Home

Sony DVDirect VRD-MC6 User's Manual

1. want to enjoy playback on various DVD players SD Standard Definition Disc DVD player recorder Computer Compatible players T About Handycam In this manual Handycam refers to a Sony camcorder High Definition Handycam and AVCHD Handycam refer to a Sony HD High Definition camcorder Which device did What image quality you use to capture does the video have the video GB High Definition Standard Definition Type of copy mode Sony High Definition Digital video camera Digital still camera page 10 Sony Standard Definition Digital video camera You cannot create HD High Definition disc You cannot create HD High Definition disc Other video device video camera VHS recorder etc Type of copy mode Down converted to SD during recording oO Standard Definition gt e12 Sony High Definition S J pag Digital video camera C page 14 i Sony Standard Definition Digital video camera 3 J page 16 GE e2 Down converted to SD E S Standard Definition during recording 18 page Other video device video camera VHS recorder etc apow Ados Gunsajas 7 Type of copy mode Q Record HD video as is gt HD What is th
2. When you press the stop button you may hear the noise of the disc turning momentarily Copying Photos Copying All Contents HDD Built in Memory Memory Card 8cm Disc This mode allows you to record photos onto a disc from a camera connected to the DVDirect or a memory card inserted into any of memory card slots with a single touch of the record button This is one of the simpler copy modes eliminating the need to select photos stored on your camera or memory card Initially turn on the DVDirect page 29 insert a disc page 30 and connect cables for recording page 31 or insert the memory card page 36 1 Confirm the message in the display window When the DVDirect detects a signal from a camera connected to the USB port or a memory card inserted into any of the memory card slots USB or the type of memory card appears in the top left of the display window The following appears in the display window when a camcorder is connected to the USB port Type of input Copy mode Copy photos from a camera to DVD Press to start recording RETURN REC 2 Make sure that Full appears at the top right of the display window and press the record button to start recording The DVDirect starts the recording process The record button lights up during recording The following appears in the display window USB9 Full Recording to disc 10 123 sojoyd furdo
3. 7 To finalize the disc press or to select Yes and press the ENTER button If you select No the disc will be ejected without being finalized You can skip steps 8 and 9 Yes No When finalizing has completed the disc tray opens 62 Hints e When creating the slideshow both photos JPEG files and slideshow with SD Standard Definition picture quality are copied onto the disc e It takes some time to complete finalizing for the slideshow disc The amount of time it takes to complete the slideshow disc depends on the number and size of the photos for example it may take 20 minutes or more to record 50 files 6 megapixel photos onto a disc 63 so 0yd furdo m Previewing in the display window Previewing Videos You can play back only discs created with the DVDirect Notes e You cannot play back discs created with a video device other than the DVDirect The DVDirect does not support playback of commercial DVDs or contents on a memory card inserted to the DVDirect e When you preview a video there is no sound e You cannot output videos to an external device such as a TV e You cannot play back HD High Definition disc 1 Turn on the DVDirect and insert a disc created with the DVDirect Hint e If you insert a finalized disc after turning on the DVDirect playback will start automatically or the DVD Menu will appear You can skip steps 2 and 3 2 Press the RETURN but
4. 7 Press the amp eject button to eject the disc when recording is complete If you copy HD High Definition videos onto a disc the disc will be finalized and ejected automatically If you copy SD Standard Definition videos onto a disc a message asking whether to finalize the disc appears Go to step 8 8 To finalize the disc press or to select Yes and press the ENTER button If you select No the disc will be ejected without being finalized You can skip step 9 below Finalize the disc for playback on DVD players Hint e To finalize a disc means to make the disc playable on other DVD devices For details about finalizing refer to Finalize disc on page 68 45 eiawies e wos Gulddog D 9 Press or to select OK and press the ENTER button Eject disc After finalizing no further recording allowed OK Cancel When finalizing has completed the disc tray opens To stop recording Press the stop button when replacing a disc You cannot stop while recording is in progress 46 Copying and Consolidating Contents from an 8cm disc 8cm Disc When you have more than one 8cm disc to copy you can consolidate and record their contents onto a single standard 12cm disc Initially turn on the DVDirect page 29 insert a disc page 30 and connect a USB cable for recording page 31 Note e See Notes on copying on discs on page 25 previously 1 C
5. Do not store discs in dusty or humid locations in direct sunlight or near heat generating devices To protect important data always keep discs in their cases Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth Wipe the disc from the center out e Data may not be recorded properly if there are scratches or dust on the unrecorded area of writable discs Handle discs very carefully Handling memory cards Do not drop bend or submit the memory cards to external shock e Do not disassemble or modify the memory cards e Avoid touching the terminal of a memory card or touching it with a metal object e Avoid getting liquids on a memory card or using them in areas subject to high humidity Avoid using or storing a memory card in a location subject to extremely high temperature such as the interior of a car outdoors exposed to direct sunlight or near a heater direct sunlight high humidity corrosive substances excessive dust electrostatic or electronic noises magnetic fields When storing or carrying a memory card keep it in its original case to ensure protection of important data Avoid removing a memory card from its slot or turning off the power button while the DVDirect is accessing it as data may be rendered unreadable 85 uo ewoju jeuonippy Specifications Recording Copying Creatable discs Standard Definition SD disc High Definition HD disc AVCHD format Photo disc JPEG
6. and press the ENTER button Auto Stop Timer ie Auto Chapter 5 minutes DVD Menu A 7 F F F F Slideshow Music OFI OFI RETURN Wen ENTER eters Slideshow Creation gt indicates the default settings Rec Quality REC mode Select the recording quality for recording in SD Standard Definition quality These options are available when you use the DV IN connector or VIDEO IN connector to connect your video device 66 gt HQ Highest image quality HSP High image quality SP Standard image quality LP Lower image than Standard image quality SLP Low image quality You can record more videos on a disc amp Hint Disc recording capacity depends on the REC mode page 79 Auto Stop Timer Select the preset time used to stop recording automatically when recording in SD Standard Definition quality Auto Stop Timer is available when you use the VIDEO IN connector to connect your video device gt OFF Recording does not stop automatically 30 minutes 8 hours Recording automatically stops when the preset time has passed after recording starts Select 30 min 60 min 90 min 2h 3h 4h 6h or 8h Note e The Auto Stop Timer setting is canceled when the recording is completed the stop button is pressed during recording or the power is turned off Auto Chapter Specify the time interval at which chapters are created automatically on an SD Standard De
7. and press the ENTER button Setup Auto Chapter 5 minutes DVD Menu A Slideshow Music OFF Slideshow Creation OFF Finalize disc Erase disc Press or to select Yes and press the ENTER button Finalize disc Finalize the disc for playback on DVD players Yes No ENTER Sots stort 68 r 7 RETURN Went ENTER Soest Press or to select OK and press the ENTER button Finalize disc After finalizing no further recording allowed OK ENTER select The DVDirect starts finalizing the disc If you insert a disc containing photos the message Create a slideshow appears To create a slideshow press or to select Yes and press the ENTER button When the message Complete appears finalizing has completed Note e It takes a few minutes to finalize a disc Depending on the contents of a disc time to complete finalizing a disc may vary If you create a slideshow it takes longer to finalize the disc Erase disc You can erase all content recorded on a DVD RW or DVD RW disc The erased disc is reusable as a blank disc Note e Be aware that this operation erases all data Insert a disc to erase press or to select Erase disc and press the ENTER button a DVD Menu A Slideshow Music OFF Slideshow Creation OFF Finalize disc Erase disc System Info Y RETURN Vente ENTER select Press or to select Yes
8. jqno L Configuration of HD High Definition discs The DVD Menu cannot be created e Chapters breakpoints of a video on the disc are automatically created by scene between the point where you start and stop shooting on the camera An HD High Definition video disc cannot be previewed on the DVDirect s display window About Photo discs About created photo DVDs e Photos are copied to the disc as JPEG files File names are assigned to photos JPEG files in the order they are copied to the disc e You can select to create a slideshow when finalizing a disc page 59 61 you can create a slideshow in addition to storing photos e You can view the photo disc created with the DVDirect in the display window or view it using the DVD drive of a computer And you can also view photos using a DVD player capable of playing JPEG files A slideshow disc can be played on commercial DVD players Hint e The picture quality of the photos played back in a slideshow is equivalent to that of SD Standard Definition video Using the DVD drive of a computer or DVD player capable of playing JPEG files you can view photos in higher quality Notes Up to 2000 photos can be copied to a disc e You cannot copy both videos and photos together onto the same disc Configuration of Slideshow discs Disc Title Chapter 1 Chapter 2 10 photos e Slideshow discs consist of titles and chapte
9. DVD J Up to 6x media RW Only use when connecting to the DV IN or VIDEO IN connector amp Hint The DVDirect supports both CPRM and non CPRM discs Note Blu ray disc DVD R DL Double layer CD R CD RW and 8cm discs are not supported Notes on using discs e When adding videos to a previously recorded disc unfinalized disc connect a camcorder to the DVDirect using the same connector as the previous recording For example you cannot add recordings to the disc using the VIDEO IN connector after recording to the disc using the USB port e You cannot add recordings to a disc created on a PC or other DVD device 75 s 9u 13 y unooys jqno L e When copying HD High Definition videos always use a new disc You cannot add HD High Definition videos to the same disc to which you have previously recorded HD High Definition videos The quality of commercially made recordable discs can vary Sub standard discs may not record normally Some recorded discs cannot be played on playback devices due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc or the characteristics of the playback device and playback software The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized Memory Stick The DVDirect supports the following types of Memory Stick However proper operation is not guaranteed for all Memory Stick products Memory Stick type
