SONY50036_DSRPD170

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NTSC/PAL

3CCD Digital Camcorder

DSR-PD170 DSR-PD170P

F o r P r o f e s s i o n a l R e s u l t s

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DVCAM FEATURES

Camera Features

The Professional Picture Quality You Demand

3CCD Camera System

The DSR-PD170 incorporates three 1/3-inch type CCDs, each with 380,000 pixels, and the DSR-PD170P incorporates three 1/3-inch type CCDs, each with 450,000 pixels. The 1/3-inch size CCDs contribute to the high sensitivity and high signal-to-noise ratio. These CCDs are capable of interlace scan to acquire moving images and progressive*2 scan to capture still images.
*2 Moving images cannot be acquired in the progressive scan mode.
Optical Super SteadyShot System
The DSR-PD170 employs the Super SteadyShot system, in which horizontal and vertical movements are detected independently by the sensors. The prism system located behind the lens adjusts and optically compensates for unsteady camera handling, while maintaining image quality.
Large 180,000-dot LCD Precision Black & White Viewfinder
The 0.44-inch*4 type black and white LCD viewfinder provides 500 lines of horizontal resolution. In addition, a large-sized eyecup is used, and the window size of the magnifier has also been enlarged. This allows easier focusing and more comfortable use of the viewfinder.
*4 Viewable area, measured diagonally

Advanced HAD Technology

Advanced HAD technology reduces fixed pattern noise and vertical smear, thus allowing the camera to achieve a high sensitivity and excellent signal to noise ratio.

Low Light Shooting

The minimum illumination has been improved from 2lx for the DSR-PD150/PD150P to 1lx thanks to the use of an enhanced noisereduction process.
16:9 Widescreen Acquisition Mode
The DSR-PD170 is capable of widescreen 16:9 acquisition image capturing (video only), producing true 16:9 images. This is different from the letterboxing view commonly used in many equivalent models.

Optical 12x Zoom Lens

The optical 12x zoom lens*3 allows the DSR-PD170 to maintain picture quality even at high zoom ratios.
*3 Digital zoom of 24x or 48x can also be achieved by the proper menu selection.

Recorder Features

High-Quality Digital Recording for Professionals
DVCAM/DV Selectable Recording
The DSR-PD170 adopts the DVCAM format, which uses 8-bit digital component recording with a 5:1 compression ratio and a sampling rate of 4:1:1 (for 525/60) or 4:2:0 (for 625/50). The unique compression algorithm provides excellent picture quality and superb multigeneration dubbing performance. An audio lock mode synchronizes the audio to the video for professional editing results. Should a longer record time be required, the DSR-PD170 is also capable of recording and playing back DV format signals (SP mode only)*5.
*5 The transition from cut to cut may not be smooth between scenes where the recording format is changed from DV to DVCAM, or vice versa. This is a normal and expected phenomenon. Audio Dub mode is NOT possible when recorded in DV (SP) format.
external audio source. The input level can be selected from Mic/Line/ Mic Attenuator positions. 48 V microphone power can be supplied. INPUT 1 audio can be recorded on CH1 only, or both CH1 and CH2 audio tracks (selected by switch). One directional microphone is supplied.
16-bit/12-bit PCM Digital Sound and Audio Dub Capability

The DSR-PD170 records two channels of audio with the 48 kHz/16-bit or 32 kHz/12-bit mode. On a pre-recorded tape with two channels recorded in the 32 kHz/12-bit mode, it can dub an additional two channels through the external microphone input (XLR connectors or RCA pin jacks, DVCAM recorded tape only).
2 Ch. XLR Audio Input and Supplied Directional Microphone
The DSR-PD170 provides two XLR audio input connectors for connecting professional microphones or for feeding an
Additional Recorder Features
16:9 recording mode Interval recording function

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Operational Features

Advanced Features for Professional Results
Newly Developed Hybrid LCD Monitor with a High Resolution of more than 210,000 Pixels
The DSR-PD170 has a high-resolution color LCD monitor for viewing the recorded picture, or checking the playback picture on location. With its large screen, it is also helpful in setting menus or the audio recording level, as well as monitoring the camera and audio status while mounted on a tripod. The hybrid LCD monitor combines the characteristics of both transmissive and reflective LCD panels. The transmissive LCD panel is suited for dark conditions such as in the studio, while the reflective LCD panel provides clear viewing in bright conditions such as under strong sunlight.
On-handle Zoom Lever and Rec. Start/Stop Button
In order to facilitate zoom control and recording operation during low-angle shooting, an additional zoom lever and a rec. start/stop button have been added to the carrying handle. Zoom speed can be selected from H (faster), L (slower) or OFF via the three-position slide switch located on the side of the handle.

Long Operating Time

Combined with the optional NP-F970 InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack, the DSR-PD170 can continuously operate in record mode for up to ten hours. By attaching the battery and connecting the camcorder to the supplied AD-L15 AC Adaptor, the camcorder will start charging the battery. Battery Life

Continuous Recording Time*6 NP-F570 (supplied) NP-F750 (optional) NP-F770 (optional) NP-F960 (optional) NP-F970 (optional) With LCD viewfinder on 195 min. 265 min. 400 min. 480 min. 600 min. With LCD monitor on 165 min. 230 min. 345 min. 420 min. 515 min. With LCD viewfinder and LCD monitor on 155 min. 215 min. 325 min. 395 min. 485 min.
*6 Continuous recording time, indoors at 25C.

