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Getting Started Step 4 Inserting a cassette (1) Install the power source (p. 11). (2) While pressing the small blue button on the EJECT switch, slide it in the direction of the arrow. After the cassette lid is opened, the cassette compartment automatically opens. (3) Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to insert it. Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out and the write-protect tab facing upward. (4) Close the cassett
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MEMORY CAMERA VCR OFF (CHG) MEMORY VCR CAMERA OFF (CHG) POWER — Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Open the shutter of the hood with a lens cap. For more information about attaching the hood with a lens cap, see page 165. (2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 2” to “Step 4” (p.11 to 17) for more information. (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Your camcorder is set to the standby
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Recording – Basics Recording a picture Note on the recording format Your camcorder records and plays back both in the DVCAM format and in the DV format SP mode. Select the format in the menu settings. Note on the LOCK switch When you slide the LOCK switch to the left, the POWER switch can no longer be set to MEMORY accidentally. The LOCK switch is set to the right as a default setting. We recommend that you set the LOCK switch to the left when you record on a cassette. Note on the progressive re
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Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Digital camcorder. With your Digital camcorder, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Digital camcorder 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. For the customers in the U.S.A. WARNING If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800
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Table of contents Quick Start Guide ............................................... 5 Editing Dubbing a tape .................................................. 73 Getting Started Dubbing only desired scenes Using this manual ............................................... 7 – Digital program editing ............................. 75 Checking supplied accessories ......................... 9 Using with an analog video unit and a PC Step 1 Installing the microphone ................... 10 – Signal c
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Getting Started — Getting Started — Using this manual As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep or a melody sound to indicate that the operation is being carried out. Note on cassette memory Your camcorder is based on the DVCAM/DV format. We recommend that you use a tape with cassette memory . The functions which require different operations depend
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Getting Started Step 2 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Install the battery pack to use your camcorder outdoors. (1) Lift up the viewfinder. (2) Insert the battery pack in the direction of the V mark on the battery pack. Slide the battery pack until it clicks. 2 1 To remove the battery pack Lift up the viewfinder. Slide the battery pack out in the direction of the arrow while pressing BATT RELEASE down. BATT RELEASE 11
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Getting Started Step 2 Preparing the power supply Notes •Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the DC plug of the AC Adaptor. This may cause a short-circuit, damaging the AC Adaptor. •Keep the battery pack dry. •When the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, charge the battery pack once fully, and then use it until it fully discharges again. Keep the battery pack in a cool place. Until your camcorder calculates the actual remaining battery time “- -
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Step 2 Preparing the power supply Playing time Battery pack Playing time Playing time on LCD screen with LCD closed NP-F550 150 (135) 180 (160) NP-F570 (supplied) 230 (205) 265 (235) NP-F730 265 (240) 295 (265) NP-F750 315 (275) 365 (325) NP-F770 470 (420) 540 (485) NP-F960 575 (515) 660 (590) NP-F970 705 (630) 810 (725) Approximate minutes of playing time when you use a fully charged battery Numbers in parentheses “( )” indicate the time using a normally charged battery. You cannot use the NP
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Getting Started Step 2 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC Adaptor. (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing toward the LCD panel side. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. 1 2,3 Precaution The set is not disconnected from the AC power
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Step 3 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. “CLOCK SET” will be displayed each time that you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY unless you set the date and time settings. If you do not use your camcorder for about four months, the date and time may be cleared from memory (bars may appear) because the built-in rechargeable battery installed in your camcorder will have been discharged (p.158). First, set the year, then the month, th
