Page 1: Digital Video Camera
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-IP Serial No.
Page 2 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. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come.
Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity
For customers in the U.S.A. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222- SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.:...
Page 4: Main Features
Main Features Recording moving pictures or still images, and playing them back •Viewing moving pictures recorded on tapes using the i.LINK cable (p. 153) (The i.LINK of your camcorder adopts the format only. It does not adopt the or the MPEG2 format of •Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick”...
Page 5 Main Features Accessing the Internet via a Bluetooth wireless device (optional) (DCR- IP220 only) Other uses Functions to adjust exposure in the recording mode •BACK LIGHT (p. 37) •NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter (p. 37) •Recording with the flash (p. 49, 116) •White balance (p.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Main Features Introduction – Basic operations Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape ... 10 – Recording on a “Memory Stick” ... 12 Getting Started Using this manual ... 14 Checking supplied accessories ... 16 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 17 Inserting the battery pack ...
Page 7 Table of contents Enlarging still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” – Memory PB ZOOM ... 143 Playing back images continuously – SLIDE SHOW ... 145 Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection ... 146 Deleting images – DELETE ... 147 Writing a print mark –...
Page 8: Introduction - Basic Operations
Introduction – Basic operations This section describes the basic operations to operate your camcorder. How to turn on the power and select the mode To supply power for your camcorder, see “Step 1 Preparing the power supply” on page (1) Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow while pressing the small green button, then release your finger.
Page 9 Introduction – Basic operations How to open the LCD panel (1) Open the LCD panel in the direction of the arrow. (2) Turn the LCD panel 180 degrees counter-clockwise. (3) Close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically, and swing it into your camcorder body.
Page 10: Recording On A Tape
Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape Connecting the power cord Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 17). AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette Slide OPEN/Z EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid.
Page 11 Recording a picture Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. The CAMERA lamp lights POWER Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed with the LCD screen facing inwards, use the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 32). Open the LCD panel. The picture appears on the LCD screen.
Page 12: Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick” Connecting the power cord Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 17). AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a “Memory Stick” Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go, as illustrated below. This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a “Memory Stick”...
Page 13 Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” Set the POWER switch to POWER MEMORY. MEMORY lamp lights Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed with the LCD screen facing inwards, use the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 32). When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is not set up yet.
Page 14: Getting Started
Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-IP220 is the model used for illustration purposes.
Page 15 Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder • The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the finder.
Page 16: Only) (P
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 18) 2 NP-FF70 battery pack (1) (p. 17, 18) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 46) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.
Page 17: Step 1 Preparing The Power Supply
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Inserting the battery pack Your camcorder operates only with the NP-FF70 battery pack. (1) Slide OPEN in the direction of the arrow and open the battery compartment lid. (2) Insert the battery pack with its terminal side facing your camcorder. (3) Close the battery compartment lid.
Page 18: Charging The Battery Pack
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack before using your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (NP-FF70). See page 196 for details of the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (1) Open the jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing down.
Page 19: Recording Time
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power adaptor. While charging the battery pack, the battery CHG lamp flashes in the following cases: –...
Page 20 The “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data such as battery consumption with compatible electronic equipment. This unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (NP-FF70). Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” F series battery packs have the mark. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Page 21: Connecting To A Wall Outlet
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor. (1) Open the jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing down.
Page 22: Step 2 Setting The Date And Time
Step 2 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCK SET” will be displayed each time you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY 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 23 Step 2 Setting the date and time MENU The year changes as follows: To return to FN (Function) Press EXIT. When using your camcorder abroad Set the clock to the local time (p. 24). If you use your camcorder in a region where daylight saving time is used Set DST SET to ON in the menu settings.
Page 24 Step 2 Setting the date and time Simple setting of clock by time difference You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference. Select AREA SET and DST SET* in the menu settings. See page 185 for more information. * Instead of DST, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models.
Page 25: Step 3 Inserting A Cassette
Step 3 Inserting a cassette (1) Prepare the power source (p. 17). (2) Slide OPEN/Z EJECT cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (3) Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette into the cassette compartment. Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply with the cassette window facing the cassette lid.
Page 26 Step 3 Inserting a cassette Note on the label Labels may cause a malfunction of your 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 27: Step 4 Using The Touch Panel
Step 4 Using the touch panel Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Press the LCD screen with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only) to operate each function. This section describes how to operate the touch panel during recording or playing back images on a tape.
Page 28 Step 4 Using the touch panel Notes •When using the touch panel, press the LCD screen lightly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only). •Do not press the LCD screen with sharp objects other than the supplied stylus (DCR- IP220 only).
Page 29: Recording - Basics
— Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on its sides. (2) Prepare the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” to “Step 3” (p. 17 to 26) for more information.
