
2-661-360-11(1)Operating GuideDCR-DVD105E/DVD20 5E/DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD605E/DVD705E/DVD755E© 2006 Sony Corporation Enjoying with yourDVD Handycam12 Get
10PICT.APPLI. ...75Special effects on pictures or additional function
10012...Open the jack cover.4...Remove the shoe cover.1 REMOTE jack(For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E)• Connect other optional accessories.2 A/V (audio/
101Using a Computer (DCR-DVD305E/DVD755E)When you install the Picture Package or Nero Express 6 software on a Windows computer from the supplied CD-RO
102x When using Windows computerWhen using Picture Package on a computer OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional / Windows XP Home Edition / Windows X
103Using a Computer (DCR-DVD305E/DVD755E)You need to install the software to your Windows computer before connecting your camcorder to the computer. T
1047 Read [License Agreement], check [I accept the terms of the license agreement] when you agree, then click [Next].8 Select where to save the softwa
105Using a Computer (DCR-DVD305E/DVD755E)2 Click [Next].3 Click [Finish].14Make sure [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.] is checked, then click
106To view “First Step Guide” on your computer, Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver.6.0 or later is recommended.Double-click the icon on the desktop.• Y
107TroubleshootingIf you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, rem
108Your 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 lea
109TroubleshootingA problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor.• Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall
11Troubleshooting...107Warning indicators and messages ...
110The disc cannot be removed.• Make sure the power source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connected correctly (p.19).• Remove the battery pack from t
111TroubleshootingThe data file name is not indicated correctly.• Only the file name is displayed if the directory structure does not conform to the u
112The 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 attach
113TroubleshootingRefer also to “Setup items” (p.115).The auto focus does not function.• Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO] (p.70).• The recording conditions are n
114Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.• Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] (p.73).The supplied Remote Commander does not functio
115Troubleshooting• 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 pl
116You cannot use [PROGRAM AE].• You cannot use [PROGRAM AE] together with:– NightShot plus– [SUPER NSPLUS]– [COLOR SLOW S]– [OLD MOVIE]• [SPORTS] wil
117Troubleshooting[COLOR SLOW S] does not operate correctly.• [COLOR SLOW S] may not operate correctly in total darkness. Use NightShot plus or [SUPER
118You 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 b
119TroubleshootingYou cannot copy the disc to the 12cm DVD.• Use the supplied software, Nero Express 6. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with
12Your DVD Handycam records image data on 8cm DVD*.It is more convenient than video tape and far more versatile.Enjoying with your DVD HandycamWhat yo
120The 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 pla
121Troubleshooting4 Double-click [Driver] t [Setup.exe].For Windows 20001 Click [Start], [Settings], then [Control Panel].2 Click [System].The [System
1224 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 fo
123Troubleshooting• The computer does not recognize the “Memory Stick Duo” during camcorder operation such as disc playback or editing. Finish camcord
124The “First Step Guide” is not displayed correctly.• Follow the procedure below and refer to “First Step Guide” (FirstStepGuide.pdf).1 Place the sup
125TroubleshootingIf indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following.Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the probl
126E (Battery level warning)Slow flashing• The battery pack is nearly used up.• Depending on the operating environment or battery conditions, E may fl
127Troubleshootingx Moisture condensation% Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H. (p.137)% Condensation. Cannot open. Remove disc later. (p.137)
128x “Memory Stick Duo”Reinsert the Memory Stick.• Reinsert the “Memory Stick Duo” a few times. If even then the indicator flashes, the “Memory Stick
129Troubleshootingx Easy HandycamCannot start Easy Handycam. (p.32)Cannot cancel Easy Handycam. (p.32)Cannot start Easy Handycam with USB connected. (
13Enjoying with your DVD Handycam ** Finalizing: a process to make it possible to play back recorded DVD on other DVD devices (see page 38
130Power supplyYou 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/
131Additional InformationSetting to the local timeYou can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorde
132See 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
133Additional InformationA “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk.Y
134x On a location for useDo not use or keep the “Memory Stick Duo” in the following locations.• Places subject to extremely high temperature, such as
135Additional InformationThis unit is compatible with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series).Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” batt
136Battery 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 availa
137Additional InformationOn use and care• Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations.– Anywhere extremely hot or col
138x How to prevent moisture condensationWhen you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and se
139Additional InformationOn the pickup lens• Do not touch the lens inside the disc cover. Keep the disc cover closed except when inserting and removin
14Your DVD Handycam is compatible with 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW and DVD+RW.It does not support 12cm discs.Recording format for DVD-RWWhen you use a DVD-RW, y
140WARNINGBattery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.• A button-type lithium battery (CR2025) is used in th
141Additional InformationSystemVideo compression formatMPEG2/JPEG (Still images)Audio compression format DCR-DVD105E/DVD205E/DVD605E/DVD705EDolby Digi
142Input/Output connectors DCR-DVD105E/DVD205E/DVD605E/DVD705EAudio/Video output10 pin connectorVideo signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalancedLuminance
143Additional InformationDimensions (Approx.)56 × 31 × 100 mm (2 1/4 × 1 1/4 × 4 in.) (w×h×d) excluding the projecting partsMass (Approx.)190 g (6.7 o
144x 12cm discA disc with a diameter of 12cm. You cannot use 12cm discs with this DVD Handycam.x 5.1ch surround soundA system that plays back sound on
145Glossary, Indexx MPEG2MPEG stands for Moving Picture Experts Group, the group of standards for the coding (image compression) of video (movie) and
146Numerics16:9 WIDE ...30, 6221-pin adaptor...534:3...30, 625.1ch surround reco
147Glossary, IndexHHelp ...101High-speed transfer...13, 102Holding the camcorder ...23HQ ...
