Sony DCR-PC1E Sony DCR-PC2E Sony DCR-PC3E Sony DCR-PC4E Sony DCR-PC5E Sony DCR-PC6E Sony DCR-PC7E Sony DCR-PC10E Sony DCR-SC100E Sony DCR-TRV5E Sony DCR-TRV6E Sony DCR-TRV7E Sony DCR-TRV8E Sony DCR-TRV9E Sony DCR-TRV10E Sony DCR-TRV11E Sony DCR-TRV15E Sony DCR-TRV17E Sony DCR-TRV110E Sony DCR-TRV120E Sony DCR-TRV125E Sony DCR-TRV130E Sony DCR-TRV210E Sony DCR-TRV220E Sony DCR-TRV230E Sony DCR-TRV235E Sony DCR-TRV310E Sony DCR-TRV320E Sony DCR-TRV325E Sony DCR-TRV410E Sony DCR-TRV420E Sony DCR-TRV430E
Sony DCR-TRV510E Sony DCR-TRV520E Sony DCR-TRV530E Sony DCR-TRV725E Sony DCR-TRV890E Sony DCR-TRV7000E Sony DCR-TRV7100E Sony DCR-TRV8000E Sony DCR-TRV8100E Sony DCR-VX700E Sony DCR-VX1000E Sony DCR-VX9000E Sony DSR-200P

Panasonic

Panasonic NV-DA1 Panasonic NV-DS1 Panasonic NV-DS5 Panasonic NV-DS8 Panasonic NV-DS11 Panasonic NV-DS12 Panasonic NV-DS15 Panasonic NV-DS25 Panasonic NV-DS27 Panasonic NV-DS33 Panasonic NV-DS35 Panasonic NV-DS37 Panasonic NV-DS55 Panasonic NV-DS77 Panasonic NV-DS88
JVC GR-DV1 JVC GR-DV3 JVC GR-DVF1 JVC GR-DVF10 JVC GR-DVJ70 JVC GR-DVL20 JVC GR-DVL30 JVC GR-DVL40 JVC GR-DVL100 JVC GR-DVL108 JVC GR-DVL140 JVC GR-DVL150 JVC GR-DVL300 JVC GR-DVL308 JVC GR-DVL355 JVC GR-DVL450 JVC GR-DVL555 JVC GR-DVL9000 JVC GR-DVL9200 JVC GR-DVL9500 JVC GR-DVL9700 JVC GR-DVM1 JVC GR-DVM5 JVC GR-DVP1 JVC GR-DVX JVC GR-DVX4 JVC GR-DVX7 JVC GR-DVX8 JVC GR-DVX9 JVC GR-DVX44 JVC GR-DVX77 JVC GY-DV500E

Thomson

Thomson VMD2 Thomson VMD3 Thomson VMD8 VDM8 Thomson VMD10 VDM10 Thomson VMD120 VDM120
Metz CC34 Metz CD34 Metz CE34 Metz CF34 Metz CG34

Grundig

Grundig DLC1 Grunding DLC10 Grundig DLC20 Grundig DLC1000 Grundig DLC1500 Grundig DLC1505
Canon MV 1 Canon MV 3 Canon MV 3MC Canon MV 10 Canon MV 20 Canon MV 30 Canon MV 100 Canon MV 200 Canon MV 300 Canon MV 400 Canon MV 425 Canon MV 430 Canon MV 450
Panasonic NV-DS99 Panasonic NV-DX1 Panasonic NV-DX100 Panasonic NV-EX1 Panasonic NV-EX3 Panasonic NV-EZ10 Panasonic NV-EZ30 Panasonic NV-MX1 Panasonic MV-MX5 Panasonic NV-MX12 Panasonic NV-MX400 Panasonic NV-MX450
Compatibility list with the DV Max version 2.3

