Certain countries or regions may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority.

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What you can do with your DVD Handycam
Your DVD Handycam uses DVD-R and DVD-RW as a recording media. You can enjoy your DVD Handycam in ways that are new and different from those of a tape media-based camcorder. Read the next few pages to find out how.
You can find a scene quickly using a Visual Index display.
The Visual Index display shows thumbnails of movies and still images recorded on the disc in your DVD Handycam. You can find the desired scene quickly using this convenient index.
You can play back still images, one after another.
You can play back still images one after another on your DVD Handycam. You can also enjoy the playback of still images continuously on a DVD player if you finalize the disc.
You can play back a disc recorded with your DVD Handycam on your DVD player.
You can play back a disc recorded with your DVD Handycam on DVD players that can play back DVD-R/DVD-RW.
You can edit and copy a disc easily by connecting your DVD Handycam to your computer.
You can edit and copy a disc easily on your computer using the supplied ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam software. It also enables you to produce your own original DVD disc.
What is the difference between DVD-R and DVD-RW?
Two types of discs are available and they are different in the following ways.

Which disc can I use?

8cm DVD-Rs and 8cm DVD-RWs are available.
How can I choose between these two discs?
The number of recordable times is different for the two discs. Choose the one that meets your needs.

8cm DVD-R

You can use the following discs: DMR30 (single-sided disc) DMR60DS (double-sided disc)
DVD-Rs can be recorded only once.
They are suitable for long-term records and for making backup copies. Recorded in VIDEO mode.

8cm DVD-RW

You can use the following discs: DMW30 (single-sided disc) DMW60DS (double-sided disc) Discs other than these two types cannot be used in your DVD Handycam. Examples of incompatible discs 12cm DVD-R 12cm DVD-RW DVD+R DVD-RAM DVD+RW DVD-ROM CD-R CD-RW
DVD-RWs can be overwritten repeatedly.
They are suitable for source gathering and temporary recordings. You can choose VIDEO mode or VR mode to make your recordings.

Discs recorded in VR mode
Only DVD-RWs can be recorded in VR mode. Finalizing is required only when other DVD-RW compatible players cannot play the disc. You can record again with your camcorder on a finalized disc recorded in VR mode. Compatible players: DVD players that can play back DVD-RWs in VR mode. Note You may not be able to play certain finalized discs, depending on the disc and the players.
Checking the supplied accessories
Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2
1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (page 142) 2 AC-L15A/L15B AC adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (page 16) 3 NP-FM50 rechargeable battery pack (1) (page 15) 4 A/V connecting cable (1)
5 Shoulder strap (1) 6 Lens cap (1) (page 28) 7 USB cable (Hi-SPEED USB compatible) (1) (page 92) 8 DVD-R (DMR30) (1) 9 CD-ROM (SPVD-011 USB Driver) (1) q; Cleaning cloth (1)
Step 1 Preparing the power source
Installing/removing the battery pack
To install the battery pack, slide it in and up in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
To remove the battery pack
Slide the battery pack in the direction of arrow while pressing the battery release button. Slide the battery pack down.

BATT release button

Step 1 Preparing the power source Charging the installed battery pack
Your camcorder operates only with the InfoLITHIUM battery pack (M series). See page 130 for more information on the InfoLITHIUM battery pack.
Open the DC IN jack cover.

POWER/CHG lamp

With the v mark on the DC plug facing up

Power cord AC adaptor

Make sure that the battery pack is installed on the camcorder. Open the DC IN jack cover, then connect the AC adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plugs v mark facing up. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor. Connect the power cord to the wall outlet. Charging begins. The POWER/CHG lamp lights in orange during the charge, then turns off when the charge is completed (full charge).
After charging the battery pack
Disconnect the AC adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. Notes Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC adaptor. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC adaptor. Place the AC adaptor near a wall outlet. If any trouble occurs with this unit while using the AC adaptor, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as possible to cut off the power. The POWER/CHG lamp may flash if the battery pack is not installed correctly or the battery pack is damaged.

Set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. Set the geographical area, then daylight savings time([DST]), the year, the month, the day, the hour and the minute, in that order. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] display appears whenever you turn on your camcorder or change the mode dial. If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the date and time settings may be cleared from memory because the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder will have been discharged during that time. In that case, charge the built-in rechargeable battery by connecting the AC adaptor, and set the date and time again (page 16, 134).

