User manual SONY DCR-DVD108BDL

2-319-496-11(1) Enjoying with your camcorder 12 Digital Video Camera Recorder Getting Started 21 Operating Guide Recording/Playback 31 Editing Utilizing recording media Customizing your camcorder Using a Computer Troubleshooting Additional Information 48 57 62 80 85 98 DCR-DVD108/DVD308/ DVD608/DVD708 US Quick 111 Reference Spanish Quick Guide/ 122 Guía rápida en español Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) -free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in China © 2007 Sony Corporation WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them. Cleaning Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set. Installation Water and Moisture Do not use power-line operated sets near water ­ for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. Use Power Sources This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. Power-Cord Protection Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the appliance. Polarization This set may be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in. Accessories Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer. Ventilation The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. ­ Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials. ­ Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. ­ Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided. ­ Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the set through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the set. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may cause hazards. Continued , 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Continued) Lightning For added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the set is in safe operating condition. Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: ­ When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. ­ If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the set. ­ If the set has been exposed to rain or water. ­ If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged. ­ If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation. ­ When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance ­ this indicates a need for service. Servicing Do not attempt to service the set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Replacement parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 4 Read this before operating your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCRSerial No. Model No. ACNo. CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result. For 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 below is for the FCC related matters only. For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD108 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Battery pack This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Continued , 5 Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued) Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD308 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. This product is not intended to be serviced. Should the product cease to function in its intended manner, it should be returned to the manufacturer or to be discarded. For the State of California, USA only Prechlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Notes on use Your camcorder is supplied with two kinds of operations guides. ­ "Operating Guide" (This manual) ­ "First Step Guide" for using your camcorder with the computer connected (stored on the supplied CD-ROM) Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ­ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ­ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ­ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ­ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a Types of the disc you can use in your camcorder You can use the following discs only. ­ 8cm DVD-RW ­ 8cm DVD+RW ­ 8cm DVD-R ­ 8cm DVD+R DL Use the discs with marks listed below. See page 14 for details. For reliability durability of recording / playback, we recommend that you use Sony *(for discs or discs with an VIDEO CAMERA) mark for your camcorder. b Note · Using a disc other than above may cause the unsatisfactory recording/playback or you may not be able to remove the disc from your camcorder. 6 * Depending on the place you bought, the disc has mark. Types of "Memory Stick" you can use in your camcorder You can use "Memory Stick Duo" marked with or (p. 101). "Memory Stick Duo" (This size can be used with your camcorder.) Battery Viewfinder LCD screen "Memory Stick" (You cannot use it in your camcorder.) · The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See "About handling of your camcorder" (p. 104). · To prevent discs from being broken or recorded images from being lost, do not do the following when either of the respective lamps of the POWER switch (p. 25) or the access lamps (p. 28, 29) is on: ­ to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder. ­ to apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder. · You cannot use any type of memory card except "Memory Stick Duo." · "Memory Stick PRO" and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" can be used only with "Memory Stick PRO" compatible equipment. · Do not attach a label or the like on a "Memory Stick Duo" or a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. When using a "Memory Stick Duo" with "Memory Stick" compatible equipment Be sure to insert the "Memory Stick Duo" into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor · When connecting your camcorder to another device with a USB cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in the correct way. Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will damage the terminal and may result in a malfunction of your camcorder. About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens · A menu item that is grayed out is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. · The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen and the Continued , Using the camcorder · Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. 7 Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued) viewfinder. