Sony DCR-VD202E manual

DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Printed in Japan D i g i t a l V i d e o C a m er a Re co r de r O pe r at i ng G u id e DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/DVD203E/ D VD403E/D VD602E/DVD653E/ D VD703E/D VD803[...]

2 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly , and retain it for future reference. WARNING T o prev ent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this [...]

3 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Regulatory Information Declaration of Conf ormity Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-D VD653E Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16450 W . Bernardo Dr, San Die go, CA 92127 U.S.A. T elephone No.: 858-942-2230 This dev[...]

4 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Read this first (continued) On using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. View finder LCD screen Battery • Before connecting your camcorder to another device with a USB cable etc., be sure to insert the connector plug i[...]

5 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) • Y ou can use 8cm D VD-Rs, 8cm D VD- R Ws and 8cm DVD+R Ws only . Use the discs with marks listed below . • For reliability durability of recording/ playback, we recommend that you use Sony discs or discs with a * for VIDEO CAMERA mark for your D VD[...]

6 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) T able of Contents Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do with y our D VD Handycam ............................................ 10 Choosing a disc ....................................................................................... 13 Getting[...]

7 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) T o adjust the exposure for backlit subjects T o adjust the focus for an off center subject T o fix the exposure for the selected subject T o record in mirr or mode T o add special effects T o use a tripod Playbac k T o play back the images in sequence [...]

8 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) PICT .APPLI. ...................................................................................... 63 Special effects on pictur es or additional functions on recor ding/playback (PICT .EFFECT/D.EFFECT/SLIDE SHOW ,etc.) DISC SET .........................[...]

9 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) T roubleshooting T roubleshooting ....................................................................................... 87 W arning indicators and messages ........................................................ 101 Additional Information Using your c[...]

10 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do with your DVD Handycam Y our D VD Handycam records images on an 8cm D VD * disc. Y ou can enjoy your D VD Handycam in ways that are different from those of other media. This makes it easier to record and v[...]

11 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Enjoying with your DVD Handycam Enjoying with your DVD Handycam What you can do with your DVD Handycam Y our D VD Handycam records images on an 8cm D VD * disc. Y ou can enjoy your D VD Handycam in ways that are different from those of other media. This[...]

12 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) What you can do with your DVD Handycam (continued) DVD functions different from those of tape media Easy to record, then to play back recordings without rewinding Y ou can start recording and check the recorded images without rewinding or f ast forwardi[...]

13 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Enjoying with your DVD Handycam Choosing a disc What kinds of disc can I use? The kinds of disc that you can use in your D VD Handycam are as follows. When you use a D VD-R W , you can choose the recording format from VIDEO mode or VR mode. Disc type an[...]

14 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Choosing a disc (continued) Do the features differ according to the disc? What you can do with your disc differs, depending on the disc type and the recording format used. The number in the parentheses indicates the reference page. Disc type Recording m[...]

15 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) What do you want to do with the disc after recording on it? I want to edit the disc, such as dividing or deleting images. I want to pla y back the disc on various D VD playback devices . Do you want to use the disc repeatedly? No . I do not want to dele[...]

16 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you hav e following items supplied with your camcorder . If any of the follo wing items are not included, contact your nearest Sony dealer . 8cm D VD-R DMR30 (1) (p.13) (Except for DCR-D VD92E/D VD602E) AC [...]

17 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Step 2: Charging the batter y pack Y ou can charge the battery after attaching the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series) (p.107) to your camcorder . Mains lead DC IN jack co ver T o the wall soc ket AC Adaptor CHG lamp DC plug DC IN jack Battery P o[...]

18 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) T o remove a batter y pack Slide the B A TT release button in the direction of the arrow while pressing do wn the projection in the center of the B A TT release button (  ), slide the battery pack tow ards the back of your camcorder , then remove the[...]

