Types of the disc you can use in your camcorder
You can use the following discs only. 8cm DVD-RW 8cm DVD+RW 8cm DVD-R 8cm DVD+R DL Use the discs with marks listed below. See page 14 for details.
For reliability durability of recording / playback, we recommend that you use Sony *(for discs or discs with an 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.
Types of Memory Stick you can use in your camcorder
You can use Memory Stick Duo marked with or (p. 101).
Memory Stick Duo (This size can be used with your camcorder.) Battery Viewfinder LCD screen
Memory Stick (You cannot use it in your camcorder.)
The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See About handling of your camcorder (p. 104). To prevent discs from being broken or recorded images from being lost, do not do the following when either of the respective lamps of the POWER switch (p. 25) or the access lamps (p. 28, 29) is on:
to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder. to apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder.
You cannot use any type of memory card except Memory Stick Duo. Memory Stick PRO and Memory Stick PRO Duo can be used only with 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

When connecting your camcorder to another device with a USB cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in the correct way. Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will damage the terminal and may result in a malfunction of your camcorder.
About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens
A menu item that is grayed out is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen and the

NP-FH70

NP-FH100
* Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming.
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-DVD308/DVD708). Bottom: Recording time when recording with the viewfinder while the LCD panel is closed.

Playing time

Battery pack LCD panel opened LCD panel closed

300 695

330 760
wall outlet 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 (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet 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].
[DST SET] or [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. 72).
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 67 for [DATA CODE]). Refer to page 99 for information concerning World time difference. If the buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly, adjust the LCD screen ([CALIBRATION], p. 105).

DISP/BATT INFO 2180 degrees (max.) Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it until the image becomes clear. z Tips
You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder backlight by selecting (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [VF B.LIGHT] on the HOME MENU (p. 69).
To turn off the LCD backlight to make the battery last longer (DCR-DVD308/DVD708)
Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until appears. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or you want to save battery power. The recorded image will not be affected by the setting. To turn on the LCD backlight, press and hold DISP/
Step 5: Inserting a disc or a Memory Stick Duo
A new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVDR, or DVD+R DL is required for recording (p. 14).
Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using a soft cloth (p.101).
1 Check that the power of your

camcorder is on.

Set the disc with the label side facing out when using a single-sided disc.
2 Turn the disc cover OPEN switch
in the direction of the arrow (OPEN B). [PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on the LCD screen. The disc cover slightly opens automatically.

Disc cover OPEN switch

4 Close the disc cover.
[DISC ACCESS] appears on the LCD screen. It may take some time for the camcorder to recognize the disc.

x DVD-RW/DVD+RW

A screen appears to ask whether you will use [DISC SELECT GUIDE]. Using [DISC SELECT GUIDE] lets you format the disc by following the guidance on the screen. If you do not want to use it, proceed to step 5.

Pickup lens

x DVD-R/DVD+R DL
You can start recording immediately after [DISC ACCESS] disappears from the LCD screen. You do not need to proceed to steps after step 5.
When the disc cover ACCESS lamp opens slightly, open (Disc) it further.
5 Touch the option that is right for

you on the screen.

x DVD-RW
3 Set the disc with the recording
side facing your camcorder, then press the center of the disc until it clicks.
Select the recording format, [VIDEO]. or [VR] (p. 14), then touch

x DVD+RW

Select the aspect ratio of the movie,. [16:9 WIDE] or [4:3], then touch

6 Touch [YES]. 7 Touch

Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam)
Easy Handycam operation makes nearly all settings automatic so that you can perform recording or playing back operation without detailed settings. It also makes screen font size larger for easy viewing.
Open the lens cover (p. 27)
If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), turn it while pressing the green button.
* DCR-DVD108/DVD608 ** DCR-DVD308/DVD708

Movies

Still Images

1 Turn the POWER

switch A until the (Movie) lamp turns on.
switch A until the (Still) lamp turns on.

2 Press EASY B.

appears on the LCD screen.
3 Press START/STOP C or D to

start recording*.

3 Press PHOTO E to record a still

image**.

