Sony DCR-IP1E Camcorder User Manual


 
Additional Information
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S200 (approx. 200Mbps)
S400 (approx. 400Mbps)
The baud rate is listed under “Specifications” in
the operating instructions of each piece of
device. It is also indicated near the i.LINK
interface on some device.
The maximum baud rate for device that does not
have any indication (such as this unit) is
“S100.”
The baud rate may differ from the indicated
value when the unit is connected to device with
a different maximum baud rate.
* What is Mbps?
Mbps stands for “megabits per second,” or the
amount of data that can be sent or received in 1
second. For example, a baud rate of 100 Mbps means
that 100 megabits of data can be sent in 1 second.
To use i.LINK functions on this unit
For details on how to dub when this unit is
connected to other video device having an
i.LINK (MICROMV Interface), See page 76,
77.
This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK
MICROMV Interface compatible device made
by Sony (e.g. a VAIO series personal computer)
as well as to video device.
Before connecting this unit to your computer,
make sure that application software supported
by this unit is already installed on your
computer.
Some i.LINK compatible video device such as
Digital Televisions, DVD recorders/players,
and DV recorders/players are not compatible
with MICROMV device because of the
differences in the signal specifications,
although they support the common MPEG2
format. Before connecting to other device, be
sure to confirm whether the device is
compatible with MICROMV device or not.
For details on precautions and compatible
application software, refer also to the operating
instructions for the device to be connected.
About the required i.LINK cable
Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable
(during MPEG2 dubbing).
i.LINK and are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
Maintenance and
precautions
On Camcorder use and care
• Do not use or store the camcorder in the
following locations.
–Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never
leave your camcorder exposed to
temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as
under direct sunlight, near heaters or in a
car parked in the sun. The camcorder may
malfunction or become deformed.
–Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
–Near strong radio waves or radiation. The
camcorder may not be able to record
properly.
–Near AM receivers and video equipment.
Noise may occur.
–Sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand or
dust gets in your camcorder, it may
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
–Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD
screen or the lens may be exposed to direct
sunlight. This damages the inside of the
LCD screen.
–Anywhere very humid.
• Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery
pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories
recommended in these operating instructions.
• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for
example, from rain or sea water. If your
camcorder gets wet, it may malfunction.
Sometimes this malfunction cannot be
repaired.
• If any solid object or liquid get inside the
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it
any further.
• Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock.
Be particularly careful of the lens.
• Keep the POWER switch setting to
(CHG)OFF when you are not using your
camcorder.