Page 30 Recording a picture After recording (1) Set the POWER switch to (CHG) OFF. (2) Close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing inwards. (3) Eject the cassette. (4) Remove the power source. Notes •Fasten the grip belt firmly. •Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. To enable transition •Transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene can be performed as long as you do not eject the cassette even if you turn off your camcorder.
Page 31: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Lcd Screen
Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, then press FN and go to PAGE3. Set the POWER switch to VCR, then press FN and go to PAGE2. (2) Press LCD BRT. The screen to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen appears. (3) Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen using –/+.
Page 32: Adjusting The Viewfinder
Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Adjust with the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Viewfinder backlight...
Page 33 Recording a picture Using the zoom feature – Zoom lever Move the 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 34 Recording a picture Using the zoom feature – Zoom ring You can use the zoom ring to zoom in and out at the desired speed. You can also use it to fine adjust. Set FOCUS to ZOOM. indicator appears on the LCD screen. Turn the zoom ring at the desired speed to zoom in or out.
Page 35 Recording a picture Shooting with the mirror mode This feature allows the camera subject to view him or herself on the LCD screen. The subject uses this feature to check his or her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder.
Page 36 Recording a picture Indicators displayed in the recording mode The indicators are not recorded on the tape. Remaining battery time micro Cassette Memory 0:00:01 45min NOV 15 2002 12:05:56 PM 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.
Page 37: 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. BACK LIGHT (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. (2) Press BACK LIGHT.
Page 38 Recording a picture Using Super NightShot Super NightShot makes subjects more than 16 times brighter than those recorded in NightShot. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Set NIGHTSHOT/NIGHTFRAMING to NIGHTSHOT. The ”NIGHTSHOT” indicators flash on the LCD screen. (3) Press SUPER NS.
Page 39 Recording a picture While using NightShot, you cannot use the following functions: – White balance – PROGRAM AE – Exposure – Flexible Spot Meter – HOLOGRAM AF While using Super NightShot, you cannot use the following functions: – Recording still images –...
Page 40: Self-Timer Recording
Recording a picture Self-timer recording Recording automatically starts in about 10 seconds after you set the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1 (p. 27). (3) Press SELFTIMER.
Page 41: Checking The Recording - End Search
Checking the recording – END SEARCH You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record. It is convenient when you make the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record smooth. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1 (p.
Page 42: Playback - Basics
Playing back a tape You can monitor the recorded tape 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. (1) Prepare the power source and insert the recorded tape. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
Page 43: To Display The Screen Indicators - Display Function
Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder or DISPLAY on the Remote Commander. The indicators disappear on the LCD screen. To make the indicators appear, press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL or DISPLAY again. Using the data code function Your camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) (data code).
Page 44 Playing back a tape Various settings Various settings shows your camcorder’s recording information at the time of recording. In the recording mode, the various settings will not be displayed. When you use the data code function, bars (-- -- --) appear if: –...
Page 45 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 •Press PAUSE on the Remote Commander during playback. To resume normal playback, press PAUSE again.
Page 46: Viewing The Recording On Tv
Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV with the supplied A/V connecting cable to watch the playback pictures on the TV screen. You can operate the playback control buttons in the same way as when you view playback pictures on the LCD screen. When viewing the playback picture on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor (p.
Page 47: Advanced Recording Operations
— Advanced Recording Operations — Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in CAMERA mode You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” in the recording standby mode or while recording on tape in CAMERA mode. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Page 48 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in CAMERA mode Image size of still images Image size is automatically set to 640 480. When you want to record still images in different sizes, use the Memory Photo recording function (p. 111). When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA You cannot select image quality mode.
Page 49: Recording Images With The Flash
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” 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 LCD screen. Each press of (flash) changes the indicator as follows: t AUTO (No indicator) When you set RED EYE R in changes as follows:...
Page 50 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in CAMERA mode If you leave your camcorder for five or more minutes after removing the power source Your camcorder returns to the default setting (auto). You cannot shoot images with the flash during the following operations: –...
Page 51 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” in CAMERA mode Self-timer recording You can record still images with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1.
Page 52: 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 color balance. Normally white balance is automatically adjusted. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1.
Page 53 Adjusting the white balance manually If the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lighting We recommend that you record in the INDOOR mode. When you record under fluorescent lighting Select AUTO or HOLD. Your camcorder may not adjust the white balance correctly in the 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 54: 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 55 Using the wide mode In the wide mode, you cannot select the following functions: – Recording still images – BOUNCE – OLD MOVIE 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 56: Using The Fader Function
Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. FADER M. FADER (mosaic) 1) 2) BOUNCE MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color. When fading out, the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white. You can use the BOUNCE function when D ZOOM is set to OFF in the menu settings.
