These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Battery pack

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Notes on use

Your camcorder is supplied with two kinds of operations guides.
Operating Guide (This manual) First Step Guide for using your camcorder with the computer connected (stored on the supplied CD-ROM)
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Types of the disc you can use in your camcorder
You can use the following discs only.

Continued ,

Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued)
8cm DVD-RW 8cm DVD+RW 8cm DVD-R 8cm DVD+R DL Use the discs with marks listed below. See page 12 for details.
Memory Stick PRO compatible equipment. Do not attach a label or the like on a Memory Stick Duo or a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.
When using a Memory Stick Duo with Memory Stick compatible equipment
Be sure to insert the Memory Stick Duo into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.

Memory Stick Duo Adaptor

For reliability durability of recording / playback, we recommend that you use Sony discs or discs with an *(for VIDEO CAMERA) mark for your camcorder.

b Note

Using a disc other than above may cause the unsatisfactory recording/playback or you may not be able to remove the disc from your camcorder. * Depending on the place you bought, the disc has mark.

Make sure that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied.
AC Adaptor (1) (p. 20) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p. 20)
CD-ROM Handycam Application Software (1) (p. 78) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Mains lead (1) (p. 20)
A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 40, 52)

USB cable (1) (p. 53)

Wireless Remote Commander (DCRDVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E) (1) (p. 113)
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack

POWER switch

DC IN jack Jack cover Battery DC plug
Mains lead To the wall socket

CHG (charge) lamp

AC Adaptor
You can charge the InfoLITHIUM battery pack (H series) (p. 101) after attaching it to your camcorder.
You can use only "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack H series.
4 Connect the mains lead to the AC
Adaptor and the wall socket. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged.
1 Turn the POWER switch in the
direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (The default setting).
5 Disconnect the AC Adaptor from
the DC IN jack on your camcorder.
2 Attach the battery pack by sliding
it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the camcorder and the DC plug.
3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack of your camcorder. Open the jack cover, and connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor. Match the v mark on the DC plug with the v mark on your camcorder.
To remove the battery pack
Turn the POWER switch to OFF(CHG). Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack.
Remaining battery (approx.)
BATT (battery) release lever Recording capacity (approx.) b Notes
When you remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor, make sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 23) is turned off.

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.

[STEADYSHOT] may not reduce image blurring as desired when the power zoom lever is set to the T (Telephoto) side.
5.1ch sound is converted to 2ch when played back on your camcorder. is displayed on the screen during 5.1ch recording/playback.
Recording in dark places (NightShot plus)

Infrared port

Recording in mirror mode
Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( appears.)
The NightShot plus and Super NightShot plus functions use infrared light. Therefore, do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects, and remove the conversion lens (optional). Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 73) when it is hard to focus automatically. Do not use the NightShot plus and Super NightShot plus functions in bright places. This may cause a malfunction.
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2).
A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded. When recording in mirror mode, the images is not displayed in the viewfinder.
Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) (DCR-DVD306E/ DVD308E/DVD708E)
To record an image brighter, use Super NightShot plus function (p. 76). To record a movie more faithfully to the original colors, use Color Slow Shutter function (p. 76).
Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects

WIDE SELECT

To select the aspect ratio of the movies
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to display. To cancel the back light function, press BACK LIGHT again.
1 Turn the POWER switch until the (Movie) lamp turns on. 2 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to select the desired screen aspect ratio.
Differences in the angle of view between 16:9 (wide) and 4:3 vary depending on the zoom position. When you view the movie on a TV, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to your TV (16:9/4:3) (p. 40, 68). When viewing 16:9 (wide) pictures with [TV TYPE] set to [4:3], pictures may appear rough depending on subjects (p. 40).
To select the aspect ratio of the still images

When your TV is connected to a VCR
Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.), if the VCR has an input selector.
When you play back a picture recorded in 16:9 (wide) aspect ratio on a 4:3 TV not compatible with the 16:9 (wide) signal, set [TV TYPE] to [4:3].
When 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 video input jack and connect the white (left channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR.
You can display the counter on the TV screen by setting [DISP OUTPUT] to [V-OUT/PANEL] (p. 69).
If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin adaptor (EUROCONNECTOR)
Use a 21-pin adaptor (optional) to view playback picture.