10. ENTER button Menu m Video gt DVD al Photo gt DVD DVD Preview Ta AVCHD Dubbing Setup ENTER select Photos appear when a disc without creating slideshow or an unfinalized disc is inserted When a slideshow disc is inserted the prompt message Photo preview options appears Go to step 4 4 Press or to select Photo Slideshow and press the ENTER button DVD Preview Photo preview options Photo Slideshow Original Photos ENTER Sst stort The DVD Menu appears When you select a title and press the ENTER button photos within the title are automatically played in rotation To display the selected photos select Original Photos Operations during playback Photo display Original Photos Button Function Display the next or the il previous photo ol Return to the Menu RETURN display Photo Slideshow Button Function Display the previous or r the next title O RN Return to the DVD Menu 65 Mopuim Aejdsip ayy ul urmand Setup Using the Setup Menu You can change the various settings for creating discs in the Setup Menu screen 1 Turn on the DVDirect and press the RETURN button The Menu display appears 2 Press or to select Setup and press the ENTER button Menu Ta Video gt DVD fa Photo gt DVD DVD Preview Tm AVCHD Dubbing ea Setup ENTER Sts Ai 3 Press or to select a menu item to confirm or change
11. For connection with A V cables VIDEO appears in the top left of the display window Go to step 5 Hint When the prompt message Format disc for DV VIDEO recording appears after inserting a blank disc select OK Formatting a disc may take several seconds to complete You cannot record HD High Definition videos onto a formatted disc under this message Format disc for DV VIDEO recording Cancel CENTER acted 5 Operate the video device to start playback and press the record button of the DVDirect to start recording Manual During recording the message Recording appears in the display window and the record button lights up The following appears in the display window DV c Manual OSTOP AU To pause recording Press the record button during recording To resume recording press the record button again Hint The DVDirect starts and stops recording automatically as it detects video input signals from a connected video device For example When you press the record button before the connected video device starts playing the DVDirect pauses When the video device starts playing back the DVDirect automatically starts recording video If you stop playback on the video device during recording video signal is interrupted and the DVDirect pauses recording If you resume playback on the video device the DVDirect resumes recording When the DVDir
12. Memory Stick Duo slot page 36 Note e Memory Stick Duo uses a different slot from other memory cards Make sure to insert a Memory Stick Duo into the Memory Stick Duo slot and other types of memory cards into the multi memory card slot If you try to insert a Memory Stick Duo into the multi memory card slot it may become jammed ie e EL 9 Do not insert this in this slot Memory Stick Duo 27 AIGA funponul Top panel 1 Display window 3 RETURN button page 66 Displays the operation screen and 4 STOP button pages 38 56 64 65 images from a playback device or Rae ae memory card 5 RECORD button pages 38 56 2 cursor ENTER button pages 56 64 65 l Rear panel DCIN 12V 6 1 DC IN connector page 29 Note e Metallic parts such as terminals etc may become warm after the DVDirect is used This is not a malfunction 28 Preparations for Recording Turning the Power On 1 Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC adapter 2 Insert the power plug of the AC adapter into the DVDirect s DC IN connector 3 Insert the power plug of the AC power cord into a power outlet DVDirect To DC IN connector DC IN 12V 96 o AC power cord AC adapter f To power outlet a a Notes Be sure to use the supplied AC
13. Photo selection options re Hint e If you press the stop button when Shooting Date thumbnails are displayed the photo selected will be displayed in full The photo can be rotated 90 degrees right with each press of The photo can be rotated 90 degrees left with each press of 61 sojoyd Guikdoy 5 Press the record button to start recording Finalize the disc for ord g playback on DVD players Yes No ENTERO Hint e To finalize a disc means to make the disc The DVDirect starts the recording playable on other DVD devices For details process The O record button lights about finalizing refer to Finalize disc on page up during recording The following 68 appears in the display window i SRSC Enos 8 Press or to select OK and press the ENTER button Eject disc After finalizing no further recording allowed Recording to disc 10 123 OK Cancel 6 Press the amp eject button to eject the disc when recording is complete A message asking whether to finalize 9 To create the slideshow press the disc appears Go to step 7 If or to select Yes and press the Slideshow Creation is set to ON the ENTER button disc is finalized automatically when creation of the slideshow is complete and the disc tray opens You can skip step 7 to 9 Eject disc Create a slideshow This may take time If you select No the slideshow will not be created
14. Read Memory Stick O Memory Stick z o l MagicGate High speed data transfer compatible Memory Stick Duo O Memory Stick Duo l o MagicGate High speed data transfer compatible MagicGate Memory Stick o l MagicGate Memory Stick Duo a Memory Stick PRO o l Memory Stick PRO Duo orte2 Memory Stick PRO HG Duo O 123 zl Reading of data that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with the DVDirect e Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo or Sony Memory Stick PRO HG Duo operation is supported up to 32 Gbytes The memory card slot of the DV Direct does not support capacities exceeding 32 Gbytes Even if you insert such a card into the camera s memory card slot and connect the camera to the DVDirect with the USB cable recording will not be available as of January 2010 3 8 bit parallel data transfer is not supported Notes on using Memory Stick e If you slide the write protect switch to LOCK with a fine tipped object you cannot record edit or delete images 76 Terminal Write enable Write protect position position lt gt Cu KA LOCK LOCK Memo area e Insert a Memory Stick into the Multi memory card slot and insert a Memory Stick Duo into the Memory Stick Duo slot When inserting a Memory Stick Duo with an adapter into the Multi memory card slot the DVDirect may not work properly Not all memory card operations are supported with card adapters e Slide the wr
15. and other European countries with separate collection systems This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources For more detailed information about recycling of this product please contact your local Civic Office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product DVDirect Handycam CyberShot Memory Stick and their logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation e AVCHD and the AVCHD logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Panasonic Corporation e PLAYSTATION is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc e Other system and product names used herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective manufacturers although the and marks are not used in the text e Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories e The authorized software in this product is used under license from eSOL Co
16. can easily record videos or photos using the DVDirect Recording HD High Definition video You can record HD High Definition videos taken with a Sony digital video camera or digital still camera Created discs can be played on an AVCHD compatible device For details about AVCHD disc compatibility see Notes on HD High Definition disc compatibility on page 81 Recording SD Standard Definition video You can record video from various cameras and AV devices directly onto discs in SD Standard Definition image quality Created discs can be played on DVD players and other DVD devices Recording photos You can archive photos from a memory card or a connected Sony camera directly onto a disc Before you begin Notes on the supported device and the image The DVDirect supports the following copying HD High Definition video High Definition AVCHD format video taken by a Sony digital video camera High Definition AVCHD format video taken by a Sony digital still camera SD Standard Definition video Standard Definition video taken by a Sony digital video camera video of various video devices video device with audio video output 24 e Photos photos JPEG format taken by a digital video camera photos JPEG format taken by a digital still camera The ability to copy depends on your device recording media type of video photos or disc type you are creating For details see page 6 and select the corr
17. disc e A generic DVD player cannot playback HD High Definition discs You need an AVCHD compatible player e g Blu ray Disc player recorder to playback HD discs page 81 Other video devices do not playback the created photo disc e You need a video device capable of playing JPEG files When playing a slideshow disc picture noise appears e The picture quality of the photos played back in a slideshow is equivalent to that of video discs Using a DVD player capable of playing JPEG files higher quality photos can be played Messages Unusable disc inserted Insert a compatible disc e An incompatible disc is inserted Insert a compatible disc page 75 e DVD RW or DVD RW discs recorded on other video devices are not supported Erase videos or photos recorded on a disc with Erase disc of Setup in Menu The erased disc is reusable as a blank disc page 68 No input signal e Connector may not be selected correctly Select input connection to a video device with Video gt DVD in Menu The DVDirect cannot detect input signals from connected devices Turn on the connected video device Operate the video device to start video playback e Check that the DVDirect is correctly connected to the output on the video device e Disconnect all cables Turn the DVDirect and video device off then on again Reconnect the video device to the DVDirect Insert DVD created by this unit e
18. disc created E NS HD High Definition video B SD Standard Definition video Type of input Copy mode Number of required discs 38 3 Change to a blank disc when the message Insert a blank DVD appears If the contents do not fit onto a single disc the disc will be ejected automatically when it becomes full Remove the created disc and insert a blank one Recording will resume automatically USB3 vc Full Insert a blank DVD es Sc Next disc number of required discs 4 Remove the created disc The disc is finalized automatically when recording is complete To stop recording Press the stop button when replacing a disc You cannot stop while recording is in progress 39 esawies e wos Gulddo9 p Copying Only New Video HDD Built in Memory Memory Card You can copy only newly recorded contents whose previous contents have 2 Press or to select already been recorded onto a disc by Incremental and press the selecting Incremental or One Touch Disc record button to start recording Burn As the DVDirect automatically detects newly recorded videos you do not a vcro K incrementa D need to search for them yourself Initially turn on the DVDirect page 29 Copy new videos shot insert a disc page 30 and connect cables since last dubbing to DVD for recording pages 31 Press to start recording Note See Notes on copying on discs on
