Sony DCR-DVD301 Manuel d'utilisateur

2-186-668-11 (1)©2004 Sony CorporationOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,and retain it for future ref

10Table of contentsRead this firstWhat you can do with yourDVD Handycam ... 4What is the difference betweenDVD-R and DVD-R

1009 Double-click the scene to view from thethumbnails.The selected scene is temporarily copiedto your computer and is displayed inthe preview window.

101Viewing/duplicating discs/editing the recordings on your computerMaking a disc copyYou can make a copy of a finalized disc.1 Turn on your computer

102Editing and saving scenesEditing moviesYou can combine multiple scenes into a singlescene.1 Click on the title window.The window switches to the

103Viewing/duplicating discs/editing the recordings on your computerYou can edit the scenes registered to the albumand make an original DVD.Making a m

104Editing the contentsYou can edit the contents by adding/deletingscenes, changing the order of scenes, andselecting an image used for the thumbnail.

105Viewing/duplicating discs/editing the recordings on your computerRecording on a discCheck the menu and view the contents on apreview window, then r

106You can dub movies recorded in a disc using aVCR connected to your camcorder, using yourcamcorder as a player.Connecting your camcorder toa VCRConn

107Connecting your camcorder to a TV and a VCRDubbing a disc to a tapeDubbing to a tapeBefore operation•Set [DISPLAY] in (OTHERS) to [LCD] inthe SET

108Dubbing a TV program or video tape ontoa discYou can record a disc from another VCR or aTV program. Use your camcorder as arecorder.Connecting your

109Connecting your camcorder to a TV and a VCRDubbing onto a disc1 Prepare the TV/VCR.If you are recording a tape from theVCR, insert a recorded tape

11Getting StartedUsing a disc in VR mode(DVD-RWs only)Selecting the playing order on yourcamcorder – Playlist ... 76Registering mo

110— Customizing your camcorder —Changing the SETUP displayYou can change the default settings byselecting the options in the SETUP displaywith the mu

111Customizing your camcorderChanging the SETUP displaySelecting the option of each itemMenu items differ depending on the position of the mode dial.

112Icon/Item CAMERA SETSELFTIMERD ZOOM16:9WIDESTEADYSHOTBURSTQUALITYIMAGESIZEN.S.LIGHTNotesOn SteadyShot•SteadyShot will not correct excessive camera

113Customizing your camcorderChanging the SETUP displayIcon/Item LCD/VF SETLCD BRIGHTLCD B.L.LCD COLORVF B.L.NotesOn LCD B.L. and VF B.L.•When you sel

114Icon/Item DISC SETREC MODEFORMAT*1FINALIZEUNFINALIZE*1*2DISC TITLEFILE NO.*1 DVD-RWs only*2 VIDEO mode onlyIcon/Item VIDEO SETHiFi SOUNDVIDEO INPUT

115Customizing your camcorderIcon/Item SETUP MENUCLOCK SETA. SHUT OFFLTR SIZEUSB SPEEDDEMO MODEChanging the SETUP displayOption—z 5 minNEVERz NORMAL2

116Changing the SETUP displayIcon/Item OTHERSDATA CODEAREA SETDST SETBEEPCOMMANDERDISPLAYREC LAMPOptionz DATE/CAMDATE—z OFFONz MELODYNORMALOFFz ONOFFz

117Customizing your camcorderChanging the SETUP displayIcon/Item OTHERSREMAINNotes•If you press DISPLAY/BATT INFO with [DISPLAY] set to [V-OUT/LCD] in

118— Troubleshooting —Types of trouble and corrective actionIf you run into problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshootthe

119TroubleshootingAbout the power sourceSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The operating temperature is too low.• The battery pack is not fully

12— Getting Started —Using this manualThe images of the LCD display and the viewfinder used in this manual are capturedusing a digital still camera. T

120Types of trouble and corrective actionAbout the discSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The [ REMAIN] item is set to [AUTO] in (OTHERS)in th

121TroubleshootingDuring recordingSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The mode dial is set to (Play/Edit).c Set it to (Movie) or (Still). (

122Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• PROGRAM AE is set to [PORTRAIT] or [SPORTS] underthe fluorescent lamp, the sodium lamp and the mercurylamp