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. operating procedures. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). About this manual · The LCD screens and the viewfinder images and indicators shown in this manual were taken with a digital still camera, and may look different from what you actually see. · Design and specifications of recording media and other accessories are subject to change without notice. · The illustration used in this manual are based on the model DCR-DVD308. · Disc in this Operating Guide refers to 8cm DVD discs. Black point White, red, blue or green point · Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause malfunctions. · Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. Take images of the sun only in low light conditions, such as at dusk. About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The number value indicates the amount of light from a subject coming into the lens. On recording · Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems. You cannot delete images once you record them on a DVD-R/DVD+R DL. Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for trial recording (p. 14). · Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. · TV color systems differ depending on the countries/regions. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. · Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws. About the marks used in this manual · The operations available depend on the disc used. The following marks are used to indicate the type of disc you can use for a particular operation. About language setting The on-screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the 8 Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ......3 Read this before operating your camcorder .................................... 5 Subject examples and solutions 11 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects ......................................... 37 Recording in mirror mode ............. 37 Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) (DCR-DVD308/DVD708) ............... 37 Playback .....................................39 Using PB zoom ............................. 41 Playing back a series of still images (Slide show) .................................. 41 Enjoying with your camcorder What you can do with your camcorder .................................. 12 Choosing a disc .......................... 14 Using your camcorder ................ 16 " HOME" and " OPTION" - Taking advantage of two types of menus ........................................ 18 Playing the picture on a TV ........42 Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) .......................44 Editing (OTHERS) category .............48 Deleting images ..........................48 Dividing the image ......................50 Creating the Playlist ...................51 Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders ....................................54 Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) .....55 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items .................................................... 21 Step 2: Charging the battery pack .................................................... 22 Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time ............ 25 Changing the language setting 26 Utilizing recording media (MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) category ......................................57 Playing a disc on other devices ....................................................57 Finding the right disc (DISC SELECT GUIDE) ........................58 Deleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting) ................................59 Recording additional scenes after finalizing ....................................60 Step 4: Preparing for recording .................................................... 27 Step 5: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo" ................... 28 Recording/Playback Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam) .............. 31 Recording ................................... 34 Zooming ........................................ 36 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCRDVD308/DVD708) ......................... 36 Recording in dark places (NightShot plus) .............................................. 37 Continued , 9 Table of Contents (Continued) Customizing your camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU ............................ 62 Using the HOME MENU ................ 62 List of the (SETTINGS) category items .............................................. 63 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ......................... 85 Warning indicators and messages .................................................... 94 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad .... 98 Maintenance and precautions .. 100 Specifications ........................... 108 MOVIE SETTINGS .................... 64 (Items for recording movies) PHOTO SETTINGS ................... 66 (Items for recording still images) VIEW IMAGES SET ................... 67 (Items to customize the display) Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ... 111 Indicators displayed during recording/playback ................... 115 Glossary ................................... 118 Index ........................................ 119 SOUND/DISP SET .................... 69 (Items to adjust beep and the screen) OUTPUT SETTINGS ................. 70 (Items for when connecting other devices) CLOCK/ LANG ........................ 71 (Items to set clock and language) Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español 122 GENERAL SET .......................... 72 (Other setup items) Activating functions using the OPTION MENU ..................... 73 Using the OPTION MENU ............. 73 Recording items on the OPTION MENU ............................................ 74 Viewing items on the OPTION MENU ....................................................... 74 Functions set in the OPTION MENU .................................................... 75 Using a Computer What you can do with Windows computer .................................... 