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Sony MICROMV DCR-IP5 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/IP7/IP7BT
©2001 Sony Corporation
3-069-933-11 (1)
Model No. AC-
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  • Page 1 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. AC- Model No.

  • Page 4: Main Features

    Main Features Taking moving or still images, and playing them back •Recording a picture on a tape (p. 22) •Recording a still image on a tape (p. 41) •Playing back a tape (p. 34) •Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” (p. 122) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) •Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 5 Main Features Functions to give an effect to your recordings •Digital zoom (p. 105) The default setting is set to OFF. (To zoom greater than 10×, set up the D ZOOM item in the menu settings.) •Fader (p. 45) •Picture effect (p. 48) •Digital effect (p.

  • Page 6: Introduction - Basic Operations

    Introduction – Basic operations This section describes the basic control ways to operate the camcorder. How to turn on the power and select the mode To supply the power for the camcorder, see “Step 1 Preparing the power supply” on page 18.
  • Page 7 Introduction – Basic operations How to use the control button Most of the operations are carried out by the control button. Select a button displayed on the screen using the control button, then press the center z on the control button. (1) Press v/V/b/B on the control button repeatedly to select the desired button displayed on the screen.
  • 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. 1–3 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/ PLAY*, m *, BX *, M PAGE2...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Main Features .......... 4 Searching the scene – Multi-picture Introduction – Basic operations .... 6 search ..........71 Table of contents ........10 Searching the boundaries of recorded Quick Start Guide ......... 12 tape by title – Title search ..... 75 Searching a recording by date Getting started –...
  • Page 11 Table of contents Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK ......154 Connecting with a computer Viewing images recorded on a tape using your computer ....155 Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer ........156 Network operation Accessing to the network ....

  • Page 12: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide This guide introduces you to the basic way of recording/ playback. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 12). Open the jack cover.
  • Page 13 Recording a picture (p. 22) Remove the lens cap. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. The CAMERA lamp lights Press OPEN to open the POWER LCD panel. CAMERA MEMORY/ (CHG) NETWORK Viewfinder MODE When the LCD panel is closed, pull out the Press START/STOP.

  • Page 15: Using This Manual

    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.
  • Page 17 Checking supplied accessories 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) qa CD-ROM (Movie Shaker Ver. 3. for MICROMV) (1) (p. XX) (p. 188) 2 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), the qs Battery terminal cover (1) (p. 12) power cord (1) (p. 13) qd BTA-NW1 Modem Adaptor with 3 NP-FF50 battery pack (1) (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 171 for details of 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 Step 1 Preparing the power supply While charging the battery pack, 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 will use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor.
  • Page 22 •The DC IN jack has “source priority.” This means that the battery pack cannot supply its power when the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use a Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional).

  • 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-IP7/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 released (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 When using the camcorder abroad or the area where is several time difference with your area •You can set up the clock temporarily. For details, see “Simple setting of clock by time difference” on page 179. •For details on the available area of the network function, see “Using your camcorder abroad”...

  • Page 26: 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. 12 to 16). (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.
  • Page 27 Step 3 Inserting a cassette Note on the label These may cause a malfunction of the camcorder. Therefore, be sure not to: •Stick any labels than the supplied one. •Stick the label onto any positions other than the labeling position [a].

  • Page 28: 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 29 Recording a picture Note Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. To enable smooth transition Transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene is smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette even if you turn off your camcorder. However, check the following: –...
  • Page 30 Recording a picture Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off. When you adjust the angle of the LCD panel Make sure if the LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees. Shooting with the mirror mode This feature allows the camera subject to view him-or herself on the LCD screen.
  • Page 31 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-IP7/IP7BT only), playback, or playback pause mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.
  • Page 32 Recording a picture The color of the LCD screen You can adjust it using the LCD COLOR item in the menu settings (p. XX). Even if you adjust LCD BRT, LCD COLOR, or the LCD screen backlight The recorded picture will not be affected. The setting of the LCD BACKLIGHT switch Normally, set it to ON.
  • Page 33 Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Push up or down ZOOM 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 34 Recording a picture Notes on digital zoom •Digital zoom is up to 20× or 120×. •The picture quality deteriorates as you push down ZOOM toward the “T” side. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) You cannot use the digital zoom. The indicators displayed in recording mode The indicators are not recorded on the tape.

  • Page 35: 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 through the FN screen for this operation (p.