123TroubleshootingTypes of trouble and corrective actionDuring editingSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The mode dial is set to (Movie) or

124Types of trouble and corrective actionOthersSymptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions• The disc has been finalized.c Unfinalize the disc (DVD-RW only

125TroubleshootingC:21:00Self-diagnosis displayFive-digit display Cause and/or Corrective Actions• You are using a battery pack that is not an“InfoLIT

126Warning indicatorsIf indicators appear on the LCD display or inthe viewfinder, check the following:See the page in parentheses “()” for moreinforma

127TroubleshootingWarning messagesMessage Cause and/or Corrective Actions• Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.• Install a charged battery pack.• The ba

128Warning messages*1You hear the beep sound when the message appears.*2If the data is not recorded correctly, your camcorder automatically recovers d

129Additional informationUsable discsYou can use 8 cm DVD-R and 8 cm DVD-RWdiscs only. Use the discs with or logo.NoteWe recommend you to use the So

13Getting StartedUsing this manualCamcorder careLCD display/viewfinderThe LCD display and the viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high-precisi

130About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packThis unit is compatible with the“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). Yourcamcorder operates only with the“Inf

131Additional informationYou can use your camcorder with the ACadaptor supplied with it in any area with 100V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz power standards.Us

132PrecautionsCamcorder operation•Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (batterypack) or 8.4 V (AC adaptor) power.•For DC or AC operation, use the accessori

133Additional informationMaintenance information and precautionsOn the pickup lens•Do not touch the lens inside the disc cover.Keep the disc cover clo

134Maintenance information and precautionsAC adaptor•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet whenyou are not using it for a long time. Todisconnect the p

135Additional informationSpecificationsVideo camerarecorderSystemVideo recording formatDVD-VideoDVD-VR (DVD-RW only)Audio recording system2ch Dolby* D

136SpecificationsAC adaptorAC-L15A/L15BPower requirements100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 HzCurrent consumption0.35 – 0.18 APower consumption18 WOutput voltageDC

137Parts and controls/Index— Parts and controls/Index —Identifying parts and controls1 LCD screen (page 20)2 LCD BACKLIGHT button (page 20)3 OPEN butt

138Identifying parts and controlsqa Mode dial (page 19)qs POWER/CHG lamp (page 16)qd REMOTE jackUse to connect to optional accessories.qf Viewfinder l

139Parts and controls/Indexw;wawdwfwgwhwjwkwle;wsIdentifying parts and controlsw; Intelligent accessory shoewa Shoe coverws Lenswd Remote sensor/Infra

14Checking the supplied accessoriesMake sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder.1 Wireless Remote Commander (1)(page 142)

140ea Power zoom lever (page 33)es PHOTO button (page 35)ed SUPER NS PLUS/COLOR SLOW Sbutton (page 45)ef ACCESS lamp (page 26)Identifying parts and co

141Parts and controls/Indexel VOL buttons (page 56)r; z REC buttons (page 109)ra Speakerrs > NEXT (next) button (page 58)rd . PREV (previous) butto

142Identifying parts and controlsRemote CommanderThe buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on your camcorderfunction identically

143Parts and controls/IndexTo prepare the Remote CommanderRemove the insulation sheet as illustrated to activate the Remote Commander.To replace the b

144Identifying parts and controlsOperation indicatorsLCD display and viewfinderOn shooting On playback1 Recording mode (pages 32, 114), Imagesize

145Parts and controls/IndexIndexA, BAC adaptor ... 16Adjusting viewfinder ... 22A/V connecting cable ... 14, 6

146On trademarks•DVD-VIDEO, DVD-RW, and the DVD-R logo are trademarks.•InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation.•PlayStation is a registered tra

147Parts and controls/Index

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15Getting StartedStep 1 Preparing the power sourceInstalling/removing the battery packTo install the battery pack, slide it in and up in the directio

16Charging the installed battery packYour camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series).See page 130 for more information on

17Getting StartedCharging time (full charge)*1Battery packNP-FM50 (supplied) 150NP-QM71/QM71D 260NP-QM91/QM91D 360Recording time with the viewfinder*2

18Showing the remaining battery time – BATTERY INFO1 Open the LCD screen while pressing OPEN.2 Press DISPLAY/BATT INFO.The remaining battery time appe

