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Sony DCR-IP5/IP7BT Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain
it for future reference.
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.
Serial No.
DCR-IP5/IP7BT
©2001 Sony Corporation
3-069-933-12 (1)
Model No. AC-
Serial No.

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    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. Serial No. DCR-IP5/IP7BT ©2001 Sony Corporation...
  • 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 the Customers in the U.S.A. f 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 Taking moving or still images, and playing them back •Recording a picture on a tape (p. 29) •Recording a still image on a tape (p. 47) •Playing back a tape (p. 39) •Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” (p. 118) (DCR-IP7BT only) •Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 5 Main Features Functions to give an effect to your recordings •Digital zoom (p. 102) The default setting is set to OFF. (To zoom greater than 10 , set up the D ZOOM item in the menu settings.) •Fader (p. 51) •Picture effect (p.

  • Page 6: Introduction - Basic Operations

    Introduction – Basic operations This section describes the basic operations used to control and ways to operate the camcorder. 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 (1) Slide the POWER switch down while pressing the small green button, then release your finger.
  • Page 7 Introduction – Basic operations How to use the control button Most of the operations are carried out using the control button. Select a button displayed on the screen using the control button, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 8 Introduction – Basic operations How to use the FN screen If FN is not displayed on the screen, press DISPLAY or the center z on the control button. DISPLAY (1) Select FN with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. The FN screen appears.
  • Page 9 Introduction – Basic operations The screen buttons on the PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3 screen In CAMERA mode PAGE1 MENU, FADER, SELFTIMER, MEM MIX*, EXPOSURE, FOCUS PAGE2 LCD BRT, VOL, END SCH, TITLE PAGE3 DIG EFFT, COUNT RESET In VCR mode PAGE1 MENU, VOL, TITLE, MULTI SRCH, x/ PAGE2 LCD BRT, DIG EFFT, END SCH, x/ PAGE3...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Main Features ... 4 Introduction – Basic operations ... 6 Quick Start Guide ... 12 Getting started Using this manual ... 14 Checking supplied accessories ... 16 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 18 Installing the battery pack ... 18 Charging the battery pack ...
  • Page 11 Table of contents Connecting with a computer Viewing images recorded on a tape using your computer ... 155 Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer – DCR-IP7BT only ... 156 Network operation – DCR-IP7BT only Accessing the network ... 162 Troubleshooting Types of trouble and their solutions ...

  • Page 12: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide Connecting the power cord Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 18). AC power adaptor (supplied) Inserting a cassette Slide OPEN/ ZEJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. This guide introduces you to the basic operations for recording/playback.
  • Page 13 Recording a picture Remove the lens cap. Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, pull out the viewfinder until it clicks and use it to monitor your recording. When you purchase your camcorder, the clock is not set up yet.

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    — 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-IP7BT is marked as “DCR-IP7” on the bottom of the unit).
  • Page 15 Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) •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: Checking Supplied Accessories

    Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. RMT-817 RMT-818...
  • Page 17 Checking supplied accessories 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 192) RMT-817: DCR-IP7BT RMT-818: DCR-IP5 2 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), the power cord (1) (p. 19) 3 NP-FF50 battery pack (1) (p. 18, 19) 4 Size AA (R6) batteries for the Remote Commander (2) (p.

  • Page 18: Step 1 Preparing The Power Supply

    Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack We recommend that you use the battery pack when you use your camcorder outdoors. (1) While turning down the VBATT (battery) release lever in the direction of the arrow 1, remove the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow 2. (2) Install the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.

  • Page 19: Charging The Battery Pack

    Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (F series). See page 174 for details on the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (1) Open the jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug’s v mark facing the lens side.

  • Page 20: Recording Time

    Step 1 Preparing the power supply While the battery pack is being charged, the 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 outlet.

  • Page 21: Connecting To A Wall Outlet

    “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (F series). Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. “InfoLITHIUM” F series battery packs have the mark. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Connecting to a wall outlet When you intend to use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor.
  • Page 22 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Notes •The AC power adaptor cannot supply power if the battery pack is attached to your camcorder. •The DC IN jack has “source priority.” This means that the battery pack cannot supply power when the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet.

