2-661-360-11(1) Enjoying with your DVD Handycam 12 Getting Started 18 Easy Handycam 32 Operating Guide DCR-DVD105E/DVD205E/DVD304E/ DVD305E/DVD605E/DVD705E/ DVD755E Recording /Playback 40 Playback on DVD devices 54 Using the Recorded disc 61 Using the Setup items 64 Editing on DVD Handycam 85 Dubbing, Printing 94 Using a Computer 101 Troubleshooting 107 Additional Information 130 Glossary, Index 144 © 2006 Sony Corporation
Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. For the customers in Europe WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Replace the battery with the specified type only.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Applicable Accessories: Remote Commander, Microphone (For DCRDVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E) 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.
Read this first (continued) Notes on use Your camcorder is supplied with two kinds of operations guides. When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with “Memory Stick” compatible equipment (For DCR-DVD304E/ DVD305E/DVD755E) – “Operating Guide” (This manual) – “First Step Guide” for using your camcorder with the computer connected (stored on the supplied CD-ROM)* * The DCR-DVD105E/DVD205E/DVD304E/ DVD605E/DVD705E do not include “First Step Guide” because they do not support a computer connection.
Notes on the Setup items, LCD screen, viewfinder, and lens • A setup item that is grayed out is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. • The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen and the viewfinder. These points are normal.
Read this first (continued) About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF* measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens. * MTF stands for Modulation Transfer Function. The number value indicates the amount of light from a subject coming into the lens.
Table of Contents Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do with your DVD Handycam........................................... 12 Choosing a disc ...................................................................................... 14 Using your DVD Handycam .................................................................... 16 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items............................................................. 18 Step 2: Charging the battery pack ............................
To adjust the focus for an off center subject To fix the exposure for the selected subject To record in mirror mode To add special effects To use a tripod To attach the shoulder belt Playback To use Playback zoom To play back a series of still images (Slide show) Recording/playback To check the remaining battery To turn off the operation confirmation beep To initialize the settings (RESET) Other part names and functions Checking/Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting) ..................
Table of Contents (continued) PICT.APPLI. .................................................................................... 75 Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/playback (PICT.EFFECT/D.EFFECT, etc.) DISC SET (DCR-DVD105E/DVD205E/DVD605E/DVD705E) / MEDIA SET (DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E) ......................... 77 Settings for discs and “Memory Stick Duo” (FORMAT/FINALIZE/UNFINALIZE, etc.) STANDARD SET.....................................................................
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting.....................................................................................107 Warning indicators and messages ........................................................125 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ...............................................................130 About the disc........................................................................................132 About the “Memory Stick” (DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E) .......
Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do with your DVD Handycam Your DVD Handycam records image data on 8cm DVD*. It is more convenient than video tape and far more versatile. Taking beautiful shots easily No rewinding to start recording (p.34, 40) Recorded images are stored in empty areas on the disc so there is no risk that valuable recordings are accidentally overwritten. Since no rewinding is necessary prior to recording, you can start shooting any time you desire.
A recorded disc can be played back on a variety of devices You can play back recorded and finalized** discs on a home DVD device, DVD recorder or DVD drive of a computer that supports 8cm disc. When finalizing the disc, you can create still image slide shows and DVD menus to enable quick access to scenes you want to view. Playback on widescreen TV and home theater (p.44, 52) Enjoying with your DVD Handycam Playback on a DVD device or DVD drive (p.
Choosing a disc Your DVD Handycam is compatible with 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW and DVD+RW. It does not support 12cm discs. Recording format for DVD-RW When you use a DVD-RW, you can choose the recording format from VIDEO mode or VR mode. In this manual, VIDEO mode is indicated as and VR mode as . A recording format that is compatible with most DVD devices, especially after finalizing. In VIDEO mode, only the most recent image can be erased.
Recording time Recording mode Recording time HQ (High Quality) approx. 20 (18) SP (Standard Play) approx. 30 (18) LP (Long Play) approx. 60 (44) Your DVD Handycam uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. This technology causes fluctuations in the recording time of a disc. Movie containing quickly moving and complex images is recorded at a higher bit rate and this reduces the overall recording time. VBR Glossary (p.
Using your DVD Handycam 1Preparing (See page 18 to 30.) Select the disc that best suits your needs. Repeated use of a disc To save recorded images To use one disc repeatedly What would you like to do after recording? Deleting and editing images in your DVD Handycam Playing back disc on a various DVD devices The disc can be played back on various DVD devices The disc can be played back even without finalizing * Select the mode on your DVD Handycam and format (p.27).
4Viewing on another DVD device To view a disc recorded on your DVD Handycam on other DVD devices, you need to finalize it first. Finalize DVD device / DVD recorder DVD drive • The less the recording volume of the disc is, the more it takes time to finalize the disc. Enjoying with your DVD Handycam (See pages 54 and 58.) The features of a finalized disc depend on disc type. Finalize Finalize Finalize Like commercially sold DVD, this disc can be played back in most DVD devices after finalizing.
Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. • Discs and “Memory Stick Duo” are not supplied. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP50 (1) (p.20) AC Adaptor (1) (p.19) Cleaning cloth (1) Shoe cover (1)(p.100) (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E) Attached to the camcorder. Lens cap (1) (p.23) Mains lead (1) (p.19) Surround microphone ECM-L100 (1) (p.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the battery after attaching the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series) (p.135) to your camcorder. direction of the arrow to set it to OFF (CHG) (The default setting). Getting Started • You cannot use an NP-FP30 battery pack with your camcorder. (See the reverse side of the battery pack for the model number.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack (continued) 5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. • Disconnect the AC Adaptor holding both your camcorder and the DC plug. To remove the battery pack Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack. Recording time Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E NP-FP50 (supplied) 075 085 090 Typical recording time* 035 040 045 NP-FP70 160 180 185 080 090 090 NP-FP71 190 215 220 095 105 110 285 320 335 140 160 165 NP-FP90 * Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/ off and zooming. • Times shown vary according to the following conditions. – Top: When the LCD backlight turns on. – Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack (continued) On the AC Adaptor • Connect the AC Adaptor to an easily accessible wall socket close by. If any trouble occurs while using the adaptor, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket. • Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction.