Manual Functions

Comparison of images displayed on the LCD monitors of the DSR-PD150 on the left and DSR-PD170 on the right
In order to provide the flexibility required in professional applications, the DSR-PD170 allows a variety of its functions to be manually adjusted.
Zoom Focus Iris (with smoother and more sensitive iris control) Shutter speed Gain AE (Auto Exposure) Shift White Balance Custom Preset (Color Level, Sharpness, White Balance Shift, AGC Limit) ND Filters (1/4 and 1/32) Spotlight Button Backlight Button Digital Effects (Still, Flash Motion, Luminance Key, Trail, Old Movie) Audio Recording Level (Separate or Linked adjustment of CH1 and CH2) Zebra Patterns (100% or 70%) Guide Frame (Vertical and Horizontal alignment of the subject to guide frame)
Simultaneous Operation of LCD Monitor and Viewfinder
The LCD monitor and viewfinder can be used simultaneously. This allows an operator to perform focus adjustments on the subject with the black and white LCD viewfinder, while adjusting the color balance with the LCD monitor.

Large-sized Handle

The top height of the handle is about 10 mm higher than that of the DSR-PD150/PD150P. The handle design has also been enhanced for a better and easier grip.

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DVCAM FEATURES / SPECIFICATIONS

Index Marking

When a Cassette Memory-equipped DVCAM/DV tape is used, an Index can be marked while recording with the camera or recording from an external video source. This function allows quick access to the marked tape position in subsequent operations.
Digital Still Camera Functions with Memory Stick Media
The Memory Photo function allows the camera to be switched to progressive scan mode for capturing still images. VGA-sized files are recorded on the Memory Stick media. The Memory Mix function can combine the still images stored on Memory Stick media with camera video images.

Time Code Preset

The time code can be preset using any number in H/M/S/F (hours/minutes/seconds/frames), for accurate tape-position information. The time-code mode can be selected between rec-run or free run. User bits can also be set.
Supplied Lens Hood with Built-in Lens Cap
This lens hood incorporates a lens cap that can be opened or closed by using a lever located on the side of the hood.

Title Function

When using a Cassette Memory-equipped tape, titles can be set and stored in the Cassette Memory for superimposition during playback. This information is not burnt into the video signal, but is overlaid only during the playback.
Supplied Wide Conversion Lens and Additional Lens Hood
The high performance VCL-HG0758 Wide Conversion Lens and its associated lens hood, LSF-S58 Lens Hood are bundled with the DSR-PD170. The LSF-S58 can serve as a lens hood even when the Wide Conversion Lens is not in use.
The DSR-PD170 provides five fading modes: Black Fade (IN/OUT), Monotone Fade (fade from Black & White to color), Overlap (last image becomes a still image and overlaps into the new scene), Wipe and Dot.

Other Functions

Date Stamping Superimpose date onto image, selected by menu. AV to DV Out Convert analog input signals to DV signals.
DSR-PD170/PD170P Specifications
Lens Focus Imaging Device 12:1 Variable Speed (1.2 - 22 sec.) zoom lens (48x digital zoom) f=6.0 to 72.0 mm; F1.6 to 2.4; Filter Diameter 58 mm Auto/Manual (ring)/Infinity/One push auto Three 1/3-inch type CCDs Gross 380,000 pixels/effective 340,000 pixels (NTSC) Gross 450,000 pixels/effective 400,000 pixels (PAL) Progressive/Interlace Scan Auto/One-push/Outdoor (5800 K)/Indoor (3200 K) 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/90, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/725, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/6000, 1/10000 second (NTSC) 1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/215, 1/300, 1/425, 1/600, 1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1750, 1/2500, 1/3500, 1/6000, 1/10000 second (PAL) Auto/Manual 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 dB 1 lx with F1.6 at 18 dB gain 530 TV lines 180,000 dot Black & White LCD Horizontal Resolution: 500 TV lines 48 kHz/16-bit, 32 kHz/12-bit 48 kHz/16-bit, 32 kHz/12-bit, 32 kHz/16-bit, 44.1 kHz/16-bit Dynamic Speaker, 20 mm Hybrid, 2.5-inch, 211, 200 dots (960 x 220) Approx. 28.2 mm/sec (DVCAM mode) Approx. 18.8 mm/sec (DV SP mode) 40 minutes (DVCAM mode) 60 minutes (DV SP mode) EIA Standard, NTSC color system (DSR-PD170) CCIR Standard, PAL color system (DSR-PD170P) RCA pin x 1 Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p 75 unbalanced, sync negative Audio IN/OUT RCA pin x mV Output impedance with less than 2.2 k Input impedance with more than 47 k S-Video IN/OUT Mini-Din 4-pin x 1 Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 , unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p (NTSC), 0.3 Vp-p (PAL) Audio IN XLR 3-pin female x 2, 327 mV, -60 dBu, 3 k, +4 dBu, 10 k (0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms) i.LINK *7 (DV IN/OUT) 4-pin x 1 LANC Stereo mini jack (2.5 mm) x 1 Headphone Stereo mini jack (3.5 mm) x 1 External DC IN 8.4 V for AC-L15 AC adaptor Operating Temperature 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C) Storage Temperature -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) Power Requirements DC 7.2 V (Battery), DC 8.4 V (AC adaptor) Power Consumption Rec. with LCD viewfinder only: 4.7 W Rec. with LCD monitor only: 5.4 W Rec. with LCD viewfinder and LCD monitor: 5.7 W Playback on LCD: 4.1 W Dimensions (W x H x D) 4 3/4 x 7 1/8 x 15 1/2 inches (118 x 180 x 393 mm) (camcorder only) 5 1/4 x 7 1/8 x 18 inches (133 x 180 x 456 mm) including microphone Weight Approx. 3 lb 6 oz (1.6 kg) (camcorder only) Supplied Accessories AC-L15 AC Adaptor ECM-NV1 Electret Condenser Microphone NP-F570 InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack VCL-HG0758 Wide Conversion Lens LSF-S58 Lens Hood for Wide Conversion Lens and Hood Cap Lens Hood with Built-in Lens Cap RMT-811 Remote Commander and R6 Batteries (x2) Carrying Belt i.LINK Cable Strap Stereo AV Cable

*7 i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. All products with an i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the documentation that comes with any device having an i.LINK connector for information on compatibility operating conditions and proper connection. For information on any device having an i.LINK connection contact nearest Sony office.