  • Page 23: Step 2 Setting The Date And Time

    Step 2 Setting the date and time Be sure to 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 (DCR-IP7BT only) unless you set the date and time. If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the date and time settings may be erased (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p.
  • Page 24 Step 2 Setting the date and time (6) Select your area, then press the center z on the control button. (7) Select whether your area is in daylight saving time or not, then press the center z on the control button. When your area is in daylight saving time, select ON, when not in daylight saving time, select OFF.
  • Page 25 Step 2 Setting the date and time Note Instead of DST SET, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models. If you do not set the date and time “– – – – – – – – –” and “– –:– –:– –” are recorded on the tape or the “Memory Stick” (DCR-IP7BT only) as the data code.
  • Page 26 Step 2 Setting the date and time Area Time-zone code differences GMT+01:00 GMT+02:00 GMT+03:00 GMT+03:30 GMT+04:00 GMT+04:30 GMT+05:00 GMT+05:30 GMT+06:00 GMT+06:30 GMT+07:00 GMT+08:00 GMT+09:00 GMT+09:30 GMT+10:00 GMT+11:00 GMT+12:00 Area setting Lisbon, London Berlin, Paris Helsinki, Cairo Moscow, Nairobi Tehran Abu Dhabi, Baku Kabul Karachi, Islamabad Calcutta, New Delhi...

  • Page 27: Step 3 Inserting A Cassette

    Step 3 Inserting a cassette (1) Install the battery pack, or connect the AC power adaptor for the power supply (p. 18 to 22). (2) Slide OPEN/ZEJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the cassette lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (3) Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to insert it.
  • Page 28 Step 3 Inserting a cassette Note on the label Labels may cause a malfunction of the camcorder. Therefore, be sure not to: •Stick on any labels than the one supplied. •Stick the label onto any part of the cassette other than the label position [a].

  • Page 29: Recording - Basics

    — Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Remove the lens cap and pull the lens cap string to fix it. (2) Install the power source. See “Step 1 Preparing the power supply” for more information (p.
  • Page 30 Recording a picture Note Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. To enable unbroken transition Transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene is unbroken as long as you do not eject the cassette, even if you turn off your camcorder. However, check the following: –...
  • Page 31 Recording a picture Note When you use the LCD screen (except in the mirror mode), the viewfinder automatically turns off. When you adjust the angle of the LCD panel Make sure the LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees. Shooting with the mirror mode This feature allows the camera subject to view himself-or herself on the LCD screen.
  • Page 32 Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen When recording in bright conditions, set the LCD BACKLIGHT switch to OFF. (1) In CAMERA, MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only), playback, or playback pause mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Viewfinder

    Recording a picture The color of the LCD screen You can adjust it using the LCD COLOR item in the menu settings (p. 102). Even if you adjust the screen using LCD BRT, LCD COLOR, or the LCD screen backlight The recorded picture will not be affected.

  • Page 34: Using The Zoom Feature

    Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Push ZOOM up or down slightly for a slower zoom. Push it firmly for a faster zoom. Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W”...
  • Page 35 Recording a picture Notes on digital zoom •Digital zoom allows you to set values up to 20 or 120 . •The picture quality deteriorates as you push ZOOM down toward the “T” side. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) You cannot use the digital zoom.

  • Page 36: Shooting Backlit Subjects - Back Light

    Recording a picture Recording data The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayed during recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto the tape. To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback. You can also use DATA CODE on the PAGE3 screen via the FN screen for this operation (p.

  • Page 37: Self-Timer Recording

    Recording a picture Self-timer recording Recording with the self-timer starts automatically in 10 seconds. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

  • Page 38: Checking The Recording - End Search

    Checking the recording – END SEARCH You can go to the end of the last recorded point. (1) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE2 screen appears.

  • Page 39: Playback - Basics

    — Playback – Basics — Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture 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 supplied with your camcorder. (1) Install the power source and insert a recorded tape.
  • Page 40 Playing back a tape To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To stop playback Select , then press the center z on the control button. 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.
  • Page 41 Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or on the Remote Commander. The indicators being displayed disappear from the screen. To display the indicators, press DISPLAY again. Using the data code function Your camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also the recording data (date/time and various settings when recorded) (Data code).
  • Page 42 Playing back a tape To clear the data code display (1) Select (2) Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. The data code disappears from the screen. When using the Remote Commander Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander in playback or playback pause mode. The display changes as follows: date/time t various settings (SteadyShot OFF, exposure, white balance, gain, shutter speed, aperture value) t no indicator...