  • Page 36: Self-Timer Recording

    Recording a picture Self-timer recording Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. 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 37: 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 38: 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 the recorded tape.
  • Page 39 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 40 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. DISPLAY 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 41 Playing back a tape To clear the data code display (1) Select OFF, then press the center z on the control button in step 4. (2) Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. The data code disappears from the screen.
  • Page 42 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 43 Playing back a tape To search 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 played back. The camcorder plays back the last 5 seconds of the recorded section, then stops the playback.

  • Page 44: Viewing The Recording On The Tv Screen - Using The A/V Connecting Cable

    Viewing the recording on the TV screen – using the A/V connecting cable 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 45 Viewing the recording on the TV screen – using the A/V connecting cable 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 46: Viewing The Recording On The Tv - Using The I.link Cable

    Viewing the recording on the TV – using the i.LINK cable The i.LINK (MICROMV) jack is equipped with the camcorder. Using the supplied i.LINK cable, you can view a recorded picture on the TV connected with the camcorder. The available TVs that can be connected using the i.LINK cable are as follows: KD- 28HD750, KD-32HD750, KD-36HD750, etc.

  • 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 a 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 the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The picture during playing back on a normal TV [b] or a wide -screen TV [c] are compressed in the widthwise direction.
  • Page 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 STBY 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.
  • 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 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 the NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : The picture is sepia. B&W : The picture is monochrome (black-and-white).
  • 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-IP7/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-IP7/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-IP7/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 Set WHT BAL to AUTO in the menu settings (p. 105). If the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lighting We recommend that you use the n indoor mode. When you record under fluorescent lighting Use the automatic white balance or hold 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 the bright subject and 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 The Scene - Multi-Picture Search

    Searching the scene – Multi-picture search Using the multi-picture search function, you can display the thumbnails of all the top 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 the image or scene and play it back automatically.
  • Page 72 Searching the 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 the image or scene and play 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 the scene – Multi-picture search When controlling from the Remote Commander You can use the MULTI SRCH and X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons. X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. MULTI SRCH The control button If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The multi-picture search function may not work correctly.
  • Page 74 Searching the scene – Multi-picture search Notes • Thumbnails may not be displayed depending on the tape condition. This is not a malfunction. • Noise may appear on the thumbnails. However, this have no effect on the recorded images. When you select < or ,, then press the center z on the control button during scanning The next 11 thumbnails will be scanned.

  • 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 When controlling from the Remote Commander STOP SEARCH MODE X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. The control button If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The title search function may not work correctly.

  • 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 When controlling from the Remote Commander STOP SEARCH MODE X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. The control button If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The date search function may not work correctly.

  • 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 When controlling from the Remote Commander STOP SEARCH MODE X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. The control button If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The photo search function may not work correctly.

  • 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, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, mini DV, DV, or MICROMV If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow 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 a 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 172 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 the S video plug and the video plug.
  • Page 85 Recording a program 2 Making a recording Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings (The default setting is LCD.) (p. XX). (1) Insert a blank tape (or the tape you want to record over) into your camcorder and insert the recorded tape into the VCR.
  • Page 86 Recording a program When you have finished dubbing a 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 products. 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 a tape Select , then press the center z on the control button and stop the playback of the player. Notes •When an unavailable picture (such as, recorded with the DV format) is input, the message “INPUT ERROR”...

  • Page 89: Superimposing A Title

    Superimposing a title You can superimpose the title for 5 seconds from the recording start point (Index titler function). 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.
  • 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. The ?? screen appears.
  • 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 13 characters or more in LARGE size. If you input more than 12 characters, the title size returns to SMALL even you select LARGE.
  • Page 92 Superimposing a title Superimposing a title on the 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 the custom title If you want to use the custom title, select in step 6 (p. 84). Notes •Thumbnails may not be displayed depending on the tape condition. This is not a malfunction. •Noise may appear on the thumbnails. However, this have no effect on the recorded images.
  • Page 94 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 recording conditions and date. You can also label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 16 characters and is stored in the 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

    — 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-IP7/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 , then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.
  • Page 104 Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch STEADYSHOT z ON To compensate for camera-shake. CAMERA To cancel the SteadyShot function. Natural pictures are produced when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. VIDEOINPUT z VIDEO To use the video plug of the A/V connecting cable when recording from a player.
  • Page 105 Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode Meaning switch * MOVIE SET MOVIEMODE z SUPER FINE To record moving pictures in the super fine MEMORY image quality. FINE To record moving pictures in the fine image quality. STANDARD To record moving pictures in the standard image quality.
  • Page 106 Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Mode switch Meaning TITLEERASE —— To erase the superimposed title (p. 102). CAMERA TITLE DSPL z ON To display the superimposed title. To not display the title. TAPE TITLE —— To label a cassette (p. 103) CAMERA ERASE ALL ——...
  • Page 107 Changing the menu settings POWER Icon/item Meaning switch Mode DATA CODE* To display date, time and various settings MEMORY z DATE/CAM during playback. To display date and time during playback. DATE AREA SET To set your area, now using the camcorder, CAMERA ——...