Page 57 Using the fader function (1) When fading in [a] In the recording standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. When fading out [b] In the recording mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicator flashes. The indicator changes as follows: FADER t M.
Page 58: 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 NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : B&W : SOLARIZE [b] : The picture looks like an illustration with a strong contrast. PASTEL [c] : MOSAIC [d] : (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Page 59: Using Special Effects - Digital Effect
Using special effects – Digital effect You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can record still images successively at regular intervals.
Page 60 Using special effects – Digital effect (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press FN and go to 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 61 Using special effects – Digital effect Notes •The following functions do not work during digital effect: – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter – Recording still images – Fader •The PROGRAM AE function does not work in the slow shutter mode. •The following functions do not work in the OLD MOVIE mode: –...
Page 62: Using The Program Ae
Using the PROGRAM AE You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements. SPOTLIGHT This mode prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater. PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers.
Page 63 Using the PROGRAM AE (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select PROGRAM AE in desired mode (p. 178). MANUAL SET MENU To return to FN Press EXIT. To turn the PROGRAM AE off Select AUTO in PROGRAM AE in the menu settings.
Page 64 Using the PROGRAM AE While WHT BAL is set to AUTO in the menu settings The white balance is adjusted even if the PROGRAM AE is selected. You can adjust the following functions while using the PROGRAM AE: – Exposure –...
Page 65: Adjusting The Exposure Manually
Adjusting the exposure manually You can adjust and set the exposure. Normally the exposure is automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: – To make a fine exposure adjustment – To shoot a bright subject against a background –...
Page 66: 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 67: Focusing Manually
Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. Normally, focus is automatically adjusted. In MEMORY mode you can adjust the focus manually with the image enlarged to twice the size. •The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting: –...
Page 68 Focusing manually To focus precisely It is easier to focus on the subject if you adjust the zoom to shoot at the “W” (wide- angle) position after focusing at the “T” (telephoto) position. When you shoot close to the subject Focus at the end of the “W”...
Page 69: 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. (2) Set FOCUS to MANUAL.
Page 70: 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) Set the POWER switch to VCR. In the playback or playback pause mode, press FN to display PAGE1.
Page 71: 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) Set the POWER switch to VCR. In the playback or playback pause mode, press FN and go to PAGE2. (2) Press DIG EFFT.
Page 72: Enlarging Images Recorded On Tapes - Tape Pb Zoom
Enlarging images recorded on tapes – Tape PB ZOOM You can enlarge playback moving pictures recorded on tapes. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” (p. 143). (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. In the playback or playback pause mode, press FN and go to PAGE2.
Page 73 Enlarging images recorded on tapes – Tape PB ZOOM Notes •You cannot process externally input scenes using the PB ZOOM function with your camcorder. •You cannot record images on a tape on your camcorder while you are processing the image using the tape PB ZOOM function. However, you can record images on a “Memory Stick”...
Page 74: Searching For A Scene - Multi-Picture Search
Searching for a scene – MULTI-PICTURE SEARCH Using the multi-picture search function, you can display thumbnails of all the beginning scenes of moving pictures recorded on the tape onto the index screen. The recording date and title of each image or scene are also indicated. The thumbnails described in this section are the still images of all the beginning scenes of each recorded moving pictures and still images to help you search for the desired scene easily.
Page 75 Searching for a scene – MULTI-PICTURE SEARCH (5) Select the thumbnail you want to play back, then press EXEC or press the thumbnail you selected again. Your 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 76 Searching for a scene – MULTI-PICTURE SEARCH To return to the MULTI SCH screen from playback Press RET, or press EXECUTE on the Remote Commander. To stop searching Press STOP on the Remote Commander. To end the multi-picture search function Press END.
Page 77 Searching for a scene – MULTI-PICTURE SEARCH The thumbnail images displayed on the MULTI SCH screen You cannot modify these thumbnail images. When you use the multi-picture search function, you cannot use the following functions: – Picture effect – Digital effect Some of the 11 thumbnails may not be displayed in the following cases: •...
Page 78: 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 79: 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. Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date.
Page 80: 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. The supplied A/V connecting cable is equipped with an S video plug and a video plug. Use either the S video plug or the video plug depending on the recorder.
Page 81 Dubbing a tape You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, mini DV, DV or MICROMV If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack on the VCR and the white or red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR.
Page 82 Dubbing a tape Using the i.LINK cable Simply connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to the i.LINK (MICROMV Interface) of your camcorder and to the i.LINK (MICROMV Interface) of the MICROMV product. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.
Page 83: Recording Video Or Tv Programs
Recording video or TV programs When using the A/V connecting cable You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program 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 84: Making A Recording
Recording video or TV programs 2 Making a recording Before operation Set DISPLAY in (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. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
Page 85: Using The Remote Commander
Recording video or TV programs Using the Remote Commander You don’t need to perform step 3. In step 5, press both z REC and the right button simultaneously to start recording. If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or the red plug to the audio output jack on the VCR or the TV.
