DCR-DVD710

DVD Handycam camcorder
Easily capture and share crystal clear video with the DCR-DVD710. Hybrid recording technology lets you easily record to DVD or removable Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick PRO Duo media formats. A professional quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens captures sharp video, while the built-in Dolby Digital 5.1 channel microphone lets you replay memories in immersive surround sound.
1/6" Advanced HAD CCD Imager, 680K Pixels (Gross) 1/6" Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD with 680K (effective) pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution) and still image performance 25X Optical / 2000X Digital Zoom The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom. Professional Quality Carl Zeiss VarioTessar Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lenses are designed specifically for compact camcorders, and utilize precision ground optics to maintain the sharpness and contrast found with larger lenses. DVD Format Video Recording The DVD recording format in MPEG2 (SD) delivers digital picture and sound quality comparable to that of MiniDV, but on DVD. Playback of these DVDs couldn't be simpler (depending upon the playback device used). After finalizing the disc in the camcorder, the disc can play back in most DVD Players (SD), computers, Blu-ray Disc players, and even PlayStation 3 video game consoles. DVD-R/-RW/+RW and +R DL (Dual Layer) Compatible3 Compatibility with a variety of DVD formats3 allows the ease-of-use and simplicity found in DVD media. With DVD+RW media there is no need to finalize the disc (minimum recording required); simply remove the finalized disc and insert the media into a compatible DVD or Blu-ray Disc Player. Hybrid Recording to DVD or Memory Stick Media Hybrid recording technology delivers a new level of flexibility for transferring your video footage and digital photos from the camcorder to compatible viewing devices. Record to DVD media, or choose instead to record to removable Memory Stick Duo media or Memory Stick PRO Duo media. You can even select from various dubbing functions to easily copy video or still images from the Memory Stick media to DVD -- without using a PC. Images recorded or transferred to DVD can then be played directly most DVD Players (SD), computers, Blu-ray Disc players, and even PlayStation 3 video game consoles to share your memories with friends and family. Quick On Missing an important scene can be frustrating, especially if the reason is because your camcorder is turned off. With the Quick On feature, the touch of a single button places that camcorder in Sleep mode. Another push instantly wakes the camcorder, so youll always be ready to capture special moments. Built-in zoom microphone with 5.1 ch recording Featuring Dolby Ditigal 5.1 Creator, the built-in zoom microphone focuses audio recording on your subjects in sync with the cameras zoom lens, helping memories ring true with clear dialogue and crisp, discrete sounds. 2.7" Wide1 (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus Display (211K Pixels) The 2.7" Wide1 (16:9) LCD screen provides exceptional viewing clarity with improved resolution (211K pixels). The display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles, as well as provides sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The widescreen format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier. Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Slot Capture still images directly onto Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately) for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing, or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices (sold separately). Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization System An advanced version of Sony's SteadyShot Image Stabilization 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. InfoLITHIUM Battery with AccuPower Meter System Unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening "Memory Effect," so youre free to charge the battery at any time. Additionally, Sony's exclusive AccuPower meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. ADDITIONAL FEATURES Manual Focus Super NightShot Plus Infrared System Stamina Battery Power Management System Scene Selection Modes Picture Effects Fader Effects-2 Visual Index Screen Battery Information Easy Handycam Button Multi-Language Menu

Specifications

General
Imaging Device: 1/6" Advanced HAD CCD Imager Pixel Gross: 1070K Recording Media: 3" (8cm) DVD (DVDR/DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD+R DL), Memory Stick Duo Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo Media 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. When using 8GB Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (sold separately): Standard Definition: HQ = up to 115 min., SP = up to 170 min., LP = up to 325 min. Video Actual: 690K Pixels (4:3), 670K Pixels (16:9) Still Actual: 1000K Pixels (4:3), 750K Pixels (16:9) Processor: N/A Video Resolution: 720 x 480 Still Picture Resolution: 1 megapixel S-Video Output(s): Included in A/V Remote HDMI Connection Output(s): N/A Audio/Video Remote Terminal: Video/S Video/Audio/LANC Active Interface Shoe: Yes

