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Sony Handycam DCR-PC10E Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
ИНСТРУКЦИЯ ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ
Перед эксплуатацией аппарата внимательно прочтите,
пожалуйста, данное руководство и сохраняйте его для
дальнейших справок.
DCR-PC10E
©1997 by Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ИНСТРУКЦИЯ ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ Перед эксплуатацией аппарата внимательно прочтите, пожалуйста, данное руководство и сохраняйте его для дальнейших справок. DCR-PC10E ©1997 by Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 English Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam Vision camcorder. With your Handycam Vision you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ... 84 Resetting the date and time ... 85 Tips for using the battery pack ... 87 Maintenance information and precautions ... 93 Using your camcorder abroad ... 98 Trouble check ... 99 Self-diagnosis function ... 104 Specifications ... 111 Identifying the parts ...
  • Page 4 Русский Оглавление Перед началом эксплуатации Использование данного руководства ... 5 Проверка прилагаемых принадлежностей ... 7 Подготовка к эксплуатации Зарядка и установка батарейного блока ... 8 Вставка кассеты ... 12 Основные операции Запись с помощью видеокамеры ... 13 Использование функции наезда видеокамеры...

  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    To view your recordings on a TV, you need a PAL system-based TV. Note on cassette memory This camcorder is based on the DV format. You can only use mini DV cassettes with this camcorder. We recommend you to use a mini DV cassette tape with cassette memory.

  • Page 6: Precautions On Camcorder Care

    Over 99.99% are operational for effective use. •Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting the camcorder get wet may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a].

  • Page 7: Checking Supplied Accessories

    Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 117) 2 NP-F100 battery pack (1) (p. 8) 3 AC-V100 AC power adaptor (1) (p. 8, 30) The shape of the plug varies from region to region.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    “InfoLITHIUM“ battery pack. If you use any other battery pack to operate your camcorder, the camcorder may not operate or the battery life may be shortened. “InfoLITHIUM“ is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Charging the battery pack (1) Connect the mains lead to the AC power adaptor.
  • Page 9 105 (90) Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery. Battery life will be shorter if you use the camcorder in a cold environment. ** Approximate continuous recording time indoors. *** Approximate minutes when recording while you repeat recording start/stop, zooming and turning the power on/off.
  • Page 10 •If the CHARGE lamp does not light, disconnect the mains lead. After about one minute, reconnect the mains lead again. •You cannot operate the camcorder using the AC power adaptor while charging the battery pack. •When a fully charged battery pack is installed,...

  • Page 11: Installing The Battery Pack

    (2) Align the hooks of the battery pack with the catches of the camcorder and fit the battery pack until it clicks. To remove the battery pack The battery pack is removed in the same way as the battery terminal cover.

  • Page 12: Inserting A Cassette

    Inserting a cassette You can use mini DV cassette with only. Make sure that the power source is installed. (1) While sliding 6 OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow 1, open the lid in the direction of the arrow 2. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens.

  • Page 13: Basic Operations

    START/STOP MODE switch is set to When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time before you start recording (p. 85).
  • Page 14 Note on Standby mode If you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted, the camcorder turns off automatically. This prevents wearing down the battery and wearing out the tape.
  • Page 15 •When you record in LP mode, we recommend you to use a Sony Excellence/Master mini DV cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder. •You cannot make audio dubbing on a tape recorded in LP mode.

  • Page 16: Using The Zoom Feature

    Several beeps also sound as a warning of any unusual condition of the camcorder. Note that the beep sound is not recorded on the tape. If you do not want to hear the beep sound, select “OFF”...
  • Page 17 Camera recording When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoom If you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, press the “W” side of the power zoom switch until the focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least about 80 cm away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1 cm away in the wide-angle position.

  • Page 18: Selecting The Start/Stop Mode

    Camera recording Selecting the start/stop mode Your camcorder has two modes besides normal start/stop mode. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video. (1) Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode. :Recording starts when you press START/ STOP, and stops when you press it again (normal mode).

  • Page 19: Shooting With The Lcd Screen

    Camera recording To extend the recording time in 5SEC mode Press START/STOP again before all the dots disappear. Recording continues for about 5 seconds from the moment you press START/ STOP. Notes on 5SEC recording •When you select ANTI GROUND SHOOTING or 5SEC, you cannot use the fade- in/fade-out function.

