User Manual
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
• Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394
By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™ : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system,
used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC,
making it possible to produce or edit various images.
• USB interface for digital image data transfer
You can transfer still images to a PC using the USB interface without an add-on card.
• PHOTO
The PHOTO function lets you capture an object as a still along with sound, while in Camera mode.
• 400x Digital zoom
Allows you to magnify an image up to 400 times its original size.
• Color TFT LCD
A high-resolution color TFT LCD (with 211,000 pixels) gives you clean, sharp images as well as the ability to review your
recordings immediately.
• Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS)
The EIS compensates for any handshake, reducing unstable images particularly at high magnification.
• Various digital effects
The DSE (Digital Special Effects) allows you to give your films a special look by adding various special effects.
• Back Light Compensation (BLC)
The BLC function compensates for the bright background behind a subject you're recording.
• Program AE
The Program AE enables you to alter the shutter speed and aperture to suit the type of scene/action to be filmed.
• NITE PIX
The NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in a dark place.
• Digital Still Camera function (SCD590/D590T only)
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Using Memory Stick, you can easily record and play back standard still images.
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You can transfer standard still images on the Memory Stick to your PC by using the USB interface.
Features