OPEN button

Open the LCD screen while pressing OPEN. Turn the power on by pressing the POWER button for a few seconds. The CLOCK SET display appears.
CLOCK SET AREA 26 GMT New Yor k,Bogota DST OFF DATE Y M D : -5.0

[ ENTER ] : NEXT ITEM

Use the multi-selector to select the desired geographical area.

Multi-selector

Select with V/v/B/b and press the button in the center to confirm your selection.
CLOCK SET GMT AREA 26 N ew Yo r k , B o g o t a DST DATE OFF ON Y
Use the multi-selector to set daylight savings time ([DST]) to [ON], if necessary.
CLOCK SET AREA 26 GMT N ew Yo r k , B o g o t a DST OFF DATE Y 2004 M JAN D : 00AM -5.0
Use the multi-selector to set the year.
Set the month, day, hour and minute with the same procedure as in step 5, and then press the button in the center. The clock starts to move. The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. 12:00 AM stands for midnight. 12:00 PM stands for noon.
Note When setting the date and time, you cannot go back to a previously set item. If you make a mistake, press the SETUP button twice and re-start from the beginning of the step by selecting (SETUP MENU) , then [CLOCK SET].
Tips If the CLOCK SET display does not appear in step 2, press SETUP, then select (SETUP MENU), then [CLOCK SET] using the multi-selector. If the SETUP display appears after step 6, press SETUP. The SETUP display disappears.
Step 4 Setting the date and time Simple setting of the clock using a time difference
You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting the area. In the SETUP display use the multi-selector to select (OTHERS) then [AREA SET].

JAN 11:23:45AM

Date and time The date and time are displayed about 5 seconds after the power is turned on.
Notes The remaining battery time indicator shows the approximate continuous recording time remaining. The indicator may not be displayed accurately, depending on the conditions under which you are recording. When you close the LCD screen and open it again, it may take some time for the correct remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed. The recording data (date/time or various settings in effect when shooting) are not displayed while recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto the disc. To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback (page 59).
Shooting movies Selecting the recording mode
Your camcorder records in the HQ (high quality) mode, SP (standard play) mode, and the LP (long play) mode. Your camcorder is set to SP mode as the default setting.
Set the mode dial to Press SETUP.

(Movie).

Use the multi-selector to select
DISC SET REC MODE FORMAT FINALIZE UNFINALIZE DISC TITLE RETURN STBY SP

(DISC SET).

REMAIN [30min] [ SETUP ] : END
Use the multi-selector to select [REC MODE].
DISC SET REC MODE FORMAT FINALIZE UNFINALIZE DISC TITLE RETURN STBY HQ SP LP
Use the multi-selector to select the desired recording mode.
Recording mode HQ SP LP Recording time* 20 minutes 30 minutes 60 minutes Details High quality Standard play Long play
* The numbers are for the reference. The table shows approximate recording time and the above numbers apply to a single-sided disc, and it will be doubled for a double-sided disc.
Press SETUP. The SETUP display disappears from the LCD display.
Notes You can record for a longer time in the LP mode, but the recording mode is degraded compared with the SP mode. Block noise may appear in scenes with quick movement. When you shoot an object that moves fast, the time available for recording may shorten. You cannot operate in the 16:9 Wide mode when you set the recording mode to [LP] in VIDEO mode.
Shooting movies Using the zoom feature
Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Using the zoom sparingly results in better-looking recordings. W: For wide-angle (subject appears farther away) T : For telephoto (subject appears closer)

Shooting still images Selecting the still image quality and size
To select the still image quality
You can select the image quality from [FINE] or [STANDARD] for still image recording. The default setting is [FINE].

(Still). (CAMERA SET).

MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE FLASH MODE FLASH LVL WHT BAL
Use the multi-selector to select [QUALITY].
CAMERA SET SELFTIMER BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE N. S. LIGHT RETURN OFF
Use the multi-selector to select the desired image quality. The amount of recording data varies depending on the settings for image quality.
Image quality settings FINE (FINE): Use this mode when you want to record high quality images. The images are compressed to about 1/4. STANDARD (STD): This is the standard image quality level for your camcorder. The images are compressed to about 1/10.
To select the still image size
You can select either of 2 image sizes, or 640 480. The default setting is 1152 864.

(CAMERA SET).

