FCC ID: AK8DCRIP7 Digital Video Camera - Bluetooth

by: Sony Corporation latest update: 2001-09-10 model: DCRIP7

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PC120/PC120BT Network Function Operating Instructions Registration code 2001 Sony Corporation On trademarks ImageStation is the registered trademark of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick and The BLUETOOTH trademarks are owned by their proprietor and used by Sony are the registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Corporation under license. NetFront by Access Co., Ltd. is adopted for the Internet function of this product. NetFront is registered trademark of Access Co., Ltd in Japan. Copyright 1996 2000 ACCESS CO., LTD. Portions of the supplied software are based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group. All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, and are not mentioned in each case in this manual. No compensation for your recording Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback of attached or downloaded files is not made due to a malfunction, storage media, etc. Precaution Before using the network function, be sure to set up the clock of the camcorder. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the camcorder. If you use the network function without setting the clock, you may not send or receive e-mail, or view a Web page. Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC power adaptor while in NETWORK mode. The setup for the NETWORK mode may be lost. Also, exit the NETWORK mode when setting the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or switching the mode. We recommend that you make backup copies of the e-mail messages, the network preferences. These may be lost due to a memory corruption. As for the network preferences, write them down on paper. (Use Setup memo on page XX.) Also, these data may be lost when repairing the camcorder by services. The network function is available only in the country or area where you purchased the camcorder. The reset button cannot reset the network preferences. For customers in CANADA Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. 2 Table of contents 3 Introduction Network function on the camcorder The camcorder can access the Internet through your provider by a dial-up networking connection with a Bluetooth device, and view a Web page, send and receive e-mail with images attached to it. Bluetooth specification ver. 1.1 is adopted for the communication system of the camcorder, and Compatible Bluetooth profiles are Generic Access Profile and Dial-up Networking Profiles. Customer registration makes you use Sony Style Connect for setting network preferences easily and An album on the Web for providing a special photo album on the Internet for the user. The album on the Web uses the function of ImageStation. Your camcorder Bluetooth device, such as the Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth function To the Internet Access the Internet easily You can view a Web page via the Internet. Send/receive your e-mail You can send or receive e-mail anytime, and attach images to e-

mail. 4 Network function on the camcorder Making your album on the Web You can upload images to your album, and view or edit your album. Easy network preferences (Sony Style Connect) Using Sony Style Connect, you can easily set the Internet and e-mail preferences. Once you make the DI customer registration, you can get your DI customer ID and password. Entering your DI customer ID, password, and telephone number of an access point, you can access the Internet right away. To use Sony Style Connect, the customer registration and sign-up with the recommended internet service provider

(R-net) are required. Before using the network function, be sure to set up the clock of the camcorder. The clock is not set up at the default setting. You also have to set up the camcorder and the peripheral device, and make registrations (Customer registration, internet service provider sign-up, etc.) 5 Network function on the camcorder Before using the network function Check that the procedure for using the network function following the flowchart below. When using all of the network function An album on the Web, e-mail, browser ika mitei When using e-mail and browser of the network function ika mitei 6 Network function on the camcorder Required procedures list 7 Overview of the Bluetooth wireless technology What is the Bluetooth wireless technology?

The Bluetooth wireless technology allows communication between various Bluetooth devices without using cables. Devices which can use this technology include PCs, computer peripheral devices, PDAs, and mobile phones. This omnidirectional communication system enables communication even if the Bluetooth devices is in a bag or there are obstacles between the devices. Also, the Bluetooth wireless technology has an advanced security, such as scramble frequency, data encryption. Authentication Authentication routine can block unspecified users access to this network. When making a communication with an unregistered Bluetooth device, register each other by entering a common pass key to each device, first. When connecting with a registered Bluetooth device, communication starts without entering the pass key. 8 Basic operations in the NETWORK mode This section describes basic control ways to operate the camcorder, which are used for the network operations. How to use the Network Menu To access the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

[a]: Send and receive e-mail. For details, see Using e-mail on page XX.

[b]: Upload the images to your album on the Web and post the images on the Internet. For details, see Making your album on the Web on page XX.

[c]: View a Web page through the Internet. For details, see Viewing Web pages on page XX.

[d]: You have to make various setup through this menu before using the network function. For details, see Setting network preferences on page XX. 9 Basic operations in the NETWORK mode How to use the control button Most of the network operations are carried out by the control button. Select a button on the screen using the control button, then enter it by pressing the control button. Note The shape of the control button differs depending on your camcorder model.

(1) Press v/V/b/B on the control button repeatedly to select the desired button displayed on the screen. The selected button turns orange.

(2) Press the center z on the control button to enter it.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 to execute the function. The procedure above is referred to as Select [XXXX], then execute it in this network function operating instructions. How to input characters You have to frequently enter characters, such as e-mail addresses, Web page addresses

(URL) to use the network function. This section describes how to input characters. 1 Selecting the character type

(1) Display the character input screen.

10 Basic operations in NETWORK

(2) Select either of the character type tab. ROMAN: When inputting alphabetical characters. 123: When inputting numerical characters. When selecting ROMAN When selecting 123

2 Inputting characters

(1) Select the key which has the character you want to input.

(2) Press the center z on the control button to enter it. Pressing it repeatedly selects the other characters on the key. When inputting the same character or the other characters on the same key, select another key using v/V/b/B on the control button, then select the previous key again. For details on available characters, see the The characters list on page XX.

(3) Repeat steps 1 and 2 to input characters.

(4) After you input the characters, select [Enter], then execute it. The screen which is displayed before you display the character input screen appears. Note Even if you cancel inputting characters, select [Enter], then execute it to exit the character input screen. To delete the character Select [<] or [,]. Each time you press the center z on the control button, the cursor is moved to the left or right. Move the cursor at the right of the character you want to delete, select [Back Space], then execute it. The character at the left of the cursor is deleted. 11 Basic operations in NETWORK To add a character Select [<] or [,]. Each time you press the center z on the control button, the cursor is moved to the left or right. Move the cursor at the position you want to add a character, then input characters. To start a new line Select [

], then execute it. E.g., Enter Hello into the Subject item on the Send screen

(1) Select the abc tab.

(2) Select [ghi], then press the center z on the control button five times. H is entered.

(3) Select [def], then press the center z on the control button twice. e is entered.

(4) Select [jkl], then press the center z on the control button three times. l is entered.

12 Basic operations in NETWORK

(5) Select [

], then execute it. The cursor moves to the next position.

(6) Select [jkl], then press the center z on the control button three times. l is entered.

(7) Select [mno], then press the center z on the control button three times. o is entered.

(8) Select [enter], execute it. Hello is entered and the Send screen appears again.

13 Basic operations in NETWORK The available characters list Alphabetical characters Key Character abc def ghi jkl mno pqrs tuv wxyz a t b t c t A t B t C t a t... d t e t f t D t E t F t d t... g t h t i t G t H t I t g t... j t k t l t J t K t L t j t... m t n t o t M t N t O t m t... p t q t r t s t P t Q t R t S t p t... t t u t v t T t U t V t t t... w t x t y t z t W t X t Y t Z t w t... Symbol characters Key Character

. t ' t , t ? t ! t . t... ',?!

@/~\^ @ t / t ~ t \ t ^ t @ t... www. www. t .com t .net t .html t www. t...

A: t t t t... E: t t t t... I: t t t t... O: t t t t... U: t t t t... Y: #

A: t t t... E:

O: t t t... U:

a: t t t t... e: t t t t... i: t t t t... o: t t t t... u: t t t t... y: #

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| t < t > t { t } t | t...

( t ) t [ t ] t ( t... t + t - t = t _ t . t...

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14 Basic operations in NETWORK Numerical characters Key Character 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 How to use the toolbar on the browser When you access the Internet and view a Web page, you can make various operations using the toolbar. While the browse screen is displayed, press BROWSER MENU on the camcorder to display the toolbar. For details on BROWSER MENU, refer to the operating instructions of the camcorder. To show the toolbar

(1) Press BROWSER MENU on the camcorder. The following toolbar appears.

(2) Press V on the control button. The rest of the toolbar buttons appear.

To hide the toolbar Press BROWSER MENU on the camcorder again. The toolbar disappears. 15 Basic operations in NETWORK The buttons on the toolbar The buttons on the upper stage Button Function

(Previous Page)

(Next Page)

(Reflesh)

(Stop)

(New URL)

(Bookmark)

(Line Close)

@ (Exit) Go to the previous page in your step Go to the next page in your step Refresh the current page Use this button when images or characters on the Web page are not displayed properly. Stop loading the current page Jump to another page Bookmark the current page (Bookmarks are stored in the camcorder.) Bookmarking is convenient to access the frequently-visited pages. Disconnect the phone line Exit the browser The buttons on the lower stage Button Function

(Zoom)

(Frame Select)

(Page Information)

(Page Memo) Change the page size Change the frame of the page to be controled. Use on the pages that the frames are separated. Show the title and URL of the current page Store the current page in the Memory Stick. You can view the page without accessing the Internet. 16 Preparation Registering a Bluetooth device This section describes making a registration with a Bluetooth device. Here describes the procedure when registering the Sony Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function. Once the registration is made, the camcorder can connect with the Bluetooth device without deleting its registration. Up to three Bluetooth devices can be registered. Also, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth device. Notes When using the Sony BTA-NW1 Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function, install it on a location that has no obstacles between the camcorder and the device, and the distance must be within 10 m (3.3 feet). The connection may be interrupted depending on the communication condition. When using the Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function 1 Preparing the Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function Set the Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function into the connection standby state

(BONDING). For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function. 2 Specifying the Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function as the connection device

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

17 Registering a Bluetooth device

(2) Select [

Setup], then execute it. The Setup screen appears.

(3) Select [Bluetooth Setup], then execute it. The Bluetooth Setup screen appears.

(4) Select [Select], then execute it. The Bluetooth devices list appears. When making a registration for the first time, only [Return] and [New] are indicated. The list shows up to three Bluetooth devices. When selecting the Bluetooth device listed on it, see the section Selecting other Bluetooth devices from the list on page XX.

Tip The last-used Bluetooth equipped device is listed next to [New].

(5) Select [New], then execute it. The camcorder starts searching Bluetooth devices. When the searching is completed, the available Bluetooth devices list appears.

Notes The searching time is for about 10 to 60 seconds. This time depends on the number of Bluetooth devices around the camcorder. If the Bluetooth device you want to register is not searched, carry out the procedure again from step 4. 18 Registering a Bluetooth device

(6) Select the desired Bluetooth device, then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(7) Enter the pass key. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX. E. g., When using the BTA-NW1 Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function, the pass key is its serial number which is indicated on the label on the rear panel. MODEM ADAPTOR WITH BLUETOOTHTM FUNCTION MODEL NO. BTA-NW1 Pass key The number used when registering a Bluetooth device Tip on Pass key The pass key is an identification number needed to allow two Bluetooth devices to communicate with each other. The connection will be permitted after entering the pass key. This Pass key is also referred to as a Bluetooth pass key, PIN, Bluetooth PIN, etc. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth adaptor.

(8) Select [Enter], then execute it. After the registration is completed, the Bluetooth Setup screen appears again. The selected Bluetooth device is specified.

Note When the message Bluetooth Registration Error Check The Passkey is indicated, select [OK], then execute it. Carry out the procedure again from step 4.

(9) Select [Exit], then execute it. The Setup screen appears again. For details on how to turn off the Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function. 19 Registering a Bluetooth device

(10)Select [Exit], then execute it. The Network Menu appears again. When the registration was failed Carry out the procedure When using the Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function on page xx again from step 4. Displaying self information You can display your camcorder information.

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

(2) Select [

Setup], then execute it. The Setup screen appears.

(3) Select [Bluetooth Setup], then execute it. The Bluetooth Setup screen appears.

(4) Select [Self information], then execute it. The Bluetooth: Self information screen appears.

The model name This is the unique address equipped with each camcorder at the factory. This is used when exchanging information between the devices. This cannot be modified. 20 Registering a Bluetooth device To clear the Self Information Select [Return], then execute it. Radio wave indication indicates a radio wave condition with the connected Bluetooth device. (Use this indication as a guide.) Deleting the registered Bluetooth device from the list Up to three Bluetooth devices can be registered on the camcorder. When deleting the Bluetooth device from the list, follow the procedure below.

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

(2) Select [

Setup], then execute it. The Setup screen appears.

(3) Select [Bluetooth Setup], then execute it. The Bluetooth Setup screen appears.

21 Registering a Bluetooth device

(4) Select [Select], then execute it. The Bluetooth devices list appears.

(5) Select the device you want to delete, then execute it. The device name and address of the selected device are indicated.

(6) Select [Delete], then execute it. The selected device is deleted from the list. Selecting other Bluetooth devices from the list Select the Bluetooth device you want to specify, then execute it in step 4 in When using the Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function on page XX. The Self Information screen appears. Select [OK], then execute it. 22 Customer registration DI customer registration Once you make a DI customer registration (Digital Imaging customer registration), you can XXXXX You can make a DI customer registration one of the following ways:

1 Online registration though the Web site for DI customer registration 2 Online registration using the supplied CD-ROM 3 Online registration though the camcorder For making an online registration through the camcorder, the private line will be used. Since the telephone number is toll-free, that telephone toll will not be charged. Note You have to register a Bluetooth device beforehand. For details, see Registering a Bluetooth device on page XX. Once you make the registration, your DI customer ID and password are issued right away. Making the online registration through the camcorder Once you make the online registration through the camcorder, the DI customer ID and password are issued right away. For making an online registration through the camcorder, the private line will be used. Since the telephone number is toll-free, that telephone toll will not be charged. Notes Set up the camcorder to connect with the Bluetooth device. It takes a lot of time to make an online registration through the camcorder. Use the supplied AC power adaptor when making an online registration through the camcorder. Be sure to set up the clock of the camcorder beforehand. For details, refer to the section Setting up the clock in the operating instructions of the camcorder.

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

23 Customer registration

(2) Select [

Setup], then execute it. The Setup screen menu appears.

(3) Select [Online Registration], then execute it. The screen for verifying the connection appears. Select [OK], then execute it. The camcorder starts connecting to the site. Once the connection is completed, the online registration screen appears. Set the Bluetooth device to connection standby with the camcorder beforehand. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth device.

(4) Register your information following the indication on the screen. When registering for the first time, select [????] from the menu, and when you already have your DI customer ID, select [????].

Note When making an online registration through the camcorder, the connection will be automatically disconnected after a period of time. However, data entry can be done offline. When the camcorder need to connect with the site, the screen for verifying the connection appears. Select [OK], then execute it, the connection will be established again. Entry your DI customer ID and password DI customer ID Password Be careful to manage your DI customer ID and password so that they are not detected. Making the registration other than the online registration through your camcorder XXXX 24 Internet service provider To access the Internet, you have to sign-up with an internet service provider (ISP). The provider is as an intermediary between your camcorder and the Internet. After you sign-up a provider; you can view various Web pages through the Internet, you can send and receive e-mail by using your e-mail address. The e-mail address is a destination address in e-mail transmission. Also, various services may be available depending on a provider. Notes A credit card may be required to sign-up with some of providers. The connection fee depends on each provider. Using the recommended provider (R-net) XXX XXX XXX XXX The R-net users or users who will intend to sign-up R-net can use the Sony Style Connect function. (The registration is required.) The Sony Style Connect function is to easily set the Internet and e-mail preferences. Once you make the DI customer registration, you can get your DI customer ID and password. Entering your DI customer ID, password, and telephone number of an access point, you can access the Internet right away. Using a general provider When using a general provider or not using the Sony Style Connect function, you have to set the Internet and e-mail preferences. For details on setup, see Setting network preferences on page XX. Note You cannot use the network function using the provider that its exclusive browser software is needed. 25 Registering with Sony Style Connect You can make a online registration with Sony Style Connect using the camcorder. You can also sigh-up with R-net during the registration. Registration with Sony Style Connect is done by either of the following ways:

1 Make the DI customer registration online, and make the Sony Style Connect registration continuously 2 Make the DI customer registration to get DI customer ID and password beforehand, then make the Sony Style Connect registration online Note The users who made a DI customer registration and got a DI customer ID and password when purchasing other Sony product have to make a customer registration from XXXXXXX on the online registration screen. 26 Registering with Sony Style Connect 27 Making a registration for your album on the Web 28 Making a registration for your album on the Web 29 Setting network preferences You have to access the Internet to make your album on the Web, view a Web page, or send or receive your e-mail. This section describes how to set network preferences to access the Internet. Entering your customer ID and password Enter your customer ID and password you obtained by the DI customer registration. This setup is required for making your album on the Web.

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

(2) Select [

Setup], then execute it. The Setup screen appears.

(3) Select [Network Setup], then execute it. The Network Setup screen appears.

(4) Select [ID], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(5) Enter your DI customer ID. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX. 30 Setting network preferences

(6) Select [Enter], then execute it. The Network Setup screen appears again.

(7) Select [Password], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(8) Enter your password. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX. Note When you check the item Verify Password in the Network Options screen, you cannot enter your password. If you try to enter it, the message Password Already Set Check The Password Profile appears.

(9) Select [Enter], then execute it. The Network Setup screen appears again.

Tip While inputting password characters, they are visible as they are. However, after it has been entered, each character is indicated as . If you enter your password again, delete all before entering the password.

(10)Select [Exit], then execute it. The setup of the DI customer ID and password are completed, and the Setup screen appears again. 31 Setting network preferences Setting your provider preferences When using Sony Style Connect, carry out the following procedures: 1 Selecting your provider type on page xx, 2 Entering telephone numbers of your access points on page xx, and 4 Setting other preferences on page xx. When using other providers, carry out the following procedures: 1 Selecting your provider type on page xx, 3 Setting your provider preferences manually on page xx, and 4 Setting other preferences on page xx. Tip Even if you do not set up the items described in 4 Setting other preferences, you can access the Internet by using the default setting. Tip on password When you check the item Verify Password in the Network Options screen, you have to enter your password whenever you connect your provider. For details, see 4 Setting other preferences on page xx. 1 Selecting your provider type Select whether you are use Sony Style Connect or not.

(1) Select [Network Setup], then execute it. The Network Setup screen appears.

(2) Select your provider type. When using R-net:

1 Select [Sony Style Connect], then execute it. a is checked and changs to

32 Setting network preferences 2 Select [Setting], then execute it. The Provider Setting: Sony Style Connect screen appears.

Go to 2 Entering telephone numbers of your access points on page XX. When using other providers:

1 Select [Custom], then execute it. a is checked and changs to

2 Select [Setting], then execute it. The Provider Setup: Custom screen appears.

Go to 3 Setting your provider preferences manually on page XX. 2 Entering telephone numbers of your access points This setup is only for using Sony Style Connect. ??For more information on telephone numbers of access points, consult your nearest R-net.??

Tip on access point Most of the providers install the access points in various areas. We recommend that you select the most convenient access point in charge.

(1) Select [TEL1], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

33 Setting network preferences

(2) Enter the telephone number of your access point. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX.

(3) Select [Enter], then execute it. The Provider Setting: Sony Style Connect screen appears again.

Tip You can also register the telephone numbers of access points into [TEL2] and

[TEL3]. If necessary, enter the numbers into [TEL2] and [TEL3].

(4) Select [OK], then execute it. The telephone numbers registration is complete. Go to 4 Setting other preferences on page XX. 3 Setting your provider preferences manually This setup is only for using general providers. For details, consult your provider.

(1) Display the PPP screen following from step 3 in 1 Selecting your provider type on page XX. If the PPP screen is not displayed, select the PPP tab.

(2) Set up the following items:

ID: Enter your login name for accessing your provider using a dial-up connection. Tip on ID This ID is also referred to as a user ID, login name, PPP login name, network ID, account name, logon name, user name, etc. Password: Enter your password for accessing your provider using a dial-up connection. Tip on Password This Password is also referred to as a PPP password, network password, connection password, etc. 34 Setting network preferences Tip on dial-up connection The dial-up connection is to access the Internet using a phone line. DNS1: Enter the DNS (Domain Name System) server address of your provider. Tips on DNS1 This DNS1 is also referred to as a name server, primary DNS server, This entry is unnecessary depending on the provider. For details, consult your primary name server, etc. provider. DNS2: Enter the secondary DNS server address of your provider, if necessary. Tips on DNS2 This DNS2 is also referred to as a secondary DNS server etc. This entry is unnecessary depending on the provider. For details, consult your provider. TEL NO. 1: Enter the telephone numbers of your convenient access point. You can register up to three telephone numbers. Tip on access point Most of the providers install access points in various area. We recommend that you select the most convenient access point in charge. TEL No. 2/TEL No. 3: Enter second and third telephone numbers, if necessary.

(3) Select the Mail tab. The Mail screen appears.

(4) Set up the following items:

User ID: Enter your user ID name for your provider. Password: Enter your password of your e-mail address for accessing the POP server of your provider. Tip on Password This Password is also referred to as a mail password, mail server password, etc. Address: Enter your e-mail address. Tip on Address This Address is also referred to as a mail address, e-mail address, etc. 35 Setting network preferences SMTP Server: Enter the SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) server address of your provider. The SMTP server is for sending e-mail. Tip on SMTP Server This SMTP Server is also referred to as a mail server, SMTP mail server, etc. The SMTP server is the same as the POP server depending on the provider. POP Server: Enter the POP (Post Office Protocol) server address of your provider. The POP server is for receiving e-mail. Tip on POP Server This POP Server is also referred to as a mail server, POP3 server, etc. APOP: Select whether you use APOP. Tip on APOP APOP is the authentication protocol for security. When your provider supports APOP, we recommend that you check this item. For more information on whether the provider support APOP or not, consult your provider.

(5) Select the Browse tab. The Browse screen appears.

(6) Set up the following items:

Proxy: Enter the proxy server address of your provider. Port: Enter the port number of the proxy server of your provider. This entry may be unnecessary depending on your provider. For details, consult your provider.

(7) Select [Exit], then execute it. The setup is completed, and the Network Setup screen appears again.

(8) Select [Exit], then execute it. The Setup screen appears again. 4 Setting other preferences

(1) Display the Setup screen.

36 Setting network preferences

(2) Select [Network Options], then execute it. The Network Options screen appears.

(3) Set up the following items:

Verify Password: Select whether the password entry is required when you access your provider. When you check this item, you have to enter your DI customer ID password or password for accessing your provider each time you try to make a connection. Note When this item is checked:

You cannot set your DI customer ID password and the password for accessing your provider. You cannot use your album on the Web if you set your preferences manually. Tip on Verify Password When you check this item, you have to enter your DI customer password and your password for accessing your provider each time you try to make a connection. This can prevent other person from connecting your provider with your ID. Time Out: Select whether the connection is automatically canceled if no communication is made for specific time (1 minute, 2 minutes, 5 minutes, 15 minutes, or 30 minutes). Mail Send&Receive: Select whether check the e-mail inbox after sending e-mail. This item is checked at the factory. Restrict: Select whether to skip e-mail if its file size is more then 50 KB, 200 KB, or 500 KB. Save Mail to Server: Select whether to keep copies of the messages on the server. Note If you try to receive e-mail without checking this item, the e-mail message may not be able to receive and may lost from your server depending on the type of e-mail. For details, see Note on Save Mail to Server on page XX. Signature: Set up the signature when you attach your signature to e-mail. Browse Cookie: Select whether to accept a cookie. When you do not want to send your user identifying information, do not check this item. This item is checked at the factory. 37 Setting network preferences Image Display: Select whether to display images on the screen when viewing a Web page. This item is checked at the factory. Reset: Reset all the items on the Network Options screen except Signature and Modem Init. Note The screen for verification does not appear when you try to reset items. Modem Init: Set up the character sting of the modem initialization. If no setup is specified, you need not to modify this item.

(4) Select [Exit], then execute it. The Setup screen appears again. Note on Save Mail to Server When Save Mail to Server is not checked, the copies of the received e-mail messages will not be stored on the server. However, the following cases described below depend on the types of e-mail messages. See the table below. Messages*

Cause and/or Corrective Actions Memory Stick Memory Full Action Canceled Mail Over Size Limit Receiving Mail Canceled Attached Invalid File Type.... Deleted Mail Over Size Limit Message Deleted You tried to receive e-mail when the Memory Stick is already full 1). c Delete the e-mail, and delete unnecessary e-mail messages or image files in the Memory Stick, then receive e-mail again. c Insert another Memory Stick that has sufficient memory, then receive e-mail again. You tried to receive e-mail whose size is over the size set in the item Restrict 1). c You can receive that e-mail using your computer etc. c Delete the e-mail, and release the checkmark of the item Restrict, then receive e-mail again. You received e-mail that has the attached file whose file name extension is invalid 2). c The camcorder cannot receive the files other than the JPEG or MPEG format. You received e-mail that the number of characters of the message is more than 4000 2). c The camcorder cannot receive the e-mail message that has 4000 characters or more 3). Memory Stick Directory Error Attached File Deleted c Insert another Memory Stick that has sufficient memory, then receive e-mail again.

* These error messages are indicated on the top of a message. 1) The received e-mail is stored on the server when you did not check the item Save Mail to Server. You can receive that e-mail using your computer etc. 2) The received e-mail is not stored on the server when you did not check the item Save Mail to Server. You cannot also receive that e-mail using your computer etc. 3) As for the e-mail message that has lots of line break, the number of available characters is less than 4000. 38 Network Operation Making your album on the Web You can upload still or moving images to your album on the Web through the Internet and post the images on your album. The album on the Web is provided with ImageStation. You can make the image album on the Web as the simplified Web page and send an invitation card to invite your friends to your album. You can also access your album on the Web using your computer. To access from your computer, log in the ImageStation Web site using your DI customer ID and password. You can register your member name on the Web site. The member name is a nickname in the ImageStation Web site. Once you register your nickname; that nickname is indicated on your album when your album is opened using a computer, and that nickname is entried on your invitation card. For more information on ImageStation, see the Wesite of ImageStation

(http://www.imagestation.???????). Uploading your images to your album on the Web Using the album on the Web, you can upload your images to the album, or send invitation cards to your friends. This section describes how to upload your images and send invitation cards. As for moving images, upload images within the file size constraint of ImageStation. For details, see the ImageStation Web site (http://www. XXXXXXXX). Preparation Store the desired images in the Memory Stick and insert it into the camcorder. 1 Selecting the album number First, select the album number to upload images.

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

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(2) Select [

Album], then execute it. The Album screen appears.

(3) Select [

Upload], then execute it. The Web Album Upload screen appears.

(4) Select [Album No.], then execute it. The album list page appears.

(5) Select the desired album, then execute it. Selecting the album is complete.

The number of prepared albums There are 10 albums (ALBUM 01 to 10). 40 Making your album on the Web 2 Selecting images to upload Next, select the images to upload.

(1) Select [ImageSelect], then execute it. The image index list appears.

(2) Select the desired images. Move the yellow arrow mark onto the image you want to upload, then press the control button. The selected image is indicated by the checkmark (

To page up or down the image index list Select [<] or [,], then execute it. The next or previous page is displayed.

(3) Repeat step 2 to select other images. Notes The total number of images is 99, and the total file size is up to 3 MB. You cannot upload images to two albums or more at the same time.

(4) Select [OK], then execute it. The Album: Upload screen appears again. The total number of selected images and total file size are indicated.

When you only upload the images, go to 5 Uploading images on page XX. 41 Making your album on the Web 3 Sending an invitation card Select the addressee to send the invitation card.

(1) Select [Invitation], then execute it. The Album: Invitation screen appears.

(2) Select [To], then execute it. The address list appears. The list shows the destination addresses that are registered on the address book. For details on the address book, see Using the address book on page XX.

When you select the address listed on it, go to step 6. Tips The last-used address is listed next to New. Addresses are listed in the historical order.

(3) Select [@ New], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(4) Enter the e-mail address of the destination address. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX. 42 Making your album on the Web

(5) Select [Enter], then execute it. The Album: Invitation screen appears again. The new e-mail address is listed and its check box is indicated by the checkmark (

(6) If you send the invitation card to other addresses, select other e-mail addresses, then execute it. The check box of the selected e-mail address is indicated by the checkmark

(7) Select [@ Return], then execute it. The Album: Invitation screen appears again. Note If you try to send the invitation card with 50 addresses registered on the address book, the latest-used address will be deleted. The message Address Book Full Overwrite the Data with Current Address? appears for verification. When you overwrite it, select

[OK], then execute it. When you select [Cancel], delete the unnecessary address from the address book, then enter a new address. 4 Entering the text of a message Enter the text of the message. You can select the text from the message list, or modify it to use. The list shows up to six messages.