Connectors Video IN/OUT

White Balance Shutter Speed
Exposure Gain Minimum Illumination Horizontal Resolution Viewfinder Audio Signal Built-in Speaker LCD Tape Speed Maximum Recording Time Video Signal Rec. Playback

7 1/8 (18)

4 3/4 (11) 5 1/4 (133)

15 1/2 (393) 18 (456)

Unit: inches (mm)

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INTRODUCTION

A to the

handy addition

DVCAM camcorder family

DSR-PD170

The DSR-PD170*1 is a 1/3-inch type 3CCD Digital Camcorder that uses the DVCAM format. Like its predecessor, the market acclaimed DSR-PD150/PD150P, the DSR-PD170 addresses a broad spectrum of applications - from video journalism, wedding and event videography, corporate and training productions, up to broadcast newsgathering - areas where picture quality, reliability, and mobility are prime concerns. In addition to inheriting all the attractive features of the DSR-PD150/PD150P, the DSR-PD170 offers a range of enhancements for further improved audio and video quality and operability, and adds new accessories to meet even more diverse shooting scenarios. The DSR-PD170 is designed to become a handy tool for professional shooting in a wide range of applications.
*1 Two models of the DSR-PD170 are available: the DSR-PD170 for NTSC and the DSR-PD170P for PAL.

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Optional Accessories

Some of the following accessories may not be available in certain countries. For details, please contact your nearest Sony office.

2NP-F970

InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack

AC-V700A

AC Adaptor/Charger

VCL-HG1758

Tele Conversion Lens 1.7x

LC-PD170TH

Hard Carrying Case for DSR-PD170/PD170P

LC-PD150BP

Soft Carrying Case for DSR-PD170/PD170P
VMC-IL4408A/IL4415/IL4435 (4-pin to 4-pin, 0.8 m/1.5 m/3.5 m)

i.LINK Cable

VMC-IL4615/IL4635 (4-pin to 6-pin, 1.5 m/3.5 m)

MSH-32/64/128/128S2

IC Recording Media Memory Stick

UWP-C1

UHF Synthesized Wireless Microphone Package

ECM-670/672/678

Electret Condenser Microphone (CAC-12 Camera Microphone Holder is required)

PDVM-12ME/22ME/32ME/40ME

Digital Videocassette (Mini size)

PDVM-12N/22N/32N/40N

Digital Videocassette (Non-IC type/Mini size)

PDVM-32MEM/40MEM

Digital Videocassette (Master tape/Mini size)

PDVM-12CL

Cleaning Cassette Tape (Mini size)
Sony Electronics Inc. 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656 www.sony.com/professional
2005 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. All non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. Sony, Advanced HAD, DVCAM, i.LINK, InfoLITHIUM, Memory Stick, and SteadyShot are trademarks of Sony.

V-2194-A MK10072V2

Printed in U.S.A. 3/05

Using this manual Note on TV color systems
TV color systems differ from country to country. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.

Getting started

Copyright precautions
Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.
Precautions on camcorder care
The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using high-precision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, green or white) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder. These points occur normally in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way. Effective ratio of pixels is 99.99% or more. Do not let your camcorder get wet. Keep your camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder get wet may cause your camcorder to malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a]. Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60 C (140 F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. Do not place your camcorder so as to point the viewfinder or the LCD screen or lens toward the sun. The inside of the viewfinder, LCD screen, or lens may be damaged [c]. [a] [b] [c]
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, video tape, etc.
Checking supplied accessories
Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 3
1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 167) 2 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 11) 3 NP-F330 battery pack (1) (p. 10, 11) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 168) 5 Memory Stick Reader/Writer (1), USB cable (1), Driver software (CD-ROM) (1) 6 Memory Stick (1) (p. 113)
7 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 31, 72) 8 Hood cap (1) (p. 16) 9 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 165) 0 Application software: PictureGear 4.1Lite (CD-ROM) (1) (p. 131) qa Lens hood (1) (p. 163) qs Eyecup (large) (1) (p. 20) qd Microphone (1) (p. 9), Wind screen (1) (p. 9) qf Operating instructions (2)
Step 1 Installing the microphone
Install the supplied microphone. Be sure to connect the microphone plug to the INPUT1 connector.
(1) Attach the wind screen to the microphone. (2) Loosen the microphone holder screw and open the cover. (3) Place the microphone into the holder with the model name (ECM-NV1) facing upward, close the cover, and tighten the screw. (4) Connect the plug of the microphone to the INPUT 1 connector. (5) Set the INPUT LEVEL selector to MIC or MIC ATT. When set to MIC ATT, you can reduce the volume by about 20 dB. And set the +48 V switch to ON. (6) Select the channel to be used, using the REC CH SELECT switch. When recording only on the channel 1, set it to CH1, and when recording both on the channels 1 and 2, set it to CH1CH2.