80 Installing the "First Step Guide" and software ..................................... 81 Viewing "First Step Guide" ......... 83 Using a Macintosh computer ..... 84 10 Subject examples and solutions Shooting Flowers in close-up A child on the stage under a spot light B PORTRAIT ...................................... 77 B FOCUS............................................ 75 B TELE MACRO ................................. 75 B SPOTLIGHT.....................................77 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen B FOCUS............................................ 75 B SPOT FOCUS.................................. 75 Fireworks with all its splendor B FIREWORKS....................................76 B FOCUS ............................................75 Getting a good shot of a ski slope or beach B BACK LIGHT ................................... 37 B BEACH............................................ 77 B SNOW ............................................ 77 A sleeping child under dim light B NightShot plus ................................37 B COLOR SLOW SHTR .......................78 Checking your golf swing B SPORTS ......................................... 77 11 Enjoying with your camcorder What you can do with your camcorder Your camcorder records image data on 8cm DVD*. It is more convenient than video tape and far more versatile. Taking beautiful shots easily No rewinding to start recording (p.31, 34) Recorded images are stored in empty areas on the disc so there is no risk that valuable recordings are accidentally overwritten. Since no rewinding is necessary prior to recording, you can start shooting any time you desire. b Notes · Still images can be recorded only on "Memory Stick Duo." You can find a scene quickly using a VISUAL INDEX screen (p.32, 39) The VISUAL INDEX screen allows you to check recorded at a glance. All you have to do is touch the scene you want to view. The disc does not wear out no matter how many times you play it back. The precious moments you have captured on disc last for a long time. Records widescreen format and 5.1ch surround sound (p.36, 37) You can record high quality widescreen images on a wide LCD screen that shows the same 16:9 angle of view as a wide TV. Realistic 5.1ch surround sound can also be directly recorded onto the disc. b Notes · Some models may not support wide screen and 5.1 ch surround recording. * DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) is a high-capacity optical disc. 12 A recorded disc can be played back on a variety of devices Playback on a DVD device or DVD drive (p.44) You can play back recorded and finalized** discs on a home DVD device, DVD recorder or DVD drive of a computer that supports 8cm disc. When finalizing the disc, you can create DVD menus to enable quick access to scenes you want to view. Enjoying with your camcorder Playback on widescreen TV and home theater (p.42) Images recorded in widescreen format can be played back on a wide TV with complete panoramic effect. Discs are also recorded with 5.1ch surround sound to provide full sound on a home theater. b Notes · Some models may not support wide screen and 5.1 ch surround recording. Connecting camcorder to a computer High-speed image transfer (p.80) Image data can be quickly transferred to a computer without requiring playback. Computers with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) provide even faster image transfer. Using the supplied software to edit and copy (p.80) Picture Motion Browser, the software supplied with your camcorder allows you to edit movies or still images stored in your computer to create your original DVD. Copying discs could not be easier enabling you to share your precious moments with family and friends. ** Finalizing: a process to make it possible to play back recorded DVD on other DVD devices (p.44). 13 Choosing a disc Your camcorder is compatible with 8cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R and DVD+R DL. It does not support 12cm discs. Recording time Expected recordable time on one side of the disc. The recordable time varies depending on type of discs or recording mode. Apporoximate recordable time ( ) : the minimum recording time Recording mode 9M (HQ) (high quality) 6M (SP) (standard quality) 3M (LP) (long play) z Tips 20 (18) 30 (18) 60 (44) 35 (32) 55 (32) 110 (80) · Figures such as 9M and 6M in the table show the average bit rate. M stands for Mbps. · If you use a double-sided disc, you can record on both sides of the disc (p.100). Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. This technology causes fluctuations in the recording time of a disc. Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are recordedat a higher bit rate, and this reduces the overall recording time. Recording format for DVD-RW When you use a DVD-RW, you can choose the recording format from VIDEO mode or VR mode. In this manual, VIDEO mode is indicated as and VR mode as . A recording format that is compatible with most DVD devices, especially after finalizing. In VIDEO mode, only the most recent image can be erased. A recording format that enables editing with your camcorder (deleting and rearranging the order of images). A finalized disc can be played back in DVD devices that support VR mode. VIDEO mode and VR mode Glossary (p.118) 14 Disc format features Disc types and symbols Figures in parentheses ( ) indicate page numbers. DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Enjoying with your camcorder Symbols used in this manual Both 16:9 (wide) and 4:3 movie can be recorded on the same disc (37) Deleting the most recent recording (49) Deleting or editing recordings on your camcorder z z ­ z z z ­ z z z z *1z*1 ­ z ­ z *1­*3 z ­ ­ ­ z z ­ z ­ ­ ­ z z z (48) Using a disc repeatedly even if the disc becomes full by formatting*2 (59) Finalizing required to play on other devices (44) Creating the DVD menu when you finalize the disc (47) Making longer recordings on a side of a disc ­ ­ z ­ *1 Refer to the instruction manual of your DVD device to see whether it supports the VR mode of DVD-RW. *2 Formatting deletes all recordings and returns the recording medium to its original empty state (p.59). Even when using a new disc, format it with your camcorder (p.28). *3 Finalizing is required to play the disc in a DVD drive on a computer. A DVD+RW that is not finalized may cause the computer to malfunction. 