  • Page 43: Various Playback Modes

    Playing back a tape Remaining battery time indicator during playback The indicator shows the approximate continuous playback time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are playing back. When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery time.
  • Page 44 Playing back a tape To search for the last scene recorded (END SEARCH) Select END SCH on the PAGE2 screen through the FN screen, then press the center z on the control button when the tape is not being played back. The camcorder plays back the last 5 seconds of the recorded section, then stops the playback.

  • Page 45: Viewing The Recording On The Tv Screen

    Viewing the recording on the TV screen Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. You can operate the video control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the camcorder screen.
  • Page 46 Viewing the recording on the TV screen If your TV has an S video jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable.

  • Page 47: Advanced Recording Operations

    — Advanced Recording Operations — Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording You can record a still image onto a tape. This mode is useful when you want to print an image using a video printer (optional). You can record about 510 images on a 60-minute cassette.
  • Page 48 Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording Self-timer recording You can make a tape photo recording with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

  • Page 49: Using The Wide Mode

    Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The pictures viewed during playing back on a normal TV [b] or a wide -screen TV [c] are compressed in the widthwise direction.
  • Page 50 Using the wide mode To return to the FN screen Select RETURN, , then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. In wide mode, you cannot select the following functions: –...

  • Page 51: Using The Fader Function

    Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. STBY NORM. FADER (fader) MOSC. 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 52 Using the fader function (1) When fading in [a] In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. When fading out [b] During recording, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.
  • Page 53 Using the fader function While using the bounce mode, you cannot use the following functions: – Exposure – Focus – Zoom – Picture effect Note on the bounce mode You cannot select the bounce mode in the following mode or when using these functions: –...

  • Page 54: 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 TV. NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : B&W : SOLARIZE [b] : The light intensity is clearer, and the picture looks like an illustration. SLIM [c] : STRETCH [d] : The picture expands horizontally.
  • Page 55 Using special effects – Picture effect To return to the FN screen Select RETURN, , then press the center z on the control button after step 4. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To turn the picture effect function off Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings.

  • Page 56: 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 image successively at constant intervals.
  • Page 57 Using special effects – Digital effect (1) In CAMERA mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select PAGE3, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE3 screen appears. (3) Select DIG EFFT, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 58 Using special effects – Digital effect To return to the FN screen Select OK, then press the center z on the control button after step 5. The PAGE3 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To cancel the digital effect Select OFF, then press the center z on the control button in step 3.

  • Page 59: Using The Program Ae Function

    Using the PROGRAM AE function You can use the PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) function 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 a theater. Soft portrait This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers.
  • Page 60 Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) In standby or MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (2) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.
  • Page 61 Using the PROGRAM AE function •The following functions do not work in PROGRAM AE mode: – Slow shutter – Old movie – Bounce •The digital effect function does not work in low lux mode: •While shooting in MEMORY mode, the low lux mode does not work. (The indicator flashes.) (DCR-IP7BT only) •The SteadyShot function does not work in low lux mode.

  • Page 62: 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) In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 63 Adjusting the white balance manually To return to the automatic white balance mode Select AUTO, then press the z center on the control button in step 4. If the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lighting We recommend that you use the n indoor mode.

  • Page 64: Adjusting The Exposure Manually

    Adjusting the exposure manually You can adjust and set the exposure. Normally exposure is automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: – To make a fine exposure adjustment – To shoot a bright subject with a dark background –...

  • Page 65: 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 66 Focusing manually To return to the FN screen Select OK, then press the center z on the control button after step 4. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To return to the autofocus mode Select AUTO, then press the center z on the control button in step 4.

  • Page 67: Advanced Playback Operations

    — Advanced Playback Operations — Playing back a tape with picture effects During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect function: NEG.ART, SEPIA, B&W, and SOLARIZE. (1) In playback or playback pause mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 68 Playing back a tape with picture effects Pictures processed by the picture effect function Pictures processed by the picture effect function are not output through the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playback The picture effect function is automatically canceled.

  • Page 69: 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 function: STILL, FLASH, LUMI., and TRAIL. (1) In playback or playback pause mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 70 Playing back a tape with digital effects Notes •You cannot process externally input scenes using the digital effect function. •You cannot record images on the tape inserted in your camcorder when you have processed the image using the digital effect function. However, you can record images on a “Memory Stick”...

