Page 1: Operating Instructions
Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ИНСТРУКЦИЯ ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ Перед эксплуатацией аппарата внимательно прочтите, пожалуйста, данное руководство и сохраняйте его для дальнейших справок. DCR-IP45E/IP55E ©2002 Sony Corporation...
Page 2: Memory Stick
English Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use.
Page 3 EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). DCR-IP55E only Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this Handycam is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Page 4: Main Features
Recording moving pictures or still images, and playing them back •Viewing moving pictures recorded on tapes using the i.LINK cable (p. 196) (The i.LINK of this camcorder adopts the format only. It does not adopt the or the MPEG2 format of •Viewing images recorded on the...
Page 5 •DATA CODE (p. 57) •MULTI-PICTURE SEARCH (p. 98) •Tape PB ZOOM (p. 96) •TITLE SEARCH (p. 102) Accessing the Internet, sending/ receiving your e-mail. For details, refer to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with your camcorder. (DCR-IP55E only) (p. 221)
Page 8: Table Of Contents
English Table of contents Main Features Introduction – Basic operations Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape ... 14 – Recording on a “Memory Stick” ... 16 Getting started Using this manual ... 22 Checking supplied accessories ... 25 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ...
Page 9 Additional Information Usable cassettes ... 261 About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ... 263 About i.LINK ... 266 Using your camcorder abroad ... 269 Maintenance information and precautions ... 270 Specifications ... 279 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls ... 283...
Page 12: Introduction - Basic Operations
How to turn on the power and select the mode To supply power for the camcorder, see “Step 1 Preparing the power supply” on page 26. (1) Slide the POWER switch down while pressing the small green button, then release your finger.
Page 13 Introduction – Basic operations Grip position The grip on this camcorder can be moved to three positions. Turn the grip to the appropriate position depending on your purpose. Storing position/ Recording position/ Cassette inserting/ejecting position/ Storing position Turn the grip to this position when you store your camcorder.
Page 14: Connecting The Mains Lead
English Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape Connecting the mains lead Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 26). AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette Turn the grip to the cassette inserting/ ejecting position.
Page 15 LCD panel, the battery pack, the flash or the jack cover. (p. 39) When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is not set up yet. Set the clock setting before recording (p. 31). CAMERA Press MEMORY/...
Page 16: Recording On A "Memory Stick
Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick” Connecting the mains lead Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 26). AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a “Memory Stick” Position the b mark on the “Memory Stick” as illustrated and insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick”...
Page 17 The picture appears on the LCD screen. When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is not set up yet. If you want to record the date and time for a picture, set the clock setting before recording (p. 31).
Page 19 CAMERA MEMORY/ NET- (CHG) WORK MODE POWER CAMERA MEMORY/ NET- (CHG) WORK MODE POWER START/STOP...
Page 21 CAMERA MEMORY/ NET- (CHG) WORK MODE POWER PLAY PHOTO PHOTO...
Page 22: Getting Started
Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-IP55E is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations.
Page 23 Using this manual Note on the MICROMV format Your camcorder is based on the MICROMV format. You can only use MICROMV cassettes with your camcorder. •Records and plays back for about 60 minutes with equal quality when compared to DV (digital video).
Page 24: Precautions On Camcorder Care
LCD screen and the finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. •Do not let your camcorder get wet. Keep your camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder get wet may cause your camcorder to malfunction.
Page 25: Only) (P
Cleaning cloth (1) (p. 272) qd Stylus (DCR-IP55E only) (p. 222) qf 21-pin adaptor (1) (p. 62) European models only Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc.
Page 26: Step 1 Preparing The Power Supply
To protect the battery terminals, install the battery terminal cover after the battery pack is removed. Installing the battery pack Make sure that the battery pack is properly installed. Check also the battery pack is not attached to your camcorder askew.
Page 27: Charging The Battery Pack
(1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing up. (2) Connect the mains lead to the AC power adaptor.
Page 28: Charging Time
Step 1 Preparing the power supply While charging the battery pack, the battery CHG lamp flashes in the following cases: – The battery pack is not installed correctly. – Something is wrong with the battery pack. When you use the AC power adaptor Place the AC power adaptor near the wall socket.
Page 29: Playing Time
This unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (F series). Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” F series battery packs have the “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Playing time on LCD screen/ mark. Playing time with LCD closed/...
Page 30: Connecting To A Wall Socket
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall socket When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall socket using the AC power adaptor. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark...
Page 31: Step 2 Setting The Date And Time
CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not use your camcorder for about three months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p.
Page 32: Step 2 Setting The Date And Time
Press EXIT. When using your camcorder abroad Set the clock to the local time (p.33). If you use the camcorder in a region where summer time is used Set SUMMERTIME to ON in the menu settings. If you do not set the date and time “–...
Page 33: Simple Setting Of Clock By Time Difference
Step 2 Setting the date and time Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 24-hour cycle. Simple setting of clock by time difference You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference.
Page 34 Step 2 Setting the date and time Area Time-zone Area setting code differences GMT+09:00 Seoul, Tokyo GMT+09:30 Adelaide, Darwin GMT+10:00 Melbourne, Sydney GMT+11:00 Solomon Is GMT+12:00 Fiji, Wellington GMT–12:00 Eniwetok, Kwajalein GMT–11:00 Midway Is., Samoa GMT–10:00 Hawaii GMT–09:00 Alaska GMT–08:00 LosAngeles, Tijuana GMT–07:00 Denver, Arizona...
Page 35: Step 3 Inserting A Cassette
Step 3 Inserting a cassette (1) Prepare the power source. (2) Turn the grip to the cassette inserting/ejecting position. See “Introduction – Basic operations” (p.13) for more information. (3) Slide OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens.
Page 36 Label Labels may cause a malfunction of the camcorder. Therefore, be sure not to: •Stick on any labels other than the one supplied. •Stick the label onto any part of the cassette other than the label position [a].
Page 37: Step 4 Using The Touch Panel
(1) Prepare the power source (p. 26 - 30). (2) Slide OPEN in the direction of the B mark indicated on the camcorder to open the LCD panel. (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) or VCR.
Page 38: Step 4 Using The Touch Panel
•If FN is not on the LCD screen, touch the LCD screen lightly to make it appear. You can make the display appear and disappear with DSPL/ TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder. •When the operation buttons do not work even if you press them, an adjustment is required (CALIBRATION) (p.
Page 39: Recording - Basics
(5) Slide OPEN in the direction of the B mark indicated on the camcorder to open the LCD panel. The viewfinder automatically turns off. (6) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The REC indicator appears. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up.