Page 86 Recording video or TV programs When using the i.LINK cable Simply connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to the i.LINK (MICROMV Interface) of your camcorder and to the i.LINK (MICROMV Interface) of the MICROMV product. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing.
Page 87 Recording video or TV programs Using the Remote Commandaer You don’t need to perform step 4. In step 5, press both z REC and the right button simultaneously to start recording. Notes • When an incompatible picture (such as one recorded with the DV format) is input, the message “INPUT ERROR”...
Page 88: Superimposing A Title
Superimposing a title You can superimpose a title. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for about five seconds from the point where you superimposed it. Superimposing a title on starting a recording (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) Press FN and go to PAGE2.
Page 89 Superimposing a title 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 If the tape has a blank portion in the beginning of the tape or between recorded portion The title may not be displayed correctly.
Page 90 Superimposing a title To not display title during playback Set TITLE DSPL to OFF in the menu settings (p. 183). Title setting •The title color changes as follows: WHITE t YELLOW t VIOLET t RED t CYAN t GREEN t BLUE •The title size changes as follows: SMALL y LARGE You cannot input 13 characters or more in LARGE size.
Page 91 Superimposing a title Superimposing a title on a recorded tape You can superimpose a title for five seconds from the recording start point. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press TITLE. The TITLE screen appears. (4) Press INPUT TITLE.
Page 92 Superimposing a title 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. •You cannot execute TITLE SAVE until the playback picture is displayed in step 8. To use a custom title If you want to use a custom title, select On a blank portion of the tape...
Page 93 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 EXEC (p. 183). (4) Press r/R to select the title you want to erase, then press EXEC. “ERASE OK?”...
Page 94: 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. (2) Press FN and go to PAGE2.
Page 95 Making your own titles 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. To superimpose your own title on tape Follow the procedure in “Superimposing a title on starting a recording”...
Page 96 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. (6) Perform steps 6 and 7 in “Making a title in CAMERA mode”...
Page 97: The Micro Cassette Memory
The micro Cassette Memory The MICROMV cassette automatically records the recording settings and date. When you insert a cassette with the POWER switch set to CAMERA, or when you set the POWER switch to VCR, the cassette information is displayed for about five seconds. The cassette information [a] The unique number of each cassette.
Page 98: Labeling A Cassette
The micro Cassette Memory Labeling a cassette The label can consist of up to 16 characters and is stored in cassette memory. (1) Insert the cassette you want to label. (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (3) Press FN to display PAGE1. (4) Press MENU, then select TAPE TITLE in EXEC (p.
Page 99 The micro Cassette Memory To return to FN Press EXIT. To erase the label you have made Select C in step 4. The last character is erased. To change the label you have made Insert the cassette to change the label, and operate in the same way to make a new label. 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.
Page 100: Memory Stick" Operations
Using a “Memory 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 and the “Memory Stick”...
Page 101 “Memory Stick.” •“Memory Stick” and •All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, “TM” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual. are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Page 102 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Inserting a “Memory Stick” Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go, as illustrated below. Ejecting a “Memory Stick” Open the LCD panel and confirm that the “Memory Stick” access lamp is not lit. Then slide the MEMORY EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow.
Page 103 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Using a touch panel Operation buttons for most functions using a “Memory Stick” are displayed on the LCD screen. Press the LCD panel directly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only) to operate each function. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.
Page 104 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction To return to FN Press EXIT. To execute settings Press EXEC or To cancel settings Press OFF or Notes •When using the touch panel, press the LCD screen lightly with your finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only).
Page 105 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 or VCR. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1.
Page 106: Image Quality Settings
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Image quality settings Setting SUPER FINE (SFN) This is the highest image quality in your camcorder. FINE (FINE) STANDARD (STD) This is the standard image quality. Standard images compressed to Note In some cases, changing the image quality mode may not affect the image quality, depending on the type of images you are shooting.
Page 107 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Setting the 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 or VCR. (2) Select FN to display PAGE1.
Page 108 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Image quality settings Setting SUPER FINE (SFN) FINE (FINE) STANDARD (STD) LIGHTMODE (LIGHT) SUPER FINE: You can record moving pictures at the highest quality. This mode is suitable when you intend to modify the pictures using your computer. SUPER FINE is the default setting of your camcorder.
Page 109 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting the size of still image You can select either of two still image sizes. 1600 1200 or 640 480. (When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or VCR, the image size is automatically set to 640 480.) The default setting is 1600 (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.
Page 110 Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Image size settings Setting 1600 1200 Approximate number of still images you can record on a “Memory Stick” The number of still images you can record varies depending on the complexity of the subject. Image quality Image size 1600 SUPER FINE...