(1) Select [Message], then execute it. The message list appears.

43 Making your album on the Web The list shows the messages that were entered. When you select the message listed on it, select it from the list. When you use the selected text, select [OK], then execute it. After you select the message, go to 5 Uploading images on page XX. When you modify the selected text, select [Edit], then execute it. The character input screen appears. Go to step 3.

(2) Select [@ New], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(3) Enter the text. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX. Note The total number of characters is up to 512.

(4) Select [Enter], then execute it. The Album: Invitation screen appears again.

(5) Select [OK], then execute it. The Album: Upload screen appears again. Yes is indicated next to [Invitation].

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(1) Select [Send], then execute it. The screen for verifying the connection appears.

(2) Check the telephone number. When dialing to other telephone numbers Select [TEL No.], then execute it. The registered telephone number list appears. Select the desired telephone number, then execute it. The selected telephone number is specified.

(3) Select [Connect], then execute it. The camcorder starts dialing to the selected telephone number. After the uploading is completed, the message Upload Complete appears.

(4) Select [OK], then execute it. The Album: Upload screen appears again. To cancel uploading During uploading, select [Cancel], then execute it. To send only an invitation card You can send only an invitation card. Carry out the following procedures: 1 Selecting the album number on page XX, 3 Sending an invitation card on page XX, 4 Entering the text of a message on page XX, and 5 Uploading images on page XX. After the invitation card has been sent, the message Invitation Mail Complete appears. 45 Making your album on the Web Viewing or editing images of your album on the Web You can view or download images of your album on the Web. 1 Viewing images

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

(2) Select [

Album], then execute it. The Album screen appears.

(3) Select [

View/Edit], then execute it. The screen for verifying the connection appears. Set the Bluetooth device to connection standby with the camcorder beforehand. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth device.

(4) Check the telephone number. When dialing to other telephone numbers Select [TEL No.], then execute it. The registered telephone number list appears. Select the desired telephone number, then execute it. The selected telephone number is specified. 46 Making your album on the Web

(5) Select [Connect], then execute it. The camcorder starts dialing to the selected telephone number. After the connection is completed, the album list page appears.

(6) Select the album number that the image you want to view or edit is stored, then execute it. The index page appears.

(7) Select the desired image, then execute it. The image is enlarged to fill the screen. 2 Downloading images from the album Preparation Insert the Memory Stick for storing images into the camcorder. Release the lock of the Memory Stick.

(1) Select the images to download. You can select the images in the following two ways:

Selecting the images from the index page:

You can select several images and download them at once. For details, see When selecting images from the index page on page XX. Selecting the image displayed on the single-image screen:

You can select the image displayed on the single-image screen and download it. For details, see When selecting the image displayed on the single-image screen on page XX. 47 Making your album on the Web

(2) Check the number of images and the total file size. When selecting single image When selecting several images

To cancel the downloading images Select [Cancel], then execute it.

(3) Select [OK], then execute it. The message Downloading appears. After the downloading is completed, the message Download Complete appears.

(4) Select [OK], then execute it. The index page or single-image screen appears. To cancel downloading During downloading, select [Cancel], then execute it. To view the downloaded image Exit the NETWORK mode, then view the image following the procedure for viewing the image recorded on a Memory Stick. In such cases, the file name displayed on the camcorder is indicated in the following order: 700-0001, 700-0002, 700-0003 ... Notes Do not eject the Memory Stick during downloading. When returned to the index page in step 4, the checkmark remains indicated. You can download the file whose file name is indicated with jpg or mpg. When you downloaded images modified with a computer, or images recorded with another devices, the camcorder may not be able to play back the images properly. 48 Making your album on the Web When selecting images from the index page

(1) Select the check box of the desired image, then execute it. The check box is indicated by the checkmark (

(2) When you select other images, repeat step 1.

(3) Select [

Download], then execute it. The screen for verification appears. Set the Bluetooth device to connection standby with the camcorder beforehand. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth device.

To select all the images Select [

Select All], then execute it. To cancel specifying images Select the check box of the image again, then execute it. To cancel all the selected images Select [Delete All], then execute it. To return to the album list page Select [Album List], then execute it. When selecting the image displayed on the single-image screen You can select the image displayed on the full-screen and download it.

(1) When the index page is displayed, select the image to enlarge. The image is indicated on the single-image screen.

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(2) When selecting another image, select [

Previous] or [

Next], then execute it.

(3) Select [

Download], then execute it. The screen for verification appears.

To return to the index page Select [Index Page], then execute it. Deleting images from the album You can delete the images from the album. When deleting the image displayed on the index page You can select several images and delete them at once. Select [Delete] in step 3 in When selecting images from the index page on page XX, then execute it. The screen for verification appears. Select [OK], then execute it. The index page appears again. When deleting the image displayed on the single-image screen Select [Delete] in step 3 in When selecting the image displayed on the single-image screen on page XX, then execute it. The screen for verification appears. Select [OK], then execute it. The next image is displayed. If the album is empty The message XXX XXX appears.

Select [Album List], then execute it to return to the album list page. 50 Making your album on the Web Finishing viewing or editing the album To finish viewing or editing the album, and disconnect the phone line

(1) Press BROWSER MENU on the camcorder to display the toolbar.

(2) Select @ (Exit), then execute it. The album is exitted, then the line is disconnected. To only disconnect the phone line Select

(Line Close), then execute it. Only the phone line is disconnected. Tip When you only disconnect the phone line, you can continue to view the album displayed on the screen. If you try to download an image, delete an image, or view another album, the connection will be made again. 51 Using e-mail This section describes the basic usage of e-mail. E-mail is send and received via the Internet. E-mail is very convenient; you can send e-mail anytime, and its e-mail has been sent in a moment, you can also send images stored in a Memory Stick by attaching them to e-mail. Sending e-mail By entering the destination e-mail address, you can send e-mail in a moment. 1 Specifying the destination address Be careful to enter the address correctly. Tip You can select the e-mail address from the address book. For details, see Selecting the destination address from the address book on page XX.

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

(2) Select [

Mail], then execute it. The Send screen appears.

(3) Select [To], then execute it. The address list appears. The list shows the addresses that are registered on the address book. For details on the address book, see Using the address book on page XX.

When you select the address listed on it, go to step 7. 52 Using e-mail Tips The last-used address is listed next to New. Addresses are listed in the historical order.

(4) Select [New], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(5) Enter the e-mail address of an addressee. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX.

(6) Select [Enter], then execute it. The Send screen appears again. The new e-mail address is listed and its check box is indicated by the checkmark (

Tip If you notice that the e-mail address is wrong, you can correct it in the address book. For details on the address book, see Editing the address book on page XX.

(7) If you send the e-mail message to other addresses, select other e-mail addresses. The check box of the selected e-mail address is indicated by the checkmark

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(8) Select [Return], then execute it. The Send screen appears again.

Note If you try to send the e-mail message with 50 addresses registered on the address book, the latest-used address will be deleted. The message Address Book Full Overwrite the Data with Current Address? appears for verification. When you overwrite it, select

[OK], then execute it. When you select [Cancel], delete the unnecessary address from the address book, then enter a new address. 2 Entering the subject of the message

(1) Select [Subject], then execute it. The subject list appears. The list shows up to six subjects.

When you select the subject listed on it, select the subject, then execute it. After selecting it, go to 3 Entering the text of a message on page XX. Tip The last-used address is listed next to New.

(2) Select [New], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(3) Enter the subject. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX. Note The total number of characters is up to 24. 54 Using e-mail

(4) Select [Enter], then execute it. The Send screen appears again.

3 Entering the text of a message Enter the text of the message. You can select the text from the message list, or modify it to use. The list shows up to six messages.

(1) Select [Message], then execute it. The message list appears.

The list shows the messages that were entered. When you use the selected text, select [OK], then execute it. After you select the message, go to 4 Sending e-mail on page XX. When you modify the selected text, select [Edit], then execute it. The character input screen appears. Go to step 3.

(2) Select [@ New], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(3) Enter the message. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX. Note The total number of characters is up to 512. 55 Using e-mail

(4) Select [Enter], then execute it. The Send screen appears again.

4 Sending e-mail Tip You can send the e-mail message with your signature. For details, see Attaching your signature to the message on page XX.

(1) Select whether you attach images or not. When attaching images, see Attaching images to e-mail on page XX.

(2) Check the message. When you check or modify the message, see Checking or modifying the message on page XX.

(3) Select [Send], then execute it. The screen for verifying the connection appears. Set the Bluetooth device into connection standby with the camcorder beforehand. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth device.

(5) Select [Connect], then execute it. The camcorder starts dialing to the selected telephone number. After the sending is completed, the message Sending Mail Complete appears. The phone line is automatically disconnected.

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(6) Select [OK], then execute it. The Send screen appears again. To cancel sending e-mail During sending, select [Cancel], then execute it. Tip You can check the e-mail inbox after sending e-mail. For details, see 4 Setting other preferences on page XX. Checking or modifying the message

(1) Display the Send screen.

(2) Select [Message], then execute it. The message list appears.

(3) Select the message you want to check or modify, then execute it. The following screen appears.

(4) Check or modify the message. When the message is too long, select the message area, then press the control button V repeatedly to scroll the message. When you only check the message:

After checking the message, select [OK], then execute it. The Send screen appears again. When you modify the message:

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(5) Select [Edit], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(6) Modify the message. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX.

(7) Select [Enter], then execute it. The Send screen appears again. Attaching images to e-mail You can send images by attaching them to e-mail. Preparation Store the desired images in the Memory Stick and insert it into the camcorder.

(1) Follow the procedure: 1 Specifying the destination address on page XX, 2 Entering the subject of the message on page XX, 3 Entering the text of a message on page XX. The Send screen appears.

(2) Select [Attach], then execute it. The image index list appears.

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(3) Select the desired images. Move the yellow arrow mark onto the image you want to upload, then press the control button. The selected image is indicated by the checkmark (

To page up or down the index list Select [<] or [,], then execute it. The next or previous page is displayed.

(4) Repeat step 3 to select other images. Note The total number of images is 99, and the total file size is up to 3 MB.

(5) Select [@ OK], then execute it. The Send screen appears again. The total number of selected images and total file size are indicated.

To cancel the selected image Select the image again, then execute it. Its checkmark will go off from the image. To cancel all the selected images Select [@ Delete All], then execute it.

(6) Carry out from step 3 in 4 Sending e-mail on page XX. Note It takes more time to send images depending on the image file size. Attaching your signature to the message You can attach your signature to the last column of the e-mail message. 59 Using e-mail

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

(2) Select [

Setup], then execute it. The Setup screen appears.

(3) Select [Network Options], then execute it. The Network Options screen appears.

(4) Select [Signature], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(5) Enter your signature. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX. Note The total number of characters is up to 256. 60 Using e-mail

(6) Select [Enter], then execute it. The setup of your signature is completed, and the Network Options screen appears again. Yes is indicated next to [Signature].

(7) Select [Exit], then execute it. The Setup screen appears again.

(8) Select [Exit], then execute it. The Network Menu appears again. Using the address book Once you register the frequently used e-mail addresses on the address book, you can send e-mail without entering the e-mail address. Registering destination addresses on the address book You can register the frequently used e-mail addresses on the address book. Up to 50 addresses can be registered. Be careful to enter the address correctly.

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

(2) Select [

Mail], then execute it. If the Address screen is not displayed, select the Address tab. The address screen appears.

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(3) Select [New], then execute it. The Address Book: New screen appears.

(4) Select [Name], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(5) Enter the destination name. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX. Note The total number of characters you can enter in the [Name] box is up to 24.

(6) Select [Enter], then execute it. The Address Book: New screen appears again.

(7) Select [Address], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(8) Enter the e-mail address. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX. 62 Using e-mail

(9) Select [Enter], then execute it. The Address Book: New screen appears again.

(10) Select [Return], then execute it. The Address screen appears again.

(11) Select [Exit], then execute it. The Network Menu appears again. Tips The addresses are listed in alphabetical order. When you reply to the received address, the address will be automatically registered on the Addressbook. To edit the address, see Editing the address book below. Editing the address book You can edit the name or e-mail address.

(1) Follow steps 1 to 3 in Registering destination addresses on the address book on page XX. The Address screen appears.

(2) Select the area that the name and address are indicated, then select the address you want to edit using the control button b/B, then execute it. The Address Book: Edit screen appears.

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(3) Select [Name] or [Address], then execute it. When modifying the name, select [Name], and when modifying the address, select [Address]. The character input screen appears.

(4) Modify the name or address. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX.

(5) Select [Enter], then execute it. The Address screen appears again.

(6) Select [Return], then execute it. The Address screen appears again.

(7) Check the name or address.

(8) Select [Exit], then execute it. The Network Menu appears again. 64 Using e-mail Selecting the destination address from the address book You can select the destination address from the address book.

(1) Follow steps 1 to 3 in Registering destination addresses on the address book on page XX. The Address screen appears.

(2) Select the area that the name and address are indicated, then select the destination address using the control button b/B.

(3) Select [To], then execute it. The Send screen appears. The selected address is set as the destination address.

(4) Carry out the procedures from 2 Entering the subject of the message on page XX. Receiving e-mail Once you receive e-mail, you can reply or forward it. Preparation Insert the Memory Stick into the camcorder, which is for storing images. Release the lock of the Memory Stick. Checking your e-mail inbox Tip You can keep copies of the messages on the server. For details, see 4 Setting other preferences on page XX. 65 Using e-mail

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

(2) Select [

Mail], then execute it. If the Receive screen is not displayed, select the Receive tab. The Receive screen appears.

(3) Select [Receive], then execute it. The screen for verifying the connection appears. Set the Bluetooth device to connection standby with the camcorder beforehand. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth device.

(5) Select [Connect], then execute it. The camcorder starts dialing to the selected telephone number. When e-mail has been sent, the message Receiving Mail Complete appears. Select [OK], then execute it. The phone line is automatically disconnected.

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(6) When an e-mail message is received, select the area that the message is displayed, then select the message using the control button b/B, then execute it. The message is displayed.

(7) Select [Return], then execute it. The Receive screen appears again. To cancel receiving e-mail During receiving, select [Cancel], then execute it. Incoming E-mail not received remains in your server. When the message is too long Select the message area, then press the control button V repeatedly to scroll the message. To view the attached image Exit the NETWORK mode, then view the image following the procedure for viewing the image recorded on a Memory Stick. In such cases, the file name displayed on the camcorder is indicated in the following order: 700-0001, 700-0002, 700-0003 ... When a file is attached to e-mail The files that the camcorder can receive have the following extensions, .jpg or

.mpg. When the other files is sent, the message Attached Invalid File Type.... Deleted is attached to the top of the e-mail message. The camcorder cannot play back the attached image depending on the file. To view attached files Exit the NETWORK mode, then view images following the procedure to see images on the camcorder. When no new messages have been sent to you The message No New Incoming Mail appears. URL in a e-mail message When a URL (http://...) is typed on the message, select the URL, then execute it. The browser starts automatically and access its Web page. Notes The total number of e-mail message characters is up to 4000. Available characters of a message is up to 4000. The characters of more than it will be deleted and the message for indicating that some of the text were deleted is attached to the top of the message. It takes more time to receive images depending on the image file size. 67 Using e-mail Tips You can check the e-mail inbox after sending e-mail. For details, see 4 Setting other You can skip e-mail if its file size is too large. For details, see 4 Setting other preferences on page XX. preferences on page XX. As for a received e-mail, the total number of characters used for the subject and the sender name has an upper limit of 24 characters. When you receive such an e-mail, you cannot read the subject and the sender name on the camcorder. Sending your answer Reply You can quickly reply the e-mail message without entering the address.

(1) Display the Receive screen.

(2) Select the area that a message is indicated, then select the message you want to reply using the control button b/B, then execute it. The selected message is displayed.

(3) Select [Reply], then execute it. The Send screen appears.

Tip Re: is added to the top of the subject.

(4) Carry out the procedure in 3 Entering the text of a message on page XX to enter the text of the message. Tip You cannot quote a received e-mail message. 68 Using e-mail

(5) Carry out the procedure from step 3 in 4 Sending e-mail on page XX. Forwarding the message to another person Forward You can forward the received message to another person.

(1) Display the Receive screen.

(2) Select the area that a message is indicated, then select the message you want to forward using the control button b/B, then execute it. The selected message is displayed.

(3) Select [Forward], then execute it. The Send screen appears.

(4) Carry out the procedure from step 3 in 1 Specifying the destination address on page XX or Selecting the destination address from the address book on page XX to specify the destination address.

(5) Carry out the procedure in 3 Entering the text of a message on page XX to modify the message. Tips Fw: is added to the top of the subject. Available characters of a message is up to 512. The characters of more than it will be deleted.

(6) Carry out the procedure from step 3 in 4 Sending e-mail on page XX. 69 Using e-mail Deleting e-mail Up to 50 received e-mail messages can be stored in a Memory Stick. If you try to receive a 51th e-mail message, the error message appears and the camcorder cannot receive the e-mail message. Preparation Insert the Memory Stick into the camcorder, which stores e-mail. Release the lock of the Memory Stick.

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

(2) Select [

Mail], then execute it. If the Receive screen is not displayed, select the Receive tab. The Receive screen appears.

(3) Select the area that a message is indicated, then select the message you want to delete using the control button b/B, then execute it. The selected message is displayed.

(4) Select [Delete], then execute it. The message Delete This Mail? for verification appears.

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(5) Select [OK], then execute it. The selected e-mail message is deleted. To cancel deleting Select [Cancel], then execute it in step 5. 71 Viewing Web pages A site that posts information on the Internet is called a Home Page or Web site. You can easily retrieve information by accessing a Web site on the Internet. Viewing Web pages 1 Entering URL to access the Web page Enter the address of the Web page, and connect to the Internet. Be careful to enter the address correctly. Tip on URL A Web site has its unique address on the Internet. The address is called a URL. This is required to access a Web site.

(1) Open the Network Menu. For details on how to open the Network Menu, refer to the section Accessing to the network in the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.

(2) Select [

Browser], then execute it. The following screen appears.

(3) Select

(New URL), then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(4) Enter the address. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX. 72 Viewing Web pages

(5) Select [Enter], then execute it. The screen for verifying the connection appears. Set the Bluetooth device to connection standby with the camcorder beforehand. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth device.

(6) Check the telephone number. When dialing to other telephone numbers Select [TEL No.], then execute it. The registered telephone number list appears. Select the desired telephone number, then execute it. The selected telephone number is specified.

(7) Select [Connect], then execute it. The camcorder starts dialing to the selected telephone number. After the connection is completed, the Web page selected in step 4 is loaded.

(8) Operate the browser using the toolbar. For details on the toolbar, see How to use the toolbar on the browser on page XX. Note on connection status indication The connection status is indicated on the top of the screen. This also shows a connecting time and the address of a Web page. The connecting time indication is as a guide. Off Line: being offline

Loading: Loading a Web page

On Line: being online

73 Viewing Web pages Notes When the address is too long to display it, the whole of the address is not indicated. If you want to know the correct address of the page, select

, then execute it. All of the page is not displayed on the screen. It takes more time to load the page that has lots of images ,and its images or text may not be displayed properly. This is not a malfunction. When viewing the scaled-down page, the screen may be caused some flicker or the color may be strange. This is not a malfunction. To prevent occurring a malfunction, operate the toolbar buttons after loading the page. Tip You can access the Web page from the bookmark. For details, see 3 Jumping to the Web page specified by the bookmark on page XX. 2 Bookmarking the Web page Bookmark You can register the Web page you frequently access. Up to 30 bookmarks are available.

(1) Display the Web page you want to bookmark.

(2) When the toolbar is not displayed, press BROWSER MENU on the camcorder. The toolbar appears.

(3) Select

(Bookmark), then execute it. The bookmark list appears.

(4) Select [Add], then execute it. The bookmark is added, and returns to the Web page. 74 Viewing Web pages To edit the bookmark You can edit the title of a bookmark.

(1) Select

(Bookmark), then execute it. The bookmark list appears.

(2) Select the bookmark you want to edit, then execute it. The title and URL are indicated.

(3) Select [Edit], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(4) Edit the name. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX.

(5) Select [Enter], then execute it. The title of the bookmark is modified.

(6) Select [Return], then execute it. The screen displayed in step 2 appears again. 75 Viewing Web pages To delete bookmarks You can delete bookmarks. We recommend that you delete unnecessary bookmarks since you can store up to 30 bookmarks .

(1) Select

(Bookmark), then execute it. The bookmark list appears.

(2) Select the bookmark you want to delete, then execute it.

(3) Select [Delete], then execute it. The message Delete This Bookmark? for verification appears.

(4) Select [OK], then execute it. The selected bookmark is deleted.

To cancel deleting a bookmark Select [Cancel], then execute it in step 4. 76 Viewing Web pages 3 Jumping to the Web page specified by the bookmark

(1) When the toolbar is not displayed, press BROWSER MENU on the camcorder. The toolbar appears.

(2) Select

(Bookmark), then execute it. The bookmark list appears.

(3) Select the bookmark, then execute it.

(4) Select [Go], then execute it. Set the Bluetooth device to connection standby with the camcorder beforehand. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth device.

(5) Check the telephone number. When dialing to other telephone numbers Select [Tel], then execute it. The registered telephone number list appears. Select the desired telephone number, then execute it. The selected telephone number is specified.

(6) Select [Connect], then execute it. The camcorder starts dialing to the selected telephone number. After the connection is completed, the Web page specified by the bookmark is displayed. To select another bookmark Select [Cancel], then execute it in step 4. The bookmark list appears. Select another bookmark. 77 Viewing Web pages Storing the Web page into a Memory Stick Page Memo You can store the desired Web pages in a Memory Stick. Once you store them, you can view the Web page without accessing the Internet. Storing the Web page into a Memory Stick Preparation Insert the Memory Stick for storing images into the camcorder. Release the lock of the Memory Stick.

(1) Display the Web page you want to store.

(2) When the toolbar is not displayed, press BROWSER MENU on the camcorder. The toolbar appears.

(3) Select

(Page Memo), then execute it. The page memo list appears.

(4) Select [Add], then execute it. The message Saving Page Memo Do Not Remove Memory Stick appears. After the message disappears, the adding the bookmark is complete.

(5) Select [Return], then execute it. The page memo list appears again. To cancel storing the Web page During storing, select [Cancel], then execute it. Note You cannot store the Web page while loading the page. 78 Viewing Web pages Editing the title of a page memo You can edit the title of a page memo stored in a Memory Stick. Preparation Insert the Memory Stick into the camcorder, which is for storing images. Release the lock of the Memory Stick.

(1) Select

(Page Memo), then execute it. The page memo list appears.

(2) Select the page memo you want to edit, then execute it. The title and URL of the selected page memo are indicated.

(3) Select [Edit], then execute it. The character input screen appears.

(4) Edit the name. For details on how to input characters, see How to input characters on page XX.

(5) Select [Enter], then execute it. The title of the page memo is modified.

79 Viewing Web pages

(6) Select [Return], then execute it. The page memo list appears again.

(7) Select [Return], then execute it. The browser screen appears again. To delete the page memo You can delete page memos. We recommend that you delete unnecessary page memos since you can store up to 30 bookmarks . Preparation Insert the Memory Stick into the camcorder, which is storing page memos. Release the lock of the Memory Stick.

(1) Select

(Page Memo), then execute it. The page memo list appears.

(2) Select the page memo you want to delete, then execute it.

(3) Select [Delete], then execute it. The message Delete This Page Memo Item? for verification appears.

80 Viewing Web pages

(4) Select [OK], then execute it. The selected page memo is deleted and the page memo list appears again.

(5) Select [Return], then execute it. The browser screen appears again. To cancel deleting a page memo Select [Cancel], then execute it in step 4. Displaying the Web page stored in page memo

(1) Select

(Page Memo), then execute it. The page memo list appears.

(2) Select the page memo you want to display its page.

(3) Select [Open], then execute it. The Web page stored in page memo is displayed. To select another page memo Select [Cancel], then execute it in step 3. The page memo list appears. Select another page memo. 81 Viewing Web pages Exitting the browser To finish viewing the Web page, and disconnect the phone line

(1) Press BROWSER MENU on the camcorder to display the toolbar.

(2) Select @ (Exit), then execute it. The browser is exitted, then the phone line is disconnected. To only disconnect the line Select

(Line Close), then execute it. The phone line is disconnected. Note When exitting the browser, the message for verification may appear depending on your camcorder. 82 Additional Information File storage destinations and file names You cannot this page on the camcorder. The meanings of the file names are as follows. sssss stands for any number within the range from 00001 to 99999. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. XXX stands for a portion of an attached file name. Folder containing image files recorded with the camcorder Folder containing image files attached to e-mail or downloaded from the album on the Web Folder containing text data etc. of e-

mail Folder containing files etc. of page memo (1) Folder containing files etc. of page memo (2) Folder containing moving image files recorded with the MPEG1 format Folder File name Meaning 100MSDCF 700MSNET CAM NET01 Still image file DSCsssss.JPG MOVsssss.MPG Moving image file XXXsssss.JPG XXXsssss.MPG Moving image file through the network rcv.MBX imagemem.CNF Incoming e-mail list*

Page memo management file*

Still image file through the network MEMOssss memossss.HTM Page memo HTML file imgssss.JPG imgssss.GIF imgssss.PNG imgssss.XBM Page memo still image file Page memo image file Page memo image file Page memo image file

* Do not delete these files. These are necessary files even if these cannot be displayed on the screen of a PC. 83 Troubleshooting 84 Troubleshooting 85 Troubleshooting 86 Specifications Bluetooth Browser The available number of bookmarks 30 The maximum number of page memos recordable in a Memory Stick 30 Available number of registered devices 3 Album on the Web The number of albums 10 The maximum number of uploaded images at one time 99 The maximum file size of uploaded images at one time 3 MB E-mail Sending The registrable number of subjects 6 The maximum number of characters of a subject 24 The registrable number of messages 6 The maximum number of characters of a message 512 The maximum number of images attached to e-mail 99 The maximum file size of images attached to e-mail 3 MB Signature The number of characters 256 Addressbook The registrable number of destination addresses 50 The maximum number of characters of a name 24 Receiving Available attached file Extension: .jpg, .mpg, .jpeg,

.mpeg The maximum number of characters of a e-mail message 4000 The maximum number of e-

mail messages recordable in a Memory Stick 50 87 Messages Various messages appear on the screen. Check the corresponding descriptions in the following list. General Message Meaning Connection Error No Device Found Bluetooth Confirmation Error Check The Certified Status Bluetooth Registration Error Check The Passkey Bluetooth Disconnected Bluetooth Connection Error Select Bluetooth Device PPP Confirmation Error Check ID or Password Phone Line Disconnected Connection Error No Response From PPP Server Bluetooth Connection Error Check Phone Line Low Battery Profile Error Reset Profile DI Customer ID Profile Incompleted Memory Error Password Already Set Check The Password Profile Memory Stick Error Memory Stick Error Outgoing Mail Canceled Memory Stick Error Unable to Open The File Memory Stick Error Action Canceled Memory Stick Error Incoming Mail Canceled Memory Stick Format Error 88 The Bluetooth device is too far from the camcorder. The Bluetooth device is busy. Register the Bluetooth device again. The pass key was wrong. The pass key transmission was failed. The Bluetooth device was turned off. The Bluetooth device is too far from the camcorder. The Bluetooth device became impossible to be connected. No Bluetooth devices are registered. Register the Bluetooth device

(p. XX). Your ID or password entered on the PPP screen in manual setup may be wrong. Check the connection status. The telephone number entered on the PPP screen in manual setup may be wrong. Check that the Bluetooth device is connected to a telephone terminal. The capacity of the battery pack is not sufficient. Change the battery pack or use the AC power adaptor. Check the setup. If an entry is missing, set up again referring to your note. Check your DI customer ID or password entered on the Network Setup screen;

Exit the NETWORK mode, then enter the NETWORK mode again. For details on Verify Password, see 3 Setting other preferences

(p. XX). The Memory Stick may be broken. Do the following; exit the NETWORK mode, turn off the camcorder, remove and insert the Memory Stick, then operate the camcorder. Still, the message appears, use another Memory Stick. Format the Memory Stick. Messages Message Enter Password for DI Customer ID Enter PPP Password Ending Saving The Profile Album on the Web Message Album Server Disconnected Timeout Upload Canceled Upload Error Outgoing Mail Error Select Pictures Wrong File Unable to Save This File Check The File Type Memory Stick Directory Error No Picture Files E-mail Message POP Server Disconnected POP Server Connection Error SMTP Server Disconnected SMTP Server Connection Error PPP Profile Incompleted Mail Profile Incompleted No Picture Files Meaning For details on Verify Password, see 3 Setting other preferences

(p. XX). Do not turn off the camcorder while the message is indicated. Meaning Operate again after a while. Select the image or set up the invitation card before uploading

(p. XX). You tried to download a file other than the JPEG or MPEG format file. You can download only the JPEG or MPEG format file. You tried to download a file whose directory structure does not conform to DCF98 standard. You cannot download a file not conform to DCF98 standard. No images in the Memory Stick. Meaning The POP server may be down. Connect the page after a while. Your password entered on the Mail screen in manual setup may be wrong. Check your password. Connect the page after a while. Connect the page after a while. Your password entered on the Mail screen in manual setup may be wrong. Check your password. Check the Sony Style Connect or manual setup in provider preferences. Check the Sony Style Connect or manual setup in provider preferences. No images in the Memory Stick. 89 Messages Browser Message Meaning You try to open an SSL page. When you know that the page is safe, select [OK], then execute it. The clock is not set up on the camcorder. Set up the clock. The certification of the page may be broken, wrong, or it may be of other pages. When you know that the page is safe, select [OK], then execute it. You cannot this page on the camcorder. The URL may be wrong. The DNS entry on the PPP screen in manual setup may be wrong. Check this item. Connect the page after a while. Connect the page after a while. You cannot this page on the camcorder. The files modified with a computer may not be deleted by the camcorder. User authentication is required to access the page. Enter your user name and password. Check the Network Options setup (p. XX). You Are About to View Pages Over a Secure Connection Do You Want To Continue?