148Pre-installed rechargeable battery...139PreparationCamcorder...18Computer...101Pr
149Glossary, IndexWWall socket ...19Warning indicators...125Warning messages ...125WHITE BAL. (White bal
15Enjoying with your DVD HandycamRecording timeRecording time per disc sideThe minimum recording time is given in parentheses.unit: min.• The recordin
On trademarks• “Handycam” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.• “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick Duo,” , “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” , “Ma
Printed in JapanPrinted on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. GBAdditional information on this pr
16Continued on the right pageUsing your DVD Handycam1Preparing(See page 18 to 30.)Select the disc that best suits your needs.Repeated use of a discTo
17Enjoying with your DVD HandycamFinalizeFinalizeFinalizeFinalizeFinalizeFinalize4Viewing on another DVD device(See pages 54 and 58.)To view a disc re
18Make sure that you have following itemssupplied with your camcorder.The number in the parentheses indicates thenumber of that item supplied.• Discs
19Getting StartedYou can charge the battery after attaching the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series) (p.135) to your camcorder.• You cannot use an N
2Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the u
205 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 th
21Getting StartedFor DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E * Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/of
22On the AC Adaptor • Connect the AC Adaptor to an easily accessible wall socket close by. If any trouble occurs while using the adaptor, immediately
23Getting StartedTo record, slide the POWER switch to turn on the respective lamp.When using it for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p.
24Open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2).• Be careful not to press the buttons on
25Getting StartedYou can play back recorded pictures (p.36, 42), or change the settings (p.64) using the touch panel.Touch the buttons displayed on th
26Set 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 y
27Getting StartedA new 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW is required for recording (p.14).• Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using the
284 Close the disc cover.The [DISC ACCESS] screen appears.It may take some time to recognize the disc depending on the disc type and condition.xDVD-RY
29Getting Started• After your camcorder recognizes the disc, disc information such as the date you started to use it and information on previously rec
3For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the s
30By 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
31Getting Started1 Slide the POWER switch to light up the (Still) lamp.The image size ratio changes to 4:3.2 Select the recording media for still im
32Easy Handycam operation is a function for making nearly all settings automatic with just one press of the EASY button. Your camcorder automatically
33Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settings
341 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.
35Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settings1 Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow to light up the (Still) lamp.2
361 Press PLAY/EDIT A (or B)The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen.1 tab: Displays the movies.2 tab: Displays the still images on the di
37Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settings• When playback of the selected movie reaches the end, the screen returns to the VISUAL
38Finalizing makes the recorded DVD compatible for playback with DVD devices and DVD drives of computers.With Easy Handycam operation, your DVD Handyc
39Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settingsFinalizing a discTouch the LCD screen in the following steps.• Do not apply shock or vib
4Your camcorder is supplied with two kinds of operations guides.– “Operating Guide” (This manual)– “First Step Guide” for using your camcorder with th
401 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to light up the (Movie) lamp.2 Press START/STOP A (or B).To stop recording, press START/STOP
41Recording/Playback1 Slide the POWER switch to light up the (Still) lamp.2 Select the recording media for still images (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD7
421 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.1 tab: Displays
43Recording/Playback3 Start playing back.Movies Still ImagesTouch tab and the movie to be played back.• When playback of the selected movie reaches
44To use zoom ... 15Move the power zoom lever 1 slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.• Be careful not to
45Recording/PlaybackWhen recording in 5.1ch surround sound, attach the supplied surround microphone to your camcorder. Without a surround microphone,
46To record in mirror mode ... 0Open the LCD screen 0 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2).• A mir
47Recording/Playback1 Play back the picture you want to magnify.2 Magnify the picture with T (Telephoto).A frame appears on the LCD screen.3 Touch the
48You 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 ima
49Recording/PlaybackIndicators displayed during recording/playback( ) is a reference page.The indicators during recording will not be recorded.Recordi
5Notes 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
50When you can change the setup items, or during recording or playback, following indicators displayed.Upper leftUpper centerUpper rightCenterBottomTh
51Recording/PlaybackRemove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander.1 DATA CODE (p.80)Displays the date and time or camera setting data
52Connect 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
53Recording/PlaybackWhen your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack)Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the vi
54Finalizing makes the recorded DVD compatible for playback with DVD devices and DVD drives of computers.• Playback compatibility with any DVD device
55Playback on DVD devicesTo add recordings to a finalized disc (p.61)To play back a disc in a DVD device after adding a recording (p.56)* Not possible
56• 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.
