Sony Digital Video Camera Recorder User Manual

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Computer
Applications Guide
Digital Video Camera Recorder

Sony Digital Video Camera Recorder Specifications

General

Brand	Sony
Model	Digital Video Camera Recorder
Category	Camcorder
Language	English

Summary

Additional Information: Troubleshooting and Index

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Common issues and their solutions for camcorder operations.

Connecting to a Windows Computer: Preparation Steps

Initial Computer Setup and Driver Installation

First-time setup for the computer, including driver installation.

Step 1: Installing the USB Driver

USB Driver Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide to install the USB driver on your computer.

Step 2: Installing Image Editor Software

ImageMixer Ver.1.5 Software Installation

Guide to installing the ImageMixer software from the CD-ROM.

Step 3: Installing Image Exchange Software

Image Transfer Software Installation

Guide to installing the Image Transfer software from the CD-ROM.

Connecting with the USB Cable

USB Cable Connection Procedure

Step-by-step guide to connect camcorder using the USB cable.

Connecting with the i.LINK Cable

i.LINK Cable Connection Procedure

Guide to connecting camcorder using an i.LINK cable.

Managing Pictures on a Windows Computer: Creating Video CDs

Video CD Creation Procedure

Steps to create Video CDs from camcorder footage using ImageMixer.

Connecting to a Macintosh Computer: USB Driver Installation

Step 1: Installing the USB Driver on Mac

Procedure to install USB driver on Macintosh computers.

Other Functions: Analog Video Conversion

Connecting Analog VCR via Camcorder for Conversion

Converting analog VCR signals to digital via camcorder.

Additional Information: Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting: Camcorder Not Recognized

Resolving issues when the computer doesn't recognize the camcorder.

Troubleshooting: Cannot View Tape Pictures on PC

Resolving issues viewing tape recordings on a Windows PC.

Additional Information: Troubleshooting (Cont.)

Troubleshooting: Image Not Appearing in ImageMixer (USB)

Resolving issues with images not displaying in ImageMixer via USB.

Troubleshooting: Image Not Appearing in ImageMixer (Win 2000)

Resolving ImageMixer display issues on Windows 2000.

Troubleshooting: Image Not Appearing in ImageMixer (Win XP)

Resolving ImageMixer display issues on Windows XP.

Troubleshooting: ImageMixer or Image Transfer Errors

Troubleshooting: Analog Signal Display Problems

Troubleshooting: Removing Conflicting USB Devices

Steps to remove potentially conflicting USB devices from Device Manager.

Troubleshooting: Memory Stick Icon Missing on Computer

Troubleshooting: Video CD Creation Issues

Troubleshooting: No Sound Via USB Connection

Troubleshooting: Distorted Image Display