Sony DCR HC85 User Manual
3-090-178-11(1)  
Camera  
Operations Guide  
Read this first  
Digital Video Camera Recorder  
DCR-HC65/HC85  
© 2004 Sony Corporation  
For customers in the U.S.A. and  
CANADA  
Read this first  
Before operating the unit, please read this  
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future  
reference.  
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES  
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.  
You can help preserve our  
environment by returning your used  
rechargeable batteries to the  
collection and recycling location  
nearest you.  
For more information regarding recycling of  
rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822- 8837,  
or visit http://www.rbrc.org/  
WARNING  
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not  
expose the unit to rain or moisture.  
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-  
Ion batteries.  
“ Memory Stick” and battery pack  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,  
and (2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
This symbol is intended to alert the  
user to the presence of uninsulated  
“dangerous voltage” within the  
product’s enclosure that may be of  
sufficient magnitude to constitute a  
risk of electric shock to persons.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian  
ICES-003.  
This symbol is intended to alert the  
user to the presence of important  
operating and maintenance  
(servicing) instructions in the  
literature accompanying the  
appliance.  
b Notice  
If static electricity or electromagnetic interference  
causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail),  
restart the application or disconnect and connect the  
USB cable again.  
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b Note:  
• This equipment has been tested and found to comply  
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant  
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
For customers in the U.S.A.  
If you have any questions about this product, you may  
call:  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable  
protection against harmful interference in a  
residential installation. This equipment generates,  
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if  
not installed and used in accordance with the  
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no guarantee  
that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception, which  
can be determined by turning the equipment off and  
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following  
measures:  
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
– Increase the separation between the equipment and  
receiver.  
– Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit  
different from that to which the receiver is  
connected.  
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY  
(7669).  
The number below is for the FCC related matters only.  
Regulatory Information  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: SONY  
Model No.: DCR-HC65  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.  
Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA  
92127 U.S.A.  
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,  
and (2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
– Consult a Sony dealer or an experienced radio/TV  
technician for help.  
The supplied interface cable must be used with  
the equipment in order to comply with the limits  
for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part  
15 of FCC Rules.  
• This product contains mercury. Disposal of this  
product may be regulated if sold in the United States.  
For disposal or recycling information, please contact  
your local authorities or the Electronics Industries  
Alliance (http://www.eiae.org).  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: SONY  
Model No.: DCR-HC85  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.  
Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA  
92127 U.S.A.  
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,  
and (2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
Notes on use  
Note on Cassette Memory  
Owner’s Record  
Your camcorder is based on the DV format. You can  
use only mini DV cassettes in your camcorder. Use of  
mini DV cassettes with Cassette Memory is  
recommended as you can use Title search (p. 60), Date  
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-HC  
search (p. 61), [  
TITLE] (p. 83).  
TITLE] (p. 81), [  
TAPE  
Cassettes with Cassette Memory are marked  
with  
Serial No.  
Model No.AC-  
.
Serial No.  
Note on the type of “Memory Stick” you  
can use in your camcorder  
You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo,” which is  
about half the size of a standard “Memory Stick,” in  
your camcorder (p. 127).  
CAUTION  
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications  
not expressly approved in this manual could void your  
authority to operate this equipment.  
The  
mark is indicated on the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
,continued  
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Notes on recording  
Notes on using the camcorder  
• Before starting to record, test the recording function  
to make sure the picture and sound are recorded  
without any problems.  
• Hold your camcorder correctly.  
• Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot  
be provided, even if recording or playback is not  
possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder,  
storage media, etc.  
• TV color systems differ depending on the countries/  
regions. To view your recordings on a TV, you need  
an NTSC system-based TV.  
• Television programs, films, video tapes, and other  
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized  
recording of such materials may be contrary to the  
copyright laws.  
• To ensure a good grip, fasten the grip belt as shown  
in the following illustration.  
Notes on the LCD panel, viewfinder, and  
lens  
• The LCD screen and the viewfinder 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 appear constantly on the LCD screen and the  
viewfinder.  
• When you are using the touch panel, place your hand  
on the back side of the LCD panel to support it.  
Then, touch the buttons displayed on the screen.  
These points are normal results of the manufacturing  
process and do not affect the recording in any way.  
• Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens  
to direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause  
malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera  
near a window or outdoors.  
• Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause your  
camcorder to malfunction. Take pictures of the sun  
only in low light conditions, such as at dusk.  
Touch the button on the LCD screen.  
• If you install the NP-FP70/FP90 (optional) battery  
pack on your camcorder, extend its viewfinder.  
• Be careful not to press buttons on the LCD frame  
accidentally when you open or close the LCD panel,  
or when you adjust the angle of the LCD panel.  
• Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts.  
Note on connecting other device  
Before connecting your camcorder to other device  
such as a VCR or a computer with a USB or i.LINK  
cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in the proper  
direction. If you insert the connector plug forcibly in  
the wrong direction, the terminal may be damaged, or  
this may cause a malfunction of your camcorder.  
Notes on using this manual  
• The images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder  
used on this manual are captured using a digital still  
camera, and thus may appear different from what  
you see.  
Viewfinder  
LCD panel  
• The illustrations used on this manual are based on  
the model DCR-HC85.  
• The on-screen displays in each local language are  
used in illustrating the operating procedures. Change  
the screen language before using your camcorder if  
necessary (p. 22).  
Battery pack  
Flash (DCR-HC85)  
4
     
: Features available for tape only.  
: Features available for “Memory Stick Duo”  
only.  
Table of Contents  
Read this first ............................................................................................. 2  
Quick Start Guide  
Recording movies ...................................................................................... 8  
Recording still images.............................................................................. 10  
Recording/Playing back with ease ........................................................... 12  
Getting started  
Step 1: Checking supplied items.............................................................. 13  
Step 2: Charging the battery pack............................................................ 14  
Using an outside power source ................................................................................. 17  
Step 3: Turning the power on................................................................... 17  
Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder...................................... 18  
Adjusting the LCD panel ........................................................................................... 18  
Adjusting the viewfinder ............................................................................................ 18  
Step 5: Setting the date and time............................................................. 19  
Step 6: Inserting the recording media ...................................................... 20  
Inserting a cassette tape ........................................................................................... 20  
Inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” ................................................................................ 21  
Step 7: Setting the screen language........................................................ 22  
Recording  
Recording movies .................................................................................... 24  
Recording for a longer time ....................................................................................... 26  
Using zoom ............................................................................................................... 27  
Recording in mirror mode ......................................................................................... 27  
Using the self-timer ................................................................................................... 28  
Recording movies fit for breaking into still images  
– Progressive recording mode (DCR-HC85) ...................................................... 28  
Recording still images  
– Memory photo recording............................. 29  
Selecting image quality or size ................................................................................. 31  
Using the flash (DCR-HC85) ..................................................................................... 31  
Using the self-timer ................................................................................................... 33  
Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick Duo” while recording movies on a tape 33  
Recording with ease – Easy Handycam ................................................. 34  
Recording a movie  
............................................................................................. 34  
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5
Recording a still image  
.......................................................................................35  
Making full use of Easy Handycam operation ...........................................................36  
Adjusting the exposure............................................................................. 37  
Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects ...............................................................37  
Fixing the exposure for the selected subject – Flexible spot meter ...........................37  
Adjusting the exposure manually ...............................................................................38  
Recording in dark places – NightShot plus, etc. ...................................... 39  
Adjusting the focus................................................................................... 40  
Adjusting the focus for an off-center subject – SPOT FOCUS ..................................40  
Adjusting the focus manually .....................................................................................41  
Recording a picture using various effects ................................................ 42  
Fading in and out of a scene  
Using special effects – Digital effect ..................................................................43  
Overlaying still images on movies on a tape – MEMORY MIX ..................................45  
– FADER ..............................................................42  
Searching for the starting point  
.......................................................... 47  
Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording – END SEARCH .............47  
Searching manually – EDIT SEARCH .......................................................................47  
Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes – Rec review ....................................48  
Playback  
Viewing movies recorded on a tape  
................................................... 49  
Playing back in various modes ..................................................................................50  
Viewing recordings with added effects – Digital effect ..............................................51  
Viewing recordings on a “Memory Stick Duo”  
.................................... 52  
Playing back in various modes from a “Memory Stick Duo” ......................................53  
Playing back with ease – Easy Handycam .............................................. 54  
Making full use of Easy Handycam operation ...........................................................55  
Various playback functions ...................................................................... 56  
Magnifying pictures – Tape playback zoom/Memory playback zoom .......................56  
Displaying the screen indicators ................................................................................57  
Displaying the date/time and camera settings data – Data code ..............................57  
Playing the picture on a TV...................................................................... 59  
Locating a scene on a tape for playback  
........................................... 60  
Searching quickly for a desired scene – Zero set memory ........................................60  
Searching for a scene using Cassette Memory – Title search ..................................60  
Searching for a scene by date of recording – Date search .......................................61  
6
Marking recorded images with specific  
information  
Advanced operations  
– Image protection/Print mark ....108  
Using the Menu  
Selecting menu items .........................62  
Printing recorded images (PictBridge  
compliant printer)  
.................110  
Using the  
(CAMERA SET) menu  
– PROGRAM AE/WHITE BAL./16:9  
WIDE, etc. ....................................64  
Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting ...............................113  
Using the  
(MEMORY SET) menu  
– BURST/QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE/  
ALL ERASE/NEW FOLDER, etc.  
......................................................70  
Warning indicators and messages ...121  
Additional Information  
Using your camcorder abroad ..........125  
Usable cassette tapes ......................126  
About the “Memory Stick” .................127  
Using the  
(PICT.APPLI.) menu  
– PICT.EFFECT/SLIDE SHOW/  
FRAME REC/INT.REC-STL, etc.  
......................................................74  
Using the  
(EDIT/PLAY) menu  
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
....................................................130  
– TITLE/TAPE TITLE, etc. ...........80  
Using the  
(STANDARD SET) menu  
About i.LINK .....................................131  
Maintenance and precautions ..........132  
Specification .....................................135  
– REC MODE/MULTI-SOUND/  
AUDIO MIX/USB-CAMERA, etc. ..84  
Using the  
(TIME/LANGU.) menu  
– CLOCK SET/WORLD TIME, etc.  
......................................................89  
Quick Reference  
Identifying parts and controls ...........138  
Customizing Personal Menu ..............90  
Index ................................................146  
Dubbing/Editing  
Connecting to a VCR or TV ...............93  
Dubbing to another tape  
............94  
Recording pictures from a VCR or TV  
......................................................95  
Dubbing pictures from a tape to a  
“Memory Stick Duo” .....................96  
Dubbing still images from a “Memory  
Stick Duo” to a tape ......................97  
Dubbing selected scenes from a tape  
– Digital program editing ..............98  
Refer also to other operating instructions  
supplied with your camcorder:  
Dubbing sound to a recorded tape  
....................................................105  
• Editing images with your computer  
cComputer Applications Guide  
Deleting recorded pictures  
........107  
7
Quick Start Guide  
Recording movies  
1
Attach the charged battery pack to the camcorder.  
To charge the battery, see page 14.  
a Lift up the viewfinder.  
b Slide the battery pack in the direction  
of the arrow until it clicks.  
2
Insert a cassette into the camcorder.  
a Slide the  
OPEN/ b Insert the cassette with c Press  
.
Close the cassette lid after  
the cassette compartment  
slides back in by itself.  
EJECT lever in the  
direction of the arrow  
to open the lid.  
The cassette compartment  
comes out automatically.  
its window-side facing  
up, then push the center  
of the back of the  
cassette.  
Window-side  
OPEN/EJECT lever  
Quick Start Guide  
8
   
3
Start recording while checking the subject on the LCD screen.  
The date and time is not set up in the default setting. To set the date and time, see page 19.  
a Remove the lens cap.  
b Press OPEN and  
open the LCD panel.  
c While pressing the  
green button, slide  
the POWER switch  
down to light up the  
CAMERA-TAPE lamp.  
The power turns on.  
d Press REC START/  
STOP.  
Recording starts. To  
change to standby mode,  
press REC START/STOP  
again.  
You can also use REC  
START/STOP of the LCD  
panel.  
4
View the recorded picture on the LCD screen.  
a Slide the POWER  
switch repeatedly  
until the PLAY/EDIT  
lamp lights up.  
b Touch  
(rewind).  
(play) to  
c Touch  
start the playback.  
To stop, press  
.
To turn off the power, slide the  
POWER switch up to OFF  
(CHG).  
Quick Start Guide  
9
Recording still images  
1
Attach the charged battery pack to the camcorder.  
To charge the battery, see page 14.  
a Lift up the viewfinder.  
b Slide the battery pack in the direction  
of the arrow until it clicks.  
2
Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into the camcorder.  
Insert it so that the b mark  
is at the bottom left  
corner. Push in until it  
clicks.  
b mark  
Quick Start Guide  
10  
 
3
Start recording while checking the subject on the LCD screen.  
The date and time is not set up in the default setting. To set the date and time, see page 19.  
a Remove the lens cap.  
b Press OPEN and  
open the LCD panel.  
c While pressing the  
green button, slide  
the POWER switch  
repeatedly until the  
CAMERA-MEMORY  
lamp lights up.  
The power turns on.  
d Press PHOTO lightly.  
A short beep sound is heard  
when the focus is adjusted.  
e Press PHOTO fully.  
A shutter sound is heard  
and the still image is  
recorded.  
4
View the recorded picture on the LCD screen.  
a Slide the POWER  
switch repeatedly  
until the PLAY/EDIT  
lamp lights up.  
b Touch  
.
The most recently recorded  
image is displayed.  
c Touch  
(next) or  
(previous) to  
view images in  
sequence.  
To turn off the power, slide the  
POWER switch up to OFF  
(CHG).  
Quick Start Guide  
11  
Recording/Playing back with ease  
By switching to Easy Handycam operation, recording/playback operation  
becomes even easier.  
Easy Handycam operation allows easy recording/playback for even first  
time users by providing only the basic functions for recording/playback.  
Press EASY when recording/  
playing back.  
EASY lights up in blue (1) and  
screen font size increases (2) during  
Easy Handycam operation.  
Easy Handycam  
operation  
ON  
For details, see instructions for each operation.  
See page 34 for recording, page 54 for playback.  
Quick Start Guide  
12  
 
Lens hood (1)  
(DCR-HC85)  
Getting started  
Use the lens hood to record under strong light, such as  
under the sun. Note when you use a filter (optional),  
the shadow of the lens hood may appear on the screen.  
Also, if you force the lens hood on, you may not be  
able to remove it again.  
Step 1: Checking  
supplied items  
Make sure you have following items supplied  
with your camcorder.  
The number in parentheses indicates the number  
of that item supplied.  
“Memory Stick Duo” 8MB (1)  
Shoulder strap (1)  
See page 141 on how to attach the shoulder strap.  
You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo,” which is  
about half the size of a standard “Memory Stick,” in  
your camcorder. See page 127 for details.  
Wireless Remote Commander (1)  
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.  
Memory Stick Duo adaptor (1)  
If you attach a Memory Stick Duo adaptor to a  
“Memory Stick Duo,” you can use a “Memory Stick  
Duo” with any of the devices compatible with a  
standard “Memory Stick.”  
A/V connecting cable (1)  
AC Adaptor (1)  
USB cable (1)  
Power cord (1)  
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP50 (1)  
CD-ROM “SPVD-012 USB Driver” (1)  
Cleaning cloth (1)  
Lens cap (1)  
Attached to the camcorder.  
Shoe cover (1)  
Attached to the camcorder.  
Camera Operations Guide (This manual)  
(1)  
Computer Applications Guide (1)  
Getting started  
13  
       
2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in  
the direction of the arrow until it  
clicks.  
Step 2: Charging the  
battery pack  
You can charge the battery by attaching the  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series) to  
your camcorder.  
b Note  
• You cannot use batteries other than the  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series) (p. 130).  
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor  
or battery terminals with any metallic objects. This  
may cause a malfunction.  
• Use a nearby wall outlet when using the AC  
Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall  
outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs.  
3 With the b mark on the DC plug facing  
the LCD panel side, connect the AC  
Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your  
camcorder.  
Battery pack  
DC plug  
DC IN jack  
b mark  
Power cord  
AC Adaptor  
To the wall outlet  
4 Connect the power cord to the AC  
Adaptor.  
1 Lift up the viewfinder.  
5 Connect the power cord to the wall  
outlet.  
Getting started  
14  
       
To check theremainingbattery – Battery  
Info  
6 Slide the POWER switch up to OFF  
(CHG).  
DISPLAY/BATT INFO  
The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and  
charging starts.  
POWER switch  
You can check the battery’s current charge level  
and its current remaining recording time both  
during charging or when the power is turned off.  
CHG (charge)  
lamp  
1
2
3
Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).  
Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.  
After charging the battery  
Press DISPLAY/BATT INFO.  
The battery information appears for about 7  
seconds.  
Keep the button pressed to view it for about  
20 seconds.  
The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the  
battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC  
Adaptor from the DC IN jack.  
To remove the battery pack  
POWER  
switch  
PUSH  
BATTERY INFO  
BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL  
0%  
50%  
100%  
REC TIME AVAILABLE  
LCD SCREEN:  
VIEWFINDER:  
54 min  
72 min  
A Battery charge level: Displays  
approximate remaining amount of  
power left in the battery pack.  
Battery pack  
1
2
3
Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).  
Lift up the viewfinder.  
B Approximate possible recording time  
using the LCD panel.  
Slide the battery pack out in the direction  
of the arrow while pressing the PUSH  
button.  
C Approximate possible recording time  
using the viewfinder.  
b Note  
• If you do not use the battery pack for a long time, use  
up the battery pack completely before storing it. See  
page 130 about storage of the battery pack.  
Getting started  
15  
   
With LCD BACKLIGHT set to OFF  
Battery pack Continuous Typical*  
Charging time  
Approximate number of minutes required when  
you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack  
at 25°C (77°F). (10 – 30°C (50 – 86°F)  
recommended.)  
recording  
time  
recording  
time  
NP-FP50  
(supplied)  
80  
40  
Battery pack  
NP-FP70  
NP-FP90  
175  
310  
95  
NP-FP50 (supplied)  
NP-FP70  
125  
155  
220  
170  
NP-FP90  
Recording time when recording with the  
viewfinder  
Recording time when recording with the  
Approximate number of minutes available  
when you use a fully charged battery pack at  
25°C (77°F).  
LCD screen on  
Approximate number of minutes available  
when you use a fully charged battery pack at  
25°C (77°F).  
For DCR-HC65:  
For DCR-HC65:  
Battery pack Continuous Typical*  
recording  
time  
recording  
time  
With LCD BACKLIGHT set to ON  
Battery pack Continuous Typical*  
NP-FP50  
(supplied)  
100  
55  
recording  
time  
recording  
time  
NP-FP70  
NP-FP90  
215  
385  
115  
210  
NP-FP50  
(supplied)  
70  
35  
NP-FP70  
NP-FP90  
150  
270  
80  
145  
For DCR-HC85:  
Battery pack Continuous Typical*  
With LCD BACKLIGHT set to OFF  
Battery pack Continuous Typical*  
recording  
time  
recording  
time  
recording  
time  
recording  
time  
NP-FP50  
(supplied)  
80  
40  
NP-FP50  
(supplied)  
100  
55  
NP-FP70  
NP-FP90  
175  
310  
95  
170  
NP-FP70  
NP-FP90  
215  
385  
115  
210  
* Approximate number of minutes when recording  
while you repeatedly record, start/stop, slide the  
POWER switch to change the power mode, and  
zoom. The actual battery life may be shorter.  
For DCR-HC85:  
With LCD BACKLIGHT set to ON  
Playing time  
Battery pack Continuous Typical*  
Approximate number of minutes available  
when you use a fully charged battery pack at  
25°C (77°F).  
recording  
time  
recording  
time  
NP-FP50  
(supplied)  
60  
30  
NP-FP70  
NP-FP90  
125  
230  
65  
125  
Getting started  
16  
   
Battery pack LCD panel  
opened*  
LCD panel  
closed  
Step 3: Turning the  
power on  
NP-FP50  
(supplied)  
80  
120  
NP-FP70  
NP-FP90  
175  
310  
255  
455  
You need to slide the POWER switch  
repeatedly to select the desired power mode  
to record or play.  
When using this camcorder for the first time,  
the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 19).  
* With LCD BACKLIGHT set to ON.  
b Note  
• The power will not be supplied from the battery pack  
when the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack  
of your camcorder, even if its power cord is  
disconnected from the wall outlet.  
• The recording and playback time will be shorter  
when you use your camcorder in low temperature.  
• The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or  
the battery information will not be correctly  
displayed in following conditions.  
While pressing the green button, slide the  
POWER switch down.  
The power turns on.  
To enter the recording or playing mode, slide  
the switch repeatedly until the respective lamp  
for the desired power mode lights up.  
– The battery pack is not attached correctly.  
– The battery pack is damaged.  
– The battery pack is fully discharged. (For Battery  
information only)  
Using an outside power source  
You can use the AC Adaptor as the power  
source when you do not want the battery to  
run out. While you are using the AC Adaptor,  
the battery pack will not lose its charge even  
when it is attached to your camcorder.  
• CAMERA-TAPE mode: To record on a tape.  
• CAMERA-MEMORY mode: To record on a  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
• PLAY/EDIT mode: To play or edit pictures on  
a tape or “Memory Stick Duo.”  
PRECAUTION  
Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power  
(house current) is still supplied to it while  
connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor.  
To turn off the power  
Slide the POWER switch up to OFF (CHG).  
Connect your camcorder as shown in  
“Charging the battery pack” (p. 14).  
Getting started  
17  
       
3
Adjust the item with  
touch  
/
, then  
.
Step 4: Adjusting the  
LCD panel and  
viewfinder  
z Tip  
• If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens  
side, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD  
screen facing out.  
• If you are using the battery pack for power source,  
you can adjust the brightness by selecting [LCD BL  
LEVEL] from the [LCD/VF SET] on the  
(STANDARD SET) menu (p. 85).  
Adjusting the LCD panel  
• When you use your camcorder in bright conditions,  
press LCD BACKLIGHT to switch off the LCD  
screen backlight (  
appears on the screen). This  
setting saves battery power.  
• Even if you adjust the LCD screen backlight, the  
recorded picture will not be affected.  
You can adjust the angle and brightness of  
the LCD panel to meet various recording  
situations.  
Even when there are obstructions between you  
and the subject, you can check the subject on the  
LCD screen during recording by adjusting the  
angle of the LCD panel.  
• You can turn off the operation confirmation beep by  
setting [BEEP] in the  
menu to [OFF] (p. 88).  
(STANDARD SET)  
Adjusting the viewfinder  
Maximum  
180 degrees  
You can view images using the viewfinder  
when you close the LCD panel. Use the  
viewfinder when the battery is running out, or  
when the screen is hard to see.  
Maximum  
90 degrees  
LCD BACKLIGHT  
Press OPEN and open the LCD  
panel.  
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the  
camcorder, then rotate it to the desired  
position.  
Viewfinder lens adjustment lever  
To adjust the brightness of the LCD  
screen  
1 Lift up the viewfinder.  
1
2
Touch  
.
Touch [LCD BRIGHT].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
[MENU],  
2 Adjust the viewfinder lens adjustment  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
(STANDARD SET) menu,  
lever until the picture is clear.  
then touch [LCD/VF SET] (p. 85).  
Getting started  
18  
             
To use the viewfinder during operation  
When you are recording on a tape or a “Memory  
Stick Duo,” you can adjust the exposure (p. 37)  
and fader (p. 42) while checking the image on  
the viewfinder. Have the LCD panel rotated 180  
degrees and closed with the screen facing out.  
Step 5: Setting the  
date and time  
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 every time you turn on your  
camcorder.  
1
Set the power mode to CAMERA-TAPE  
or CAMERA-MEMORY (p. 17).  
2
Close the LCD panel with the screen  
facing out.  
appears on the screen.  
b Note  
3
4
5
Touch  
.
• If you do not use your camcorder for about 3  
months, the built-in rechargeable button-type  
battery gets discharged and the date and time  
settings may be cleared from the memory. In that  
case, charge the rechargeable button-type battery  
(p. 135) and then set the date and time again.  
[Set LCD off?] appears on the screen.  
Touch [YES].  
The LCD screen is turned off.  
Touch the LCD screen while checking  
the display in the viewfinder.  
[EXPOSURE], etc. are displayed.  
OPEN  
6
Touch the button you want to set.  
• [EXPOSURE]: Adjust with  
and touch  
/
.
• [FADER]: Touch it repeatedly to select a  
desired effect (only in the CAMERA-  
TAPE mode).  
•
: The LCD screen lights up.  
To hide the buttons on the LCD screen,  
touch  
POWER switch  
.
z Tip  
• To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder backlight,  
select (STANDARD SET) menu, [LCD/VF  
SET], then [VF B.LIGHT] (when you are using the  
battery pack, p. 85).  
1 Turn on your camcorder (p. 17).  
2 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.  
Proceed to step 7 when you set the clock for  
the first time.  
3 Touch  
.
60min  
–:––:––  
EXPO–  
SURE  
MENU  
SPOT  
FOCUS  
1/3  
FADER  
PRGRAM  
AE  
SPOT  
METER  
,continued  
Getting started  
19  
     
4 Touch [MENU].  
Step 6: Inserting the  
recording media  
60min  
–:––:––  
CAMERA SET  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
EXPOSURE  
Inserting a cassette tape  
OK  
5 Select  
(TIME/LANGU.) with  
, then touch  
/
.
You can use mini DV  
cassettes only.  
For details on these cassettes (such as write-  
protection), see page 126.  
60min  
–:––:––  
DISPL
MENU ROTATE  
A. SHUT OFF  
CLOCK SET  
b Note  
• Do not force the cassette into the compartment. This  
may cause a malfunction of your camcorder.  
––:––:––  
WORLD  
PROGAE  
LANGUAGE  
OK  
1 Slide the  
OPEN/EJECT lever in  
the direction of the arrow and open the  
lid.  
6 Select [CLOCK SET] with  
/
,
then touch  
.
OPEN/EJECT lever  
Lid  
–:––:––  
CLOCK SET  
DATE  
2004Y JANM  
1D 12: 00AM  
OK  
7 Set [Y] (year) with  
/
, then touch  
.
CLOCK SET  
–:––:––  
The cassette compartment automatically  
comes out and opens up.  
DATE  
2004Y JANM  
1D 12: 00AM  
OK  
You can set any year up to the year 2079.  
8 Set [M] (month), [D] (day), hour and  
minute in the same way as was done in  
step 7, then touch  
.
For midnight, set it to 12:00AM.  
For midday, set it to 12:00PM.  
Getting started  
20  
       
Inserting a “ Memory Stick Duo”  
2 Insert a cassette with its window-side  
facing up.  
Window-side  
For details on the “Memory Stick Duo” (such  
as write-protection), see page 127.  
b Note  
• You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo,” which is  
about half the size of a standard “Memory Stick,” in  
your camcorder (p. 127). Do not try to force any  
other type of “Memory Stick” into the “Memory  
Stick Duo” slot.  
Push the center of the back  
of the cassette lightly.  
3 Press  
.
The cassette compartment automatically  
slides back in.  
Access lamp  
b mark  
Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” with the b  
mark at the bottom left corner until it  
clicks.  
4 Close the lid.  
To eject a “Memory Stick Duo”  
Lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo” in once.  
To eject the cassette  
1
Slide the  
OPEN/EJECT lever in the  
direction of the arrow and open the lid.  
The cassette compartment automatically  
comes out.  
Lightly push in  
once.  
2
3
Take out the cassette, then press  
The cassette compartment automatically  
slides back in.  
.
Close the lid.  
,continued  
Getting started  
21  
     
b Note  
• If you force the “Memory Stick Duo” into the  
“Memory Stick Duo” slot in the wrong direction, the  
“Memory Stick Duo” slot may be damaged.  
• Do not insert anything other than a “Memory Stick  
Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot. Doing so  
may cause a malfunction of your camcorder.  
• When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your  
camcorder is reading/writing data from/to the  
“Memory Stick Duo.” Do not shake or knock your  
camcorder, turn the power off, eject the “Memory  
Stick Duo,” or remove the battery pack. Otherwise,  
image data may be damaged.  
Step 7: Setting the  
screen language  
You can select the language to be used on the  
LCD screen.  
OPEN  
POWER switch  
1 Turn on your camcorder.  
2 Press OPEN to open the LCD panel.  
3 Touch  
.
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
EXPO–  
SURE  
MENU  
SPOT  
FOCUS  
1/3  
FADER  
SPOT  
METER  
PRGRAM  
AE  
4 Touch [LANGUAGE].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(TIME/LANGU.) menu (p. 89).  
60min  
LANGUAGE:  
STBY  
ENGLISH  
0:00:00  
ENG  
LISH  
ENG  
[
]
SIMP  
1/2  
FRAN  
ÇAIS  
ESPA  
ÑOL  
5 Select the desired language with  
/
, then touch  
.
Getting started  
22  
   
z Tip  
• Your camcorder offers [ENG [SIMP]] (simplified  
English) for when you cannot find your native  
tongue among the options.  
Getting started  
23  
Recording  
3 Select the recording mode.  
To record on a tape  
Recording movies  
Slide the POWER switch until the  
CAMERA-TAPE lamp lights up, and your  
camcorder is set to the standby mode.  
You can record movies on a tape or a  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
Before recording, follow steps 1 to 7 in  
“Getting started” (p. 13 to p. 22).  
When you are recording on a tape, movies  
will be recorded along with stereo sound.  
When you are recording on a “Memory Stick  
Duo,” the movie will be recorded with  
monaural sound.  
Slide the POWER  
switch while pressing  
the green button.  
To record on a “Memory Stick  
Duo” – MPEG MOVIE EX  
Camera recording lamp  
POWER switch  
Slide the POWER switch repeatedly until  
the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp lights up,  
and the currently selected recording folder  
appears on the screen.  
Slide the POWER  
switch while pressing  
the green button.  
REC START/STOP  
4 Press REC START/STOP.  
Recording starts. [REC] appears on the  
LCD screen and the Camera recording lamp  
lights up.  
z Tip  
• Performing Easy Handycam operation, even firsttime  
users can record easily. For details, see page 34.  
Press REC START/STOP again to stop  
recording.  
1 Remove the lens cap. Pull the lens cap  
string down and attach it to the grip  
belt.  
To check the most recently recorded  
MPEG movie  
– Review  
Touch  
. Playback starts automatically.  
Touch  
again to return to standby.  
To delete the movie, touch  
is finished, then [YES].  
after playback  
To cancel deleting, touch [NO].  
To turn the power off  
Slide the POWER switch up to the OFF (CHG)  
position.  
2 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.  
Recording  
24  
           
