Page 1 Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) -free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-DVD910 © 2008 Sony Corporation 3-285-369-11(1) Enjoying with Your Camcorder Getting Started Recording/Playback 31 Editing...
Page 2 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 product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Page 3: Replacement Parts
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.
Page 4: Read This Before Operating Your Camcorder
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 your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-DVD910 Serial No. Model No. AC- Serial No.
Page 5: Notes On Use
Use the discs with marks listed below. See page 11 for details. For reliability and durability of recording/ playback, we recommend that you use Sony discs or discs with a CAMERA) mark for your camcorder. * Depending on the place you purchase, the disc b Note •...
Page 6 Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued) • Do not attach a label or the like on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” or a Memory Stick Duo adaptor. • When using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” with “Memory Stick” compatible equipment, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...
Page 7 About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens.
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Read this before operating your camcorder ... 4 Table of Contents ... 8 Subject examples and solutions ... 10 Enjoying with Your Camcorder Media for your camcorder ... 11 Using your camcorder ... 14 “ HOME” and “ OPTION”...
Page 9 Formatting media ... 66 Recording additional movies after finalizing ... 68 Finding the right disc (DISC SELECT GUIDE) ... 70 Repairing the image database file 70 Customizing Your Camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU ... 72 Using the HOME MENU ...
Page 10: Subject Examples And Solutions
Subject examples and solutions Shooting Checking your golf swing B SMTH SLW REC ... 38 Capturing still images during movie recording B Dual Rec ... 37 Flowers in close- B PORTRAIT ... 89 B FOCUS... 87 B TELE MACRO ... 87 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen...
Page 11: Enjoying With Your Camcorder
Enjoying with Your Camcorder Media for your camcorder Plural media for recording images You can select desired media for recording/playback/editing movies from a disc or a “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” You can select either of a disc or a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p.
Page 12: Recording Time Of Movies
Media for your camcorder (Continued) Disc features Disc types and symbols Symbols used in this manual Both 16:9 (wide) and 4:3 movie can be recorded on the same disc (27) Deleting the most recent movie Deleting or editing movie on your camcorder Using a disc repeatedly by formatting, even if the disc becomes full* (66)
Page 13 Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. This technology causes fluctuations in the recording time of media. Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are recorded at a higher bit rate, and this reduces the overall recording time.
Page 14: Using Your Camcorder
1Selecting media (p. 26) You can select media for movies. In the case of recording on a disc, select the disc that best suits your needs. *Select the recording format and format the disc on your camcorder (p. 27). zTips •...
Page 15 4Viewing on other devices Viewing images on a TV (p. 45) You can view the images recorded and edited on your camcorder on the connected TV. Playing the disc on other devices (p. 65) To play a disc recorded on your camcorder on other devices, you need to finalize the disc first.
Page 16: Home" And " Option" - Taking Advantage Of Two Types Of Menus
“ HOME” and “ - Taking advantage of two types of menus “ HOME MENU” - the starting point for operations with your camcorder Category Categories and items of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category Items MOVIE* PHOTO* SMTH SLW REC (VIEW IMAGES) category Items VISUAL INDEX*...
Page 17 Using the HOME MENU While pressing the green button, turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on your camcorder. Press (HOME) A (or B). (HOME) A (HOME) B Touch the desired category. Example: (OTHERS) category Touch the desired item.
Page 18 “ HOME” and “ (Continued) Touch the item you want to know the content. When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the option, touch [YES], otherwise, touch [NO]. To deactivate the HELP Touch (HELP) again in step 2. Using the OPTION MENU Just a touch on the screen during shooting or playback displays the functions available...
Page 19: Getting Started
Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 20) Power cord (mains lead) (1) (p. 20) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.
Page 20: Step 2: Charging The Battery Pack
Step 2: Charging the battery pack Jack cover DC plug You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) (p. 115) after attaching it to your camcorder. b Notes • Your camcorder operates only with “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series). Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (the default setting).
Page 21 b Notes • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. To remove the battery pack 1 Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). 2 Press and hold the BATT (battery) release button and remove the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
Page 22: Playing Time
Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued) Recording time Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack. When recording on a disc Continuous Battery pack recording time NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (supplied) NP-FH70 NP-FH100 When recording on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...
Page 23: Step 3: Turning The Power On, And Setting The Date And Time
• When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use an NP-FH70/NP- FH100 battery pack. • We do not recommend using an NP-FH30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with your camcorder. On the charging/recording/playback time •...