  • Page 71: 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 and still images recorded in the tape onto the index screen. The recording date and title of each image or scene are also indicated. Select the thumbnail you want to play back, then press the center z on the control button, the camcorder starts searching for the image or scene and plays it back automatically.
  • Page 72 Searching for a scene – Multi-picture search (5) Select the thumbnail you want to play back, then press the center z on the control button. 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 73 Searching for a scene – Multi-picture search When controlling the camcorder from 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 between recorded portions The multi-picture search function may not work correctly. The number of thumbnails stored in one cassette About 400 thumbnails can be stored.
  • Page 74 Searching for a scene – Multi-picture search 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 75: 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 recorded tape by title. You can only use this function with the Remote Commander. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the TITLE SEARCH indicator appears.
  • Page 76 Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title – Title search To stop searching Press STOP on the Remote Commander. If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The title search function may not work correctly. To superimpose a title See page 89.

  • Page 77: Searching A Recording By Date - Date Search

    Searching a recording by date – Date search You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and start playback from that point. You can only use this function with the Remote Commander. Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date.
  • Page 78 Searching a recording by date – Date search To stop searching Press STOP on the Remote Commander. If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The date search function may not work correctly. Micro Cassette Memory The Micro Cassette Memory can hold 20 recording date data.

  • Page 79: Searching For A Photo - Photo Search

    Searching for a photo – Photo search You can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape. You can only use this function with the Remote Commander. Use this function to check or edit still images. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears.
  • Page 80 Searching for a photo – Photo search To stop searching Press STOP on the Remote Commander. If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The photo search function may not work correctly. The number of photos that can be searched for The available number is up to approximate 400 photos.

  • Page 81: Editing

    — 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.
  • Page 82 Dubbing a tape You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems 8 mm, Betamax, If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow or black plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video or S video input jack on the VCR, and the white or red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR.
  • Page 83 Dubbing a tape When you have finished dubbing the tape Stop the recording on the recorder, and stop the playback on the camcorder. You can connect only one recorder using the i.LINK cable See page 176 for more information about i.LINK. The following functions do not work during digital editing: –...

  • Page 84: Recording A Program

    Recording a program When using the A/V connecting cable You can record or edit a program from another VCR 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 85: Making A Recording

    Recording a program 2 Making a recording Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings (The default setting is LCD.) (p. 102). (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder and insert a recorded tape into the VCR.
  • Page 86 Recording a program When you have finished dubbing the tape Select , then press the center z on the control button on your camcorder and stop the playback of the VCR. 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 red plug to the audio output jack on the VCR.
  • Page 87 Recording a program When using the i.LINK cable Simply connect the supplied i.LINK cable to the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack of your camcorder and to the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack of the MICROMV product. With digital- to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high- quality editing.
  • Page 88 Recording a program When you have finished dubbing the tape Select , then press the center z on the control button and stop the playback of the player. Notes •When an incompatible picture (such as one recorded with the DV format) is input, the message “INPUT ERROR”...

  • Page 89: Superimposing A Title

    Superimposing a title You can superimpose a title for 5 seconds from the recording start point. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for about 5 seconds from the point where you superimposed it. You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 95). You can also select the color, size and position of titles.
  • Page 90 Superimposing a title (6) If necessary, change the color, size, or position by selecting COLOR, SIZE, POS r or POS R, then press the center z on the control button repeatedly. (7) Select TITLE OK, then press the center z on the control button. (8) Select SAVE TITLE, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 91 Superimposing a title 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 more than 12 characters in LARGE size. If you input more than 12 characters, the title size returns to SMALL even if you select LARGE.
  • Page 92 Superimposing a title Superimposing a title on a recorded tape The title is recorded for about 5 seconds from the recording start point. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.
  • Page 93 Superimposing a title To use a custom title If you want to use a custom title, select 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 94: Erasing A Title

    Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

  • Page 95: 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) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 96 Making your own titles To return to the FN screen Select , then press the center z on the control button after step 9. The PAGE2 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To change the title you have stored In step 5, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you want to change, then press the center z on the control button and then enter a new title as...
  • Page 97 Making your own titles Making a title in VCR mode (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE screen appears.