Indicators displayed during recording  
Indicators displayed during recording  
on a tape  
on a “ Memory Stick Duo”  
The indicators will not be recorded on the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
Date/time (p. 57) will not be displayed during  
recording.  
The indicators will not be recorded on the tape.  
Date/time and the camera settings data (p. 57)  
will not be displayed during recording.  
60min  
REC  
0:00:00  
60min  
60min  
101  
REC  
0:00:00  
320 2min  
P-MENU  
P-MENU  
A Indicators for Cassette Memory cassettes  
A Recording folder  
B Remaining battery  
The indicated time may not be correct  
depending on the environment of use.  
When you opened or closed the LCD panel,  
it takes about 1 minute to display the correct  
remaining battery time.  
B Remaining battery  
The indicated time may not be correct  
depending on the environment of use.  
When you opened or closed the LCD panel,  
it takes about 1 minute to display the correct  
remaining battery time.  
C Recording mode (SP or LP)  
C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or  
D Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or  
[REC] (recording))  
[REC] (recording))  
D Movie size  
E Time code or tape counter (hour:  
minute: second)  
E Recorded time (hour: minute: second)  
F Recording capacity of the tape (p. 87)  
F Recording capacity of the “Memory  
Stick Duo”  
G Personal Menu button (p. 62)  
G “Memory Stick Duo” recording start  
H END SEARCH/EDIT SEARCH/Rec  
indicator (appears for about 5 seconds)  
review display switch button (p. 47)  
H Personal Menu button (p. 62)  
I Review button (p. 24)  
b Note  
• Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER  
switch up to OFF (CHG).  
• In the default setting, when you do not operate the  
camcorder for more than about 5 minutes, the power  
will automatically turn off to prevent battery loss  
([A.SHUT OFF], p. 88). To restart recording, slide  
the POWER switch down to select CAMERA-  
TAPE or CAMERA-MEMORY, and then press  
REC START/STOP.  
• While recording movies on a “Memory Stick Duo,”  
the only menu items available will be those with  
short cuts on the Personal Menu. In order to use  
other menu items, add them to the Personal Menu.  
,continued  
Recording  
25  
         
• When you are recording on a “Memory Stick Duo”  
with an external flash (optional) attached to the  
intelligent accessory shoe, turn off the power of the  
external flash to prevent charging noise from getting  
recorded.  
Recording for a longer time  
z Tip  
To record for a longer time on a tape  
• If you do not use your camcorder for a long time,  
remove the cassette and store it.  
In the  
(STANDARD SET) menu, select  
[
REC MODE], then [LP] (p. 84).  
• You can also use REC START/STOP of the LCD  
panel to record moving pictures. It is useful when  
you record from a low-angle or record yourself in the  
mirror mode.  
• To press REC START/STOP on LCD frame,  
support the LCD panel with your hand.  
• Recording with LCD screen is recommended when  
you use the large capacity battery pack  
(NP-FP70/FP90).  
• To ensure smooth transition on a tape from the last  
recorded scene to the next, note the following.  
– Do not remove the cassette. (The picture will be  
recorded continuously without a break even when  
you turn the power off).  
In the LP mode, you can record 1.5 times longer  
than you can when recording in the SP mode.  
A tape recorded in the LP mode should be  
played back only on this camcorder.  
To record for a longer time on a  
“ Memory Stick Duo”  
In the  
[MOVIE SET], [ IMAGE SIZE], then [160 ×  
112] (p. 71).  
The length of time you can record on a  
“Memory Stick Duo” varies depending on the  
image size and the recording environment.  
Refer to the following list for approximate length  
of time you can record movies on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” formatted on your camcorder.  
(MEMORY SET) menu, select  
– Do not record pictures in SP mode and LP mode on  
the same tape.  
– Avoid stopping then recording a movie in the LP  
mode.  
• See “To record for a longer time on a “Memory Stick  
Duo”” (p. 26) for the approximate length of time it is  
possible to record on a “Memory Stick Duo” of  
different capacities.  
• The recording time, date, and the camera settings  
data (for tape only) are recorded automatically on  
the recording media without being displayed on the  
screen. You can view this information during  
playback by selecting [DATA CODE] in the menu  
setting (p. 57).  
Image size and time  
(hour: minute: second)  
320 × 240  
160 × 112  
8MB  
00:01:20  
00:05:20  
(supplied)  
16MB  
32MB  
64MB  
128MB  
00:02:40  
00:05:20  
00:10:40  
00:21:20  
00:42:40  
00:10:40  
00:21:20  
00:42:40  
01:25:20  
02:50:40  
256MB  
(MSX-M256)  
512MB  
01:25:20  
05:41:20  
(MSX-M512)  
Recording  
26  
       
Using zoom  
Recording in mirror mode  
When the CAMERA-TAPE mode is  
selected, you can choose zoom to  
magnification levels greater than 10 times,  
and from that point activate the digital zoom  
([DIGITAL ZOOM], p. 68).  
You can turn the LCD panel towards the  
subject so that you and your subject can share  
the image being recorded. You can also  
utilize this function when recording yourself,  
to keep the attention of small children  
attracted to the camcorder while you record  
them.  
Occasional use of the zoom is effective, but  
use it sparingly for best results.  
1 cm (approx.  
1/2 inch)*  
80cm (approx.  
2 5/8 feet)*  
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the  
camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees  
towards the subject.  
* The minimum distance required between your  
camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus in  
that position of the lever.  
A mirror-image of the subject appears on the  
LCD screen, but the picture will be normal  
when recorded.  
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a  
slower zoom. Move it further for a faster  
zoom.  
To record wider range of view  
Move the power zoom lever towards W.  
The subject appears farther away (Wide  
angle).  
To record closer view  
Move the power zoom lever towards T.  
The subject appears closer (Telephoto).  
Recording  
27  
             
Using the self-timer  
4 Press REC START/STOP.  
You will hear a beep sound counting down  
for about 10 seconds (The count down  
indication begins from 8).  
The recording starts.  
To stop recording, press REC START/  
STOP.  
With the self-timer, you can start recording  
after a delay of about 10 seconds.  
REC START/STOP  
To cancel the count down  
Touch [RESET] or press REC START/STOP.  
To cancel the self-timer  
Follow steps 1 and 2, then select [OFF] in step  
3.  
Recording movies fit for breaking  
into still images  
– Progressive  
recording mode (DCR-HC85)  
REC START/STOP  
This feature is useful for movies you intend  
to import to your computer to produce still  
images.  
You can record pictures with less blurring than  
recording in the normal mode, producing  
pictures suitable for analyzing high-speed  
action such as sports. To enjoy as a movie, it is  
better to record the picture in the normal mode,  
since the image is recorded only every 1/30 of a  
second in the progressive recording mode.  
1 Touch  
.
2 Touch [SELF-TIMER].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(CAMERA SET) menu.  
60min  
SELF–TIMER:  
STBY  
OFF  
0:00:00  
OFF  
ON  
3 Touch [ON], then  
.
appears.  
REC START/STOP  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
1 Touch  
.
P-MENU  
2 Touch [PROGRE REC].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
Recording  
28  
           
[MENU], and select [PROGRES. REC]  
from the (CAMERA SET) menu.  
Recording still  
images  
– Memory photo recording  
You can record still images on a “Memory  
Stick Duo.” Before recording, follow steps 1  
to 7 in “Getting started” (p. 13 to p. 22).  
3 Touch [ON], then  
.
appears.  
PHOTO  
4 Press REC START/STOP.  
Press it again to stop recording.  
To cancel the progressive recording  
mode  
POWER switch  
Follow steps 1 and 2, then select [OFF] in step  
3.  
z Tip  
• Performing Easy Handycam operation, even first time  
users can record easily. For details, see page 34.  
Note on the progressive recording mode  
In a normal TV broadcast, the screen is divided into 2  
finer fields and these are displayed in turn, every 1/60  
of a second. Thus, the actual picture displayed in an  
instant covers only half of the apparent picture area. In  
progressive recording, the picture is fully displayed  
with all the pixels. A picture recorded in this mode  
appears clearer, but a moving subject may appear  
awkward.  
1 Remove the lens cap. Pull the lens cap  
string down and attach it to the grip  
belt.  
b Note  
• When recording in the progressive recording mode  
under fluorescent light or a light bulb, the screen  
may flicker. This is not a malfunction.  
• You cannot use the Progressive recording mode  
together with [16:9 WIDE] mode.  
2 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.  
,continued  
Recording  
29  
     
To turn the power off  
Slide the POWER switch up to the OFF (CHG)  
position.  
3 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly  
until the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp  
lights up.  
To record still images continuously –  
Burst  
The selected recording folder is displayed.  
Select the  
(MEMORY SET) menu,  
[STILL SET], then [ BURST] (p. 70).  
You can record images continuously in a time  
interval of about 0.5 to 0.07 seconds.  
Slide the POWER  
switch while pressing  
the green button.  
Indicators displayed during recording  
4 Press and hold PHOTO lightly.  
60min  
101  
FINE  
1600  
You will hear a light beeping sound when  
the focus and brightness settings are  
adjusted. Recording does not start at this  
point.  
The indicator  
stops flashing.  
P-MENU  
The number of images  
that can be recorded.*  
60min  
101  
FINE  
8
1600  
A Recording folder  
B Image size  
For DCR-HC65:  
(1152 × 864) or  
For DCR-HC85:  
(1600 × 1200) or  
(640 × 480)  
P-MENU  
(640 × 480)  
1600  
*The number of images that can be recorded  
varies depending on the image quality setting  
and the recording environment.  
C Quality  
([FINE]) or  
([STANDARD])  
D Personal Menu button (p. 62)  
E Review button (p. 30)  
5 Press PHOTO fully.  
z Tip  
A shutter sound is heard. When bars of  
disappear, the image is recorded on  
the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• When you press PHOTO on your Remote  
Commander, the image displayed on the screen at  
that timing is recorded.  
• The recording time, date, and the camera settings  
data are recorded automatically on the recording  
media without being displayed on the screen. You  
can view this information during playback by  
selecting [DATA CODE] in the menu setting  
(p. 57).  
To check the most recently recorded  
image – Review  
Touch  
.
Touch  
to return to standby.  
• The recording angle is wider than that of the  
CAMERA-TAPE mode.  
To delete the image, touch  
, then [YES].  
To cancel deleting, touch [NO].  
Recording  
30  
     
1600 × 1200 640 × 480  
480 2850  
Selecting image quality or size  
512 MB  
(MSX-M512)  
Select the  
[STILL SET], then [ QUALITY] or  
IMAGE SIZE] (p. 71).  
(MEMORY SET) menu,  
When the image quality is [STANDARD]  
(number of images)  
For DCR-HC65:  
[
The number of pictures you can record on a  
“Memory Stick Duo” varies depending on  
the quality/size of the image and the  
recording environment.  
Refer to the following list for the approximate  
number of pictures that can be recorded on a  
“Memory Stick Duo” formatted on your  
camcorder.  
The image size of 1152 × 864 is 200 kB, that of  
640 × 480 is 60 kB.  
1152 × 864  
640 × 480  
120  
8 MB (supplied)  
16 MB  
37  
74  
240  
32 MB  
150  
300  
600  
1000  
485  
64 MB  
980  
128 MB  
1970  
3550  
When the image quality is [FINE]  
(number of images)  
256 MB  
For DCR-HC65:  
(MSX-M256)  
The image size of 1152 × 864 is 500 kB, that of  
640 × 480 is 150 kB.  
512 MB  
(MSX-M512)  
2050  
7200  
1152 × 864  
640 × 480  
50  
For DCR-HC85:  
The image size of 1600 × 1200 is 420 kB, that  
of 640 × 480 is 60 kB.  
8 MB (supplied)  
16 MB  
15  
30  
96  
32 MB  
61  
190  
1600 × 1200 640 × 480  
64 MB  
120  
245  
445  
390  
8 MB (supplied)  
16 MB  
18  
120  
128 MB  
780  
37  
240  
256 MB  
(MSX-M256)  
1400  
32 MB  
75  
485  
64 MB  
150  
300  
540  
980  
512 MB  
(MSX-M512)  
900  
2850  
128 MB  
1970  
3550  
256 MB  
For DCR-HC85:  
(MSX-M256)  
The image size of 1600 × 1200 is 960 kB, that  
of 640 × 480 is 150 kB.  
512 MB  
(MSX-M512)  
1100  
7200  
1600 × 1200 640 × 480  
8 MB (supplied)  
16 MB  
8
50  
Using the flash  
(DCR-HC85)  
16  
32  
65  
130  
235  
96  
32 MB  
190  
390  
780  
1400  
64 MB  
The recommended distance to the subject when  
using the built-in flash is 0.3 to 2.5 m (1 to 8  
feet).  
Your camcorder is set to auto flashing by  
default, so according to the lighting conditions,  
128 MB  
256 MB  
(MSX-M256)  
,continued  
Recording  
31  
             
b Note  
the flash may be automatically activated when  
you press PHOTO.  
Follow the steps below when you always want  
to use the flash, or when you do not want to use  
the flash at all.  
• Remove the dust from the surface of the flash lamp  
before using it. You may not get a sufficient amount  
of flash if the dust discolors or sticks to the lamp due  
to the heat from flashing.  
• The red-eye reduction may not produce the desired  
effect due to individual differences and other  
conditions.  
The available settings vary according to what  
you selected in [REDEYE REDUC] of [FLASH  
• The flash charge indicator flickers while charging,  
and remains lit when the battery charge is complete.  
(In the CAMERA-TAPE mode, it takes a while to  
fully charge the flash lamp since it charges its battery  
with the flash lamp open.)  
SET] in the  
(CAMERA SET) menu (p. 67).  
• The flash will not work during the following  
operations:  
– Super NightShot plus function  
– Color Slow Shutter function  
– Digital effect  
– Progressive recording mode  
– Burst  
(flash)  
– During tape recording  
– [16:9 WIDE] mode  
• Even if auto flashing or  
(Auto red-eye reduction)  
is selected, the flash will not work during the  
following operations:  
– NightShot plus function  
Press (flash) repeatedly to select a  
setting.  
– [SPOTLIGHT], [SUNSET&MOON], and  
[LANDSCAPE] of [PROGRAM AE]  
– Manual exposure  
The settings are displayed cyclically in the  
following order.  
When the red eye reduction feature  
is turned off  
No indicator displayed: Automatically  
flashes when there is not enough  
surrounding light.  
– Flexible spot meter  
• If you use the flash in bright places such as when  
shooting a backlit subject, the flash may not be  
effective.  
• Attaching the lens hood (supplied) or a conversion  
lens (optional) may cause its shadow to appear.  
• You cannot use an external flash (optional) and the  
built-in flash at the same time (for DCR-HC85).  
m
(Forced flash): Always uses the flash  
regardless of the surrounding brightness.  
m
z Tip  
• The amount of light used by the flash is adjusted  
automatically. To adjust it manually, select [FLASH  
(No flash): Always records without  
using the flash.  
LEVEL] from the  
(p. 67).  
(CAMERA SET) menu  
When the red eye reduction feature  
is turned on  
• When the focus is hard to adjust, refer to “Adjusting  
the focus manually” (p. 41) for the proper focal  
distance information.  
(Auto red-eye reduction): Pre-flashes to  
reduce red-eye before the flash  
automatically flashes when there is not  
enough surrounding light.  
m
(Forced red-eye reduction): Always  
uses the flash and the red-eye reducing pre-  
flash regardless of the surrounding  
brightness.  
m
(No flash): Always records without  
using the flash.  
Recording  
32  
Using the self-timer  
4 Press PHOTO.  
You will hear a beep sound counting down  
for about 10 seconds (The count down  
indication begins from 8).  
The image is recorded. When bars of  
disappear, the image is recorded on  
the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
With the self-timer, you can record a still  
image after a delay of about 10 seconds.  
PHOTO  
PHOTO  
To cancel the count down  
Touch [RESET].  
To cancel the self-timer  
Follow steps 1 and 2, then select [OFF] in step  
3.  
Recording a still image on a  
“ Memory Stick Duo” while  
recording movies on a tape  
PHOTO  
1 Touch  
.
2 Touch [SELF-TIMER].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU] and select it from the  
(CAMERA SET) menu.  
60min  
FINE  
8
1600  
SELF–TIMER:  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
Press PHOTO fully during tape recording.  
60min  
REC  
0:00:10  
3 Touch [ON], then  
.
Recording is  
complete when the  
scrolling stops.  
appears.  
60min  
FINE  
8
1600  
101  
P-MENU  
P-MENU  
To record still images in standby mode  
Press and hold PHOTO lightly. Check the  
image and press it fully.  
,continued  
Recording  
33  
       
z Tip  
• The image size is set to [640 × 480].  
If you want to record a still image in a different size,  
use the Memory photo recording function (p. 29).  
Recording with ease  
– Easy Handycam  
b Note  
• You cannot record a still image on a “Memory Stick  
Duo” during the following operations:  
– [16:9 WIDE] mode  
– Progressive recording mode for DCR-HC85  
– Memory overlap  
– MEMORY MIX function  
– [SMTH INT.REC] (smooth interval tape  
recording) for DCR-HC85  
With this Easy Handycam operation, most of  
the camera settings are set to automatic  
mode, only basic functions become available,  
and screen font size increases for easy  
viewing. Even first time users can enjoy easy  
recording. Before recording, follow steps 1 to  
7 in “Getting started” (p. 13 to p. 22).  
• Titles are not recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
Camera recording lamp  
POWER switch  
PHOTO  
EASY  
REC START/STOP  
Recording a movie  
During Easy Handycam operation, you can  
record movies on a tape only. To record  
movies on a “Memory Stick Duo,” see  
page 24 (MPEG MOVIE EX).  
1 Remove the lens cap. Pull the lens cap  
string down and attach it to the grip  
belt.  
2 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.  
Recording  
34  
       
Recording a still image  
3 Slide the POWER switch until the  
CAMERA-TAPE lamp lights up.  
Slide the POWER  
switchwhilepressing  
the green button.  
1 Remove the lens cap. Pull the lens cap  
string down and attach it to the grip  
belt.  
2 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.  
4 Press EASY.  
3 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly  
until the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp  
lights up.  
The EASY lights up in blue.  
Easy Handycam  
operation  
ON  
Slide the POWER  
switch while pressing  
the green button.  
5 Press REC START/STOP.  
Recording starts. [REC] appears on the  
LCD screen and the Camera recording lamp  
lights up. Press REC START/STOP again  
to stop recording.  
4 Press EASY.  
The EASY lights up in blue.  
5 Press and hold PHOTO lightly.  
To turn the power off  
Slide the POWER switch up to the OFF (CHG)  
position.  
You will hear a light beeping sound when  
the focus and brightness settings are  
adjusted. Recording does not start at this  
point.  
To cancel Easy Handycam operation  
Press EASY again.  
The indicator  
stops flashing.  
b Note  
The number of images  
that can be recorded.*  
• You cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off  
during:  
– Recording  
8
60min  
– USB Streaming  
• During Easy Handycam operation, the following  
buttons are not available.  
– LCD BACKLIGHT (p. 18)  
– BACK LIGHT (p. 37)  
MENU  
• During Easy Handycam operation, the settings of the  
functions that are not displayed on the screen return  
to their defaults. Previously made settings are  
restored when you cancel Easy Handycam  
operation.  
*The number of images that can be recorded  
varies depending on the image quality setting  
and the recording environment.  
,continued  
Recording  
35  
 
2 Set [M] (month), [D] (day), hour and  
6 Press PHOTO fully.  
minutes in the same way as [Y] (year),  
then touch  
.
A shutter sound is heard. When bars of  
disappear, the image is recorded  
on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
For [LANGUAGE]  
Select the desired language with  
/
,
then touch  
.
For [BEEP]  
See page 88.  
To turn the power off  
Slide the POWER switch up to the OFF (CHG)  
position.  
For [SELF-TIMER] (in the CAMERA-  
MEMORY mode only)  
To cancel Easy Handycam operation  
Press EASY again.  
Touch [ON], then  
Press PHOTO fully.  
.
You will hear a beep sound counting down  
for about 10 seconds. When the bars of  
disappear, the image is recorded on  
the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
b Note  
• You cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off  
during recording.  
• During Easy Handycam operation, the following  
buttons are not available.  
– LCD BACKLIGHT (p. 18)  
– BACK LIGHT (p. 37)  
• During Easy Handycam operation, the settings of the  
functions that are not displayed on the screen return  
to their defaults. Previously made settings are  
restored when you cancel the Easy Handycam  
operation.  
Making full use of Easy Handycam  
operation  
1 Touch [MENU].  
The available menu items are displayed on  
the screen.  
Example: In the CAMERA-MEMORY mode  
60min  
8
SELF-  
TIMER  
CLOCK  
SET  
LAN-  
BEEP  
GUAGE  
2 Touch the desired item.  
3 Select the desired setting.  
For [CLOCK SET]  
1 Set [Y] (year) with  
/
, then touch  
.
Recording  
36  
 
Fixing the exposure for the  
selected subject – Flexible spot  
meter  
Adjusting the  
exposure  
You can adjust and fix the exposure to the  
subject, so that it is recorded in suitable  
brightness even when there is strong contrast  
between the subject and the background  
(such as subjects in the limelight on stage).  
The exposure is adjusted automatically in the  
default setting.  
Adjusting the exposure for backlit  
subjects  
1 Touch  
during recording or in  
the standby mode.  
When your subject has its back to the sun or  
other light, you can adjust the exposure to  
prevent the subject from becoming  
shadowed.  
2 Touch [SPOT METER].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(CAMERA SET) menu.  
SPOT METER  
STBY  
0:00:00  
AUTO  
END  
3 Touch the point you want to adjust and  
BACK LIGHT  
fix the exposure on the screen.  
[SPOT METER] flashes while the camera  
is adjusting the exposure for the selected  
point.  
Press BACK LIGHT during recording or  
in the standby mode.  
. appears.  
SPOT METER  
STBY  
0:00:00  
To cancel the back light function, press BACK  
LIGHT again.  
AUTO  
END  
b Note  
• The back light function is canceled when you set  
[EXPOSURE] to [MANUAL] (p. 38) or select  
[SPOT METER] (p. 37).  
4 Touch [END].  
To return the setting to automatic  
exposure  
Follow steps 1 and 2, then select [AUTO] in  
step 3. Or set [EXPOSURE] to [AUTO] (p. 38).  
,continued  
Recording  
37  
               
b Note  
• You cannot use the Flexible spot meter together  
with:  
– NightShot plus function  
4 Adjust the exposure by touching  
(dim)/  
(bright), then touch  
.
– Super NightShot plus function  
– Color Slow Shutter function  
• If you set [PROGRAM AE], [SPOT METER] is  
automatically set to [AUTO].  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
z Tip  
P-MENU  
• If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is  
automatically set to [MANUAL].  
Adjusting the exposure manually  
To return the setting to automatic  
exposure  
Follow steps 1 and 2, then select [AUTO] in  
step 3.  
You can fix the brightness of a picture at the  
best exposure. When recording indoors on a  
clear day, for instance, you can avoid  
backlight shadows on people next to the  
window by manually fixing the exposure to  
that of the wall side of the room.  
b Note  
• You cannot use the manual exposure together with:  
– NightShot plus function  
– Super NightShot plus function  
– Color Slow Shutter function  
1 Touch  
during recording or in  
the standby mode.  
2 Touch [EXPOSURE].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(CAMERA SET) menu.  
60min  
EXPOSURE:  
STBY  
AUTO  
0:00:00  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
3 Touch [MANUAL].  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
EXPOSURE:  
MANUAL  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
OK  
Recording  
38  
   
2
Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to  
ON.  
Recording in dark  
places  
and [“NIGHTSHOT PLUS”] appear.  
3
4
Touch  
.
– NightShot plus, etc.  
Touch [SUPER NSPLUS].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
You can record subjects in dark places (such  
as when capturing the face of your baby  
sleeping) with the NightShot plus, Super  
NightShot plus or Color Slow Shutter  
function.  
The NightShot plus and Super NightShot  
plus function enable you to record an image  
brighter.  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(CAMERA SET) menu.  
5
Touch [ON], then  
and [“SUPER NIGHTSHOT PLUS”]  
appear.  
.
To cancel Super NightShot plus, follow  
steps 3 and 4, then select [OFF] in step 5.  
Or, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to  
OFF.  
The Color Slow Shutter function enables you  
to record an image more faithful to the  
original colors.  
To record a clearer picture in color on  
the tape – Color Slow Shutter  
1
Slide the POWER switch to select the  
CAMERA-TAPE mode.  
2
Make sure the NIGHTSHOT PLUS  
switch is set to OFF.  
3
4
Touch  
.
Touch [COLOR SLOW S].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(CAMERA SET) menu.  
5
Touch [ON], then  
and [COLOR SLOW SHUTTER]  
appear.  
To cancel Color Slow Shutter, follow steps  
3 and 4, then select [OFF] in step 5.  
.
Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON.  
and [“NIGHTSHOT PLUS”] appear.  
To cancel NightShot plus, set the NIGHTSHOT  
PLUS switch to OFF.  
b Note  
• Do not use the NightShot plus/Super NightShot plus  
function in bright places. This may cause a  
malfunction.  
To record higher sensitivity pictures on  
the tape  
– Super NightShot plus  
• The Color Slow Shutter function may not operate  
correctly in total darkness. When you are recording  
in a place with no light at all, use the NightShot plus  
or Super NightShot plus functions.  
• You cannot use the Super NightShot plus/Color  
Slow Shutter function together with:  
– FADER function  
The Super NightShot plus function enables you  
to use the NightShot plus function more  
effectively.  
The picture will be recorded at a maximum of  
16 times the sensitivity of NightShot plus  
recording.  
– Digital effect  
– [PROGRAM AE]  
• You cannot use the Color Slow Shutter function  
together with:  
1
Slide the POWER switch to select the  
CAMERA-TAPE mode.  
– Manual exposure  
– Flexible spot meter  
,continued  
Recording  
39  
           
• When using the Super NightShot plus or Color Slow  
Shutter function, the shutter speed of your  
camcorder changes depending on the brightness.  
The motion of the picture may slow down at this  
time.  
Adjusting the focus  
The focus is adjusted automatically in the  
default setting.  
• Adjust the focus manually when it is hard to focus  
automatically.  
• Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or  
other objects. Remove the conversion lens (optional)  
if it is attached.  
• Depending on the shooting conditions or  
circumstances, colors may not be reproduced  
properly.  
Adjusting the focus for an off-  
center subject – SPOT FOCUS  
z Tip  
You can select and adjust the focal point to  
aim it at a subject not located in the center of  
the screen.  
• If you record subjects in complete darkness, setting  
[NS LIGHT] to [ON] in the menu setting is  
recommended. The maximum shooting distance  
using the NightShot Light is about 3 m (10 feet).  
(The default setting is [ON].)  
If you record subjects in dark places (such as night  
scene or in moonlight), set [NS LIGHT] to [OFF] in  
the menu setting. You can make image color deeper  
(p. 68).  
1 Touch  
during recording or in  
the standby mode.  
2 Touch [SPOT FOCUS].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(CAMERA SET) menu.  
SPOT FOCUS  
STBY  
0:00:00  
AUTO  
END  
3 Touch the subject for which you want  
to adjust the focus on the screen.  
[SPOT FOCUS] flashes while the camera is  
adjusting the focus. 9 appears.  
SPOT FOCUS  
STBY  
0:00:00  
AUTO  
END  
4 Touch [END].  
Recording  
40  
         
9 changes to  
when the focus cannot be  
To adjust the focus automatically  
Follow steps 1 and 2, then touch [AUTO] in step  
3. Or press FOCUS after step 4.  
adjusted any further. 9 changes to  
when the focus cannot be adjusted any  
closer.  
b Note  
Tips for focusing manually  
• You cannot use the SPOT FOCUS function together  
with [PROGRAM AE].  
• Focusing distance information will not be displayed.  
• It is easier to focus on the subject when you use the  
zoom function. Move the power zoom lever towards  
T (telephoto) to adjust the focus, and then, towards  
W (wide angle) to adjust the zoom for recording.  
• When you want to record a close-up image of a  
subject, move the power zoom lever towards W  
(wide angle) to fully magnify the image, then adjust  
the focus.  
Adjusting the focus manually  
You can adjust the focus manually according  
to the recording conditions.  
Use this function in the following cases.  
– To record a subject behind a window covered  
with raindrops.  
To use the expanded focus  
For DCR-HC85:  
It will be easier to confirm the focus setting by  
enlarging the image during manual focusing.  
When the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp is on, set  
– To record horizontal stripes.  
[EXP.FOCUS] in the  
menu to [ON] (p. 66).  
(CAMERA SET)  
– To record a subject with little contrast  
between the subject and its background.  
– When you want to focus on a subject in the  
background.  
When you rotate the focus ring,  
and the image will be displayed at twice its  
original size.  
appears  
To adjust the focus automatically  
Press FOCUS again.  
z Tip  
The focal distance information (for when it is  
dark and hard to adjust focus) appears for 3  
seconds in the following cases. (It will not be  
displayed correctly if you are using a  
– To record a stationary subject using a tripod.  
Focus ring  
conversion lens (optional).)  
– When the focus mode is switched from automatic  
to manual.  
– When you rotate the focus ring.  
FOCUS  
1 Press FOCUS during recording or in  
the standby mode.  
9 appears.  
2 Rotate the focus ring and adjust the  
focus.  
Recording  
41  
   
