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Sony Handycam DCR-PC9E User Manual

Sony Handycam DCR-PC9E
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3-068-332-53 (1)
©2001 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain
it for future reference.
Gebruiksaanwijzing
Lees, alvorens het apparaat in gebruik te nemen, de gebruiksaanwijzing
aandachtig door en bewaar deze voor eventuele naslag.
DCR-PC6E/PC9E
Digital
Video Camera
Recorder
SERIES
TM
DCR-PC9E

Table of Contents

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Sony Handycam DCR-PC9E Specifications

General IconGeneral
Recording MediaMiniDV
Sensor TypeCCD
LCD Screen Size2.5 inches
Effective Pixels1.07 Megapixels
ViewfinderColor
MicrophoneStereo
Video FormatDV
InterfaceIEEE 1394 (FireWire)
TypeMiniDV Camcorder

Summary

Main Features

Taking moving or still images, and playing them back

Learn to record, play back, and manage video and still images.

Quick Start Guide

Connecting the mains lead

Step-by-step guide to connect the AC power adapter for immediate use.

Inserting a cassette

Instructions on how to properly insert a video cassette into the camcorder.

Getting started

Precautions on camcorder care

Important guidelines for handling and maintaining the camcorder to prevent damage.

Preparing the power supply

Installing the battery pack

Learn how to install and remove the battery pack correctly.

Charging the battery pack

Instructions on how to charge the InfoLITHIUM battery pack for use.

Connecting to a wall socket

Steps to power the camcorder using the AC power adapter.

Inserting a cassette

Using the touch panel

Recording – Basics

Recording a picture

Fundamental steps for capturing video footage with the camcorder.

Using the zoom feature

How to use the camcorder's zoom function for telephoto and wide-angle shots.

Checking the recording

Playback – Basics

Playing back a tape

Step-by-step guide to play back recorded video from a cassette.

Advanced Recording Operations

Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording

Capture still images from video onto tape for printing.

Advanced Playback Operations

Editing

Dubbing a tape

Connect to a VCR to dub or edit recorded video content.

Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing

Select and copy specific scenes from tape to a VCR for editing.

Customizing Your Camcorder

Changing the menu settings

Adjust various camcorder settings to personalize its operation and features.

“Memory Stick” operations

Using a “Memory Stick” – introduction

Learn about the Memory Stick, its formats, and basic usage.

Recording still images on “Memory Stick” – Memory photo recording

Record still images onto a Memory Stick, including continuous shooting.

Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – MPEG movie recording

Record moving pictures with sound onto a Memory Stick in MPEG format.

Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback

Play back still images stored on a Memory Stick.

Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection

Protect selected images on the Memory Stick from accidental deletion.

Deleting images

Delete selected or all images from the Memory Stick.

Troubleshooting

Types of trouble and their solutions

A comprehensive guide to diagnosing and resolving common camcorder issues.

In the recording mode

Solutions for problems encountered during recording.

In the playback mode

Solutions for issues encountered during playback.

In the recording and playback modes

Troubleshooting common problems across both recording and playback.

When operating using the “Memory Stick” – DCR-PC9E only

Specific troubleshooting for Memory Stick operations on the DCR-PC9E model.

Self-diagnosis display

Understanding and interpreting the camcorder's self-diagnosis codes.

Warning indicators and messages

Explanations of various warning indicators and on-screen messages.

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