You Are About to Leave a Secure Internet Do You Want to Continue?

Warrant Date Expired Invalid Data Open Anyway?

Set The Date and Time Invalid Data Open Anyway?

Page Certification Error Invalid Data Open Anyway?

Opening Error Invalid File Type DNS Error The Requested URL Could Not Found Loading Error Opening Error Unknown Protocol Selected Read-Only File in Directory Unable to Delete The File Check The File Status Opening File Error Read-Only File This File Is Locked Enter User Name and Password Timeout Disconnected Automatically 90 Error codes Error code/Message Cause 1000 XXX 1001 XXX 1002 XXX 1003 XXX 1004 XXX 1006 XXX 1007 XXX 1008 XXX 1009 XXX 1010 XXX 1112 XXX 2100 XXX 2200 XXX 3131 XXX 3094 XXX 3099 XXX 6000 XXX 8025 XXX User authentication failed. No specified album on the sever. Your registration on the album not complete. File save failed. Wrong e-mail address. Not receive the message of invitation card. Not receive the image. User authentication failed. File size is too large. Server cannot correspond to this file or file may be broken. Wrong DI customer ID or password. Server may be down. Corrective Actions Check your DI customer ID and password, then connect to the album. Select the album again, then connect the album. Make an album registration XXXXXX Send the image again. Check your e-mail address entered, then send the invitation card. Send the invitation card again. Check that the image is selected, then upload it again. Check your DI customer ID and password, then connect to the album. Cancel selecting this image, then upload the other images, if you send the other images. Upload the image again. If this error code is indicated frequently, the image may be broken. If you send the other images, cancel selecting this image, then upload the other images. Check your DI customer ID and password, then connect to the album. Send e-mail after a while. Server may be busy. Send e-mail after a while. File size is over limit. Server cannot correspond to this file. File size is too large. Server time out. Inappropriate data contained. Delete other moving images, then upload the image. Upload the image again. If this error code is indicated frequently, the image may be broken. If you send the other images, cancel selecting this image, then upload the other images. If you send the other images, cancel selecting this image, then upload the other images. Connect to the album again. Connect to the album again. 91 Glossary 92 Glossary 93 Setup memo XXX XXX Network Setup DI Customer Setup ID Password Provider Setup Sony Style Connect TEL1 TEL2 TEL3 Custom PPP ID Password DNS1 DNS2 TEL No. Mail UserID Password Address POP Server SMTP Server Browser Proxy Port 94 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan 3 0 6 9 9 3 5 1 1

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3-069-933-11 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owners 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. Serial No. Model No. AC-

Serial No. DCR-IP5/IP7/IP7BT 2001 Sony Corporation Main Features Taking moving or still images, and playing them back Recording a picture on a tape (p. 22) Recording a still image on a tape (p. 41) Playing back a tape (p. 34) Recording a still image on a Memory Stick (p. 122) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) Recording moving pictures on a Memory Stick (p. 129) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) Viewing a still image recorded on a Memory Stick (p. 142) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) Viewing a moving picture on a Memory Stick (p. 145) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) Capturing images on your computer Viewing an image recorded on a tape using your computer via the i.LINK cable (p. XX) Viewing an image recorded on a Memory Stick using your computer via the USB cable (p. 147) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) Accessing the Internet via a Bluetooth device (DCR-IP7: not supplied, DCR-IP7BT: supplied) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) Accessing the Internet, sending/receiving your e-mail and using the album on the Web. For details, refer to the network function operating instructions supplied with your camcorder. Other uses Functions to adjust exposure in recording mode Back light (p. 29) PROGRAM AE (p. 52) White balance (p. 55) Adjusting the exposure manually (p. 57) 4 Main Features Functions to give an effect to your recordings Digital zoom (p. 105) The default setting is set to OFF. (To zoom greater than 10, set up the D ZOOM item in the menu settings.) Fader (p. 45) Picture effect (p. 48) Digital effect (p. 49) Title (p. 98, 101) MEMORY MIX (p. 135) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) G e t t i n g s t a r t e d Functions to give a natural appearance to your recordings Manual focus (p. 59) Landscape mode (p. 52) Functions used after recording END SEARCH (p. 32) DATA CODE (p. 36) Multi-picture search (p. 72) Title search (p. 69) Date search (p. XX) Photo search (p. 74) 5 Introduction Basic operations This section describes the basic control ways to operate the camcorder. How to turn on the power and select the mode To supply the power for the camcorder, see Step 1 Preparing the power supply on page 18. 1,2 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

NETWORK VCR

(CHG) OFF ON MODE

(1) Slide the POWER switch down while pressing the small green button, then release your finger. The camcorder is turned on, and then the camcorder turns to the CAMERA mode so that the CAMERA lamp lights up.

(2) Slide the POWER switch down. Each time you slide it down, the mode changes as follows and its mode lamp also lights up. CAMERA To use this mode when you record on a tape. MEMORY/NETWORK (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) MEMORY: To use this mode when you record on a Memory Stick, or play back or edit the image in the Memory Stick. NETWORK: To use this mode when you use the network function. For details, refer to the supplied network function operating instructions. VCR To use this mode when you play back or edit an image recorded on a tape or Memory Stick (Memory Stick is only for the DCR-IP7/IP7BT). 6 Introduction Basic operations How to use the control button Most of the operations are carried out by the control button. Select a button displayed on the screen using the control button, then press the center z on the control button. 1 2 G e t t i n g s t a r t e d

(1) Press v/V/b/B on the control button repeatedly to select the desired button displayed on the screen. The selected button turns orange. PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT LCD BRT VOL END SCH TITLE

(2) Press the center z on the control button to enter the setting. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to execute the function. OK LCD BRT

The procedure above is referred to as Select [XXXX], then press the center z on the control button in this operating instructions. When the item is selected The green bar appears above the item. If the items are not available The color of the items changes to gray. 7 Introduction Basic operations How to use the FN screen If FN is not displayed on the screen, press DISPLAY or the center z on the control button. DISPLAY 13

(1) Select FN with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. The FN screen appears. PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT MENU FOCUS FN FADER SELF TIMER MEM MIX EXPO SURE In CAMERA mode

(2) To change the page, select PAGE1, PAGE2, or PAGE3 with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. The PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3 screen appears.

(3) Select the desired item with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. The screen that corresponds to that button will appear, or that function will be executed. To return to the FN screen Select RETURN, or END with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. Next, select EXIT with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. OK, then To execute settings Select display returns to the PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3 screen. OK with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. The To cancel settings Select The display returns to the PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3 screen. OFF or AUTO with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. 8 Introduction Basic operations The screen buttons on the PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3 screen In CAMERA mode PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 MENU, FADER, SELFTIMER, MEM MIX*, EXPOSURE, FOCUS LCD BRT, VOL, END SCH, TITLE DIG EFFT, COUNT RESET In VCR mode PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 MENU, VOL, TITLE, MULTI SRCH, x/

PLAY*, m

*, BX *, M

LCD BRT, DIG EFFT, END SCH, x/

DATA CODE, COUNT RESET, qREC CTRL, x/

PLAY*, m

*, BX *, M

PLAY*, m

*, BX *, M

* (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) See p. 115 for the MEMORY/NETWORK mode (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only). To turn on/off the screen buttons Press DISPALY. However, the finder can be used only in mirror mode. A screen that the FN button is displayed is referred to as the FN screen in this operating instructions. G e t t i n g s t a r t e d 9 Table of contents Main Features .......................................... 4 Introduction Basic operations ............ 6 Table of contents ................................... 10 Quick Start Guide ................................. 12 Getting started Using this manual ................................. 14 Checking supplied accessories ............ 16 Step 1 Preparing the power supply ... 18 Installing the battery pack............. 18 Charging the battery pack............. 19 Connecting to a wall outlet ........... 21 Step 2 Setting the date and time ........ 23 Step 3 Inserting a cassette ................... 26 Recording Basics Recording a picture ............................... 28 Shooting backlit subjects BACK LIGHT ........................ 35 Self-timer recording ....................... 36 Checking the recording End search .................................... 37 Playback Basics Playing back a tape ............................... 38 Viewing the recording on the TV screen using the A/V connecting cable .................................................. 44 Viewing the recording on the TV using the i.LINK cable ................ 46 Advanced Recording Operations Recording a still image on a tape Tape Photo recording ................. 47 Using the wide mode ........................... 49 Using the fader function ...................... 51 Using special effects Picture effect .. 54 Using special effects Digital effect ... 56 Using the PROGRAM AE function .... 59 Adjusting the white balance manually .......................................... 62 Adjusting the exposure manually ...... 64 Focusing manually ................................ 65 Advanced Playback Operations Playing back a tape with picture effects ............................................... 67 Playing back a tape with digital effects ............................................... 69 10 Searching the scene Multi-picture search ............................................... 71 Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title Title search ............. 75 Searching a recording by date Date search ................................... 77 Searching for a photo Photo search ................................. 79 Editing Dubbing a tape ...................................... 81 Recording a program ............................ 84 Superimposing a title ........................... 89 Making your own titles ........................ 95 The MICRO cassette memory ............. 98 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings .............. 102 Memory Stick Operations Using a Memory Stick introduction................................ 108 Recording still images on a Memory Stick Memory Photo recording ......... 118 Recording an image from a tape as a still image ................................... 123 Recording moving pictures on Memory Sticks MPEG movie recording ............ 126 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture ............................. 128 Superimposing a still image in a Memory Stick on a moving picture MEMORY MIX ............. 132 Copying still images from a tape Photo save .................................. 135 Viewing a still image Memory photo playback .......... 137 Viewing a moving picture MPEG movie playback ............. 140 Dubbing images recorded on the Memory Stick onto the tape .... 143 Enlarging still images recorded on Memory Sticks Memory PB ZOOM ................... 145 Playing back images in a continuous loop SLIDE SHOW .................... 147 Preventing accidental erasure Image protection ........................ 149 Deleting images ................................... 150 Table of contents Writing a print mark PRINT MARK ............................ 154 Connecting with a computer Viewing images recorded on a tape using your computer ................... 155 Viewing images recorded on a Memory Stick using your computer ........................................ 156 Network operation Accessing to the network ................... 162 Troubleshooting Types of trouble and their solutions

......................................................... 164 Self-diagnosis display ......................... 170 Warning indicators and messages .... 171 Additional Information Usable cassettes ................................... 173 About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack ................................................ 174 About i.LINK ....................................... 176 Using your camcorder abroad .......... 178 Maintenance information and precautions .................................... 180 Specifications ....................................... 186 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls .... 188 Index ..................................................... 195 G e t t i n g s t a r t e d 11 Quick Start Guide This guide introduces you to the basic way of recording/

playback. See the page in parentheses (

information.

) for more Connecting the power cord (p. 16) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 12). Open the jack cover. AC power adaptor (supplied) Connect the plug with its v mark facing the lens side. Inserting a cassette (p. 19) 1 Slide OPEN/

ZEJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. 2 Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to insert. Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out. 3 Close the cassette compartment by pushing down the cassette lid halfway. After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks. Q u i c k S t a r t G u d e i 12 Recording a picture (p. 22) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, pull out the viewfinder until it clicks and use it to monitor. 3 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. The CAMERA lamp lights up. POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

NETWORK VCR

(CHG) OFF ON MODE 4 Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. START/STOP When you purchase your camcorder, the clock is not set up yet. Set up the clock before recording (p. 17). Monitoring the playback picture on the LCD screen (p. 34) 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR. The VCR lamp lights up. POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

NETWORK VCR

(CHG) OFF ON MODE NOTE Do not pick up your camcorder by holding the viewfinder, the LCD panel, the battery pack, or the jack cover. 2 Select

, then press the center z on the control button to rewind the tape. 3 Select

, then press the center z on the control button to start playback. Q u i c k S t a r t G u d e i 13 Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision 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 constantly appear on the LCD screen and the finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. Do not let your camcorder get wet. Keep your camcorder away from rain and sea water. Letting your camcorder get wet may cause your camcorder to malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired [a]. Never leave your camcorder exposed to temperatures above 60C (140F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight [b]. Be careful when placing the camcorder near a window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions [c]. Do not directly shoot the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. Take pictures of the sun in low light conditions such as dusk [d].

[a]

[c]

[b]

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G e t t i n g s t a r t e d 15 Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 3 7 qa qg 6 q;

qf 2 5 9 qd qj 1 4 8 qs qh 16 Checking supplied accessories 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1)

(p. 188) 2 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), the power cord (1) (p. 13) 3 NP-FF50 battery pack (1) (p. 12, 13) 4 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 188) 5 USB cable (1) (p. 148) 6 Memory Stick* (1) (p. 112) 7 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 40) 8 i.LINK cable (1) (p. XX) 9 Lens cap (1) (p. 22) 0 CD-ROM (SPVD-004 USB Driver) (1)

(p. 148) qa CD-ROM (Movie Shaker Ver. 3. for MICROMV) (1) (p. XX) qs Battery terminal cover (1) (p. 12) qd BTA-NW1 Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function* (1) (p. 176) qf MDM-5614G Exclusive modem card**

(1) qg Exclusive modem cable** (1) qh AC-PT1 AC power adaptor** (1) qj Size AA alkaline dry batteries for Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function** (2) G e t t i n g s t a r t e d

* DCR-IP7/IP7BT only.

** DCR-IP7BT only. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function. Contents of the recording cannot be compensated if recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. 17 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack We recommend that you use the battery pack when you use your camcorder outdoors.

(1) While turning down the VBATT (battery) release lever in the direction of the arrow 1, remove the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow 2.

(2) Install the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 1 2 2 1 To remove the battery pack The battery pack is removed in the same way as the battery terminal cover. Note on the battery terminal cover To protect the battery terminals, install the battery terminal cover after the battery pack is removed. Note on installing the battery pack Make sure that the battery pack is properly installed. Check also the battery pack is attached to the camcorder askew. 18 Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it for your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the InfoLITHIUM battery pack (F series). See page 171 for details of the InfoLITHIUM battery pack.

(1) Open the jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plugs v mark facing the lens side.

(2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.

(3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.

(4) Verify that the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG). The CHG lamp lights up when the charge begins. After the charge is completed, the CHG lamp goes out (normal charge). To fully charge the battery (full charge), leave the battery pack attached for about one hour after normal charge is completed. Fully charging the battery allows you to use the battery longer than usual. G e t t i n g s t a r t e d 4 MEMORY/

CAMERA NETWORK VCR POWER

(CHG) OFF ON MODE 2 1 CHG lamp After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. Note Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC power adaptor. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC power adaptor. 19 Step 1 Preparing the power supply While charging the battery pack, the CHG lamp flashes in the following cases:

The battery pack is not installed correctly. Something is wrong with the battery pack. When you use the AC power adaptor Place the AC power adaptor near the wall outlet. If any trouble occurs with this unit, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet as soon as possible to cut off the power. Charging time Battery pack Full charge (Normal charge) NP-FF50 (supplied) NP-FF70 120 (60) 150 (90) The charging time may increase if the batterys temperature is extremely high or low because of the ambient temperature. Approximate minutes at 25C (77F) to charge an empty battery pack Recording time Battery pack Recording with the viewfinder Recording with the LCD screen Backlighting on Backlighting off Continuous* Typical**

Continuous* Typical** Continuous* Typical**

NP-FF50

(supplied) NP-FF70 80 170 45 100 65 140 35 80 80 170 45 100 Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery

* Approximate continuous recording time at 25C (77F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment.

** Approximate number of minutes for recording while you repeat recording start/

stop, zooming and turning the power on/off. The actual battery life may be shorter. Playing time Battery pack NP-FF50 (supplied) NP-FF70 Playing time on LCD screen Playing time with LCD closed 65 135 80 165 Approximate minutes when you use a fully charged battery Approximate continuous playing time at 25C (77F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. The recording or playback time with the normal charged battery pack is about 90% in comparison with the fully charged battery pack. 20 Step 1 Preparing the power supply If the power runs off soon although sufficient battery remaining time is indicated Fully charge the battery pack so that the correct battery remaining time will be indicated. Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 to 30C (50 to 86F). What is InfoLITHIUM?

The InfoLITHIUM is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange data such as battery consumption with compatible electronic equipment. This unit is compatible with the InfoLITHIUM battery pack (F series). Your camcorder operates only with the InfoLITHIUM battery. InfoLITHIUM F series battery packs have the mark. InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation. G e t t i n g s t a r t e d Connecting to a wall outlet When you will use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor.

(1) Open the jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plugs v mark facing the lens side.

(2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor.

(3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. 1 2,3 21 Step 1 Preparing the power supply PRECAUTION The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (house current) as long as it is connected to a wall outlet, even if the set itself has been turned off. Notes The AC power adaptor cannot supply power if the battery pack is attached to your camcorder. The DC IN jack has source priority. This means that the battery pack cannot supply its power when the power cord is connected to the DC IN jack, even when the power cord is not plugged into a wall outlet. Using a car battery Use a Sony DC Adaptor/Charger (optional). 22 Step 2 Setting the date and time Be sure to set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. CLOCK SET will be displayed each time you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) unless you set the date and time. If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the date and time settings may be released (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p. 177). First, set your area, then the daylight saving time, the year, the month, the day, the hour and then the minute.

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only). The CAMERA or MEMORY lamp (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) lights up.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu G e t t i n g s t a r t e d appears.

(4) Select

(5) Select CLOCK SET, then press the center z or B on the control button.

, then press the center z or B on the control button. 2 FN 3 MENU 4 SETUP MENU CLOCK SET LTR SIZE DEMO MODE SETUP MENU CLOCK SET LTR SIZE DEMO MODE RETURN

5 CLOCK SET AREA 1 Lisbon, London GMT +0.0 SUMMERTIME OFF DATE Y M D

[EXEC] : NEXT ITEM The illustration: In CAMERA mode 23 Step 2 Setting the date and time

(6) Select your area, then press the center z on the control button.

(7) Select whether your area is in daylight saving time or not, then press the center z on the control button. When your area is in daylight saving time, select ON, when not in daylight saving time, select OFF.

(8) Select the year, then press the center z on the control button.

(9) Set the month, day and hour with the same procedure as step 8.

(10) Set the minute, and execute it by the time signal. The clock starts to move.

(11) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. The clock setup is completed. 11 6,7 8,10 CLOCK SET AREA 26 New York, Bogota GTM 5.0 CLOCK SET AREA 26 New York, Bogota GMT 5.0 CLOCK SET AREA 26 New York, Bogota GMT 5.0 SUMMERTIME OFF ON DATE Y M D

SUMMERTIME OFF SUMMERTIME OFF DATE Y M D 2 0 0 1 J A N 1 1 2 : 0 0 AM DATE Y M D 2 0 0 1 J A N 1 1 2 : 0 0 AM SETUP MENU CLOCK SET LTR SIZE DEMO MODE RETURN JUL 4 2001 5:30:00 PM

[EXEC] : NEXT ITEM

[EXEC] : NEXT ITEM The illustration: In CAMERA mode The year changes as follows:

2000 y 2001 T t 2079 To return to the FN screen Select screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button after step 10. The PAGE1

, 24 Step 2 Setting the date and time When using the camcorder abroad or the area where is several time difference with your area You can set up the clock temporarily. For details, see Simple setting of clock by time difference on page 179. For details on the available area of the network function, see Using your camcorder abroad on page 178 (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only). If you do not set the date and time and : : are recorded on the tape or the Memory Stick

(DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) as its data code. Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder operates on a 12-hour cycle. 12:00 AM stands for midnight. 12:00 PM stands for noon. G e t t i n g s t a r t e d 25 Step 3 Inserting a cassette

(1) Install the battery pack, or connect the AC power adaptor for the power supply

(p. 12 to 16).

(2) Slide OPEN/ZEJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the cassette lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens.

(3) Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to insert. Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out.

(4) Close the cassette compartment by pushing down the cassette lid halfway. The cassette compartment automatically goes down.

(5) After the cassette compartment goes down completely, close the lid until it clicks. 2 OPEN/ZEJECT 3, 4 5 To eject the cassette Follow the procedure above, and take out the cassette in step 3. Note Do not press the cassette compartment down firmly. Doing so may cause a malfunction. To prevent accidental erasure Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to expose the red mark. 26 Step 3 Inserting a cassette Note on the label These may cause a malfunction of the camcorder. Therefore, be sure not to:

Stick any labels than the supplied one. Stick the label onto any positions other than the labeling position [a].

[a]

G e t t i n g s t a r t e d 27 Recording Basics Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you.

(1) Remove the lens cap and pull the lens cap string to fix it.

(2) Install the power source. See Step 1 Preparing the power supply for more information (p. 18).

(3) Insert a cassette. See Step 3 Inserting a cassette for more information (p. 25).

(4) Press OPEN, then open the LCD panel.

(5) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. The CAMERA lamp lights up and your camcorder is set to the standby mode.

(6) Press START/STOP. The STBY indicator flashes. Then, the REC indicator appears instead and the camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Camera recording lamp 5 CAMERA MEMORY/

NETWORK VCR POWER Microphone

(CHG) OFF ON MODE 4 1 3 2 6 START/STOP 40min REC 0:00:01 After recording

(1) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).

(2) Close the LCD panel.

(3) Eject the cassette.

(4) Remove the power source. 28 Recording a picture Note Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. To enable smooth transition Transition between the last scene you recorded and the next scene is smooth as long as you do not eject the cassette even if you turn off your camcorder. However, check the following:

When you change the battery pack, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). If you leave your camcorder in standby mode for 5 minutes while the cassette is inserted Your camcorder automatically turns off. This is to save battery power and to prevent battery and tape wear. To resume the standby mode, set the POWER switch to OFF

(CHG), and to CAMERA again. However, your camcorder does not turn off automatically while the cassette is not inserted. Recording data The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayed during recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto the tape. To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback. You can also use DATA CODE on the PAGE3 screen for this operation. (p. 36). i R e c o r d n g B a s i c s The battery usable time when you record using the LCD screen The battery time is slightly shorter than the shooting time using the viewfinder. If you press START/STOP twice in very short time interval The operation may not work. Adjusting the angle of the LCD screen The LCD panel can be rotated as illustrated below. 180 90 OPEN When you try to close the LCD panel, set it horizontally, then swing it into the camcorder body. 29 Recording a picture Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off. When you adjust the angle of the LCD panel Make sure if the LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees. Shooting with the mirror mode This feature allows the camera subject to view him-or herself on the LCD screen. The subject uses this feature to check his or her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder. In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) mode. Pull out the viewfinder, and open the LCD panel and rotate it as illustrated below. indicator appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen. The When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA, Xz appears in standby mode, and z appears in recording mode. Some of other indicators appear mirror-reversed and others are not displayed. Pictures in the mirror mode The picture on the LCD screen is a mirror-image. However, the picture will be normal when recorded. During recording in the mirror mode FN appears mirror-reversed in the viewfinder. When you press the center z on the control button when FN is displayed on the screen The PAGE screen appears and the indicator is not displayed. 30 Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen When recording in bright conditions, set the LCD BACKLIGHT switch to OFF.

(1) In CAMERA, MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only), playback, or playback pause mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE2 screen appears.

(3) Select LCD BRT, then press the center z on the control button. The screen for adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen appears.

(4) Select /+, then press the center z on the control button repeatedly to adjust the brightness.

: to dim

+: to brighten You can also adjust the brightness by pressing b/B repeatedly after you select

(5) Press DISPLAY to clear the screen buttons. i R e c o r d n g B a s i c s 1 FN 2 PAGE2 3,4 LCD BRT OK LCD BRT

LCD BRT bar OPEN 5 To return to the FN screen Select screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. OK, then press the center z on the control button after step 4. The PAGE2 When FN is not displayed on the screen Press DISPLAY or z so that FN is displayed. You can also use DISPLAY on the Remote Commander. 31 Recording a picture The color of the LCD screen You can adjust it using the LCD COLOR item in the menu settings (p. XX). Even if you adjust LCD BRT, LCD COLOR, or the LCD screen backlight The recorded picture will not be affected. The setting of the LCD BACKLIGHT switch Normally, set it to ON. When you use the camcorder in bright conditions using the battery pack, set it to OFF. This position saves the battery power. Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Pull out the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. Viewfinder backlight You can change the brightness of the backlight when using the battery pack. Set up the VF B.L. item in the menu settings (p. 105). Even if you adjust the viewfinder backlight The recorded picture will not be affected. 32 Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Push up or down ZOOM slightly for a slower zoom. Push it firmly for a faster zoom. Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings. T side:

W side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) for telephoto (subject appears closer) W W T T W T To use zoom greater than 10 Zoom greater than 10 is performed digitally. To activate digital zoom, set D ZOOM to 20 or 120 in the menu settings. The digital zoom function is set to OFF as a default setting (p. 105). The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone. The digital zooming zone appears when you set D ZOOM to 20 or 120 in the menu settings (p. 105) W T Note During optical-zooming, the SteadyShot function does not work when the zoom position is set to the W-end side. When you shoot close to a subject If you cannot get a sharp focus, push up ZOOM toward the W side until the focus is sharp. You can shoot a subject that is at least about 80 cm (about 2 feet 5/8 inch) away from the lens surface in the telephoto position, or about 1 cm (about 1/2 inch) away in the wide-angle position. i R e c o r d n g B a s i c s 33 Recording a picture Notes on digital zoom Digital zoom is up to 20 or 120. The picture quality deteriorates as you push down ZOOM toward the T side. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) You cannot use the digital zoom. The indicators displayed in recording mode The indicators are not recorded on the tape. Remaining battery time indicator MICRO cassette memory indicator STBY/REC indicator 40min REC 0:00:01 45min Tape counter indicator Remaining tape indicator This appears soon after you insert a cassette. JUL 4 2001 12 : 05 : 56 AM FN FN button Select this button to display the operation buttons on the screen. Time indicator The time is displayed about 5 seconds after the power is turned on. Date indicator The date is displayed about 5 seconds after the power is turned on. Remaining battery time indicator The remaining battery time indicator roughly indicates the recording time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are recording. When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute for the correct remaining battery time in minutes to be displayed. Tape counter The tape counter can be reset using COUNT RESET on the PAGE3 screen through the FN screen (p. XX). Remaining tape indicator The indicator may not be displayed accurately depending on the tape. 34 Recording a picture Recording data The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayed during recording. However, they are recorded automatically onto the tape. To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback. You can also use DATA CODE on the PAGE3 screen through the FN screen for this operation (p. 36). Shooting backlit subjects BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. Press BACK LIGHT in CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) mode. The . indicator appears on the screen. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again. i R e c o r d n g B a s i c s BACK LIGHT When the backlight function is activated The backlight function will be canceled when you set EXPOSURE to MANUAL on the PAGE1 screen through the FN screen. While the FN screen is displayed The backlight function is deactivated. 35 Recording a picture Self-timer recording Recording with the self-timer starts in 10 seconds automatically. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation.