Page 111: Recording Still Images On A "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo Recording
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording You can record still images on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly. The green z mark stops flashing, then lights up.
Page 112 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: – Digital zoom – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter – Wide mode – Fader –...
Page 113 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording Recording images continuously You can record still images continuously. Before recording, select one of the four modes described below in the menu settings. NORMAL [a] Your camcorder shoots up to four still images in 1600 1200 size or 25 still images in 640 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals.
Page 114 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select STILL SET in EXEC (p. 181). (4) Press r/R to select BURST, then press EXEC. (5) Press r/R to select the desired settings.
Page 115 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording The effect of EXP BRKTG The effect of EXP BRKTG may not be noticeable on the LCD screen. We recommend viewing images on a TV or computer to realize the effect. When selecting NORMAL or HIGH SPEED Recording continues up to the maximum number of still images during pressing PHOTO deeper.
Page 116 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 appears on the LCD screen. Each press of When you set RED EYE R in changes as follows:...
Page 117 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording The flash does not fire even if you select AUTO and Auto red-eye reduction ( ) during the following functions: – NightShot – Spotlight of PROGRAM AE – Sunset & moon of PROGRAM AE –...
Page 118 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 119 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording Using NightFraming The NightFraming enables you to check a subject even at night and then record with natural colors using the flash. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Set NIGHTSHOT/NIGHTFRAMING to NIGHTFRAMING.
Page 120 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording Self-timer memory photo recording You can record images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Press FN and go to PAGE2.
Page 121: Recording An Image From A Tape As A Still Image
Recording an image from a tape as a still image Your camcorder can read moving picture data from other equipment recorded on a tape and record it as a still image on a “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 122 Recording an image from a tape as a still image Image size of still images Image size is automatically set to 640 480. When the “Memory Stick” access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike the unit. As well do not turn the power off, eject a “Memory Stick”...
Page 123 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. (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 124 Recording an image from a tape as a still image Using the i.LINK cable : Signal flow Note When recording from a tape in poor recording condition, for example, a tape that is worn out from repeated dubbing, recording is interrupted, or “ appears and recording cannot be carried out.
Page 125: 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.” (However, you can record only superimposed still images on the “Memory Stick.”) M.
Page 126 Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on an image – 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.
Page 127 Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX To change the still image to be superimposed Press –/+ on the right lower corner before step 6. To cancel MEMORY MIX Press OFF in step 3. The display returns to PAGE2. Notes •...
Page 128 Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX 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. (2) Press FN and go to PAGE2.
Page 129 Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX PAGE2 To change the still image to be superimposed Press –/+ on the right lower corner before step 6. To cancel MEMORY MIX Press OFF in step 3. The display returns to PAGE2. Notes •You cannot use MEMORY MIX function for moving pictures recorded on the “Memory Stick.”...
Page 130: Recording Moving Pictures On A "Memory Stick" - Mpeg Movie Recording
Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG MOVIE recording You can record moving pictures with sound on the “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up.
Page 131 Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG MOVIE recording Note Sound is recorded in monaural. MPEG MOVIE recorded with your camcorder: •Is MPEG MOVIE AD •Cannot be played back on a digital still camera or a camcorder that has no MPEG MOVIE AD function.
Page 132 Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG MOVIE recording Self-timer MPEG MOVIE recording You can record pictures 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. (2) Press FN and go to PAGE2.
Page 133: 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 134 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Recording a moving picture from other equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY in (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 135 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Using the i.LINK cable : Signal flow Note When recording from a tape in poor recording condition, for example, a tape that is worn out from repeated dubbing, recording is interrupted, or “ appears and recording cannot be carried out.
Page 136: Viewing A Still Image - Memory Photo Playback
Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images including moving pictures on single screen arranged in the same order as a “Memory Stick” by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick”...
Page 137 Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback 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. •When operating memory photo playback on a TV or on the LCD screen, the image quality may appear to have deteriorated.
Page 138 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 or VCR. (2) In VCR mode, press In MEMORY mode, go to step 3.
Page 139: Viewing A Moving Picture - Mpeg Movie Playback
Viewing a moving picture – MPEG MOVIE playback You can play back moving pictures recorded on a “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”...
Page 140 Viewing a moving picture – MPEG MOVIE playback MPEG MOVIE recorded with your camcorder: •Is MPEG MOVIE AD •Cannot be played back on a digital still camera or a camcorder that has no MPEG MOVIE AD function. •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.
Page 141: Copying Still Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick" To A Tape
Copying still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” to a tape You can copy still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” and record them to a tape. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation •Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick”...
