Sony DCR-PC101 User Manual

3-074-615-11 (1)©2002 Sony CorporationOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retainit for future ref

Quick Start Guide10Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick”This chapter introduces you to the basicfeatures to record on a “Memory Stick” of

100You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape byspecifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for

101EditingTo change the insert end pointPress ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORYindicator and begin from step 3.NoteThe p

102You can record additional audio to the original sound on a tape by connecting audioequipment or a microphone. If you connect the audio equipment, y

103EditingDubbing with the built-in microphonesNo connection is necessary.NoteWhen dubbing with the A/V jack or the built-in microphone, pictures are

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105EditingAudio dubbingMonitoring the new recorded sound(1) Play back the tape on which you added audio.(2) Select AUDIO MIX in in the menu settings,

106234~6VACATIONCOLORRET.POS rSIZETITLEOKEXITPOS RPRESET TITLEHELLO!HAPPY BIRTHDAYHAPPY HOLIDAYSCONGRATULATIONS!OUR SWEET BABYWEDDINGVACATIONTHE E

107EditingSuperimposing a titleIf you set the write-protect tab to lockYou cannot superimpose or erase the title. Slide the write-protect tab to relea

108Erasing a title(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.(2) Press FN to display PAGE1.(3) Press MENU, then select TITLEERASE in , then press EXEC

109EditingYou can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Eachtitle can have up to 20 characters.(1) Set the POWER switc

Quick Start Guide11Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” (p. 122)When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting isset to off. If you want t

110If you take five minutes or longer to enter characters in tape recording standbywhile a cassette is in your camcorderThe power automatically goes o

111EditingLabeling a cassetteIf you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label canconsist of up to 10 characters and is

112If you set the write-protect tab to lockYou cannot label the cassette. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection.If the cassette

113“Memory Stick” Operations— “Memory Stick” Operations —Using a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionYou can record and play back images on a “Memory Stick”

114“Memory Stick”s formatted by a computer“Memory Stick”s formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have aguaranteed compatibility with th

115“Memory Stick” OperationsInserting a “Memory Stick”Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the B markfacing up

116Using a touch panelOperation buttons for most functions using a “Memory Stick” are displayed on the LCDscreen. Press the LCD panel directly to oper

117“Memory Stick” OperationsTo return to FNPress EXIT.To execute settingsPress OK.To cancel settingsPress OFF to return to PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3.Note

118Selecting still image quality modeYou can select the image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting isSUPER FINE.(1) Set the POWE

119“Memory Stick” OperationsDifferences in image quality modeRecorded images are compressed in JPEG format before being stored in memory. Thememory ca

12— Getting started —Using this manualAs you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown incapital letters.e.g. Set the

1202FN3451POWERMEMORYVCRCAMERAOFF(CHARGE) LOCKMEMORY SETMOVIE SETREMA I NIMAGESIZE320 24030NIAMERsecMEMORY SETMOVIE SETREMA I NIMAGESIZE320 240160 11

121“Memory Stick” OperationsUsing a “Memory Stick” – IntroductionImage size settingsSetting Meaning Indicator1152 × 864 Records 1152 × 864 still image

12221 / 12 FNINDEXPLAYSFN1152[b][a]3FNINDEXPLAYSFN1152Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s– Memory photo recordingYou can record still image

123“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can record still images on “Memory Stick”s in taperecording or tape recording standbyFor the details, see page 44.When

124Recording images continuouslyYou can record still images continuously. Before recording, select one of the threemodes described below in the menu s

125“Memory Stick” Operations(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set tothe right (unlock) position.(2) Press FN to di

1262FN4Self-timer memory photo recordingYou can record images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can also use theRemote Commander for this op

127“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording an image from a tape as a still imageYour camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record i

128If you press PHOTO lightly in playbackThe cassette stops momentarily.Sound recorded on a tapeYou cannot record audio from a tape.Titles which have

129“Memory Stick” OperationsA/VS VIDEOS VIDEOVIDEOOUTRecording a still image from other equipmentBefore operationSet DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settin

Getting started13Using this manualPrecautions on camcorder careLens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only)•The LCD screen and the finder are m

130Using the i.LINK cableNoteIn the following instances “ REC ERROR” appears and recording cannot be carriedout. Record distortion-free images:– When

131“Memory Stick” OperationsSuperimposing a still image in the “MemoryStick” on an image – MEMORY MIXYou can superimpose a still image you have record

132Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image– MEMORY MIXRecording a superimposed image to tapeBefore operation•Insert a tape for r

133“Memory Stick” Operations234,56FNMEMM I X+–+–100–0001+–MEM MIXMCCAMLUMIOVER–LAPOFF OKMCCAMCHROMCAMCMCHROMM. LUMI100–0001+–MEM MIXOFF OK+–M. LUMI1

134Recording a superimposed image to “Memory Stick” as a stillimageBefore operationInsert a recorded “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) Set the PO

135“Memory Stick” Operations234,56FNMEMM I X+–+–100–0001+–MEM MIXMCCAMLUMIOFF OKMCCAMCHROMCAMCMCHROMM. LUMI100–0001+–MEM MIXOFF OK+–M. LUMI100–0001+

136You can record moving pictures with sound on “Memory Stick”s.The picture and sound are recorded up to the full capacity of “Memory Stick” (MPEGMOV

137“Memory Stick” OperationsNoteSound is recorded in monaural.When the POWER switch is set to MEMORYThe following functions do not work:– Wide mode– D

138Self-timer MPEG movie recordingYou can record images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can also use theRemote Commander for this operatio

139“Memory Stick” Operations332040REC0:15:42:43minBBBNPOWERMEMORYVCRCAMERAOFF(CHARGE) LOCKFN215sec0:00:03[b][a]Recording a picture from a tape as amo

14Installing the battery pack(1) While sliding BATT (battery) release lever in the direction of the arrow 1,slide the battery terminal cover in the di

140When the access lamp is lit or flashingDo not shake or strike the unit. As well do not turn the power off, eject a “MemoryStick” or remove the batt

141“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording a moving picture from other equipmentBefore operationSet DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setti

142Using the i.LINK cableNoteIn the following instances “ REC ERROR” appears and recording is canceled:– When recording from a tape in poor condition

143“Memory Stick” Operations8~105OTHERSDATA CODEBEEPCOMMANDERD I SPLAYV I DEO ED I TEXITRET.EXEC0:32:30:14TOTALSCENE0:00:000V I DEO ED I TMARK I NST

144Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture– Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s)Erasing the program you have setErase OUT fi

145“Memory Stick” OperationsRecording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture– Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s)Performing the prog

146Copying still images from a tape– PHOTO SAVEUsing the search function, your camcorder automatically takes in only still images fromtapes and record

147“Memory Stick” OperationsTo stop copyingPress END.To return to FNPress END to return to PAGE1, then press EXIT.When the “Memory Stick” is fullM

148Viewing a still image– Memory photo playbackYou can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play backsix images including

149“Memory Stick” OperationsScreen indicators during still image playbackRecording dataTo display the recording data (date/time or various settings wh

15Getting startedCharging the battery packUse the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder.Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM

150Playing back six recorded images at a time (index screen)You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful whense

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

152Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playbackPlayback picture from desired partThe moving picture recorded on the “Memory Stick” is divided into 2

153“Memory Stick” OperationsScreen indicators during moving picture playbackRecording date/timeTo display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE dur

1541 23,4FNPBZOOMMEMORY PLAY3/14END100–0003PB ZOOMWT9 × 5.01152You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick”. You can select and view ad

155“Memory Stick” OperationsTo stop the slide showPress END.To pause during a slide showPress PAUSE.To return to FNPress END.To start the slide sh

156To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images.Before operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1)

157“Memory Stick” OperationsYou can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.” You can delete all images or selectedimages.Deleting selected imagesBefo

158Deleting selected images on the index screenBefore operationInsert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder.(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make su

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

16Playback timeBattery pack Playback time on LCD screen Playback time with LCD closedNP-FM50 (supplied) 150 195NP-FM70 310 400NP-QM71 365 465NP-FM90 4

160You can specify the recorded still image to print out by putting marks. This function isuseful for printing out still images later.Your camcorder c

161“Memory Stick” Operations2FNUsing the optional printerYou can use the optional printer on your camcorder to print images on print paper.For details

162Using the optional printerSelecting date/timeYou can print the recorded date/time.(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switc

163Viewing images with your computer— Viewing images with your computer —Viewing images with your computer– IntroductionThere are following ways of co

164When connecting to your computer with the DV portYour computer must have a DV port and editing software installed that can read videosignals.Viewin

165Viewing images with your computerViewing images with your computer – IntroductionNotes on using your computer“Memory Stick”•“Memory Stick” operatio