Step 3: Turning the power on, and holding your camcorder To record, slide the POWER switch to turn on the respective lamp. When using it for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p.26). 3 Hold your camcorder correctly. Lens cap 1 Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on the sides of the cap. Getting Started POWER switch • After you have set the date and time ([CLOCK SET], p.
Step 4: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder The LCD screen The viewfinder Open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). You can view pictures using the viewfinder with the LCD panel closed to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the picture seen on the LCD screen is poor. DISP/BATT INFO 2 180 degrees (max.) 2 90 degrees (max.) Viewfinder Extend the viewfinder until it clicks.
Step 5: Using the touch panel You can play back recorded pictures (p.36, 42), or change the settings (p.64) using the touch panel. Touch the buttons displayed on the screen. Touch the button on the LCD screen. You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Select the screen language in [LANGUAGE] on the TIME/LANGU. (p.82). Getting Started Support the rear of the LCD panel with the palm of your left hand. Then, touch the buttons displayed on the screen.
Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or slide the POWER switch. • If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (p.139).
Step 7: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” Inserting a disc Disc cover OPEN switch A new 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW is required for recording (p.14). Pickup lens ACCESS lamp (Disc) POWER switch Getting Started • Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using the cleaning cloth supplied with your camcorder (p.132). When the disc cover opens slightly, open it further. • If you catch the lens cap strap when closing the disc cover, it may cause your camcorder to malfunction.
Step 7: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” (continued) 4 Close the disc cover. 6 Select the aspect ratio of the The [DISC ACCESS] screen appears. It may take some time to recognize the disc depending on the disc type and condition. xDVD-R You can start recording immediately after [DISC ACCESS] disappears from the LCD screen. You do not need to proceed to steps after step 5. xDVD-RW Select the recording format, then format the disc. Proceed to step 5.
Inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” (DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD755E) You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo” marked with or (p.133). • The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the image quality or the image size. For details, see page 74. • If you force the “Memory Stick Duo” into the slot in the wrong direction, the Memory Stick Duo slot, or image data may be damaged. 3 Close the Memory Stick Duo cover. To eject a “Memory Stick Duo” Lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo” after step 2.
Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-DVD205E/DVD304E/ DVD305E/DVD705E/DVD755E) By recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode, you can enjoy wide-angle, high-resolution pictures. • If you intend to view pictures on a wide TV, recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode is recommended. 2 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to select the desired screen aspect ratio.
Still images the (Still) lamp. The image size ratio changes to 4:3. 2 Select the recording media for still Getting Started 1 Slide the POWER switch to light up images (For DCR-DVD304E/ DVD305E/DVD755E). 1 Touch t [STILL MEDIA]. 2 Select the recording media for still images and touch . • The default setting is [MEMORY STICK]. 3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to select the desired setting. • Still image size is [ 0.7M] ( ) when 16:9 (wide) is set and maximum [1.0M] ( ) when 4:3 is set.
Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settings Using Easy Handycam operation Easy Handycam operation is a function for making nearly all settings automatic with just one press of the EASY button. Your camcorder automatically carries out the various adjustments required for shooting, so no detailed settings are required. Since only basic functions become available and screen font size increases for easy viewing, even first time users can enjoy easy operation.
Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settings 33
Recording with ease Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow while pressing the green button only when the POWER switch is in the OFF (CHG) position. DCR-DVD105E/ DVD605E: To record movies To record still images Movies 1 Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow to light up the (Movie) lamp. 2 Press START/STOP B (or C). • The default settings is [SP] (p.78). REC [STBY] [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. To record the next images Perform step 2.
Before Easy Handycam operation Turn on your camcorder and press EASY to set to Easy Handycam operation (p.32). [Easy Handycam operation ON.] appears, then appears on the LCD screen. 1 Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow to light up the (Still) lamp. 2 Select the recording destination for still images (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD755E). 1 Touch [SETUP] t [STILL MEDIA]. 2 Select the media for recording still images, then touch .
Playing back with ease Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow while pressing the green button only when the POWER switch is in the OFF (CHG) position. 1 Press PLAY/EDIT A (or B) The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. Disc type DVD-RW recording format Previous 6 pictures Next 6 pictures Appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded. Returns to the recording screen 1 2 3 tab: Displays the movies. tab: Displays the still images on the disc.
Before Easy Handycam operation Turn on your camcorder and press EASY to set to Easy Handycam operation (p.32). [Easy Handycam operation ON.] appears, then appears on the LCD screen. Still Images Disc: Touch tab and the still image to be played back. Slide show button (p.47) Media type Recording date/time Go to the VISUAL INDEX screen Previous/Next “Memory Stick Duo” (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E): Touch tab and the still image to be played back.
Preparation for playing back on a DVD player (Finalizing) Finalizing makes the recorded DVD compatible for playback with DVD devices and DVD drives of computers. With Easy Handycam operation, your DVD Handycam sets up the following options automatically. Therefore, you can finalize a disc easily. – creating a DVD menu to display images as thumbnails on a DVD player, etc. – creating a Photomovie to play back still images on a DVD player, etc. DVD menu, Photomovie Glossary (p.
Finalizing a disc Touch the LCD screen in the following steps. 2 3 4 5 6 • Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC adaptor during finalizing. • The shorter the amount of material recorded, the longer it takes for finalizing. Completed a disc Remove the disc from your camcorder. Enjoy watching images on the DVD device or DVD drive, etc. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the DVD device, etc.
Recording/Playback Recording PHOTO Remove the lens cap. DCR-DVD105E/DVD605E: POWER switch START/STOP A START/STOP B Movies 1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to light up the lamp. Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow while pressing the green button only when the POWER switch is in the OFF (CHG) position. (Movie) 2 Press START/STOP A (or B). REC 60min [STBY] To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
Still Images 1 Slide the POWER switch to light up the (Still) lamp. 2 Select the recording media for still images (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD755E). 1 Touch t [STILL MEDIA]. 2 Select the media for recording still images, then touch . The recording screen returns with the selected recording media displayed at the top right. • The default setting is [MEMORY STICK].
Playback Zoom lever Remove the lens cap. POWER switch PLAY/EDITB PLAY/EDIT A 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press PLAY/EDIT A (or B). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. Disc type DVD-RW recording format Previous 6 pictures Next 6 pictures Returns to the recording screen 1 2 3 Appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded. 1 2 3 tab: Displays the movies. tab: Displays the still images on the disc.
