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3-081-602-11(1)©2003 Sony CorporationOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,and retain it for future refe

Quick Start Guide10Inserting a “Memory Stick”While the access lamp is lit or flashingDo not shake or strike your camcorder because your camcorder is r

100Inserting a scene from a VCR– Insert editing[a][b][c][A][B][C]You can insert a new scene with sound from a VCR onto your originally recorded tapeby

101Editing(4) On your camcorder, locate the insert start point [b].(5) Press FN and select PAGE3.(6) Press REC CTRL.(7) Press REC PAUSE.(8) First pres

102You can record additional audio to the original sound on a tape by connecting audioequipment or a microphone. If you connect suitable audio equipme

103EditingMicrophone (optional)Connecting the microphone (optional) to the intelligentaccessory shoeConnecting the A/V connecting cable to the AUDIO/V

104Audio dubbingAdding audio to a recorded tapeChoose a connection mentioned on pages 102 to 103, and connect audio equipment ormicrophone to your cam

105EditingMonitoring the new recorded soundThe POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching the panel.(1) Play back the tape on which you added

10656VACATIONCOLORRET.POS rSIZETITLEOKEXITPOS RPRESET TITLEHELLO!HAPPY BIRTHDAYHAPPY HOLIDAYSCONGRATULATIONS!OUR SWEET BABYWEDDINGVACATIONTHE END

107EditingTo use the custom titleIf you want to use the custom title, select in step 5.The titles superimposed with your camcorder•They appear only

108Superimposing a title on a cassette with Cassette MemoryErasing a titleThe POWER switch should be set to or .Operate by touching the panel.(1) P

109EditingYou can make up to 2 titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Each titlecan have up to 20 characters.The POWER switch should b

Quick Start Guide11Recording still images on the “Memory Stick” (p. 120)Monitoring a still image on the LCD screen (p. 144)1Set the POWER switch toMEM

110The label can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in Cassette Memory. When youset the POWER switch to CAMERA and insert a labeled cassette

111EditingThe following data saved in Cassette Memory can be completely erased at a time:– Date data– Title data– Cassette labelThe POWER switch shoul

112— “Memory Stick” Operations —Using a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionThe “Memory Stick” is a new light and small recording media which, despite the si

113“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionTo prevent accidental erasure of imagesSlide the write-protect tab on the “Memory Sti

114On “Memory Stick Duo” (optional)•Make sure to insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into a “Memory Stick Duo” Adaptor whenusing the “Memory Stick Duo” with y

115“Memory Stick” OperationsInserting the “Memory Stick”Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the B markfacing t

116Selecting still image qualityThe default setting is FINE.The POWER switch should be set to or .Operate by touching the panel.(1) Press FN to dis

117“Memory Stick” OperationsSelecting image quality and sizeSelecting the still image sizeYou can select either image size 1152 × 864 or 640 × 480 (Wh

118Selecting image quality and sizeSelecting the moving picture sizeYou can select either picture size 320 × 240 or 160 × 112.The default setting is 3

119“Memory Stick” OperationsSelecting image quality and sizeThe table shows the approximate number of still images and time you can recordmoving pictu

12— Getting Started —Using this manualAs you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown incapital letters.In sections

120The POWER switch should be set to .(1) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly and check the image. The green z indicatorstops flashing, then lights up. The b

121“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording a still image on a “Memory Stick”– Memory photo recordingYou can record still images on a “Memory Stick” during

122Recording images continuouslyYou can record still images continuously. Before recording, select the desired modedescribed below in the menu setting

123“Memory Stick” OperationsThe number of still images in continuous shootingThe number of still images you can shoot continuously varies depending on

124Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick”– Memory photo recordingRecording images with the flashIn a dark place, the flash automatically pops up

125“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording a still image on a “Memory Stick”– Memory photo recordingNotes•Wipe the flash surface clean before use.Dirt on t

126Your camcorder can record moving picture data as a still image on a “Memory Stick.”Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480.Before operationIns

127“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording an image from a tape as a still imageRecording a still image from other equipmentYou can use either A/V connecti

128M. CHROMM. OVERLAP*C. CHROMM. LUMIStill image Moving pictureStill imageBlueMoving pictureBlueM C A MC H R O MC A M MC H R O MM C A M L U M IO V