enabler

not compatible restrictions compatible
Camcorders With Adaptator
Sony DCR-PC7E. Adaptator VM-LM7
Sony DCR-IP5 Sony DCR-IP7 Sony DCR-PC8E Sony DCR-PC9E Sony DCR-PC100E Sony DCR-PC101E Sony DCR-PC110E Sony DCR-PC120E Sony DCR-TRV20E Sony DCR-TRV25E Sony DCR-TRV30E Sony DCR-TRV50E Sony DCR-TRV240E Sony DCR-TRV330E Sony DCR-TRV620E Sony DCR-TRV720E
Canon MV 3i Canon MV 3iMC Canon MV 4i Canon MV 4iMC Canon MV 5i Canon MV 5iMC Canon MV 20i Canon MV 30i Canon MV 200i Canon MV 300i Canon MV 400i Canon MV 430i Canon MV Canon450i Canon MV 500i Canon MV 1 Canon MV 530i Canon MV 3 Canon MV 550i Canon MV X1i Canon XM-1 Canon XL-1 Canon XL-1S
Panasonic AG-DVC15E Panasonic AG-DVC200 Panasonic AG-EZ35 Panasonic NV-DS28 Panasonic NV-DS30 Panasonic NV-DS38 Panasonic NV-DS89 Panasonic NV-DS110 Panasonic NV-DS150 Panasonic NV-DS990 Panasonic NV-DS999 Panasonic NV-DX110EG Panasonic NV-EX215 Panasonic NV-GS3 Panasonic NV-GS5 Panasonic NV-GX7 Panasonic NV-MX7 Panasonic NV-MX8 Panasonic NV-MX300 Panasonic NV-MX350
JVC GR-DV300 JVC GR-DV2000 JVC GR-DV3000 JVC GR-DVL107 JVC GR-DVL109 JVC GR-DVL157 JVC GR-DVL167 JVC GR-DVL301 JVC GR-DVL307 JVC GR-DVL309 JVC GR-DVL357 JVC GR-DVL367 JVC GR-DVL557 JVC GR-DVL567 JVC GR-DVL767 JVC GR-DVL867 JVC GR-DVL9600E JVC GR-DVL9800E JVC GR-DVLX88 JVC GR-DVP3 JVC GR-DVP7
Canon MV 20.. Adaptator DU-200
Panasonic NV-DS1. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS5. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS27. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS33. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS35. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS37. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS55. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS77. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DS99. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-DX100.. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-EX1. Dockingstation Panasonic NV-EX3. Dockingstation Metz CC34.. Adaptator Grundig DLC1.. Adaptator

Restriction

Sony DCR-SC100. Serial Number < 10200 Sony DCR-TRV9E.. Serial Number < 52500 Sony DCR-VX1000E. Serial Number < 42300 Sony DCR-VX9000E. Serial Number < 15900 Panasonic NV-DS27. Serial Number < J. Panasonic NV-DS88. If bought before 2002 JVC GR-DVL140. If bought before Sept. 01 JVC GR-DVL150. If bought before Sept. 01

Recording format for DVD-RW
When you use a DVD-RW, you can choose the recording format from VIDEO mode or VR mode. In this manual, VIDEO mode is indicated as and VR mode as.
A recording format that is compatible with most DVD devices, especially after finalizing. In VIDEO mode, only the most recent image can be erased. A recording format that enables editing with your camcorder (deleting and rearranging the order of images). A finalized disc can be played back in DVD devices that support VR mode.
VIDEO mode and VR mode Glossary (p.118)

Disc format features

Disc types and symbols
Figures in parentheses ( ) indicate page numbers.
DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL
Symbols used in this manual Both 16:9 (wide) and 4:3 movie can be recorded on the same disc (37) Deleting the most recent recording (49) Deleting or editing recordings on your camcorder

z z z z z

z z z z

z z z

z z z z
Using a disc repeatedly even if the disc becomes full by formatting*2 (59) Finalizing required to play on other devices (44) Creating the DVD menu when you finalize the disc
Making longer recordings on a side of a disc
*1 Refer to the instruction manual of your DVD device to see whether it supports the VR mode of DVD-RW. *2 Formatting deletes all recordings and returns the recording medium to its original empty state (p.59). Even when using a new disc, format it with your camcorder (p.28). *3 Finalizing is required to play the disc in a DVD drive on a computer. A DVD+RW that is not finalized may cause the computer to malfunction.