3 Start playing back. Movies Still Images Touch tab and the movie to be played back. Beginning of the scene/ Toggles Play or previous scene Pause as you touch Disc: Touch tab and the still image to be played back. Next scene Stop (go to the Reverse/ VISUAL INDEX screen) Forward • When playback of the selected movie reaches the end, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen. • Touch / during pause to play back movie slowly.
Functions used for recording/playback, etc. Recording To use zoom ....................... 15 Move the power zoom lever 1 slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Wider range of view: (Wide) DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD755E: Close view: (Telephoto) DCR-DVD205E/DVD705E: • Be careful not to remove your finger suddenly from the power zoom lever 1 If you do so, the sound of the lever moving may be recorded. • You cannot change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons 5 on the LCD frame.
When recording in 5.1ch surround sound, attach the supplied surround microphone to your camcorder. Without a surround microphone, your camcorder records in 2ch sound. • is displayed on the screen during 5.1ch recording/playback. 5.1ch sound is converted to 2ch when played back on your camcorder. Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator, 5.1ch surround sound Glossary (p.144) Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch 3 to ON. ( and [”NIGHTSHOT PLUS”] appear.) • To record an image brighter, use Super NightShot plus function (p.71).
Functions used for recording/playback, etc. (continued) DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E: To record in mirror mode ........... 0 Open the LCD screen 0 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). DCR-DVD205E/DVD705E: • A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the picture will be normal when recorded. • When recording in mirror mode, the image is not displayed in the viewfinder. To add special effects ............... 6 See PICT. APPLI. on page 75.
1 Play back the picture you want to magnify. To turn off the operation confirmation beep.................................... 6 2 Magnify the picture with T (Telephoto). A frame appears on the LCD screen. See [BEEP] on page 81. 3 Touch the portion that you want to display in the center of the LCD screen. 4 Adjust the magnification with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto). To initialize the settings (RESET).. qd Press RESET qd to initialize all the settings, including settings for date and time.
Checking/Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting) You can check or delete the last recorded scene. You cannot delete it if: – you have removed the disc. – you have recorded the new movies or still images. Checking the last scene (Review) 1 Slide the POWER switch to light up the (Movie) or then touch . (Still) lamp, The playback of the latest scene starts. Deleting the last scene (Review deleting) DVD +RW If the checked scene is unnecessary, you can delete it on the spot.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback ( ) is a reference page. The indicators during recording will not be recorded.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (continued) ( ) is a reference page. Indicators on the LCD screen and viewfinder Center Indicator Meaning E NightShot plus (45) Super NightShot plus (71) Color Slow Shutter (71) PictBridge connecting (98) Warning (125) When you can change the setup items, or during recording or playback, following indicators displayed.
Remote Commander (DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E) Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Insulation sheet 1 DATA CODE (p.80) Displays the date and time or camera setting data of the recorded images (p.80) when you press this while playing back. 2 PHOTO (p.35, 40) The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still image. 3 SCAN/SLOW (p.36, 43) 4 . > (Previous/Next) (p.36, 37, 43) 5 PLAY (p.36, 43) 6 STOP (p.36, 43) 8 Transmitter 9 START/STOP (p.
Playing the picture on a TV Connect your camcorder to the input jack of TV or VCR using A/V connecting cable 1 or A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO 2. Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.19). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. (Yellow) (White) (Red) A/V jack IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VCRs or TVs : Signal flow 1 A/V connecting cable (supplied) Connect to the input jack of the other device.
When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack) • You can display the counter on the TV screen by setting [DISP OUTPUT] to [V-OUT/PANEL] (p.81). If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin adaptor (EUROCONNECTOR) Recording/Playback Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the white (left channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR. Use a 21-pin adaptor (optional) to view playback picture.
Playback on DVD devices Making the disc compatible with playback on DVD devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) Finalizing makes the recorded DVD compatible for playback with DVD devices and DVD drives of computers. • Playback compatibility with any DVD device is not guaranteed. The following settings are available before finalizing.
To add recordings to a finalized disc (p.61) Recordings cannot be added. Make a new recording Unfinalize the disc. Recordings can be added as usual. When the DVD menu or Photomovie has been created, a confirmation screen prompts you to confirm that you wish to add a recording. Playback on other DVD device Finalize Only in case 1 * Not possible for Playback on DVD devices To play back a disc in a DVD device after adding a recording (p.56) Make desired settings.
Making the disc compatible with playback on DVD devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) (continued) Finalizing a disc • It takes from a minute to a few hours for finalizing. The shorter the amount of material recorded on the disc, the longer it takes for finalizing. • Use the AC Adaptor as the power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during finalizing. • When you finalize a double-sided disc, you must finalize each side of the disc. 1 Place your camcorder in a stable position.
To select a DVD menu style To change the disc title 1 Touch [DISC TITLE]. 1 Touch [DVD MENU]. 2 Select the desired style from 4 types of pattern with / . 2 Delete unnecessary characters by touching [T]. The yellow cursor moves and characters are deleted from the end. 3 Select the type of a character, then touch the desired character. Select [NO MENU] if you do not create a DVD menu. t [END]. To change a Photomovie setting To erase a character: Touch [T]. To insert a space: Touch [t].
Playing back a disc on DVD devices, etc. A finalized disc recorded with your camcorder can be played back on a DVD device, etc. (p.54). DVD+RW discs can be played back without finalizing. • Do not use the 8cm CD adaptor with an 8cm DVD as it may cause a malfunction. • Make sure that a vertically installed DVD device is placed in the position where a disc can be placed horizontally. 1 Insert a disc into a DVD device. 2 Play back the disc. The playback procedure varies depending on the DVD device.
Playing back a disc on a computer with a DVD drive installed • Do not use the 8cm CD adaptor with an 8cm DVD as it may cause a malfunction. • Even when you use a DVD+RW, you must finalize the disc (p.54). Otherwise, it may cause a malfunction. Playing back movies Use a DVD drive that supports 8cm discs, and a DVD playback application must have been installed on your computer. 1 Insert the finalized disc into the DVD drive of your computer. playback application.
