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Sony Handycam Vision DCR-SC100E Operating Instructions Manual

Sony Handycam Vision DCR-SC100E Operating Instructions Manual

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Index
A, B
Audio dubbing ........................... 62
BATT release .............................. 10
BEEP ...................................... 15, 31
C
Camera recording ...................... 13
Car battery .................................. 29
Cassette memory ......................... 4
Charging battery pack ................ 7
Charging vanadium-lithium
battery ...................................... 72
Cleaning video heads ................ 82
Clock set ...................................... 73
Colour TV system .................. 4, 86
Connection ............................ 48, 59
COPY INHIBIT .......................... 70
D, E
Data Code ................................... 58
Demo mode ................................ 33
DISPLAY ..................................... 24
Digital zoom ............................... 17
DV connecting cable .................. 59
DV format ..................................... 4
DV OUT ...................................... 59
Editing ......................................... 59
Eject .............................................. 11
END SEARCH ............................ 26
Алфавитный указатель
А, Б, В, Г
Автомобильный аккумулятор ... 29
Введение/выведение
изображения ....................... 35
Воспроизведение на
телевизоре .......................... 48
Выталкивание кассеты ........ 11
Д, Е, Ж,З
Демонстрационный режим ... 33
Запись с помощью
видеокамеры ...................... 13
Зарядка батарейного блока .. 7
Зарядка ванадиево-литиевой
батарейки ............................ 72
Зеркальный режим ............... 19
И, К, Л, М
Индикатор оставшегося заряда
батарейного блока ............. 76
Индикатор оставшейся ленты .. 15
Источники питания ............... 27
Кассетная память ................... 4
Код времени .......................... 15
Код данных ............................ 58
Конденсация влаги ............... 81
Маркировка кассеты ............ 69
Монтаж .................................. 59
Sony Corporation
Printed in Japan
F, G, H
Fade-in/fade-out ....................... 35
FADER ........................................ 35
FOCUS LOCK ............................ 19
Full charge .................................... 7
I, J, K, L
Label ............................................ 69
LCD BRIGHT ............................. 31
InfoLITHIUM ............................. 78
LP mode ...................................... 14
M, N, O
Menu system .............................. 30
Mirror mode ............................... 19
Moisture condensation ............. 81
Normal charge ............................. 7
P, Q
PHOTO ....................................... 38
Photo search/scan ..................... 54
Playback on a TV ....................... 48
Playback pause ........................... 24
Power sources ............................ 27
Power zoom ................................ 17
PROGRAM AE ........................... 44
Н, О
Наезд видеокамеры ............. 17
Наложение звукового
сопровождения .................. 62
Нормальная зарядка .............. 7
Очистка видеоголовок ......... 82
П, Р
Пауза воспроизведения ....... 24
Переключатель START/STOP
MODE ................................... 18
Полная зарядка ...................... 7
Предупреждающие
индикаторы ....................... 110
Приводной трансфокатор .... 17
Проверка неисправностей ... 93
Пульт дистанционного
управления ....................... 105
Режим готовности ................. 13
Режим LP ............................... 14
Режим SP ............................... 14
С, Т
Система меню ....................... 30
Система цветного телевидения
......................................... 4, 86
Соединение ..................... 48, 59
Соединительный шнур DV ... 59
Титр (наложение) .................. 64
Титр (создание) ..................... 67
R
Remaining battery indicator .... 76
Remaining tape indicator ......... 15
Remote Commander ............... 105
S
SP mode ...................................... 14
Standby mode ............................ 13
START/STOP MODE switch ... 18
STEADYSHOT ........................... 46
T, U, V
Time code .................................... 15
Title (making) ............................. 67
Title (superimposition) ............. 64
Tripod mounting ....................... 22
Trouble check ............................. 87
VOLUME .................................... 23
W, X, Y, Z
Warning indicators .................. 110
Wide mode ................................. 42
ZERO SET MEMORY ................ 57
Zoom ........................................... 17
У – Я
Установка видеокамеры на
треноге ................................ 22
Установка часов ................... 73
Фиксаторный рычаг BATT .... 10
Формат DV ............................... 4
Фотопоиск/фотосканирование
............................................. 54
Цифровой трансфокатор ..... 17
Широкоформатный режим ... 42
A, B, C, D
BEEP ................................ 15, 31
COPY INHIBIT ........................ 70
DISPLAY ................................. 17
DV OUT .................................. 59
E, F, G, H
END SEARCH ........................ 26
FADER .................................... 35
FOCUS LOCK ......................... 19
I – O
InfoLITHIUM ............................ 77
LCD BRIGHT .......................... 31
P – Z
PHOTO ................................... 38
PROGRAM AE ........................ 44
STEADYSHOT ........................ 46
VOLUME ................................. 23
ZERO SET MEMORY ............. 57