19. properly by connecting the camera to the DVDirect Use the camera to erase or edit video THD High Definition video SD Standard Definition video or photo 2 HDD built in memory 8cm disc or Memory Stick Duo 25 AIGA Gurgnposuy E Package Contents Please confirm that the package contains the following items If any of these items are missing or damaged please contact your dealer The number in parentheses indicates the number of items VRD MC6 DVDirect 1 AC adapter 1 AC power cord 1 Operating Instructions this document 1 Note e Use an AC power cord appropriate to the region or country of use 26 Parts and Controls Main unit Front and sides R AUDIO IN L VIDEO IN Memory Stick PRO SD xD Memory Stick PRO Duo 1 2 AUDIO IN connectors page 34 VIDEO IN connector page 34 DV IN connector page 33 USB Type A port page 31 power button page 29 Top panel page 28 Disc tray page 30 09 N e e e e N Emergency eject hole If you cannot open the disc tray with the amp eject button turn off the DVDirect Insert a pin or straightened paper clip into this hole to open the disc tray 9 eject button page 30 10 Multi memory card slot page 36 Insert a Memory Stick SD Card or xD Picture Card here 11 Memory card access LED Lights amber when accessing a memory card 12
20. 4 suoiesedaig 3 Connect the camera to the DVDirect DV connector DV i LINK cable not supplied Notes e A DV i LINK cable is for DV or D8 Digital8 tapes only You cannot record videos from MICROMV or HDV cameras HDV format and other digital video devices having an i LINK connector You need an audio video cable AV cable for these devices e The following models do not support for recording with a DV i LINK cable Use an audio video cable DCR VX700 VX1000 HDR FX1 FX7 FX 1000 33 Audio video cable AV cable HDD i Built in Memory 8cmDisc Memory Card DV Tape Video Device 1 Turn on the video device Note For the camera make sure that the AC power cord is connected to the AC adapter 2 Operate the video device to start playback of video e Playback operation differs among video devices For most cameras switch the power mode button to playback PLAY EDIT or VTR mode to play video or perform recording Cameras with multiple media require specifying the media HDD Memory Stick Duo 8cm disc or Built in memory For details refer to the operating instructions of your video device The A V DV OUT setting on Handycam DV D8 must be set to OFF OFF is the default setting 3 Connect the video device to the DVDirect Use an audio video cable not supplied or AV cable not supplied when connecting a video device to the DVDirect Hint e Connectors may diff
21. 5edsbetsnsveereees 65 Vid08 MEREEN EEN 64 R Rec Quality REC mode 66 RETURN iseecsstsststessichadeasccees 37 Select input Select Photos copying from video devices marked photo Select Videos siunas 44 Thumbnail onise 44 61 TE e a ein riesanecss 80 USB cable iogpsiai ia 31 USB pO iano ins 31 V VIDEO IN connector 34 Video DVD cece 37 X xD Picture Card P N 7925000045B Sony Corporation Printed in China http www sony net
22. A disc created by another device has been inserted A disc created by another video device will not play back Cannot record to this disc in the selected operation e Usable discs differ depending on recording method page 75 For example a video stored on a camera connected with a USB cable cannot be recorded to DVD R DL disc Setup camera for USB connection e Setup for USB connection on the camera may not be correct Connection to the DVDirect is similar to connecting to a computer Unknown USB device found Check the connected device e An unsupported USB device is connected to the USB port of the DVDirect No valid video or photo found in the camera e The camera or memory card does not contain any videos or photos No valid video found in the camera e The camera or memory card has no video to record e When storing only HD High Definition video ina Handycam Video gt DVD in Menu may be selected When recording an HD High Definition video select AVCHD dubbing in Menu No valid photo found in the camera e The camera or memory card does not contain any photos The disc is full e Even if the disc is not full you cannot record to the disc when the number of video titles or photos reaches a maximum number for recording e In some cases full capacity recording may not be possible depending on how the disc is used Connected device error Check the ca
23. D Plus Handycam cannot be recorded by One Touch Disc Burn Note e You cannot record HD High Definition video taken in REC mode at a bit rate exceeding 18Mbps such as in HD FX mode for example High Definition Handycam in AVCHD format In this case you can record by down converting to SD Standard Definition quality See Type of copy mode page 12 Type of copy mode Down convert videos to SD Standard Definition quality Co gt so What is the recording Connection and setup media Use an AV cable supplied with camera or sold separately page 34 Use an AV cable supplied with camera or sold Built in memory separately page 34 Use an AV cable supplied with camera or sold separately page 34 Use an AV cable supplied with camera or sold separately page 34 F Use an AV cable supplied with camera or sold separately page 34 Memory Card DV tape HDV format Use a DV i LINK cable supplied with camera or sold separately Set the i LINK CONV setting on the Handycam to ON page 33 meh Select the copy mode and create a disc VV VY N A Copying All Contents The entire contents of camera page 54 Copying Manually Recording while operating camera page 49 page 49 page 49 page 49 page 56 Copying Manually Recording whil
24. Definition video O O SD Standard Definition video To copy SD Standard Definition video use Video DVD in the Menu screen To copy a photo use Photo DVD in the Menu screen 37 Hulpsooay 104 suoesedalg m Copying From a camera Copying All Contents HDD Built in Memory Memory Card 8cm Disc This mode allows you to record videos onto a disc from a camera connected to the 2 Make sure that Full appears at DVDirect or memory card inserted into the the top right of the display slot with a single touch of the record window and press the button This is one of the simpler copy record button to start recording modes eliminating the need to select videos Initially turn on the DVDirect page 29 insert a disc page 30 and connect cables for recording pages 31 Note e See Notes on copying on discs on page 25 previously The DVDirect starts the recording process The record button lights 1 Confirm the message in the up during recording The following display window appears in the display window When the DVDirect detects signals USBI vcro Full from a camera connected to the USB port or memory card inserted into the Recording to disc slot USB or the type of memory card appears in the top left of the display Recording disc 1 of 5 window 10 recorded The following appears in the display window when a camcorder is connected to the USB port Type of
25. EABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance This graphical symbol is located on the bottom of the unit Important Safety Instructions 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at pl
26. HD format 78 Disc space recordable time available for recording videos The chart below provides a general estimate of disc space recordable time available for recording videos onto a disc HD High Definition discs AVCHD format The recordable video length depends on the REC mode setting on the camera REC mode setting used to shoot the video DVD R RW R RW FH approx 30 minutes HQ approx 55 minutes SP approx 1 hour 10 minutes LP approx 1 hour 35 minutes SD Standard Definition discs USB connection or Memory Stick Duo slot The recordable video length depends on the REC mode setting on the camera REC mode setting used to shoot the video DVD R RW R RW HQ approx 1 hour SP approx 1 hour 30 minutes LP approx 3 hours SD Standard Definition discs DV IN or VIDEO IN connector The recordable video length depends on the Rec Quality REC mode setting on the DVDirect page 66 REC mode Rec Quality setting on the DVDirect DVD R RW R RW HQ approx 1 hour HSP approx 1 hour 30 minutes SP approx 2 hours LP approx 3 hours SLP approx 6 hours Hint When using DVD R DL it takes 1 8 times longer than the above time Note e You cannot record HD High Definition video taken in REC mode at a bit rate exceeding 18Mbps such as in HD FX mode for example High Definition Handycam in AVCHD format 79 s 9u 13 3y unooys
27. Ltd Q Our product warranty is valid only when the supplied accessories are used in the specified or recommended system environment in accordance with the documentation and applies only to this DVDirect Our customer service and user support apply only under these product warranty conditions Please note that we cannot accept responsibility for failure of the computer or other devices incompatibility with special hardware operating problems caused by improper installation of software loss of data discs or other accidental or incidental damage that might occur when using this product Q The guarantee and user support for this product are valid only within the countries or sales regions specified on the warranty card Q Specifications may be changed without notice in the interest of product improvement Copyright Television programs films video tapes discs and other materials may be copyrighted Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws Also use of this product with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmitter and or program owner Table of Contents Safety Regulations 2 Selecting copy mode Find a type of copy mode 8 Type of copy mode Record HD video as is 0 10 Type of copy mode Down convert videos to SD Standard Definition quality 12 Type of cop
28. Press the amp eject button to eject the disc when recording is complete A message asking whether to finalize the disc appears Go to step 4 If Slideshow Creation is set to ON the disc is finalized automatically when creation of the slideshow is complete and the disc tray opens You can skip steps 4 to 6 4 To finalize the disc press or to select Yes and press the ENTER button 59 If you select No the disc will be ejected without being finalized You can skip steps 5 and 6 Eject disc Finalize the disc for playback on DVD players Yes No Hint e To finalize a disc means to make the disc playable on other DVD devices For details about finalizing refer to Finalize disc on page 68 5 Press or to select OK and press the ENTER button Eject disc After finalizing no further recording allowed OK Cancel QB select 6 To create the slideshow press or to select Yes and press the ENTER button If you select No the slideshow will not be created 60 Eject disc Create a slideshow This may take time Yes No CENTERS When finalizing has completed the disc tray opens Hints e When creating the slideshow both photos JPEG files and slideshow with SD Standard Definition picture quality are copied onto the disc e It takes some time to complete finalizing for the slideshow disc The amount of time it takes to complete the slidesho
29. SONY Multi Function DVD Recorder Operating Instructions VRD MC6 PaaS Memory STICK m 2009 Sony Corporation 4 156 864 12 1 Selecting copy mode 8 Introducing DVDirect Preparations for Recording Copying From a camera Copying From Video Devices Copying Photos Previewing in the display window Setup Troubleshooting References _ Additional Information Safety Regulations To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookshelf or similar unit CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard As the laser beam used in this multi function DVD recorder is harmful to eyes do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet Refer servicing to qualified personnel only This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the bottom exterior CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT This label is located on the laser protective housing inside the enclosure CAUTION ATTENTION VORSICHT ADVARSEL CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVIC
30. a camera via USB cable Only some models support one touch disc burn 3 Copying Playlist is possible only with cameras that can create a playlist 4 Built in memory of HYBRID Plus Handycam cannot be recorded by One Touch Disc Burn Type of copy mode Record SD Standard Definition video as is gt What is the recording Connection and setup media Use a USB cable i j supplied with camera or sold HDD separately page 31 e GIETA Use a USB cable ie supplied with camera or sold Built in memory separately gt page 31 E Use a USB cable j supplied with camera or sold e 8cm Disc separately page 31 lt Insert a Memory Card into the slot page 36 E 1 You can record video by connecting a camera via a USB cable Memory Card Use a DV i LINK cable DV tape sold separately D8 Digital8 tape El page 33 Use an AV cable supplied with camera or sold separately page 34 gE 16 Select the copy mode and create a disc OneTouch Copying All Copying and Copying Only Copying Copying Disc Burn Contents Consolidating New Video Playlist Visual Index Press the buttonon The entire contents Contents Only the newcontents Playlist contentson Lists of camera Consolidate the video of camera camera Select by a scene onto one disc shooting date page 44 page 44 page 44 Copying All Contents Cop
31. adapter if necessary depending on the design of the wall outlet 1 The set is not disconnected from the AC power source mains as long as it is connected to the wall outlet even if the set itself has been turned off The nameplate is located on the bottom of the unit For Customers in U S A Owner s Record The product label is located on the bottom of the unit Record the serial number in the space provided below Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Model Serial Number For the State of California USA only Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dts ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate VRD MC6 4 Perchlorate Material Lithium battery contains perchlorate For customers in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland A molded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 i e marked with or Y mark must be used If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse Never use the plug without the fuse cover If you should lose the fuse cover please contact your nearest Sony service station Disposal of Old Electrical amp Electronic Equipment Applicable in the European Union
32. and press the ENTER button Erase the disc Yes No ENTER select Press or to select Yes and press the ENTER button Erase disc All content will be erased Continue Yes No ENTER select The DVDirect starts erasing the disc When the message Complete appears erasing has completed System Info You can check the system software version of the DVDirect Select System Info to view the version of system software Hint e The system software is the built in software that makes the DVDi Auto Shut 0 rect work ff The unit is automatically turned off when no button operat hours OFF ion is made for more than 2 The unit is not automatically turned off ON The unit is automatically turned off Demo The DVDirect automatically plays a demo when it is not operated for a set period of time OFF Disables the demo gt ON Enables the demo Color Syste Set the appropri m ate color system for the connected video device NTSC Select this w hen you connect a video device of NTSC color system PAL Select this w device of PA Notes hen you connect a video L color system Do not change tl he setting of the color system unless it is necessary to do so The appropriate color system is preset or the setting may not be changeable depending on the country or region of use 69 dnjag e You cannot record t
33. ations during playback 64 Previewing Photos ssec 65 Operations during playback 65 Using the Setup Menu 0 66 Rec Quality REC mode 66 Auto Stop TimMer 66 Auto Chapter 67 DVD Menu 1 67 Slideshow Music OZ Slideshow Creation Finalize disc ere DIE ANN 68 Eo E E 68 System Info 69 Auto Shut Off 69 Demo 69 Color System 69 LaNnQuage sn snsna ncaa 70 Troubleshooting References Troubleshooting 71 Supported Discs and Memory Cards i cea Aaaa a diet aia a A Ea i steele 75 Recording Time and Video Lengths AAAA E T TAA 78 About Created Discs 06 80 About SD Standard Definition CISGS tant n lettre ee eae 80 About HD High Definition discs E ieenbartar Medeeiessa Mendel adie ted 81 About Photo discs cece 82 Additional Information Selecting copy mode Find a type of copy mode Depending on your video device or the type of disc you are creating you can select the copy mode and device connection that best serves your needs Select the type of disc to create The following explains about selecting a copy mode of video For details on copying a photo refer to page 20 want to record HD High Definition video as is HD High Definition Disc AVCHD format AVCHD format compatible device A Sony Blu ray Disc Playstation3 Compatible player recorder players Not playable on DVD players recorders
34. ble and disconnect the video device from the DVDirect Remove the memory card Then reconnect the video device to the DVDirect or insert the memory card again and turn it on Connection and operation The camera is connected with a USB cable but the DVDirect does not work e Make sure that your camera is supported by the DVDirect e Make sure that the camera is configured for USB connection correctly and the USB cable is connected properly to the camera page 31 e Disconnect the USB cable from the DVDirect Turn both the camera and the DVDirect off then on again e If you select the connector from Menu select USB of AVCHD dubbing in Menu when recording an HD High Definition video When recording an SD Standard Definition video select USB of Video DVD in Menu e If you follow the prompt message in the display window the DVDirect is automatically operated by the image quality HD High Definition video or SD Standard Definition video stored in the camera Follow the message shown in the display window The camera is connected with a DV i LINK cable but the DVDirect does not work e Make sure that the camera is set to the PLAY EDIT mode If it is in the CAMERA mode you cannot copy videos with the DVDirect page 33 e Disconnect the DV i LINK cable from the DVDirect Turn both the camera and the DVDirect off then on again A video device is connected to VIDEO IN of the DVDir
35. c page 25 Notes Depending on the camera the display that appears on the camera s LCD screen or button names on the camcorder may differ e g DVD BURN In One Touch Disc Burn mode you can record videos from an attached video camera however depending on the camera the recordable media may vary For example in the case of a Handycam containing both HDD and memory card media only the HDD content can be recorded by One Touch Disc Burn The DUBBING button of HYBRID Plus Handycam does not work in the same manner as the DISC BURN button Pressing the DUBBING button does not start recording with the DVDirect 52 5 6 Change to a blank disc when the message Insert a blank DVD appears Tf the contents of the camera do not fit onto a single disc the disc will be ejected automatically when it becomes full Remove the created disc and insert a blank one Recording will resume automatically Insert a blank DVD E cs Next disc number of required discs Press the amp eject button to eject the disc when recording is complete If you copy HD High Definition videos onto a disc the disc will be finalized and ejected automatically If you copy SD Standard Definition videos onto a disc a message asking whether to finalize the disc appears Go straight to step 7 7 To finalize the disc press or to select Yes and press the ENTER button If you select No the disc will be e
36. c number of required discs After finalizing no further recording allowed OK 4 Press the amp eject button to eject Cancel the disc when recording is complete If you copy HD High Definition videos onto a disc the disc will be finalized and ejected automatically If you copy SD Standard Definition videos onto a disc a message asking whether to finalize the disc appears Go To stop recording tostep Press the stop button when replacing a disc You cannot stop while recording is in progress When finalizing has completed the disc tray opens 5 To finalize the disc press or to select Yes and press the ENTER button If you select No the disc will be ejected without being finalized You can skip step 6 below 43 esawies e wos GuiAdo9 E Copying Visual Index Lists HDD Built in Memory Memory Card You can record videos selected by viewing thumbnails Initially turn on the DVDirect page 29 insert a disc page 30 and connect cables for recording page 31 Note e See Notes on copying on discs on page 25 previously 1 Confirm the message in the display window When the DVDirect detects signals from a camera connected to the USB port or memory card inserted into the slot USB or the type of memory card appears in the top left of the display window The following appears in the display window when a camcorder is connected to the USB port Type of disc create
37. cel the disc when recording is complete If you copy HD High Definition videos onto a disc the disc will be finalized and ejected automatically If you copy SD Standard Definition videos onto a disc a message asking whether to finalize the disc appears Go To stop recording to step 5 When finalizing has completed the disc tray opens Press the stop button when replacing a disc You cannot stop while recording is in 5 To finalize the disc press or P 8 progress to select Yes and press the ENTER button Hint If you select No the disc will be The DVDirect stores the recording history of a camera built in memory or a memory card copying only newly recorded video to be recorded to a disc The DVDirect can store a combined total of 10 recording history stored in a camera or memory card ejected without being finalized You can skip step 6 below 41 esawies e wos GuiAdo9 E Copying Playlist HDD Built in Memory amp Memory Card This mode allows you to record videos within a Playlist created on your camera For details on creating a Playlist refer to your camera s operating instructions Initially turn on the DVDirect page 29 insert a disc page 30 and connect cables for recording page 31 Note e See Notes on copying on discs on page 25 previously 1 Confirm the message in the display window When the DVDirect detects signals from a camera connect
38. ct disc After finalizing no further recording allowed Cancel ENTERRA Goi When finalizing has completed the disc tray opens Notes Start recording immediately after inserting a disc The recording process may take a few seconds to start after pressing the record button if the disc was inserted more than 10 minutes prior to starting When you press the stop button you may hear the noise of the disc turning momentarily One Touch Disc Burn HDD Built in Memory Memory Card This mode allows you to record video from ee a a camera onto a disc by simply pressing 3 Connect the camera to the DISC BURN on the camera You can DVDirect record additional video onto a disc that has been previously recorded on as with copying only new videos page 40 1 Turn on the DVDirect page 29 and insert a disc page 30 2 Turn on the camera Note e Make sure that the AC power cord is connected to the AC adapter USB cable Not supplied USB port Type Mini B The USB SELECT screen appears on the camcorder s LCD screen 51 esawies e wos GulAdog Fy 4 Touch DISC BURN on the camera s LCD screen or press the DISC BURN button on the camcorder Touch DISC BURN or DVD BURN The DVDirect starts the recording process If the camera s media has both HD High Definition and SD Standard Definition videos HD High Definition videos are recorded onto the dis