19Getting StartedStep 2 Turning on the powerPress the POWER button for a few seconds. Your camcorder turns on and the POWER/CHG lamp lights up in gr

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

20Adjusting the angle and the brightness of the LCD screenAdjust the brightness and the angle of the LCD screen properly in your sight.1 Open the LCD

21Getting StartedStep 3 Adjusting the LCD screen and the viewfinder4 Use the multi-selector to select [LCD BRIGHT].5 Use the multi-selector to adjust

2212Viewfinder lensadjustment dialStep 3 Adjusting the LCD screen and the viewfinderAdjusting the viewfinderWhen recording pictures with the LCD scree

23Getting StartedSet the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. Set thegeographical area, then daylight savings time([DST]), th

24DST OFFDATE Y M D2004 JAN 112 : 00AM[ ENTER ] : NEXT ITEMAREA 26 -5.0GMTNew York,BogotaCLOCK SETDST OFFDATE Y M D2004 JAN 112 : 00AM[ ENTER ] : NEXT

25Getting StartedSimple setting of the clock using a time differenceYou can easily set the clock to the local time by setting the area. In the SETUP d

26Step 5 Preparing a disc for recordingA new DVD-R or DVD-RW is required for recording. You cannot overwrite or deletedata recorded on a DVD-R, but yo

27Getting Started5 Close the disc cover.Your camcorder starts recognizing the inserted disc.With a DVD-R, you can start recording immediately after [D

28— Shooting movies/still images —Before shootingNoteTo shoot movies/still images correctly, note the following:– Hold your camcorder correctly.– Do n

29Shooting movies/still imagesPerform “Getting Started” from step 1 to 5 beforehand (page 15 to 27).The following operation is common with VIDEO mode

3Getting StartedCAUTIONYou are cautioned that any changes ormodifications not expressly approved in thismanual could void your authority to operatethi

30Shooting movies7 Press START/STOP (z).Your camcorder starts recording. [REC] appears on the LCD display. Thecamera recording lamp located on the fro

31Shooting movies/still images0:00:01[30min]40minRECJAN 1 200411:23:45AMVIDEO-RIndicators displayed in the recording modeThese indicators are not r

32Shooting moviesSelecting the recording modeYour camcorder records in the HQ (high quality) mode, SP (standard play) mode, andthe LP (long play) mode

33Shooting movies/still imagesUsing the zoom featureMove the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.Using the

34Shooting with the subject checking the image – Mirror modeThe picture on the LCD display is a mirror-image. However, the picture will benormal when

35Shooting movies/still imagesVIDEOFINE0-RPerform “Getting Started” from step 1 to 5 beforehand (page 15 to 27).The following operation is common with

367 Press and hold PHOTO down lightly, then check out the image.When the AE/AF lock indicator (z) stops flashing and remains on, yourcamcorder is read

37Shooting movies/still imagesNotes•When the mode dial is set to (Still), the following functions do not work.– 16:9 Wide mode– Digital zoom– Steady

38Shooting still imagesSelecting the still image quality and sizeTo select the still image qualityYou can select the image quality from [FINE] or [STA

39Shooting movies/still imagesShooting still images[ SETUP ] : ENDSELFTIMERBURSTQUALITYOFFN. S. LIGHTRETURNIMAGESIZECAMERA SET1152 640[ SETUP ] : ENDS

4Read this firstWhat you can do with yourDVD HandycamYour DVD Handycam uses DVD-R and DVD-RW as a recording media.You can enjoy your DVD Handycam in w

40Number of still images recordable on a discYour camcorder compresses image data in JPEG format (extension .jpg).Default image data file name is as f

41Shooting movies/still imagesShooting still imagesShooting images continuouslyYou can record still images continuously by setting [BURST].NORMAL Your

424 Use the multi-selector to select [BURST].5 Use the multi-selector to select [NORMAL] or [EXP BRKTG].6 Press SETUP.The SETUP display disappears fro

43Shooting movies/still imagesAdjusting the exposure forbacklit subjects – BACK LIGHTWhen you shoot a subject with the light sourcebehind the subject

44Adjusting the exposure3 Use the multi-selector to adjust thebrightness shown as below.–: Get darker+: Get brighterTo return to the automaticexposure