  • Page 98: The Micro Cassette Memory

    The Micro Cassette Memory The MICROMV cassette automatically records the recording settings and date. You can also label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 16 characters and is stored in the Micro Cassette Memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR, the label is displayed for about 5 seconds.
  • Page 99 The Micro Cassette Memory Labeling a cassette (1) Insert the cassette you want to label. (2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (3) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (4) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 100 The Micro Cassette Memory To return to the FN screen Select , then press the center z on the control button after step 8. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To erase the label you have made Select C, then press the center z on the control button in step 6.
  • Page 101 The Micro Cassette Memory Deleting all the data in the Micro Cassette Memory You can delete all the data (cassette title, date, photo, thumbnail, and cassette information) in Micro Cassette Memory at once. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button.

  • Page 102: Customizing Your Camcorder

    Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the control button. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item, and then the mode. (1) In standby, MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) or VCR mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 103 Changing the menu settings To turn off the menu After step 5, press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. To return to the FN screen After step 5, select appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET...
  • Page 104 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode STEADYSHOT z ON VIDEOINPUT z VIDEO LCD COLOR VF B.L. z BRT NORMAL * STILL SET PIC MODE z SINGLE QUALITY z FINE * DCR-IP7BT only Notes on the SteadyShot function The SteadyShot function may not work properly in the following cases: •When the camera shake is excessive.
  • Page 105 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode * MOVIE SET MOVIEMODE z SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD LIGHTMODE —— SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL —— FORMAT z RETURN —— PHOTO SAVE * DCR-IP7BT only Notes on formatting (DCR-IP7BT only) •The “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder has been formatted at the factory. Formatting with your camcorder is not required.
  • Page 106 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL z ON TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL q INFODSPL z ON z AUTO qREMAIN CLOCK SET z NORMAL LTR SIZE DEMO MODE z ON Notes on DEMO MODE • You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your camcorder. •...
  • Page 107 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode DATA CODE* z DATE/CAM DATE AREA SET —— DST SET z OFF BEEP z MELODY NORMAL COMMANDER z ON DISPLAY z LCD V-OUT/LCD REC LAMP z ON * Using the Remote Commander only Note If you press DISPLAY with “DISPLAY”...

  • Page 108: Memory Stick" Operations

    Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction – DCR-IP7BT only You can record an image onto the “Memory Stick” and easily play it back on your camcorder. The following functions are also available using the “Memory Stick.” •To capture an image recorded on the tape using the “Memory Stick.” •To duplicate a still image recorded on the “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 109 •Pentium is either a registered trademark or trademark of Intel Corporation. •All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, “ ” and “ ” are not mentioned in each case in this manual. are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
  • Page 110 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Inserting a “Memory Stick” Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the v mark facing up as illustrated. Ejecting the “Memory Stick” Slide the MEMORY EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow. While the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder because your camcorder is reading the data from the “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 111 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Using a button displayed on the screen Your camcorder has operation buttons on the screen. Use the control button to operate the buttons on the screen. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen.
  • Page 112 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To execute settings Select OK, then press the center z on the control button. If the item is not available The color of the item changes to gray.
  • Page 113 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Selecting the still image quality mode You can select the image quality mode for still image recording. The default setting is FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

  • Page 114: Image Quality Settings

    Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction To return to the FN screen Select RETURN, PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. Image quality settings Setting FINE (Indicator: FINE) STANDARD (Indicator: STD) Approximate number of still images you can record on a “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 115 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Setting the moving picture quality mode You can select the moving picture quality mode. The default setting is SUPER FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.
  • Page 116 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Image quality settings Setting SUPER FINE (Indicator: SFN) FINE (Indicator: FINE) STANDARD (Indicator: STD) LIGHTMODE (Indicator: 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 the camcorder.
  • Page 117 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Approximate length of time of the moving pictures you can record on a “Memory Stick” The table below indicates the recordable time when using a “Memory Stick” formatted with this camcorder. Quality 128 MB* SUPER FINE 13 min FINE 20 min...

  • Page 118: Recording Still Images On A "Memory Stick" - Memory Photo Recording

    Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording – DCR-IP7BT only You can record still images on a “Memory Stick.” You can also record nine still images continuously. (MULTI SCRN) Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.
  • Page 119 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: – Wide mode – Digital zoom – SteadyShot – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect –...
  • Page 120 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. (3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.
  • Page 121 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) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 122 Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically canceled when: – The self-timer recording is finished. – The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR.