39. d Be NSE HD High Definition video Ss SD Standard Definition video Type of input Copy all videos in the camera to DVD Copy mode Number of required discs 2 Press or to select Select Videos 44 USB3 vco lt Select Videos gt Video selection options Thumbnail Shooting Date ENTER select 3 Press or to select Thumbnail or Shooting Date and press the ENTER button USBI avo 4 Select Videos Video selection options Thumbnail Shooting Date ENTER select 4 Press to select the thumbnail or shooting date you wish to copy and press the ENTER button to mark Pressing the ENTER button toggles the selection between marked and unmarked Selected scene Marked scene to copy Shooting date 5 Press the record button to start recording The DVDirect starts the recording process The O record button lights up during recording The following appears in the display window USB3 aco Select Videos Recording to disc Recording disc 1 of 5 10 recorded 6 Change to a blank disc when the message Insert a blank DVD appears If the contents do not fit onto a single disc the disc will be ejected automatically when it becomes full Remove the created disc and insert a blank one Recording will resume automatically USB9 aco Select Videos Insert a blank DVD Next disc number of required discs
40. deos recorded in a variety of REC modes HQ SP etc setting on the camera different aspect ratios 16 9 or 4 3 setting on the camera or add videos to the disc titles even of the same shooting date may be separated About HD High Definition discs Notes on HD High Definition disc compatibility e An HD High Definition disc cannot be played on an AVCHD incompatible DVD player or recorder e Do not insert an HD High Definition disc in an AVCHD incompatible DVD player or recorder The DVD player or recorder may fail to eject the disc and may erase its contents e An HD High Definition disc can be played on an AVCHD compatible Blu ray Disc player recorder Playstation 3 or other compatible device Type of created disc and compatible devices HD High Definition disc containing High Definition videos Yes No Yes ES DVD device AVCHD format Computer compatible device SD Standard Definition disc containing Standard Definition videos Yes Yes Yes a o DVD device AVCHD format Computer compatible device Install the AVCHD compatible application on your computer beforehand Even in the case of a computer environment that satisfies system requirements there may be noise in video playback frames may be dropped or sound may be lost intermittently This does not depend on the quality of the created disc 81 s 9u 13 3y unooys
41. e operating camera page 56 Type of copy mode Record SD Standard Definition video as is sb gt s0 What is the recording Connection and setup media Use a USB cable supplied with camera or sold separately page 31 s CEA Use a USB cable zas supplied with camera or sold Built in memory separately page 31 GEE Use a USB cable R supplied with camera or sold 8cm Disc separately page 31 GE Insert a Memory Card into the slot page 36 You can record video by connecting a camera via a USB cable Memory Card a Use a DV i LINK cable DV tape supplied with camera or sold separately HDV format page 33 ai All of the above media Use an AV cable supplied with camera or sold separately page 34 GE 14 Select the copy mode and Create a disc OneTouch Copying All Disc Burn Contents Press the button on The entire contents camera of camera page 51 2 Copying All Contents The entire contents of camera page 54 Copying and Consolidating Contents Consolidate the video onto one disc Copying Only Copying New Video Playlist Only the new contents Playlist contents on of camera camera Copying Manually Recording while operating camera page 56 page 49 Copying Visual Index Lists Select by a scene shooting date page 44 2 Recording only possible when connected to
42. e recording Connection and setup media Use a USB cable supplied with camera or sold separately page 31 Use a USB cable ar supplied with camera or sold Built in memory separately page 31 Insert a Memory Card into Memory Card the slot page 36 1 You can record video by connecting a camera via a USB cable S f Recording is not available You can record by down 8cm Disc converting to SD Standard Definition See Type of copy mode page 12 for details Recording is not available You can record by down DV tape HDV format converting to SD Standard Definition See Type of copy mode page 12 for details Select the copy mode and create a disc One Touch Disc Burn Press the button on camera page 51 page 51 4 page 51 2 Copying All Contents The entire contents of camera page 38 page 38 page 38 Copying Only New Video Only the new contents of camera page 40 page 40 page 40 Copying Playlist Playlist contents on camera page 42 page 42 page 42 Copying Visual Index Lists Select by a scene shooting date page 44 page 44 page 44 2 Recording possible only when connected to a camera via USB cable Only some models support One Touch Disc Burn 3 Copying Playlist is possible only with cameras that can create a playlist 4 Built in memory of HYBRI
43. ect but playback displays no video on the DVDirect s display window 71 s 9u 13 3y unooys jqno L e Make sure that the audio video cable is connected properly to A V OUT of the video device The DVDirect is not detecting input signals from the connected video device Turn on the video device and configure or operate it to start playback e Make sure that a correct input type is selected Select VIDEO IN of Video DVD in Menu The number of discs required does not appear on the screen when recording e If many videos are recorded display may take some time A disc inserted in the DVDirect can be heard spinning momentarily e The DVDirect checks the disc and performs a read operation This is not a malfunction appears on images in Copying Visual Index Lists mode e You cannot record the image to which is displayed Playback Other video devices do not play back a created SD Standard Definition disc e The disc may not be finalized Use the DVDirect and finalize the disc first page 68 e Some video devices may not work properly with certain created disc types e Your video device may not support the disc type e g DVD R DVD RW DVD R DL Check if your video device supports the disc type e You need a CPRM enabled player to play back CPRM compatible DVD RW and DVD R discs 72 Other video devices do not playback the created HD High Definition
44. ect waits a video signal to resume recording the message Waiting for input signal appears in the DVDirect s display window If no video signal is detected for 2 minutes the DVDirect stops recording As video devices always output video signals from their operation screen or TV screen other than playback some video devices may not operate as above 6 Press the stop button to stop recording 7 To record an additional video repeat steps 5 and 6 57 sas aaq OapiA W014 udo 8 Press the amp eject button to eject the disc when recording is complete 9 To finalize the disc press or to select Yes and press the ENTER button If you select No and press the disc will be ejected without being finalized You can skip step 10 below Eject disc Finalize the disc for playback on DVD players Yes No ENTERRA Hint e To finalize a disc means to make the disc playable on other DVD devices For details about finalizing refer to Finalize disc on page 68 1 0 Press or to select OK and press the ENTER button Eject disc After final no further recording allowed Cancel ENTER Seat When finalizing has completed the disc tray opens 58 Notes Start recording immediately after inserting a disc The recording process may take a few seconds to start after pressing the record button if the disc was inserted more than 10 minutes prior to starting
45. ed to the USB port or memory card inserted into the slot USB or the type of memory card appears in the top left of the display window The following appears in the display window when a camcorder is connected to the USB port Type of disc created E ES HD High Definition video LS SD Standard Definition video Type of input Copy all videos in the camera to DVD Copy mode 42 Number of required discs 2 Press lt or to select Playlist and press the record button to start recording ETZ 2vcHD K Payiist__ gt Copy videos selected by the Playlist Press to start recording 5 disc required RETURN Vent REC The DVDirect starts the recording process The record button lights up during recording The following appears in the display window USB3 vc Playlist Recording to disc Recording disc 1 of 5 10 recorded 3 Change to a blank disc when the message Insert a blank DVD e A Oro uae appears If the contents do not fit onto a single disc the disc will be ejected automatically when it becomes full Remove the created disc and insert a blank one Recording will resume automatically Hint e To finalize a disc means to make the disc playable on other DVD devices For details about finalizing refer to Finalize disc on page 68 Insert a blank DVD 6 Press or to select OK and press the ENTER button Next dis
46. electing copy mode and preparations for recording page 20 Determine the connection and device operation then configure your device if necessary 4 Copying pages 59 61 Select an available copy mode best suited to your needs Follow the instructions on the page referred to in this manual 22 Icons In this manual section headings have different icons depending on the device or operation Use these icons to determine the connection or device operation Icon Meaning HDD Functions available for camera recording to hard disk Built in Memory Functions available for camera recording to built in memory 8cm Disc Functions available for camera recording to 8cm disc Functions available for camera recording to Memory Stick Memory Card Duo SD card etc Functions available for camera recording to DV or D8 fd DV Tape Digital8 tapes Video Device Video device with audio video outputs About Handycam In this manual Handycam refers to a Sony camcorder High Definition Handycam refers to an HD High Definition compatible camcorder About Images In this manual images refer to both photos still images and videos About the DVDirect In this manual DVDirect refers to the VRD MC6 About illustrations The on screen display illustrations used in this manual may not match the graphics displayed on your screen 23 AIGA Gurgnposuy Features You
47. er between devices Refer to the operating instructions for your device and use an appropriate cable For audio video cables gt To AUDIO VIDEO OUT connectors AUDIO IN connectors VIDEO IN connector Audio video cable not supplied 34 AUDIO IN connectors VIDEO IN connector AV cable not supplied or supplied with the video device 35 Hulpiosay 104 suoesedaig Memory Card Memory Card When copying videos or photos from a memory card insert the memory card into its corresponding memory card slot on the DVDirect Insert a memory card into its corresponding slot s Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick SD Card L xD Picture Card Push the memory card into the slot until you hear a click To remove push the card and pull out Notes Do not use more than one memory card slot at a time Insert only one memory card into a memory card slot Do not insert another memory card while recording onto a disc Doing so may cause a write error Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo with a Memory Stick Duo adapter into the multi memory card slot e Never remove the memory card while the memory card access LED is lit Otherwise data in the memory card may be damaged An ejected memory card may be warm This is not a malfunction 36 About operation
48. esponding connection and operation Notes on copying on discs e You cannot copy videos with copy protection signals commercial DVDs VHS software some programs from satellite or CATV receivers etc videos to a disc unfinalized created with a device other than the DVDirect e You cannot record video unsupported by DVDirect via USB or a memory card inserted into the DVDirect s slot for example MPEG or MPEG4 other than AVCHD etc taken with a mobile phone or web camcorder You can record video using A V cable e You cannot copy the following HD High Definition videos to the disc as is These HD High Definition videos can be copied by down converting to SD Standard Definition quality HD videos recorded in REC mode at a bit rate exceeding 18Mbps such as in HD FX mode for example High Definition Handycam in AVCHD format HD videos recorded on an 8cm DVD using a High Definition Handycam HD videos recorded on a DV tape using a High Definition Handycam HDV format HD videos recorded with an HD High Definition compatible camera other than AVCHD format e You cannot simultaneously copy images when storing multiple types of image ona camera or memory card e You cannot simultaneously copy images stored in different media in case of multiple types of media on a camera or memory card e If you erase or edit a video on a camera with a computer or Playstation 3 you may not be able to copy videos