Playing back a tape Various playback modes
To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR.
To view a still picture (playback pause)
Press X during playback. To resume normal playback, press N or X.

To advance the tape

Press M in stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N.

To rewind the tape

Press m in stop mode. To resume normal playback, press N.
To change the playback direction
Press on the Remote Commander during playback to reverse the playback direction. To resume normal playback, press N.
To locate a scene monitoring the picture (picture search)
Keep pressing m or M during playback. To resume normal playback, release the button.
To monitor the picture at high-speed while advancing or rewinding the tape (skip scan)
Keep pressing m while rewinding or M while advancing the tape. To resume rewinding or advancing, release the button.
To view the picture at slow speed (slow playback)
Press y during playback. For slow playback in the reverse direction, press Remote Commander, then press y. To resume normal playback, press N. on the
To view the picture at double speed
Press 2 on the Remote Commander during playback. For double speed playback in the reverse direction, press , then press 2 on the Remote Commander. To resume normal playback, press N.
To view the picture frame-by-frame
Press C on the Remote Commander in playback pause mode. For frame-by-frame playback in the reverse direction, press c. To resume normal playback, press N.
To search the last scene recorded (END SEARCH)
Press END SEARCH in stop mode. The last five seconds of the recorded portion plays back and stops. In various playback modes Sound is muted. The previous picture may remain as a mosaic image during playback. When the playback pause mode lasts for five minutes Your camcorder automatically enters the stop mode. To resume playback, press N. Slow playback Slow playback can be performed smoothly on your camcorder: however, this function does not work for a signal output through the DV IN/OUT jack. When you play back a tape in reverse Horizontal noise may appear at the center, or the top and bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction.
Note on DV-formatted tapes You can play back DV-formatted tapes on this camcorder if the tape is recorded in SP mode. DV SP appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder during playback. You cannot play back DV-formatted tapes recorded in LP mode. If you insert the cassette recorded in a PAL system The camcorder automatically identify the system, and playback starts. You can only view the picture only on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder of your camcorder. (Quasi PAL playback)

To cancel the fader function
Press FADER until the indicator disappears. Note You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function, and vice versa: Digital effect Tape Photo recording Interval recording Cut recording When the OVERLAP, WIPE, or DOT indicator appears Your camcorder automatically stores the image recorded on a tape. As the image is being stored, the fader indicator flashes fast, and the playback picture appears.
Using special effects Digital effect
You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can record still images successively at constant intervals. LUMI. (LUMINANCEKEY) You can swap a brighter area in a still image with a moving picture. TRAIL You can record the picture so that an incidental image like a trail is left. OLD MOVIE You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. The black bands appear on the upper and lower of the screen to change the virtual screen size to the cinemascope size, and the picture effect is set to SEPIA. Still image STILL Moving picture

Still image LUMI.

Moving picture
(1) In standby or recording mode, press DIGITAL EFFECT. The digital effect indicator appears. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired digital effect mode. The digital effect indicator changes as follows: STILL y FLASH y LUMI. y TRAIL y OLD MOVIE (3) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The indicator lights up and the bar appears. In STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the effect.
Items to be adjusted STILL FLASH LUMI. TRAIL OLD MOVIE The rate of the still image you want to superimpose on the moving picture The interval of flash motion The color scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture The time until the incidental image vanishes No adjustment necessary
The longer the bar on the screen, the stronger the digital effect. The bar appears in the following modes: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.

DIGITAL EFFECT

To cancel the digital effect
Press DIGITAL EFFECT. The digital effect indicator disappears.
Notes The following functions do not work in digital effect mode: Fader Tape Photo recording Shutter speed (1/30 or smaller) adjustment The following functions do not work in old movie mode: Wide mode Spot light mode Shutter speed adjustment When you turn the power off The digital effect will be automatically canceled.
Shooting with manual adjustment
Under normal conditions, this unit automatically makes various adjustments as it shoots. However, you can adjust the following functions manually to suit your preference. Functions you can adjust by setting the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position Iris, gain, shutter speed, and white balance Functions you can adjust in menu settings Deactivating the SteadyShot Functions you can adjust by using other selectors/rings ND filter, zebra pattern, focus, AE shift, and zoom The following describes how to adjust all the functions mentioned above except white balance (p. 50), focus (p. 58), and zoom (p. 21). AUTO LOCK selector Set the selector as shown below to maintain or release the settings of the functions.

Presetting the adjustment for picture quality Custom preset
You can preset the camcorder to record the picture with the desired picture quality. When presetting, adjust the picture by shooting a subject and checking the picture displayed on a TV using the menu settings.
(1) Press CUSTOM PRESET to display the CUSTOM PRESET menu in standby or memory mode. (2) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET, then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select the desired item, then press the dial. (6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to adjust the selected item, then press the dial. (7) Press CUSTOM PRESET. appears on the The CUSTOM PRESET menu disappears and the indicator LCD screen or in the viewfinder.