Display

LCD Screen: 2.7" wide1 (16:9) hybrid touch panel LCD display (123k pixels) Viewfinder: Color Wide 16:9 (123K Pixels)

Hardware

Flash: N/A Memory Stick slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Manual / Auto Lens Cover: Manual Assignable Dial: N/A S/S & Zoom button on LCD: Yes

Optics/Lens

35mm Equivalent: 43 - 1075mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 41 - 1189mm (16:9 Camera Mode) Aperture: F1.8 - 3.2 Exposure: Touch Panel Filter Diameter: 30mm Focal Distance: 2.5 - 62.5mm Focus: Full range auto / Manual (Touch Panel) Progressive Shutter Mode: Yes Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/30 - 1/250 (Scene Selection Mode) Optical Zoom: 25x Digital Zoom: 2000x Lens Type: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Minimum Illumination: 8lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, Shutter Speed 1/30)
Audio Format: Dolby Digital 5.1 Microphone: Built-in Zoom Microphone

Convenience

Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 8GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function. Face Detection: N/A Hybrid: Yes Hybrid Plus: N/A Quick On: Yes BRAVIA Sync : N/A Dual Record: N/A

Convenience Features

Easy Operation: Yes Multiple Language Display: Yes Slide Show Mode: Yes Scene Mode(s): Auto, Twilight, Candle (move only), Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks (move only), Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Sports (movie only), Beach, Snow Picture Effect(s): Monotone, Sepia, Pastel Digital Picture Effect(s): Old Movie PictBridge Compatible: Yes Dynamic Range Optimizer: N/A SteadyShot Image Stabilization: S-SS Low Light Capability: S-NS plus White Balance: Auto, Outdoor, Indoor, Onepush (touch panel) Fader Effect(s): Black, White Face Index: Yes Film Roll Index: Yes Photo Capture from Movie: Yes Still Image Mode(s): JPEG Dubbing Button: N/A USB Streaming: N/A PhotoTVHD: N/A x.v.Color : N/A

Power Consumption: 2.9W /3.3W (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: Limited Warranty --- 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Software

Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional, Windows Vista Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browser Ver.3.0.00

Dimensions

Weight: 15 oz (450g) with Battery Measurements: 2 1/4 x 3 5/8 x 5 1/8 inch (55.0 x 89.0 x 130.0mm)

Supplied Accessories

Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger (ACL200) InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery (NP-FH40) Remote Commander Remote Control (RMT-835) Multi A/V Cable (Stereo) USB Cable Application CD-ROM w/ Driver Enjoy Handycam DVD
Video Signal System: NTSC color, EIA standards Format(s) Supported: SD (MPEG2)

Inputs and Outputs

LANC Terminal: Accesible via A/V Remote Terminal Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Included (via A/V Remote Terminal) Digital Audio/Video Output(s): N/A USB Port(s): Hi-speed (2.0 compliant) i.LINK Interface: N/A Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): N/A Headphone Jack: N/A Microphone Input: N/A

Optional Accessories

ACC-DVDH2 starter kit BC-TRP travel charger ECM-HW1 wireless mic. HVL-HL1 video light VCT-60AV remote tripod UPC Code: 027242727694
1. Viewable area measured diagonally. 2. Camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. Using the enclosed PC software, high definition footage can be copied onto DVD media. However, DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/recorder may fail to eject the media and may erase its contents without warning. DVD media containing AVCHD footage may be played on a compatible Blu-ray Disc player/recorder or other compatible device. 3. DVD media/formats are not universally compatible. 4. HD viewing requires a Sony HD connector cable or HD Cyber-shot Station cradle and HDTV. All sold separately. 5. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other 6. Not all products with USB connectors may communicate with each other due to chipset variations 7. Actual battery life will vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions. 8. Compatible BRAVIA HDTV and special TV settings are required. Further details are available in the BRAVIA TV instruction manual. 9. 30GB means 30 billion bites. Available storage capacity may vary and a portion of the memory is used for data management functions. 10. Requires BRAVIA Sync feature in each product. Please refer to owners manual to determine compatibility. 2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, AccuPower, Advanced HAD, Handycam, i.LINK, InfoLITHIUM, like.no.other, NightShot, PlayStation, Remote Commander, SteadyShot and SwivelScreen are trademarks of Sony. Carl Zeiss and Vario-Tessar are trademarks of Carl Zeiss. PictBridge is a trademark of CIPA. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. PlayStation is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment of America. 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

Please visit the Dealer Network for more information at www.sony.com/dn Sony Electronics Inc. 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego, CA 92127 1.800.222.7669 www.sony.com Last Updated: 01/03/2008

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.