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  • Page 1 Кассетная память ... 4 Код времени ... 15 Код данных ... 58 Конденсация влаги ... 81 Маркировка кассеты ... 69 Монтаж ... 59 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan F, G, H Fade-in/fade-out ... 35 FADER ... 35 FOCUS LOCK ... 19 Full charge ...

  • Page 2: Operating Instructions

    Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Инструкция по эксплуатации Перед эксплуатацией аппарата прочтите, пожалуйста, данное руководство и сохраните его для дальнейших справок. DCR-SC100E ©1997 by Sony Corporation...
  • Page 3 English Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam Vision camcorder. With your Handycam Vision you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam Vision is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Before you begin Using this manual 4 Checking supplied accessories 6 Getting started Charging and installing the battery pack 7 Inserting a cassette 11 Using the sunshade 12 Basic operations Camera recording 13 Using the zoom feature 17 Selecting the start/stop mode 18 Fixing the focus momentarily 19 Letting the subject monitor the shot 19...

  • Page 5: Cassette Memory

    Before you begin Using this manual As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g., Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. As indicated with in the illustrations, you can hear the beep sound to confirm your operation. Note on TV colour systems TV colour systems differ from country to country.

  • Page 6: Precautions On Camcorder Care

    Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care •The LCD screen are manufactured using high-precision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue or green in colour) that constantly appear on the LCD screen. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded picture in any way.

  • Page 7: Checking Supplied Accessories

    Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 105) 2 AC-V615 AC power adaptor (1) (p. 7, 28) The shape of the plug varies from region to region. 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 48, 60) 4 NP-F530 battery pack (1) (p.

  • Page 8: Зарядка Батарейного Блока

    “InfoLITHIUM“ battery pack. If you use any other battery pack to operate your camcorder, the camcorder may not operate or the battery life may be shorten. “InfoLITHIUM“ is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Charging the battery pack (1) Connect the mains lead to the AC power adaptor.

  • Page 9: Charging And Installing The Battery Pack

    Charging and installing the battery pack Charging time Battery pack NP-F530 (supplied) The time required for a normal charge is indicated in parentheses. * Approximate minutes to charge an empty battery pack using the supplied AC power adaptor. (Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.) Battery life Battery...
  • Page 10 Charging and installing the battery pack Notes on remaining battery time indication during recording •Remaining battery time is displayed on the LCD screen. However, the indication may not be displayed properly, depending on using conditions and circumstances. •Once you close the sunshade, it takes about 1 minute for the correct remaining time to be displayed after the sunshade is opened again.

  • Page 11: Batt Release

    Charging and installing the battery pack Installing the battery pack (1) Set the POWER switch to OFF to prevent misoperation of the camcorder. (2) To open the lid of the battery compartment, slide the OPEN (BATT) release lever at the bottom of the camcorder toward you, then slide it to the right and release your hands.

  • Page 12: Eject

    Inserting a cassette You can use mini DV cassette with only. Make sure that the power source is installed. (1) Set the POWER switch to OFF. (2) Slide OPEN/EJECT on the bottom of the camcorder in the direction of the arrow 1. Pull the lid in the direction of the arrow 2.

  • Page 13: Using The Sunshade

    Using the sunshade The supplied sunshade for the LCD screen reduces glare from the LCD screen. It also protects the LCD screen from dust and fingerprints when you are not viewing the screen. Attaching the sunshade [a] (1) Align the tabs on the left side of the LCD screen with the tabs on the left side of the sunshade.

  • Page 14: Camera Recording

    Basic operations Camera recording Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that the START/STOP MODE switch is set to When you use the camcorder for the first time, power on it and reset the date and time to your time before you start recording (p.