Page 24: Changing The Language Setting
Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time (Continued) Select the desired geographical area with [NEXT]. Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], then touch [NEXT]. Set [Y] (year) with Select [M] with the month with Set [D] (day), hour and minute in the same way, then touch [NEXT].
Page 25: Step 4: Making Adjustments Before Recording
Step 4: Making adjustments before recording Adjusting the LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 190 degrees to the camcorder 290 degrees (max.) DISP/BATT INFO 2180 degrees (max.)
Page 26: Step 5: Selecting Media For Movies
Step 5: Selecting media for movies You can set the media to be used for movies.You can select a disc or a “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” b Notes • You can record, play back, or edit images on the selected media. When you record, play back, or edit images on other media, select media again.
Page 27: Step 6: Inserting A Disc Or A "Memory Stick Pro Duo
Step 6: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” Inserting a disc When you select [DISC] in “Step 5,” a new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, or DVD+R DL is required (p. 12). b Notes • Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using a soft cloth (p.
Page 28 Step 6: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (Continued) Touch the option that is right for you on the screen. x DVD-RW Select the recording format, [VIDEO] or [VR] (p. 11), then touch x DVD+RW Select the aspect ratio of the movie, [16:9 WIDE] or [4:3], then touch Touch [YES].
Page 29 Inserting a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” See page 5 on the “Memory Stick” you can use with your camcorder. z Tips • If you record only still images on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” operations after step 3 are unnecessary. Open the LCD panel.
Page 30 115 (100) b Notes • Numbers in the table are of when using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” made by Sony Corporation. The recordable time varies depending on the recording conditions, the type of “Memory Stick,” or the [REC MODE] setting (p.
Page 31: Recording/Playback
Recording/Playback Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam operation) Easy Handycam operation makes nearly all settings automatic so that you can perform recording or playing back operation without detailed settings. It also makes the screen font size larger for easy viewing. The images are recorded on the selected media (p. 26). Movies Turn the POWER switch G until the...
Page 32: Playing Back Recorded Movies/Still Images
Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam operation) (Continued) Playing back recorded movies/still images Turn the POWER switch G to turn on your camcorder. Press (VIEW IMAGES) I (or E). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some time to display the thumbnails.) Previous 6 images Next 6 images...
Page 33 • You can adjust the volume by touching SETTINGS] t [VOLUME], then with • You can change the movie media with [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 26). Still images: Touch the tab and the still image to be played back. Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen.
Page 34: Recording
Recording The movies are recorded on the media selected on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 26). (HOME) D START/STOP C POWER switch A If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), turn it while pressing the green button. b Notes •...
Page 35: Still Images
Movies Turn the POWER switch (Movie) lamp lights up. Press START/STOP B (or C). [STBY] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. b Notes • You cannot record still images on a disc. z Tips • See page 12 for the recordable time of movies, and page 78 for the number of recordable still images. •...
Page 36: Zooming
Recording (Continued) Zooming You can magnify images up to 15 times the original size with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD frame. Wider range of view: (Wide angle) Close view: (Telephoto) Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom.
Page 37: Starting To Shoot Quickly (Quick On)
Starting to record quickly (QUICK ON) If you press QUICK ON instead of turning off the POWER switch, the power consumption will be reduced (sleep mode). In sleep mode, the QUICK ON button flashes. If you press QUICK ON again when you want to start next recording, your camcorder will be ready for recording after about 1 second.
Page 38: Adjusting The Exposure For Backlit Subjects
Recording (Continued) Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press . (BACK LIGHT) to display .. To cancel the back light function, press . (BACK LIGHT) again. Recording in mirror mode When you are recording, you can show the recording image to the person being recorded.
Page 39 • [RECORD SOUND] Select [ON] ( ) to superimpose sounds such as conversation on the slow motion pictures. The default setting is [OFF]. Your camcorder records sounds for about 12 seconds while [Recording···] is displayed in step 2. b Notes •...
Page 40: Playback
Playback You can playback movies recorded on the media selected on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 26). Lens cover Closes in accordance with (VIEW IMAGES). (HOME) E (HOME) D (VIEW IMAGES) C Turn the POWER switch A to turn on your camcorder. Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C).
Page 41 Start playback. Movies Touch the tab and the movie to be played back. When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen. Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen. Beginning of the movie/ previous movie Stop (goes to the VISUAL INDEX screen.)
Page 42: (Film Roll Index)
Playback (Continued) z Tips • You can switch screen to the VISUAL INDEX screen by touching (VIEW IMAGES) t [VISUAL INDEX]. Searching for scenes with pinpoint accuracy (Film Roll Index) Movies can be divided by a set time, and the first scene of each division is displayed on the INDEX screen.
