Sony DCR-VX9000E Instrukcja Użytkownika

3-858-185-52 (1)©1996 by Sony CorporationOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,and retain it for future

10Inserting a cassetteUse a DV cassette with logo* only.Make sure that a power source is installed.We recommend you set the POWER switch to ON befor

11Getting startedTo eject the cassetteOpen the cassette compartment cover and press 6. After the cassette rises, take it out,then close the cover.You

12Make sure that the power source is installed and a cassette is inserted and that AUTOLOCK is set to ON. When AUTO LOCK is set to ON, all settings ar

13Basic operationsWhen ND ON flashes in the viewfinderSet ND FILTER to ON.To stop recording momentarily [a]Press START/STOP again. The “STBY” indicato

14Camera recordingNote on Standby modeIf you leave the digital camcorder in Standby mode for 5 minutes while a cassette isinserted, the digital camcor

15Basic operationsTo select 16 bit [a] or 12 bit [b] recording modeSet AUDIO MODE to 16 BIT so that you can get higher sound quality. In 16 bit mode,

16When you shoot a subject using a telephoto zoomIf you cannot get a sharp focus while in extreme telephoto zoom, press the power zoombutton to the “W

17Basic operations• You can also record in a low position to get an interesting angle. Lift the viewfinderup for recording from a low position [b].•

18Place the digital camcorder on a flat surface or use a tripodTry placing the digital camcorder on a table top or any other flat surface of suitableh

19Basic operationsChecking the recorded pictureUsing EDITSEARCH, you can review the last recorded scene or check the recordedpicture in the viewfinder

2Welcome to digital video!Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony digital camcorder. With your digitalcamcorder you can capture life’s precious

20Connections for playbackYou can use this digital camcorder as a VCR by connecting it to your TV for playback.There are some ways to connect the digi

21Basic operationsIf your TV is already connected to a VCROpen the jack cover and connect the digital camcorder to the LINE IN inputs on theVCR by usi

22Playing back a tapeYou can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also monitor thepicture on a TV screen, after connecting the dig

23Basic operationsVarious playback modesTo view a still picture (playback pause)Press P during playback. To resume playback, press P or ·.To locate a

24Advanced operationsUsing alternative power sourcesYou can choose any of the following power sources for your digital camcorder: batterypack and the

25Advanced operationsCharging the attached battery packAfter connecting the mains lead to the mains and setting the POWER switch on thedigital camcord

26You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features andfunctions of the digital camcorder.(1) Open the cover, then pre

27Advanced operationsSelecting the mode setting of each itemItems for both CAMERA and VTR modesCOMMANDER* <VTR4/OFF/ID/ID SET>• Normally select

28CUSTOM* <RETURN> <SET> <COLOUR LV/SHARPNESS/WB SHIFT/AE SHIFT><RESET>• Select RETURN to return to the menu to change other m

29Advanced operationsFade-in and fade-outYou can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance.When fading in, the picture gradually

3– for editing/playback –Re-recording a picture in the middleof a recorded tape ... 60Searching the recorded picture...

30Overlapping two picturesWhen using the overlap function, the picture gradually fades in over a still picture ofthe last scene recorded.(1) While the

31Advanced operationsUsing the wide mode functionYou can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on a 16:9 wide-screen TV.[a][b][d][c]In the viewfinder bl

32Using the wide mode functionTo cancel wide modeSet 16:9 WIDE to OFF in the menu system.To watch a tape recorded in 16:9 wide mode on a wide-screen T

33Advanced operationsPhoto recordingYou can record a still picture like a photograph for about seven seconds. This mode isuseful when you want to enj

34You can make a time-lapse like recording by setting the digital camcorder toautomatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve an excel

35Advanced operationsYou can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using cut recording. Tocreate this effect, alternately move the subj

36Selecting automatic or manual modeThe digital camcorder’s automatic functions offer you worry-free operation under mostshooting conditions. But in

37Advanced operationsWhen to adjust aperture, shutter speed, and gain manuallyWhen selecting one of aperture, shutter speed, or gain to be adjusted ma

38When to use manual focusIn the following cases you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.[a] [b] [c] [d]• Insufficient light

39Advanced operationsFocusing manuallyWhen focusing manually, first focus in telephoto before recording, and then reset theshot length.(1) Set FOCUS t

4Before you beginUsing this manualAs you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the digital camcorder areshown in capital letters.e.g. Set

40To return to autofocus modeSet FOCUS to AUTO. The f indicator in the viewfinder disappears.Shooting in relatively dark placesShoot at wide-angle af