[STBY]t[REC]
To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
Press PHOTO E lightly to adjust the focus.
FlashingtLights up Press PHOTO E fully to record the still image.
* Movies are recorded in the [SP] recording mode. ** Still images are recorded with the [FINE] quality on the "Memory Stick Duo."
Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam) (Continued)
Viewing recorded movies/still images
1 Turn the POWER switch A to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press
(VIEW IMAGES) F (or G). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some time to display the VISUAL INDEX screen.)
Returns to the recording screen

Disc type

Appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded (B for the still image).
Previous 6 images Next 6 images
Returns to the recording screen Displays the movies
Displays the still images

3 Start playing back.

Movies: Touch , then touch the movie you want to view.
Return (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Beginning of the scene/ previous scene Stop (go to the VISUAL INDEX screen)
Toggles Play or Pause as you touch Next scene

Reverse/ Forward

Still images: Touch , then touch the still image you want to view.
Return (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Slide show button (page 41)
Go to the VISUAL INDEX screen

Previous/Next

* [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 67). Recording/Playback
The screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen when the movies from the one you selected through the one at the end of the list are all played back. You can slow down the playback speed by touching during pause. You can adjust volume by selecting (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [SOUND SETTINGS] t [VOLUME], then with /.

Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation
You cannot use some buttons/functions during Easy Handycam operation since they are automatically set (p. 85). [Invalid during Easy Handycam operation.] may appear if operations not available during Easy Handycam operation are attempted.
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 44.
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. 60).
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.18, 62).
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 85. DVD-RW are formatted in VIDEO mode (p. 14). (OPTION) will not appear. Cancel Easy Handycam operation if you want to add effects to images or change settings.

Recording

DCR-DVD108/DVD608
POWER switch A (HOME) E PHOTO F
Open the Lens cover (p. 27)

(HOME) D

START/STOP C

(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 28, 29) 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.

4 Touch

(MANAGE DISC/ MEMORY) of the (HOME) menu t [FINALIZE].
To select a DVD menu style, touch (OPTION) t [DVD MENU] (p. 47). Go to step 5 if you want to finalize the disc using [STYLE1] (default setting).

DVD-R DVD+R DL

To select a DVD menu style
1 In step 4, touch [DVD MENU].

(OPTION) t

2 Select the desired style from 4 types of pattern with [T]/[t].
Select [NO MENU] if you do not create a DVD menu. 3 Touch
The DVD menu style is fixed to [STYLE1] during the Easy Handycam operation.
This category enables you to edit or print images on a disc or "Memory Stick Duo," or copy them onto your computer for viewing, editing or creating an original DVD.

Deleting images

You can delete the images recorded on a disc or a Memory Stick Duo using your camcorder. Insert a recorded disc or Memory Stick Duo into your camcorder.
You cannot retrieve the deleted images. You cannot delete movies during Easy Handycam operation. Cancel the Easy Handycam operation first.
You can select up to 100 images at once. You can delete images on the playback screen from [DELETE] under (OPTION) t tab.

Item list

DELETE
You can delete images on a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo" (p. 48).
Deleting the movies on the disc
You can edit the images on a disc or a Memory Stick Duo (p. 50).

PLAYLIST EDIT

You can create and edit a Playlist (p. 51).

1 Touch

(OTHERS) of the (HOME) menu t [DELETE].
You can print still images on a connected PictBridge printer (p. 55).

2 Touch [ 3 Touch [

delete.

DELETE].

COMPUTER
You can connect your camcorder to a computer (p. 80).
4 Touch the image that you want to
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
Deleting the still images in the Memory Stick Duo

5 Touch

t [YES] t
To delete all movies on the disc at one time
In step 3, touch [ DELETE ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t.
To delete the most recently recorded movie
4 Touch the still image that you

want to delete.

In step 3, touch [ LAST SCENE DEL] t t [YES] t.
Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing images. It may damage the disc. If the deleted movie is included in the Playlist (p. 51), the movie is deleted also from the Playlist. Even if you delete unnecessary images from the disc, the remaining disc capacity may not increase as much as you can make additional recording. To delete all images recorded in the disc and restore the original capacity of the disc, format the disc (page 59).
The selected still image is marked with. Press and hold the still image on the LCD screen to confirm the still image. Touch to return to the previous screen.