Owners Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCRSerial No. Model No. ACSerial No.
For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD810 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 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.
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. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate.
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. 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

4 Touch the desired item.

Example: [EDIT]

1 While pressing the green button,
turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on your camcorder.
5 Follow the guide on the screen for

further operation.

To hide the HOME MENU screen

2 Press

Touch (HOME) A (or B).

(HOME) A

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

1 Press

(HOME).

The HOME MENU appears.

(HOME) B
3 Touch the desired category.
Example: (OTHERS) category

2 Touch

(HELP). (HELP) turns orange.

The bottom of

3 Touch the item you want to know
the content. Enjoying with Your Camcorder
When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the option, touch [YES], otherwise, touch [NO].

To deactivate the HELP

Touch (HELP) again in step 2.

Using the OPTION MENU

Just a touch on the screen during shooting or playback displays the functions available at that moment. You will find it easy to make various settings. See page 90 for further details.

(OPTION)

Step 1: Checking supplied items
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. 21) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p. 21)
CD-ROM Handycam Application Software (1) (p. 97)
Picture Motion Browser (Software) PMB Guide
Power cord (mains lead) (1) (p. 21)
Operating Guide (This manual) (1)
A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 48, 62)

USB cable (1) (p. 64)

Wireless Remote Commander (DCRDVD710/DVD810) (1) (p. 132)
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack

POWER switch

DC IN jack Battery
CHG (charge) lamp To the wall outlet (wall socket) Power cord (mains lead)

Jack cover DC plug

AC Adaptor
You can charge the InfoLITHIUM battery pack (H series) (p. 119) after attaching it to your camcorder.
Your camcorder operates only with InfoLITHIUM battery pack (H series).
Match the v mark on the DC plug with the v mark on your camcorder.

MOVIE DUB

You can dub movies recorded on the internal memory (DCR-DVD810) or a Memory Stick PRO Duo to a disc (p. 55).

PHOTO COPY (DCR-DVD810)

You can copy still images recorded on the internal memory to a Memory Stick PRO Duo (p. 56).
You can edit the images on the media (p. 58).

Deleting images

You cannot restore images once they are deleted.

5 Touch

touch.

t [YES].

You can select up to 100 images at one time.
6 When [Completed.] appears,

Deleting movies

To delete all movies at one time
Select beforehand the media which contains the movie you want to delete (p. 28).
When you select [DISC] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 28), you cannot delete movies during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34). Cancel Easy Handycam operation first.

1 In step 3, touch [

DELETE ALL]. Editing.
2 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 3 When [Completed.] appears, touch
To delete all the movies recorded on the same day at one time
(HOME) t (OTHERS) t [DELETE].

DELETE by date].

2 Touch [ 3 Touch [

DELETE].

4 Touch the movie to be deleted.
2 Touch / to select the recording date of the desired movies, then touch. The movies recorded on the selected date are displayed on the screen. Touch the movie on the screen to confirm.
The selected movie is marked with

Touch screen. 3 Touch

to return to the previous t [YES].
Press and hold the movie on the screen to confirm. Touch screen. to return to the previous
4 When [Completed.] appears, touch
Deleting images (Continued)
To delete the most recently recorded movie
1 In step 3, touch [ DEL]. 2 Touch

LAST SCENE

2 Touch [
3 When [Completed.] appears, touch You cannot delete the most recently recorded movie: if you remove the disc from your camcorder after recording. if you turn off your camcorder after recording.

This category enables you to use the media for various purposes.

MOVIE MEDIA SET

You can select the media for movies (p. 28).
PHOTO MEDIA SET (DCR-DVD810)
You can select the media for still images (p. 28).

FINALIZE

You can enable discs to be played on other devices by finalizing them (p. 67).

MEDIA INFO

You can display the media information, such as recordable time (p. 71).

