2-319-497-11(1) Enjoying with your camcorder 10 Digital Video Camera Recorder Getting Started 19 Recording/Playback 29 Operating Guide DCR-DVD106E/DVD108E/ DVD109E/DVD306E/DVD308E/ DVD608E/DVD708E Editing Utilizing recording media Customizing your camcorder Using a Computer Troubleshooting Additional Information 46 55 60 78 83 96 GB Quick 110 Reference 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 Read this before operating your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ATTENTION The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit. This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again. 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 UNITED KINGDOM A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 (i.e., marked with or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Applicable Accessory: Remote Commander (DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E) FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE 2 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. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD608E 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. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-DVD708E 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. 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 digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. 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. 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) CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. 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. Types of the disc you can use in your camcorder You can use the following discs only. Continued , 3 Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued) ­ 8cm DVD-RW ­ 8cm DVD+RW ­ 8cm DVD-R ­ 8cm DVD+R DL Use the discs with marks listed below. See page 12 for details. "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 For reliability durability of recording / playback, we recommend that you use Sony discs or discs with an *(for 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 Using the camcorder · Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. camcorder. * 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. 99). "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. 102). · 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. 23) or the access lamps (p. 26, 27) 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 4 · 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 viewfinder. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. 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. 12). · 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 a PAL 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 language setting The on-screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 24). 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-DVD308E. · 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. Continued , On recording · Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any 5 Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued) MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The number value indicates the amount of light from a subject coming into the lens. 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. 6 Table of Contents Read this before operating your camcorder .................................... 2 Subject examples and solutions ...................................................... 9 Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) (DCR-DVD306E/DVD308E/DVD708E) ....................................................... 35 Playback .....................................37 Using PB zoom ............................. 39 Playing back a series of still images (Slide show) .................................. 39 Enjoying with your camcorder What you can do with your camcorder .................................. 10 Choosing a disc .......................... 12 Using your camcorder ................ 14 " HOME" and " OPTION" - Taking advantage of two types of menus ........................................ 16 Playing the picture on a TV ....................................................40 Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) .......................42 Editing (OTHERS) category .............46 Deleting images ..........................46 Dividing the image ......................48 Creating the Playlist ...................49 Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders ....................................52 Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) ....................................................53 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items .................................................... 19 Step 2: Charging the battery pack .................................................... 20 Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time ............ 23 Changing the language setting ....................... ...