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Enjoying with your camcorder
Digital Video Camera Recorder

Getting Started 21

Operating Guide

Recording/Playback 31

Editing Utilizing recording media Customizing your camcorder Using a Computer Troubleshooting Additional Information 85 98
DCR-DVD108/DVD308/ DVD608/DVD708
Quick 111 Reference Spanish Quick Guide/ 122 Gua rpida en espaol
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.

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WARNING

To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them.

Cleaning

Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.

Installation

Water and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

Power Sources

This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

Power-Cord Protection

Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the appliance.

Polarization

This set may be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in.

Accessories

Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer.

Ventilation

The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials. Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided. Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into the set through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.

Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

Continued ,

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Continued)

Lightning

For added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.

Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the set is in safe operating condition.

Service

Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the set. If the set has been exposed to rain or water. If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged. If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation. When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service the set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Replacement parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Read this before operating your camcorder
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

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. ACNo.

2 Touch [ 3 Touch [

delete.

DELETE].

COMPUTER
You can connect your camcorder to a computer (p. 80).
4 Touch the image that you want to
The selected image is marked with. Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image.

Touch screen.

to return to the previous
Deleting the still images in the Memory Stick Duo

5 Touch

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

want to delete.

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

Dividing the image

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

b Notes z Tips

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

5 Touch [YES]. 6 Touch

displayed. when [Completed.] is
Use the AC Adaptor as the power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during formatting. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during formatting. When you use a double-sided disc, formatting is required on each side. You can format each side in the different recording format. In the case of DVD+RW , you cannot change the movie aspect ratio midway. Format the disc again to change the aspect ratio. You cannot format a disc that has been protected on other devices. Cancel the protection with the original device, and then format it.
1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
2 Turn on your camcorder. 3 Insert the disc that you want to
format into your camcorder.
Deleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting) (Continued)
When you use a DVD-RW while the Easy Handycam operation (p. 31) is set, the recording format is fixed to the VIDEO mode.
Recording additional scenes after finalizing
You can record additional movies on the finalized DVD-RWs/DVD+RWs after the following steps, if the disc has free space. When using the finalized DVD-RW (VR mode), you can record additional movies on the disc without an additional steps.
Formatting the Memory Stick Duo
Formatting deletes all images on a Memory Stick Duo.
1 Turn on your camcorder. 2 Insert the "Memory Stick Duo"
that you want to format into your camcorder.
When using a DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) (Unfinalizing)

3 Touch

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

When using DVD+RW

If you have created a DVD menu (p. 47) during finalizing, you must perform the following steps prior to recording additional movies.
You cannot record additional material on the disc during the Easy Handycam operation. Cancel the Easy Handycam operation.

2 Turn the POWER switch to turn

on the (Movie) lamp.

3 Insert the finalized disc into your
camcorder. A confirmation screen appears to prompt you to confirm that you wish to record additional scenes. Utilizing recording media
Use the AC Adaptor as power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during the operation. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the operation. A DVD menu created during finalizing are deleted. For a double-sided disc, perform these steps for each side of the disc. You cannot record additional scenes on the DVD-R/DVD+R DL.
What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU
You can change the recording functions and the operating settings for your convenience.
3 Touch the desired setup item.
If the item is not on the screen, touch v/ V to change the page.
1 Turn on your camcorder, then

press (HOME).

(HOME)
4 Touch the desired item.
5 Change the setting, then touch

(SETTINGS).

List of the (SETTINGS) category items

MOVIE SETTINGS (p. 64)

Items Page

OUTPUT SETTINGS (p. 70)

TV TYPE DISP OUTPUT
REC MODE NIGHTSHOT LIGHT WIDE SELECT*1 DIGITAL ZOOM STEADYSHOT AUTO SLW SHUTTR REMAINING SUB-T DATE

LANG (p. 71)

CLOCK SET*3 AREA SET DST SET/SUMMERTIME LANGUAGE SET*3

GENERAL SET (p. 72)

PHOTO SETTINGS (p. 66)
DEMO MODE CALIBRATION A.SHUT OFF REMOTE CTRL*2

72 105

IMAGE SIZE*2*3 QUALITY FILE NO. NIGHTSHOT LIGHT FLASH LEVEL*2 REDEYE REDUC*2
*1 DCR-DVD108/DVD608 *2 DCR-DVD308/DVD708 *3 Also available during Easy Handycam

operation.

*4 Only [SOUND SETTINGS] is available

VIEW IMAGES SET (p. 67)

during Easy Handycam operation.

