Sony DCR DVD203 Operating Guide
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Printed in Japan Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD203/ DVD403/DVD602/DVD653/DVD703/ DVD803 2-587-622-11 (1) Enjoying with your DVD Handycam 10 Getting Started 16 Easy Handycam 27 Recording/ Playback 32 Playback on DVD devices 44 Using the Recorded disc 50 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 2
, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-DVD Serial No. Model No. AC- Serial No. For customers in the U.S.A. "Battery - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 3
in CANADA "Battery pack" THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES003. Notes on use Your camcorder is supplied with two kinds of operations guides. - "Operating guide" (This manual) - "First Step Guide" for using the supplied software (stored on the supplied CD-ROM)* * The DCR-DVD92 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 4
recorded without any problems. You cannot delete images once you record them on a DVD-R. Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW (not manual are based on the model DCR-DVD403. About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 5
your DVD Handycam. * Depending on the place you bought, the disc has a mark. Notes on use • Hold the disc by its edge while supporting the of the disc or your camcorder. Care and storage of the discs • Keep the disc clean, or the quality of the audio and video output may deteriorate. • Clean - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 6
7: Inserting a disc 24 Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-DVD203/DVD403/DVD703/DVD803 26 Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settings Operate your camcorder with ease 27 Recording with ease 28 Playing back with ease 29 Preparation for - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 7
use PB zoom Recording/playback To check the remaining battery To turn off the operation confirmation beep To initialize the settings Review/Review deleting 38 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 39 Remote Commander (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 41 Playing the picture on a TV 42 Playback on DVD - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 8
Editing on DVD Handycam (DVD-RW:VR DVD devices 79 Recording images from a TV or VCR/DVD device (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 80 Jacks to connect external devices 81 Using a Computer (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Before referring to the "First Step Guide" on your computer 82 Installing software - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 9
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 87 Warning indicators and messages 101 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 105 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 107 Maintenance and precautions 109 Using the Strap Belt as a wrist strap 113 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 113 Specifications 114 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 10
using the Slide show function. You can also enjoy the Slide show on a DVD player if you finalize** the disc (p.30, 44). Using your DVD Handycam Preparing Recording Playing back on the DVD Handycam Playing back on DVD players (Finalize** the disc) 10 (p.16) (p.28, 32) (p.29, 33) (p.30, 44 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 11
to images using the Picture Package software supplied with your camcorder (p.82). • The DCR-DVD92/DVD602 do not support a computer connection. * DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) is a high capacity optical disc which enables you to record images. In this manual, an 8cm DVD disc is described as a "disc - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 12
. If your computer supports Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), you can transfer data at a faster rate. • The DCR-DVD92/DVD602 do not support a computer connection. normal. * VBR stands for Variable Bit Rate. This feature enables your DVD Handycam to adjust the bit rate 12 (recording capacity per a certain time - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 13
you to edit, such as deleting or dividing scenes, the material you have recorded on your DVD Handycam. Once you finalize the disc, you can play back the disc with a DVD player that supports VR mode. • Refer to the specifications of your playback equipment for additional compatibility information - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 14
your computer and editing them (82) 1) DVD discs recorded by Sony DVD Handycam are designed to be played back on home DVD players, DVD recorders, and computer DVD drives. DVD-RWs recorded in the VR mode must be played back on DVD playback equipment that supports the VR mode. Note that - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 15
Enjoying with your DVD Handycam How to choose a disc The figure below helps you to as dividing or deleting images. I want to play back the disc on various DVD playback devices. And, you can play back the disc on various DVD playback devices. And, you can play back the disc without finalizing it. - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 16