MEDIA FORMAT

You can format the media and recover the recordable free space (p. 72).

UNFINALIZE

You can unfinalize a disc and record more images on the disc (p. 74).

DISC SELECT GUIDE

Your camcorder advises you of the right disc for your purpose (p. 75).

REPAIR IMG.DB F.

You can repair the image database file of the internal memory (DCR-DVD810) or Memory Stick PRO Duo (p. 76).
Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices (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 movie list (p. 69).
Finalizing is required depending on the type of disc.
DVD-RW/DVD-R/DVD+R DL: Finalizing is required. DVD+RW: Finalizing is not required, 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 devices is not guaranteed. No DVD menu is created for DVD-RW (VR mode).

Operation flow

To play back a disc in other devices for the first time (p.69)
Playback on other devices Finalize
Make desired settings for the DVD menu. In case 1, 2 or 3
Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices (Finalizing) (Continued)
To add movies to a finalized disc (p.74)

Movies cannot be added.

Make a new recording
Unfinalize the disc. Movies can be added as usual.
When the DVD menu has been created, a confirmation screen prompts you to confirm that you wish to add movies.
During Easy Handycam operation (p. 34), even when you are using a DVD-RW or DVD+RW, you cannot record additional movies onto the disc after finalizing the disc. Cancel Easy Handycam operation.
To play back a disc in other devices after adding movies (p.69)

NIGHTSHOT LIGHT

When using either the NightShot plus (p. 41) or the [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] (p. 95) function to record, you can record clearer images by setting [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], which emits infrared light (invisible). The default setting is [ON].
Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects (p. 131). Remove the conversion lens (optional). The maximum shooting distance using [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet).
REC MODE (Recording mode)
You can select a recording mode to record a movie with the image quality from 3 levels. HQ ( )
Records in high quality mode. (9M (HQ))

B SP (

WIDE SELECT
When recording images, you can select the aspect ratio according to the TV connected. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. B 16:9 WIDE
Records images to the full screen on a 16:9 (wide) TV screen.
Records in standard quality mode. (6M (SP))
Increases the recording time (Long Play). (3M (LP)) b Notes
If you record in LP mode, the quality of scenes may be degraded, or scenes with quick movements may appear with block noise when you play back the movie.
Records images to the full screen on a 4:3 TV screen. b Notes
Set [TV TYPE] correctly according to the TV connected for playback (p. 48).
See page 14, 33 on the expected recording time of each recording mode. You can set the recording mode separately for each media (p. 28).

DIGITAL ZOOM

You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom greater than optical zoom magnification. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom.

STEADYSHOT

You can compensate for camera shake. Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when using a tripod (optional), then the image becomes natural. The default setting is [ON].
AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto slow shutter)
When recording in dark places, the shutter speed is automatically reduced to 1/30 second. The default setting is [ON].
The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming factor. The zooming zone appears when you select the zooming level.

GUIDEFRAME

You can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical by setting [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON]. The frame is not recorded. Press DISP/ BATT INFO to make the frame disappear. The default setting is [OFF].
Positioning the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition.

DCR-DVD610 B OFF

Up to 40 zoom is performed optically.
Up to 40 zoom is performed optically, and after that, up to 80 zoom is performed digitally.
Up to 40 zoom is performed optically, and after that, up to 2,000 zoom is performed digitally.

REMAINING SET

Always displays the remaining media capacity indicator.

DCR-DVD710/DVD810 B OFF

You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on the Remote Commander (DCR-DVD710/ DVD810) (p. 132).
PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect)
You can add special effects to an image during recording. appears. B OFF
Does not use [PICT.EFFECT] setting.

Images appear in sepia.

B&W
Images appear in black and white.

PASTEL

Images appear as a pale pastel drawing.

BLT-IN ZOOM MIC

When you set [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] to [ON] ( ), you can record sound with directivity as you move the power zoom lever. The default setting is [OFF].