19 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Playback time Approximate time (min.) av ailable when you use a fully charged battery pack. For DCR-D VD92E/DVD602E/D VD653E Battery pack LCD screen opened* LCD screen closed NP-FP50 (supplied) 105 125 NP-FP70 225 265 NP-FP90 400 475 For DCR-D VD202E/DV[...]

20 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) • When you set the POWER switch to (Movie) or (Still), the lens cover opens up (Except for DCR-D VD92E/DVD602E). • After you have set the date and time ([CLOCK SET], p.23), the next time you turn on the power of your camcorder , the current date and[...]

21 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Step 4: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder The LCD screen Open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (  ), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (  ).   180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder DISP/BA TT INFO 9[...]

22 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Step 5: Using the touch panel Y ou can play back recorded pictures (p.29, 33), or change the settings (p.52) using the touch panel. T ouch the buttons displayed on the screen. DISP/BA TT INFO T ouch the button on the LCD screen. • Perform the same act[...]

23 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears ev ery time you turn on your camcorder or slide the PO WER switch down. • If you do not use your camcorder for abo[...]

24 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) A new 8cm D VD-R, DVD-R W , or D VD+R W is required for recording (p.13). • Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using the cleaning cloth supplied with y our camcorder (p.5). POWER switch 1 Check that the power of y our camcorder is [...]

25 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) 4 Close the disc cover . Y our camcorder starts recognizing the inserted disc. It may take some time to recognize the disc depending on the disc type and condition.  D VD-R Y ou can start recording immediately after [DISC ACCESS] disappears from the [...]

26 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) By recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode, you can enjoy wide-angle, high-resolution pictures. If you intend to view pictures on a wide TV , recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode is recommended. POWER s witch WIDE SELECT button 1 Slide the PO WER switch do wn to[...]

27 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Easy Handycam – using your camcorder with automatic settings Operate your camcorder with ease W ith this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automatically adjusted optimally , which frees you from detailed adjustment. Since only b[...]

28 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Easy Handycam – using your camcorder with automatic settings (continued) Recording with ease During the EASY Handycam operation, Movies [REC MODE], Still images [Q U ALITY] and [IMA GE SIZE] are recorded with the default settings (p.62, 65). 1 Slide t[...]

29 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Playing back with ease 1 Slide the PO WER switch  do wn repeatedly to light up the (Play/Edit) lamp. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. Make sure the EASY lamp  lights up in blue. If not, press EASY to light it up (p.27). Movie tab[...]

30 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) W ith Easy Handycam operation, your D VD Handycam sets up the following options automatically . Therefore, you can finalize a disc easily . – creating a D VD menu to display images as thumbnails on a D VD player , etc (p.45). – creating a photomovi[...]

31 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) 4 T ouch the LCD screen in the follo wing steps.    T ouch T ouch T ouch    T ouch T ouch T ouch • Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder , and do not disconnect the A C adaptor during finalizing. • The shorter the amou[...]

32 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Recording PHO T O REC ST ART/ST OP  POWER s witch LENS CO VER* Opens in accordance with the setting of the POWER switch. REC ST ART/ST OP  1 Slide the PO WER switch do wn repeatedly to light up the respective lamp. Slide the POWER switch in the di[...]

33 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Playback 1 Slide the PO WER switch do wn repeatedly to light up the (Play/Edit) lamp. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. Previous 6 pictures Next 6 pictures Movie tab Still image tab Disc type Appears with the image on each of the tab th[...]

34 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Functions used for recording/playback, etc. DCR-D VD403E/D VD803E: Except for DCR-D VD403E/D VD803E: Recording T o use zoom ........................   Move the po wer zoom lever  slightly for a slower zoom. Mo ve it further for a faster zoom. W[...]

35 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) • appears while recording or playing back in 5.1ch mode, howe ver the 5.1ch surround sound will be con verted to 2ch to be output on your camcorder . * Dolby Digital 5.1 Creater compresses sound effecti vely while maintaining high quality sound. It cr[...]