The images recorded by this camcorder and stored onto a disc are called "original."
To delete all still images on the Memory Stick Duo
You cannot delete still images in the following cases: "Memory Stick Duo" is write-protected.
Deleting images (Continued)

Dividing the image

write-protection is set to the still images by the other device.

b Notes z Tips

To delete all images recorded on the Memory Stick Duo, format the Memory Stick Duo (p. 60). You cannot divide movies during Easy Handycam operation. Cancel the Easy Handycam operation first.
(OTHERS) of the (HOME) menu t [EDIT].
2 Touch [DIVIDE]. 3 Touch the movie that you want to
divide. The selected movie starts playing.
at the point where you want to divide the movie into the scenes. The movie pauses.
Adjusts the dividing point more precisely after the dividing point has been selected with.
Returns to the beginning of the selected movie.
Play and pause toggles as you press.

Creating the Playlist

Movies cannot be restored once they are divided. Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing images. It may damage the disc. Even if the divided movie is included in the Playlist, the movie is not divided in the Playlist. A slight difference may occur from the point where you touch and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on about half-second increments.
A Playlist is a list showing thumbnails of the movies that you have selected. The original scenes are not changed even though you edit or delete the scenes in the Playlist. Make sure to insert the recorded disc into your camcorder.
You cannot add or edit movies during Easy Handycam operation. Cancel the Easy Handycam operation first.
(OTHERS) of the (HOME) menu t [PLAYLIST EDIT].

2 Touch [

3 Touch the scene that you want to

add to the Playlist.

The selected scene is marked with. Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen.
Creating the Playlist (Continued)
To add all the movies on the disc in the Playlist
In step 2, touch [ ADD ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t.
Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing the Playlist. It may damage the disc.

2 Touch [ERASE].

To erase all images at a time, touch [ERASE ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t.

DISC INFO

You can display the disc information.
Playing a disc on other devices (Continued)
Movies stored on a disc cannot be copied directly onto a computer to be played back or edited.
Finding the right disc (DISC SELECT GUIDE)
Select the option that is right for you on the screen, then you will be informed of the appropriate disc for your purposes.
For details on operations and procedures, see the First Step Guide on the supplied CD-ROM (p. 80).
(MANAGE DISC/ MEMORY) of the (HOME).
The volume label of the disc
The date when the disc was first used is recorded (the default setting is 0:00AM January 1, 2007).
<e.g.> When the disc was first used at 0:00 pm on January 1st 2007: 2007_01_01_00H00M_AM
2 Touch [DISC SELECT GUIDE]. 3 Touch the option that is right for

Volume label

When you answer all the questions, you will be informed of the right disc for you. If you insert the same type of disc as indicated in [DISC SELECT GUIDE], you can format it with your selected settings.
Images on discs are stored in the following folders: DVD-RW (VR mode) DVD_RTAV folder Other discs and modes VIDEO_TS folder
Deleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting)

Formatting the disc

(MANAGE DISC/ MEMORY) of the (HOME) t [ FORMAT].
Perform the following steps if your disc is DVD-RW or DVD+RW.
Formatting makes the recorded disc new and reusable by deleting all the data recorded on the disc. The recording capacity of the disc is recovered by formatting it. A DVD-R/DVD+R DL cannot be formatted. Replace it with a new disc.
Select [VIDEO] or [VR] for the recording format (p. 14), then touch.
Select the aspect ratio of the movie, [16:9 WIDE] or [4:3], then touch.
If you format a finalized disc
A DVD-RW (in VIDEO mode) returns to the unfinalized state. The disc must be finalized again to view its contents on other devices. In the case of a DVD-RW (VR mode)/ DVD+RW, formatting deletes all images on a finalized disc. One of the following icons, or , appears on the screen, but there is no need to finalize the disc again before playing the disc on other devices.*

REMOTE CTRL (Remote control) (DCR-DVD308/ DVD708)
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to use the supplied Remote Commander (p. 114).
Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from responding to a command sent by another VCR remote control unit.

