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Хорошее руководство по эксплуатации

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Содержание руководства

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    3-069-933- 12 (1) ©2001 Sony Corporation 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 dea[...]

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    2 For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY. LITHIUM ION BATTERY. DISPOSE OF PROPERLY. You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. Note: In some areas the disposal[...]

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    3 For the Customers in the U.S.A. I f you have any questions about this product, you may call : Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR- IP5, DCR-IP7 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: [...]

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    4 Main Featur es Taking moving or still images, and playing them back • Recording a picture on a tape (p. 29) • Recording a still image on a tape (p. 47) • Playing back a tape (p. 39) • Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” (p. 118) (DCR-IP7BT only) • Recording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick” (p. 126) (DCR-IP7BT only) ?[...]

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    Getting started 5 Functions to give an effect to your recordings • Digital zoom (p. 102) The default setting is set to OFF . (To zoom greater than 10 × , set up the D ZOOM item in the menu settings.) • Fader (p. 51) • Picture effect (p. 54) • Digital effect (p. 56) • Title (p. 89, 95) • MEMORY MIX (p. 132) (DCR-IP7BT only) Functions to[...]

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    6 This section describes the basic operations used to control and ways to operate the camcorder. How to turn on the power and select the mode To supply power for the camcorder, see “Step 1 Preparing the power supply” on page 18. ( 1 ) Slide the POWER switch down while pressing the small green button, then release your finger. The camcorder is t[...]

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    Getting started 7 12 How to use the control button Most of the operations are carried out using the control button. Select a button displayed on the screen using the control button, then press the center z on the control button. ( 1 ) Press v / V / b / B on the control button repeatedly to select the desired button displayed on the screen. The sele[...]

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    8 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 ) Select FN with v / V / b / B on the control button, then press the center z . The FN screen appears. ( 2 ) To change the page, select PAGE1, PAGE2, or PAGE3 with v / V / b / B on the control button, then press the center z . T[...]

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    Getting started 9 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 / PB*, m , BX *, M * PAGE2 LCD BRT, DIG EFFT, END SCH, x / PB*, m *, BX *, M * PAGE3 DATA CODE, C[...]

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    10 T able of contents Main Features .......................................... 4 Introduction – Basic operations ............ 6 Quick Start Guide ................................. 12 Getting started Using this manual ................................. 14 Checking supplied accessories ............ 16 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 18 Install[...]

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    Getting started 11 Table of contents Connecting with a computer Viewing images recorded on a tape using your computer ................... 155 Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” using your computer – DCR-IP7BT only ...... 156 Network operation – DCR-IP7BT only Accessing the network ....................... 162 Troubleshooting Types o[...]

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    Quick Start Guide 12[...]

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    Quick Start Guide 13 Recording a picture (p. 29) Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p. 39) Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, pull out the viewfinder until it clicks and use it to monitor your recording. 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. NOTE Do not pick up your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the[...]

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    14 — Getting started — Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder (The DCR-IP7BT is marked as “DCR-IP7” on the bottom of the unit). The DCR-IP7BT is the[...]

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    Getting started 15 Using this manual [ a ][ b ] [ c ][ d ][...]

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    16 7 1 5 3 4 6 89 q; qa 2 Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. qs qd qf qg qh qj or RMT-817 RMT-818[...]

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    Getting started 17 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 192) RMT-817: DCR-IP7BT RMT-818: DCR-IP5 2 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), the power cord (1) (p. 19) 3 NP-FF50 battery pack (1) (p. 18, 19) 4 Size AA (R6) batteries for the Remote Commander (2) (p. 192) 5 USB cable* (1) (p. 157) 6 “Memory Stick”* (1) (p. 108) 7 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 4[...]

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    18 Step 1 Pr eparing 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 V BATT (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 dir[...]

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    19 Getting started Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the “ InfoLITHIUM ” battery pack (F series). See page 174 for details on the “ InfoLITHIUM ” battery pack. ( 1 ) Open the jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC[...]

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    20 While the battery pack is being charged, the CHG lamp flashes in the following cases: – The battery pack is not installed correctly. – Something is wrong with the battery pack. When you use the AC power adaptor Place the AC power adaptor near the wall outlet. If any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as s[...]

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    21 Getting started If the power runs out quickly even though sufficient remaining battery time is indicated Fully charge the battery pack so that the correct battery remaining time will be indicated. Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 to 30 ° C (50 to 86 ° F). What is ?[...]

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    22 Notes • The AC power adaptor cannot supply power if the battery pack is attached to your camcorder. • The DC IN jack has “ source priority. ” This means that the battery pack cannot supply power when the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. A car battery You cannot use car[...]

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    23 Getting started Step 2 Setting the date and time Be sure to set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. “ CLOCK SET ” will be displayed each time you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) unless you set the date and time. If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the date and time sett[...]

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    24 ( 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. ( 8 ) Select the year, then press the center z on the control b[...]