36 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) T o record in mirror mode .............  Open the LCD screen  90 degrees to the camcorder (  ), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (  ).   • A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the picture will be no[...]

37 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) T o cancel, touch [END]. • Y ou cannot change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons  alongside of the LCD screen. Recording/playback T o check the remaining batter y ......  Set the PO WER switch up to OFF (CHG), and then press DISP/B A TT INFO ?[...]

38 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Y ou can check or delete the last recorded scene. Howe ver, you cannot delete it if: – you hav e removed the disc. – you hav e recorded the new scenes. Checking the last scene (Review) 1 Slide the PO WER switch do wn to light up the (Mo vie) or (Sti[...]

39 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies  Remaining battery (approx.) (37)  Recording mode (  or  or  ) (65)  Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)  Counter (hour: minute: second) ?[...]

40 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Indicators on the LCD screen and viewfinder When you can change the setup items, or during recording or playback, following indicators displayed. Upper left Upper Center Upper right Bottom Center Upper left Indicator Meaning 5.1ch surround recording/ p[...]

41 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Remote Commander (Except for DCR-DVD92E/DVD602E) Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander . Insulation sheet  DA T A CODE (p.67)  PHOT O (p.28, 32) The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still ima[...]

42 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Playing the picture on a TV Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied A C adaptor for this operation (p.17). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.  A/V connecting cable (supplied) Connect [...]

43 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the white (left channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV or [...]

44 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Finalizing allows the recorded disc to be played back on other D VD players (DVD player/ D VD recorder etc.,) or the D VD-driv e on your computer . The finalizing procedure differs depending on the disc type. • Playbac k compatibility is not guarante[...]

45 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Steps for finalizing Follo w the steps below . • It takes from a minute to a fe w hours for finalizing. The shorter the amount of material recorded on the disc, the longer it takes for finalizing. • Use an AC Adaptor as the po wer source to preve[...]

46 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) 2 Select the desired one from 4 types of pattern with / . Select [NO MENU] if you do not create a D VD menu. 3 T ouch . Step 3: Customizing a Photomovie What is a Photomovie ? A Photomovie in volves con verting still images in JPEG format to movies in M[...]

47 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) 5 When you ha ve finished entering characters, touch . The disc title changes to the one you entered. 6 T ouch [END]. • When you change a disc title already set by other devices, the 21st and subsequent characters are deleted. Step 5: Finalizing a di[...]

48 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Playing back a disc on DVD players, etc. • Do not use the 8cm CD adaptor with an 8cm D VD as it may cause a malfunction. • Make sure that a vertically installed DVD device is placed in the position where a disc can be placed horizontally . 1 Insert [...]

49 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Playing back still images Still images stored on the disc are displayed in the JPEG format. Note that erasing or changing the original data may occur accidentally in this operation since you use the original data on the disc. 1 Insert the finaliz ed di[...]

50 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Recording additional scenes after finalizing Y ou can record additional material on the finalized D VD-R Ws (VIDEO mode)/ D VD+R Ws by following the steps below if there is space to record on the disc. When using the finalized D VD-R W (VR mode) disc[...]

51 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Deleting all of the scenes on the disc (Formatting) Formatting makes the recorded disc new and reusable by deleting all the data recorded on the disc. The recording capacity of the disc is recovered by formatting it. The procedure for formatting differs[...]

52 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Using the Setup items 2 T ouch the LCD screen to select the setup item. Unav ailable items will be grayed out.  T o use the short-cuts of Personal Menu On Personal Menu, short-cuts for frequently used setup items are added. • Y ou can customize Per[...]

53 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1)  T ouch  [SETUP].  Select the desired setup item. T ouch / to select the item, then touch . (The process in step  is the same as that in step  .)  Select the desired item. • Y ou can also touch the item directly to select it.  Cus[...]