DATA CODE DISPLAY

SOUND/DISP SET*4 (p. 69)
VOLUME*3 BEEP*3 LCD BRIGHT LCD BL LEVEL LCD COLOR VF B.LIGHT

MOVIE SETTINGS

NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
When using the NightShot plus (p. 37) or [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] (p. 78) function to record, you can record clearer images by setting [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], which emits infrared light (invisible), to [ON] (the default setting).
Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects (p. 112). Remove the conversion lens (optional). The maximum shooting distance using [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet).

the First Step Guide (p. 81).
2 Click [Install]. 3 Select the language for the
application to be installed, then click [Next].

x Sonic UDF Reader

Software required to recognize a DVD-RW (VR mode)

Viewing First Step Guide

x Windows Media Format 9 Series Runtime (Windows 2000 only)
Software required to create a DVD z Tips

x Microsoft DirectX 9.0c

Software required to handle movies Restart the computer if required to complete the installation. The short-cut icons, such as [ ] (Picture Motion Browser), appear on the desktop.
To view First Step Guide on your computer, Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver.6.0 or later is recommended. Double-click the shortcut of First Step Guide on the desktop.
You can also start this program by selecting [Start] t [Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [First Step Guide] t folder with model name of your camcorder t HTML version of First Step Guide. To view First Step Guide in HTML without installing, copy the desired language folder from the [FirstStepGuide] folder on the CD-ROM, and then double-click [Index.html]. Refer to the PDF version of First Step Guide in the following cases: When printing the desired topics of First Step Guide When First Step Guide is not displayed correctly due to the browser setting even in recommended environment. When the HTML version of First Step Guide cannot be installed.
8 Remove the CD-ROM from the
disc drive of your computer.
Refer to the "First Step Guide" for how to remove the USB cable.
After you install the software, a shortcut icon for the customers registration website is created on the desktop. Once you register on the website, you can get secure and useful customer support. http://www.sony.net/registration/di/ For the information about Picture Motion Browser, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/support-disoft/
Using a Macintosh computer
You can copy the still images from the Memory Stick Duo to the Macintosh. Install First Step Guide in the supplied CD-ROM.
The supplied software Picture Motion Browser does not operate on Mac OS. Refer to First Step Guide for the details on connecting your camcorder to the computer and copying the still images.
To copy still images from a Memory Stick Duo
OS: Mac OS 9.1/9.2 or Mac OS X (v10.1/ v10.2/v10.3/v10.4). Others: USB port (this must be provided as standard)
The First Step Guide is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer. This describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making setting. Referring to Installing the First Step Guide, start the First Step Guide, then follow the instructions.

Installing First Step Guide
Copy FirstStepGuide(PDF), stored in the desired language in the [FirstStepGuide] folder, to your computer.
Double-click FirstStepGuide(PDF). If no software for viewing PDF files is installed on your computer, you can download Adobe Reader from the following website: http://www.adobe.com/
If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer.
Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation/ Remote Commander.. 85 Batteries/Power sources.. 86 LCD screen/viewfinder.. 87 Discs/Memory Stick Duo. 87 Recording.. 88 Playing back on your camcorder. 90 Playing back a disc on other devices. 91 Editing movies on the disc.. 91 Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other devices.. 92 Connecting to a computer.. 92 Functions that cannot be used simultaneously... 92

Buttons do not work.

During Easy Handycam operation, the following buttons/functions are not available. BACK LIGHT button (p.37) Playback zoom (p.41) Turning the LCD backlight on and off (pressing and holding the DISP BATT/ INFO button for a few seconds) (p.27)
The (OPTION) button is not displayed.
The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation.
The menu settings have been changed.
Most menu items automatically return to their default settings during Easy Handycam operation. The following menu items are fixed during Easy Handycam operation: Movie recording mode: [SP] QUALITY] for still images: [FINE] [ [DATA CODE]: [DATE/TIME] Recording format for DVD-RW: [VIDEO] The following menu items return to their default settings if the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) for more than 12 hours: [FOCUS] [SPOT FOCUS] [EXPOSURE] [SPOT METER] [SCENE SELECTION] [WHITE BAL. ] [MICREF LEVEL]
Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation/Remote Commander
The power does not turn on.
Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 22). Connect the plug of the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (p. 22).
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on. This is not a malfunction. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it after about 1 minute. If the functions still do not work, press the RESET button (p. 113) using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press the RESET button, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset.) The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.

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

The BACK LIGHT function does not function.
The BACK LIGHT function cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation.
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.

The recording stops.

