147 Approx. 81 1024×768 Approx. 500 Approx. 321 1600×1200 Approx. 237 Approx.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 55 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM B Various recording To release AE LOCK Recording with the exposure fixed (AE LOCK) Carry out one of the followings: • Press AE LOCK again after step 2. • Release your finger from the shutter button after step 3. • Press down the shutter button in step 4. Mode dial: /S/A/SCN Once you press AE LOCK, the exposure, now captured, is fixed.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 56 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Recording with the manual adjustments Mode dial: S/A/M Shutter speed priority mode Once the shutter speed is adjusted manually, the aperture will be automatically adjusted to the suitable value to attain correct exposure according to the brightness of the subject. Using the higher shutter speed, you can record a fast-moving subject with its motion frozen.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 57 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Note Manual exposure mode You can manually adjust the shutter speed and aperture values to achieve the desired shooting condition according to your purpose. The exposure value appears on the LCD screen (page 67). And you can also adjust this value according to your taste. 0 EV is the most suitable value set by the camera.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 58 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Recording images according to shooting conditions (SCENE SELECTION) Mode dial: SCN This camera has preset three SCENE SELECTION modes. Each mode is suitable for the following situations; night scene, landscape, and portrait. 1, 4 2, 3 To cancel the SCENE SELECTION function Set the mode dial to UP, , or .
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 59 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Recording three images continuously (BURST) (only for MVC-CD300) Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN This mode is used for a continuous recording. Press the shutter button in this mode, the camera records three images continuously.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 60 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM MVC-CD300 Image size Quality STANDARD FINE 2048×1536 Approx. 138 Approx. 79 2048 (3:2) Approx. 138 Approx. 79 1600×1200 Approx. 216 Approx. 126 1280×960 Approx. 306 Approx. 182 640×480 Approx. 855 Approx. 524 To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] with v/V in step 3.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 61 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Image size Quality STANDARD FINE Recording text documents (TEXT) 1024×768 Approx. 369 Approx. 262 Mode dial: 640×480 Approx. 677 Approx. 451 The TEXT mode is suitable for recording a document to emphasize its character by the black and white colors. The LCD screen also turns to black and white, and the image is recorded in the GIF format.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 62 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Image size 1280×960 Minimum 462 640×480 Minimum 974 ∗ The maximum number of recordable images depends on the document condition, such as the amount of text portions. To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] with v/V in step 3. Notes • If the subject is not evenly illuminated, you may be unable to record a clear image.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 63 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM MVC-CD300 Image size Quality STANDARD FINE 2048×1536 Approx. 12 Approx. 11 2048 (3:2) Approx. 14 Approx. 13 To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] with v/V in step 3.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 64 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] with v/V in step 6. Notes • You cannot use the flash in this mode. • During recording, the image is not displayed on the LCD screen. Make the composition before pressing the shutter button. • Focus and white balance are adjusted against the first image and this setting is also used for the other images.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 65 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 6 Record the image for the first frame. 60min 160 2/10 ∗ When recording 10 frames per Clip Motion file ∗∗ When recording 2 frames per Clip Motion file Notes MAKING “CLIP MOTION” Before carrying out step 8, the images are temporarily stored in memory. These images are not recorded on the disc, yet. 7 Record the image for the next frame.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 66 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Setting the distance to the subject Recording images in macro Mode dial: Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN/ Normally the focus is automatically adjusted. This function is useful when the auto focus does not work well such as in dark places. /S/A/M/SCN/ The macro recording is used when zooming up a little subject, such as flowers, insects.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 67 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Tip Adjusting the exposure (EXPOSURE) Mode dial: /S/A/SCN/ Adjusts the exposure value which is set in the automatic adjustment. 1 3 2 1 Set the mode dial to . SCN, or 2 3 Press Normally, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure. If the color of the image is too dark or bright as illustrated below, we recommend that you adjust the exposure manually.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 68 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Adjusting the white balance (WHITE BALANCE) Mode dial: indicator appears. 2 Shoot a white object such as paper /S/A/M/SCN/ Normally, the white balance is automatically adjusted (AUTO). When you record with the shooting condition fixed or under the specific lighting condition, you can manually adjust the white balance.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 69 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Tip The image is susceptible to lighting conditions. The image looks blue under sunlight in the summer, and looks red under mercury lamps. Human eyes can resolve these problems. However, the camera cannot resolve the problem by making adjustments.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 70 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Notes Recording the date and time on the still image (DATE/TIME) Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN • If you select [DATE] in step 3, the date is imposed onto the image in the order selected with “Setting the date and time” (page 14). • The date and time are not superimposed onto Clip Motion images. 