Playing back a disc on a computer with a DVD drive installed (continued) The date the disc was first used is recorded on the volume label of the disc. When the disc was first used at 6:00 pm on January 1st 2006: 2006_01_01_06H00M_PM Volume label Images are stored in the following folders on the disc. x Movies DVD-R/DVD-RW (VIDEO mode)/DVD+RW: VIDEO_TS folder DVD-RW (VR mode): DVD_RTAV folder x Still images DCIM\100MSDCF folder
Using the Recorded disc (DVD-RW/DVD+RW) Recording additional scenes after finalizing DVD +RW You can record additional material on the finalized DVD-RWs (VIDEO mode)/ DVD+RWs by following the steps below if there is space to record on the disc. When using the finalized DVD-RW (VR mode) disc, you can record additional material on the disc without any additional steps.
Deleting all of the scenes on the disc (Formatting) DVD +RW Formatting makes the recorded disc new and reusable by deleting all the data recorded on the disc. The recording capacity of the disc is recovered by formatting it. • A DVD-R cannot be formatted. Replace it with a new disc. Formatting a finalized disc The disc is unfinalized and it has to be finalized again to enable playback in a DVD device. Formatting deletes all images on a finalized disc.
7 Touch [YES] t [YES], then touch when [Completed.] appears. • You cannot change the movie aspect ratio which you set in step 6 for the DVD+RW. Format the disc again to change the aspect ratio. • During the Easy Handycam operation (p.32), the screen in step 5 does not appear even if you insert a DVD-RW in your camcorder. Proceed to step 7. • You cannot format a disc that has been protected on other devices. Cancel the protection with the original devices, and then format it.
Using the Setup items Using the Setup items 1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to light up the respective lamp. Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green button in the center only when the POWER switch is in the OFF (CHG) position. MODE ON : Settings for movies : Settings for still images When carrying out the playback settings, press PLAY/EDIT to go to the playback screen. 2 Touch the LCD screen to select the setup item. Unavailable items will be grayed out.
1 Touch t[SETUP]. 2 Select the desired setup item. Touch / to select the item, then touch in step 2.) 3 Select the desired item. . (The process in step 3 is the same as that • You can also touch the item directly to select it. 4 Customize the item. After finishing the settings, touch t (close) to hide the setup screen. If you decide not to change the setting, touch to return to the previous screen.
Setup items Available setup items (z) vary depending on the operating mode. The following settings are made automatically during Easy Handycam operation (p.32). Movie Still PLAY/EDIT Easy Handycam CAMERA SET (p.68) PROGRAM AE SPOT METER EXPOSURE WHITE BAL.
Movie Still PLAY/EDIT Easy Handycam STANDARD SET (p.
CAMERA SET Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./ STEADYSHOT, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 64 for details on selecting setup items. SUNSET&MOON**( ) Select to maintain the atmosphere of situations such as sunsets, general night views or fireworks. LANDSCAPE**( ) PROGRAM AE You can record pictures effectively in various situations with the PROGRAM AE function.
INDOOR (n) EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. When recording indoors on a clear day, for instance, you can avoid backlight shadows on people next to the window by fixing the exposure to that of the wall side of the room.
CAMERA SET (continued) AUTO SHUTTER Automatically activates the electronic shutter to adjust the shutter speed when recording in bright conditions if you set it to [ON] (the default setting). SPOT FOCUS You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located in the center of the screen. • It is easier to focus on the subject by moving the power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) to adjust the focus, then towards W (wide angle) to adjust the zoom for recording.
LOW ( ) Makes the flash level lower. • The setting returns to [NORMAL] when you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12 hours. Set [COLOR SLOW S] to [ON]. and [COLOR SLOW SHUTTER] flash on the screen. To cancel [COLOR SLOW S], touch [OFF]. SUPER NSPLUS (Super NightShot plus) • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p.70) when it is hard to focus automatically. • The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the brightness. The motion of the picture may slow down at this time.
CAMERA SET (continued) 800 × DIGITAL ZOOM Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically, and after that, up to 800 × zoom is performed digitally. You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom greater than optical zoom magnification listed as below: (optical zoom) DCR-DVD105E/DVD605E 20 × DCR-DVD205E/DVD304E/ DVD305E/DVD705E/ DVD755E 12 × WIDE SELECT (DCR-DVD105E/ DVD605E) You can record a picture in a ratio suitable for the screen on which it will be displayed.
STILL SET Settings for still images (BURST/QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE, etc.) – when you change [REC MODE] (p.78)/with a DVD-R/DVD-RW (VIDEO mode)/DVD+RW inserted while 4:3 is set. To play back images on a DVD player or a DVD recorder, the way you see pictures on the TV screen may differ depending on your player. For details, refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices you are using. STEADYSHOT You can record pictures using [STEADYSHOT] (the default setting is [ON]).
STILL SET (continued) QUALITY B FINE ( ) Records still images at the fine image quality level. STANDARD ( The size of still images (Approx. kB) FINE (FINE) STANDARD (STD) 1.0M 0.7M ) Records still images at the standard image quality level. 1.0M Number of still images recordable on a “Memory Stick Duo” (approx.) (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD755E) 0.7M VGA (0.3M) 500 380 150 210 160 060 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB IMAGE SIZE (DCR-DVD205E/ DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD705E/ DVD755E) B 1.
PICT.APPLI. FILE NO. Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/ playback (PICT.EFFECT/D.EFFECT, etc.) B SERIES Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the disc or “Memory Stick Duo” (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E ) is changed. RESET Resets the file numbering to 0001 each time the disc or “Memory Stick Duo” (For DCRDVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E ) is changed. The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.
PICT.APPLI. (continued) Using the viewfinder You can adjust [EXPOSURE] and [FADER] while using the viewfinder by having the LCD screen rotated 180 degrees and closed with the screen facing out. 1 Make sure the (Movie) lamp lights up. 2 Extend the viewfinder, and close the LCD screen with the screen facing out. appears. 3 Touch • The aspect ratio cannot be changed when [OLD MOVIE] is selected. PICT. EFFECT (Picture effect) You can add special effects to a picture during recording. appears. B OFF .
DISC SET COMPUTER Copies still images in the “Memory Stick Duo.” PRINT Prints still images in the disc using the PictBridge compliant printer. PRINT Prints still images in the “Memory Stick Duo” using the PictBridge compliant printer. • [USB SELECT] automatically appears on the screen in the following: – when PLAY/EDIT is pressed while connecting your camcorder to another device with the USB cable. – when connecting your camcorder to another device with the USB cable on the playback screen.