CUSTOM PRESET

CUSTOM PRESET SET OFF COLOR LVL SHARPNESS WB SH I FT AGC LIMIT OFF RESET
CUSTOM PRESET OFF SET COLOR LVL SHARPNESS WB SH I FT AGC LIMIT RESET RETURN

[CP] : END

CUSTOM PRESET OFF SET ON COLOR LVL [CP] : END SHARPNESS WB SH I FT AGC LIMIT RESET RETURN
CUSTOM PRESET ON SET COLOR LVL [CP] : END SHARPNESS WB SH I FT AGC LIMIT RESET RETURN
CUSTOM PRESET SET COLOR LVL SHARPNESS WB SH I FT AGC LIMIT RESET RETURN CUSTOM PRESET COLOR LVL [CP] : END
Presetting the adjustment for picture quality
Items to be adjusted Item COLOR LVL SHARPNESS WB SHIFT AGC LIMIT RESET Meaning Color intensity Sharpness White balance Auto Gain-limit Sets items above to the default settings. Adjustment value Decreases color intensity y Increases color intensity Softer y Sharper Bluish y Reddish 6 dB/12 dB/OFF
To cancel using the custom preset
Select OFF in step 4, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
To return to the standard setting
Select OK from the RESET item in step 5, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. To cancel, select RETURN, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
To check the custom preset setting

Searching for a photo Photo search/ Photo scan
You can search for a still picture you have recorded on a tape (photo search). You can also search for still pictures one after another and display each picture for five seconds automatically regardless of cassette memory (photo scan). Use the Remote Commander for these operations. Use this function to check or edit still pictures.
Searching for a photo using cassette memory
(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Set CM SEARCH in to ON in the menu settings (p. 104). Default setting is ON. (3) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the photo search indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows: INDEX SEARCH t TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t no indicator (4) Press. or > on the Remote Commander to select the date for playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo having the date that you selected.

PHOTO SEARCH

SEP / 5 SEP / 6 DEC / 24 JAN / 1 FEB / 11 APR / 29
: 30 PM : 50 AM 0 : 30 AM : 25 PM : 11 PM : 45 PM
PHOTO SEARCH SEP / 5 SEP / 6 DEC / 24 JAN / 1 FEB / 11 APR / 29 / / / / / / : 30 PM : 50 AM 0 : 30 AM : 25 PM : 11 PM : 45 PM
Press x. In the mark The bar in the The mark in the
If a tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The photo search function may not work correctly.
Searching for a photo Photo search/Photo scan Searching for a photo without using cassette memory
(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Set CM SEARCH in to OFF in the menu settings (p. 104). (3) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the photo search indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows: INDEX SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t no indicator (4) Press. or > on the Remote Commander to select a photo for playback. Each time you press. or >, your camcorder searches for the previous or next photo. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo.

Scanning photo

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the photo scan indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows: INDEX SEARCH t TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH t PHOTO SCAN t no indicator (3) Press. or > on the Remote Commander. Each photo is played back for about five seconds automatically.

PHOTO 00 SCAN

To stop scanning
Playing back a tape with digital effects
During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.

Erasing all programs

(1) Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ERASE ALL, then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. All the program marks flash, then the settings are canceled. To cancel erasing all programs Select RETURN in step 2, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. To cancel a program you have set Press MENU. The program is stored in memory until the tape is ejected.
Operation 2: Performing a digital program editing (Dubbing a tape)
Make sure your camcorder and VCR are connected. When you use a video camera recorder, set its POWER switch to VCR. (1) Select VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select START, then press the dial. (2) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select EXECUTE, then press the dial. Search for the beginning of the first program, then start dubbing. The EXECUTING indicator flashes. The SEARCH indicator appears during search, and the EDIT indicator appears during edit on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. The PROGRAM indicator lights up after dubbing is complete. When the dubbing ends, your camcorder and the VCR automatically stop. To stop dubbing Press x on this camcorder or on the Remote Commander. To end the digital program editing function Your camcorder stops when the dubbing is complete. Then the display returns to VIDEO EDIT in the menu settings. Press MENU to end the video program editing function. You cannot record on the VCR when: The cassette is not inserted. The tape has run out. The write-protect tab is set to the protect position. NOT READY appears on the LCD screen when: The program to operate the digital program editing has not been made. An i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable) is not connected. The power of the connected VCR is not turned on.
Using with an analog video unit and a PC Signal convert function
You can convert the analog input signal to the digital signal and output it from the DV IN/OUT jack on this camcorder. You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connecting a PC which has the i.LINK (DV) jack to your camcorder.

OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO

DV connecting cable (not supplied)
: Signal flow (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press MENU to display the menu. (3) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select A/V t DV OUT, then press the dial. (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial. (6) Press MENU to erase the menu display. (7) Start playback on the analog video unit slightly ahead of the point from which you want to start capturing images. (8) Start capturing procedures on your PC. The operation procedures depend on your PC and the software which you use. For details on how to capture images, refer to the instruction manual of your PC and your software. After capturing images and sound Stop capturing procedures on your PC, and stop the playback on the analog video unit. Notes When you edit the captured image and sound from the analog video unit by a PC, you need to install an appropriate software which can exchange video signals between the camcorder and a PC. Depending on the condition of the analog video signals, the PC may not be able to output the images correctly when you convert analog video signals into digital video signals via your camcorder. Depending on the analog video unit, the image may contain noise or incorrect colors. The camcorder cannot output the digital signal when you input the analog signal that includes a copyright protection signal.

MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL READY FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL RETURN FORMAT OK RETURN [MENU] : END
MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL RETURN FORMAT EXECUTE RETURN [MENU] : END
MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL DELET I NG FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY PR I NT MARK PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL COMPLETE FORMAT RETURN [MENU] : END
To cancel deleting all the images in the Memory Stick
Select RETURN in step 5, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
Writing a print mark Print mark
You can specify the recorded still image to be printed out. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out. Before operation Insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder.
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Play back the image to be printed out (p. 129). (3) Press MENU to display the menu. , then press the dial. (4) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select (5) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select PRINT MARK, then press the dial. (6) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select ON, then press the dial. mark is displayed beside (7) Press MENU to erase the menu display. The the data file name of an image with a print mark.
10 / 12 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY PR I NT MARK OFF PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN
10 / 12 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY PR I NT MARK ON PROTECT OFF SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN
10 / 12 MEMORY SET CONT I NUOUS QUAL I TY PR I NT MARK ON PROTECT SL I DE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN
To cancel writing print marks
Select OFF in step 6, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. If the write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK You cannot write print marks on still images. When the auto logo insert function is activated You cannot use this function.

Additional Information

Compatibility of DVCAM and DV formats
DVCAM format is developed as a more reliable and higher end format than consumer DV format. Here explained are the differences, compatibility, and limitations on editing about DVCAM and DV formats.

Differences between DVCAM and DV formats
Item Track pitch Audio sampling frequency Audio recording mode 1) Time code DVCAM 15 m 12 bit: 32 kHz 16 bit: 48 kHz Lock mode Drop frame system or Non-drop frame system (SMPTE time code) DV 10 m 12 bit: 32 kHz 16 bit: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz Unlock mode Drop frame system only
There are two modes for audio recording, lock mode and unlock mode. In lock mode, the sampling frequencies of audio and video are synchronized. In unlock mode, which consumer DV format adopts, the two sampling frequencies are independent. Therefore, lock mode is more effective than unlock mode in digital processing and smooth transition during audio editing.
Mini DVCAM and mini DV cassettes
Both mini DVCAM and mini DV cassettes can be used on mini DVCAM or mini DV video equipment. The recording format of picture is defined according to recorders format as described below. Recorders format Cassettes format DVCAM DVCAM DV DV DVCAM DV Recording format DVCAM DVCAM DV DV
This digital camcorder complies with DVCAM format. Though mini DV cassettes can be used for recording, we recommend you to use mini DVCAM cassettes to get the most out of high reliability of DVCAM format. The recording time of mini DV cassettes is 2/3 shorter than that indicated on the mini DV cassettes.
Compatibility on playback
Some tapes cannot be played back on mini DVCAM or mini DV video equipment. Tape DV-formatted On DV video equipment Can be played back On DVCAM video equipment Can be played back (only when recorded in SP mode) Can be played back
DVCAM-formatted Some equipment may be able to play back
Compatibility on editing using DV connectors
When this digital camcorder is connected to other DVCAM or DV video equipment using DV connectors, the recording format of edited tapes is defined according to recorders format as described below. Source tape DVCAM-formatted 2) 3) DVCAM-formatted DVCAM-formatted 2) DVCAM-formatted DV-formatted 6) DV-formatted 6) DV-formatted DV-formatted
Players format DVCAM DVCAM DV 5) DV 5) DVCAM DVCAM DV DV
Recorders format DVCAM DV DVCAM DV DVCAM DV DVCAM DV
Recording format DVCAM DV 4) DVCAM 7) DV 4) DVCAM 1) DV DVCAM 1) DV
When using the mini DVCAM video equipment to carry out DV dubbing of a tape recorded in DV format, the tape produced will be in DVCAM format as follows: Audio recording mode will be unlock mode. The time code format will be partly maladjusted. (There will be no effect on the recorded picture except in certain case.) 2) If the tape is to be dubbed is DVCAM formatted tape as in 1), the tape produced will be in DVCAM format as follows: Audio recording mode will be unlock mode. The time code format will be partly maladjusted. 3) Depending on signal conditions of the source tape, you may not be able to edit the tape using the DV connectors. 4) Audio recording mode of the edited tape is lock mode. 5) Some mini DV video equipment may be able to play back a DVCAM-formatted tape. Even if the tape is played back, contents of the playback cannot be guaranteed. 6) DV-formatted tapes recorded in SP mode only can be used as source tapes. 7) Depending on model of video equipment, you may not be able to edit.

If the cassette memory function does not work
Reinsert a cassette a few times. The gold-plated connector of mini DVCAM/mini DV cassettes may be dirty or dusty.

Cleaning the connector

If the gold-plated connector of mini DVCAM/mini DV cassettes is dirty or dusty, you may not operate the function using cassette memory. Clean up the gold-plated connector with cotton-wool swab, about every 10 times ejection of a cassette. [b]
Do not affix a label around this border.