CALIBRATION

See page 105.
Activating functions using the
The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. Various functions are displayed in the context of the operation.

OPTION MENU

When the item you want is not on the screen
Touch another tab. If you cannot find the item anywhere, the function does not work under the situation.
The tabs and items that appear on the screen depend on the recording/playback status of your camcorder at the time. Some items appear without a tab. The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation.
1 While using your camcorder,
touch (OPTION) on the screen.
2 Touch the desired item.
If you cannot find the desired item, touch another tab to change the page.
3 Change the setting, then touch

OPTION MENU (Continued)

Recording items on the OPTION MENU
See page 73 for setting operation.
Viewing items on the OPTION MENU

Items * Page

tab FOCUS SPOT FOCUS TELE MACRO EXPOSURE SPOT METER SCENE SELECTION WHITE BAL. COLOR SLOW SHTR S. NIGHTSHOT PLS tab FADER D.EFFECT PICT.EFFECT tab REC MODE MICREF LEVEL IMAGE SIZE** QUALITY SELF-TIMER FLASH MODE**

a a a 78 78

tab DELETE DELETE ALL tab DIVIDE ERASE ERASE ALL MOVE

a a a a a a 48 49

-- (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 52

* Items that are included also in the HOME MENU. ** DCR-DVD308/DVD708
* 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.

Installing the First Step Guide
1 Confirm that your camcorder is
not connected to the computer.

2 Turn on the computer.

Log on as Administrators for installation. Close all applications running on the computer before installing the software.
3 Place the supplied CD-ROM in the
disc drive of your computer. The installation screen appears.
If your computer has a Memory Stick slot, insert the Memory Stick Duo on which still images are recorded into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (optional), then insert it into the Memory Stick slot on your computer to copy still images to the computer. When using a Memory Stick PRO Duo and your computer is not compatible with it, connect your camcorder with the USB cable instead of using the Memory Stick slot on the computer.
If the screen does not appear
1 Click [Start], then click [My Computer]. (For Windows 2000, double-click [My Computer].) 2 Double-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)] (CD-ROM) (disc drive).*
* Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer. Continued ,
Installing the First Step Guide and software (Continued)
4 Click [FirstStepGuide]. 5 Select the desired language and
the model name of your camcorder from the pull-down menu.
4 Check your area and country/
region, then click [Next]. The software is set up for your selected country/region.
5 Read [License Agreement], select
[I accept the terms of the license agreement] when you agree, then click [Next].
6 Connect your camcorder to your 6 Click [FirstStepGuide(HTML)].
Installation starts. When [Save is complete] appears, click [OK] to finish the installation. computer via a USB cable, then click [Next] on the connection confirmation screen.
To install the First Step Guide in PDF
In step 6, click [FirstStepGuide(PDF)].
Even if a screen prompting you to restart your computer appears, you do not need to restart it at this time. Restart your computer after completing the installation.
To install the software Adobe Reader to display the PDF file
In step 6, click [Adobe(R) Reader(R)].

Installing the software

7 Follow the on-screen instructions
to install the software. Depending on the computer, you may need to install third party software (shown below). If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to install the required software.