Using your camcorder

1Preparing
(See page 21 to 30.) Select the disc that best suits your needs. Do you want to delete or edit images on your camcorder? Yes No Do you want to delete images and reuse the disc? Yes No

For long recording

* Select the recording format and format the disc on your camcorder (p.28).

z Tips

You can select the disc from [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p.58).
2Recording, playback, editing
(See pages 34, 39, and 48.) What you can do with your camcorder depends on the type of disc (p.15).
3Viewing on your camcorder
(See pages 32 and 39) You can also connect it to a TV for viewing (p.42).
Continued on the next page

Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation
You cannot use some buttons/functions during Easy Handycam operation since they are automatically set (p. 85). [Invalid during Easy Handycam operation.] may appear if operations not available during Easy Handycam operation are attempted.
To view movies on a disc on other devices (Finalize)
To view movies stored on a disc on a DVD device or a computer, you need to "finalize" the disc. For details on finalize operation, see page 44.
For DVD-R, DVD+R DL, you cannot reuse the disc or record additional movies onto the disc once you finalize the disc even if the disc has free space. During Easy Handycam operation, the DVD menu is fixed to [STYLE1]. You cannot record additional scenes on a finalized disc during Easy Handycam operation (p. 60).
To cancel Easy Handycam operation
Press EASY B again. from the screen. disappears
Menu settings during Easy Handycam operation
Press (HOME) H(or I) to display the menu items available for setup changes (p.18, 62).
You can neither delete nor edit movies on the disc during Easy Handycam operation. Most of the menu items automatically return to the default settings. The settings of some menu items are fixed. For more details, see page 85. DVD-RW are formatted in VIDEO mode (p. 14). (OPTION) will not appear. Cancel Easy Handycam operation if you want to add effects to images or change settings.

Recording

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

(HOME) D

START/STOP C

(HOME) D START/STOP B

Adjusting the grip belt
Adjust and fasten the grip belt as illustrated, and hold your camcorder properly.
If the access lamps (page 28, 29) is on after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the disc or Memory Stick Duo. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the battery or AC Adaptor.
Movies are recorded on the disc. For recordable time, see page 14.
Still images are recorded on the Memory Stick Duo. For the number of recordable still images, see page 66.
switch A until the (Still) lamp turns on. Recording/Playback
2 Press START/STOP B (or C).

2 Press PHOTO F.

Dividing a movie within the Playlist
1 Touch (OTHERS) of the (HOME) menu t [PLAYLIST EDIT]. 2 Touch [DIVIDE]. 3 Select the movie that you want to divide.
The playback of the selected movie starts.
4 Touch at the point where you want to divide the movie into scenes.

The movie pauses.

5 Touch b Notes
A slight difference may occur from the point where you touch and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on about half-second increments.
Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders
You can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Connect the device in either of the following ways. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 22). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
Since dubbing is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate.
A/V OUT jack : Video/Signal flow
VCRs or DVD/ HDD recorders
A A/V connecting cable (supplied) Connect to the input jack of the other device. B A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) When connecting to another device via the S VIDEO jack, by using an A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional), higher quality images can be produced than with an A/V connecting cable. Connect the white and red plug (left/right audio) and the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of the A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional). The yellow plug connection is not necessary. S VIDEO connection only will not output audio.
To hide the screen indicators (such as a counter, etc.) on the screen of the monitor device connected, set (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [DISP OUTPUT] t [LCD PANEL] (the default setting) on the HOME MENU (p. 71). To record the date/time and camera settings data, display them on the screen (p. 67). When you are connecting your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack, and the red (right channel) or the white (left channel) plug to the audio input jack on the device.
Printing recorded images (PictBridge
1 Insert the recorded disc into your

camcorder.

compliant printer)
You can print out still images using a PictBridge compliant printer, without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor to obtain power from the wall outlet (p. 22). Insert the Memory Stick Duo containing still images into your camcorder and turn on the printer.