41Advanced operations[a][b]Adjusting the apertureIf the difference between the brightness of the subject and the background is too great,adjust the ap

42Adjusting the shutter speedAdjust the shutter speed to control the picture quality. When recording sports events,for example, use a high speed shut

43Advanced operationsTo adjust the SLOW SHTR (shutter) or S (shutter) PRESET menuitemsWhen you want to make a dark scene look brighter or give an obje

44To select the Best Shutter SpeedConcerning shooting conditions and brightness, refer to the following chart to adjustshutter speed accordingly.Subje

45Advanced operationsAdjusting the gainIf the picture is too dark even with the aperture fully open, and using the slowestacceptable shutter speed, ad

46Adjusting the gainTo adjust the G (gain) PRESET menu itemWhen you want to choose a gain setting higher than 9, select the appropriate level fromthe

47Advanced operationsWhen you shoot in manual adjustment mode, we recommend you to keep the exposurefixed to make a clear picture. This section shows

48Tips for manual adjustmentCreating a desired picture without changing the exposureWhen the aperture value is F11, the shutter speed is 1/50, and the

49Advanced operationsAdjusting the white balanceWhite balance is the adjustment to make white subjects look white and to obtain a morenatural colour b

5Before you beginChecking supplied accessoriesCheck that the following accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder.12345 6789!º1 Wireless Rem

50Adjusting the white balanceAdjusting white balance manually(1) Set AUTO LOCK to OFF.(2) Set AUTO/MANUAL under the WHT BAL dial to MANUAL.(3) Turn WH

51Advanced operationsNotes on the ∑ indicator in the viewfinder• The indicator means:Slow flashing: white balance is not adjustedFast flashing: white

52Using the ND filterThe digital camcorder automatically senses the need for the ND filter, in such a case,ND ON/OFF flashes in the display.Using the

53Advanced operationsUsing the zebra patternYou can set the digital camcorder to display a zebra pattern (diagonal stripes) [a] in theportion of the p

54Adjusting the recording soundYou can adjust the recording sound level. Use headphones (not supplied) to monitorthe sound when you adjust.Checking t

55Advanced operationsAdjusting the recording level manually(1) Set the REC LEVEL switch to MANU.(2) Turn REC LEVEL to adjust the sound level so that t

56Adjusting the recording soundTo use external microphoneYou can record narration using an external microphone.Set AUDIO INPUT SELECT to MIC.Set MIC S

57Advanced operationsReleasing the STEADY SHOT functionWhen you shoot, the Ó indicator appears in the viewfinder. This indicates that theSteady Shot

58Use this menu setting to achieve consistent picture quality. This feature lets youcustomize the picture quality.Making a custom presetItemCOLOUR LV

59Advanced operationsTo turn off custom preset(1) While the digital camcorder is in Standby mode, press MENU.(2) Press or to select CUSTOM, then p

6Before using the digital camcorder, attach the viewfinder.(1) Loosen the viewfinder release ring.(2) Slide the viewfinder onto the attaching plate.(3

60Re-recording a picture in the middle of arecorded tapeYou can insert a scene in the middle of a recorded tape by setting the starting andending poin

61Advanced operationsWhen you use a cassette memory-mounted DV cassette ( logo*) which can storethe recorded date and time, etc., you can search the

62Notes on cassette memory search• You can search up to 6 days for date search and 43 pictures for photo search whenyou use the 4k-bit cassette memory

63Advanced operationsDisplaying recording dataYou can display the recording data (date/time or various settings when recorded)when you recorded (Data

64Editing onto another tapeYou can create your own video programme by editing with any other DV, miniDV, h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS,  VHSC, K S-

65Advanced operationsEditing onto another tapeEdición en otra cintaNotes on editing when using the DV connecting cable• You can connect one VCR only.•

66Replacing recording on a tapeYou can insert a new picture, sound, recording data/time, camera information, etc.,from a VCR onto your already recorde

67Advanced operationsAudio dubbingIf you recorded in 12 bit recording mode, you can add stereo narration or music to therecording.Making connectionsTo

68Recording(1) Set the POWER switch to ON and then set CAMERA/VTR to VTR.(2) Open the cover, press ·, then ) or 0, to search for the start and end poi

Additional information69Your digital camcorder is supplied with a lithium battery installed. When the batterybecomes weak or dead, the I indicator fl

7Getting startedCharging and installing the battery packBefore using your digital camcorder, you first need to charge and install the batterypack. To