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    25 Getting started Note Instead of DST SET, SUMMERTIME is displayed on the screen for some models. If you do not set the date and time “– – – – – – – – –” and “– – : – – : – –” are recorded on the tape or the “ Memory Stick ” (DCR-IP7BT only) as the data code. Note on the time indicator The internal clock o[...]

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    26 Area Time-zone Area setting code differences 1 GMT Lisbon, London 2 GMT+01:00 Berlin, Paris 3 GMT+02:00 Helsinki, Cairo 4 GMT+03:00 Moscow, Nairobi 5 GMT+03:30 Tehran 6 GMT+04:00 Abu Dhabi, Baku 7 GMT+04:30 Kabul 8 GMT+05:00 Karachi, Islamabad 9 GMT+05:30 Calcutta, New Delhi 10 GMT+06:00 Almaty, Dhaka 11 GMT+06:30 Rangoon 12 GMT+07:00 Bangkok, J[...]

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    27 Getting started Step 3 Inserting a cassette ( 1 ) Install the battery pack, or connect the AC power adaptor for the power supply (p. 18 to 22). ( 2 ) Slide OPEN/ Z EJECT 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 [...]

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    28 Note on the label Labels may cause a malfunction of the camcorder. Therefore, be sure not to: • Stick on any labels than the one supplied. • Stick the label onto any part of the cassette other than the label position [ a ] . Step 3 Inserting a cassette [a][...]

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    29 Recording – Basics 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. 18). ( 3 ) Insert a cassette. See “ Step 3 Inserting a cassette ” for more information (p. 27). ( 4 ) Press[...]

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    30 180 ° 90 ° OPEN Note Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. To enable unbroken transition Transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene is unbroken as long as you do not eject the cassette, even if you turn off your camcorder. However, check the following: – When you change the battery pack, set the POWER [...]

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    31 Recording – Basics Recording a picture Note When you use the LCD screen (except in the mirror mode), the viewfinder automatically turns off. When you adjust the angle of the LCD panel Make sure the LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees. Shooting with the mirror mode This feature allows the camera subject to view himself-or herself on the LCD sc[...]

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    32 Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen When recording in bright conditions, set the LCD BACKLIGHT switch to OFF. ( 1 ) In CAMERA, MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only), playback, or playback pause mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. ( 2 ) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The[...]

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    33 Recording – Basics Recording a picture The color of the LCD screen You can adjust it using the LCD COLOR item in the menu settings (p. 102). Even if you adjust the screen using LCD BRT, LCD COLOR, or the LCD screen backlight The recorded picture will not be affected. The setting of the LCD BACKLIGHT switch Normally, set it to ON. When you use [...]

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    34 Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Push ZOOM up or down slightly for a slower zoom. Push it firmly for a faster zoom. Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings. “ T ” side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) “ W ” side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) To use a zoom greater than 10 ×[...]

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    35 Recording – Basics Notes on digital zoom • Digital zoom allows you to set values up to 20 × or 120 × . • The picture quality deteriorates as you push ZOOM down toward the “ T ” side. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) You cannot use the digital zoom. The indicators displayed in recording mode The indicators are n[...]

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

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    37 Recording – Basics Self-timer recording Recording with the self-timer starts automatically in 10 seconds. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. ( 1 ) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. ( 2 ) Select SELF TIMER, then press the center z on the control button. Th[...]

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    38 Checking the r ecording – 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. ( 3 ) Select END SCH, then press the center z on the contr[...]

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    39 Playback – Basics You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. ( 1 ) Install the power source and insert a recorded tape. ( 2 ) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. ([...]

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    40 Playing back a tape To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To stop playback Select , then press the center z on the control button. When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out. If you leave the power on for [...]

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    41 Playback – Basics DATACODE CAM DATA DATE DATA OFF OK To display the screen indicators – Display function Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or on the Remote Commander. The indicators being displayed disappear from the screen. To display the indicators, press DISPLAY again. Using the data code function Your camcorder automatically records not on[...]

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    42 Playing back a tape Date/time Various settings 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. When using the Remote Commander Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander in playback or[...]

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    43 Playback – Basics 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 remainin[...]

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    44 Playing back a tape To search for the last scene recorded (END SEARCH) Select END SCH on the PAGE2 screen through the FN screen, then press the center z on the control button when the tape is not being played back. The camcorder plays back the last 5 seconds of the recorded section, then stops the playback. Video control buttons of the camcorder[...]

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    45 Playback – Basics S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO IN Yellow Red White : Signal flow V iewing the r ecording on the TV scr een 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 pic[...]

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    46 Viewing the recording on the TV screen If your TV has an S video jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video plug to the S video jack on the TV or VCR. This connection produces higher quality M[...]

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    47 Advanced Recording Operations — Advanced Recording Operations — Recording a still image on a tape – T ape Photo r ecording You can record a still image onto a tape. This mode is useful when you want to print an image using a video printer (optional). You can record about 510 images on a 60-minute cassette. Besides the operation described h[...]