Page 40: After Recording
When you want to change the battery pack, be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). It does not affect transition.
Page 41: Adjusting The Lcd Screen
Slide OPEN to open the LCD panel./ When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically, and hold it into the camcorder body. Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode (p. 45), the viewfinder automatically turns off.
Page 42: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Lcd Screen
Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Press FN and select PAGE3 (p. 37). You can also adjust the brightness of the LCD screen in the following operations. • Set the POWER switch to VCR. Press FN and select PAGE2.
Page 43: Adjusting The Viewfinder
Adjust with the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to your camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out. You can operate with the touch panel through the viewfinder in CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) mode (p.
Page 44: Using The Zoom Feature
Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears further away) Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings.
Page 45: Shooting With The Mirror Mode
Recording a picture When you shoot close to a subject If you cannot get a sharp focus, move the power zoom lever to the “W” side until the focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least about 80 cm (about 2 feet 5/8 inch) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1 cm (about 1/2 inch) away in the wide-...
Page 46 Recording a picture Picture in the mirror mode The picture on the LCD screen is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normal when recorded. During recording in the mirror mode FN appears mirror-reversed in the viewfinder. When you press FN indicator does not appear on the LCD screen.
Page 47 Recording a picture Remaining battery time indicator during recording The remaining battery time indicator shows the approximate recording time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are recording. When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed.
Page 48: Shooting A Backlit Subject - Back Light
Recording a picture Shooting a backlit subject – BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) and press BACK LIGHT.
Page 49: Shooting In The Dark
Recording a picture Shooting in the dark – NightShot/Super NightShot/ Colour Slow Shutter Using NightShot NightShot enables you to shoot a subject in a dark place. For example, you can satisfactorily record the environment of nocturnal animals for observation when you use this function. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) and set NIGHTSHOT to ON.
Page 50 Notes •Do not use the NightShot function in bright places (ex. outdoors in the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you keep NIGHTSHOT set to ON in normal recording, the picture may be recorded in incorrect or unnatural colours.
Page 51 Recording a picture While using the Colour Slow Shutter function, you cannot use the following functions: – Fader – Exposure – Digital effect – PROGRAM AE – Recording still images – Flexble Spot Meter – HOLOGRAM AF – Recording with the flash While using Super NightShot or Colour Slow Shutter The shutter speed will be automatically adjusted...
Page 52: Self-Timer Recording
To restart the countdown, press START/STOP again. To cancel self-timer recording Press SELFTIMER so that the indicator disappears from the LCD screen while your camcorder is in the standby mode. You cannot cancel self-timer recording using the Remote Commander. START/STOP (self-timer)
Page 53 Recording a picture Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically cancelled when: – Self-timer recording is finished. – The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) You can also record still images on the “Memory Stick”...
Page 54: Checking The Recording - End Search
(1) In the standby mode, press FN to display PAGE1 (p. 37). (2) Press END SCH. The last five seconds of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder returns to the standby mode. You can monitor the sound from the speaker. To return to FN Press EXIT.
Page 55: Playback - Basics
— Playback – Basics — Playing back a tape You can monitor the recorded tape etc. on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also control playback using the Remote Commander.
Page 56: To Stop Playback
Remote Commander. When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out. If you leave the power on for a long time Your camcorder gets warm. This is not a malfunction.
Page 57: To Display The Screen Indicators - Display Function
Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DSPL/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder or DISPLAY on the Remote Commander. The indicators disappear from the LCD screen. To make the indicators appear, press DSPL/ TOUCH PANEL or DISPLAY again.
Page 58 – A blank portion of the tape is being played back. – The tape is unreadable due to tape damage or noise. – The tape was recorded by a camcorder without the date and time set. Data code When you connect your camcorder to a TV, the data code also appears on the TV screen.
Page 59: Various Playback Modes
Playing back a tape Various playback modes To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR. To view a still image (playback pause) •Press during playback. To resume playback, press again. •Press PAUSE on the Remote Commander during playback. To resume normal playback, press PAUSE again.
Page 60 (END SEARCH) Press END SCH on PAGE2 in the stop mode. The last five seconds of the recorded section are played back then the camcorder stops. Video control buttons on the LCD screen To play back or pause a tape...
Page 61: Viewing The Recording On Tv
: Signal flow/ If your TV is already connected to the VCR Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
Page 62 If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector (EUROCONNECTOR) – European models only Use the 21-pin adaptor supplied with your camcorder. This adaptor is exclusive to an output. If your TV has an S video jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures.
Page 63: Advanced Recording Operations
CAMERA mode You can record still images on a "Memory Stick" in CAMERA mode. Before operation Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears.
Page 64: Recording Still Images In Camera Mode
(The default setting is SUPER FINE). For details, see 228 for more information. Notes • Do not shake or strike your camcorder when you record still images. The image may fluctuate. • You cannot record still images on a "Memory Stick"...
Page 65 Recording still images in CAMERA mode Recording images with the flash The flash pops up automatically. The default setting is auto (no indicator). To change the flash mode, press (flash) repeatedly until the flash mode indicator appears on the LCD screen. Each press of (flash) changes the indicator as follows:...
Page 66 (p. 88) for focusing manually. If you leave your camcorder for five or more minutes after disconnecting the power source Your camcorder returns to the default setting...
Page 67 Recording still images in CAMERA mode You cannot shoot images with the flash during the following operations: – Wide mode – Fader – Digital effect – Picture effect – Super NightShot – Colour Slow Shutter – END SEARCH – MEMORY MIX –...
Page 68 PAGE2 To cancel self-timer recording Press SELFTIMER so that the indicator disappears from the LCD screen while your camcorder is in the standby mode. You cannot cancel the self-timer recording using the Remote Commander. Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically cancelled when: –...
Page 69: Adjusting The White Balance Manually
Adjusting the white balance manually You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural colour balance. Normally white balance is automatically adjusted. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only).
Page 70 Your camcorder may not adjust the white balance correctly in the n (INDOOR) mode. In the AUTO mode Point your camcorder at the white subject for about 10 seconds after setting the POWER switch to CAMERA to get better adjustment when: –...
Page 71: Using The Wide Mode
Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Black bands appear on the LCD screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The picture during playing back on a normal TV [b] or a wide -screen TV [c] are compressed in the widthwise direction.
Page 72 – Recording still images – OLD MOVIE – BOUNCE During recording You cannot select or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the recording standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings.
Page 73: Using The Fader Function
Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. NORM. FADER (fader)/ MOSC.FADER (mosaic)/ BOUNCE 1) 2) MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to colour. When fading out the picture gradually changes from colour to black-and-white.