MICREF LEVEL

You can select the microphone level for recording sound. Select [LOW] when you want to record exciting and powerful sound in a concert hall, etc. B NORMAL
Records various surround sounds, converting them into the certain level.
What you can do with Windows computer
When you install the Picture Motion Browser on a Windows computer from the supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the following operations. x Importing images taken with your camcorder to a computer x Viewing imported images on a computer x Creating a DVD x Copying a disc t Video Disc Copier For details on the functions of Picture Motion Browser, see PMB Guide (p. 99). x Using a Macintosh computer The supplied software Picture Motion Browser does not support a Macintosh computer. On the advanced use of images on your camcorder connected to your Macintosh computer, see the following URL: http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ ms/us/

Installing the software

x Environment for using Picture Motion Browser OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4/Windows XP SP2*/Windows Vista*
* 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment.
CPU: Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or faster Application: DirectX 9.0c or later (This product is based on DirectX technology. It is necessary to have DirectX installed.) Sound system: Direct Sound compatible sound card Memory: 256 MB or more Hard disk: Disk volume required for installation: Approximately 500 MB (5 GB or more may be necessary when creating a DVD.) Display: Minimum 1,dots Others: USB port (this must be provided as standard), Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compatible is recommended), DVD burner (CD-ROM drive is necessary for installation.)
Your computer must meet hardware requirements other than those described above for each OS. Even in a computer environment where the operations are guaranteed, frames may be dropped from movies, resulting in uneven playback. However, imported images and images on discs created subsequently will not be affected. Operations are not guaranteed on all the recommended environments. For example, other open or background applications running on currently may limit product performance. Picture Motion Browser does not support 5.1ch surround sound reproduction. The sound is reproduced in 2ch sound. Continued ,

0 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
One of the following installation screens appears, depending on the computer environment. Check the screen and follow the instructions displayed to install the required software.
Sonic UDF Reader* Software required to recognize a DVD-RW (VR mode) disc Windows Media Format 9 Series Runtime (Windows 2000 only) Software required to create a DVD Microsoft DirectX 9.0c* Software required to handle movies * Windows 2000, Windows XP only
The [USB SELECT] screen appears on your camcorder. Touch the item you want to operate on the screen. z Tips
If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear, touch (HOME) t (OTHERS) t [USB CONNECT].
Recommended USB cable connection
To assure the proper functioning of your camcorder, connect your camcorder to a computer as below.
Connect only the camcorder to the USB port of your computer. Do not connect anything else to other USB ports of a computer. When connecting to a computer with a USB keyboard and USB mouse connected as standard equipment, connect the camcorder to another USB port using the USB cable.
qa Restart the computer if required to complete the installation.
Operations are not guaranteed when multiple USB devices are connected to a computer. Be sure to connect the USB cable to a USB port. If the USB cable is connected to a computer via a USB keyboard or USB hub, operations are not guaranteed.
qs Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of your computer.
x Operating the Picture Motion Browser To start Picture Motion Browser, click [Start] - [All Programs] - [Sony Picture Utility] - [PMB - Picture Motion Browser]. The basic operation of Picture Motion Browser is described on PMB Guide. To view PMB Guide, click [Start] - [All Programs] - [Sony Picture Utility] [Help] - [PMB Guide]. x Connecting your camcorder to a computer To connect your camcorder to a computer, follow the steps below.
1 Connect the AC Adaptor to your camcorder and a wall outlet (wall socket). 2 Turn on your camcorder. 3 Connect the (USB) jack (p. 129) of your camcorder to a computer using the supplied USB cable.
To disconnect the USB cable
1 Click the [Unplug or eject hardware] icon on the task tray on the bottom right of the desk top.
2 Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device].
3 Click [OK] (Windows 2000 only). 4 Touch [END] on the screen of your camcorder. 5 Touch [YES] on the screen of your camcorder.
6 Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder and the computer. b Notes
Do not disconnect the USB cable while the ACCESS/access lamp is lit. Before turning off your camcorder, disconnect the USB cable following the proper procedures described above. Disconnect the USB cable using the proper procedures described above. Otherwise, files stored on the media may not be updated correctly. Also, disconnecting the USB cable improperly may cause a malfunction of the media.

Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 81). [STEADYSHOT] may not be able to compensate for excessive vibrations.
Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.
Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] (p. 81).
Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the screen.
The spots appear when you are recording with [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] or [COLOR SLOW SHTR]. This is not a malfunction.
[S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] cannot be operated.
Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON (p. 41).
[COLOR SLOW SHTR] does not operate correctly.
[COLOR SLOW SHTR] may not operate correctly in total darkness. Use NightShot plus or [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS].
Images recorded on other devices may neither be played back, nor displayed in actual size. This is not a malfunction (p. 119).
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 PRO Duo a couple of times. You removed the battery pack or the AC Adaptor while the access lamp is flashing. This operation may damage the image data, which will be marked with. This may appear on still images recorded on other devices, edited on a computer, etc.
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.
Playing back images on your camcorder
You cannot find the images to be played back.
Select the media to be played back by touching (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [MOVIE MEDIA SET] or [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (p. 28).
Perform [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] (p. 76). If it still appears, delete the image marked with (p. 51).
You cannot play back a disc.
Check out the disc compatibility (p. 13). Insert a disc with the recording side facing your camcorder (p. 30). The disc that was recorded, formatted, or finalized on other devices may not be played back on your camcorder. The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.
No sound or only a quiet sound is heard during playback.
Turn up the volume (p. 45). Sound is not output when the LCD screen is closed. Open the LCD screen. When you record sound with [MICREF LEVEL] set to [LOW] (p. 96), the recorded sound may be difficult to hear.
The playback image is distorted.
Clean the disc using a soft cloth (p. 118).

You cannot dub.

The A/V connecting cable is not connected properly. Make sure that the A/V connecting cable is connected to the proper jack, i.e. to the input jack of another device for dubbing a movie from your camcorder (p. 55).

Connecting to a computer

Unable to [UNFINALIZE].
[UNFINALIZE] is not available for the following discs: DVD-RW (VR mode) DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL
You cannot install Picture Motion Browser.
Check the computer environment required to install Picture Motion Browser. Install Picture Motion Browser in an orderly manner (p. 98).
Picture Motion Browser does not work correctly.
Finish Picture Motion Browser and restart your computer.
Your camcorder is not recognized by the computer.
Install Picture Motion Browser (p. 98). Disconnect devices from the USB jack of the computer other than the keyboard, mouse, and your camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and your camcorder, and restart the computer, then connect the computer and your camcorder again in an orderly manner (p. 99). Make sure the media check tool of the computer activates. For details on the media check tool, see PMB Guide.

Cannot use

Because of following settings

[SCENE SELECTION]

NightShot plus, [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [OLD MOVIE], [TELE MACRO], [FADER] NightShot plus, [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] NightShot plus, [D.EFFECT], [SCENE SELECTION], [FADER]
[WHITE BAL.] [COLOR SLOW SHTR]
Functions that cannot be used simultaneously
The following list shows examples of unworkable combinations of functions and menu items.
Cannot use Because of following settings
[S. NIGHTSHOT [D.EFFECT], [FADER] PLS] [FADER] [D.EFFECT], [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [CANDLE]/ [FIREWORKS] in [SCENE SELECTION] [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [FADER], [SCENE SELECTION], [PICT.EFFECT] [OLD MOVIE] [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC]

[D.EFFECT]

BACK LIGHT
[SPOT METER], [FIREWORKS], [MANUAL] in [EXPOSURE] [OLD MOVIE] [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS], [SCENE SELECTION], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [D.EFFECT], [FADER] [SCENE SELECTION] NightShot plus, [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] NightShot plus, [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] [PICT.EFFECT] [MICREF LEVEL]
[WIDE SELECT] [AUTO SLW SHUTTR]
[SPOT FOCUS] [EXPOSURE] [SPOT METER]
[TELE MACRO] [SCENE SELECTION]
Warning indicators and messages
Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators
If indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following. Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

C:04:00

E:20:ss / E:31:ss / E:61:ss / E:62:ss / E:91:ss / E:94:ss
A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Inform them of the 5-digit code, which starts from E.
101-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining to files) Slow flashing
The file is damaged. The file is unreadable.
C: (or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss
The battery pack is not an InfoLITHIUM H series battery pack. Use an InfoLITHIUM H series battery pack (p. 119). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camcorder securely (p. 21).
(Warning indicator pertaining to discs) Slow flashing
A disc is not inserted.* Less than 5 minutes remains for recording movies. A disc that cannot be read or written is inserted, such as the single-sided disc inserted inside out.