contact your nearest Sony dealer. 8cm DVD-R DMR30 (1) (p.13) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) AC Adaptor (1) (p.17) Power cord (1) (p.17) Cleaning cloth (1) Shoulder strap (1) (p.113) Shoe cover (1) (p.81) (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803) Attached to the camcorder. Lens cap (1) (p.20) (DCR-DVD92/DVD602 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 17
Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the battery after attaching the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (P series) (p.107) to your camcorder. DC IN jack cover DC IN jack CHG lamp Power switch Battery DC plug Power cord To the wall outlet AC Adaptor 1 Slide the battery pack in the direction - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 18
40 80 90 90 145 165 170 For DCR-DVD203/DVD703 Battery pack NP-FP50 (supplied) NP-FP70 NP-FP90 Continuous recording time 75 85 90 160 180 190 290 320 345 Typical recording time 35 40 40 70 85 90 140 155 170 For DCR-DVD403/DVD803 Battery pack NP-FP50 NP-FP70 (supplied) NP - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 19
LCD screen closed 125 NP-FP70 225 265 NP-FP90 400 475 For DCR-DVD203/DVD703 Battery pack NP-FP50 (supplied) LCD screen opened* 90 LCD screen closed 110 NP-FP70 190 235 NP-FP90 345 415 For DCR-DVD403/DVD803 Battery pack LCD screen opened* LCD screen closed NP-FP50 90 105 NP - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 20
edit them (DVD-RW: VR mode only) CHG 20 To turn off the power Slide the POWER switch up to OFF (CHG). • At the time of purchase, the power will be set to turn off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any operation attempted for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power. ([A.SHUT - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 21
LCD screen Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until appears. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or you want to save battery power. The recorded picture will not be affected by the setting. To cancel, press and hold DISP/BATT INFO until disappears - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 22
Step 5: Using the touch panel You can play back recorded pictures (p.29, 33), or change the settings (p.52) using the touch panel. Touch the buttons displayed on the screen. Touch the button on the LCD screen. Changing the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 23
set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or slide the POWER switch down. • If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 24
a disc A new 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW is required for recording (p.13). • Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using the cleaning cloth supplied with your camcorder (p.5). Disc cover OPEN switch Pickup lens POWER switch 1 Check that the power of your camcorder is on. • You - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 25
played back only on DVD players that support VR mode when you finalize it. 6 Touch [YES] [YES]. 7 Touch when [Completed.] appears. When the formatting is completed, you can start recording on the DVD-RW or the DVD+RW. • Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor while formatting - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 26
or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-DVD203/DVD403/DVD703/DVD803) By recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode, you can enjoy wide-angle, high-resolution pictures. If you intend to view pictures on a wide TV, recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode is recommended. POWER switch WIDE SELECT button • You cannot - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 27
again. The EASY lamp turns off. • If you turn off the power without canceling Easy Handycam operation, your camcorder turns on in Easy Handycam operation automatically when you turn on the power. Now try recording During Easy Handycam operation • You cannot use some buttons or switches (p.28, 29 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 28
there is still space to record on the disc when: - you turn off the power, then turn it on again. - you remove a disc from your camcorder, then 28 insert it again. • When you record in Easy Handycam operation, you cannot use following functions: - BACK LIGHT (p.35) - Turning off the backlight - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 29
Easy Handycam- using your camcorder with automatic settings Playing back with ease 1 Slide the POWER switch down repeatedly to light up image, appears with the image. • When you playback during EASY Handycam operation you cannot use following functions: - PB zoom (p.36) - Turning off the backlight - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 30
material on the disc during Easy Handycam operation. Cancel Easy Handycam operation, then follow the steps shown on page 50. 1 Place your camcorder in a stable position. Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. EASY button DC IN jack AC Adaptor POWER switch to wall outlet • Be - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 31
