On recording

Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any
MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The number value indicates the amount of light from a subject coming into the lens.
About the marks used in this manual
The operations available depend on the disc used. The following marks are used to indicate the type of disc you can use for a particular operation.

Table of Contents

Read this before operating your camcorder. 2 Subject examples and solutions.. 9
Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) (DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E).. 35

Playback..37

Using PB zoom.. 39 Playing back a series of still images (Slide show).. 39
What you can do with your camcorder.. 10 Choosing a disc. 12 Using your camcorder. 14 HOME and OPTION - Taking advantage of two types of menus.. 16
Playing the picture on a TV..40 Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing)..42

Editing

(OTHERS) category.46 Deleting images.46 Dividing the image..48 Creating the Playlist.49 Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders.52 Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer)..53
Step 1: Checking supplied items.. 19 Step 2: Charging the battery pack.. 20 Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time. 23
Changing the language setting.. 24
Utilizing recording media
(MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) category..55 Playing a disc on other devices..55 Finding the right disc (DISC SELECT GUIDE).56 Deleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting)..57 Recording additional scenes after finalizing.58
Step 4: Preparing for recording.. 25 Step 5: Inserting a disc or a Memory Stick Duo. 26

Recording/Playback

Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam). 29 Recording.. 32
Zooming.. 34 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCRDVD109E/DVD306E/DVD308E/ DVD708E).. 34 Recording in dark places (NightShot plus)... 35 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects.. 35 Recording in mirror mode. 35

Finalize Finalize
Like commercially sold DVD, this disc can be played back in most DVD devices after finalizing.
Recordings cannot be added even if there is free space left. Unfinalizing allows you to add recordings (p.58).
The disc can be played back in a device compatible with the DVD-RW VR mode.
Recordings can be added without unfinalizing.
The disc can be played back without finalizing. But finalizing is required in some cases. For details, see page 42.

Playback compatibility

Playback compatibility with any DVD device is not guaranteed. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD device or consult your dealer.

HOME and

OPTION
- Taking advantage of two types of menus
HOME MENU - the starting point for operations with your camcorder
(HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 17)

Category

B Categories and items of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category
Items MOVIE* PHOTO* Page 33 33
(MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) category
Items FINALIZE* DISC SELECT GUIDE FORMAT* FORMAT* UNFINALIZE DISC INFO Page 58 55

(VIEW IMAGES) category

Items VISUAL INDEX* PLAYLIST Page 37 49

(OTHERS) category

Items DELETE* EDIT PLAYLIST EDIT PRINT COMPUTER Page 78

(SETTINGS) category

To customize your camcorder (p. 60).
* You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 29). For items available in the (SETTINGS) category, see page 61.

Using the HOME MENU

Example: [EDIT]
1 Turn the POWER switch to turn
on your camcorder. Enjoying with your camcorder
5 Continue operation by following
the guidance on the screen.
To hide the HOME MENU screen

Touch.

2 Press

(HOME) A (or B).

When you want to know something about the function of each item on the HOME MENU - HELP

1 Press (HOME).

(HOME) B

The HOME MENU appears.

(HOME) A

2 Touch

(HELP).
The bottom of the turns orange.

(HELP) button

3 Touch the category you want to
use. Example: (OTHERS) category
4 Touch the item you want to use.

OPTION (Continued)

3 Touch the item you want to know the content.

Records a movie.

Activate? YES
When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the option, touch [YES], otherwise, touch [NO].

To deactivate the HELP

Touch (HELP) again in step 2.

Charging time

Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
Battery pack Charging time
When storing the battery pack
Fully discharge the battery before storing it for an extended period.
NP-FH40 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100

170 390

To use an outside power source
Make the same connections as you do when charging the battery pack. The battery pack will not lose its charge in this case.
To check the remaining battery (Battery Info)
Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then press DISP/BATT INFO.
Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack. DCR-DVD106E/DVD108E/DVD608E
Battery pack Continuous recording time Typical recording time*
NP-FH40 (supplied) NP-FH50

545 590

260 285
After a while, the approximate recordable time and battery information appear for about 7 seconds. You can view the battery information for up to 20 seconds by pressing DISP/BATT INFO again while the information is displayed.

