Sony DCR-IP210 User Manual Page 1

3-076-897-11 (1)©2002 Sony CorporationDCR-IP210/IP220DigitalVideo CameraRecorderDCR-IP220Operating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read

Quick Start Guide10Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tapeThis chapter introduces you to the basic features torecord pictures on tapes of your camcord

100— “Memory Stick” Operations —Using a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionYou can record and play back still images and moving pictures on a “Memory Stick”

101“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing a “Memory Stick” – Introduction“Memory Stick” formatted by a computerThe “Memory Stick” formatted by Windows OS or M

102Inserting a “Memory Stick”Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go, as illustratedbelow.Ejecting a “Memory Stick”Open

103“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing a touch panelOperation buttons for most functions using a “Memory Stick” are displayed on the LCDscreen. Press the L

104To return to FNPress EXIT.To execute settingsPress EXEC or OK.To cancel settingsPress OFF or AUTO. The display returns to PAGE1, 2 or 3.Notes

105“Memory Stick” OperationsSelecting still image quality modeYou can select the image quality mode in still image recording and store the setting inm

106Using a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionImage quality settingsSetting MeaningSUPER FINE (SFN) This is the highest image quality in your camcorder.The

107“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionSetting the moving picture quality modeThere are SUPER FINE, FINE, STANDARD and LIGHT

108Using a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionImage quality settingsSettingSUPER FINE(SFN)FINE (FINE)STANDARD(STD)LIGHTMODE(LIGHT)SUPER FINE: You can record

109“Memory Stick” OperationsSelecting the size of still imageYou can select either of two still image sizes.1600 × 1200 or 640 × 480. (When the POWER

Quick Start Guide11Recording a picture (p. 29)Monitoring the playback picture on the LCDscreen (p. 42)NoteDo not pick up your camcorder bythe LCD pane

110Using a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionImage size settingsSetting Meaning Indicator1600 × 1200 Records 1600 × 1200 still images.1600640 × 480 Records

111“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can record still images on a “Memory Stick.”Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) Set the PO

112When the POWER switch is set to MEMORYThe following functions do not work:–Digital zoom–Super NightShot–Color Slow Shutter–Wide mode–Fader–Picture

113“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording still images on a “Memory Stick”– Memory photo recordingRecording images continuouslyYou can record still images

114(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.(2) Press FN to display PAGE1.(3) Press MENU, then select STILL SET in in the menu settings, then pressEXEC (p.

115“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording still images on a “Memory Stick”– Memory photo recordingThe effect of EXP BRKTGThe effect of EXP BRKTG may not b

116Recording still images on a “Memory Stick”– Memory photo recordingRecording images with the flashThe flash automatically pops up to strobe. The def

117“Memory Stick” OperationsThe flash does not fire even if you select AUTO and Auto red-eye reduction ( )during the following functions:–NightShot–Sp

118Recording still images on a “Memory Stick”– Memory photo recordingNotes•A conversion lens (optional) may obstruct the HOLOGRAM AF light and makefoc

119“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing NightFramingThe NightFraming enables you to check a subject even at night and then record withnatural colors using t

Quick Start Guide12Quick Start Guide– Recording on a “Memory Stick”Inserting a “Memory Stick” (p. 102)Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” sl

120Self-timer memory photo recordingYou can record images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use theRemote Commander for this opera

121“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording an image from a tape as a stillimageYour camcorder can read moving picture data from other equipment recorded on

122Image size of still imagesImage size is automatically set to 640 × 480.When the “Memory Stick” access lamp is lit or flashingDo not shake or strike

123“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording a still image from other equipmentBefore operationSet DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default set

124Using the i.LINK cableNoteWhen recording from a tape in poor recording condition, for example, a tape that isworn out from repeated dubbing, record

125“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can superimpose a still image you have recorded on a “Memory Stick” on top ofthe moving picture you are recording.You

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127“Memory Stick” OperationsTo change the still image to be superimposedPress –/+ on the right lower corner before step 6.To cancel MEMORY MIXPress

128Superimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXRecording a superimposed image to a “Memory Stick” as a stillimageBefore ope

129“Memory Stick” OperationsSuperimposing a still image in a “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXTo change the still image to be superimposedPress –

Quick Start Guide13Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” (p. 111)When you purchase your camcorder,the clock setting is not set up yet. Ifyou wan