do not disconnect the AC adaptor during finalizing. • The shorter the amount of material recorded, the longer it takes for finalizing. 5 Remove the disc from your camcorder. Enjoy watching images on the DVD player, etc. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the DVD player, etc. Deleting - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 32
of the POWER switch. PHOTO POWER switch REC START/STOP REC START/STOP * Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 1 Slide the POWER switch down the image has been recorded. To check or delete the last recording (Review/Review deleting) See page 38. 32 To record the new movies/still images Even - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 33
Playback 1 Slide the POWER switch down repeatedly to light up the lamp. (Play/Edit) The VISUAL 5 times faster, two touches makes it approximately 10 times* faster. * approximately 8 times faster using a DVD+RW • When you touch a movie marked with , you can play it back from the point you have - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 34
Using your camcorder, Dolby Digital 5.1 Creater*, you can record audio in the 5.1ch surround sound** converting audio input in 4ch microphone. When you playback the disc on playback equipment that supports 5.1ch surround sound, you can enjoy exciting and powerful sound. DCR-DVD403/DVD803 You - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 35
(NightShot (DCR-DVD403/DVD803)/ NightShot plus (Except for DCRDVD403/DVD803 Set the NIGHTSHOT or NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( and ["NIGHTSHOT"] or ["NIGHTSHOT PLUS"] appear.) • To record an image brighter, use Super NightShot (DCR-DVD403/DVD803)/Super NightShot plus (Except for DCR-DVD403 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 36
DCR-DVD403/DVD803: Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803: 36 To fix the exposure for the selected subject See [SPOT METER] on page 56. To record in mirror mode Open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons alongside - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 37
microphone (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803) When an external microphone (optional) is connected, it takes precedence over the internal microphone (p.81). Remote sensor (Except for DCRDVD92/DVD602) Point the Remote Commander (p.41) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. REC lamp The - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 38
have recorded the new scenes. Checking the last scene (Review) Deleting the last scene (Review deleting) (DVD-RW/DVD+RW only) If the checked scene is unnecessary, you can delete it on the spot. Data once recorded on DVD-Rs cannot be deleted. 1 Slide the POWER switch down to light up the (Movie) or - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 39
-DVD92/ DVD103/DVD602/DVD653) (62) 2016 × 1512 (DCR-DVD403/DVD803)/ 1152 × 864(DCR-DVD203/DVD703), or 640 × 480) Quality ([FINE] or [STD]) (62) The number of recorded still images The number of recordable still image (approx.) (68) Review button (38) Displays the most recently recorded image - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 40
( ) is a reference page Meaning NightShot/NightShot plus (35) Super NightShot/Super NightShot plus (59) Color Slow Shutter (59) LCD backlight off (21) Bottom Indicator Meaning Picture effect (64) Digital effect (63) Manual focus (58) PROGRAM AE (56) Backlight (35) White balance (57) WIDE - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 41
Remote Commander (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) Remove the 33) STOP (p.29, 33) DISPLAY (p.22) Transmitter START/STOP (p.28, 32) Power zoom (p.34, 36) PAUSE (p.29, 33) VISUAL INDEX (p.29, 33) Displays a VISUAL INDEX camcorder (p.37). • To change the battery, see page 111. 41 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 42
(DCR-DVD203/DVD403/DVD703/ DVD803) Change the setting according to the screen size of the TV you will view pictures on. Slide the POWER switch down to light up the (Play/Edit) lamp. Touch [SETUP] STANDARD SET [TV TYPE] [16:9] or [4:3] . • When you connect your camcorder to - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 43
(right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR. • You can display the counter on the TV screen by setting [DISP OUTPUT] to [V-OUT/PANEL] (p.68). 43 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 44
, the disc can be overwritten on your camcorder when you unfinalize it (p.50). You need to finalize it again when you play it back on other DVD players. Finalizing is required. Once you finalize the disc, you can play it back on DVD players that support the VR mode. After finalizing, you can - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 45
Finalizing a disc (p.47) * You cannot follow using a DVD-RW (VR mode). Step 1: Preparing for finalizing 1 Place your camcorder in a stable position. Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. 2 Turn on the power by sliding the POWER switch down. 3 Insert the disc to be finalized - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 46