45Shooting movies/still imagesNotes•Do not use the NightShot plus mode in brightplaces (e.g. outdoors in the daytime). Thismay cause your camcorder to

46Using the NightShot LightThe picture will be clearer with the NightShotLight on.NightShot Light rays are infrared and so areinvisible. The maximum s

47Shooting movies/still imagesOn shooting still images1 Set the mode dial to (Still), then performSteps 2 to 6.2 Press PHOTO all the way down.Self-t

481 Set the mode dial to (Movie).2 Press SETUP.3 Use the multi-selector to select (CAMERA SET).4 Use the multi-selector to select [16:9WIDE].5 Use t

Shooting movies/still images49Shooting for the wide-screen TV – 16:9 Wide modeNotes•You cannot select [OLD MOVIE] (page 54)during recording in the 16:

5Read this firstYou can play back a discrecorded with your DVDHandycam on your DVDplayer.You can play back a disc recorded with yourDVD Handycam on DV

50Normally white balance is adjustedautomatically. Adjust manually in thefollowing cases:•When shooting in a place that the lightcondition changes oft

Shooting movies/still images51Shooting techniques to match yourcircumstances – PROGRAM AE SPOTLIGHT*1This effect prevents people’s faces, forexample,

521 Set the mode dial to (Movie) or (Still).2 Press FOCUS.The 9 (manual focus) indicator appears.3 Check the viewfinder or the LCD displayand use th

53Shooting movies/still imagesVIDEO0:00:00-RFADERUsing fader (for movies only)You can fade in or out to give your movie amore professional appearance.

54Shooting with special effectsUsing special effects– Picture effect/Digital effectYou can digitally process movies to obtainspecial effects like thos

55Shooting movies/still imagesChecking/Deleting the last sceneChecking the last scene– ReviewYou can check the last recorded scene quickly.1 Set the m

56Choosing and viewing a recording – Visual IndexThe recorded scenes are displayed as a list in the Visual Index display. You can find thedesired scen

57Viewing the recordings3 Select the (Movie) tab or the (Still) tab with the multi-selector accordingto the kind of scene you want to play back.Th

58Various playback modesMoviesThe sound is muted in the various playback modes.To pause playback (view a still image)Press X during playback. To resum

59Viewing the recordingsDisplaying the indicators during playback – DisplayPress DISPLAY/BATT INFO on your camcorder, or press DISPLAY on your RemoteC

6What is the difference betweenDVD-R and DVD-RW?Two types of discs are available and they are different in the following ways.How can I choosebetween

60[a] SteadyShot OFF [g] Exposure value[b] Exposure [h] Shutter speed[c] White balance [i] Aperture value[d] Gain[e] Shutter speed[f] Aperture valueTi

61Viewing the recordingsPlaying a disc on your camcorderMagnifying recorded images – PB ZOOM (Playback zoom)1 In the playback, playback pause or revie

62Playing a disc on your camcorderPlaying still images automatically – Slide ShowYou can see the automatic playback of all the still images recorded o

63Viewing the recordingsConnect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with yourcamcorder to watch playback pictures on the

64— Finalizing a disc for other players —Finalizing a discYou have to finalize the disc before you can play a recorded disc on other players.Finalizin

65Finalizing a disc for other playersEXECUTINGAVOID ANY VIBRATIONFINALIZE0:064 When still images are included on a disc recorded in VIDEO mode, use

66Finalizing a discNotes•A Photomovie created in this section is used to view still images on other players. Youcannot view the Photomovie on your cam

67Finalizing a disc for other playersFinalizing a discChanging the disc titleBy pressing the SETUP button, you can make a title on each disc. As the d

686 Use the multi-selector to select [SET].The disc title is set and the display returns to the SETUP display.7 Press SETUP.The SETUP display disappea

69Finalizing a disc for other playersFinalizing a discPlaying back a disc on a DVD player, etc.1/2JAN 1 2004 10 : 30AMJAN 1 20042 : 44PM

7Read this firstWhat kind of playercan I use for playback?You can play back a disc you have recorded on your DVD Handycam onother players by finalizin

70Playing back a disc on a computer with a DVD drive installedThe display and the operation may vary depending on the operating system of yourcomputer

71Finalizing a disc for other playersStructures and file names of movies and still imagesMovies and still images are stored in the following folders o

