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Sony handycam dcr-dvd108: user guide
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Read this first
On this "First Step Guide"
Software's on-line help
Picture Motion Browser features
Chapter 1: Setting up for the first time
Preparation flow
Installing software
Connecting your camcorder to a computer using a cable
Chapter 2: Importing/viewing videos and still images on a computer
Importing videos on a disc and still images on a "Memory Stick Duo" to a computer
Viewing videos and still images imported to a computer
Chapter 3: Editing the imported videos and still images
Editing videos
Editing still images
Chapter 4: Creating and copying a disc
Creating a disc
Copying a disc
Types of discs you can use
Chapter 5: Manipulating still images
Manipulating still images
Chapter 6: Using with a Macintosh computer
Connecting your camcorder and a Macintosh computer with a USB cable
Copying still images from a "Memory Stick Duo"

Troubleshooting

Symptoms
Cause and/or corrective actions
Additional information
System requirements
Trademarks and regulations
(C) 2007 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 6: Using with a Macintosh computer Connecting your camcorder and a Macintosh computer with a USB cable Copying still images from a “Memory Stick Duo” Troubleshooting Symptoms Cause and/or corrective actions Additional information System requirements Trademarks and regulations (C) 2007 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Read This First

    Read this first On this “First Step Guide” This “First Step Guide” describes the connections and settings required to use your camcorder with a computer, and the basic operation of the software on the CD-ROM. The CD-ROM includes the following software. Picture Motion Browser: Windows computer only You cannot use Picture Motion Browser on a Macintosh computer.
  • Page 3 Read this first Software's on-line help The help provides detailed operating instructions for Picture Motion Browser. Select [Help] in the [Help] menu of the software to start up the on-line help. Previous Next...

  • Page 4: Picture Motion Browser Features

    Read this first Picture Motion Browser features Picture Motion Browser is a set of Windows applications with the following features. If you double-click the [ ] (Picture Motion Browser) icon on the desktop, [Picture Motion Browser] starts up. Notes The picture may not play back smoothly, depending on specifications of your computer. For details about the recommended specifications, see You cannot use Picture Motion Browser on a Macintosh computer.

  • Page 5: Preparation Flow

    Chapter 1: Setting up for the first time Preparation flow Installation of the supplied software is required the first time you use your camcorder with a Windows computer. For installing the supplied software, see “Installing software.” For details on how to connect your camcorder to a computer, see “Connecting your camcorder to a computer using a cable.”...

  • Page 6: Installing Software

    Chapter 1: Setting up for the first time Installing software You need to install the software to your Windows computer to enjoy editing your recorded videos and still images. The installation is required only for the first time. Before installation, prepare your camcorder and a USB cable. Confirm that your camcorder is not connected to the computer.
  • Page 7 For the information about Picture Motion Browser, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/support-disoft/ Previous ] (Picture Motion Browser), appear on the desktop. ] appears on the desktop. By registering your Sony product, you can Next...
  • Page 8 Chapter 1: Setting up for the first time Connecting your camcorder to a computer using a cable You can connect your camcorder to a computer using a USB cable. Connection image (USB cable and USB jack) Note When connecting your camcorder to a computer, make sure you insert the connector in the correct direction. Do not insert the connector forcibly as it may damage the cable or your camcorder.
  • Page 9 Note Depending on the status of the computer, a window that urges you to restart the computer may be displayed. In this case, follow the instructions on the screen to restart the computer. If [Picture Motion Browser] is not displayed, see “Troubleshooting.” Recommended USB cable connection Connect your camcorder as shown in the following illustration.
  • Page 10 the “Memory Stick Duo.” To switch the media (disc/“Memory Stick Duo”) Touch the button of media you want to switch to ([ COMPUTER] or [ COMPUTER]) in step 5 of “To disconnect the USB cable.” Your camcorder switch to the selected media. Previous...

  • Page 11: Importing Videos On A Disc And Still Images On A "Memory Stick Duo" To A Computer

    Chapter 2: Importing/viewing videos and still images on a computer Importing videos on a disc and still images on a “Memory Stick Duo” to a computer You can import videos on a disc to a computer by connecting your camcorder and a computer using a USB cable.

  • Page 12: Calendar Functions

    The import of selected images to the selected folder starts. If the Import Media Files window is not displayed in step 4, click [Start] - [All Programs] ([Programs] for Windows 2000) - [Sony Picture Utility] - [Import from]- [Digital Still Camera/Memory Stick (DCF Format)]. Calendar functions <Details>...
  • Page 13 date and time they were taken, and are displayed as thumbnails in calendar format. You can also select and view images from any folder or memory device. On destination folders The images are imported to the date folders (named with the date imported) created in the [My Pictures] folder in the default setting.

  • Page 14: Viewing Videos And Still Images Imported To A Computer

    Chapter 2: Importing/viewing videos and still images on a computer Viewing videos and still images imported to a computer You can browse videos and still images imported to a computer, sorted by registered folders (Folders view), or sorted by the date and time they were taken (Calendar view). Turn on the computer.
  • Page 15 When you click the month icon Tips When you click a month on the yearly calendar, the calendar switches to the calendar of the selected month. When you click the date on a monthly calendar, the calendar switches to a time calendar for the selected date. Thumbnails of the videos and still images taken that day are displayed, arranged according to the hour they were taken.
  • Page 16 To play images consecutively You can select videos and still images and play them as a slide show. Here we explain the procedure for starting a slide show by selecting videos and still images in the Calendar view. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Double-click [ ] (Picture Motion Browser) on the desktop.