49. ess the ENTER button Video gt DVD Select input DV IN VIDEO IN USB Memory Card 54 4 Confirm the message in the display window When the DVDirect detects a signal from a camera connected to the DV IN connector DV appears in the top left of the display window Type of input Copy mode Copy all videos in the camera to DVD Press to start recording HQ Remaining 01 00 00 RETURN ran REC 5 Make sure that Full appears at the top right of the display window and press the record button to start recording The DVDirect starts recording at the same time the video device starts playback If the video tape is not at its beginning it will automatically rewind and the DVDirect will start recording During recording the message Recording appears in the display window and the record button lights up The following appears in the display window 3 To pause recording Press the O record button during recording To resume recording press the record button again To stop recording Press the stop button and then press the RETURN button The DVDirect stops recording and returns to the display window in step 4 6 Remove the created disc The disc is finalized automatically when recording is complete Hint e Recording automatically stops after a blank portion over 2 minutes or when the end of the DV tape is reached 55 sas aaq OapIA W014 Gu
50. evices For details about finalizing refer to Finalize disc on page 68 6 Press or to select OK and press the ENTER button Eject disc After finalizing no further recording allowed OK Cancel QB select When finalizing has completed the disc tray opens Note e You cannot stop while recording is in progress 48 Copying Manually HDD Built in Memory 8cm Disc Memory Card This mode allows you to record video on the DVDirect while controlling playback manually on the connected camera Initially turn on the DVDirect page 29 insert a disc page 30 and connect an audio video cable AV cable for recording page 34 Hint e If all the preparations are complete for copying the DVDirect detects a signal from a camcorder connecting to the VIDEO IN connector and the display window in step 4 appears automatically You can skip steps to 3 1 Press the RETURN button The Menu display appears 2 Make sure that Video DVD is selected and press the ENTER button GJ Photo gt DVD DVD Preview Ta AVCHD Dubbing Setup ENTER select 3 Press or to select VIDEO IN and press the ENTER button Video gt DVD Select input DV IN VIDEO IN USB Memory Card CENTER acters The video from the connected camera appears Hint e When the prompt message Format disc for DV VIDEO recording appears after inserting a blank disc select OK Formattin
51. ex Lists The entire contents Select by a scene of camera shooting date pS eee ee page 59 page 61 Copying All Copying Visual Contents Index Lists The entire contents Select by a scene of camera shooting date page 59 page 61 The created disc Photo disc e The photo JPEG file is copied Playable on a computer or DVD player recorder capable of playing JPEG files Slideshow disc e The photo JPEG file is copied e The slideshow disc Standard Definition is created Playable on a computer or commercial DVD player recorder Introducing DVDirect About this manual Before you start recording video or photo contents to a disc read the Selecting copy mode pages Selecting copy mode shows you the required connections for your device and guides you through the recording process Selecting copy mode page 8 Use the chart Find a type of copy mode page 8 to determine a method appropriate for your device and the type of disc you wish to create Next use the Type of copy mode on page 10 through 18 to determine the connection and device operation 4 Preparations for Recording page 29 Connect your device to the DVDirect as instructed in the Type of copy mode Q Configure your device if necessary 4 Copying pages 38 54 Select an available copy mode best suited to your needs Follow the instructions on the page referred to in this manual 4 S
52. files Data DVD Slideshow disc JPEG files DVD VIDEO format Recordable discs DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD R DL 1 Use 12cm disc only 2 Use the DV IN or VIDEO IN connector only Supported input devices Video recording e Sony digital video camera HDD Built in memory Memory card 8cm disc DV D8 tape e Sony digital still camera Built in memory Memory card e Video device with audio video outputs Supported input devices Photo recording e Sony digital video camera HDD Built in memory Memory card 8cm disc e Sony digital still camera Built in memory Memory card e Digital video camera other than Sony Memory card e Digital still camera other than Sony Memory card 86 Supported photo format JPEG DCF2 0 compliant The following JPEG file is supported Number of pixels up to 8192x8192 File size up to 7 2 MB File number up to 2000 photos Playback Playable discs Discs created with VRD MC6 Other commercial or recorded discs are not supported HD High Definition discs cannot be played back Output DVDirect s built in LCD display Input Output Interface DV IN 4 pin i LINK IEEE1394 100 DVC SD input VIDEO IN 1 Vp p 75 ohms AUDIO IN 2 Vrms Impedance more than 47 kilohms USB port 2 Type A 1 For DV input from DV digital video camera only 2 For Sony camera connection only Memory Card Slot Memory Stick D
53. finition disc Auto Chapter is available when you use the DV IN connector or VIDEO IN connector to connect your video device OFF No chapters are inserted gt 5 minutes Inserts chapters at approximately 5 minute intervals 10 minutes Inserts chapters at approximately 10 minute intervals 15 minutes Inserts chapters at approximately 15 minute intervals DVD Menu Select a background image to apply to the DVD Menu screen for discs created with the DVDirect gt A B C D Select from four images The background image is set to A by default JPEG Sets your favorite photo JPEG file for a background image Insert the memory card with the selected photo JPEG file into the DVDirect s memory card slot before creating a disc Notes e Save only a single photo JPEG file in the top directory of a memory card If there are many photos in the top directory of the memory card the desired photo may not be set for the DVD Menu Some photos JPEG files may not be applied to the DVD Menu Slideshow Music Select whether to record background music onto a slideshow disc OFF No background music is recorded gt ON Background music is recorded MP3 Sets your favorite music MP3 file for background music Insert the memory card with the selected music MP3 file into the DVDirect s memory card slot before creating a disc Notes e Save only a single music MP3 file in the t
54. g a disc may take several seconds to complete You cannot record HD High Definition videos onto the formatted disc under this message Format disc for DV VIDEO recording Cancel CENTER AST co 4 Operate your camera to start video playback and press the record button of the DVDirect The message Recording appears in the display window and the record button lights up during recording The following appears in the display window Wiser OsTOP PAUSE 49 eiawies e wos Gulddog E To pause recording Press the O record button during recording To resume recording press the record button again 5 Press the stop button to stop recording 6 To record an additional video repeat steps 4 and 5 7 Press the amp eject button to eject the disc when recording is complete A message asking whether to finalize the disc appears 8 To finalize the disc press or to select Yes and press the ENTER button If you select No the disc will be ejected without being finalized You can skip step 9 Finalize the disc for playback on DVD players Yes No ENTERS Hints e To finalize a disc means to make the disc playable on other DVD devices For details about finalizing refer to Finalize disc on page 68 When using a DVD RW disc finalizing is unnecessary You can skip steps 8 and 9 50 9 Press or to select OK and press the ENTER button Eje
55. hs Time required for recording When recording video the length of time required for recording depends on the REC mode setting FH HQ SP or LP used to shoot the video and the number of scenes the video contains Typically more time is required to record videos onto a disc if the video was recorded with a higher image quality bit rate setting The chart below provides a general estimate of time required to record Recording HD High Definition video Time required to copy a 1 hour video Mode Camcorder connected via Memory Stick Duo a USB cable slot on DVDirect FH approx 40 minutes approx 80 minutes HQ approx 25 minutes approx 50 minutes SP approx 20 minutes approx 35 minutes LP approx 15 minutes approx 30 minutes Two discs are required Recording SD Standard Definition video Time required to copy a 1 hour video Camcorder connected via Mode a USB cable Media other Ene plane than 8cm disc HQ approx 35 minutes approx 35 minutes SP approx 25 minutes approx 25 minutes LP approx 15 minutes approx 15 minutes Hint When a camcorder is connected to the DV IN or VIDEO IN connector on the DVDirect the length of time required for recording is the same as the playback time of the video Note You cannot record HD High Definition video taken in REC mode at a bit rate exceeding 18Mbps such as in HD FX mode for example High Definition Handycam in AVC
56. ig USB cable USB cable for multi use terminal supplied with camera or sold separately USB port USB cable USB port Type Mini B supplied withcamera Type A or sold separately Hint If your camera does not have USB port use a Handycam Station or Multi Output Station that supports your camera 3 Check the USB connection on the camera Sony digital video camera The USB SELECT screen appears Be sure to select the media that stores images to record 31 Button names on the USB SELECT screen Storage Media Button Name Hard disk drive USB CONNECT COMPUTER HDD etc Built in memory t USB CONNECT etc 8cm disc USB CONNECT COMPUTER etc Memory Card USB CONNECT COMPUTER etc Hints e Depending on the model USB connection may complete simply by connecting the camera to the DVDirect USB mode screen appears In this case selecting the recording media is unnecessary e If your camera has a USB SPEED setting specify AUTO AUTO is the default setting Sony digital still camera USB connection completes only by connecting the camera to the DVDirect USB mode or Mass Storage screen appears Hints e If your camera has a USB Connect setting specify AUTO or Mass Storage AUTO is the default setting e If your camera has a LUN Settings setting you may need to set Single depending on
57. ion reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation 1 7 1 Konan Minato ku Tokyo 108 0075 Japan The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH Hedelfinger Strasse 61 70327 Stuttgart Germany For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents Notes on AC power adapter e Please ensure that the socket outlet is installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter and power cord Do not use any other AC adapter It may cause a malfunction Connect the AC adapter to an easily accessible socket outlet Do not touch the AC adapter with wet hands Should you notice an abnormality in the AC adapter disconnect it from the socket outlet immediately e Use a commercially available AC plug