(1) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select SELF TIMER, then press the center z on the control button. The

(self-

timer) indicator appears.

(3) Press DISPLAY to turn off the screen buttons.

(4) Press START/STOP. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound. In the last 2 seconds of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically. START/STOP 1 2 FN PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT MENU FOCUS FADER SELF TIMER MEM MIX EXPO SURE 4 3 To stop the count down Press START/STOP. To restart the countdown, press START/STOP again. To record still images on a tape using the self-timer Press PHOTO in step 4 (p. 41). To cancel the self-timer recording Select SELFTIMER, then press the center z on the control button in standby mode. The

(self-timer) indicator disappears from the screen. Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically canceled when:

The self-timer recording is finished. The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) You can also record a still image on the Memory Stick with the self-timer (p. 125). 36 Checking the recording End search You can go to the end of the last recorded point.

(1) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE2 screen appears.

(3) Select END SCH, then press the center z on the control button. The last 5 seconds of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder returns to the standby mode. You can monitor the sound from the speaker. 1 2 FN PAGE2 3 END SCH To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To stop searching Select END SCH, then press the center z on the control button again. Note Even if you remove the cassette, the end search function works. i R e c o r d n g B a s i c s 37 Playback Basics Playing back a tape You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder.

(1) Install the power source and insert the recorded tape.

(2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel.

(3) Set the POWER switch to VCR. The camcorder turns on and the VCR lamp lights up.

(4) Select

(5) Select

(6) Adjust the volume following the procedure below.

, then press the center z on the control button to rewind the tape.

, then press the center z on the control button to start playback. 1 Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. 2 Select VOL, then press the center z on the control button. The screen for adjusting the volume appears. 3 Select /+, then press the center z on the control button repeatedly to adjust the volume.

: to turn down the volume

+: to turn up the volume You can adjust the volume by pressing b/B repeatedly after you select /+. OK, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen

(7) Select appears. 4 2 1 5 6 FN OK VOL

VOL bar 3 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

NETWORK VCR

(CHG) OFF ON MODE 38 Playing back a tape To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To stop playback Select

, then press the center z on the control button. When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out. If you leave the power on for a long time Your camcorder gets warm. However, this is not a malfunction. When you open or close the LCD panel Open or close the LCD panel after the position of the LCD panel is as illustrated below. Note Be careful not to touch the VBATT lever while you are playing back a tape. The battery pack may be accidentally become detached from the camcorder. P l a y b a c k B a s i c s 39 Playing back a tape To display the screen indicators Display function Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or on the Remote Commander. The indicators being displayed disappear from the screen. To display the indicators, press DISPLAY again. DISPLAY Using the data code function Your camcorder automatically records not only images on the tape but also the recording data (date/time and various settings when recorded) (Data code). Follow the steps below to display the data code using the camcorder or the Remote Commander. When using the camcorder To display the data code

(1) In playback or playback pause mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select PAGE3, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE3 screen appears.

(3) Select DATA CODE, then press the center z on the control button. The DATA CODE screen appears. DATACODE OFF OK CAM DATA DATE DATA

(4) Select CAM DATA or DATE DATA, then press the center z on the control button. The top of the selected button is indicated with the green bar.

(5) Select

(6) Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. OK, then press the center z on the control button. 40 Playing back a tape To clear the data code display

(1) Select

(2) Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. The data code OFF, then press the center z on the control button in step 4. disappears from the screen. When using the Remote Commander Press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander in playback or playback pause mode. The display changes as follows:

date/time t various settings (SteadyShot OFF, exposure, white balance, gain, shutter speed, aperture value) t no indicator To not display various settings while operating with the Remote Commander Set DATA CODE through The display changes as follows each time you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander: date/time y no indicator to DATE in the menu settings (p. 105). P l a y b a c k B a s i c s Date/time Various settings 40min 0:00:23 40min 0:00:23 JUL 4 2001 12:05:56 PM AUTO 60 AWB F1.8 9dB

[a]

[b]

[c]

[d]

[e]

[f]

[a] SteadyShot OFF indicator

[b] Exposure mode indicator

[c] White balance indicator

[d] Gain indicator

[e] Shutter speed indicator

[f] Aperture value indicator Various settings Various settings is your camcorders information when you recorded. In recording mode, the various settings are not displayed. When you use the data code function, bars

(-- -- --) appear if:

A blank portion of the tape is being played back. The tape is unreadable due to tape damage or noise. The tape was recorded by a camcorder without the date and time set. In various playback modes. Data code When you connect your camcorder to the TV, the data code also appears on the TV screen. 41 Playing back a tape Remaining battery time indicator during playback The indicator shows the approximate continuous playback time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are playing back. When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery time. Various playback modes To operate the video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR. To view a still image (playback pause) Select

, then press the center z on the control button during playback. To resume normal playback, select

, then press the center z on the control button again. Press PAUSE on the Remote Commander during playback. To resume normal playback, press PAUSE again. To advance the tape Select

, then press the center z on the control button when the tape is not played

, then press the center z on the control back. To resume normal playback, select button. Press FF on the Remote Commander when the tape is not played back. To resume normal playback, press PLAY. To rewind the tape Select

, then press the center z on the control button when the tape is not played

, then press the center z on the control back. To resume normal playback, select button. Press REW on the Remote Commander when the tape is not played back. To resume normal playback, press PLAY. To locate a scene monitoring the picture (picture search) Select

, then keep pressing the center z on the control button during or playback. To resume normal playback, release the button. Keep pressing REW or FF on the Remote Commander during playback. To resume normal playback, release the button. To monitor the high-speed picture while advancing or rewinding the tape (skip scan) Select

, then keep pressing the center z on the control button while rewinding the tape, or select rewinding or advancing, release the button.

, then keep pressing z while advancing the tape. To resume Keep pressing REW on the Remote Commander while rewinding the tape, or keep pressing FF on the Remote Commander while advancing the tape. To resume rewinding or advancing, release the button. To view the picture at slow speed (slow playback) Press SLOW on the Remote Commander during playback. To pause playback, press PAUSE on the Remote Commander. To resume normal playback, press PLAY on the Remote Commander. 42 Playing back a tape To search the last scene recorded (END SEARCH) Select END SCH on the PAGE2 screen through the FN screen, then press the center z on the control button when the tape is not played back. The camcorder plays back the last 5 seconds of the recorded section, then stops the playback. Video control buttons of the camcorder To play back or pause a tape To stop a tape To rewind a tape To fastforward a tape When the playback pause mode lasts for 5 minutes The playback pause will be released, then the camcorder stops the playback. To resume playback, select

, then press the center z on the control button or press PLAY on the Remote Commander. P l a y b a c k B a s i c s 43 Viewing the recording on the TV screen using the A/V connecting cable Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. You can operate the video control buttons in the same way as when you monitor playback pictures on the camcorder screen. When monitoring the playback picture on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor (p. 16). Also, refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Open the jack cover. Connect your camcorder to the TV using the A/V connecting cable. Then, set the TV/VCR selector on the TV to VCR. The supplied A/V connecting cable is equipped with the S video plug and the video plug. Use either the S video plug or the video plug depending on the TV. Do not connect both of the plugs to the TV. A/V White Yellow S VIDEO or VIDEO Black IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO

: Signal flow Red If your TV is already connected to a VCR Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE. If your TV or VCR is a monaural type Connect either the yellow or the black plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video or S video input jack and the white or red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR or the TV. If you connect the white plug, the sound is L (left) signal. If you connect the red plug, the sound is R (right) signal. 44 Viewing the recording on the TV screen using the A/V connecting cable If your TV has an S video jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video plug to the S video jack on the TV or VCR. This connection produces higher quality MICROMV format pictures. To display the screen indicators on the TV screen Set DISPLAY through DISPLAY. To turn off the screen indicators, press DISPLAY again. to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings (p. 105), then press P l a y b a c k B a s i c s 45 Viewing the recording on the TV using the i.LINK cable The i.LINK (MICROMV) jack is equipped with the camcorder. Using the supplied i.LINK cable, you can view a recorded picture on the TV connected with the camcorder. The available TVs that can be connected using the i.LINK cable are as follows: KD-

28HD750, KD-32HD750, KD-36HD750, etc. These models are for future available products in autumn in 2001. MICROMV IN

: Signal flow

(supplied) 46 Advanced Recording Operations Recording a still image on a tape Tape Photo recording You can record a still image onto a tape. This mode is useful when you want to print a image using a video printer (optional). You can record about 510 images on a 60-minute cassette. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can record still images on a Memory Stick (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) (p. 122).

(1) In standby mode, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears. Recording does not start yet. To change the still image, release PHOTO, select a still image again, and then press and hold PHOTO lightly.

(2) Press PHOTO deeper. The still image on the screen is recorded for about 7 seconds. The sound during those 7 seconds is also recorded. The still image is displayed on the screen until the recording is completed. PHOTO PHOTO 1 2 CAPTURE A d v a n c e d R e c o r d n g O p e r a t i o n s i Notes You cannot make a tape photo recording during normal CAMERA recording. During tape photo recording, you cannot change the mode or setting. When recording a still image, do not shake your camcorder. The image may fluctuate. The tape photo recording function does not work during following operations:

Fader Digital effect If you record a moving subject with the tape photo recording function When you play back the still image using other equipment, the image may fluctuate. To use the tape photo recording function using the Remote Commander Press PHOTO on the Remote Commander. Your camcorder immediately records an image on the screen. To record clear and less fluctuated still images (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) We recommend that you record on a Memory Stick. 47 Recording a still image on a tape Tape Photo recording Self-timer recording You can make a tape photo recording with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation.

(1) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select SELF TIMER, then press the center z on the control button. The

(self-

timer) indicator appears on the screen.

(3) Press DISPLAY to turn off the screen buttons.

(4) Press PHOTO firmly. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound. In the last 2 seconds of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then the recording starts automatically. 1 2 PHOTO FN PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT MENU FOCUS FADER SELF TIMER MEM MIX EXPO SURE 4 PHOTO 3 To cancel the self-timer recording Select SELF TIMER on the PAGE1 screen again, then press the center z on the control button in standby mode. The

(self-timer) indicator disappears from the screen. You cannot cancel the self-timer recording using the Remote Commander. Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically canceled when:

The self-timer recording is finished. The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. 48 Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The picture during playing back on a normal TV [b] or a wide -screen TV [c] are compressed in the widthwise direction. If you set the screen mode of the wide-screen TV to the full mode, you can watch pictures of normal images [d].

[a]

16:9WIDE

[b]

[c]

[d]

(1) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

(3) Select 16:9WIDE through

, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(4) Select ON, then press the center z on the control button.

(5) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. A d v a n c e d R e c o r d n g O p e r a t i o n s i 1 2 FN MENU 3,4 CAMERA SET D ZOOM 16:9 WIDE STEADY SHOT RETURN ON To cancel the wide mode Set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings. 5 49 Using the wide mode To return to the FN screen Select screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 RETURN, In wide mode, you cannot select the following functions:

Old movie Bounce During recording You cannot select or cancel the wide mode. When you cancel the wide mode, set your camcorder to the standby mode and then set 16:9WIDE to OFF in the menu settings. Connection for a TV Pictures recorded in 16:9WIDE mode automatically appear on the TV screen at full size when:

You connect your camcorder to a TV that is compatible with the video ID (ID-1/ID-2) system. You connect your camcorder to the S video jack on the TV. ID-1 system The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) with video signals. If you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1 system, the screen size is automatically selected. ID-2 system The ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with ID-1 signals inserted between video signals when you connect your camcorder to other equipment using the A/V connecting cable. 50 Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.

[a]

STBY REC NORM. FADER

(fader) MOSC. FADER

(mosaic) BOUNCE1) 2)

[b]

STBY REC MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color. When fading out, the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white. 1) You can use the bounce function when D ZOOM is set to OFF in the menu settings. 2) Fade in only. A d v a n c e d R e c o r d n g O p e r a t i o n s i 51 Using the fader function

(1) When fading in [a]

In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. When fading out [b]

During recording, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select FADER, then press the center z on the control button. The FADER screen for selecting the fader mode appears.

(3) Select the desired fader mode, then press the center z on the control button. The top of the selected button is indicated with the green bar.

(4) Press DISPLAY to turn off the screen buttons.

(5) Press START/STOP. The fader indicator flashes, then lights up. After the fade in/out is carried out, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. 1 FN 2,3 FADER FADER OFF OK NORM. FADER MOSC. FADER BOUN CE MONO TONE 5 4 To return to the FN screen Select screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. OK, then press the center z on the control button after step 3. The PAGE1 To cancel the fader function Before pressing START/STOP, select button. OFF, then press the center z on the control Note You cannot use the following functions while using the fader function, and vice versa. Digital effect Tape Photo recording 52 Using the fader function While using the bounce mode, you cannot use the following functions:

Exposure Focus Zoom Picture effect Note on the bounce mode You cannot select the bounce mode in the following mode or functions:

D ZOOM is set to 20 or 120 in the menu settings Wide mode Picture effect PROGRAM AE When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) You cannot use the fader function. A d v a n c e d R e c o r d n g O p e r a t i o n s i 53 Using special effects Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in films or on the TV. The picture is sepia. The picture is monochrome (black-and-white). NEG. ART [a] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. SEPIA :

B&W :

SOLARIZE [b] : The light intensity is clearer, and the picture looks like an illustration. SLIM [c] :

STRETCH [d] : The picture expands horizontally. PASTEL [e] :

The picture expands vertically. The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the picture looks like an animated cartoon. The picture is mosaic. MOSAIC [f] :

[a]

[b]

[c]

[d]

[e]

[f]

(1) In CAMERA mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

(3) Select P EFFECT through

, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(4) Select the desired picture effect mode, then press the center z on the control button.

(5) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. 1 FN 2 MENU 5 3,4 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR RETURN OFF NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE SLIM STRETCH PASTEL MOSAIC MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR RETURN NEG. ART 54 Using special effects Picture effect To return to the FN screen Select PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button after step 4. The RETURN, To turn the picture effect function off Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings. While using the picture effect function You cannot select the old movie mode with the digital effect function. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) The picture effect will be automatically canceled. A d v a n c e d R e c o r d n g O p e r a t i o n s i 55 Using special effects Digital effect You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can record still image successively at constant intervals. LUMI. (LUMINANCEKEY) You can swap a brighter area in a still image with a moving picture. TRAIL You can record a picture so that an incidental image like a trail is left. SLOW SHTR (SLOW SHUTTER) You can slow down the shutter speed. The slow shutter mode is good for recording dark pictures more brightly. OLD MOVIE You can add an old movie type atmosphere to pictures. Your camcorder automatically sets the wide mode to ON, picture effect to SEPIA, and the appropriate shutter speed. Still image Moving picture STILL LUMI. Still image Moving picture 56 Using special effects Digital effect

(1) In CAMERA mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select PAGE3, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE3 screen appears.

(3) Select DIG EFFT, then press the center z on the control button. The DIG EFFT screen for selecting the desired digital effect mode appears.

(4) Select the desired digital effect mode, then press the center z on the control button. In STILL and LUMI. modes, the still image is stored in memory.

(5) Select /+, then press the center z on the control button repeatedly to adjust the effect. You can also adjust the effect by pressing b/B repeatedly after you select /+. Items to be adjusted STILL FLASH LUMI. TRAIL SLOW SHTR OLD MOVIE The rate of the still image you want to superimpose on the moving picture The interval of flash motion The color scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture The vanishing time of the incidental image Shutter speed. The larger the shutter speed number, the slower the shutter speed. No adjustment necessary

(6) Press DISPLAY to turn off the screen buttons. A d v a n c e d R e c o r d n g O p e r a t i o n s i 1 FN 2 PAGE3 35 DIG EFFT 6 DIG EFFT OFF SLOW SHTR STILL OK DIG EFFT OFF OK OLD MOVIE FLASH LUMI. TRAIL LUMI.

The bar appears when selecting the STILL, FLASH, LUMI., or TRAIL mode. 57 Using special effects Digital effect To return to the FN screen Select screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. OK, then press the center z on the control button after step 5. The PAGE3 To cancel the digital effect Select OFF, then press the center z on the control button in step 3. Notes The following functions do not work during digital effect:

Fader Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes) The PROGRAM AE function does not work in slow shutter mode. The following functions do not work in old movie mode:

Wide mode Picture effect PROGRAM AE When recording in slow shutter or old movie mode The SteadyShot function does not work. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) The digital effect will be automatically canceled. When recording in slow shutter mode Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod. Shutter speed Shutter speed number Shutter speed SLOW SHTR 1 SLOW SHTR 2 SLOW SHTR 3 SLOW SHTR 4 1/30 1/15 1/8 1/4 58 Using the PROGRAM AE function You can use the PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) function to suit your specific shooting requirements. Spotlight This mode prevents peoples faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in a theater. Soft portrait This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers. Beach & ski This mode prevents peoples faces from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light, such as at a beach in midsummer or on a ski slope. Sunset & moon This mode allows you to maintain atmosphere when you are recording sunsets, general night views, and neon signs. Landscape This mode is for when you are recording distant subjects such as mountains and prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows when you are recording a subject behind glass or a screen. Low lux This mode makes subjects brighter in insufficient light. A d v a n c e d R e c o r d n g O p e r a t i o n s i 59 Using the PROGRAM AE function

(1) In standby or MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

(3) Select PROGRAM AE through

, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(4) Select a desired PROGRAM AE mode, then press the center z on the control button.

(5) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. The PROGRAM AE mode indicator appears at the lower-left corner on the screen. 1 FN 2 MENU 5 3,4 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR RETURN AUTO SPOTLIGHT PORTRAIT BEACH&SKI SUNSETMOON LANDSCAPE LOW LUX SPOTLIGHT MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR RETURN To return to the FN screen Select PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button after step 4. The RETURN, To turn the PROGRAM AE function off Set PROGRAM AE to AUTO in the menu settings in step 4. Notes Because your camcorder is set to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance, you cannot take close-ups in the following modes:

Spotlight Beach & ski Your camcorder is set to focus only on distant subjects in the following modes:

Sunset & moon Landscape 60 Using the PROGRAM AE function The following functions do not work in PROGRAM AE mode:

Slow shutter Old movie Bounce The digital effect function does not work in low lux mode:

While shooting in MEMORY mode, the low lux mode does not work .(The indicator flashes.) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) The SteadyShot function does not work in low lux mode. When WHT BAL is set to AUTO in the menu settings The white balance is adjusted even if the PROGRAM AE function is selected. If you are recording under a discharge tube such as a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp or mercury lamp Flickering or changes in color may occur in soft portrait mode. If this happens, turn the PROGRAM AE function off. A d v a n c e d R e c o r d n g O p e r a t i o n s i 61 Adjusting the white balance manually You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural color balance. Normally white balance is automatically adjusted.

(1) In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

(3) Select WHT BAL through

, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(4) Select the desired white balance mode, then press the center z on the control button. HOLD (HOLD) : Recording a single-colored subject or background OUTDOOR (

Recording a sunset/sunrise, just after sunset, just before sunrise, neon signs, or

fireworks Under a color matching fluorescent lamp INDOOR (n) :

When lighting condition changes quickly In too bright places such as photography studios Under sodium lamps or mercury lamps

(5) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. 1 FN 2 MENU 5 3,4 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR RETURN AUTO HOLD OUTDOOR INDOOR MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR RETURN HOLD To return to the FN screen Select PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button after step 4. The RETURN, 62 Adjusting the white balance manually To return to the automatic white balance mode Set WHT BAL to AUTO in the menu settings (p. 105). If the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lighting We recommend that you use the n indoor mode. When you record under fluorescent lighting Use the automatic white balance or hold mode. Your camcorder may not adjust the white balance correctly in n indoor mode. In automatic white balance mode Point your camcorder at the white subject for about 10 seconds after setting the POWER switch to CAMERA to get better adjustment when:

You detach the battery for replacement. You bring your camcorder from the interior of a house holding the exposure, and vice versa. In hold white balance mode Set the white balance to AUTO and reset to HOLD after few seconds when:

You change the PROGRAM AE mode. You bring your camcorder from the interior of a house, and vice versa. A d v a n c e d R e c o r d n g O p e r a t i o n s i 63 Adjusting the exposure manually You can adjust and set the exposure. Normally exposure is automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases:

To make a fine exposure adjustment To shoot the bright subject and dark background To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully

(1) In CAMERA or MEMORY mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select EXPOSURE, then press the center z on the control button. The EXPOSURE screen for adjusting the exposure appears.

(3) Select MANUAL, then press the center z on the control button.

(4) Select /+, then press the center z on the control button repeatedly to adjust the exposure.

: to dim

+ : to brighten You can also adjust the exposure by pressing b/B repeatedly after you select

(5) Press DISPLAY to turn off the screen buttons. 1 FN 24 EXPO SURE MANU AUTO AL OK AUTO OK EXPOSURE MANU AL EXPOSURE

5 To return to the FN screen Select screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. OK, then press the center z on the control button after step 4. The PAGE1 To return to the automatic exposure mode Select AUTO, then press the center z on the control button in step 4. Note When you adjust the exposure manually, the backlight function does not work. Your camcorder automatically returns to the automatic exposure mode:

If you change the PROGRAM AE mode. 64 Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. Normally, focus is automatically adjusted. The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting subjects through glass coated with water droplets horizontal stripes subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls and sky When you want to change the focus point from a subject in the foreground to a subject in the background Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod

(1) In CAMERA or MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select FOCUS, then press the center z on the control button. The FOCUS A d v a n c e d R e c o r d n g O p e r a t i o n s i screen for adjusting the focus appears.

(3) Select MANUAL, then press the center z on the control button. The top of the selected button is indicated with the green bar and the 9 indicator appears.

, then press the center z on the control button repeatedly to

(4) Select C or c adjust the focus. C : To move focus point closer

: To move focus point further away c You can also adjust the focus by pressing b/B repeatedly after you select C or c

(5) Press DISPLAY to turn off the screen buttons. 1 FN 24 FOCUS FOCUS AUTO MANU AL OK INFI NITY FOCUS AUTO MANU AL OK INFI NITY 5 65 Focusing manually To return to the FN screen Select screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. OK, then press the center z on the control button after step 4. The PAGE1 To return to the autofocus mode Select AUTO, then press the center z on the control button in step 4. The 9, indicator is turned off, and the camcorder returns to the autofocus mode. or To record distant subjects In step 4, select INFINITY, then press the center z on the control button. The focus is set to infinity position and the camcorder focuses on near objects even though you are trying to shoot a distant object. indicator appears. Use this mode when your To focus precisely It is easier to focus on the subject if you adjust the zoom to shoot at the W (wide-

angle) after focusing at the T (telephoto) position. When you shoot close to the subject Focus at the end of the W (wide-angle) position. 9 changes as follows:

when recording a distant subject. when the subject is too close to focus on. 66 Advanced Playback Operations Playing back a tape with picture effects During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect function: NEG.ART, SEPIA, B&W, and SOLARIZE.

(1) In playback or playback pause mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

(3) Select P EFFECT through

, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(4) Select the desired picture effect mode, then press the center z on the control button. See page 48 for details on each picture effect mode.

(5) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. Pressing DISPLAY again displays the video control buttons. 1 FN 2 MENU 5 3,4 MANUAL SET P EFFECT RETURN STBY OFF NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE MANUAL SET P EFFECT RETURN STBY SEPIA To return to the FN screen Select PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button after step 4. The RETURN, To cancel the picture effect function Set P EFFECT to OFF in the menu settings in step 4. Notes You cannot process externally input scenes using the picture effect function. You cannot record images on the tape inserted in your camcorder when you have processed the image using the picture effect function. However, you can record images on a Memory Stick (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) (p. 126, 131), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. A d v a n c e d P l a y b a c k O p e r a t i o n s 67 Playing back a tape with picture effects Pictures processed by the picture effect function Pictures processed by the picture effect function are not output through the i.LINK

(MICROMV) jack. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playback The picture effect function is automatically canceled. 68 Playing back a tape with digital effects During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect function: STILL, FLASH, LUMI., and TRAIL.

(1) In playback or playback pause mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE2 screen appears.

(3) Select DIG EFFT, then press the center z on the control button. The DIG EFFT screen for selecting the desired digital effect mode appears.

(4) Select the desired digital effect mode, then press the center z on the control button. In STILL or LUMI. mode, when the mode is selected, the picture being displayed is stored in memory as a still image.

(5) Select /+, then press the center z on the control button repeatedly to adjust the effect. See page 49 for details on each digital effect mode.

(6) Press DISPLAY to turn off the screen buttons. Pressing DISPLAY again displays the video control buttons. 1 2 FN PAGE2 35 DIG EFFT DIG EFFT OFF OK STILL FLASH LUMI. TRAIL 6 To return to the FN screen Select screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. OK, then press the center z on the control button after step 5. The PAGE2 To cancel the digital effect function Select OFF, then press the center z on the control button in step 4 or 5. A d v a n c e d P l a y b a c k O p e r a t i o n s 69 Playing back a tape with digital effects Notes You cannot process externally input scenes using the digital effect function. You cannot record images on the tape inserted in your camcorder when you have processed the image using the digital effect function. However, you can record images on a Memory Stick (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) (p. 126, 131), or on a VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures processed by the digital effect function Pictures processed by the digital effect function are not output through the i.LINK

(MICROMV) jack. When you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) or stop playback The digital effect function is automatically canceled. 70 Searching the scene Multi-picture search Using the multi-picture search function, you can display the thumbnails of all the top scenes of moving pictures and still images recorded in the tape onto the index screen. The recording date and title of each image or scene are also indicated. Select the thumbnail you want to play back, then press the center z on the control button, the camcorder starts searching the image or scene and play it back automatically. You can also control this function using the Remote Commander.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select MULTI SRCH, then press the center z on the control button. The MULTISRCH screen appears.

(4) Select </,, then press the center z on the control button. The camcorder starts scanning toward the selected direction. When you select ,, the thumbnails are displayed from the upper-left window, and when you select

<, they are displayed from the lower-right window. After the scanning is completed, the upper-left window turns black and the thumbnails will be displayed on the index screen. MULTI SRCH 2 FN 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

NETWORK VCR POWER

(CHG) OFF ON MODE 3,4 MULTI SRCH END MULTI SRCH END

[a]

SELECT DIRECTION

[b]

[a] The picture being fast-forwarded or rewinded

[b] The blue portion indicates the range of a scanning to display thumbnails A d v a n c e d P l a y b a c k O p e r a t i o n s 71 Searching the scene Multi-picture search

(5) Select the thumbnail you want to play back, then press the center z on the control button. The camcorder starts searching the image or scene and play it back automatically. The blue portion of the bar indicates the scanning range and the white portion of the bar indicates the recorded portion. 5 MULTI SRCH END MULTI SRCH END JUL 4 2001 12:05:56AM

[c]

[d]

[e]

[c] Actual point you are trying to search for (yellow v mark)

[d] Present point on the tape (yellow bar)

[e] Title/date (The title turns to the date indication after 5 seconds.) To return to the MULTISRCH screen from playback Select RETURN, then press the center z on the control button. To stop searching Press STOP on the Remote Commander. To end the multi-picture search function Select END, then press the center z on the control button. To end the multi-picture search function from the playback screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. 72 Searching the scene Multi-picture search When controlling from the Remote Commander You can use the MULTI SRCH and X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons. MULTI SRCH X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. The control button If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The multi-picture search function may not work correctly. The number of thumbnails stored in one cassette About 400 thumbnails can be stored. The number of thumbnails that can be searched in one scanning This is up to 11. When you press MULTI SRCH on the Remote Commander The MULTISRCH screen appears. During searching The other functions of this camcorder do not work. The thumbnail images displayed on the MULTISRCH screen You cannot modify these thumbnail images. When you use the multi-picture search function with the digital effect activated The digital effect will be canceled. Some of 11 thumbnails may not be displayed in the following cases:

The recorded images and scenes are less than 11 on the searched portion. When scanning the tape recorded over the previous recordings. When you have erased all the MICRO cassette memory of the tape (p. XX). A d v a n c e d P l a y b a c k O p e r a t i o n s 73 Searching the scene Multi-picture search Notes Thumbnails may not be displayed depending on the tape condition. This is not a Noise may appear on the thumbnails. However, this have no effect on the recorded malfunction. images. When you select < or ,, then press the center z on the control button during scanning The next 11 thumbnails will be scanned. Even if a first thumbnail is not displayed before the scanning is completed You can play back the image or scene. 74 Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title Title search You can search for the boundaries of recorded tape by title. You can only use this function with the Remote Commander.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the TITLE SEARCH indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows:

TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH

(no indicator)

(3) Press X or x on the Remote Commander to select the title you want to playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the scene having the title that you selected. 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

NETWORK VCR POWER

(CHG) OFF ON MODE 2 SEARCH MODE TITLE SEARCH 1 HELLO!

