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Sony DCR-PC115 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony DCR-PC115 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DCR-PC
Serial No.
DCR-PC120BT
DCR-PC115/PC120BT
©2001 Sony Corporation
3-070-602-11 (1)
Model No. AC-
Serial No.
TM
SERIES

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-PC Serial No.

  • Page 2: Memory Stick

    Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come.

  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    For customers in the U.S.A. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222- SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.:...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Main Features Taking moving or still images, and playing them back •Recording a moving picture on a tape (p. 20) •Recording a still image on a tape (p. 36) •Playing back a tape (p. 31) •Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s (p. 112) •Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s (p.

  • Page 5: Checking Supplied Accessories

    Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 13) 2 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 35) 3 USB cable (1) (p. 142) 4 Battery terminal cover (1) (p. 12) 5 NP-FM50 battery pack (1) (p.
  • Page 6 Table of contents Main Features ... 4 Checking supplied accessories ... 5 Quick Start Guide Getting started Using this manual ... 10 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 12 Installing the battery pack ... 12 Charging the battery pack ... 13 Connecting to a wall outlet ...
  • Page 7 Table of contents Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture ... 128 Recording edited pictures as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) ... 132 Copying still images from a tape – Photo save ... 135 Viewing a still image –...

  • Page 8: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide Connecting the power cord Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 12). AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette Slide OPEN/ Z EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your camcorder.
  • Page 9 Recording a picture Remove the lens cap. Viewing a picture with the viewfinder Close the LCD panel, and pull out the viewfinder. Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. The picture appears on the screen. When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off.

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    — Getting started — Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. (DCR-PC120BT is marked as DCR-PC120 on the bottom of this unit.) The DCR-PC120BT is the model used for illustration purposes.

  • Page 11: Precautions On Camcorder Care

    Using this manual Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.

  • Page 12: Step 1 Preparing The Power Supply

    Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack (1) While sliding BATT RELEASE in the direction of the arrow 1, slide the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow 2. (2) Insert the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. To remove the battery pack The battery pack is removed in the same way as the battery terminal cover.

  • Page 13: Charging The Battery Pack

    Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). See page 167 for details of “InfoLITHIUM” 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 up.

  • Page 14: Recording Time

    Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging time Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-FM70 NP-FM90 NP-FM91 The charging time may increase if the battery’s temperature is extremely high or low because of the ambient temperature. Approximate minutes at 25°C (77°F) to charge an empty battery pack Recording time Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied)

  • Page 15: Connecting To A Wall Outlet

    “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” M series battery packs have the mark. SERIES “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor.

  • Page 16: Step 2 Setting The Date And Time

    Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time settings when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCK SET” will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not use your camcorder for about three months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p.
  • Page 17 Step 2 Setting the date and time MENU Note Instead of DST, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models. If you do not set the date and time “--:--:--” and “--- -- ----” are recorded on the data code of the tape and the “Memory Stick.”...

  • Page 18: Simple Setting Of Clock By Time Difference

    Step 2 Setting the date and time Simple setting of clock by time difference You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference. Select AREA SET, DST SET* in the menu settings. See page 103 for more information. * Instead of DST, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models.

  • Page 19: Step 3 Inserting A Cassette

    Step 3 Inserting a cassette (1) Install the power source. (2) Slide OPEN/Z EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the 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.

  • Page 20: Recording - Basics

    Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides and pull the lens cap string to fix it. (2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” to “Step 3” for more information (p.

  • Page 21: After Recording

    Recording a picture Note on the LOCK switch When you slide the LOCK switch to the left, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. LOCK switch is set to the right as a default setting. To enable smooth transition Transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene is smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette even if you turn off your camcorder.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Lcd Screen

    Recording a picture Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD screen can be opened up to 90 degrees. The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side. When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically, and swing it into the camcorder body. Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off (p.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Viewfinder

    Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Pull out the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. Viewfinder backlight You can change the brightness of the backlight.

  • Page 24: Using The Zoom Feature

    Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W”...

  • Page 25: Shooting With The Mirror Mode

    Recording a picture 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.
  • Page 26 Recording a picture Indicators displayed in the recording mode The indicators are not recorded on tapes. JUL 4 2001 Remaining battery time indicator during recording The remaining battery time indicator roughly indicates the continuous recording time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are recording.