Page 74 The fader indicator you selected flashes. (5) Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing, then lights up. After the fade in/out is carried out, the fader indicator goes off and your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. FADER To cancel the fader function Before pressing START/STOP, press step 2.
Page 75 Using the fader function Note You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function. Also, you cannot use the fader function while using the following functions: – Digital effect – Super NightShot – Colour Slow Shutter – Recording still images While using the BOUNCE function, you cannot use the following functions: –...
Page 76: Using Special Effects - Picture Effect
Using special effects – Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the TV. NEG. ART [a] : The colour and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : The picture is sepia. B&W : The picture is monochrome (black-and-white).
Page 77: Using Special Effects – Picture Effect
Using special effects – Picture effect To return to FN Press EXIT. To turn the picture effect function off Select OFF in P EFFECT in the menu settings. While using the picture effect function, you cannot use following functions: – OLD MOVIE –...
Page 78: Using Special Effects - Digital Effect
OLD MOVIE You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically sets the wide mode to ON, the picture effect to SEPIA, and the appropriate shutter speed. STILL LUMI.
Page 79 Using special effects – Digital effect (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press FN to display PAGE2. (3) Press DIG EFFT. The DIG EFFT screen appears. (4) Press a desired digital effect mode. In the STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory.
Page 80 Using special effects – Digital effect To return to FN Press EXIT. To cancel the digital effect Press OFF. The display returns to PAGE2. Notes •The following functions do not work during digital effect: – Fader – Super NightShot – Colour Slow Shutter –...
Page 81: Using The Program Ae
Landscape This mode is for when you record distant subjects such as mountains. Also it prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording a subject behind glass or a screen.
Page 82 To turn the PROGRAM AE off Select AUTO in PROGRAM AE in the menu settings. Notes •Because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance, you cannot take close-ups in the following modes: – Spotlight –...
Page 83 Using the PROGRAM AE •The PROGRAM AE does not work in the following cases (The indicator flashes): – To set the NIGHTSHOT to ON. – To record images on a “Memory Stick” using the MEMORY MIX. •When you set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only), sports lesson does not work.
Page 84: Adjusting The Exposure Manually
When you adjust the exposure manually, the following functions do not work: – Colour Slow Shutter – Backlight Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode: – If you change the PROGRAM AE mode. – If you set NIGHTSHOT to ON.
Page 85: Using The Spot Light-Metering Mode - Flexible Spot Meter
Using the spot light- metering mode – Flexible Spot Meter You can take a picture with the appropriate exposure automatically for just the point you want to focus on and with its exposure fixed. Use the Flexible Spot Meter mode in the following cases: –...
Page 86 The following functions do not work during the Flexible Spot Meter: – Colour Slow Shutter – Backlight Your camcorder automatically returns from the Flexible Spot Meter to the automatic exposure: – If you change the PROGRAM AE mode – If you set NIGHTSHOT to ON...
Page 87: Focusing Manually
Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. Normally, focus is automatically adjusted. •The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting: – subjects through glass coated with water droplets – horizontal stripes –...
Page 88 Use this information as a rough guide to get a sharp focus. – You cannot get correct information if you have attached a conversion lens (optional) to your camcorder. indicator.
Page 89: Using The Spot Focus Mode - Spot Focus
Using the spot focus mode – Spot Focus You can take a picture with the appropriate focus automatically for just the point you want to focus on and with its focus fixed. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only).
Page 90: Using The Viewfinder
Using the viewfinder Turn the LCD panel over and move it back to your camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out. You can operate with the touch panel using the viewfinder. Use the viewfinder in the following case: When operating camera brightness and the fader...
Page 91 Using the viewfinder EXPOSURE: adjust the exposure by pressing –/+. FADER: press FADER until the desired fader mode is displayed. The indicator changes as follows: FADER t M. FADER (no indicator) MONOTONE ON: The LCD screen lights up in the mirror mode.
Page 92: Advanced Playback Operations
Playing back a tape with picture effects During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect functions: NEG.ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE. (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU, then select P EFFECT in the menu settings to select a desired picture effect mode (p.
Page 93 However, you can record images on a “Memory Stick” (p. 154, 169), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by the picture effect...
Page 94: Playing Back A Tape With Digital Effects
Playing back a tape with digital effects During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press DIG EFFT. The DIG EFFT screen appears.
Page 95 However, you can record images on a “Memory Stick” (p. 154, 169), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by the digital effect...
Page 96: Enlarging Images Recorded On Tapes - Tape Pb Zoom
– Tape PB ZOOM You can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. Your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on the “Memory Stick”, too (p. 182). (1) In the playback or playback pause mode, press FN and select PAGE2.
Page 97 PB ZOOM function. However, you can record images on a “Memory Stick” (p. 154), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. •You cannot record moving pictures on a “Memory Stick”...
Page 98: Searching For A Scene - Multi-Picture Search
When you select the thumbnail you want to play back, the camcorder starts searching for the image or scene and plays it back automatically. You can also control this function using the Remote Commander.
Page 99 Searching for a scene – MULTI-PICTURE SEARCH (5) Select the thumbnail you want to play back, then press EXEC. The camcorder starts searching for the image or scene and plays it back automatically. The blue portion of the bar indicates the scanning range and the white portion of the bar indicates the recorded portion.
Page 100 Press END. The display returns to PAGE1. To end the multi-picture search function from the playback screen Press EXIT. When controlling the camcorder with the Remote Commander You can use the MULTI SRCH and X/x/C/c/ EXECUTE buttons. MULTI SRCH If the tape has a blank portion in the...
Page 101 When you press MULTI SRCH on the Remote Commander The MULTI SCH screen appears. During searching The other functions of this camcorder do not work. The thumbnail images displayed on the MULTI SCH screen You cannot modify these thumbnail images.
Page 102: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Tape By Title - Title Search
Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title – TITLE SEARCH You can search for the boundaries of a recorded tape by selecting the title. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the TITLE SEARCH indicator appears.
Page 103: Searching A Recording By Date - Date Search
Searching a recording by date – DATE SEARCH Your camcorder automatically searches for the point where the recording date changes and starts playback from that point by selecting the recording date (Date search). Use the Remote Commander for this operation.
Page 104 Searching a recording by date – DATE SEARCH If a tape has a blank in the beginning of the tape or a portion between recorded sections The date search function may not work correctly. Micro Cassette Memory The tape cassette memory can hold 20 recording date data.
Page 105: Editing
Dubbing a tape Using the A/V connecting cable You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder as a player. Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. The supplied A/V connecting cable is equipped with an S video plug and a video plug.