Fast flashing

Your camcorder cannot recognize the disc.* A finalized disc is inserted into your camcorder during recording standby. The disc is fully recorded.* The disc recorded in the different TV color system from your camcorder is inserted when (Movie) is selected.*

C:13:ss

The disc is faulty. Use a compatible disc with your camcorder (p. 13). The disc is dirty or has scratches on it. Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth (p. 118).

C:32:ss

Symptoms that are not described above have occurred. Remove the disc and insert it again, then operate your camcorder again. Remove the power source. Reconnect it again and operate your camcorder again.
Z (You need to remove the disc)* Fast flashing
Your camcorder cannot recognize the disc. The disc is fully recorded. An error might have occurred with the disc drive in your camcorder. A finalized disc is inserted during recording standby (p. 74).
E (Battery level warning) Slow flashing
The battery pack is nearly used up. Depending on the operating, environment, or battery conditions, E may flash, even if there are approximately 20 minutes remaining.
(Warning indicator pertaining to incompatible Memory Stick PRO Duo)*
An incompatible Memory Stick PRO Duo is inserted (p. 118).
(High temperature warning) Slow flashing
The temperature of your camcorder is getting higher. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.
- (Warning indicator pertaining to the write-protect of the Memory Stick PRO Duo)*
Access to the Memory Stick PRO Duo was restricted on another device.

Fast flashing*

The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.
(Warning indicator pertaining to camera-shake warning)

The camcorder is unsteady, so camerashake easily occurs. Hold the camcorder steady with both hands and shoot the image. However, note that the camera-shake warning indicator does not disappear.
(Warning indicator pertaining to Memory Stick PRO Duo) Slow flashing
There is not enough free space for recording. See page 6 for the type of Memory Stick PRO Duo you can use in your camcorder. No Memory Stick PRO Duo is inserted (p. 32).
(Warning indicator pertaining to still image recording)
The camcorder cannot record a still image at the moment, because the camcorder is processing the still image just recorded. Wait until the camcorder is ready for recording.
* You hear a melody when the warning indicators appear on the screen (p. 86).
There is no free space for recording. Delete unnecessary images (p. 51), or format the Memory Stick PRO Duo (p. 72) after dubbing/copying images (p. 55, 62, 97). The image database file is broken (p. 76).
(Warning indicators pertaining to Memory Stick PRO Duo formatting)*
The Memory Stick PRO Duo is damaged. The Memory Stick PRO Duo is not formatted correctly (p. 72, 118).
Warning indicators and messages (Continued)
Description of warning messages
If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions.
Reinsert the Memory Stick.
Reinsert the Memory Stick PRO Duo a few times. If even then the indicator flashes, the Memory Stick PRO Duo could be damaged. Try with another Memory Stick PRO Duo.

x Media

Internal memory format error.
The format of the internal memory of your camcorder has been changed from the default format. You may be able to use the internal memory again after formatting it (p. 72). All the data in the internal memory will be deleted.
This Memory Stick is not formatted correctly.
Check the format, then format the Memory Stick PRO Duo with your camcorder if necessary (p. 72).
Memory Stick folders are full.
You cannot create folders exceeding 999MSDCF. You cannot create or delete created folders using your camcorder. Format the Memory Stick PRO Duo (p. 72), or delete unnecessary folders using your computer.

ZRecording on disc disabled.
A malfunction has occurred with the disc and the disc cannot be used.

Playback prohibited.

You are trying to play back an incompatible disc with your camcorder. You are trying to play back an image recorded with a copyright protection signal.
This Memory Stick may not be able to record or play movies.
Use the recommended Memory Stick (p. 6).
Z Need to unfinalize disc.
To record on the finalized DVD-RW (VIDEO mode), unfinalize it (p. 74).
This Memory Stick may not be able to record or play images correctly.
There may be something wrong with the Memory Stick PRO Duo. Insert the Memory Stick PRO Duo again.

Disc error. Remove disc.