  • Page 123: Recording An Image From A Tape As A Still Image

    Recording an image from a tape as a still image – DCR-IP7BT only Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it on a “Memory Stick” as a still image. Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input jack and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.”...
  • Page 124 Recording an image from a tape as a still image If you press PHOTO lightly in the playback mode Your camcorder stops momentarily. Sound recorded on a tape You cannot record the audio from the tape. Titles which have already been recorded on tapes You cannot record the titles on a “Memory Stick.”...
  • Page 125 Recording an image from a tape as a still image If your VCR has an S VIDEO jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable.

  • Page 126: Recording Moving Pictures On A "Memory Stick" - Mpeg Movie Recording

    Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording – DCR-IP7BT only You can record moving pictures with sound on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Press START/STOP.
  • Page 127 Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” – MPEG movie recording Note Sound is recorded in monaural. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: – Wide mode – Digital zoom – SteadyShot – Fader –...

  • Page 128: Recording A Picture From A Tape As A Moving Picture

    Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture – DCR-IP7BT only 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 jack and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.”...
  • Page 129 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 tapes. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike the camcorder. Also, do not turn the power off, eject the “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 130 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Using the A/V connecting cable : Signal flow Connect the yellow or black plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video or S video jack or the black plug to the S video jack on the VCR. If your VCR has an S video jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures.
  • Page 131 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Note “ ” flashes in the following instances. If this happens, eject and insert the “Memory Stick” again, and record distortion-free images. – When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that has been repeatedly used for dubbing.

  • Page 132: Superimposing A Still Image In A "Memory Stick" On A Moving Picture - Memory Mix

    Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a moving picture – MEMORY MIX – DCR-IP7BT only 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.
  • Page 133 Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a moving picture – MEMORY MIX Before operation •Insert the tape you want to use for recording into your camcorder. •Insert the “Memory Stick” with still images recorded into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
  • Page 134 Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a moving picture – MEMORY MIX Items to adjust M. CHROM M. LUMI C. CHROM M.OVERLAP The fewer bars there are on the screen, the stronger the effect. To change the still image to be superimposed Before step 7, select –/+ in the lower-right corner, then press the center z on the control button.

  • Page 135: Copying Still Images From A Tape - Photo Save

    Copying still images from a tape – Photo save – DCR-IP7BT only Using the search function, you can automatically take in only still images from tapes and record them on a “Memory Stick” in sequence. Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape. •Insert a “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 136 Copying still images from a tape – Photo save To stop or end copying Select END, then press the center z on the control button in step 5. When the “Memory Stick” is full “MEMORY FULL” appears on the screen, and the copying stops. Select END, then press the center z on the control button, insert another “Memory Stick”...

  • Page 137: Viewing A Still Image - Memory Photo Playback

    Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback – DCR-IP7BT only You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images (including moving pictures) in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 138 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 the TV or on the LCD screen, the image quality may appear to have deteriorated.
  • Page 139 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 MEMORY mode, go to step 3.

  • Page 140: Viewing A Moving Picture - Mpeg Movie Playback

    Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback – DCR-IP7BT only You can play back moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images, including still images, in order, at one time, by selecting the index screen.
  • Page 141 Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback To change the screen size Select SCRN SIZE, then press the center z on the control button. The screen size changes as follows: 1 / 2 0 MO V 1 0 0 0 1 MEMOR Y P L A Y MPEG –...
  • Page 142 Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback MO V 1 0 0 0 1 MPEG – J U L 4 2 0 0 1 1 2 : 0 5 : 5 6 – Recommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment OS: Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 3.51 or later.

  • Page 143: Dubbing Images Recorded On The "Memory Stick" Onto The Tape

    Dubbing images recorded on the “Memory Stick” onto the tape – DCR-IP7BT only You can dub a still image or title recorded on a “Memory Stick” to a tape. You can also use the Remote Commander to do this operation. Before operation •Insert a tape to be recorded into your camcorder.
  • Page 144 Dubbing images recorded on the “Memory Stick” onto the tape To stop dubbing Select , then press the center z on the control button, or press the stop button on the Remote Commander. When using the Remote Commander Press the REC buttons on the Remote Commander simultaneously after step 3. The camcorder starts dubbing.