TV/VCR

Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing)
Finalizing makes the recorded disc compatible for playback with other devices and DVD drives of computers. Before finalizing, you can select the style of the DVD menu which displays the image list (p. 45).
Whether finalizing is required depends on the type of disc.
DVD-RW/DVD-R/DVD+R DL require finalizing. DVD+RW do not require finalizing except in the following cases:
1 To create a DVD menu 2 To play back on a computer DVD drive 3 If the disc has a short total recording time (less than 5 min in HQ mode, 8 min in SP mode, or 15 min in LP mode) b Notes
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).

1 Touch the still image to be

printed.

The selected image is marked with Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch screen. to return to the previous
(OPTION), set the following options, then touch. [COPIES]: Set number of copies of a still image to be printed. You can set up to 20 copies. [DATE/TIME]: Select [DATE], [DAY&TIME], or [OFF] (no date/time printed). [SIZE]: Select the paper size. If you do not change the setting, go to step 3.
PictBridge is an industry standard established by the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA). You can print still images without using a computer by connecting a printer directly to a digital video camera or digital still camera, regardless of model or manufacturer. You can print a still image when viewing it using tab t [PRINT] on (OPTION).

3 Touch [EXEC] t [YES] t

The image selection screen appears again.

To finish printing

Touch on the image selection screen.
(MANAGE DISC/ MEMORY) category
This category enables you to use a disc or a Memory Stick Duo for various purposes.
Playing a disc on other devices
Finalizing a disc (p. 42) let you view movies recorded by your camcorder on other DVD devices. However, we do not guarantee proper playback on all devices. DVD+RW do not require finalization to be played back on other devices.
Do not use an 8 cm CD adaptor with an 8 cm DVD as it may cause a malfunction. Make sure that a vertically installed device is placed in a position such as that the disc can be placed horizontally. Some discs cannot be played back, may freeze for an instant between scenes. Some functions may be disabled on some devices.

FINALIZE

You can enable discs to be played on other devices by finalizing them (p. 42).

DISC SELECT GUIDE

Your camcorder advises you of the right disc for your purpose (p. 56).

FORMAT

You can format and use the disc again (p. 57).
Devices that support subtitles can display the recording date and time where the subtitles normally appear (p. 63). Refer to the instruction manual of your device. If you have created a DVD menu (p. 45), you can select the desired scene in the menu.
Playing a disc on a computer
You can play a disc on a computer if a DVD playback application is installed on the computer. Insert the finalized disc into the DVD drive on your computer, and play back the disc using a DVD playback application.

* To create the DVD menu on a DVD+RW, finalize the disc again (p. 42).

5 Touch [YES]. 6 Touch

displayed. when [Completed.] is
Use the AC Adaptor as the power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during formatting. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during formatting. When you use a double-sided disc, formatting is required on each side. You can format each side in the different recording format. In the case of DVD+RW , you cannot change the movie aspect ratio midway. Format the disc again to change the aspect ratio. You cannot format a disc that has been protected on other devices. Cancel the protection with the original device, and then format it.
1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the mains lead to the wall socket.
2 Turn on your camcorder. 3 Insert the disc that you want to
format into your camcorder.
When you use a DVD-RW while the Easy Handycam operation (p. 29) is set, the recording format is fixed to the VIDEO mode.
Deleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting) (Continued) Formatting the Memory Stick Duo
Formatting deletes all images on a Memory Stick Duo.
Recording additional scenes after finalizing
You can record additional movies on the finalized DVD-RWs/DVD+RWs after the following steps, if the disc has free space. When using the finalized DVD-RW (VR mode), you can record additional movies on the disc without an additional steps.
1 Turn on your camcorder. 2 Insert the "Memory Stick Duo"
that you want to format into your camcorder.
When using a DVD-RW (VIDEO mode)(Unfinalizing)