  • Page 27: Shooting Backlit Subjects - Back Light

    Recording a picture Shooting backlit subjects – BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, press BACK LIGHT. The .

  • Page 28: Using The Nightshot Light

    Recording a picture Using Super NightShot The Super NightShot mode makes subjects more than 16 times brighter than those recorded in the NightShot mode. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. “NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash on the screen. (2) Press SUPER NIGHTSHOT.

  • Page 29: Self-Timer Recording

    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) Press (self-timer) in the standby mode. The on the screen. (2) Press START/STOP. Self-timer starts counting down from ten with a beep sound. In the last two seconds of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically.

  • Page 30: Checking The Recording

    Checking the recording – END SEARCH / EDITSEARCH / Rec Review You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shoot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record is smooth. END SEARCH You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record.

  • Page 31: Playback - Basics

    — Playback – Basics — Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape.

  • Page 32: To Display The Screen Indicators - Display Function

    Playing back a tape If you leave the power on for a long time Your camcorder gets warm. This is not a malfunction. When you open or close the LCD panel Open or close the LCD panel vertically. To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY.

  • Page 33: Various Playback Modes

    Playing back a tape Various settings Various settings is your camcorder’s information when you have recorded. In the recording mode, the various settings will not be displayed. When you use the data code function, bars (-- -- --) appear if: –...
  • Page 34 Playing back a tape To view the picture frame-by-frame Press C on the Remote Commander in the playback pause mode. For frame-by-frame playback in the reverse direction, press c. To resume normal playback, press N. To search the last scene recorded (END SEARCH) Press END SEARCH in the stop mode.

  • Page 35: Viewing The Recording On Tv

    Viewing the recording on TV 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 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.

  • Page 36: Advanced Recording Operations

    — Advanced Recording Operations — Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording You can record an still image like a photograph. You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP mode on a 60-minute tape.
  • Page 37 Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording Recording images with the flash The flash pops up automatically. The default setting is auto (no indicator). To change the flash mode, press the the screen. Each press of (flash) changes the indicator as follows: t No indicator Auto red-eye reduction: The flash fires before recording to reduce the red-eye...
  • Page 38 Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording When you record images with the flash The possible shooting distance using the built-in flash is shorter than when you record on “Memory Stick”s. When playing back images recorded with the flash on other equipment These images may flicker.
  • Page 39 Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording Self-timer recording You can record still images on tapes with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Press (self-timer) in the standby mode. The on the screen.

  • Page 40: Adjusting The White Balance Manually

    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) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. Press MENU, then select and decide upon WHT BAL in (2) Select and decide upon the desired white balance mode with the control button.

  • Page 41: Using The Wide Mode

    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 a playback on a normal TV [b] or on a wide-screen TV [c] is compressed in the widthwise direction.

  • Page 42: Using The Fader Function

    Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. FADER M. FADER (mosaic) 1) 2) BOUNCE OVERLAP WIPE 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. You can use the bounce function when D ZOOM is set to OFF in the menu settings.
  • Page 43 Using the fader function (1) When fading in [a] In the standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. When fading out [b] In the recording mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. The indicator changes as follows: FADER no indicator T The last selected fader mode is indicated first of all.
  • Page 44 Using the fader function While using the bounce function, you cannot use the following functions: – Focus – Zoom – Picture effect – Exposure Note on the bounce function The BOUNCE indicator does not appear in the following mode or functions: –...

  • Page 45: Using Special Effects - Picture Effect

    Using special effects – Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV. NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : The picture gets sepia. B&W : The picture appears in monochrome (black-and-white).

  • Page 46: Using Special Effects - Digital Effect

    Using special effects – Digital effect You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can record still images successively at constant intervals.
  • Page 47 Using special effects – Digital effect (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Press MENU, then select and decide upon D EFFECT in (2) Select and decide upon the desired digital effect mode with the control button. The bars appear. In the STILL or LUMI. mode, the still image that you selected and decided upon is stored in memory.
  • Page 48 Using special effects – Digital effect Notes •The following functions do not work during digital effect: – Fader – Low lux of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) – Tape photo recording – Super NightShot •The PROGRAM AE function does not work in the slow shutter mode. •The following functions do not work in the old movie mode: –...