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    48 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. ( 2 ) Select SELF TIMER, then press the center z on the control button. The (self- timer) indicator appe[...]

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    49 Advanced Recording Operations Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [ a ]. The pictures viewed during playing back on a normal TV [ b ] or a wide -screen TV [ c ] are compressed in the widthwise direction. If you set [...]

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    50 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: – Old movie – Bounce During recording You cannot select or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wi[...]

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    51 Advanced Recording Operations [a] REC STBY REC STBY [b] You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. 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. 1) You can use the bounce function when D ZOOM is set [...]

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    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. ( 2 ) Select FADER, then press the center z on the control button. The[...]

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    53 Advanced Recording Operations While using the bounce mode, you cannot use the following functions: – Exposure – Focus – Zoom – Picture effect Note on the bounce mode You cannot select the bounce mode in the following mode or when using these functions: – D ZOOM is set to 20 × or 120 × in the menu settings – Wide mode – Picture ef[...]

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    54 Using special effects – Pictur e effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on TV. NEG. ART [ a ] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA : The picture is sepia. B&W : The picture is monochrome (black-and-white). SOLARIZE [ b ] : The light intensity is clearer, and the pic[...]

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    55 Advanced Recording Operations 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. While using the picture effect function[...]

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    56 STILL LUMI. Still image Moving picture Still image Moving picture Using special effects – Digital ef fect 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 st[...]

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    57 Advanced Recording Operations 3 – 5 LUMI. – + OK OFF DIG EFFT DIG EFFT DIG EFFT STILL SLOW SHTR OLD MOVIE OFF OK LUMI. FLASH TRAIL 1 FN 2 6 PAGE3 Using special effects – Digital effect This bar appears when the STILL, FLASH, LUMI., or TRAIL mode is selected. ( 1 ) In CAMERA mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. Th[...]

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    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. Notes • The foll[...]

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    59 Advanced Recording Operations 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[...]

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    60 Using the PROGRAM AE function ( 1 ) In standby or MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. ( 2 ) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears. ( 3 ) Select PROGRAM AE via , then press the center z or B on the control button. ( 4 ) Select a de[...]

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    61 Advanced Recording Operations Using the PROGRAM AE function • The following functions do not work in PROGRAM AE mode: – Slow shutter – Old movie – Bounce • The digital effect function does not work in low lux mode: • While shooting in MEMORY mode, the low lux mode does not work. (The indicator flashes.) (DCR-IP7BT only) • The Stead[...]

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    62 Adjusting the white balance manually You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural color balance. Normally white balance is automatically adjusted. ( 1 ) In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 scree[...]

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    63 Advanced Recording Operations Adjusting the white balance manually To return to the automatic white balance mode Select AUTO, then press the z center on the control button in step 4. If the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lighting We recommend that you use the n indoor mode. When you record under fluorescent lighting Use the automat[...]

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    64 Adjusting the exposur e manually You can adjust and set the exposure. Normally exposure is automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: – To make a fine exposure adjustment – To shoot a bright subject with a dark background – To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully ( 1 ) In CAMERA or MEMORY (D[...]

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    65 Advanced Recording Operations 1 2 – 4 FN FOCUS MANU – AL INFI – NITY AUTO AUTO OK MANU – AL OK FOCUS INFI – NITY FOCUS[...]

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    66 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. The 9 , or indicator is turned off, and the camcorder r[...]

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    67 Advanced Playback Operations — Advanced Playback Operations — Playing back a tape with pictur e 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. The PAGE1 screen appears[...]

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    68 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. Playing back a tape with picture effects[...]

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    69 Advanced Playback Operations Playing back a tape with digital ef fects 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. The PAGE1 screen appears. ( 2 ) Select PAGE2, then press the center [...]

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    70 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 ” (DCR-IP7BT only) (p. 123, 128), or on a VCR using your camcorder [...]

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    71 Advanced Playback Operations Sear ching for a scene – Multi-picture sear ch Using the multi-picture search function, you can display thumbnails of all the beginning scenes of moving pictures and still images recorded in the tape onto the index screen. The recording date and title of each image or scene are also indicated. Select the thumbnail [...]

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    72 ( 5 ) Select the thumbnail you want to play back, then press the center z on the control button. The camcorder starts searching for the image or scene and plays it back automatically. The blue portion of the bar indicates the scanning range and the white portion of the bar indicates the recorded portion. [ c ] The actual point you are trying to [...]

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    73 Advanced Playback Operations When controlling the camcorder from the Remote Commander You can use the MULTI SRCH and X / x / C / c /EXECUTE buttons. If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The multi-picture search function may not work correctly. The number of thumbnails stored in one cassette About 400 thumbnails can be stored[...]

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    74 Notes • Thumbnails may not be displayed depending on the condition of the tape. This is not a malfunction. • Noise may appear on the thumbnails. However, this has no effect on the recorded images. When you select < or , , then press the center z on the control button during scanning The next 11 thumbnails will be scanned. Even if the firs[...]

