Sony Digital Camcorder DSR PD170 Operating Instructions
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Advanced Recording Operations
Adjusting the white balance
White balance adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more\
natural
color balance for camera recording. Normally, white balance is automatic\
ally adjusted.
You can obtain better results by adjusting the white balance manually wh\
en lighting
conditions change quickly or when recording outdoors: e.g., neon signs, \
fireworks.
(1 ) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position \
while
the camcorder is in...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/60315/w300_DSR-PD170_d-50.png "Page 51
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Advanced Recording Operations
Adjusting the white balance
White balance adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more\
natural
color balance for camera recording. Normally, white balance is automatic\
ally adjusted.
You can obtain better results by adjusting the white balance manually wh\
en lighting
conditions change quickly or when recording outdoors: e.g., neon signs, \
fireworks.
(1 ) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position \
while
the camcorder is in...")
51 Advanced Recording Operations Adjusting the white balance White balance adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more\ natural color balance for camera recording. Normally, white balance is automatic\ ally adjusted. You can obtain better results by adjusting the white balance manually wh\ en lighting conditions change quickly or when recording outdoors: e.g., neon signs, \ fireworks. (1 ) Set the AUTO LOCK selector to the center (auto lock release) position \ while the camcorder is in...
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If you have selected in step 3When you set the white balance to one-push white balance mode, the setti\
ng is locked
and maintained even if lighting conditions change. You can achieve recor\
ding with
natural colors without the image being affected by ambient light.
(With the
indicator on the screen)
(1 ) Aim a white object such as paper fully.
( 2 ) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
The indicator flashes quickly. When the white balance has been adjusted and\
stored
in the memory, the indicator...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/60315/w300_DSR-PD170_d-51.png "Page 52
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If you have selected in step 3When you set the white balance to one-push white balance mode, the setti\
ng is locked
and maintained even if lighting conditions change. You can achieve recor\
ding with
natural colors without the image being affected by ambient light.
(With the
indicator on the screen)
(1 ) Aim a white object such as paper fully.
( 2 ) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
The indicator flashes quickly. When the white balance has been adjusted and\
stored
in the memory, the indicator...")
52 If you have selected in step 3When you set the white balance to one-push white balance mode, the setti\ ng is locked and maintained even if lighting conditions change. You can achieve recor\ ding with natural colors without the image being affected by ambient light. (With the indicator on the screen) (1 ) Aim a white object such as paper fully. ( 2 ) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The indicator flashes quickly. When the white balance has been adjusted and\ stored in the memory, the indicator...
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Advanced Recording Operations
Adjusting the recording level manually
– Sound recording level
You can adjust the recording sound level. Use headphones to monitor the \
sound when
you adjust it. You can adjust the channel 1 and channel 2 separately.
Selecting the channel to be adjusted manually
(1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.
( 2 ) Press MENU to display the menu.
( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
, then press the dial.
( 4 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select AUDIO SET, then...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/60315/w300_DSR-PD170_d-52.png "Page 53
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Advanced Recording Operations
Adjusting the recording level manually
– Sound recording level
You can adjust the recording sound level. Use headphones to monitor the \
sound when
you adjust it. You can adjust the channel 1 and channel 2 separately.
Selecting the channel to be adjusted manually
(1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR.
( 2 ) Press MENU to display the menu.
( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
, then press the dial.
( 4 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select AUDIO SET, then...")
53 Advanced Recording Operations Adjusting the recording level manually – Sound recording level You can adjust the recording sound level. Use headphones to monitor the \ sound when you adjust it. You can adjust the channel 1 and channel 2 separately. Selecting the channel to be adjusted manually (1 ) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. ( 2 ) Press MENU to display the menu. ( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. ( 4 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select AUDIO SET, then...
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Adjusting the recording level manually– Sound recording level
To adjust the recording level automaticallySet AGC CH1 to ON when you automatically adjust the recording level of t\
he channel 1. And
set AGC CH2 to ON when you automatically adjust the recording level of t\
he channel 2.
When the recording level is adjusted manually
The recording level indicator appears at the lower-right on the LCD scre\
en or in the
viewfinder.