[OVERLAP] (fade in only)  
[WIPE] (fade in only)  
Recording a picture  
using various effects  
[DOT FADER] (fade in only)  
POWER switch  
Fading in and out of a scene  
– FADER  
1 Slide the POWER switch to select the  
CAMERA-TAPE mode.  
2 Touch  
in the standby mode (to  
fade in) or during recording (to fade  
out).  
You can add the following effects to  
currently recording pictures.  
3 Touch [FADER].  
[BLACK FADER]  
[WHITE FADER]  
[MOSAIC FADER]  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(PICT.APPLI.) menu.  
60min  
FADER:  
STBY  
OFF  
0:00:00  
BLACK  
FADER  
OFF  
1/2  
WHITE  
FADER  
MOSAIC  
FADER  
[MONOTONE]  
When fading in, the picture gradually changes  
from black-and-white to color.  
When fading out, the picture gradually changes  
from color to black-and-white.  
Recording  
42  
     
3
4
5
Touch  
Touch [MENU].  
Select (PICT.APPLI.), then  
OVERLAP] by touching  
.
4 Touch the desired effect, then touch  
.
When you touch [OVERLAP], [WIPE] or  
[DOT FADER], the image on the tape in  
your camcorder is stored as a still image.  
(While storing the image, the screen turns to  
blue.)  
[
/
and  
.
The recorded image appears on the  
thumbnail screen.  
6
Touch  
select the still image to be superimposed.  
Touch [ON], then  
Touch  
(previous)/  
(next) to  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
MOSAIC  
FADER  
7
8
9
.
.
P-MENU  
Press REC START/STOP to start  
recording.  
[M. OVRLAP] stops flashing, and  
disappears when fading is finished.  
5 Press REC START/STOP.  
The fader indicator stops flashing and  
disappears when the fade is complete.  
Using special effects  
effect  
– Digital  
To cancel the operation  
Follow steps 2 and 3, then select [OFF] in step 4.  
You can add digital effects to the recordings.  
b Note  
• You cannot use the FADER function together with:  
– Self-timer  
[STILL]  
– Super NightShot plus function  
– Color Slow Shutter function  
– Digital effect  
You can record a movie while superimposing it  
on a previously recorded still image.  
– [FRAME REC] (Frame recording)  
– [INTERVAL REC] (Interval recording) for DCR-  
HC65  
– [SMTH INT.REC] (smooth interval tape  
recording) for DCR-HC85  
[FLASH] (flash motion)  
You can record a movie with a serial-still-image  
effect (strobe effect).  
Fading in from still image on the  
“ Memory Stick Duo” – Memory overlap  
You can fade in from the still image on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” to the movie currently  
being recorded on the tape.  
[LUMI. KEY] (luminance key)  
You can replace a brighter area in a previously  
recorded still image, such as the background of  
a person or a title written on white paper, with a  
movie.  
Still image  
Movie  
1
2
Check that you have a “Memory Stick  
Duo” with the still image to be  
superimposed and a tape in your  
camcorder.  
[TRAIL]  
You can record a picture so that an incidental  
image like a trail is left.  
Slide the POWER switch to select the  
CAMERA-TAPE mode.  
,continued  
Recording  
43  
                 
[SLOW SHUTTR] (slow shutter)  
You can slow down the shutter speed. This  
mode is suitable for shooting a subject more  
clearly in a dark place.  
Effect  
Items to adjust  
[STILL]  
The degree oftransparency  
of the still image you want  
to superimpose on a  
movie.  
[OLD MOVIE]  
[FLASH]  
The interval of frame-by-  
frame playback.  
You can add an old movie-type atmosphere to  
pictures. Your camcorder automatically records  
pictures in the letterbox mode for all screen size,  
sepia in color, and at a slower shutter speed.  
[LUMI. KEY]  
The color scheme of the  
area in the still image  
which is to be swapped  
with a movie.  
1 Slide the POWER switch to select the  
[TRAIL]  
The fade time of the  
incidental image.  
CAMERA-TAPE mode.  
[SLOW  
SHUTTR]*  
Shutter speed (1 is 1/30, 2  
is 1/15, 3 is 1/8, 4 is 1/4).  
2 Touch  
.
[OLD MOVIE]  
No adjustment necessary.  
3 Touch [D. EFFECT].  
* It is hard to adjust the focus automatically when  
you choose this effect. Adjust the focus  
manually using a tripod to steady the  
camcorder.  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(PICT.APPLI.) menu.  
5 Touch  
.
60min  
D. EFFECT:  
STBY  
OFF  
0:00:00  
appears.  
OFF  
STILL  
1/2  
LUMI.  
KEY  
FLASH  
To cancel Digital effect  
Follow steps 2 and 3, then select [OFF] in step  
4.  
4 Touch the desired effect, then adjust  
b Note  
• You cannot use Digital effect together with:  
– Super NightShot plus function  
– Color Slow Shutter function  
– FADER function  
– Memory overlap  
– MEMORY MIX function  
the effect by touching  
(increase) and touch  
(decrease) /  
.
Adjustment screen example:  
60min  
D. EFFECT:  
STBY  
STILL  
0:00:00  
• You cannot use [SLOW SHUTTR]/[OLD MOVIE]  
together with [PROGRAM AE] (except [AUTO]).  
• You cannot use [OLD MOVIE] together with:  
– [16:9 WIDE] mode  
OK  
– Picture effect ([PICT.EFFECT])  
z Tip  
When you touch [STILL] or [LUMI. KEY],  
the image displayed on the screen at that  
time is saved as a still image.  
• You can create a picture with color and brightness  
reversed or a picture that looks like a pastel drawing  
while recording on a tape. For details, refer to  
Picture effect ([PICT.EFFECT], p. 74).  
Recording  
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[MTCAM CHROMA] (Memory Chroma  
key)  
You can have the movie swap into the blue area  
of a still image such as an illustration or into a  
frame with a blue area enclosed by the frame.  
Overlaying still images on movies  
on a tape – MEMORY MIX  
You can superimpose a still image you have  
recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” over the  
movie you are currently recording on a tape.  
You can then record the superimposed  
pictures on a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
(You cannot superimpose a still image on a  
tape which you have already finished  
recording.)  
Movie  
Still image  
Blue  
1 Check that you have a “Memory Stick  
Duo” with the still image to be  
superimposed and a tape (only if you  
are recording on tape) in your  
camcorder.  
[MTCAM LUMI.] (Memory Luminance  
key)  
You can swap the brighter (white) area of a still  
image into a movie. To use this function, have a  
still image of an illustration or title handwritten  
on white paper recorded on a “Memory Stick  
Duo” beforehand.  
2 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
select the CAMERA-TAPE mode  
(when you are recording on a tape) or  
the CAMERA-MEMORY mode  
(when you are recording on a  
Movie  
Still image  
“Memory Stick Duo”).  
[CAMTM CHROMA] (Camera Chroma  
key)  
3 Touch  
.
You can superimpose a movie on top of a still  
image, such as an image which can be used as  
background. Shoot the movie with the subject  
against a blue background. Only the blue area of  
the movie will be swapped with the still image.  
4 Touch [MEMORY MIX].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(PICT.APPLI.) menu.  
The still image stored in the “Memory Stick  
Duo” will be displayed on the thumbnail  
screen.  
Still image  
Movie  
Thumbnail screen  
Blue  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
MEMORY MIX: OFF  
M
CAM  
OFF  
LUMI.  
CAM  
M
M
CAM  
101  
CHROMA CHROMA  
101–0001  
OK  
5 Touch  
(previous)/  
select the still image to overlap.  
(next) to  
,continued  
Recording  
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• When you use the MEMORY MIX function in the  
mirror mode (p. 27), the picture on the LCD screen  
appears normally, without being mirror-reversed.  
• You may not be able to play back pictures modified  
on your computer or recorded with other camcorders  
on your camcorder.  
6 Touch the desired effect.  
The still image is superimposed on the  
movie which is currently displayed on the  
LCD screen.  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
z Tip  
MEMORY MIX: CAM M CHROMA  
• The supplied SPVD-012 USB Driver CD-ROM  
contains sample images for use in MEMORY MIX  
operations. Refer to the supplied “Computer  
Applications Guide” for details.  
101  
101–0001  
OK  
7 Touch  
(decrease)/  
to adjust the following.  
(increase)  
For [MTCAM LUMI.]  
The color scheme of the bright area in the  
still image which is to be swapped into a  
movie. When you want to record only the  
still image stored on the “Memory Stick  
Duo” to a tape, touch  
on the screen in  
[MTCAM LUMI.] until the bar indicator  
is extended fully to the right side.  
For [CAMTM CHROMA]  
The color scheme of the blue area in the  
movie.  
For [MTCAM CHROMA]  
The color scheme of the blue area in the still  
image which is to be swapped into a movie.  
8 Touch  
twice.  
appears.  
9 Start recording.  
When you are recording on a tape  
Press REC START/STOP.  
When you are recording on a  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
Press PHOTO fully.  
To cancel MEMORY MIX  
Follow steps 3 and 4, then touch [OFF] in step 5.  
b Note  
• When the overlapping still image has a large amount  
of white, the image in the thumbnail screen may not  
be clear.  
Recording  
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3 Touch  
.
Searching for the  
starting point  
60min  
END SEARCH  
1
0:00:00  
EXECUTING  
Appears only with a  
cassette with  
Cassette Memory  
CANCEL  
The last scene of the most recent recording  
is played back for about 5 seconds, and the  
camcorder enters the standby mode at the  
point where the last recording has finished.  
POWER switch  
To cancel the operation  
Touch [CANCEL].  
b Note  
Searchingfor thelast sceneof the  
most recent recording  
– END SEARCH  
• The END SEARCH function will not work correctly  
when there is a blank section between recorded  
sections on the tape.  
z Tip  
• You can do this operation also by selecting [END  
SEARCH] in the menu setting. When PLAY/EDIT  
mode is selected, you can do this operation  
by selecting [END SEARCH] short-cut on  
(p. 62).  
This function is handy when you have played  
back the tape, for example, but want to start  
recording right after the most recently  
recorded scene. When you use a cassette  
without Cassette Memory, the END  
SEARCH function will not work once you  
eject the cassette after you have recorded on  
the tape. If you use a cassette with Cassette  
Memory, it will function even when you have  
ejected the cassette.  
Searching manually – EDIT  
SEARCH  
You can search for the start point while  
viewing the pictures on the screen. The sound  
is not played back during the search.  
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
select the CAMERA-TAPE mode.  
1 Slide the POWER switch to select the  
2 Touch  
.
CAMERA-TAPE mode.  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
2 Touch  
.
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
EDIT  
EDIT  
,continued  
Recording  
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3 Keep touching  
(to go  
(to go forward) and  
backward)/  
release it at the point where you want  
the recording to start.  
Reviewing the most recently  
recorded scenes – Rec review  
You can view a few seconds of the scene  
recorded just before you stopped the tape.  
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
select the CAMERA-TAPE mode.  
2 Touch  
.
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
EDIT  
3 Touch  
once.  
The last few seconds of the most recently  
recorded scene are played back. Then, your  
camcorder is set to the standby mode.  
Recording  
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Playback  
3 Touch  
(rewind) to go to the point  
you want to view.  
Viewing movies  
recorded on a tape  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
60min  
Make sure you have a recorded cassette  
inserted into your camcorder.  
Some of the operations are possible using the  
Remote Commander or using the touch  
panel.  
P-MENU  
4 Touch  
(play) to start playback.  
When you want to play back recordings on  
your TV, see page 59.  
To adjust the volume  
OPEN  
1
2
Touch  
.
Touch [VOLUME].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(STANDARD SET) menu.  
3
Adjust the volume by touching  
(decrease) /  
.
(increase), then touch  
POWER switch  
To stop playback  
z Tip  
Touch  
(stop).  
• Performing Easy Handycam operation, even first time  
users can play back easily. For details, see page 54.  
To pause  
Touch  
(pause) during playback. Touch it  
1 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.  
again to restart the playback.  
Playback stops automatically when the pause  
mode continues for more than 5 minutes.  
2 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.  
To fast forward or rewind  
Touch  
(fast forward) or  
(rewind) in  
stop mode.  
Slide the POWER  
switch while pressing  
the green button.  
To review movies on the viewfinder  
Close the LCD panel.  
Playback  
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To resume fast forwarding or rewinding, release  
the button.  
Indicators displayed during tape  
playback  
To play back in various modes  
You will not hear the recorded sound. Also, you  
may see mosaic-like images of the previously  
played picture remaining on the screen.  
60min  
0:00:00:15  
60min  
1
During playback or playback pause,  
touch  
.
2
Touch [  
VAR. SPD PB].  
P-MENU  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch . If you cannot find it, touch  
/
[MENU], and select it from the  
(EDIT/PLAY) menu.  
3
Select a playback mode.  
To return to the normal playback mode,  
A Remaining battery  
B Recording mode (SP or LP)  
touch  
(play/pause) twice (once from  
C Tape transport indicator  
frame playback).  
D Time code (hour: minute: second: frame)  
To  
Touch  
(frame) during  
playback.  
or tape counter (hour: minute: second)  
change the  
playback  
E Personal Menu button (p. 62)  
direction*  
F Video operation buttons  
When a “Memory Stick Duo” has been  
play back  
slowly**  
(slow) during  
playback.  
To reverse direction  
inserted,  
(“Memory Stick” playback) when  
you stop playback.  
(stop) changes to  
1 Touch  
2
(frame).  
(slow).  
b Note  
play back 2 times  
faster (double  
speed)  
(double speed)  
during playback.  
To reverse direction  
• If you press REC START/STOP (p. 138) during  
tape playback, a movie recorded on the tape is  
recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo” (MPEG  
MOVIE EX).  
1 Touch  
(frame).  
2
(double speed).  
play back frame  
by frame  
(frame) during  
playback pause.  
Playing back in various modes  
To reverse direction, touch  
(frame) again during  
frame playback.  
To fast forward or rewind during  
playback – Picture search  
*Horizontal lines may appear at the top, bottom,  
or in the center of the screen. This is not a  
malfunction.  
Keep on touching  
(fast forward) or  
**Pictures output from the  
DV Interface  
(rewind) during playback.  
To resume normal playback, release the button.  
cannot be played back smoothly in slow mode.  
4
Touch , then  
.
To view the picture while fast  
forwarding or rewinding – Skip scan  
Keep on touching  
(fast forward) or  
(rewind) while fast forwarding or rewinding the  
tape.  
Playback  
50  
                   
To cancel Digital effect  
Follow steps 2 to 4, then select [OFF] in step 5.  
Viewing recordings with added  
effects – Digital effect  
b Note  
• You cannot add effects to externally input pictures.  
Also, you cannot output pictures edited with digital  
effects via the DV Interface.  
You can apply [STILL], [FLASH], [LUMI.  
KEY], and [TRAIL] effects when viewing  
recorded pictures. For details on each effect,  
see page 43.  
z Tip  
• You cannot record the pictures edited using special  
effects on the tape in your camcorder, but you can  
copy them to a “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 96) or  
another tape (p. 94).  
POWER switch  
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.  
2 Touch  
while the picture you  
want to add the effect to is displayed.  
3 Touch [MENU].  
4 Select  
(PICT.APPLI.), then  
[D.EFFECT] by touching  
/
and  
touch  
.
5 Select an effect, then adjust the effect  
by touching  
(increase).  
(decrease)/  
6 Touch  
twice, then  
appears.  
.
Playback  
51  
       
3 Touch  
.
Viewing recordings  
on a “ Memory Stick  
Duo”  
The most recently recorded picture appears  
on the screen.  
101  
60min  
101–0010  
10/10  
MEMORY PLAY  
1600  
You can view pictures one at a time on the  
screen. When you have a lot of pictures, you  
can list them to search through them easily.  
Make sure you have a recorded “Memory  
Stick Duo” inserted into your camcorder.  
When you want to play back a recorded  
picture on your TV, see page 59.  
P-MENU  
4 Touch  
(previous)/  
select a picture.  
(next) to  
Screen example (movies):  
OPEN  
101  
60min  
MOV00002  
MPEG  
2/10  
320  
MEMORY PLAY  
P-MENU  
When you view a movie, touch  
when the selected movie appears on the  
screen.  
POWER switch  
1 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.  
To adjust the volume of movies  
1
2
Touch  
.
2 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
Touch [VOLUME].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(STANDARD SET) menu.  
Slide the POWER  
switch while pressing  
the green button.  
3
Adjust the volume by touching  
(decrease) /  
.
(increase), then touch  
To stop or pause movies  
Touch  
. Touch it again to restart the  
playback.  
To delete pictures  
See “Deleting recorded pictures” (p. 107).  
Playback  
52  
     
b Note  
Indicators displayed during “ Memory  
Stick Duo” playback  
• Folders that you have created on a computer,  
renamed folders, and modified pictures may not  
appear on the screen.  
• While playing back movies on a “Memory Stick  
Duo,” the only menu items available will be those  
with short cuts on the Personal Menu. In order to use  
other menu items, add them to the Personal Menu.  
101  
60min  
101–0010  
10/10  
1600  
0:00:00  
z Tip  
• Once you record a picture in a folder, the same folder  
will be set as the default folder for playback. You  
can select a playback folder in the menu (p. 73).  
P-MENU  
Playing back in various modes  
from a “ Memory Stick Duo”  
A Remaining battery  
B Image size  
Using the screen in step 4 in “Viewing  
recordings on a “Memory Stick Duo”” (p. 52),  
the following operations are available.  
C Picture number/Total number of  
recorded pictures in the current  
playback folder  
To search for a scene in a movie  
You can divide a movie into a maximum of 60  
scenes in order to start playback from a  
particular scene. The number of scenes you can  
divide the movie into depends on the length of  
the movie.  
D Playback folder  
E Playing time (movies only)  
F Previous/next folder icon  
The following indicators appear when the  
first or last picture of the current folder is  
displayed and when there are multiple  
folders on the same “Memory Stick Duo.”  
1
Touch  
(previous)/  
(next) to  
select a scene from which to start the  
playback.  
: Touch  
folder.  
: Touch  
folder.  
: Touch  
to move to the previous  
to move to the next  
101  
60min  
MOV00002  
MPEG  
2/10  
320  
0:00:00  
/
to move to either  
the previous or the next folder.  
G Image delete button  
P-MENU  
H Print mark (still images only) (p. 109)  
I Image protection mark (p. 108)  
J Data file name  
2
Touch  
.
K Personal Menu button  
L Index screen display button  
M Tape playback select button  
N Picture select button  
Playback  
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To display 6 pictures at a time,  
including movies – Index Screen  
Playing back with  
ease  
Touch  
.
– Easy Handycam  
Previous  
6 pictures  
N mark*  
Easy Handycam operation allows easy  
playback for even first time users by  
providing only the basic functions for  
playback. Also screen font size increases for  
easy viewing. Make sure you have a recorded  
cassette or a recorded “Memory Stick Duo”  
inserted into your camcorder.  
END  
101–0002  
2/10  
101  
SET  
Movie icon  
Next  
6 pictures  
EASY  
* The picture displayed before switching to the index  
screen.  
OPEN  
To return to the single display mode, touch the  
picture that you want to display.  
To view pictures in other folders in the  
index screen  
1
2
3
4
Touch  
Touch  
.
.
POWER switch  
Touch [PB FOLDER].  
Select a folder with  
.
/
, then touch  
1 Press OPEN and open the LCD panel.  
2 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.  
Slide the POWER  
switch while pressing  
the green button.  
3 Press EASY.  
The EASY lights up in blue.  
Playback  
54  
       
4 Play back pictures.  
3 Select the desired setting.  
When playing back on a tape  
For [CLOCK SET]  
The following buttons can be operated.  
1 Set [Y] (year) with  
/
, then touch  
(play/pause)/  
(fast forward)/  
.
(stop)/ (rewind)  
You can operate these operations and  
2 Set [M] (month), [D] (day), hour and  
minutes in the same way as [Y] (year),  
SLOWy on the Remote Commander.  
then touch  
.
When playing back on a “Memory  
Stick Duo”  
For [LANGUAGE]  
Select the desired language with  
/
,
then touch  
.
Touch  
.
The following buttons can be operated.  
For [BEEP]  
See page 88.  
(previous)/  
(next)/  
(play/  
pause for movie)/  
(delete)  
For [VOLUME]  
Adjust the volume by touching  
(decrease) /  
.
You can control playback with the Remote  
Commander.  
(increase), then touch  
To cancel Easy Handycam operation  
For [DATA CODE]  
Press EASY again.  
During playback, you can view the date/  
time data.  
b Note  
Touch [DATE/TIME], then touch  
.
• You cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off  
during communication with another device via USB  
cable.  
For [ ALL ERASE]  
You can delete all the images on the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
Touch [YES].  
Making full use of Easy Handycam  
operation  
z Tip  
• During Easy Handycam operation, you can also do  
the followings:  
– “Playing the picture on a TV” (p. 59)  
– “Dubbing to another tape” (p. 94)  
1 Touch [MENU].  
The available menu items are displayed on  
the screen.  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
CLOCK  
SET  
LAN-  
BEEP  
GUAGE  
DATA  
CODE  
ALL  
VOLUME  
ERASE  
2 Touch the desired item.  
Playback  
55  
 
4 Select  
(PICT.APPLI.), then  
Various playback  
functions  
[PB ZOOM] by touching  
/
and  
touch  
.
Tape playback zoom screen  
You can magnify a small subject in a  
recording and display it on the screen. You  
can also display the recorded date and the  
name of the folder in which the picture is  
recorded.  
PB ZOOM  
0:00:00:00  
“Memory Stick  
Duo” playback  
select button  
PB  
END  
DISPLAY/BATT INFO  
Memory playback zoom screen  
101  
PB ZOOM  
1/10  
Tape playback  
select button  
101–0001  
VIDEO  
END  
5 Play back the still picture or movie,  
and touch the screen at the point you  
want to magnify within the displayed  
frame.  
POWER switch  
The picture is magnified approximately  
twice the original size and centered at the  
point you touched on the screen. When you  
touch another place, the point you touched  
becomes the center.  
Magnifying pictures – Tape  
playback zoom/Memory playback  
zoom  
You can magnify movies recorded on a tape  
or still images stored on a “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
6 Adjust the zoom ratio using the power  
zoom lever.  
You can select the zoom ratio from  
approximately 1.1 to 5 times the original  
size. Touch W to decrease, or T to increase  
the ratio.  
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.  
2 Touch  
.
To cancel the operation  
Touch [END].  
3 Touch [MENU].  
b Note  
• You cannot magnify externally input pictures. Also,  
you cannot output the magnified pictures via the  
DV Interface.  
Playback  
56  
       
z Tip  
[MENU], and select it from the  
(STANDARD SET) menu.  
• If you press DISPLAY/BATT INFO during the  
playback zoom operation, the frame will disappear.  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
DATA CODE:  
OFF  
Displaying the screen indicators  
DATE/  
TIME  
OFF  
CAMERA  
DATA  
You can choose to display the time code, tape  
counter, and other information on the screen.  
4 Select [CAMERA DATA] or [DATE/  
TIME] then touch  
.
Press DISPLAY/BATT INFO.  
The indicator switches on or off as you press the  
button.  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
JAN 1 2004  
12:17:50PM  
P-MENU  
z Tip  
• You can display the screen indicators during  
playback on a TV. Select the  
(STANDARD  
SET) menu, [DISPLAY], then [V-OUT/PANEL]  
(p. 88).  
To hide the date/time or camera  
settings data  
Follow steps 2 and 3, and select [OFF] in step 4.  
Displaying the date/time and  
camera settings data – Data code  
Camera settings data display  
In the date/time data display, the date and time  
is displayed in the same area.  
If you record the picture without setting the  
clock, [--- -- ----] and [--:--:--] will appear.  
During playback, you can view the date/time  
data and the camera settings data  
([CAMERA DATA]) that are automatically  
recorded while recording pictures on a tape or  
a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
AUTO  
100 AWB  
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.  
F1. 8  
9dB  
2 Touch  
during playback or  
playback pause.  
A SteadyShot off*  
B Exposure*  
3 Touch [DATA CODE].  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch  
/
. If you cannot find it, touch  
C White balance*  
D Gain*  
E Shutter speed  
F Aperture value  
* Appears only during tape playback  
,continued  
Playback  
57  
             
b Note  
• Camera setting data do not appear when movies on a  
“Memory Stick Duo” are played back.  
z Tip  
• Exposure adjustment value (0EV) appears when a  
“Memory Stick Duo” is played back.  
•
appears for the picture recorded using flash.  
Playback  
58  
Connect your camcorder to a TV using the  
supplied A/V connecting cable as shown in  
the following illustration.  
Connect the supplied AC Adaptor to the wall  
outlet for the power supply (p. 14).  
Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied  
with the devices to be connected.  
Playing thepicture on  
a TV  
To copy to another tape, see page 94.  
AUDIO/VIDEO jack  
When you have an S video jack on your  
TV or VCR*  
2
S video plug  
(black)  
Yellow  
White  
Red  
1
A/V connecting cable (supplied)*  
VCRs or TVs  
Signal flow  
*1The supplied A/V connecting cable has a video  
plug and an S video plug for the video connection.  
*2This connection produces higher quality DV format  
pictures. When there is an S video jack on the  
device to be connected, connect the S video plug to  
that jack instead of using the yellow video plug.  
The audio will not be output when you connect with  
the S video plug alone.  
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 or the red plug to the audio input jack of  
your TV or VCR.  
When you want to play the sound in monaural  
mode, use a connecting cable (optional) for that  
purpose.  
When your TV is connected to a VCR  
Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input  
on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable. Set  
the input selector on the VCR to LINE.  
Playback  
59  
     
4 Press PLAY.  
Locating a scene on a  
tape for playback  
The playback starts from the point  
designated “0:00:00” on the tape counter.  
To cancel the operation  
Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote  
Commander again.  
Searching quickly for a desired  
scene – Zero set memory  
b Note  
• There may be a discrepancy of several seconds  
between the time code and the tape counter.  
• Zero set memory will not function correctly if there  
is a blank section between recorded sections on the  
tape.  
m REW  
PLAY  
STOP  
Searching for a scene using  
Cassette Memory – Title search  
DISPLAY  
ZERO SET MEMORY  
You can locate a scene where you have added a  
title (p. 81).  
1 During playback, press ZERO SET  
MEMORY on the Remote  
Commander at the point you want to  
locate later on.  
SEARCH M.  
The tape counter is reset to “0:00:00” and  
appears on the screen.  
. / >  
STOP  
60min  
0:00:00  
P-MENU  
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
If the tape counter is not displayed, press  
DISPLAY on the Remote Commander.  
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.  
2 Press SEARCH M. on the Remote  
Commander repeatedly to select  
[TITLE SEARCH].  
2 Press STOP when you want to stop  
playback.  
3 Press m REW.  
The tape stops automatically when the tape  
counter reaches “0:00:00.”  
Playback  
60  
             
3 Press .(previous)/> (next) on  
the Remote Commander to select a  
title that you want to play.  
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.  
Playback starts automatically from the  
selected title.  
2 Press SEARCH M. on the Remote  
Commander repeatedly to select  
[DATE SEARCH].  
TITLE SEARCH  
0:00:00:00  
Present point on  
the tape  
1
2
3
4
5
6
HELLO !  
HAPPY BIRTHDAY  
HAPPY HOLIDAYS  
CONGRATULATIONS !  
OUR SWEET BABY  
WEDDING  
3 Press . (previous)/> (next) on  
the Remote Commander to select a  
recording date.  
Point where the  
playback starts  
When your cassette has Cassette Memory,  
you can select the recording date itself.  
When your cassette does not have Cassette  
Memory, you can select the previous or the  
next date of the present point on the tape.  
Playback starts automatically from the  
point where the date changes.  
To cancel the operation  
Press STOP on the Remote Commander.  
b Note  
• You cannot use Title search when [  
set to [OFF] on the  
Screen example  
(when the cassette has Cassette Memory):  
SEARCH] is  
(EDIT/PLAY) menu (it is  
DATE SEARCH  
0:00:00:00  
set to [ON] by default) (p. 81).  
• The Title search will not function correctly when  
there is a blank section between recorded sections on  
the tape.  
Present point on  
the tape  
1
2
3
JAN/ 4/ 04  
JAN/ 4/ 04  
JAN/ 5/ 04  
Point where the  
playback starts  
Searching for a scene by date of  
recording – Date search  
To cancel the operation  
Press STOP on the Remote Commander.  
When you are using a cassette with Cassette  
Memory, you can locate a scene by the  
recording date ([ SEARCH] is set to [ON]  
by default). When you are using a cassette  
that does not have Cassette Memory, you can  
locate the point where the recording date  
changes.  
b Note  
• If one day’s recording is less than 2 minutes, your  
camcorder may not accurately find the point where  
the recording date changes.  
• The Date search will not function correctly when  
there is a blank section between recorded sections on  
the tape.  
• You can record date/time data for up to 6 days.  
When you have recorded for more than 7 days on a  
tape, locate the date without using the Cassette  
Memory. To turn off the Cassette Memory, select  
SEARCH M.  
. / >  
the  
(EDIT/PLAY) menu, [  
SEARCH],  
and then [OFF] (p. 81).  
STOP  
Playback  
61  
     