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    75 Advanced Playback Operations Sear ching the boundaries of recor ded tape by title – Title sear ch 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 a[...]

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    76 To stop searching Press STOP on the Remote Commander. If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The title search function may not work correctly. To superimpose a title See page 89. Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title – Title search[...]

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    77 Advanced Playback Operations Sear ching a recor ding 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. [...]

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    78 To stop searching Press STOP on the Remote Commander. If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The date search function may not work correctly. Micro Cassette Memory The Micro Cassette Memory can hold 20 recording date data. Searching a recording by date – Date search[...]

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    79 Advanced Playback Operations Sear ching 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[...]

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    80 Searching for a photo – Photo search To stop searching Press STOP on the Remote Commander. If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The photo search function may not work correctly. The number of photos that can be searched for The available number is up to approximate 400 photos. However, if a moving picture is recorded, the [...]

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    81 Editing VIDEO AUDIO IN S VIDEO – Using the A/V connecting cable You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder as a player. Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. The supplied A/V connecting cable is equipped with an S video plug and a video plug. Use eith[...]

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    82 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[...]

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    83 Editing When you have finished dubbing the tape Stop the recording on the recorder, and stop the playback on the camcorder. You can connect only one recorder using the i.LINK cable See page 176 for more information about i.LINK. The following functions do not work during digital editing: – Picture effect – Digital effect Note on playback pau[...]

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    84 4,5 2 6 FN 3 MENU 1 VCR SET VIDEOINPUT RETURN VIDEO VCR SET VIDEOINPUT RETURN VIDEO S VIDEO MEMORY/ NETWORK VCR CAMERA (CHG) POWER OFF ON MODE Recor ding 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 [...]

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    85 Editing 2 Making a recording Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings (The default setting is LCD.) (p. 102). ( 1 ) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder and insert a recorded tape into the VCR. ( 2 ) Set the POWER switch to VCR. ( 3 ) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button.[...]

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    86 Recording a program When you have finished dubbing the tape Select , then press the center z on the control button on your camcorder and stop the playback of the VCR. If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or red plug to the audio output jack on the VCR. When the [...]

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    87 Editing 4,5 3 FN PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT DATA CODE COUNT RESET REC CTRL REC PAUSE REC CTRL RET. REC START Recording a program When using the i.LINK cable Simply connect the supplied i.LINK cable to the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack of your camcorder and to the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack of the MICROMV product. With digital- to-digital connection, video and au[...]

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    88 Recording a program When you have finished dubbing the tape Select , then press the center z on the control button and stop the playback of the player. Notes • When an incompatible picture (such as one recorded with the DV format) is input, the message “ INPUT ERROR ” appears. • You can connect only one recorder using the i.LINK cable. W[...]

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    89 Editing Superimposing a title You can superimpose a title for 5 seconds from the recording start point. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for about 5 seconds from the point where you superimposed it. You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 95). You can also select the color, size and position of titl[...]

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    90 Superimposing a title ( 6 ) If necessary, change the color, size, or position by selecting COLOR, SIZE, POS r or POS R , then press the center z on the control button repeatedly. ( 7 ) Select TITLE OK, then press the center z on the control button. ( 8 ) Select SAVE TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The “ TITLE ” indicato[...]

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    91 Editing Superimposing a title Title setting • The title color changes as follows: WHITE t YELLOW t VIOLET t RED t CYAN t GREEN t BLUE • The title size changes as follows: SMALL y LARGE You cannot input more than 12 characters in LARGE size. If you input more than 12 characters, the title size returns to SMALL even if you select LARGE. • If[...]

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    92 Superimposing a title on a recorded tape The title is recorded for about 5 seconds from the recording start point. ([...]

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    93 Editing Superimposing a title To use a custom title If you want to use a custom title, select in step 6 (p. 95). Notes • Thumbnails may not be displayed depending on the condition of the tape. This is not a malfunction. • Noise may appear on the thumbnails. However, this has no effect on the recorded images. • You cannot execute TITLE SAVE[...]

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    94 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. ( 4 ) Select TITLEERASE via , then press the center z or B on the control button. The TITLE ERASE screen appears[...]

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    95 Editing 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. The PAGE1 screen appears. ( 3 ) Select PAGE2, then press the cent[...]

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    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 pres[...]

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    97 Editing 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. ( 4 ) Select TITLE SET, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE SET screen ap[...]

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    98 The MICROMV cassette automatically records the recording settings and date. You can also label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 16 characters and is stored in the Micro Cassette Memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR, the label is displayed for about 5 seconds. The cassette information [ [...]

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    99 Editing 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. The menu appears. ( 5 ) Select TAPE TITLE via , then press the center z o[...]

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    100 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. The last character is erased. To change the label you h[...]

