Sony VRD-MC6 User Manual

© 2009 Sony Corporation4-156-864-12(1)Selecting copy mode 8Introducing DVDirect 22Preparations for Recording 29Copying From a camera 38Copying From Vi

10A AWhat is the recording media?Connection and setupType of copy modeRecord HD video as isHDDBuilt-in memoryMemory Card8cm DiscDV tape(HDV format)b p

11Select the copy mode and create a disc!page 51page 51*4page 51*2One Touch Disc BurnPress the button on camerapage 38page 38page 38Copying All Conten

12Type of copy modeDown-convert videos to SD (Standard Definition) qualityWhat is the recording media?Connection and setupHDDBuilt-in memory8cm DiscMe

13page 49page 49page 49page 49page 56Select the copy mode and create a disc!Copying ManuallyRecording while operating camerapage 54 page 56Copying All

14A A AWhat is the recording media?Connection and setupType of copy modeRecord SD (Standard Definition) video as isHDDBuilt-in memory8cm DiscMemory Ca

15page 51page 51*4—page 51*2One Touch Disc BurnPress the button on camerapage 38page 38page 38page 38Copying All ContentsThe entire contents of camera

16A A AWhat is the recording media?Connection and setupType of copy modeRecord SD (Standard Definition) video as isHDDBuilt-in memory8cm DiscMemory Ca

17Select the copy mode and create a disc!page 51page 51*2——One Touch Disc BurnPress the button on camerapage 38page 38page 38page 38Copying All Conten

18What is the recording media of your video device?Connection and setup for your video deviceYou cannot record via a USB cable.Type of copy modeConnec

19Select the copy mode and create a disc!— page 56page 54 page 56Copying All ContentsThe entire contents of cameraCopying ManuallyRecording while oper

2WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or

20ACopying a photoPhotos are recorded as a JPEG file. You can create a slideshow of the disc contents.What is the recording media or memory card?Conne

21JPEGJPEGSlideshowSelect the copy mode and create a disc!page 59Copying All ContentsThe entire contents of camerapage 61Copying Visual Index ListsSel

22Before you start recording video or photo contents to a disc, read the “Selecting copy mode” pages.“Selecting copy mode” shows you the required conn

23Introducing DVDirectIconsIn this manual, section headings have different icons depending on the device or operation. Use these icons to determine th

24You can easily record videos or photos using the DVDirect.You can record HD (High Definition) videos taken with a Sony digital video camera or digit

25Introducing DVDirect•Photos- photos (JPEG format) taken by a digital video camera- photos (JPEG format) taken by a digital still cameraThe ability t

26Please confirm that the package contains the following items.If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.The number in

27Introducing DVDirectFront and sidesA AUDIO IN connectors (page 34)B VIDEO IN connector (page 34)C DV IN connector (page 33)D USB (Type A) port (page

28Top panelA Display windowDisplays the operation screen, and images from a playback device or memory card.B V/v/B/b cursor / ENTER button (pages 56,

29Preparations for Recording1 Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC adapter.2 Insert the power plug of the AC adapter into the DVDirect’s DC IN

37) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.8) Do not install near any heat sources such as

301 Press the Z (eject) button.The disc tray ejects.The disc tray opens halfway. Open it fully by hand.2 Place the disc in the disc tray with its reco

31Preparations for RecordingFor types of connection and settings, see the “Connection and setup for your Handycam®/video device” section for your “Typ

32Button names on the [USB SELECT] screenz Hints• Depending on the model, USB connection may complete simply by connecting the camera to the DVDirect

33Preparations for Recording1 Turn on the camera.b Note• For the camera, make sure that the AC power cord is connected to the AC adapter.2 Set the cam

341 Turn on the video device.b Note• For the camera, make sure that the AC power cord is connected to the AC adapter.2 Operate the video device to sta