54 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Position of lamp: Movie Still Play/Edit CAMERA SET (p.56) PROGRAM AE   – SPOT METER   – EXPOSURE   – WHITE BAL.   – AUTO SHUTTER  – – SPOT FOCUS   – FOCUS   – FLASH SET –  – SUPER NS/SUPER NS[...]

55 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Position of lamp: Movie Still Play/Edit DISC SET (p.65) FORMA T*    FINALIZE*    UNFINALIZE    DISC TITLE    ST AND ARD SET (p.65) REC MODE  – – VOLUME* – –  MUL TI-SOUND – –  MICREF LEVEL  –[...]

56 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) The default settings are marked with  . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 52 for details on selecting setup items. PROGRAM AE Y ou can record pictures effecti vely in various situations with the PR OGRAM AE fu[...]

57 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1)  T ouch the point where you want to fix and adjust the exposure on the screen. appears.  T ouch [END]. T o return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [A UTO]  [END]. • If you set [SPO T METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANU A[...]

58 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) AUTO SHUTTER Automatically activ ates the electronic shutter to adjust the shutter speed when recording in bright conditions if you set it to [ON] (the default setting). SPOT FOCUS Y ou can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not lo[...]

59 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1)  NORMAL ( ) LOW( ) Makes the flash le vel lower . • The setting returns to [NORMAL] when you disconnect the power source from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes.  REDEYE REDUC (DCR-DVD403E/ DVD803E) Y ou can prev ent redeye by acti vating t[...]

60 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1)  T ouch  [SETUP]  CAMERA SET  [SELF-TIMER]  [ON]  . appears.  Press REC ST ART/ST OP to record movies, or PHO TO to record still images. T o cancel the count down, touch [RESET]. T o cancel the self-timer, select [OFF] in step  .[...]

61 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) When viewed on a 16:9 wide screen TV *1 When viewed on a standard TV (4:3 screen) *2 *1 When 16:9 screen TV switches to full screen mode, the picture appears on the TV screen at the right ratio. *2 When you play back in TV (4:3 screen), the picture may [...]

62 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Number of still images recordable on a disc (approx.) 2016× 1512 * 1152× 864 ** 640× 480 DVD-R 810 1750 2150 4100 5100 8100 DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) 850 1850 2250 4300 5400 8600 DVD-RW (VR mode) 850 1850 2250 4300 5400 8600 DVD+RW 740 1450 1650 2600 2950 [...]

63 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) PICT .APPLI. Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/ playback (PICT .EFFECT/D.EFFECT/SLIDE SHOW , etc.) The default settings are marked with  . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 52 fo[...]

64 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) OLD MOVIE Adds an old movie ef fect to pictures. The scene is recorded in the WIDE (16:9) mode. PICT . EFFECT (Picture effect) Y ou can add special effects to a picture during recording. appears.  OFF Does not use [PICT . EFFECT] setting. SEPIA Pictu[...]

65 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) DISC SET Settings for discs (FORMA T/FINALIZE/UNFINALIZE, etc.) See page 52 for details on selecting setup items. FORMA T See page 51. FINALIZE See page 44. UNFINALIZE See page 50. DISC TITLE Y ou can make a title on each disc. As the default, the date [...]

66 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) For DCR-DVD92E/DVD602E  WIDE STEREO Records 2 channel sound with more presence. STEREO Records normal stereo sound. • The setting returns to [WIDE STEREO] when you have the po wer source disconnected for more than 5 minutes. Except for DCR-DVD92E/D[...]

67 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1)  LCD COLOR Y ou can adjust the color on the LCD screen with / . Low intensity High intensity  VF B.LIGHT Y ou can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder .  NORMAL Standard brightness. BRIGHT Brightens the viewfinder screen. • When you conn[...]

68 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) REMOTE CTRL (Remote control) (Except for DCR-DVD92E/DVD602E) The default setting is [ON] so that you can use the Remote Commander (p. 41). • Set to [OFF] to prev ent your camcorder from responding to a command sent by other equipment’ remote control[...]