58. ite protect switch with a thin implement e Use your camera to format the Memory Stick A Memory Stick formatted on a computer may not work properly The position and shape of the write protect switch may differ depending on the Memory Stick you use e Do not remove the Memory Stick while recording or when the Memory card access LED is on e Data may be corrupted if the Memory Stick is removed or the DVDirect is turned off while reading data or the Memory Stick is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise SD Card xD Picture Card The DVDirect has slots for the following memory cards However not all memory card operations are supported SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card e xD Picture Card Tsp Memory Card operation is supported up to 2 Gbytes 2 SDHC Memory Card operation is supported up to 32 Gbytes The memory card slot of the DVDirect does not support capacities exceeding 32 Gbytes Even if you insert such a card into the camera s memory card slot and connect the camera to the DVDirect with the USB cable recording will not be available as of January 2010 Notes on using memory cards Do not use a commercial card adapter The DVDirect may not work properly e Do not use a metallic card adapter as malfunction may result The DVDirect does not read copyright protected data 77 s 9u 13 y unooys jqno L Recording Time and Video Lengt
59. jected without being finalized You can skip step 8 below Eject disc Finalize the disc for playback on DVD players Yes No ENTERO Hint e To finalize a disc means to make the disc playable on other DVD devices For details about finalizing refer to Finalize disc on page 68 8 Press or to select OK and press the ENTER button After finalizing no further recording allowed OK Cancel When finalizing has completed the disc tray opens To stop recording Press the stop button when replacing a disc You cannot stop while recording is in progress 53 esawies e wos Gulddog p Copying From Video Devices Copying All Contents fa DV Tape This mode allows you to record the entire video tape content onto a disc The DVDirect automatically controls playback on the connected video device Initially turn on the DVDirect page 29 insert a disc page 30 and connect a DV i LINK cable for recording page 33 Hint e If all the preparations are complete for copying the DVDirect detects a signal from a camcorder connecting to the DV IN connector and the display window in step 4 appears automatically You can skip steps to 3 1 Press the RETURN button The Menu display appears 2 Make sure that Video DVD is selected and press the ENTER button a Photo gt DVD DVD Preview Ta AVCHD Dubbing Setup TENTER Sots A 3 Press or to select DV IN and pr
60. jqno L a About Created Discs The DVDirect creates a DVD Menu on an SD Standard Definition disc and a slideshow disc The DVD Menu is displayed each time a disc is inserted into a player and can be used to select videos from dates or thumbnails According to the type of disc being created and the device connection used for recording disc configuration varies and there may be some restrictions See the following About SD Standard Definition discs Configuration of SD Standard Definition discs DV IN or VIDEO IN connector DVD Menu Tt Chapter Start recording End recording The DVD Menu displays thumbnails of the titles created between the points where you start and stop recording on the DVDirect For each title chapters are automatically created according to the Auto Chapter setting configured in the Setup Menu page 67 Configuration of SD Standard Definition discs USB port or Memory Stick Duo slot DVD Menu Tile 0000 12 Chapter The DVD Menu displays thumbnails of the titles created at points in the video where the shooting date changes For each title chapters breakpoints of a video on the disc are automatically created by scene between the point where you start and stop shooting on the camera e If you copy vi
61. lAdoy Copying Manually fa DV Tape Video Device This mode allows you to record video on the DVDirect while controlling playback manually on the connected video device Initially turn on the DVDirect page 29 insert a disc page 30 and connect cables for recording pages 33 and 34 Hint e If all the preparations are complete for copying the DVDirect detects a signal from a video device connecting to the VIDEO IN or DV IN connector and the display window in step 4 appears automatically You can skip steps to 3 1 Press the RETURN button The Menu display appears 2 Make sure that Video DVD is selected and press the ENTER button a Photo gt DVD DVD Preview Ta AVCHD Dubbing Setup ENTER ot eters 3 Press or to select the input connected to the video device and press the ENTER button When connecting to the video device with the DV i LINK cable select DV IN When connecting to the video device with the A V cable select VIDEO IN 56 Video gt DVD Select input DV IN VIDEO IN USB Memory Card ENTERA GA 4 Make sure that the video device is correctly connected to the DVDirect For connection with DV i LINK cable DV appears in the top left of the display window and the copy mode appears at the top right of the display window Press or to select Manual Type of input Copy mode No input signal Remaining 0 RETURN aan REC
62. mcorder e Check that the camcorder is correctly connected to the DVDirect with USB cable Check that the camera is turned on e If a demo video is included in the camcorder the camera may not operate normally Delete a demo video from the camera Memory card error Check the memory card e An incompatible memory card is inserted For example a memory card containing video recorded by a video device other than a Handycam is incompatible System error e When this message appears repeatedly the DVDirect may be damaged 73 s 9u 13 y unooys jqno L a XX YY videos are not recordable Continue copying e HD High Definition video taken in REC mode at a bit rate exceeding 18Mbps such as in HD FX mode for example High Definition HandycamR is contained in a camera or memory card Such video does not comply with AVCHD format Select Yes to record other than the above condition videos XX YY number of un recordable videos total number of videos 74 Supported Discs and Memory Cards Discs The following writable discs are compatible with the DVDirect However not all disc operations are supported Disc type Logo Usable discs Supported versions DVD R cm J Up to 16x media DVD R DL B Double layer Up to 8x media DVD R DL DVD RW RW J Up to 8x media DVD RW i High speed Gg J Up to 8x media DVD R DVD j Up to 16x media DVD R DL DVD Double layer e DVD RW
63. o a disc if the DVDirect s color system is different from the color system of the connected camcorder e A disc will not be playable if the DVDirect s color system setting used for recording is different from the playback device Language Select the language for the display window 70 Troubleshooting References Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the DVDirect use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs Refer also to the operating instructions of your camera or video devices General To create an SD Standard Definition video disc by down converting an HD High Definition video e Connect a camera to the DVDirect using an audio video cable or AV cable page 34 You cannot use a USB cable for connection To change the input e The DVDirect automatically detects input signals from connected devices and selects the input jack Turn on connected devices and set up to record videos e To change the input manually select the input connector from Menu e When recording an HD High Definition video select USB or Memory card of AVCHD Dubbing in Menu When recording an SD Standard Definition video select VIDEO IN DV IN USB or Memory card of Video DVD in Menu Power The DVDirect does not turn on e Make sure that the AC power cord is connected securely page 29 e Unplug the power ca
64. of DVDirect After the power is turned on the DVDirect automatically detects inserted memory cards discs and input signals from connected devices A message indicating how to prepare for recording then appears in the display window By this message you can automatically move on to the recording procedure you intended without complicated button operations The Menu display appears when the RETURN button is pressed after the power is turned on You can perform recording procedures manually by selecting options from the menu The menu items are as follows T Video gt DVD al Photo gt DVD p DVD Preview Ta AVCHD Dubbing Insert a DVD Setup ENTER select Menu Function Video DVD Copy a SD Standard Definition video to a disc Photo DVD Copy photos to a disc DVD Preview Playback a created disc AVCHD Dubbing Record HD High Definition video to a disc Setup Configure various settings Notes on copying multiple types of image When multiple image types are recorded in a camera or memory card the image is copied as follows in this manual Images are copied in the following order HD High Definition video SD Standard Definition video photo Types of image recorded in camera memory card HD High SD Standard Photo Type of image to be copied Definition video Definition video O O O HD High Definition video O O HD High Definition video O O HD High
65. onfirm the message in the display window When the DVDirect detects a signal from a camera connected to the USB port USB appears in the top left of the display window Type of input Copy mode Copy all videos in the camera to DVD Press to start recording RETURN IVAN REC 2 Press or to select Consolidation and press the O record button to start recording USB Consolidation Copy videos in several mini DVDs onto a single DVD Press to start recording RETURN Vent REC The DVDirect starts the recording process The record button lights up during recording The following appears in the display window USE Consolidation Recording to disc 20 recorded 3 Complete recording from one 8cm disc If you are copying from another 8cm disc replace the 8cm disc in the camera with the new 8cm disc and press the O record button to continue recording 4 Press the amp eject button to eject the disc when recording from all 8cm discs is complete A message asking whether to finalize the disc appears 47 esawies e wos GulAdog Fy 5 To finalize the disc press or to select Yes and press the ENTER button If you select No the disc will be ejected without being finalized You can skip step 6 below Eject disc Finalize the disc for playback on DVD players Yes No Hint e To finalize a disc means to make the disc playable on other DVD d
66. op directory of a memory card If there are many files in the top directory of the memory card the desired music may not be set as the background music When you hand the created slideshow disc to others ensure that any background music is not copyrighted Some MP3 files may not be applied to the background music Slideshow Creation Select whether to create a slideshow automatically after recording photos onto a disc gt OFF A slideshow is not created automatically When you press the eject button after recording a message asking whether to create a slideshow always appears in the display window ON A slideshow is created and the disc is finalized automatically after recording The disc can be played back on a DVD player immediately 67 dmesg Finalize disc If you eject a disc without finalizing you can finalize it later Hints To finalize a disc means to make the disc playable on other DVD devices If you do not finalize the disc with the DVDirect the disc cannot be played on other DVD devices e You cannot add videos or photos to a finalized disc e When using a DVD RW disc and connecting the camcorder to the DVDirect s VIDEO IN connector or DV IN connector for recording video finalizing is unnecessary You can always add videos on the DVD RW with the DVDirect and the disc will be playable on other DVD devices Insert a disc to finalize press or to select Finalize disc