  • Page 20: Letting The Subject Monitor The Shot

    •Do not push nor touch the LCD when moving the LCD panel. •You may find it difficult to view the LCD screen due to glare when using the camcorder outdoors. Letting the subject monitor the shot You can turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way and you can let the subject monitor the shot while shooting with the viewfinder.
  • Page 21 Camera recording Notes on mirror mode •When you turn the LCD panel 180 degrees, the camcorder enters mirror mode. •Using the mirror mode, you can record yourself while watching yourself on the LCD screen. •The picture on the LCD screen looks like a mirror-image while recording in mirror mode.

  • Page 22: Hints For Better Shooting

    For hand-held shots, you will get better results by holding the camcorder according to the following suggestions: •Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily manipulate the controls with your thumb. [a] •Place your elbows against your side.
  • Page 23 If you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder. When attaching a non-Sony tripod, make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm. Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder.

  • Page 24: Checking The Recorded Picture

    (Rec Review). Hold down the –/Œ side of EDIT SEARCH until the camcorder goes back to the scene you want. The last recorded portion is played back. To go forward, hold down the + side (Edit Search).

  • Page 25: Playing Back A Tape

    (5) Press · to start playback. (6) Adjust the volume using VOLUME. You can also monitor the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR. LCD BRIGHT To stop playback, press p. To rewind the tape, press 0.

  • Page 26: Various Playback Modes

    Playing back a tape To display the LCD screen indicators Press DISPLAY. To erase the indicators, press again. Notes on screen indicators •The screen indicators in the viewfinder are always displayed. •The screen indicator disappears when the title is displayed. •When you play back a tape using a “InfoLITHIUM”...
  • Page 27 Playing back a tape To monitor the high-speed picture while advancing the tape or rewinding (skip scan) Keep pressing 0 while rewinding or ) while advancing the tape. To resume normal rewinding or fast-forward, release the button. To view the picture at 1/3 speed (slow playback) Press &...
  • Page 28 To resume playback, press ·. Note on slow playback The slow playback can be performed smoothly on this camcorder; however, this function does not work for an output signal from the DV IN/ OUT jack. ·...

  • Page 29: Searching For The End Of The Picture

    Searching for the end of the picture You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape. The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last about 5 seconds of the recorded portion plays back.

  • Page 30: Advanced Operations Using Alternative Power Sources

    Battery pack NP-F100 pack (supplied), NP-F200, NP-F300 In the car 12 V or Sony car battery charger 24 V car DC-V515A battery Note on power sources Disconnecting the power source or removing the battery pack during recording or playback may damage the inserted tape.
  • Page 31 Charging the battery pack You can charge the battery pack installed in the camcorder by connecting the AC power adaptor to the camcorder and setting the POWER switch to OFF. Charging time of the supplied NP-F100 battery pack is as follows: Full charge: approx.

  • Page 32: Using A Car Battery

    Using a car battery Use a car battery charger such as Sony DC- V515A (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V).

  • Page 33: Changing The Mode Settings

    You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the camcorder. (1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen.

  • Page 34: Selecting The Mode Setting Of Each Item

    Items for both CAMERA/PHOTO and VTR modes COMMANDER* <ON/OFF> •Select ON when using the supplied Remote Commander for the camcorder. •Select OFF when not using the Remote Commander. REC MODE <SP/LP> •Select SP when recording in SP (standard play) mode.
  • Page 35 D ZOOM <ON/OFF> •Select ON to activate digital zooming. •Select OFF not to use the digital zoom. The camcorder goes back to 12x optical zoom. STEADYSHOT <ON/OFF> •Normally select ON. •Select OFF when you do not have to worry about camera-shake.
  • Page 36 When recording a close subject When REC LAMP is set to ON, the red camera recording lamp on the front of the camcorder may reflect on the subject if it is close. In this case, we recommend you set REC LAMP to OFF.
  • Page 37 •Select DATE to display date during playback. AUTO TV ON <OFF/ON> You can use this feature only with Sony TVs. •Select ON to turn on the TV automatically when using the LASER LINK function. •Select OFF not to turn on the TV.

  • Page 38: Fade-In And Fade-Out

    When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black while the sound decreases. When fading in [a] (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER. The fade indicator starts flashing. (2) Press START/STOP to start recording. The fade indicator stops flashing.
  • Page 39 Fade-in and fade-out To cancel the fade-in/fade-out function Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the fade indicator disappears. When the POWER switch is set to PHOTO, or the START/STOP MODE switch is set to ANTI GROUND SHOOTING or 5SEC You cannot use the fade-in/fade-out function. Notes on titles •While fading out, you cannot superimpose a title.