Page 43: Searching For Desired Images By Date (Date Index)
b Notes • Faces may not be detected depending on recording conditions. Example: People wearing glasses or hats, or not facing towards the camera. • Set [ INDEX SET] to [ON] (the default setting) before recording to play back movies from [ INDEX] (p.
Page 44: Playing Back A Series Of Still Images (Slide Show)
Playback (Continued) Playing back a series of still images (Slide show) Touch on the still image playback screen. The slide show begins from the selected still image. Touch to stop the slide show. To restart, touch again. b Notes • You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show.
Page 45: Playing The Images On A Tv
Playing the images on a TV Connect your camcorder to the input jack of a TV or VCR using the A/V connecting cable 1 or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO 2. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.
Page 46 Playing the images on a TV (Continued) b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9]. The TV switches to full mode automatically. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV.
Page 47: Editing
Editing (OTHERS) category This category enables you to edit or print images on the media, or copy them onto your computer for viewing, editing or creating an original DVD. (OTHERS) category b Notes • You can select the media of the image to be (HOME) t edited by touching (MANAGE MEDIA) t [MOVIE...
Page 48 Deleting images (Continued) Touch t [YES]. When [Completed.] appears, touch To delete all movies at one time 1 In step 3, touch [ 2 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 3 When [Completed.] appears, touch To delete all the movies recorded on the same day at one time 1 In step 3, touch [ Previous/Next date...
Page 49: Deleting Still Images
Deleting still images Touch (HOME) t (OTHERS) t [DELETE]. Touch [ DELETE]. Touch [ DELETE]. Touch the still image to be deleted. The selected still image is marked with Press and hold the still image on the screen to confirm. Touch to return to the previous screen.
Page 50: Capturing A Still Image From A Movie
Capturing a still image from a movie You can capture a still image at any point during movie playback. Select the media which contains the movies beforehand (p. 26). Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” beforehand. Movies in Still images in b Notes •...
Page 51: Dubbing Movies To The Media Within Your Camcorder
Dubbing movies to media within your camcorder You can dub movies from a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” to a disc. Insert a disc in your camcorder beforehand. From b Notes • Using the AC Adaptor as the power source is recommended to prevent the power from being turned off during operation.
Page 52: Dividing Movies
Dubbing movies to the media within your camcorder (Continued) To dub all movies in a Playlist (p. 53) 1 In step 2, touch [ If the disc space is not sufficient to record the entire movie, [Not enough memory space.] appears. 2 Touch [YES].
Page 53: Creating The Playlist
b Notes • You cannot restore movies once they are divided. • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing movies. • Do not remove the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” while dividing movies in the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”...
Page 54: Playing The Playlist
Creating the Playlist (Continued) When [Completed.] appears, touch To add all the movies to the Playlist 1 In step 2, touch [ 2 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 3 When [Completed.] appears, touch To add all the movies recorded on the same day at one time 1 In step 2, touch [ Previous/Next date...
Page 55 To erase unnecessary movies from the Playlist (HOME) t 1 Touch t [PLAYLIST EDIT]. 2 Touch [ ERASE]. To erase all the movies from the ERASE ALL] t Playlist, touch [ [YES] t [YES]. Then, when Completed.] appears, touch 3 Touch the movie to be erased from the Playlist.
Page 56 Creating the Playlist (Continued) Adjusts the dividing point with more precision after the dividing point has been selected with Returns to the beginning of the selected movie. t [YES]. 5 Touch 6 When [Completed.] appears, touch b Notes • A slight difference may occur from the point where you touch and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing...
Page 57: Dubbing Movies To Vcr Or Dvd/Hdd Recorders
Dubbing movies to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders Connecting a device with the A/V connecting cable You can dub movies played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Connect the device in either of the following ways. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.
Page 58: Usb Cable
Dubbing movies to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders (Continued) touch (HOME) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [DISP OUTPUT] t [LCD PANEL] (the default setting) (p. 82). • To record the date/time and camera settings data, display them on the screen (p. 79). •...
Page 59: Printing Still Images (Pictbridge Compliant Printer)
Turn on your camcorder. Connect the (USB) jack of your camcorder to a DVD writer, etc. using the supplied USB cable (p. 124). The [USB SELECT] screen appears. Touch media which contains the movie to be dubbed. Start recording on the connected device.
Page 60 Printing still images (PictBridge compliant printer) (Continued) Touch the still image to be printed. The selected still image is marked with Press and hold the still image on the screen to confirm. Touch to return to the previous screen. Touch (OPTION), set the following options, then touch [COPIES]: Set number of copies of a...
