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DSR-PD170
3-087-447-14 (1)
Digital
Camcorder
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. DSR-PD170 Model No. AC-
Serial No. Serial No.
DSR-PD170
©2003 Sony Corporation
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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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Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide This guide introduces you to the basic way of recording/playback. See the pages in parentheses “( )” for more information. Installing the microphone (p. 10) Install the supplied microphone with the model name (ECM-NV1) facing upward. Be sure to connect the microphone plug to the INPUT1 connector. to INPUT1 Connecting the power cord (p. 15) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 11). Connect the plug with its v mark facing toward the LCD p
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MEMORY VCR CAMERA OFF (CHG) MEMORY VCR CAMERA OFF (CHG) MEMORY VCR CAMERA OFF (CHG) Quick Start Guide Recording a picture (p. 18) Viewfinder 1 Open the shutter of the When the LCD panel is closed, use the hood with a lens cap. viewfinder placing your eye against its eyecup. For more information about attaching the hood with a lens cap, see page 165. 4 Press START/ 2 Set the POWER switch to STOP. Your CAMERA while pressing camcorder starts the small green button. recording. To stop POWER recordin
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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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Using this manual Note on TV color systems TV color systems differ by country or region. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Copyright precautions Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws. Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technolo
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Getting Started Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 12 3 4 57 6 0 89 qa 1 Wireless Remote Commander (1) 6 Shoulder strap (1) (p. 166) (p. 170) 7 Hood with a lens cap (1) (p. 165) 2 AC-L15A/L15B AC Adaptor (1), Power 8 LSF-S58 lens hood (1) (p. 168) cord (1) (p. 12) 9 Hood cap (1) (p. 169) 3 NP-F570 rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 11, 12) 0 VCL-HG0758 wide conversion lens (1) (p.168), Carrying pouch (1) 4 Size AA (R6) battery
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Step 1 Installing the microphone Install the supplied microphone. Be sure to connect the microphone plug to the INPUT1 connector. (1) Attach the wind screen to the microphone. (2) Loosen the microphone holder screw and open the cover. (3) Place the microphone into the holder with the model name (ECM-NV1) facing upward, close the cover, and tighten the screw. (4) Connect the plug of the microphone to the INPUT 1 connector. (5) Set the INPUT LEVEL selector to MIC or MIC ATT. When set to MIC ATT,
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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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MEMORY VCR CAMERA OFF (CHG) Step 2 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack Use the battery pack after charging it. Your camcorder operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series). (1) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack 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. (4) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Cha
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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
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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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Recording a picture Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees and it rotates about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side. If you turn the LCD panel over so that it faces the other way in standby or recording mode, the indicator appears on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder (Mirror mode). 180 180 180° ° 90° OPEN To close the LCD panel, set it vertically and swing it into the camcorder body until it clicks. Note When the LCD panel is op
