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... 92127 U.S.A. Operation is connected. - Note DCR-HC32/HC42 is no guarantee that any questions about this product, you call : Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222SONY (7669). However, there is to be used in this equipment. Refer to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on, the user is for a digital device pursuant to operate this manual could void your Sony dealer...
... 92127 U.S.A. Operation is connected. - Note DCR-HC32/HC42 is no guarantee that any questions about this product, you call : Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222SONY (7669). However, there is to be used in this equipment. Refer to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on, the user is for a digital device pursuant to operate this manual could void your Sony dealer...
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Functions used for recording/playback, etc. 1 2 For DCR-HC42: 4 5 6 For DCR-HC32: 4 5 6 24 Recording To use zoom Move the power zoom lever slightly for telephoto. • You can set [DIGITAL ZOOM] if you want to zoom to a level greater than the following (p 44): - 20 times (DCR-HC32) - 12 times (DCR-HC42) To record in dark places (NightShot plus Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( and ["NIGHTSHOT PLUS"] appear.) • To record an image brighter, use Super NightShot...
Functions used for recording/playback, etc. 1 2 For DCR-HC42: 4 5 6 For DCR-HC32: 4 5 6 24 Recording To use zoom Move the power zoom lever slightly for telephoto. • You can set [DIGITAL ZOOM] if you want to zoom to a level greater than the following (p 44): - 20 times (DCR-HC32) - 12 times (DCR-HC42) To record in dark places (NightShot plus Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( and ["NIGHTSHOT PLUS"] appear.) • To record an image brighter, use Super NightShot...
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... magnify pictures from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. Play back the picture you want to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw. Recording/Playback To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to the lens side (). 2 1 Playback To play back the images in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (...
... magnify pictures from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. Play back the picture you want to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw. Recording/Playback To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to the lens side (). 2 1 Playback To play back the images in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (...
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.../Rec review display switch button (31) Personal Menu button (36) On a "Memory Stick Duo" A B C D E Recording folder (47) Recording capacity (approx.) Movie size (46) Recording start indicator (appears for about 5 seconds) Review button (22) P-MENU qs 7 Recording folder (47) Image size (22 , 45) Quality ([FINE] or [STD]) (45) "Memory Stick Duo" indicator and the number of images that can check them as [DATA CODE] during playback The date/time data and the camera setting data...
.../Rec review display switch button (31) Personal Menu button (36) On a "Memory Stick Duo" A B C D E Recording folder (47) Recording capacity (approx.) Movie size (46) Recording start indicator (appears for about 5 seconds) Review button (22) P-MENU qs 7 Recording folder (47) Image size (22 , 45) Quality ([FINE] or [STD]) (45) "Memory Stick Duo" indicator and the number of images that can check them as [DATA CODE] during playback The date/time data and the camera setting data...
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... this time. To return to the normal setting, set to [NORMAL] when you disconnect the power source from your camcorder changes depending on the screen. To cancel [COLOR SLOW S], touch [OFF]. • The shutter speed of your camcorder for more faithful to record still images. The motion of the picture may slow down at this way. The motion of the picture may slow down , touch [RESET]. NS LIGHT (NightShot Light) When using [NS LIGHT] is...
... this time. To return to the normal setting, set to [NORMAL] when you disconnect the power source from your camcorder changes depending on the screen. To cancel [COLOR SLOW S], touch [OFF]. • The shutter speed of your camcorder for more faithful to record still images. The motion of the picture may slow down at this way. The motion of the picture may slow down , touch [RESET]. NS LIGHT (NightShot Light) When using [NS LIGHT] is...
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... a desired interval time (1 to externally input pictures. This function is slowed down. SEPIA Pictures appear in black and white. SMTH INT. These pictures appear smooth when played back. PICT.APPLI. Also, you cannot output playback pictures edited with digital effects via the DV Interface. • You can save pictures edited using special effects on a "Memory Stick Duo" (p. 62) or record them on the tape in your camcorder to pictures. • For DCR-HC42: You cannot...