129“Memory Stick” OperationsSuperimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXThe “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder is

13Getting StartedUsing this manualPrecautions on camcorder careLens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only)•The LCD screen and the finder are m

130(5) Press –/+ in the lower left corner of the screen to adjust the effect, then press OK to return to PAGE2.M. CHROMThe degree of the blue area in

131“Memory Stick” OperationsSuperimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXRecording a superimposed image to the “Memory Stick

132You can carry out a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automaticallyrecord still images.The POWER switch should be set to .Operate b

133“Memory Stick” OperationsThe picture and sound are recorded up to the full capacity of the “Memory Stick”(MPEG MOVIE EX).The POWER switch should be

134When using an external flash (optional)Turn the power of the external flash off when recording moving pictures on the“Memory Stick.” Otherwise, the

135“Memory Stick” OperationsSelf-timer recordingYou can record still images and moving pictures on the “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can als

136Recording moving picturesThe POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching the panel.(1) Follow steps 1 to 3 in “Recording still images” (p.

137“Memory Stick” OperationsYour camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as amoving picture on a “Memory Stick.”Before

138Recording a picture from a tape as a moving pictureTitlesYou cannot record the titles.If the “ AUDIO ERROR” indicator appearsSound that cannot be

139“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a “Memory Stick.”Making the programThe POWER switch should b

14Checking the supplied accessoriesMake sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.1 AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor, Powercord (p.

140Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture– Digital program editing (on a “Memory Stick”)Notes•You cannot dub the titles, display in

141“Memory Stick” OperationsNoteYour camcorder may stop recording the image, or the recorded image may appearjagged:– If the tape has the blank portio

142Changing the recording folderYou can create folders on a “Memory Stick.”You can group images by selecting a folder for each recording, for convenie

143“Memory Stick” OperationsSelecting the recording folderThe POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching the panel.(1) Press FN to display P

144You can view the still images recorded on the “Memory Stick.” Furthermore, you canview 6 images including moving pictures at a time arranged in the

145“Memory Stick” OperationsScreen indicators during still image playbackTo make screen indicators disappear, press DISPLAY/BATT INFO.1 Data file name

146Viewing a still image – Memory photo playbackPlaying back 6 recorded images at a time (index screen)This function is especially useful when searchi

147“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can view the moving pictures recorded in the “Memory Stick.”The POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching th

148Playing back a picture from a particular segmentMoving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick” can be divided into up to 60 parts.You can select a pa

149“Memory Stick” OperationsScreen indicators during moving picture playbackTo make screen indicators appear or disappear, press DISPLAY/BATT INFO.1 D

15Getting StartedInstalling the battery packBe sure to set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) when replacing the battery pack.(1) While sliding the BATT (b

150Select the folder to be played back. The currently selected folder name appears in thetop right-hand corner of the screen.The POWER switch should b

151“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can enlarge the still images.The POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching the panel.(1) Play back the image

152Memory PB ZOOM is canceled when you press the following buttons on theRemote Commander:– MEMORY PLAY– MEMORY INDEX– MEMORY –/+During memory PB ZOOM

153“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can display all images on the “Memory Stick” or in the selected folder using slideshow.The POWER switch should be set

154To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images.The POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching the pane

155“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can delete all images or selected images.Deleting selected imagesThe POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touchi

156Deleting selected images on the index screenThe POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching the panel.(1) Press INDEX.(2) Press DEL. Then p

157“Memory Stick” OperationsDeleting images – DELETESL I DE SHOWINT. R –STLDELETE ALLFORMAT RETURNALL FILESFOLDER 10 1MEM SET 2EXITRE

158The print mark function is useful for printing out still images later. However, youcannot specify the number of printing.Your camcorder conforms wi

159“Memory Stick” OperationsChanging the image size – ResizeAfter recording, you can change the image size of recorded still images to 640 × 480 or320

16Charging the battery packUse the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder.Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack

160USB port (USB) jackUSB cable (supplied)Push into the end.Computer— Viewing Images with your Computer —Viewing images with a computer– IntroductionT

161Viewing Images with your ComputerViewing images with a computer – IntroductionWhen connecting to a computer with the DV portThe computer must have

162Viewing images with a computer – IntroductionViewing images recorded on the “Memory Stick”When connecting to a computer with the USB portSee page 1