2 Turn on your camcorder, and
press (VIEW IMAGES). Set [TV TYPE] according to the display device (p. 42, 70).
3 Insert the recording media in the
recording device. If your recording device has an input selector, set it to the input mode.
Connecting your camcorder to the printer
4 Connect your camcorder to the
recording device (VCR or DVD/ HDD recorder) with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) 2. Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device.
1 Turn on your camcorder. 2 Connect the
(USB) jack of your camcorder to the printer using the USB cable (p. 113). [USB SELECT] appears on the screen automatically.
5 Start the playback on your
camcorder, and record it on the recording device. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your recording device for details.

3 Touch [

PRINT].
When connection is complete, (PictBridge connecting) appears on the screen.
6 When dubbing is finished, stop
the recording device, and then your camcorder.
One of the still images stored on the Memory Stick Duo will be displayed.
We can guarantee the operation of only models that are PictBridge compatible.
Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) (Continued)

Printing

Refer also to the instruction manual of the printer to be used. Do not attempt the following operations when is on the screen. The operations may not be performed properly. To operate the POWER switch. To press (VIEW IMAGES) To disconnect the USB cable from the printer. To remove the Memory Stick Duo from your camcorder If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB cable, turn the printer off and on again, and restart the operation from the beginning. You can select only the paper sizes that the printer can print. On some printer models, the top, bottom, right, and left edges of images may be trimmed. If you print a still image recorded in a 16:9 (wide) ratio, the left and right ends of the image may be trimmed widely. Some printer models may not support the date printing function. Refer to your printers instruction manual for details. You may not be able to print the following: images edited by a computer images recorded by other devices images of 3MB or more images with a pixel size larger than 28482136
1 Touch the still image to be

printed.

The selected image is marked with Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch screen. to return to the previous

2 Touch

(OPTION), set the following options, then touch. [COPIES]: Set number of copies of a still image to be printed. You can set up to 20 copies. [DATE/TIME]: Select [DATE], [DAY&TIME], or [OFF] (no date/time printed). [SIZE]: Select the paper size. If you do not change the setting, go to step 3.

REC MODE (Recording mode)
You can select an image quality of the movie from three levels. HQ
Records in high quality mode. (9M (HQ))
WIDE SELECT (DCRDVD108/DVD608)
You can select the aspect ratio according to the TV connected.Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. B 4:3
Records images to the full screen on a 4:3 TV screen.
Records in standard quality mode. (6M (SP))

16:9 WIDE (

Records images to the full screen on a 16:9 (wide) TV screen. b Notes
When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system and play back the disc, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9]. The TV switches to full mode automatically. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. Set [TV TYPE] correctly according to the TV connected for playback (p. 70).
Increases the recording time (Long Play). (3M (LP)) b Notes
If you record in the LP mode, the quality of scenes may be degraded, or scenes with quick movements may appear with a block noise when you play back the disc.
See page 14 on the expected recording time of each recording mode.

DIGITAL ZOOM

You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom greater than optical zoom magnification (p. 36). Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom.

STEADYSHOT

You can compensate for camera shake (the default setting is [ON]). Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when using a tripod (optional), then the image becomes natural.
AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto slow shutter)
The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming factor. The zooming zone appears when you select the zooming level.
When this is set to [ON] (the default setting), the shutter speed is automatically reduced to 1/30 second when recording in dark conditions.
For DCR-DVD108/DVD608 B OFF
Up to 40 zoom is performed optically.

REMAINING

B AUTO
Displays the remaining disc indicator for about 8 seconds in situations such as those described below. When your camcorder recognizes the remaining disc capacity with the POWER switch set to (Movie). When you press DISP/BATT INFO to switch the indicator from off to on with the POWER switch set to (Movie). When you select the movie recording mode on the HOME MENU.
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.