69 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) A.SHUT OFF (Auto shutter off)  5 min The camcorder is automatically turned off when you do not operate your camcorder for more than approximately 5 minutes. NEVER The camcorder is not automatically turned off. • When you connect your camcorder to a[...]

70 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Deleting a setup item 1 T ouch  [P-MENU SET UP]  [DELETE]. If the desired setup item is not displayed touch / . 2 T ouch the setup item that y ou want to delete. 3 T ouch [YES]  . • Y ou cannot delete [SETUP], [FINALIZE] and [P-MENU SET UP]. [...]

71 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Arranging the order of setup items displayed on Personal Menu 1 T ouch  [P-MENU SET UP]  [SORT]. If the desired setup item is not displayed tou ch / . 2 T ouch the setup item y ou want to move. 3 T ouch / to move the setup item to the desired plac[...]

72 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Editing the original data This function is available only for DVD-RWs (VR mode). “Original data” refers to the recorded movies and still images data on the disc. Using D VD-R Ws recorded in VR mode, you can edit the original images on your camcorder[...]

73 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) 5 T ouch the scene to be divided. The playback of the selected movie starts. 6 T ouch at the point at which you want to divide the mo vie into scenes. The movie pauses. When you touch , the operational buttons belo w appears. Returns to the beginning of[...]

74 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) The selected scene is marked with . Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. T ouch to return to the previous screen. • Y ou can select several mo vies and still images at the same time. 6 T ouch  [YES]. • When you add st[...]

75 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) 3 T ouch the (Playlist) tab  [EDIT]. 4 T ouch [ERASE]. 5 Select the scene to be deleted from the list. The selected scene is marked with . Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. T ouch to return to the previous screen. • [...]

76 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) • The original scenes are not changed even though you divide scenes within the Playlist. Converting all the still images on a disc to a movie file (Photomovie) Photomovie con verts still images on a disc (JPEG format) to a movie (MPEG format) to play[...]

77 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Playing the Playlist This function is available only for DVD-RWs (VR mode). 1 Slide the PO WER switch do wn repeatedly to light up (Play/ Edit) lamp. 2 Insert the disc on which the Playlist is added into y our camcorder . 3 Select the (Playlist) tab. A [...]

78 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) • Connect the A/V connecting cable to the output jack of a device you are dubbing a picture from, or to the input jack of another device for dubbing a picture from your camcorder . • When you are connecting your camcorder to a monaural device, conne[...]

79 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Dubbing to VCR/DVD devices Y ou can copy pictures played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD recorders. After dubbing them to an HDD (hard disc driv e) video recorder , you can enjoy images stored on the hard disk of t[...]

80 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Recording images from a TV or VCR/DVD device (Except for DCR-DVD92E/DVD202E/DVD602E) Y ou can record pictures or TV programs from a VCR or TV onto a disc using your camcorder . • Y ou camcorder can only record from a P AL source. For example, French v[...]

81 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Jacks to connect external devices Pull up the shoe cover . DCR-D VD403E/D VD803E: Except for DCR-D VD403E/D VD803E: Extend the view finder , then remove the shoe co ver .  Active Interface Shoe The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional ac[...]

82 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Before referring to the "First Step Guide" on your computer When you install the Picture Package software on a W indows computer from the supplied CD-R OM, you can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your computer . [...]

83 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Memory: 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended) Hard disk: A vailable memory required for installation: 250 MB or more (2GB or more when using Picture Package Duplicator .)/ A vailable free hard disk space recommended: 6 GB or more (depending on the[...]

84 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Installing software (continued) 4 Click [Install]. Depending on the operating system on the computer , a message appears notifying you that “First Step Guide”, cannot be installed automatically with the InstallShield W izard. In such a case, manuall[...]

85 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) 11 Click [Next], then follow the on-screen instructions to install “ImageMixer Easy Step D VD. ” 12 If the [Installing Microsoft (R) DirectX(R)] screen is displayed, follo w the steps below to install DirectX 9.0c. If not, skip to step 13 .  Read[...]