3 Touch

(MANAGE DISC/ MEMORY) t [ FORMAT]
2 Turn on your camcorder. 4 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 5 When [Completed.] appears,
3 Insert the finalized disc into your
(MANAGE DISC/ MEMORY) of the (HOME) t [UNFINALIZE].
Even the still images protected with another device against accidental deletion are also deleted. Do not attempt the following operations when [Executing.] is on the screen: To operate the POWER switch or buttons To remove the Memory Stick Duo

Records still images at the fine image quality level.
Allows for the maximum number of images to be recorded. b Notes
When the picture ratio is changed to 16:9, the image size is changed to [ 0.7M] ( ) (p. 36). You can only select the image size for still images.

STANDARD (

Records still images at the standard image quality level.

FILE NO. (File number)

B SERIES
Assigns file numbers in sequence even if the Memory Stick Duo is replaced with another one.
The image size of DCR-DVD106E/DVD108E/ DVD109E/DVD608E is set to [VGA (0.3M)]( ).
Number of still images recordable on a Memory Stick Duo (approx.)
1.0M 0.7M VGA (0.3M) 64MB 128MB 780 1970
Assigns file numbers for each Memory Stick Duo.

See page 62.

VIEW IMAGES SET
(Items to customize the display)
FLASH LEVEL (DCRDVD306E/DVD308E/ DVD708E)
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.

VOLUME

Touch (p. 38). / to adjust the volume

LCD COLOR

Customizing your camcorder You can adjust the color of the LCD screen with /.

Low intensity z Tips

A melody sounds when you start/stop recording, or operate the touch panel.

High intensity

Cancels the melody and shutter sound.

LCD BRIGHT

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
1 Adjust the brightness with 2 Touch. z Tips
VF B.LIGHT (Viewfinder brightness)
You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder. B NORMAL
Brightens the viewfinder 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. Continued ,
LCD BL LEVEL (LCD backlight level)
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screens backlight.
SOUND/DISP SET (Continued)

OUTPUT SETTINGS

(Items for when connecting other devices)

TV TYPE

You need to convert the signal depending on the TV connected when playing back the image. The recorded images are played back as following illustrations. 16:9 (Default setting for DCR-DVD306E/ DVD308E/DVD708E)
Select to view your images on a 16:9 (wide) TV. Wide (16:9) images 4:3 images
4:3 (Default setting for DCR-DVD106E/ DVD108E/DVD109E/DVD608E)
Select to view your images on a 4:3 standard TV. Wide (16:9) images 4:3 images

CLOCK/ LANG

(Items to set clock and language)

DISP OUTPUT

B LCD PANEL
Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder.

V-OUT/PANEL

Shows displays such as the time code on the TV screen, LCD screen, and in the viewfinder.
(HOME MENU) t page 60 (OPTION MENU) t page 71

CLOCK SET

See page 23.

AREA SET

Customizing your camcorder You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Set your local area using v/V when using your camcorder overseas. Refer to the world time difference on page 97.

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.
Playing back a disc on other devices
You cannot play back the disc, or the disc is not recognized.
Clean the disc using a soft cloth (p. 99). Finalize the disc (p. 42). A disc recorded in VR mode cannot be played back on a device that does not support VR mode. Check the compatibility in the instruction manual of the playback device.
Editing movies on the disc

Unable to edit.