The sound input through the AUDIO CH1/CH2 jacks or
DV Interface
You cannot...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/60315/w300_DSR-PD170_d-53.png "Page 54
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Adjusting the recording level manually– Sound recording level
To adjust the recording level automaticallySet AGC CH1 to ON when you automatically adjust the recording level of t\
he channel 1. And
set AGC CH2 to ON when you automatically adjust the recording level of t\
he channel 2.
When the recording level is adjusted manually
The recording level indicator appears at the lower-right on the LCD scre\
en or in the
viewfinder.
The sound input through the AUDIO CH1/CH2 jacks or
DV Interface
You cannot...")
54 Adjusting the recording level manually– Sound recording level To adjust the recording level automaticallySet AGC CH1 to ON when you automatically adjust the recording level of t\ he channel 1. And set AGC CH2 to ON when you automatically adjust the recording level of t\ he channel 2. When the recording level is adjusted manually The recording level indicator appears at the lower-right on the LCD scre\ en or in the viewfinder. The sound input through the AUDIO CH1/CH2 jacks or DV Interface You cannot...
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Advanced Recording Operations
Connecting an optional external
microphone
You can get your desired audio quality, connecting multiple microphones \
or an
optional microphone to your camcorder.
(1 ) Loosen the microphone holder screw and open the cover.
( 2 ) Detach the supplied microphone and unplug the cable from the camcorder.
( 3 ) Connect the microphone (optional) to the INPUT1 or INPUT2 connector.
( 4 ) Select the channel to be used, using the REC CH SELECT switch. Used
channels according to the...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/60315/w300_DSR-PD170_d-54.png "Page 55
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Advanced Recording Operations
Connecting an optional external
microphone
You can get your desired audio quality, connecting multiple microphones \
or an
optional microphone to your camcorder.
(1 ) Loosen the microphone holder screw and open the cover.
( 2 ) Detach the supplied microphone and unplug the cable from the camcorder.
( 3 ) Connect the microphone (optional) to the INPUT1 or INPUT2 connector.
( 4 ) Select the channel to be used, using the REC CH SELECT switch. Used
channels according to the...")
55 Advanced Recording Operations Connecting an optional external microphone You can get your desired audio quality, connecting multiple microphones \ or an optional microphone to your camcorder. (1 ) Loosen the microphone holder screw and open the cover. ( 2 ) Detach the supplied microphone and unplug the cable from the camcorder. ( 3 ) Connect the microphone (optional) to the INPUT1 or INPUT2 connector. ( 4 ) Select the channel to be used, using the REC CH SELECT switch. Used channels according to the...
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Connecting an optional external microphone
When the wind is blowing hard
Set CH1 or CH2 of WIND to ON in the menu settings according to the input\
(p. 105).
We recommend that you set MIC NR to OFF in the menu settings in the foll\
owing
cases:
•When you use the external microphone at a distance from the camcorder.
• When the REC CH SELECT switch is set to CH1 and you will not record any \
audio via
the INPUT2 connector.
• When you set the INPUT LEVEL selector to LINE.
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Connecting an optional external microphone
When the wind is blowing hard
Set CH1 or CH2 of WIND to ON in the menu settings according to the input\
(p. 105).
We recommend that you set MIC NR to OFF in the menu settings in the foll\
owing
cases:
•When you use the external microphone at a distance from the camcorder.
• When the REC CH SELECT switch is set to CH1 and you will not record any \
audio via
the INPUT2 connector.
• When you set the INPUT LEVEL selector to LINE.
When you unplug the microphone...")
56 Connecting an optional external microphone When the wind is blowing hard Set CH1 or CH2 of WIND to ON in the menu settings according to the input\ (p. 105). We recommend that you set MIC NR to OFF in the menu settings in the foll\ owing cases: •When you use the external microphone at a distance from the camcorder. • When the REC CH SELECT switch is set to CH1 and you will not record any \ audio via the INPUT2 connector. • When you set the INPUT LEVEL selector to LINE. When you unplug the microphone...
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Advanced Recording Operations
Presetting the adjustment for picture
quality – Custom preset
You can preset the camcorder to record the picture with the desired pict\
ure quality.
When presetting, adjust the picture by shooting a subject and checking t\
he picture
displayed on a TV using the menu settings.
(1 ) Press CUSTOM PRESET to display the CUSTOM PRESET menu in standby or
memory mode.
( 2 ) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET, then press the dial.
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Advanced Recording Operations
Presetting the adjustment for picture
quality – Custom preset
You can preset the camcorder to record the picture with the desired pict\
ure quality.