  • Page 49: Using The Program Ae Function

    Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements. Spotlight This mode prevents peoples’ faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater. Soft portrait This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers.
  • Page 50 Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. Press MENU, then select and decide upon PROGRAM AE in (2) Select and decide upon the desired PROGRAM AE mode with the control button. To cancel the PROGRAM AE function Select PROGRAM AE to AUTO in the menu settings.
  • Page 51 Using the PROGRAM AE function While WHT BAL is set to AUTO in the menu settings The white balance is adjusted even if the PROGRAM AE function is selected. Even if the PROGRAM AE function is selected You can adjust the exposure. If you are recording under a discharge tube such as a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp or mercury lamp Flickering or changes in color may occur in the following modes.

  • Page 52: Adjusting The Exposure Manually

    Adjusting the exposure manually You can manually adjust and set the exposure. Normally exposure is automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: – The subject is backlit – Bright subject and dark background – To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, press EXPOSURE.

  • Page 53: Focusing Manually

    Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. Normally, focus is automatically adjusted: •The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting: – subjects through glass coated with water droplets – horizontal stripes –...
  • Page 54 Focusing manually To focus precisely It is easier to focus on the subject if you adjust the zoom to shoot at the “W” (wide- angle) after focusing at the “T” (telephoto) position. When you shoot close to the subject Focus at the end of the “W” (wide-angle) position. 9 changes as follows: when recording a distant subject when the subject is too close to focus on...

  • Page 55: Interval Recording

    Interval recording You can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering, emergence, etc., with this function. (1) In the standby mode, press MENU, then select and decide upon INT. REC in with the control button (p.
  • Page 56 Interval recording POWER LOCK CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16 : 9W I DE STEADYSHOT N. S. L I GHT FRAME REC I NT. REC FLASH LVL RETURN [ MENU ] : END MENU To cancel the interval recording Perform either of the following: –...

  • Page 57: Frame By Frame Recording - Cut Recording

    Frame by frame recording – Cut recording You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using cut recording. To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a cut recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate the camcorder using the Remote Commander after step 4.

  • Page 58: Advanced Playback Operations

    Playing back a tape with picture effects During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect functions: NEG. ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE. (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press MENU, then select and decide upon P EFFECT in (2) Select and decide upon the desired mode with the control button.

  • Page 59: Playing Back A Tape With Digital Effects

    Playing back a tape with digital effects During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press MENU, then select and decide upon D EFFECT in (2) Select and decide upon the desired mode with the control button.

  • Page 60: Enlarging Images Recorded On Tapes - Tape Pb Zoom

    Enlarging images recorded on tapes – Tape PB ZOOM You can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s (p. 148). (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press PB ZOOM on your camcorder. The center of the image is enlarged to twice its size.

  • Page 61: Quickly Locating A Scene Using The Zero Set Memory Function

    Quickly locating a scene using the zero set memory function Your camcorder goes forward or backward to automatically stop at a desired scene having a tape counter value of “0:00:00”. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In the playback mode, press DISPLAY. (2) Press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you want to locate later.

  • Page 62: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Tape By Title - Title Search

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title – Title search If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries of recorded tape by title. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation Set CM SEARCH in (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

  • Page 63: Searching A Recording By Date - Date Search

    Searching a recording by date – Date search You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and start playback from that point (Date search). Use a tape with cassette memory for convenience. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date.

  • Page 64: Searching For The Date Without Using Cassette Memory

    Searching a recording by date – Date search Note If one day’s recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes. If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The date search function may not work correctly.

  • Page 65: Searching For A Photo - Photo Search/Photo Scan

    Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan You can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape (photo search). You can also search for still images one after another and display each image for five seconds automatically regardless of cassette memory (photo scan). Use the Remote Commander for these operations.

  • Page 66: Searching For A Photo Without Using Cassette Memory

    Searching for a photo – Photo search/Photo scan Searching for a photo without using cassette memory (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press MENU, then select and decide upon CM SEARCH in control button (p. 96). (3) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears.

  • Page 67: Editing

    — 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.
  • Page 68 Dubbing a tape If your VCR has an S video jack Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional). With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable.

  • Page 69: Dubbing Only Desired Scenes - Digital Program Editing (On Tapes)

    Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a tape without operating the VCR. Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20 programs. Your camcorder can dub on “Memory Stick”s. See p. 132 for more information. Unwanted scene Before operating the Digital program editing on tapes recorded on other equipment...

