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3-075-459-12 (1)
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain
it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DCR-IP Model No. AC-
Serial No. Serial No.
DCR-IP45/IP55
©2002 Sony Corporation
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Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come. WARNING For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH moisture.
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Note: For customers in the U.S.A. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital If you have any questions about this product, device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222- These limits are designed to provide SONY (7669) reasonable protection against harmful The number below is for the FCC related interference in a residential installation. This matters only. equipment generates, uses, and can ra
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Main Features Main Features •Recording moving pictures on tapes (p. 29) Recording moving pictures •Playing back tapes (p. 42) or still images, and playing •Recording still images on the them back “Memory Stick”s (p. 49, 114) •Recording moving pictures on the “Memory Stick”s (p. 129) •Viewing still images recorded on the “Memory Stick”s (p. 135) •Viewing moving pictures on the “Memory Stick”s (p. 138) •Viewing moving pictures recorded on tapes using the i.LINK cable (p. 152) (The i.LINK of this
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Main Features Main Features Accessing the Internet via a Bluetooth equipped device (optional) (DCR-IP55 only) Accessing the Internet, sending/ receiving your e-mail. For details, refer to the Network Function Operating Instructions supplied with your camcorder. (DCR-IP55 only) (p. 172) Other uses Functions to adjust exposure in the recording mode •BACK LIGHT (p. 37) •NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter (p. 38) •Recording with the flash (p. 51, 118) •PROGRAM AE (p. 65) •White balance (p
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Table of contents Main Features ............................... 4 Advanced Recording Operations Introduction Recording still images in CAMERA mode ... 49 Adjusting the white balance manually ... 54 – Basic operations ............................. 8 Using the wide mode ................................ 56 Using the fader function ........................... 58 Quick Start Guide Using special effects – Picture effect ....... 61 – Recording on a tape................................ 10 Using special
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Table of contents Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” Operations “Memory Stick” on your computer Using a “Memory Stick” – For Macintosh users ...................... 171 – Introduction ................................... 103 Recording still images on a Using the Network function “Memory Stick” (DCR-IP55 only) – Memory photo recording ............. 114 Accessing the network ............................ 172 Recording an image from a tape as a still image ...................................
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Introduction – Basic operations This section describes the basic operations to operate the camcorder. How to turn on the power and select the mode To supply power for the camcorder, see “Step 1 Preparing the power supply” on page 17. 1,2 CAMERA MEMORY/ NET- (CHG) WORK OFF VCR ON MODE POWER (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.
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Introduction – Basic operations Getting started Introduction – Basic operations Grip position The grip on this camcorder can be moved to three positions. Turn the grip to the appropriate position depending on your purpose. Storing position Recording position Cassette inserting/ ejecting position Storing position Turn the grip to this position when you store your camcorder. Recording position Turn the grip until it comes to a steady position or where it is easy to grip in order to perform operati
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Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record pictures on tepes of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Turn the grip to the recording position, and hold your camcorder through the wrist strap to prevent the camera from dropping as illustrated. Connecting the power cord (p. 20) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 17). Open the DC IN jack cover. AC power adaptor Conne
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Quick Start Guide Recording a picture (p. 29) Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, 1 Remove the lens cap. use the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 33). 2 Turn the grip to the recording position, and 3 Set the POWER switch hold your camcorder to CAMERA. The through the wrist strap. CAMERA lamp lights up. CAMERA MEMORY/ 5 Press START/ NET- (CHG) WORK OFF VCR STOP. Your ON camcorder starts MODE recording. To POWER stop recording, START/STOP press START/ STOP again.
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Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick” This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a “Memory Stick” of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Turn the grip to the recording position, and hold your camcorder through the wrist strap to prevent the camera from dropping as illustrated. Connecting the power cord (p. 20) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 17). Open the DC IN jack cover. AC power
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Quick Start Guide Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” (p. 114) Viewfinder 1 Remove the lens cap. When the LCD panel is closed, use the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to 2 Turn the grip to the your eyesight (p. 33). recording position, and hold your camcorder 3 Set the POWER switch through the wrist strap. to MEMORY/ NETWORK (DCR-IP55 only). The MEMORY/ 5 Press PHOTO NETWORK lamp lights lightly. up. When the green z mark stops flashing, then lights up, you 4 Slide OPEN in the dire
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— Getting started — Using this manual The instructions in this manual are for the two models listed in the table below. Before you start reading this manual and operating your camcorder, check the model number by looking at the bottom of your camcorder. The DCR-IP55 is the model used for illustration purposes. Otherwise, the model name is indicated in the illustrations. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “DCR-IP55 only”. As you read through this manual,
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Getting started Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder •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 you
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Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa qs qd 1 AC-L20A AC power adaptor (1), the 8 USB cable (1) (p. 155) power cord (1) (p. 18) 9 CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (1) (p. 2 NP-FF50 battery pack (1) (p. 17, 18) 153) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 47, 85) q; CD-ROM (MovieShaker Ver.3.1 for MICROMV) (1) (p. 152) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 212) qa Battery terminal cover (1) (p. 17) 5 Size AA (R6) batteries
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Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack (1) Lift BATT (battery) RELEASE in the direction of the arrow to release the battery terminal cover. (2) Insert the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 1 2 To remove the battery pack The battery pack is removed in the same way as the battery terminal cover. Battery terminal cover To protect the battery terminals, install the battery terminal cover after the battery pack is removed. Installing th
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack before using your camcorder. Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (F series). See page 196 for details of the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing up. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (4) Set th
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Getting started Step 1 Preparing the power supply While charging the battery pack, the battery 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 NP-FF50 (supplied) 120 NP-FF7
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Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Approximate recording time and continuous playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. If the power goes off although the battery remaining indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate Charge the battery pack fully again so that the indication on the battery remaining indicator is correct. Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery pack in a