57Playback on DVD devicesTo select a DVD menu style1 Touch [DVD MENU].2 Select the desired style from 4 types of pattern with / .Select [NO MENU] if
58A 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.•
59Playback on DVD devices• 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 finaliz
6About the Carl Zeiss lensYour camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporati
60The date the disc was first used is recorded on the volume label of the disc.<e.g.>When the disc was first used at 6:00 pm on January 1st 2006
61Using the Recorded disc (DVD-RW/DVD+RW)You can record additional material on the finalized DVD-RWs (VIDEO mode)/DVD+RWs by following the steps below
62Formatting makes the recorded disc new and reusable by deleting all the data recorded on the disc. The recording capacity of the disc is recovered b
63Using the Recorded disc (DVD-RW/DVD+RW)7 Touch [YES] t [YES], then touch when [Completed.] appears.• You cannot change the movie aspect ratio which
641 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to light up the respective lamp.When carrying out the playback settings, press PLAY/EDIT to
65Using the Setup items1 Touch t[SETUP].2 Select the desired setup item.Touch / to select the item, then touch . (The process in step 3 is the sa
66Setup itemsAvailable setup items (z) vary depending on the operating mode.The following settings are made automatically during Easy Handycam operati
67Using the Setup items*1The setting values before Easy Handycam operation are maintained.*2DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E*3DCR-DVD105E/DVD605E*4DCR-DVD2
68The default settings are marked with B.The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.See page 64 for details on selecting setup i
69Using the Setup itemsYou can fix the brightness of a picture manually. When recording indoors on a clear day, for instance, you can avoid backlight
70Automatically activates the electronic shutter to adjust the shutter speed when recording in bright conditions if you set it to [ON] (the default se
71Using the Setup itemsLOW ( )Makes the flash level lower.• The setting returns to [NORMAL] when you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 1
72You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom greater than optical zoom magnification listed as below:While recording on a disc. No
73Using the Setup items– 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
74B FINE ( )Records still images at the fine image quality level.STANDARD ( )Records still images at the standard image quality level.The size of stil
75Using the Setup itemsB SERIESAssigns numbers to files in sequence even if the disc or “Memory Stick Duo” (For DCR-DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD755E ) is chang
76Using the viewfinderYou can adjust [EXPOSURE] and [FADER] while using the viewfinder by having the LCD screen rotated 180 degrees and closed with th
77Using the Setup itemsCOMPUTERCopies still images in the “Memory Stick Duo.” PRINTPrints still images in the disc using the PictBridge compliant prin
78When 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 [Comp
79Using the Setup itemsYou can select whether to play back audio recorded using other devices with dual sound or stereo sound.B STEREOPlays back with
8Table of ContentsWhat you can do with your DVD Handycam... 12Choosing a disc ...
80x WIDE DISPLAY (For DCR-DVD105E/DVD605E)/VF WIDE DISP (For DCR-DVD205E/DVD304E/DVD305E/DVD705E/DVD755E)You can select how a 16:9 (wide) aspect ratio
81Using the Setup items• The setting returns to [OFF] when you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12 hours.You can select the number of t
82B 5minThe camcorder is automatically turned off when you do not operate your camcorder for more than approximately 5 minutes.NEVERThe camcorder is n
83Using the Setup itemsYou can add desired setup items to Personal Menu, and customize Personal Menu settings. This is convenient if you add frequentl
841 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
85Editing on DVD HandycamYou 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 Ada
86Make 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/
87Editing on DVD HandycamMake sure to insert the recorded “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder.1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder an
88Using 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 int
89Editing on DVD HandycamWhen you touch , it changes to and the operational buttons below appear. To hide the buttons, touch .• Play and pause tog
9To adjust the focus for an off center subjectTo fix the exposure for the selected subjectTo record in mirror modeTo add special effectsTo use a tripo
905 Touch t [YES].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 timeTouch [ ADD A
91Editing on DVD Handycam4 Select the scene to be moved.The selected scene is marked with .Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the
92Photomovie categorizes still images as a movie, you can add more images in the Playlist.Photomovie Glossary (p.145)1 Slide the POWER switch to turn
93Editing on DVD Handycam
94You 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 dis
95Dubbing, Printing1 Insert the recorded disc into your camcorder.2 Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder and press PLAY/EDIT.Set [TV TYP
96You 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
97Dubbing, Printing1 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
98You can print out still images using a PictBridge compliant printer without connecting the camcorder to a computer.Connect your camcorder to the wal
99Dubbing, Printing• Do not attempt the following operations when is on the screen. The operations may not be performed properly.– Operate the POWER
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