The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Moisture condensation has occurred with the disc. Turn off your camcorder and leave it about 1 hour in a cool place (p. 105).
The color of the image is not correctly displayed.
Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to OFF (p. 37).
There is a time difference between the point where you press START/ STOP and the point that the recorded movie starts/stops.
On your camcorder, there may be a slight time difference between the point where you press START/STOP and the actual point that recording movie starts/stops. This is not a malfunction.
The screen image is bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen.
The screen image is dark, and the subject does not appear on the screen (DCR-DVD308/DVD708).
Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds to turn on the backlight (DCRDVD308/DVD708) (p. 27).
The movie aspect ratio (16:9/4:3) cannot be changed. (DCR-DVD308/ DVD708)
You cannot change the movie aspect ratio if your disc is DVD+RW.
Undesirable flicker occurs.
This occurs when recording images under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury lamp. This is not malfunction.
The auto focus does not function.
Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO] (p. 75). The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p. 75).
A vertical band appears when recording candlelight or electric light in the dark.
This occurs when the contrast between the subject and the background is too high. This is not a malfunction.
Playing back on your camcorder
You cannot play back a disc.
Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder and press (VIEW IMAGES). On the HOME MENU, touch (VIEW IMAGES), then [VISUAL INDEX]. Check out the disc compatibility (p. 14). Insert a disc with the recording side facing your camcorder (p.28). The disc that was recorded, formatted, of finalized on other devices may not be played back on your camcorder.

Area setting

Lisbon, London Berlin, Paris Helsinki, Cairo, Istanbul Moscow, Nairobi Tehran Abu Dhabi, Baku Kabul Karachi, Islamabad Calcutta, New Delhi Almaty, Dhaka Rangoon Bangkok, Jakarta Hong Kong, Singapore, Beijing Seoul, Tokyo Adelaide, Darwin Melbourne, Sydney
+11:00 +12:00 12:00 11:00 10:00 09:00 08:00 07:00 06:00 05:00 04:00 03:30 03:00 02:00 01:00
Solomon Is. Fiji, Wellington Eniwetok, Kwajalein Midway Is., Samoa Hawaii Alaska Los Angeles, Tijuana Denver, Arizona Chicago, Mexico City New York, Bogota Santiago St. John s Brasilia, Montevideo Fernando de Noronha Azores, Cape Verde Is.
Maintenance and precautions

About the Disc

See page 14 for the details of discs which you can use with your camcorder.

symbol

Hold the disc by its edge while supporting the center hole lightly. Do not touch the recording side (the opposite of the printed side when using a single-sided disc).
Before shooting, be sure to remove dust and fingerprints from the disc with a soft cloth. Otherwise you may not be able to record or play normally in some situations using that disc. When you set the disc in your camcorder, press firmly until it clicks. When the message [C:13:ss] appears on the LCD screen, open the disc cover and set the disc again. Do not attach any adhesive material such as a sticker on the surface of a disc. If you do so, the disc may become unbalanced, and this may cause a malfunction of the disc or your camcorder.
Place the symbol facing outwards. Recording is made on the rear side.
Use of double-sided discs
Double-sided discs allow you to record both sides of a disc. x Recording on the A side Place the disc in your camcorder with the side with the symbol at the center facing outwards until it clicks.
When using a double-sided disc, take care not to smudge the surface with fingerprints. When a double-sided disc is used in your camcorder, recording/playback are performed on that side only. You cannot switch to record on or play back the other side with the disc set to the camcorder. When recording/playback of one side is complete, remove the disc and turn it over to access the other side. Perform the following operations on each side of a double-sided disc:
Finalizing (p. 44) Unfinalizing (p. 60) Formatting (p. 59)
Care and storage of the discs
Keep the disc clean, or the image quality of the audio and video output may deteriorate. Clean the disc with a soft cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out. For dirt, clean the disc with a soft cloth slightly moistened in water, then remove the moisture with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use solvents such as benzine, cleaners intended for vinyl LPs or antistatic spray, as they may cause a malfunction to the disc.

About the Memory Stick

A "Memory Stick" is a compact, portable IC recording medium with a large data capacity. You can use only a "Memory Stick Duo," which is about the half size of a standard "Memory Stick," with your camcorder. However, we do not guarantee the operation of all types of "Memory Stick Duo" on your camcorder.