72You can record on finalized DVD-RWs by unfinalizing them. This operation is valid inVIDEO mode only. You do not have to unfinalize a VR mode disc.In

73Finalizing a disc for other playersNotes•Make sure that the power of your camcorder is supplied from a wall outlet using theAC adaptor.•If you disco

74[ SETUP ] : ENDREC FORMATEXECUTERETURNFORMATVIDEOALL DATA TO BE DELETEDEST. PROCESS TIME : 7secREC FORMAT : VIDEOYou can format recorded DVD-RWs

75Finalizing a disc for other players8 Press SETUP when the [COMPLETED] appears on the LCD display.The FORMAT display disappears from the LCD display.

76You can edit the Playlist on your DVD-RWs recorded in VR mode. The Playlist is a listused to change the playback order of scenes to suit your own p

77Using a disc in VR mode (DVD-RWs only)4 Use the multi-selector to select [SEL.ITEM].5 Use the multi-selector to select [ADD].6 Use the multi-selecto

78Selecting the playing order on your camcorder – Playlist9 Use the multi-selector to select [EXEC.].The selected movies or still images are registere

79Using a disc in VR mode (DVD-RWs only)Converting all the still images on a disc to a movie file – PhotomovieAll the still images in a disc are saved

8Both movies and still images can be recordedon a single disc.Because your movies and still images are recorded in free areason the disc automatically

80Erasing unnecessary scenes from the PlaylistErasing unnecessary scenes from the Playlist does not affect the actual recorded data onthe disc.Insert

81Using a disc in VR mode (DVD-RWs only)7 Use the multi-selector to select the scene to be erased.The selected scene is marked with .Repeat this step

82Changing the order within the PlaylistInsert a Playlist-registered DVD-RW into your camcorder.1 Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit).2 Press EDIT.The

83Using a disc in VR mode (DVD-RWs only)6 Use the multi-selector to select the scene to be moved.The selected scene is marked with .Repeat this step i

84Dividing a movie within the PlaylistYou can divide a movie into two scenes. Dividing movies into scenes within the Playlistdoes not affect the actua

85Using a disc in VR mode (DVD-RWs only)6 Use the multi-selector to select the scene to be divided.The playback of the selected scene starts.7 Press t

86Playing the PlaylistInsert a Playlist-registered DVD-RW into your camcorder.1 Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit).The Visual Index display appears.2

87Using a disc in VR mode (DVD-RWs only)Editing the original dataOriginal data stand for the actual recorded movies and still images data on the disc.

886 Use the multi-selector to select the scene to be divided.The playback of the selected movie starts.7 Press the center of the multi-selector at the

89Using a disc in VR mode (DVD-RWs only)Deleting movies/still imagesNote that this operation actually deletes recorded data from the disc.Insert a rec

9Read this firstYou can make a copy of a disc you haverecorded by connecting your DVDHandycam to your computer with thesupplied software.For the recom

906 Use the multi-selector to select [SELECT].A thumbnail list of the movies or still images recorded on the disc appears.7 Use the multi-selector to

91Viewing/duplicating discs/editing the recordings on your computerA USB driver and application softwareinstallation is required to connect yourcamcor

923 Move the cursor to [USB Driver] andclick.InstallShield Wizard program starts up.4 Click [Next].The USB driver installation starts.[InstallShield W

93Viewing/duplicating discs/editing the recordings on your computerConnecting your camcorder to your computer – IntroductionInstalling softwareInstall

945 Select [Install the software automatically(Recommended)] and click [Next].6 Make sure that [Sony DVD Handycam]is selected as the best match and cl

95Viewing/duplicating discs/editing the recordings on your computer7 Click [Finish].The connection between yourcamcorder and the computer iscompleted.

96For Microsoft Windows Me users1 Connect the AC adaptor to yourcamcorder.2 Set the mode dial to (Play/Edit).3 Turn the power on your camcorder bypr

97Viewing/duplicating discs/editing the recordings on your computerTo confirm the USB driver installation1 Click [Start] t [Settings] t [ControlPanel]

98Consulting the on-line helpAn ImageMixer on-line help is available whereyou can find detailed operating instructionsfor ImageMixer software.1 Click

99Viewing/duplicating discs/editing the recordings on your computerYou must install the USB driver and theImageMixer software to view scenes recordedo