About battery life

Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one. Each batterys life is governed by storage, operating and environmental conditions.
About handling of your camcorder

On use and care

Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations: Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never leave them exposed to temperatures above 60 C (140 F), such as under direct sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They may malfunction or become deformed. Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. The camcorder may malfunction. Near strong radio waves or radiation. The camcorder may not be able to record properly. Near AM receivers and video equipment. Noise may occur. On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may be exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen. Anywhere very humid. Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example, from rain or sea water. If your camcorder gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. Be particularly careful of the lens. Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF (CHG) when you are not using your camcorder. Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for example, and operate it. Doing so might cause heat to build up inside. When disconnecting the power cord, pull it by the plug and not the cord. Do not damage the power cord such as by placing anything heavy on it. Keep metal contacts clean. Keep the Remote Commander and button-type battery out of childrens reach. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: consult your local authorized Sony service facility. wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin. if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor.
x When not using your camcorder for a long time

Periodically turn it on and let it run such as by playing back discs or recording for about 3 minutes. Remove a disc from your camcorder. Use up the battery pack completely before storing it.

Moisture condensation

If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the disc, or on the pickup lens. This may cause a malfunction to your camcorder. x If moisture condensation has occurred Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without turning it on. x Note on moisture condensation Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a humid place as follows: You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device. You bring your camcorder from an air conditioned car or room into a hot place outside. You use your camcorder after a squall or a shower. You use your camcorder in a hot and humid place. x How to prevent moisture condensation When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about 1 hour).
x To clean the LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, it is recommended you use a soft cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Use cleaning paper moistened with the liquid. x On adjustment of the touch panel (CALIBRATION) The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure below. It is recommended that you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor during the operation.
1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). 2 Touch (SETTINGS) t [GENERAL SET] t [CALIBRATION].
3 Touch displayed on the screen with the corner of the Memory Stick Duo or the like. The position of changes. Touch [CANCEL] to cancel.
If you did not press the right spot, try the calibration again.
Do not use a sharp-pointed object for calibration. Doing so may damage the LCD screen. You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is rotated, or closed with the screen facing out.

LCD screen

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

Electric viewfinder (color)

Image device

DCR-DVD108/DVDmm (1/6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Gross: Approx. pixels Effective (Movie): Approx. pixels Effective (Still): Approx. pixels DCR-DVD308/DVD708 3mm (1/6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Gross: Approx. 000 pixels Effective (Movie,16:9) Approx. pixels Effective (Movie,4:3) Approx. pixels Effective (Still, 4:3) Approx. 000 pixels

Input/Output connectors

Audio/Video output
10 pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 (ohms) Audio signal: 327 mV (at Load impedance 47 k (kilohms)), Output impedance less than 2.2 k (kilohms)
DCR-DVD308/DVDg (14 oz) main unit only 450 g (15 oz) including the NP-FH40 rechargeable battery pack and disc

Supplied accessories

See page 21.

AC Adaptor AC-L200/L200B

Power requirements

AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz

USB jack

mini-B

Current consumption

0.35 - 0.18 A

REMOTE jack (DCR-DVD308/DVD708)
Stereo mini-minijack ( 2.5 mm)

Power consumption

Picture
DCR-DVD108/DVD608 6.2 cm (2.5 type) DCR-DVD308/DVD708 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9)

Output voltage

DC 8.4V*

Operating temperature

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

Storage temperature

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

Total number of pixels

(560 220)

Dimensions (Approx.)

81 (1 15/3/1/4 in.) (w h d) excluding the projecting parts

General

6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)

Mass (Approx.)