NP-FH70 NP-FH100

Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued)

DCR-DVD109E

Playing time
Battery pack LCD panel opened LCD panel closed

525 565

250 270

300 695

330 760
DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E

NP-FH40 (supplied)

110 110

260 260

280 635

315 725

NP-FH50
Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed

NP-FH70

NP-FH100
* When the LCD backlight is on. * Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming. On the battery pack Before changing the battery pack, Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and turn off the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 23). The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 21) will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions: The battery pack is not attached correctly. The battery pack is damaged. The battery pack is worn-out (For Battery Info only).
All times measured with recording mode [SP] under the following conditions: Top: When the LCD backlight turns on. Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off (DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E). Bottom: Recording time when recording with the viewfinder while the LCD panel is closed.
The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the mains lead is disconnected from the wall socket. When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use an NP-FH70/NPFH100 battery pack (DCR-DVD306E/ DVD308E/DVD708E). We do not recommend using an NP-FH30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with your camcorder. On the charging/recording/playback time Times measured when using the camcorder at 25 C (77 F) (10 C to 30 C (50 F to 86 F) is recommended). The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. On the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall socket when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. 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. Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall socket via the AC Adaptor.

Step 3: Turning the power on, and 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 change the POWER switch position.
1 While pressing the green button,
turn the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of the arrow until the respective lamp lights up. (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images The [CLOCK SET] screen appears.
2 Select the desired geographical
area with v/V, then touch [NEXT].
3 Set [SUMMERTIME], then touch

[NEXT].

Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time (Continued)
4 Set [Y] (year) with v/V.
camcorder without any operation attempted for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 70).
The date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the disc, and can be displayed during playback (see page 65 for [DATA CODE]). Refer to page 97 for information concerning World time difference. If the buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly, adjust the LCD screen ([CALIBRATION], p. 103).
5 Select [M] with b/B, then set the

month with v/V.

6 Set [D] (day), hour and minute in
the same way, then touch [NEXT].
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS)t[CLOCK/ LANG]t[ LANGUAGE SET], then select the desired language.
Make sure that the clock is correctly set, then touch. The clock starts. You can set any year up to the year 2037.

To turn off the power

Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
To reset the date and time
Select (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [CLOCK SET], and set the date and time.
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. 105). It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on. You cannot operate your camcorder during this time. In the setting at the time of purchase, the power turns off automatically if you leave your

To view movies on a disc on other devices (Finalize)
To view movies stored on a disc on a DVD device or a computer, you need to "finalize" the disc. For details on finalize operation, see page 42.
For DVD-R, DVD+R DL, you cannot reuse the disc or record additional movies onto the disc once you finalize the disc even if the disc has free space. During Easy Handycam operation, the DVD menu is fixed to [STYLE1]. You cannot record additional scenes on a finalized disc during Easy Handycam operation (p. 58).
To cancel Easy Handycam operation
Press EASY B again. from the screen. disappears
Menu settings during Easy Handycam operation
Press (HOME) H(or I) to display the menu items available for setup changes (p.16, 60).
You can neither delete nor edit movies on the disc during Easy Handycam operation. Most of the menu items automatically return to the default settings. The settings of some menu items are fixed. For more details, see page 83. DVD-RW are formatted in VIDEO mode (p. 12). (OPTION) will not appear. Cancel Easy Handycam operation if you want to add effects to images or change settings.

Recording

DCR-DVD106E/DVD108E/ DVD109E/DVD608E (HOME) D
POWER switch A (HOME) E PHOTO F
Open the Lens cover (p. 25)

START/STOP C

DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/ DVD708E

(HOME) D START/STOP B

Adjusting the grip belt
Adjust and fasten the grip belt as illustrated, and hold your camcorder properly.
If the access lamps (page 26, 27) is on after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the disc or Memory Stick Duo. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the battery or AC Adaptor.
Movies are recorded on the disc. For recordable time, see page 12.
Still images are recorded on the Memory Stick Duo. For the number of recordable still images, see page 64.
switch A until the (Still) lamp turns on. Recording/Playback
2 Press START/STOP B (or C).