130You can record moving pictures with sound on the “Memory Stick.”Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) Set the POWER switc

131“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording moving pictures on a “Memory Stick”– MPEG MOVIE recordingNoteSound is recorded in monaural.MPEG MOVIE recorded w

132Self-timer MPEG MOVIE recordingYou can record pictures on the “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use theRemote Commander for this ope

133“Memory Stick” OperationsYour camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as amoving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Your

134Recording a moving picture from other equipmentBefore operationSet DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)(1) Set t

135“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing the i.LINK cableNoteWhen recording from a tape in poor recording condition, for example, a tape that isworn out from

136You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play backsix images including moving pictures on single screen arranged i

137“Memory Stick” OperationsTo play back recorded images on a TV screen•Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with y

138Viewing a still image – Memory photo playbackPlaying back six recorded images at a time (index screen)You can play back six recorded images at a ti

139“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can play back moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also playback six images including still images in

14The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed in the table below. Beforeyou start reading this manual and operating your camcorder,

140MPEG MOVIE recorded with your camcorder:•Is MPEG MOVIE AD•Cannot be played back on a digital still camera or a camcorder that has no MPEGMOVIE AD f

141“Memory Stick” OperationsCopying still images recorded on a“Memory Stick” to a tapeYou can copy still images recorded on a “Memory Stick” and recor

142To start copying using the Remote CommanderAfter step 4, press both z REC and the right button simultaneously to start copying.Notes•You cannot cop

143“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can select and view adesired part from the enlarged still i

144Images in the Memory PB ZOOM modeImages are not output through the i.LINK (MICROMV Interface).In the Memory PB ZOOM modeIf you press DISPLAY/TOUCH

145“Memory Stick” OperationsYour camcorder can automatically play back images in sequence. This function isespecially useful when checking recorded im

146Preventing accidental erasure– Image protectionTo prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images.Before operationI

147“Memory Stick” OperationsDeleting images – DELETEYou can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.” You can delete all images or selectedimages.Dele

148Deleting selected images on the index screenBefore operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR.(

149“Memory Stick” OperationsDeleting all the imagesYou can delete all the unprotected images in a “Memory Stick.”Before operationInsert a “Memory Stic

Getting Started15Precautions on camcorder careLens and LCD screen/finder•The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision

150You can specify the recorded still image to print out by putting marks. This function isuseful for printing out still images later.Your camcorder c

151Viewing Images Using your ComputerThere are the following ways of connecting your camcorder to a computer in order toview images saved on a “Memory

152Viewing images on your computer – IntroductionNotes on using your computer“Memory Stick”•“Memory Stick” operations on your camcorder cannot be assu

153Viewing Images Using your ComputerYou can view or edit the images recorded on a tape using your computer. You can alsorecord images edited with the

154Complete installation of the USB driver before connecting your camcorder toyour computer. If you connect your camcorder to your computer first, you

155Viewing Images Using your ComputerRecommended computer usage environment when connectingvia USB cable and viewing the “Memory Stick” images on your

156Installing the USB driverStart the following operation without connecting the USB cable toyour computer.Connect the USB cable according to “Making

157Viewing Images Using your ComputerConnecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable(For Windows users)Installing Image TransferThis fu

158Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable(For Windows users)Installing PIXELA ImageMixerMake sure USB driver installation is c

159Viewing Images Using your ComputerMaking the computer recognize your camcorderViewing images recorded on a tape(1) Connect the AC power adaptor to

16Checking supplied accessories1 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), Powercord (1) (p. 18)2 NP-FF70 battery pack (1) (p. 17, 18)3 A/V connecting cable (1) (

160Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable(For Windows users)Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick”(1) Insert a “Memory St

161Viewing Images Using your ComputerConnecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable(For Windows users)If you cannot install the USB dr

162Connecting your camcorder to your computer using the USB cable(For Windows users)Windows 2000 ProfessionalWindows XP6 Turn the POWER switch to (CHG

163Viewing Images Using your ComputerViewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick”Step1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver1 Turn on your computer and a

164Viewing images recorded on a tape onyour computer– USB Streaming (For Windows users)Capturing images with “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”You n

165Viewing Images Using your Computer(6) Click .(7) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder to the USB connector on yourcomputer using the supplied

166Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer– USB Streaming (For Windows users)Capturing still images(1) Click .(2) Looking at the preview wi

