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Sony DCR-PC10 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony DCR-PC10 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Manual de instrucciones
Antes de emplear la unidad, lea este manual detenidamente y
consérvelo para realizar consultas en el futuro.
Owner's Record
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 upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. DCR-PC10
Serial No.
DCR-PC10
©1997 by Sony Corporation
Model No. AC-V100
Serial No.
3-860-747-12 (1)

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    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 upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-PC10 Serial No. DCR-PC10 ©1997 by Sony Corporation 3-860-747-12 (1) Model No.
  • Page 2 English WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER•SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

  • 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 Español Índice Antes de comenzar Uso de este manual ... 5 Comprobación de los accesorios suministrados ... 7 Procedimientos iniciales Carga e instalación del paquete de batería ... 8 Inserción de videocassettes ... 12 Operaciones básicas Grabación con la cámara ... 13 Uso de la función de zoom ...

  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC 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

    Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack Before using your camcorder, you first need to charge and install the battery pack. To charge the battery pack, use the supplied AC power adaptor. This camcorder operates with the “InfoLITHIUM“ battery pack. If you use any...
  • 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 power cord. After about one minute, reconnect the power cord again. •You cannot operate the camcorder using the AC power adaptor while charging the battery pack. •When a fully charged battery pack is installed, the CHARGE lamp will light once, then go out.

  • 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 •We recommend to use this camcorder to play back a tape recorded on this camcorder. If a tape recorded on other camcorder is played back on this camcorder, or vice versa, mosaic- pattern noise may appear.

  • 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 2 5/8 feet (about 80 cm) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1/2 inch (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 Hints for better shooting Place the camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripod Try placing the camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of suitable height. If you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with 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. Reproducción de cintas Notas sobre la reproducción...

  • 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

    Using the house current To use the supplied AC power adaptor: (1) Open the jack cover and connect the connecting plug on the camcorder to the DC OUT jack on the AC power adaptor using the supplied connecting cord. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.
  • 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

    V515A (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V). Connect the car battery charger and the camcorder using the supplied DK-626 connecting cord. Note on the battery pack...

  • 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 Changing the mode settings Items for VTR mode only TITLE DSPL <ON/OFF> •Select ON to display the title you have chosen. •Select OFF not to display the title. TAPE TITLE Select this item to label the cassette tape. See page 81 for details.

  • 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 color 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 color 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 house current for the power source.
  • Page 57 (1) After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch on the AV cordless IR receiver to ON. (2) Set the POWER switch on the camcorder to VTR. (3) Turn the TV on and set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR.

  • Page 58: Searching For The Boundaries Of Recorded Date

    TV models. Notes on LASER LINK •When LASER LINK is activated (the LASER LINK button is lit), the camcorder consumes power. Press and turn off the LASER LINK button when it is not needed. •When the conversion lens (not supplied) is installed, the transmission of infrared rays may be blocked.

  • 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

    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

    •La imagen y el sonido grabados de la parte en la que inserte la nueva escena se borrarán. •Si inserta una nueva escena (imagen y sonido) en una cinta grabada con otra videocámara (incluida la DCR-PC10), es posible que se deteriore la calidad de la imagen y el sonido.

  • Page 73: Audio Dubbing

    LP mode. •If you add a new sound on a tape recorded with another camcorder (including another DCR-PC10), 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: Pantalla Lcd

    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

    We recommend you to use the tape with cassette memory. The IC memory is mounted on this type of Mini DV cassette. This camcorder can read and write data such as dates of recording or titles, etc. to this memory. Tapes with cassette memory have (Cassette Memory) mark.
  • 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 The year indicators changes as follows: 1997 1998 ... 2000 ... Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. • 12:00 AM stands for midnight. • 12:00 PM stands for noon. Reajuste de la fecha y hora...

  • 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 Tips for using the battery pack Battery pack care •Remove the battery pack from the camcorder after using it, and keep it in a cool place. When the battery pack is installed to the camcorder, a small amount of current flows to the camcorder even if the POWER switch is set to OFF.
  • 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 77 F (25 C). 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

    Sony dealer. Precautions Camcorder operation •Operate the camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 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.
  • 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 wall outlet when not in use for a long time.
  • Page 97 Maintenance information and precautions Note on dry batteries To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following. •Be sure to insert the batteries in the correct direction. •Dry batteries are not rechargeable. •Do not use a combination of new and old batteries.

  • 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. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].