BAdvanced operations  
4 Select the icon of the desired menu  
with  
/
, then touch  
.
Using the Menu  
CAMERA SET (p. 64)  
MEMORY SET (p. 70)  
PICT.APPLI. (p. 74)  
EDIT/PLAY (p. 80)  
Selecting menu items  
You can change various settings or make  
detailed adjustments using the menu items  
displayed on the screen.  
STANDARD SET (p. 84)  
TIME/LANGU. (p. 89)  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
TITISP  
TAPE TITLE  
ALL ERASE  
REC MODE  
SP  
AUDIO MODE  
VOLUME  
MULTI ND  
OK  
5 Select the desired item with  
/
,
then touch  
.
POWER switch  
You can also touch the item directly to  
select it.  
You can scroll and see all items.  
The available items vary depending on the  
power mode of your camcorder.  
Unavailable items will be grayed out.  
1 Turn on the power (p. 17).  
2 Touch  
.
60min  
REMOTE CTRL: ON  
0:00:00:00  
The Personal Menu appears. Items that are  
used often are displayed as short-cuts.  
ON  
OFF  
Example: PLAY/EDIT mode’s  
Personal Menu  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
END  
SEARCH  
MENU  
VAR.  
SPD PB  
1/3  
VOLUME  
REC  
CTRL  
DATA  
CODE  
3 Touch [MENU] to display the menu  
index screen.  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
MEMORY SET  
STILL SET  
MOVIE SET  
ALL ERASE  
OK  
Using the Menu  
62  
         
6 Select the desired setting.  
changes to  
. If you decide not to  
change the setting, touch  
the previous screen.  
to return to  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
REMOTE CTRL: OFF  
ON  
OFF  
OK  
7 Touch  
screen.  
You can also touch  
, then  
to hide the menu  
(return) to go back  
a screen each time you touch the button.  
To use the short-cuts of the Personal  
Menu  
The available items vary depending on the  
power mode of your camcorder.  
Unavailable items will be grayed out.  
You can customize the short-cuts (p. 90).  
1
2
3
Touch  
.
Touch the desired item.  
Select the desired setting, then touch  
.
z Tip  
• When the PLAY/EDIT mode is selected, touch  
on the screen displayed after step 2 (p. 62) to display  
the video operation screen. Touch  
the previous screen.  
to return to  
• It is convenient if the items you often use appear as  
short-cuts on the Personal Menu. To customize the  
Personal Menu, see page 90.  
Using the Menu  
63  
setting is selected. The settings you can adjust  
vary depending on the power mode of your  
camcorder. The screen shows the items you can  
currently operate. Unavailable items will be  
grayed out.  
Using the  
(CAMERA SET) menu  
– PROGRAM AE/WHITE BAL./16:9 WIDE,  
etc.  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
You can select items listed below on the  
CAMERA SET menu. To select items, see  
“Selecting menu items” (p. 62).  
CAMERA SET  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
EXPOSURE  
OK  
The default settings are marked with G. The  
indicators in parentheses appear when the  
PROGRAM AE  
You can record pictures easily in a situation that requires various techniques by  
selecting the following settings.  
G AUTO  
Select this when not using PROGRAM AE.  
SPOTLIGHT*  
(spotlight) (  
Select to prevent people’s faces from appearing  
excessively white when subjects are lit by strong  
light, such as in a theater or at a wedding.  
)
PORTRAIT (soft Select to bring out the subject such as people or  
portrait) ( flowers while creating a soft background.  
)
SPORTS* (sports Select to minimize shake when shooting fast-  
lesson) (  
)
moving subjects such as in tennis or golf.  
BEACH&SKI*  
Select to prevent people’s faces from appearing  
(beach & ski) ( ) dark in strong light or reflected light, such as at a  
beach in midsummer or on a ski slope.  
SUNSET&MOON Select to maintain the atmosphere of situations  
** (sunset & moon) such as sunsets, general night views, fireworks,  
(
)
and neon signs.  
LANDSCAPE**  
(landscape) (  
Select when shooting distant subjects such as  
mountains. This setting also prevents your  
camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh  
in windows that comes in between the camcorder  
and the subject.  
)
Using the Menu  
64  
       
* Your camcorder is adjusted to focus only on subjects in the middle to far distance.  
**Your camcorder is adjusted to focus only on distant subjects.  
b Note  
• [SPORTS] (sports lesson) will not work when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-  
MEMORY.  
SPOT METER  
EXPOSURE  
WHITE BAL.  
See page 37 for details.  
See page 38 for details.  
You can adjust the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment.  
G AUTO  
Select when you want to record with the white balance adjusted  
automatically.  
OUTDOOR (  
)
• Select when recording a sunset/sunrise, general night views, neon  
signs, or fireworks.  
• Select when under daylight fluorescent lamps.  
INDOOR (n)  
• Select when recording at a party or in studios where lighting  
conditions change quickly.  
• Select when under video lamps such as those in a studio, under  
sodium lamps, mercury lamps or warm white fluorescent lamps.  
ONE PUSH (  
)
Select when you want to record with the white balance adjusted  
according to the ambient light.  
1
2
Select [ONE PUSH].  
Frame a white object such as a piece of paper, to fill  
the screen under the same lighting conditions as you  
will shoot the subject.  
3
Touch [  
].  
flashes quickly.  
When the white balance has been adjusted and stored in  
the memory, the indicator stops flashing.  
b Note  
• Do not shake your camcorder while  
is flashing quickly.  
• When  
could not be set.  
• If keeps flashing even after you have touched  
[WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO].  
flashes slowly, the white balance has not been set, or  
, set  
,continued  
Using the Menu  
65  
   
b Note  
• You cannot use the white balance together with the NightShot plus, or Super NightShot  
plus function.  
• The setting returns to [AUTO] when you disconnect the power source from your camcorder  
for more than 5 minutes.  
z Tip  
• For better color balance adjustment when [WHITE BAL.] is set to [AUTO], aim your  
camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds after setting the POWER switch  
to CAMERA-TAPE when:  
– You remove the battery pack for replacement.  
– You bring your camcorder outdoors from inside the house while using fixed exposure, or  
bring your camcorder in from outside.  
•
Redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure when:  
– You changed the [PROGRAM AE] settings when [WHITE BAL.] is set to [ONE PUSH].  
– You brought your camcorder outdoors from inside the house, or vice versa.  
• Set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO] or [ONE PUSH] under white or cool white fluorescent  
lamps.  
SHARPNESS  
For DCR-HC85:  
You can adjust the sharpness of the image outline with  
/
.
appears  
when the sharpness is anything other than the default setting.  
Sharpen  
Soften  
AUTO SHUTTER  
GON  
OFF  
Select to automatically activate the electronic shutter to adjust the  
shutter speed when recording in bright conditions.  
Select when recording without using the electronic shutter.  
SPOT FOCUS  
EXP.FOCUS  
See page 40 for details.  
For DCR-HC85:  
When you are recording pictures on a “Memory Stick Duo” while focusing  
manually, you can see if the focus is correctly adjusted by magnifying the center  
of the picture to twice its original size (p. 41).  
GOFF  
Select to deactivate expanded focus.  
Select to activate expanded focus.  
ON  
Using the Menu  
66  
     
FLASH SET  
Note that these settings will not function with external flashes that do not support  
the following settings.  
FLASH MODE  
For DCR-HC65:  
GON  
Select to trigger the flash (optional) regardless of the  
brightness of the surroundings.  
ON  
Select to trigger the flash (optional) regardless of the  
brightness of the surroundings. The flash pre-flashes to  
reduce the red-eye phenomenon.  
AUTO  
AUTO  
Select to trigger the flash (optional) automatically.  
Select to trigger the flash (optional) automatically. The flash  
pre-flashes to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.  
b Note  
• If the flash is not capable of preventing the red-eye phenomenon, you can select only [ON]  
or [AUTO].  
FLASH LEVEL  
You can select an appropriate flash setting for recording with an external flash  
(optional).  
HIGH (  
)
Select to make the flash level higher than the standard setting.  
Standard setting.  
GNORMAL (  
)
LOW (  
)
Select to make the flash level lower than the standard setting.  
b Note  
• The setting returns to [NORMAL] when you disconnect the power source from your  
camcorder for more than 5 minutes.  
REDEYE REDUC  
For DCR-HC85:  
GOFF  
Select to disable the red-eye reduction.  
ON (  
)
Select to activate the flash before recording to prevent red-eye (p. 31).  
SUPER NSPLUS  
See page 39 for details.  
,continued  
Using the Menu  
67  
       
NS LIGHT  
When using the NightShot plus function to record, you can record clearer pictures  
by using the NightShot Light to emit infrared rays (invisible).  
GON  
Select to use the NightShot Light (p. 39).  
Select to disable the NightShot Light (p. 39).  
OFF  
COLOR SLOW S  
SELF-TIMER  
See page 39 for details.  
See page 28, 33 for details.  
DIGITAL ZOOM  
You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level  
greater than 10 times while recording on a tape. Note that the image quality  
decreases when you are using the digital zoom. This function is useful when  
recording enlarged pictures of a distant subject, such as a bird.  
The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming  
zone.  
The zooming zone appears when you select the  
zooming level.  
GOFF  
Select to deactivate the digital zoom. Up to 10 times zoom is  
performed optically.  
20 ×  
Select to activate the digital zoom. 10 times through 20 times zoom is  
performed digitally.  
120 ×  
Select to activate the digital zoom. 10 times through 120 times zoom  
is performed digitally.  
16:9 WIDE  
You can record a 16:9 wide picture on the tape to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV  
([16:9 WIDE] mode).  
With this function [ON], your camcorder offers even wider angles when you  
move the power zoom lever to the “W” side than recording in [OFF].  
When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system  
and play the tape, the TV switches to full mode automatically.  
Refer also to the manuals supplied with your TV.  
Using the Menu  
68  
       
When viewed on the LCD screen/viewfinder  
When viewed on a 16:9 wide screen TV*  
When viewed on a standard TV**  
* Picture appears in full screen when the wide-screen TV switches to full mode.  
**Played in 4:3 mode. When you play a picture in the wide mode, it appears as you have seen  
on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.  
GOFF  
Standard setting (to record pictures to play back on a 4:3 TV). The  
recorded picture will not be wide.  
ON (  
)
Select to record a picture to be played back on a 16:9 wide TV. The  
recorded picture will be played in full mode when you connect to your  
TV compatible with ID-1/ID-2 systems.  
z Tip  
• The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) by inserting  
signals between video signals.  
• The ID-2 system sends a copyright protection signal with the ID-1 signals inserted between  
video signals in an analog connection.  
STEADYSHOT  
You can select this function to compensate for camera-shake.  
GON  
Standard setting (enable the SteadyShot function).  
OFF (  
)
Select to deactivate the SteadyShot function.  
Select to shoot a stationary subject with a tripod, or when using a  
conversion lens (optional). Natural pictures are produced.  
PROGRES. REC  
For DCR-HC85:  
See page 28 for details.  
Using the Menu  
69  
 
setting is selected. The settings you can adjust  
vary depending on the power mode of your  
camcorder. The screen shows the items you can  
currently operate. Unavailable items will be  
grayed out.  
Using the  
(MEMORY SET) menu  
– BURST/QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE/ALL  
ERASE/NEW FOLDER, etc.  
60min  
FINE  
8
1600  
You can select items listed below on the  
MEMORY SET menu. To select items, see  
“Selecting menu items” (p. 62).  
MEMORY SET  
STILL SET  
MOVIE SET  
FORMAT  
OK  
The default settings are marked with G. The  
indicators in parentheses appear when the  
STILL SET  
BURST  
You can record several still images one after another. The number of images you  
can record changes with the image size and space available on the “Memory Stick  
Duo” you are using.  
1
Select [NORMAL], [HIGH SPEED] (DCR-HC85) or [EXP. BRKTG],  
and then touch  
.
GOFF  
Select when not recording continuously.  
NORMAL (  
)
For DCR-HC65:  
Select to record from 4 (1152 × 864 image size) to 13 (640 × 480  
image size) images continuously at approximately 0.5-second  
intervals.  
For DCR-HC85:  
Select to record from 4 (1600 × 1200 image size) to 25 (640 × 480  
image size) images continuously at approximately 0.5-second  
intervals.  
HIGH SPEED  
For DCR-HC85:  
(
)
Select to record up to 32 images (640 × 480 image size)  
continuously at approximately 0.07-second intervals.  
EXP. BRKTG  
Select to record 3 images consecutively with different exposures  
at approximately 0.5-second intervals. You can compare the 3  
images and select an image recorded in the best exposure.  
(
)
2
3
Touch  
.
Press PHOTO fully.  
In the [NORMAL] or [HIGH SPEED] (DCR-HC85) setting, the maximum  
number of images are recorded as long as you are pressing PHOTO fully.  
b Note  
• The flash (built-in or optional) will not function while you are recording images  
continuously.  
• The maximum number of images will be recorded in the self-timer mode or when you are  
operating with the Remote Commander.  
Using the Menu  
70  
         
• [EXP. BRKTG] will not function when you have space for fewer than 3 images remaining  
on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• When it is hard to see the difference between the images recorded in [EXP. BRKTG] mode  
on the LCD screen, connect your camcorder to your TV or a computer.  
For DCR-HC85:  
• The images may flicker or discolor when you select [HIGH SPEED].  
QUALITY  
GFINE (  
)
Select to record still images with the fine image quality (compressed  
to about 1/4).  
STANDARD  
Select to record still images with the standard image quality  
(compressed to about 1/10).  
(
)
IMAGE SIZE  
For DCR-HC65:  
G1152 × 864  
Select to record still images for playing on a large screen. This setting  
can be selected only in the CAMERA-MEMORY mode.  
(
)
640 × 480 (  
) Select to record many still images or for playing on a small screen.  
For DCR-HC85:  
G1600 × 1200  
Select to record still images for playing on a large screen. This setting  
can be selected only in the CAMERA-MEMORY mode.  
(
)
1600  
640 × 480 (  
) Select to record many still images or for playing on a small screen.  
MOVIE SET  
IMAGE SIZE  
G320 × 240  
Select to record movies for playing on a large screen, or to record  
clearer pictures.  
(
)
160 × 112 (  
) Select to record for longer time.  
REMAINING  
GAUTO  
Select to display the remaining capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo”  
in the following cases:  
• After inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” with the POWER switch in  
the CAMERA-MEMORY mode (for about 5 seconds).  
• When the remaining capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo” is less  
than 2 minutes after the CAMERA-MEMORY mode is selected.  
• At the starting or ending point of the movie (for approximately 5  
seconds).  
ON  
Select to always display the remaining capacity of the “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
,continued  
Using the Menu  
71  
       
ALL ERASE  
You can delete all the pictures on a “Memory Stick Duo” that are not write-  
protected. To delete pictures one by one, see page 107.  
1
Select [ALL FILES] or [CURRNT FOLDER].  
ALL FILES  
Select to delete all the images on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
Select to delete all the images in the selected playback folder.  
CURRNT  
FOLDER  
2
3
Touch [YES] twice.  
To cancel deletion of all pictures, select [NO].  
Touch  
.
b Note  
• The folder will not be deleted even when you delete all the pictures in the folder.  
• Do not do any of the following while [ Erasing all data...] is displayed:  
– Move the POWER switch to select other power modes.  
– Operate any buttons.  
– Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
FORMAT  
The supplied or newly purchased “Memory Stick Duo” has been formatted at the  
factory, and does not require formatting.  
For details on the “Memory Stick Duo,” see page 127.  
1
Touch [YES] twice.  
To cancel formatting, select [NO].  
2
Touch  
.
b Note  
• Do not do any of the following while [  
Formatting...] is displayed:  
– Move the POWER switch to select other power modes.  
– Operate any buttons.  
– Eject the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
• Formatting erases everything on the “Memory Stick Duo” including protected image data  
and newly created folders.  
FILE NO.  
GSERIES  
Select to assign file numbers in sequence even if the “Memory Stick  
Duo” is replaced with another one. The file number is reset when a  
new folder is created or the recording folder is replaced with another.  
RESET  
Select to reset the file number to 0001 each time the “Memory Stick  
Duo” is changed.  
Using the Menu  
72  
         
NEW FOLDER  
You can create a new folder (102MSDCF to 999MSDCF) on a “Memory Stick  
Duo.” When a folder is full (a maximum of 9999 images are stored) a new folder  
is automatically created.  
1
Touch [YES].  
A newly created folder will be numbered in sequence after the last folder  
number.  
To cancel creation, select [NO].  
2
Touch  
.
b Note  
• You cannot delete the created folders using your camcorder. You will have to format the  
“Memory Stick Duo” (p. 72), or delete them using your computer.  
• The number of pictures that can be recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” decreases as the  
number of folders increases on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
REC FOLDER  
PB FOLDER  
As the default setting, pictures are saved in the 101MSDCF folder. You can select  
a folder to save your pictures. Create new folders from the [NEW FOLDER]  
menu, then select the folder to be used for recording with  
/
and touch  
.
When you have a lot of pictures, you can search for the desired picture easily when  
you sort them in folders.  
Select the playback folder with  
/
, then touch  
.
Using the Menu  
73  
       
setting is selected. The settings you can adjust  
vary depending on the power mode of your  
camcorder. The screen shows the items you can  
currently operate. Unavailable items will be  
grayed out.  
Using the  
(PICT.APPLI.) menu–  
PICT.EFFECT/SLIDE SHOW/FRAME REC/  
INT.REC-STL, etc.  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
You can select items listed below on the  
PICT.APPLI. menu. To select items, see  
“Selecting menu items” (p. 62).  
PICT. APPLI.  
OVERLAP  
D. EFFECT  
FADER  
OK  
The default settings are marked with G. The  
indicators in parentheses appear when the  
FADER  
See page 42 for details.  
OVERLAP  
See page 43 for details.  
D.EFFECT  
See page 43, 51 for details.  
PICT.EFFECT  
You can add special effects (such as films) to a picture before or after recording  
on a tape.  
appears when the effect is selected.  
GOFF  
Select when not using the Picture effect setting.  
NEG. ART  
Select to record/play the picture with the color  
and brightness of the picture reversed.  
SEPIA  
B&W  
Select to record/play the picture appearing in sepia.  
Select to record/play the picture appearing in monochrome (black-  
and-white).  
SOLARIZE  
Select to record/play the picture looking like an  
illustration with strong contrast.  
Using the Menu  
74  
     
PASTEL  
MOSAIC  
Select to record the picture looking like a pale  
pastel drawing. (This effect is not available  
during playback.)  
Select to record picture appearing mosaic-  
patterned. (This effect is not available during  
playback.)  
b Note  
• You cannot add effects to externally input pictures. Also, you cannot output pictures edited  
with Picture effects via the  
DV Interface.  
z Tip  
• You can copy pictures edited using picture effects to a “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 96) or to  
another tape (p. 94).  
MEMORY MIX  
PB ZOOM  
See page 45 for details.  
See page 56 for details.  
SLIDE SHOW  
You can play back the images stored in a “Memory Stick Duo” (or a selected  
playback folder) in sequence (slide show).  
1
2
3
Touch  
.
Touch [PB FOLDER].  
Select [ALL FILES] or [CURRNT FOLDER], then touch  
.
GALL FILES (  
) Select to execute a slide show by playing back all the images on  
the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
CURRNT  
FOLDER (  
Select to execute a slide show by playing back all the images in  
the current playback folder selected in [PB FOLDER] (p. 73).  
)
4
5
Touch [REPEAT].  
Touch [ON] or [OFF], then  
.
GON (  
)
Select to repeat the slide show.  
OFF  
Select to execute the slide show only once.  
6
Touch [END].  
,continued  
Using the Menu  
75  
   
7
Touch [START].  
Your camcorder plays back the images recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo”  
in sequence.  
To cancel the slide show, touch [END]. To pause, touch [PAUSE].  
z Tip  
• You can select the first picture for the slide show by touching  
[START].  
/
before touching  
• If movies are played in the slide show, you can adjust the volume by touching  
(decrease)/ (increase).  
FRAME REC  
You can record pictures with a stop-motion animated effect by alternately frame  
recording and then moving the subject a little. Operate your camcorder using the  
Remote Commander to prevent camera shake.  
GOFF  
Select to record in the standard recording mode.  
Select to record pictures using the frame recording.  
ON (  
)
1
2
3
Select [ON], then touch  
Touch  
Press REC START/STOP.  
A picture (approximately 6 frames) is recorded, and your  
camcorder enters the standby mode.  
.
.
4
Move the subject and repeat step 3.  
b Note  
• When you use frame recording continuously, the remaining tape time will not be indicated  
correctly.  
• The last scene will be longer than other scenes.  
SMTH INT.REC  
For DCR-HC85:  
This function is useful to observe the movement of clouds or the changes of  
daylight. Your camcorder will shoot 1 frame of the picture at a selected interval  
and keep them in memory until it has stored several frames. Then those frames are  
recorded on the tape at one time. These pictures appear smooth when played back.  
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor during  
the operation.  
[a]  
[a]  
[a]  
[b]  
[b]  
a: Shooting time  
b: Interval  
1
Touch  
.
Using the Menu  
76  
     
2
3
Select the desired interval by touching  
You can select from 1 to 120 seconds for the interval.  
/
, then touch  
.
Touch [REC START].  
Recording starts and z changes to red. When your camcorder has shot several  
frames, it records them on the tape, after performing the END SEARCH  
function depending on the interval length.  
10sec  
To interrupt smooth interval recording, touch [REC STOP]. To resume touch  
[REC START].  
To cancel smooth interval recording, touch [REC STOP], then [END].  
Do not turn off the power or disconnect the power source while a message is  
displayed on the screen.  
b Note  
• The camcorder will shoot several frames for the first and last shots of the Smooth interval  
recording.  
• You cannot use the Smooth interval recording with:  
– MEMORY MIX function  
– Memory overlap  
• Smooth interval recording is released when approximately 12 hours have elapsed after  
shooting has begun.  
• Sounds are not recorded.  
• The last few frames may not be recorded if the battery or tape has run out.  
• There may be discrepancies in the interval.  
z Tip  
• If you adjust the focus manually, you may be able to record clear pictures even if the light  
changes (p. 41).  
• You can silence the beeps during recording (p. 88).  
INTERVAL REC  
For DCR-HC65:  
You can record pictures on a tape at a selected interval, when you record flowers  
blooming, etc. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC  
Adaptor during the operation.  
,continued  
Using the Menu  
77  
 
[a]  
[a]  
[b]  
[b]  
a: [REC TIME]  
b: [INTERVAL]  
1
2
3
Touch  
.
Touch [INTERVAL].  
Select a desired interval time (30 seconds, 1, 5, or 10 minutes), then touch  
.
4
5
6
7
Touch [REC TIME].  
Select a desired recording time (0.5, 1, 1.5, or 2 seconds), then touch  
.
Touch [END].  
Touch [ON], then  
.
GOFF  
To deactivate interval recording.  
ON (  
)
To record moving pictures on a tape in the selected interval.  
8
9
Touch  
.
flashes on the screen.  
Press REC START/STOP.  
stops flashing and the interval recording starts.  
To cancel interval recording, select [OFF] in step 7.  
b Note  
• You cannot use the interval recording together with the Memory overlap.  
• There may be a discrepancy in recording time of up to ± 6 frames from the selected time.  
z Tip  
• If you adjust the focus manually, you may be able to record clear pictures even if the light  
changes (p. 41).  
• You can silence the beeps during recording (p. 88).  
INT.REC-STL  
This function is useful to observe the movement of clouds or the change of  
daylight. Your camcorder will shoot a still image at a selected interval and record  
it on a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
[a]  
[a]  
[a]  
[b]  
[b]  
a: Shooting time  
b: Interval  
1
2
Touch  
.
Select a desired interval time (1, 5, or 10 minutes), then touch  
.
Using the Menu  
78  
   
3
Touch [ON], then touch  
.
GOFF  
To deactivate interval recording.  
ON (  
)
To record still images on a “Memory Stick Duo” in the selected  
interval.  
4
5
Touch  
.
flashes.  
Press PHOTO fully.  
stops flashing and the interval photo recording starts.  
To cancel interval photo recording, select [OFF] in step 3.  
DEMO MODE  
When you remove both the cassette and “Memory Stick Duo” from your  
camcorder, and select the CAMERA-TAPE mode, you can view the  
demonstration in about 10 minutes.  
GON  
Select to see an overview of the functions available such as when you  
are using this camcorder for the first time.  
OFF  
Select when you do not intend to use the DEMO MODE.  
b Note  
• You cannot view the demonstration when the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch is set to ON.  
z Tip  
• The demonstration will be suspended in situations such as those described below.  
– When you touch the screen during the demonstration. (The demonstration starts again in  
about 10 minutes.)  
– When a cassette or “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted.  
– When a mode other than CAMERA-TAPE is selected.  
• If [A.SHUT OFF] is set to [5min] when the camcorder is used on the battery pack, the  
power will be turned off after approximately 5 minutes (p. 88).  
PRINT  
See page 110 for details.  
Using the Menu  
79  
   
power mode of your camcorder. The screen  
shows the items you can currently operate.  
Unavailable items will be grayed out.  
Using the  
(EDIT/  
PLAY) menu–  
TITLE/  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
TAPE TITLE, etc.  
EDIT/PLAY  
REC CTRL  
AUD DUB CTRL  
VAR. SPD PB  
You can select items listed below on the EDIT/  
PLAY menu. To select items, see “Selecting  
menu items” (p. 62).  
OK  
The default settings are marked with G. The  
settings you can adjust vary depending on the  
VAR.SPD PB  
See page 50 for details.  
REC CTRL  
For recording on a tape.  
See page 95, 97 for details.  
AUD DUB CTRL  
See page 106 for details.  
PROG.EDIT  
OTHER DEVICE Select to make programs and dubbing the selected scenes to a tape on  
a VCR (p. 98).  
MEMORY STICK Select to make programs and dubbing the selected scenes to a  
“Memory Stick Duo” (p. 102).  
REC CTRL  
BURN DVD  
For recording on a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
See page 95, 96 for details.  
When your camcorder is connected to a Sony VAIO series personal computer,  
you can easily burn the picture recorded on the tape on a DVD (Direct Access to  
“Click to DVD”) using this command. See the supplied “Computer Applications  
Guide” for details.  
Using the Menu  
80  
         
BURN VCD  
When your camcorder is connected to a personal computer, you can easily burn  
the picture recorded on the tape on a CD-R (Direct Access to Video CD Burn)  
using this command. See the supplied “Computer Applications Guide” for details.  
END SEARCH  
EXEC  
Select to activate the END SEARCH function. The most recently  
recorded picture is played back for about 5 seconds and then stops  
automatically.  
CANCEL  
Select to stop the END SEARCH function.  
SEARCH  
TITLE  
GON  
Select when you want to search for a scene, title, etc. using the  
Cassette Memory (p. 60, 61).  
OFF  
Select to search without using Cassette Memory.  
Any titles you have superimposed using this camcorder can only be viewed on a  
video cassette device with the index titler function. If you superimpose a  
title, you will be able to search for it using Title search. You can superimpose up  
to about 20 titles (about 5 letters per title) on a cassette with Cassette Memory.  
Note, however, that only 11 titles can be recorded when other data (6 date/time  
data/1 cassette label) is recorded.  
1
Select a desired title from the displayed titles (2 original titles that you  
have created before and the preset titles that have been stored in your  
camcorder). You can create original titles (up to 2 types of title of within  
20 characters each) in the following procedure.  
1 Select [CUSTOM 1 ” ”] or [CUSTOM 2 ” ”] using  
touch  
/
, then  
.
2 Touch the button repeatedly to select the desired character on the  
button.  
TITLE  
STBY  
0:00:00  
END  
E___________________  
&?!  
ABC DEF  
JKL MNO  
123  
45  
678  
90  
GHI  
PQR  
S
WXY  
'
. ,  
/ –  
TUV  
Z
OK  
To erase a character: Touch  
.
To insert a space: Touch  
.
,continued  
Using the Menu  
81  
         
3 Touch  
character in the same manner.  
4 When you have finished entering characters, touch  
to move s to select the next character, and enter the  
.
2
3
Touch  
Touch  
.
(color),  
/
(position), [SIZE] as necessary to select a  
desired color, position or size.  
Color  
white t yellow t violet t red t cyan t green t blue  
Position  
You can select from 8 to 9 choices.  
Size  
small y large  
(You can only select the small size when you are entering more than 13  
characters.)  
4
5
Touch  
.
Touch [SAVE].  
During playback, playback pause, or recording  
[TITLE SAVE] is displayed on the screen for about 5 seconds and the title is  
set.  
During recording standby  
[TITLE] appears. When you press REC START/STOP to start recording,  
[TITLE SAVE] is displayed on the screen for about 5 seconds, and the title is  
set.  
b Note  
• The point you superimposed the title may be detected as an index signal when searching a  
recording with other video device.  
• When you are using your camcorder on the battery pack and do not operate it for 5 minutes,  
the power automatically goes off as the default setting. If you may take 5 minutes or longer  
to enter characters, set [A.SHUT OFF] on the  
(STANDARD SET) menu to  
[NEVER] (p. 88). The power will not be turned off. Even though the power goes off, the  
characters you have entered remain stored in memory. Turn the power back on, then start  
again from step 1 to continue superimposing the title.  
z Tip  
• To change a created title, select the title in step 1, then touch  
characters again.  
. Then, reselect the  
TITL ERASE  
1
2
Select the title that you want to delete using  
/
, then touch  
.
Confirm the title is the one you want to erase, then touch [YES].  
To cancel the operation, touch [NO].  
3
Touch  
.
Using the Menu  
82  
 