2 CONGRATULATIONS!

3 HAPPY NEW YEAR!

4 PRESENT 5 GOOD MORNING 6 WEDDING 3 TITLE SEARCH 3 HAPPY NEW YEAR!

4 PRESENT 5 GOOD MORNING 6 WEDDING 7 NIGHT 8 BASEBALL

[b] [a]

[a] Actual point you are trying to search for

[b] Present point on the tape To stop searching Press STOP on the Remote Commander. A d v a n c e d P l a y b a c k O p e r a t i o n s 75 Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title Title search When controlling from the Remote Commander SEARCH MODE STOP X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. The control button If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The title search function may not work correctly. To superimpose a title See page 98. 76 Searching a recording by date Date search You can automatically search for the point where the recording date changes and start playback from that point. You can only use this function with the Remote Commander. Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the DATE SEARCH indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows:

TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH

(no indicator)

(3) Press X or x on the Remote Commander to select the date you want to playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback at the beginning of the selected date. 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

NETWORK VCR POWER

(CHG) OFF ON MODE 2 SEARCH MODE DATE SEARCH 1 SEP / 5 / 01 2 SEP / 6 / 01 3 DEC / 24 / 01 4 JAN / 1 / 02 5 FEB / 11 / 02 6 APR / 29 / 02 3 DATE SEARCH 1 SEP / 5 / 01 2 SEP / 6 / 01 3 DEC / 24 / 01 4 JAN / 1 / 02 5 FEB / 11 / 02 6 APR / 29 / 02

[b] [a]

[a] Actual point you are trying to search for

[b] Present point on the tape To stop searching Press STOP on the Remote Commander. A d v a n c e d P l a y b a c k O p e r a t i o n s 77 Searching a recording by date Date search When controlling from the Remote Commander SEARCH MODE STOP X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. The control button If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The date search function may not work correctly. Cassette memory The tape cassette memory can hold 20 recording date data. 78 Searching for a photo Photo search You can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape. You can only use this function with the Remote Commander. Use this function to check or edit still images.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly until the PHOTO SEARCH indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows:

TITLE SEARCH t DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH

(no indicator)

(3) Press X or x on the Remote Commander to select the date you want to playback. Your camcorder automatically starts playback of the photo having the date that you selected. 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

NETWORK VCR POWER

(CHG) OFF ON MODE 2 3 SEARCH MODE PHOTO SEARCH 1 SEP / 5 / 01 1 7 : 30 2 SEP / 6 / 01 8 : 50 3 DEC / 24 / 01 1 0 : 30 4 JAN / 1 / 02 23 : 25 5 FEB / 11 / 02 1 6 : 11 6 APR / 29 / 02 1 3 : 45 PHOTO SEARCH 1 SEP / 5 / 01 1 7 : 30 2 SEP / 6 / 01 8 : 50 3 DEC / 24 / 01 1 0 : 30 4 JAN / 1 / 02 23 : 25 5 FEB / 11 / 02 1 6 : 11 6 APR / 29 / 02 1 3 : 45

[b] [a]

[a] Actual point you are trying to search for

[b] Present point on the tape To stop searching Press STOP on the Remote Commander. A d v a n c e d P l a y b a c k O p e r a t i o n s 79 Searching for a photo Photo search When controlling from the Remote Commander SEARCH MODE STOP X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. The control button If the tape has a blank portion between recorded portions The photo search function may not work correctly. The available number of photos that can be searched The available number is up to approximate 400 photos. However, if a moving picture is recorded between the still images, the searchable number decreases. 80 Editing Dubbing a tape Using the A/V connecting cable You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder as a player. Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. The supplied A/V connecting cable is equipped with the S video plug and the video plug. Use either the S video plug or the video plug depending on the recorder. Do not connect both of the plugs to the recorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) Press the following buttons to turn off the indicators so that they will not be superimposed on the edited tape:

On your camcorder:

On the Remote Commander: DISPLAY, DATA CODE, SEARCH MODE DISPLAY Set DATA CODE on the PAGE3 screen to OFF.

(1) Insert a blank tape (or the tape you want to record over) into the VCR, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder.

(2) Prepare the VCR for recording: connect the A/V connecting cable, then set the E d i t i n g input selector to LINE. Refer to the operating instructions of the VCR.

(3) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder.

(5) Start recording on the VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. A/V

: Signal flow S VIDEO or VIDEO IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO When you have finished dubbing a tape Stop the recording on the VCR, and stop the playback on the camcorder. 81 Dubbing a tape You can edit on VCRs that support the following systems 8 mm, Betamax, Hi8, Digital8, ED Betamax, VHS, mini DV, S-VHS, DV, or VHSC, S-VHSC, MICROMV If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow or black plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video or S video input jack on the VCR, and the white or red plug to the audio input jack on the VCR. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and when the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output. If your VCR has an S video jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video plug to the S video jack of the VCR. This connection produces higher quality MICROMV format pictures. Using the i.LINK cable Simply connect the supplied i.LINK cable to i.LINK (MICROMV) jack of your camcorder and to the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack of the MICROMV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. You cannot dub the titles, displayed indicators, the contents of cassette memory, or letters on the Memory Stick index screen (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only).

(You cannot connect the camcorder with a DV product.)

(1) Insert a blank tape (or the tape you want to record over) into the recorder, and insert the recorded tape into your camcorder.

(2) Prepare the recorder for recording. Set the input selector to LINE if it is provided. Refer to the operating instructions of the recorder.

(3) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(4) Play back the recorded tape on your camcorder.

(5) Start recording on the recorder. MICROMV

(supplied) MPEG2

: Signal flow 82 Dubbing a tape When you have finished dubbing a tape Stop the recording on the recorder, and stop the playback on the camcorder. You can connect only one recorder using the i.LINK cable See page 172 for more information about i.LINK. The following functions do not work during digital editing:

Picture effect Digital effect Note on playback pause pictures The recorded picture becomes rough when recorded through the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack. The picture may jitter when you play back the tape on other video devices. There may be a time-lag when you play back the tape on other video devices. E d i t i n g 83 Recording a program When using the A/V connecting cable You can record or edit a program from another VCR that has video/audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. 1 Switching the video input jack of the A/V connecting cable The supplied A/V connecting cable is equipped with the S video plug and the video plug. You have to select either of the jacks in the menu settings. The default setting is VIDEO. If the setup is not necessary, go to 2 Making a recording on page XX.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

(4) Select VIDEOINPUT through

, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(5) Select VIDEO or S VIDEO, then press the center z on the control button.

(6) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. Pressing DISPLAY again displays the video control buttons. 2 FN 3 MENU 4,5 VCR SET VIDEOINPUT RETURN VIDEO VCR SET VIDEOINPUT RETURN VIDEO S VIDEO 6 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

NETWORK VCR POWER

(CHG) OFF ON MODE 84 Recording a program 2 Making a recording Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings (The default setting is LCD.) (p. XX).

(1) Insert a blank tape (or the tape you want to record over) into your camcorder and insert the recorded tape into the VCR.

(2) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(3) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(4) Select PAGE3, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE3 screen appears.

(5) Select q REC CTRL, then press the center z on the control button, and select REC PAUSE, then press the center z on the control button.

(6) Press N on the VCR to start playback. The picture from the VCR appears on the screen on your camcorder.

(7) Select REC START, then press the center z on the control button at the scene where you want to start recording from. The recording starts. E d i t i n g 4,5 PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT REC CTRL DATA CODE COUNT RESET REC CTRL RET. REC PAUSE REC START 3 FN S VIDEO or VIDEO OUT S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO A/V

: Signal flow 85 Recording a program When you have finished dubbing a tape Select the playback of the VCR.

, then press the center z on the control button on your camcorder and stop If your VCR is a monaural type Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video output jack and the white or red plug to the audio output jack on the VCR. When the white plug is connected, the left channel audio is output, and when the red plug is connected, the right channel audio is output. If your VCR has an S video jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video plug to the S video jack of the VCR. This connection produces higher quality MICROMV format pictures. Note (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) When you press MEMORY PLAY on the Remote Commander in step 5, an image recorded on the Memory Stick is displayed. If you select REC START, then press the center z on the control button, the image will be recorded on the tape. To stop memory playback, press MEMORY PLAY on the Remote Commander again. 86 Recording a program When using the i.LINK cable Simply connect the supplied i.LINK cable to the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack of your camcorder and to the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack of the MICROMV products. With digital-to-digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital form for high-quality editing. (You cannot connect the camcorder with a DV product.)

(1) Insert a blank tape (or the tape you want to record over) into your camcorder, and insert the recorded tape into the player.

(2) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(3) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(4) Select PAGE3, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE3 screen appears.

(5) Select q REC CTRL, then press the center z on the control button, and select REC PAUSE, then press the center z on the control button.

(6) Press N on the player to start playback. The picture from the player appears on the screen on your camcorder.

(7) Select REC START, then press the center z on the control button at the scene where you want to start recording from. E d i t i n g 4,5 PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT REC CTRL DATA CODE COUNT RESET REC CTRL RET. REC PAUSE REC START 3 FN MICROMV

(supplied)

: Signal flow 87 Recording a program When you have finished dubbing a tape Select player.

, then press the center z on the control button and stop the playback of the Notes When an unavailable picture (such as, recorded with the DV format) is input, the message INPUT ERROR appears. You can connect only one recorder using the i.LINK cable. When you dub a picture in digital form The color of the display may be uneven. However, this does not affect the dubbed picture. If you record a playback pause picture with the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack The recorded picture becomes rough. And when you play back the picture using your camcorder, the picture may jitter. Note First, make the player to start playback or turn to the playback pause mode before the camcorder starts recording or turns to the recording pause mode. If no signal is input into the camcorder, the message xxx xxx appears and the camcorder cannot start recording. Before recording Make sure if the MPEG IN indicator appears on the screen. The MPEG IN indicator may appear on both equipment. 88 Superimposing a title You can superimpose the title for 5 seconds from the recording start point (Index titler function). When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for about 5 seconds from the point where you superimposed it. You can select one of eight preset titles and two custom titles (p. 101). You can also select the color, size and position of titles. VACATION Superimposing a title on starting a recording E d i t i n g

(1) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE2 screen appears.

(3) Select TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The title menu appears.

(4) Select

(5) Select the desired title, then press the center z on the control button. The

, then press the center z or B on the control button. selected title appears on the screen. 1 2 FN PAGE2 3 4 5 TITLE PRESET TITLE HELLO!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS!

OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END PRESET TITLE HELLO!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS!

OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END RETURN PRESET TITLE HELLO!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS!

OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END PRESET TITLE HELLO!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS CONGRATULATIONS!

OUR SWEET BABY WEDDING VACATION THE END RETURN TITLE OK RET. EXIT VACATION COLOR SIZE POS r POS R 89 Superimposing a title

(6) If necessary, change the color, size, or position by selecting COLOR, SIZE, POS r or POS R, then press the center z on the control button repeatedly.

(7) Select TITLE OK, then press the center z on the control button. The ?? screen appears.

(8) Select SAVE TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE indicator appears. And when you press START/STOP to start recording, TITLE SAVE appears on the screen for about 5 seconds and the title is set. 6,7 8 If you set the write-protect tab to lock You cannot superimpose the title. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection. To use the custom title If you want to use the custom title, select in step 4 (p. XX). If the tape has a blank portion You cannot superimpose a title on the blank portion. If the tape has a blank portion in the middle of the recorded portions The title may not be displayed correctly. To not display title during playback Set TITLE DSPL to OFF in the menu settings (p. 105). 90 Superimposing a title Title setting The title color changes as follows:

WHITE t YELLOW t VIOLET t RED t CYAN t GREEN t BLUE The title size changes as follows:

SMALL y LARGE You cannot input 13 characters or more in LARGE size. If you input more than 12 characters, the title size returns to SMALL even you select LARGE. If you select the title size SMALL, you have nine choices for the title position. If you select the title size LARGE, you have eight choices for the title position. The number of titles recordable on one cassette This is up to 20 characters when each title consists of five characters. When 20 titles were already superimposed The message TITLE FULL appears. Erase unnecessary titles. E d i t i n g 91 Superimposing a title Superimposing a title on the recorded tape The title is recorded for about 5 seconds from the recording start point.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE screen appears.

(4) Select INPUT TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The INPUT TITLE screen appears.

(5) Select </,, then press the center z on the control button. The camcorder starts scanning toward the selected direction. When you select ,, the thumbnails are displayed from the upper-left window, and when you select

<, they are displayed from the lower-right window. After the scanning is completed, the thumbnails are displayed on the index screen.

(6) Select the thumbnail you want to superimpose a title, then press the center z on the control button. The title menu appears.

(7) Perform steps 4 to 6 in Superimposing a title on starting a recording on page XX.

(8) Select SAVE TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE SAVE indicator appears on the screen for about 5 seconds and the title is set. 2 FN 3 TITLE END INPUT TITLE TITLE SET INPUT TITLE END INPUT TITLE END SELECT DIRECTION 4,5 68 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

NETWORK VCR POWER

(CHG) OFF ON MODE 92 Superimposing a title To use the custom title If you want to use the custom title, select in step 6 (p. 84). Notes Thumbnails may not be displayed depending on the tape condition. This is not a malfunction. images. Noise may appear on the thumbnails. However, this have no effect on the recorded You cannot execute TITLE SAVE until the playback picture is displayed in step 8. E d i t i n g 93 Superimposing a title Erasing a title

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

(4) Select TITLEERASE through

, then press the center z or B on the control button. The TITLE ERASE screen appears.

(5) Select the title you want to erase, then press the center z on the control button. The message ERASE OK? appears.

(6) Make sure the title is the one you want to erase, and select OK, then press the center z on the control button. The message ERASING flashes during erasing. After the erasing is completed, the message COMPLETE appears. 2 FN 3 MENU 4,5 CM SET T I TLEERASE TAPE T I TLE ERASE ALL INFODSPL CM SET T I TLEERASE TAPE T I TLE ERASE ALL INFODSPL RETURN T I TLE ERASE EXIT T I TLE ERASE 1 HELLO !

2 CONGRATULAT I ONS !

3 HAPPY NEW YEAR !

4 PRESENT 5 GOOD MORN I NG 6 WEDD I NG r R EXEC END 4 PRESENT ERASE OK?

OK CAN CEL 6 COMPETE CM SET T I TLEERASE TAPE T I TLE ERASE ALL INFODSPL RETURN Illustration: In CAMERA mode To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button after step 6. Next, select To cancel erasing Select CANCEL, then press the center z on the control button in step 5. 94 Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. Making a title in CAMERA mode

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE2 screen appears.

(4) Select TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE SET screen appears.

(5) Select

(6) Select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, then press the center z on the

, then press the center z or B on the control button. control button.

(7) Select the desired character button and press z repeatedly to select the desired character on the button.

(8) Select another character button, then press the center z on the control button. The cursor moves to the next character. Repeat the same procedure as step 6 and 7 to complete your title.

(9) Select SET, then press the center z on the control button. The title is stored in memory. 2 3 5 FN PAGE2 TITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET TITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET RETURN 6 TITLE SET CUSTOM1 SET CUSTOM2 SET RETURN 79 TITLE SET EXIT

DEF T t

ABC GH I JKL MNO PQR S TUV WXY Z 123 45

678 90 SET TITLE SET EXIT TITLE SET EXIT

[ PAR_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ]

DEF T t

ABC

[ PARTY_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ]

DEF T t

ABC GH I JKL MNO PQR S TUV WXY Z 123 45

678 90 SET GH I JKL MNO PQR S TUV WXY Z 123 45

678 90 SET E d i t i n g 95 Making your own titles To return to the FN screen Select appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button after step 9. The PAGE2 screen To change the title you have stored In step 5, select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, depending on which title you want to change, then press the center z on the control button and then enter a new title as desired. If you take 5 minutes or longer to enter characters in standby mode while a cassette is in your camcorder The power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored in memory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) once and then to CAMERA again, then complete your title. We recommend setting the POWER switch to VCR or removing the cassette so that your camcorder is not automatically turned off while you are entering title characters. To erase the title Select C, then press the center z on the control button. The last character is erased. To enter a space Select c, then press the center z on the control button. To enter the same character on the same button in succession Select c, then press the center z on the control button to move the cursor to the next position, and enter the character. 96 Making your own titles Making a title in VCR mode

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select TITLE, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE screen appears.

(4) Select TITLE SET, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE SET screen appears.

(5) Select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET, then press the center z on the control button.

(6) Perform the procedure as steps 7 to 8 in Making a title in CAMERA mode on page XX.

(7) Select SET, then press the center z on the control button. The title is stored in memory. E d i t i n g 2 FN 3 TITLE 46 7 To return to the FN screen Select appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. RETURN, then press the center z on the control button. The TITLE screen END, then press the center z on the control button. Last, select 97 The MICRO cassette memory The MICROMV cassette automatically records recording conditions and date. You can also label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 16 characters and is stored in the cassette memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR, the label is displayed for about 5 seconds. The cassette information

[a] Unique number of each cassette. The camcorder automatically assign this number.

[b] Cassette title set by the TAPE TITLE item in the menu settings (Cassette label).

[c] First-recorded date in this cassette.

[d] Last-recorded date in this cassette.

[e] Recorded area is indicated with the white bar. 98 The MICRO cassette memory Labeling a cassette

(1) Insert the cassette you want to label.

(2) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.

(3) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(4) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

(5) Select TAPE TITLE through

, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(6) Select the desired character button and press the center z on the control button repeatedly to select the desired character on the button .

(7) Select another character button, then press the center z on the control button. The cursor moves to the next character. Repeat the same procedure as step 6 and 7 to complete the label.

(8) Select SET, then press the center z on the control button. The label is stored in E d i t i n g memory.

(9) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. 3 5 4 MENU FN CM SET T I TLEERASE T I TLE DSPL TAPE T I TLE ERASE ALL INFODSPL 68 9 SET CM SET T I TLEERASE T I TLE DSPL TAPE T I TLE ERASE ALL INFODSPL TAPE TITLE EXIT

DEF T t

ABC GH I JKL MNO PQR S TUV WXY Z 123 45

678 90 SET TAPE TITLE EXIT TAPE TITLE EXIT

[ GRADU_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ]

DEF T t

ABC

[ GRADUATION_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ]

DEF T t

ABC GH I JKL MNO PQR S TUV WXY Z 123 45

678 90 SET GH I JKL MNO PQR S TUV WXY Z 123 45

678 90 SET 99 The MICRO cassette memory To return to the FN screen Select screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button after step 8. The PAGE1

, To erase the label you have made Select C, then press the center z on the control button in step 6. The last character is erased. To change the label you have made Insert the cassette you want to change the label, and operate in the same way to make a new label. If you set the write-protect tab of the tape to lock You cannot label the tape. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection. Note on a recorded area A blank portion between the recorded areas is also indicated as a recorded area. Note on cassette information You can turn off the cassette information using the q INFODSPL item in the menu settings. To erase the title Select C, then press the center z on the control button. The last character is erased. To enter a space Select c, then press the center z on the control button. To enter the same character on the same button in succession Select c, then press the center z on the control button to move the cursor to the next position, and enter the character. 100 The MICRO cassette memory Deleting all the data in the MICRO cassette memory You can delete all the data (cassette title, date, photo, thumbnail, and cassette information) in MICRO cassette memory at once.

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

(4) Select ERASE ALL through

, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(5) Select ERASE OK?, then press the center z on the control button.

(6) Select OK, then press the center z on the control button.

(7) Select EXECUTE, then press the center z on the control button. The message ERASING appears on the screen. Once deleting is completed, the message COMPLETE appears.

(8) Press DISPLAY to turn off the screen indicators. To return to the FN screen Select screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button after step 7. The PAGE1

, To cancel deleting Select RETURN in step 5 or 6, then press the center z on the control button. Note Once delete all the data in the MICRO cassette memory, the following operations do not work:

Multi-picture search Title search Date search Photo search Note on ID number This number cannot be deleted. E d i t i n g 101 Customizing Your Camcorder Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with the control button. The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item, and then the mode.

(1) In standby, MEMORY (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) or VCR mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

(3) Select the desired icon, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(4) Select the desired item, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(5) Select the desired setting, then press the center z on the control button.

(6) Repeat steps 3 to 5 if you want to change other items. To return to step 3, select RETURN, then press the center z on the control button. For details, see Selecting the mode setting of each item (p. 106). 2 CAMERA VCR 3 MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT MENU MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR MANUAL SET P EFFECT MEMORY MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE WHT BAL

(DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) 4 5 1 FN 102 OTHERS AREA SET SUMMERTIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP OTHERS AREA SET SUMMERTIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP RETURN AREA 26 GMT5.0 New York Bogota OTHERS AREA SET SUMMERTIME BEEP RETURN OTHERS AREA 26 GMT5.0 New York Bogota ON JUL 4 2001 5:30:00 PM AREA SET SUMMERTIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP RETURN OTHERS AREA SET SUMMERTIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP RETURN ON OFF OTHERS AREA SET SUMMERTIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP RETURN ON OFF OTHERS AREA SET SUMMERTIME BEEP COMMANDER DISPLAY REC LAMP RETURN OFF Changing the menu settings To turn off the menu After step 5, press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. To return to the FN screen After step 5, select appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen Menu items are displayed as the following icons:

MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. The MEMORY position of the POWER switch is only for the DCR-IP7/IP7BT. Icon/item Mode Meaning PROGRAM AE P EFFECT WHT BAL AUTO SHTR z ON OFF D ZOOM z OFF 20 120 z OFF ON 16:9WIDE To suit your specific shooting requirement

(p. 52). To add special effects like those in films or on the TV to images (p. 48). To adjust the white balance (p. 55). To automatically activate the electronic shutter when shooting in bright conditions. To deactivate the electronic shutter even when shooting in bright conditions. To deactivate the digital zoom. Up to 10 zoom is carried out. To activate the digital zoom. More than 10 to 20 zoom is performed digitally (p. 27). To activate the digital zoom. More than 10 to 120 zoom is performed digitally (p. 27). To record a 16:9 wide picture (p. 44). POWER switch CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA CAMERA CAMERA C u s t o m i z i n g Y o u r C a m c o r d e r

(continued on the following page) 103 Changing the menu settings Icon/item STEADYSHOT Mode z ON OFF VIDEOINPUT z VIDEO S VIDEO LCD COLOR Meaning To compensate for camera-shake. To cancel the SteadyShot function. Natural pictures are produced when shooting a stationary object with a tripod. To use the video plug of the A/V connecting cable when recording from a player. To use the S video plug of the A/V connecting cable when recording from a player. To adjust the color on the LCD screen with b/B. POWER switch CAMERA VCR CAMERA MEMORY VCR VF B.L. z BRT NORMAL BRIGHT

* STILL SET PIC MODE z SINGLE MULTI SCRN QUALITY z FINE STANDARD

* DCR-IP7/IP7BT only Low intensity high intensity To set the brightness on the viewfinder screen to normal. To brighten the viewfinder screen. CAMERA MEMORY VCR To not record continuously. To record nine images continuously (p. 124). To record still images in the fine image quality mode. To record still images in the standard image quality mode. MEMORY MEMORY VCR Notes on the SteadyShot function The SteadyShot function may not work properly in the following cases:

When the camera shake is excessive. When shooting in dark conditions. When the contrast of the subject and its background is low. When the subject is in vertical stripes. When shooting a moving subject. When attaching a conversion lens (optional). If you cancel the SteadyShot function The SteadyShot off indicator compensation for camera-shake. appears. Your camcorder prevents excessive Notes on VF B.L. When you select BRIGHT, the battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording. When you use the power source other than the battery pack VF B.L. is automatically set to BRIGHT. 104 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning

* MOVIE SET MOVIEMODE z SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD LIGHTMODE SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT z RETURN OK PHOTO SAVE

* DCR-IP7/IP7BT only To record moving pictures in the super fine image quality. To record moving pictures in the fine image quality. To record moving pictures in the standard image quality. To record moving pictures for e-mail attachment. To play back images in a continuous loop

(p. 154). To delete all the unprotected images (p. 158). To cancel formatting. To format the inserted Memory Stick. 1. Select FORMAT, then press the center z on the control button. 2. Select OK, then press the center z on the control button. 3. After EXECUTE appears, select EXECUTE, then press the center z on the control button. FORMATTING flashes during formatting. COMPLETE appears when formatting is finished. To duplicate still images on the tape onto the Memory Stick (p. 140). POWER switch MEMORY VCR MEMORY MEMORY MEMORY VCR C u s t o m i z i n g Y o u r C a m c o r d e r Notes on formatting (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) The Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder has been formatted at factory. Formatting with your camcorder is not required. Do not slide the POWER switch or press any button while FORMATTING is displayed. You cannot format the Memory Stick if its write-protect switch is set to LOCK. Format the Memory Stick if FORMAT ERROR appears. Formatting erases all information on the Memory Stick (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) Check the contents of the Memory Stick before formatting. Formatting erases sample images on the Memory Stick. Formatting erases the protected image data on the Memory Stick.