Page 61: Utilizing Media
Utilizing Media (MANAGE MEDIA) category This category enables you to use the media for various purposes. (MANAGE MEDIA) category Item list MOVIE MEDIA SET You can select the media for movies (p. 26). FINALIZE You can enable discs to be played on other devices by finalizing them (p.
Page 62: Making The Disc Compatible With Playback On Other Devices (Finalizing)
Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices (Finalizing) Finalizing makes the recorded disc compatible for playback with other devices and DVD drives of computers. Before finalizing, you can select the style of the DVD menu which displays the movie list (p.
Page 63 To add movies to a finalized disc (p.68) Movies cannot be added. Unfinalize the disc. Movies can be added as usual. When the DVD menu has been created, a confirmation screen prompts you to confirm that you wish to add movies. b Notes •...
Page 64: Finalizing A Disc
Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices (Finalizing) (Continued) Finalizing a disc b Notes • It takes from a minute to a maximum of several hours to finalize a disc. The shorter the amount of material recorded on the disc, the longer it takes for finalizing.
Page 65: Playing A Disc On Other Devices
Playing a disc on other devices Playing a disc on other devices Finalizing a disc (p. 62) allows you to view movies recorded by your camcorder on other DVD devices. However, we do not guarantee proper playback on all devices. You can play back DVD+RW on other devices without finalizing the disc.
Page 66: Checking Media Information
Checking media information You can check the remaining recordable time or space of the media selected on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 26). Touch (HOME) t MEDIA) t [MEDIA INFO]. You can check other information by touching To turn off the display, touch b Notes •...
Page 67 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [MEDIA FORMAT] t [DISC]. x DVD-RW Select the recording format, [VIDEO] or [VR] (p. 11), then touch x DVD+RW Select the aspect ratio of the movie, [16:9 WIDE] or [4:3], then touch Touch [YES]. When [Completed.] appears, touch b Notes...
Page 68: Recording Additional Movies After Finalizing
Formatting media (Continued) • Do not attempt the following operations when [Executing...] is on the screen: – To operate the POWER switch or buttons – To remove the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” Recording additional movies after finalizing You can record additional movies on the finalized DVD-RW (VIDEO mode)/ DVD+RW discs after the following steps, if the disc has free space.
Page 69 When [Completed.] appears, touch When using a DVD+RW If you have created a DVD menu (p. 64) during finalizing, you must perform the following steps prior to recording additional movies. Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the power cord (mains lead) to the wall outlet (wall socket).
Page 70: Finding The Right Disc (Disc Select Guide)
Finding the right disc (DISC SELECT GUIDE) Select the option that is right for you on the screen, then you will be informed of the appropriate disc for your purposes. Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [DISC SELECT GUIDE]. Touch the option that is right for you on the screen.
Page 71 b Notes • Do not apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder during this operation. • Do not disconnect the AC Adaptor or remove the battery pack. • While the image database file is being repaired, do not remove the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”...
Page 72: Customizing Your Camcorder
Customizing Your Camcorder What you can do with the category of the You can change the recording functions and the operating settings for your convenience. Using the HOME MENU Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). (HOME) (HOME) (SETTINGS) category Touch (SETTINGS).
Page 73 Items ZEBRA REMAINING SET SUB-T DATE FLASH MODE* FLASH LEVEL REDEYE REDUC FACE DETECTION INDEX SET* CONVERSION LENS PHOTO SETTINGS (p. 78) Items IMAGE SIZE FILE NO. NIGHTSHOT LIGHT STEADYSHOT GUIDEFRAME ZEBRA FLASH MODE* FLASH LEVEL REDEYE REDUC FACE DETECTION CONVERSION LENS VIEW IMAGES SET (p.
Page 74: Movie Settings
MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies) Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 72 (OPTION MENU) t page 85 The default settings are marked with B. REC MODE (Recording mode) You can select a recording mode to record a...
Page 75 DIGITAL ZOOM You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom greater than optical zoom magnification. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom. The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming factor.
Page 76: Redeye Reduction
MOVIE SETTINGS (Continued) REMAINING SET B ON Always displays the remaining media capacity indicator. AUTO Displays the remaining recording time of movie for about 8 seconds in the following situations. – When your camcorder recognizes the remaining media capacity when the POWER switch is set to –...
Page 77 b Notes • The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other conditions. FACE DETECTION The camcorder adjusts the focus/color/ exposure of face images automatically. B ON ( Detects face images in frames, then adjusts their image quality automatically.