  • Page 108: Memory Stick" Operations

    — “Memory Stick” Operations — Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction – DCR-IP7/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 the image recorded on the tape using the “Memory Stick.”...
  • Page 109 Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. •Macintosh and Mac OS, QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. •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.
  • 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. Access lamp “Memory Stick” slot Ejecting the “Memory Stick” Slide the MEMORY EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow.
  • 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 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction To return to the FN screen Select RETURN, , then press the center z on the control button after step 7. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. Image quality settings Setting Meaning...
  • 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 Frame Indicator Setting Transmission Meaning rate (during rate (image playback) and audio) Records 352 × 240 moving 30 fps SUPER FINE 1200 Kbps (Indicator: SFN) pictures. Records 352 × 240 moving FINE 30 fps 750 Kbps...
  • Page 117 Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction Approximate time of moving pictures you can record on a “Memory Stick” The table below indicates the recordable time when using the “Memory Stick” formatted with this camcorder. Quality “Memory Stick” 128 MB* 64 MB* 32 MB* 16 MB* 8 MB*...

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

    Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” – Memory Photo recording – DCR-IP7/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 function – 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. To check the image to be recorded You can check the image by pressing PHOTO on the camcorder lightly, then press it deeper to start the self-timer recording.

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

    Recording an image from a tape as a still image – DCR-IP7/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 the tape You cannot record the audio from the tape. Titles which have already been recorded on tapes You cannot record the titles on “Memory Stick”s.
  • 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 "Memory Stick"S - Mpeg Movie Recording

    Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – MPEG movie recording – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can record moving pictures with sound on “Memory Stick”s. Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. (2) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up.
  • Page 127 Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – 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 function – Fader –...

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

    Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture – DCR-IP7/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. As well 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 S VIDEO VIDEO : 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 of it 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 The “ ” flashes in the following instances. If this happens, eject and insert “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-IP7/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 for recording into your camcorder. •Insert the “Memory Stick” recorded with still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button.
  • Page 134 Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on a moving picture – MEMORY MIX Items to adjust M. CHROM The color (blue) scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture M.

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

    Copying still images from a tape – Photo save – DCR-IP7/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 the recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape. •Insert the “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 of 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-IP7/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-IP7/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 a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert the “Memory Stick”...
  • 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 1 / 2 0 MO V 1 0 0 0 1 MO V 1 0 0 0 1 MEMOR Y P L A Y MEMOR Y P L A Y...
  • Page 142 Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback Data directory number/File number Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures 1 / 2 0 MO V 0 0 0 0 1 0 : 0 1 MPEG SCRN SIZE Protect indicator...

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

    Dubbing images recorded on the “Memory Stick” onto the tape You can dub a still image or title recorded on a “Memory Stick” to a tape. You can also use the Remote Commander. Before operation •Insert the tape to be recorded into your camcorder. •Insert the “Memory Stick”...
  • 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 "Memory Stick"S - Memory Pb Zoom

    Enlarging still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s – Memory PB ZOOM – DCR-IP7/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 “Memory Stick”s – Memory PB ZOOM Note You cannot record the images on the “Memory Stick,” which are enlarged by the Memory PB ZOOM function. Record the images on the VCR using your camcorder as a player.

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

    Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW – DCR-IP7/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” 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-IP7/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 PB, then press the center z on the control button.

  • Page 150: Deleting Images

    Deleting images – DCR-IP7/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 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-IP7/IP7BT only You can specify the recorded still image to print out by putting marks. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out.

  • Page 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 the images edited with the computer on the tape. To view images on your computer, the optional application software MovieShaker Ver.3.1 for MICROMV is required.

