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4-156-864-12(1)
Selecting copy mode 8
Introducing DVDirect 22
Preparations for Recording 29
Copying From a camera 38
Copying From Video
54
Devices
Copying Photos 59
Multi-Function
Previewing in the display
DVD Recorder
64
window
Setup 66
Troubleshooting/
71
References
Additional Information 84
Operating Instructions
VRD-MC6
© 2009 Sony Corporation
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Safety Regulations This label is located on the laser protective WARNING housing inside the enclosure. 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
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7) Do not block any ventilation openings. FCC Compliance Statements Install in accordance with the This equipment has been tested and found manufacturer’s instructions. to comply with the limits for a Class B 8) Do not install near any heat sources such digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other FCC Rules. These limits are designed to apparatus (including amplifiers) that provide reasonable protection against produce heat. harmful interf
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Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery Notes on AC power adapter contains perchlorate. � Please ensure that the socket outlet is installed near the equipment and shall be easily For customers in the United Kingdom accessible. � Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter and and Republic of Ireland power cord. A molded plug complying with BS1363 is � Do not use any other AC adapter. It may cause a fitted to this equipment for your safety and malfunction. convenience. Should the fuse in the plug
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� DVDirect, Handycam, CyberShot, Memory Stick and their logos are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. � AVCHD and the AVCHD logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Panasonic Corporation. � “PLAYSTATION” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. � 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. � Manufactured under license from
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Table of Contents Safety Regulations ..........................2 Preparations for Recording Selecting copy mode Turning the Power On....................29 Inserting a Disc ..............................30 Find a type of copy mode ................8 Connecting Cables for Recording Type of copy modeA .....................................................31 Record HD video as is.................10 USB cable.................................... 31 Type of copy modeB DV (i.LINK) cable ..................
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Previewing in the display Additional Information window Precautions ................................... 84 Previewing Videos......................... 64 Specifications ................................ 86 Operations during playback ........ 64 Index.............................................. 88 Previewing Photos ........................ 65 Operations during playback ........ 65 Setup Using the Setup Menu................... 66 Rec Quality (REC mode).............. 66 Auto Stop Timer.............
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Videos Selecting copy mode Selecting a 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. I want to record HD (High Definition) video as is. HD (High Definition) Disc (AVCHD format) AVCHD format compatible device ® Sony
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Selecting copy mode ® 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? : High Definition : Standard Definition Type of copy mode Sony High Definition Digital video camera Digital still camera b page 10 Sony Standard Definition You cannot Digital video camera create HD (High Definition) disc
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A A Videos Type of copy mode Record HD video as is What is the recording Connection and setup media? Use a USB cable (supplied with camera or sold HDD separately) b page 31 Use a USB cable (supplied with camera or sold Built-in memory separately) b page 31 Insert a Memory Card into 1 the slot* Memory Card b page 36 1 * You can record video by connecting a camera via a USB cable. Recording is not available. You can record by down- 8cm Disc converting to SD (Standard Definition). See Type of
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Selecting copy mode Select the copy mode and create a disc! One Touch Copying All Copying Copying Copying 3 Disc Burn Contents Only New Playlist* Visual Index Press the button on The entire contents Playlist contents on Video Lists camera of camera camera Only the new contents Select by a scene/ of camera shooting date page 51 page 38 page 40 page 42 page 44 4 page 51* page 38 page 40 page 42 page 44 2 page 51* page 38 page 40 page 42 page 44 2 * Recording possible only when connected to a c
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Videos Type of copy mode Down-convert videos to SD (Standard Definition) quality What is the recording Connection and setup media? Use an AV cable (supplied with camera or sold HDD separately) b page 34 Use an AV cable (supplied with camera or sold Built-in memory separately) b page 34 Use an AV cable (supplied with camera or sold 8cm Disc separately) b page 34 Use an AV cable (supplied with camera or sold Memory Card separately) b page 34 Use an AV cable (supplied with camera or sold sepa
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Selecting copy mode Select the copy mode and create a disc! Copying Manually Recording while operating camera page 49 page 49 page 49 page 49 page 56 Copying All Contents Copying Manually The entire contents of camera Recording while operating camera page 54 page 56 13 13
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A A A Videos Type of copy mode Record SD (Standard Definition) video as is What is the recording Connection and setup media? Use a USB cable (supplied with camera or sold HDD separately) b page 31 Use a USB cable (supplied with camera or sold Built-in memory separately) b page 31 Use a USB cable (supplied with camera or sold 8cm Disc separately) b page 31 Insert a Memory Card into 1 the slot* Memory Card b page 36 1 * You can record video by connecting a camera via a USB cable. Use a DV (i.
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Selecting copy mode Select the copy mode and create a disc! One Touch Copying All Copying and Copying Only Copying Copying 3 Disc Burn Contents Consolidating New Video Playlist* Visual Index Press the button on The entire contents Contents Only the new contents Playlist contents on Lists camera of camera of camera camera Consolidate the video Select by a scene/ onto one disc shooting date page 51 page 38 — page 40 page 42 page 44 4 page 51* page 38 — page 40 page 42 page 44 — page 38 page 47
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A A A Videos Type of copy mode Record SD (Standard Definition) video as is What is the recording Connection and setup media? Use a USB cable (supplied with camera or sold HDD separately) b page 31 Use a USB cable (supplied with camera or sold Built-in memory separately) b page 31 Use a USB cable (supplied with camera or sold 8cm Disc separately) b page 31 Insert a Memory Card into 1 the slot* Memory Card b page 36 1 * You can record video by connecting a camera via a USB cable. Use a DV (i.
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Selecting copy mode Select the copy mode and create a disc! One Touch Copying All Copying and Copying Only Copying Copying Disc Burn Contents Consolidating New Video Playlist Visual Index Press the button on The entire contents Contents Only the new contents Playlist contents on Lists camera of camera of camera camera Consolidate the video Select by a scene/ onto one disc shooting date page 51 page 38 — page 40 page 42 page 44 2 page 51* page 38 — page 40 page 42 page 44 — page 38 page 47 — —
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Videos Type of copy mode Connect other video device and record SD (Standard Definition) video What is the recording Connection and setup for media of your video your video device You cannot record via a USB cable. device? Use a DV (i.LINK) cable Video device with DV (sold separately) connector, capable of outputting DV signals b page 33 Use an AV cable (supplied with DVDirect or sold Video device with AV OUT separately) b page 34 18 18
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Selecting copy mode Select the copy mode and create a disc! Copying All Contents Copying Manually The entire contents of camera Recording while operating the camera page 54 page 56 — page 56 19 19
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A Photos 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 HDD Use a USB cable (supplied with camera or sold separately) Built-in memory b page 31 8cm Disc Memory Card Memory card Insert a Memory card into “Memory Stick Duo” the slot “Memory Stick” b page 36 SD Card xD Picture Card 20 20