Use the multi-selector to select [IMAGESIZE].
CAMERA SET SELFTIMER BURST QUALITY IMAGESIZE N. S. LIGHT RETURN
1152 x x 480 REMAIN [2000]
Use the multi-selector to select the desired image size. The indicator changes as follows:

1152 640

Press SETUP The SETUP display disappears from the LCD display.
Number of still images recordable on a disc
Your camcorder compresses image data in JPEG format (extension.jpg). Default image data file name is as following: 100-0001: This file name appears on the LCD display of your camcorder. DSC00001.jpg: This file name appears on the display of your personal computer. Number may vary depending on the settings of the image quality, the image size and the type of images you are shooting. Recordable number DVD-RW DVD-R VIDEO VR VIDEO

Image quality

FINE STANDARD

Image size

640 480
The table shows approximate recordable number and the above numbers apply to a single-sided disc, and it will be doubled for a double-sided disc.
File size of still images

File size 640 480

150 KB 60 KB

1152 864

16:9WIDE

Use the multi-selector to select (CAMERA SET).
CAMERA SET SELFTIMER D ZOOM 16 : 9WIDE STEADYSHOT N. S. LIGHT RETURN OFF

[c]*1 [b]*2

Use the multi-selector to select [16:9WIDE].
CAMERA SET SELFTIMER D ZOOM 16 : 9WIDE STEADYSHOT N. S. LIGHT RETURN

OFF ON

Use the multi-selector to select [ON].
*1 When 16:9 Wide mode switches to full mode, the picture appears on the TV screen at the right ratio. *2 When you play back in ordinary TV (4:3 mode), the picture may be compressed. When you play back in 16:9 Wide mode, the picture appears as you see it on the LCD display or in the viewfinder.
To cancel the 16:9 Wide mode
Set [16:9WIDE] to [OFF] in step 5.
Notes You cannot select [OLD MOVIE] (page 54) during recording in the 16:9 Wide mode. When you select VIDEO mode, setting the recording mode to [LP] cancels the 16:9 Wide mode. You cannot change a movie recorded in the 16:9 Wide mode to the normal aspect. Tips Pictures recorded in 16:9 Wide mode automatically appear on the TV screen at full size when: you connect your camcorder to a TV that is compatible with the video ID (ID-1/ID-2) system. you connect your camcorder to the S VIDEO jack on the TV. The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio (screen horizontal/vertical ratio) information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) along with the video signals. The ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted between video signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment using the A/V connecting cable.
Adjusting the white balance manually
Normally white balance is adjusted automatically. Adjust manually in the following cases: When shooting in a place that the light condition changes often such as a party hall. When shooting a night scene and a neon sign.
To return to the automatic white balance mode
Set (MANUAL SET) [WHT BAL] to [AUTO] in the SETUP display. Notes In the [HOLD] white balance, set the white balance to [AUTO] and reset it to [HOLD] after a few seconds: when you change the [PROGRAM AE] setting. when you take your camcorder outdoors from inside a house, or vice versa. If you remove the power source longer than five minutes, the white balance returns to [AUTO] automatically. Tips If the picture is being taken in a studio lit with a video light (optional), it is recommended that you record using [INDOOR]. When you record under fluorescent lighting, use the [AUTO] or [HOLD]. Your camcorder may not adjust the white balance correctly when you use [INDOOR]. In the automatic white balance mode, point your camcorder at a white subject for about 10 seconds after turning the power on to get a better adjustment: after you replace the battery pack. when you take your camcorder outdoors from inside a house while holding the exposure, or vice versa. When you slide the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON, white balance returns to [AUTO].

Use the multi-selector to select [EDIT MOVIE]. The Movie edit display appears.
Use the multi-selector to select [DIVIDE]. A thumbnail list of movies on the disc appears.

JAN 1/2

Use the multi-selector to select the scene to be divided. The playback of the selected movie starts.
Press the center of the multi-selector at the point at which you want to divide the movie into scenes. The movie pauses.

DIVIDE EXEC.

0:02:05 RET.

2:40 [ ] : RETURN

Note A slight difference may occur from the point where you press c/C and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on half-second increments.

DIVIDE 0:02:05

EXEC. [ ] : RETURN RET. [EDIT] : END
Use the multi-selector to select [EXEC.] again. Dividing of the movie starts. It returns to the movie edit display when the dividing is completed.
Editing the original data Deleting movies/still images
Note that this operation actually deletes recorded data from the disc. Insert a recorded DVD-RW into your camcorder. Notes When you delete movies, the movies registered to the Playlist are also deleted. Deleting scenes may not provide enough space to record movies or still images additionally.
Use the multi-selector to select [EDIT MOVIE] or [EDIT STILL]. The movie or still images edit display appears.
Use the multi-selector to select [DELETE].
Use the multi-selector to select [SELECT]. A thumbnail list of the movies or still images recorded on the disc appears.