166Connecting to your computer with USBport – For Windows usersComplete installation of the USB driver before connecting your camcorder toyour compute

167Viewing images with your computerRecommended computer usage environment when connectingUSB cable and viewing “Memory Stick” images on the computerO

168Installing the USB driverStart the following operation without connecting the USB cable to yourcomputer.Connect the USB cable according to “Making

169Viewing images with your computerMaking your computer recognize your camcorderViewing images recorded on a tape on your computerSee page 170 for de

17Getting startedNoteApproximate recording time and playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). The battery life will beshorter if you use your camcorder in a cold

170Connecting to your computer with USB port – For Windows users(11)Follow the on-screen messages so that the Add Hardware Wizard recognizesthat the U

171Viewing images with your computerIf you cannot install the USB driverThe USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected

172Connecting to your computer with USB port – For Windows usersWindows 98 SE Windows MeWindows 2000 ProfessionalWindows XP Home Edition/Professional

173Viewing images with your computerConnecting to your computer with USB port – For Windows users6 Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE) on your camco

174Capturing images with “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony”You need to install the USB driver and “PIXELA ImageMixer ” to view images recordedon a t

175Viewing images with your computer(6) Click .(7) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder with the USB port on yourcomputer using the supplied USB

176Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – For Windows usersCapturing still images(1) Click .(2) Looking at the preview window, move the

177Viewing images with your computerNotes•The followings may occur while you are using your camcorder, and are not due to anymalfunction.– The image s

178Viewing imagesBefore operation•You need to install the USB driver to view “Memory Stick” images on your computer.(p. 168).An application such as Wi

179Viewing images with your computerFolder containing still image dataImage file storage destinations and image filesImage files recorded with your ca

18PRECAUTIONThe set is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it isconnected to a wall outlet, even if the set itself ha

180Connecting to your computer with USB port– For Macintosh usersWhen connecting to your computer with the USB portBefore connecting your camcorder to

181Viewing images with your computerInstalling the USB driverDo not connect the USB cable to your computer before installation of the USBdriver is com

182Viewing imagesBefore operationYou need to install the USB driver to view “Memory Stick” images on your computer.(p. 181)QuickTime 3.0 or newer must

183Viewing images with your computerVIDEOAUDIOS VIDEOOUTAfter capturing images and soundStop capturing procedures on your computer, and stop playback

1841FN2345VCRMANUAL SETP EFFECTMEMORYMANUAL SETPROGRAM AEFLASH MODEFLASH LVLWHT BALN. S. LIGHTMANUAL SETPROGRAM AEP EFFECTWHT BALOTHERSWO

185Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsSelecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting.Menu items differ depending on

186Notes on the SteadyShot function•The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake.•Attachment of a conversion lens (optional) may in

187Customizing Your CamcorderIcon/itemVCR SETHiFi SOUNDAUDIO MIXA/V t DV OUTLCD/VF SETLCD B.L.LCD COLORVF B.L.Modez STEREO12——z OFFONzBRT NORMALBRIGHT

188Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemMEMORY SETSTILL SETBURSTQUALITYIMAGESIZEMOVIE SETIMAGESIZEREMAINModez OFFNORMALEXP BRKTGMULTI SCRNz SUPER FINEFI

189Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemMEMORY SETSLIDE SHOWPHOTO SAVEFILE NO.DELETE ALLFORMATPRINT SET9PIC PRINTDATE/TIMEMode

19Getting startedStep 2 Setting the date and timeSet the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCK SET”will be displayed ea

190Changing the menu settingsIcon/itemCM SETTITLETITLEERASETITLE DSPLCM SEARCHTAPE TITLEERASE ALLTAPE SETREC MODEAUDIO MODEqREMAINMode————z ONOFFz ONO

191Customizing Your CamcorderChanging the menu settingsIcon/itemSETUP MENUCLOCK SETUSB STREAMUSBCONNECTLANGUAGEDEMO MODEMeaningTo set the date or time

192Icon/itemOTHERSDATA CODE(On the RemoteCommander)WORLD TIMEBEEPCOMMANDERDISPLAYREC LAMPVIDEO EDITMeaningTo display date, time and various settings d

193TroubleshootingIf you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table totroubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disco

194Types of trouble and how to correct troubleSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch toCAMERA or

195TroubleshootingIn playbackSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The tape has run out.c Rewind the tape (p. 38).• The video head may be dirty.c C