Page 78: (Items For Recording Movies) Photo Settings
Corporation. The recordable number of still images varies depending on the recording conditions or the type of “Memory Stick.” • The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid CMOS Sensor and image processing system BIONZ allow the still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.
Page 79: (Items For Recording Still Images)
RESET Assigns individual file numbers for each “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” NIGHTSHOT LIGHT See page 74. STEADYSHOT See page 75. GUIDEFRAME See page 75. ZEBRA See page 75. FLASH MODE See page 76. FLASH LEVEL See page 76. REDEYE REDUC (Redeye reduction) See page 76.
Page 80 VIEW IMAGES SET (Continued) CAMERA DATA Movie Still image C SteadyShot off D Brightness E White balance F Gain G Shutter speed H Aperture value I Exposure z Tips • appears for still images recorded using flash. • The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV.
Page 81: Sound/Disp Set
SOUND/DISP SET (Items to adjust sound and the screen) Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 72 (OPTION MENU) t page 85 The default settings are marked with B. VOLUME Touch to adjust the volume...
Page 82: (Items To Adjust Sound And The Screen) Output Settings
SOUND/DISP SET (Continued) b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. z Tips • This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way.
Page 83: (Items For When Connecting Other Devices) Clock/ Lang
CLOCK/ LANG (Items to set clock and language) Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 72 CLOCK SET See page 23. AREA SET You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock.
Page 84: Quick On Stby
GENERAL SET (Continued) A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off) B 5min The camcorder is automatically turned off when you do not operate your camcorder for more than approximately 5 minutes. NEVER The camcorder is not automatically turned off. b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket), [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to [NEVER].
Page 85: Activating Functions Using The Option Menu
Activating functions using the The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. Various functions are displayed. Using the OPTION MENU While using your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen. (OPTION) Touch the desired item.
Page 86: Recording Items On The Option Menu
Activating functions using the Recording items on the OPTION MENU Items FOCUS SPOT FOCUS TELE MACRO EXPOSURE SPOT METER SCENE SELECTION WHITE BAL. COLOR SLOW SHTR SUPER NIGHTSHOT FADER D.EFFECT PICT.EFFECT REC MODE BLT-IN ZOOM MIC MICREF LEVEL IMAGE SIZE SELF-TIMER TIMING RECORD SOUND...
Page 87: Menu
Functions set in the Items you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below. The default settings are marked with B. FOCUS You can adjust the focus manually. You can select this function also when you want to focus on a certain subject intentionally.
Page 88: Spot Meter
Functions set in the EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of an image manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark relative to the background. 1 Touch [MANUAL]. appears. 2 Adjust the exposure by touching 3 Touch To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO] t...
Page 89 LANDSCAPE Select this to record distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows that comes in between the camcorder and the subject. PORTRAIT ( Select this to bring out the subject such as people or flowers while creating a soft background.
Page 90: Color Slow Shutter
Functions set in the • When you select [ONE PUSH], keep framing white object while is flashing quickly. • flashes slowly if [ONE PUSH] could not be set. • When [ONE PUSH] was selected, if flashing after touching BAL.] to [AUTO]. •...
Page 91 D.EFFECT (Digital effect) When you set [OLD MOVIE], and you can add an old movie effect to images. To cancel [D.EFFECT], touch [OFF]. PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect) You can add special effects to an image during recording. appears. B OFF Does not use [PICT.EFFECT] setting. SEPIA Images appear in sepia.
Page 92: Performing With Your Computer
Browser” does not support a Macintosh computer. On the advanced use of images on your camcorder connected to your Macintosh computer, see the following URL: http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ ms/us/ Installing the software Environment for using “Picture Motion Browser” OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional...
Page 93 • Depending on your computer, 8 cm media (DVD+R DL, etc.) cannot be used. • If you use a Notebook PC, connect it to the AC Adaptor as the power source. Otherwise, the software will not work properly due to the power saving function of the PC.
Page 94 Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of your computer. Operating the Picture Motion Browser • To start “Picture Motion Browser,” click [Start] - [All Programs] - [Sony Picture Utility] - [PMB - Picture Motion Browser]. • The basic operation of “Picture Motion Browser”...
Page 95 6 Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder and the computer. b Notes • Do not disconnect the USB cable while the ACCESS/access lamp is lit. • Before turning off your camcorder, disconnect the USB cable following the proper procedures described above.
Page 96: Troubleshooting
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...96 • Batteries/Power sources ...97 •...