EDIT EXEC. DELETE RET.

Use the multi-selector to select a scene. The selected scene is marked with. Repeat this step to select multiple movies or still images.
Pressing N starts playback of the selected scene. Press x to return to the display to select others.

EDIT DELETE

DEL. FROM PLAYLIST, TOO EXEC. RET.
Use the multi-selector to select [EXEC.]. The selected movies or still images are deleted from the disc. It returns to the item selection display when the deletion is completed.

Viewing/duplicating discs/editing the recordings on your computer
Connecting your camcorder to your computer Introduction Installing the USB driver
Start the following operation before connecting the USB cable to your computer. Install the USB driver to control your camcorder from your computer. If you are using Windows 2000 Professional or Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Log on as administrator.
Move the cursor to [USB Driver] and click. InstallShield Wizard program starts up.
Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. When your computer is already turned on, close all the software. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The installation menu window appears.
Click [Next]. The USB driver installation starts. [InstallShield Wizard Complete] dialog box appears after a while.
If the menu window does not appear, double-click [My Computer], then [ImageMixer] (CD-ROM Drive). The menu window appears after a while.
Click [Finish]. The USB driver installation is completed.
Note If you connect the USB cable before USB driver installation is complete, the USB driver will not be properly installed. Install the USB driver again following the steps in If you cannot install the USB driver (page 98).
Connecting your camcorder to your computer Introduction Installing software
Install the ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam (hereinafter referred to as ImageMixer) software that manages movies and still images transferred from your camcorder on your computer, and the WINASPI software that manages writing data on CD-Rs/CD-RWs.
Follow the instructions given in the onscreen messages. When the [Setup Type] window appears, make sure that [NTSC] is selected and continue the procedure. The [InstallShield Wizard Complete] dialog box appears.
When the USB driver installation is completed, click [ImageMixer] on the menu window. Install Wizard program starts up and the [Choose Setup Language] window appears. If the menu window does not appear, double-click [My Computer], then [ImageMixer] (CD-ROM Drive). The menu window appears after a while.
Click [Finish]. The installation of ImageMixer is completed. The installation dialog box of WINASPI appears.
Select the language to be used and click [OK].
Click [OK], and follow the instructions given in the on-screen messages. When The [InstallShield Wizard Complete] dialog box appears, click [Finish]. Take out the CD-ROM from the CDROM drive after the computer restarts.
Note On a computer without DirectX 8.0a or later, DirectX installation starts. Follow the instructions given in the on-screen messages and restart the computer after the installation is complete.

Consulting the on-line help
An ImageMixer on-line help is available where you can find detailed operating instructions for ImageMixer software.
Disconnect your camcorder from the computer following To disconnect the USB cable (page 97). Install the USB driver again following Installing the USB driver (page 92). After InstallShield Wizard complete dialog box disappears, restart your computer. Connect your camcorder to the computer following Connecting your camcorder to the computer (page 94). The USB driver installation and the connection between your camcorder and the computer is completed.
Click located at the top right of the window. Or, click [Start] t [Programs] ([All Programs] in Windows XP) t [PIXELA] t [ImageMixer] t [Help]. The ImageMixer Help window appears. Find the information you need from the table of contents.
To close the on-line help

Click the window.

button at the top right of the
If you have any questions about ImageMixer ImageMixer is a product of PIXELA Corporation. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder.
Viewing scenes recorded on your computer
You must install the USB driver and the ImageMixer software to view scenes recorded on a disc with your computer (page 92, 93). If you are using Windows 2000 Professional or Windows XP Home Edition/Professional, log in as administrator.
Viewing scenes on the disc
You can view scenes recorded on the disc without finalizing on your computer, by inserting a recorded disc into your camcorder and connecting it to your computer.
Double-click [ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam] icon on the Windows desktop. Or, click [Start] t [Programs] ([All Programs] in Windows XP) t [PIXELA] t [ImageMixer] t [PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.5 for Sony DVD Handycam] on your computer. The ImageMixer software starts and the title dialog box appears.
Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. Connect the AC adaptor to your camcorder. Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit). Turn the power on your camcorder by pressing the POWER button for a few seconds. Insert a recorded disc into your camcorder. Connect the (USB) jack of the camcorder and the (USB) port of the computer using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder.
Click on the left of the window. The thumbnails of the scenes recorded on the disc appear. When the thumbnails do not appear, click

, then click

Thumbnails
to view movies and click to view still images.
Double-click the scene to view from the thumbnails. The selected scene is temporarily copied to your computer and is displayed in the preview window. To return to the thumbnails list, click
below right of the window.
To save the scene on your computer
Click the thumbnail of the scene to save. Click. The selected scene is saved on your computer.

