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10Table of Contents (Continued)What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU ... 64Using the HOME MENU ...

100Warning indicators and messages (Continued)Recovering data Avoid any vibration.• Your camcorder tries to recover data automatically if the data w

101Additional InformationAdditional InformationUsing your camcorder abroadPower supplyYou can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC

102Using your camcorder abroad (Continued)Setting to the local timeYou can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when us

103Additional InformationMaintenance and precautionsSee page 14 for the details of discs which you can use with your camcorder.Notes on use• Hold the

104Maintenance and precautions (Continued)Care and storage of the discs• Keep the disc clean, or the image quality of the audio and video output may d

105Additional Information• Data read/write speed may vary depending on the combination of the “Memory Stick” and “Memory Stick” compliant product you

106Maintenance and precautions (Continued)• If you cannot use a “Memory Stick Duo” that has been used with another device, format it with your camcord

107Additional Informationfunction. To store the battery pack, remove it from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool place.• To discharge the battery

108Maintenance and precautions (Continued)x If moisture condensation has occurredLeave your camcorder for about 1 hour without turning it on.x Note on

109Additional InformationOn the pickup lens• Do not touch the lens inside the disc cover. Keep the disc cover closed except when inserting and removin

11Subject examples and solutionsShootingChecking your golf swingB SMTH SLW REC... 39Capturing still images during movie reco

110SpecificationsSystemVideo compression formatMPEG2/JPEG (Still images)Audio compression format Dolby Digital 2/5.1chDolby Digital 5.1 CreatorVideo s

111Additional Information40.4 - 404 mm (1 5/8 - 16 in.) (16:9)Color temperature[AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5 800 K)Minimum illu

112Specifications (Continued)Mass (approx.)DCR-DVD508/DVD908510 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only 590 g (1 lb 4 oz) including the NP-FH60 rechargeable batt

113Additional InformationOn trademarks• “Handycam” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.• “Memory Stick,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “ ,”

114Quick ReferenceIdentifying parts and controlsThe numbers in ( ) are reference pages.A Power zoom lever (36, 41)B PHOTO button (31,35)C EyecupD View

115Quick Reference A Active Interface Shoe The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a mic

116Identifying parts and controls (Continued)A NIGHTSHOT switch (38)B SpeakerPlayback sounds come out from the speaker. For how to adjust the volume,

117Quick ReferenceRemote Commander A DATA CODE button (71)Displays the date and time or camera setting data of the recorded images when you press this

118Indicators displayed during recording/playbackA Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP) (66)B HOME button (19, 64)C Remaining battery (approx.) (23)D Recording s

119Quick ReferenceA Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP) (66)B Return button (32, 42)C Remaining battery (approx.) (23)D Playback modeE Counter (hour/minute/seco

12Your camcorder records image data on 8cm DVD*.It is more convenient than video tape and far more versatile.Enjoying with your camcorderWhat you can

120Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued)Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your ca

121Quick ReferenceGlossaryx 5.1ch surround soundA system that plays back sound on 6 speakers, 3 at the front (left, right and center) and 2 at the rea

122IndexNumeric5.1 ch surround recording...368cm DVD ...12AAC Adaptor ...22Active interface shoe...

123Quick ReferenceLLANDSCAPE...80LANGUAGE SET...74LCD backlight ...27LCD BL LEVEL (LCD backlight l

124Index (Continued)VF B.LIGHT (Viewfinder brightness) ...73VIDEO mode...14, 121VIEW IMAGES SET ...71Vie

125Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en españolSpanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en españolPaso 1: Comprobación de los componentes suministradosAsegúrese

126Paso 2: Carga de la bateríaPuede cargar la batería “InfoLITHIUM” (serie H) tras instalarla en la videocámara.b Notas• Sólo es posible utilizar una

127Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en españolPara extraer la batería1 Gire el interruptor POWER hacia la posición OFF (CHG).2 Levante el visor.3 Presi

128Paso 2: Carga de la batería (continuación)DCR-DVD508/DVD908* El tiempo de grabación normal indica el tiempo de grabación al repetir las operaciones

129Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español• No se recomienda utilizar una batería NP-FH30 con la videocámara, ya que ésta sólo permite tiempos de g