TITLE DISP  
TAPE TITLE  
You can view the title when you play back the picture.  
GON  
Select to display the title when a scene superimposed with a title  
appears.  
OFF  
Select when you do not want to display the title.  
You can label a cassette with Cassette Memory (up to 10 letters).  
The label will be displayed for approximately 5 seconds when you select the  
CAMERA-TAPE mode and insert a cassette, or when you select the PLAY/EDIT  
mode. Up to 4 titles will be displayed at the same time if the cassette has titles  
superimposed.  
1
Touch the button repeatedly to select the desired character on the button.  
TAPE TITLE  
STBY  
0:00:00  
END  
&?!  
ABC DEF  
123  
45  
678  
90  
GHI  
JKL MNO  
PQR  
S
WXY  
'
. ,  
/ –  
TUV  
Z
OK  
To erase a character: Touch  
.
To insert a space: Touch  
.
2
Touch  
to move s to select the next character, and enter the  
character in the same manner.  
3
4
When you have finished entering characters, touch  
.
Touch  
.
z Tip  
• To erase the label you have created, touch  
touch  
repeatedly to erase the characters, then  
.
• To change the label you have created, insert the cassette into your camcorder and go  
through the procedure from step 1.  
ALL ERASE  
You can delete all data such as date, title, and cassette label saved in the Cassette  
Memory at one time.  
1
Touch [YES] twice.  
To cancel deletion of all data, select [NO].  
2
Touch  
.
Using the Menu  
83  
     
The default settings are marked with G. The  
indicators in parentheses appear when the  
setting is selected. The settings you can adjust  
vary depending on the power mode of your  
camcorder. The screen shows the items you can  
currently operate. Unavailable items will be  
grayed out.  
Using the  
(STANDARD SET)  
menu– REC MODE/MULTI-  
SOUND/AUDIO MIX/USB-CAMERA, etc.  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
You can select the items listed below on the  
STANDARD SET menu. To select these  
items, see “Selecting menu items” (p. 62).  
STANDARD SET  
REC MODE  
AUDIO MODE  
VOLUME  
OK  
REC MODE  
GSP ( SP )  
Select to record in the SP (Standard Play) mode on a cassette.  
LP ( LP )  
Select to increase the recording time to 1.5 times the SP mode (Long  
Play). The use of Sony Excellence/Master mini DV cassette is  
recommended to get the most out of your camcorder.  
b Note  
• You cannot add sound on the tape recorded in the LP mode.  
• If you record in the LP mode, a mosaic-like noise may appear or sound may be interrupted  
when you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs.  
• When you mix recordings in the SP mode and in the LP mode on one tape, the playback  
picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written properly between the scenes.  
AUDIO MODE  
G12BIT  
Select to record in the 12-bit mode (2 stereo sounds).  
16BIT (  
)
Select to record in the 16-bit mode (1 stereo sound with high quality).  
VOLUME  
See page 49, 52 for details.  
MULTI-SOUND  
You can select how to play back audio recorded on a tape in stereo mode.  
GSTEREO  
Select to play back a stereo tape or dual sound track tape with main  
and sub sound.  
1
2
Select to play back a stereo tape with the left channel sound or a dual  
sound track tape with main sound.  
Select to play back a stereo tape with the right channel sound or a dual  
sound track tape with sub sound.  
Using the Menu  
84  
                     
b Note  
• You can play back a dual sound track cassette on this camcorder. However, you cannot  
record a dual sound track on this camcorder.  
• The setting returns to [STEREO] when you disconnect the power source from your  
camcorder for more than 5 minutes.  
AUDIO MIX  
LCD/VF SET  
You can adjust the audio balance between the originally recorded sound (ST1)  
and sound added afterwards (ST2) on the tape (p. 107).  
b Note  
• You cannot adjust sound recorded in 16 bit audio mode.  
• Only the originally recorded sound will be heard when you disconnect the power source  
from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes.  
The recorded picture will not be affected by this setting.  
See page 18 for details.  
LCD BRIGHT  
LCD BL LEVEL  
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’s backlight.  
GNORMAL  
Standard brightness.  
BRIGHT  
Select to brighten the LCD screen.  
b Note  
• When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically  
selected for the setting.  
• When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording.  
LCD COLOR  
VF B.LIGHT  
Touch  
/
to adjust the color on the LCD screen.  
High intensity  
Low intensity  
You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.  
GNORMAL  
Standard brightness.  
BRIGHT  
To brighten the viewfinder screen.  
,continued  
Using the Menu  
85  
         
b Note  
• When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically  
selected for the setting.  
• When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is reduced by about 10 percent during recording.  
A/VcDV OUT  
You can connect a digital device and an analog device to your camcorder and  
convert the signal transmitted from the connected devices to the appropriate signal  
on your camcorder.  
GOFF  
Select when not using the Digital convert function.  
ON (  
)
To output analog images and sound in digital format using your  
camcorder.  
The analog signal input to the AUDIO/VIDEO jack of your camcorder  
will be converted and output from the DV Interface of your  
camcorder.  
For details, refer to the “Computer Applications Guide.”  
VIDEO INPUT  
USB-CAMERA  
USB-PLY/EDT  
When you connect your camcorder to another device using the supplied A/V  
connecting cable, set the type of plug you are going to use for the connection.  
GVIDEO  
Select to input a video signal.  
S VIDEO  
Select to input an S video signal.  
You can connect a USB cable (supplied) to your camcorder, and view the picture  
displayed on the screen of your camcorder on your computer (USB Streaming).  
For details, refer to the “Computer Applications Guide.”  
GOFF  
Select to deactivate the USB Streaming function.  
Select to activate the USB Streaming function.  
USB STREAM  
You can connect a USB cable (supplied) to your camcorder, and view the picture  
on the tape or “Memory Stick Duo” in your camcorder on your computer. For  
details, refer to the “Computer Applications Guide.”  
GSTD-USB  
PictBridge  
Select to view the picture on the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
Select to connect the PictBridge compliant printer (p. 110).  
Select to view the picture on the tape.  
USB STREAM  
Using the Menu  
86  
         
DATA CODE  
GOFF  
Select not to display date, time and the camera settings data during  
playback.  
DATE/TIME  
Select to display the date and time during playback (p. 57).  
CAMERA DATA Select to display the camera settings data during playback (p. 57).  
REMAINING  
GAUTO  
Select to display the remaining tape indicator for about 8 seconds:  
• After you select the CAMERA-TAPE mode with the cassette  
inserted, and your camcorder calculates the remaining amount of  
tape.  
• When you touch  
(play/pause).  
ON  
Select to always display the remaining tape indicator.  
REMOTE CTRL  
GON  
Select when using the Remote Commander supplied with your  
camcorder.  
OFF  
Select to deactivate the Remote Commander to prevent your  
camcorder from responding to a command sent by another VCR  
remote control unit.  
b Note  
• The setting returns to [ON] when you have the power source disconnected from your  
camcorder for more than 5 minutes.  
REC LED  
GON  
Select to turn on the camera recording lamp on the front of your  
camcorder during recording.  
OFF  
Select this setting in the following recording situations. The camera  
recording lamp will not light up during recording.  
• When you do not want the subject to be nervous about being  
recorded.  
• When you are recording close to the subject.  
• When the subject reflects the recording lamp.  
,continued  
Using the Menu  
87  
         
BEEP  
GMELODY  
Select to sound a melody when you start/stop recording, operate the  
touch panel, or when an unusual condition occurs on your camcorder.  
NORMAL  
OFF  
Select to sound a beep instead of the melody.  
Select to cancel the melody, the beep sound, the shutter sound or the  
touch panel operation confirmation beep.  
DISPLAY  
GLCD PANEL  
Select to show the displays such as the time code on the LCD screen  
and in the viewfinder.  
V-OUT/PANEL  
Select to show the displays such as the time code on the TV screen,  
LCD screen, and in the viewfinder.  
b Note  
• You cannot input a signal to your camcorder if you press DISPLAY/BATT INFO while  
[V-OUT/PANEL] is selected.  
MENU ROTATE  
You can select the scrolling direction (up or down) of the menu items on the LCD  
screen when you touch  
or  
.
GNORMAL  
Select to scroll the menu items downwards by touching  
Select to scroll the menu items upwards by touching  
.
OPPOSITE  
.
A.SHUT OFF  
G5min  
Select to activate the Auto shut off. When approximately 5 minutes  
have elapsed while you do not operate your camcorder, the camcorder  
is automatically turned off to prevent the battery from becoming  
consumed.  
NEVER  
Select to deactivate the Auto shut off.  
b Note  
• When you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet, [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set  
to [NEVER].  
Using the Menu  
88  
           
The settings you can adjust vary depending  
on the power mode of your camcorder. The  
screen shows the items you can currently  
operate. Unavailable items will be grayed out.  
Using the  
(TIME/  
– CLOCK SET/  
LANGU.) menu  
WORLD TIME, etc.  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
You can select items listed below on the TIME/  
LANGU. menu. To select items, see “Selecting  
menu items” (p. 62).  
TIME/LANGU.  
CLOCK SET  
WORLD TIME  
LANGUAGE  
OK  
CLOCK SET  
You can set the date and time (p. 19).  
WORLD TIME  
LANGUAGE  
You can adjust the time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Set the  
time difference by touching , the clock will be adjusted in accordance  
with the time difference. If you set the time difference to 0, the clock returns to  
the originally set time.  
/
You can select or change the language used for the on-screen display (p. 22). You  
can select from English, Simplified English, Canadian-French, Latin American  
Spanish, Brazilian-Portuguese, Traditional-Chinese, or Korean.  
Using the Menu  
89  
         
3 Touch [ADD].  
Customizing Personal  
Menu  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
Select the category.  
END  
CAMERA SET  
PICT. APPLI.  
EDIT/PLAY  
You can add frequently used menu items to  
Personal Menu, or sort them in the order you  
like (customizing). You can customize the  
Personal Menu for each power mode of your  
camcorder.  
STANDARD SET  
TIME/LANGU.  
OK  
4 Touch  
/
to select a menu  
category, then touch  
.
Adding a menu – Add  
The available items vary depending on the  
power mode of the camcorder.  
Only the available items are displayed.  
60min  
Select the item.  
STBY  
0:00:00  
END  
You can add frequently used menu items to  
Personal Menu for easier and faster access.  
PROGRAM AE  
SPOT METER  
EXPOSURE  
WHITE BAL.  
SHARPNESS  
b Note  
• You can add up to 28 menu items each for the  
CAMERA-TAPE, CAMERA-MEMORY, and  
PLAY/EDIT modes. If you want to add more, you  
must delete a less important menu item before  
adding a new menu item (p. 91).  
OK  
5 Touch  
/
to select a menu item,  
then touch  
.
1 Touch  
.
60min  
ADD  
STBY  
0:00:00  
Add this item to  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
CAMERA-TAPE mode's  
P-MENU?  
EXPO–  
MENU  
SURE  
YES  
NO  
SPOT  
FOCUS  
1/3  
FADER  
SPOT  
METER  
PRGRAM  
AE  
6 Touch [YES].  
The menu is added to the end of the list.  
2 Touch [P-MENU SET UP].  
If the desired menu is not displayed on the  
screen, touch  
displayed.  
/
until the menu is  
7 Touch  
.
60min  
P–MENU SET UP  
STBY  
0:00:00  
END  
ADD  
DELETE  
SORT  
RESET  
Using the Menu  
90  
   
The selected menu is deleted from Personal  
Menu.  
Deleting menu – Delete  
6 Touch  
.
1 Touch  
.
b Note  
• You cannot delete [MENU] and [P-MENU SET  
UP].  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
EXPO–  
MENU  
SURE  
SPOT  
1/3  
FADER  
FOCUS  
Arranging the order of menus  
displayed on Personal Menu  
– Sort  
SPOT  
METER  
PRGRAM  
AE  
You can sort the menus added to Personal Menu  
in the desired order.  
2 Touch [P-MENU SET UP].  
If the desired menu is not displayed on the  
screen, touch  
displayed.  
/
until the menu is  
1 Touch  
.
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
END  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
P–MENU SET UP  
EXPO–  
MENU  
SURE  
ADD  
DELETE  
SPOT  
FOCUS  
1/3  
FADER  
SORT  
RESET  
SPOT  
METER  
PRGRAM  
AE  
3 Touch [DELETE].  
2 Touch [P-MENU SET UP].  
If the menu is not displayed on the screen,  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
Select button to delete.  
touch  
displayed.  
/
until the desired menu is  
END  
EXPO–  
MENU  
SURE  
SPOT  
FOCUS  
FADER  
1/3  
60min  
P–MENU SET UP  
STBY  
0:00:00  
END  
SPOT  
METER  
PRGRAM  
AE  
ADD  
DELETE  
SORT  
RESET  
4 Touch the menu that you want to  
delete.  
60min  
DELETE  
STBY  
0:00:00  
3 Touch [SORT].  
Delete this from  
CAMERA-TAPE mode's  
P-MENU?  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
Select button to move.  
END  
EXPO–  
SURE  
YES  
NO  
MENU  
SPOT  
FOCUS  
FADER  
1/3  
SPOT  
METER  
PRGRAM  
AE  
5 Touch [YES].  
,continued  
Using the Menu  
91  
 
4 Touch the menu item you want to  
2 Touch [P-MENU SET UP].  
move.  
If the desired menu is not displayed on the  
screen, touch  
displayed.  
/
until the menu is  
60min  
Select new location.  
STBY  
0:00:00  
END  
1
3
5
2
4
6
EXPO–  
SURE  
MENU  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
END  
P–MENU SET UP  
SPOT  
FOCUS  
1/3  
FADER  
ADD  
DELETE  
SPOT  
METER  
PRGRAM  
AE  
OK  
SORT  
RESET  
5 Touch  
/
to move the menu item  
to the desired place.  
3 Touch [RESET].  
60min  
Select new location.  
STBY  
0:00:00  
END  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
1
3
5
2
4
6
RESET  
MENU  
FADER  
Initialize  
CAMERA-TAPE mode's  
P-MENU setting?  
SPOT  
FOCUS  
SPOT  
METER  
1/3  
EXPO–  
SURE  
PRGRAM  
AE  
YES  
NO  
OK  
6 Touch  
.
4 Touch [YES].  
To sort more items, repeat steps 4 to 6.  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
RESET  
7 Touch [END].  
Are you sure?  
NO  
YES  
8 Touch  
.
b Note  
• You cannot move [P-MENU SET UP].  
5 Touch [YES].  
The Personal Menu settings return to the  
default settings.  
Initializing the settings – Reset  
To cancel reset, touch [NO].  
6 Touch  
.
You can initialize Personal Menu to the default  
settings after adding or deleting menus.  
1 Touch  
.
60min  
STBY  
FADER  
0:00:00  
MENU  
SPOT  
FOCUS  
SPOT  
METER  
1/3  
EXPO–  
SURE  
PRGRAM  
AE  
Using the Menu  
92  
Dubbing/Editing  
You can record the picture from a VCR or TV  
to a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted  
into your camcorder (p. 95). You can also  
create a copy of the picture recorded on your  
camcorder on other recording device (p. 94).  
Connect your camcorder to a TV or VCR as  
shown in the following illustration.  
Connecting to a VCR  
or TV  
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet  
using the supplied AC Adaptor during the  
operation.  
Connecting with an i.LINK cable  
DV Interface  
i.LINK cable (optional)  
i.LINK jack  
When you have an S video jack on  
your TV or VCR *  
AUDIO/VIDEO jack  
2
S video plug  
(black)  
Yellow  
A/V connecting  
cable *1 (supplied)  
White  
Red  
VCRs or TVs  
Signal flow  
*1The supplied A/V connecting cable has a video  
plug and an S video plug for the video connection.  
*2This connection produces higher quality DV format  
pictures. When there is an S video jack on the  
device to be connected, connect the S video plug to  
that jack instead of using the yellow video plug.  
The audio will not be output when you connect with  
the S video plug alone.  
• 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, connect the yellow plug of the A/  
V connecting cable to the video jack, and the red  
(right channel) or the white (left channel) plug to the  
audio jack on the VCR or the TV.  
b Note  
To use an i.LINK cable for connection  
Use an i.LINK cable (optional) to connect your  
• Use the A/V connecting cable (supplied) to connect  
your camcorder to other devices. Before connecting,  
make sure the [DISPLAY] setting in the  
(STANDARD SET) menu is set to [LCD PANEL]  
(the default setting) (p. 88).  
camcorder to other device via the  
DV  
Interface. The video and sound signals are  
,continued  
Dubbing/Editing  
93  
           
transmitted digitally, producing high quality  
pictures. Note that you cannot record the picture  
and sound separately. For details, see page 131.  
Dubbing to another  
tape  
You can copy and edit the picture played  
back on your camcorder to other recording  
devices (such as VCRs).  
1 Connect your VCR to your camcorder  
as a recording device (p. 93).  
2 Prepare your VCR for recording.  
• Insert a cassette for recording.  
• If your VCR has an input selector, set it to  
the input mode.  
3 Prepare your camcorder for playback.  
• Insert the recorded cassette.  
• Slide the POWER switch to select the  
PLAY/EDIT mode.  
4 Start the playback on your camcorder,  
and record it on the VCR.  
Refer to the operating instructions supplied  
with your VCR for details.  
5 When the dubbing is finished, stop  
your camcorder and the VCR.  
b Note  
• When your camcorder is connected to the VCR via  
the DV Interface, you cannot record the title,  
indicators, information for the Cassette Memory,  
and words entered on the index screen of the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
• When dubbing using the A/V connecting cable,  
press DISPLAY/BATT INFO to hide indicators  
such as time code (p. 57). Otherwise, they will be  
recorded on the tape.  
• To record the date/time and camera settings data,  
have them displayed on screen (p. 57).  
• Pictures edited with Picture effect ([PICT.EFFECT]  
p. 74), Digital effect (p. 43, 51), or Playback zoom  
(p. 56) cannot be output via the DV Interface.  
• When connected using the i.LINK cable, the  
recorded picture becomes rough when a picture is  
paused on your camcorder while recording to a  
VCR.  
Dubbing/Editing  
94  
   
3 Select the  
then [  
(EDIT/PLAY) menu,  
REC CTRL] with an icon.  
Recording pictures  
from a VCR or TV  
5 Start playing the cassette on your  
VCR, or select a TV program.  
You can record and edit pictures or TV  
programs from a VCR or TV on a tape or a  
“Memory Stick Duo” inserted in your  
camcorder. You can also record a scene as a  
still image on a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
Insert a cassette or a “Memory Stick Duo” for  
recording in your camcorder. If you have  
connected the A/V connecting cable, select  
the input signal in [VIDEO INPUT] in the  
(STANDARD SET) menu (p. 86).  
The picture played on the connected device  
appears on the LCD screen of your  
camcorder.  
6 Touch [REC START] at the point you  
want to start recording.  
7 Stop recording.  
When recording on a tape  
Touch  
(stop) or [REC PAUSE].  
When recording on a “Memory Stick  
Duo”  
Recording movies  
Touch [REC STOP].  
8 Touch  
, then  
.
1 Connect your TV or VCR to your  
camcorder (p. 93).  
z Tip  
• The  
indicator appears when you connect your  
camcorder and other devices via an i.LINK cable.  
(This indicator may also appear on your TV.)  
• When recording movies on a “Memory Stick Duo,”  
you can skip step 4 and press REC START/STOP in  
step 6.  
2 If you are recording from a VCR,  
insert a cassette.  
3 Slide the POWER switch to select the  
PLAY/EDIT mode.  
Recording still images  
4 Operate your camcorder to record  
movies.  
When recording on a tape  
1 Touch  
2 Touch [  
icon.  
.
1 Perform steps 1 to 3 in “Recording  
REC CTRL] with an  
movies” (p. 95).  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch . If you cannot find it,  
touch [MENU], and select it from the  
(EDIT/PLAY) menu (p. 80).  
3 Touch [REC PAUSE].  
/
2 Play the video, or receive the TV  
program you want to record.  
The pictures on the VCR or TV appear on  
the screen of your camcorder.  
When recording on a “Memory Stick  
Duo”  
1 Touch  
.
2 Touch [MENU].  
,continued  
Dubbing/Editing  
95  
       
3 Press PHOTO lightly at the scene you  
want to record. Check the image and  
press it fully.  
Dubbing pictures  
from a tape to a  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
The image is not recorded unless you press  
PHOTO fully. Release it if you do not want  
to record the scene, and select other scene  
as described above.  
You can record movies (with sound recorded  
in monaural) or still images (fixed to image  
size [640 × 480]) on a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
Make sure you have a recorded tape and a  
“Memory Stick Duo” inserted into your  
camcorder.  
1 Slide the POWER switch to select the  
PLAY/EDIT mode.  
2 Search and record the scene you want  
to record.  
When recording a still image  
1 Touch  
(play) to play back the tape.  
2 Press PHOTO lightly at the scene you  
want to record. Check the image and  
press it fully.  
60min  
FINE  
640  
101  
P-MENU  
When recording a movie  
1 Touch  
.
2 Touch [MENU].  
3 Select the  
then [  
4 Touch  
(EDIT/PLAY) menu,  
REC CTRL] with an icon.  
(play) to play back the tape.  
REC CTRL  
0:00:00:00  
REC  
START  
2min  
5 Touch [REC START] at the point you  
want to start recording.  
6 Touch [REC STOP] at the point you  
want to stop recording.  
7 Touch  
(stop) to stop tape playback.  
Dubbing/Editing  
96  
   
8 Touch  
, then  
.
Dubbing still images  
from a “ Memory Stick  
Duo” to a tape  
b Note  
• The Data code and titles recorded on the tape cannot  
be recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.” The time  
and date the picture is recorded on the “Memory  
Stick Duo” will be recorded.  
• The sound is recorded in 32 kHz monaural.  
You can record still images on a tape.  
Make sure you have the “Memory Stick Duo”  
with the images and a tape inserted into your  
camcorder.  
z Tip  
• You can also record a movie by pressing REC  
START/STOP during tape playback.  
• For the recording time of movies, see page 26.  
1 Slide the POWER switch to select the  
PLAY/EDIT mode.  
2 Search for the point where you want to  
start dubbing by touching  
(rewind) or  
touch  
(fast forward), then  
(stop).  
3 Touch  
4 Touch  
.
(previous)/  
select the image you want to dub.  
(next) to  
5 Touch  
.
6 Touch [  
REC CTRL] with an  
icon.  
If the item is not displayed on the screen,  
touch . If you cannot find it, touch  
/
[MENU], and select it from the  
(EDIT/PLAY) menu.  
7 Touch [REC PAUSE].  
8 Touch [REC START].  
The selected image is dubbed to the tape.  
9 Touch  
(stop) or [REC PAUSE]  
when you want to stop recording.  
To dub other still images, select images by  
touching  
9.  
/
, then repeat steps 7 to  
,continued  
Dubbing/Editing  
97  
   
10Touch  
, then  
.
Dubbing selected  
scenes from a tape  
b Note  
• You cannot dub the index screen.  
• You may not be able to dub images modified on your  
computer or recorded with other camcorders on your  
camcorder.  
– Digital program editing  
You can select up to 20 scenes (programs)  
and record them in the desired order to other  
recording device such as VCRs or to a  
“Memory Stick Duo” inserted in your  
camcorder.  
• You cannot dub MPEG movies on the tape.  
When you are recording on a “Memory Stick  
Duo,” skip steps 1 and 2 and start from  
“Recording the selected scenes as programs”  
(p. 102).  
Delete unwanted scene  
Change the order  
Results of editing  
Step 1 : Preparing your  
camcorder and VCR for operation  
Follow the steps below when you are  
performing a digital program edit for the first  
time to a tape in a VCR. You can skip this  
setting if you have set up the VCR by the  
following procedure before.  
b Note  
• You cannot perform the Digital program editing on  
a VCR that does not support [IR SETUP] codes.  
• The operating signal for the Digital program editing  
cannot be transferred via the LANC jack.  
Dubbing/Editing  
98  
       
1 Connect your VCR to the camcorder  
7 Touch  
/
to select  
as a recording device (p. 93).  
[PROG.EDIT], then touch  
.
You can use either the A/V connecting  
cable or the i.LINK cable to make the  
connection. The dubbing procedure is  
easier with the i.LINK connection.  
PROG. EDIT  
0:00:00:00  
END  
Select the media.  
OTHER  
DEVICE  
MEMORY  
STICK  
2 Prepare your VCR.  
• Insert a cassette for recording.  
• Set the input selector to input mode if your  
VCR has one.  
8 Touch [OTHER DEVICE].  
PROG. EDIT  
MARK  
0:00:00:00  
EDIT  
SET  
START  
UNDO  
IN  
3 Prepare your camcorder (playing  
device).  
TOTAL 0:00:00:00  
SCENE  
0
• Insert a cassette for editing.  
• Slide the POWER switch to select the  
PLAY/EDIT mode.  
END  
9 Touch [EDIT SET].  
4 Touch  
.
PROG. EDIT  
EDIT SET  
0:00:00:00  
END  
CON–  
TROL  
ADJ  
TEST  
5 Touch [MENU].  
1/2  
CUT–  
IN  
CUT–  
OUT  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
MEMORY SET  
MOVIE SET  
ALL ERASE  
STILL SET  
10Touch [CONTROL].  
OK  
PROG. EDIT  
CONTROL:  
0:00:00:00  
IR  
IR  
i. LINK  
6 Touch  
/
to select  
(EDIT/  
PLAY), then touch  
.
60min  
0:00:00:00  
D. EFF
PICT. EFFECT  
11Select [IR] or [i.LINK].  
PRINT  
VAR. SPD PB  
When connecting with an A/V  
connecting cable  
REC CTRL  
AUD DUR CTRL  
PROGT  
OK  
Touch [IR], then  
. Follow the procedure  
described in “To set the [IR SETUP] code”  
(p. 100).  
When connecting with an i.LINK  
cable  
Touch [i.LINK], then  
. Go on to “Step  
2 : Adjusting the synchronization of the  
VCR” (p. 101).  
Dubbing/Editing  
99  
 
To set the [IR SETUP] code  
[IR SETUP] code list  
When you connect with an A/V connecting  
cable, you need to check the [IR SETUP] code  
signal to see if your VCR can be operated by  
your camcorder (infrared ray emitter).  
The following [IR SETUP] codes are recorded  
on your camcorder by default. (It is set at “3” as  
the default setting.)  
Manufacturing  
company  
[IR SETUP] code  
Remote sensor  
Sony  
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6  
89  
Infrared ray emitter  
VCR  
Admiral (M. Wards)  
Aiwa  
47, 54, 80  
49, 51  
Akai  
Audio Dynamic  
21, 35  
Bell&Howell (M. Wards) 36  
Broksonic  
Canon  
21, 70, 82  
1
2
Touch  
Select the [IR SETUP] code of your VCR  
with , then touch  
For the [IR SETUP] code of your VCR,  
refer to “[IR SETUP] code list” (p. 100).  
When there is more than one code listed for  
the manufacturer of your VCR, try each  
code and find the most appropriate one.  
, then [IR SETUP].  
77, 78  
Citizen  
47  
/
.
Craig  
47, 73  
Curtis Mathis  
Daewoo  
DBX  
8, 77, 80  
26, 40, 77  
21, 33, 35  
Dimensia  
Emerson  
Fisher  
8
3
4
Touch [PAUSEMODE].  
26, 48, 59, 70, 80, 81, 82  
Select the mode to cancel recording  
pause on the VCR, then touch  
36, 37, 44, 45  
.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied  
with your VCR for details on operation.  
Funai  
80  
General Electric  
Goldstar/LG  
GO VIDEO  
Hitachi  
8, 32*, 77, 94*, 101  
5
6
Point the infrared ray emitter of your  
camcorder towards the remote sensor on  
your VCR, from about 30 cm (12 in.)  
away, with no obstructions.  
47  
71  
8, 42, 78  
Insert a cassette into your VCR, and set  
the VCR to recording pause.  
HQ  
40  
Instant Replay  
JC Penny  
JVC  
77, 78  
7
8
Touch [IR TEST].  
8, 21, 33, 35, 36, 42, 77  
12, 13, 14, 21, 33, 35  
21, 33, 35, 47  
Touch [EXEC].  
The recording starts on your VCR when the  
setting is correct. [Completed.] appears  
when the [IR SETUP] code test is finished.  
Go on to “Step 2 : Adjusting the  
Kenwood  
LXI (Sears)  
36, 37, 42, 44, 45, 47,  
49, 80  
synchronization of the VCR” (p. 101).  
When recording fails to start, select another  
[IR SETUP] code and try again.  
Magnavox  
Marantz  
17, 77, 78, 83  
21, 33, 35  
47  
Marta  
Memorex  
Minolta  
37, 77  
8, 42  
Mitsubishi/MGA  
22, 23, 24, 28, 29  
Dubbing/Editing  
100  
         