Your camcorder cannot recognize the disc, because the disc is incompatible or has scratches.
Do not eject the Memory Stick during writing. Data may be damaged.
Insert the Memory Stick PRO Duo again, and follow the instructions on the screen.
Z Disc error. Unsupported format.
The disc is recorded in the different format code from your camcorder. Formatting the disc may enable you to use the disc on your camcorder (DVDRW/DVD+RW only) (p. 72).
The Image Database File is damaged. Do you want to create a new file?
The image database file is damaged. When you touch [YES], a new image
database file is created. The old recorded images on the Memory Stick PRO Duo cannot be played back (Image files are not damaged). If you perform [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] (p. 76) after creating new image database file, playing back the old recorded images may become possible. If it does not work, copy the image to a computer using the supplied software.

Data protected.

The image has been protected with another device. Cancel the protection on the device.

Cannot divide.

You cannot divide a movie that is extremely short.
Inconsistencies found in Image Database File. Movies cannot be recorded or played. Do you want to repair the Image Database File?
The image database file is damaged. Touch [YES] to repair.

Cannot recover data.

Writing data to the media has failed. Attempts were made to recover the data, but they were unsuccessful.

Please wait.

This is displayed if the disc removal process takes time. Turn on the camcorder and leave it for about 10 minutes, preventing vibration.
x PictBridge compliant printer
Not connected to PictBridge compatible printer.
Switch off the printer and switch it on again, then disconnect the USB cable and reconnect it.

Internal memory (DCR-DVD810)
8 GB When measuring media capacity, 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for data management.

Usable discs

8 cm DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD-R/ DVD+R DL

Focal length

DCR-DVD610 F 1.8 - 4.1 f = 1.9 - 76 mm (3/32 - 3 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera For movies: 41 - mm (1 5/8 - 64 5/8 in.) (16:9) For still images: 48 - mm (1 15/16 - 75 5/8 in.) (4:3) DCR-DVD710/DVD810 F 1.8 - 3.2 f = 2.5 - 62.5 mm (1/8 - 2 1/2 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera For movies: 41 - mm (1 5/8 - 46 7/8 in.) (16:9)** For still images: 36 - 900 mm (1 7/16 - 35 1/2 in.) (4:3)

Movie recording format

Internal memory (DCR-DVD810) MPEG2-PS Disc DVD-RW: DVD-VIDEO (VIDEO mode), DVD-Video Recording (VR mode) DVD+RW: DVD+RW Video DVD-R/DVD+R DL: DVD-VIDEO Memory Stick PRO Duo MPEG2-PS
Still image recording format

Exif Ver.2.2*

Electric viewfinder (color)

Image device

DCR-DVD610 2.25 mm (1/8 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Gross: Approx. pixels Effective (Movie, 16:9) Approx. pixels Effective (Still, 16:9) Approx. pixels Effective (Still, 4:3) Approx. pixels

Color temperature

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

Minimum illumination

DCR-DVDlx (lux) (AUTO SLW SHUTTR ON, Shutter speed 1/30 second) 0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus function) DCR-DVD710/DVDlx (lux) (AUTO SLW SHUTTR ON, Shutter speed 1/30 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. **The focal length figures are actual figures resulting from wide angle pixel readout. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

General

Power requirements
DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)
Average power consumption
Using the LCD screen or the viewfinder with normal brightness DCR-DVD610 LCD: 2.9 W Viewfinder: 2.7 W DCR-DVD710 LCD: 3.3 W Viewfinder: 2.9 W DCR-DVD810 LCD: 2.9 W Viewfinder: 2.5 W

Operating temperature

0 C to +40 C (32 F to 104 F)

Storage temperature

-20 C to +60 C (-4 F to +140 F)

Dimensions (Approx.)

130 mm (2 1/5/1/8 in.) (whd) including the projecting parts 130 mm (2 1/5/1/8 in.) (whd) including the projecting parts with the rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 attached

Input/Output connectors

Video/audio output jack

USB jack

mini-B

Picture

6.7 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9)

Mass (Approx.)

DCR-DVDg (13 oz) main unit only 440 g (15 oz) including the rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 and a disc DCR-DVDg (14 oz) main unit only 450 g (15 oz) including the rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 and a disc DCR-DVDg (14 oz)main unit only 445 g (15 oz) including the rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40