15 Using your camcorder 1Preparing (See page 21 to 30.) Select the disc that best suits your needs. Do you want to delete or edit images on your camcorder? Yes No Do you want to delete images and reuse the disc? Yes No For long recording * Select the recording format and format the disc on your camcorder (p.28). z Tips · You can select the disc from [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p.58). 2Recording, playback, editing (See pages 34, 39, and 48.) What you can do with your camcorder depends on the type of disc (p.15). 3Viewing on your camcorder (See pages 32 and 39) You can also connect it to a TV for viewing (p.42). Continued on the next page 16 4Viewing on another DVD device (See pages 44, 57.) To view a disc recorded on your camcorder on other DVD devices, you need to finalize it first. Enjoying with your camcorder Finalize DVD device / DVD recorder Notes · The less the recording volume of the disc is, the more it takes time to finalize the disc. The features of a finalized disc depend on disc type. DVD drive Finalize Finalize Like commercially sold DVD, this disc can be played back in most DVD devices after finalizing. Recordings cannot be added even if there is free space left. Unfinalizing allows you to add recordings (p.60). Finalize Finalize The disc can be played back in a device compatible with the DVD-RW VR mode. Recordings can be added without unfinalizing. The disc can be played back without finalizing. But finalizing is required in some cases. For details, see page 44. Playback compatibility Playback compatibility with any DVD device is not guaranteed. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD device or consult your dealer. 17 " HOME" and " OPTION" - Taking advantage of two types of menus " HOME MENU" - the starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 19) Category B Categories and items of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category Items MOVIE* PHOTO* Page 35 35 (MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) category Items FINALIZE* DISC SELECT GUIDE FORMAT* FORMAT* UNFINALIZE DISC INFO Page 44 58 59 60 60 57 (VIEW IMAGES) category Items VISUAL INDEX* PLAYLIST Page 39 51 (OTHERS) category Items DELETE* EDIT PLAYLIST EDIT PRINT COMPUTER Page 48 50 51 55 80 (SETTINGS) category To customize your camcorder (p. 62). * You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 31). For items available in the (SETTINGS) category, see page 63. 18 Using the HOME MENU 4 Touch the item you want to use. Example: [EDIT] Enjoying with your camcorder 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 5 Continue operation by following the guidance on the screen. 2 Press To hide the HOME MENU screen (HOME) A (or B). Touch . (HOME) B When you want to know something about the function of each item on the HOME MENU - HELP 1 Press (HOME). The HOME MENU appears. (HOME) A 2 Touch (HELP). 3 Touch the category you want to use. Example: (OTHERS) category The bottom of the turns orange. (HELP) button Continued , 19 " HOME" and " OPTION" (Continued) 3 Touch the item you want to know the content. MOVIE Records a movie. Activate? YES NO When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the option, touch [YES], otherwise, touch [NO]. To deactivate the HELP Touch (HELP) again in step 2. Using the OPTION MENU Just a touch on the screen during recording or playback displays the functions available at that moment. You will find it easy to make various settings. See page 73 for further details. (OPTION) 20 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 22) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p. 22) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 80) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Power cord (1) (p. 22) Getting Started A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 42, 54) USB cable (1) (p. 55) Wireless Remote Commander (DCRDVD308/DVD708) (1) (p. 114) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. 21 Step 2: Charging the battery pack POWER switch 2 1 3 DC IN jack Jack cover Battery DC plug 4 4 Power cord To the wall outlet CHG (charge) lamp AC Adaptor You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 103) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes · You can use only "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack H series. 4 Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. 1 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (The default setting). 5 Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. Notes · Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camcorder. Open the jack cover, and connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor. Match the v mark on the DC plug with the v mark on your camcorder. To remove the battery pack Turn the POWER switch to OFF(CHG). Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack. 22 Remaining battery (approx.) BATT (battery) release lever Recording capacity (approx.) Notes · When you remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor, make sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 25) is turned off. Getting Started Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Battery pack Charging time When storing the battery pack Fully discharge the battery before storing it for an extended period. NP-FH40 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 125 135 170 390 To use an outside power source Make the same connections as you do when charging the battery pack. The battery pack will not lose its charge in this case. To check the remaining battery (Battery Info) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then press DISP/BATT INFO. Recording time Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack. DCR-DVD108/DVD608 Battery pack Continuous recording time Typical recording time* NP-FH40 (supplied) NP-FH50 95 100 110 120 235 255 545 590 45 50 50 55 110 120 260 285 