Manufacturing  
company  
[IR SETUP] code  
Step 2  
: Adjusting the  
synchronization of the VCR  
Multitech  
NEC  
23, 32, 80  
21, 33, 35  
77, 78  
Olympic  
Optimus  
Orion  
Follow the steps below when you are  
performing digital program edit for the first  
time to a tape in a VCR. You can skip this  
setting if you have set up your VCR before  
using the following procedure.  
You can adjust the synchronization of your  
camcorder and the VCR to avoid not  
recording the starting scene.  
22  
60  
Panasonic  
Pentax  
16, 17, 77, 78  
8, 42  
Philco  
26, 70, 77, 78  
47, 77, 78, 83  
78  
Philips  
Pioneer  
Quasar  
1 Remove the cassette from your  
camcorder. Prepare a pen and paper  
to take notes.  
6, 16, 17, 77, 78  
RCA/PROSCAN  
7, 8, 16, 40, 41, 42, 77,  
78, 78*, 83, 101  
Realistic  
Sansui  
22, 36, 37, 77, 80, 88  
2 Set the VCR to recording pause mode.  
21  
73  
Skip this step if you have selected [i.LINK]  
in step 11 on p. 99.  
Singer  
Samsung  
24, 24*, 32, 32*, 41, 94,  
94*  
bNote  
• Run the tape for about 10 seconds before  
pausing. The starting scenes may not get  
recorded when you start recording from the  
beginning of the tape.  
Sanyo  
Scott  
26, 36, 37, 47  
22, 23, 24, 28, 32, 37,  
40, 41  
Sharp  
88, 89  
3 Touch  
, then [ADJ TEST].  
Shintom  
Signature 2000  
Sylvania  
Symphonic  
Tashiro  
Tatung  
73  
80, 89  
PROG. EDIT  
ADJ TEST  
0:00:00:00  
77, 78, 80, 83  
80  
Set the recording  
device in  
rec. pause mode.  
EXEC  
CANCEL  
47  
21, 33, 35  
21, 33, 35, 80  
77, 78  
Teac  
4 Touch [EXEC].  
Technics  
Toshiba  
Wards  
A picture (about 50 seconds long) with 5  
[IN] and [OUT] indicators each for  
adjusting synchronization is recorded.  
[Completed.] appears when the recording is  
finished.  
7, 40, 49  
37, 47, 88, 89, 95  
21, 33, 35, 36  
95  
Yamaha  
Zenith  
PROG. EDIT  
ADJ TEST  
0:00:00:00  
* TV/VCR component  
Completed.  
,continued  
Dubbing/Editing  
101  
   
Recording the selected scenes as  
programs  
5 Rewind the tape on your VCR, then  
play back in slow mode.  
5 opening numbers for each [IN] and  
closing numbers for each [OUT] appear.  
When you are performing a digital program  
edit for the first time to a tape in a VCR, go  
through the procedures described in Steps 1  
and 2 (p. 98 to p. 101) beforehand.  
6 Take a note of the opening number  
value of each [CUT-IN] and the closing  
number value of each [CUT-OUT],  
then calculate the average number  
value for each [CUT-IN] and [CUT-  
OUT].  
1 Prepare a cassette or a “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
Insert a tape to be played back into the  
camcorder.  
7 Touch [CUT-IN].  
When you are recording on a tape, insert a  
cassette for recording into your VCR. When  
you are recording on a “Memory Stick  
Duo,” insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into  
your camcorder.  
PROG. EDIT  
CUT–IN  
0:00:00:00  
0
- ~+  
60 240  
2 Touch  
.
8 Touch  
/
to select the average  
number value for [CUT-IN], then  
3 Touch [MENU].  
touch  
.
60min  
0:00:00:00  
The calculated start position for recording  
is set.  
MEMORY SET  
STILL SET  
MOVIE SET  
ALL ERASE  
9 Touch [CUT-OUT].  
OK  
PROG. EDIT  
CUT–OUT  
0:00:00:00  
4 Touch  
/
to select  
(EDIT/  
PLAY), then touch  
.
0
- ~+  
60 240  
60min  
0:00:00:00  
D. EFFECT  
PICT. EFFECT  
PRINT  
VAR. SPD PB  
10Touch  
/
to select the average  
REC CTRL  
AUD DUR CTRL  
PROGT  
number value for [CUT-OUT], then  
OK  
touch  
.
The calculated stop position for recording is  
set.  
5 Touch  
/
to select  
[PROG.EDIT], then touch  
.
11Touch [END] twice.  
PROG. EDIT  
0:00:00:00  
END  
Select the media.  
OTHER  
DEVICE  
MEMORY  
STICK  
Dubbing/Editing  
102  
   
6 Touch the desired item.  
10Touch [MARK OUT].  
The ending point of the first program is set,  
and the lower part of the program mark  
changes to light blue.  
When you are recording on a tape in  
the VCR  
Touch [OTHER DEVICE].  
PROG. EDIT  
MARK  
0:00:00:00  
EDIT  
SET  
PROG. EDIT  
MARK  
0:00:00:00  
EDIT  
SET  
START  
UNDO  
IN  
START  
UNDO  
IN  
TOTAL 0:00:00:12  
SCENE  
TOTAL 0:00:00:00  
SCENE  
1
0
END  
END  
When you are recording on a  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
1 Touch [MEMORY STICK].  
11Repeat steps 7 to 10 and create  
programs.  
PROG. EDIT  
MARK  
0:00:00:00  
IMAGE  
SIZE  
12Set your VCR to recording pause.  
START  
UNDO  
2min  
IN  
Skip this step if your camcorder is  
connected via an i.LINK cable or recording  
on a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
TOTAL 0:00:00  
SCENE  
0
END  
2 Touch [IMAGE SIZE] repeatedly to  
select the desired image size.  
13Touch [START].  
START  
0:00:00:00  
ENGAGE  
REC PAUSE  
CANCEL  
EXEC  
7 Search for the beginning of the first  
scene that you want to dub on your  
camcorder, then pause playback.  
TOTAL 0:00:00:25  
SCENE  
3
You can adjust the position with  
(frame).  
/
14Touch [EXEC].  
A search for the beginning of the first  
program starts, then the recording starts.  
[SEARCH] appears during the search and  
[EDITING] appears during editing.  
8 Touch [MARK IN].  
The starting point of the first program is set,  
and the upper part of the program mark  
changes to light blue.  
–x  
SEARCH  
1
0:00:00:00  
[IMAGE SIZE] appears when recording  
on a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
PROG. EDIT  
MARK  
0:00:00:00  
EDIT  
SET  
SCENE 1/3  
CANCEL  
START  
UNDO  
OUT  
END  
TOTAL 0:00:00:00  
SCENE  
0
When a program is recorded, the program  
mark changes from orange to light blue.  
When all programs have been recorded, the  
program editing operation stops  
END  
automatically.  
To cancel recording, touch [CANCEL].  
9 Search for the end of the first scene  
that you want to record on your  
camcorder, then pause playback.  
You can adjust the position with  
(frame).  
/
Dubbing/Editing  
103  
To end Digital program editing  
Touch [END].  
To save a program without using it to  
record  
Touch [END] in step 11.  
The program is stored in memory until the  
cassette is ejected.  
To erase programs  
1
2
3
Follow steps 1 to 6 in “Recording the  
selected scenes as programs” (p. 102),  
then touch [UNDO].  
Touch [DEL 1MARK] to delete the last  
set program. Or, touch [ALL ERASE] to  
erase all the programs.  
Touch [EXEC].  
The programs are deleted.  
To cancel this operation, touch [CANCEL].  
b Note  
• You cannot set starting point or ending point on a  
blank section of the tape. If there is a blank section  
in the picture set as a program, the total time may not  
appear correctly.  
• When you cannot operate the device correctly using  
an i.LINK cable connection, select [IR] in step 11 on  
p. 99, and set the [IR SETUP] code.  
Dubbing/Editing  
104  
You can record additional audio to the  
original sound on the tape. You can add  
sound to a tape already recorded in the 12-bit  
mode without erasing the original sound.  
Dubbing sound to a  
recorded tape  
Preparing for audio recording  
B Intelligent accessory  
shoe  
See page 139.  
Internal microphone  
AMIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack  
Microphone (optional)  
CAUDIO/VIDEO jack  
A/V connecting cable (supplied)  
Audio L  
(white)  
Do not connect the  
S video plug (black)  
and the Video plug  
(yellow).  
Audio R  
(red)  
Audio output jacks  
Audio device (such as  
CD/MD players)  
Signal flow  
b Note  
Record audio in one of the following ways.  
• Using the internal microphone (no connection  
required).  
• Connecting a microphone (optional) to the  
MIC jack. (A)  
• You cannot record additional audio:  
– When the tape is recorded in the 16-bit mode.  
– When the tape is recorded in the LP mode.  
– When your camcorder is connected via the i.LINK  
cable.  
– On blank sections of the tape.  
• Connecting a microphone (optional) to the  
Intelligent accessory shoe. (B)  
– When the write-protect tab of the cassette is set to  
SAVE.  
• When you are using the AUDIO/VIDEO jack or the  
internal microphone to record additional sound, the  
picture will not be output from the S VIDEO jack or  
the AUDIO/VIDEO jack. Check the picture on the  
LCD screen or the viewfinder and the sound on the  
headphones.  
• When you use an external microphone (optional) to  
record additional audio, you can check the picture  
and the sound by connecting your camcorder to a TV  
• Connecting audio device to your camcorder  
using an A/V connecting cable. (C)  
The audio input to be recorded takes precedence  
over others in the order of MIC jack t  
Intelligent accessory shoe t AUDIO/VIDEO  
jack t internal microphone.  
,continued  
Dubbing/Editing  
105  
       
using the A/V connecting cable. However, the sound  
you have recorded afterwards is not output from the  
speaker. Check the sound by using the headphones  
or a TV.  
9 Touch [AUDIO DUB].  
A green  
screen.  
X mark appears on the LCD  
0:00:00:00  
AUD DUB CTRL  
Recording sound  
AUDIO  
DUB  
1 Insert a recorded cassette into your  
camcorder.  
10Touch  
(play) and start playing  
back the audio you want to record at  
the same time.  
2 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
A red  
mark remains on the LCD screen  
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.  
while recording sound.  
The new sound is recorded in stereo 2 (ST2)  
during the playback of the tape.  
3 Touch  
(play/pause) to play the  
tape.  
11Touch  
(stop) when you want to  
stop recording.  
4 Touch  
(play/pause) again at the  
point where you want to start  
To dub on other scenes, repeat steps 3 and 4  
to select scenes, then touch [AUDIO DUB].  
recording the sound.  
The playback pauses.  
12Touch  
, then  
.
5 Touch  
.
To set the end point for audio dubbing  
During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY  
on the Remote Commander at the scene at  
which you want to stop audio dubbing. Then,  
perform steps 4 to 10. The recording stops  
automatically at the selected scene.  
6 Touch [MENU].  
7 Touch  
/
to select  
(EDIT/  
PLAY), then touch  
.
b Note  
8 Touch  
/
to select [AUD DUB  
• You can only record additional audio over a tape  
recorded on your camcorder. The sound may  
deteriorate when you dub audio on a tape recorded  
on other camcorders (including other DCR-HC65/  
HC85 camcorders).  
CTRL], then touch  
.
0:00:00:00  
AUD DUB CTRL  
AUDIO  
DUB  
Dubbing/Editing  
106  
   
Checking and adjusting the  
recorded sound  
Deleting recorded  
pictures  
You can delete all or selected pictures stored  
on a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
1 Play back the tape on which you have  
recorded audio in “Recording sound”  
(p. 106).  
1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.  
2 Touch  
.
2 Touch  
.
3 Touch [MENU].  
101  
60min  
10/10  
1600  
101–0010  
MEMORY PLAY  
4 Touch  
/
to select  
(STANDARD SET), then touch  
.
60min  
0:00:00:00  
TITISP  
P-MENU  
TAPE TITLE  
ALL ERASE  
REC MODE  
SP  
AUDIO MODE  
3 Touch  
(previous)/  
select a picture you want to delete.  
(next) to  
VOLUME  
MULTI ND  
OK  
4 Touch  
.
5 Touch  
/
to select [AUDIO  
MIX], then touch  
.
101  
DELETE  
101–0010  
10/10  
1600  
60min  
AUDIO MIX  
0:00:00:00  
Delete this image?  
ST1  
ST2  
YES  
NO  
5 Touch [YES].  
The selected picture is deleted.  
To cancel deletion, touch [NO].  
6 Touch  
/
to adjust the balance  
between the original sound (ST1) and  
the sound recorded afterwards (ST2).  
Then, touch  
The original sound (ST1) is output in the  
default setting.  
The adjusted audio balance returns to the  
default setting in about 5 minutes after the  
battery pack or other power sources have  
been disconnected.  
.
To delete all pictures at once  
Select the  
(MEMORY SET) menu, then  
[
ALL ERASE] (p. 72).  
Dubbing/Editing  
107  
     
To delete pictures on the index screen  
You can easily search for the picture to be  
deleted by displaying 6 pictures at once.  
Marking recorded  
images with specific  
1
Slide the POWER switch to select the  
PLAY/EDIT mode.  
information  
– Image  
2
3
4
5
6
Touch  
Touch  
Touch  
.
.
protection/Print mark  
.
When you are using a “Memory Stick Duo”  
with the write-protect tab, make sure the  
write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick Duo”  
is not set to the write-protect position.  
Touch [ DELETE].  
Touch the picture you want to delete.  
appears on the image to be deleted.  
To display the next or the previous 6  
pictures, touch  
Touch  
Touch [YES].  
The selected pictures are deleted.  
To cancel deletion, touch [NO].  
/
.
7
8
.
Preventing accidental erasure –  
Image protection  
b Note  
You can select and mark images to prevent  
accidental erasure.  
• Pictures cannot be deleted when you are using a  
“Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab and  
the “Memory Stick Duo” is write-protected (p. 128),  
or when the selected picture is protected (p. 108).  
• The pictures cannot be restored once they are  
deleted. Make sure you check the pictures before  
deleting them.  
1 Slide the POWER switch to select the  
PLAY/EDIT mode.  
2 Touch  
.
3 Touch  
.
END  
101–0002  
2/10  
101  
SET  
4 Touch  
.
SET  
END  
PRO–  
TECT  
PR I NT  
MARK  
PB  
FOLDER  
DELETE  
Dubbing/Editing  
108  
       
5 Touch [PROTECT].  
3 Touch  
.
END  
PROTECT  
101–0002  
2/10  
101–0002  
101  
101  
SET  
2/10  
6 Touch the image that you want to  
4 Touch  
.
protect.  
SET  
-appears on the  
selected image.  
PROTECT  
END  
PRO–  
TECT  
PR I NT  
MARK  
PB  
FOLDER  
DELETE  
101–0002  
101  
2/10  
OK  
5 Touch [PRINT MARK].  
7 Touch  
.
PRINT MARK  
8 Touch [END].  
101–0002  
101  
2/10  
To cancel image protection  
Follow steps 1 to 5, then touch the image to  
cancel image protection.  
6 Touch the image that you want to print  
- disappears from the image.  
out later.  
Selecting still images for printing  
– Print mark  
appearsonthe  
selected image.  
PRINT MARK  
101–0002  
101  
You can mark images that you want to print  
out while viewing them on your camcorder.  
(You cannot specify the number of  
printouts.)  
The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)  
standard is used to select images for printing  
on your camcorder.  
2/10  
OK  
7 Touch  
.
8 Touch [END].  
1 Slide the POWER switch to select the  
PLAY/EDIT mode.  
2 Touch  
.
Dubbing/Editing  
109  
   
To cancel the Print mark  
Follow steps 1 to 5, then touch the image to  
cancel the Print mark.  
Printing recorded  
images (PictBridge  
compliant printer)  
disappears from the image.  
b Note  
• Do not mark images on your camcorder if the  
“Memory Stick Duo” already has some images with  
the Print mark put on other devices. This may  
change the information of the images with the Print  
mark put on the other device.  
You can easily print still images recorded on  
your camcorder by using PictBridge  
compliant printer, even if you do not have a  
computer. Just set the connection in the menu  
setting srcreen of your camcorder, then  
connect your camcorder and printer using the  
USB cable.  
z Tip  
• PictBridge is an industry standard established by the  
Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA).  
You can print still images without using a computer  
by connecting a printer directly to a digital video  
camera or digital still camera, regardless of model  
manufacturer.  
Connect your camcorder to the  
printer  
b Note  
• Connect the supplied AC Adaptor to the wall outlet  
for the power supply.  
1 Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” on  
which still images are stored into your  
camcorder.  
2 Set the paper in the printer, and turn  
on the power.  
3 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
select the PLAY/EDIT mode.  
4 Touch  
.
5 Touch [MENU].  
Dubbing/Editing  
110  
   
Printing  
6 Select  
(STANDARD SET), then  
[USB-PLY/EDT] by touching  
/
and  
.
7 Select [PictBridge], then touch  
.
1 Select the image to be printed by  
touching  
(previous image)/  
8 Touch  
.
(next image).  
9 Connect the USB jack (p. 140) of your  
camcorder to a printer using the  
supplied USB cable.  
2 Touch  
, then [COPIES].  
3 Select the number of copies to be  
The location of the USB jack of the printer  
differs depending on the model. Refer to the  
operating instructions supplied with your  
printer for details on operation.  
printed by touching  
/
, then  
touch  
.
You can set a maximum of 20 copies of one  
image to be printed.  
10Select  
(PICT.APPLI.), then  
[PRINT] by touching and  
When connection between your camcorder  
4 Touch [END].  
/
.
To print the date on the image  
and printer is complete,  
screen.  
appears on the  
1 Touch  
, then [DATE/TIME].  
2 Select [DATE] or [DAY&TIME] and  
.
101  
1/10  
1600  
PRINT  
The default setting is [OFF].  
END  
101-0001  
PictBridge  
connecting  
5 Touch [EXEC].  
+
-
SET EXEC  
A confirmation screen appears.  
101  
1/10  
1600  
PRINT  
101-0001  
One of the images stored on the “Memory  
Stick Duo” will be displayed.  
Print this?  
COPIES  
1
DATE/TIME OFF  
b Note  
• We cannot guarantee the operation of models that  
are not PictBridge compatible.  
• You cannot connect your camcorder to the printer if  
[USB-PLY/EDT] in the menu settings is not set to  
[PictBridge]. Follow the instructions shown on the  
screen.  
6 Touch [YES].  
When printing is finished, [Printing...]  
disappears and the image selection screen  
appears again.  
101  
1/10  
1600  
PRINT  
101-0001  
Printing...  
Keep USB cable connected.  
CANCEL  
Dubbing/Editing  
111  
To print another image  
Repeat steps 1 to 6.  
To stop printing  
Touch [CANCEL] while printing.  
To finish printing  
Touch [END] and disconnect the USB cable  
from your camcorder and printer.  
b Note  
• Do not attempt the following operations when  
is on the screen. The operations may not be  
performed properly.  
– Sliding the POWER switch to select other power  
modes  
– Disconnecting the USB cable from your  
camcorder or printer  
– Removing the “Memory Stick Duo” from your  
camcorder  
• If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB  
cable and restart the operation from the beginning.  
• Some printer models may not support the date  
printing function. Refer to your printer’s operating  
instructions for details.  
• We cannot guarantee the printing of images recorded  
with a device other than your camcorder.  
Dubbing/Editing  
112  
Troubleshooting  
persists, remove the power source and  
contact your Sony dealer.  
If “C:ss:ss” is displayed on the LCD  
screen or the viewfinder, the self-diagnosis  
display function is activated. See page 121  
for details.  
Troubleshooting  
If you run into any problem using your  
camcorder, use the following table to  
troubleshoot the problem. If the problem  
Overall operations  
Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
The power does not turn on.  
• The battery pack is discharged, running low, or not attached to the  
camcorder.  
cAttach a charged battery pack to the camcorder. (p. 14)  
cUse the AC Adaptor to connect to the wall outlet. (p. 17)  
The camcorder does not operate even cDisconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet or remove the battery  
when the power is set to on.  
pack, then reconnect it after about 1 minute. If the functions still do not  
work, press the RESET button using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press  
the RESET button, all settings including the clock setting are reset,  
except Personal Menu items.)  
A clattering noise is heard when the  
camcorder is handled with the  
POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) or  
in the PLAY/EDIT mode.  
• This is because some lens functions on your camcorder use a linear  
mechanism. This is not a malfunction.  
The supplied Remote Commander  
does not function.  
cSet [REMOTE CTRL] on the  
(p. 87)  
(STANDARD SET) menu to [ON].  
cInsert a battery into the battery holder with the + – polarities correctly  
matching the + – marks. If this still does not solve the problem, insert a  
new battery since the battery is dead. (p. 142)  
cRemove any obstructions between the Remote Commander and the  
remote sensor.  
The camcorder gets warm.  
• This is because the power has been turned on for a long time. This is not  
a malfunction.  
Troubleshooting  
113  
   