13Enjoying with your camcorder ** Finalizing: a process to make it possible to play back recorded DVD on other DVD devices (p.46).Playback

130Paso 3: Conexión de la alimentación y ajuste de la fecha y la hora (continuación)3 Ajuste [HORA VERANO] y, a continuación, toque [SIGUIENTE].4 Ajus

131Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en españolPaso 4: Preparativos para la grabaciónAbra el panel LCD 90 grados respecto a la videocámara (1) y, a cont

132Paso 5: Inserción de un disco o un “Memory Stick Duo”Se necesita un disco DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R o DVD+R DL de 8 cm nuevo para realizar la grabación

133Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en españolx DVD+RWSeleccione el formato de la película, [PANORÁM.16:9] o [4:3] y, a continuación, toque .6 Toque [S

134Paso 5: Inserción de un disco o un “Memory Stick Duo” (continuación)Sólo se puede utilizar un “Memory Stick Duo” con la marca o .z Sugerencias• E

135Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en españolGrabaciónAjuste y tense la correa de sujeción como se muestra en la ilustración y sujete la videocámara c

136Grabación (continuación)Las películas se graban en el disco.1 Gire el interruptor POWER B hasta que se encienda el indicador (película).2 Presione

137Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en españolReproducciónGire el interruptor POWERA para encender la videocámara.Presione (VISUALIZAR IMÁGENES) B (o C

138Reproducción (continuación)Inicie la reproducciónToque la pestaña y la película que desea reproducir.La pantalla VISUAL INDEX vuelve a aparecer c

14Your camcorder is compatible with 8cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R and DVD+R DL.It does not support 12cm discs.Recording timeExpected recordable time on on

15Enjoying with your camcorder*1Refer to the instruction manual of your DVD device to see whether it supports the VR mode of DVD-RW.*2Formatting delet

16Continued on the next pageUsing your camcorder1Preparing(See page 21 to 30.)Select the disc that best suits your needs.Do you want to delete or edit

17Enjoying with your camcorderFinalizeFinalizeFinalizeFinalizeFinalizeFinalizeFinalize4Viewing on another DVD device(See pages 46, 59.)To view a disc

18“ HOME” and “ OPTION”- Taking advantage of two types of menusB Categories and items of the HOME MENU(CAMERA) category(VIEW IMAGES) category(OTHERS)

19Enjoying with your camcorder1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder.2 Press (HOME) A (or B).3 Touch the category you want to use.Example:

2To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “

203 Touch the item you want to know the content.When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen.To apply the option, touch [YES], other

21Getting StartedGetting StartedStep 1: Checking supplied itemsMake sure that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder.The number in

22Step 2: Charging the battery packYou can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) (p. 106) after attaching it to your camcorder.b Notes• You

23Getting StartedTo remove the battery pack1 Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).2 Raise the viewfinder.3 Press the BATT (battery) release button and r

24Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued)DCR-DVD508/DVD908* Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning

25Getting Startedwall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder.• Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, su

26Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time (Continued)4 Set [Y] (year) with v/V.5 Select [M] with b/B, then set the month with v/V.

27Getting StartedStep 4: Preparing for recordingOpen the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play

28Step 5: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo”A new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, or DVD+R DL is required for recording (p. 14).b Notes• Remove dust

29Getting Startedx DVD+RWSelect the aspect ratio of the movie, [16:9 WIDE] or [4:3], then touch .6 Touch [YES].7 Touch when [Completed.] is displaye

3IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSFor your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for fu

30Step 5: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” (Continued)1 Open the LCD panel.2 Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot in

31Recording/PlaybackRecording/PlaybackRecording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam)Easy Handycam operation makes nearly all settings automatic

32Recording and playing back with ease (Easy Handycam) (Continued)1 Turn the POWER switch A to turn on your camcorder.2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) F (or G).T

33Recording/PlaybackStill images: Touch , then touch the still image you want to view.* [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 71).z Tips• The scree

34RecordingAdjust and fasten the grip belt as illustrated, and hold your camcorder properly.b Notes• If the access lamps (page 28, 30) is on after rec

35Recording/PlaybackMovies are recorded on the disc. For recordable time, see page 14.1 Turn the POWER switch B until the (Movie) lamp turns on.2 Pre