After a while, the approximate recordable time and battery information appear for about 7 seconds. You can view the battery information for up to 20 seconds by pressing DISP/BATT INFO again while the information is displayed. NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Continued , 23 Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued) DCR-DVD308/DVD708 Battery pack Continuous recording time Typical recording time* DCR-DVD308/DVD708 Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed NP-FH40 (supplied) 85 95 95 100 110 110 40 45 45 50 50 50 105 110 110 235 260 260 NP-FH40 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 110 130 280 635 125 145 315 725 NP-FH50 * When the LCD backlight is on. On the battery pack · Before changing the battery pack, Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and turn off the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 25). · The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 23) will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions: ­ The battery pack is not attached correctly. ­ The battery pack is damaged. ­ The battery pack is worn-out (For Battery Info only). · The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet. · When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use an NP-FH70/NPFH100 battery pack (DCR-DVD308/DVD708). · We do not recommend using an NP-FH30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with your camcorder. On the charging/recording/playback time · Times measured when using the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F) (10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is recommended). · The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. · The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. On the AC Adaptor · Use the nearby wall outlet when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the NP-FH70 215 235 235 NP-FH100 495 545 545 * Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming. Notes · All times measured with recording mode [SP] under the following conditions: Top: When the LCD backlight turns on. Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off (DCR-DVD308/DVD708). Bottom: Recording time when recording with the viewfinder while the LCD panel is closed. Playing time Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack. DCR-DVD108/DVD608 Battery pack LCD panel opened LCD panel closed NP-FH40 (supplied) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 120 140 300 695 135 155 330 760 24 wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. · Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. · Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. · Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor. Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. POWER switch Getting Started 1 While pressing the green button, turn the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of the arrow until the respective lamp lights up. (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images The [CLOCK SET] screen appears. 2 Select the desired geographical area with v/V, then touch [NEXT]. 3 Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], then touch [NEXT]. Continued , 25 Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time (Continued) 4 Set [Y] (year) with v/V. 1 1 AM camcorder without any operation attempted for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 72). z Tips · The date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the disc, and can be displayed during playback (see page 67 for [DATA CODE]). · Refer to page 99 for information concerning "World time difference." · If the buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly, adjust the LCD screen ([CALIBRATION], p. 105). 5 Select [M] with b/B, then set the month with v/V. 6 Set [D] (day), hour and minute in the same way, then touch [NEXT]. Changing the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS)t[CLOCK/ LANG]t[ LANGUAGE SET], then select the desired language. 7 Make sure that the clock is correctly set, then touch . The clock starts. You can set any year up to the year 2037. To turn off the power Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). To reset the date and time Select (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [CLOCK SET], and set the date and time. b Notes · If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (p. 107). · It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on. You cannot operate your camcorder during this time. · In the setting at the time of purchase, the power turns off automatically if you leave your 26 Step 4: Preparing for recording Opening the lens cover Slide the LENS COVER switch to OPEN. BATT INFO for a few seconds until disappears. b Notes · Do not press the buttons on the LCD frame when you open or adjust the LCD panel. z Tips · If you open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations. · On the HOME MENU, touch (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 69) to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. · The information is displayed or hidden (display y no display) each time you press DISP BATT/INFO. Getting Started After recording, set the LENS COVER switch to CLOSE to close the lens cover. LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 190 degrees to the 290 degrees camcorder (max.) Viewfinder You can view images using the viewfinder to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the image seen on the LCD screen is poor. Viewfinder DISP/BATT INFO 2180 degrees (max.) Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it until the image becomes clear. z Tips · You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder backlight by selecting (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [VF B.LIGHT] on the HOME MENU (p. 69). To turn off the LCD backlight to make the battery last longer (DCR-DVD308/DVD708) Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until appears. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or you want to save battery power. The recorded image will not be affected by the setting. To turn on the LCD backlight, press and hold DISP/ 27