Page 106 Dubbing a tape When you have finished dubbing a tape Stop recording on the VCR, and stop playback on your camcorder. You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, S-VHS, VHSC, Betamax, mini DV,...
Page 107 MICROMV product. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. (You cannot connect the camcorder to a DV product.) You cannot dub the titles, displayed indicators, the contents of Micro Cassette Memory, or letters on the “Memory Stick”...
Page 108 Dubbing a tape You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable See page 266 for more information about i.LINK. Pictures processed by the picture effect, the digital effect or PB ZOOM function These pictures are not output through the i.LINK (MICROMV Interface).
Page 109: Recording Video Or Tv Programmes
You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV programme from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. 1 Switching the video input jack of the A/V connecting cable The supplied A/V connecting cable is equipped with an S video plug and a video plug.
Page 110: Making A Recording
Set DISPLAY to LCD in (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder. If you are recording a tape from the VCR, insert a recorded tape into the VCR.
Page 111 Your camcorder only records pictures for viewing on a PAL system based TV and VCR. See “Using your camcorder abroad” on page 269 for the TV colour systems used in each country and area. If your TV or VCR is a monaural type...
Page 112 MICROMV product. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. (You cannot connect the camcorder to a DV product.) (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder, and insert the recorded tape into VCR.
Page 113 •First, start playback or turn to the playback pause mode before the camcorder starts recording or turns to the recording pause mode. If no signal is input into the camcorder, the message NO INPUT appears and the camcorder cannot start recording.
Page 114: Superimposing A Title
Superimposing a title You can superimpose a title for five seconds from the recording start point. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for about five seconds from the point where you superimposed Superimposing a title on starting a recording (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Page 115 Superimposing a title CAMERA MEMORY/ NET- (CHG) WORK MODE POWER PAGE2 If you set the write-protect tab to lock You cannot superimpose or erase the title. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection. To use the custom title If you want to use the custom title, select step 4.
Page 116 If the tape has a blank portion in the middle of the recorded parts The title may not be displayed correctly. The titles superimposed with your camcorder •They are displayed only by the MICROMV format video equipment with index titler function.
Page 117 (4) Press INPUT TITLE. The TITLE SET screen appears. (5) Press </, to select the direction to scan. The camcorder starts scanning in the selected direction. When you select ,, the thumbnails are displayed from the upper-left window, and when you select <, they are displayed from the lower-right window.
Page 118 Superimposing a title To use a custom title If you want to use a custom title, select step 7. Notes •Thumbnails may not be displayed depending on the condition of the tape. This is not a malfunction. •Noise may appear on the thumbnails. However, this has no effect on the recorded images.
Page 119: Erasing A Title
Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select TITLEERASE in in the menu setting, then press EXEC (p. 230). (4) Press r/R to select the title you want to erase, then press EXEC.
Page 120: Making Your Own Titles
Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. Making a title in CAMERA mode (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Page 121: To Change A Title You Have Stored
Making your own titles CAMERA MEMORY/ NET- (CHG) WORK MODE POWER PAGE2 To return to FN Press EXIT. To change a title you have stored In step 5, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET depending on which title you want to change, then press EXEC and enter the new title as desired.
Page 122 Making your own titles If you take five minutes or longer to enter characters in the standby mode while a cassette is in your camcorder, the power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored in memory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once and then to CAMERA again, then complete your title.
Page 123 Making your own titles Making a title in VCR mode (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press TITLE. The TITLE screen appears. (4) Press TITLE SET. The TITLE SET screen appears. (5) Press r/R to select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, then press EXEC.
Page 124: The Micro Cassette Memory
The cassette information [a] The unique number of each cassette. The camcorder automatically assign this number. [b] The cassette title set by the TAPE TITLE item in the menu settings (Cassette label). [c] The first-recorded date in this cassette.
Page 125: Labelling A Cassette
The Micro Cassette Memory Labelling a cassette The label can consist of up to 16 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labelled cassette and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR, the label is displayed for about five seconds.
Page 126 The Micro Cassette Memory If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock You cannot label the tape. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection. To erase the character Press T. The last character is erased. To enter a space Press t.
Page 127: Memory Stick" Operations
Stick”– Introduction You can record and play back still images and moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for the...
Page 128 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Using a “Memory Stick” Write-protect tab/ •You cannot record or erase images when the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK. •The position and shape of the write protect tab may be different depending on the model. •We recommend backing up important data on the hard disk of your computer.
Page 129 Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). On your camcorder, you cannot play back still images recorded on other equipment (DCR- TRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/ D770) that does not conform to this universal standard.
Page 130 While the “Memory Stick” access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder because your camcorder is reading the data from the “Memory Stick” or recording the data on the “Memory Stick”. Do not turn the power off , eject a “Memory Stick”...
Page 131: Using A Touch Panel
(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only). (2) Slide OPEN in the direction of the B mark indicated on the camcorder to open the LCD panel. The operation buttons appear on the LCD screen. You can switch the memory playback/memory camera mode by pressing PLAY/CAM.
Page 132 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction In the memory camera mode/ PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 SPOT FOCUS MENU PLAY INDEX PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 SELF PLAY INDEX TIMER PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT PLAY INDEX To return to FN Press EXIT. To execute settings Press EXEC or To cancel settings Press...
Page 133 •If FN is not on the LCD screen, touch the LCD screen lightly to make it appear. You can control the display with DSPL/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder. •When operation buttons do not work even if you press them, an adjustment is required (CALIBRATION) (p.
Page 134: Selecting Still Image Quality Mode
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting still image quality mode You can select the image quality mode in still image recording and store the setting in memory. The default setting is SUPER FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) or VCR.
Page 135 – Introduction Image quality settings Setting Meaning SUPER FINE (SFN) This is the highest image quality in your camcorder. The number of still images you can record is less than in FINE mode. Super fine images are compressed to about 1/3.
Page 136 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction 1152 864 image size Image quality mode SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD 480 image size Image quality mode SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD Image quality mode indicator The image quality mode indicator is not displayed during playback. When you select image quality The number of images you can shoot in the currently selected image quality appears on the...
Page 137 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting moving picture quality mode There are SUPER FINE, FINE, STANDARD and LIGHTMODE in the moving picture quality mode. The default setting is SUPER FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) or VCR. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1.
Page 138 This mode is suitable when you intend to modify the pictures using your computer. SUPER FINE is the default setting of the camcorder. FINE: You can record moving pictures for a longer time than with the SUPER FINE mode, the quality, however, declines slightly.
Page 139 You can play back a maximum of 30 still images per second with your camcorder (30 fps/frame per second). Bit rate The higher the transmission rate, the more natural the moving picture becomes.