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

    Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can view data recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer. Note Data recorded on the “Memory Stick” is stored in the following formats. Make sure that applications that support these file formats are installed on your computer.
  • Page 157 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 application software for viewing images on a CD-ROM which is supplied with your camcorder. Do not connect the USB cable to your computer before installation of the USB driver is completed.
  • 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

    — Network operation — Accessing to the network – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can access the Internet using a Bluetooth device that complies to the camcorder. Once the access is made, you can make your album on the Web, view a Web page, or send/receive your e-mail, etc.
  • Page 163 Accessing to 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 166.
  • Page 165 Types of trouble and their solutions Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The picture appears too bright, • The backlight function is active. c Set it off (p. 29). and the subject does not appear on the screen. • BEEP is set to OFF in the menu settings. The click of the shutter does not sound.
  • Page 166 Types of trouble and their solutions In the recording and playback modes Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The temperature of the environment is too low. The battery pack is quickly • The battery pack is not fully charged. discharged. c Charge the battery pack fully again (p.
  • Page 167 Types of trouble and their solutions When operating using the “Memory Stick” – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The “Memory Stick” does not • The POWER switch is not set to MEMORY. function. c Set it to MEMORY (p. 122). •...
  • Page 168 Types of trouble and their solutions When operating using the “Memory Stick” – DCR-IP7/IP7BT only Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions The photo save function does not • The write-protect switch on the “Memory Stick” is set to work. LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 112). You cannot play back images in •...
  • Page 169 CHG lamp flashes. c Install it properly (p. 12). • Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The melody or beep sounds for 5 • Moisture condensation has occurred.

  • Page 170: Self-Diagnosis Display

    Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code. (example: E:61:10) 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.

  • 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 C:21:00 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file (DCR- Q Warning indicator as to tape IP7/IP7BT only) Slow flashing: •The tape is near the end.
  • Page 172 Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 17). • FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 15). BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE The video heads are dirty (p. 176). • COPY INHIBIT You tried to record a picture that has a copyright control signal (p.

  • Page 173: Additional Information

    — Additional Information — Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use the MICROMV cassette only. You cannot use any other 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, VHSC, S-VHS, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, DV, or mini DV cassette. All of the MICROMV cassettes has cassette memory. This is the MICROMV mark.

  • 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 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 up on your camcorder.

  • Page 176: About I.link

    About the Name “i.LINK” i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is a trademark approved by many corporations.
  • Page 177 For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment having i.LINK (MICROMV) jacks, see page 76. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK compatible equipment made by SONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment.

  • Page 179: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Using your camcorder abroad Simple setting of clock by time difference You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference. Set up the AREA and DLS items in the menu settings. 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 31 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 13 14 16 17 18 Area Time-zone...

  • Page 180: 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 181 CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another or 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 183 •If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens. •Keep the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) when you are not using your camcorder.
  • Page 184 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 185 •If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. •If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer.

  • Page 186: Specifications

    DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in the Approx. 10 m (32.8 feet) (Open 3.0 mm (1/6 type) CCD operating mode space, when using a Sony BTA- (Charge Coupled Device) Battery charge terminal: NW1 Modem Adaptor with Approx. 680 000 pixels 4.2 V, 1.5 A in charge mode...
  • Page 187 Specifications Battery pack NP-FF50 Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity X.X Wh (XXX mAh) Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Dimensions (approx.) XX.X × XX.X × XX.X mm (X X/XX × XX/XX × X X/X in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) XX g (X.X oz)

  • Page 188: Quick Reference

    0 Cassette lid (p. 19) (p. 26) 5 OPEN/ZEJECT lever (p. 19) 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 189 Identifying the parts and controls qa DISPLAY button (p. 36) qh BACK LIGHT button (p. 29) qs Control button (v/V/b/B/z) (p. XX) qj Built-in Microphone (p. 22) qd CAMERA lamp qk Viewfinder (p. 26) qf MEMORY/NETWORK lamp (p. XX) ql Eyecup (p. 26) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) qg VCR lamp (p.
  • Page 190 Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce a fine image. The lens for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. It adopts the MTF* measurement system for video camera and offers a quality as the Carl Zeiss lens.
  • Page 191 Identifying the parts and controls es MEMORY EJECT lever (p. 114) ej Battery/Battery terminal cover (p. 12) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) ek Jack cover ed Access lamp (p. 114) el VBATT (battery) release lever (p. 12) ef “Memory Stick” slot (p. 114) r;...
  • Page 192 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. 41, 122) 6 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to 2 DISPLAY button (p.
  • Page 193 •Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the Commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper.
  • Page 194 Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and viewfinder 1 2 0 min S T B Y 0 : 1 2 : 3 4 – 1 2 min S T I L L 1 6 : 9 W I D E N E G .

  • Page 195: Index

    Index A, B I, J, K, L AC power adaptor ....13 i.LINK ........172 Recording time ......14 Adjusting viewfinder ..... 26 Image protection ....155 Rec Review ......33 Audio dubbing ......94 Image quality mode ..... 117 Remaining battery time AUDIO MIX ......
  • Page 196 3 0 6 9 9 3 3 1 1 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan...

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