167Viewing Images Using your ComputerViewing images recorded on a tape on your computer– USB Streaming (For Windows users)Notes•When you view images o

168Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer– USB Streaming (For Windows users)Seeing the on-line help (operating instructions) of “PIXELAIma

169Viewing Images Using your ComputerViewing images recorded on a “MemoryStick” on your computer (For Windowsusers)The image data recorded on a “Memor

17Getting StartedInserting the battery packYour camcorder operates only with the NP-FF70 battery pack.(1) Slide OPEN in the direction of the arrow a

170Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer(For Windows users)Viewing images without Image TransferBefore operationAn application

171Viewing Images Using your ComputerImage file storage destinations and image filesImage files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in folders by

172Connecting your camcorder to yourcomputer using the USB cable (ForMacintosh users)When connecting to a computer via the USB jackYou must install a

173Viewing Images Using your ComputerInstalling the USB driverDo not connect the USB cable to your computer before installation of the USBdriver is co

174Viewing images recorded on a “MemoryStick” on your computer (For Macintoshusers)Viewing imagesBefore operationYou need to install the USB driver to

175Using the Network function– DCR-IP220 onlyYou can access the Internet using a Bluetooth equipped device that is complied to yourcamcorder. Once the

176How to hold your camcorder when operating in NETWORK modeWhen operating the network functions, put your camcorder in a stable place and adjustthe L

177Customizing Your Camcorder— Customizing Your Camcorder —Changing the menu settingsTo change the mode settings in the menu settings, press r/R to se

178To return to FNPress EXIT.Menu items are displayed as the following icons:MANUAL SETCAMERA SETVCR SETLCD/VF SETMEMORY SETCM SETTAPE SETSETUP MENUOT

179Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemCAMERA SETD ZOOMEXPANDED F16:9WIDESTEADYSHOTHOLOGRAM FN.S. LIGHTNotes on the SteadySho

18Charging the battery packCharge the battery pack before using your camcorder.Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (NP-FF

180Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemVCR SETVIDEOINPUTLCD/VF SETLCD B.L.LCD COLORVF B.L.LCD B.L. and VF B.L.•When you select BRIGHT, battery life is

181Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemMEMORY SETSTILL SETBURSTQUALITYIMAGESIZEMOVIE SETMOVIEMODEREMAINIf you select QUALITYT

182Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemMEMORY SETSLIDE SHOWFILE NO.DELETE ALLFORMATNotes on formatting•The “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder

183Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemCM SETTITLEERASETITLE DSPLTAPE TITLEERASE ALLq INFODSPLTAPE SETq REMAIN (continued on

184Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemSETUP MENUCLOCK SETUSB STREAMLANGUAGEDEMO MODENotes on DEMO MODE•You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette or

185Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemOTHERSDATA CODE(On the RemoteCommander)AREA SETDST SET*BEEPCOMMANDERDISPLAYREC LAMP* I

186If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table totroubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power

187TroubleshootingTypes of trouble and how to correct troubleSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER swi

188Types of trouble and how to correct troubleIn the recording and playback modesSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The battery pack is not inse

189TroubleshootingTypes of trouble and how to correct troubleWhen operating using the “Memory Stick”Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The POWER

19Getting StartedNotePrevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug ofthe AC power adaptor. This may cause a sh

190Types of trouble and how to correct troubleOthersSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• 20 titles have been recorded.c Erase unnecessary title (p

191TroubleshootingTypes of trouble and how to correct troubleSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• Charging is completed.• The battery pack is not

192Self-diagnosis displayC:21:00Five-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions• You are using a battery pack that is not an“InfoLITHIUM” battery p

193TroubleshootingWarning indicators and messages100-0001 Warning indicator as to fileSlow flashing:•The file is corrupted.•The file is unreadable.•Yo

194Warning messages• CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 22).• FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLIHIUM” battery pack (p. 196).BATTERY ONLY• CLEANING CAS

195Additional InformationSelecting cassette typesYou can use cassette only. You cannot use any other 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, VHSC, S-VHS

196About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packWhat is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has fu

197Additional InformationAbout the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packBattery life•The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little by little as you

198The i.LINK (MICROMV Interface) on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant MICROMVinterface. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features.Wh

199Additional Informationi.LINK functions on this unitFor details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment havingDV jacks, s

2Welcome!Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you cancapture life’s precious moments with superior picture and

20Step 1 Preparing the power supplyNoteApproximate recording time and playing time at 25°C (77°F). The battery life will beshorter if you use your cam