2 Press PHOTO F.

FlashingtLights up Press slightly Press full to to focus record
appears next to. When disappears, the image has been recorded.
To switch to the movie recording mode using the (HOME) button D (or E)
Touch (CAMERA) of HOME MENU t [MOVIE] or [PHOTO].

Recording (Continued)

Zooming
You can zoom in up to the magnifications shown in the following table.
(optical zoom) DCR-DVD106E/DVD108E/ DVD109E/DVD608E DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/ DVD708E

Touch tab and the movie to be played back. The VISUAL INDEX screen reappears when playback from the selected movie until the last movie is completed.
Toggles Play or Pause as you touch Next scene (OPTION) Reverse/ Forward
Touch tab and the still image to be played back.
(OPTION) Previous/Next One touch makes the reverse/fast forward approximately 5 times faster, two touches makes it approximately 10 times* faster. * Approximately 8 times faster using a DVD+RW
To switch to the playback mode using the (HOME) button D (or E) Touch (VIEW IMAGES) t [VISUAL INDEX]
To adjust the movie volume
Touch (OPTION) t tab t [VOLUME], then adjust it with /
Touch / movie slowly. during pause to play back

Using PB zoom

You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD frame.
Playing back a series of still images (Slide show)
Touch on the still image playback screen. The slide show begins from the selected image. Touch to stop the slide show. To restart, touch again.
You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show.
1 Play back the still images you want to magnify. 2 Magnify the still image with T (Telephoto). The screen is framed. 3 Touch the screen at the point you want to display in the center of the displayed frame. 4 Adjust the magnification with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto). To cancel, touch.
You can set continuous slide show playback using [SLIDE SHOW SET] on (OPTION) t tab. The default setting is [ON] (continuous playback).
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.20). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
Device without S VIDEO jack IN
Device with S VIDEO jack IN S VIDEO

(Yellow)

(White) (White)

(Red) (Red)

A/V OUT jack : Signal flow

VCRs or TVs

1 A/V connecting cable (supplied)
Connect to the input jack of the other device.
To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)

Playback compatibility with all device is not guaranteed. No DVD menu is created for DVD-RW (VR mode).

Operation flow

To play back a disc in a DVD device for the first time (p.44)
Playback on other DVD device

In case 1, 2 or 3.

Make desired settings for the DVD menu.
To add recordings to a finalized disc (p.58)
Recordings cannot be added.

Make a new recording

Unfinalize the disc. Recordings can be added as usual.
When the DVD menu has been created, a confirmation screen prompts you to confirm that you wish to add a recording.
Even when you are using a DVD-RW or DVD+RW, you cannot record additional movies onto the disc after finalizing the disc during Easy Handycam operation. To do so, cancel Easy Handycam operation (p. 31).
To play back a disc in a DVD device after adding a recording (p.44)

Only in case 1

Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) (Continued) Finalizing a disc
It takes from a minute to a maximum of several hours to finalize a disc. 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 individually.

5 Touch [YES] t [YES].

Finalizing starts.
6 When [Completed.] appears,

touch.

Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during finalizing. When you need to disconnect the AC Adaptor, make sure that the power of your camcorder is set to off and disconnect the AC Adaptor after the (Movie) or (Still) lamp goes off. Finalizing restarts when you connect the AC Adaptor and turn on your camcorder again. You cannot remove the disc until the finalizing operation is completed. When using the discs other than DVD-RW (VR mode), Z flashes after finalizing is completed on the recording standby screen of your camcorder. Remove the disc from your camcorder.

You can set this function when you use an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. HIGH( )
Makes the flash level higher.