About i.LINK

Your camcorder is equipped with the DV input/output connector based on i.LINK (IEEE1394) standard. This section explains the specifications and features of i.LINK. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface designed to integrate the devices equipped with i.LINK connector. By connecting i.LINK devices, i.LINK allows your device to: Transmit and receive data such as digital audio and digital video signals in two ways Control other i.LINK devices Easily connect with another device using just an i.LINK cable. Your i.LINK device is capable of connecting AV devices and perform various operations and data transfer. Further availability for connections with versatile equipment and operations will be planned in the future. Other advantages include the following feature. When connecting multiple i.LINK devices, your device cannot only perform operations and data transfer with the directly connected device but also perform them with any of the devices that are connected via other devices. Therefore, you will not need to concern the order of connecting devices. However, depending on the features and specifications of the connected devices, you may need to operate certain functions differently or may not be able to perform certain operations or data transfer. Note Your camcorder can be connected to one device with the i.LINK cable (DV cable). When you connect with a device that has two or more i.LINK connectors, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected device. Tips i.LINK, a nickname for IEEE 1394 that Sony proposed, is a trademark supported by a majority of companies worldwide. IEEE 1394 is an international standard defined by IEEE, The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. About data transfer speed of i.LINK i.LINK defines a maximum data transfer speed of approximately 100, 200 and 400 Mbps* that are described as S100, S200 and S400 respectively. For i.LINK devices, a maximum data transfer speed that the device supports is identified on specifications page of the operating instructions supplied with the device or near its i.LINK connector. With a device that does not identify the data transfer speed, the maximum data transfer speed that the device supports is S100. When connecting with the device that support different data transfer speed, the actual data transfer speed may be different from those described on the i.LINK connectors. *What is Mbps? Mega bits per second. A measure of the rate at which data is transmitted per second. In case of 100 Mbps, 100 Mega bits of data can be transmitted per second. i. LINK operation with your camcorder For details on dubbing your camcorder to your VCR equipped with DV input/output connector , see pages 73, 83. Your camcorder is available for use with other devices equipped with Sony i.LINK (DV) connector. For details on connection with i.LINK cable and necessary software, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected device. Use Sony i.LINK cables Use Sony i.LINK cables to connect the i.LINK devices. 4 pins y 4 pins (For dubbing)

Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize. (p. 155) Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. The AC power adaptor is disconnected. c Connect it properly. The battery pack malfunctions. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The POWER switch is not set to OFF (CHG). c Set it to OFF (CHG). c Charge the battery pack fully again. The correct remaining time is displayed.
Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery, then reconnect it after about one minute. Turn the power on. If the functions still do not work, press the RESET button located at the lower-right of the ZEBRA selector using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press the RESET button, all the settings including the date and time return to the default.) (p. 14, 162)

Self-diagnosis display

Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. This function displays the current condition of your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of a letter and figures) on the LCD screen, display window, or in the viewfinder. If a 5-digit code is displayed, check the following code chart. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of your camcorder.
On the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, on the display window

C:21:00

Self-diagnosis display C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself. E:ss:ss Contact your Sony dealer or nearest local authorized Sony service facility. Five-digit display C:04:ss C:21:ss Cause and/or Corrective Actions You are using a battery pack that is not an InfoLITHIUM battery pack. c Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack. (p. 11) Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize. (p. 155) The video heads are dirty. c Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 156) A malfunction other than the above. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. c Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or remove the battery pack. After reconnecting the power source, operate your camcorder. A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. c Contact your Sony dealer and inform them of the 5-digit code. (example: E:61:10)

C:22:ss

C:31:ss C:32:ss

E:61:ss E:62:ss

If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or nearest local authorized Sony service facility.
Warning indicators and messages
If indicators and messages appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following: See the page in parentheses ( ) for more information.

Warning indicators

E The battery is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing: The battery is nearly dead. Depending on conditions, the E indicator may flash, even if there are five to 10 minutes remaining. Fast flashing: The battery is dead (p. 11). The battery is completely dead. Warning indicator as to tape Slow flashing: The tape is near the end. No tape is inserted (p. 15).* The write-protect tab on the cassette is out (red) (p. 15).* Fast flashing: The tape has run out (p. 29).* Z You need to eject the cassette Slow flashing: The write-protect tab on the cassette is out (red) (p. 15).* Fast flashing: Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 155).* The tape has run out (p. 29).* The self-diagnosis display function is activated (p. 151).* % Moisture condensation has occurred* Fast flashing: Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette compartment open (p. 155). Warning indicator as to cassette memory Slow flashing: No tape with cassette memory is inserted (p. 142).* Self-diagnosis display (p. 151) - The still image is protected Slow flashing: The still image is protected (p. 135).* Warning indicator as to Memory Stick* Slow flashing: No Memory Stick is inserted (p. 115). Fast flashing: Unreadable Memory Stick is inserted (p. 115).
100-0001 (Warning indicators) Memory Stick file error* Slow flashing: File is broken. File has no compatibility. Memory Stick format error* Fast flashing: There are two directories or more. Data is broken. Memory Stick is not formatted correctly (p. 108).

Warning messages

CLOCK SET Reset the date and time (p. 112). FOR InfoLITHIUM Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack (p. 11). BATTERY ONLY MEMORY FULL The Memory Stick is full in photo save function (p. 128). CLEANING CASSETTE The video heads are dirty (p. 156).** FULL The tape cassette memory is full (p. 96).* 48K AUDIO MODE is set to 48K.* You cannot dub new sound (p. 109). REC MODE REC MODE is set to DV SP.* You cannot dub new sound (p. 109). TAPE There is no recorded portion on the tape.* You cannot dub new sound (p. 87). i.LINK CABLE i.LINK cable is connected (p. 88).* You cannot dub new sound. FULL The Memory Stick is full (p. 120).* The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK (p. 113).* NO FILE No still image is recorded on the Memory Stick (p. 129).* NO MEMORY STICK No Memory Stick is inserted (p. 115).* MEMORY STICK ERROR The Memory Stick data is corrupted (p. 115).* FORMAT ERROR (p. 108)* - DIRECTORY ERROR (p. 130)* COPY INHIBIT The tape contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software (p. 142).* Q Z TAPE END The tape has reached the end of the tape (p. 29).* Q NO TAPE Insert a cassette tape (p. 15).* Q LOGO NOT INSERTED The logo is not inserted properly, or the Memory Stick is not inserted that has the logo data. Check if the Memory Stick is inserted properly, or insert the Memory Stick with logo data. Q LOGO SYSTEM ERROR The data setting of the logo insert system is corrupted. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