200Using your camcorder abroadCountries and areas where you can use network functions are restricted. For details,refer to the separate Network Functi

201Additional InformationMaintenance information andprecautionsMoisture condensationIf your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm

202Maintenance informationCleaning the video headTo ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video head. The video headmay be dirty when:

203Additional InformationCharging the built-in rechargeable batteryYour camcorder is supplied with a built-in rechargeable battery installed so as to

204Maintenance information and precautionsAdjusting the LCD screen (CALIBRATION)The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens

205Additional InformationMaintenance information and precautionsPrecautionsCamcorder operation•Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V

206Maintenance information and precautionsAC power adaptor•Unplug the unit from a wall outlet when you are not using the unit for a long time.To disco

207Additional InformationMaintenance information and precautionsNotes on dry batteriesTo avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, obse

208SpecificationsVideo camerarecorderSystemVideo recording system2 rotary headsHelical scanning systemAudio recording systemMPEG1 Audio Layer2(Fs 48 k

209Additional InformationAC power adaptorPower requirements100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 HzPower consumption23 WOutput voltageDC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in theopera

21Getting StartedConnecting to a wall outletWhen you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from awall outlet using the AC

210— Quick Reference —Identifying the parts and controls1 Lens cap (p. 29)2 FOCUS/ZOOM switch (p. 34, 67)3 BACK LIGHT button (p. 37)4 Viewfinder (p. 3

211Quick ReferenceIdentifying the parts and controls9 LCD BACKLIGHT switch (p. 31)q; MEMORY EJECT lever (p. 102)qa DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button (p. 43)q

212qk ZOOM lever (p. 33)ql PHOTO button (p. 47, 111)w; Infrared rays (NightShot Light)emitter (p. 37)wa Remote sensorws Camera recording lamp (p. 29)I

213Quick Referencee;eaesegedefe; (flash) button (p. 49, 116)ea Grip beltIdentifying the parts and controls4321Fastening the grip beltFasten the grip

214eh Flash (p. 49, 116)ej Lensek Focus ring/Zoom ring (p. 34, 67)Note on the Carl Zeiss lensYour camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which c

215Quick Referencergrjrhrsrfrdrkrlrs “Memory Stick” slot (p. 102)rd OPEN switch (p. 17)rf Viewfinder lens adjustment lever(p. 32)Identifying the part

216Identifying the parts and controlsRemote CommanderThe buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorderfunction identica

217Quick ReferenceTo prepare the Remote CommanderInsert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – polarities on the batteries tothe + – marks

218Identifying the parts and controlsqg NIGHTSHOT/SUPER NIGHTSHOT(p. 37)/COLOR SLOW SHUTTER (p. 38)/NIGHTFRAMING (p. 119)qh Tape counter (p. 36)/Self-

219Quick ReferenceIndexA, BAC power adaptor... 18, 21Adjusting viewfinder ... 32Adjusting volume ... 42Auto red-eye

22Step 2 Setting the date and timeSet the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCK SET”will be displayed each time you set

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23Getting StartedThe year changes as follows:To return to FN (Function)Press EXIT.When using your camcorder abroadSet the clock to the local time (p.

24Simple setting of clock by time differenceYou can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference. Select AREASET and DST SET* i

25Getting Started(1) Prepare the power source (p. 17).(2) Slide OPEN/Z EJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. Thecassette compartment

26Note on the labelLabels may cause a malfunction of your camcorder. Therefore, be sure not to:•Stick on any labels other than the one supplied.•Stick

27Getting StartedYour camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Press the LCD screen withyour finger or the supplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only)

28Step 4 Using the touch panelNotes•When using the touch panel, press the LCD screen lightly with your finger or thesupplied stylus (DCR-IP220 only).•

29Recording – Basics— Recording – Basics —Recording a pictureYour camcorder automatically focuses for you.(1) Remove the lens cap by pressing both kno

3For customers in the U.S.A.If you have any questions about this product,you may call:Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669)The number

30After recording(1) Set the POWER switch to (CHG) OFF.(2) Close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing inwards.(3) Eject the cassette.(4) Remove th

31Recording – BasicsAdjusting the brightness of the LCD screen(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, then press FN and go toPAGE3.Set the POWER

32Adjusting the viewfinderIf you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder.Adjust the viewfinder lens to your e