163Viewing Images with your ComputerComplete installation of the USB driver before connecting your camcorder to acomputer. If you connect your camcord

164System requirements when connecting with USB cable andviewing the “Memory Stick” images on a computerOS:Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows

165Viewing Images with your Computer(3) Select “Handycam” on the screen.The title screen appears.(4) Move the cursor to “USB Driver” and click. This s

166Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable(For Windows users)Installing Image TransferMake sure USB driver installation is complet

167Viewing Images with your ComputerConnecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable(For Windows users)Installing ImageMixerMake sure USB d

168MEMORY MIX AlbumOnce “ImageMixer” is installed, the MEMORY MIX album is created in “Album” of“ImageMixer” and sample images are stored in there.Tho

169Viewing Images with your ComputerConnecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable(For Windows users)(8) Follow the on-screen messages so

17Getting StartedNotes•Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plugof the AC Adaptor. This may cause a short-

170Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable(For Windows users)If you cannot install the USB driverThe USB driver has been registere

171Viewing Images with your ComputerConnecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable(For Windows users)Windows 2000Windows XPWindows 98SEWi

172Connecting your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable(For Windows users)6 Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) on your camcorder, then disconnec

173Viewing Images with your ComputerViewing pictures recorded on a tape on acomputer – USB Streaming (For Windowsusers)Capturing images with “ImageMix

174Viewing pictures recorded on a tape on a computer– USB Streaming (For Windows users)(10) Click .(11) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to

175Viewing Images with your Computer(12) Click to start playback.You can control video operations with the buttons on the screen.The picture from th

176Capturing moving pictures(1) Click .(2) Click the album in which you want to capture the movie.(3) Click to start playback.(4) Looking at the mon

177Viewing Images with your ComputerViewing pictures recorded on a tape on a computer– USB Streaming (For Windows users)Notes•When you view images on

178Making Video CDs – Easy Video CDThis function makes it simple to create a video CD by capturing images recorded on atape or images live from your c

179Viewing Images with your ComputerCapturing images live from your camcorder onto a CD-RBefore operationEject the cassette. If you leave your camcord

18Continuous Typical* Continuous Typical* Continuous Typical*NP-FM30 (supplied) 95 50 80 45 90 50NP-FM50 155 90 130 70 150 85NP-FM70 320 190 270 155 3

180Viewing pictures recorded on a tape on a computer– USB Streaming (For Windows users)Created Video CDsThe maximum recording time is about 1 hour. Ca

181Viewing Images with your ComputerThe image data recorded on the “Memory Stick” is automatically transferred (copied) toa computer with Image Transf

182Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on a computer(For Windows users)Viewing images without Image TransferBefore operation•You need to insta

183Viewing Images with your ComputerViewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on a computer(For Windows users)Image file storage destinations and im

184When connecting to a computer with the USB cableYou must install a USB driver onto a computer to connect your camcorder to thecomputer’s USB port.

185Viewing Images with your Computer(4) Click the “USB Driver” to open the folder containing the 6 files related to“Driver.”(5) Select the following 2

186Viewing imagesBefore operation•You need to install the USB driver to view the “Memory Stick” images on a computer(p. 164).•QuickTime 3.0 or later m

187Viewing Images with your ComputerYou can capture images and sound from an analog video unit on the computer whichhas a DV port by transmitting data

188After capturing images and soundStop capturing procedures on the computer, and stop playback on the analog videounit.Notes•You need the software an

189Viewing Images with your ComputerCopying images to DVD with VAIOBy connecting your camcorder to a Sony VAIO series personal computer*, it is easy t

19Getting StartedStep 1 Preparing the power sourceChecking status of the battery pack – Battery Info(1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).(2) Press OP

190(6) Press EXEC on the touch panel of your camcorder.Do not disconnect the i.LINK cable or set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)until capturing of image

191Customizing your CamcorderTo change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with r/R . Thedefault settings can be partially c

192Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting.Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch.The screen shows o

193Customizing your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemCAMERA SETD ZOOM16:9WIDESTEADYSHOTEDITSEARCHN.S. LIGHTModez OFF20×120×z OFFONz ONOFFz

194Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemVCR SETHiFi SOUNDAUDIO MIXA/V tDV OUTVIDEOINPUTLCD/VF SETLCD B.L.LCD COLORVF B.L.Modez STEREO12——z OFFONz VIDEOS