196In recording and playbackSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead.c Install a charged

197TroubleshootingWhen operating using a “Memory Stick”Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The POWER switch is not set to MEMORY.c Set it to MEMO

198OthersSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The cassette has no cassette memory.c Use a cassette with cassette memory (p. 106).• The cassette me

199TroubleshootingSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• Moisture condensation has occurred.c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for atlea

2Welcome!Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture life’sprecious moments with superior picture and

20The year changes as follows:To return to FNPress EXIT.If you do not set the date and time“– – – – – – – – –” and “– –:– –:– –” are recorded on the

200C:21:00Self-diagnosis display5-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions• You are using a battery pack that is not an“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack

201TroubleshootingWarning indicators and messages100-0001 Warning indicator as to fileSlow flashing:•The file is corrupted.•The file is unreadable.•Yo

202Warning messages• CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 19).• FOR “InfoLITHIUM” Use an “InfoLIHIUM” battery pack (p. 17).BATTERY ONLY• CLEANING CASS

203Additional Information— Additional Information —Usable cassettesSelecting cassette typesYou can use the mini DV cassette only.* You cannot use an

204Audio mode12-bit mode:The original sound can be recorded in stereo 1, and the new sound instereo 2 in 32 kHz. The balance between stereo 1 and ster

205Additional InformationAbout the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packWhat is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion ba

206The DV Interface on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output Interface. Thissection describes the i.LINK standard and its features.What is

207Additional Informationi.LINK functions on this unitFor details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment havingDV Interfac

208Using your camcorder abroadYou can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptorsupplied with your camcorder within 100 V to

209Additional InformationMaintenance information and precautionsMoisture condensationIf your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm

21Getting started(1) Prepare the power source.(2) Slide OPEN/ZEJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. Thecassette compartment automatica

210[a] [b] [c]Maintenance informationCleaning the video headTo ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video head. The video headmay be

211Additional InformationCautionDo not remove any other screws. You may remove only the screw to remove the eyecup.Notes•Do not drop or bend the eyecu

212PrecautionsCamcorder operation•Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC adaptor).•For DC or AC operation, use the accessories re

213Additional InformationAbout care and storage of the lens•Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instance:– When ther

214Minimum illumination7 lx (lux) (F 1.8)0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot mode)** Objects unable to be seen due tothe dark can be shot withinfrared light

215Additional InformationBattery packMaximum output voltageDC 8.4 VOutput voltageDC 7.2 VCapacity8.5 Wh (1 180 mAh)Dimensions (approx.)38.2 × 20.5 × 5

216789613425q;qa— Quick Reference —Identifying the parts and controls1 Lens cap (p. 24)2 LCD screen/Touch panel (p. 22, 26, 116)3 OPEN button (p. 24)4

Quick Reference217qs MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack (red)(p. 102)Connect an external microphone(optional). This jack also accepts a“plug-in-power” microphon

218Identifying the parts and controlsql Focus ring (p. 65)w; Lenswa Infrared rays emitter (p. 32, 89)ws Remote sensorwd Camera recording lamp (p. 24)q

Quick Reference219wk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 32)wl SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button(p. 33, 34)e; Intelligent accessory shoeea BACK LIGHT button (p. 32)es Spe

22Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD paneldirectly to operate each function.(1) Prepare the power source.(2) Press

220el Grip Strapr; “Memory Stick” slotra Viewfinder lens adjustment lever(p. 28)rs Cassette lid (p. 21)rarsrdrfrgr;elIdentifying the parts and control

Quick Reference221Remote CommanderButtons that share the same name on the camcorder and Remote Commander share thesame function.1 PHOTO button (p. 45,

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223Quick ReferenceIndexA, BAC power adaptor ... 15, 18Adjusting the viewfinder ... 28Audio dubbing ... 102AUDIO MIX ...