170 g (6 oz) excluding the power cord * See at the label of AC Adaptor for other specifications.
Average power consumption
DCR-DVD108/DVD608 LCD:2.9W Viewfinder:2.7W DCR-DVD308/DVD708 LCD:3.2W (When the LCD backlight is on) Viewfinder:2.9W
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40

Maximum output voltage

DC8.4V

DC7.2V

Capacity

4.9 wh (680 mAh)

31.8 18.5 45.0 mm (1 5/16 3/13/16 in.) (w h d)
54.130.5 mm (2 1/5/1/4 in.) (w h d) including the projecting parts 54.130.5 mm (2 1/5/1/4 in.) (w h d) including the projecting parts with supplied battery pack NP-FH40 attached

45 g (1.6 oz)

Li-ion Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
DCR-DVD108/DVDg (13 oz) main unit only 440 g (15 oz) including the NP-FH40 rechargeable battery pack and disc

On trademarks

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

Notes on the License

ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206. "C Library," "Expat," "zlib," and "libjpeg" software are provided in your camcorder. We provide this software based on license agreements with their owners of copyright. Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications, we have an obligation to inform you of the following. Please read the following sections. Read license1.pdf in the License folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of "C Library," "Expat," "zlib," and "libjpeg" software.
On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software
The software that is eligible for the following GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred to as "GPL") or GNU Lesser General Public License (hereinafter referred to as "LGPL") are included in the camcorder. This informs you that you have a right to have access to, modify, and redistribute source code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. To download, go to the following website and select HDR-UX1/HDR-SR1. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Read license2.pdf in the License folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of "GPL," and "LGPL" software. To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is needed. If it is not installed on your computer, you can download it from the Adobe Systems web page: http://www.adobe.com/

* DCR-DVD308/DVD708

B ACCESS lamp (Disc) (28) C Disc cover OPEN switch (28) D Disc cover (28)
A Memory Stick Duo slot (29) B LCD screen/touch panel (19, 27) C (HOME) button (19, 62) D Zoom buttons (36, 41) E START/STOP button (31, 35) F (VIEW IMAGES) button (32, 39) G EASY button (31) H BACK LIGHT button (37) I Speaker Playback sounds come out from the speaker. For how to adjust the volume, see page 40. J Access lamp (Memory Stick Duo) (29) K (USB) jack (55) L RESET button Initializes all the settings, including the setting of the date and time.
M DISP/BATT INFO button (23) N WIDE SELECT button** (37)
Remote Commander (DCR-DVD308/ DVD708)
button or an item with b / B / v / V, then press ENTER to enter.
Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander.

Insulation sheet

Point the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p. 112). When no commands have been sent from the Remote Commander in a certain period, the orange frame disappears. When you press any of b / B / v / V, or ENTER again, the frame appears at the position where it was displayed last. You cannot select some buttons on the LCD screen using b / B / v / V.

A DATA CODE button (67)

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

B PHOTO button (31, 35)

The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still image.
C SCAN/SLOW buttons (32, 40) D. > (Previous/Next) buttons (32, 40) E PLAY button (32, 40) F STOP button (32, 40) G DISPLAY button (23) H Transmitter I START/STOP button (31, 35) J Power zoom buttons (36, 41) K PAUSE buttons (32, 40) L VISUAL INDEX button (32, 39)
Displays a VISUAL INDEX screen when you press this during playback.
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
M b / B / v / V / ENTER buttons
When you press any button on the VISUAL INDEX screen or Playlist, the orange frame appears on the LCD screen. Select a desired

Indicators displayed during recording/playback
Recording movies Recording still images
A Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP) (64) B HOME button (19, 62) C Remaining battery (approx.) (23) D Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) E Counter (hour/minute/second) F Disc type (14) G Recording format (14) Appears for DVD-RW only. H OPTION button (20, 73) I VIEW IMAGES button (32, 39) J 5.1ch surround recording (36)
K Quality ([FINE] / [STD]) (66) L Image size (66) M Appears while a still image is being saved. N Recording folder
As the number of still images recorded in Memory Stick Duo increases, new folders are automatically created to store them.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued)

Viewing movies

Viewing still images
A Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP) (64) B Return button C Remaining battery (approx.) (23) D Playback mode E Counter (hour/minute/second) F Disc type (14) G Previous/Next button (32, 40) H Scene number I OPTION button (20, 73) J Video operation buttons (32, 40) K 5.1ch surround recording (36)
L Image size (66) M Current still image number /Total number of recorded still images N Slide show button (41) O Previous/Next button (33, 40) P Data file name Q VISUAL INDEX button (32, 39) R Playback folder
Indicators when you made changes
Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder.