195Customizing your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemMEM SET 1STILL SETBURSTQUALITYIMAGESIZEMOVIE SETIMAGESIZEREMAINNEW FOLDERREC FOLDERFIL

196Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemMEM SET 2SLIDE SHOWINT. R -STLDELETE ALLFORMATModeRETURNz ALL FILESFOLDERsss*ONz OFFSETz RETURNALL FILESFOLDERss

197Customizing your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemCM SETTITLETITLEERASETITLE DSPLCM SEARCHTAPE TITLEERASE ALLMode————z ONOFFz ONOFF——z R

198Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemTAPE SETREC MODEAUDIO MODEqREMAINFRAME RECINT. RECModez SPLPz 12BIT16BITz AUTOONz OFFONONz OFFSETMeaningTo recor

199Customizing your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemSETUP MENUCLOCK SETUSB STREAMLANGUAGEDEMO MODEMeaningTo set the date or time (p. 23)To

2Welcome!Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you cancapture life’s precious moments with superior picture and

20Step 1 Preparing the power sourceUsing your camcorder on house currentConnect the AC Adaptor in the same way as you would when charging the batteryp

200Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemOTHERSWORLD TIMEBEEPCOMMANDERDISPLAYREC LAMPVIDEO EDITMeaningTo set the clock to the local time. Press r/R to se

201Troubleshooting— Troubleshooting —Types of trouble and how to correct troubleIf you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following ta

202Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The contrast between the subject and background is toohigh. This is not a malfunction.• The smear phenomen

203TroubleshootingDuring playbackSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The tape has run out.c Rewind the tape (p. 42).• The video head may be dirty

204Types of trouble and how to correct troubleDuring recording and playbackSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The battery pack is not installed,

205TroubleshootingTypes of trouble and how to correct troubleWhen operating using the “Memory Stick”Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The POWER

206Types of trouble and how to correct troubleSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set toLOCK.c Rel

207TroubleshootingTypes of trouble and how to correct troubleOthersSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The cassette has no Cassette Memory.c Use

208Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• VIDEOINPUT is not set correctly in the menu settings.c Set it correctly (p. 194).• Moisture condensation h

209Troubleshooting5-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions• You are using a battery pack that is not an“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.c Use an “Inf

21Getting StartedStep 2 Adjusting the grip beltThe grip belt supplied with your camcorder can be used as an ordinary grip belt or awrist strap.Using a

210Warning indicators101-0001 Warning indicator as to fileSlow flashing:•The file is corrupted.•The file is unreadable.•You are trying to carry out ME

211TroubleshootingWarning messagesIf messages appear on the screen, check the following. See the page in parentheses“( )” for details.• CLOCK SET S

212Warning messages•READ-ONLY MEMORY STICKA read-only “Memory Stick” is inserted.*• Q Z TAPE END The tape has reached its end.*• Q NO TAPE Insert a ca

213Additional Information— Additional Information —Usable cassettesSelecting cassette typesYou can use the mini DV cassette only.* You cannot use an

214Usable cassettesCopyright signalWhen you play backIf the tape you play back on your camcorder contains copyright signals, you cannotcopy it with an

215Additional InformationUsable cassettes[b][a]Do not affix a label around thisborder.Notes on the cassetteTo prevent accidental erasureSlide the writ

216About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packThis unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). Yourcamcorder operates only with the “I

217Additional InformationRemaining battery time indicator•If the power goes off although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that thebatter

218The DV Interface on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV Interface. This sectiondescribes the i.LINK standard and its features.What is i.LINK?i.LINK

219Additional InformationAbout i.LINKi.LINK functions on this unitFor details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment havin

22Step 2 Adjusting the grip belt123Belt adjusterStrap ringHand pad

220Using your camcorder abroadYou can use your camcorder in any country or region with the AC Adaptor suppliedwith your camcorder within AC 100 V to 2

221Additional InformationMaintenance information and precautionsMoisture condensationIf your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm

222Maintenance information and precautionsMaintenance informationCleaning the video headTo ensure normal recording, clear pictures and sound, clean th

223Additional InformationRemoving dust from inside the viewfinder(1) Pull out the viewfinder in the direction of the arrow 1.Remove the two screws in