36Recording (Continued)You can magnify images up to 10 times the original size with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons below the LCD screen.You

37Recording/PlaybackPress (flash) repeatedly to select an appropriate setting.No indication (Auto flash): Automatically flashes when there is insuff

38Recording (Continued)Set the NIGHTSHOT switch to ON. ( appears.)b Notes• The NightShot and Super NightShot functions use infrared light. Therefore,

39Recording/Playback• When you view the movie on a TV, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to your TV (16:9/4:3) (p. 44).• When viewing 16:9 (w

4IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Continued)LightningFor added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for lon

40Recording (Continued)b Notes• Sounds are not recorded during the about 3 second-movie shooting.• Image quality of [SMTH SLW REC] is not as good as t

41Recording/PlaybackPlaybackTurn the POWER switch A to turn on your camcorder.Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C).The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD

42Start playing backTouch tab and the movie to be played back.The VISUAL INDEX screen reappears when playback from the selected movie until the last

43Recording/PlaybackYou can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size.Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever o

44Connect your camcorder to the input jack of TV or VCR using A/V connecting cable 1 or A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO 2. Connect your camcorder to

45Recording/Playbackpicture’s aspect ratio switches between 16:9 (wide) and 4:3, the image may jitter.• When you play back a picture recorded in 16:9

46Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing)Finalizing makes the recorded disc compatible for playback with

47Recording/PlaybackTo add recordings to a finalized disc (p.62)b Notes• Even when you are using a DVD-RW or DVD+RW, you cannot record additional movi

48Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) (Continued)b Notes• It takes from a minute to a maximum of seve

49Recording/PlaybackTo select a DVD menu style1 In step 4, touch (OPTION) t [DVD MENU].2 Select the desired style from 4 types of pattern with [T]/[t

5Read this before operating your camcorderBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.CAUTIONThe

50Editing (OTHERS) categoryThis category enables you to edit or print images on a disc or "Memory Stick Duo," or copy them onto your compute

51EditingTouch to return to the previous screen.5 Touch t [YES] t .To delete all movies on the disc at one timeIn step 3, touch [ DELETE ALL] t [

52– write-protection is set to the still images by the other device.z Tips• To delete all images recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo,” format the “Memor

53Editingb Notes• Movies cannot be restored once they are divided.• Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing

54Creating the Playlist (Continued)To add all the movies on the disc in the PlaylistIn step 2, touch [ ADD ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t .b Notes• Do not re

55Editing5 Select the destination with [T]/[t].Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. 6 Touch t [YES] t .z Tips• When you s

56Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recordersYou can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. C

57Editing1 Insert the recorded disc into your camcorder.2 Turn on your camcorder, and press (VIEW IMAGES).Set [TV TYPE] according to the display devic

58Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) (Continued)1 Touch the still image to be printed.The selected image is marked with .Press a

59Utilizing recording mediaUtilizing recording media (MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) categoryThis category enables you to use a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” for

6Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued)CAUTIONYou are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual

60• Movies stored on a disc cannot be copied directly onto a computer to be played back or edited.z Tips• For details on operations and procedures, se

61Utilizing recording mediaDeleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting)Formatting makes the recorded disc new and reusable by deleting all the data re

62Formatting deletes all images on a “Memory Stick Duo.”1 Turn on your camcorder.2 Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" that you want to format int

63Utilizing recording media1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the power cord to the wall outlet.2 Turn the POW

64Customizing your camcorderWhat you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENUYou can change the recording functions and the operating set

65Customizing your camcorderMOVIE SETTINGS (p. 66)PHOTO SETTINGS (p. 68)VIEW IMAGES SET (p. 71)SOUND/DISP SET*3 (p. 72)OUTPUT SETTINGS (p. 74)CLOCK/ L

66MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies)Touch 1, then 2.If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page.How to set(HOME MENU) t pa

67Customizing your camcorderYou can compensate for camera shake (the default setting is [ON]). Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when using a tripod (opti

68LOW ( )Makes the flash level lower.You can set this function when you use the built-in flash, or an external flash (optional) that is compatible wit