Page 140 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting the size of still image You can select either of two image sizes. Still images: 1152 864 or 640 POWER switch is set to CAMERA or VCR, the image size is automatically set to 640 480.) The default setting is 1152 (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only).
Page 141 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Note When still images recorded on your camcorder in 1152 864 size are played back on other equipment that does not support 1152 864 size, the full image may not appear. Image size settings...
Page 142 FINE STANDARD LIGHTMODE The table above shows approximate number and times of still images and moving pictures you can record on a “Memory Stick” formatted by your camcorder. Capacity of “Memory Stick”/ 8 MB 16 MB (supplied)/ (optional)/ 45 s/...
Page 143: Recording Still Images On A "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo Recording
– Memory photo recording You can record still images on the “Memory Stick”. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only). (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly. The green z mark stops flashing, then lights up.
Page 144: Memory Photo Recording
You cannot turn off the power or press PHOTO. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the LCD screen when you press the button. When you press PHOTO lightly in step 2 The image momentarily flickers.
Page 145: Recording Images Continuously
NORMAL [a] Your camcorder shoots up to four still images in 1152 864 size or 13 still images in 640 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals. (...
Page 146 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only). (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select STILL SET in the menu settings, then press EXEC. (4) Press r/R to select BURST, then press EXEC (p.
Page 147 The flash does not work. When shooting with the self-timer function or the Remote Commander Your camcorder automatically records up to the maximum recordable number of still images. If the remaining capacity of the “Memory Stick” is less than for three images EXP BRKTG does not work.
Page 148 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording Recording images with the flash The flash automatically pops up to strobe. The default setting is auto (no indicator). To change the flash mode, press (flash) repeatedly until the flash mode indicator appears on the LCD screen.
Page 149 HOLOGRAM AF (p. 150) or the focal distance information (p. 88) for focusing manually. If you leave your camcorder for five or more minutes after disconnecting the power source Your camcorder returns to the default setting (auto).
Page 150 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording Shooting with an auxiliary light – HOLOGRAM AF The HOLOGRAM AF is an auxiliary light source used for focusing on subjects in dark places. Set HOLOGRAM F to AUTO in settings.
Page 151 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording Notes •A conversion lens (optional) may obstruct the HOLOGRAM AF light and make focusing difficult. •If enough light does not reach the subject even if the HOLOGRAM AF emitter is emitted (recommended shooting distance is 2.5 m (8 1/ 3 feet)), the subject will not be focused.
Page 152: Self-Timer Memory Photo Recording
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording Self-timer memory photo recording You can record images on the “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only).
Page 153 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically cancelled when: – Self-timer recording is finished. – The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. To check the image to be recorded You can check the image by pressing the PHOTO button lightly, then press it deeper to start the self-timer recording.
Page 154: Recording An Image From A Tape As A Still Image
“Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data from other equipment through the input connector and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.”...
Page 155: Recording An Image From A Tape As A Still Image
MEMORY STICK FORMAT ERROR appears on the LCD screen The inserted “Memory Stick” is incompatible with your camcorder because its format does not comform with your camcorder. Check the format of the “Memory Stick.” If you press PHOTO lightly in the playback mode Your camcorder stops momentarily.
Page 156: Recording A Still Image From Other Equipment
Recording an image from a tape as a still image Recording a still image from other equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings (p. 232). (The defalt setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) When using the A/V connecting cable, set VIDEOINPUT to the appropriate position depending on the player.
Page 157 With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR. Using the i.LINK cable i.LINK (MICROMV Interface)/ : Signal flow/...
Page 158: Superimposing A Still Image In A "Memory Stick" On An Image - Memory Mix
Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on a “Memory Stick” on top of the moving picture you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape or a “Memory Stick.”...
Page 159: Memory Mix
Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX M. CHROM/ M C A M C H R O M M. LUMI/ M C A M L U M I C. CHROM/ C A M M C H R O M M.
Page 160 – MEMORY MIX Recording a superimposed image to a tape Before operation •Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick” recorded with still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) In the standby mode, press FN and select PAGE2.
Page 161 Image data modified on your computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play modified images back with your camcorder. When you select M. OVERLAP You cannot change the still image. Press to cancel the M. OVERLAP mode, then select the image again.
Page 162: Still Image
Recording a superimposed image to a “Memory Stick” as a still image Before operation Insert a recorded “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only). (2) In the standby mode, press FN and select PAGE2.
Page 163 Image size of still images Image size is automatically set to 640 480. Image data modified with your computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play them back with your camcorder. MEM MIX MCCAM LUMI CAMCM...
Page 164 20 images: – For M. CHROM: 18 images (such as a frame) 100-0001~100-0018 – For C. CHROM: 2 images (such as a background) 100-0019~100-0020 Sample images Sample images stored in the “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder are protected (p. 186).
Page 165: Recording Moving Pictures On The "Memory Stick" - Mpeg Movie Recording
Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only). (2) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. Quality mode recordable time SUPER FINE Maximum 45 s...
Page 166: Mpeg Movie Recording
Remote Commander for this operation (p. 57). During recording on a “Memory Stick” Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. While ejecting the tape, sound is not recorded on “Memory Stick.” When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) The angle of view is slightly larger compared with the angle of view in CAMERA mode.
Page 167: Self-Timer Mpeg Movie Recording
Recording moving pictures on the “Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording Self-timer MPEG movie recording You can record images on the “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only).
Page 168 Recording moving pictures on the “Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording To stop the countdown Press START/STOP. To restart the countdown, press START/STOP again. To cancel the self-timer recording Press SELFTIMER so that the (self-timer) indicator disappears on the LCD screen. You cannot cancel the self-timer recording using the Remote Commander.
Page 169: Recording A Picture From A Tape As A Moving Picture
Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.”...
Page 170: Recording A Picture From A Tape As A Moving Picture
Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture To stop recording Press START/STOP. Note Sound recorded in stereo is converted to monaural sound when recording from a tape. When the “Memory Stick” access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike the unit.
Page 171: Recording A Moving Picture From Other Equipment
Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Recording a moving picture from other equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings (p. 232). (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) When using the A/V connecting cable, set VIDEOINPUT to the appropriate position depending on the player.
Page 172 With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR. Using the i.LINK cable i.LINK (MICROMV Interface)/ : Signal flow/...
Page 173: Viewing A Still Image - Memory Photo Playback
“Memory Stick” by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) or VCR. (2) Press PLAY or PB.
Page 174 •The file name flashes on the LCD screen if the file is corrupted or the file is unreadable. To play back recorded images on a TV screen •Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before the operation.