Connecting your camcorder to a VCR
Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder.

AUDIO/VIDEO

A/V connecting cable (supplied)

White Red

Yellow Black
VCR AUDIO S VIDEO VIDEO INPUT : Signal flow
Dubbing a disc to a tape Dubbing to a tape

Before operation

Set [DISPLAY] in (OTHERS) to [LCD] in the SETUP display (the default setting is [LCD]). Press the following buttons to make the indicators disappear so that they will not be superimposed on the edited tape: DISPLAY/BATT INFO DISPLAY on the Remote Commander DATA CODE on the Remote Commander
Insert the recorded disc into your camcorder. Prepare the VCR for recording. Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR. Set the input selector to LINE. Refer to the operating instructions of the VCR. Start recording on the VCR. Play back the recorded disc on your camcorder.
When you have finished dubbing
Stop recording on the VCR, then press x on your camcorder.
Dubbing a TV program or video tape onto a disc
You can record a disc from another VCR or a TV program. Use your camcorder as a recorder.
Selecting the Video jack to be used on the TV or the VCR
The supplied A/V connecting cable is equipped with an S video plug and a video plug. Use either the S video plug or the video plug depending on the TV or the VCR. Set [DISPLAY] in (OTHERS) to [LCD] in the SETUP display (the default setting is [LCD]).
Connecting your camcorder to a TV or a VCR
Connect your camcorder to the TV/VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder.

Black Yellow S VIDEO

Set the mode dial to your camcorder.

(Play/Edit) on

Press SETUP. The SETUP display appears. Use the multi-selector to select (VIDEO SET). Use the multi-selector to select [VIDEO INPUT].
VIDEO SET HiFi SOUND VIDEO INPIT RETURN

White Red REC button

VIDEO S VIDEO
Use the multi-selector to select [VIDEO] or [S VIDEO]. Press SETUP. The SETUP display disappears from the LCD display.

: Signal flow

Dubbing a TV program or video tape onto a disc Dubbing onto a disc
Press x on your camcorder to stop recording and stop the playback on the VCR. Note There may be time difference between the point when you press REC and the actual point that the recording starts/stops. Tips To change the recording mode, see page 32. If your VCR is a monaural type, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or the red plug to the audio output jack on the VCR or the TV. If you connect the white plug, the sound is from the L (left) signal. If you connect the red plug, the sound is from the R (right) signal. Connecting via an S video jack reproduces pictures more faithfully. When there is an S video jack on the device to be connected, connect the S video plug to that jack instead of using the yellow video plug. The audio will not be output when you connect via the S video plug alone.

On cleaning the casing

Clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water or tepid water, and finish with a dry cloth. To prevent the camcorder body from being damaged, avoid followings; To use the chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, chemical cloth, volatile material like an insecticide for cleaning. To operate your camcorder by the hand with the above materials. To leave the case in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time.

AC adaptor

Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when you are not using it for a long time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord itself. Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged. Do not bend the power cord forcibly, or place a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause fire or electric shock. Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged. Always keep metal contacts clean. Do not disassemble the unit. Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit. While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video equipment. AM receivers and video equipment disturb AM reception and video operation. The unit becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Do not place the unit in locations that are: extremely hot or cold. dusty or dirty. very humid. vibrating.
Charging the built-in rechargeable battery in your camcorder
A built-in rechargeable battery is installed in your camcorder to retain the date and time, etc., regardless of the setting of the POWER button. The built-in rechargeable battery is always charged as long as you are using your camcorder. The battery, however, will become discharged gradually if you do not use your camcorder. It will be completely discharged in about three months if you do not use your camcorder at all. Even if the built-in rechargeable battery is not charged, it will not affect camcorder operation. To retain the date, time, and other information, charge the battery if it is discharged. Charging the built-in rechargeable battery: Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet using the AC adaptor supplied with your camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the POWER button turned off for more than 24 hours. Or, install a fully charged battery pack in your camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the POWER button turned off for more than 24 hours.
Rechargeable battery pack
Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function. To prevent an accident from a short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. Keep the battery pack away from fire. Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60C (140F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. Keep the battery pack dry. Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock. Do not disassemble or modify the battery pack. Attach the battery pack to the video equipment securely.