DISC SET (DCR-DVD105E/ DVD205E/DVD605E/DVD705E) / MEDIA SET (DCR-DVD304E/ DVD305E/DVD755E) (continued) FORMAT (DCR-DVD304E/ DVD305E/DVD755E) When the “Memory Stick Duo” is formatted, all the data will be deleted. 1 Format the“Memory Stick Duo” by touching [YES] t [YES]. 2 Touch when [Completed.] appears. • Even still images protected with another equipment against accidental deletion are deleted. • Do not attempt the following operations when [Executing...] is on the screen.
MULTI-SOUND You can select whether to play back audio recorded using other devices with dual sound or stereo sound. B STEREO Plays back with main and sub sound (or stereo sound). LCD/VF SET The recorded picture will not be affected even when you change the setting. x LCD BRIGHT You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. 1 1 Adjust the brightness with 2 Touch . Plays back with main sound or the left channel sound. x LCD BL LEVEL 2 Plays back with sub sound or the right channel sound.
STANDARD SET (continued) x WIDE DISPLAY (For DCR-DVD105E/ DVD605E)/VF WIDE DISP (For DCRDVD205E/DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD705E/DVD755E) DATE/TIME You can select how a 16:9 (wide) aspect ratio picture appears in the viewfinder. Displays the camera setting data of recorded images. B LETTER BOX Normal setting (standard type of screen) Displays the date and time of recorded images.
• The setting returns to [OFF] when you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12 hours. DISPLAY You can select the number of thumbnails that appear on the VISUAL INDEX screen. Thumbnail Glossary (p.145) B ZOOM LINK Change the number of thumbnails (6 or 12) with the zoom lever on your camcorder.* 6IMAGES Displays thumbnails of 6 images. 12IMAGES Displays thumbnails of 12 images.
STANDARD SET (continued) TIME/LANGU. (CLOCK SET/AREA SET/LANGUAGE, etc.) A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off) B 5min The camcorder is automatically turned off when you do not operate your camcorder for more than approximately 5 minutes. NEVER The camcorder is not automatically turned off. • When you connect your camcorder to a wall socket, [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to [NEVER].
Customizing Personal Menu You can add desired setup items to Personal Menu, and customize Personal Menu settings. This is convenient if you add frequently used setup items to Personal Menu. Adding a setup item Deleting a setup item 1 Touch t [P-MENU SET UP] t [DELETE]. If the desired setup item is not displayed, touch / . You can add up to 27 setup items for (Movie), (Still) or PLAY/EDIT. Delete a less important setup item, if you want to add more. 1 Touch t [P-MENU SET UP] t [ADD].
Customizing Personal Menu (continued) Arranging the order of setup items displayed on Personal Menu 1 Touch t [P-MENU SET UP] t [SORT]. If the desired setup item is not displayed touch / . 2 Touch the setup item you want to move. 3 Touch / to move the setup item to the desired place. 4 Touch . To sort more items, repeat step 2 to 4. 5 Touch [END] t . • You cannot move [P-MENU SET UP]. Initializing the Personal Menu settings (Reset) Touch t [P-MENU SET UP] t [RESET] t [YES] t [YES] t .
Editing on DVD Handycam Copying the still images (DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E) You can dub recorded still images from a “Memory Stick Duo” to a disc or from a disc to a “Memory Stick Duo.” • Use the AC Adaptor as power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during operation during copying. • Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during copying. Copying the still images from the “Memory Stick Duo” to DVD 5 Touch t [YES].
Copying the still images (DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E) (continued) Copying the still images on the DVD to “Memory Stick Duo” Make sure to insert the recorded DVD and “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder. 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder and press PLAY/EDIT. 2 Touch tab, then [EDIT]. 3 Touch [COPY ]. 4 Touch the still image to be copied. The selected scene is marked with . Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen.
Deleting still images from the “Memory Stick Duo” (DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E) Make sure to insert the recorded “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder. 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder and press PLAY/EDIT. 2 Touch tab. To delete all the still images in the “Memory Stick Duo” Touch [DELETE ALL] in step 4. • You cannot delete in the following: – when the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo” is set to the write-protect position (p.
Editing the original data Using DVD-RWs recorded inVR mode, you can delete pictures or divide movies on the disc with your camcorder. Make sure to insert the recorded disc into your camcorder. Original Glossary (p.145) Deleting images 5 Touch t [YES]. • You cannot recover an image once you delete it. To delete all movies or still images on the disc at the same time Touch [DELETE ALL] in step 3. 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder and press PLAY/EDIT.
Creating the Playlist When you touch , it changes to and the operational buttons below appear. Returns to the beginning of the selected movie. Adjust the volume Adjusts the dividing point with more precision after the dividing point has been selected with . To hide the buttons, touch . • Play and pause toggles as you press . • A slight difference may occur from the point where you touch and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on half-second increments.
Creating the Playlist (continued) 5 Touch t [YES]. 3 Touch [ERASE]. 4 Select the scene to be deleted from the list. 6 Touch [YES] to see the Playlist or [NO] to return to or tab. To add all the movies on the disc at the same time Touch [ ADD ALL] in step 3. The selected scene is marked with . Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. 5 Touch t [YES].
4 Select the scene to be moved. 4 Select the scene to be divided. The playback of the selected scene starts. 5 Touch at the point where you want to divide the movie into scenes. The selected scene is marked with . Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. 5 Touch The movie pauses. . Touch to display functional buttons. See page 88 for details. 6 Select the designated position with [T]/[t]. 7 Touch 6 Touch t [YES]. t [YES].
Creating the Playlist (continued) Converting all the still images on a disc to a movie file (Photomovie) Photomovie categorizes still images as a movie, you can add more images in the Playlist. Photomovie Playing the Playlist Make sure to insert the disc on which the Playlist is added into your camcorder. 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder and press PLAY/EDIT. Glossary (p.145) 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder and press PLAY/EDIT. 2 Touch .