(continued on the following page) 105 Changing the menu settings Icon/item TITLEERASE TITLE DSPL TAPE TITLE Mode z ON OFF ERASE ALL q INFODSPL z ON OFF qREMAIN z AUTO CLOCK SET ON LTR SIZE z NORMAL DEMO MODE 2 z ON OFF Meaning To erase the superimposed title (p. 102). To display the superimposed title. To not display the title. To label a cassette (p. 103) To erase all the data in the MICRO cassette memory (p. 104). To display its cassette information of the tape. This is displayed for 5 seconds in the following cases: (p. XX). When turning on the power with a cassette inserted or inserting a cassette. When entering the VCR mode using the POWER switch. To not display its cassette information of the tape. To display the remaining tape bar:

for about 8 seconds after your camcorder is turned on or a cassette is inserted, and calculates the remaining amount of tape. for about 8 seconds after you select and pressing the center z on the control button or DISPLAY is pressed to display the screen indicators. During fast-forwarding or rewinding the tape. To always display the remaining tape indicator. To set the date or time (p. 17). To display the selected menu item in normal size. To display the selected menu item at twice the normal size. To make the demonstration appear. To cancel the demonstration mode. POWER switch CAMERA VCR VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA Notes on DEMO MODE You cannot select DEMO MODE when a cassette is inserted in your camcorder. DEMO MODE is set to STBY (Standby) at the default setting and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you have set the POWER switch to CAMERA without a cassette inserted. To cancel the demonstration, insert a cassette, set the POWER switch to the positions other than CAMERA, or set DEMO MODE to OFF. To set to STBY (Standby) again, leave the DEMO MODE to ON in the menu settings, set the POWER switch to OFF

(CHG), and slide the POWER switch to CAMERA. 106 Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning DATA CODE*

z DATE/CAM AREA SET DLS DATE z OFF ON BEEP z MELODY COMMANDER NORMAL OFF z ON OFF DISPLAY z LCD V-OUT/LCD REC LAMP z ON OFF To display date, time and various settings during playback. To display date and time during playback. To set your area, now using the camcorder, temporarily (p. XX). To select when your area is not in daylight saving time. To set when your area is in daylight saving time. To output the melody when you start/stop recording or when an unusual condition occurs on your camcorder. To output the beep instead of the melody. To cancel the melody and beep sound. To activate the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. To deactivate the Remote Commander to avoid remote control misoperation caused by other VCRs remote control. To show the indicators on the LCD screen and viewfinder. To show the indicators on the TV screen, LCD screen and viewfinder. To light up the camera recording lamp at the front of your camcorder. To turn the camera recording lamp off so that the subject is not aware of your recording. POWER switch MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY VCR CAMERA MEMORY C u s t o m i z i n g Y o u r C a m c o r d e r

* Using the Remote Commander only Note If you press DISPLAY with DISPLAY set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings, the picture from the TV or VCR will not appear on the screen even when your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR. Even if the power source is detached from the camcorder The menu items setting will be retained even if you remove the power source. When recording a close subject When REC LAMP is set to ON, the red camera recording lamp on the front of the camcorder may reflect on the subject if it is too close. In this case, we recommend you set REC LAMP to OFF. 107 Memory Stick Operations Using a Memory Stick introduction DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can record an image onto the Memory Stick and easily play it back on your camcorder. The following functions are also available using the Memory Stick. To capture the image recorded on the tape using the Memory Stick. To duplicate the image recorded on the Memory Stick onto the tape. To duplicate the image to your computer via the supplied USB cable. To delete an image, protect an image, and write the print mark. On file format Still image (JPEG) Your camcorder compresses image data in the JPEG format (file extension .jpg). Moving picture (MPEG) Your camcorder compresses picture data in the MPEG format (file extension .mpg). Typical image data file name Still image This file name appears on the screen of your camcorder. 100-0001:

Dsc00001.jpg: This file name appears on the display of your computer. Moving picture MOV10001:

This file name appears on the screen of your camcorder. Mov10001.mpg: This file name appears on the display of your computer. Using a Memory Stick Terminal Write-protect switch Labeling position You cannot record or erase images when the write-protect switch on the Memory The position and shape of the write protect switch may be different depending on the Stick is set to LOCK. model. We recommend backing up important data. Image data may be damaged in the following cases:

If you remove the Memory Stick, turn the power off or detach the battery for replacement when the access lamp is flashing. If you use Memory Sticks near magnets or magnetic fields such as those of speakers and televisions. 108 Using a Memory Stick introduction Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. Stick its label on the labeling position. Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to Memory Sticks. Do not disassemble or modify Memory Sticks. Do not let Memory Sticks get wet. Do not use or keep Memory Sticks in locations that are:

Extremely hot such as in a car parked in the sun or under the scorching sun. Under direct sunlight. Very humid or subject to corrosive gases. When you carry or store a Memory Stick, put it in its case. Memory Sticks formatted by a computer Memory Sticks formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with this camcorder. Notes on image data compatibility Image data files recorded on Memory Sticks by your camcorder conform with the Design rule for Camera File system universal standard established by the JEITA

(Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). On your camcorder, you cannot play back still images recorded on other equipment

(DCR-TRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that does not conform to this universal standard. (These models are not sold in some areas.) If you cannot use the Memory Stick that is used with other equipment, format it with this camcorder (p. 109). However, formatting erases all information on the Memory Stick. Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Windows and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh and Mac OS, QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. The Bluetooth trademarks are owned by their proprietor and used by Sony Corporation under license. All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, and are not mentioned in each case in this manual. M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 109 Using a Memory Stick introduction Inserting a Memory Stick Insert a Memory Stick in the Memory Stick slot as far as it can go with the v mark facing up as illustrated. Access lamp Memory Stick slot Ejecting the Memory Stick Slide the MEMORY EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow. MEMORY EJECT While the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder because your camcorder is reading the data from the Memory Stick or recording the data on the Memory Stick. Do not turn the power off , eject a Memory Stick or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. MEMORYSTICK ERROR is displayed If Remove the Memory Stick, then insert it again. If the message is indicated, the Memory Stick may be corrupted. Use another Memory Stick. 110 Using a Memory Stick introduction Using a button displayed on the screen Your camcorder has operation buttons on the screen. Use the control button to operate the buttons on the screen.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.

(2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen. You can switch the memory playback/memory camera mode by selecting PLAY/CAM.

(3) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears. Operation buttons appear on the screen.

(4) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE2 screen appears. Operation buttons appear on the screen.

(5) Select PAGE3, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE3 screen appears. Operation buttons appear on the screen.

(6) Select a desired operation item, then press the center z on the control button. Refer to relevant pages for each function. 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 36 FN In memory camera mode PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT MENU SELF TIMER FOCUS PLAY INDEX EXPO SURE PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT LCD BRT PLAY INDEX 2 PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT VOL PLAY INDEX In memory camera mode In memory playback mode (still image) NETWORK PLAY INDEX FN

CAM INDEX FN 111 Using a Memory Stick introduction To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To execute settings Select OK, then press the center z on the control button. If the item is not available The color of the item changes to gray. Select FN, then press the center z on the control button to display the following buttons:

In memory camera mode PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 MENU, SELF TIMER, PLAY, INDEX, EXPOSURE, FOCUS LCD BRT, PLAY, INDEX VOL, PLAY, INDEX In memory playback mode PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 MENU, CAM, INDEX, DELETE, +, LCD BRT, CAM, INDEX, PB ZOOM, +, DATA CODE, CAM, INDEX, +, 112 Using a Memory Stick introduction Selecting the still image quality mode You can select the image quality mode for still image recording. The default setting is FINE.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(4) Select

(5) Select STILL SET, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(6) Select QUALITY, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(7) Select the desired image quality mode, then press the center z on the control button.

(8) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. 2 FN 3 MENU 8 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 4 MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN 6 MEMORY SET STILL SET PIC MODE QUALITY RETURN 5 MEMORY SET STILL SET PIC MODE QUALITY RETURN SINGLE 7 MEMORY SET STILL SET PIC MODE QUALITY RETURN STANDARD REMAIN 8 FINE REMAIN 5 113 Using a Memory Stick introduction To return to the FN screen Select PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button after step 7. The RETURN, Image quality settings Setting Meaning FINE

(Indicator: FINE) STANDARD

(Indicator: STD) Use this mode when you want to record high quality images. The image is compressed to about 1/6. This is the standard image quality. The image is compressed to about 1/10. Approximate number of still images you can record on a Memory Stick The number of images you can record varies depending on which image quality mode you select. The table below indicates the recordable numbers when using the Memory Stick formatted with this camcorder. Quality 128 MB*

64 MB*

Memory Stick 16 MB*

32 MB*

8 MB*

4 MB FINE 1310 images 650 images STANDARD 1970 images 980 images 325 images 485 images 160 images 240 images 80 images 120 images 39 images 58 images

* Optional Note In some cases, changing the image quality mode may not affect the image quality, depending on the types of images you are shooting. Differences in image quality mode Recorded images are compressed in the JPEG format before being stored in memory. The memory capacity allotted to each image varies depending on the selected image quality mode. Details are shown in the table below. (The image size is 640 480, regardless of image quality mode. The data size before compression is about 600 KB.) Image quality mode FINE (FINE) STANDARD (STD) Memory capacity About 100 KB About 60 KB Image quality mode indicator The image quality mode indicator is not displayed during playback. 114 Using a Memory Stick introduction Setting the moving picture quality mode You can select the moving picture quality mode. The default setting is SUPER FINE.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(4) Select

(5) Select MOVIE SET, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(6) Select MOVIEMODE, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(7) Select the desired movie mode, then press the center z on the control button.

(8) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. 2 FN 3 MENU 8 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 4 MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN 5 MEMORY SET MOVIE SET MOVIEMODE REMAIN RETURN LIGHTMODE REMAIN 18sec 6 MEMORY SET MOVIE SET MOVIEMODE REMAIN RETURN LIGHT SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD LIGHTMODE REMAIN 18sec 7 MEMORY SET MOVIE SET MOVIEMODE REMAIN RETURN SUPER FINE REMAIN 8sec 115 Using a Memory Stick introduction Image quality settings Setting Meaning Frame rate Transmission rate (image and audio) Indicator

(during playback) SUPER FINE

(Indicator: SFN) FINE

(Indicator: FINE) STANDARD

(Indicator: STD) LIGHTMODE

(Indicator: LIGHT) Records 352 240 moving pictures. Records 352 240 moving pictures. Records 144 96 moving pictures. Records 144 96 moving pictures. 30 fps 1200 Kbps 30 fps 750 Kbps 10 fps 400 Kbps 10 fps 200 Kbps SFN FINE STD LIGHT SUPER FINE: You can record a moving pictures in most highly quality. This mode is suitable when you will modify the pictures using your computer. SUPER FINE is the default setting of the camcorder. FINE: You can record a moving picture for longer time than the SUPER FINE mode, the quality, however, slightly declines. STANDARD: You can record a moving picture for longer time than the FINE mode, the image size, however, is smaller one. LIGHTMODE: Since the file size is small, this mode is suitable for e-mail transmission. The image quality, however, declines. Note on frame mode A moving picture consists of continuous still images. Frame rate indicates the number of images played back for a second. The more the number increases, the more the moving picture becomes natural in movement. Note on transmission rate The higher the transmission rate, the more the moving picture becomes natural in movement. Maximum recording time of moving pictures Image quality mode Maximum recording time SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD LIGHTMODE 45 s 1 min 10 s 2 min 20 s 4 min 40 s 116 Using a Memory Stick introduction Approximate time of moving pictures you can record on a Memory Stick The table below indicates the recordable time when using the Memory Stick formatted with this camcorder. Quality 128 MB*

64 MB*

SUPER FINE 13 min FINE 20 min STANDARD 41 min LIGHTMODE 82 min

* Optional 6 min 10 min 20 min 41 min Memory Stick 16 MB*

32 MB*

3 min 5 min 10 min 20 min 1 min 2 min 5 min 10 min 8 MB*

45 s 1 min 2 min 5 min 4 MB 20 s 35 s 1 min 2 min M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 117 Recording still images on a Memory Stick Memory Photo recording DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can record still images on a Memory Stick. You can also record nine still images continuously. (MULTI SCRN) Before operation Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.

(2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly. The green z mark stops flashing, then lights up. The brightness of the image and focus are adjusted, being targeted for the middle of the image and are fixed. Recording does not start yet.

(3) Press PHOTO deeper. The image displayed on the screen will be recorded on the Memory Stick. Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears. 2 3 PHOTO PHOTO FINE 1 / 12 Approximate number of images recordable on the Memory Stick. Number of recorded images. NETWORK PLAY INDEX FN FINE NETWORK PLAY INDEX FN 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE 118 Recording still images on a Memory Stick Memory Photo recording When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work:

Wide mode Digital zoom SteadyShot function Fader Picture effect Digital effect Title Low lux mode of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) While you are recording a still image You can neither turn off the power nor press PHOTO. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image displayed on the screen when you press the button. When recording a still image in step 2 The image momentarily flickers. This is not a malfunction. Recording data The recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded) are not displayed while recording. However, they are automatically recorded onto the Memory Stick. To display the recording data, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander. When using the camcorder for this operation, select CAM DATA or DATE DATA, then press the center z on the control button, through DATA CODE on the PAGE3 screen (p. 36). The number of still images recordable on the Memory Stick It varies according to the image quality mode and the complexity of the subject. M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s Recording images continuously You can record still images continuously. Select the multi screen mode described below before recording. Multi screen mode Your camcorder shoots nine still images at about 0.5 sec intervals and displays the images on a single page divided into 9 boxes. ( Indicator:

) 119 Recording still images on a Memory Stick Memory Photo recording

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(4) Select

(5) Select STILL SET, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(6) Select PIC MODE, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(7) Select MULTI SCRN, then press the center z on the control button.

(8) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. 2 FN 3 MENU 8 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE 4 MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN 5 MEMORY SET STILL SET PIC MODE QUALITY RETURN SINGLE 6 MEMORY SET STILL SET PIC MODE QUALITY RETURN SINGLE MULTI SCRN 7 MEMORY SET STILL SET PIC MODE QUALITY RETURN MULTI SCRN To return to the FN screen Select PAGE1 screen appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button.

, then press the center z on the control button after step 7. The RETURN, If the capacity of the Memory Stick becomes full Stick. FULL appears on the screen, and you cannot record still images on this Memory 120 Recording still images on a Memory Stick Memory Photo recording Self-timer memory photo recording You can record images on a Memory Stick with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select SELF TIMER, then press the center z on the control button. The

(self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.

(4) Press DISPLAY to turn off the screen buttons.

(5) Press PHOTO firmly. Self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound. In the last 2 seconds of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically. 4 M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 5 1 PHOTO POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE 2 3 PHOTO FN SELF TIMER PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT MENU SELF TIMER FOCUS PLAY INDEX EXPO SURE To record moving pictures on a Memory Stick with the self-

timer Press START/STOP in step 5. To stop the recording, press START/STOP again. To cancel the self-timer recording Select SELF TIMER on the PAGE1 screen, then press the center z on the control button before the shutter is fired so that the

(self-timer) indicator disappears from the screen. You cannot cancel the self-timer recording using the Remote Commander. 121 Recording still images on a Memory Stick Memory Photo recording Note The self-timer recording mode is automatically canceled when:

The self-timer recording is finished. The POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG) or VCR. To check the image to be recorded You can check the image by pressing PHOTO on the camcorder lightly, then press it deeper to start the self-timer recording. 122 Recording an image from a tape as a still image DCR-IP7/IP7BT only Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it on a Memory Stick as a still image. Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input jack and record it as a still image on a Memory Stick. Before operation Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) Select

, then press the center z on the control button. The picture recorded on the tape is played back.

(3) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until the picture from the tape freezes. CAPTURE appears on the screen. Recording does not start yet.

(4) Press PHOTO deeper. The image displayed on the screen will be recorded on the Memory Stick. Recording is complete when the bar scroll indicator disappears. 3 FINE 1 / 40 CAPTURE 4 PHOTO PHOTO FINE FN FN 2 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike the camcorder. As well do not turn the power off , eject the Memory Stick or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. appears on the screen If The inserted Memory Stick is incompatible with your camcorder because its format does not conform with your camcorder. Check the format of the Memory Stick. M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 123 Recording an image from a tape as a still image If you press PHOTO lightly in the playback mode Your camcorder stops momentarily. Sound recorded on the tape You cannot record the audio from the tape. Titles which have already been recorded on tapes You cannot record the titles on Memory Sticks. The title does not appear while you are recording a still image with PHOTO. Recording date/time The date/time when it is recorded on the Memory Stick is recorded. Various settings are not recorded. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button. Recording a still image from other equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY in to LCD in the menu settings (p. 105). (The default setting is LCD.)

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) When using the A/V connecting cable, set VIDEOINPUT to the appropriate position depending on the player (p. XX).

(3) Play back the recorded tape. The image of the other equipment is displayed on the screen.

(4) Follow the steps 3 and 4 on page 126. Using the A/V connecting cable S VIDEO or VIDEO OUT S VIDEO VIDEO A/V

: Signal flow Connect the yellow or black plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video or S video jack on the VCR. 124 Recording an image from a tape as a still image If your VCR has an S VIDEO jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video plug to the S video jack of the VCR. This connection produces higher quality MICROMV format pictures. Using the i.LINK cable MICROMV MICROMV

: Signal flow

(supplied) Note The Stick again, and record distortion-free images. When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that has flashes in the following instances. If this happens, eject and insert Memory been repeatedly used for dubbing. M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 125 Recording moving pictures on Memory Sticks MPEG movie recording DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can record moving pictures with sound on Memory Sticks. Before operation Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.

(2) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. The camera recording lamp located on the front of your camcorder lights up. 2 START/STOP 4 0 min STD BBB REC 0:0 3

[ 4 5 SEC

Recordable time on the Memory Stick. NETWORK PLAY INDEX FN This indicator is displayed for 5 seconds after pressing START/STOP. This indicator is not recorded. 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE The recordable time of a MPEG movie Quality mode recordable time SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD LIGHTMODE To stop recording Press START/STOP. Approx. 45 s Approx. 1 min 10 s Approx. 2 min 20 s Approx. 4 min 40 s 126 Recording moving pictures on Memory Sticks MPEG movie recording Note Sound is recorded in monaural. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work:

Wide mode Digital zoom SteadyShot function Fader Picture effect Digital effect Title Low lux of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) Recording date/time The date/time are not displayed while recording. However, they are automatically recorded onto the Memory Stick. To display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback. Various settings cannot be recorded. During recording on a Memory Stick Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound is not recorded on the Memory Stick. M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 127 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture DCR-IP7/IP7BT only Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a moving picture on a Memory Stick. Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input jack and record it as a moving picture on a Memory Stick. Before operation Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder. Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) Select

, then press the center z on the control button. The picture recorded on the tape is played back.

(3) Press START/STOP at the scene where you want to start recording from. Your camcorder starts recording. START/STOP 4 0 min N REC STD BBB 3 2 Recordable time on the Memory Stick. 0:1 5:4 2 0:0 3

[ 1 5 SEC

This indicator is displayed for 5 seconds after pressing START/STOP. This indicator is not recorded. FN 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE The recordable time of a MPEG movie Quality mode recordable time SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD LIGHTMODE Maximum 45 s Maximum 1 min 10 s Maximum 2 min 20 s Maximum 4 min 40 s 128 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture To stop recording Press START/STOP. Note Sound recorded in stereo is converted to monaural sound when recording from tapes. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike the camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject the Memory Stick or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. Titles have already recorded on tapes You cannot record the titles on Memory Sticks. The title does not appear while you are recording a moving picture. The data code recorded on the tape This is not recorded on the Memory Stick. The camcorder records the new date and time when the recording on the Memory Stick is made. During recording The video control buttons do not work. Recording a moving picture from other equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.)

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) When using the A/V connecting cable, set VIDEOINPUT to the appropriate position depending on the player.

(3) Play back the recorded tape. The image of the other equipment is displayed on the screen.

(4) Follow the procedure on page 131 from the steps 3 on wards at the point where you want to start recording. M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 129 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Using the A/V connecting cable OUT S VIDEO VIDEO A/V

: Signal flow Connect the yellow or black plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video or S video jack or the black plug of it to the S video jack on the VCR. If your VCR has an S video jack Connect using the S video plug to faithfully obtain original pictures. With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect the S video plug to the S video jack of the VCR. This connection produces higher quality MICROMV format pictures. Using the i.LINK cable MICROMV MICROMV

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(supplied) 130 Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Note The Stick again, and record distortion-free images. When recording on a tape in a poor recording state, for example, on a tape that has flashes in the following instances. If this happens, eject and insert Memory been repeatedly used for dubbing. During recording on the Memory Stick Do not eject the cassette tape from your camcorder. During ejecting the tape, sound is not recorded on the Memory Stick. M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 131 Superimposing a still image in a Memory Stick on a moving picture MEMORY MIX DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on a Memory Stick on top of the moving picture you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape. However, you cannot record onto any Memory Stick. M. CHROM (Memory chromakey) You can swap a blue area of a still image such as an illustration or a frame with a moving picture. M. LUMI (Memory luminancekey) You can swap a brighter area of a still image such as a handwritten illustration or title with a moving picture. Record a title on a Memory Stick before a trip or event for convenience. C. CHROM (Camera chromakey) You can superimpose a moving picture on top of a still image such as an image which can be used as background. Shoot the subject against a blue background. The blue area of the moving picture will be swapped with a still image. M.OVERLAP* (Memory overlap) You can make a moving picture fade in on top of a still image. Still image Moving picture Blue Still image Moving picture Still image Moving picture M. CHROM M C A M C H R O M M. LUMI M C A M L U M I C. CHROM C A M M C H R O M M. OVERLAP* Still image Moving picture Blue O V E R L A P 132

* The superimposed image using Memory overlap function can be recorded on tapes only. Superimposing a still image in a Memory Stick on a moving picture MEMORY MIX Before operation Insert the tape for recording into your camcorder. Insert the Memory Stick recorded with still images into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.

(2) In standby mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select MEM MIX, then press the center z on the control button. The last recorded or last composed image appears on the lower part of the screen as a thumbnail image.

(4) Select /+ on the lower-right corner of the screen, then press the center z on the control button to select the still image which you want to superimpose.

: to see the previous image

+: to see the next image

(5) Select a desired mode, then press the center z on the control button. The still image is superimposed on the moving picture.

(6) Select /+ on the lower-left corner of the screen, then press the center z on the control button to adjust the effect.

(7) Select OK, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(8) Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. The FN screen appears.

(9) Press START/STOP to start recording. 9 1 3 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE MEM MIX OFF CAMCM CHROM MCCAM LUMI MCCAM CHROM OVER LAP OK Still image MEM M I X 2 FN 4,5 6 MEM MIX OFF M. LUMI

MEM MIX OFF M. LUMI

1000001

OK 1000001

M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 133 Superimposing a still image in a Memory Stick on a moving picture MEMORY MIX Items to adjust M. CHROM M. LUMI C. CHROM The color (blue) scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture The color (bright) scheme of the area in the still image which is to be swapped with a moving picture The color (blue) scheme of the area in the moving picture which is to be swapped with a still image M.OVERLAP No adjustment necessary The fewer bars there are on the screen, the stronger the effect. To change the still image to be superimposed Before step 7, select /+ on the lower-right corner, then press the center z on the control button. To cancel MEMORY MIX Before step 7, select OFF, then press the center z on the control button. Notes You cannot make a memory mix function using a moving image. If you select a moving file, the black thumbnail image appears. When you try to mix a moving file image recorded on a Memory Stick, the message

@ NOT REC appears and you cannot mix the moving file image onto the tape. When the overlapping still image has a large amount of white, the thumbnail image of You cannot reselect the mode. Select OFF, then press the center z on the control the picture may not be clear. button again to return to PAGE1. The Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder stores 20 images For M. CHROM: 18 images (such as a frame) 100-0001~100-0018 For C. CHROM: two images (such as a background) 100-0019~100-0020 Sample images Sample images stored in the Memory Stick supplied with your camcorder are protected (p. 155). Image data modified with a computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play them back with your camcorder. To record a still image without any effect on a tape Select /+ on the lower-left corner, then press the center z on the control button to increase the bars to maximum in the M. LUMI mode in step 6. Note on M.OVERLAP Once you select M.OVERLAP, you cannot reselect a still image. If you select another image, select M.OVERLAP before step 7 and select another image. OFF, then press the center z on the control button to release When you press PHOTO button in step 9 You can record a still images on the tape. 134 Copying still images from a tape Photo save DCR-IP7/IP7BT only Using the search function, you can automatically take in only still images from tapes and record them on a Memory Stick in sequence. Before operation Insert the recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape. Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

(4) Select

(5) Select PHOTO SAVE, then press the center z or B on the control button.

, then press the center z or B on the control button. PHOTO BUTTON appears on the screen.

(6) Press PHOTO firmly. The still image from the tape is recorded on a Memory Stick. The number of still images copied is displayed. END is displayed when copying is completed.

(7) Select END, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(8) Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. The FN screen appears. 2 3 4 FN MENU

MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET PHOTO SAVE RETURN 6 PHOTO PHOTO SAVE 0 : 00 : 00 34min 0 / 40 F I NE PHOTO SAVE 0 : 30 : 00 4 / 40 F I NE SAV I NG 0 END 4 END END 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE 5 MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET PHOTO SAVE RETURN READY PHOTO SAVE 0 : 00 : 00 0 / 40 F I NE PHOTO BUTTON END M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 135 Copying still images from a tape Photo save To stop or end copying Select END, then press the center z on the control button in step 5. When the memory of the Memory Stick is full MEMORY FULL appears on the screen, and the copying stops. Select END, then press the center z on the control button, insert another Memory Stick and repeat the procedure from step 2. When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike your camcorder. As well do not turn the power off, eject the Memory Stick or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. If the write-protect switch on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK NOT READY appears when you select the item in the menu settings. When you change the Memory Stick in the middle of copying Your camcorder resumes copying from the last image recorded on the previous Memory Stick. Note The message NOT READY appears when you select PHOTO SAVE in the following cases:

Any images are not recorded on the tape. Images are recorded before the actual position. In such cases, do the tape photo recording or rewind the tape, then select PHOTO SAVE. 136 Viewing a still image Memory photo playback DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can play back still images recorded on a Memory Stick. You can also play back six images including moving pictures in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR.

(2) In MEMORY mode, select PLAY, then press the center z on the control button. In VCR mode, select The last recorded image is displayed. PB, then press the center z on the control button.

(3) Select /+, then press the center z on the control button to select the desired still image.

: to see the previous image

+: to see the next image 2 PLAY 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s To stop memory photo playback Select CAM or VCR, then press the center z on the control button. Note Playback images recorded on the Memory Stick are not output:

From the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack. From the A/V jack if the i.LINK cable is plugged in the camcorder. Notes on the file name The directory number may not be displayed and only the file name may be displayed if the structure of the directory does not conform to the DCF standard.

- DIRECTORY ERROR may appear on the screen if the structure of the directory does not conform to the DCF standard. While this message appears, you can play back images but cannot record them on the Memory Stick. The file name flashes on the screen if the file is corrupted or the file is unreadable. 137 Viewing a still image Memory photo playback To play back recorded images on a TV screen Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before the operation. When operating memory photo playback on the TV or on the LCD screen, the image quality may appear to have deteriorated. This is not a malfunction. The image data is as good as ever. Turn the audio volume of the TV down before operation, or noise (howling) may be output from the TV speakers. Image data modified with a computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play them back with your camcorder. Still image You can also select still images from the PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3 screen by selecting

/+. When no image is recorded on the Memory Stick The message NO FILE appears. Screen indicators during still image playback 1000006 6 / 40 MEMORY PLAY Image number/Total number of recorded images Print mark Protect indicator Recording data JUL 4 2001 12:05:56 AM

CAM INDEX FN Data Directory Number/File Number Recording data To display the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded), select CAM DATA or DATE DATA, then press the center z on the control button through DATA CODE on the PAGE3 screen, then press the center z on the control button during playback. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation (p. 36). To turn off the screen indicators Press DISPLAY. 138 Viewing a still image Memory photo playback Playing back six recorded images at a time (index screen) You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful when searching for a particular image.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR.

(2) In MEMORY mode, go to step 3. In VCR mode, select PB, then press the center z on the control button.

(3) Select INDEX, then press the center z on the control button to display the index screen. An orange B mark appears above the image that is displayed before changing to the index screen mode. Selecting the B mark makes the color of the B mark to orange from green. However, the B mark remains green when you use /+ or C/c on the Remote Commander. T : to display the previous six images t : to display the following six images You can also use /+ or C/c on the Remote Commander instead. B mark

-MARK 1 4 MARK DEL 2 EXIT 3 5 6 T 1 / 40 t To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To return to the normal playback screen (single screen) Move the B mark to the image you want to display, then press the center z on the control button. When you use the Remote Commander, move the B mark to the image you want to display, then press PLAY. Note When displaying the index screen, the number appears above each image. This indicates the order in which images are recorded on the Memory Stick. These numbers are different from the data file names (p. 112). Image data modified with a computer or shot with other equipment These files may not be displayed on the index screen. M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 139 Viewing a moving picture MPEG movie playback DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can play back moving pictures recorded on a Memory Stick. You can also play back six images including still images in order at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR.

(2) In MEMORY mode, select PLAY, then press the center z on the control button. In VCR mode, select The last recorded image is displayed. PB, then press the center z on the control button.

(3) Select +/, then press the center z on the control button to select the desired moving picture. To see the previous picture, select , then press the center z on the control button. To see the next picture, select +, then press the center z on the control button.

(4) Select MPEG N X, then press the center z on the control button. Playback starts.

(5) Select VOL /VOL +, then press the center z on the control button repeatedly to adjust the volume.

: To turn down the volume.