Page 97 – [MOVIE MEDIA SET] – [AUDIO MODE] – [WIDE SELECT] – [SUB-T DATE] – [FLASH MODE] – [ INDEX SET] – [CONVERSION LENS] – [ IMAGE SIZE] – [FILE NO.] – [ DISPLAY] – [VOLUME] – [BEEP] – [TV TYPE] –...
Page 98 Troubleshooting (Continued) outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time. • The ambient temperature is too high or too low. This is not a malfunction.
Page 99 • You inserted a disc that cannot be used with your camcorder. • Your camcorder could not recognize the disc. You cannot operate functions using the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” • If you use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” formatted on a computer, format it again on your camcorder (p.
Page 100 Troubleshooting (Continued) [LANDSCAPE], [SPOTLIGHT], [BEACH] or [SNOW] in [SCENE SELECTION] – [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] The actual recording time for movie is less than the expected recording time of the media. • Depending on the conditions when recording a fast moving object or so, the time available for recording may shorten.
Page 101 [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] cannot be operated. • Set the NIGHTSHOT switch to ON (p. 37). [COLOR SLOW SHTR] does not operate correctly. • [COLOR SLOW SHTR] may not operate correctly in total darkness. Use NightShot or [SUPER NIGHTSHOT]. You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL]. •...
Page 102 Troubleshooting (Continued) Playing back a disc on other devices You cannot play back the disc, or the disc is not recognized. • Clean the disc using a soft cloth (p. 114). • Finalize the disc (p. 62). • A disc recorded in VR mode cannot be played back on a device that does not support VR mode.
Page 103 Movies cannot be added in the Playlist. • The media is full. • To a Playlist, you can add 999 movies on a disc, or 99 movies on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (p. 53). Delete unnecessary images (p. 47). •...
Page 104 Troubleshooting (Continued) “Picture Motion Browser” does not work correctly. • Finish “Picture Motion Browser” and restart your computer. Your camcorder is not recognized by the computer. • Install “Picture Motion Browser” (p. 93). • Disconnect devices from the USB jack of the computer other than the keyboard, mouse, and your camcorder.
Page 105: Warning Indicators And Messages
Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:04:00 C: (or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis...
Page 106 E:20:ss / E:31:ss / E:61:ss / E:62:ss / E:91:ss / E:94:ss • A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Inform them of the 5-digit code, which starts from “E.”...
Page 107 (Warning indicator pertaining to incompatible “Memory Stick PRO Duo”)* • An incompatible “Memory Stick PRO p. 114 Duo” is inserted ( - (Warning indicator pertaining to the write-protect of the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”)* • Access to the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...
Page 108: Pictbridge Compliant Printer
Warning indicators and messages (Continued) This Memory Stick is not formatted correctly. • Check the format, then format the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” with your camcorder if necessary (p. 67). Memory Stick folders are full. • You cannot create folders exceeding 999MSDCF.
Page 109 Cannot divide. • You cannot divide a movie that is extremely short. Cannot recover data. • Writing data to the media has failed. Attempts were made to recover the data, but they were unsuccessful. Please wait. • This is displayed if the disc removal process takes time.
Page 110: Additional Information
Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].
Page 111: World Time Difference
Setting to the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Touch [AREA SET] and [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] (p. 83). World time difference Time-zone Area setting differences Lisbon, London +01:00...
Page 112: File/Folder Structure On A "Memory Stick Pro Duo
• Do not modify the files or folders in the camcorder from a computer. The image files may be destroyed or may not be played back. • We (Sony) will not be responsible for the results of operating the data on the media in the camcorder from a computer.
Page 113: Maintenance And Precautions
Maintenance and precautions About the disc See page 12 for the details of discs which you can use with your camcorder. Notes on use • 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).
Page 114: About The "Memory Stick
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) 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.
Page 115: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack
• Do not insert anything other than a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo slot. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” in the following locations: – Places subject to extremely high temperature such as a car parked outside in the summer –...
Page 116: About Handling Of Your Camcorder
Maintenance and precautions (Continued) To charge the battery pack • Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder. • We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) until the CHG (charge) lamp turns off.
Page 117: Moisture Condensation
• If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product.
Page 118 Maintenance and precautions (Continued) • If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. • While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a malfunction.
Page 119 Cleaning inside the viewfinder Remove any dust from inside the viewfinder by following the steps below. 1 Pull out the viewfinder. 2 While pushing in the tab on the bottom of the viewfinder with a fine-tipped object such as a ball point pen, pull the eyecup block in the direction of the arrow to remove.