  • Page 40: Photo Recording

    Photo recording You can record a still picture like a photograph for about seven seconds. This mode is useful when you want to enjoy a picture such as a photograph or when you print a picture using a video printer (not supplied). You can record about 510 pictures in SP mode on a 60-minute tape.
  • Page 41 Note on using the Remote Commander If you press the PHOTO button on the Remote Commander when a picture appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, the camcorder will record that picture immediately. You cannot change the picture by using this button.

  • Page 42: Printing The Still Picture

    Photo recording Printing the still picture You can print a still picture by using the video printer (not supplied). Connect the video printer using the supplied A/V connecting cable. Connect it to the AUDIO VIDEO OUT/ 2 jack and connect the yellow plug of the cable to the video input of the video printer.

  • Page 43: Enjoying Picture Effect

    Enjoying picture effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the Picture Effect function. PASTEL [a] The picture is in pastel tones. NEG. ART [b] The colour of the picture is reversed. SEPIA The picture is sepia. B&W The picture is monochrome (black and white).
  • Page 44 To return to normal mode Select OFF in step 4, then press the control dial. Note on the picture effect When you turn the power off, the camcorder returns automatically to normal mode (OFF). When using the picture effect during recording The effects will be also recorded on the tape.

  • Page 45: Using The Wide Mode Function

    Using the wide mode function You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9 WIDE). The picture with black bands at the top and the bottom on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder [a] is normal.
  • Page 46 Using the wide mode function To cancel wide mode Select OFF in step 4, then press the control dial. To watch the tape recorded in wide mode To watch the tape recorded in wide mode, set it to full mode. For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.

  • Page 47: Using The Program Ae Function

    Notes on focus setting •In the Spotlight, Sports lesson and Beach & Ski modes, you cannot take close-ups because the camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance. •In the Sunset & Moon and Landscape modes, the camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects.
  • Page 48 Using the PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. (3) Turn the control dial to select PROGRAM AE, then press the control dial. (4) Turn the control dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode, then press the control dial.

  • Page 49: Releasing The Steadyshot Function

    LCD screen or in the viewfinder. This indicates that the SteadyShot function is working and the camcorder compensates for camera-shake. You can release the SteadyShot function when you do not need to use the SteadyShot function.
  • Page 50 Releasing the STEADYSHOT function To activate the SteadyShot function again Select ON in step 4, then press the control dial. Notes on the SteadyShot function •The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake. •When you switch the SteadyShot function on or off, the exposure may fluctuate.

  • Page 51: Focusing Manually

    Focusing manually When to use manual focus In the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. •Insufficient light [a] •Subjects with little contrast — walls, sky, etc. •Too much brightness behind the subject [c] •Horizontal stripes [d] •Subjects through frosted glass •Subjects beyond nets, etc.
  • Page 52 Focusing manually Focusing manually When focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset the shot length. (1) Press FOCUS lightly. The f indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (2) Turn the focus ring to focus on the subject. FOCUS To focus in infinity Press FOCUS deeply.

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Exposure

    Adjusting the exposure When to adjust the exposure Adjust the exposure manually under the following cases. The backlighting is too bright (back lighting) •Bright subject and dark background •To record the darkness faithfully Adjusting the exposure (1) Press EXPOSURE. The exposure indicator appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.

  • Page 54: Adjusting The White Balance

    Adjusting the white balance White balance adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural colour balance for camera recording. Normally white balance is automatically adjusted. You can obtain better results by adjusting the white balance manually when lighting conditions change quickly or when recording outdoors: e.g., neon signs, fireworks.

  • Page 55: Setting The White Balance

    Adjusting the white balance Setting the white balance (1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen during recording or Standby mode. (3) Turn the control dial to select WHT BAL, then press the control dial.

  • Page 56: Watching On A Tv Screen

    Watching on a TV screen Connect the camcorder to your VCR or TV to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the camcorder to your TV, we recommend you to use mains for the power source.
  • Page 57 LASER LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation. To Play back on a TV (1) After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch on the AV cordless IR receiver to ON.