Your disc may not be configured for editing data (p. 13). There are no images recorded on the disc. Unable to edit because of the condition of the image. You cannot edit an image protected on another device. You cannot copy or move the images between a disc and a Memory Stick Duo.
Scenes cannot be added in the Playlist.
The disc is full, or the added scenes exceed 999. Delete unnecessary scenes (p. 50). You cannot add still images in the Playlist.
is indicated on an image in the DVD menu.
Loading of the data may have failed when the disc was finalized. For the following discs, make the disc capable of additional recording (p. 58), then remake the DVD menu by finalizing the disc again (p. 45). The DVD menu may be displayed correctly. DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) DVD+RW
A movie cannot be divided.
A movie that is too short cannot be divided. A movie protected on another device cannot be divided.
A scene cannot be deleted. Playback freezes for an instant between the scenes.
The image may freeze for an instant between scenes depending on the device being used. This is not a malfunction. In case of a DVD+R DL, the image may freeze for an instant when the recording layer changes. This is not a malfunction. Your disc may not be configured for deleting data (p. 13). You cannot delete movie during the Easy Handycam operation. A scene protected on another device cannot be deleted.

1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). 2 Touch (SETTINGS) t [GENERAL SET] t [CALIBRATION].
3 Touch displayed on the screen with the corner of the Memory Stick Duo or the like. The position of changes. Touch [CANCEL] to cancel.
If you did not press the right spot, try the calibration again.
Do not use a sharp-pointed object for calibration. Doing so may damage the LCD screen. You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is rotated, or closed with the screen facing out.

LCD screen

Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause damage. If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a malfunction.

On handling the casing

If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth. Avoid the following to avoid damage to the finish: Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide and sunscreen. Handling the camcorder with above substances on your hands. Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time.
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

DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD-R HQ: Approx. 20 min SP: Approx. 30 min LP: Approx. 60 min DVD+R DL HQ: Approx. 35 min SP: Approx. 55 min LP: Approx. 110 min

Color temperature

[AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (K), [OUTDOOR] (K)

Minimum illumination

DCR-DVD106E/DVD108E/DVD109E/ DVD608E 3 lx (lux) (AUTO SLW SHUTTR ON, Shutter speed 1/25 second) 0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus function) DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E 4 lx (lux) (AUTO SLW SHUTTR ON, Shutter speed 1/25 second) 0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus function) * Exif is a file format for still images, established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Files in this format can have additional information such as your camcorders setting information at the time of recording. **In 16:9 mode, the focal length figures are actual figures resulting from wide angle pixel readout.
Electric viewfinder (color)

Image device

DCR-DVD106E/DVD108E/DVD109E/ DVD608E 3 mm (1/6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Gross: Approx. pixels Effective (Movie): Approx. pixels Effective (Still): Approx. pixels DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E 3mm (1/6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Gross: Approx. 000 pixels Effective (Movie,16:9) Approx. pixels Effective (Movie,4:3) Approx. pixels
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
54.130.5 mm (2 1/5/1/4 in.) (w h d) including the projecting parts with supplied battery pack NP-FH40 attached

Input/Output connectors

Audio/Video output
10 pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 (ohms) Audio signal: 327 mV (at Load impedance 47 k (kilohms)), Output impedance less than 2.2 k (kilohms)

Mass (Approx.)

DCR-DVD106E/DVD108E/DVD109E/ DVD608E 390 g (13 oz) main unit only 440 g (15 oz) including the NP-FH40 rechargeable battery pack and disc DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E 400 g (14 oz) main unit only 450 g (15 oz) including the NP-FH40 rechargeable battery pack and disc

USB jack

mini-B (DCR-DVD106E/DVD109E/DVD306E: output only)

Supplied accessories

See page 19.
REMOTE jack (DCR-DVD306E/ DVD308E/DVD708E)
Stereo mini-minijack ( 2.5 mm)