Page 175 Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback Screen indicators during still image playback 1152 MEMORY PLAY 7 2002 12 : 05 : 56 INDEX Data Directory Number, File Number/ When no images are recorded on the “Memory Stick” When you press MEMORY PLAY on the Remote Commander, NO FILE appears.
Page 176 Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback Playing back six recorded images at a time (index screen) You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful when searching for a particular image. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) or VCR.
Page 177: Viewing A Moving Picture - Mpeg Movie Playback
“Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) or VCR. (2) Press PLAY or PB.
Page 178 •Cannot be output from the i.LINK (MICROMV Interface). To play back recorded images on a TV screen •Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before operation. •Turn the audio volume of the TV down before operation, or noise (howling) may be output from the TV speakers.
Page 179 Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback 1 / 2 0 MO V 1 0 0 0 1 MPEG SCRN SIZE 4 7 2002 12:05:56 INDEX Recording date/time To display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE during playback.
Page 180: Copying Still Images Recorded On The "Memory Stick" To A Tape
Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation •Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Using the video control buttons, search a point where you want to record and stop playback.
Page 181 You cannot operate the following functions: – MEMORY PLAY – MEMORY INDEX – MEMORY DELETE – MEMORY –/+ – MEMORY MIX Image data modified on your computers or shot with other equipment You may not be able to copy modified images with your camcorder.
Page 182: Enlarging Still Images Recorded On The "Memory Stick" - Memory Pb Zoom
“Memory Stick”. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) In the memory playback mode, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press PB ZOOM. PB ZOOM screen appears.
Page 183: Memory Pb Zoom
Enlarging still images recorded on the “Memory Stick” – Memory PB ZOOM To cancel the Memory PB ZOOM function Press END. Pictures in the Memory PB ZOOM mode Pictures are not output through the i.LINK (MICROMV Interface). In the Memory PB ZOOM mode If you press DSPL/TOUCH PANEL button, the frame on the Memory PB ZOOM screen disappears.
Page 184: Playing Back Images Continuously - Slide Show
(2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select SLIDE SHOW in in the menu settings (p. 229). And press EXEC. (4) Press START. Your camcorder plays back the images recorded on a “Memory Stick” in sequence. EXIT...
Page 185 Select the desired image using –/+ buttons before step 4. To view the recorded images on TV Connect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder (p. 61) before operation. If you change the “Memory Stick” during operation The slide show does not operate.
Page 186: Preventing Accidental Erasure - Image Protection
To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) or VCR. (2) In MEMORY/NETWORK mode, go to step 3.
Page 187 Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection To return to FN Press EXIT. To cancel image protection Press the image you want to cancel image protection in step 5 again. The “-” disappears. Note Formatting erases all information on the “Memory Stick,” including the protected image data.
Page 188: Deleting Images - Delete
Stick.” You can delete all images or selected images. Deleting selected images Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) or VCR. (2) Press PLAY or PB, then press –/+ to select the image you want to delete.
Page 189 Deleting images – DELETE To return to FN Press EXIT. To cancel deleting an image Press CANCEL in step 5. Notes •To delete a protected image, first cancel image protection. •Once you delete an image, you cannot restore it. Check the images to delete carefully before deleting them.
Page 190: Deleting Selected Images On The Index Screen
Deleting images – DELETE Deleting selected images on the index screen Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) or VCR. (2) In MEMORY/NETWORK mode, go to step 3.
Page 191: Deleting All The Images
Deleting all the images You can delete all the unprotected images in a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only). (2) Press FN to display PAGE1.
Page 192: Writing A Print Mark - Print Mark
(Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only) or VCR. (2) In MEMORY/NETWORK mode, go to step 3.
Page 193 Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK To return to FN Press EXIT. To cancel writing print marks Press the image you want to cancel the print mark in step 5 again . The disappears. If the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK You cannot write print marks on still images.
Page 194: Viewing Images Using Your Computer
Viewing images on your computer – Introduction There are the following ways of connecting the camcorder to a computer in order to view images saved on a “Memory Stick” or recorded on a tape on your computer. To view images on a computer which has a “Memory Stick”...
Page 195 •“Memory Stick” operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if a “Memory Stick” formatted on your computer is used on your camcorder, or if the “Memory Stick” in your camcorder was formatted from your computer when the USB cable was connected.
Page 196: Connecting Your Camcorder To Your Computer Using The I.link Cable - For Windows Users
MovieShaker Ver.3.1 for MICROMV. Before installing the i.LINK driver and the application software into your computer, be sure not to connect the camcorder to the computer. For details on installing and on an i.LINK connection, refer to the operating instructions supplied with MovieShaker Ver.3.1 for...
Page 197 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the i.LINK cable – For Windows users Recommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment Microsoft Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition/ Professional. Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the above environment is an upgraded OS.
Page 198: Connecting Your Camcorder To Your Computer Using The Usb Cable - For Windows Users
When connecting to a computer via the USB jack You must install a USB driver onto your computer in order to connect the camcorder to the computer’s USB connector. The USB driver can be found on the CD-ROM supplied, along with the application software required for viewing images.
Page 199 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Recommended computer usage environment when connecting via USB cable and viewing tape images on the computer Microsoft Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Standard installation is required.
Page 200 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Recommended computer usage environment when connecting via USB cable and viewing the “Memory Stick” images on the computer Recommended Windows environment Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE,...
Page 201: Installing The Usb Driver
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users Installing the USB driver Start the following operation without connecting the USB cable to your computer. Connect the USB cable according to “Making the computer recognise the camcorder”.
Page 202 Follow the on-screen messages to install DirectX. Restart your computer when the installation is completed. (7) Connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder. Set the POWER switch to VCR. (8) Select USB STREAM to ON in menu settings (p. 231). in the...
Page 203 USB cable – For Windows users (9) With the CD-ROM inserted, connect the USB jacks of the camcorder and computer using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder. Your computer recognises the camcorder, and the Windows Add Hardware Wizard starts.
Page 204 USB cable – For Windows users Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” (1) Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (2) Connect the AC power adaptor and set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only).
Page 205: If You Cannot Install The Usb Driver
If you cannot install the USB driver The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Perform the following procedure to correctly install the USB driver.
Page 206 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable – For Windows users 5 Select and delete the underlined devices below. Windows 98SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP...
Page 207 “Memory Stick” Step1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. 2 Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. 3 Connect the AC power adaptor, and set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only).
Page 208: Viewing Images Recorded On A Tape On Your Computer - For Windows Users
(p. 231). (4) Select “Start” t “Programs” t “PIXELA” t “ImageMixer” t “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”. The “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” startup screen appears on your computer. The title screen appears. (5) Click on the screen.