Customizing a Photomovie What is a Photomovie ? A Photomovie involves converting still images in JPEG format to movies in MPEG format to play them back on other DVD players or on your computer. The original still image remains in the JPEG format on the disc. Converted still images are played back in - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 47
restarts when you connect the AC adaptor and turn on your camcorder again. You cannot remove the disc until the finalizing operation is completed. 4 Touch ,when [Completed] appears. When using a DVD-R/DVD-RW (VIDEO mode)/DVD+RW, flashes after finalizing is completed when the POWER switch is set to - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 48
details, refer to the instruction manuals of your computer. • You cannot play back or edit movies that have been copied from the disc to the hard disk of your computer. For details on how to import movies, refer to the "First Step Guide" supplied with the CD-ROM (Except for DCR-DVD92/ DVD602). 48 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 49
the following folders on the disc. Movies DVD-R/DVD-RW(VIDEO mode)/DVD+RW: VIDEO_TS folder DVD-RW (VR mode): DVD_RTAV folder Still images DCIM\100MSDCF folder The folder for data for DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs (VIDEO mode)/DVD+RWs When using Windows XP: Playback on DVD devices Still image folder 49 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 50
space to record on the disc. When using the finalized DVD-RW (VR mode) disc, you can record additional material on the disc without any additional steps. • Use an AC Adaptor as power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during operation. • Do not apply shock or vibration to your - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 51
[FORMAT]. DVD-RW Select the recording format, then format the disc. Proceed to step 5. DVD+RW The [FORMAT] AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the power cord to the wall outlet. 6 Touch [YES] [YES], then touch when [Completed.] appears. • During the Easy Handycam - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 52
for movies : Settings for still images : Settings for viewing/editing Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green MODE button in the center only when the POWER switch ON OFF is in the OFF (CHG) (CHG) POWER position. 2 Touch the LCD screen to select the setup item. Unavailable items - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 53
settings, touch (close) to hide the setup screen. If you decide not to change the setting, touch to return to the previous screen. • During Easy Handycam operation (p.27), available setup items are displayed when you touch [SETUP] on the LCD screen. Using the Setup items 53 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 54
Setup items Available setup items () vary depending on the position of a lamp. *These functions are available during Easy Handycam operation. Position of lamp: CAMERA SET (p.56) PROGRAM AE SPOT METER EXPOSURE WHITE BAL. AUTO SHUTTER SPOT FOCUS FOCUS FLASH SET SUPER NS/SUPER NSPLUS - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 55
REMOTE CTRL 3) REC LAMP BEEP* DISP OUTPUT SETUP ROTATE A.SHUT OFF CALIBRATION TIME/LANGU. (p.69) CLOCK SET* AREA SET DST SET/SUMMERTIME LANGUAGE* Movie − − − − − 1) DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD602/DVD653 2) DCR-DVD203/DVD403/DVD703/DVD803 3) Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602 Still Play/Edit - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 56
setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows that comes in between the camcorder and the subject. • . • The setting returns to [AUTO] when you have the power source disconnected from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes. SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter) You - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 57
to [AUTO] when you have the power source disconnected from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes. EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. When recording indoors on a clear day, for instance, you can avoid backlight shadows on people next to the window by fixing the exposure to that - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 58
about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto. • The setting returns to [AUTO] when you have the power source disconnected from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes. FLASH SET You can set this function when you use the built-in flash (DCR-DVD403/DVD803) or an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 59
power source disconnected from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes. SUPER NS (DCR-DVD403/ DVD803)/SUPER NSPLUS (Except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803) (Super NightShot/Super NightShot plus focus manually ([FOCUS], p.58) when it is hard to focus automatically. • The shutter speed of your camcorder changes - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 60