+ : To turn up the volume. You can adjust the volume by pressing b/B repeatedly after you select VOL

/VOL +. 2 5 PLAY 1 / 2 0 MEMOR Y P L A Y SCRN SIZE VOL

MOV 0 0 0 0 1 MPEG N X VOL

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE To pause playback Select MPEG N X, then press the center z on the control button. Press again to start playback. 140 Viewing a moving picture MPEG movie playback To change the screen size Select SCRN SIZE, then press the center z on the control button. The screen size changes as follows:

MOV 1 0 0 0 1 MPEG N X VOL 1 / 2 0 MEMOR Y P L A Y SCRN SIZE VOL

CAM INDEX FN

CAM INDEX FN Note The MPEG movie recorded with the camcorder:

Is MPEG MOVIE AD. Cannot be played back on other digital still camera and digital video camera recorder. Cannot be output from the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack. To play back recorded images on a TV screen Connect your camcorder to the TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your Turn the audio volume of the TV down before operation, or noise (howling) may be camcorder before operation. output from the TV speakers. Image data modified with a computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to play them back with your camcorder and the volume cannot be adjusted. When no image is recorded on the Memory Stick The message NO FILE appears. Moving picture You can select moving pictures from the PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3 screen by selecting

/+. Notes on the screen size The picture may not be displayed at the middle of the screen depending on the movie. Even if you switch the screen size, the picture may not be displayed on full-screen size depending on the movie. M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 141 Viewing a moving picture MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback Data directory number/File number Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures Protect indicator 1 / 2 0 0 : 0 1 SCRN SIZE VOL

CAM INDEX FN Recording date/time. (Various settings are displayed as .) MOV 0 0 0 0 1 MPEG N X VOL J U L 4 2 0 0 1 1 2 : 0 5 : 5 6

Recommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment OS: Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 3.51 or later standard installation is required. However, operation is not assured if the above environment is an upgraded OS

* MPEG files cannot be handled on Widows 3.1. Application: InternetExplorer 4.0 or later (This application comes equipped with Windows 98 or later), or Windows Media Player (Active Movie Player) must be installed. Recommended Macintosh environment CPU: PowerPC OS: Mac OS 7.6.1 or later Application: QuickTime 3.0 or later

* For details on system requirement for QuickTime, refer to the Web site of Apple Computer, Inc. Recording date/time To display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander during playback. Various settings are not displayed. You can also use DATA CODE on the PAGE3 screen for this operation (p. 36). To turn off the screen indicators Press DISPLAY. 142 Dubbing images recorded on the Memory Stick onto the tape You can dub a still image or title recorded on a Memory Stick to a tape. You can also use the Remote Commander. Before operation Insert the tape to be recorded into your camcorder. Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.

(2) Locate the desired recording start point of the tape, then stop the tape.

(3) Select PB, then press the center z on the control button. Next, select the still image you want to dub by selecting /+.

(4) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(5) Select PAGE3, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE3 screen appears.

(6) Select q REC CTRL, then press the center z on the control button. The q REC CTRL appears.

(7) Select REC START, then press the center z on the control button. The camcorder starts the dubbing. To pause the dubbing, select REC PAUSE, then press the center z on the control button.

(8) When you try to dub another image, select /+, then press the center z on the control button and carry out step 7. 4 5 6,7 FN PAGE3 REC CTRL 102/102 MEMORY PLAY REC CTRL 0:00:07 MEMORY PLAY RET. RET. 1000102

1000102

REC PAUSE REC START REC PAUSE REC START 1 POWER CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 143 Dubbing images recorded on the Memory Stick onto the tape To stop dubbing Select the Remote Commander.

, then press the center z on the control button, or press the stop button on When using the Remote Commander Press the REC buttons on the Remote Commander simultaneously after step 3. The camcorder starts dubbing. REC Notes You cannot dub MPEG movie files to the tape. You cannot dub the index screen to the tape. Image files modified with a computer or shot with other equipment You may not be able to dub the images. 144 Enlarging still images recorded on Memory Sticks Memory PB ZOOM DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can enlarge still images recorded on a Memory Stick. Before operation Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) In memory playback mode, select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(2) Select PAGE2, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE2 screen appears.

(3) Select PB ZOOM, then press the center z on the control button. The PB ZOOM

(4) Push down ZOOM to enlarge the image. The zoom scaling can be selected screen appears. from 2, 3, 4, and 5.

(5) Move the enlarged area. v: To view the upper portion of the original image. V: To view the lower portion of the original image. b: To view the left portion of the original image. B: To view the left portion of the original image. 1 2 FN PAGE2 PB ZOOM 3/14 MEMORY PLAY

[EXEC]:END 1000003 3,5 PB ZOOM 4 W T To cancel the Memory PB ZOOM function Press the center z on the control button. M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 145 Enlarging still images recorded on Memory Sticks Memory PB ZOOM Note You cannot record the images on the Memory Stick, which are enlarged by the Memory PB ZOOM function. Record the images on the VCR using your camcorder as a player. Pictures in the Memory PB ZOOM mode Pictures are not output through the i.LINK (MICROMV) jack. In Memory PB ZOOM mode If you press DISPLAY, the indicators on the Memory PB ZOOM screen disappears. The edges of an enlarged image The edges of the enlarged image cannot be displayed at the center of the screen. MPEG movie files recorded on Memory Sticks The PB ZOOM function does not work. 146 Playing back images in a continuous loop SLIDE SHOW DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is useful especially when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(4) Select

(5) Select SLIDE SHOW, then press the center z or B on the control button.

(6) Select START, then press the center z on the control button. Your camcorder 2 6 plays back the images recorded on the Memory Stick in sequence. 3 MENU FN 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s SL I DE SHOW 10000001 1 / 6 4 PAUSE

END MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN 5 MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN READY SL I DE SHOW 10000001 1 / 6 START

END 147 Playing back images in a continuous loop SLIDE SHOW To stop the slide show Select END, then press the center z on the control button. To pause during a slide show Select PAUSE, then press the center z on the control button. To return to the FN screen Select appears. Next, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. END, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen To start the slide show from a particular image Select the desired image by selecting and executing /+ before step 5. To view the recorded images on the TV screen Connect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder before operation. If you change the Memory Stick during operation The slide show does not operate. If you change the Memory Stick, carry out the procedure from the beginning. To play the slide show with the screen indicators turned off After step 5, press DISPLAY to turn off the screen indicators. You can start/pause the slide show using MEMORY PLAY on the Remote Commander. To end the slide show, press DISPLAY again, next, select button. END, then press the center z on the control When there is no images on the Memory Stick The message NO FILE appears. 148 Preventing accidental erasure Image protection DCR-IP7/IP7BT only To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR.

(2) In MEMORY mode, go to step 3. In VCR mode, select PB, then press the center z on the control button.

(3) Select INDEX, then press the center z on the control button. The index screen appears.

(4) Select - MARK, then press the center z on the control button. The screen for protecting the image appears.

(5) Select the image you want to protect, then press the center z on the control button. The - mark appears on the protected image.

(6) Repeat step 5 to select other images. 3 INDEX 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 46

-MARK

-MARK 1 4 MARK DEL 2 EXIT 3 5 6

-MARK

RET. 1 4 2 5 EXIT 3 6 T 1 / 40 t T 2 / 40 t To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. To cancel image protection Select the image you want to cancel image protection, then press the center z on the control button in step 5 again. The - mark disappears. Note Formatting erases all information on the Memory Stick, including the protected image data. Check the contents of the Memory Stick before formatting. If the write-protect switch on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK You cannot carry out image protection. 149 Deleting images DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can delete images stored in a Memory Stick. You can delete all images or selected images. Deleting selected images Before operation Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR.

(2) In MEMORY mode, select PLAY, then press the center z on the control button. In VCR mode, select Select /+, then press the center z on the control button to select the image you want to delete. PB, then press the center z on the control button.

(3) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(4) Select DELETE, then press the center z on the control button. DELETE?

appears on the screen.

(5) Select OK, then press the center z on the control button. The selected image is deleted. 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE 3 4 FN DELE TE DELETE 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 3 / 40 DELETE?

OK CAN CEL To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button after step 5. To cancel deleting an image Select CANCEL, then press the center z on the control button in step 5. 150 Deleting images Notes When you delete a protected image, first cancel the image protection. Once you delete an image, you cannot restore it. Check the images before deleting them. If the write-protect switch on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK You cannot delete images. Deleting selected images on the index screen Before operation Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR.

(2) In MEMORY mode, go to step 3. In VCR mode, select PB, then press the center z on the control button.

(3) Select INDEX, then press the center z on the control button. The index screen appears.

(4) Select DEL, then press the center z on the control button. The DEL screen appears.

(5) Move the B mark to the image you want to delete, then press the center z on the control button. The number of the selected image is highlighted.

(6) Repeat step 5 to select other image.

(7) After selecting all the images, select EXEC, then press the center z on the control button. DELETE? appears on the screen.

(8) Select OK, then press the center z on the control button. The selected images are deleted. The message ERASING appears. After the erasing is completed, the index screen appears. M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 3 INDEX 46 DEL 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE

-MARK 1 4 MARK DEL 2 EXIT 3 5 6 RET. 1 4 DEL

EXEC 2 EXIT 3 5 6 T 1 / 40 t T 3 / 40 t 151 Deleting images To return to the FN screen Select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button after step 8. To cancel deleting an image Select CANCEL, then press the center z on the control button in step 8. Deleting all the images You can delete all the unprotected images in a Memory Stick. Before operation Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.

(2) Select FN, then press the center z on the control button. The PAGE1 screen appears.

(3) Select MENU, then press the center z on the control button. The menu appears.

(4) Select

(5) Select DELETE ALL, then press the center z or B on the control button.

, then press the center z or B on the control button. 2 4 3 MENU FN MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN 5 MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN READY 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN RETURN OK 152 Deleting images

(6) Select OK, then press the center z on the control button. OK changes to EXECUTE.

(7) Select EXECUTE, then press the center z on the control button. DELETING appears on the screen. When all the unprotected images are deleted, COMPLETE is displayed.

(8) Press DISPLAY to turn off the menu. 8 6 MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN RETURN OK MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN RETURN EXECUTE 7 MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN DELETING MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SLIDE SHOW DELETE ALL FORMAT RETURN COMPLETE To return to the FN screen Select RETURN,

, then press the center z on the control button. To cancel deleting all the images in the Memory Stick Select RETURN in step 5 or 6, then press the center z on the control button. While DELETING appears Do not slide the POWER switch or press any buttons. M e m o r y S t i c k O p e r a t i o n s 153 Writing a print mark PRINT MARK DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can specify the recorded still image to print out by putting marks. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out. Before operation Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR.

(2) In MEMORY mode, go to step 3. In VCR mode, select PB, then press the center z on the control button.

(3) Select INDEX, then press the center z on the control button. The index screen appears.

(4) Select MARK, then press the center z on the control button. The screen for writing a print mark appears.

(5) Move the B mark to the image you want to write a print mark, then press the center z on the control button. The mark appears on the selected image.

(6) Repeat step 5 to write print marks on other images.

(7) After writing all the print marks, select EXIT, then press the center z on the control button. The FN screen appears. 3 INDEX 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

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(CHG) OFF ON MODE 46 MARK

-MARK 1 4 MARK DEL 2 EXIT 3 5 6 RET. 1 4 MARK 2 5 EXIT 3 6 T 1 / 40 t T 2 / 40 t To cancel writing print marks Select the image you want to cancel the print mark, then press the center z on the control button again in step 5. The mark disappears from the image. If the write-protect switch on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK You cannot write print marks on still images. 154 Moving pictures You cannot write print marks on moving pictures. Connecting with a computer Viewing images recorded on a tape using your computer You can view or edit the images recorded on a tape using your computer. You can record the images edited with the computer on the tape. To view images on your computer, the optional application software MovieShaker Ver.3.1 for MICROMV is required. MICROMV i.LINK connector Push into the end Computer i.LINK cable Note To view images on your computer, you have to install the i.LINK driver and the application software into your computer. They are included in the supplied application software MovieShaker Ver.3.1 for MICROMV. Before installing the i.LINK driver and the application software into your computer, be sure not to connect the camcorder with the computer. For details on installing and i.LINK connection, refer to the operating instructions supplied with MovieShaker Ver.3.1 for MICROMV. C o n n e c t i n g w i t h a c o m p u t e r Recommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment OS:

Microsoft Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition (due to support) or Windows XP Professional (due to support) standard installation is required. However, operation is not assured if the above environment is an upgraded OS MMX Pentium III 600 MHz or faster MMX Pentium III 800 MHz or faster 128 MB or larger 256 MB or larger CPU:

Main memory:

The i.LINK connector must be provided as standard. Note Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above. 155 Viewing images recorded on a Memory Stick using your computer DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can view data recorded on a Memory Stick using your computer. Note Data recorded on the Memory Stick is stored in the following formats. Make sure that applications that support these file formats are installed on your computer. Still images:

Moving images/audio: MPEG format JPEG format Recommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me or Windows 2000 Professional standard installation is required. However, operation is not assured if the above environment is an upgraded OS CPU: MMX Pentium 200 MHz or faster The USB connector must be provided as standard. An application such as Windows Media Player capable of playing back MPEG picture must be installed (to play back moving pictures). Recommended Macintosh environment Macintosh computer with the Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.1, Mac OS X standard installation However, note that the update to Mac OS 9.0/9.1 should be used for the following models. iMac with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation and a slot loading type CD-ROM drive iBook or Power Mac G4 with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation The USB connector must be provided as standard. QuickTime 3.0 or later must be installed (to play back moving pictures). Notes Operations are not guaranteed for either the Windows or Macintosh environment if you connect two or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time or when using a hub. Depending on the type of USB equipment that is used simultaneously, some Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments equipment may not operate. mentioned above. 156 Viewing images recorded on a Memory Stick using your computer Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is contained together with application software for viewing images on a CD-ROM which is supplied with your camcorder. Do not connect the USB cable to your computer before installation of the USB driver is completed. For Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional users

(1) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows to load.

(2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The application software screen appears.

(3) Set the cursor on USB Driver Installation for Windows 98/98SE/Me and Windows 2000 and click. USB driver installation starts.

(4) Follow the on-screen messages to install the USB driver.

(5) Connect the USB jack on your camcorder with the USB connector on your computer using the supplied USB cable.

(6) Insert the Memory Stick into your camcorder, connect the AC power adaptor and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. USB MODE appears on the screen of your camcorder. Your computer recognizes the camcorder, and the Windows Add Hardware Wizard starts.

(7) Follow the on-screen messages to have the Add Hard Ware Wizard recognize the hardware. The Add Hardware Wizard starts twice because 2 different USB drivers are installed. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting it. USB connector USB Computer USB cable Push into the end Notes You cannot install the USB driver if a Memory Stick is not in your camcorder. Be sure to insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder before installing the USB driver. The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Re-install the USB driver following the procedure on page 149. C o n n e c t i n g w i t h a c o m p u t e r 157 Viewing images recorded on a Memory Stick using your computer Image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Perform the following procedure to correctly install the USB driver. Step 1 Uninstall the incorrect USB driver 1 Turn on the power and allow Windows to load. 2 Connect the USB jack on your computer to the USB jack on your camcorder using the USB cable supplied with your camcorder. 3 Insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder, connect the AC power adapter, and set the POWER switch to MEMORY. 4 Open your computers Device Manager. Windows 2000 Professional:

Open My Computer t Control Panel t Hardware tab, and click the Device Manager button. Other OS:

Select My Computer t Control Panel t System,, and click Device Manager. 5 Select Other devices. Select the device prefixed with the ? mark and delete. Ex: (?)Sony Handycam 6 Turn the power OFF (CHARGE), and then disconnect the USB cable. 7 Reboot your computer. Step 2 Install the USB driver on the CD-ROM Perform the entire procedure listed in Installing the USB Driver on the page 148. For Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 users

(1) Turn on the power of your computer and allow the Mac OS to load.

(2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

(3) Double-click the CD-ROM drive icon to open the window.

(4) Double-click the icon of the hard disk containing the OS to open the window.

(5) Move the following 2 files from the window opened in step 3 to the System Folder icon in the window opened in step 4 (drag and drop). Sony Camcorder USB Driver Sony Camcorder USB Shim

(6) When Put these items into the Extensions folder? appears, click OK.

(7) Restart your computer. For Mac OS 9.1, Mac OS X The USB driver need not be installed. Your Mac is automatically recognized as a driver just by connecting your Mac using the USB cable. 158 Viewing images recorded on a Memory Stick using your computer Viewing images For Windows users

(1) Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows to load.

(2) Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB connector on your computer.

(3) Insert a Memory Stick into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet.

(4) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. USB MODE appears on the screen of the camcorder.

(5) Open My Computer on Windows and double click the newly recognized drive. (Example: Removable Disk (E:)) The folders inside the Memory Stick are displayed.

(6) Select and double-click the desired image file from the folder. For the detailed folder and file name, see Image file storage destinations and image files (p. 152). As for the stored files using the network function, refer to the network function operating instructions (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only). USB connector USB Computer USB cable Push into the end Desired file type Still image/

Moving picture*

Double-click in this order Dcim folder t 100msdcf folder t Image file

* Copying a file to the hard disk of your computer before viewing it is recommended. If you play back the file directly from the Memory Stick, the image and sound may break off. C o n n e c t i n g w i t h a c o m p u t e r 159 Viewing images recorded on a Memory Stick using your computer Unplug the USB cable/Eject the Memory Stick For Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Me users To unplug the USB cable or eject the Memory Stick, follow the procedure below.

(1) Move the cursor to the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the Task Tray and click to cancel the applicable drive.

(2) A message to remove the device from the system appears, then unplug the USB cable or eject the Memory Stick. For Macintosh users

(1) Quit application programs opened. Make sure that the access lamp of the hard disk is not lit.

(2) Drag and drop the Memory Stick icon to the Trash or select Eject under the Special menu.

(3) Eject the Memory Stick. Notes on using your computer Memory Stick Memory Stick operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if a Memory Stick formatted on your computer is used on your camcorder, or if the Memory Stick in your camcorder was formatted from your computer when the USB cable was connected. Do not optimize the Memory Stick on a Windows machine. This will shorten the Do not compress the data on the Memory Stick. Compressed files cannot be played Memory Stick life. back on your camcorder. Software Depending on your application software, the file size may increase when you open a still image file. When you load an image modified using a retouch software from your computer to the camcorder or when you directly modify the image on the camcorder, the image format will differ so a file error indicator may appear and you may be unable to open the file. Communications with your computer Communications between your camcorder and your computer may not recover after recovering from Suspend, Resume, or Sleep. 160 Viewing images recorded on a Memory Stick using your computer Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. For Windows Me users

(The drive recognizing the camera is [E:]) Folder containing still image and moving picture data Folder 100msdcf File Meaning DSC0ssss.jpg MOV1ssss.mpg Still image file Moving picture file C o n n e c t i n g w i t h a c o m p u t e r 161 Network operation Accessing to the network DCR-IP7/IP7BT only You can access the Internet using a Bluetooth device that complies to the camcorder. Once the access is made, you can make your album on the Web, view a Web page, or send/receive your e-mail, etc. This section describes only how to open the Network menu. For details on the network operations, refer to the network function operating instructions supplied with the camcorder.

(1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.

(2) Select NETWORK, then press the center z on the control button. The Network Menu appears and the Bluetooth lamp turns on. BROWSE 2 NETWORK PLAY INDEX FN 1 CAMERA MEMORY/

NETWORK VCR POWER

(CHG) OFF ON MODE When you send e-mail using the network function, you can attach an image recorded on a Memory Stick to e-mail. Attachable file size is up to 3 MB per one e-mail message. When attaching a moving image file, the available time of the attached image depends on the image quality mode. For details, see the table below. Image quality mode SUPER FINE Available time/one e-mail 17 s FINE 29 s STANDARD LIGHTMODE 58 s 119 s 162 Accessing to the network Note on trademarks The BLUETOOTH trademarks are owned by their proprietor and used by Sony Corporation under license. All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, and are not mentioned in each case in this manual. When using the network function Hold the camcorder with both hands as illustrated below. Note Be careful not to touch the V BATT lever while you are operating the camcorder. The battery pack may be accidentally become detached from the camcorder. N e t w o r k o p e r a t i o n 163 Troubleshooting Types of trouble and their solutions If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. If C:ss:ss appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has worked. See page 166. In recording mode Symptom START/STOP does not operate. The power goes off. The image on the viewfinder screen is not clear. The SteadyShot function does not work. The autofocusing function does not work. The picture does not appear in the viewfinder. A vertical band appears when you shoot a subject such as lights or a candle flame against a dark background. A vertical band appears when you shoot a very bright subject. Some tiny white spots appear on the screen. An unknown picture is displayed on the screen. 164 Cause and/or Corrective Actions The POWER switch is not set to CAMERA. c Set it to CAMERA (p. 22). The tape has run out. c Rewind the tape or insert a new one (p. 19, 38). The write-protect tab is set to expose the red mark. c Use a new tape or slide the tab (p. 19). The tape is stuck to the drum (moisture condensation). c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize (p. 175). While being operated in CAMERA mode, your camcorder has been in standby mode for more than 5 minutes. c Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and turn on the power (p. 22). The battery pack is dead or nearly dead. c Install a fully charged battery pack. The viewfinder is not extended to the end. c Pull out the viewfinder. The viewfinder lens is not adjusted. c Adjust the viewfinder lens (p. 26). STEADYSHOT is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to ON (p. 105). The setting is the manual focus mode. c Set to the auto focus mode. (p. 59) Shooting conditions are not suitable for autofocus. c Adjust to focus manually (p. 59). The LCD panel is open. c Close the LCD panel. (p. 24) The contrast between the subject and the background is too high. This is not a malfunction. This is called the smear phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Slow shutter or low lux mode is activated. This is not a malfunction. If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the menu settings without a cassette inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. c Insert a cassette. The demonstration stops. You can also cancel DEMO MODE (p. 110). Types of trouble and their solutions Symptom The picture appears too bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen. The click of the shutter does not sound. A horizontal band appears when shooting a TV screen or computer screen. In the playback mode Symptom Playback is not possible. There are horizontal lines on the picture or the playback picture is not clear or does not appear. No sound or only a low sound is heard when playing back a tape. The multi-picture search, title search, date search, or photo search function does not work. The title is not displayed. Cause and/or Corrective Actions The backlight function is active. c Set it off (p. 29). BEEP is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to MELODY or NORMAL (p. 105). Set STEADYSHOT to OFF in the menu settings (p. 105). Cause and/or Corrective Actions The tape has run out. c Rewind the tape. (p. 38) The video head may be dirty. c Clean the heads using the cleaning cassette (p. 176). The volume is turned to minimum. c Turn up the volume (p. 34). The tape has a blank portion in the recorded portion

(p. 169). TITLE DSPL is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to ON in the menu settings (p. 105). The screen indicators is displayed. c Turn off the screen indicators (p. XX). Dubbing cannot be made when using the A/V connecting cable. The playback picture freezes for about 1 second. The setup of VIDEOINPUT is wrong. c Set it to the appropriate position (p. XX). When playing back a transition of recordings, the playback picture freezes for about 1 second. This is not a malfunction. In the recording and playback modes T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Symptom The camcorder does not function even if you slide the POWER switch. Cause and/or Corrective Actions The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack (p. 12, 13). The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. c Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet (p. 16).

(continued on the following page) 165 Types of trouble and their solutions In the recording and playback modes Cause and/or Corrective Actions The temperature of the environment is too low. The battery pack is not fully charged. c Charge the battery pack fully again (p. 13). The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. c Replace with a new battery pack (p. 12). You have used the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold environment for a long time. The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged. c Replace with a new battery pack (p. 12). The battery is not fully charged. c Charge the battery pack fully again (p. 13). A deviation has occurred in the remaining time. c Charge the battery pack fully again (p. 13). A deviation has occurred in the remaining battery time. c Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is correct (p. 13). The power source is disconnected. c Connect it firmly (p. 12, 16). The battery is not fully charged. c Use a charged battery pack (p. 13). Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize (p. 175). The camcorder cannot recognize the cassette memory of the tape. c Insert the cassette again (p. XXX). The q REMAIN is set to AUTO in the menu settings. c Set it to ON to always display the remaining tape indicator (p. 105). Symptom The battery pack is quickly discharged. The battery remaining indicator does not indicate the correct time. The power goes off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate. The cassette cannot be removed from the holder. The % and Z indicators flash and no functions except for cassette ejection work. The indicator is displayed. The remaining tape indicator is not displayed. 166 Types of trouble and their solutions When operating using the Memory Stick DCR-IP7/IP7BT only Symptom The Memory Stick does not function. Recording does not function. The image cannot be deleted. You cannot format the Memory Stick. Deleting all the images cannot be carried out. You cannot protect the image. You cannot write a print mark on the still image. Cause and/or Corrective Actions The POWER switch is not set to MEMORY. c Set it to MEMORY (p. 122). The Memory Stick is not inserted. c Insert a Memory Stick (p. 114). The Memory Stick has already been recorded to its full capacity. c Delete unnecessary images and record again (p. 156). The Memory Stick formatted incorrectly is inserted. c Format the Memory Stick using your camcorder or use another Memory Stick (p. 109). The write-protect switch on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 112). The image is protected. c Cancel image protection (p. 155). The write-protect switch on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 112). The write-protect switch on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 112). The write-protect switch on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 112). The write-protect switch on the Memory Stick is set to T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 112). INDEX screen is not displayed. c The protect marks cannot be written to the single screen

(p. 155). The write-protect switch on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 112). The INDEX screen is not displayed. c The print marks cannot be written when the single screen is displayed (p. 159). You are trying to write a print mark on a moving picture. c Print marks cannot be written to moving picture.

(continued on the following page) 167 Types of trouble and their solutions When operating using the Memory Stick DCR-IP7/IP7BT only Symptom The photo save function does not work. Cause and/or Corrective Actions The write-protect switch on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK. c Release the lock (p. 112). You cannot play back images in actual size. No audio during playback. You may not be able to play back images in actual size when you try to play back images recorded by other equipment. This is not a malfunction. No audio was not recorded on the file. Cause and/or Corrective Actions The 20 numbers of the titles is already recorded. c Erase unnecessary titles (p. 100). The tape is set to prevent accidental erasure. c Slide the write-protect tab so that red portion is not visible (p. 19). COMMANDER is set to OFF in the menu settings. c Set it to ON (p. 105). Something is blocking the infrared rays. c Remove the obstacle. The batteries are inserted in the battery holder with the +

polarities incorrectly matching the + marks. c Insert the batteries with the correct polarity (p. 188). The batteries are dead. c Insert new ones (p. 188). DISPLAY is set to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings. c Set it to LCD (p. 105). The VIDEOINPUT setting in the menu settings is wrong. c Set it to the appropriate position. Others Symptom The title is not recorded. The Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder does not work. The picture from the TV or VCR does not appear even when your camcorder is connected to outputs on the TV or VCR. 168 Types of trouble and their solutions Others Symptom No function works though the power is on. While charging the battery pack, the CHG lamp does not light up. You cannot charge the battery pack. While charging the battery pack, the CHG lamp flashes. The melody or beep sounds for 5 seconds. The buttons do not appear on the screen. The indicators appear mirror-

reversed in the viewfinder or on the TV screen. Image data cannot be transferred by the USB connection. Cause and/or Corrective Actions Disconnect the AC power adaptor from a wall outlet or remove the battery, then reconnect it in about 1 minute. Turn the power on. If the functions still do not work, press the reset button using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press the reset button, all the settings (DCR-IP7/IP7BT: except the NETWORK mode settings) including the date and time return to the default) (p. 186). Charging is completed. The battery pack is not properly installed. c Install it properly (p. 12). The POWER switch is not set to OFF (CHG). c Set it to OFF (CHG). The battery pack is not properly installed. c Install it properly (p. 12). Something is wrong with the battery pack. c Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize (p. 175). Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. DISPLAY was pressed. c Press the center z on the control button. c Press DISPLAY on your camcorder or on the Remote Commander (p. 36). The mirror mode is activated. This is not a malfunction. The USB cable was connected before installation of the USB driver was completed. c Uninstall the incorrect USB driver and re-install the USB driver (p. 149). Your camcorder gets warm. This is not a malfunction. c Any image is not displayed on the screen when connecting with other equipment using the i.LINK cable. The camcorder cannot be connected with a DV product. T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g 169 Self-diagnosis display Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. This function displays the current condition of your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of a letter and figures) on the screen. If a 5-digit code is displayed, check the following code chart. The last 2 digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of your camcorder. LCD screen or Viewfinder C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself. E:ss:ss Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facility. Five-digit display C:04:ss Cause and/or Corrective Actions You are using a battery pack that is not an InfoLITHIUM battery pack. c Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack. Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour to acclimatize (p. 175). The video heads are dirty. c Clean the heads using the cleaning cassette (p. 176). A malfunction other than the above that you can service has occurred. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. c Disconnect the power cord of the AC adaptor or remove the battery pack. After reconnecting the power source, operate your camcorder. A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. c Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code.