  • Page 15: Lp Mode,

    Camera recording To stop recording momentarily [a] Press START/STOP. The “STBY” indicator appears on the LCD screen (Standby mode). To finish recording [b] Press START/STOP again to stop recording. Set the POWER switch to OFF. Then, eject the cassette and remove the battery pack. Note on Standby mode If you leave the camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted, the...

  • Page 16: Код Времени

    When you record in LP mode, we recommend you to use a Sony Excellence/Master mini DV cassette so that you can get the most out of your camcorder. •You cannot make audio dubbing on a tape recorded in LP mode.
  • Page 17 Camera recording To adjust the LCD panel angle [a] Adjust the LCD panel to the angle you want. The LCD panel moves forward, backward, and upward. You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen in the menu system. Notes on the LCD panel •To put the LCD panel back into its flush position, move it straight back by pushing the upper left edge of the panel marked with the...

  • Page 18: Digital Zoom

    Camera recording Using the zoom feature Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the scene. For more professional-looking recordings, use the zoom function sparingly. “T” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “W” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) Zooming speed (Variable speed zooming)

  • Page 19: Selecting The Start/Stop Mode

    Camera recording Selecting the start/stop mode Your camcorder has two modes besides normal start/stop mode. These modes enable you to take a series of quick shots resulting in a lively video. (1) Set START/STOP MODE to the desired mode. :Recording starts when you press START/ STOP, and stops when you press it again (normal mode).

  • Page 20: Зеркальный Режим

    Camera recording Fixing the focus momentarily Use this function when the focus on the object you want to record is unstable. Press FOCUS LOCK with the desired object in focus while the camcorder is in Standby or recording mode. The focus is fixed while the is displayed on the LCD screen.
  • Page 21 Camera recording To cancel mirror mode Turn the LCD panel down toward the camcorder body. Notes on mirror mode •When you turn the LCD panel 180 degrees, the camcorder enters mirror mode. •Using the mirror mode, you can record yourself while watching yourself on the LCD [a].

  • Page 22: Hints For Better Shooting

    Hints for better shooting For hand-held shots, you will get better results by holding the camcorder according to the following suggestions: •Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily manipulate the controls with your thumb. [a] •Place your elbows against your side.
  • Page 23 поверхности подходящей высоты. Если у Вас есть тренога для фотоаппарата, Вы также можете использовать ее и для видеокамеры. При прикреплении треноги другой фирмы, отличной от Sony, убедитесь, что длина винта треноги менее 6,5 мм. В противном случае винт может повредить внутренние части видеокамеры.

  • Page 24: Volume

    Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. (1) Insert the recorded tape with the window facing out. (2) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to PLAYER. The display for operation buttons appears.

  • Page 25: Display

    Playing back a tape To display the LCD screen indicators Press DISPLAY. To erase the indicators, press again. Notes on screen indicators •The screen indicator disappears when the title is displayed. •When you play back a tape using a “InfoLITHIUM” battery, B indicates the remaining battery capacity.

  • Page 26: Playing Back A Tape

    Playing back a tape To view the picture at double speed For double speed playback in the reverse direction, press <, then press 2 on the Remote Commander during playback. For double speed playback in the forward direction, press >, then press 2 during playback.

  • Page 27: End Search

    Searching for the end of the picture You can go to the end of the recorded portion after you record and play back the tape. The tape starts rewinding or fast-forwarding and the last about 5 seconds of the recorded portion plays back.

  • Page 28: Power Sources

    Battery Battery pack NP-F530 pack (supplied) In the car 12 V or Sony car battery charger 24 V car DC-V515A battery Note on power sources Disconnecting the power source or removing the battery pack during recording or playback may damage the inserted tape. If this happens, restore the power supply again immediately.

  • Page 29: Using The Mains

    Using alternative power sources Using the mains To use the supplied AC power adaptor: (1) Insert the connecting plate in the camcorder. (2) Connect the connecting cord to the DC OUT jack on the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the mains lead to mains. To remove the connecting plate The connecting plate is removed in the same way as the battery pack.

  • Page 30: Car Battery

    Using alternative power sources Using a car battery Use a car battery charger such as Sony DC- V515A (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V). Connect the car battery charger and the camcorder using the supplied DK-415 connecting cord.