Specifications

Video camera recorder
System Video recording format DVD-Video DVD-VR (DVD-RW only) Audio recording system 2ch Dolby* Digital Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable discs 8 cm DVD-R and DVD-RW Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Recording/playback time HQ: Approx. 20 minutes SP: Approx. 30 minutes LP: Approx. 60 minutes Viewfinder Electric viewfinder (color) Image device 3.6 mm (1/5 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Number of Pixels Gross: Approx. 000 pixels Effective (for still images ): Approx. 000 pixels Effective (for movies): Approx. pixels Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Filter diameter: 25 mm (1 in.) 10 (Optical), 120 (Digital) F = 1.8 2.3 Focal length 3.mm (5/5/16 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera For movies: mm (1 13/1/8 in.) For still images: mm (1 1/in.) Color temperature Auto, HOLD (Hold), nIndoor (K), Outdoor (K) Minimum illumination 7 lx (lux) (F 1.8) 0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot Plus mode)* * Objects unable to be seen due to the dark can be shot with infrared lighting. Input/Output connectors AUDIO/VIDEO input/output AV MINI JACK, input/output autoswitch Video : 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Audio : 327 mV, (at output impedance of more than 47 k (kilohms)) Output impedance of less than 2.2 k (kilohms) Input impedance of more than 47 k (kilohms) USB jack mini-B REMOTE jack Stereo mini-minijack ( 2.5 mm) MIC jack Stereo minijack ( 3.5 mm) LCD display Picture 8.8 cm (3.5 type) Total number of pixels (560 220) General Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using LCD: 4.4 W Viewfinder: 4.1 W Operating temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage temperature 20C to + 60C (4F to + 140F) Dimensions (Approx.) 71.136 mm (2 7/1/3/8 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 570 g (1 lb 4 oz) main unit only 675 g (1 lb 7 oz) including the battery pack, disc and lens cap Supplied accessories See page 14.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Specifications AC adaptor AC-L15A/L15B
Power requirements V AC, 50/60 Hz Current consumption 0.35 0.18 A Power consumption 18 W Output voltage DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in the operating mode Operating temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage temperature 20C to + 60C (4F to + 140F) Dimensions (approx.) 100 mm (2 1/1/in.) (w/h/d) excluding projecting parts Mass (approx.) 190 g (6.7 oz) excluding power cord
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FM50
Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 8.5 Wh (mAh) Dimensions (approx.) 38.2 20.5 55.6 mm (1 9/16 13/1/4 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 76 g (2.7 oz) Operating temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Type Lithium ion

Charging the battery. 16 Charging the built-in rechargeable battery.. 134 Clock set.. 23 Color slow shutter. 46 Continuous still images shooting.. 41 Counter. 31 Data code.. 59 Date/time display. 31, 59 Daylight saving time. 24, 116 Delete.. 55, 89 DEMO.. 115 Digital effect.. 54 Digital zoom.. 33 Disc dubbing.. 106 Disc title.. 67 Disc.. 6 DISPLAY.. 59 Divide.. 84, 87 DVD-R.. 6 DVD-RW. 6
Manual focus.. 52 MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack.. 139 Mirror mode.. 34 Moisture condensation. 132 MOSAIC.. 54 Move... 82 NightShot Light.. 46 NightShot plus. 45 NORMAL. 41, 111, 112 NTSC system. 12, 93, 131

T, U, V

Telephoto.. 33 Time difference.. 25 Title.. 67 TV.. 48, 63, 108 TV color systems. 12, 131 Unfinalize.. 72 USB jack.. 94 VCR... 106 VIDEO mode.. 7 Viewfinder. 22 Viewfinder lens adjustment.. 22 Visual Index.. 56 VR mode. 7

O, P, Q

OLD MOVIE.. 54 Operation indicators. 144 Operation sound.. See Beep OVERLAP.. 53 PASTEL. 54 PB ZOOM.. 61 Photomovie.. 65, 79 Picture effect.. 54 Playback pause. 58 Playing time.. 17 Playlist.. 76 PORTRAIT. 51 PROGRAM AE. 51

W, X, Y, Z

Warning indicators.. 126 Warning messages. 127 White balance. 50 Wide-angle.. 33 Wide mode.. 48 WIPE... 53 Zoom.. 33, 61
EXP BRKTG.. 41 EXPOSURE.. 43

F, G, H

FADER.. 53 Fade in/out.. 53 Finalize.. 64 FINE.. 38 Flash.. 111 Folder.. 71 FOCUS.. 52 Format.. 74 Full charge. 17 Grip belt.. 28 HiFi SOUND.. 114 HQ.. 32
Recording format.. 7 Recording time. 17 Remaining battery time indicator.. 31 Remaining time. 117 Remote Commander. 142 REMOTE jack. 138 RESET.. 114, 141 Review.. 55