  • Page 70: Set The Ir Setup Code

    Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cable To edit using the VCR, send the control signal by infrared rays to the remote sensor on the VCR. When you connect using an A/V connecting cable, follow the procedure below, (1) to (4), to send the control signal correctly.
  • Page 71 The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code, depending on your VCR. The default setting is code number 3. Brand IR SETUP code Sony 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Admiral (M. Wards) 89 Aiwa...
  • Page 72 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) (2) Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the VCR Select and decide upon PAUSEMODE with the control button, then select and decide upon the mode to cancel recording pause on the VCR with the control button. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.
  • Page 73 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) (4) Confirming the VCR operation 1 Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set to recording pause. 2 Select and decide upon IR TEST with the control button. 3 Select and decide upon EXECUTE with the control button. If the VCR starts recording, the setting is correct.

  • Page 74: Dv Connecting Cable

    Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) When you connect using i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) (optional), follow the procedure below. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Turn the power of the connected VCR on, then set the input selector to DV input.
  • Page 75 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR You can adjust the synchronization of your camcorder and the VCR. Have a pen and paper ready for notes. Before operation, eject a cassette from your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
  • Page 76 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Notes •When you complete step 3, the image to adjust the synchronization is recorded for about 50 seconds. •If you start recording from the very beginning of the tape, the first few seconds of the tape may not record properly.
  • Page 77 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 1: Making the program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press MENU, then select and decide upon VIDEO EDIT in button (p.

  • Page 78: Erasing The Program You Have Set

    Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from of the last program. (1) Select and decide upon UNDO with the control button. (2) Select and decide upon EXECUTE with the control button. The last set program mark flashes, then the setting is canceled.
  • Page 79 Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 2: Performing the program (Dubbing a tape) Make sure your camcorder and VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. When you use an i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) the following procedure is not necessary.

  • Page 80: Using With Analog Video Unit And Your Computer - Signal Convert Function

    Using with analog video unit and your computer – Signal convert function You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to your computer which has the i.LINK (DV) jack to your camcorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

  • Page 81: Recording Video Or Tv Programs

    Recording video or TV programs Using the A/V connecting cable You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder.
  • Page 82 Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper.

  • Page 83: Using The Remote Commander

    Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper.

  • Page 84: Inserting A Scene From A Vcr - Insert Editing

    Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert editing You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as on page 81 or 82. Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR.

  • Page 85: Inserting A Scene From A Vcr – Insert Editing

    Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper.

  • Page 86: Audio Dubbing

    Audio dubbing You can record an audio sound to add to the original sound on a tape by connecting audio equipment or a microphone. If you connect the audio equipment, you can add sound to your recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points. The original sound will not be erased.
  • Page 87 Audio dubbing Connecting the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack Audio equipment LINE OUT AUDIO L AUDIO R Do not connect the video (yellow) plug. : Signal flow Dubbing with the built-in microphone No connection is necessary. Note When dubbing with the AUDIO/VIDEO jack or the built-in microphone, pictures are not output through S VIDEO jack or the AUDIO/VIDEO jack.

  • Page 88: Adding An Audio Sound On A Recorded Tape

    Audio dubbing Adding an audio sound on a recorded tape Choose a connection mentioned before, and connect audio equipment or microphone to your camcorder. Then follow the procedure below. (1) Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (3) Locate the recording start point by pressing N.
  • Page 89 Audio dubbing Notes •New sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the 16-bit mode (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz). •New sound cannot be recorded on a tape already recorded in the LP mode. •You cannot add audio with the DV jack. •You cannot add audio on the blank portion of the tape.

  • Page 90: Superimposing A Title

    Superimposing a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for five seconds from the point where you superimposed it. You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 93). You can also select the color, size and position of titles.
  • Page 91 Superimposing a title If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock You cannot superimpose or erase the title. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection. To use the custom title If you want to use the custom title, select If the tape has a blank portion You cannot superimpose a title on the portion.

  • Page 92: Erasing A Title

    Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (2) Press MENU, then select and decide upon TITLEERASE in button (p. 96). (3) Select and decide upon the title you want to erase with the control button. ERASE OK ? indicator appears.

  • Page 93: Making Your Own Titles

    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. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (2) Press MENU, then select and decide upon TITLE in button (p.

  • Page 94: Labeling A Cassette

    Labeling a cassette If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labelled cassette and turn the power on, the label is displayed for about five seconds.