  • Page 31: Menu System

    Changing the mode settings You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the camcorder. (1) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. (2) Turn the CONTROL dial to select the desired item, then press the CONTROL dial.

  • Page 32: Lcd Bright

    Changing the mode settings Note on mirror mode While recording in mirror mode, the menu does not appear on the LCD screen. Note on changing the mode settings Menu items differs depending on the setting of the POWER switch to PLAYER or CAMERA/ PHOTO.

  • Page 33: Changing The Mode Settings

    Changing the mode settings DISPLAY <LCD or V-OUT/LCD> •Normally select LCD. •Select V-OUT/LCD to display indicator both on the LCD screen and the TV screen. Items for CAMERA/PHOTO mode only PROGRAM AE* Select this item to use the PROGRAM AE function.

  • Page 34: Demo Mode

    Changing the mode settings REC LAMP <ON/OFF> •Normally select ON. •Select OFF when you do not want the camera recording/battery lamp at the front of the unit to light up. CLOCK SET Select this item to reset the date or time. DEMO MODE <STBY&ON/OFF>...
  • Page 35 Changing the mode settings AUDIO MIX* Select this item and adjust the balance between the stereo 1 and stereo 2 by turning the CONTROL dial. CM SEARCH <ON/OFF> •Select ON to search using cassette memory. •Select OFF to search without using cassette memory.

  • Page 36: Fader

    Fade-in and fade-out You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. When fading in, the picture gradually fades in from black while the sound increases. When fading out, the picture gradually fades to black while the sound decreases. When fading in [a] (1) While the camcorder is in Standby mode, press FADER.
  • Page 37 Fade-in and fade-out To cancel the fade-in/fade-out function Before pressing START/STOP, press FADER until the fade indicator disappears. When the POWER switch is set to PHOTO, or the START/STOP MODE switch is set to 5SEC You cannot use the fade-in/fade-out function. Notes on titles •You cannot superimpose a title while fading in and after pressing FADER to fade out.

  • Page 38: Shooting With Backlighting

    Shooting with backlighting When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the BACK LIGHT function. Press BACK LIGHT. The c indicator appears on the LCD screen. [a] Subject is too dark because of backlight. [b]Subject becomes bright with backlight compensation.

  • Page 39: Photo

    Photo recording You can record a still picture like a photograph for about seven seconds. This mode is useful when you want to enjoy a picture such as a photograph or when you print a picture using a video printer (not supplied). You can record about 510 pictures on a 60-minute tape.

  • Page 40: Printing The Still Picture

    Photo recording Note on using the Remote Commander If you press the PHOTO button on the Remote Commander when a still picture appears on the LCD screen, the camcorder will record that still picture. However, you cannot select other still pictures by using this button.

  • Page 41: Enjoying Picture Effect

    Enjoying picture effect Selecting picture effect You can make pictures like those of television with the picture effect function. PASTEL [a] The picture is in pastel tones. NEG. ART [b] The colour of the picture is reversed. SEPIA The picture is sepia. B&W The picture is monochrome (black and white).

  • Page 42: Using Picture Effect Function

    Enjoying picture effect Using picture effect function (1) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. (2) Turn the CONTROL dial to select P EFFECT, then press the CONTROL dial. (3) Turn the CONTROL dial to select the desired picture effect mode, then press the CONTROL dial.

  • Page 43: Wide Mode

    Using the wide mode function You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9 WIDE). The picture with black bands at the top and the bottom on the LCD screen [a] is normal. The picture on a normal TV [b] is horizontally compressed.

  • Page 44: Using The Wide Mode Function

    Using the wide mode function Selecting wide picture mode (1) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. (2) Turn the CONTROL dial to select 16:9 WIDE, then press the CONTROL dial. (3) Turn the CONTROL dial to select ON, then press the CONTROL dial.

  • Page 45: Program Ae

    Using the PROGRAM AE function You can select from six PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) modes to suit your shooting situation. When you use PROGRAM AE, you can get a Portrait effect (the subject is in focus and the background is out of focus), capture high-speed action, record night views, etc.

  • Page 46: Using The Program Ae Function

    Using the PROGRAM AE function Using the PROGRAM AE function (1) Press MENU to display the menu on the LCD screen. (2) Turn the CONTROL dial to select PROGRAM AE, then press the CONTROL dial. (3) Turn the CONTROL dial to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode, then press the CONTROL dial.