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    101 Editing 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. The PAGE1 screen appears. ( 3 ) Select MENU, then[...]

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    102 — Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the control button. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item, and then the mode. ( 1 ) In standby, MEMORY (DCR-IP7BT only) or VCR mode, select FN, then press [...]

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    Customizing Your Camcorder 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. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. Menu items are displayed as the [...]

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    104 Icon/item STEADYSHOT VIDEOINPUT LCD COLOR VF B.L. * STILL SET PIC MODE QUALITY Meaning To compensate for camera-shake. To cancel the SteadyShot function. Natural pictures are produced when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. To use the video plug of the A/V connecting cable when recording from a player. To use the S video plug of the A/[...]

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    Customizing Your Camcorder 105 Changing the menu settings Icon/item * MOVIE SET MOVIEMODE SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT PHOTO SAVE Mode z SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD LIGHTMODE —— —— z RETURN OK —— Meaning To record moving pictures with super fine image quality. To record moving pictures with fine image quality. To record moving pictures wit[...]

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    106 Changing the menu settings Icon/item TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL TAPE TITLE ERASE ALL q INFODSPL q REMAIN CLOCK SET LTR SIZE DEMO MODE Mode —— z ON OFF —— —— z ON OFF z AUTO ON —— z NORMAL 2 × z ON OFF Meaning To erase a superimposed title (p. 94). To display a superimposed title. To not display the title. To label a cassette (p. 99)[...]

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    Customizing Your Camcorder 107 Changing the menu settings Icon/item DATA CODE* AREA SET DST SET BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP Mode z DATE/CAM DATE —— z OFF ON z MELODY NORMAL OFF z ON OFF z LCD V-OUT/LCD z ON OFF Meaning To display date, time and various settings during playback. To display date and time during playback. To set your area temp[...]

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    108 – DCR-IP7BT only You can record an image onto the “ Memory Stick ” and easily play it back on your camcorder. The following functions are also available using the “ Memory Stick. ” • To capture an image recorded on the tape using the “ Memory Stick. ” • To duplicate a still image recorded on the “ Memory Stick ” onto the t[...]

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    109 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Using a “ Memory Stick ” – introduction • Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. • Stick its label on the labeling position. • Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to “ Memory Stick ” s. • Do not disassemble or modify ?[...]

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    110 Inserting a “ Memory Stick ” Insert a “ Memory Stick ” in the “ Memory Stick ” slot as far as it can go with the v mark facing up as illustrated. Ejecting the “ Memory Stick ” Slide the MEMORY EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow. While the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder because your ca[...]

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    111 “ Memory Stick ” Operations[...]

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    112 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. Select FN, then press the center z on the control button to display the following buttons: In memory camera mode [...]

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    113 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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. ( 3 ) S[...]

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    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 FINE Use this mode when you want to record high quality images. ([...]

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    116 Using a “ Memory Stick ” – introduction Image quality settings Setting SUPER FINE (Indicator: SFN) FINE (Indicator: FINE) STANDARD (Indicator: STD) LIGHTMODE (Indicator: LIGHT) SUPER FINE: You can record moving pictures at the highest quality. This mode is suitable when you intend to modify the pictures using your computer. SUPER FINE is [...]

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    117 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Using a “ Memory Stick ” – introduction Approximate length of time of the moving pictures you can record on a “ Memory Stick ” The table below indicates the recordable time when using a “ Memory Stick ” formatted with this camcorder. Quality “ Memory Stick ” 128 MB* 64 MB* 32 MB* 16 MB* 8 MB 4 M[...]

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    118 3 2 FINE FINE FN INDEX PLAY FN INDEX PLAY NETWORK NETWORK 1 / 12 1 PHOTO PHOTO MEMORY/ NETWORK VCR CAMERA (CHG) POWER OFF ON MODE Approximate number of images recordable on the “ Memory Stick. ” Number of recorded images. Recor ding still images on a “ Memory Stick ” – Memory Photo r ecording – DCR-IP7BT only You can record still im[...]

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    119 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Recording still images on a “ Memory Stick ” – Memory Photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: – Wide mode – Digital zoom – SteadyShot – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect – Title – Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) Wh[...]

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    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. ( 4 ) Select , then press the center z or B on the control[...]

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    121 “ Memory Stick ” Operations[...]

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    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.[...]

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    123 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Recor ding an image from a tape as a still image – DCR-IP7BT only Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it on a “ Memory Stick ” as a still image. Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input jack and record it as a still image on a “ Memory Sti[...]

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    124 If you press PHOTO lightly in the playback mode Your camcorder stops momentarily. Sound recorded on a tape You cannot record the audio from the tape. Titles which have already been recorded on tapes You cannot record the titles on a “ Memory Stick. ” The title does not appear while you are recording a still image with PHOTO. Recording date/[...]

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    125 “ Memory Stick ” Operations[...]