  • Page 145: Enlarging Still Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick" - Memory Pb Zoom

    Enlarging still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” – Memory PB ZOOM – DCR-IP7BT only You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) In memory playback mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 146 Enlarging still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” – Memory PB ZOOM Note You cannot record images on the “Memory Stick” which are enlarged by the Memory PB ZOOM function. Record those images on the VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures in the Memory PB ZOOM mode Pictures are not output through the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack.

  • Page 147: Playing Back Images In A Continuous Loop - Slide Show

    Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW – DCR-IP7BT only You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” with your images recorded into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.
  • Page 148 Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW To stop the slide show Select END, then press the center z on the control button. To pause during a slide show Select PAUSE, then press the center z on the control button. To return to the FN screen Select END, then press the center z on the control button.

  • Page 149: Preventing Accidental Erasure - Image Protection

    Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection – DCR-IP7BT only To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. (2) In MEMORY mode, go to step 3. In VCR mode, select (3) Select INDEX, then press the center z on the control button.

  • Page 150: Deleting Images

    Deleting images – DCR-IP7BT only You can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.” You can delete all images or selected images. Deleting selected images Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. (2) In MEMORY mode, select PLAY, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 151 Deleting images Notes •When you want to delete a protected image, first cancel the image protection. •Once you delete an image, you cannot restore it. Check the images before deleting them. If the write-protect switch on the “Memory Stick” is set to LOCK You cannot delete images.
  • Page 152 Deleting images To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button after step 8. To cancel deleting an image Select CANCEL, then press the center z on the control button in step 8. Deleting all the images You can delete all the unprotected images in a “Memory Stick.”...
  • Page 153 Deleting images (6) Select OK, then press the center z on the control button. OK changes to EXECUTE. (7) Select EXECUTE, then press the center z on the control button. “DELETING” appears on the screen. When all the unprotected images are deleted, “COMPLETE”...

  • Page 154: Writing A Print Mark - Print Mark

    Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK – DCR-IP7BT only You can specify a recorded still image to print out by putting marks on it. 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 155: Connecting With A Computer

    — Connecting with a computer — Viewing images recorded on a tape using your computer You can view or edit the images recorded on a tape using your computer. You can record images edited with the computer on the tape. To view images on your computer, the application software MovieShaker Ver.

  • Page 156: Viewing Images Recorded On A "Memory Stick" Using Your

    Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer – DCR-IP7BT only You can view data recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer. Note Data recorded on a “Memory Stick” is stored in the following formats. Make sure that applications that support these file formats are installed on your computer.

  • Page 157: Installing The Usb Driver

    Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is contained together with the application software used for viewing images on a CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder.
  • Page 158 (5) Move the following 2 files from the window opened in step 3 to the System Folder icon in the window opened in step 4 (drag and drop). •Sony Camcorder USB Driver •Sony Camcorder USB Shim (6) When “Put these items into the Extensions folder?” appears, click OK.
  • Page 159 Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer Viewing images For Windows users (1) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your computer.
  • Page 160 Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer Unplug the USB cable/Eject the “Memory Stick” For Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Me users To unplug the USB cable or eject the “Memory Stick,” follow the procedure below. (1) Move the cursor to the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon on the Task Tray and click to cancel the applicable drive.
  • Page 161 Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer 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 162: Network Operation

    Accessing the network – DCR-IP7BT only You can access the Internet using a Bluetooth device that complies to the standards of the camcorder. Once the access is made, you can view a Web page and send/receive your e-mail, etc. This section describes only how to open the Network Menu. For details on network operations, refer to the network function operating instructions supplied with the camcorder.
  • Page 163 Accessing the network Note 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, “™” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.

  • Page 164: 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 screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 170.
  • Page 165 Types of trouble and their solutions Symptom The picture appears too bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen. The click of the shutter does not sound. A horizontal band appears when shooting a TV screen or computer screen.
  • Page 166 Types of trouble and their solutions In the recording and playback modes Symptom 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 167 Types of trouble and their solutions When operating using a “Memory Stick” – DCR-IP7BT only 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 168 Types of trouble and their solutions When operating using a “Memory Stick” – DCR-IP7BT only Symptom The photo save function does not work. You cannot play back images in actual size. No audio during playback. Others Symptom The title is not recorded. The Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder does not work.
  • Page 169 • The battery pack is not properly installed. c Install it properly (p. 18). • Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize it (p.

  • Page 170: Self-Diagnosis Display

    C:31:ss C:32:ss E:61: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 171: Warning Indicators And Messages

    Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the screen, check the following: See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Warning indicators 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file (DCR- IP7BT only) Slow flashing: •The file is corrupted. •The file is unreadable.