  • Page 17: Editing Videos

    Chapter 3: Editing the imported videos and still images Editing videos You can cut out only required video parts to save. Turn on the computer. Double-click [ ] (Picture Motion Browser) on the desktop. [Picture Motion Browser] starts up. Select the video you want to edit in the Folders view or Calendar view. Click [ ] and select [Video Trimming].
  • Page 18 Select the scene you want to set as an OUT point (the end of the required part) in the same way, and click [Set OUT point]. The selected scene is displayed in the thumbnail of [OUT point]. After setting the points, click [Save Edited Video]. The Save Video window is displayed.

  • Page 19: Editing Still Images

    Chapter 3: Editing the imported videos and still images Editing still images You can edit imported still images as follows. (only the models with a “Memory Stick Duo” slot) For details about the operation, refer to the Picture Motion Browser Help. Automatic Correction Automatically corrects the brightness and contrast to the most suitable levels for that image.

  • Page 20: Creating A Disc

    Chapter 4: Creating and copying a disc Creating a disc You can create a DVD video with a DVD menu by putting together videos and still images imported to your computer. The selected videos are written to the disc as they are. If there are unnecessary scenes in the video, edit it beforehand. <Details>...
  • Page 21 Click [Next]. Menu selection window of the disc is displayed. Select menu design and a title creation method, and enter the disc name. Image of DVD video menu to create is displayed. Tips Selecting [Menu Sorted by Date Taken] in the Menu structure drop-down list automatically changes the order of videos and still images into the order of date on which they were taken.

  • Page 22: Copying A Disc

    Chapter 4: Creating and copying a disc Copying a disc You can copy the images recorded on a disc to another 8 cm or 12 cm disc. This procedure describes how to copy the images recorded on a -RW (8 cm) disc in your camcorder to a -R (12 cm) disc in the DVD drive of your computer.
  • Page 23 speed each time, before writing starts. When you copy a -RW (8 cm) disc to a -R (12 cm) disc, approximately 1.5 GB of free space is needed on your hard disk for temporary files. Depending on the capacity of the source disc, the free space required varies. Previous Next...

  • Page 24: Types Of Discs You Can Use

    Chapter 4: Creating and copying a disc Types of discs you can use This section explains about discs you can use for backing up a disc or creating a disc playable on other DVD players. The types of discs you can use ( and the disc type used to create the disc you want to copy.

  • Page 25: Manipulating Still Images

    Chapter 5: Manipulating still images Manipulating still images You can manipulate imported still images as follows. For details about the operation, refer to the Picture Motion Browser Help. Printing still images You can print imported still images. You can also print still images with the date information. You can save a scene you select from the video as a still image and print it.

  • Page 26: Connecting Your Camcorder And A Macintosh Computer With A Usb Cable

    Chapter 6: Using with a Macintosh computer This “First Step Guide” describes how to connect your camcorder to a Macintosh computer and how to import images from the inserted “Memory Stick Duo.” (Picture Motion Browser is not used on a Macintosh computer.) Connecting your camcorder and a Macintosh computer with a USB cable Note...
  • Page 27 Chapter 6: Using with a Macintosh computer Copying still images from a “Memory Stick Duo” Connect your camcorder to a computer via a USB cable. Double-click the drive icon. Drag and drop the desired still image file onto the hard disk icon. Note For details on the “Memory Stick Duo”...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Symptoms When using the videos on a disc, a computer does not recognize your camcorder. Cannot use the supplied software, Picture Motion Browser on the Macintosh computer. Cannot view the videos on a disc in your camcorder with a computer. You cannot view the still images recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo”...

  • Page 29: Cause And/Or Corrective Actions

    Troubleshooting Cause and/or corrective actions When using the videos on a disc, a computer does not recognize your camcorder. Install Picture Motion Browser. <Details> Disconnect the USB device other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the computer. Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer, then connect them again correctly.
  • Page 30 The actual displayed screen or message is different from that shown in this “First Step Guide.” The screen or message may be different. Previous...

  • Page 31: Additional Information

    Additional information System requirements For Windows users When using Picture Motion Browser OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Media Center Edition Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment. CPU: Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or faster Application: DirectX 9.0c or later (This product is based on DirectX technology.

  • Page 32: Trademarks And Regulations

    Music Contents without obtaining authorization or approval of the respective owners thereof. License of Picture Motion Browser by Sony Corporation would not be construed as conferring to you by implication, estoppel or otherwise any license or right to use the Music Contents.
  • Page 33 Automatic Correction Brightness Correction Calendar view Capturing still images Changing the date and time stamp DirectX 9.0c E-mail External program Folders view Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) Inserting date Install Macintosh Picture Motion Browser Printing Red-eye Reduction Resizing Saturation Sharpness Slide show Tone Curve Trimming USB cable...

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