... a desired interval time (1 to externally input pictures. This function is slowed down. SEPIA Pictures appear in black and white. SMTH INT. These pictures appear smooth when played back. PICT.APPLI. Also, you cannot output playback pictures edited with digital effects via the DV Interface. • You can save pictures edited using special effects on a "Memory Stick Duo" (p. 62) or record them on the tape in your camcorder to pictures. • For DCR-HC42: You cannot...
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... sound normally. • You need a compatible accessory such as the ECM-HQP1 microphone (optional) to record the sound in the [WIDE STEREO] setting. • Sound is recorded in the [STEREO] setting if the microphone is not connected, even if another setting is selected. • The [AUDIO MODE] setting returns to 1.5 times the SP mode (Long Play). • If you disconnect the external microphone while recording, or change the setting from your camcorder for details on a cassette...
... sound normally. • You need a compatible accessory such as the ECM-HQP1 microphone (optional) to record the sound in the [WIDE STEREO] setting. • Sound is recorded in the [STEREO] setting if the microphone is not connected, even if another setting is selected. • The [AUDIO MODE] setting returns to 1.5 times the SP mode (Long Play). • If you disconnect the external microphone while recording, or change the setting from your camcorder for details on a cassette...
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... set to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you input the picture from the other device via A/V connecting cable. VIDEO Connects via the USB cable. USB-CAMERA You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder. NORMAL Standard brightness. TV TYPE (DCR-HC42) See page 34. Low intensity High intensity VF B.LIGHT You can view the pictures displayed on the screen of your camcorder...
... set to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you input the picture from the other device via A/V connecting cable. VIDEO Connects via the USB cable. USB-CAMERA You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder. NORMAL Standard brightness. TV TYPE (DCR-HC42) See page 34. Low intensity High intensity VF B.LIGHT You can view the pictures displayed on the screen of your camcorder...
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...57814; AUTO Displays the remaining tape indicator for a picture recorded using a flash (optional). • In the DATE/TIME data display, the date and time are played back. • appears for about 8 seconds in situations such as those described below ) Displays camera setting data. USB STREAM Displays pictures saved on the "Memory Stick Duo." REC LAMP (Recording lamp) The camera recording lamp will appear. DATA CODE Displays information recorded automatically (data code) during recording when you connect your camcorder to a PictBridge compliant printer via a USB cable...
...57814; AUTO Displays the remaining tape indicator for a picture recorded using a flash (optional). • In the DATE/TIME data display, the date and time are played back. • appears for about 8 seconds in situations such as those described below ) Displays camera setting data. USB STREAM Displays pictures saved on the "Memory Stick Duo." REC LAMP (Recording lamp) The camera recording lamp will appear. DATA CODE Displays information recorded automatically (data code) during recording when you connect your camcorder to a PictBridge compliant printer via a USB cable...
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... operating instructions supplied with your recording device for recording. Indicators - [PICT. EFFECT] (p. 60 See page 59 for connection details. 2 Prepare your camcorder for recording. Insert the recorded cassette. If your recording device has an input selector, set it on your camcorder to other camcorder. • To record the date/time and camera settings data, display them on the screen (p. 55). • When connected using an i.LINK cable (optional), the recorded picture becomes rough when a picture is finished, stop your camcorder as a recording device...
... operating instructions supplied with your recording device for recording. Indicators - [PICT. EFFECT] (p. 60 See page 59 for connection details. 2 Prepare your camcorder for recording. Insert the recorded cassette. If your recording device has an input selector, set it on your camcorder to other camcorder. • To record the date/time and camera settings data, display them on the screen (p. 55). • When connected using an i.LINK cable (optional), the recorded picture becomes rough when a picture is finished, stop your camcorder as a recording device...