AC Adaptor AC-L200/L200B

Power requirements

AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz

Current consumption

0.35 - 0.18 A

N Tripod receptacle Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw. O BATT (battery) release lever (20)
* A Active Interface Shoe The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your accessory for details.
EInternal microphone (34) An Active Interface Shoe compatible microphone (optional) will take precedence when connected (DCRDVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E). F Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (5) G Remote sensor* Point the Remote Commander (p. 113) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. H Infrared port (62) I LENS COVER switch (25) J REMOTE jack* Connect other optional accessories. K A/V OUT jack (40, 52)
* DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E
The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then tighten the screw. To remove an accessory, loosen the screw, and then press down and pull out the accessory.
When you are recording movies with an external flash (optional) connected to the accessory shoe, turn off the power of the external flash to prevent charging noise being recorded. When an external microphone (optional) is connected, it takes precedence over the internal microphone (p. 34).
B ACCESS lamp (Disc) (26) C Disc cover OPEN switch (26) D Disc cover (26)
Identifying parts and controls (Continued)
A Memory Stick Duo slot (27) B LCD screen/touch panel (17, 25) C (HOME) button (17, 60) D Zoom buttons (34, 39) E START/STOP button (29, 33) F (VIEW IMAGES) button (30, 37) G EASY button (29) H BACK LIGHT button (35) I Speaker Playback sounds come out from the speaker. For how to adjust the volume, see page 38. J Access lamp (Memory Stick Duo) (27) K (USB) jack (53) (DCR-DVD106E/DVD109E/ DVD306E: output only)
M DISP/BATT INFO button (21) N WIDE SELECT button** (35)
L RESET button Initializes all the settings, including the setting of the date and time.
Remote Commander (DCR-DVD306E/ DVD308E/DVD708E)
button or an item with b / B / v / V, then press ENTER to enter.
Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander.

Insulation sheet

Point the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p. 111). When no commands have been sent from the Remote Commander in a certain period, the orange frame disappears. When you press any of b / B / v / V, or ENTER again, the frame appears at the position where it was displayed last. You cannot select some buttons on the LCD screen using b / B / v / V.

x MPEG

MPEG stands for Moving Picture Experts Group, the group of standards for the coding (image compression) of video (movie) and audio. There are MPEG1 and MPEG2 formats. Your camcorder records movies with SD (standard definition) image quality in MPEG2 format.

x Thumbnail

Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time. VISUAL INDEX and DVD MENU use a thumbnail display system.

x VIDEO mode

One of the recording formats you can select when using a DVD-RW. VIDEO mode provides excellent compatibility with other DVD devices.

Numeric

16:9..35, 68 16:9 WIDE..62 21-pin adaptor..41 4:3..35, 62, 68 5.1 ch surround recording..34 8cm DVD..10 Computer.. 78 Copyright.. 5, 109
FADER..76, 91 FILE NO. (File number). 64 Finalize.. 42 FIREWORKS.. 74 First Step Guide.78, 81, 82 FLASH LEVEL..65 FLASH MODE..77 FOCUS..73, 87 FORMAT Disc. 57 "Memory Stick Duo".58
DATA CODE.. 65 DATE/TIME.. 24, 65, 116 DC IN jack.. 20 DC plug.. 20 DELETE Disc. 46 "Memory Stick Duo". 47 DEMO MODE. 70 DIGITAL ZOOM. 63 Disc.. 26, 98 Disc cover OPEN switch.. 26 DISC INFO. 55 Disc remaining. 63 DISC SELECT GUIDE. 56 DISP OUTPUT.. 69 DISPLAY.. 66 Display indicators. 114 DIVIDE Original.. 48 Playlist. 51 Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator.. 34, 117 Double-sided disc. 98 Dubbing. 52 DVD drive.. 55 DVD menu.. 45 DVD-R.. 13 DVD-RW.. 13 DVD+R DL. 13 DVD+RW.. 13 D.EFFECT (Digital effect).. 77, 91
AC Adaptor.20 Active Interface Shoe.111 Additional recording.58 AREA SET..69 Aspect ratio..35, 40, 62 AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto slow shutter).63, 91 A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off)...70 A/V connecting cable..40, 52
GENERAL SET. 70 Glossary..117 Grip belt.. 32
HOME MENU..16, 60 CLOCK/LANG.69 GENERAL SET. 70 MOVIE SETTINGS. 62 OUTPUT SETTINGS. 68 PHOTO SETTINGS.. 64 SOUND/DISP SET. 67 VIEW IMAGES SET.65 HQ.. 62
BACK LIGHT.35, 87 Battery.20, 113 Battery Info..21 BEACH..75 BEEP.67 BLACK FADER.76 Button-type lithium battery..113 B&W.77
Icon. See Display indicators IMAGE SIZE.. 64 Indicators..116 INDOOR.. 75 InfoLITHIUM..101 Install.79 Insulation sheet.113
CALIBRATION..103 CAMERA DATA..65 CANDLE..74 CD-ROM..78 Charging time..21 CLOCK SET.23 CLOCK/LANG..69 COLOR SLOW SHTR (Color Slow Shutter).76, 91
Easy Handycam. 29 EDIT. 48 EXPOSURE. 74, 91