Page 142 Copying still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” to a tape To start copying using the Remote Commander After step 4, press both z REC and the right button simultaneously to start copying. Notes •You cannot copy MPEG MOVIE files to the tape when “ NOT REC”...
Page 143: Enlarging Still Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick" - Memory Pb Zoom
Enlarging still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” – Memory PB ZOOM You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can select and view a desired part from the enlarged still image. Also, you can copy the desired part of the enlarged still image to a “Memory Stick.”...
Page 144 Enlarging still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” – Memory PB ZOOM Images in the Memory PB ZOOM mode Images are not output through the i.LINK (MICROMV Interface). In the Memory PB ZOOM mode If you press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL, the frame on the Memory PB ZOOM screen disappears.
Page 145: Playing Back Images Continuously - Slide Show
Playing back images continuously – SLIDE SHOW Your camcorder can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is especially useful when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1.
Page 146: Preventing Accidental Erasure - Image Protection
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 or VCR. (2) In VCR mode, press In MEMORY mode, go to step 3.
Page 147: Deleting Images - Delete
Deleting images – DELETE You can delete images stored in a “Memory 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 or VCR. (2) Press PLAY or (3) Press FN to display PAGE1.
Page 148 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 or VCR. (2) In VCR mode, press In MEMORY mode, go to step 3. (3) Press INDEX to display the index.
Page 149 Deleting images – DELETE 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. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select DELETE ALL in And press EXEC.
Page 150: Writing A Print Mark - Print Mark
Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK You can specify the recorded still image to print out by putting marks. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out.
Page 151: Viewing Images Using Your Computer
— Viewing Images Using your Computer — Viewing images on your computer – Introduction There are the following ways of connecting your 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 slot, first remove the “Memory Stick”...
Page 152 Viewing images on your computer – Introduction Notes on using your computer “Memory Stick” •“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 153: Connecting Your Camcorder To Your Computer Using The I.link Cable (For Windows Users)
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the i.LINK cable (For Windows users) You can view or edit the images recorded on a tape using your computer. You can also record images edited with the computer on the tape. To view images on your computer, the application software MovieShaker Ver.3.1 for MICROMV (supplied) and i.LINK cable (optional) is required.
Page 154: Connecting Your Camcorder To Your Computer Using The Usb Cable (For Windows Users)
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Complete installation of the USB driver before connecting your camcorder to your computer. If you connect your camcorder to your computer first, you will not be able to install the USB driver correctly. When connecting to a computer via the USB jack You must install a USB driver onto your computer in order to connect your camcorder to the computer’s USB connector.
Page 155: For Windows Users
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 your computer Recommended Windows environment Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Standard installation is required.
Page 156: 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 recognize your camcorder”. If you are using Windows 2000 Professional, log in with permission of administrators.
Page 157: Installing Image Transfer
Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Installing Image Transfer This function enables image data recorded on a “Memory Stick” to be automatically transferred (copied) to your computer. If you are using Windows 2000 Professional, log in with permission of administrators. If you are using Windows XP, log in with permission of computer administrators.
Page 158 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Installing PIXELA ImageMixer Make sure USB driver installation is complete. You need to install PIXELA ImageMixer to view images on your computer. Install it from the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder. To install and use this software in Windows 2000 Professional, you must be authorized as Power Users or administrators.
Page 159 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Making the computer recognize your camcorder Viewing images recorded on a tape (1) Connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder. Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Select USB STREAM in (3) With the CD-ROM inserted, connect the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable.
Page 160 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the 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. (3) Connect the computer using the supplied USB cable.
Page 161 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) 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 162 Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable (For Windows users) Windows 2000 Professional 6 Turn the POWER switch to (CHG) OFF on your camcorder, and then disconnect the USB cable. 7 Restart your computer. Step 2: Install the USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM Perform the entire procedure described in “Installing the USB driver”...
Page 163 Select “My Computer” t “Control Panel” t “System”, and click “Device Manager”. 6 Select “Other devices”. Select the device prefixed with the “?” mark and delete. Ex: (?)Sony Handycam 7 Turn the POWER switch to (CHG) OFF on your camcorder, and then disconnect the USB cable. 8 Restart your computer.
Page 164: Viewing Images Recorded On A Tape On Your Computer - Usb Streaming (For Windows Users)
(3) Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder. Select USB STREAM in (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 to ON in the menu settings (p.
Page 165 Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – USB Streaming (For Windows users) (6) Click (7) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable. (8) Press on the LCD screen to start playback. The picture from the tape appears on preview window on your computer.
Page 166 Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – USB Streaming (For Windows users) Capturing still images (1) Click (2) Looking at the preview window, move the cursor to point you want to capture. The still image on the screen is captured. Captured images are displayed in the thumbnail list window.
Page 167 Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – USB Streaming (For Windows users) Notes •When you view images on your computer with the USB connection, the following may occur. This is not a malfunction. – The image shakes up and down. –...