zoom level in case you want to zoom greater than optical zoom magnification listed as below: (optical zoom) DCR-DVD92/DVD103/ 20 × DVD602/DVD653 DCR-DVD203/DVD703 12 × DCR-DVD403/DVD803 10 × While recording on a disc. Note that the image quality decreases when you are using the digital zoom - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 61
the instruction manuals supplied with the devices you are using. • When you play back pictures recorded in WIDE on a DVD+RW with a DVD player or a DVD . See page 52 for details on selecting setup items. BURST (DCR-DVD203/DVD403/ DVD703/DVD803) You can record several still images one after another - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 62
on a disc (approx.) 2016× 1512* 1152× 864** 640× 480 DVD-R DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) DVD-RW (VR mode) DVD+RW 810 1750 850 1850 850 1850 740 1450 2150 4100 2250 4300 2250 4300 1650 2600 Top:[FINE] / Bottom:[STANDARD] *DCR-DVD403/DVD803 **DCR-DVD203/DVD703 5100 8100 5400 8600 5400 8600 2950 3800 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 63
PICT.APPLI. Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/ playback (PICT.EFFECT/D.EFFECT/SLIDE SHOW, etc.) The default settings are marked with . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 52 for details on selecting setup items. FADER You can - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 64
minutes.) - When you slide the disc cover OPEN switch. - When the POWER switch is set to other than (Movie). - When you set the NIGHTSHOT or NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON (p.35). Picture appears mosaic-patterned. REC CTRL(Except for DCR-DVD92/ DVD602) See page 80. SLIDE SHOW Plays back all the images - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 65
disc title" of the "Making the disc compatible with playback on DVD players or DVD drives (Finalizing)" (p.46). To cancel editing the title, touch [ESC a double-sided disc, this value is applied for both sides. • Your camcorder has a VBR encoding system (p.12) so when you record an object that - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 66
[STEREO] when you have the power source disconnected from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes. the instruction manuals of the microphone for details. 66 For DCR-DVD92/DVD602 AC Adaptor as the power source, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 67
finder screen. • When you connect your camcorder to AC adaptor, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. VF WIDE DISP (DCR-DVD203/ DVD403/DVD703/DVD803)/ WIDE DISPLAY (DCR-DVD92/ DVD103/DVD602/DVD653) You can - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 68
: DATE/TIME CAMERA DATA OFF (no indication) (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602). • Depending on the disc condition, Bars [--:--:--] appear. • The setting returns to [OFF] when you have the power source disconnected from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes. DISC REMAIN AUTO Displays the remaining - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 69
selected. See page 52 for details on selecting setup items. CLOCK SET See page 23. AREA SET Set your local area using / when using your camcorder overseas. Refer to the World time difference on page 106. DST SET/SUMMERTIME OFF Does not set the summertime. (daylight saving time) ON Sets the - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 70
convenient if you add frequently used setup items to Personal Menu. Adding a setup item You can add up to 27 setup items for each POWER switch position. Delete a less important setup item, if you want to add more. 1 Touch [P-MENU SET UP] [ADD]. Deleting a setup item 1 Touch [P-MENU SET - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 71
Arranging the order of setup items displayed on Personal Menu 1 Touch [P-MENU SET UP] [SORT]. If the desired setup item is not displayed touch / . 2 Touch the setup item you want to move. 3 Touch / to move the setup item to the desired place. 4 Touch . To sort more items, repeat steps 2 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 72
mode). "Original data" refers to the recorded movies and still images data on the disc. Using DVD-RWs recorded in VR mode, you can edit the original images on your camcorder. Deleting images 1 Slide the POWER switch down repeatedly to light up (Play/ Edit) lamp. 2 Insert the recorded disc into your - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 73
movie does not affect the movie in the Playlist. Editing on DVD Handycam (DVD-RW:VR mode) When you touch , the operational buttons occur from the point where you touch and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on half-second increments. 7 Touch [YES]. - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 74
scenes in the Playlist. • You can add up to 999 scenes in the Playlist. • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC adaptor from you camcorder while editing the Playlist. It may damage the disc. 1 Slide the POWER switch down repeatedly to light up (Play/ Edit) lamp. 2 Insert the added disc into your - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 75