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    126 2 STD 40 REC 0 : 03 [ 45 ] min SEC BBB FN INDEX PLAY NETWORK ST ART/STOP 1 MEMORY/ NETWORK VCR CAMERA (CHG) POWER OFF ON MODE Recordable time on the “ Memory Stick. ” This indicator is displayed for 5 seconds after pressing START/STOP. The indicator is not recorded. Recor ding moving pictures on a “ Memory Stick ” – MPEG movie r ecord[...]

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    127 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Recording moving pictures on a “ Memory Stick ” – MPEG movie recording Note Sound is recorded in monaural. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: – Wide mode – Digital zoom – SteadyShot – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect – Title – Low lux of PROGRA[...]

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    128 3 STD 40 REC [ 15 ] 0 : 03 0 : 15 : 42 min SEC BBB N FN 2 1 ST ART/STOP MEMORY/ NETWORK VCR CAMERA (CHG) POWER OFF ON MODE This indicator is displayed for 5 seconds after pressing START/STOP. The indicator is not recorded. Recordable time on the “ Memory Stick. ” Recor ding a picture fr om a tape as a moving pictur e – DCR-IP7BT only Your[...]

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    129 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture To stop recording Press START/STOP. Note Sound recorded in stereo is converted to monaural sound when recording from tapes. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike the camcorder. Also, do not turn the power off, eject the “ Memory Stick [...]

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    131 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Note “ ” flashes in the following instances. If this happens, eject and insert the “ Memory Stick ” again, and record distortion-free images. – When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that has been repeatedly used for[...]

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    132 – DCR-IP7BT only You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on a “ Memory Stick ” on top of the moving picture you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape. However, you cannot record these images back onto a “ Memory Stick. ” M. CHROM (Memory chromakey) You can swap a blue area of a still image such as[...]

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    133 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 2 3 4,5 6 FN MEM M I X + – + – 1 9 100 – 0001 + – MEM MIX M C CAM LUMI OVER – LAP OFF OK M C CAM CHROM CAM C M CHROM M. LUMI 100 – 0001 + – MEM MIX OFF OK + – M. LUMI 100 – 0001 + – MEM MIX OFF OK + – MEMORY/ NETWORK VCR CAMERA (CHG) POWER OFF ON MODE Superimposing a still image in a “ Mem[...]

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    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. LUMI The color (bright) scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture C. CHROM The color (bl[...]

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    135 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Copying still images fr om a tape – Photo save – DCR-IP7BT only Using the search function, you can automatically take in only still images from tapes and record them on a “ Memory Stick ” in sequence. Before operation • Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape. • Insert a “ Mem[...]

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    136 Copying still images from a tape – Photo save To stop or end copying Select END, then press the center z on the control button in step 5. When the “ Memory Stick ” is full “ MEMORY FULL ” appears on the screen, and the copying stops. Select END, then press the center z on the control button, insert another “ Memory Stick ” and rep[...]

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    137 “ Memory Stick ” Operations V iewing a still image – Memory photo playback – DCR-IP7BT only You can play back still images recorded on a “ Memory Stick. ” You can also play back six images (including moving pictures) in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert the “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorde[...]

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    138 Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback Data Directory Number/File Number Image number/Total number of recorded images Protect indicator Print mark Recording data 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 oper[...]

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    139 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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. In VCR mode, select PB, then press the center z on t[...]

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    140 V iewing a moving pictur e – MPEG movie playback – DCR-IP7BT only You can play back moving pictures recorded on a “ Memory Stick. ” You can also play back six images, including still images, in order, at one time, by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert the “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER swi[...]

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    141 “ Memory Stick ” Operations 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: Note An MPEG movie recorded with the camcorder: • Is MPEG MOVIE AD. • Cannot be played back on other digital still cameras and digital[...]

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    142 Screen indicators during moving picture playback Recommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment OS: Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 3.51 or later. Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the above environment is an upgraded OS * MPEG files cannot be handled on Windows 3.1. Application: In[...]

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    143 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Dubbing images r ecorded on the “ Memory Stick ” onto the tape – DCR-IP7BT only You can dub a still image or title recorded on a “ Memory Stick ” to a tape. You can also use the Remote Commander to do this operation. Before operation • Insert a tape to be recorded into your camcorder. • Insert a “[...]

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    144 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. Notes • You cannot dub MPEG movie files to the tape. • You cannot dub the index scr[...]

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    145 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Enlarging still images r ecorded on a “ Memory Stick ” – Memory PB ZOOM – DCR-IP7BT only You can enlarge still images recorded on a “ Memory Stick. ” Before operation Insert the “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) In memory playback mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control b[...]

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    146 Note You cannot record images on the “ Memory Stick ” which are enlarged by the Memory PB ZOOM function. Record those images on the VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures in the Memory PB ZOOM mode Pictures are not output through the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack. In Memory PB ZOOM mode If you press DISPLAY, the indicators on the Memory PB [...]