Page 168 – USB Streaming (For Windows users) Seeing the on-line help (operating instructions) of “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” A “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” on-line help site is available where you can find the detailed operating method of “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”. (1) Click The ImageMixer’s Manual screen appears.
Page 169: Viewing Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick" On Your Computer (For Windows Users)
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer (For Windows users) The image data recorded on a “Memory Stick” is automatically transferred (copied) to your computer with Image Transfer. You can view images with PIXELA ImageMixer. (1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Insert a “Memory Stick”...
Page 170 Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer (For Windows users) Viewing images without Image Transfer Before operation An application such as Windows Media Player must be installed to play back moving pictures in Windows environment. (1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Insert a “Memory Stick”...
Page 171 Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer (For Windows users) 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 172: Connecting Your Camcorder To Your Computer Using The Usb Cable (For Macintosh Users)
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 your 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 173: For Macintosh Users
(3) Click the “USB Driver” to open the folder containing the six files related to “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.”...
Page 174: Viewing Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick" On Your Computer (For Macintosh Users)
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer (For Macintosh users) Viewing images Before operation You need to install the USB driver to view the “Memory Stick” images on your computer (p. 156). QuickTime 3.0 or newer must be installed to play back moving pictures. (1) Turn on your computer and allow Mac OS to load.
Page 175: Using The Network Function
POWER 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” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
Page 176 Accessing the network How to hold your camcorder when operating in NETWORK mode When operating the network functions, put your camcorder in a stable place and adjust the LCD panel to the best viewing angle. The operation buttons needed in NETWORK mode are displayed on the LCD screen. Press the buttons with the supplied stylus.
Page 177: Customizing Your Camcorder
— Customizing 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 178 Changing the menu settings To return to FN Press EXIT. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch.
Page 179 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode CAMERA SET D ZOOM z OFF EXPANDED F z OFF 16:9WIDE z OFF STEADYSHOT z ON HOLOGRAM F z AUTO N.S. LIGHT z ON Notes on the SteadyShot •The SteadyShot may not correct excessive camera-shake. Even if STEADYSHOT is set to ON.
Page 180 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode VCR SET VIDEOINPUT z VIDEO LCD/VF SET LCD B.L. z BRT NORMAL LCD COLOR VF B.L. z BRT NORMAL LCD B.L. and VF B.L. •When you select BRIGHT, battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording.
Page 181 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST z OFF NORMAL HIGH SPEED EXP BRKTG MULTI SCRN QUALITY z SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD IMAGESIZE z 1600 1200 MOVIE SET z SUPER FINE MOVIEMODE FINE STANDARD LIGHTMODE REMAIN z AUTO If you select QUALITY The number of images you can shoot in the currently selected image quality appears on...
Page 182 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode MEMORY SET SLIDE SHOW FILE NO. z SERIES DELETE ALL FORMAT z RETURN Notes on formatting •The “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder has been formatted at factory. Formatting with your camcorder is not required. •...
Page 183 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode CM SET TITLEERASE —— TITLE DSPL z ON TAPE TITLE —— ERASE ALL —— q INFODSPL z ON TAPE SET q REMAIN z AUTO Meaning To erase the title you have superimposed (p. 93) To display the title you have superimposed Not to display the title To label a cassette (p.
Page 184 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM z OFF LANGUAGE z ENGLISH z ON DEMO MODE Notes on DEMO MODE •You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette or the “Memory Stick” is inserted in your camcorder.
Page 185 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode OTHERS DATA CODE z DATE/CAM (On the Remote Commander) DATE AREA SET —— DST SET* z OFF BEEP z MELODY NORMAL COMMANDER z ON DISPLAY z LCD V-OUT/LCD REC LAMP z ON * Instead of DST, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models. Note If you press DISPLAY/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...
Page 186: 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 192.
Page 187: In The Playback Mode
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom An unknown picture is displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. The picture is recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors. Picture appears too bright, and the subject does not appear on the LCD screen.
Page 188 Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In the recording and playback modes Symptom The POWER switch does not turn on. The battery pack is quickly discharged. The battery remaining indicator does not indicate the correct time. The power goes off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate.
Page 189 Types of trouble and how to correct trouble When operating using the “Memory Stick” Symptom The “Memory Stick” does not function. Recording does not function. The image cannot be deleted. You cannot format the “Memory Stick.” Deleting all the images cannot be carried out.
Page 190 Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Others Symptom A title is not recorded. A cassette label is not recorded. The Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder does not work. The picture from a TV or VCR does not appear even when your camcorder is connected to the outputs on the TV or VCR.
Page 191 • The battery pack is not properly inserted. c Insert it properly (p. 17). • 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.