EDIT]. 4 Touch [MOVE]. 5 Select the scene to be moved. Editing on DVD Handycam (DVD-RW:VR mode) The selected scene is marked with . Press and hold the from the Playlist. Changing the order within the Playlist 1 Slide the POWER switch down repeatedly to light up (Play/ Edit) lamp. The selected - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 76
format) to a movie (MPEG format) to play them back on other DVD players or on your computer, and stores them as a Photomovie on the Playlist. 1 Slide the POWER switch down repeatedly to light up (Play/ Edit) lamp. 2 Insert the disc with the still images recorded into your camcorder. 3 Touch the ( - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 77
from still images to a Photomovie. This function is available only for DVD-RWs (VR mode). 1 Slide the POWER switch down repeatedly to light up (Play/ Edit) lamp. 2 Insert the disc on which the Playlist is added into your camcorder. 3 Select the (Playlist) tab. A list of the scenes added in the - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 78
Connecting to a VCR or TV Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC adaptor for this operation (p.17). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. A/V jack (Yellow) (White) (Red) S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO : Video/Signal flow VCRs or TVs - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 79
TYPE] according to the playback device (p.42) (DCR-DVD203/ DVD403/DVD703/DVD803). 4 Insert the recorded disc into your camcorder. 5 Start the playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your recording device for details. 6 When - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 80
which allow you to record once, or have copy control technology. 1 Connect your camcorder to the TV or VCR/DVD device using the A/V connecting cable (supplied). Connect your camcorder to the output jacks of a TV or VCR/DVD device. See page 78 for details on how to make the proper connections - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 81
for DCR-DVD403/DVD803: Extend the view finder, then remove the shoe cover. Active Interface Shoe The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 82
) includes the following software. - USB Driver - Picture Package Ver.1.8 - "First Step Guide" About "First Step Guide" The "First Step Guide" is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer. This describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 83
driver capability (this product will not operate correctly at 800 × 600 dots or less, and 256 colors or less.) Others: USB port (this must be provided as standard) • Your camcorder environments. You need to install the software to your Windows computer to enjoy editing your recorded video - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 84
with the InstallShield Wizard. In such a case, manually copy "First Step Guide" to your computer according to the message's instructions. 5 Select the language for the application to be installed, then click [Next]. 8 Select where to save the software, then click [Next]. 9 Click [Install] on the - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 85
11 Click [Next], then follow the on-screen instructions to install "ImageMixer Easy Step DVD." 13 Make sure [Yes, I want to icons for [Picture Package Menu], [Picture Package Menu destination Folder] (and "First Step Guide," if installed by steps 10) appear on the desktop. Click [Next]. Click - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 86
of "First Step Guide" is not installed automatically. For inquires about this software Pixela User Support Center Pixela Home Page Windows: http://www.ppackage of the respective owners thereof. License of Picture Package by Sony Corporation would not be construed as conferring to you by implication - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 87
table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, remove the power source and contact your Sony dealer. Overall operations/Easy Handycam The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on. • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet or remove the battery pack, then - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 88
charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p.17). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. The power turns off frequently although the - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 89
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. You cannot turn the LCD backlight off. • During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot turn the LCD backlight on/off using the - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 90
Troubleshooting (continued) Disc The disc cannot be removed. • Make sure the power source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connected correctly (p.17). • Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then attach it again (p.17). • Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p.17). • The temperature - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 91