On trademarks

DVD-VIDEO, DVD-RW, and the DVD-R logo are trademarks. InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation. PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Pentium is a trademark or a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Mac OS is a trademark or registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, TM and are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
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DCR-DVD301

DVD Handycam Camcorder

F E AT U R E S
1.0 Megapixel Advanced HAD CCD Imager 1/5" Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD imager with 690K effective video pixels provides excellent detail and clarity, for exceptional digital video (up to 520 lines of resolution) and still image performance. Realize great looking digital still images with 1,000K effective pixels. 1.0 Megapixel Still Image Capture With a maximum resolution of 1152 x 864, you can capture over 6,000 images on a single disc, plenty for any vacation or event. Advanced HAD CCD Technology Enhanced CCD design allow more light to reach the imager which reduces video noise to improve signal-to-noise ratio by up to 6dB (2x better than a standard CCD). Particularly effective when shooting in dark situations. DVD 2 Format Video Recording The DVD recording format delivers digital picture and sound quality comparable to that of MiniDV, but on DVD. Playback of the DVDs couldnt be simpler. After finalizing the disc in the camera, the disc plays back in compatible DVD Players, computers and even PlayStation 2 video game consoles. 10X Optical/120X Digital Zoom The optical zoom helps to bring the action up close from far away. In addition, the digital zoom interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms. Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens Carl Zeiss lens have an advanced optical multi-layer coating offering less glare and flare with increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation, and perfect renditions of subtle tones. Progressive Shutter System A mechanical shutter system that provides progressive scan performance, while utilizing an interlaced scanning system. Digital images will be sharp and clear with excellent definition. Super SteadyShot Picture Stabilization System An advanced version of Sonys SteadyShot system that controls an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies, to achieve an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of video like some other image stabilization systems. Intelligent Accessory Shoe Conveniently gives you the option of adding accessories such as lights, flashes and microphones to the camera, which can communicate with the camera and also draw power from the camera USB 2.Interface USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to connect your DVD Digital Handycam camcorder to computers for fast transfer of video and still images to your computer for editing. The camcorder can also be used as an external DVD burner, convenient for making copies of your DVDs or burning edited movies. InfoLithium Battery with AccuPower Meter System Charge the battery at any time because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries Sonys rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening memory effect. Sonys exclusive AccuPower meter displays the approximate battery time remaining in minutes, in the viewfinder or the LCD screen. Super NightShot Plus Infrared System An advanced version of Sonys NightShot Infrared system that allows users to record natural color images in low-light conditions, but without the blurring common with other low-light recording systems.
3.5" Hybrid SwivelScreen LCD Display
(123K Pixels) Provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The 123K pixel LCD rotates up to 270-degrees for multiple viewing angles, providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The Hybrid LCD Screen provides accurate viewing in sunlight or bright light, virtually eliminating the wash-out common with traditional LCD screens. Visual Index Screen Shows thumbnail images of movies and still images when playing back on your camcorder or DVD player, making scene selection easier. Burst Mode
Capture up to 4 images in 1152 x 864, or 12 images at 640 x 480 consecutively, perfect for capturing fast action.
Analog Inputs Record any analog NTSC source to digital video via the analog inputs. Perfect for archiving analog tape recordings. This recorded video can then be edited on your computer. Dolby Digital AC-3 (2-Channel) Stereo Audio Recording An advanced form of Digital Audio recording, with sophisticated noise reduction technology, that provides outstanding, lifelike sound quality in any situation. Color Viewfinder Provides a clear, color view of subjects and makes spotting and/or following subjects easier.

STEP-UP

F E AT U R E
Battery Info Date/Time Display Digital Picture Effects Disc Titling Exposure Control Fader Modes
A D D I T I O N A L F E AT U R E S
Picture Effect Modes Program AE (Auto Exposure) Modes Manual Focus Microphone Jack White Balance Adjustment World Clock
Battery 4 (Fully charged)