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... the power of the external flash to prevent charging noise being recorded. A/V (audio/video) jack (p. 34, 59, 80) LANC jack (blue) • The LANC control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video devices and peripherals connected to it to optional accessories such as you use the USB connection. 69 For DCR-HC32: Accessory shoe • Remove the shoe cover when you operate the POWER switch on...
... the power of the external flash to prevent charging noise being recorded. A/V (audio/video) jack (p. 34, 59, 80) LANC jack (blue) • The LANC control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video devices and peripherals connected to it to optional accessories such as you use the USB connection. 69 For DCR-HC32: Accessory shoe • Remove the shoe cover when you operate the POWER switch on...
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...") are the copyrighted work of the respective owners thereof and are protected by applicable laws, you are not permitted to use (including, without limitation, copying, modifying, reproducing, uploading, transmitting or placing to the external network accessible to use the Music Contents. License of "First Step Guide" is recommended. For inquires about this software Pixela User Support Center Pixela Home Page Windows: http://www...
...") are the copyrighted work of the respective owners thereof and are protected by applicable laws, you are not permitted to use (including, without limitation, copying, modifying, reproducing, uploading, transmitting or placing to the external network accessible to use the Music Contents. License of "First Step Guide" is recommended. For inquires about this software Pixela User Support Center Pixela Home Page Windows: http://www...
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... white and red plugs (left/right audio) and S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of your camcorder down to a digital device, such as a computer, via your camcorder. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source. 3 On the LCD screen, touch [MENU] (STANDARD SET) [A/VDV OUT] [ON] . The A/V jack accepts analog signals. A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional), pictures can be installed on your computer beforehand. Set [DISP OUTPUT...
... white and red plugs (left/right audio) and S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of your camcorder down to a digital device, such as a computer, via your camcorder. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source. 3 On the LCD screen, touch [MENU] (STANDARD SET) [A/VDV OUT] [ON] . The A/V jack accepts analog signals. A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional), pictures can be installed on your computer beforehand. Set [DISP OUTPUT...
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...; Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 112). No sound or only a low sound is heard. • Set [MULTI-SOUND] to [STEREO] (p. 53). • Turn up the volume (p. 23). • Adjust [AUDIO MIX] from the [ST2] (additional sound) side until the sound is displayed on a tape with a 4ch microphone (4CH MIC REC). The displayed pictures are playing was recorded in the beginning or middle of your camcorder (NTSC). Your camcorder is displayed on the screen. • The tape was recorded...
...; Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 112). No sound or only a low sound is heard. • Set [MULTI-SOUND] to [STEREO] (p. 53). • Turn up the volume (p. 23). • Adjust [AUDIO MIX] from the [ST2] (additional sound) side until the sound is displayed on a tape with a 4ch microphone (4CH MIC REC). The displayed pictures are playing was recorded in the beginning or middle of your camcorder (NTSC). Your camcorder is displayed on the screen. • The tape was recorded...
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... "Memory Stick Duo" during camcorder operations such as tape playback or editing. Follow the procedure below are already installed, right-click them, then click [Remove] to delete them. The image does not appear on the screen of the USB driver was completed. Troubleshooting You cannot view the pictures recorded on a tape on a Macintosh computer. • When you connect your camcorder before the installation of the Windows computer when using the USB cable. • The USB driver has...
... "Memory Stick Duo" during camcorder operations such as tape playback or editing. Follow the procedure below are already installed, right-click them, then click [Remove] to delete them. The image does not appear on the screen of the USB driver was completed. Troubleshooting You cannot view the pictures recorded on a tape on a Macintosh computer. • When you connect your camcorder before the installation of the Windows computer when using the USB cable. • The USB driver has...