33Recording – BasicsUsing the zoom feature – Zoom leverMove the zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.“T” side: for

34Using the zoom feature – Zoom ringYou can use the zoom ring to zoom in and out at the desired speed. You can also use itto fine adjust.Set FOCUS to

35Recording – BasicsShooting with the mirror modeThis feature allows the camera subject to view him or herself on the LCD screen.The subject uses this

36Indicators displayed in the recording modeThe indicators are not recorded on the tape.Remaining battery time indicator during recordingThe remaining

37Recording – BasicsShooting a backlit subject – BACK LIGHTWhen you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with alight

38Using Super NightShotSuper NightShot makes subjects more than 16 times brighter than those recorded inNightShot.(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.(

39Recording – BasicsWhile using NightShot, you cannot use the following functions:– White balance– PROGRAM AE– Exposure– Flexible Spot Meter– HOLOGRAM

4Main Features•Recording moving pictures ontapes (p. 29)•Playing back tapes (p. 42)•Recording still images on a“Memory Stick” (p. 47, 111)•Recording m

40Self-timer recordingRecording automatically starts in about 10 seconds after you set the self-timer. You canalso use the Remote Commander for this o

41Recording – BasicsYou can go to the end of the recorded section after you record. It is convenient whenyou make the transition between the last reco

42You can monitor the recorded tape on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, youcan monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also

43Playback – BasicsTo display the screen indicators – Display functionPress DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL on your camcorder or DISPLAY on the RemoteCommander. T

44Various settingsVarious settings shows your camcorder’s recording information at the time ofrecording. In the recording mode, the various settings w

45Playback – BasicsVarious playback modesTo operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR.To view a still image (playback pause)•Press

46Connect your camcorder to your TV with the supplied A/V connecting cable to watchthe playback pictures on the TV screen. You can operate the playbac

47Advanced Recording OperationsYou can record still images on a “Memory Stick” in the recording standby mode orwhile recording on tape in CAMERA mode.

48Image size of still imagesImage size is automatically set to 640 × 480.When you want to record still images in different sizes, use the Memory Photo

49Advanced Recording OperationsRecording images with the flashThe flash pops up automatically. The default setting is auto (no indicator). To changeth

Getting Started5Accessing the Internet viaa Bluetooth wirelessdevice (optional) (DCR-IP220 only)Accessing the Internet, sending/receiving your e-mail.

50If you leave your camcorder for five or more minutes after removing the powersourceYour camcorder returns to the default setting (auto).You cannot s

51Advanced Recording OperationsSelf-timer recordingYou can record still images with the self-timer. You can also use the RemoteCommander for this oper

52You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes whitesubjects look white and allows more natural color balance. Normally wh

53Advanced Recording OperationsAdjusting the white balance manuallyIf the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lightingWe recommend that you r

54You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE).Black bands appear on the LCD screen during recording in 16:9WIDE

55Advanced Recording OperationsUsing the wide modeIn the wide mode, you cannot select the following functions:–Recording still images–BOUNCE–OLD MOVIE

56You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.MONOTONEWhen fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white t

57Advanced Recording Operations(1) When fading in [a]In the recording standby mode, press FADER until the desired fader indicatorflashes.When fading o

58You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on theTV.NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the picture ar

59Advanced Recording OperationsUsing special effects – Digital effectYou can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functi

6Table of contentsMain Features... 4Introduction– Basic operations... 8Quick Start Guide–

60(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.(2) Press FN and go to PAGE2.(3) Press DIG EFFT. The DIG EFFT screen appears.(4) Press a desired digital effect m

61Advanced Recording OperationsNotes•The following functions do not work during digital effect:–Super NightShot–Color Slow Shutter–Recording still ima

62You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shootingrequirements.SPOTLIGHTThis mode prevents people’s faces, for example, f

63Advanced Recording Operations(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY.(2) Press FN to display PAGE1.(3) Press MENU, then select PROGRAM AE in i

64While WHT BAL is set to AUTO in the menu settingsThe white balance is adjusted even if the PROGRAM AE is selected.You can adjust the following funct

65Advanced Recording OperationsYou can adjust and set the exposure. Normally the exposure is automatically adjusted.Adjust the exposure manually in th

66You can take a picture with the appropriate exposure automatically for just the pointyou want to focus on and with its exposure fixed. Use the Flexi

67Advanced Recording OperationsYou can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases.Normally, focus is automatically adj