5 1, 4 2, 3 1 Set the mode dial to SET UP. The setup screen appears.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 71 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Using the Spot lightmetering function Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN/ Use this function when there is backlight or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background, etc. Press to activate the spot lightmetering function. Position the point you want to record at the spot lightmetering cross hair.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\07adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 72 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM B Various playback • Triple-image screen Playing back three or nine images at once APERTURE VALUE: F2.5 SHUTTER SPEED: 1/125 EXPOSURE VALUE: 0.0 Mode dial: You can display multiple images on the LCD screen at one time using the zoom buttons. 1 2 1 2 Set the mode dial to . Press the zoom W/T buttons repeatedly.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\07adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 73 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Tip When the triple-image screen is displayed, pressing MENU opens the menu including [PRINT], [PROTECT], and [DELETE]. For details on items, see pages 77, 78, and 81. To close the menu, press MENU again. The menu disappears and the recording information is indicated.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\07adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 74 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Notes • Zoom scaling is up to 5× regardless of the original image size. • The quality of enlarged images may be deteriorated. • The original data is left even if you enlarge the image. • The enlarged image is recorded as the newest file. • If you trim an image, the disc space will be decrease.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\07adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 75 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM To cancel the SLIDE SHOW setting Select [CANCEL] with v/V in step 3, then press z. To stop the SLIDE SHOW playback Press z, select [EXIT] with B, then press z. Rotating a still image (ROTATE) Mode dial: You can rotate the image recorded in portrait orientation and display it in landscape orientation.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\07adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 76 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Viewing images on a TV screen Mode dial: Before connecting your camera, be sure to turn off the TV. Set the TV/VIDEO switch to “VIDEO”. A/V connecting cable to A/V OUT (MONO) jack 1 Connect the A/V connecting cable to the A/V OUT (MONO) jack of your camera and to the audio/video input jacks of the TV.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 77 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM B Editing In index mode Deleting images (DELETE) Mode dial: 1 Protected images cannot be deleted. 3–5 2, 5 In single-image or tripleimage mode 1 2 2, 4, 5 3 Set the mode dial to 2 In single-image mode: Display the image you want to delete with b/B. In triple-image mode: Press the zoom W button twice to turn to the triple-image mode.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 78 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 5 When you select [ALL] Select [ENTER] with b/B, then press z. All the unprotected images are deleted. When you select [SELECT] The frame of the selected image turns green. 1 Select the image to be deleted with v/V/b/B, then press z. To cancel, press z again. Repeat this step to select other images. The (delete) indicator appears on the selected images.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 79 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM In index mode 5 1 3–5 2, 5 1 Set the mode dial to , then display the index screen with the zoom W button. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [PROTECT] with b/B, then press z. 4 Select [ALL] or [SELECT] with b/B, then press z. When you select [ALL] Select [ON] with b/B, then press z. All the images in the disc are protected.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 80 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Notes Changing the recorded still image size (RESIZE) Mode dial: You can change the image size of the recorded image. 1 3, 4 2 1 Set the mode dial to , then display the image of which you want to change the size. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [RESIZE] with b/B, then press z. 4 Select the desired size with v/V, then press z.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 81 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Selecting still images to print (PRINT) To unmark the print mark Press z again in step 4. mark disappear. Mode dial: You can mark a print mark on still images recorded with your camera. This mark is convenient when you have images printed at a shop that conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 82 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 6 Press MENU. The menu appears. 7 Select [OK] with b/B, then press z. To unmark selected print marks Select the image to be unmarked in step 5 with v/V/b/B, then press z. Formatting a CD-RW When deleting all the images in the CD-RW or using the CD-RW formatted with other equipment than this camera, format the CD-RW.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 83 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Notes • When you format, be sure to use a fully charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor as the power source. • CD-Rs cannot be formatted. • The disc which is formatted using other equipment than this camera cannot be used with this camera. Format the disc again with this camera. • It takes about seven minutes to execute the format.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 84 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Changing the setup settings (SET UP) Set the mode dial to SET UP. The setup screen appears. You can set up the following items with the control button. DISC TOOL Item FINALIZE FORMAT INITIALIZE UNFINALIZE Setting Description OK Finalizes a disc (page 32). CANCEL Cancels the finalization. OK Formats a CD-RW (page 82).
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 85 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM SETUP 1 Item FILE NUMBER CONVERSION LENS (MVCCD300 only) / LANGUAGE CLOCK SET Setting Description SERIES Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the disc is changed. x RESET Resets the file number that starts from 0001 each time the disc is changed. ON Set to [ON] when using the VCL-MHG07 conversion lens (not supplied).