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    147 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW – DCR-IP7BT only You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert the “ Memory Stick ” with your images recorded into your camcorder. [...]

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    148 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. The PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control butt[...]

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    149 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Preventing accidental erasur e – Image pr otection – DCR-IP7BT only To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert the “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. ( 2 ) In MEMORY mode, go to step 3. In VCR [...]

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    150 Deleting images – DCR-IP7BT only You can delete images stored in a “ Memory Stick. ” You can delete all images or selected images. Deleting selected images Before operation Insert the “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder. ( 1 ) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. ( 2 ) In MEMORY mode, select PLAY, then press the center z on the con[...]

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    151 “ Memory Stick ” Operations Deleting images Notes • When you want to delete a protected image, first cancel the image protection. • Once you delete an image, you cannot restore it. Check the images before deleting them. If the write-protect switch on the “ Memory Stick ” is set to LOCK You cannot delete images. Deleting selected ima[...]

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    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. ” Before operation Insert the “ Memor[...]

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    153 “ Memory Stick ” Operations ( 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 ” is displayed. ( 8 ) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. [...]

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    154 W riting a print mark – PRINT MARK – DCR-IP7BT only You can specify a recorded still image to print out by putting marks on it. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out. Before operation Insert the “[...]

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    155 Connecting with a computer — Connecting with a computer — V iewing images recor ded on a tape using your computer You can view or edit the images recorded on a tape using your computer. You can record images edited with the computer on the tape. To view images on your computer, the application software MovieShaker Ver. 3.1 for MICROMV (supp[...]

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

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    157 Connecting with a computer Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is contained together with the application software used for viewing images on a CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder. Do not connect the USB cable to your computer before installation of [...]

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    158 Image data cannot be transferred over the USB connection The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Perform the following procedure to correctly install the USB driver. Step 1 Uninstall the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on the power and allow[...]

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    159 Connecting with a 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. ( 3 ) Insert a “ Memory Stick ” into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor[...]

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    160 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. ( 2 ) A message asking you to rem[...]

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    161 Connecting with a 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. For Windows Me users (The drive recognizing the camera is [E:]) Folder File Me[...]

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    162 — Network operation — Accessing the network 1 2 FN INDEX PLAY NETWORK MEMORY/ NETWORK VCR CAMERA (CHG) POWER OFF ON MODE – DCR-IP7BT only You can access the Internet using a Bluetooth device that complies to the standards of the camcorder. Once the access is made, you can view a Web page and send/receive your e-mail, etc. This section des[...]

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    163 Network operation 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. [...]

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    164 If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. If “ C: ss : ss ” appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 170. In recording mode Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Act[...]

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    165 Troubleshooting Types of trouble and their solutions Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The backlight function is active. c Set it to off (p. 36). • BEEP is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to MELODY or NORMAL (p. 102). • Set STEADYSHOT to OFF in the menu settings (p. 102). In the playback mode Symptom Cause and/or Correct[...]

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    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 not fully charged. c Charge the battery pack fully again (p. 19). • The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. c Replace it with a new ba[...]

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    167 Troubleshooting Types of trouble and their solutions When operating using a “ Memory Stick ” – DCR-IP7BT only Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is not set to MEMORY. c Set it to MEMORY (p. 118). • The “ Memory Stick ” is not inserted. c Insert a “ Memory Stick ” (p. 110). • The “ Memory Stick ” h[...]

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    168 Types of trouble and their solutions When operating using a “ Memory Stick ” – DCR-IP7BT only Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The write-protect switch on the “ Memory Stick ” is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 108). • You may not be able to play back images in actual size when you try to play back images recorded by [...]

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    169 Troubleshooting Others Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • Disconnect the AC power adaptor from a wall outlet or remove the battery, then reconnect it in about 1 minute. Turn the power on. If the functions still do not work, press the reset button using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press the reset button, all the settings (DCR-IP7BT:[...]

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    170 C:21:00 LCD screen or Viewfinder Self-diagnosis display • C: ss : ss You can service your camcorder yourself. • E: ss : ss Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facility. Self-diagnosis display Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. This function displays the current condition of your camcorder as a 5-digit code ([...]

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

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    172 Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 23). • FOR “ InfoLITHIUM ” Use an “ InfoLITHIUM ” battery pack (p. 19). BATTERY ONLY • CLEANING CASSETTE 1) The video heads are dirty (p. 180). • COPY INHIBIT You tried to record a picture that has a copyright control signal (p. 173). 1) • F[...]

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    173 Additional Information — Additional Information — Compatible cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use[...]

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    174 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 th[...]

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    175 Additional Information How to store the battery pack • Even if the battery pack is not used for a long time, remove the battery pack from the camcorder, store it in a dry, cool place after fully charging it once per year and then using the battery pack fully on your camcorder. This is to maintain the battery pack ’ s functions. • To use t[...]

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    176 About i.LINK The i.LINK (MICROMV) jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant MICROMV jack. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between equipment having i.LINK jacks, and for controlling other equ[...]