224Maintenance information and precautionsAdjusting the LCD screen (CALIBRATION)The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens

225Additional InformationMaintenance information and precautionsCamcorder care•Eject the tape, periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and

226Maintenance information and precautionsRechargeable battery pack•Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function.•To p

227Additional InformationSpecificationsVideo camerarecorderSystemVideo recording system2 rotary headsHelical scanning systemMini DV Format (SD Specifi

228AC AdaptorAC-L15A/L15BPower requirementsAC 100 – 240 V, 50/60 HzCurrent consumption0.35 – 0.18 APower consumption18 WOutput voltageDC OUT: 8.4 V, 1

Quick Reference229— Quick Reference —Identifying parts and controls1 Lens cap (p. 28)2 LCD/Touch panel screen (p. 25)3 OPEN button (p. 9)4 Battery pac

23Getting Started3FNSETUP MENUCLOCK SETUSB STREAMLANGUAGEDEMO MODEEXITRET.EXEC––:––:––59678SETUP MENUCLOCK SETUSB STREAMLANGUAGEDEMO MODEEXITRET

230Identifying parts and controlsqfqdqgqhqjqkqlw;waqd RESET button (p. 208)If you press RESET, all the settingsincluding the date and time return to t

Quick Reference231Identifying parts and controlsws Focus ring (p. 68)wd Lenswf Remote sensorwg Infrared rays (NightShot Light)emitter (p. 37, 89)wh Ca

232Identifying parts and controlsea Microphone (p. 28)es Flash (p. 124)eseaedefegNotes on the intelligent accessory shoe•The intelligent accessory sho

Quick Reference233Identifying parts and controlseh NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 37)ej MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) (red)Connect an external microphone(optional).

234Identifying parts and controlsRemote CommanderA button type lithium battery is already installed in the Remote Commander at thefactory. To avoid fl

Quick Reference235Identifying parts and controlsReplacing the button type lithium battery(1) Pull out the battery holder while pushing the tab on the

236Identifying parts and controlsOperation indicatorsLCD screen and Viewfinder1 Cassette Memory (p. 12, 213)2 Remaining battery time (p. 30)3 Zoom (p.

Quick Reference237A, BAC Adaptor ... 16Adjusting the viewfinder ... 34Audio dubbing ... 102AUDIO MI

24Step 3 Setting the date and timeTo return to FN (Function)Press EXIT.Note on the time indicatorThe internal clock of your camcorder uses a 12-hour c

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25Getting StartedYour camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen.Touch the LCD screen directly with your finger to operate each function.(1) Se

26Step 4 Using the touch panelPAGE1 MENU, CAM, PB FOLDR, DELPAGE2 PB ZOOM, CAM, RESIZE, DATA CODEPAGE3 LCD BRT, CAM, VOLPAGE1 SPOT FOCUS, SPOT METER,

27Getting StartedNotes•When using the touch panel, press operation buttons lightly with your fingersupporting the LCD panel from the back side of it.•

28Perform Step 1 (p. 15) to Step 3 (p. 23) in advance.(1) Remove the lens cap and pull the lens cap string to fix it.(2) Prepare the power source (p.

29Recording – BasicsNote on recording modeYour camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode or in the LP(long play) mode. Select SP

3Note:This equipment has been tested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits

30Recording a pictureIndicators displayed during recordingIndicators are not recorded on the tape.1 Remaining battery time2 Cassette MemoryThis appear

31Recording – BasicsRecording a picture180°90°90°Remaining battery time indicator during recordingThe remaining battery time indicator roughly indicat

32Recording a pictureWhen monitoring on the LCD screenYou can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to your camcorder body with theLCD screen facin

33Recording – BasicsRecording a pictureAdjusting the brightness of the LCD screen(1) When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA, press FN and select PAGE2

34Recording a pictureAdjusting the LCD screen backlightWhen using your camcorder outdoors in strong sunlight, the battery life can beimproved by setti

35Recording – BasicsViewfinder backlightYou can change the brightness of the backlight when using the battery pack. Select VFB.L. in in the menu set

36Recording a pictureWhen you shoot close to a subjectIf you cannot achieve a sharp focus, move the power zoom lever to the “W” side untilthe focus is

37Recording – BasicsRecording a pictureShooting in the dark– NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow ShutterUsing NightShotNightShot enables you to shoot