  • Page 47: Steadyshot

    Releasing the STEADYSHOT function When you shoot, the indicator appears on the LCD screen. This indicates that the SteadyShot function is working and the camcorder compensates for camera-shake. You can release the SteadyShot function when you do not need to use the SteadyShot function. Do not use the SteadyShot function when shooting a stationary object with a tripod.

  • Page 48: Releasing The Steadyshot Function

    Releasing the STEADYSHOT function Notes on the SteadyShot function •The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake. •When you switch the SteadyShot function on or off, the exposure may fluctuate. •When the SteadyShot function is released, the indicator does not appear. •If you use a tele conversion lens (not supplied) or a wide conversion lens (not supplied), the SteadyShot function may not work.

  • Page 49: Watching On A Tv Screen

    Watching on a TV screen Connect the camcorder to your VCR or TV to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. When monitoring the playback picture by connecting the camcorder to your TV, we recommend you to use mains for the power source.
  • Page 50 Watching on a TV screen If your VCR or TV is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white or the red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR or the TV.
  • Page 51 LASER LINK is a system which transmits and receives a picture and sound between video equipment having the infrared rays. LASER LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation. To Play back on a TV (1) After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch on the AV cordless IR receiver to ON.
  • Page 52 Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with date You can search for the boundaries of recorded tape with date - Date Search function. To Search the beginning of the specific date and play back from the point, there are two ways: •Using cassette memory, you can select the date displayed on the LCD screen.

  • Page 53: Searching The Boundaries Of Recorded Tape With Date

    Searching the boundaries of recorded tape with date Notes •The interval of the boundaries between the dates needs more than two minutes. The camcorder may not search if the beginning of the recorded date is too close to the next one. •The short cursor on the screen suggests the date selected in the previous time.

  • Page 54: Searching The Scene With Title

    Searching the scene with title You can search for the scene with title - Title Search function. If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can select the title displayed on the LCD screen. You can only operate with the Remote Commander.

  • Page 55: Фотопоиск/Фотосканирование

    Searching for a photo - photo search/photo scan You can search for the recorded still picture - Photo Search function. There are two modes in Photo Search: •Using cassette memory, you can select the recorded date and time which is displayed on the LCD screen.

  • Page 56: Searching For A Photo Without Using Cassette Memory

    Searching for a photo - photo search/photo scan To stop searching Press p. Note When you play back a tape which has a blank portion between recorded portions, the Photo Search function will not work correctly . Searching for a photo without using cassette memory You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not.

  • Page 57: Scanning Photo

    Searching for a photo - photo search/photo scan Scanning photo You can use this function whether the tape has cassette memory or not. (1) Set the POWER switch to PLAYER. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the photo scan indicator appears.

  • Page 58: Zero Set Memory

    Returning to a pre- registered position Using the Remote Commander, you can easily go back to the desired point on a tape after playback. (1) During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY at the point you later want to locate. The counter shows “0:00:00:00”...

  • Page 59: Data Code

    Displaying recording data – data code function You can display recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) on the LCD screen during playback - Data Code function. The Data Code is also displayed on the TV. Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback.

  • Page 60: Dv Connecting Cable

    Editing onto another tape You can create your own video programme by editing with any other DV, mini DV, h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS, K S-VHSC or l Betamax VCR that has audio/video inputs. You can edit with little deterioration of picture and sound quality when using the DV connecting cable.

  • Page 61: Editing Onto Another Tape

    Editing onto another tape Notes on editing when using the DV connecting cable •You can connect one VCR only. •You can record picture, sound and system data at the same time on the DV products by using the DV connecting cable only. •You cannot edit the titles, display indicator, or the contents of cassette memory.

  • Page 62: Starting Editing

    Editing onto another tape Notes on editing when using the A/V Edición en otra cinta connecting cable •Press DATA CODE , SEARCH MODE, or DISPLAY to turn off the display indicators. Otherwise, the indicators will be recorded on the tape. •If your TV or VCR is a monaural type, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable for video to the TV or VCR.