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    177 Additional Information About i.LINK i.LINK functions on this unit For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment having i.LINK (MICROMV) jacks, see page 82, 87. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK compatible equipment made by SONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computers) other than video equipment. Befor[...]

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    178 AC-L20A [ b ] [ a ] Using your camcor der abr oad Using your camcorder abroad Countries and areas where you can use network functions are restricted. For details, refer to the separate network function operating instructions (DCR-IP7BT only). You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC adaptor supplied with your camcorder with[...]

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    179 Additional Information Maintenance information and pr ecautions 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 op[...]

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    181 Additional Information 2 2 1 3 Cleaning the LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, we recommend using an LCD Cleaning Kit (optional) to clean the LCD screen. Removing dust from inside the viewfinder ( 1 ) Pull out the viewfinder in the direction of the arrow 1 . Remove the two screws in the direction of the arrow 2 with a[...]

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    182 Maintenance information and precautions Charging the built-in rechargeable battery: • Connect your camcorder to the house current using the AC adaptor supplied with your camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the POWER switch turned off for more than 24 hours. • Install a fully charged battery pack in your camcorder, and leave your camcor[...]

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    183 Additional Information 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 damage[...]

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    184 Maintenance information and precautions Battery pack • Use only the specified charger or video equipment with for charging function. • To prevent an accident from a short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Never expose the battery pack to tempera[...]

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    185 Additional Information Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette MICROMV cassette with the mark printed Tape speed Approx. 5.66 mm/s Reco[...]

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    186 Specifications Battery pack NP-FF50 Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 4.8 Wh (675 mAh) Operating temperature 0 ° C to 40 ° C (32 ° F to 104 ° F) Dimensions (approx.) 40.8 × 12.5 × 49.1 mm (1 5/8 × 1/2 × 1 15/16 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 45 g (1.6 oz) Type Lithium ion “ Memory Stick ” (DCR-IP7BT only)[...]

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    187 Quick Reference — Quick Reference — Identifying the parts and contr ols Camcorder 1 OPEN button (p. 27) 2 BROWSER MENU button (p. 162) (DCR-IP7BT only) 3 LCD screen (p. 30) 4 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 33) 5 OPEN/ Z EJECT lever (p. 27) 6 LCD BACKLIGHT switch (p. 32) 7 Lens cap (p. 29) 8 Speaker 9 POWER switch (p. 29) 0 Cassette li[...]

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    188 Identifying the parts and controls qa DISPLAY button (p. 41) qs Control button ( v / V / b / B / z ) (p. 7) qd CAMERA lamp qf MEMORY/NETWORK lamp (DCR-IP7BT only) qg VCR lamp qh BACK LIGHT button (p. 36) qj Built-in Microphone (p. 29) qk Viewfinder (p. 33) ql Eyecup qa qs qd qf qg qh qj qk ql[...]

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    189 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls w; ZOOM button (p. 34) wa PHOTO button (p. 47, 118) ws DC IN jack (p. 19) wd USB jack (p. 157) (DCR-IP7BT only) wf Hook for wrist strap wg START/STOP button (p. 29) wh Lens wj Camera recording lamp (p. 29) wk (Bluetooth) lamp (p. 162) (DCR-IP7BT only) wl Remote sensor e; A/V (ID-2) jack (p. 45,[...]

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    190 Identifying the parts and controls es MEMORY EJECT lever (p. 110) (DCR-IP7BT only) ed Access lamp (p. 110) (DCR-IP7BT only) ef “ Memory Stick ” slot (p. 110) (DCR-IP7BT only) eg CHG lamp (p. 19) eh Reset button (p. 169) ej Battery/Battery terminal cover (p. 18) ek Jack cover el V BATT (battery) release lever (p. 18) r; Tripod receptacle Mak[...]

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    191 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder. 1 PHOTO button (p. 47, 118) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 41) 3 MEMORY control buttons (DCR-IP7BT only) 4 SEARCH MODE button (p. 75 to 79) 5 MULTI SRCH[...]

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    192 To prepare the Remote Commander Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – polarities on the batteries to the + – marks inside the battery compartment. Notes on the Remote Commander • Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not [...]

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    193 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls LCD screen and viewfinder Operation indicators 1 Micro Cassette Memory indicator (p. 173) 2 Remaining battery time indicator (p. 35) 3 Zoom indicator (p. 34) /Data file name indicator (p. 108) (DCR-IP7BT only) 4 Digital effect indicator (p. 56)/ MEMORY MIX indicator (p. 132) (DCR- IP7BT only)/ [...]

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    194 Index A, B AC power adaptor .................. 21 Adjusting viewfinder ............. 33 AUTO SHTR .......................... 103 A/V connecting cable .................... 44, 81, 85, 124, 130 A/V jack ....... 44, 81, 85, 124, 130 BACK LIGHT .......................... 36 Battery pack ............................. 18 BEEP ........................[...]

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