(example: E:61:10) If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:21:ss C:22:ss C:31:ss C:32:ss E:61:ss 170 Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the screen, check the following:

See the page in parentheses (

) for more information. Warning indicators 1000001 C:21:00 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file (DCR-

IP7/IP7BT only) Slow flashing:

The file is corrupted. The file is unreadable. You are trying to carry out the MEMORY MIX function on a moving picture. C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display (p. 166). E The battery is dead or nearly dead Slow flashing:

The battery is nearly dead. Depending on the operating conditions, environment and battery condition, the E indicator may flash, even if there are approximately 5 to 10 minutes remaining. Fast flashing:

The battery is dead (p. 13).

% Moisture condensation has occurred*

Fast flashing:

Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about 1 hour with the cassette compartment open (p. 175). Warning indicator as to Memory Stick

(DCR-IP7/IP7BT only)*

Slow flashing:

No Memory Stick is inserted. Fast flashing:

The Memory Stick is not readable with your camcorder (p. 112). The image cannot be recorded on Memory Stick (p. 128, 134). Warning indicator as to Memory Stick formatting (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only)*

Fast flashing:

The Memory Stick data is corrupted. The Memory Stick is not formatted correctly (p. 109). Q Warning indicator as to tape Slow flashing:

The tape is near the end. No tape is inserted.*

The write-protect tab on the cassette is out

(red) (p. 19).*

Fast flashing:

The tape has run out.*

Z You need to eject the cassette*

Slow flashing:

The write-protect tab on the cassette is out

(red) (p. 19). Fast flashing:

Moisture condensation has occurred (p. 175). The tape has run out. The self-diagnosis display function is activated (p. 166).

- The image is protected (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only)*

Slow flashing:

The image is protected (p. 155). Warning indicator as to cassette memory*

Slow flashing:

Eject the cassette, and insert it again. Even then the indicator flashes, the MICRO cassette memory of the cassette may be broken. Fast flashing:

The MICRO cassette memory of the camcorder may be broken.

* You hear the melody or beep sound. T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g 171 Warning indicators and messages Warning messages CLOCK SET FOR InfoLITHIUM BATTERY ONLY1) CLEANING CASSETTE1) COPY INHIBIT FULL FULL NO FILE NO MEMORY STICK AUDIO ERROR MEMORY STICK ERROR FORMAT ERROR

- DIRECTORY ERROR Q Z TAPE END Q NO TAPE DELETING FORMATTING

@ @ CLEANING END TITLE FULL INPUT ERROR

@ NOT REC CHANGE TO CAM or VCR XXX Set the date and time (p. 17). Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack (p. 15). The video heads are dirty (p. 176). You tried to record a picture that has a copyright control signal

(p. 169).1) The tape cassette memory is full (p. 99).2) The Memory Stick is full (p. 124).2) 3) No image is recorded on the Memory Stick (p. 142).2) 3) No Memory Stick is inserted.2) 3) You are trying to record an image with sound that cannot be recorded by your camcorder on Memory Stick (p. 107). 2) 3) The Memory Stick data is corrupted (p. 114).2) 3) The Memory Stick is not recognized (p. 109).2) 3) Check the format. There is more than two same directories (p. 142).2) 3) The tape has reached the end of the tape.2) Insert a cassette tape.2) You press the PHOTO button on your camcorder while deleting data in a Memory Stick.2) 3) You press the PHOTO button on your camcorder while formatting a Memory Stick.2) 3) XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX 1) The x indicator and CLEANING CASSETTE message appear one after another on the screen. 2) You hear the melody or beep sound. 3) DCR-IP7/IP7BT only 172 Additional Information Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use the Hi8, Digital8, VHS, ED Betamax, Betamax, MICROMV cassette only. You cannot use any other S-VHSC, S-VHS, VHSC, 8 mm, DV, or mini DV cassette. All of the MICROMV cassettes has cassette memory. This is the MICROMV mark. This is the MICRO Cassette Memory mark. These are trademarks. Copyright signal When you play back Using any other video camera recorder, you cannot record on a tape that has recorded copyright control signals for copyright protection of software which is played back on your camcorder. When you record You cannot record software on your camcorder that contains copyright control signals for copyright protection of software. COPY INHIBIT appears on the LCD screen, in the viewfinder or on the TV screen if you try to record such software. Your camcorder does not record copyright control signals on the tape when it records. Notes on the MICROMV cassette When affixing a label on the MICROMV cassette Be sure to affix a label only on the location as illustrated below [a] so as not to cause malfunction of your camcorder. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n

[a]

After using the MICROMV cassette Rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in its case, and store it in an upright position. When the cassette memory function does not work Reinsert a cassette. 173 About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack What is the InfoLITHIUM battery pack?

The InfoLITHIUM battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder and an optional AC adaptor/charger. The InfoLITHIUM battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes. Charging the battery pack Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10C to 30C (50F to 86F) until the CHG lamp goes off, indicating that the battery pack is fully charged. If you charge the battery outside of this temperature range, you may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack. After charging is completed, either disconnect the cable from the DC IN jack on your camcorder or remove the battery pack. Effective use of the battery pack Battery pack performance decreases in low-temperature surroundings. So, the time that the battery pack can be used is shorter in cold place. We recommend the following to use the battery pack longer:

Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and insert it in your camcorder immediately before you start taking shots. Use the large capacity battery pack (NP-FF70, optional). Frequently using the LCD screen or frequently operating playback, fast forward or rewind wears out the battery pack faster. We recommend using the large capacity battery pack (NP-FF70, optional). Be certain to slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) when not taking shots or playing back on your camcorder. The battery pack is also consumed when your camcorder is in standby or playback paused mode. Have spare battery packs handy for two or three times the expected recording time, and make a trial recordings before taking the actual recording. Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water resistant. Remaining battery time indicator If the power may go off although the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the remaining battery time indicator is correct. Note, however, that the correct battery indication sometimes will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time or left in a fully charged state, or the battery pack is frequently used. Regard the remaining battery time indication as the approximate shooting time. The E mark indicating there is little remaining battery time sometimes flashes depending on the operating conditions or ambient temperature and environment even if the remaining battery time is about 5 to 10 minutes. 174 About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack How to store the battery pack Even if the battery pack is not used for a long time, remove the battery pack from the camcorder, store it in a dry, cool place after fully charging it once per year and then using the battery pack up on your camcorder. This is to maintain the battery packs functions. To use the battery pack up on your camcorder, turn on your camcorder and leave it as it is without a cassette inserted. Battery life The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. When the available battery time is shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Please buy a new battery pack. The battery life varies according to how it is stored and operating conditions and environment for each battery pack. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 175 About i.LINK The i.LINK (MICROMV) jack on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant MPEG2 jack. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is i.LINK?

i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between equipment having the i.LINK jack, and for controlling other equipment. i.LINK-compatible equipment can be connected by a single i.LINK cable. Possible applications are operations and data transactions with various digital AV equipment. When two or more i.LINK-compatible equipment are connected to this unit in a daisy chain, operations and data transactions are possible with not only the equipment that this unit is connected to but also with other devices via the directly connected equipment. Note, however, that the method of operation sometimes varies according to the characteristics and specifications of the equipment to be connected, and that operations and data transactions are sometimes not possible on some connected equipment. Note Normally, only one piece of equipment can be connected to this unit by the i.LINK cable. When connecting this unit to MPEG2-compatible equipment having two or more i.LINK jacks, refer to the instruction manual of the equipment to be connected. About the Name i.LINK i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. i.LINK Baud rate The maximum baud rate of the camcorder is S400. i.LINKs maximum baud rate varies according to the equipment. Three maximum baud rates are defined:

S100 (approx. 100 Mbps*) S200 (approx. 200 Mbps) S400 (approx. 400 Mbps) The baud rate is listed under Specifications in the instruction manual of each equipment. It is also indicated near the i.LINK jack on some equipment. The maximum baud rate of equipment except for this unit on which it is not indicated is S100. When units are connected to equipment having a different maximum baud rate, the baud rate sometimes differs from the indicated baud rate.

*What is Mbps?

Mbps stands for megabits per second, or the amount of data that can be sent or received in one second. For example, a baud rate of 100 Mbps means that 100 megabits of data can be sent in one second. 176 About i.LINK i.LINK functions on this unit For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment having i.LINK (MICROMV) jacks, see page 76. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK compatible equipment made by SONY

(e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment. Before connecting this unit to your computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on your computer. For details on precautions when connecting this unit, also refer to the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected. Required i.LINK Cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during MPEG2 dubbing). i.LINK and are trademarks. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 177 Using your camcorder abroad Simple setting of clock by time difference You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference. Set up the AREA and DLS items in the menu settings. 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 13 14 16 17 18 Area code Time-zone Area setting differences Area code Time-zone Area setting differences 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Lisbon, London GMT GMT+01:00 Berlin, Paris GMT+02:00 Helsinki, Cairo GMT+03:00 Moscow, Nairobi GMT+03:30 Tehran GMT+04:00 Abu Dhabi, Baku GMT+04:30 Kabul GMT+05:00 Karachi, Islamabad GMT+05:30 Calcutta, New Delhi GMT+06:00 Almaty, Dhaka GMT+06:30 Rangoon GMT+07:00 Bangkok, Jakarta GMT+08:00 Hong Kong, Singapore GMT+09:00 GMT+09:30 Adelaide, Darwin GMT+10:00 Melbourne, Sydney

? New Caledon GMT+11:00 GMT+12:00 Fiji, Wellington Seoul, Tokyo 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 GMT12:00 Eniwetok, Kwajalein GMT11:00 Midway Is., Samoa GMT10:00 Hawaii GMT09:00 Alaska GMT08:00 Los Angels, Tijuana GMT07:00 Denver, Arizona GMT06:00 Chicago, Mexico City GMT05:00 New York, Bogota GMT04:00 GMT03:30 GMT03:00 Brasilia, Montevideo GMT-02:00 Fernando de Noronha GMT01:00 Azores, Cape Verde I Santiago St. Johns To set your local time Select AREA from the menu, then press the center z or B on the control button. Next, select the country or area where you stay in, following the table above, then press the center z on the control button. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 179 Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the % indicator flashes. When the Z indicator flashes at the same time, the cassette is inserted in your camcorder. If moisture condenses on the lens, the indicator will not appear. If moisture condensation occurred None of the functions except cassette ejection will work. Eject the cassette, turn off your camcorder, and leave it for about 1 hour with the cassette compartment open. Your camcorder can be used again if the % indicator does not appear when the power is turned on again. Note on moisture condensation Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a hot place as follows:

You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating You bring your camcorder from an air-conditioned car or room into a hot place device outside You use your camcorder after a squall or a shower You use your camcorder in a high temperature and humidity place How to prevent moisture condensation When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and tightly seal it. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about 1 hour). 180 Maintenance information and precautions Maintenance information Cleaning the video head To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video head. The video head may be dirty when:

mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture. playback pictures do not move. playback pictures do not appear. the x indicator and CLEANING CASSETTE message appear one after another or the x indicator flashes on the screen during recording. If the above problem, [a], [b] or [c] occurs, clean the video heads with the Sony MGRCLD cleaning cassette. Check the picture and if the above problem persists, repeat cleaning.

[a]

[b]

[c]

If the video heads gets dirtier, the entire screen becomes blue [c]. Playing back a cleaning cassette automatically The camcorder is equipped with the cleaning cassette auto playback function. Follow the procedure below.

(1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.

(2) Insert the cleaning cassette.

(3) Select XXX, then press the center z on the control button. The message XXX appears. After the cleaning is finished, the message XXX appears.

(4) Eject the cleaning cassette. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n To cancel cleaning Select CANCEL, then press the center z on the control button. The video head The video head wears out if you use the camcorder for a long time. When use of the cleaning cassette does not make the picture clear, the video head may wear out. In such cases, you must replace the video head. For details, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Notes When cleaning the video head, do not use any equipment other than the cleaning cassette. The cleaning cassette does not work in MEMORY mode (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only). 181 Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this operating instructions. If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens. Keep the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) when you are not using your camcorder. Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for example, and operate it. Doing so might cause heat to build up inside. Keep your camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. Do not touch the LCD screen with a sharp-pointed object. Do not strongly press the LCD screen. If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a Do not use the network function in a medical institution or in an aircraft (DCR-IP7/

malfunction. IP7BT only). On handling tapes Do not insert anything into the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes are used to sense the type and thickness of the tape and if the recording tab is in or out. Do not open the tape protect cover or touch the tape. Avoid touching or damaging the terminals. To remove dust, clean the terminals with a soft cloth. Camcorder care Remove the tape, and periodically turn on the power, operate the CAMERA and VCR sections and play back a tape for about 3 minutes when your camcorder is not to be used for a long time. Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens, remove them with a soft cloth. Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the finish. Do not let sand get into your camcorder. When you use your camcorder on a sandy beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause your camcorder to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 183 Maintenance information and precautions AC power adaptor Unplug the unit from a wall outlet when you are not using the unit for a long time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord itself. Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged. Do not bend the power cord forcibly, or place a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause fire or electrical shock. Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged. Always keep metal contacts clean. Do not disassemble the unit. Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit. While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video equipment. AM receivers and video equipment disturb AM reception and video operation. The unit becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction. Do not place the unit in locations that are:

Extremely hot or cold Dusty or dirty Very humid Vibrating About care and storage of the lens Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instance:

When there are fingerprints on the lens surface In hot or humid locations When the lens is used in environments such as the seaside Store the lens in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. To prevent mold from occurring, periodically perform the above. We recommend turning on and operating the video camera recorder about once per month to keep the video camera recorder in an optimum state for a long time. 184 Maintenance information and precautions Battery pack Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function. To prevent accident from a short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. Keep the battery pack away from fire. Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60C (140F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock. Do not disassemble nor modify the battery pack. Attach the battery pack to the video equipment securely. Charging while some capacity remains does not affect the original battery capacity. Notes on dry batteries To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following:

Be sure to insert the batteries with the + polarities matched to the + marks. Dry batteries are not rechargeable. Do not use a combination of new and old batteries. Do not use different types of batteries. Current flows from batteries when you are not using them for a long time. Do not use leaking batteries. If batteries are leaking Wipe off the liquid in the battery compartment carefully before replacing the batteries. If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water. If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a doctor. If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder and contact your nearest Sony dealer. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 185 Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits

(Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette MICROMV cassette with the mark printed Tape speed Approx. 5.66 mm/s Recording/playback time 1 hour Fastforward/rewind time

(using cassette MGR60) Approx. 1 min and 30 s Viewfinder Electric viewfinder (color) Image device 3.0 mm (1/6 type) CCD

(Charge Coupled Device) Approx. 680 000 pixels

(Effective: 340 000 pixels) Lens Carl Zeiss Combined power zoom lens Filter diameter 30 mm. (1 3/16 in.) 10 (Optical), 120 (Digital) Focal length 2.3 - 23 mm (3/32 - 29/32 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera 44 - 440 mm (1 3/4 -

17 3/8 in.) Color temperature Auto, HOLD (Hold), nIndoor

(3 200K), Outdoor (5 800K) Minimum illumination 15 lx (lux) (F 1.7) Input/Output connectors Audio/Video input/output 10-pin connector Input/output auto switch Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced, sync negative Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75

(ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Audio signal: 327 mV, (at output impedance more than 47 k

(kilohms) ) 186 Operating temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage temperature 20C to +60C (4F to +140F) Dimensions (approx.) 47 103 80 mm

(1 7/8 4 1/8 3 1/4 in.) (w/h/

d) (excluding protruding parts) Mass (approx.) 310 g (11 oz) Main unit only 370 g (13 oz) including the battery pack, NP-FF50, cassette MGR60, lens cap, and list strap Supplied accessories See page 5. AC power adaptor AC-L20A Power requirements 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption XX W Output voltage DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.5 A in the operating mode Battery charge terminal:

4.2 V, 1.5 A in charge mode Operating temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Storage temperature 20C to +60C (4F to +140F) Dimensions (approx.) XXX XX XX mm (X X X/XX X X/X in.) (w/h/d) excluding

(projecting parts) power cord Mass (approx.) XXX g (X.X oz) excluding the power cord Input impedance with more than 47 k (kilohms) Output impedance with less than 2.2 k (kilohms) USB jack mini-B i.LINK (MICROMV) input/output 4-pin connector S400 LCD screen Picture 6.2 cm (2.5 type) 50 37 mm (2 1 1/2 in.) Total dot number:

211 200 (960 220) Wireless communication Communication system Bluetooth specification Ver. 1.1 Maximum communication speed 1) 2) Approx. 723 kbps Maximum output Bluetooth specification Power Class2 Communication distance 2) Approx. 10 m (32.8 feet) (Open space, when using a Sony BTA-

NW1 Modem Adaptor with Bluetooth Function) Compatible Bluetooth profiles 3) Generic Access Profile Dial-up Networking Profile Usable frequency band 2.4 GHz band

(2.400 2.4835 GHz) 1) The maximum rate defined by Bluetooth specification Ver. 1.1 2) Depends on obstacles between the Bluetooth devices, radio wave conditions, etc. 3) Defined by Bluetooth specification for intended use between the Bluetooth devices General Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC power adaptor) Average power consumption

(when using the battery pack) During camera recording using viewfinder (brightness normal) 3.5 W During camera recording using LCD (Backlighting on) 4.2 W During camera recording using LCD (Backlighting off) 3.5 W Specifications Battery pack NP-FF50 Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity X.X Wh (XXX mAh) Operating temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) Dimensions (approx.) XX.X XX.X XX.X mm

(X X/XX XX/XX X X/X in.)

(w/h/d) Mass (approx.) XX g (X.X oz) Type Lithium ion Memory Stick

(DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) Memory Flash memory 4MB: MSA-4A Operating voltage 2.7-3.6V Power consumption Approx. 45mA in the operating mode Approx. 130A in the standby mode Dimensions (approx.) 50 2.8 21.5 mm

(2 1/8 7/8 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 4 g (0.14 oz) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. A d d i t i o n a l I n f o r m a t i o n 187 Quick Reference Identifying the parts and controls Camcorder 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 OPEN button (p. 22) 2 BROWSER MENU button (p. XX)

(DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) 3 LCD screen (p. 20, 115) 4 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever

(p. 26) 5 OPEN/ZEJECT lever (p. 19) 6 LCD BACKLIGHT switch (p. XX) 7 Lens cap (p. 22) 8 Speaker 9 POWER switch (p. 22) 0 Cassette lid (p. 19) This mark indicates that this product is a genuine accessory for Sony video products. When purchasing Sony video products, Sony recommends that you purchase accessories with this GENUINE VIDEO ACCESSORIES mark. 188 Identifying the parts and controls qa qs qd qf qg qa DISPLAY button (p. 36) qs Control button (v/V/b/B/z) (p. XX) qd CAMERA lamp qf MEMORY/NETWORK lamp (p. XX)

(DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) qg VCR lamp (p. XX) qh BACK LIGHT button (p. 29) qj Built-in Microphone (p. 22) qk Viewfinder (p. 26) ql Eyecup (p. 26) qh qj qk ql Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e 189 Identifying the parts and controls w;

wa ws wd wf wg wh wj wk wl e;

ea w; ZOOM button (p. 27) wa PHOTO button (p. 41, 122) ws DC IN jack (p. 16) wd USB jack (p. 148) wf Hook for hand strap wg START/STOP button (p. 22) wh Lens wj Camera recording lamp (p. 22) wk (Bluetooth) lamp (p. 22) wl Remote sensor e; A/V (ID-2) jack ea i.LINK (MICROMV) jack (p. 76) The i.LINK (MICROMV) jack is i.LINK compatible. Note on the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce a fine image. The lens for your camcorder was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation. It adopts the MTF* measurement system for video camera and offers a quality as the Carl Zeiss lens.

* MTF is an abbreviation of Modulation Transfer Function. The value number indicates the amount of light of a subject penetrating into the lens. 190 Identifying the parts and controls es ed ef eg eh ej ek el r;

es MEMORY EJECT lever (p. 114)

(DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) ed Access lamp (p. 114) ef Memory Stick slot (p. 114)

(DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) eg CHG lamp (p. 13) eh Reset button (p. 165) ej Battery/Battery terminal cover (p. 12) ek Jack cover el VBATT (battery) release lever (p. 12) r; Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e 191 Identifying the parts and controls Remote Commander The buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorder function identically to the buttons on your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa 1 PHOTO button (p. 41, 122) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 36) 3 MEMORY control buttons (p. XX)

(DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) 4 SEARCH MODE button (p. 69 to 74) 5 MULTI SRCH button (p. XX) 6 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder. 7 DATA CODE button (p. 36) 8 START/STOP button (p. 22) 9 Power zoom button (p. 27) 0 Video control buttons (p. 38) qa X/x/C/c/DECISION buttons (p. XX) These buttons function the same as the control button on the camcorder. 192 Identifying the parts and controls To prepare the Remote Commander Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and polarities on the batteries to the + marks inside the battery compartment. Notes on the Remote Commander Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not function properly. Your camcorder works in the commander mode VTR 2. Commander modes 1, 2 and 3 are used to distinguish your camcorder from other Sony VCRs to avoid remote control misoperation. If you use another Sony VCR in the Commander mode VTR 2, we recommend changing the commander mode or covering the sensor of the VCR with black paper. Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e 193 Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and viewfinder 1 2 0 min S T I L L 1 6 : 9 W I D E N E G . A R T A U T O 6 0 A W B 9 d b F 1 1 S T B Y

0 : 1 2 : 3 4 1 2 min E N D S E A R C H M P E G I N 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 qd qf qg qh qj qk ql w;

wa 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa qs 1 MICRO cassette memory indicator

(p. 169) 2 Remaining battery time indicator

(p. 28) 3 Zoom indicator (p. 27)/Data file name indicator (p. 112) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) 4 Digital effect indicator (p. 49)/

MEMORY MIX indicator (p. 135) (DCR-

IP7/IP7BT only)/FADER indicator (p. 45) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) 5 16:9WIDE indicator (p. 44) 6 Picture effect indicator (p. 48) 7 Data code indicator (p. 36) 8 Date indicator 9 PROGRAM AE indicator (p. 52) 0 Backlight indicator (p. 29) qa SteadyShot off indicator (p. 106) qs Manual focus/Infinity indicator (p. 59) qd Self-timer indicator (p. 31, 125) qf STBY/REC indicator (p. 22)/Video control mode indicator (p. 38)/Picture size indicator (p. 119) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only)/Image quality mode indicator (p. 117) (DCR-IP7/IP7BT only) qg Warning indicators (p. 167) qh Tape counter indicator (p. 68)/Self-

diagnosis indicator (p. 166)/Photo mode indicator (p. 41, 122)/Image number indicator (p. 122) (DCR-IP7/

IP7BT only) qj Remaining tape indicator (p. 28)/

Memory playback indicator (p. 142) qk END SEARCH indicator (p. 32) ql MPEG IN indicator (p. 90) w; Data file name indicator (p. 135) (DCR-

IP7/IP7BT only) This indicator appears when the MEMORY MIX functions work. /Time indicator wa Multi screen mode indicator (p. 124) 194 Index A, B AC power adaptor .................. 13 Adjusting viewfinder ............. 26 Audio dubbing ........................ 94 AUDIO MIX .......................... 107 Audio mode ........................... 110 AUTO SHTR .......................... 106 A/V connecting cable ...... 40, 75 BACK LIGHT .......................... 29 Battery pack ............................. 12 BEEP ....................................... 111 BOUNCE .................................. 45 C, D CALIBRATION ..................... 177 Camera chromakey .............. 135 Carl Zeiss lens ....................... 185 Cassette memory ............ 10, 169 Charging battery ..................... 13 Charging manganese-lithium battery ................................. 177 Clock set ................................... 17 Cut recording .......................... 62 Data code ................................. 36 Date search .............................. 70 DEMO MODE ....................... 110 DIGITAL EFFECT ............ 49, 66 Digital program editing ......... 77 DISPLAY .................................. 36 DOT .......................................... 45 Dual sound track tape .......... 170 Dubbing a tape ........................ 75 DV connecting cable ............... 76 E EDIT SEARCH ........................ 32 END SEARCH ......................... 32 Exposure .................................. 57 F, G, H Fade in/out .............................. 45 FLASH MOTION .................... 49 Flexible Spot Meter ................. 58 FOCUS ...................................... 59 Format .................................... 109 FRAME REC ............................ 62 Full charge ............................... 13 Grip strap ............................... 186 Heads ...................................... 176 Headphone jack .................... 186 HiFi SOUND ......................... 107 Holding Grip ................... 22, 184 I, J, K, L i.LINK ..................................... 172 Image protection ................... 155 Image quality mode ............. 117 Index screen ........................... 144 InfoLITHIUM battery ...... 171 Infrared rays emitter .............. 29 Interval recording ................... 60 JPEG ........................................ 112 Labelling a cassette ............... 103

(LANC) .................................. 184 LUMINANCEKEY ................. 49 M, N Main sound ............................ 170 Manual focus ........................... 59 Memory chromakey ............. 135 Memory luminancekey ........ 135 MEMORY MIX ...................... 135 Memory overlap ................... 135 Memory Stick .................... 112 Menu settings ........................ 105 Mirror mode ............................ 24 Moisture condensation ........ 175 MONOTONE .......................... 45 MOSC.FADER ......................... 45 MPEG ..................................... 112 Multi screen mode ................ 124 NIGHTSHOT .......................... 29 NORM. FADER ...................... 45 NTSC system ......................... 174 O, P, Q OLD MOVIE ............................ 49 Operation indicators ............ 189 OVERLAP ................................ 45 PB ZOOM ........................ 67, 153 Photo save .............................. 140 Photo scan ................................ 74 Photo search ............................ 72 PICTURE EFFECT ............ 48, 65 Picture search .......................... 38 Playback pause ........................ 38 Power zoom ............................. 27 Print mark .............................. 159 PROGRAM AE ....................... 52 R Recording time ........................ 14 Rec Review .............................. 33 Remaining battery time indicator ................................ 28 Remaining tape indicator ...... 28 Remote commander ............. 188 Remote sensor ....................... 185 RESET ..................................... 165 S Self-diagnosis display .......... 166 Self-timer recording ....... 31, 125 Signal convert function .......... 88 Skip scan .................................. 38 Slide show .............................. 154 Slow playback ......................... 38 SLOW SHUTTER .................... 49 STEADYSHOT ...................... 106 Stereo tape ............................. 170 STILL ........................................ 49 Sub sound .............................. 170 SUPER NIGHTSHOT ............. 29 S VIDEO jack ............... 40, 75, 89 T, U, V Tape counter ............................ 28 Tape Photo recording ............. 41 Telephoto ................................. 27 Time code ................................. 28 Title ................................... 98, 101 Title search ............................... 69 TRAIL ....................................... 49 Transition ................................. 23 TV color systems ................... 174 USB ......................................... 148 Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e W, X, Y, Z Warning indicators ............... 167 White balance .......................... 55 Wide-angle .............................. 27 Wide mode .............................. 44 WIPE ......................................... 45 WORLD TIME ....................... 111 Write-protect tab ............. 19, 112 Zero set memory ..................... 68 Zoom ........................................ 27 195 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan 3 0 6 9 9 3 3 1 1

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1	Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?:	No
	if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant.

app s	Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc
1	Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization?	No
1	Equipment Class	DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter
1	Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant)	Digital Video Camera - Bluetooth
1	Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application?	No
1	Modular Equipment Type	Does not apply
1	Purpose / Application is for	Original Equipment
1	Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization?	No
1	Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization?	No
1	Grant Comments	The listed output power represents the measured EIRP of the EUT. End- users must be provided with specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
1	Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application?	No
1	If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded?	No

app s	Test Firm Name and Contact Information
1	Firm Name	Akzo Nobel K.K.
1	Name	S****** K****
1	Telephone Number	81-47********
1	Fax Number	81-47********
1	E-mail	k******@akzoemc.co.jp

Equipment Specifications
	Line	Rule Parts	Grant Notes	Lower Frequency	Upper Frequency	Power Output	Tolerance	Emission Designator	Microprocessor Number
1	1	15C		2402.00000000	2480.00000000	0.0005000

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