When presetting, adjust the picture by shooting a subject and checking t\
he picture
displayed on a TV using the menu settings.
(1 ) Press CUSTOM PRESET to display the CUSTOM PRESET menu in standby or
memory mode.
( 2 ) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET, then press the dial.
( 4 )...")
57 Advanced Recording Operations Presetting the adjustment for picture quality – Custom preset You can preset the camcorder to record the picture with the desired pict\ ure quality. When presetting, adjust the picture by shooting a subject and checking t\ he picture displayed on a TV using the menu settings. (1 ) Press CUSTOM PRESET to display the CUSTOM PRESET menu in standby or memory mode. ( 2 ) Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. ( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET, then press the dial. ( 4 )...
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Presetting the adjustment for picture quality
Items to be adjusted
Item
COLOR LVL
SHARPNESS
WB SHIFT
AGC LIMIT
RESET
To cancel using the custom presetSelect OFF in step 4, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
To return to the standard settingSelect OK from the RESET item in step 5, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC d\
ial. To
cancel, select RETURN, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
To check the custom preset settingPress CUSTOM PRESET while the camcorder is in standby, recording or memo\
ry
mode.
The...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/60315/w300_DSR-PD170_d-57.png "Page 58
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Presetting the adjustment for picture quality
Items to be adjusted
Item
COLOR LVL
SHARPNESS
WB SHIFT
AGC LIMIT
RESET
To cancel using the custom presetSelect OFF in step 4, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
To return to the standard settingSelect OK from the RESET item in step 5, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC d\
ial. To
cancel, select RETURN, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
To check the custom preset settingPress CUSTOM PRESET while the camcorder is in standby, recording or memo\
ry
mode.
The...")
58 Presetting the adjustment for picture quality Items to be adjusted Item COLOR LVL SHARPNESS WB SHIFT AGC LIMIT RESET To cancel using the custom presetSelect OFF in step 4, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. To return to the standard settingSelect OK from the RESET item in step 5, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC d\ ial. To cancel, select RETURN, then press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. To check the custom preset settingPress CUSTOM PRESET while the camcorder is in standby, recording or memo\ ry mode. The...
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Advanced Recording Operations
Focusing manually
You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the follo\
wing cases:
•The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting–subjects through glass coated with water droplets
– horizontal stripes
– subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls and sky
•When you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground t\
o a subject in the
background
• Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod
(1 ) Slide FOCUS down to...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/60315/w300_DSR-PD170_d-58.png "Page 59
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Advanced Recording Operations
Focusing manually
You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the follo\
wing cases:
•The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting–subjects through glass coated with water droplets
– horizontal stripes
– subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls and sky
•When you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground t\
o a subject in the
background
• Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod
(1 ) Slide FOCUS down to...")
59 Advanced Recording Operations Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the follo\ wing cases: •The autofocus mode is not effective when shooting–subjects through glass coated with water droplets – horizontal stripes – subjects with little contrast with backgrounds such as walls and sky •When you want to change the focus from a subject in the foreground t\ o a subject in the background • Shooting a stationary subject when using a tripod (1 ) Slide FOCUS down to...
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Interval recording
You can make a time-lapse recording by
setting the camcorder to automatically record
and standby sequentially. You can achieve an
excellent recording for flowering, emergence,
etc., with this function.
[a ]Recording time
[ b ]Waiting time
(1 ) Press MENU to display the menu in standby mode.
( 2 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
, then press the dial.
( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INT. REC, then press the dial.
( 4 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET,...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/60315/w300_DSR-PD170_d-59.png "Page 60
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Interval recording
You can make a time-lapse recording by
setting the camcorder to automatically record
and standby sequentially. You can achieve an
excellent recording for flowering, emergence,
etc., with this function.
[a ]Recording time
[ b ]Waiting time
(1 ) Press MENU to display the menu in standby mode.
( 2 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select
, then press the dial.
( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INT. REC, then press the dial.
( 4 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET,...")
60 Interval recording You can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering, emergence, etc., with this function. [a ]Recording time [ b ]Waiting time (1 ) Press MENU to display the menu in standby mode. ( 2 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select , then press the dial. ( 3 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select INT. REC, then press the dial. ( 4 ) Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to select SET,...