Batteries/Power sources  
Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
The CHG (charge) lamp does not  
light while the battery pack is being  
charged.  
cAttach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly. If the lamp still does  
not light up, then it indicates that no power is supplied from the wall  
outlet.  
• The battery charge is completed. (p. 14)  
The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while cAttach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly. If the problem  
the battery pack is being charged.  
persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact  
your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. (p. 14)  
The battery pack is quickly  
discharged.  
• The temperature of the environment is too low, or the battery pack has  
not been charged enough. This is not a malfunction.  
cFully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the  
battery pack with a new one. It may be damaged. (p. 14, 130)  
The remaining battery time indicator • The temperature of the environment is too high or too low, or the battery  
does not indicate the correct time.  
pack has not been charged enough. This is not a malfunction.  
cFully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the  
battery pack with a new one. It may be damaged. (p. 14, 130)  
The power turns off frequently  
although the remaining battery  
indicator indicates that the battery  
pack has enough power to operate.  
• A problem has occurred in the remaining battery time indicator, or the  
battery pack has not been charged enough.  
cFully charge the battery again to correct the indication. (p. 14)  
The power abruptly turns off.  
• [A.SHUT OFF] in the  
(p. 88)  
(STANDARD SET) menu is set to [5min].  
cWhen approximately 5 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate  
your camcorder, the camcorder is automatically turned off.  
Slide the POWER switch down to turn the power on again (p. 17). Or  
use the AC Adaptor.  
A problem occurs when the  
camcorder is connected to the AC  
Adaptor.  
cTurn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet.  
Then, connect it again.  
Cassette tapes  
Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
Cassette cannot be ejected from the  
compartment.  
cMake sure the power source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connected  
correctly. (p. 14)  
cRemove the battery pack from the camcorder, then attach it again. (p. 14)  
cAttach a charged battery pack to the camcorder. (p. 14)  
Cassette is not ejected even when the • Moisture condensation is starting in your camcorder. (p. 133)  
cassette lid is open.  
Troubleshooting  
114  
Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
The Cassette Memory indicator does cClean the gold-plated connector of the cassette. (p. 127)  
not appear while using a cassette with  
Cassette Memory.  
The remaining tape indicator is not  
displayed.  
cSet [  
REMAINING] to [ON] on the  
(STANDARD SET) menu  
to always display the remaining tape indicator. (p. 87)  
A cassette label is not recorded.  
cUse a cassette with Cassette Memory. (p. 126)  
cErase unnecessary titles when the Cassette Memory is full. (p. 82)  
cSet the write-protect tab to REC. (p. 126)  
LCD screen/viewfinder  
Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
An unknown language appears on the cSee page 22.  
screen.  
An unknown picture appears on the  
screen.  
• The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE]. (The [DEMO MODE] is  
automatically displayed when you leave the camcorder for 10 minutes  
after selecting CAMERA-TAPE without inserting a cassette and  
“Memory Stick Duo.”)  
cTouch on the LCD screen or insert a cassette or “Memory Stick Duo”  
to cancel [DEMO MODE]. You can also set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]  
on the menu. (p. 79)  
An unknown indicator appears on the cRefer to the indicator list. (p. 144)  
screen.  
The letters on the screen are larger  
than usual, or the menu settings  
cPress the EASY button to cancel Easy Handycam operation. (p. 34, 54)  
(
(CAMERA SET) etc.) are not  
displayed.  
The buttons do not appear on the  
touch panel.  
cTouch the LCD panel lightly.  
cPress DISPLAY/BATT INFO (or DISPLAY on the Remote  
Commander). (p. 57)  
The buttons on the touch panel do not cAdjust the screen ([CALIBRATION]). (p. 134)  
work correctly or do not work at all.  
The picture in the viewfinder is not  
clear.  
cUse the viewfinder lens adjustment lever to adjust the lens. (p. 18)  
The picture in the viewfinder has  
disappeared.  
cClose the LCD panel. The picture is not displayed in the viewfinder  
when the LCD panel is open. (p. 18)  
The picture remains on the LCD  
screen.  
• This occurs if you disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet or  
remove the battery pack without turning off the power first. This is not a  
malfunction.  
Troubleshooting  
115  
Recording  
If you are using a “Memory Stick Duo” for recording, refer also to the “Memory Stick Duo” section.  
(p. 118)  
Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
The tape does not start when you  
press REC START/STOP.  
cSlide the POWER switch to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp. (p. 17)  
cThe tape has reached the end. Rewind it, or insert a new cassette.  
cSet the write-protect tab to REC or insert a new cassette. (p. 126)  
cThe tape is stuck to the drum due to moisture condensation. Remove the  
cassette and leave your camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-insert the  
cassette. (p. 133)  
The power abruptly turns off.  
• [A.SHUT OFF] in the  
(p. 88)  
(STANDARD SET) menu is set to [5min].  
cWhen approximately 5 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate  
your camcorder, the camcorder is automatically turned off.  
Slide the POWER switch down to turn the power on again (p. 17). Or  
use the AC Adaptor.  
cCharge the battery pack. (p. 14)  
The SteadyShot does not function.  
The auto focus does not function.  
cSet [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] in the  
(CAMERA SET) menu. (p. 69)  
cPress FOCUS to enable auto focus. (p. 41)  
cThe recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus  
manually. (p. 41)  
A vertical band appears when  
recording candlelight or electric light  
in the dark.  
• This occurs when the contrast between the subject and the background is  
too high. This is not a malfunction.  
A vertical band appears when  
recording a bright subject.  
• This phenomenon is called the smear effect. 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 [SLOW SHUTTR], Super  
NightShot plus, or Color Slow Shutter. This is not a malfunction. (p. 39)  
The color of the picture is not  
correctly displayed.  
cDeactivate the NightShot plus function. (p. 39)  
Picture appears too bright on the  
screen, and the subject does not  
appear on the screen.  
cDeactivate the NightShot plus function in bright places. (p. 39)  
cCancel the back light function. (p. 37)  
Picture appears too dark on the  
screen, and the subject does not  
appear on the screen.  
• The LCD screen backlight is switched off.  
cPress LCD BACKLIGHT. (p. 18)  
The shutter sound is not heard.  
cSet [BEEP] to [MELODY] or [NORMAL] on the  
(STANDARD  
SET) menu. (p. 88)  
Black bands appear when you record cSet [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] on the  
a TV screen or computer screen. (p. 69)  
(CAMERA SET) menu.  
The external flash (optional) does not • The power of the flash is not turned on, or the flash is not attached  
work.  
correctly.  
• Two or more flashes are attached. Only one external flash can be  
attached.  
Troubleshooting  
116  
Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
The flash level cannot be changed.  
• The flash level cannot be changed during Easy Handycam operation.  
Flickering or changes in color occurs. cThis occurs when recording pictures under a fluorescent lamp, sodium  
lamp, or mercury lamp in the soft portrait or sports lesson mode. Cancel  
[PROGRAM AE] in this case. (p. 64)  
END SEARCH does not work.  
• The cassette was ejected after recording when using a cassette without  
Cassette Memory. (p. 126)  
• The cassette is new and has nothing recorded.  
END SEARCH does not work  
correctly.  
• There is a blank section in the beginning or middle of the tape. This is  
not a malfunction.  
Smooth interval recording stops/  
[Smooth interval rec discontinued  
For DCR-HC85:  
cThe video head may be dirty. Use a cleaning cassette (optional).  
due to error.] appears and recording cTry again from the beginning.  
stops.  
cUse a Sony mini DV cassette.  
Playback  
If you are playing back the pictures stored on a “Memory Stick Duo,” refer also to the “Memory Stick  
Duo” section. (p. 118)  
Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
Cannot play back.  
cIf the tape has reached the end, rewind the tape. (p. 49)  
cClean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 133)  
Horizontal lines appear on the  
picture. The displayed pictures are  
not clear or do not appear.  
Fine patterns flicker, diagonal lines  
look jagged.  
For DCR-HC85:  
cAdjust [SHARPNESS] to the  
(soften) side in the  
(CAMERA  
SET) menu before recording. (p. 66)  
No sound or only a low sound is  
heard.  
cSet [MULTI-SOUND] to [STEREO] in the  
menu. (p. 84)  
(STANDARD SET)  
cTurn up the volume. (p. 49)  
cOn the  
(STANDARD SET) menu, adjust [AUDIO MIX] from the  
[ST2] (additional sound) side until the sound is heard appropriately.  
(p. 85)  
cWhen you are using an S VIDEO plug, make sure the red and white plugs  
of the A/V connecting cable are connected as well. (p. 59)  
The sound breaks off.  
cClean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 133)  
Cannot perform the Date search with cUse a cassette with Cassette Memory. (p. 126)  
the recording date displayed on the  
cSet [  
SEARCH] to [ON] in the  
(EDIT/PLAY) menu. (p. 81)  
screen.  
• There is a blank section in the beginning or middle of the tape. This is  
not a malfunction.  
“---” is displayed on the screen.  
• The tape you are playing was recorded without setting the date and time.  
• A blank section on the tape is being played.  
• The data code on a tape with a scratch or noise cannot be read.  
,continued  
Troubleshooting  
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Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
END SEARCH does not work.  
• The cassette was ejected after recording when using a cassette without  
Cassette Memory. (p. 126)  
• The cassette is new and has nothing recorded.  
END SEARCH does not work  
correctly.  
• There is a blank section in the beginning or middle of the tape. This is  
not a malfunction.  
Noises appear and  
on the screen.  
is displayed • The tape was recorded in a TV color system other than that of your  
camcorder. This is not a malfunction. (p. 125)  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
Cannot operate functions using the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
cSet the POWER switch to the CAMERA-MEMORY or PLAY/EDIT  
mode. (p. 17)  
c Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder. (p. 21)  
• The “Memory Stick Duo” was formatted on a personal computer.  
cFormat it on your camcorder. (Note that all recorded data will be  
deleted.) (p. 72)  
Cannot record on the “Memory Stick cWhen you are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab,  
Duo.”  
release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
(p. 128)  
cThe capacity is full. Delete unnecessary pictures recorded on the  
“Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 107)  
cFormat the “Memory Stick Duo” on your camcorder or insert another  
“Memory Stick Duo.” (p. 72)  
The pictures are not played back in  
the actual size.  
• Pictures recorded on other devices may not appear in the actual size. This  
is not a malfunction.  
Image data cannot be played back.  
• Image data cannot be played back if you have modified files or folders,  
or have edited the data on a computer. (The file name flashes in that  
case.) This is not a malfunction. (p. 129)  
• Pictures recorded on other devices may not be played back. This is not a  
malfunction.  
The picture you have recorded on the cThe picture was recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” because you pressed  
tape has also been recorded on the  
REC START/STOP during tape playback. Delete the picture from the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
“Memory Stick Duo” if the picture is unnecessary. (p. 107)  
Pictures cannot be deleted.  
cWhen you are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab,  
release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
(p. 128)  
cCancel image protection on the picture. (p. 108)  
• The maximum number of pictures that you can delete at one time is 100.  
Delete them in groups of less than 100 pictures each.  
Cannot format the “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
cWhen you are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab,  
release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
(p. 128)  
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Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
Cannot delete all pictures at once.  
cWhen you are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab,  
release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
(p. 128)  
cCancel image protection on the picture. (p. 108)  
Image protection cannot be applied. cWhen you are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab,  
release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
(p. 128)  
cPerform the operation again on the index screen. (p. 108)  
Cannot mark pictures for print.  
cWhen you are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab,  
release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo.”  
(p. 128)  
cPerform the operation again on the index screen. (p. 109)  
• The maximum number of pictures you can mark for print is 999.  
• Movies cannot be marked for print.  
The data file name is not indicated  
correctly.  
• Only the file name is displayed if the directory structure does not  
conform to the universal standard.  
• The file is damaged.  
• The file format is not supported on your camcorder. (p. 127)  
The data file name flashes.  
• The file is damaged.  
• The file format is not supported on your camcorder. (p. 127)  
Dubbing/Editing  
Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
Pictures from connected devices are • Cannot change the setting of the AUDIO/VIDEO jack during Easy  
not displayed on the LCD screen or  
the viewfinder.  
Handycam operation.  
cCancel Easy Handycam operation (p. 54), and then set [VIDEO  
INPUT] to the appropriate signal in the  
(STANDARD SET)  
menu. (p. 86)  
cSet [VIDEO INPUT] to the appropriate signal in the  
(STANDARD  
SET) menu. (p. 86)  
cSet [DISPLAY] to [LCD PANEL] in the  
(STANDARD SET)  
menu. (p. 88)  
Cannot dub correctly using the A/V  
connecting cable.  
cSet [VIDEO INPUT] to the appropriate signal in the  
SET) menu. (p. 86)  
(STANDARD  
cSet [DISPLAY] to [LCD PANEL] in the  
menu. (p. 88)  
(STANDARD SET)  
• The A/V connecting cable is not connected properly.  
cMake sure that the A/V connecting cable is connected to the proper  
jack, i.e. 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.  
Pictures from connected devices are • The input signal is not NTSC. (p. 95)  
not displayed correctly.  
New sound added to a recorded tape cIn the  
(STANDARD SET) menu, adjust [AUDIO MIX] from the  
is not heard. [ST1] (original sound) side until the sound is heard appropriately. (p. 85)  
,continued  
Troubleshooting  
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Symptom  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
A title is not recorded/A cassette label cUse a cassette with Cassette Memory. (p. 126)  
is not recorded.  
cErase unnecessary titles when the Cassette Memory is full. (p. 82)  
cSet the write-protect tab to REC. (p. 126)  
• A title cannot be added to a blank section of the tape.  
The title is not displayed.  
cSet [  
(p. 83)  
TITLE DISP] to [ON] in the  
(EDIT/PLAY) menu.  
• The title cannot be displayed during Easy Handycam operation.  
The title cannot be deleted.  
cSet the write-protect tab to REC. (p. 126)  
The Title search does not work.  
cEnter a title if there is no title on the tape. (p. 81)  
cUse a cassette with Cassette Memory. (p. 126)  
cSet [  
SEARCH] to [ON] in the  
(EDIT/PLAY) menu. (p. 81)  
• There is a blank section in the beginning or middle of the tape. This is  
not a malfunction.  
Still pictures cannot be dubbed from a • You cannot record or a distorted picture may be recorded if the tape has  
tape to a “Memory Stick Duo.” been used repeatedly for recording.  
Movies cannot be dubbed from a tape • You cannot record or a distorted picture may be recorded in the  
to a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
following:  
– The tape has a blank section.  
– The tape has been used repeatedly for recording.  
– Input signal has been interrupted or cut.  
Digital program editing on the tape  
does not function.  
cSet the input selector on the VCR correctly, then check the connection  
between your camcorder and the VCR. (p. 93)  
cWhen your camcorder is connected to a DV device that is not a Sony  
product via an i.LINK cable, select [IR] in step11 of “Step 1: Preparing  
your camcorder and VCR for operation” (p. 98).  
cAdjust the synchronization of the VCR. (p. 101)  
cEnter a correct [IR SETUP] code. (p. 100)  
cSelect the mode used to cancel recording pause again. (p. 100)  
cSet your camcorder and the VCR more than 30 cm (12 in.) apart. (p. 100)  
• The program cannot be set to a blank section on the tape.  
The VCR is not responding properly • While connecting via an i.LINK cable, select [IR] in step 11 of “Step 1:  
during Digital program editing when  
it is connected via an i.LINK cable.  
Preparing your camcorder and VCR for operation” (p. 98).  
Digital program editing on the  
“Memory Stick Duo” does not  
function correctly.  
• The program cannot be set to a blank section on the tape.  
• You cannot record or a distorted picture may be recorded if the tape has  
been used repeatedly for recording.  
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Warning indicators  
and messages  
Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators  
If indicators appear on the screen or in the viewfinder, check the following. See the page in parentheses  
for details.  
Indication  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
C:ss:ss/E:ss:ss (Self-  
diagnosis display)  
Some symptoms can be fixed by yourself. If the problem persists even after  
you tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized  
Sony service facility.  
C:04:ss  
cA battery pack that is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is being used.  
Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (p. 130)  
C:21:ss  
cMoisture condensation has occurred. Remove the cassette and leave your  
camcorder for at least 1 hour, then re-insert the cassette. (p. 133)  
C:22:ss  
cClean the head using a cleaning cassette (optional). (p. 133)  
C:31ss / C:32ss  
cSymptoms that are not described above have occurred. Remove and  
insert the cassette, then operate your camcorder again. Do not perform  
this procedure if moisture starts to condense. (p. 133)  
cRemove the power source. Reconnect it again and operate your  
camcorder again.  
cChange the cassette. Press RESET button (p. 138), and operate your  
camcorder again.  
E:61:ss / E:62:ss / E:91:ss  
cContact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.  
Inform them of the 5-digit code, which starts from “E.”  
101-0001 (Warning indicator  
pertaining to files)  
• The file is damaged.  
• The file is unreadable.  
• You are trying to carry out the MEMORY MIX function on a movie.  
(p. 45)  
E (Battery level warning)  
• The battery pack is nearly used up.  
• Depending on the operating, environmental, or battery conditions, the  
E indicator may flash, even if there are approximately 5 to 10 minutes  
remaining.  
% (Moisture condensation warning)* cEject the cassette, set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), and leave it for  
about 1 hour with the cassette lid open. (p. 133)  
(Warning indicator pertaining to • No “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted.  
the “Memory Stick Duo”)  
(Warning indicator pertaining to • The “Memory Stick Duo” data is damaged.  
“Memory Stick Duo” formatting)*  
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is not formatted correctly. (p. 72)  
,continued  
Troubleshooting  
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Indication  
Cause and/or Corrective Actions  
(Warning indicator pertaining to • An incompatible “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted.  
incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”)*  
Q (Warning indicator pertaining to Slow flashing:  
the tape)  
• There is less than 5 minutes remaining on the tape.  
• No cassette is inserted.*  
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock. (p. 126)*  
Fast flashing:  
• The tape has run out.*  
Z (Eject cassette warning)*  
Slow flashing:  
• The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock. (p. 126)  
Fast flashing:  
• Moisture condensation has occurred. (p. 133)  
• The self-diagnosis display code is displayed. (p. 121)  
- (Warning indicator pertaining to • The image is protected. (p. 108)  
image deletion)*  
- (Warning indicator  
pertaining to the write-protect of the  
“Memory Stick Duo”)  
• The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick Duo” is set to lock. (p. 128)  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
the flash)  
Slow flashing:  
• During charging  
Fast flashing:  
• There is something wrong with the built-in flash or the external flash  
(optional).  
* You hear a melody or beep sound when the warning indicators appear on the screen.  
Warning messages  
If messages appear on the screen, check the following. See the page in parentheses for details.  
Subjects  
Indications  
Corrective Actions/  
References  
Battery  
Use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.  
Battery level is low.  
cSee page 130.  
cCharge the battery. (p. 14)  
cSee page 130.  
–
Old battery. Use a new one.  
Z Re-attach the power source.  
% Z Moisture condensation. Eject the cassette  
% Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H.  
Q Insert a cassette.  
Moisture  
condensation  
cSee page 133.  
cSee page 133.  
cSee page 20.  
Cassette/Tape  
Z Reinsert the cassette.  
cCheck if the cassette is damaged,  
etc.  
Q Z The tape is locked -check the tab.  
Q The tape has reached the end.  
cSee page 126.  
–
Use a cassette with Cassette Memory.  
cSee page 126.  
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Subjects  
Indications  
Insert a Memory Stick.  
Corrective Actions/  
References  
“Memory Stick  
Duo”  
cSee page 21.  
Reinsert the Memory Stick.  
cReinsert the “Memory Stick Duo” a  
few times. If even then the indicator  
flashes, the “Memory Stick Duo”  
might be damaged. Try with another  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
Do not eject the Memory Stick during writing.  
This is a read-only Memory Stick.  
–
cInsert a writable “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
Incompatible type of Memory Stick.  
cThe type of “Memory Stick Duo”  
incompatible with your camcorder is  
inserted. (p. 127)  
This Memory Stick is not formatted correctly. cCheck the format, then format the  
“Memory Stick Duo” as necessary.  
(p. 72)  
Cannot record. The Memory Stick is full.  
cDelete unnecessary images. (p. 107)  
- The Memory Stick is locked -check the tab. cSee page 127.  
Cannot playback. Reinsert the Memory Stick.  
Cannot record. Reinsert the Memory Stick.  
No file.  
–
–
• No file is recorded or there is no  
readable file on the “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
NO FILE AVAILABLE.  
• There is no file in the selected folder.  
USB streaming... This function is not available.  
• You tried to play back or record on a  
“Memory Stick Duo” during USB  
Streaming.  
Memory Stick folders are full.  
• You cannot create folders exceeding  
999MSDCF.  
cYou cannot delete the created  
folders using your camcorder. You  
will have to format the “Memory  
Stick Duo” (p. 72), or delete them  
using your computer.  
Cannot record still images on Memory Stick.  
Check the connected device.  
–
PictBridge  
compliant printer  
cSwitch off the printer and switch it  
on again, then disconnect the USB  
cable and reconnect it.  
Connect the camcorder to a PictBridge compatible cSwitch off the printer and switch it  
printer.  
on again, then disconnect the USB  
cable and reconnect it.  
Check the printer.  
cCheck the printer.  
Error-Cancel the task.  
Cannot print. Check the printer.  
cCheck the printer.  
cSwitch off the printer and switch it  
on again, then disconnect the USB  
cable and reconnect it.  
,continued  
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Subjects  
Indications  
Corrective Actions/  
References  
FLASH  
Charging... Cannot record still images.  
The strobe cannot charge. Not available.  
• You are trying to record a still image  
while charging the flash.  
For DCR-HC85:  
cSee page 31.  
Others  
Cannot record Memory Stick movie on a tape.  
Cannot record due to copyright protection.  
Cannot add audio. Disconnect the i.LINK cable.  
Not recorded in SP mode. Cannot add audio.  
Not recorded in 12-bit audio. Cannot add audio.  
Cannot add audio on the blank portion of a tape.  
Cassette Memory is full.  
–
–
cSee page 105.  
cSee page 105.  
cSee page 105.  
cSee page 105.  
cSee page 83.  
–
Cannot record 44.1kHz audio on a Memory Stick.  
Smooth interval rec discontinued due to error.  
For DCR-HC85:  
cSee page 117.  
Already added to CAMERA-TAPE mode’s P-  
MENU.  
–
–
Already added to CAMERA-MEMORY mode’s P-  
MENU.  
Already added to PLAY/EDIT mode’s P-MENU.  
–
x
Dirty video head. Use a cleaning cassette.  
cSee page 133.  
Cannot start Easy Handycam  
–
–
–
–
–
Cannot cancel Easy Handycam  
Cannot start Easy Handycam with USB connected  
Cannot cancel Easy Handycam with USB connected  
Invalid button with Easy Handycam operation  
USB is invalid in this mode during Easy Handycam • You can select [STD-USB] in  
PLAY/EDIT mode during Easy  
Handycam operation, but you  
cannot select [PictBridge] or [USB  
STREAM]. (The message  
disappears when you touch  
.)  
H D V recorded tape. Cannot playback.  
HDV recorded tape. Cannot add audio.  
cYour camcorder cannot play back  
this format. Play back the tape with  
equipment that recorded it.  
cYour camcorder cannot dub new  
audio to any section on the tape  
recorded in the HDV format.  
Troubleshooting  
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Additional Information  
Simple setting of clock by time  
difference  
You can easily set the clock to the local time by  
setting a time difference when using your  
camcorder abroad. Select [WORLD TIME] in  
Using your camcorder  
abroad  
the  
(TIME/LANGU.) menu, then set the  
time difference (p. 89).  
Power supply  
You can use your camcorder in any countries/  
regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with  
your camcorder within AC 100 V to 240 V,  
50/60 Hz.  
Use a commercially available AC plug  
adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the  
design of the wall outlet [b].  
[b]  
AC-L25A/L25B  
[a]  
On TV color systems  
Your camcorder is an NTSC system-based  
camcorder. If you want to view the playback  
picture on a TV, it must be an NTSC system-  
based TV (see following list) with the AUDIO/  
VIDEO input jack.  
System  
Used in  
NTSC  
Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada,  
Central America, Chile, Colombia,  
Ecuador, Guyana, Jamaica, Japan,  
Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam,  
Taiwan, the Philippines, the  
U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.  
PAL  
Australia, Austria, Belgium,  
China, Czech Republic, Denmark,  
Finland, Germany, Holland, Hong  
Kong, Hungary, Italy, Kuwait,  
Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway,  
Poland, Portugal, Singapore,  
Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden,  
Switzerland, Thailand, United  
Kingdom, etc.  
PAL - M  
PAL - N  
SECAM  
Brazil  
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay  
Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran,  
Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc.  
Additional Information  
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z Tip  
• The memory capacity of the cassette marked with  
is 4k bits. Your camcorder can  
accommodate cassettes having a memory capacity  
of up to 16k bits.  
Usable cassette  
tapes  
Copyright signal  
When you play back  
You can use the mini DV format cassette  
only. Use a cassette with the  
mark.  
If the cassette you play back on your camcorder  
contains copyright signals, you cannot copy it to  
a tape in another video camera connected to  
your camcorder.  
is a trademark.  
Cassette Memory  
There are 2 types of mini DV cassettes: those  
with Cassette Memory and those without  
Cassette Memory. Cassettes with Cassette  
When you record  
You cannot record software on your  
camcorder that contains copyright  
control signals for copyright protection  
of software.  
Memory have the  
(Cassette Memory)  
mark. A cassette with Cassette Memory is  
recommended for use on your camcorder.  
[Cannot record due to copyright protection.]  
appears on the LCD screen, or on the TV screen  
if you try to record such software.  
Your camcorder does not record copyright  
control signals on the tape when it records.  
is a trademark.  
IC memory is mounted on this type of cassette.  
Your camcorder can read and write data such as  
dates of recording or titles from/to this memory.  
The functions using the Cassette Memory  
require successive signals recorded on the tape.  
If the tape has a blank section at the beginning  
or between recorded sections, titles may not be  
displayed properly or the search functions may  
not work properly.  
Notes on use  
To prevent accidental erasure  
Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to set  
to SAVE.  
To prevent a blank section from being  
made on the tape  
Touch  
to go to the end of the recorded  
section before you begin the next recording in  
the following cases:  
– You have ejected the cassette during  
recording.  
– You have played back the tape.  
– You have used EDIT SEARCH.  
If there is a blank section or discontinuous  
signals on your tape, re-record from the  
beginning to the end of the tape as described  
above.  
REC: The cassette can be recorded.  
SAVE: The cassette cannot be recorded (write-  
protected).  
b Note  
• The Cassette Memory may not function correctly  
when you record using a digital video camera  
recorder that does not support Cassette Memory, on  
a tape already recorded on using a Cassette Memory-  
compatible digital video camera recorder.  
Additional Information  
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When labeling the cassette  
Be sure to place the label only on the locations  
as shown in the following illustration so as not  
to cause malfunction of your camcorder.  
About the “ Memory  
Stick”  
Do not put a label  
along this border.  
The “Memory Stick” is a new light and small  
recording media which, despite its size, can  
store more data than a floppy disk.  
You can use following types of “Memory  
Stick” on your camcorder. However,  
appearance on the list does not guarantee the  
operation of all types of “Memory Stick Duo”  
on your camcorder.  
Labeling position  
Types of “Memory Stick” Recording/  
Playback  
After using the cassette  
Rewind the tape to the beginning to avoid  
distortion of the picture or the sound. The  
cassette should then be put in its case, and stored  
in an upright position.  
“Memory Stick”  
–
a
–
*1  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
“MagicGate Memory Stick”  
*2*3  
When the Cassette Memory function  
does not work  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
(MagicGate/Parallel Transfer)  
a
*1  
*3  
Re-insert the cassette. Cassette Memory may  
not work when the gold-plated connector is  
dirty or dusty.  
“MagicGate Memory Stick  
Duo”  
a
*1  
“Memory Stick PRO”  
–
*1  
*2*3  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
a
When cleaning the gold-plated  
connector  
Generally, clean the gold-plated connector on a  
cassette with a cotton-wool swab after every 10  
times it has been ejected.  
If the gold-plated connector on the cassette is  
dirty or dusty, the remaining tape indicator may  
not be indicated correctly, and you may not be  
able to operate functions using Cassette  
Memory.  
*1 The “Memory Stick Duo” is about half the size of a  
standard “Memory Stick.”  
*2 The types of “Memory Stick” that support high  
speed data transfer. The speed of data transfer  
varies depending on the device to be used.  
*3 “MagicGate” is a copyright protection technology  
that records and transfers the contents in an  
encrypted format. Note that data that uses  
“MagicGate” technology cannot be recorded or  
played on your camcorder.  
• Still image format: Your camcorder  
compresses and records image data in the  
JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)  
format. The file extension is “.JPG.”  
• Movie format: Your camcorder compresses  
and records picture data in the MPEG  
(Moving Picture Experts Group) format. The  
file extension is “.MPG.”  
Gold-plated  
connector  
• File names of still images:  
– 101-0001: This file name appears on the  
screen of your camcorder.  
– DSC00001.JPG: This file name appears on  
the display of a computer.  
,continued  
Additional Information  
127  
             