70Changing the lithium battery in the digital camcorderChanging the lithium batteryWhen replacing the lithium battery, keep the battery pack or other

Additional information71You can reset the date and time in the menu system.(1) Open the cover, then press MENU to display the menu.(2) Press to sele

72Notes on video cassettesUsable cassettesUse a DV cassette. You cannot use any other mini DV, h 8 mm, H Hi8, jVHS, k S-VHS,  VHSC, K S-VHSC or l

Additional information73Tips for using the battery packThis section shows you how you can get the most out of your battery pack.Preparing the battery

74Tips for using the battery packThe switch on the battery packThis switch is provided so that you can mark the charged battery pack. Set the switcht

Additional information75Maintenance information and precautionsMoisture condensationIf the digital camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to

762121 PrecautionsDigital camcorder operation• Operate the digital camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor).• For DC or AC opera

Additional information77Digital camcorder care• When the digital camcorder is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the powersource and remove th

78Using your digital camcorder abroadEach country has its own electric and TV colour systems. Before using your digitalcamcorder abroad, check the fo

79Additional informationTrouble checkIf you run into any problem using the digital camcorder, use the following table totroubleshoot the problem. Sho

8Charging and installing the battery packBattery lifeBattery Continuous Typical recordingpack recording time* time**NP-F950 145 (130) 90 (80)(supplied

80Trouble checkSymptomThe tape does not move when avideo control button is pressed.The Steady Shot function doesnot activate.The autofocusing function

81Additional informationSymptomThe image on the viewfinderscreen is not clear.A vertical band appears when asubject such as lights or a candleflame is

82Trouble checkAC power adaptorSymptomThe VTR/CAMERA orCHARGE lamp does not light.The CHARGE lamp flashes.Corrective Actions• Disconnect the mains lea

83Additional informationSpecificationsMass (Approx.)3.4 kg (7 lb 7 oz) excluding thebattery pack, lithium battery,cassette, lens cover and shoulderstr

8412346978!¡50!™!£!§!¶@¡!¢!ª!∞!•@ºIdentifying the parts1 Stopper (p. 6)2 Viewfinder (p. 6, 13, 76)3 Viewfinder adjustment ring (p. 13)4 PUSH button

85Additional information@™@£@§@∞@ª@¢@¶#¡#™#£#¢#∞@•#º@™ BRIGHT knob (p. 13)@£ TALLY lamp (p. 13)@¢ CONTR knob (p. 13)@∞ TALLY switch (p. 13)@§ Fron

86Identifying the parts#§$∞$º#¶#ª#•$¡$™$£$¢$§$¶%£%¢%¶ %∞%§$•$ª%º%¡%™#§ Eyecup#¶ VIEW FINDER jack (p. 6)#• S VIDEO OUT jack (p. 20)#ª RFU DC OUT jack

87Additional information^¶^•&º&¡&™&£ ^ª%• %ª ^¡ ^£ ^¢ ^∞ ^§^º ^™%• SHUTTER SPEED dial and AUTO/MANUALswitch (p. 42)%ª DIGITAL MODE

88Identifying the parts&¢&∞&§&¶&•&ª*º*¡*™*£&¢ Carrying handle&∞ IRIS dial and AUTO/MANUAL switch(p. 41)&§ Shoulder

89Additional informationRemote CommanderThe buttons that have the same name on the Remote Commander as on the camcorderfunction identically.21345789!¡

9Getting startedInstalling the battery packInsert the battery pack in the direction of the $ mark on the battery pack. Slide thebattery pack down unt

90Identifying the partsTo prepare the Remote CommanderTo use the Remote Commander, you must insert two R6 (size AA) batteries. Use thesupplied R6 (s

91Additional informationAbout the ID of the Remote CommanderYou can avoid having the digital camcorder accidentally respond to signals from otherremot

92Identifying the partsRemote control directionAim the Remote Commander at either of the two remote commander sensors.The range of the Remote Commande

93Additional informationIn the viewfinderTW0 :13 : 461435678!™29!¡0!¢!∞!£!•I166 m i n1 6 B I TPHOTOCP1 0 0 0F 2 . 80 dB16:9 WIDEFADERSTBYONNDAUDIO LIN

94Identifying the partsIn the display windowMEMORYHMS FminF1435627891 Time code2 MEMORY indicator (p. 60)Same as ZERO SET MEMORY indicator inthe viewf

95Additional informationWarning indicatorsIf indicators flash in the viewfinder, or a caution lamp on the digital camcorder flashes,check the followin

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