  • Page 172: Warning Messages

    Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET • FOR “InfoLITHIUM” BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE • COPY INHIBIT • FULL • FULL • NO FILE • NO MEMORY STICK • MEMORY STICK ERROR • FORMAT ERROR • DIRECTORY ERROR •...

  • Page 173: 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 VHS, VHSC, S-VHS, DV, or mini DV cassettes. are trademarks of Sony Corporation. 8 mm, S-VHSC,...

  • Page 174: 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 and an optional AC adaptor/charger. 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 175: Battery Life

    About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack How to store the battery pack •Even if the battery pack is not used for a long time, remove the battery pack from the camcorder, store it in a dry, cool place after fully charging it once per year and then using the battery pack fully on your camcorder.

  • Page 176: About I.link

    About the Name “i.LINK” i.LINK is a more familiar term for the IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is a trademark approved by many corporations.
  • Page 177 For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment having i.LINK (MICROMV) jacks, see page 82, 87. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK compatible equipment made by SONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computers) other than video equipment.

  • Page 178: 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-IP7BT only). 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.

  • Page 179: 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 180 – the x indicator and “ the x indicator flashes on the screen during recording. If the above problem, [a], [b] or [c] occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony MGRCLD cleaning cassette. Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning.
  • Page 181 Maintenance information and precautions Cleaning the LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, we recommend using an LCD Cleaning Kit (optional) to clean the LCD screen. Removing dust from inside the viewfinder (1) Pull out the viewfinder in the direction of the arrow 1. Remove the two screws in the direction of the arrow 2 with a screwdriver (optional).
  • Page 182 •If any solid object or liquid gets 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 OFF (CHG) when you are not using your camcorder.
  • Page 183 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 184: Battery Pack

    •If you touch the liquid with your hands, wash it off with water. •If the liquid gets 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 185: 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 Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function) Compatible Bluetooth profiles Generic Access Profile Dial-up Networking Profile Usable frequency band 2.4 GHz band...
  • Page 186 Specifications Battery pack NP-FF50 Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 4.8 Wh (675 mAh) Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Dimensions (approx.) 40.8 12.5 49.1 mm (1 5/8 1/2 1 15/16 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 45 g (1.6 oz)

  • Page 187: Quick Reference

    4 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 33) 5 OPEN/ZEJECT lever (p. 27) This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this “GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES”...
  • Page 188 Identifying the parts and controls qa DISPLAY button (p. 41) qs Control button (v/V/b/B/z) (p. 7) qd CAMERA lamp qf MEMORY/NETWORK lamp (DCR-IP7BT only) qg VCR lamp qh BACK LIGHT button (p. 36) qj Built-in Microphone (p. 29) qk Viewfinder (p. 33) ql Eyecup...
  • Page 189 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 cameras and offers a quality as the Carl Zeiss lens.
  • Page 190 Identifying the parts and controls es MEMORY EJECT lever (p. 110) (DCR-IP7BT only) ed Access lamp (p. 110) (DCR-IP7BT only) ef “Memory Stick” slot (p. 110) (DCR-IP7BT only) eg CHG lamp (p. 19) eh Reset button (p. 169) ej Battery/Battery terminal cover (p. 18) ek Jack cover el VBATT (battery) release lever (p.
  • Page 191 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, 118) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 41) 3 MEMORY control buttons (DCR-IP7BT only) 4 SEARCH MODE button (p.
  • Page 192 •Your camcorder works in 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 Commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper.
  • Page 193 Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and viewfinder 1 Micro Cassette Memory indicator (p. 173) 2 Remaining battery time indicator (p. 35) 3 Zoom indicator (p. 34)/Data file name indicator (p. 108) (DCR-IP7BT only) 4 Digital effect indicator (p. 56)/ MEMORY MIX indicator (p.

  • Page 194: Index

    Index A, B AC power adaptor ... 21 Adjusting viewfinder ... 33 AUTO SHTR ... 103 A/V connecting cable ... 44, 81, 85, 124, 130 A/V jack ... 44, 81, 85, 124, 130 BACK LIGHT ... 36 Battery pack ... 18 BEEP ...
  • Page 196 3 0 6 9 9 3 3 1 2 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan...

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