68To focus preciselyIt is easier to focus on the subject if you adjust the zoom to shoot at the “W” (wide-angle) position after focusing at the “T” (t

69Advanced Recording OperationsYou can take a picture with the appropriate focus automatically for just the point youwant to focus on and with its foc

Getting Started7Table of contentsEnlarging still images recorded on a“Memory Stick”– Memory PB ZOOM... 143Playing back images continuo

70During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect functions: NEG. ART,SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE.(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. I

71Advanced Playback OperationsDuring playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL,FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.(1) Set the PO

72You can enlarge playback moving pictures recorded on tapes. Besides the operationdescribed here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on

73Advanced Playback OperationsEnlarging images recorded on tapes – Tape PB ZOOMNotes•You cannot process externally input scenes using the PB ZOOM func

74Using the multi-picture search function, you can display thumbnails of all thebeginning scenes of moving pictures recorded on the tape onto the inde

75Advanced Playback Operations(5) Select the thumbnail you want to play back, then press EXEC or press thethumbnail you selected again. Your camcorder

76To return to the MULTI SCH screen from playbackPress RET, or press EXECUTE on the Remote Commander.To stop searchingPress STOP on the Remote Comma

77Advanced Playback OperationsThe thumbnail images displayed on the MULTI SCH screenYou cannot modify these thumbnail images.When you use the multi-pi

78You can search for the boundaries of a recorded tape by selecting the title. Use theRemote Commander for this operation.(1) Set the POWER switch to

79Advanced Playback OperationsYour camcorder automatically searches for the point where the recording date changesand starts playback from that point

8This section describes the basic operations to operate your camcorder.How to turn on the power and select the modeTo supply power for your camcorder,

80Using the A/V connecting cableYou can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder asa player. Connect your camcorder to

81EditingYou can edit on VCRs that support the following systems 8 mm, Hi8, Digital8, VHS, S-VHS, VHSC, S-VHSC, Betamax, ED Betamax, m

82Using the i.LINK cableSimply connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to the i.LINK (MICROMV Interface) of yourcamcorder and to the i.LINK (MICROMV Inter

83EditingWhen using the A/V connecting cableYou can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Use your ca

842 Making a recordingBefore operationSet DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)(1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape yo

85EditingUsing the Remote CommanderYou don’t need to perform step 3.In step 5, press both z REC and the right button simultaneously to start recording

86Recording video or TV programsWhen using the i.LINK cableSimply connect the i.LINK cable (optional) to the i.LINK (MICROMV Interface) of yourcamcord

87EditingUsing the Remote CommandaerYou don’t need to perform step 4.In step 5, press both z REC and the right button simultaneously to start recordin

88You can superimpose a title. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed forabout five seconds from the point where you superimposed it.Supe

89EditingSuperimposing a titleIf you set the write-protect tab to lockYou cannot superimpose or erase the title. Slide the write-protect tab to releas

Getting Started9How to open the LCD panel(1) Open the LCD panel in the direction of the arrow.(2) Turn the LCD panel 180 degrees counter-clockwise.(3)

90To not display title during playbackSet TITLE DSPL to OFF in the menu settings (p. 183).Title setting•The title color changes as follows:WHITE t YEL

91EditingSuperimposing a title on a recorded tapeYou can superimpose a title for five seconds from the recording start point.(1) Set the POWER switch

92Notes•Thumbnails may not be displayed depending on the condition of the tape. This is nota malfunction.•Noise may appear on the thumbnails. However,

93EditingErasing a title(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.(2) Press FN to display PAGE1.(3) Press MENU, then select TITLEERASE in in the menu

94You can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Eachtitle can have up to 20 characters.Making a title in CAMERA mode(1

95EditingMaking your own titlesTo return to FNPress EXIT.To change a title you have storedIn step 5, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET depending on wh

96Making a title in VCR mode(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.(2) Press FN to display PAGE1.(3) Press TITLE. The TITLE screen appears.(4) Press TITLE SE

97EditingThe MICROMV cassette automatically records the recording settings and date. Whenyou insert a cassette with the POWER switch set to CAMERA, or

98Labeling a cassetteThe label can consist of up to 16 characters and is stored in cassette memory.(1) Insert the cassette you want to label.(2) Set t

99EditingThe micro Cassette MemoryTo return to FNPress EXIT.To erase the label you have madeSelect C in step 4. The last character is erased.To change