  • Page 58: Searching For The Boundaries Of Recorded Date

    Watching on a TV screen If you use a Sony TV •You can turn on the TV automatically when you press LASER LINK or ·. To do so, set AUTO TV ON to ON in the menu system and turn the TV’s main switch on, then do either of the following;...

  • Page 59: Searching For The Boundaries Of Recorded Date

    Searching for the boundaries of recorded date Searching for the date by using cassette memory You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory. (1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (3) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen.
  • Page 60 •The interval of the boundaries between the dates needs more than two minutes. The camcorder may not search if the beginning of the recorded date is too close to the next one. •The short cursor on the screen suggests the date selected in the previous time.

  • Page 61: Searching For The Date Without Using Cassette Memory

    (3) From the current date [b], press = to serach previous dates [a] or + to serach next dates [c]. Each time you press = or +, the camcorder searches for the previous or next date. Playback starts automatically when date changed.

  • Page 62: Searching For The Scene With Title

    Searching for the scene with title You can search for the scene with title – Title search function. If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can select the title displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. You can only operate with the Remote Commander.

  • Page 63: Searching For A Photo - Photo Search/Photo Scan

    •You cannot superimpose or search a title, if you use a cassette tape without cassette memory. •To superimpose a title, see page 75. •The camcorder may not search, if there is a blank portion between the recorded portions in the tape.
  • Page 64 Searching for a photo - photo search/photo scan Searching for a photo by using cassette memory You can use this function only when playing back a tape with cassette memory. (1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (3) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen.

  • Page 65: Searching For A Photo Without Using Cassette Memory

    (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the photo search indicator appears. (3) Press = or + to select the photo. Each time you press = or +, the camcorder searches for the previous or next scene. The selected photo appears automatically. SEARCH...

  • Page 66: Scanning Photo

    Searching for a photo - photo search/photo scan Scanning photo You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. (1) Set the POWER switch to VTR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the photo scan indicator appears.

  • Page 67: Returning To A Pre-Registered Position

    Returning to a pre- registered position Using the Remote Commander, you can easily go back to the desired point on a tape after playback. (1) During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you later want to locate. The counter shows “0:00:00”...

  • Page 68: Displaying Recording Data - Data Code Function

    When DATE is selected: date n no indicator. When bars (--:--:--) appear •A blank portion of the tape is being played back. •The tape was recorded by a camcorder without having date and time set. •The tape is unreadable due to tape damage or noise.

  • Page 69: Editing Onto Another Tape

    You can edit with little deterioration of picture and sound quality when using the DV connecting cable. Before editing Connect the camcorder to the VCR using the VMC-2DV DV connecting cable (not supplied) or the supplied A/V connecting cable. Using the DV connecting cable...
  • Page 70 •When you record a playback pause picture via the DV jack, you cannot add audio to that portion of the tape. •You can also use the camcorder as a recorder with this connection. In this case, “DV IN” indicator appears on the screen.

  • Page 71: Starting Editing

    (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert your recorded tape into the camcorder. (2) Play back the recorded tape on the camcorder until you locate the point where you want to start editing, then press P to set the camcorder in playback pause mode.

  • Page 72: Replacing Recording On A Tape - Insert Editing

    •If you insert a new scene (picture and sound) on a tape recorded by other camcorder (including DCR-PC10E), the picture and sound quality may become worse. ·...

  • Page 73: Audio Dubbing

    LP mode. •If you add a new sound on a tape recorded with another camcorder (including another DCR-PC10E), the sound quality may deteriorate. •If you connect the TV to the camcorder when you are recording audio, it may cause noise on the TV sound.

  • Page 74: Adding An Audio Sound On A Recorded Tape

    (1) Insert your recorded tape into the camcorder. (2) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to VTR. (3) On the camcorder, press · to set it to playback mode, and then locate the point where the recording should begin. Then press P to set it to playback pause mode.

  • Page 75: Superimposing A Title

    Superimposing a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the titles while recording or after recording. When you playback the tape, the title is displayed for 5 seconds from the point where you superimposed it. You can select from eight preset titles and one original (CUSTOM TITLE) to superimpose over the picture.
  • Page 76 Superimposing a title While in Standby mode After step 7, the “TITLE” indicator appears. And when you press START/STOP to start recording, “SAVE” appears on the screen for 5 seconds and the title is set. Titles are placed from the top of the screen as follows: HELLO! ˜...
  • Page 77 Superimposing a title Notes on titles •While fading out, you cannot superimpose a title. •You cannot superimpose a title to a blank portion of the tape. •The titles you superimposed are displayed by only using the DV format video equipment with index titler function.
  • Page 78 Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. (3) Turn the control dial to select TITLEERASE, then press the control dial. (4) Turn the control dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the control dial.