Remaining disc space indicator is not displayed.
Set [ REMAINING] to [ON] to always display the remaining disc space indicator (p. 65).
Refer also to Discs/"Memory Stick Duo" (p. 87). Pressing START/STOP does not record movies on the disc.
The playback screen is displayed. Set your camcorder to recording standby (p. 35). Your camcorder is recording the scene you have just shot on the disc. The disc has run out of space. Use a new disc or format the disc (DVD-RW/DVD+RW only, p. 59). Or delete the unnecessary images (p. 48). When you are using one of the following discs after finalizing it, make the disc to be able to record additional scenes (p.60). Or use a new disc. DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) DVD+RW The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Moisture condensation has occurred with the disc. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour in a cool place (p. 105).
The indicators of the disc type and the recording format on the LCD screen are grayed out.
The disc may have been created other than your camcorder. You can play back with your camcorder, but you cannot record additional scenes.
You cannot operate functions using the Memory Stick Duo.
If you use a Memory Stick Duo formatted on a computer, format it again on your camcorder (p. 60).
You cannot delete or format the Memory Stick Duo.
The maximum number of images that you can delete on the index screen at one time is 100. You cannot delete still images that have write-protection set by another device.
You cannot record a still image.
The playback screen is displayed. Set your camcorder to recording standby (p. 35). The Memory Stick Duo has run out of space. Use a new Memory Stick Duo or format the Memory Stick Duo (p. 60). Or delete the unnecessary images (p. 49). You cannot record a still image on a disc on your camcorder.
Data file name is incorrect or flashing
The file may be corrupted. The file format may not be supported by your camcorder. Use the supported file format (p. 101).
The ACCESS lamp lights up even when you stop recording.
Your camcorder is recording the scene you have just shot on the disc.
The recording angle looks different (DCR-DVD308/DVD708).
The recording angle may look different depending on the mode of your camcorder. This is not a malfunction.
[STEADYSHOT] does not function.
Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 65). [STEADYSHOT] may not be able to compensate for excessive vibrations.
The actual recording time for movie is less than the expected approximate recording time of a disc.
Depending on an object, such as a fast moving object, the time available for recording may shorten (p. 14).

Clean the disc using a soft cloth (p. 101).
[S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] cannot be operated.
Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON (p. 37).
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. 102). Still images recorded on other devices may not be played back. This is not a malfunction (p. 102).
[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-DVD108/DVD608).
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. 40). Sound is not output when the LCD screen is closed. Open the LCD screen. When you record sound with [MICREF LEVEL] (p. 79) set to [LOW], the recorded sound may be difficult to hear.
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. 101). Finalize the disc (p. 44). 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.

Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander.

Insulation sheet

Point the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p. 112). 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.

A DATA CODE button (67)

Displays the date and time or camera setting data of the recorded images when you press this during playback.
To change the battery of the Remote Commander
1 While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with the + side facing up. 3 Insert the battery case back into the Remote Commander until it clicks.

B PHOTO button (31, 35)

The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still image.
C SCAN/SLOW buttons (32, 40) D. > (Previous/Next) buttons (32, 40) E PLAY button (32, 40) F STOP button (32, 40) G DISPLAY button (23) H Transmitter I START/STOP button (31, 35) J Power zoom buttons (36, 41) K PAUSE buttons (32, 40) L VISUAL INDEX button (32, 39)
Displays a VISUAL INDEX screen when you press this during playback.
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
M b / B / v / V / ENTER buttons
When you press any button on the VISUAL INDEX screen or Playlist, the orange frame appears on the LCD screen. Select a desired
Indicators displayed during recording/playback
Recording movies Recording still images
A Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP) (64) B HOME button (19, 62) C Remaining battery (approx.) (23) D Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) E Counter (hour/minute/second) F Disc type (14) G Recording format (14) Appears for DVD-RW only. H OPTION button (20, 73) I VIEW IMAGES button (32, 39) J 5.1ch surround recording (36)
K Quality ([FINE] / [STD]) (66) L Image size (66) M Appears while a still image is being saved. N Recording folder
As the number of still images recorded in Memory Stick Duo increases, new folders are automatically created to store them.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued)

Viewing movies

Viewing still images
A Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP) (64) B Return button C Remaining battery (approx.) (23) D Playback mode E Counter (hour/minute/second) F Disc type (14) G Previous/Next button (32, 40) H Scene number I OPTION button (20, 73) J Video operation buttons (32, 40) K 5.1ch surround recording (36)