Page 120: Specifications
** The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid CMOS sensor and image processing system BIONZ allow the still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.
Page 121 Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, and DVD+R DL logo are trademarks. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Page 122 Source code is provided on the web. To download, go to the following website and select DCR-DVD810. 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.
Page 123: Quick Reference
Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. A Power zoom lever (36, 43) B PHOTO button (31, 35) C POWER switch (23) D /CHG (flash/charge) lamp (20) E QUICK ON button/lamp (37) F A/V Remote Connector (45, 57) Connect other optional accessories.
Page 124 Identifying parts and controls (Continued) A Memory Stick Duo slot/cover (29) B LCD screen/touch panel (16, 25) (HOME) button (17, 72) D Zoom buttons (36, 43) E START/STOP button (31, 35) F RESET button Initializes all the settings, including the setting of the date and time.
Page 125 A Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (7) B Flash (76) C Infrared port/Remote sensor Point the Remote Commander (p. 126) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. D Active Interface Shoe The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone.
Page 126 Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Page 127: Indicators Displayed During Recording/Playback
Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies Recording still images Viewing movies Viewing still images A HOME button (17, 72) B Remaining battery (approx.) (21) C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) D Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP) (74) E Media type (11) F Counter (hour/minute/second) G OPTION button (18, 85) H Dual Rec (37)
Page 128 Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued) Indicators when you made changes Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning Audio mode ( MICREF LEVEL low (91) WIDE SELECT (74) Flash (76, 76) Self-timer recording (91) BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (91)
Page 129: Glossary
Glossary x 5.1ch surround sound A system that plays back sound on 6 speakers, 3 at the front (left, right and center) and 2 at the rear (right and left) with an additional low-pass subwoofer counted as a 0.1 channel for frequencies of 120 Hz or lower.
Page 130: Index
Index Numeric 12IMAGES...80 16:9...45 16:9 WIDE ...28 4:3...28, 45 5.1ch surround recording...36 5.1ch surround sound ...36 6IMAGES...80 8cm DVD ...11 AC Adaptor ...20 Additional recording...68 AREA SET ...83 Aspect ratio...45 AUDIO MODE ...74 AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto slow shutter) ...75, 104 A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off) ...84 A/V connecting cable ...45, 57...
Page 131 ID-1/ID-2 ...46 IMAGE SIZE...78 INDEX SET (face index set) ...77 Indicators ...128 INDOOR...89 InfoLITHIUM...115 Install (software)...92 Insulation sheet ...126 JPEG ...129 LANDSCAPE...89 LANGUAGE SET ...83 LAST SCENE DEL (delete) ...48 LCD backlight ...25 LCD BL LEVEL (LCD back light level)...81, 101 LCD BRIGHT ...81 LCD COLOR...81 LCD panel...25...
Page 132 Index (Continued) SUNRISE&SUNSET ...88 SUPER NIGHTSHOT..90, 104 TELE MACRO...87, 104 Tripod ...125 TV color system ...110 TV TYPE...45, 82 TWILIGHT ...88 TWILIGHT PORT..88 UNFINALIZE ...68, 103 USB 2.0 ...92 USB cable...59, 93 Using abroad...110 VBR...13 VF B.LIGHT (Viewfinder backlight)...81 VIDEO mode...11 VIEW IMAGES SET ...79 VISUAL INDEX ...32, 40...
Page 134 Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español Paso 1: Comprobación de los componentes incluidos Asegúrese de que dispone de los siguientes componentes incluidos con su videocámara. El número entre paréntesis indica el número de componentes incluidos de cada artículo. Adaptador de ca (1) Cable de alimentación (1) Cable de conexión de A/V (1) Cable USB (1)
Page 135 Paso 2: Recarga de la batería Batería Tapa de la toma Clavija de cc Puede recargar la batería “InfoLITHIUM” (serie H) después de colocarla en la videocámara. b Notas • La videocámara funciona sólo con una batería “InfoLITHIUM” (serie H). Deslice el interruptor POWER en el sentido de la flecha hasta la posición OFF (CHG) (ajuste...
Page 136 Paso 2: Recarga de la batería (Continuación) b Notas • Desconecte el adaptador de ca de la toma DC IN mientras sujeta la videocámara y la clavija de cc Para extraer la batería 1 Deslice el interruptor POWER hacia la posición OFF (CHG).
Page 137 Tiempo de grabación Tiempo aproximado (min) disponible cuando utiliza una batería completamente cargada. Al grabar en un disco Tiempo de Tiempo de Batería grabación grabación continua normal (típico)* NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (incluida) NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Al grabar en un “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...