69Customizing your camcorderVGA (0.3M) ( )Allows the maximum number of still images to be recorded.b Notes• When the picture ratio is changed to 16:9,

7Types of “Memory Stick” you can use in your camcorderYou can use “Memory Stick Duo” marked with or (p. 104).“Memory Stick Duo” (This size can be us

70PHOTO SETTINGS (Continued)* The image size is fixed depending on the aspect ratio of the image recorded:DCR-DVD508/DVD908– [ 4.6M] in the aspect ra

71Customizing your camcorderVIEW IMAGES SET(Items to customize the display)Touch 1, then 2.If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the p

7212IMAGESDisplays thumbnails of 12 images.* You can operate with the zoom buttons on the LCD frame or on the Remote Commander SOUND/DISP SET(Items to

73Customizing your camcorderB NORMALStandard brightness.BRIGHTBrightens the LCD screen.b Notes• When you connect your camcorder to outside power sourc

74OUTPUT SETTINGS(Items for when connecting other devices)Touch 1, then 2.If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page.How to set(HO

75Customizing your camcorderGENERAL SET(Other setup items)Touch 1, then 2.If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page.How to set(HO

76Activating functions using the OPTION MENUThe OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a comp

77Customizing your camcorderSee page 76 for setting operation.* Items that are included also in the HOME MENU.See page 76 for setting operation.* Item

78Functions set in the OPTION MENUItems you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below.How to set(HOME MENU) t page 64(OPTION MENU) t pag

79Customizing your camcorderb Notes• When recording a distant subject, focusing may be difficult and can take some time.• Adjust the focus manually ([

8Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued)viewfinder. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the r

80Functions set in the OPTION MENU (Continued)Select this to take spectacular shots of fireworks.LANDSCAPE* ()Select to shoot distant subjects clearly

81Customizing your camcorder• While is flashing quickly during [ONE PUSH] setting, continue to frame a white object until stops flashing.• flashes

82Functions set in the OPTION MENU (Continued)When [OLD MOVIE] is selected, appears on the screen and you can record with an old movie-type atmosph

83Using a ComputerUsing a ComputerWhat you can do with Windows computerWhen you install the “Picture Motion Browser” on a Windows computer from the su

84What you can do with Windows computer (Continued)Hard disk: Disc volume required for installation: Approximately 600 MB (5 GB or more may be necessa

85Using a ComputerInstalling the “First Step Guide” and softwareYou need to install the “First Step Guide” and software to your Windows computer befor

86Installing the “First Step Guide” and software (Continued)4 Check your area and country/region, then click [Next].The software is set up for your se

87Using a ComputerViewing “First Step Guide”z Tips• See page 87 when you use a Macintosh computer.To view “First Step Guide” on your computer, Microso

88TroubleshootingTroubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the proble

89TroubleshootingEven if you press EASY, menu settings do not switch to their defaults automatically.• Following menu settings remain as they were set

9Table of ContentsRead this before operating your camcorder ...5Subject examples and solutions 11What you can do with

90Troubleshooting (Continued)The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged.• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctl

91TroubleshootingRemaining disc space indicator is not displayed.• Set [ REMAINING] to [ON] to always display the remaining disc space indicator (p.

92Troubleshooting (Continued)The ACCESS lamp lights up even when you stop recording.• Your camcorder is recording the scene you have just shot on the

93TroubleshootingTiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the screen.• The spots appear when you are recording with [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] or [CO

94Troubleshooting (Continued)No sound or only a quiet sound is heard when playing back a disc.• Turn up the volume (p. 42).• Sound is not output when

95TroubleshootingA scene cannot be deleted.• Your disc may not be configured for deleting data (p. 15).• You cannot delete movie during the Easy Handy

96Troubleshooting (Continued)• The following list shows examples of unworkable combinations of functions and menu items.* DCR-DVD408/DVD808Functions t

97TroubleshootingWarning indicators and messagesIf indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following.Some symptoms you can

98Warning indicators and messages (Continued)E (Battery level warning)Slow flashing• The battery pack is nearly used up.• Depending on the operating,

99TroubleshootingPlayback prohibited.• You are trying to play back an incompatible disc with your camcorder.• You are trying to play back an image rec