Page 192: Self-Diagnosis Display
E:20:ss E:61:ss E:62:ss If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. LCD screen or Viewfinder Self-diagnosis display • C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself.
Page 193: Warning Indicators And Messages
Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the LCD screen, check the following: See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Warning indicators 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file Slow flashing: •The file is corrupted. •The file is unreadable.
Page 194: Warning Messages
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 •...
Page 195: Additional Information
Rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it in an upright position. When the micro Cassette Memory function does not work Reinsert the cassette. cassette only. You cannot use any other VHSC, S-VHS, DV, or mini DV cassettes. are trademarks of Sony Corporation. 8 mm, S-VHSC, Betamax,...
Page 196: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder. The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes.
Page 197: Battery Life
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack Battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. When the available battery time is shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Please buy a new battery pack.
Page 198: 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 199 DV jacks, see page 82, 86. 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 200: Using Your Camcorder Abroad
Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad Countries and areas where you can use network functions are restricted. For details, refer to the separate Network Function Operating Instructions (DCR-IP220 only). You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
Page 201: Maintenance Information And Precautions
Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly.
Page 202 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 203 Maintenance information and precautions Charging the built-in rechargeable battery Your camcorder is supplied with a built-in rechargeable battery installed so as to retain the date and time, etc., regardless of the setting of the POWER switch. The built-in rechargeable battery is always charged as long as you are using your camcorder. The battery, however, will get discharged gradually if you do not use your camcorder.
Page 204 Maintenance information and precautions Adjusting the LCD screen (CALIBRATION) The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure below. (1) Set the POWER switch to (CHG) OFF. (2) Eject the tape from your camcorder, then disconnect any connecting cable from your camcorder.
Page 205 •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. •Keep the POWER switch set to (CHG) OFF when you are not using your camcorder.
Page 206: Battery Pack
Maintenance information and precautions AC power adaptor •Unplug the unit from a wall outlet when you are not using the unit for a long time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord itself. •Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged.
Page 207 •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 208: 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 209 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.) 39 62 mm (5 1 9/16...
Page 210: Quick Reference
— Quick Reference — Identifying the parts and controls Camcorder 1 Lens cap (p. 29) 2 FOCUS/ZOOM switch (p. 34, 67) 3 BACK LIGHT button (p. 37) 4 Viewfinder (p. 32) 5 LCD screen/Touch panel (p. 9, 27, 103) 6 START/STOP button (p. 29, 130) 7 Speaker 8 Eyecup...
Page 211 Identifying the parts and controls 9 LCD BACKLIGHT switch (p. 31) q; MEMORY EJECT lever (p. 102) qa DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button (p. 43) qs “Memory Stick” access lamp (p. 102) qd RESET button If you press RESET, all the settings (DCR-IP220: except the NETWORK mode settings) including the date and time return to the default.
Page 212 Identifying the parts and controls qk ZOOM lever (p. 33) ql PHOTO button (p. 47, 111) w; Infrared rays (NightShot Light) emitter (p. 37) wa Remote sensor ws Camera recording lamp (p. 29) (CHG)OFF ON CAMERA MEMORY/NETWORK wd POWER switch (p. 8) wf CHG lamp (p.
Page 213 Identifying the parts and controls (flash) button (p. 49, 116) ea Grip belt Fastening the grip belt Fasten the grip belt firmly. es OPEN/Z EJECT switch (p. 25) ed Cassette lid (p. 25) ef Stylus (DCR-IP220 only) (p. 176) eg Stylus holder (DCR-IP220 only) (p. 176)
Page 214 The lens for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. It adopts the MTF offers a quality as the Carl Zeiss lens. The lens for your camcorder is also T*-coated to suppress unwanted reflection and faithfully reproduce colors.
Page 215 Identifying the parts and controls rs “Memory Stick” slot (p. 102) rd OPEN switch (p. 17) rf Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 32) rg Battery compartment lid rh Tripod receptacle 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.
Page 216 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. 47, 111) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 43) 3 MEMORY control buttons 4 SEARCH MODE button (p.
Page 217 •Your camcorder works in the commander mode 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 VCR with black paper.
Page 218: Back Light (P
Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and viewfinder 1 micro Cassette Memory (p. 36, 195) 2 Remaining battery time (p. 36, 44) 3 Zoom (p. 33)/Data file name (p. 100) 4 Digital effect (p. 59, 71)/MEMORY MIX (p.
Page 219: Index
Index A, B AC power adaptor ... 18, 21 Adjusting viewfinder ... 32 Adjusting volume ... 42 Auto red-eye reduction ... 49, 116 AUTO SHTR ... 178 A/V connecting cable ... 46, 80, 84, 123, 134 BACK LIGHT ... 37 Battery pack ...
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