38Recording a pictureTo cancel Super NightShotPress SUPER NS again to make the S indicator disappear. To cancel NightShot, slideNIGHTSHOT to OFF.Using

39Recording – BasicsRecording a pictureWhile using NightShot, you cannot use the following functions:– White balance– PROGRAM AE (the indicator flashe

4Main FeaturesRecording moving picturesor still images, and playingthem back• Recording moving pictures ontape (p. 28)• Playing back a tape (p. 42)• R

40You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or to locate the recording endpoint for making the transition between the last recorded scen

41Recording – BasicsChecking recordings – End search/Edit search/Rec ReviewIf the tape has a blank portion between recorded portionsEnd search may not

42You can monitor a tape recording on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, youcan monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also

43Playback – BasicsDISPLAY/BATT INFODISPLAYTo return to FNPress EXIT.To stop playbackPress .To rewind the tapePress during playback stop.To fastfor

44To display date/time and various settingsYour camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also therecording data (date/time or v

45Playback – BasicsVarious playback modesTo operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR.Using the touch panel(1) Press FN and select PA

46Playing back a tapeVideo control buttonsMarks on your camcorder are different from those on the Remote Commander suppliedwith your camcorder.On your

47Playback – BasicsConnect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with yourcamcorder to watch the playback pictures on the TV s

48Viewing a recording on TVIf your TV or VCR is a monaural typeConnect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and thewhit

49Advanced Recording OperationsInsert a “Memory Stick” before operation.During tape recording standbyThe POWER switch should be set to .(1) Keep pres

5Main Features5Other usesFunctions for adjusting exposure during recording•Back light function (p. 36)•NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter (p

50Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during tape recordingstandby or tape recordingDuring tape recordingThe POWER switch should be set to .Pr

51Advanced Recording OperationsSelf-timer recordingSTART/STOPSTART/STOPPHOTOPHOTOYou can record still images and moving pictures with the self-timer.Y

52Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during recordingstandbyThe POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching the panel.(1) Follow steps

53Advanced Recording OperationsAdjusting the white balance manuallyNormally white balance is automatically adjusted.The POWER switch should be set to

54If the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lightingWe recommend that you record in the INDOOR mode.If you record under fluorescent lighting

55Advanced Recording OperationsYou can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE).Black bands appear on the screen duri

56Using the wide modeNotes•In the wide mode, you cannot use the following functions:– Recording on a “Memory Stick” during tape recording or tape reco

57Advanced Recording OperationsYou can fade in or out to give your recording a more professional appearance.MONOTONEWhen fading in, the picture gradua

58The POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching the panel.(1) When fading in [a]Press FN to display PAGE1 during recording standby.When fadi

59Advanced Recording OperationsNoteYou cannot use the following functions while using fader. Also, you cannot use faderwhile using the following funct

6Table of ContentsMain Features ... 4Quick Start Guide– Recording on tape ...

60NEG. ART [a]: The color and brightness of the picture are reversed.SEPIA: The picture is sepia.B&W: The picture is monochrome (black-and-white).

61Advanced Recording OperationsUsing special effects – Digital effectSLOW SHTR (slow shutter)You can slow down the shutter speed. The SLOW SHTR mode i

62The POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching the panel.(1) Press FN, then select PAGE2.(2) Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a digital

63Advanced Recording OperationsTo return to FNPress EXIT.To cancel digital effectPress OFF on the DIG EFFT screen to return to PAGE2.Shutter speedSh

64Using PROGRAM AESPOTLIGHT*1)This mode prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively whitewhen shooting subjects lit by strong lig

65Advanced Recording OperationsThe POWER switch should be set to or .Operate by touching the panel.(1) Press FN to display PAGE1.(2) Press MENU.(3)

66We recommend that you adjust the exposure manually in the following cases:– When fine-adjusting backlight compensation– When the subject is too brig

67Advanced Recording OperationsThis function adjusts the exposure to the brightness of the point you want to focus on.Use Flexible Spot Meter in the f

68You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases.Normally, focus is adjusted automatically.•The autofocus mode is

69Advanced Recording OperationsFocusing manuallyTo focus preciselyIt is easier to focus on the subject if you adjust the zoom to shoot at the “W” (wid

