Table Of Contents - Sony Handycam HDR-HC3 Operating Manual

Table of Contents
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DV
Features available for the DV format only
iMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................................................. 3
Read this first ........................................................................................... 5
Trying out the new HDV format! ............................................................. 12
Viewing video recorded in the HDV format! ........................................... 13
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Step 1: Checking supplied items ............................................................ 14
Step 2: Charging the battery pack ......................................................... 1,5
Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ......... 19
Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder .................................... 20
Step 5: Using the touch panel ................................................................ 21
Changing the language setting .................................................................... 21
Checking the screen indicators (Display guide) .......................................... 21
Step 6: Setting the date and time ........................................................... 23
Step 7: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo". ................................. 24
Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam) ........................................ 26
Recording ............................................................................................... 30
Playback ................................................................................................ 31
Functions used for recording/playback, etc ........................................... 32
Recording
To use zoom
To record high quality still images during tape recording (Dual Rec)
To control the image settings manually with the dial (CAM CTRL dial/
MANUAL button)
To use the flash
To record in dark places (NightShot)
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects
To record in mirror mode
To use a tripod