Page 209: Viewing Images Recorded On A Tape On Your Computer
– For Windows users (6) Select Preview window/ (7) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder with the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. (8) Press on the LCD screen to start playback.
Page 210: Capturing Still Images
(2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Select USB STREAM in menu settings (p. 231). (3) Follow the steps 4 to 7 on pages 208 and 209. The picture from your camcorder appears on preview window on your computer. Capturing still images (1) Select...
Page 211 – Images of different colour systems to that of the camcorder are not displayed correctly. •When your camcorder is in the standby with a cassette inserted, it turns off automatically after five minutes. •We recommend setting DEMO MODE to OFF in the menu settings when your camcorder is in the standby, and no cassette is inserted.
Page 212 If image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Reinstall the USB driver following the procedure on page 201.
Page 213 If you have any questions about “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” “ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” is a trademark of PIXELA corporation. For more information, refer to the instruction manual of the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder.
Page 214: Viewing Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick" On Your Computer - For Windows Users
Windows environment. (1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder. Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only).
Page 215 “Memory Stick,” the image and sound may break off. Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999.
Page 216 Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer – For Windows users Disconnect the USB cable and remove the “Memory Stick” or set the POWER switch to OFF(CHG) – For Windows 2000 Professional/Windows Me, Windows XP Home Edition/Professional users To unplug the USB cable, eject the “Memory Stick”...
Page 217: Connecting Your Camcorder To Your Computer Using The Usb Cable - For Macintosh Users
When connecting to a computer via the USB jack You must install a USB driver onto your computer in order to connect the camcorder to the computer's USB connector. The USB driver can be found on the CD-ROM supplied, along with the application software required for viewing images.
Page 218 “Driver.” (4) Select the following two files, and drag and drop them into the System Folder. • Sony Camcorder USB Driver • Sony Camcorder USB Shim (5) When the message appears, click “OK.” The USB driver is installed on your computer.
Page 219: Viewing Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick" On Your Computer - For Macintosh Users
QuickTime 3.0 or newer must be installed to play back moving pictures. (1) Turn on your computer and allow Mac OS to load. (2) Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder. (3) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55E only).
Page 220 Follow the procedure below. (1) Close all running applications. Make sure that the access lamp of your camcorder is not lit. (2) Drag the “Memory Stick” icon into the “Trash”. Alternatively, select the “Memory Stick” icon by clicking on it, and then select “Eject disk”...
Page 221: Using The Network Function
Operating Instructions supplied with your camcorder. NETWORK On trademarks •The Bluetooth trademarks are owned by their proprietor and used by Sony Corporation under license. •All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, “TM”...
Page 222 How to hold your camcorder when operating in NETWORK mode Hold your camcorder with your hand through the wrist strap to keep from dropping it. The operation buttons needed in NETWORK mode are displayed on the LCD screen. Press the buttons with the stylus supplied.
Page 223: Customising Your Camcorder
— Customising Your Camcorder — Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, press r/R to select the menu items. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and the mode.
Page 224: Camera Set
Changing the menu settings CAMERA MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE MENU P EFFECT FLASH LVL WHT BAL N. S. LIGHT AUTO SHTR MEMORY/NETWORK MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE FLASH LVL WHT BAL N. S. LIGHT To return to FN Press EXIT. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET...
Page 225: Selecting The Mode Setting Of Each Item
Changing the menu settings English Selecting the mode setting of each item Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The LCD screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Icon/item Mode MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE ——...
Page 226 To use the video plug of the A/V connecting cable when recording from a player. To use the S video plug of the A/V connecting cable S VIDEO when recording from a player. appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive compensation for POWER switch CAMERA CAMERA...
Page 227 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode LCD/VF SET LCD B.L. z BRT NORMAL BRIGHT LCD COLOUR —— VF B.L. z BRT NORMAL BRIGHT * DCR-IP55E only. LCD B.L. and VF B.L. •When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording. •When you use power supplies other than the battery pack, BRIGHT is automatically selected.
Page 228 To display the remaining capacity of the “Memory Stick” in the following cases: • for five seconds after inserting a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. • when the capacity of the “Memory Stick” is less than one minute after the POWER switch is set to MEMORY/NETWORK.
Page 229 RETURN * DCR-IP55E only. Notes on formatting •The “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder has been formatted at factory. Formatting with your camcorder is not required. •Do not turn the POWER switch or press any button while FORMATTING is displayed.
Page 230 To not display the cassette information of the tape. To display the remaining tape bar: • for about eight seconds after a cassette is inserted and your camcorder calculates the remaining amount of tape. • for about eight seconds after the playback button •...
Page 231 Notes on DEMO MODE •You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette or the “Memory Stick” is inserted in your camcorder. •When NIGHTSHOT is set to ON, the “NIGHTSHOT” indicator appears on the LCD screen and you cannot select DEMO MODE in the menu settings.
Page 232 If you press DSPL/TOUCH PANEL with DISPLAY set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings, the picture from a TV or VCR will not appear on the LCD screen even when your camcorder is connected to the output jacks on the TV or VCR.
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Page 241: Troubleshooting
If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the LCD screen, the self-diagnosis display function has activated. See page 248.
Page 242 Cause and/or Corrective Actions • If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA without a cassette inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. c Insert a cassette or press the LCD screen. The demonstration stops. You can also cancel DEMO MODE (p. 231) in the menu settings.
Page 243 Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In the playback mode Symptom Playback is not possible. There are horizontal lines on the picture or the playback picture is not clear or does not appear. No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape.
Page 244 Use a charged battery pack (p. 26, 27). • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatise (p. 270). • The q REMAIN is set to AUTO in the menu settings.
Page 245 This is not a malfunction. • Your camcorder cannot play back some images processed with a computer (The file name flashes on the LCD screen). • Your camcorder may not be able to play back the image recorded using other camcorder.
Page 246 • VIDEOINPUT is not set correctly in the menu settings. c Set it to the appropriate position (p. 226). • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize (p. 270). • Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder.
Page 247 • The battery pack is not properly installed. c Install it properly (p. 26). • Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • This is because some functions use a linear mechanism. This is not a malfunction.
Page 248: Self-Diagnosis Display
After reconnecting the power source, operate your camcorder. • A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code. (example: E:61:10) C:21:00...
Page 249: Warning Indicators And Messages
10 minutes remaining. % Moisture condensation has occurred* Fast flashing: •Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about one hour with the cassette compartment open (p. 270). Warning indicator as to Micro Cassette...