DCR-DVD308

DVD Handycam Camcorder

PRELIM NEW

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Easily capture video directly to DVD with the DCR-DVD308. Record in crystal clarity and 5.1ch surround sound to DVD-R/-RW/+RW/+R DL (Dual Layer) discs. The Active Interface Shoe provides additional powered accessory options and you can transfer your video to your PC with the hi-speed USB 2.0 connection.
1.0 Megapixel Advanced HAD CCD Imager 1/6" Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD imager with 690K effective video pixels provides excellent detail and clarity, for exceptional digital video (up to 520 lines of resolution) and still image performance. Realize great looking digital still images with 1,000K effective pixels. Advanced HAD CCD Technology Enhanced CCD design allow more light to reach the imager which reduces video noise to improve signal-to-noise ratio by up to 6dB (2x better than a standard CCD). Particularly effective when shooting in dark situations. DVD Format Video Recording2 The DVD recording format delivers digital picture and sound quality comparable to that of MiniDV, but on DVD. Playback of the DVDs couldnt be simpler. After finalizing the disc in the camera, the disc plays back in compatible DVD Players, computers and even PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3 video game consoles. DVD-R/RW+ RW/+R DL (Dual Layer) The DCR-DVD308 is compatible with a variety of DVD formats allowing the ease of use and simplicity found in DVD Media. With DVD+RW media there is not a need to finalize the disc (minimum recording required). Simply remove the disc and insert the media into a compatible DVD PlayerCompatible4. 25X Optical/2000X Digital Zoom The optical zoom helps to bring the action up close from far away. In addition, the digital zoom interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms. Professional Quality Carl ZeissVarioTessarLens Carl Zeiss lens have an advanced optical multi-layer coating offering less glare and flare with increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation, and perfect renditions of subtle tones. DolbyDigital 5.1ch Recording The DCR-DVD308 will record in Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound with a built-in microphone. By recording in 5.1 channel surround sound you can experience your home movies with active sounds coming from all directions. Enjoy your personal home movies the way you experienced them while recording. 2.7" Hybrid SwivelScreen LCD Display (123K Pixels)Compatible7 Provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The 123K pixel LCD rotates up to 270-degrees for multiple viewing angles, providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The Hybrid LCD Screen provides accurate viewing in sunlight or bright light, virtually eliminating the "wash-out" common with traditional LCD screens. One Touch Wide Angle Shooting Easily switch between 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios for shooting with just the touch of a button. Memory Stick Duo Media Slot6 Capture still images up to 1152x864 resolution, directly onto Memory Stick Duo Media for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices. Visual Index Screen Shows thumbnail images of video clips and still images when playing back on your camcorder or DVD player, making your selection easier. Super SteadyShotPicture Stabilization System An advanced version of Sonys SteadyShot system that controls an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies, to achieve an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of video like some other image stabilization systems. Super NightShotPlus Infrared System An advanced version of Sonys NightShot Infrared system that allows users to record natural color images in low-light conditions, but without the blurring common with other low-light recording systems. Active Interface Shoe Conveniently gives you the option of adding accessories such as lights, flashes and microphones to the camera, which can communicate with the camera and also draw power from the camera. USB 2.0 Interface3 USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to connect your DVD Handycam camcorder to computers for fast transfer of video and still images to your computer for editing. The camcorder can also be used as an external DVD burner, convenient for making copies of your DVDs or burning edited movies. InfoLithiumBattery with AccuPower Meter System Charge the battery at any time because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries Sonys rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening "memory effect". Sonys exclusive AccuPower meter displays the approximate battery time remaining in minutes, in the viewfinder or the LCD screen. ADDITIONAL FEATURES Progressive Shutter System Scene Selection Modes Fader Effects Picture Effects Multi Lanugage Menu

Specifications

General
Imaging Device: 1/6" Advanced HAD CCD Pixel Gross: 1070K Recording Media: 3" (8cm) DVD (DVD-R/DVDRW/DVD+RW/DVD+R DL)5 Recording and Playback Times: Single Layer - HQ: 20 min., SP: 30 min., LP 60 min. Dual Layer - HQ: 35 min., SP: 55 min., LP 110 min. Video Actual: 670K Pixels (16:9), 690K Pixels (4:3) Still Actual: 750K Pixels (16:9), 1000K Pixels (4:3)

Optics/Lens

35mm Equivalent: 41-1189mm (16:9 Camera Mode), 43-1075mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 39-975mm (16:9 Memory Mode), 36-900mm (4:3 Memory Mode) Aperture: f1.8 - 3.2 Exposure: Touch Panel (28 steps) Filter Diameter: 30mm Focal Distance: 2.5 - 62.5mm; Telemacro Mode 380mm Focus: Full Range Auto, Manual (Touch Panel) Progressive Shutter Mode: Yes Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/4-1/4000 (Scene Selection Mode) Optical Zoom: 25X Digital Zoom: 2000X