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23Getting startedStep 4 Using the touch panelNotes•When using the touch panel, press operation buttons with your thumb supporting theLCD screen from

24— Recording – Basics —Recording a pictureYour camcorder automatically focuses for you.(1) Remove the lens cap and pull the lens cap string to fix it

25Recording – BasicsNotes•Fasten the grip strap firmly.•Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording.•The recording data (date/time or variou

26Adjusting the LCD screenThe LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees tothe lens side.When closing the LCD panel

27Recording – BasicsAdjusting the brightness of the LCD screen(1) When you set the POWER switch to CAMERA, press FN and select PAGE2.When you set the

28Adjusting the viewfinderIf you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder.Adjust the viewfinder lens to your e

29Recording – BasicsUsing the zoom featureMove the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.Using the zoom funct

Getting started3Checking supplied accessories1 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC poweradaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 15)2 NP-FM50 battery pack (1) (p. 14, 15)3 A/

30Recording a pictureShooting with the Mirror ModeThis feature allows the camera subject to view him- or herself on the LCD screen.The subject can see

31Recording – Basics0:00:0145min40minRECFN/ –+EDITJUL 4 2002 12 : 05 : 56 AMIndicators displayed in the recording modeThe indicators are not recor

32BACK LIGHTRecording a pictureShooting a backlit subject – BACK LIGHTWhen you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject w

33Recording – BasicsRecording a pictureUsing NightShotSet the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, then slide NIGHTSHOT to ON.The indicator and “NIGHTS

34Recording a pictureUsing the NightShot LightThe picture will be clearer with the NightShot Light on. To activate NightShot Light, setN.S.LIGHT to ON

35Recording – BasicsSelf-timer recordingRecording automatically starts in 10 seconds after you set the self-timer. You can alsouse the Remote Commande

36You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shot so that the transitionbetween the last recorded scene and the next scene you record

37Recording – BasicsChecking the recording— END SEARCH/EDITSEARCH/Rec ReviewEDITSEARCHYou can search for the next recording start point.(1) In standby

38— Playback – Basics —Playing back a tapeYou can monitor the recorded tape etc. on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel,you can monitor the pla

39Playback – BasicsWhen monitoring on the LCD screenYou can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with theLCD screen facing o

4Main Features4Recording moving picturesor still images, and playingthem back•Recording moving pictures on tapes(p. 24)•Recording still images on tape

40Using the touch panel(1) In playback, press FN and select PAGE2 (p. 22).(2) Press DATA CODE.(3) Select CAM DATA or DATE DATA, then press OK.(4) Pre

41Playback – BasicsPlaying back a tapeRemaining battery time indicator during playbackThe indicator indicates the approximate continuous playback time

42Video control buttonsMarks on your camcorder are different from those on the Remote Commander suppliedwith your camcorder.Your camcorder:To play bac

43Playback – BasicsConnect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with yourcamcorder to watch the playback pictures on the T

44You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” in tape recording or tape recordingstandby.You can also record still images on a tape (p. 47).Before

45Advanced Recording Operations“Memory Stick”For details, see page 113 for more information.Image size of still imagesImage size is automatically set

4631FNPHOTOSelf-timer memory photo recordingYou can record still images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use theRemote Commander

47Advanced Recording OperationsRecording a still image on a tape– Tape Photo recordingYou can record still images such as photographs. You can record

48If you record a moving subject with the tape photo recording functionWhen you play back the still image on other equipment, the image may fluctuate.

49Advanced Recording OperationsYou can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes whitesubjects look white and allows more natur

Getting started55Other usesFunctions to adjust exposure in recording•BACK LIGHT (p. 32)•NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter (p. 32)•PROGRAM A

50Adjusting the white balance manuallyIf the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lightingWe recommend that you record in the n INDOOR mode.Wh

51Advanced Recording OperationsYou can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE).Black bands appear on the screen duri

52Connection for a TVPictures recorded in the 16:9WIDE mode automatically appear on the TV screen at fullsize when:– You connect your camcorder to a T

53Advanced Recording OperationsYou can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.MONOTONEWhen fading in, the picture gradually c

54(1) To fade in [a]In standby, press FN to display PAGE1.To fade out [b]In recording, press FN to display PAGE1.(2) Press FADER. The screen to select

55Advanced Recording OperationsWhile using BOUNCE, you cannot use the following functions:– Exposure– Flexible Spot Meter– Focus– Zoom– Picture effect

56You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in movies or on theTV.NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the picture a

57Advanced Recording OperationsUsing special effects – Digital effectYou can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functi

58Using special effects – Digital effect(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, then press FN and select PAGE2.(2) Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a

59Advanced Recording OperationsUsing special effects – Digital effectNotes•The following functions do not work during digital effect:– Fader– Tape pho

6Table of contentsChecking supplied accessories... 3Main Features...4Quick Start Guide– Recording on a tape ...