Upper left

Indicator

Meaning

PictBridge connecting (55) EZ Warning (94)

Upper right

Bottom

Indicator Meaning

Picture effect (79) Digital effect (79) 9 Manual focus (75) SCENE SELECTION (76)

Center

n 5.1ch surround recording/ playback (36) Self-timer recording (79) MICREF LEVEL low (79) Flash (67, 79) [WIDE SELECT] (64) WIDE SELECT (37)
Backlight (37) White balance (77) SteadyShot off (65) EXPOSURE (76)/ SPOT METER (76) Tele macro (75)
Data code during recording
The date, time, and camera setting data of the recorded images are recorded automatically on the disc and Memory Stick Duo. They are not displayed while recording. However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during playback (p. 67). You can view the recording date and time on another device, etc. ([SUB-T DATE], p. 65).
Fader (78) LCD backlight off (27)

NightShot plus (37) Super NightShot plus (78) Color Slow Shutter (78) Slide show set (41)

Glossary

x 5.1ch surround sound
A system that plays back sound on 6 speakers, 3 at the front (left, right and center) and 2 at the rear (right and left) with an additional low-pass subwoofer counted as a 0.1 channel for frequencies of 120 Hz or lower.

x VR mode

One of the recording formats you can select when using a DVD-RW. VR mode enables editing (deleting or sequence rearrangement) with your camcorder Finalizing the disc lets you play it back on a VR mode compatible DVD device.

x DVD menu

A menu screen that enables you to select a particular scene from a disc being played back on another device.

x VISUAL INDEX

This function displays images of movies and still images you have recorded so that you can select those scenes you want to play back.

x Dolby Digital

An audio encoding (compression) system developed by Dolby Laboratories Inc.
x Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator
Sound compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories Inc. which compresses audio efficiently while preserving high sound quality. It enables recording of 5.1ch surround sound while using disc space more efficiently. Discs created by Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator can be played back on a device compatible with the disc created on your camcorder.

x MPEG

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

x Thumbnail

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

x VIDEO mode

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

Numeric

16:9..37, 70 16:9 WIDE..64 4:3..37, 64, 70 5.1 ch surround recording..36 8cm DVD..12 Copyright.. 8, 110
FADER..78, 93 FILE NO. (File number).66 Finalize..44 FIREWORKS..76 First Step Guide.80, 83, 84 FLASH LEVEL..67 FLASH MODE.79 FOCUS..75, 89 FORMAT Disc.59 "Memory Stick Duo"..60
DATA CODE.. 67, 117 DATE/TIME.. 26, 67, 117 DC IN jack.. 22 DC plug.. 22 DELETE Disc. 48 "Memory Stick Duo". 49 DEMO MODE. 72 DIGITAL ZOOM.. 65 Disc.. 28, 100 Disc cover OPEN switch. 28 DISC INFO. 57 Disc remaining. 65 DISC SELECT GUIDE. 58 DISP OUTPUT.. 71 DISPLAY.. 68 Display indicators. 115 DIVIDE Original.. 50 Playlist. 53 Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator.. 36, 118 Double-sided disc.. 100 DST SET.. 71 Dubbing.. 54 DVD drive.. 57 DVD menu.. 47 DVD-R.. 15 DVD-RW.. 15 DVD+R DL. 15 DVD+RW.. 15 D.EFFECT (Digital effect).. 79, 93