  • Page 95: Erasing All The Data In Cassette Memory

    Labeling a cassette To erase the label you have made Select and decide upon [C] with the control button in step 4. The last character is erased. To change the label you have made Insert the cassette to change the label, and operate in the same way to make a new label. If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock You cannot label a cassette.

  • Page 96: Customizing Your Camcorder

    — 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) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, VCR or MEMORY, press MENU.

  • Page 97: Selecting The Mode Setting Of Each Item

    Changing the menu settings Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET PRINT SET CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment.
  • Page 98 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode FRAME REC z OFF INT. REC z OFF FLASH LVL HIGH z NORMAL HOLOGRAM F z AUTO HiFi SOUND z STEREO AUDIO MIX —— A/VtDV OUT z OFF Note on FLASH LVL You cannot adjust FLASH LVL if the external flash (optional) is not compatible with the flash level.
  • Page 99 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode LCD BRIGHT —— LCD B. L. z BRT NORMAL BRIGHT LCD COLOR —— VF B.L. z BRT NORMAL BRIGHT STILL SET PIC MODE z SINGLE NORMAL HIGH SPEED MULTI SCRN QUALITY z SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD IMAGESIZE...
  • Page 100 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode MOVIE SET IMAGESIZE z 320 REMAIN z AUTO PRINT MARK z OFF PROTECT z OFF SLIDE SHOW —— DELETE ALL —— FORMAT z RETURN PHOTO SAVE —— Notes on formatting •Supplied “Memory Stick”s have been formatted at factory. Formatting with this camcorder is not required.
  • Page 101 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode 9PIC PRINT z RETURN SAME MULTI MARKED DATE/TIME z OFF DATE DAY&TIME TITLE —— TITLEERASE —— TITLE DSPL z ON CM SEARCH z ON TAPE TITLE —— ERASE ALL —— Note on PRINT SET 9PIC PRINT and DATE/TIME are displayed only when an external printer (optional) is connected to the intelligent accessory shoe.
  • Page 102 When you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs, noise may occur in pictures or sound. •When you record in the LP mode, we recommend using a Sony Excellence/Master cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder.
  • Page 103 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode DATA CODE z DATE/CAM DATE AREA SET —— DST SET* z OFF BEEP z MELODY NORMAL COMMANDER z ON DISPLAY z LCD V-OUT/LCD REC LAMP z ON VIDEO EDIT z RETURN TAPE MEMORY * Instead of DST, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models. Note If you press DISPLAY with DISPLAY set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings, the picture from a TV or VCR will not appear on the LCD screen even when your...

  • Page 104: Memory Stick" Operations

    — “Memory Stick” Operations — Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction You can record and play back images on a “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 105 United States and/or other countries. •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. are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
  • Page 106 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 b mark facing as illustrated. “Memory Stick” slot Access lamp Ejecting a “Memory Stick” Press the “Memory Stick”...

  • Page 107: Selecting Still Image Quality Mode

    Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Selecting still image quality mode You can select image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting is SUPER FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position.

  • Page 108: Image Quality Settings

    Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Image quality settings Setting SUPER FINE (SFN) FINE (FINE) STANDARD (STD) Note In some cases, changing the image quality mode may not affect the image quality, depending on the types of images you are shooting. Differences in image quality mode Recorded images are compressed in JPEG format before being stored in memory.

  • Page 109: Selecting The Image Size

    Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Selecting the image size You can select either of two image sizes Still images: 1360 1020 or 640 480. (When the POWER switch is set to VCR, the image size is automatically set to 640 The default setting is 1360 Moving pictures: 320 The default setting is 320 240.
  • Page 110 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Image size settings Setting 1360 1020 640 480 320 240 160 112 Maximum recording time of moving pictures Image size 320 240 160 112 Meaning Records 1360 1020 still images. Records 640 480 still images. Records 320 240 moving pictures.
  • Page 111 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Approximate number of still images you can record on a “Memory Stick” The number of images you can record varies depending on which image quality and image size you select and the complexity of the subject. Type Image quality SUPER FINE (SFN)

  • Page 112: Recording Still Images On "Memory Stick"S - Memory Photo Recording

    Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory Photo recording You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position.