86 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Viewing “First Step Guide” Displaying “First Step Guide” T o view “First Step Guide” on your computer , Microsoft Internet Explorer V er .6.0 or later is recommended. Double-click the icon on the desktop. Y ou can also start by selecting [St[...]

87 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) If you run into any problems using your camcorder , use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, remove the po wer source and contact your Sony dealer . Overall operations/Easy Handycam The camcorder does not operate e v[...]

88 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Batteries/Power sources The power does not turn on. • The battery pack is not attached to the camcorder . Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p.17). • The battery pack is dischar ged or running low . Charge the battery pack (p.17). • T[...]

89 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) A problem occur s when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor . • T urn off the po wer, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket. Then, connect it again. LCD screen/viewfinder An unknown picture appears on the screen. • The camcorde[...]

90 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Disc The disc cannot be removed. • Make sure the power source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connected correctly (p.17). • Remove the battery pack from the camcorder , then attach it again (p.17). • Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder [...]

91 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) The external flash (optional) does not w ork. • The po wer of the flash is not turned on, or the flash is not attached correctly . The actual recording time f or movie is less than the e xpected appro ximate recording time. • When you record an o[...]

92 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) A vertical band appears when recording a bright subject. • This phenomenon is called the smear ef fect. This is not a malfunction. Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the screen. • The spots appear when you are recording in [SUPER NS][...]

93 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Playing back a disc on your camcorder Y ou cannot play back a disc. • Slide the POWER switch down repeatedly to light up (Play/Edit). • Check out the disc compatibility (p.13). • Insert a disc with the recording side facing your camcorder (p.24). [...]

94 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Playbac k freezes for an instant between the scenes. • The image may freeze for an instant between scenes depending on the DVD device being used. Playbac k does not move to the pre vious scene when you press  . • If playback crosses 2 titles made[...]

95 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Y ou cannot use [SPOT FOCUS]. • Y ou cannot use [SPO T FOCUS] together with [PR OGRAM AE]. Y ou cannot use [SUPER NS] or [SUPER NSPLUS]. • The NIGHTSHO T or NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch is not set to ON. • Y ou cannot use [SUPER NS] or [SUPER NSPLUS] tog[...]

96 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Y ou cannot use [PICT .EFFECT]. • Y ou cannot use [PICT .EFFECT] together with [OLD MO VIE]. Y ou cannot view [SUR MONIT OR]. • Y ou cannot view the [SUR MONIT OR] either you are not recording in 5.1ch surround recording, or together with [F ADER]. [...]

97 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) No sound is heard when pla ying back a disc. • The audio will not be output when you connect a device via the S video plug only . Connect the white and red plugs of the A/V connecting cable, too (p.78). Y ou cannot dub correctly using the A/V connecti[...]

98 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Connecting to a computer (Except for DCR-DVD92E/DVD202E/DVD602E) The computer does not recognize your camcor der . • Install the Picture Package software (p.82). • Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, then connect it again firmly .[...]

99 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) For Windows 2000 1 Click [Start], [Settings], then [Control Panel]. 2 Click [System]. The [System Properties] window appears. 3 Click [Hardware] tab. 4 Click [Device Manager]. The [Device Manager] windo w appears. 5 Make sure that [SONY DDX-C1000 USB De[...]

100 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) [Cannot start Easy Handycam with USB connected] or [Cannot cancel Easy Handycam with USB connected] appears on the screen of y our camcorder . • Y ou cannot start or cancel the Easy Handycam operation while the USB cable is connected. Disconnect the [...]

101 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) W arning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder , check the following. Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists ev en after you hav e tried a[...]

102 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1)  (Battery level warning) Slow flashing • The battery pack is nearly used up. • Depending on the operating, en vironment, or battery conditions,  may flash, ev en if there are approximately 20 minutes remaining.  (Moisture condensation wa[...]