  • Page 63: Audio Dubbing

    Audio dubbing You can record an audio sound to add to the original sound on a tape by connecting audio equipment or a microphone. If you connect the audio equipment, you can add a sound on your recorded tape by specifying starting and ending points.

  • Page 64: Adding An Audio Sound On A Recorded Tape

    Audio dubbing Adding an audio sound on a recorded tape (1) Insert your recorded tape into the camcorder. (2) While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to PLAYER. (3) On the camcorder, press · to set it to playback mode, and then locate the point where the recording should begin.

  • Page 65: Superimposing A Title

    Superimposing a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the titles while recording or after recording. When you playback the tape, the title is displayed for 5 seconds from the point where you superimposed it. You can select from eight preset titles and one original (CUSTOM TITLE) to superimpose over the picture.
  • Page 66 Superimposing a title Titles are placed from the top of the screen as follows: HELLO! ˜ HAPPY BIRTHDAY ˜ HAPPY HOLIDAYS ˜CONGRATULATIONS! ˜ OUR SWEET BABY ˜ WEDDING ˜ VACATION ˜ THE END˜ CUSTOM TITLE. When you have stored an original title The title appears above “CUSTOM TITLE”.

  • Page 67: Erasing A Title

    Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) Press MENU to display the menu. (2) Turn the CONTROL dial to select TITLE ERASE, then press the CONTROL dial. (3) Turn the CONTROL dial to select the title you want to erase, then press the CONTROL dial. (4) Make sure the title is the one you want to erase, then press the CONTROL dial again.

  • Page 68: Making A Custom Title

    Making a custom title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can make one title of up to 20 characters and store it in memory. (1) Press TITLE to display the titles on the LCD screen. (2) Turn the CONTROL dial to select CUSTOM TITLE, then press the CONTROL dial.
  • Page 69 Making a custom title To Erase a character In step 3, turn the CONTROL dial to select M then press the CONTROL dial. The last character is erased. To change the title you have made In step 2, turn the CONTROL dial to select the title you want to change, then press the CONTROL dial.

  • Page 70: Маркировка Кассеты

    Labeling a cassette If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and turn the power on, the label is displayed on the LCD screen or on the TV screen.

  • Page 71: Copy Inhibit

    Tapes with cassette memory have (Cassette Memory) mark. Sony recommends that you use a tape having mark to enjoy this camcorder fully. When you play back Copyright signal...

  • Page 72: Usable Cassettes And Playback Modes

    Usable cassettes and playback modes Notes on the Mini DV cassette To prevent accidental erasure Slide out the protect tab on the cassette so that the red portion is visible. [a] When affixing a label on the Mini DV cassette Be sure to affix a label on only the location as illustrated below so as not to cause malfunction of the camcorder.

  • Page 73: Battery

    Charging the vanadium- lithium battery in the camcorder Your camcorder is supplied with a vanadium- lithium battery installed so as to retain the date and time, etc., regardless of the setting of the POWER switch. The vanadium-lithium battery is always charged as long as you are using the camcorder.

  • Page 74: Clock Set

    Resetting the date and time The date and time are set at the factory. Set the time according to the local time in your country. If you do not use the camcorder for about half year, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the vanadium-lithium battery installed in the camcorder will have been discharged.

  • Page 75: Resetting The Date And Time

    Resetting the date and time To correct the date and time setting Repeat steps 2 to 5. The year indicators changes as follows: 1997 1998 ... 2000 ... Note on the time indicator The internal clock of this camcorder operates on a 24-hour cycle.

  • Page 76: Tips For Using The Battery Pack

    Tips for using the battery pack This section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack. Preparing the battery pack Always carry additional batteries Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have planned. Battery life is shorter in a cold environment Battery efficiency is decreased, and the battery...

  • Page 77: Индикатор Оставшегося Заряда Батарейного Блока

    Tips for using the battery pack When to replace the battery pack While you are using your camcorder, the remaining battery indicator on the LCD screen decreases gradually as battery power is used up. The remaining time in minutes also appears. When the remaining battery indicator reaches the lowest point, the i indicator appears and starts flashing on the LCD screen.
  • Page 78 Tips for using the battery pack Battery pack care •Remove the battery pack from the camcorder after using it, and keep it in a cool place. When the battery pack is installed to the camcorder, a small amount of current flows to the camcorder even if the POWER switch is set to OFF.