  • Page 113: Recording Images Continuously

    Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory Photo recording While you are recording a still image You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button.
  • Page 114 Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory Photo recording (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press MENU, then select and decide upon STILL SET in button (p.
  • Page 115 Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory Photo recording Recording images with the flash The flash automatically pops up to strobe. The default setting is auto (no indicator). To change the flash mode, press the appears on the screen. Each press of (flash) changes the indicator as follows: t No indicator...
  • Page 116 Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory Photo recording Shooting using the HOLOGRAM AF The HOLOGRAM AF is an auxiliary light source used for focusing on subjects in dark places. Set HOLOGRAM F to AUTO in the menu settings. (The default setting is AUTO.) When appears on the screen in a dark place, press PHOTO lightly.

  • Page 117: Self-Timer Memory Photo Recording

    Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory Photo recording Self-timer memory photo recording You can record images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position.

  • Page 118: Recording An Image From A Tape As A Still Image

    Recording an image from a tape as a still image Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.”...

  • Page 119: Recording A Still Image From Other Equipment

    Recording an image from a tape as a still image Sound recorded on a tape You cannot record the audio from a tape. Titles have already 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.
  • Page 120 Recording an image from a tape as a still image Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) DV OUT : Signal flow Note The “ ” may flash in the following instances. If this happens, eject and insert “Memory Stick“ again, and record distortion-free images. –...

  • Page 121: Superimposing A Still Image In The "Memory Stick" On An Image - Memory Mix

    Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on the “Memory Stick” on top of the moving image you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape or a “Memory Stick.”...

  • Page 122: Recording Superimposed Images On A Tape

    Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX Recording superimposed images on a tape Before operation • Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. • Insert a “Memory Stick” recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
  • Page 123 Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX MEMORY M. CHROM 100–0021 Still image To change the still image to superimpose Do either of the following: – Press MEMORY+/– before step 7. – Press z on the control button before step 7, and repeat the procedure from step 4. To change the mode setting Press z on the control button before step 7, and repeat the procedure from step 4.
  • Page 124 Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX Recording superimposed images on a “Memory Stick” as a still image Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” recorded still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position.
  • Page 125 Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX MEMORY M. CHROM 100–0021 Still image To change the still image to superimpose Do either of the following: – Press MEMORY+/– before step 7. – Press z on the control button before step 7, and repeat the procedure from step 4. To change the mode setting Press z on the control button before step 7, and repeat the procedure from step 4.

  • Page 126: Recording Moving Pictures On "Memory Stick"S - Mpeg Movie Recording

    Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – MPEG movie recording You can record moving pictures with sound on “Memory Stick”s. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position.
  • Page 127 Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – MPEG movie recording When using an external flash (optional) Turn the power of the external flash off when recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s. Otherwise, the charging sound for the flash may be recorded. Recording date/time The date/time are not displayed while recording.

  • Page 128: Recording A Picture From A Tape As A Moving Picture

    Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture 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 connector and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.”...

  • Page 129: Recording A Picture From A Tape As A Moving Picture

    Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Notes •Sound recorded in 48 kHz is converted to one in 32 kHz when recording images from a tape to “Memory Stick”s. •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 unit.

  • Page 130: Recording A Moving Picture From Other Equipment

    Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Recording a moving picture from other equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program. The image of the other equipment is displayed on the LCD screen or viewfinder.
  • Page 131 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) DV OUT : Signal flow Note The “ ” may flash in the following instances. If this happens, eject and insert “Memory Stick” again, and record distortion-free images. –...

  • Page 132: Making The Program

    Recording edited pictures as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto “Memory Stick”s. Making the program (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. (2) Insert the tape for playback, and a “Memory Stick” for recording into your camcorder.
  • Page 133 Recording edited pictures as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from of the last program. (1) Select and decide upon UNDO with the control button. (2) Select and decide upon EXECUTE with the control button.
  • Page 134 Recording edited pictures as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) To end the Digital program editing function Your camcorder stops when the dubbing ends. Then the display returns to VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Press MENU to end the program editing function. NOT READY appears on the LCD screen when: –...

  • Page 135: Copying Still Images From A Tape - Photo Save

    Copying still images from a tape – Photo save Using the search function, you can automatically take in only still images from tapes and record them on a “Memory Stick” in sequence. Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape. •Insert a “Memory Stick”...

  • Page 136: Viewing A Still Image - Memory Photo Playback

    Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback 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 a “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 137 Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback Screen indicators during still image playback 100-0006 MEMORY PLAY JUL 4 2001 12:05:56 AM Data Directory Number, File Number Recording data When you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander, you can see the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded).
  • Page 138 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. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position.