103 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Scene number full • Delete unnecessary scenes (p.72).  Disc full Cannot record • Delete unnecessary scenes (p.72). Movie recor ding disabled • Movies cannot be recorded due to some limitations of the disc. Howe ver, you might be able to record[...]

104 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) In valid during Easy Hand ycam operation (p .27) No recording in Easy Hand ycam operation (p .27) • The DVD+R W has been finalized. Make a disc to be able to record additional scenes (p.50).  Other  Please connect A C adaptor • Y ou are tryi[...]

105 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Using your camcorder abroad Power supply Y ou can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the A C Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the A C 100 V to 240 V , 50/60 Hz range. On TV color systems Y our camcorder is a P AL system-based [...]

106 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Simple setting of the clock by time difference Y ou can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Set [AREA SET] and [SUMMER TIME] in the TIME/LANGU. (p.23). World time difference Area code Ti[...]

107 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) About the “InfoLITHIUM” batter y pack This unit is compatible with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series). Y our camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” P series battery packs hav e the mark. What is [...]

108 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) How to store the battery pack • If the battery pack is not used for a long time, fully charge the battery pack and dischar ge it on your camcorder once a year to maintain the proper function. T o store the battery pack, remove it from your camcorder [...]

109 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) • Keep metal contacts clean. • Keep the Remote Commander and b utton-type battery out of children's reach. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately . • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked, – consult [...]

110 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Maintenance and precautions (continued) • Y ou use your camcorder after a squall or a shower . • Y ou use your camcorder in a hot and humid place.  How to prevent moisture condensation When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm [...]

111 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) T o charge the pre-installed rechargeable battery Y our camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other settings ev en when the PO WER switch is set to OFF (CHG). The pre-installed rechargeable battery is always c[...]

112 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. Caution Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equiv alent type recommended by the manufacturer . Discard use[...]

113 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Attaching the Shoulder Strap Using the Strap Belt as a wrist strap Y ou can attach the Shoulder Strap to the hook for the Shoulder Strap. This is useful for carrying your camcorder . 1 Open the hook and loop fastener of the hand pad (  )and remove i[...]

114 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) System V ideo MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) compression format Audio compression DCR-DVD92E/D VD602E format Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator DCR-D VD202E/DVD203E/ D VD403E/DVD653E/ D VD703E/DVD803E Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Crea[...]

115 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) When con verted to a 35 mm still camera For movies: 42.8 - 495mm (1 11/16 - 19 1/2 in.) (16:9 mode) *2 45 - 450mm (1 13/16 - 17 3/4 in.) (4:3 mode) For still images: 37 - 370mm (1 1/2 - 14 5/8 in.) Color temperature [AUT O], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (3 200[...]

116 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Operating 0°C to + 40°C (32°F to 104°F) temperature Storage -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to temperature + 140°F) Dimensions DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/ (Approx.) DVD203E/D VD602E/ D VD653E/DVD703E: 57 × 87 × 131mm (2 1/4 × 3 1/2 × 5 1/4 in.) (w×h×d) D[...]

117 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) Index Numeric 4ch surround recording ........ 66 5.1ch surround recording ..... 34 A A/V connecting cable ..... 42, 78 A/V jack ......................... 42, 78 Activ e Interface Shoe ........... 81 A C Adaptor .......................... 17 Additional [...]

118 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) N NightShot/NightShot plus .... 35 NIGHT SHO T , NIGHTSHO T PLUS ............ 35 NORMAL ............................ 61 NS LIGHT (NightShot Light) ................. 59 Number of still images recordable on a disc ............. 62 O OLD MO VIE ..........[...]

119 DCR-D VD92E/D VD202E/D VD203E/D VD403E/D VD602E/D VD653E/D VD703E/ D VD803E 2-587-623- 11 (1) On trademarks • Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator and Dolby Digital Stereo Creator are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • D VD-R, DVD-R W , and DVD+R W logo are trademarks. • “Inf[...]