This document is a user guide for Sony Digital Video Camera Recorder 2. It introduces the features and usage of the product.
The guide provides system requirements, installation steps, and connection methods for using the Picture Package software that comes with Sony camcorders. It covers both Windows and Macintosh environments, detailing required operating systems, hardware specifications, and additional software such as DirectX, QuickTime, and Flash Player.
Instructions include connecting the camcorder via USB or i.LINK, copying pictures from a Memory Stick, creating videos, slide shows, and burning images to CD‑R. Legal notices about trademarks, copyrights, and software licensing are also included.
| Supported Windows operating systems | Windows 98SE, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional |
|---|---|
| CPU (Windows) | Intel Pentium III 500 MHz or faster (800 MHz recommended) |
| Memory (Windows) | 64 MB or more |
| Hard‑disk space (installation) | 200 MB minimum, 6 GB recommended |
| Display requirements | 4 MB VRAM video card, minimum 800 × 600, 16‑bit color (65 000 colors) |
| Sound system | 16‑bit stereo sound card and stereo speakers |
| Required ports | USB (standard), DV Interface (IEEE 1394, i.LINK) |
The software runs on Windows 98SE, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows XP Home Edition, and Windows XP Professional.
Connect the camcorder to the computer with the supplied USB cable (or i.LINK cable) and use the Picture Package software to transfer the pictures automatically.