BATTERY LIFE1

Continuous Record Time VF/LCD/LCD Bcklt Off/VF+LCD Continuous Playback Time LCD On/Off
NP-FM50 NP-FM91 NP-QM71/QM71D NP-QM91/QM91D
115/105/120/105 min 430/400/455/390 min 285/265/300/225 min 430/400/455/390 min
115/125 min 430/465 min 285/305 min 430/465 min
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
Imaging Device: 1/5", 1070K Gross Pixels Advanced HAD CCD Video Actual: 690K Pixels Still Actual: 1000K Pixels F: 1.8 2.3 Focal Distance: 3.2 32mm 35mm Conversion: 46 460mm (Camera Mode)

38 380mm (Memory Mode)

RECORD TIMES*

(Single Sided Discs)

HQ (High Quality) Up to 20 minutes SP (Standard Play) Up to 30 minutes LP (Long Play) Up to 60 minutes *Recording time may vary depending upon the types of images that you are shooting
Filter Diameter: 25mm Optical Zoom: 10X Digital Zoom: 120X Focusing: Full Range Auto/Manual (Multi-Selector) Minimum Illumination: 7 Lux (0 Lux with Super NightShot Plus Infrared System) NightShot Infrared System: Super NightShot Plus Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/41/4000 sec (Program AE, Slow Shutter) Memory Mode: Yes, 1152 x 864, 640 x 480 Viewfinder: Color, 123K Pixels LCD: 3.5" (123K) Hybrid Color Accessory Shoe: Intelligent Video Input/Output: Yes/Yes (Multi A/V, Special) Audio Input/Output: Yes/Yes (Stereo, Special) i.LINK DV Interface (IEEE1394): N/A USB 2.0 3: Yes USB Streaming: N/A Headphone Jack: N/A Mic. Input: Yes (Stereo) White Balance: Auto/Outdoor/Indoor/Hold (Multi-Selector) Exposure: Multi-Selector (24 Steps) Power Consumption (VF/LCD/VF+LCD): 4.1W/4.4W/4.7W Software OS Compatibility: Microsoft Windows Me, 2000 Professional, XP

Home, XP Professional

STILL IMAGE MODE*

Resolution DVD-R Video Mode (Fine/Standard) DVD-RW Video Mode (Fine/Standard) DVD-RW VR Mode (Fine/Standard)
1152 x 864 2150/4100 2250/4300 2250/x 480 5100/8100 5400/8600 5400/8600 *Number of images may vary depending upon the image quality settings, the image size and the type of images that you are shooting

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

ACC-DVDM Camcorder Accessory Kit AC-VQ50 AC Adapter/Charger HVL-F10 Flash LCH-TRA Carrying Case LCH-VML Carrying Case NP-QM71D/91D Super Quick High Capacity InfoLithium Batteries DMR30/60DS DVD-R Media DMW30/60DS DVD-RW Media NP-FM50/FM70/FM90 InfoLithium Batteries VCT-R610 Tripod VCT-870RM Remote Control Tripod VCT-R610 Lightweight Tripod VCT-TK1 Pocket Tripod VCL-0625S Wide Angle Lens VCL-2025S Telephoto Lens
Dimensions (WHD): 8" x 2" x 8" (71.8 x 88 x 136mm) Weight: 1 lb. 4 oz. (570g) without disc and battery Supplied Accessories: AC-L15A Power Adaptor/In Camera Charger, NP-FM50
InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery, RMT-835 Wireless Remote Commander Remote Control, CR2025 Battery, Special Stereo A/V+S Cable, Lens Cap, Cleaning Cloth, Shoulder Strap, Blank DVD-R Media (DMR30), USB Cable, CD-ROM with USB Driver (Pixela ImageMixer Ver. 1.5 for Sony)
Sony Electronics Inc. 16765 West Bernardo Drive San Diego, CA 92127 www.sony.com/di For more information: 1.800.352.SONY
2004 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, AccuPower, Advanced HAD, Handycam, i.LINK, InfoLithium, NightShot, PlayStation, Remote Commander, SteadyShot, SwivelScreen, and Worry Free are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Carl Zeiss and Vario-Tessar are trademarks of Carl Zeiss. Dolby Digital is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate. 1 Designed for use with compatible Sony InfoLithium batteries. 2 Playback on all home DVD players, computer DVD drives, and PlayStation 2 consoles cannot be guaranteed. Some players, drives, and video game consoles lack the ability to read due to the optical reflection standard of DVD-R/RW discs and/or due to encoding incompatibilities. Refer to the specifications of your playback equipment for additional compatibility information. 3 Not all products with a USB 2.0 connector may communicate with each other due to chipset variations. 4 Recording time may vary depending upon the types of images and amount of movement you are shooting. * Use of Sony DVD-R/RW Media recommended. For third party media, confirm compatibility with manufacturer.