Types of Memory Stick Recording/ Playback
Memory Stick (without MagicGate) Memory Stick Duo*1 (without MagicGate) MagicGate Memory Stick

a a*2*3 a*3 a*2*3

Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or leave it in a humid place. When you carry or store the disc, put it in its case. When you want to write letters or marks, etc. on a single-sided disc, write only on the printed side using an oil-based marker with a felt-tip, and do not touch the ink until it dries. Do not heat the disc or use a sharp-pointed tool, such as ball point pen. Do not dry the surface by heating. You cannot write, or mark, on double-sided discs.
Memory Stick Duo*1 (with MagicGate) MagicGate Memory Stick Duo *1 Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo *1
*1 A Memory Stick Duo is about half the size of a standard Memory Stick. *2 The types of Memory Stick that support high speed data transfer. The speed of data transfer varies depending on the device to be used. *3 MagicGate is a copyright protection technology that records and transfers the contents in an encrypted format. Note that data that uses MagicGate technology cannot be recorded or played on your camcorder. Still image format: Your camcorder compresses and records image data in the JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format. The file extension is.JPG. File names of still images: 101- 0001: This file name appears on the screen of your camcorder. DSC00001.JPG: This file name appears on the display of a computer. A Memory Stick Duo formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder. Continued ,
Maintenance and precautions (Continued)
Data read/write speed may vary depending on the combination of the Memory Stick and Memory Stick compliant product you use.
Do not insert anything other than a Memory Stick Duo into the Memory Stick Duo slot. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
On a Memory Stick Duo with a write-protect tab
You can prevent accidental erasure of images when you slide the write-protect tab on the Memory Stick Duo with a small tapered object, to the write-protect position.
x On a location for use Do not use or keep the Memory Stick Duo in the following locations:
Places subject to extremely high temperature, such as a car parked outside in the summer. Places under direct sunlight. Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases.

Damaged or lost image data will not be compensated for, and may occur in the following cases:
If you eject the Memory Stick Duo, turn the power off on your camcorder, or remove the battery pack for replacement while your camcorder is reading or writing image files on the Memory Stick Duo (while the access lamp is lit or flashing). If you use the Memory Stick Duo near magnets or magnetic fields.
x On the Memory Stick Duo adaptor After inserting a Memory Stick Duo into the Memory Stick Duo adaptor, you can use it with a standard Memory Stick compliant device.
When using a Memory Stick Duo with a Memory Stick compliant device, be sure to insert the Memory Stick Duo into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor. When inserting a Memory Stick Duo into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor, make sure the Memory Stick Duo is inserted facing in the correct direction, then insert it all the way in. Note that improper use may cause a malfunction. Also, if you force the Memory Stick Duo into the Memory Stick Duo adaptor in the wrong direction, it may be damaged. Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo adaptor without a Memory Stick Duo attached. Doing so may result in malfunctions of the unit.
It is recommended you make a back-up of important data on the hard disk of a computer. x On handling a Memory Stick Keep the following in mind when handling a Memory Stick Duo.
Be careful not to apply excessive force when writing on a memo area on a Memory Stick Duo. Do not attach a label or the like on a Memory Stick Duo or a Memory Stick Duo adaptor. When you carry or store a Memory Stick Duo, put it in its case. Do not touch, or allow metallic objects to come into contact with the terminals. Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to the Memory Stick Duo. Do not disassemble or modify the Memory Stick Duo. Do not let the Memory Stick Duo get wet. Be careful to keep Memory Stick Duo media out of the reach of small children. There is danger that a child might swallow it.
x On a Memory Stick PRO Duo The maximum memory capacity of a Memory Stick PRO Duo that can be used on your camcorder is 4 GB.
On image data compatibility
Image data files recorded on a Memory Stick Duo by your camcorder conform to the Design rule for Camera File system universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). On your camcorder, you cannot play back still images recorded on other devices (DCRTRV900 or DSC-D700/D770) that do not conform to the universal standard. (These models are not sold in some regions.)
If you cannot use a Memory Stick Duo that has been used with another device, format it with your camcorder (p. 60). Note that formatting erases all information on the Memory Stick Duo. You may not be able to play back images with your camcorder: When playing back image data modified on your computer. When playing back image data recorded with other devices.
To use the battery pack effectively

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/
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Identifying parts and controls
The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.
A Power zoom lever (36, 41) B PHOTO button (31, 35) C POWER switch (25) D Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (27) E Eyecup (106) F Viewfinder (27) G (25) H Battery pack (22) I START/STOP button (31, 35) J NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch (37) K CHG (charge) lamp (22) L DC IN jack (22) M Grip belt (34) (Movie)/ (Still) mode lamps
N Tripod receptacle Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw. O BATT (battery) release lever (22)
Identifying parts and controls (Continued)
A Active Interface Shoe * The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your accessory for details. The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then tighten the screw. To remove an accessory, loosen the screw, and then press down and pull out the accessory.