67. page 25 previously 1 Confirm the message in the display window When the DVDirect detects signals from a camera connected to the USB port or memory card inserted into the slot USB or the type of memory card appears in the top left of the display The DVDirect starts the recording window process The record button lights The following appears in the display up during recording The following window when a camcorder is connected appears in the display window to the USB port USB9 vco Incremental Type of disc created E NS HD High Definition video Recording disc 1 of 5 Ea SD Standard 10 recorded Definition video Recording to disc Type of input Copy all videos in the camera to DVD Copy mode Number of required discs 40 3 Change to a blank disc when the message Insert a blank DVD e A Oro uae appears If the contents do not fit onto a single disc the disc will be ejected automatically when it becomes full Remove the created disc and insert a blank one Recording will resume z automatically Hint e To finalize a disc means to make the disc playable on other DVD devices For details about finalizing refer to Finalize disc on page 68 Insert a blank DVD 6 Press or to select OK and press the ENTER button d Next disc number of required discs After finalizing no further recording allowed OK 4 Press the amp eject button to eject Can
68. power cord and the AC adapter Do not use damaged cables such as cables with deformed connectors 4 Press the power button After the display window lights and the DVDirect logo appears the on condition screen appears 29 fulpsooay 104 suoiesedaig Inserting a Disc 1 Press the amp eject button The disc tray ejects The disc tray opens halfway Open it fully by hand 2 Place the disc in the disc tray with its recording side down and push the disc tray in the direction of the arrow Note Do not touch the recording side of the disc Push the disc until it clicks into place Push the disc tray in until it clicks fully closed Note e Metallic parts of the disc tray and an ejected disc may be warm This is not a malfunction 30 Connecting Cables for Recording For types of connection and settings see the Connection and setup for your Handycam video device section for your Type of copy mode on pages 10 through 20 USB cable HDD ff Built in Memory 8cm Disc Memory Card 1 Turn on the camera Note e For the camcorder make sure that the AC power cord is connected to the AC adapter Hint Depending on the model type you may need to change the mode from the REC mode to other modes such as PLAY or EDIT For details about modes refer to your camera s operating instructions 2 Connect the camera to the DVDirect fulpsooay 10 suoieseda
69. rs as SD Standard Definition discs A chapter is created for every 10 photos e Up to 99 chapters per title can be created 82 Note e Some players may not be able to display the DVD Menu Hints e You can use factory set images or your favorite photo as a background image for the DVD Menu screen page 67 e You can set background music while playing a slideshow disc page 67 83 s 9u 13 3y unooys jqno L Additional Information Precautions Operation and storage conditions Avoid using or storing the DVDirect in hot or humid locations or places where it might be subject to severe vibration or direct sunlight Cleaning Use a soft dry cloth to clean the external surfaces of the DVDirect Do not use an abrasive disposable cloth such as paper towels as they may damage the surface finish Transportation Please repack the DVDirect in its original carton when shipping and remove any disc beforehand Moisture condensation Do not expose the DVDirect to sudden temperature changes Do not use the DVDirect immediately after moving it from a cold to warm location or raising the room temperature suddenly as condensation may have formed within the DVDirect If the temperature changes suddenly while using the DVDirect keep the power on but stop using it for at least an hour Handling discs e Handle discs only by the edges Never touch the recording surface 84 Do not affix labels on discs
70. the model default setting is different depending on the model See the following web site for details on supported camera models English only http sony storagesupport com Note If a camera with built in memory and memory card is connected to the DVDirect the DVDirect will choose the memory card as the USB connection However built in memory might be chosen depending on the model of the camera and its setting For details see the instruction manual of the camera and confirm the settings of USB Connect and LUN Settings Notes e You need an audio video cable AV cable instead of a USB cable for connection to copy PhotoMOVIE from an 8cm disc in a Handycam videos from an 8cm disc formatted in VR mode in a Handycam 32 DV i LINK cable fa DV Tape 1 Turn on the camera Note e For the camera make sure that the AC power cord is connected to the AC adapter 2 Set the camera to playback mode e Playback operation differs among cameras For most cameras switch the power mode button to playback PLAY EDIT or VTR mode to play video For details refer to the operating instructions of your camera e When you copy HD High Definition videos using High Definition Handycam HDV format by connecting with DV i LINK cable set the i LINK CONV setting on the Handycam to ON This will down convert videos recorded in HD High Definition to SD Standard Definition quality Hulpiosay 10
71. ton The Menu display appears 3 Press or to select DVD Preview and press the ENTER button Ta Video gt DVD a Photo gt DVD DVD Preview Ta AVCHD Dubbing lt 5 Setup ENTER ot A Playback starts automatically when an unfinalized disc is inserted When playing back a finalized disc go to step 4 64 4 Press to select the title you want to preview and press the ENTER button Selected title ouo RETURN IY CNI The DVDirect starts playback Operations during playback Button Operation Stop playback Display the previous or the next title Return to the DVD Menu or Menu display gt RETURN Previewing Photos You can play back only discs created with the DVDirect Notes e You cannot play back discs created with a video device other than the DVDirect The DVDirect does not support playback of commercial DVDs or contents on a memory card inserted to the DVDirect When you preview a video there is no sound e You cannot output videos to an external device such as a TV 1 Turn on the DVDirect and insert a disc created with the DVDirect amp Hint e If you insert a finalized disc after turning on the DVDirect playback will start automatically or photos or the DVD Menu will appear You can skip steps 2 and 3 2 Press the RETURN button The Menu display appears 3 Press or to select DVD Preview and press the
72. ugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over wis 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped FCC Compliance Statements This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televis
73. uo Memory Stick SD Memory Card xD Picture Card Multi card slot General Power DC 12V supplied from the DC IN jack Consumption 30W AC adapter Type AC NB12A Input AC 100 V 240 V Output DC 12 V 2 5A Use an AC power cord appropriate for the region or country of use Size Approx 144 x 52 x 156 mm WxHxD Including maximal projections Weight Approx 660 g Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C Design and specifications are subject to change without notice 87 uo ewoju jeuonippy Index A AUDIO IN connectors Audio video cable Auto Chapter cee Auto Shut Off wee 69 Auto Stop Timer 66 AVCHD Dubbing 37 AVCHD format C Chapter an 80 Color System oo eee 69 Consolidation copying from an 8cm disc Erase Finalize Inserting a disc Recordable time Supported discs Time required for recording DISC BURN DV i LINK cable see DV IN connector 33 DVD BURN erir 52 DVD Menu DVD Preview 88 H Handycam PERONI AET 23 HD High Definition discs TM AGES heresias iaai 23 Incremental sssusa 40 Input signal oo eee 37 J JPEG file 60 63 67 L Language Memory Card Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo One Touch Disc Burn 51 P PAL is pupunan 69 PhotoDVD eee 37 Playlist agane 42 Previewing PHOtOS is3 2 5j
74. w disc depends on the number and size of the photos for example it may take 20 minutes or more to record 50 files 6 megapixel photos onto a disc Copying Visual Index Lists HDD ff Built in Memory iMemory Card 8cm Disc You can record photos selected by viewing thumbnails 3 Press or to select Thumbnail Initially turn on the DVDirect page 29 or Shooting Date and press the insert a disc page 30 and connect cables ENTER button for recording page 31 USE 4 Select Photos gt 1 Confirm the message in the Photo selection options display window Thumbnail When the DVDirect detects a signal Shooting Date from a camera connected to the USB port or a memory card inserted into any of the memory card slots USB or the type of memory card appears in the top left of the display window The following appears in the display 4 Press to select the window when a camcorder is connected viewing thumbnail or shooting to the USB port date you want to copy and press the ENTER button to mark Pressing the ENTER button toggles the selection between marked and Type of memory card Copy mode unmarked Copy photos from a camera to DVD Current photo Number Marked of recorded photos photo to copy Press to start recording ser Select Photos T RETURN aan REC 2 Press lt or to select Select Photos i CENTER eva REC OSingle enn 3 gt Shooting date
75. y mode Record SD Standard Definition video aS IS es ninini adesina 14 Type of copy mode Record SD Standard Definition VideoaAS IS eee e eee eeeeeeeeeetetteeeeeeeeees 16 Type of copy mode Connect other video device and About this manual 0 ee 22 Features aiie iiien diseni 24 Recording HD High Definition VIEO h aa a eaten 24 Recording SD Standard Definition WIROS E A Recording photos Before you begin Package Contents ceeee Parts and Controls 0000008 MainiUnit ossaa nenna Preparations for Recording Turning the Power On 29 Inserting a DiSC eee 30 Connecting Cables for Recording USB cable DV i LINK Cable oo cece 33 Audio video cable AV cable 34 Memory Card ccccceeceeseeeeeees 36 About operation of DVDirect 37 Copying From a camera Copying All Contents 0 38 Copying Only New Video 40 Copying Playlist 42 Copying Visual Index Lists 44 Copying and Consolidating Contents from an 8cm disc ceeeee eee 47 Copying Manually 0 eeeeee 49 One Touch Disc Burm 0 51 Copying From Video Devices Copying All Contents 54 Copying Manually 0 eeeeeeee 56 Copying Photos Copying All Contents 59 Copying Visual Index Lists 61 Previewing in the display window Previewing Videos 64 Oper
76. ying Manually The entire contents of camera Recording while operating the camera 4 page 54 page 56 y page 49 2 Built in memory of HYBRID Plus Handycam cannot be recorded by One Touch Disc Burn Type of copy mode Connect other video device and record SD Standard Definition video G2 so gt What is the recording Connection and setup for media of your video your video device d evi ce You cannot record via a USB cable Video device with DV Use a DV i LINK cable connector capable of sold separately outputting DV signals page 33 Use an AV cable 5 x supplied with DVDirect or sold Video device with AV OUT A page 34 SE Select the copy mode and Create a disc Copying All Contents Copying Manually The entire contents of camera Recording while operating the camera p page 54 page 56 gt page 56 Copying a photo Photos are recorded as a JPEG file You can create a slideshow of the disc contents What is the recording Connection and setup media or memory card Recording media Ke HDD Use a USB cable supplied with camera or sold separately i Built in memory 8cm Disc gt page 31 o Memory Card Memory card F s Insert a Memory card into Memory Stick Duo the slot Memory Stick SD Card page 36 xD Picture Card Select the copy mode and create a disc Copying All Copying Visual Contents Ind

Sony DVDirect VRD-MC6 User's Manual

Contents

Download Pdf Manuals

Related Search

Related Contents