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Dubbing, Printing Dubbing to VCR/DVD devices You can copy pictures played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD recorders. After dubbing them to an HDD (hard disc drive) video recorder, you can enjoy images stored on the hard disc of the recorder. Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.19). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
1 Insert the recorded disc into your camcorder. 2 Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder and press PLAY/EDIT. Set [TV TYPE] according to the playback device (p.52) (For DCR-DVD205E/ DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD705E/ DVD755E). 3 Insert the recording media for your VCR or DVD recorder. If your recording device has an input selector, set it to the input mode. 4 Connect your camcorder to the VCR/DVD device with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or the A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) 2.
Recording images from a TV or VCR/DVD device (DCR-DVD305E/DVD755E) You can record pictures or TV programs from a VCR, TV or DVD device onto a disc using your camcorder. Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.19). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
1 Connect your camcorder to the TV or VCR/DVD device with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or the A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) 2. • Connect your camcorder to the output jacks of a TV or VCR/DVD device. 7 Touch [REC] at the point you want to start recording. 8 Touch at the point you want to stop recording. 9 Touch [END]. 2 If you are recording from a VCR/ DVD device, insert the cassette or disc into the playback device.
Printing recorded still images (PictBridge compliant printer) (DCR-DVD305E/DVD755E) You can print out still images using a PictBridge compliant printer without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation. Insert the disc or “Memory Stick Duo” on which still images are stored into your camcorder and turn on the power of the printer.
• Do not attempt the following operations when is on the screen. The operations may not be performed properly. – Operate the POWER switch. – Disconnect the USB cable (supplied) from the printer. – Slide the disc cover OPEN switch. – Remove the “Memory Stick Duo” from your camcorder. • If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB cable (supplied), turn the printer off and on again and restart the operation from the beginning.
Jacks to connect external devices 12...Open the jack cover. 4...Remove the shoe cover. 1 REMOTE jack (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD755E) • Connect other optional accessories. DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD755E DCR-DVD105E/DVD205E/ DVD605E/DVD705E 2 A/V (audio/video) jack (p.52, 94, 96) 3 Shoe cover (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD755E) 4 Active Interface Shoe (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD755E) The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone.
Using a Computer (DCR-DVD305E/DVD755E) Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on your computer When you install the Picture Package or Nero Express 6 software on a Windows computer from the supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your computer. • The Macintosh computer does not support the supplied Picture Package and Nero Express 6 software. • The DCR-DVD105E/DVD205E/DVD304E/ DVD605E/DVD705E do not support a computer connection.
Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on your computer (continued) System requirements x When using Windows computer x When using Macintosh computer When using Picture Package on a computer • You can only copy still images from the “Memory Stick Duo.” OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional / Windows XP Home Edition / Windows XP Professional Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded.
Installing software and “First Step Guide” You need to install the software to your Windows computer before connecting your camcorder to the computer. The installation is required only for the first time. Contents to be installed and procedures may differ depending on your OS. 4 Click [Install]. Using a Windows computer 1 Confirm that your camcorder is not connected to the computer. 2 Turn on the computer. • Log on as Administrators for installation.
Installing software and “First Step Guide” (continued) 7 Read [License Agreement], check 11Click [Next], then follow the on- [I accept the terms of the license agreement] when you agree, then click [Next]. screen instructions to install the “First Step Guide.” Depending on the computer, this screen may not be displayed. In such a case, skip to step 12. 8 Select where to save the software, then click [Next]. 12Click [Next], then follow the onscreen instructions to install “ImageMixer EasyStepDVD.
2 Click [Next]. 15Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of your computer. 3 Click [Finish]. • For connecting your camcorder to the computer, see “First Step Guide” in the supplied CD-ROM. • If you have any questions about PicturePackage, see “For inquires about this software” (p.106). Using a Macintosh computer 14Make sure [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.] is checked, then click [Finish]. You can copy the still images from the “Memory Stick Duo” to the Macintosh computer.
Viewing “First Step Guide” Displaying “First Step Guide” To view “First Step Guide” on your computer, Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver.6.0 or later is recommended. Double-click the icon on the desktop. • You can also start by selecting [Start], [Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP), [Picture Package], and [First Step Guide], then start up [First Step Guide].
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, remove the power source and contact your Sony dealer. Overall operations/Easy Handycam The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on. • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it after about 1 minute. If the functions still do not work, press the RESET button (p.
Troubleshooting (continued) Your camcorder gets warm. • This is because the power has been turned on for a long time. This is not a malfunction. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Batteries/Power sources The power does not turn on. • The battery pack is not attached to the camcorder. Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p.19). • The battery pack is discharged or running low. Charge the battery pack (p.19).
A problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor. • Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket. Then, connect it again. LCD screen/viewfinder An unknown picture appears on the screen. • The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p.77). Touch the LCD screen or insert a disc or “Memory Stick Duo” (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E) to cancel [DEMO MODE]. An unknown indicator appears on the screen. • They may be warning indicators or messages (p.125).
Troubleshooting (continued) Disc The disc cannot be removed. • • • • Make sure the power source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connected correctly (p.19). Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then attach it again (p.20). Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p.19). The disc is damaged or is dirty with fingerprints, etc. In this case, it may take up to 10 minutes to remove the disc. • The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high.
The data file name is not indicated correctly. • Only the file name is displayed if the directory structure does not conform to the universal standard. • The file is damaged. • The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p.133). The data file name flashes. • The file is damaged. • The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p.133). Recording Refer also to “Adjusting the image during recording” (p.113). Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record movies/still images on the disc.
Troubleshooting (continued) The external flash (optional) does not work (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD755E). • The power of the flash is not turned on, or the flash is not attached correctly. • You cannot record with the flash with: – During recording movies – [SUPER NSPLUS] – [COLOR SLOW S] – [D.
Adjusting the image during recording Refer also to “Setup items” (p.115). The auto focus does not function. • Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO] (p.70). • The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p.70). [STEADYSHOT] does not function. • Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p.73). • [STEADYSHOT] may not work for an excessive camera shake even if [STEADYSHOT] is set to [ON]. The back light function does not function.
Troubleshooting (continued) Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen. • Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] (p.73). Remote Commander (DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E) The supplied Remote Commander does not function. • Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [ON] (p.81). • Insert a battery into the battery holder with the +/– polarities correctly matching the +/– marks (p.139). • Remove any obstructions between the Remote Commander and the remote sensor.