Page 250 Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET • FOR “InfoLITHIUM” BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE • COPY INHIBIT • FULL • • NO FILE • NO MEMORY STICK • MEMORY STICK ERROR • FORMAT ERROR • DIRECTORY ERROR •...
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Page 258 C:04:ss C:21:ss C:22:ss C:31:ss C:32:ss E:20:ss E:61:ss E:62:ss •C:ss:ss •E:ss:ss C:21:00...
Page 259 100-0001 C:21:00 C:21:00...
Page 261: Additional Information
DV cassettes. All of the MICROMV cassettes have Micro Cassette Memory. , and trademarks of Sony Corporation. Playing back a NTSC-recorded tape You can play back tapes recorded in the NTSC- video system on the LCD screen. Copyright signal...
Page 262 MICROMV cassette Be sure to affix a label only on the location illustrated below [a] so as not to cause malfunction of your camcorder. After using the MICROMV cassette Rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it in an upright position.
Page 263: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes. Charging the battery pack •Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder.
Page 264 (NP-FF70, optional). •Be certain to turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) when not taking shots or playing back on your camcorder. The battery pack is also consumed when your camcorder is in the standby mode or playback is paused.
Page 265: How To Store The Battery Pack
2. Discharge on your electronic equipment. 3. Remove the battery from the equipment and store it in a dry, cool place. •To use the battery pack up on your camcorder, leave your camcorder in the recording mode until the power goes off without a cassette inserted.
Page 266: About I.link
About i.LINK The i.LINK (MICROMV Interface) on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant MICROMV interface. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for controlling other equipment.
Page 267 About i.LINK About the name “i.LINK” i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by Sony, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
Page 268 (MICROMV Interface), see pages 107 and 112. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (MICROMV Interface) compatible equipment made by Sony (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment. Before connecting this unit to your computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on your computer.
Page 269: Using Your Camcorder Abroad
You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Your camcorder is a PAL system based camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be a PAL system based TV with VIDEO/AUDIO input jack.
Page 270: Maintenance Information And Precautions
(or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a hot place as follows: – You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device – You bring your camcorder from an...
Page 271: Maintenance Information And Precautions
CASSETTE message appear one after another on the LCD screen during recording. If the above problem, [a] or [b] occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony MGRCLD cleaning cassette (optional). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning.
Page 272: Cleaning The Lcd Screen
In such cases, you must replace the video head. For details, contact your Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility. Notes •When cleaning the video head, do not use any equipment other than the cleaning cassette.
Page 273: Charging The Built-In Rechargeable Battery
It will be completely discharged in about three months if you do not use your camcorder at all. Even if the built-in rechargeable battery is not charged, it will not affect the camcorder operation. To retain the date and time, etc., charge the battery if the battery is...
Page 274 If this happens, follow the procedure below. (1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). (2) Eject the tape from your camcorder, then disconnect any connecting cable from your camcorder. (3) Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing...
Page 275 •If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
Page 276: Camcorder Care
•Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCR sections and play back a tape for about three minutes when your camcorder is not to be used for a long time. •Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust.
Page 277: About Care And Storage Of The Lens
Maintenance information and precautions About care and storage of the lens •Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instance: – When there are fingerprints on the lens surface – In hot or humid locations –...
Page 278 •If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
Page 279: Specifications
Approx. 723 kbps Maximum output Bluetooth specification Power Class2 Communication distance Approx. 10 m (33 feet) (Open space, when using a Sony BTA-NW1/ NW1A Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function) Compatible Bluetooth profiles Generic Access Profile Dial-up Networking Profile Usable frequency band 2.4 GHz band...
Page 280: Ac Power Adaptor
Specifications AC power adaptor Power requirements 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 23 W Output voltage DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in the operating mode Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F) Dimensions (approx.)
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Page 283: Quick Reference
— Quick Reference — Identifying the parts and controls Camcorder 1 Lens cap (p. 39) 2 LCD screen/Touch panel (p. 37, 41, 131) 3 RESET button (p. 246) 4 DC IN jack (p. 27) 5 FOCUS button (p. 87) 6 BACK LIGHT button (p. 48) 7 DSPL (DISPLAY)/TOUCH PANEL button (p.
Page 284 Identifying the parts and controls qa BATT (battery) RELEASE lever (p. 26) (USB) jack (p. 194) qd A/V jack (p. 61, 105, 110, 171) (LANC) jack LANC stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and other peripherals connected to the video equipment.
Page 285 Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce a fine image. The lens for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. It adopts the MTF* measurement system for video camera and offers a quality as the Carl Zeiss lens.
Page 286 (p. 27, 65, 148) (flash) button (p. 65, 148) e; POWER switch (p. 12) ea CAMERA lamp (p. 12) es “Memory Stick” access lamp (p. 130) ed VCR lamp (p. 12) ef MEMORY/NETWORK lamp (DCR-IP55E) or MEMORY lamp (DCR-IP45E) (p. 12)
Page 287 Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. el OPEN/EJECT lever (p. 35) r; Hook for wrist strap (p. 288)
Page 288 Identifying the parts and controls rs Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 43) rd PHOTO button (p. 63, 146) rf Stylus holder (DCR-IP55E only) (p. 222) rg Wrist strap (p. 14, 16) rh Power zoom lever (p. 44) rj START/STOP button (p. 39) rk Microphone rl Battery pack or battery terminal cover (p.
Page 289: Remote Commander
Identifying the parts and controls Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder. 1 PHOTO button (p. 64, 68, 152) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 57) 3 MEMORY control buttons 4 SEARCH MODE button (p.
Page 290 VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the Commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the...
Page 291: Picture Effect (P
Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and viewfinder 1 Micro Cassette Memory (p. 46) 2 Remaining battery time (p. 46) 3 Zoom (p. 44)/Data file name (p. 127) 4 Digital effect (p. 78, 94)/MEMORY MIX (p. 158)/FADER (p. 73) 5 16:9WIDE (p.
Page 292: End Search (P
Identifying the parts and controls qf STBY/REC (p. 39)/Video control mode (p. 59)/Image size (p. 140)/Image quality mode (p. 134) qg NIGHTSHOT/SUPER NIGHTSHOT (p. 49)/ COLOUR SLOW SHUTTER (p. 49) qh Tape counter (p. 46)/Self-diagnosis (p. 248)/ Memory photo (p. 143)/Image number (p.
Page 293: Index
English Index A, B AC power adaptor ... 25, 27, 30, 276 Adjusting viewfinder ... 43 Adjusting volume ... 55 Auto red-eye reduction ... 65, 148 AUTO SHTR ... 225 A/V connecting cable ... 25, 61, 105, 110, 171 BACK LIGHT ... 48 Battery pack ...
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