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 86 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Item USB CONNECT DEMO Setting PTP x NORMAL x ON OFF Description Switches the USB mode (page 35). This is activated only when using the AC power adaptor. [DEMO] is set to [STBY] at the factory and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you have set the mode dial to , S, A, M, or SCN. To cancel the demonstration, turn off the power.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 87 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Additional information Precautions The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 88 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM If moisture condensation occurs Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to record with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images. On pickup lens Do not touch the pickup lens inside the disc cover.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 89 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM On the built-in rechargeable lithium battery Your camera is supplied with a built-in rechargeable lithium battery installed so as to retain the date and time, etc., regardless of the setting of the POWER switch. The built-in rechargeable lithium battery is always charged as long as you are using your camera.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 90 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM • Data may be damaged if: — You remove the disc or turn off the power while reading or writing data. — You use the camera in a location subject to the effects of static electricity or noise. • Do not attach any material on the surface of a disc. This causes a nonuniform rotating speed and this may cause a malfunction of the camera.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 91 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Effective use of the battery pack About “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 camera and the AC power adaptor.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 92 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM • The E mark indicating there is little remaining battery time sometimes flashes depending on the operating conditions or ambient temperature and environment even if the remaining battery time is 5 to 10 minutes.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 93 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, first check the following items. Should your camera still not operate properly after you have made these checks, press the reset button located on the bottom. (If you press the reset button, the date and time setting is cleared.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 94 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Symptom Cause and/or Solution The picture is out of focus. • Your camera is not in macro recording mode when you shoot a subject that is about 3 to 50 cm (1 3/16 to 19 3/4 inches) (MVC-CD200) or about 4 to 50 cm (1 5/8 to 19 3/4 inches) (MVC-CD300) away from the lens. t Set the macro recording mode (page 66). t Press the zoom W button repeatedly.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 95 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Cause and/or Solution The flash does not work. • The flash is set to . t Set the flash to (no indication) or (page 24). • The mode dial is set to , SET UP, or (MPEG MOVIE). t Set it to , S, A, M, SCN, or (CLIP MOTION). • The camera is in one of the following SCENE SELECTION modes: TWILIGHT or LANDSCAPE.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 96 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Symptom Cause and/or Solution The image cannot be played back on the CDROM drive of your computer. • The disc has not been finalized. t Finalize the disc (page 32). • An error occurs during recording by vibration. t Possibly, you may be able to play back images if you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 97 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Symptom Cause and/or Solution The TEXT mode recording cannot be properly done. • The subject is not under even lighting situations. t Change lighting. • The mode dial is set to S, A, M, or SCN. t Set it to . Your computer does not recognize your camera. • The battery level is low. t Use the AC power adaptor (page 13). • The camera is turned off.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 98 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM 5 Open “Device Manager” on Windows. For Windows 98, Windows 98SE and Windows Me users: 1 Open [Control Panel] from [ My Computer], then double-click [System]. 2 “System properties” is displayed. Click the [Device Manager] tab located at the top. 3 Click [ CD Mavica] in [ Other devices], then click the [Delete (E)] button located at the lower-right corner.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 99 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Symptom Cause and/or Solution The indication of the battery remaining time is not proper, or the power is immediately turned off even if the battery remaining indicator indicates that the battery level is sufficient. • You are using the camera for many hours under extremely hot or cold temperatures. • The battery pack is dead.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 100 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Warning and notice messages Various messages appear on the LCD screen. Check the corresponding descriptions in the following list. Message Meaning LENS CAP ATTACHED The lens cap is attached. COVER OPEN The disc cover is opened. NO DISC No disc is inserted. DRIVE ERROR There is trouble with the disc drive or the camera.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 101 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Message Meaning E The battery level is too low. CAN NOT UNFINALIZE A CD-R or the disc that is not finalized is inserted. CAN NOT FORMAT A CD-R is inserted. FORMAT ERROR The disc that is formatted using other equipment than this camera is inserted. TURN THE POWER OFF AND ON AGAIN A malfunction occurs on the lens (MVCCD300 only).
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 102 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Self-diagnosis display Your camera has a self-diagnosis display. This function displays the camera condition on the LCD screen with a combination of a letter and four digits of numbers. If this appears, check the following code chart. The code informs you of the camera’s current condition.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 103 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Specifications System Readout Noncontact optical readout (using semiconductor laser) Laser Wavelength: 777 to 787 nm NA: 0.5 Maximum output: 23 mW Emission duration: 600 ns Input and Output connector A/V OUT (MONO) (Monaural) Minijack Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced, sync negative Audio: 327 mV (at a 47 kΩ load) Output impedance: 2.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 104 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM Dimensions (Approx.) 38.2×20.5×55.6 mm (1 9/16×13/16×2 1/4 inches) (w/h/d) Mass (Approx.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 105 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM LCD screen indicators The indicators during recording 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa qs 120min AE-L ISO400 DATE SOLARIZE WHITE BAL ISO 640FINE 4000 5.8m +2.0EV F4.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 106 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM The indicators during still image playback 120min 1600 11/12 x1.
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filename[D:\WORKS\CD\3067951111\3067951111MVCCD200UC\02GBMVCCD200UC\01covIX.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 108 Thursday, March 8, 2001 4:59 PM FORMAT.........................82 Full charge .......................10 Index G A , AC power adaptor.....10 13 ACC jack ...........................7 Adjusting brightness LCD screen..................22 AE (auto exposure) ..........20 Auto power-off function ..21 , , GIF .................... 44 61 64 I Battery pack Charging......................