AC Adaptor..22 Active Interface Shoe.112 Additional recording.60 AREA SET..71 Aspect ratio..37, 42, 64 AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto slow shutter).65, 93 A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off)...72 A/V connecting cable..42, 54
GENERAL SET.72 Glossary..118 Grip belt..34
BACK LIGHT.37, 89 Battery.22, 114 Battery info..23 BEACH..77 BEEP.69 BLACK FADER.78 Button-type lithium battery..114 B&W..79
HOME MENU.18, 62 CLOCK/LANG.71 GENERAL SET.72 MOVIE SETTINGS.64 OUTPUT SETTINGS.70 PHOTO SETTINGS.66 SOUND/DISP SET.69 VIEW IMAGES SET.67 HQ..64
CALIBRATION..105 CAMERA DATA..67 CANDLE..76 CD-ROM..80 Charging time..23 CLOCK SET..25 CLOCK/LANG..71 COLOR SLOW SHTR (Color Slow Shutter).78, 93 Computer..80
Icon.See Display indicators IMAGE SIZE.66 Indicators..117 INDOOR.77 InfoLITHIUM.103 Install.81 Insulation sheet.114
Easy Handycam.. 31 EDIT.. 50 EXPOSURE. 76, 93

JPEG..101 Continued ,

Index (Continued)
LANDSCAPE..77 LANGUAGE SET.71 LCD backlight..27 LCD BL LEVEL (LCD back light level)..69, 90 LCD BRIGHT..69 LCD COLOR..69 Lens cover..27 LP...64
PAL.. 98 PASTEL. 79 PHOTO SETTINGS. 66 Pickup lens.. 106 PictBridge.. 55 Picture Motion Browser. 80 PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect).. 79, 93 Playback.. 32, 39 Playback zoom. 41 Playing time.. 24 Playlist Creating. 51 Playback.. 52 PORTRAIT. 77 Power cord.. 22 Pre-installed rechargeable battery.. 107 Preparation.. 22 Print.. 55
Self-diagnosis display.. 94 SELF-TIMER.. 79 SEPIA.. 79 SETTINGS category. 62 Slide show.. 41 SNOW..77 Software. 81 SOUND/DISP SET. 69 SP... 64 Specifications.108 SPORTS (Sports lesson). 77 SPOT FOCUS..75 SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter).. 76, 92, 93 SPOTLIGHT. 77 STEADYSHOT..65 Still Images.31, 35 SUB-T DATE.. 65 SUMMERTIME. 71 SUNRISE&SUNSET.76 Supplied items..21 System requirements. 80 S.NIGHTSHOT PLS (Super NightShot plus).78, 93
Macintosh..84 Maintenance..100 MANAGE DISC/MEMORY category..57 Memory Stick Duo.29, 101 Memory Stick Duo adaptor..102 MICREF LEVEL..79 Mirror mode..37 Moisture condensation.105 MOVIE SETTINGS.64 MPEG..118

QUALITY.. 66

NIGHTSHOT LIGHT..64 NightShot plus..37 NTSC.98
REC MODE (Recording mode).. 64 Recording.. 31, 34 Recording format.. 14 Recording time.. 14, 23 REDEYE REDUC.. 67 REMAINING.. 65 Remaining battery.. 23, 115, 116 Remote Commander.. 114 REMOTE CTRL. 72 RESET button.. 113
TELE MACRO.75, 93 Telephoto.. 36 Thumbnail.118 Tripod..111 TV..42, 70 TV color system. 98 TV TYPE.42, 70 TWILIGHT. 76
ONE PUSH..77 OPTION MENU.73 Original DELETE.48 DIVIDE..50 OTHERS category.48 OUTDOOR.77 OUTPUT SETTINGS..70
UNFINALIZE.60, 92 Using abroad. 98

SCENE SELECTION.. 76, 92

VBR..14
VCR or DVD/HDD recorder...54 VF B.LIGHT (Viewfinder brightness)..69 VIDEO mode.14, 118 VIEW IMAGES SET.67 Viewfinder..27 Viewing..32 VISUAL INDEX.32, 39, 118 VOLUME..40, 69 Volume label..58 VR mode..14, 118