bNotes

To hide the screen indicators, such as a counter

on the screen of the monitor device connected, touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [DISP OUTPUT] t [LCD PANEL] (the default setting) (p. 86).

To record the date/time and camera settings data, display them on the screen (p. 84).

When you are connecting your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack, and the red (right channel) or the white (left channel) plug to the audio input jack on the device.

1 Turn on your camcorder.

2 Select the media which contains the movie you want to dub (p. 28).

3 Press (VIEW IMAGES).

Set [TV TYPE] according to the display device (p. 47).

4 Insert the recording media in the recording device.

If your recording device has an input selector, set it to the input mode.

5 Connect your camcorder to the recording device (VCR or DVD/ HDD recorder) with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (sold separately) 2.

Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device.

6 Start playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device.

Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your recording device for details.

7 When dubbing is finished, stop the recording device, and then your camcorder.

Connecting a device with the USB cable

By connecting a DVD writer, etc. that is capable of movie dubbing via USB connection to your camcorder, you can dub movies without the declination of their image quality.

Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 23). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.

1 Turn on your camcorder.

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Sony DCR-DVD850, DCR-DVD650 manual Connecting a device with the USB cable, Turn on your camcorder, Press View Images

DCR-DVD650, DCR-DVD850 specifications

The Sony DCR-DVD650 is a versatile consumer camcorder that facilitates a user-friendly experience while delivering high-quality video recording. Designed with a compact and lightweight body, this camcorder is ideal for capturing memorable moments whether at home, on vacation, or during family gatherings.

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