Page 138 Paso 2: Recarga de la batería (continuación) • No es recomendable utilizar una batería NP- FH30, que sólo permite realizar grabaciones y reproducciones de corta duración con la videocámara. Acerca del tiempo de recarga / grabación / reproducción • Tiempos medidos al utilizar la videocámara a una temperatura de 25 °C (se recomienda una temperatura de 10 °C a 30 °C).
Page 139: Cambio Del Ajuste De Idioma
Seleccione la zona geográfica deseada con y luego toque [SIGUIENTE]. Ajuste el valor de [HORA VERANO] y luego toque [SIGUIENTE]. Ajuste [A] (año) mediante Seleccione [M] con ajuste el mes con Ajuste [D] (día), hora y minuto del mismo modo, y luego toque [SIGUIENTE].
Page 140 Paso 4: Realización de ajustes antes de la grabación Ajuste del panel de LCD Abra el panel de LCD 90 grados con respecto a la videocámara (1) y, a continuación, gírelo en el ángulo que le resulte más adecuado para grabar o reproducir (2).
Page 141 Paso 5: Selección de un medio para películas Puede ajustar el medio que usará para almacenar películas. Puede seleccionar un disco o un “Memory Stick PRO Duo”. b Notas • Puede grabar, reproducir o editar imágenes en el medio seleccionado. Al grabar, reproducir o editar imágenes en otro medio, seleccione el medio nuevamente.
Page 142 Paso 6: Inserción de un disco o un “Memory Stick PRO Duo” Inserción de un disco Si selecciona [DISCO] en el “Paso 5”, se necesita un nuevo DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R o DVD+R DL de 8 cm b Notas • Antes de utilizarlo, elimine el polvo y las huellas dactilares del disco con un paño suave.
Page 143 Toque la opción que desee en la pantalla. x DVD-RW Seleccione el formato de grabación, [VIDEO] o [VR], y luego toque x DVD+RW Seleccione la relación de aspecto de la película, [PANORÁM.16:9] o [4:3], luego toque Toque [SÍ]. Cuando aparezca [Finalizado.], toque Cuando el proceso de formateo finalice, puede comenzar a grabar en disco.
Page 144 Paso 6: Inserción de un disco o un “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (Continuación) Inserción de un “Memory Stick PRO Duo” z Sugerencias • Si sólo graba imágenes fijas en el “Memory Stick PRO Duo”, no son necesarias las operaciones posteriores al paso 3. Abra el panel de LCD.
Page 145 Notas • Los números de la tabla corresponden a la utilización de un “Memory Stick PRO Duo” fabricado por Sony Corporation. El tiempo de grabación varía según las condiciones de grabación, el tipo de “Memory Stick” o el ajuste de [MODO GRAB.].
Page 146 Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español Grabación Las películas se graban en el medio seleccionado en [AJ.SOPORTE PEL.]. (HOME) D START/STOP C Interruptor POWER Si el interruptor POWER está ajustado en OFF (CHG), deslícelo mientras Indicador mantiene presionado el Indicador botón verde.
Page 147 Películas Deslice el interruptor POWER A hasta que se encienda el indicador (Película). Presione START/STOP B (o C). [ESPERA] Para detener la grabación, presione START/STOP de nuevo. b Notas • No puede grabar imágenes fijas en un disco. z Sugerencias •...
Page 148 Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español Reproducción Puede reproducir películas grabadas en el medio seleccionado en [AJ.SOPORTE PEL.]. Tapa del objetivo Se cierra conforme al ajuste de (VISUALIZAR IMÁGENES). (HOME) E (HOME) D (VISUALIZAR IMÁGENES) Deslice el interruptor POWER A para encender la videocámara. Presione (VISUALIZAR IMÁGENES) B (o C).
Page 149 Iniciar reproducción. Películas Toque la ficha y la película que desea reproducir. Cuando la reproducción desde la película seleccionada llega a la última película, la pantalla regresa a la pantalla VISUAL INDEX. Vuelve a la pantalla VISUAL INDEX. Principio de la película / Película anterior Detener (muestra la pantalla VISUAL INDEX).
Page 150 Reproducción (Continuación) Ajustar el volumen del sonido de las películas (OPTION) t ficha t [VOL.] y luego ajuste el volumen Al reproducir películas, toque z Sugerencias (HOME) D (o E) t • Puede cambiar la pantalla a VISUAL INDEX al tocar (VISUALIZAR IMÁGENES) t [VISUAL INDEX].

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