  • Page 139: Viewing A Moving Picture - Mpeg Movie Playback

    Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback 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 a “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 140 Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback MO V 0 0 0 0 1 – – – – – – JUL 4 2001 12:05:56 AM Data directory number/File number Recording date/time To display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback.

  • Page 141: Viewing Images Using Computer

    Viewing images using computer You can view data recorded on the “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. –...

  • Page 142: Installing The Usb Driver

    Viewing images using 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.
  • Page 143 (5) Move the following two files from the window opened in step 3 to the System Folder icon in the window opened in step 4 (drag and drop). • Sony Camcorder USB Driver • Sony Camcorder USB Shim (6) When “Put these items into the Extensions folder?” appears, click OK.

  • Page 144: Viewing Images

    Viewing images using computer Viewing images For Windows users (1) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Connect one end of USB cable to the other end to the USB connector on your computer. (3) Insert a “Memory Stick”...

  • Page 145: For Macintosh Users

    Viewing images using computer For Windows 2000 Professional/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.”...
  • Page 146 Viewing images using 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...

  • Page 147: Copying The Image Recorded On "Memory Stick"S To Tapes

    Copying the image recorded on “Memory Stick”s to tapes You can copy images recorded on “Memory Stick” and record them to a tape. Before operation •Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

  • Page 148: Enlarging Still Images Recorded On "Memory Stick"S - Memory Pb Zoom

    Enlarging still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s – Memory PB ZOOM You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can select and view the desired part from the enlarged still image. Also you can copy the desired part of the enlarged still image to tapes or “Memory Stick”s.

  • Page 149: Playing Back Images In A Continuous Loop - Slide Show

    Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.

  • Page 150: Preventing Accidental Erasure - Image Protection

    Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position.

  • Page 151: Deleting Images

    Deleting images You can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.” You can delete all images or selected images. Deleting selected images Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position.

  • Page 152: Deleting All The Images

    Deleting images Deleting all the images You can delete all the unprotected images in a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position.

  • Page 153: Writing A Print Mark - Print Mark

    Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK 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.

  • Page 154: Using The Optional Printer

    Using the optional printer You can use the optional printer on your camcorder to print images on the print paper. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer. There are various ways of printing still images. The following, however, describes how to print by selecting Before operation •Insert a recorded “Memory Stick”...

  • Page 155: Using The Network Function

    (Bluetooth) lamp 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.

  • Page 156: Troubleshooting

    If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 162.
  • Page 157 Types of trouble and their solutions Symptom The picture is recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors. The picture appears too bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen. The click of the shutter does not sound. Black bands appear when you record TV or computer screen.
  • Page 158 Types of trouble and their solutions In the recording and playback modes Symptom The power does not turn on. The end search function does not work. The end search function does not work correctly. The battery pack is quickly discharged. The battery remaining indicator does not indicate the correct time.
  • Page 159 Types of trouble and their solutions When operating using the “Memory Stick” Symptom The “Memory Stick” does not function. Recording does not function. The image cannot be deleted. You cannot format the “Memory Stick”. Deleting all the images cannot be carried out.
  • Page 160 VCR again (p. 69) • The camcorder is connected to DV equipment of other than Sony using the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). c Set it to IR (p. 70). • Setting program on a blank portion of the tape is attempted.
  • Page 161 • The battery pack is not properly installed. c Install it properly (p. 12). • Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • The USB cable was connected before installation of the USB driver was completed.

  • Page 162: Self-Diagnosis Display

    E:61:ss E:62:ss E:91:ss If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. LCD screen or Viewfinder Self-diagnosis display •C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself.

  • Page 163: Warning Indicators And Messages

    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 Warning indicator as to file Slow flashing: •The file is corrupted. •The file is unreadable. •You are trying to carry out MEMORY MIX function on moving picture (p.

  • Page 164: Warning Messages

    Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET • FOR “InfoLITHIUM” BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE** The video heads are dirty (p. 173). • FULL • 16BIT • REC MODE • TAPE • “i.LINK” CABLE • FULL • • NO FILE •...

  • Page 165: Additional Information

    — Additional Information — Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use the Hi8, Digital8, Betamax, ED Betamax or * There are two types of mini DV cassettes: with cassette memory and without cassette memory. Tapes with cassette memory have We recommend that you use the tape with cassette memory.