B NORMAL( ) LOW( )

Makes the flash level lower.
REDEYE REDUC (Redeye reduction) (DCR-DVD306E/ DVD308E/DVD708E)
You can set this function when you use an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. You can prevent redeye by activating the flash before recording. Set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON] to use this function.
The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other conditions.

DATA CODE

During playback, displays the information (data code) recorded automatically at the time of recording. B OFF
Data code is not displayed.

DATE/TIME

Displays the date and time.

CAMERADATA (below)

Displays camera setting data.

A Date B Time

VIEW IMAGES SET (Continued)

CAMERADATA

DISPLAY
You can select the number of thumbnails that appear on the VISUAL INDEX screen. B ZOOM LINK
Change the number of thumbnails (6 or 12) with the zoom lever on your camcorder.*

6IMAGES

Displays thumbnails of 6 images. Still image

12IMAGES

Displays thumbnails of 12 images.
* You can operate with the zoom buttons on the LCD frame or on the Remote Commander (For DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/ DVD708E).
C SteadyShot off D Brightness E White balance F Gain G Shutter speed H Aperture value I Exposure z Tips
appears in the following cases: during displaying still images recorded using an external flash (DCR-DVD306E/ DVD308E/DVD708E). during displaying still images recorded by another device using a flash. The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. The indicator toggles through the following sequences as you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander: [DATE/TIME] t [CAMERADATA] t [OFF] (no indication)(DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/ DVD708E). Depending on the disc condition, bars [--:--:--] appear.

SOUND/DISP SET

(Items to adjust beep and the screen) B NORMAL

Standard brightness.

BRIGHT
Brightens the LCD screen. b Notes
When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. If you open the LCD panel 180 degrees to face the screen outside and close the LCD panel to the camcorder body, the setting becomes [NORMAL] automatically.
This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way.

-- (A tab depends on the situation) ADD ADD ALL PRINT SLIDE SHOW VOLUME DATA CODE SLIDE SHOW SET ADD ADD ALL -- (No tab) COPIES DATE/TIME SIZE DVD MENU

a a a a a a a 50

* Items that are included also in the HOME MENU. ** DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E
* Items that are included also in the HOME MENU.
Functions set in the OPTION MENU
Items you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below.
displayed correctly if you are using a conversion lens (optional).) When the focus mode is switched from automatic to manual. When you set focus manually

SPOT FOCUS

You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located at the center of the screen.
You can adjust the focus manually. You can select this function also when you want to focus on a certain subject intentionally.
1 Touch [MANUAL]. 9 appears. 2 Touch (focusing on close subjects)/ (focusing on distant subjects) to sharpen the focus. appears when the focus cannot be adjusted any closer, and appears when the focus cannot be adjusted farther away. 3 Touch.
1 Touch the subject on the screen. 9 appears. 2 Touch [END].
To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO] t [END] in step 1.
If you set [SPOT FOCUS], [FOCUS] is automatically set to [MANUAL].
To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO] t in step 1.
The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.

TELE MACRO

This is useful to shoot small subjects, such as flowers or insects. You can blur out backgrounds and the subject stands out clearer. When you set [TELE MACRO] to [ON] ( ), the zoom (p. 34) moves to the top of the T (telephoto) side automatically and allows recording subjects at a close distance as follows; DCR-DVD106E/DVD108E/DVD109E/ DVD608E down to about 43 cm (17 in.) DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E down to about 38 cm (15 in.)
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. When you want to record a subject at close range, move the power zoom lever to W (wide angle), then adjust the focus. The focal distance information (the distance at which the subject is focused on, for when it is dark and hard to adjust focus) appears for a few seconds in the following cases. (It will not be

You can record a transition with the following effects adding to the interval between scenes.
1 Select the desired effect in [STBY] (during fading in) or [REC] (during fading out) mode, then touch. 2 Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing and disappears when the fade is complete.
COLOR SLOW SHTR (Color Slow Shutter)
When you set [COLOR SLOW SHTR] to [ON], you can record an image brighter in color even in dark places. appears on the screen. To cancel [COLOR SLOW SHTR], touch [OFF].
Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 73) when it is hard to focus automatically. The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the brightness, which may result in a slowdown of the motion of the image.
To cancel the fader before starting the operation, touch [OFF] in step 1. If you press START/STOP, the setting is canceled.