35Preparations for RecordingA/V OUTA/VVIDEO INLAUDIO INRAUDIO IN connectorsA/V OUT connectorVIDEO IN connectorAV cable (not supplied or supplied with

36When copying videos or photos from a memory card, insert the memory card into its corresponding memory card slot on the DVDirect.Insert a memory car

37Preparations for RecordingAfter the power is turned on, the DVDirect automatically detects inserted memory cards, discs, and input signals from conn

38This mode allows you to record videos onto a disc from a camera connected to the DVDirect or memory card inserted into the slot with a single touch

39Copying From a camera3 Change to a blank disc when the message [Insert a blank DVD.] appears.If the contents do not fit onto a single disc, the disc

4Notes on AC power adapter• Please ensure that the socket outlet is installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.• Be sure to use the s

40You can copy only newly-recorded contents whose previous contents have already been recorded onto a disc (by selecting [Incremental] or One Touch Di

41Copying From a camera3 Change to a blank disc when the message [Insert a blank DVD.] appears.If the contents do not fit onto a single disc, the disc

42This mode allows you to record videos within a Playlist created on your camera. For details on creating a Playlist, refer to your camera’s operating

43Copying From a camera3 Change to a blank disc when the message [Insert a blank DVD.] appears.If the contents do not fit onto a single disc, the disc

44You can record videos selected by viewing thumbnails.Initially, turn on the DVDirect (page 29), insert a disc (page 30) and connect cables for recor

45Copying From a camera5 Press the (record) button to start recording.The DVDirect starts the recording process. The (record) button lights up dur

469 Press V or v to select [OK] and press the ENTER button.When finalizing has completed, the disc tray opens.To stop recordingPress the (stop) but

47Copying From a cameraWhen you have more than one 8cm disc to copy, you can consolidate and record their contents onto a single, standard 12cm disc.I

485 To finalize the disc, press V or v to select [Yes] and press the ENTER button.If you select [No], the disc will be ejected without being finalized

49Copying From a cameraThis mode allows you to record video on the DVDirect while controlling playback manually on the connected camera.Initially, tur

5• DVDirect, Handycam, CyberShot, Memory Stick and their logos are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.• AVCHD and the AVCHD logo

50To pause recordingPress the (record) button during recording. To resume recording, press the (record) button again.5 Press the (stop) button t

51Copying From a cameraThis mode allows you to record video from a camera onto a disc by simply pressing DISC BURN on the camera. You can record addit

524 Touch DISC BURN on the camera’s LCD screen, or press the DISC BURN ( ) button on the camcorder.The DVDirect starts the recording process. If the c

53Copying From a cameraz Hint• To finalize a disc means to make the disc playable on other DVD devices. For details about finalizing, refer to [Finali

54This mode allows you to record the entire video tape content onto a disc. The DVDirect automatically controls playback on the connected video device

55Copying From Video DevicesTo pause recordingPress the (record) button during recording. To resume recording, press the (record) button again.To

56This mode allows you to record video on the DVDirect while controlling playback manually on the connected video device.Initially, turn on the DVDire

57Copying From Video Devicesz Hint• When the prompt message [Format disc for DV/VIDEO recording?] appears after inserting a blank disc, select [OK]. F

588 Press the Z (eject) button to eject the disc when recording is complete.9 To finalize the disc, press V or v to select [Yes] and press the ENTER b

59Copying PhotosThis mode allows you to record photos onto a disc from a camera connected to the DVDirect, or a memory card inserted into any of memor

6Safety Regulations ...2Find a type of copy mode ...8Type of copy modeARecord HD video as is...10Typ

60If you select [No], the disc will be ejected without being finalized. You can skip steps 5 and 6.z Hint• To finalize a disc means to make the disc p

61Copying PhotosYou can record photos selected by viewing thumbnails.Initially, turn on the DVDirect (page 29), insert a disc (page 30) and connect ca

625 Press the (record) button to start recording.The DVDirect starts the recording process. The (record) button lights up during recording. The fo