  • Page 79: Infolithium

    The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption. Sony recommends that you use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack with video equipment having the When you use this battery pack with video...
  • Page 80 Tips for using the battery pack To obtain more accurate remaining battery indication Set the camcorder to recording standby mode and point towards a stationary object. Do not move the camcorder for 30 seconds or more. •If the indication seems incorrect, use up the battery and then recharge it fully (Full charge Note that if you have used the battery in a hot or cold environment for long time, or you have...
  • Page 81 Tips for using the battery pack Notes on charging A brand-new battery pack A brand-new battery pack is not charged. Before using the battery pack, charge it completely. Recharge the battery pack whenever you like You do not have to discharge it before recharging.

  • Page 82: Конденсация Влаги

    Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the 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 the camcorder may not operate correctly.

  • Page 83: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    LCD screen If [a] or [b] happens, clean the video heads with the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied). Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning. (Do not repeat cleaning more than 5 times in one session.)
  • Page 84 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). •Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it checked by Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
  • Page 85 Maintenance information and precautions AC power adaptor Charging •Use only a lithium ion type battery pack. •Place the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration during charging. •The battery pack will get hot during charging. This is normal. Others •Unplug the unit from the mains when not in use for a long time.
  • Page 86 •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer. Информация по уходу за аппаратом и меры предосторожности...

  • Page 87: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Using your camcorder abroad Each country or area has its own electric and TV colour systems. Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC power adaptor within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

  • Page 88: Trouble Check

    English Trouble check If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Camcorder...
  • Page 89 Trouble check Operation Symptom The tape does not move when a tape transport button is pressed. No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape. The new sound added to the recorded tape is not heard. The SteadyShot function does not activate.
  • Page 90 The camcorder is not malfunctioning. m Change locations. • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied). (p. 82) • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied).
  • Page 91 Trouble check Others Symptom While editing using the DV connecting cable, recording picture cannot be monitored. The camcorder becomes warm. The supplied Remote Commander does not work. No function works though the power is The numbers or letters of 5 characters is displayed as a counter.
  • Page 92 The problem is with the AC power adaptor. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer in connection with the product with the problem. * If you use a battery pack which you have just bought or which has been left unused for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash at the first charging.

  • Page 93: Self-Diagnosis Display

    C:21:ππ C:22:ππ C:23:ππ C:31:ππ C:32:ππ E:61:ππ E:62:ππ If you are unable to resolve the problem, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Self-diagnosis display •C:ππ:ππ You can service the camcorder yourself. •E:ππ:ππ Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facility.

  • Page 94: Проверка Неисправностей

    Если у Вас возникла какая-либо проблема при использовании видеокамеры, воспользуйтесь следующей таблицей для отыскания и устранения проблемы. Если трудности все же остаются, то следует отсоединить источник питания и обратиться в сервисный центр Sony или в местное уполномоченное предприятие по обслуживанию изделий Sony. Видеокамера...
  • Page 95 Проверка неисправностей Эксплуатация Возможная неисправность Не работает функция поиска конца. Лента не перемещается при нажатии кнопки перемещения ленты. Нет звука или же слышен только низкий звук при воспроизведении ленты. Новый звук, наложенный на записанное изображение, не слышен. Не работает функция устойчивой съемки.
  • Page 96 Отрегулируйте яркость в системе меню. (стр. 30) • Включена регулировка BACK LIGHT. m Нажмите BACK LIGHT для выключения c. (стр. • Видеокамера не является неисправной. • Вышла из строя встроенная люминисцентная лампа. m Обратитесь в ближайший сервисный центр Sony.
  • Page 97 Проверка неисправностей На экране ЖКД отображается неизвестное изображение. Индикация типа “С:ππ:ππ” появляется на экране ЖКД. Прочее Возможная неисправность Во время монтажа при использовании соединительного шнура DV невозможно контролировать записываемое изображение. Видеокамера становится теплой. Не работает прилагаемый пульт дистанционного управления. Не работают никакие функции, несмотря...
  • Page 98 Имеется неполадка в сетевом адаптере перем. тока. Обратитесь, пожалуйста, в ближайший сервисный центр Sony в связи с имеющейся проблемой. * Если Вы используете батарейный блок, который только что купили, или который был оставлен на длительное время без использования, то лампочка CHARGE может мигать при первой зарядке. Это не...
  • Page 99 Пятизначный дисплей C:21:ππ C:22:ππ C:23:ππ C:31:ππ C:32:ππ E:61:ππ E:62:ππ Если Вы не можете решить проблему, то свяжитесь с Вашим дилеом Sony или местным уполномоченным предприятием Sony. Дисплей самодиагностики • C:ππ:ππ Вы можете выполнить техническое обслуживание видеокамеры самостоятельно. • E:ππ:ππ Свяжитесь с Вашим дилером Sony или...