  • Page 79: Making A Custom Title

    Making a custom title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can make one title of up to 20 characters and store it in memory. (1) While pressing OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2) Press TITLE to display the titles on the LCD screen.
  • Page 80 Making a custom title To erase a character In step 4, turn the control dial to select [M] then press the control dial. The last character is erased. To change the title you have made In step 3, turn the control dial to select the title you want to change, then press the control dial.

  • Page 81: Labeling A Cassette

    Labeling a cassette If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and turn the power on, the label is displayed on the LCD screen, in the viewfinder or on the TV screen.

  • Page 82: Additional Information Usable Cassettes And Playback Modes

    Tapes with cassette memory have (Cassette Memory) mark. Sony recommends that you use a tape having mark to enjoy this camcorder fully. When you play back Copyright signal...
  • Page 83 Be sure to affix a label on only the location as illustrated below so as not to cause malfunction of the camcorder. [b] After using the mini DV cassette Rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it in an upright position.

  • Page 84: Charging The Vanadium-Lithium Battery In The Camcorder

    It will be completely discharged in about half year if you do not use the camcorder at all. Even if the vanadium-lithium battery is not charged, it will not affect the camcorder operation.

  • Page 85: Resetting The Date And Time

    The date and time are set at the factory. Set the time according to the local time in your country. If you do not use the camcorder for about half year, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the vanadium-lithium battery installed in the camcorder will have been discharged.
  • Page 86 To correct the date and time setting Repeat steps 3 to 6. The year indicators changes as follows: 1997 1998 ... 2000 ... 2029 1997 1998 ... 2000 ... 2029 Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this camcorder operates on a 24-hour cycle.

  • Page 87: Tips For Using The Battery Pack

    To save battery power Do not leave the camcorder in Standby mode when not recording to save the battery power. A smooth transition between scenes can be made even if recording is stopped and started again.
  • Page 88 POWER switch to OFF on the camcorder and replace the battery pack. Leave the tape in the camcorder to obtain a smooth transition between scenes after the battery pack has been replaced.
  • Page 89 The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption. Sony recommends that you use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack with video equipment having the When you use this battery pack with video...
  • Page 90 Set the camcorder to recording standby mode and point towards a stationary object. Do not move the camcorder for 30 seconds or more. •If the indication seems incorrect, use up the battery and then recharge it fully (Full charge...
  • Page 91 (or normal charged ) battery pack in 25 C (77 F). As the environmental temperature and condition are different when you actually use the camcorder, the remaining battery time is not same as the continuous recording time in the operation manual.
  • Page 92 Tips for using the battery pack Notes on the terminals If the terminals (metal parts on the back) are not clean, the battery charge duration will be shortened. When the terminals are not clean or when the battery pack has not been used for a long time, repeatedly install and remove the battery pack a few times.

  • Page 93: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    How to prevent moisture condensation When bringing the camcorder from a cold place to a warm place, put the camcorder in a plastic bag and allow it to adapt to room conditions over a period of time. (1) Be sure to tightly seal the plastic bag containing the camcorder.

  • Page 94: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    8.4 V (AC power adaptor). •Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it checked by Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
  • Page 95 Camcorder care •When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power source and remove the cassette. Periodically turn on the power, operate the camera and VTR sections and play back a tape for about 3 minutes.
  • Page 96 Maintenance information and precautions AC power adaptor Charging •Use only a lithium ion type battery pack. •Place the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration during charging. •The battery pack will get hot during charging. This is normal. Others •Unplug the unit from the mains when not in use for a long time.
  • Page 97 •If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 98: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC power adaptor within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Difference in colour systems This camcorder is a PAL system-based camcorder.