STBY REC

Fading out

Fading in

WHITE FADER

BLACK FADER

S. NIGHTSHOT PLS (Super NightShot plus)
The image will be recorded at a maximum of 16 times the sensitivity of NightShot plus recording if you set [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS]
D.EFFECT (Digital effect)
When [OLD MOVIE] is selected, appears on the screen and you can record with an old movie-type atmosphere to your movies. To cancel [D.EFFECT], touch [OFF].
Press PHOTO to record still images when [SELF-TIMER] is set to [ON] and appears. To cancel the count down, touch [RESET]. To cancel the self-timer, select [OFF].
You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on the Remote Commander (p. 113) (DCRDVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E).
PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect)
You can add special effects to an image during recording or playback. appears. B OFF
Does not use [PICT.EFFECT] setting.
FLASH MODE (DCRDVD306E/DVD308E/ DVD708E)
You can set this function when you use an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. Attach the external flash to the Active Interface Shoe (p. 111). B ON ( )

Flashes every time.

Images appear in sepia.

B&W

Images appear in black and white.

PASTEL

Flashes automatically. Images appear as a pale pastel drawing.

A vertical white line may appear on an image taken in bright light.
This phenomenon is called the smear effect. This is not a malfunction.
Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.
Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] (p. 63).
The playback image is distorted.
Clean the disc using a soft cloth (p. 99).
[S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] cannot be operated.
Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON (p. 35).
Still images stored on a Memory Stick Duo cannot be played back.
Still images cannot be played back if you have modified files or folders, or have edited the data on a computer. (The file name flashes in that case.) This is not a malfunction (p. 100). Still images recorded on other devices may not be played back. This is not a malfunction (p. 100).
[COLOR SLOW SHTR] does not operate correctly.
[COLOR SLOW SHTR] may not operate correctly in total darkness. Use NightShot plus or [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS].
You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL].
You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL] when: The LCD panel is closed on your camcorder with the LCD screen facing out. The power is supplied from the AC Adaptor.
is indicated on an image in the VISUAL INDEX screen.
Loading of the data may have failed. It may be indicated correctly when you turn off the power and then turn it on again, or repeat removing and inserting the Memory Stick Duo a couple of times. This may appear on still images recorded on other devices, edited on a computer, etc.
You cannot use [WIDE SELECT] (DCR-DVD106E/DVD108E/DVD109E/ DVD608E).
You cannot use [WIDE SELECT] if your disc is DVD+RW.
No sound or only a quiet sound is heard when playing back a disc.
Turn up the volume (p. 38). Sound is not output when the LCD screen is closed. Open the LCD screen. When you record sound with [MICREF LEVEL] (p. 77) set to [LOW], the recorded sound may be difficult to hear.
Playback does not move to the previous scene when you press.
If playback crosses 2 titles made automatically by your camcorder when. is pressed, playback may not move to the previous scene. Select the desired scene from the menu screen. Refer to the instruction manual of the playback device for further information.

operate your camcorder about once a month to keep it in optimum state for a long time.
Cleaning inside the viewfinder
Remove any dust from inside the viewfinder by following the steps below.
1 Pull out the viewfinder. 2 While pushing in the tab on the side with a fine-tipped object such as a ball point pen, pull the eyecup block in the direction of the arrow to remove.