JPEG.. 99

LANDSCAPE..75 LANGUAGE SET.69 LCD backlight..25 LCD BL LEVEL (LCD back light level)..67, 88 LCD BRIGHT..67 LCD COLOR.67 Lens cover..25 LP..62
PAL.. 96 PASTEL. 77 PHOTO SETTINGS. 64 Pickup lens.. 104 PictBridge.. 53 Picture Motion Browser. 78 PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect).. 77, 91 Playback.. 30, 37 Playback zoom. 39 Playing time.. 22 Playlist Creating.. 49 Playback. 50 PORTRAIT. 75 Pre-installed rechargeable battery.. 105 Preparation.. 20 Print.. 53

INVESTIGATION REPORT Team 1
Investigation Site Investigation Date Report By Team Members Stevington, St Mary's and Pavenham, Church Lane 1st April 2011 Andrew Fazekas Andy F, Sarah

General

Ambient conditions: A mild night with no moonlight and a light breeze- the graveyard was very dark. Noises to be heard were the tinkling of the well and stream, and a few animal and bird noises. Ambient sounds: Wind, Animals
Vigil 1: North of Church 21:45 to 22:15
For the positions of the team members see the plan below. 21:45 Sarah felt a little bit edgy, but not as much as previous investigations. Lambs heard in the distance. 21:47 Andy hears a cow mooing 21:55 Sarahs camera switched off movie mode (records 10 minutes at a time), Sarah turned it back
Stevington Team 1 Report 01-04-2011.doc

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17/04/2011 17:55
Investigation Site Investigation Date Stevington, St Mary's and Pavenham, Church Lane 1st April 2011
on. Sarah heard tapping to her left. Sarah heard a scream which was probably some sort of animal cry. 22:03 Sarah hears the sound of a fast motorbike 22:05 Sarah heard animal scream again which made her start. Sarah turned her camera on again. Sarah also heard lots of ticks and taps in the grass 22:15 Sarah saw a white flash in the tree behind Andy
Vigil 2: East of Church 22.25 to 22.55
For the positions of the team members see the plan below. 22:40 Sarah saw a flash of light in the trees by the well area, which Sarah looked over to. Sarah saw torchlight on the ground faintly, but Sarah could see Andy clearly, and he did not have his torch on. 22:45 Sarah saw a movement in the trees behind Andy which silhouetted against the edge of the road to the church. Part of the light was blocked for a second as though someone had walked behind.

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22:48 Sarah saw a flash of light above a concrete slab opposite her, next to Andy. During the vigil Andy did not pick up anything paranormal.

Post-Investigation

Nothing unusual was found on Sarahs camera footage, although the scream has been clearly picked up. Andy has recorded a small while light that appears to the side of the church door (likely to be an insect) and also a face on a gravestone but this is more likely caused by the angle of the camera and the gravestone itself.

Equipment List

Andy Digital Camera: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 Digital Camcorder: Sony DCR-DVD306E Dictaphone: Sanyo TRC-525M EMF meter: K-II Digital Infrared Thermometer: IR-102 Notepad & pen, torch and watch Digital Camera: Sony DSC-H50 Video IR Light: Sony HVL-IRM Notepad & pen, torch and watch

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