• File names of movies:  
– MOV00001: This file name appears on the  
screen of your camcorder.  
• Be careful not to apply excessive force when  
writing on a memo area on a “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
– MOV00001.MPG: This file name appears  
on the display of a computer.  
• Do not attach a label or the like on a “Memory  
Stick Duo” or a Memory Stick Duo adaptor.  
• When you carry or store a “Memory Stick  
Duo,” put it in its case.  
• Do not touch, or allow metallic objects to  
come into contact with the terminal.  
• Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to the  
“Memory Stick Duo.”  
• On a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted on a  
computer: A “Memory Stick Duo” formatted  
by the Windows OS or using Macintosh  
computers does not have guaranteed  
compatibility with your camcorder.  
• Data read/write speed may vary depending on  
the combination of the “Memory Stick” and  
“Memory Stick” compliant product you use.  
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory  
Stick Duo.”  
• Do not let the “Memory Stick Duo” get wet.  
• Be careful to keep “Memory Stick Duo”  
media out of the reach of small children. There  
is danger that a child might swallow it.  
• Do not insert any objects other than a  
compliant “Memory Stick Duo” into the  
“Memory Stick Duo” slot. It may cause a  
malfunction.  
To prevent accidental erasure of images  
Slide the write-protect tab on the “Memory  
Stick Duo” with a small tapered object, to the  
write-protect position.  
The position or the shape of the write-protect  
tab* may differ depending on the “Memory  
Stick Duo” you use.  
*
*The “Memory Stick Duo” supplied with your  
camcorder is not equipped with the write-protect  
tab.  
On location for use  
Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick Duo” in  
the following locations.  
When using the supplied “Memory Stick Duo,” be  
careful not to edit or delete data by mistake.  
– Places subject to extremely high temperature,  
such as a car parked outside in the summer.  
– Places under direct sunlight.  
Back of the “Memory Stick Duo”  
Terminal  
– Places with extremely high humidity or  
subject to corrosive gases.  
Write-protect tab*  
Memo area  
Notes on using a Memory Stick Duo  
adaptor (supplied)  
Notes on use  
• When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with a  
“Memory Stick” compliant device, be sure to  
insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into a Memory  
Stick Duo adaptor.  
• When inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” into a  
Memory Stick Duo adaptor, make sure the  
“Memory Stick Duo” is inserted facing in the  
correct direction, then insert it all the way in.  
Note that improper use may damage the device.  
• Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo adaptor  
without a “Memory Stick Duo” attached.  
Doing so may result in malfunctions of the unit.  
Image data may be damaged in the following  
cases. Compensation for damaged image data  
will not be made.  
– If you eject the “Memory Stick Duo,” turn the  
power off on your camcorder, or remove the  
battery pack for replacement while your  
camcorder is reading or writing image files  
on the “Memory Stick Duo” (while the access  
lamp is lit or flashing).  
– If you use the “Memory Stick Duo” near  
magnets or magnetic fields.  
It is recommended you take a back-up of  
important data on the hard disk of a computer.  
On handling  
Keep the following notes in mind when  
handling a “Memory Stick Duo.”  
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Notes on using the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” and “Memory Stick Duo”  
(MagicGate/Parallel Transfer)  
• The maximum memory capacity of a  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” that can be used on  
your camcorder is up to 512 MB, and that of a  
“Memory Stick Duo” (MagicGate/Parallel  
Transfer) is up to 128 MB.  
• All other product names mentioned herein  
may be the trademarks or registered  
trademarks of their respective companies.  
Furthermore, “™” and “®” are not mentioned  
in each case in this manual.  
• This unit does not support high speed data  
transfer.  
Notes on image data compatibility  
• Image data files recorded on a “Memory Stick  
Duo” by your camcorder conform to the  
Design Rule for Camera File Systems  
universal standard established by the JEITA  
(Japan Electronics and Information  
Technology Industries Association).  
• On your camcorder, you cannot play back still  
images recorded on other device (DCR-  
TRV890E/TRV900/TRV900E or DSC-D700/  
D770) that does not conform to the universal  
standard. (These models are not sold in some  
regions.)  
• If you cannot use a “Memory Stick Duo” that  
has been used with other device, format it with  
your camcorder (p. 72). Note that formatting  
erases all information on the “Memory Stick  
Duo.”  
• You may not be able to play back images with  
your camcorder:  
– When playing back image data modified on  
your computer.  
– When playing back image data recorded  
with other device.  
• “Memory Stick Duo” and “  
”
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
• “Memory Stick PRO Duo” and  
“
” are trademarks of  
Sony Corporation.  
• “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” is a  
trademark of Sony Corporation.  
• “Memory Stick,”  
and “MagicGate  
Memory Stick” are trademarks of Sony  
Corporation.  
• “Memory Stick PRO” and “  
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
”
• “MagicGate” and “  
” are  
trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
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– Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it  
up, and insert it in your camcorder right  
before you start taking shots.  
– Use a large capacity battery pack:  
NP-FP70/FP90 (optional).  
About the  
“ InfoLITHIUM”  
• Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent  
playback, fast forward or rewind operation  
wears out the battery pack faster. We  
recommend using a large capacity battery  
pack: NP-FP70/FP90 (optional).  
• Be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF  
(CHG) when not recording or playing back on  
your camcorder. The battery pack is also  
consumed when your camcorder is in  
recording standby or playback pause.  
• Have spare battery packs ready for two or  
three times the expected recording time, and  
make trial recordings before making the actual  
recording.  
battery pack  
This unit is compatible with the  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series). Your  
camcorder operates only with the  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.  
“InfoLITHIUM” P series battery packs have the  
mark.  
What is the “ InfoLITHIUM” battery  
pack?  
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-  
ion battery pack that has functions for  
communicating information related to operating  
conditions between your camcorder and an  
optional AC Adaptor/charger.  
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The  
battery pack is not water resistant.  
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates  
the power consumption according to the  
operating conditions of your camcorder, and  
displays the remaining battery time in minutes.  
With an AC Adaptor/charger (optional), the  
remaining battery time and charging time  
appear.  
About remaining battery time indicator  
• When the power goes off even though the  
remaining battery time indicator indicates that  
the battery pack has enough power to operate,  
charge the battery pack fully again. The  
indication on the remaining battery time will  
be indicated correctly. Note, however, that the  
battery indication will not be restored if it is  
used in high temperatures for a long time, or if  
left in a fully charged state, or when the  
battery pack is frequently used.  
Use the remaining battery time indication as a  
guide to the approximate shooting time.  
• The E mark that indicates low battery flashes  
even if there are still 5 to 10 minutes of battery  
time remaining, depending on the operating  
conditions or ambient temperature and  
environment.  
To charge the battery pack  
• Be sure to charge the battery pack before you  
start using your camcorder.  
• We recommend charging the battery pack in  
an ambient temperature of between 10°C to  
30°C (50°F to 86°F) until the CHG (charge)  
lamp turns off. If you charge the battery pack  
outside of this temperature range, you may not  
be able to charge it efficiently.  
• After charging is complete, disconnect the  
cable from the DC IN jack on your camcorder,  
or remove the battery pack.  
About storage of the battery pack  
• If the battery pack is not used for a long time,  
fully charge the battery pack and use it on your  
camcorder once a year to maintain the proper  
function.  
To store the battery pack, remove it from your  
camcorder and put it in a dry, cool place.  
• To discharge the battery pack on your  
camcorder completely, set [A.SHUT OFF] to  
To use the battery pack effectively  
• Battery pack performance decreases when the  
surrounding temperature is 10°C (50°F) or  
below, and the length of time you can use the  
battery pack becomes shorter. In that case, do  
one of the following to use the battery pack for  
a longer time.  
[NEVER] on the  
(STANDARD SET)  
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menu and leave your camcorder in tape  
recording standby until the power goes off  
(p. 88).  
About i.LINK  
The DV Interface on this unit is an i.LINK-  
compliant DV Interface. This section describes  
the i.LINK standard and its features.  
About battery life  
• The battery life is limited. Battery capacity  
drops little by little as you use it more and  
more, and as time passes. When the available  
battery time is shortened considerably, a  
probable cause is that the battery pack has  
reached the end of its life. Please buy a new  
battery pack.  
• The battery life varies depending on how it is  
stored and the operating conditions and  
environment for each battery pack.  
What is i.LINK?  
i.LINK is a digital serial interface for  
transferring digital video, digital audio, and  
other data to other i.LINK-compatible device.  
You can also control other device using the  
i.LINK.  
i.LINK-compatible device can be connected  
using an i.LINK cable. Possible applications are  
operations and data transactions with various  
digital AV devices.  
When two or more i.LINK-compatible device  
are connected to this unit in a daisy chain,  
operations and data transactions are possible  
with not only the device that this unit is  
connected to but also with other devices via the  
directly connected device.  
“InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony  
Corporation.  
Note, however, that the method of operation  
sometimes varies according to the  
characteristics and specifications of the device  
to be connected. Also, operations and data  
transactions may not be possible on some  
connected device.  
b Note  
• Normally, only one device can be connected to this  
unit with the i.LINK cable. When connecting this  
unit to i.LINK-compatible device having two or  
more DV Interfaces, refer to the operating  
instructions of the device to be connected.  
z Tip  
• i.LINK is a more familiar term for the IEEE 1394  
data transport bus proposed by Sony, and is a  
trademark approved by many corporations.  
• IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized  
by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics  
Engineers.  
About i.LINK Baud rate  
i.LINK’s maximum baud rate varies according  
to the device. There are three types.  
S100 (approx. 100 Mbps*)  
S200 (approx. 200 Mbps)  
S400 (approx. 400 Mbps)  
The baud rate is listed under “Specifications” in  
the operating instructions of each piece of  
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device. It is also indicated near the i.LINK  
interface on some device.  
The maximum baud rate for device that does not  
have any indication (such as this unit) is  
“S100.”  
The baud rate may differ from the indicated  
value when the unit is connected to device with  
a different maximum baud rate.  
Maintenance and  
precautions  
On use and care  
• Do not use or store the camcorder and  
accessories in the following locations.  
– Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never  
leave them exposed to temperatures above  
60°C (140°F), such as under direct sunlight,  
near heaters or in a car parked in the sun.  
They may malfunction or become  
deformed.  
– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical  
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.  
– Near strong radio waves or radiation. The  
camcorder may not be able to record  
properly.  
– Near AM receivers and video equipment.  
Noise may occur.  
– Sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand or  
dust gets in your camcorder, it may  
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction  
cannot be repaired.  
* What is Mbps?  
Mbps stands for “megabits per second,” or the  
amount of data that can be sent or received in one  
second. For example, a baud rate of 100 Mbps means  
that 100 megabits of data can be sent in one second.  
To use i.LINK functions on this unit  
For details on how to dub when this unit is  
connected to other video device having a DV  
Interface, see page 93, 94.  
This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK  
(DV Interface) compatible device made by  
Sony (e.g. a VAIO series personal computer) as  
well as to video device.  
Before connecting this unit to your computer,  
make sure that application software supported  
by this unit is already installed on your  
computer.  
Some i.LINK compatible video device such as  
Digital Televisions, DVD recorders/players,  
and MICROMV recorders/players are not  
compatible with DV device. Before connecting  
to other device, be sure to confirm whether the  
device is compatible with DV device or not.  
For details on precautions and compatible  
application software, refer also to the operating  
instructions for the device to be connected.  
– Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD  
screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may be  
exposed to direct sunlight. This damages  
the inside of the viewfinder or the LCD  
screen.  
– Anywhere very humid.  
• Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery  
pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).  
• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories  
recommended in these operating instructions.  
• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for  
example, from rain or sea water. If your  
camcorder gets wet, it may malfunction.  
Sometimes this malfunction cannot be  
repaired.  
• If any solid object or liquid get inside the  
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it  
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it  
any further.  
About the required i.LINK cable  
Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable  
(during DV dubbing).  
i.LINK and  
are trademarks of Sony  
Corporation.  
• Avoid rough handling, disassembling,  
modifying, or mechanical shock. Be  
particularly careful of the lens.  
• Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF  
(CHG) when you are not using your  
camcorder.  
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• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for  
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause  
heat to build up inside.  
• When disconnecting the power cord, pull by  
the plug and not the cord.  
• Do not damage the power cord such as by  
placing anything heavy on it.  
• Keep metal contacts clean.  
Note on moisture condensation  
Moisture may condense when you bring your  
camcorder from a cold place into a warm place  
(or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder  
in a humid place as shown below.  
• When you bring your camcorder from a ski  
slope into a place warmed up by a heating  
device.  
• Keep the Remote Commander and button-  
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 your local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
• When you bring your camcorder from an air-  
conditioned car or room into a hot place  
outside.  
• When you use your camcorder after a squall or  
a shower.  
• When you use your camcorder in a hot and  
humid place.  
– wash off any liquid that may have contacted  
your skin.  
– if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with  
plenty of water and consult a doctor.  
How to prevent moisture condensation  
When you bring your camcorder from a cold  
place into a warm place, put your camcorder in  
a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag  
when the air temperature inside the plastic bag  
has reached the surrounding temperature (after  
about 1 hour).  
When not using your camcorder for a  
long time  
Occasionally turn it on and let it run such as by  
playing back tapes for about 3 minutes.  
Otherwise, unplug it from the wall outlet.  
Video head  
• When the video head becomes dirty, you  
cannot record pictures normally, or distorted  
picture or sound is played back.  
• If the following problem occurs, clean the  
video heads for 10 seconds with the Sony  
DVM-12CLD cleaning cassette (optional).  
– Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the  
playback picture or the screen is displayed  
in blue.  
Moisture condensation  
If your camcorder is brought directly from a  
cold place to a warm place, moisture may  
condense inside your camcorder, on the surface  
of the tape, or on the lens. In this state, the tape  
may stick to the head drum and be damaged or  
your camcorder may not operate correctly. If  
there is moisture inside your camcorder, [%Z  
Moisture condensation. Eject the cassette] or [%  
Moisture condensation. Turn off for 1H.]  
appears. The indicator will not appear when the  
moisture condenses on the lens.  
– Playback pictures do not move.  
– Playback pictures do not appear or the  
sound breaks off.  
– [x Dirty video head. Use a cleaning  
cassette.] appears on the screen during  
recording.  
• The video head suffers from wear after long  
use. If you cannot obtain a clear image even  
after using a cleaning cassette, it might be  
because the video head is worn. Please contact  
your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony  
service facility to have the video head  
replaced.  
If moisture condensation has occurred  
None of the functions except cassette ejection  
will work. Eject the cassette, turn off your  
camcorder, and leave it for about 1 hour with the  
cassette lid open. Your camcorder can be used  
again if % or Z does not appear when the power  
is turned on again.  
If moisture starts to condense, your camcorder  
sometimes cannot detect condensation. If this  
happens, the cassette is sometimes not ejected  
for 10 seconds after the cassette lid is opened.  
This is not a malfunction. Do not close the  
cassette lid until the cassette is ejected.  
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Touch the “×” displayed on the screen  
with the corner of the supplied “Memory  
Stick Duo.”  
LCD screen  
• Do not add excessive pressure on the LCD  
screen, as it may cause damage.  
• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a  
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.  
This is not a malfunction.  
The position of the “×” changes.  
• While using your camcorder, the back of the  
LCD screen may heat up. This is not a  
malfunction.  
To clean the LCD screen  
• If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen  
dirty, it is recommended you use the cleaning  
cloth (supplied) to clean it. When you use the  
LCD Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the  
cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen.  
Use cleaning paper moistened with the liquid.  
If you did not press the right spot, start from  
step 4 again.  
b Note  
• You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if you have  
rotated the LCD panel and set it with the LCD screen  
facing out.  
On adjustment of the LCD screen  
(CALIBRATION)  
On handling the casing  
• If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder  
body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with  
water, and then wipe the casing with a dry soft  
cloth.  
• Avoid the following to avoid damage to the  
finish.  
The buttons on the touch panel may not work  
correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure  
below. It is recommended you connect your  
camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied  
AC Adaptor during the operation.  
1
Slide the POWER switch up to OFF  
(CHG).  
– Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,  
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent and  
insecticide.  
– Handling with above substances on your  
hands.  
2
Eject the cassette and “Memory Stick  
Duo” from your camcorder, then  
disconnect any connecting cables except  
the AC Adaptor from your camcorder.  
– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber  
or vinyl objects for a long period of time.  
3
Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to  
select the PLAY/EDIT mode while  
pressing DISPLAY/BATT INFO on your  
camcorder, then press and hold  
DISPLAY/BATT INFO for about 5  
seconds.  
About care and storage of the lens  
• Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft  
cloth in the following instances:  
– When there are fingerprints on the lens  
surface.  
– In hot or humid locations  
– When the lens is exposed to salty air such as  
at the seaside.  
• Store in a well-ventilated location subject to  
little dirt or dust.  
• To prevent molds periodically clean the lens  
as described above.  
It is recommended you operate your camcorder  
about once a month to keep it in an optimum  
state for a long time.  
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To charge the pre-installed button-type  
battery  
Specification  
Your camcorder has a pre-installed button-type  
battery to retain the date, time, and other  
settings even when the POWER switch is set to  
OFF (CHG). The pre-installed button-type  
battery is always charged while you are using  
your camcorder but it will get discharged  
gradually if you do not use your camcorder. The  
button-type battery will be fully discharged in  
about 3 months if you do not use your  
camcorder at all. However, even if the pre-  
installed button-type battery is not charged, the  
camcorder operation will not be affected as long  
as you are not recording the date.  
Video camera recorder  
System  
Video recording system  
2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system  
Still image recording system  
Exif Ver. 2.2 *1  
*1 “Exif” is a file format for still images,  
established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics  
and Information Technology Industries  
Association). Files in this format can have  
additional information such as your  
camcorder’s setting information at the time of  
recording.  
Procedures  
Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet using  
the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it with the  
POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) for more  
than 24 hours.  
Audio recording system  
Rotary heads, PCM system  
Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1,  
stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo)  
Video signal  
NTSC color, EIA standards  
Usable cassette  
Mini DV cassette with the  
printed  
mark  
Tape speed  
SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s  
LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s  
Recording/playback time (using a DVM60  
cassette)  
SP: 60 min  
LP: 90 min  
Fast forward/rewind time (using a DVM60  
cassette)  
Approx. 2 min 40 s  
Viewfinder  
Electric viewfinder (color)  
Image device  
For DCR-HC65:  
3.6 mm (1/5 type) CCD (Charge Coupled  
Device)  
Gross: Approx. 1 070 000 pixels  
Effective (still): Approx. 1 000 000 pixels  
Effective (movie): Approx. 690 000 pixels  
For DCR-HC85:  
5.0 mm (1/3.6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled  
Device)  
Gross: Approx. 2 110 000 pixels  
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Effective (still): Approx. 1 920 000 pixels  
Effective (movie): Approx. 1 080 000 pixels  
DV input/output  
4-pin connector  
Lens  
Headphone jack  
For DCR-HC65:  
Stereo minijack (Ø 3.5 mm)  
LANC jack  
Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm)  
USB jack  
mini-B  
MIC jack  
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar  
Combined power zoom lens  
Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in.)  
10 × (Optical), 120 × (Digital)  
F = 1.8 ~ 2.3  
For DCR-HC85:  
Minijack, 0.388 mV low impedance with DC  
2.5 to 3.0 V, output impedance 6.8 kΩ  
(kilohms) (Ø 3.5 mm), Stereo type  
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T*  
Combined power zoom lens  
Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.)  
10 × (Optical), 120 × (Digital)  
F = 1.8 ~ 2.1  
LCD screen  
Picture  
Focal length  
8.8 cm (3.5 type)  
Total dot number  
123 200 (560 × 220)  
For DCR-HC65:  
3.2 - 32 mm (5/32 - 1 5/16 in.)  
When converted to a 35 mm still camera  
In CAMERA-TAPE:  
46 - 460 mm (1 13/16 - 18 1/8 in.)  
In CAMERA-MEMORY:  
38 - 380 mm (1 1/2 - 15 in.)  
For DCR-HC85:  
4.5 - 45 mm (3/16 - 1 13/16 in.)  
When converted to a 35 mm still camera  
In CAMERA-TAPE:  
General  
Power requirements  
DC 7.2 V (battery pack)  
DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)  
Average power consumption (when using the  
battery pack)  
For DCR-HC65:  
During camera recording using the viewfinder  
2.7 W  
During camera recording using the LCD  
3.8 W  
For DCR-HC85:  
52 - 520 mm (2 1/8 - 20 1/2 in.)  
In CAMERA-MEMORY:  
39 - 390 mm (1 9/16 - 15 3/8 in.)  
Color temperature  
[AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR]  
(3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5 800 K)  
Minimum illumination  
During camera recording using the viewfinder  
3.3 W  
During camera recording using the LCD  
4.4 W  
7 1x (lux) (F 1.8)  
0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus function)*  
* Objects unable to be seen due to the dark can be  
shot with infrared lighting.  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40° C (32°F to 104°F)  
Storage temperature  
-20° C to + 60° C (-4° F to + 140° F)  
Dimensions (approx.)  
68 × 89 × 172 mm (2 3/4 × 3 5/8 × 6 7/8 in.)  
(w/h/d)  
Input/Output connectors  
Audio/Video input/output  
10-pin connector  
Input/output auto switch  
Mass (approx.)  
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω(ohms),  
unbalanced  
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms),  
unbalanced  
Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω  
(ohms), unbalanced  
For DCR-HC65:  
560 g (1 lb 3 oz) main unit only  
650 g (1 lb 6 oz) including the NP-FP50  
rechargeable battery pack and DVM60  
cassette.  
For DCR-HC85:  
Audio signal: 327 mV (at output impedance  
more than 47 kΩ(kilohms)), Input impedance  
more than 47 kΩ (kilohms), Output impedance  
with less than 2.2 kΩ(kilohms)  
630 g (1 lb 6 oz) main unit only  
740 g (1 lb 10 oz) including the NP-FP50  
rechargeable battery pack and DVM60  
cassette.  
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Supplied accessories  
Types of differences  
See page 13.  
AC Adaptor AC-L25A/L25B  
Power requirements  
AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz  
Current consumption  
0.35 - 0.18 A  
Power consumption  
18 W  
Output voltage  
Model  
DCR-  
HC65  
HC85  
Lens  
Carl Zeiss  
Vario-Tessar  
Carl Zeiss  
Vario-  
Sonnar T*  
DC 8.4 V, 1.5 A  
CCD  
Approx.  
1 070 000  
pixels  
Approx.  
2 110 000  
pixels  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40°C (32° F to 104°F)  
Storage temperature  
-20° C to + 60° C (-4°F to + 140°F)  
Dimensions (approx.)  
56 × 31 × 100 mm (2 1/4 × 1 1/4 × 4 in.)  
(w/h/d) excluding the projecting parts  
Mass (approx.)  
(Charge  
Coupled  
Device)  
Flash  
External flash Built-in  
(optional) flash  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
190 g (6.7 oz) excluding the power cord  
Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FP50)  
Maximum output voltage  
DC 8.4 V  
Output voltage  
DC 7.2 V  
Capacity  
4.9 Wh (680 mAh)  
Dimensions (approx.)  
31.8 × 18.5 × 45.0 mm  
(1 5/16 × 3/4 × 1 13/16 in.) (w/h/d)  
Mass (approx.)  
40 g (1.5 oz)  
Operating temperature  
0°C to 40°C (32° F to 104°F)  
Type  
Lithium ion  
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Quick Reference  
Identifying parts and  
controls  
Camcorder  
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qa  
qs  
qd  
qf  
qg  
qh  
qj  
3
4
5
6
7
8
A Lens cap  
J DISPLAY/BATT INFO button (p. 15)  
K EASY button (p. 34, 54)  
L Viewfinder (p. 4, 18)  
B Speaker  
C LCD/Touch panel screen (p. 4, 18)  
D OPEN button  
M “Memory Stick Duo” slot (p. 21)  
N Access lamp (p. 21, 128)  
O Battery pack (p. 14)  
E LCD BACKLIGHT button * (p. 18)  
F REC START/STOP button (p. 24, 50)  
G RESET button  
P For DCR-HC65: CHG (charge) lamp  
For DCR-HC85: flash charge  
If you press RESET, all the settings  
including the date and time, except the  
Personal Menu items, return to the default.  
indicator /CHG (charge) lamp (p. 14)  
Q DC IN jack (p. 14)  
H For DCR-HC85:  
* This button is not available during Easy Handycam  
(flash) button (p. 31)  
operation(zmark).  
I Power zoom lever  
Quick Reference  
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1
2
7
8
3
4
5
6
9
0
z Tips on the Intelligent accessory shoe  
• The Intelligent accessory shoe supplies power to  
optional accessories such as a video light, a flash or  
microphone.  
• The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate  
the POWER switch on your camcorder. Refer to the  
operating instructions of the accessory for details.  
A Shoe cover  
Remove the shoe cover when you attach the  
accessory.  
B For DCR-HC85:  
Flash (p. 31)  
C Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens)  
H Focus ring (p. 41)  
Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl  
Zeiss lens which can reproduce fine images.  
The lens for your camcorder was developed  
jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony  
Corporation. It adopts the MTF  
measurement system for video cameras and  
offers a quality as fine as a Carl Zeiss lens.  
MTF stands for Modulation Transfer  
Function.The value number indicates the  
amount of light from a subject coming into  
the lens.  
I FOCUS button * (p. 41)  
J BACK LIGHT button * (p. 37)  
* These buttons are not available during Easy  
Handycam operation(zmark).  
D Microphone (p. 105)  
E Camera recording lamp (p. 24)  
F Remote sensor/Infrared ray emitter  
(p. 100)  
G Intelligent accessory shoe  
The Intelligent accessory shoe has a safety  
device for fixing the installed accessory  
securely. To connect an accessory, press  
down and push it to the end, and then  
tighten the screw. To remove an accessory,  
loosen the screw, and then press down and  
pull out the accessory.  
,continued  
Quick Reference  
139  
   
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
9
q;  
qa  
qs  
qd  
qf  
qg  
8
A PHOTO button (p. 29)  
B CAMERA-TAPE, CAMERA-  
MEMORY, PLAY/EDIT mode lamps  
(p. 17)  
C Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 18)  
D PUSH (battery release) button (p. 14)  
E POWER switch (p. 17)  
F REC START/STOP button (p. 24, 50)  
G
H
DV Interface  
(USB) jack  
I NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch (p. 39)  
J i (headphones) jack (green)  
When you use headphones, the speaker on  
your camcorder is silent.  
K MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack (red)  
(p. 105)  
This jack works as an input jack for an  
external microphone as well as a power-  
supply jack for a plug-in-power  
microphone. When the external  
microphone is connected, it takes  
precedence.  
L AUDIO/VIDEO jack  
M
(LANC) jack (blue)  
The  
LANC control jack is used for  
controlling the tape transport of video  
device and peripherals connected to it.  
N Grip belt (p. 4)  
O Jack cover  
Quick Reference  
140  
         
1
3
4
2
A Hooks for shoulder strap  
B
OPEN/EJECT lever (p. 20)  
C Tripod receptacle  
Make sure that the length of the tripod  
screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch).  
Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod  
securely, and the screw may damage your  
camcorder.  
D Cassette lid (p. 20)  
To attach the shoulder strap  
Attach the shoulder strap supplied with your  
camcorder to the hooks for the shoulder strap.  
Quick Reference  
141  
 
Remote Commander  
Remove the insulation sheet before using the  
Remote Commander.  
To remove the insulation sheet  
Insulation sheet  
To change the battery  
1
While pressing on the tab, inset your  
fingernail into the slit to pull out the  
battery case.  
Tab  
A PHOTO button (p. 29)  
B Memory control buttons (Index*, – / +,  
Memory playback) (p. 52)  
C SEARCH M. button* (p. 60, 61)  
2
3
Remove the button-type lithium battery.  
D ./> buttons* (p. 60, 61)  
E Video control buttons (Rewind,  
Playback, Fast-forward, Pause, Stop,  
Slow) (p. 50)  
F ZERO SET MEMORY button* (p. 60)  
G Transmitter  
After turning on your camcorder, point  
towards the remote sensor to control your  
camcorder.  
Place a new button-type lithium battery  
with the + side facing up.  
H REC START/STOP (p. 28)  
I Power zoom button (p. 27)  
J DISPLAY button (p. 60)  
* These buttons are not available during Easy  
Handycam operation.  
4
Insert the battery case back into the  
Remote Commander until it clicks.  
Quick Reference  
142  
   
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 equivalent type  
recommended by the manufacturer.  
Discard used batteries according to the  
manufacturer’s instructions.  
b Notes on the Remote Commander  
• A button-type lithium battery (CR2025) is used in  
the Remote Commander. Do not use batteries other  
than CR2025.  
• Point the remote sensor away from strong light  
sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting.  
Otherwise, the Remote Commander may not  
function properly.  
• The Remote Commander may not function properly  
when the remote sensor is obstructed with a  
conversion lens (optional).  
• When you are operating with the Remote  
Commander supplied with your camcorder, your  
VCR may also operate. In that case, select a  
commander mode other than VTR 2 for your VCR,  
or cover the sensor of your VCR with black paper.  
Quick Reference  
143  
Indicators for the LCD screen and viewfinder  
Following indicators will appear on the LCD  
Indicators  
Meanings  
screen and viewfinder to indicate the state of  
your camcorder. Indicators vary depending on  
your camcorder model.  
For DCR-HC65:  
Flash (p. 67)  
This indicator appears  
when you use video flash  
light (optional).  
Example: Indicators in the CAMERA-TAPE  
mode  
For DCR-HC85:  
Flash (p. 31)  
Time code (p. 57)/Tape counter (p. 57)/Self-  
diagnosis (p. 121)/Picture number (p. 53)  
This indicator appears only  
when the flash is in use.  
60min  
STBY  
0:00:00  
60min  
Frame recording (p. 76)  
Outputting analog images  
and sound in digital format  
(p. 86)  
P-MENU  
DV input (p. 95)  
Exposure adjustment scale  
Zero set memory (p. 60)  
NightShot plus (p. 39)  
Indicators  
Meanings  
Super NightShot plus  
(p. 39)  
y60min  
SP , LP  
Remaining battery (p. 25)  
Recording mode (p. 26)  
Color Slow Shutter (p. 39)  
Warning (p. 121)  
Q Z  
STBY REC  
Recording standby/  
recording mode  
Picture effect (p. 74)  
Digital effect (p. 43)  
MEMORY MIX (p. 45)  
Image quality (p. 31)  
Image size (p. 31)  
Image size (p. 26)  
1600  
9
Manual focus/Expanded  
focus (p. 40)  
Recording folder/playback  
folder (p. 73)  
PROGRAM AE (p. 64)  
Cassette Memory (p. 126)  
Audio mode (p. 84)  
Backlight (p. 37)  
.
n
White balance (p. 65)  
60min q  
Remaining tape (p. 25)  
For DCR-HC85:  
Sharpness (p. 66)  
Continuous photo  
recording (Burst) (p. 70)  
16:9 WIDE (p. 68)  
Self-timer recording (p. 28,  
33)  
SteadyShot off (p. 69)  
For DCR-HC65:  
Interval recording (p. 77)  
For DCR-HC85:  
Progressive recording  
(p. 28)  
Interval still image  
recording (p. 78)  
-
Protect (p. 108)  
Quick Reference  
144  
 
Indicators  
Meanings  
Print mark (p. 109)  
Slide show (p. 75)  
LCD backlight off (p. 18)  
Image delete (p. 107)  
PictBridge connecting  
(p. 110)  
Quick Reference  
145  
Charging the battery  
Exposure braketing  
(EXP. BRKTG)  
Battery pack ................14  
Pre-installed button-type  
battery.................135  
Index  
See Burst (BURST)  
Numeric  
16:9 WIDE mode .............. 68  
Clock set (CLOCK SET)  
...............................19, 89  
Color Slow Shutter  
F
FADER.............................. 42  
FILE NO............................ 72  
Fine (FINE)  
A
(COLOR SLOW S).....39  
Customizing Personal Menu  
.....................................90  
A/V connecting cable  
...................... 59, 93, 105  
AC Adaptor ....................... 14  
Adjusting the viewfinder  
.................................... 18  
Audio dubbing  
See Image quality  
(QUALITY)  
Flash .................................. 31  
FLASH LEVEL................. 67  
FLASH MODE ................. 67  
Flash motion (FLASH)...... 43  
FLASH SET ...................... 67  
Flexible spot meter  
(SPOT METER) ......... 37  
Focus ................................. 40  
Folder  
D
Data code  
(DATA CODE).....57, 87  
Date search.........................61  
Date/time............................57  
Delete  
Deleting pictures .......107  
DEMO MODE...................79  
Digital convert function  
(A/V c DV OUT) .......86  
Digital effect  
(D.EFFECT)..........43, 51  
Digital program editing  
(PROG.EDIT) .............98  
DIGITAL ZOOM ..............68  
Direct Access to “Click to  
DVD”  
See BURN DVD  
Direct Access to Video CD  
Burn  
See BURN VCD  
Display  
DISPLAY....................88  
Display indicators .....144  
DOT FADER.....................42  
Dual sound track tape ........84  
Dubbing (REC CTRL).......93  
(AUD DUB CTRL) .. 105  
AUDIO MIX ............. 85, 107  
AUDIO MODE ................. 84  
Auto shut off function  
(A. SHUT OFF).......... 88  
AUTO SHUTTER............. 66  
See NEW FOLDER  
See PB FOLDER  
See REC FOLDER  
B
FORMAT .................. 72, 127  
Frame playback ................. 50  
Frame recording  
(FRAME REC)........... 76  
Full charge......................... 14  
BACK LIGHT (camera).... 37  
Battery  
Battery Info................. 15  
Battery pack................ 14  
Remaining battery  
..................... 25, 130  
BEEP........................... 18, 88  
BLACK FADER ............... 42  
BURN DVD...................... 80  
BURN VCD ...................... 81  
Burst (BURST)............ 30, 70  
Button-type battery  
G
Grip belt....................... 4, 140  
H
Headphones jack ............. 140  
HIGH SPEED  
Camcorder ................ 135  
Remote Commander  
See Burst (BURST)  
........................... 142  
I
i.LINK ............................. 131  
i.LINK cable................ 93, 98  
ID-1/ID-2 system............... 68  
Image protection.............. 108  
Image quality (QUALITY)  
.............................. 31, 71  
Image size (IMAGE SIZE)  
.............................. 31, 71  
Index screen....................... 54  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
.................................. 130  
Infrared ray emitter.......... 100  
C
E
CALIBRATION.............. 134  
Camera Chroma key  
Easy Handycam ...........34, 54  
EDIT SEARCH .................47  
END SEARCH ............47, 81  
Erase  
(CAM T M CHROMA)  
.................................... 45  
Camera settings data display  
.................................... 57  
Cassette ............................. 20  
Cassette Memory......... 3, 126  
Cassette Memory Search  
(SEARCH)  
ALL ERASE (Cassette  
Memory)...............83  
ALL ERASE (still image)  
..............................72  
Expanded focus  
(EXP. FOCUS)............66  
.................. 47, 60, 61, 81  
Quick Reference  
146  
Intelligent accessory shoe  
...........................105, 139  
Interval photo recording  
(INT. REC-STL) .........78  
Interval recording  
Menu  
CAMERA SET...........64  
PRINT  
See PictBridge  
Print mark........................ 109  
PROGRAM AE ................ 64  
Program edit  
(PROG. EDIT) ........... 80  
Progressive recording mode  
(PROGRE REC)......... 28  
EDIT/PLAY................80  
MEMORY SET ..........70  
MENU ROTATE........88  
PICT. APPLI...............74  
Selecting items............62  
STANDARD SET ......84  
TIME/LANGU. ..........89  
Mirror mode ......................27  
Moisture condensation ....133  
MONOTONE ....................42  
MOSAIC FADER .............42  
MOVIE SET......................71  
MPEG..............................127  
MULTI-SOUND ...............84  
(INTERVAL REC) .....77  
J
JPEG ................................127  
R
REC FOLDER .................. 73  
Rec review ........................ 48  
REC START/STOP .... 24, 50  
Recording capacity  
L
LANC...............................140  
Language (LANGUAGE)  
...............................22, 89  
LCD back light  
Display ....................... 25  
REMAINING....... 71, 87  
Recording lamp  
(REC LED)................. 87  
Recording mode  
(REC MODE)....... 25, 84  
Recording time............ 16, 26  
Red-eye reduction  
(REDEYE REDUC)... 67  
Remote Commander ....... 142  
REMOTE CTRL ........ 87  
Remote sensor................. 139  
RESET ............................ 138  
Review ........................ 24, 30  
(LCD BL LEVEL) ......85  
LCD BACKLIGHT button  
.............................18, 138  
LCD brightness  
(LCD BRIGHT) ..........18  
LCD COLOR.....................85  
LCD screen ..........................4  
LCD/VF SET .....................85  
LP (Long Play)  
N
NEW FOLDER .................73  
NightShot Light  
(NS LIGHT)..........39, 68  
NightShot plus...................39  
NORMAL  
See Burst (BURST)  
NTSC...............................125  
See Recording mode  
(REC MODE)  
Luminance key  
O
(LUMI. KEY)..............43  
OLD MOVIE.....................44  
Operation Confirmation beep  
See BEEP  
S
M
OVERLAP.........................42  
S video ........................ 59, 93  
Self-diagnosis display ..... 121  
Self-timer recording  
Main sound  
See MULTI-SOUND  
Manual exposure  
P
(SELF-TIMER).... 28, 33  
SHARPNESS.................... 66  
Skip scan ........................... 50  
SLIDE SHOW .................. 75  
Slow shutter  
(SLOW SHUTTR) ..... 44  
Smooth interval tape recording  
(SMTH INT. REC)..... 76  
Smooth transition  
(EXPOSURE) .............38  
Manual focus......................41  
Memory Chroma key  
(M T CAM CHROMA)  
.....................................45  
Memory Luminance key  
(M T CAM LUMI.) ..45  
MEMORY MIX.................45  
Memory Overlap  
(OVERLAP)................43  
Memory photo..............29, 52  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
General information ..127  
Inserting.......................21  
Number of pictures  
PAL .................................125  
PB FOLDER......................73  
Personal Menu (P-MENU)  
....................................62  
PictBridge........................110  
Picture effect  
(PICT. EFFECT).........74  
Picture search ....................50  
Playback (VAR.SPD PB)  
Double speed ..............50  
Frame ..........................50  
Reverse .......................50  
Slow............................50  
Playback Zoom  
See END SEARCH  
SP (Standard Play)  
See Recording mode  
(REC MODE)  
SPOT FOCUS................... 40  
Standard (STANDARD)  
See Image quality  
(PB ZOOM)................56  
Playing time.......................16  
Power mode.......................17  
........................26, 31  
(QUALITY)  
,continued  
Quick Reference  
147  
STEADYSHOT................. 69  
Stereo/monaural ................ 84  
STILL................................ 43  
Still image format............ 127  
STILL SET........................ 70  
Sub sound  
Z
Zero set memory................60  
Zoom............................27, 56  
See MULTI-SOUND  
Super NightShot plus ........ 39  
T
Tape counter...................... 25  
Telephoto  
See Zoom  
Time code.......................... 25  
Title (Cassette Memory)  
TAPE TITLE.............. 83  
TITL ERASE.............. 82  
TITLE......................... 81  
TITLE DISP ............... 83  
Title search........................ 60  
TRAIL............................... 43  
TV color systems............. 125  
U
USB jack ......................... 140  
USB Streaming.................. 86  
USB-CAMERA.......... 86  
USB-PLY/EDT........... 86  
Using abroad ................... 125  
V
Video head ...................... 133  
VIDEO INPUT.................. 86  
Viewfinder......................... 18  
Brightness  
(VF B.LIGHT)..... 85  
Volume (VOLUME) ... 49, 52  
W
Warning indicators.......... 121  
Warning messages........... 121  
White balance  
(WHITE BAL.)........... 65  
WHITE FADER................ 42  
Wide angle  
See Zoom  
WIPE................................. 42  
WORLD TIME ................. 89  
Write-protect tab ..... 126, 128  
Quick Reference  
148  
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