  • Page 166: Audio Mode

    Usable cassettes Audio mode 12-bit mode: The original sound can be recorded in stereo 1, and the new sound in stereo 2 in 32 kHz. The balance between stereo 1 and stereo 2 can be adjusted by selecting AUDIO MIX in the menu settings during playback. Both sounds can be played back.

  • Page 167: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    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 the battery pack 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.

  • Page 168: Battery Life

    About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack How to store the battery pack •If the battery pack is not used for a long time, do the following procedure once per year to maintain proper function. 1. Fully charge the battery. 2. Discharge on your electronic equipment. 3.

  • Page 169: About I.link

    About the Name “i.LINK” i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.

  • Page 170: Required I.link Cable

    DV jacks, see page 68 and 82. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV) compatible equipment made by SONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment. Before connecting this unit to a personal computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on the personal computer.

  • Page 171: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad Countries and areas where you can use network functions are restricted. For details, refer to the separate Network Operating Instructions. (DCR-PC120BT only) You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

  • Page 172: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    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.

  • Page 173: Cleaning The Lcd Screen

    If the above problem, [a], [b] or [c] occurs, clean the video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM-12CLD cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning.

  • Page 174: Charging The Built-In Rechargeable Battery

    • 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.

  • Page 175: About Care And Storage Of The Lens

    Maintenance information and precautions Camcorder care •Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCR sections and play back a tape for about three minutes when your camcorder is not to be used for a long time. •Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust.

  • Page 176: Battery Pack

    • If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. • If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 177: Specifications

    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 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the mark printed...

  • Page 178: Ac Power Adaptor

    Specifications General Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC power adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using 4.4 W Viewfinder 3.8 W Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F) Dimensions (Approx.)

  • Page 179: Quick Reference

    (p. 155) 5 Battery pack/Battery terminal cover (p. 12) This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES”...
  • Page 180 Identifying the parts and controls MEMORY PLAY INDEX DELETE MEMORY qf MEMORY operation buttons MEMORY PLAY button (p. 136) MEMORY INDEX button (p. 138) MEMORY DELETE button (p. 151) MEMORY +/– buttons (p. 136) MEMORY MIX button (p. 121) qg MPEG BX/PB ZOOM button (p.
  • Page 181 Identifying the parts and controls wa Speaker ws LOCK switch (p. 20) wd POWER switch (p. 20) wf Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 23) wg START/STOP button (p. 20) wh Cassette lid (p. 19) wj OPEN/Z EJECT lever (p. 19) wk Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch).
  • Page 182 Identifying the parts and controls wl S VIDEO ID-2 jack (p. 35, 67, 80, 119) e; MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack Connect an external microphone (optional). This jack also accepts a “plug-in-power” microphone. ea AUDIO/VIDEO ID-2 jack (p. 35, 67, 80, 119) es RESET button (p.
  • Page 183 Identifying the parts and controls el SUPER NIGHTSHOT button (p. 27) r; FOCUS button (p. 53) ra NETWORK button (p. 155) (DCR-PC120BT only) rs BROWSER MENU/MENU button (p. 155/96) (DCR-PC120BT)/ MENU button (p. 96) (DCR-PC115) rd EXPOSURE button (p. 52) rf BACK LIGHT button (p.
  • Page 184 The lens for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. It adopts the MTF offers a quality as the Carl Zeiss lens. The lenz for your camcorder is also T*-coated to suppress unwanted reflection and faithfully reproduce colors.

  • Page 185: Remote Commander

    •Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper.

  • Page 186: Picture Effect (P

    Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and Viewfinder 1 Cassette memory (p. 26, 165) 2 Remaining battery time (p. 26) 3 Zoom (p. 24)/Exposure (p. 52)/ Data file name (p. 104) 4 Digital effect (p. 46, 59)/MEMORY MIX (p.

  • Page 187: Index

    Index A, B AC power adaptor ... 13 Adjusting viewfinder ... 23 Audio dubbing ... 86 AUDIO MIX ... 98 Audio mode ... 102 Auto red-eye reduction .. 37, 115 AUTO SHTR ... 97 A/V connecting cable ... 35, 67, 80, 81, 119, 130 BACK LIGHT ...
  • Page 188 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan...

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