60Using the PROGRAM AEYou can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shootingrequirements.SPOTLIGHT (Spotlight)This mode prevent

61Advanced Recording Operations(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, then press FN to displayPAGE1.(2) Press MENU, then set PROGRAM AE to the

62While 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

63Advanced Recording OperationsYou can adjust and set the exposure. Normally the exposure is automatically adjusted.Adjust the exposure manually in th

64You 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

65Advanced Recording OperationsYou can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases.Normally, focus is automatically adj

66You can take a picture with the appropriate focus automatically for just the point youwant to focus on and with its focus fixed.(1) Set the POWER sw

67Advanced Recording OperationsYou can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically recordand standby sequentially. You can a

68To cancel the interval recordingPerform either of the following:– Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings.– Set the POWER switch to other than CAME

69Advanced Recording OperationsYou can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording.To create this effect, alternately mo

Getting started7Table of contentsRecording a picture from a tape as amoving picture ... 139Recording edited pictures from at

704ONEXPO–SUREOKEXPO–SUREOKON FADERPull out the viewfinder until it clicks, and then turn the LCD panel over and move itback to your camcorder body wi

71Advanced Recording OperationsUsing the viewfinderNotes•Do not touch the LCD screen with wet hands.•Do not press the LCD screen with sharp objects su

72— Advanced Playback Operations —Playing back a tape with picture effectDuring playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect functions:

73Advanced Playback OperationsDuring playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL,FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL.(1) In playbac

74You can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation describedhere, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on “Memory

75Advanced Playback OperationsThe PB ZOOM function is automatically canceled when you operate the followingfunctions:– Set the POWER switch to OFF (CH

76Your camcorder automatically searches for a desired scene having a tape counter valueof “0:00:00”. Use the Remote Commander for this operation.(1) I

77Advanced Playback OperationsIf you use a tape with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries of arecorded tape by title. Use the Remote Com

78Your camcorder automatically searches for the point where the recording date changesand starts playback from that point (DATE SEARCH).Use a tape wit

79Advanced Playback OperationsSearching a recording by date – DATE SEARCHNoteIf one day’s recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not a

Quick Start Guide8Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tapeThis chapter introduces you to the basicfeatures to record pictures on tapes of yourcamcorder

80You can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape (PHOTO SEARCH).You can also search for still images one after another and display each

81Advanced Playback OperationsSearching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCANSearching for a photo without using cassette memory(1) Set the POWER swit

82If a tape has a blank portion between recorded sectionsPHOTO SEARCH and PHOTO SCAN may not work correctly.The available number of photos that can be

83EditingUsing the A/V connecting cableYou can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder asa player.Connect your camcord

84Dubbing a tapeIf your VCR has an S video jackPictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional).With this connection, y

85EditingYou can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a tape without operatingthe VCR.Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up

86Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cableTo edit using the VC

87EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)4568~1073FNOTHERSDATA CODEBEEPCOMMANDERD I SPL AYV I DEO ED I TEXITRET.EXECR

88About the IR SETUP codeThe IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set thecorrect code, depending on your VCR. Default

89Editing(2) Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on theVCR1 Press r/R to select PAUSEMODE, then press EXEC.2 Press r/R to select the mode

Quick Start Guide9Quick Start GuideMonitoring the playback picture on the LCDscreen (p. 38)NOTEDo not pick up yourcamcorder by theviewfinder, the LCD

90Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)2,3V I DEO EDI TED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT - I N” ”CUT -OUT” I R SET

91EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)4567,83FNOTHERSDATA CODEBEEPCOMMANDERD I SPL AYV I DEO ED I T READYEXITRET.E

92Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCRYou can adjust the synchronization o

93EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)To return to FNPress END to return to PAGE1, then press EXIT.Notes•When yo

94Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Operation 1: Making the Program(1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder,

95EditingDubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Erasing the program you have setErase OUT mark first, and then IN mark of the

96Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes)Operation 2: Performing Digital program editing(Dubbing a tape)Make sure your camcor

97Editing3FNPAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXITV SPDPLAYA DUBCTRLRECCTRLRECPAUSEREC CTRLRET.A/VS VIDEOVIDEOAUDIOOUTS VIDEORECSTART: Signal flowWhiteRedA/V connec

983FNPAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXITDATACODEAUDIODUBRECCTRLRECPAUSEREC CTRLRET.PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXITDATACODEAUDIODUBRECCTRLRECPAUSEREC CTRLRET.PAGE1 PAGE2 PAG

99EditingWhen you have finished dubbing a tapePress x on both your camcorder and the VCR.You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable.See page