  • Page 100: Specifications

    DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.8 A in operating mode Battery charge terminal: 8.4 V, 1.4 A in charge mode Application Sony battery pack NP-F530 lithium ion type 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.
  • Page 101 режиме Выход для зарядки батарейного блока: 8,4 В; 1,4 А в режиме зарядки Применение Батарейный блок Sony NP-F530 литиево-ионного типа Рабочая температура От 0° С до 40° С (от 32° F до 104° Температура хранения От –20° С до +60° С (от –4° F до...

  • Page 102: Identifying The Parts

    Identifying the parts 1 START/STOP MODE switch (p. 18) 2 POWER switch (p. 13, 23, 38) 3 START/STOP button (p. 13) 4 Display window for operation buttons [a] When the POWER switch is set to PLAYER π STOP (stop) button (p. 23) 0 (rewind) button (p.
  • Page 103 Identifying the parts !º !¡ !™ !£ !¢ 9 DISPLAY button (p. 24) !º END SEARCH button (p. 26) !¡ LASER LINK button (p. 50) !™ Microphone !£ Remote sensor (p. 107) Aim the Remote Commander here for remote control. !¢...
  • Page 104 Identifying the parts !ª @º @¡ @™ @£ @¢ !ª Hook for shoulder strap (p. 107) @º A/V OUT jack (p. 48, 60) @¡ LANC l control jack l stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The l control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and peripherals connected to it.
  • Page 105 Identifying the parts #º #¡ #º OPEN (BATT) release lever (p. 10) #¡ Grip strap (p. 21) #™ Tripod receptacle (p. 22) Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 6.5mm (9/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage the camcorder.

  • Page 106: Пульт Дистанционного Управления

    Identifying the parts Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorder function identically. 1 PHOTO button (p. 38) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 24) 3 SEARCH MODE button (p. 51, 53, 54) 4 =+ buttons (p.
  • Page 107 Identifying the Parts To prepare the Remote Commander To use the Remote Commander, you must insert two R6 (size AA) batteries. Use the supplied R6 (size AA) batteries. (1) Remove the battery cover from the Remote Commander. (2) Insert both of the R6 (size AA) batteries with correct polarity.

  • Page 108: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    VTR 2. The commander modes (1, 2 and 3) are used to distinguish this camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in commander mode VTR 2, we recommend you change the commander mode or cover the remote sensor of the VCR with black paper.
  • Page 109 Identifying the parts Operation indicators !º 1 Zoom indicator (p. 17) 2 FOCUS LOCK indicator (p. 19) 3 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 44) 4 STEADYSHOT indicator (p. 46) 5 BACK LIGHT indicator (p. 37) 6 FADER indicator (p. 35) 7 16:9 WIDE indicator (p. 42) 8 PICTURE EFFECT indicator (p.
  • Page 110 Identifying the parts !£ Recording mode indicator (p. 14) !¢ Recording standby mode indicator (p. 13)/ Tape transport mode indicator !∞ Time code indicator (p. 15)/ Self-diagnosis display (p. 92) !§ Remaining tape indicator (p. 15) !¶ ZERO SET MEMORY indicator (p. 57)/Photo capture indicator (p.

  • Page 111: Предупреждающие Индикаторы

    Warning indicators If indicators flash or warning messages appear on the LCD screen, check the following: : you can hear the beep sound when BEEP is set to ON in the menu system. !º 1 The battery is weak or dead. Slow flashing: The battery is weak.
  • Page 112 5 seconds. 9 Some other trouble has occurred. Disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized facility. !‚ The battery is not the “InfoLITHIUM” type. !¡ The tape has no cassette memory. (p. 4) Предупреждающие...

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