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.
3 Remove dust from the eyecup block with a camera blower, etc.
4 Press the viewfinder onto the body of the camcorder. 5 Remove dust from the inside area where the eyecup block was attached with a camera blower, etc.
About care and storage of the lens
Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances: When there are fingerprints on the lens surface. In hot or humid locations When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside. Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above. It is recommended that you
6 Attach the eyecup block to the viewfinder, pushing it straight on until it clicks.
On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery
Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other settings even when the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG). The preinstalled rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder is connected to the wall socket via the AC Adaptor or while the battery pack is attached. The rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder at all. Use your camcorder after charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery. However, even if the pre-installed rechargeable battery is not charged, the camcorder operation will not be affected as long as you are not recording the date. x Procedures Connect your camcorder to a wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it with the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) for more than 24 hours.
The eyecup block is a precision part. Do not disassemble it further. Do not touch the lens of the eyecup block. If you turn the viewfinder lens adjustment lever after removing the eyecup block from your camcorder, the lever and lens may come out the eyecup block. If this happens, replace them as follows:

170 g (6 oz) excluding the mains lead * See at the label of AC Adaptor for other specifications.
Average power consumption
DCR-DVD106E/DVD108E/DVD608E LCD : 2.9W Viewfinder : 2.7W DCR-DVD109E LCD : 3.0W Viewfinder : 2.8W DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E LCD : 3.2W (When the LCD backlight is on) Viewfinder : 2.9W
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40

Maximum output voltage

DC8.4V

DC7.2V

Capacity

4.9 wh (680 mAh)

31.8 18.5 45.0 mm (1 5/16 3/13/16 in.) (w h d)
54.130.5 mm (2 1/5/1/4 in.) (w h d) including the projecting parts

45 g (1.6 oz)

Specifications (Continued)
Li-ion Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

On trademarks

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. DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, and DVD+R DL logo are trademarks. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries. Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc in the U.S. and other countries. Pentium is a trademark or registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

Notes on the License

ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206. "C Library," "Expat," "zlib," and "libjpeg" software are provided in your camcorder. We provide this software based on license agreements with their owners of copyright. Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications, we have an obligation to inform you of the following. Please read the following sections. Read license1.pdf in the License folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of "C Library," "Expat," "zlib," and "libjpeg" software.

8th January, 2007
MORE OF YOUR MEMORIES: SONY DVD HANDYCAM BOOSTS SHOOTING TIMES WITH DUAL-LAYER RECORDING AND LONGER BATTERY LIFE
Whether its a special event, the trip of a lifetime, or simply capturing the spontaneous moments with family and friends which make everyday life unique, Sonys new DVD Handycam range offers stamina, a powerful zoom and records directly on to DVD, for ease of sharing and archiving footage. Storing nearly two hours of great-looking images and 5.1ch surround sound on 8cm DVD media, the newest Sony DVD Handycam range captures even more memories for your money. More record time, more STAMINA Every Sony DVD Handycam offers the shoot-eject-play convenience of direct playback on a standard DVD player. With the addition of DVD+R DL (Dual-Layer) recording, all new models can now record for a maximum of 110 minutes, almost doubling the 60 minutes maximum record time of previous-generation DVD Handycam. The latest Handycam range doesnt just store more on every DVD: it offers greater battery stamina than predecessor models, too. The new H -Series InfoLITHIUM battery dramatically boosts continuous recording STAMINA to 9 hours (DVD106E, with optional battery) from a single charge.
Great pictures and superb surround sound Superb picture and sound quality are assured alongside greater record time and battery life. Dolby Digital? 5.1 surround sound recording now features right across the DVD Handycam line-up (except DVD106E). All models in the line-up feature Carl Zeiss? optics for better resolution and contrast, and
top-flight DVD406E and DVD506E models feature high-resolution ClearVid CMOS Sensor technology for supremely crisp, clear images. This Sony unique sensor reduces smear while increasing dynamic range for increased detailing in high-contrast scenes. You can also capture up to 6.1 Megapixel still picture with the DVD506E featuring Super SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilisation. The DVD106E and DVD109E meanwhile offer an unprecedented 40x Optical Zoom range with the most impressive wide angle performance ever seen on a Sony Handycam. Low light shooting is also enhanced with a new Auto Slow Shutter function that automatically enhances sensitivity to achieve improved minimum illumination performance. More comfortable, simpler operation Image quality and new features aside, latest models are even easier and more convenient to use. Every DVD Handycam now includes a Colour Viewfinder for framing and reviewing shots, while additional Record Start/Stop and zoom buttons are thoughtfully placed on the border of the camcorders flip-out LCD screen. The new-generation Home menu and Help function on the LCD touch screen assures intuitive operation. DVD506E and DVD406E models feature a high resolution (211k pixels) 2.7-inch Wide Clear Photo LCD plus screen for improved contrast and a colour range thats approximately 1.6 times wider than normal Hybrid LCD screens. All models feature support for Memory Stick DUO removable media for still image recording, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity to a PC for editing, and compatibility with wide range of DVD-R / -RW / +RW / +R DL media. Optional Accessories
From lenses, microphones and high-power batteries to tripods and stylish carry cases theres a full range of official accessories to help you get even more from your Handycam. New-generation InfoLITHIUM H Series batteries feature Hybrid Lithium-Ion cells and ActiFORCE battery technology for higher capacity and faster recharging plus a more accurate, responsive indication of remaining capacity. Compatible with all latest Handycam models, three new batteries (NP-FH100, NP-FH70 and NP-FH50) offer capacities of 3980mAh, 1800mAh and 900mAh respectively. All can also be used with older camcorders using P Series batteries. Two High Grade Lenses feature a newly-developed optical design that reduces their size and weight making them an ideal match for latest ultra-portable Handycam models. Certified for high resolution video and still image use, the VCL-HG1737C tele conversion lens and VCL-HG0737C wide conversion lens are compatible with DVD406E and DVD506E. Two new wide angle lenses have also been introduced. The VCL-HA07A and the extremely compact VCL-E07A offer wider compatibility with the Handycam range at an even more affordable price. Other additions include stylish carry cases and the SPK-HCC Sports Pack that waterproofs your Handycam down to 5 metres.