button and the point that the recorded movie starts/stops. • On your camcorder, there may be a slight time difference between the point where you press [MANUAL] (p.57) or select [SPOT METER] (p.56). • The back light function does not work during Easy Handycam operation. Cancel Easy Handycam operation - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 92
Troubleshooting picture is not correctly displayed. • Set the NIGHTSHOT or NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to OFF (p.35). The picture appears DCR-DVD92/DVD602) The supplied Remote Commander does not function. • Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [ON] (p.68). • Insert a battery into the battery DVD device malfunctions when you - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 93
• Finalize the disc (p.44). • A disc recorded in VR mode cannot be played back on a player that does not support VR mode. Check the compatibility in the instruction manual of the playback device. The playback picture is distorted. • Clean the disc using the cleaning cloth (supplied, p.5). " " is - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 94
the DVD device being used. Playback does not move to the previous scene when you press . • If playback crosses 2 titles made automatically by your camcorder when is pressed, playback may not move to the previous scene. Select the desired scene from the menu screen. Refer to the instruction manual - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 95
together with [PROGRAM AE]. You cannot use [SUPER NS] or [SUPER NSPLUS]. • The NIGHTSHOT or NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch is not set to ON. • You cannot use [SUPER NS] or [SUPER NSPLUS] MOVIE] together with: - [PROGRAM AE] - [PICT. EFFECT] - [WIDE SELECT] (DCR-DVD92/DVD103/DVD602/DVD653) 95 Troubleshooting - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 96
Troubleshooting (continued) You cannot use [PICT.EFFECT]. • You cannot use [PICT.EFFECT [LCD BL LEVEL] when power is supplied from the AC adaptor, or when you turn the LCD panel facing out on your camcorder when the POWER switch is set to (movie) or (Still). Editing (DVD-RW:VR mode) Unable to - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 97
jack of another device for dubbing a picture from your camcorder. Others Unable to finalize. • Battery is running out during finalizing. Use an AC adaptor. • The disc has already been finalized. If you are using a DVD-RW (VIDEO mode)/DVD+RW, follow the required procedure to record additional material - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 98
Troubleshooting (continued) Connecting to a computer (Except for DCR-DVD92/DVD602) The computer does not recognize your camcorder. • Install the Picture Package software (p.82). • Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, then connect it again firmly. • Disconnect USB device other than - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 99
[Device Manager] window appears. 5 Make sure that [SONY DDX-C1000 USB Device] appears in [DVD/CD-ROM drives], [Generic volume] in [Storage volumes], and [USB Mass Storage Device] in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] respectively. When all the devices appear, the USB driver is installed correctly - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 100
Troubleshooting (continued) [Cannot start Easy Handycam with USB connected] or [Cannot cancel Easy Handycam with USB connected] appears on the screen of your camcorder. • You cannot start or cancel the Easy Handycam operation while the USB cable is connected. Disconnect the USB cable from your - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 101
dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:21:00 C:(or E Self-diagnosis display) C:04: • The battery pack is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (p.107). C:13: • The disc is faulty. Use a compatible disc with your camcorder (p.13). • The disc is dirty - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 102
warning messages If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. Battery FOR "info LITHIUM" BATTERY ONLY (p.107) Battery level is low (p.17, 107) Old Battery Use a new one (p.107) Drive Drive error Turn on power again • A problem may have occurred with the disc drive. Turn off and - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 103
the disc on your camcorder (DVDRW/DVD+RW only) (p.51). Access error • An error occurred during reading or writing the disc. Data error • An error occurred during reading or Lens cover not fully open Turn power off then on Lens cover is not closed Turn the power off once Troubleshooting 103 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 104
in Easy Handycam operation (p.27) • The DVD+RW has been finalized. Make a disc to be able to record additional scenes (p.50). Other Please connect AC adaptor • You are trying to finalize or fomat a disc, or making a disc available for additional recording after finalizing with the battery capacity - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 105