qf Standby/Recording indicator (p. 16)/ Video control mode indicator (p. 29)/ qg Time code indicator (p. 22)/Selfdiagnosis indicator (p. 151)/Photo mode indicator (p. 32)/Image number indicator (p. 130)/User bits indicator (p. 92) qh Remaining tape indicator (p. 22)/ Memory playback indicator (p. 130) qj END SEARCH indicator (p. 25)/FRAME REC indicator (p. 61)/Interval recording indicator (p. 59) qk DV IN indicator (p. 84)/AVtDV OUT indicator ql DVCAM format indicator/DV format SP mode indicator (p. 22) w; Audio mode indicator (p. 109) wa Data file name indicator This indicator appears when the MEMORY MIX functions work. ws Audio input level/Time indicator (p. 22) wd ND filter indicator (p. 46) wf Continuous mode indicator (p. 119) wg Video flash ready indicator This indicator appears when you use the video flash light (not supplied).

Quick Function Guide

Functions to adjust exposure (in the recording mode)
Shooting backlit subjects In spotlight, such as at the theater or a formal event BACK LIGHT (p. 23) Spotlight mode (p. 24)
Functions to give images more impact (in the recording mode)
Smooth transition between scenes Taking a still picture Digital processing of images Superimposing a title FADER (p. 37) PHOTO (p. 32, 118) DIGITAL EFFECT (p. 39) TITLE (p. 94)
Functions to give a natural appearance to your recordings (in the recording mode)
Preventing deterioration of picture quality in digital zoom Focusing manually D ZOOM [MENU] (p. 104) Manual focus (p. 58)
Functions to be used in editing (in the recording mode)
Watching the picture on a wide-screen TV Viewing images using a personal computer Wide mode (p. 36) Memory Stick (p. 113)
Functions to be used after recording (in the playback mode)
Digital processing of recorded images Displaying the date/time or various settings when you recorded Searching for scenes having a title Searching for scenes recorded in the photo mode Scanning scenes recorded in the photo mode DIGITAL EFFECT (p. 71) Data code (p. 28) Title search (p. 66) Photo search (p. 69) Photo scan (p. 70)

You can insert the selected logo or mark on the moving picture being shot. For details, refer to the operating instructions (for the auto logo insert function) supplied with this camcorder.
A/V connecting cable.. 31, 72, 81 Accessory shoe.. 166 AC power adaptor. 11 Adjusting shutter speed. 45 Adjusting viewfinder. 20 AE SHIFT. 49 Audio dubbing.. 85 AUDIO LEVEL. 53 AUDIO MIX. 107 Audio mode.. 109 AUTO SHTR. 106 BACK LIGHT. 23 Battery pack.. 10 BEEP.. 111 GAIN.. 44 Grip strap.. 165 Guide frame.. 35 Headphones jack. 166 Heads. 156
Rec Review.. 25 Recording level. 52 Recording time.. 12 Remaining battery time indicator.. 22 Remaining tape indicator. 22 Remote Commander.. 167 Remote control jack (LANC).. 166 Remote sensor. 164 RESET.. 150

I, J, K, L

i.LINK.. 166 Image protection.. 135 Image quality mode. 116 INDEX MARK.. 63 INDEX (Multiple) display.. 130 Index search.. 64 InfoLITHIUM battery. 11 Interval recording.. 59 IRIS... 43 JPEG.. 113 Labeling a cassette. 100 LANC.. 166 LCD screen.. 18 LUMINANCEKEY.. 39
S VIDEO jack. 31, 72, 81 SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 104 Self-diagnosis display. 151 Skip scan.. 29 Slide show.. 134 Slow playback.. 29 Spotlight mode.. 24 STEADYSHOT.. 106 STILL.. 39
Camera chromakey. 121 Cassette memory. 6, 142 Charging battery. 11 Charging vanadium-lithium battery. 157 Clock set. 112 COLOR BAR. 111 Connection (dubbing a tape). 72 (viewing on TV). 31 Continuous. 119 Custom preset.. 56 Cut recording. 61 Data code. 28 Date search.. 67 Date/time indicator. 28 DIGITAL EFFECT.. 39 Digital program editing. 74 DISPLAY.. 27 DOT.. 37 Dubbing a tape.. 72 DV connecting cable. 73
Manual adjustment. 42 Manual focus.. 58 Memory chromakey. 121 Memory luminancekey. 121 Memory mix. 121 Memory overlap.. 121 Memory Photo recording. 118 Memory Stick. 113 Menu settings.. 104 Mirror mode. 18 Moisture condensation. 155 MONOTONE. 37 ND filter.. 46 Normal charge.. 11 NTSC system.. 154

T, U, V

Tape Photo recording. 32 Telephoto. 21 Time code. 22 Title... 94 Title search.. 66 TRAIL.. 39 Transition. 17 TV color system. 154 User bits.. 92

W, X, Y, Z

Warning indicators. 152 White balance. 50 Wide mode.. 36 Wide-angle.. 21 WIPE.. 37 WORLD TIME. 110 Write-protect tab. 15 Zebra pattern.. 47 Zoom.. 21
EDITSEARCH.. 25 END SEARCH.. 25, 29 Exposure. 43, 44 External microphone (not supplied).. 54
OLD MOVIE. 39 Operation indicators.. 169 OVERLAP.. 37 Photo scan.. 70 Photo search. 69 Picture search. 29 Playback pause.. 29 Power sources (battery pack).. 10 (car battery).. 14 (house current).. 14 Power zoom.. 21 Print mark.. 139 Progressive.. 34