7Table of Contents“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing a “Memory Stick”– Introduction ... 112Selecting image quality and siz

70The focus is adjusted to the point you selected.The POWER switch should be set to or .Operate by touching the panel.(1) Press FN to display PAGE1

71Advanced Recording OperationsInterval Recording457TAPE SET I NT. REC I NTERVAL REC T I ME 30SECEXITRET.EXECTAPE SET I NT. REC I NTERVAL

72(8) Select the desired recording time, then press EXEC.The time: 0.5SEC y 1SEC y 1.5SEC y 2SEC(9) Press RET.(10) Set INT. REC to ON, then press EXE

73Advanced Recording OperationsYou can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording.To create this effect, alternately mo

74Using the viewfinderTurn the LCD panel over and fold it back into the camcorder body with the LCD screenfacing out. You can operate camera brightnes

75Advanced Recording OperationsUsing the viewfinder4EXPO–SUREOKON FADERONEXPO–SUREOKViewfinder[a] When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA[b] When the P

76The POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching the panel.(1) During playback or playback pause, press FN to display PAGE1.(2) Press MENU.(3

77Advanced Playback OperationsThe POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching the panel.(1) During playback or playback pause, press FN and se

78Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recordedon a “Memory Stick” (p. 151).The POWER switch should be set to

79Advanced Playback OperationsNotes•You cannot process externally input scenes using tape PB ZOOM with yourcamcorder.•You cannot record images on the

Quick Start Guide8Quick Start Guide – Recording on tapeConnecting the power cordUse the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 15).To eje

80Your camcorder automatically searches for the desired scene that occurs at “0:00:00” onthe tape counter. Use the Remote Commander for this operation

81Advanced Playback OperationsSearching for a recording by title– Title searchUse a cassette with Cassette Memory for this operation.Use the Remote Co

82Date search using Cassette Memory searches for a recording by recording date.Date search without using Cassette Memory searches for the point where

83Advanced Playback OperationsSearching for the date without using Cassette MemoryThe POWER switch should be set to .Operate by touching the panel.(1

84S VIDEOVIDEOAUDIOINAUDIO/VIDEOYou can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder asa player.You can connect either the

85EditingWith the i.LINK cableDubbing a tapei.LINK DVInterfacei.LINK cable (optional): Signal flowVCRAbout i.LINKSee page 218 for details.Pictures pro

86Dubbing a tapeDubbingWith the A/V connecting cable•Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)•When the search indic

87EditingYou can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto the tape withoutoperating the VCR.Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set

88Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape)Step 2: Setting the VCR to operateWhen you are connecting the camcorder and VCR using

89Editing45796VIDEO EDIT ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT - I N” ”CUT -OUT” I R SETUP PAUSEMODE I R TESTENDRET.EXEC I RENDVIDEO EDIT ED

Quick Start Guide9Recording a picture on the tape (p. 28)Monitoring the playback picture on the LCDscreen (p. 42)When you purchase your camcorder, the

90Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape)(15) Select IR TEST, then press EXEC.(16) Select EXECUTE, then press EXEC.If the VCR

91EditingBrand IR SETUP code Brand IR SETUP codeAbout the IR SETUP codeThe IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the

92When the VCR does not operate correctly•After checking the code in “About the IR SETUP code” (p. 91), set the IR SETUP or thePAUSEMODE again.•Place

93Editing(10) Press RET. to execute.To return to FNPress END to return to PAGE1, then press EXIT.Notes•The image to adjust the synchronization is

94Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape)791045ED I TSETUNDOED I TSETUNDOED I TSETUNDO0:08:55:06TOTALSCENE0:00:00:000V I DEO

95EditingTo finish making programsPress END.The program is stored in memory until the tape is ejected.NoteYou cannot operate recording during Digita

96Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tape)Operation 2: Performing Digital program editing (Dubbing thetape)The POWER switch sho

97EditingRecording video or TV programsAUDIO/VIDEOS VIDEOVIDEOAUDIOOUTWhiteRedA/V connectingcable (supplied)YellowTVVCRYou can record the tape from an

98Recording video or TV programsIf your TV or VCR is a monaural typeConnect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and t

99EditingRECPAUSEREC CTRLRET.RECSTARTDubbingBefore operationSet DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings when using the A/V connecting cable.(The defa