63Copying Photosz Hints• When creating the slideshow, both photos (JPEG files) and slideshow with SD (Standard Definition) picture quality are copied

64You can play back only discs created with the DVDirect.b Notes• You cannot play back discs created with a video device other than the DVDirect. The

65Previewing in the display windowYou can play back only discs created with the DVDirect.b Notes• You cannot play back discs created with a video devi

66You can change the various settings for creating discs in the Setup Menu screen.1 Turn on the DVDirect and press the RETURN button.The [Menu] displa

67SetupSpecify the time interval at which chapters are created automatically on an SD (Standard Definition) disc.Auto Chapter is available when you us

68If you eject a disc without finalizing, you can finalize it later.z Hints• To finalize a disc means to make the disc playable on other DVD devices.

69Setup2 Press V or v to select [Yes] and press the ENTER button.3 Press V or v to select [Yes] and press the ENTER button.The DVDirect starts erasing

7Previewing Videos... 64Operations during playback ... 64Previewing Photos ... 65Operations during pla

70• You cannot record to a disc if the DVDirect’s color system is different from the color system of the connected camcorder.• A disc will not be play

71Troubleshooting/ReferencesIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the DVDirect, use this troubleshooting guide to help remed

72• Make sure that the audio/video cable is connected properly to A/V OUT of the video device.• The DVDirect is not detecting input signals from the c

73Troubleshooting/References• Check that the DVDirect is correctly connected to the output on the video device.• Disconnect all cables. Turn the DVDir

74XX/YY videos are not recordable. Continue copying?• HD (High Definition) video taken in REC mode at a bit rate exceeding 18Mbps, such as in [HD FX]

75Troubleshooting/ReferencesThe following writable discs are compatible with the DVDirect. However, not all disc operations are supported.z Hint• The

76• When copying HD (High Definition) videos, always use a new disc. You cannot add HD (High Definition) videos to the same disc to which you have pre

77Troubleshooting/References• Insert a “Memory Stick” into the Multi memory card slot, and insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slo

78When recording video, the length of time required for recording depends on the REC mode setting (FH, HQ, SP, or LP) used to shoot the video and the

79Troubleshooting/ReferencesThe chart below provides a general estimate of disc space (recordable time) available for recording videos onto a disc.HD

8Selecting a copy modeSelecting copy modeFind a type of copy modeDepending on your video device or the type of disc you are creating, you can select t

80The DVDirect creates a DVD Menu on an SD (Standard Definition) disc and a slideshow disc. The DVD Menu is displayed each time a disc is inserted int

81Troubleshooting/ReferencesFor each title, chapters (breakpoints of a video on the disc) are automatically created by scene between the point where y

82Configuration of HD (High Definition) discs• The DVD Menu cannot be created. • Chapters (breakpoints of a video on the disc) are automatically creat

83Troubleshooting/Referencesb Note• Some players may not be able to display the DVD Menu.z Hints• You can use factory-set images or your favorite phot

84Operation and storage conditionsAvoid using or storing the DVDirect in hot or humid locations, or places where it might be subject to severe vibrati

85Additional Informationthe DVDirect is accessing it, as data may be rendered unreadable.

86Creatable discs• Standard Definition (SD) disc• High Definition (HD) disc (AVCHD format)• Photo disc (JPEG files, Data DVD)• Slideshow disc (JPEG fi

87Additional Information“Memory Stick Duo”“Memory Stick”*SD Memory Card*xD-Picture Card*PowerDC 12V (supplied from the DC IN jack)Consumption30WAC ada

88AAUDIO IN connectors ... 34Audio/video cable...34Auto Chapter... 67Auto Shut Off ...69Aut

9About Handycam®In this manual, Handycam® refers to a Sony camcorder. High Definition Handycam® and AVCHD Handycam® refer to a Sony HD (High Definitio

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