Convenience

USB Streaming: N/A SteadyShot Image Stabilization: Yes ( Super; Electronic) Accessory Shoe: Active Interface Shoe White Balance: Auto, Indoor, One-push, Outdoor Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 4GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function. Still Image Mode(s): JPEG Minimum Illumination: 4 Lux (0 Lux with Super NightShot Plus Infrared System) Low Light Capability: Super NightShot Plus
Power Consumption: 2.9W/3.2W (VF/LCD) Battery Type: InfoLithium with AccuPower Meter System (NP-FH40) Power Requirements: 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty: 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Software

Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browser v. 2.0

Convenience Features

Easy Operation: Yes Fader Effects: Black, White Multiple Language Display: Yes Remote Control: Yes Slide Show Mode: Yes Titling: N/A Light/Flash: N/A Scene Mode(s): Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Snow, Sports, Spotlight, Sunrise & Sunset and Twilight Picture Effect(s): Monotone, Pastel, Sepia Digital Picture Effect(s): Old Movie PictBridge Compatible: Yes
Video Recording System: DVD-Video/DVD-VR Video Signal System: NTSC color, EIA standards Analog-to-Digital Converter: N/A Format(s) Supported: MPEG2 (SD)

Dimensions

Weight: 16 oz. (450g) with DVD Media and supplied battery Measurements: 2 1/4" x 3 5/8" x 51/4" (54.5 x 89 x 130.5mm)

Inputs and Outputs

Analog Audio/Video Input(s): N/A Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (Multi A/V) Digital Audio/Video Input(s): Yes (via USB) Digital Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (via USB) USB Port(s): Yes (2.0 compliant)3 Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): N/A Headphone Jack: N/A Microphone Input: Yes (thru Active Interface Shoe) Remote Jack: Yes (Mini Plug) S-Video Input(s): N/A S-Video Output(s): Yes (optional accessory)

Supplied Accessories

Power Adaptor/In Camera Charger (AC-L200) InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery (NP-FH40) Wireless Remote Commander Remote Control (RMT835) A/V Cable USB Cable Enjoy Handycam Video
1. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions. Designed for use with compatible Sony InfoLithium batteries. 2. Playback on all home DVD players, computer DVD drives, and PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3 consoles cannot be guaranteed. Some players, drives, and video game consoles lack the ability to read due to the optical reflection standard of DVD-R/RW discs and/or due to encoding incompatibilities. Refer to the specifications of your playback equipment for additional compatibility information. 3. Not all products with a USB 2.0 connector may communicate with each other due to chipset variations. 4. Recording time may vary depending upon the types of images and amount of movement you are shooting. 5. Use of Sony DVD-R/-RW/ RW/ R DL Media recommended. For third party media, confirm compatibility with manufacturer. 6. Available storage capacity of Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO media may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions. Actual available memory in MBs is: 8=7.5, 16=15, 32=30, 64=61, 128=123, 256=220, 512=460, 1GB=940, 2GB=1.85GB, 4GB=3.66GB. 7. Viewable area measured diagonally. 2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, AccuPower, Advanced HAD, Handycam, InfoLithium, like.no.other, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, NightShot, Remote Commander, SteadyShot and SwivelScreenare trademarks of Sony. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. PlayStation is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment of America.Carl Zeiss and Vario-Tessar are trademarks of Carl Zeiss. Dolby Digital is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary. Screen Images Simulated

Optional Accessories

High Grade A/V Cable with S-Video (VMC-30FS) Wireless Bluetooth Microphone with Center Channel Capability (ECM-HW1) UPC Code: 027242701755

Hardware

LCD: 2.7" (123K Pixels) Wide (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel LCD Display7 Lens Type: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Viewfinder: Wide (16:9) Color (123K Pixels) Docking Station: N/A Microphone: Yes (Built-in, 5.1ch)
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Last Updated: 12/19/2006