  • 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 Please contact your nearest Sony dealer. • If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA without inserting a cassette, the camcorder automatically starts the demonstration or DEMO MODE is set to STBY/ON in the menu system.
  • 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 Trouble check When the CHARGE lamp flashes Check through the following chart. Remove the battery pack from the AC power adaptor. Then install the same battery pack again. When the CHARGE lamp flashes again Install another battery pack. When the CHARGE lamp flashes again The problem is with the AC power adaptor.

  • Page 104: Self-Diagnosis Function

    Sony facility. Cause and/or corrective actions • Moisture condensation has occurred. m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour. (p. 93) • The video heads are dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied).

  • Page 105: Solución De Problemas

    Español Solución de problemas Si tiene algún problema al utilizar la videocámara, consulte la siguiente tabla para encontrar la solución. Si persiste el problema, desconecte la fuente de alimentación y póngase en contacto con un proveedor de Sony o servicio Sony autorizado local. Videocámara Alimentación Problema...
  • Page 106 Solución de problemas Funcionamiento Problema La función de búsqueda de imágenes finales no se activa. La cinta no se mueve cuando se presiona el botón de movimiento de cinta. No se escucha ningún sonido o sólo un sonido muy bajo al reproducir la cinta. No se escucha el nuevo sonido añadido a la cinta grabada.
  • Page 107 Solución de problemas Funcionamiento Problema Al visualizar la fecha grabada, la función de búsqueda de fechas no se activa. La función de búsqueda de títulos no se activa. El indicador no aparece al utilizar una cinta con memoria en cassette. Imagen Problema La imagen en la pantalla del visor...
  • Page 108 Solución de problemas Otros Problema Durante la edición utilizando el cable de conexión de DV, no es posible controlar la imagen de grabación. La videocámara se calienta. El control remoto suministrado no funciona. El indicador BATT CHARGE parpadea después de cargar el paquete de batería instalado en la videocámara.
  • Page 109 Solución de problemas Si el indicador CHARGE parpadea Compruebe el siguiente diagrama. Extraiga el paquete de batería del adaptador de alimentación de CA. A continuación, vuelva a instalar el mismo paquete de batería. Si el indicador CHARGE vuelve a parpadear Instale otra paquete de batería.

  • Page 110: Indicación De Autodiagnóstico

    Español Indicación de autodiagnóstico La videocámara cuenta con una pantalla de autodiagnóstico. Esta función muestra el estado de la videocámara con cinco dígitos (una combinación de una letra y números) en la pantalla LCD o en el visor electrónico. Si esto ocurre, compruebe el siguiente diagrama de códigos.

  • Page 111: Specifications

    English Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system Two rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12bits (Fs 32kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with logo printed Recording/playback time SP mode: 1 hour (DVM60) LP mode: 1.5 hours (DVM60)

  • Page 112: Especificaciones

    Español Especificaciones Videocámara Sistema Sistema de grabación de video Dos cabezales giratorios, sistema de exploración Helical Sistema de grabación de audio Cabezales giratorios, sistema PCM Cuantificación: 12 bits (Fs 32kHz, estéreo 1, estéreo 2) Señal de video Color NTSC, estándares EIA Videocassette utilizable Videocassette mini DV con logotipo impreso...

  • 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 Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 9/32 inch (6.5 mm). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder. Identificación de los componentes @§ Botones LCD BRIGHT (p. 19, 25) @¶...
  • Page 116 The DV IN/OUT jack is i.LINK compatible. About the Carl Zeiss lens This camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce a fine image. The lens for this camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation.

  • 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 The operative range of the Remote Commander is about 16.4 feet (5 m) indoors. Depending on the angle, Remote Commander may not activate the camcorder. Identificación de los componentes Para preparar el control remoto Para utilizar el control remoto, es necesario insertar dos pilas tamaño AA (R6).
  • Page 119 Otherwise, the remote control may not be effective. •Be sure that there is no obstacle between the remote sensor on the camcorder and the Remote Commander. •This camcorder works in commander mode VTR 2. The commander modes (1, 2 and 3) are...
  • 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 Warning indicators 5 The tab on the tape is out (red). 6 Moisture condensation has occurred. (p. 93) 7 The video heads may be contaminated. (p. 94) 8 The clock is not set. If the clock is not set when you set the POWER switch to CAMERA, the message appears for 5 seconds.

  • Page 124: Index

    Index A, B Audio dubbing ... 73 Audio mode ... 82 BATT RELEASE ... 11 BEEP ... 16, 34 Camera recording ... 13 Car battery ... 32 Cassette memory ... 5 Charging battery pack ... 8 Charging vanadium-lithium battery ... 84 Cleaning video heads ...

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