100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L25A/L25B [a] [b] On TV color systems Your camcorder is an NTSC systembased camcorder. If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, it must be an - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 106
setting of the clock by time difference You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Set [AREA SET] and [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] in the TIME/ LANGU. (p.23). World time difference Area code Time-zone differences Area setting 1 GMT - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 107
Supplied with DCR-DVD403/DVD803, optional accessory for the models except for DCR-DVD403/DVD803. ** Optional accessory for all models. Remaining battery time indicator • If the power goes off even though the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 108
• To use the battery pack up on your camcorder, leave your camcorder in the recording standby without a disc inserted with the [A. SHUT OFF] to [NEVER] in the STANDARD SET in the SETUP display until the power goes off (p.69). Battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity drops little - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 109
finder 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 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 110
cables other than that of the AC Adaptor from your camcorder, then remove the disc from your camcorder. Touch [SETUP] STANDARD SET [CALIBRATION] . • The screen changes to 16:9 ratio when using 4:3 ratio (DCR-DVD203/DVD403/ DVD703/DVD803). CALIBRATION 1/3 Touch the "x" CANCEL - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 111
the date. Procedures Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet using the AC adaptor supplied with your camcorder, and leave your camcorder with the POWER switch turned off for more than 24 hours. To change the battery of the Remote Commander (Except for DCR-DVD92/ DVD602) While pressing on - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 112
type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. • A button-type lithium battery (CR2025) is used in the Remote Commander. Do not use batteries other than the CR2025. • When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 113
Using the Strap Belt as a wrist strap This is useful for carrying your camcorder. 1 Open the hook and loop fastener of the hand pad ()and remove it from the ring (). Attaching the Shoulder Strap You can attach the Shoulder - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 114
Creator DCR-DVD103/DVD203/ DVD403/DVD653/DVD703/ DVD803 Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable discs 8cm DVD-R/DVD-RW/ DVD+RW Recording format Movie DVD-R:DVD-VIDEO DVD-RW:DVD-VIDEO (VIDEO mode), DVDVideoRecording (VR mode) DVD+RW:DVD+RW - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 115
V (AC adaptor) Average power consumption (when using the battery pack) During camera recording using LCD DCR-DVD92/DVD602:3.4W DCR-DVD103/DVD653: 3.4W DCR-DVD203/DVD703: 3.5W DCR-DVD403/DVD803: 4.9W Viewfinder DCR-DVD92/DVD602: 3.0W DCR-DVD103/DVD653: 3.0W DCR-DVD203/DVD703: 3.0W DCR-DVD403/DVD803 - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 116
lb 1 oz) including the NP-FP50 rechargeable battery pack and disc DCR-DVD403/DVD803 520 g (1 lb 2 oz) main unit only 620 g (1 lb 5 oz) including the NP-FP70 rechargeable battery pack and disc Supplied accessories See page 16. AC Adaptor AC-L25A/L25B Power AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz requirements - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 117
68 DISC SET 65 Disc title 46, 65 DISP/BATT INFO.... 21, 22, 37 Display indicators .......... 39, 40 DISP OUTPUT 68 Dubbing 79 DVD menu 45 D.EFFECT (Digital effect 63 E EASY button 27 Easy Handycam operation ... 27 Edit 72 EXPOSURE 57, 94 EXT SUR MIC 66 F FADER 63, 95 FILE NO. (File number - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 118
User Support Center.. 86 Playback 29, 33 118 Playlist ADD 74 DIVIDE 76 Erase 74 MOVE 75 PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) ... 56 Power cord 17 POWER switch 17 Previous/next button 39 PROGRAM AE 56, 94 Protect 4, 51 P.MENU .... See Personal Menu R Rechargeable battery pack See Battery Recording - Sony DCR DVD203 | Operating Guide - Page 119
16 USB jack 81 USB SPEED 67 USB driver 82 Using abroad 105 V VF B.LIGHT ( DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW logo are trademarks. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Picture Package is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft, Windows, and Windows manual. 119 Additional Information
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Recording/
Playback
Getting Started
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32
Enjoying with your
DVD Handycam
10
Playback on DVD devices
44
Using the Recorded disc
50
Using the Setup items
52
Editing on DVD Handycam
72
Dubbing
78
Using a Computer
82
Troubleshooting
87
Additional Information
105
Easy
Handycam
27