Key specifications

DCR-DVD506E
n DVD+R DL compatibility for up to 110 minutes continuous recording n Carl Zeiss? Vario-Sonnar? T* lens n 1/2.9-inch ClearVid CMOS Sensor n 6 Megapixel images in Still Image Recording mode n 10x Optical Zoom / 20x Digital Zoom n Super SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilizer n Dolby Digital? 5.1ch Surround Recording n 2.7-inch Wide, Clear Photo LCD plus n Wide Colour Viewfinder n STAMINA up to 6 hours (with optional battery)

DCR-DVD406E

n DVD+R DL compatibility for up to 110 minutes continuous recording n Carl Zeiss? Vario-Sonnar? T* lens n 1/3-inch ClearVid CMOS Sensor n 4 Megapixel images in Still Image Recording mode n 10x Optical Zoom / 80x Digital Zoom n Dolby Digital? 5.1ch Surround Recording n 2.7-inch Wide, Clear Photo LCD plus screen with touch panel n Wide Colour Viewfinder n STAMINA up to 6 hours (with optional battery)

DCR-DVD306E

n DVD+R DL compatibility for up to 110 minutes continuous recording n Carl Zeiss? Vario-Tessar? lens n 1 Megapixel Advanced HAD CCD n 25x Optical Zoom / 2000x Digital Zoom n Dolby Digital? 5.1ch Surround Recording n STAMINA up to 9 hours (with optional battery) n 2.7-inch Wide, Hybrid LCD screen with touch panel n Wide Colour Viewfinder

DCR-DVD106E/109E

n DCR-DVD109E/106E n Carl Zeiss? Vario-Tessar? lens n 800K pixels Advanced HAD CCD n 40x Optical Zoom / 2000x Digital Zoom n Dolby Digital? 5.1ch Surround Recording (DVD109 only) n STAMINA up to 9 hours (with optional battery) n 2.5-inch LCD screen with touch panel

Handycam 2007 and

DCR-DVD106E, will be
DCR-DVD109E, available to
DCR-DVD306E, pre-order at
DCR-DVD406E and DCR-DVD506E will be available throughout Europe from February www.sonystyle-europe.com

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