  • Page 99: Trouble Check

    English Trouble check If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Camcorder...
  • Page 100 Trouble check Operation Symptom The tape does not move when a tape transport button is pressed. No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape. The new sound added to the recorded tape is not heard. The SteadyShot function does not activate.
  • Page 101 The camcorder is not malfunctioning. m Change locations. • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 94) • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied).
  • Page 102 Insert the battery with the correct polarity. (p. 118) • The batteries are dead. m Insert new ones. (p. 118) • The camcorder is not malfunctioning. • Disconnect the connection plug on the battery pack or on the AC power adaptor, then reconnect it after about 1 minute.
  • Page 103 The problem is with the AC power adaptor. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer in connection with the product with the problem. * If you use a battery pack which you have just bought or which has been left unused for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash at the first charging.

  • Page 104: Self-Diagnosis Function

    Five-digit display C:21:ππ C:22:ππ C:31:ππ C:32:ππ E:61:ππ E:62:ππ If you are unable to resolve the problem, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. LCD screen/viewfinder Self-diagnosis display •C:ππ:ππ You can service the camcorder yourself. •E:ππ:ππ Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facility.
  • Page 108 ππ ππ...
  • Page 110 ππ ππ ππ ππ ππ ππ ππ STBY C : 21: 00 40min 40min ππ ππ ππ ππ...

  • Page 111: Specifications

    DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.8 A in operating mode Battery charge terminal: 8.4 V, 1.4 A in charge mode Application Sony battery pack NP-F100, NP- F200, NP-F300 lithium ion type Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature –20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F)
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  • Page 113: Identifying The Parts

    Identifying the parts 1 Lens cap (p. 13) 2 LCD screen (p. 19) 3 OPEN button (p. 19) 4 6 OPEN/EJECT switch (p. 12) 5 Battery terminal cover (p. 11) Remove the cover to install the battery pack. 6 FADER button (p. 38) 7 LASER LINK button and lamp (p.
  • Page 114 Identifying the parts !§ !¶ !• !ª @º @¡ !§ Zoom switch (p. 16) !¶ Viewfinder lens adjustment dial (p. 14) !• START/STOP MODE swtich (p. 18) !ª Lock knob (p. 14) @º BATT(battery) RELEASE switch (p. 11) @¡ Cassette lid (p. 12) @™...
  • Page 115 #¶ VOLUME buttons (p. 25) #• Tripod receptacle (p. 23) Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5 mm. Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder. @§ @¶ @• @ª #º...
  • Page 116 $¢ Remote sensor Aim the Remote Commander here for remote control. $∞ DV IN/OUT jack (p. 70) This “i.LINK” mark is a trademark of Sony Corporation and indicates that this product is in agreement with IEEE 1394-1995 specifications and their revisions.

  • Page 117: Remote Commander

    Identifying the parts Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. 1 PHOTO button (p. 41) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 26) 3 SEARCH MODE button (p. 59, 62, 64) 4 =/+ buttons (p.
  • Page 118 Remote Commander for a long time. Remote control direction Aim the Remote Commander to the remote sensor. The operative range of the Remote Commander is about 5 m indoors. Depending on the angle, Remote Commander may not activate the camcorder.
  • Page 119 VTR 2. The commander modes (1, 2 and 3) are used to distinguish this camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in commander mode VTR 2, we recommend you change the commander mode or cover the...
  • Page 120 Identifying the parts Operation indicators !º !¡ 1 Mirror mode indicator (p. 20) 2 White balance indicator (p. 54) 3 Manual focus indicator (p. 52) 4 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 47) 5 SteadyShot indicator (p. 49) 6 Zoom indicator (p. 16) 7 FADER indicator (p.
  • Page 121 Identifying the parts !£ Recording mode indicator (p. 14) !¢ Tape transport mode indicator (p. 13) !∞ Time code indicator (p. 15)/ Self-diagnosis indicator (p. 104) !§ Remaining tape indicator (p. 16) !¶ Photo mode indicator (p. 40)/ Electric flash indicator (p.

  • Page 122: Warning Indicators

    Warning indicators If indicators flash or warning messages appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following: : you can hear the beep sound when BEEP is set to ON in the menu system. !º 1 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak.
  • Page 123 If the clock is not set when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA, the message appears for 5 seconds. 9 Some other trouble has occurred. Disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized facility. 0 The cassette memory is full. !º...

  • Page 124: Index

    Индикатор оставшейся ленты .. 16 Источники питания ... 30 Кассетная память ... 5 Код данных ... 68 Конденсация влаги ... 93 Монтаж ... 69 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan F, G, H Fade-in/fade-out ... 38 FADER ... 38 FOCUS ... 52 Full charge ...

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