• This may appear on still images taken with other devices, edited on a computer, etc. No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a disc. • • • • Set [MULTI-SOUND] to [STEREO] (p.79). Turn up the volume (p.43). Sound is not output when the LCD screen is closed. Open the LCD screen. When you record sound with [MICREF LEVEL] (p.79) set to [LOW], the recorded sound may be difficult to hear (For DCR-DVD205E/DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD705E/DVD755E).
Troubleshooting (continued) You cannot use [PROGRAM AE]. • You cannot use [PROGRAM AE] together with: – NightShot plus – [SUPER NSPLUS] – [COLOR SLOW S] – [OLD MOVIE] • [SPORTS] will not work when the POWER switch is set to (Still). You cannot use [SPOT METER]. • You cannot use [SPOT METER] together with: – NightShot plus – [SUPER NSPLUS] – [COLOR SLOW S] • If you set [PROGRAM AE], [SPOT METER] is automatically set to [AUTO]. You cannot use [EXPOSURE].
[COLOR SLOW S] does not operate correctly. • [COLOR SLOW S] may not operate correctly in total darkness. Use NightShot plus or [SUPER NSPLUS]. • You cannot use [COLOR SLOW S] together with: – [FADER] – [D. EFFECT] – [PROGRAM AE] – [EXPOSURE] – [SPOT METER] You cannot use [ • You cannot use [ SELF-TIMER]. SELF-TIMER] together with [FADER]. You cannot use [FADER]. • You cannot use [FADER] together with: – [SUPER NSPLUS] – [COLOR SLOW S] – [D. EFFECT] You cannot use [D. EFFECT]. • You cannot use [D.
Troubleshooting (continued) Editing for movies and still images on the disc (DVD-RW:VR mode) You cannot edit a DVD-R/DVD-RW (VIDEO mode)/DVD+RW with your camcorder. Unable to edit. • There are no images recorded on the disc. • Unable to edit because of the condition of the image. • You cannot edit an image protected on another device. Scenes cannot be added in the Playlist. • The disc is full, or the added scenes exceed 999.
You cannot copy the disc to the 12cm DVD. • Use the supplied software, Nero Express 6. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with Nero Express 6 for details. Prints cannot be made using a PictBridge printer (For DCR-DVD305E/DVD755E). • Your printer may not print images recorded using other devices. This is not a malfunction. Others You cannot delete an image. • You cannot delete images from a DVD-R. • With a DVD-RW (VIDEO mode)/DVD+RW, you can only delete the most recently recorded image (p.48).
Troubleshooting (continued) The beep sounds for 5 seconds. • The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. • Moisture condensation has occurred with the disc. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour, then turn on your camcorder again (p.137). • Some problems have occurred in your camcorder. Remove the disc and insert it again, then operate your camcorder again. Unable to unfinalize.
4 Double-click [Driver] t [Setup.exe] . For Windows 2000 1 Click [Start], [Settings], then [Control Panel]. 2 Click [System]. The [System Properties] window appears. 3 Click [Hardware] tab. 4 Click [Device Manager]. The [Device Manager] window appears. 5 Make sure that [SONY DDX-C1002 USB Device] appears in [DVD/CD-ROM drives], [Generic volume] in [Storage volumes], and [USB Mass Storage Device] in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] respectively.
Troubleshooting (continued) 4 Double-click [Driver] t [Setup.exe]. An error message appears when you place the supplied CD-ROM in your computer. • Set the computer display as follows: – 800 × 600 dots or more, High Color (16 bits, 65 000 colors) or more You cannot use the supplied CD-ROM on a Macintosh computer. • The supplied software Picture Package is not compatible with a Macintosh computer. You cannot view images recorded on your camcorder.
• The computer does not recognize the “Memory Stick Duo” during camcorder operation such as disc playback or editing. Finish camcorder operation before connecting the camcorder to the computer again. [Cannot start Easy Handycam with USB connected] or [Cannot cancel Easy Handycam with USB connected] appears on the screen of your camcorder. • You cannot start or cancel Easy Handycam operation while the USB cable is connected. Disconnect the USB cable from your camcorder first.
Troubleshooting (continued) The “First Step Guide” is not displayed correctly. • Follow the procedure below and refer to “First Step Guide” (FirstStepGuide.pdf). 1 Place the supplied CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer. 2 Double-click [My Computer]. 3 Right-click [PICTUREPACKAGE] (Disc drive)*. *Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer. 4 Click [Explorer]. 5 Double-click [FirstStepGuide]. 6 Double-click the desired language folder. 7 Double-click “FirstStepGuide.pdf.
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators E:20:ss / E:31:ss / E:40:ss / E:61:ss / E:62:ss / E:91:ss / E:94:ss If indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following. Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred.
Warning indicators and messages (continued) E (Battery level warning) Slow flashing • The battery pack is nearly used up. • Depending on the operating environment or battery conditions, E may flash, even if there are approximately 20 minutes remaining. % (Moisture condensation warning)* Fast flashing • Moisture condensation has occurred with the disc. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour (p.137).
x Moisture condensation % Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H. (p.137) % Condensation. Cannot open. Remove disc later. (p.137) Z Disc finalized. Cannot record on disc. • A finalized DVD-R cannot be recorded. Use a new disc. Z Need to unfinalize disc. • To record on the finalized DVD-RW (VIDEO mode), unfinalize it (p.61). x Disc Overheated. Recording on disc disabled. Overheated. Cannot open. Try later. Z Recording on disc disabled. • A malfunction has occurred with the disc and it cannot be used.
Warning indicators and messages (continued) x “Memory Stick Duo” Reinsert the Memory Stick. • Reinsert the “Memory Stick Duo” a few times. If even then the indicator flashes, the “Memory Stick Duo” can be damaged. Try with another “Memory Stick Duo.” • You will have to format the “Memory Stick Duo” (p.78), or delete them using your computer. Do not eject the Memory Stick during writing. Insert a Memory Stick or change STILL MEDIA to DVD. (p.29, 35, 41) This is a read-only Memory Stick.
x Easy Handycam Cannot start Easy Handycam. (p.32) Cannot cancel Easy Handycam. (p.32) Cannot start Easy Handycam with USB connected. (p.32) Cannot cancel Easy Handycam with USB connected. (p.32) Data protected. • The disc has been protected with another device. Copy inhibit. • You cannot copy scenes with the copy protection signal. Not enough memory space. (p.85, 86) This file cannot be copied. (p.85, 86) Invalid during Easy Handycam operation. (p.32) Cannot select any more files. (p.
Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any countries/ regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. On TV color systems Your camcorder is a PAL system-based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be a PAL system based TV with an AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.
Setting to the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Set [AREA SET] and [SUMMERTIME] in the TIME/LANGU. (p.26). World time difference 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 31 Area code Time-zone differences Area setting Area code 1 2 Time-zone differences GMT Lisbon, London 17 +11:00 Solomon Is.
About the disc See page 14 for the details of discs which you can use with your camcorder. Notes on use • Hold the disc by its edge while supporting the center hole lightly. Do not touch the recording side (the opposite of the printed side when using a single-sided disc). • Before shooting, be sure to remove dust and fingerprints from the disc with the cleaning cloth supplied with your camcorder. Otherwise you may not be able to record or play normally in some situations using that disc.
About the “Memory Stick” (DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD755E) A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk. You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo,” which is about the half size of a standard “Memory Stick” in your camcorder. However, appearance on the list below does not guarantee the operation of all types of “Memory Stick Duo” in your camcorder.
About the “Memory Stick” (DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E) (continued) x On a location for use Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick Duo” in the following locations. • Places subject to extremely high temperature, such as a car parked outside in the summer. • Places under direct sunlight. • Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack This unit is compatible with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series). Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” P series battery packs have the mark. What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder and an optional AC Adaptor/ charger (optional).
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (continued) Battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. When the available battery time is shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Please buy a new battery pack. • The battery life varies according to how it is stored, the operating conditions, and environment in which each battery pack is used.
Maintenance and precautions On use and care immediately (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/ DVD755E). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked, – consult your local authorized Sony service facility. – wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin – if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor. x When not using your camcorder for a long time • Occasionally turn it on and let it run such as by playing back discs or recording for about 3 minutes.
Maintenance and precautions (continued) x How to prevent moisture condensation When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about one hour). On the LCD screen • Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen. Blurs appear and it may cause a malfunction of your camcorder.
On the pickup lens • Do not touch the lens inside the disc cover. Keep the disc cover closed except when inserting and removing the disc, to keep dust out. • When your camcorder does not work because the pickup lens is dirty, clean it with a blower (not supplied). Do not touch the pickup lens directly during cleaning because this may cause the camcorder to malfunction. pickup lens Pickup lens Glossary (p.
Maintenance and precautions (continued) WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. • A button-type lithium battery (CR2025) is used in the Remote Commander. Do not use batteries other than the CR2025. • When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery.
Specifications System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format DCR-DVD105E/DVD205E/DVD605E/ DVD705E Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal PAL color, CCIR standards Usable discs 8cm DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+RW Recording format Movie DVD-R: DVD-VIDEO DVD-RW: DVD-VIDEO (VIDEO mode), DVD-Video Recording (VR mode) DVD+RW: DVD+RW Video Still image Exif *1 Ver.2.
Specifications (continued) Input/Output connectors DCR-DVD105E/DVD205E/DVD605E/ DVD705E Audio/Video output 10 pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Audio signal: 327 mV (at Load impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance less than 2.
Dimensions (Approx.) 56 × 31 × 100 mm (2 1/4 × 1 1/4 × 4 in.) (w×h×d) excluding the projecting parts Mass (Approx.) 190 g (6.7 oz) excluding the mains lead * See at the label of AC Adaptor for other specifications. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP50 Maximum output voltage DC8.4V Output voltage DC7.2V Capacity 4.9 wh (680 mAh) Dimensions (Approx.) 31.8 × 18.5 × 45.0 mm (1 5/16 × 3/4 × 1 13/16 in.) (w×h×d) Mass (Approx.) 40 g (1.
Glossary, Index Glossary x 12cm disc A disc with a diameter of 12cm. You cannot use 12cm discs with this DVD Handycam. x 5.1ch surround sound A system that plays back sound on 6 speakers, 3 at the front (left, right and center) and 2 at the rear (right and left) with an additional low-pass subwoofer counted as a 0.1 channel for frequencies of 120Hz or lower. The subwoofer is only counted as 0.1 channel because its playback band is narrow.
x MPEG2 MPEG stands for Moving Picture Experts Group, the group of standards for the coding (image compression) of video (movie) and audio. There are MPEG1 (standard definition) and MPEG2 (high definition) formats. DVD Handycam records movies in MPEG2 format. x Original A movie or still photo recorded by DVD Handycam onto a disc is called an “original.
Index Numerics 16:9 WIDE .....................30, 62 21-pin adaptor.......................53 4:3...................................30, 62 5.1ch surround recording......44 5.1-channel surround sound ..............................................44 8cm DVD .............................12 A Button-type lithium battery ............................................ 140 B&W .................................... 76 Dual sound ................ See MULTI-SOUND Dubbing ...............................
H M O Help ....................................101 Macintosh ...........................101 OLD MOVIE ....................... 76 High-speed transfer.......13, 102 Main sound ...........................79 On recording .......................... 5 Holding the camcorder .........23 Mains lead ............................19 ONE PUSH .......................... 69 HQ ........................................78 Maintenance .......................137 MEDIA SET.........................
Index (continued) Pre-installed rechargeable battery.................................139 Personal Menu ........ 64, 83 T PICT.APPLI.................. 75 Preparation Telephoto ............................. 44 Setup items.................... 66 STANDARD SET......... 78 Computer.....................101 STILL SET ................... 73 TIME/LANGU. (Language) ........................... 82 Previous/next button ..................................36, 37, 43 TIME/LANGU.............. 82 Touch panel......
W Wall socket ...........................19 Warning indicators..............125 Warning messages ..............125 WHITE BAL. (White balance).............69, 116 WHITE FADER ...................75 Wide angle ............................44 WIDE SELECT ..............30, 72 Windows .............................102 WIPE ....................................75 World time difference.........131 Write-protect tab .................133 Z Zoom.....................................44 Zoom lever..........................
On trademarks Notes on the License • “Handycam” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick Duo,” , “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” , “MagicGate,” , “MagicGate Memory Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Picture Package is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW logo are trademarks. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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