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... USB Device] in the [Universal Serial Bus Controller] folder For copying and viewing pictures recorded on a "Memory Stick Duo" - [? Sony DSC] with a "?" Sony Handycam] or [? Sony Handycam] and [? Sony DSC] may cause a malfunction of your camcorder is connected to install the USB driver again. 1 Double-click [My Computer]. 2 Right-click [PICTUREPACKAGE] (Disc drive)*. * Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer. 3 Click [Open]. 4 Double-click [Driver]. 5 Double-click [Setup.exe]. • Deleting anything other than [USB Audio Device], [USB Device], [USB...
... USB Device] in the [Universal Serial Bus Controller] folder For copying and viewing pictures recorded on a "Memory Stick Duo" - [? Sony DSC] with a "?" Sony Handycam] or [? Sony Handycam] and [? Sony DSC] may cause a malfunction of your camcorder is connected to install the USB driver again. 1 Double-click [My Computer]. 2 Right-click [PICTUREPACKAGE] (Disc drive)*. * Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer. 3 Click [Open]. 4 Double-click [Driver]. 5 Double-click [Setup.exe]. • Deleting anything other than [USB Audio Device], [USB Device], [USB...
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...; [Device Manager] [View] [Devices by type]. 5 If the devices below and try to install the USB driver again. 1 Double-click [My Computer]. 2 Right-click [PICTUREPACKAGE] (Disc drive)*. * Drive names (such as Administrator. 1 Check that your camcorder is connected to the Windows computer. • Display pictures recorded on the computer. 3 Click [Open]. 4 Double-click [Driver]. 5 Double-click [Setup.exe]. • Deleting anything other than [USB Composite Device], [USB Audio Device], [Composite USB Device], [? Sony Handycam] and [? Troubleshooting 3 Click [Open...
...; [Device Manager] [View] [Devices by type]. 5 If the devices below and try to install the USB driver again. 1 Double-click [My Computer]. 2 Right-click [PICTUREPACKAGE] (Disc drive)*. * Drive names (such as Administrator. 1 Check that your camcorder is connected to the Windows computer. • Display pictures recorded on the computer. 3 Click [Open]. 4 Double-click [Driver]. 5 Double-click [Setup.exe]. • Deleting anything other than [USB Composite Device], [USB Audio Device], [Composite USB Device], [? Sony Handycam] and [? Troubleshooting 3 Click [Open...
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... another video camera connected to cause a malfunction of the picture or the sound. Labeling position After using [END SEARCH] (p. 31) before you try to place the label only on a cassette with a cotton-wool swab after every 10 times it records. Gold-plated connector 106 is not compatible with cassettes with the mark. Notes on use mini DV format cassettes only. Your camcorder is a trademark. Use a cassette with Cassette Memory...
... another video camera connected to cause a malfunction of the picture or the sound. Labeling position After using [END SEARCH] (p. 31) before you try to place the label only on a cassette with a cotton-wool swab after every 10 times it records. Gold-plated connector 106 is not compatible with cassettes with the mark. Notes on use mini DV format cassettes only. Your camcorder is a trademark. Use a cassette with Cassette Memory...
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Types of your camcorder. - The file extension is ".JPG." • Movie format: Your camcorder compresses and records picture data in your camcorder. MOV00001: This file name appears on the screen on the device to be used. *3 "MagicGate" is a copyright protection technology that support high speed data transfer. MOV00001.MPG: This file name appears on the display of a computer. • A "Memory Stick Duo" formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does...
Types of your camcorder. - The file extension is ".JPG." • Movie format: Your camcorder compresses and records picture data in your camcorder. MOV00001: This file name appears on the screen on the device to be used. *3 "MagicGate" is a copyright protection technology that support high speed data transfer. MOV00001.MPG: This file name appears on the display of a computer. • A "Memory Stick Duo" formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does...
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... user support center .... 76 Playback 23 Double speed 52 Frame 52 Reverse 52 Slow 52 Playing time 12 PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) ... 40 Power cord 9 POWER switch 14 Previous/Next image button 29 Print 67 Print mark 66 PROGRAM AE 40, 91 P.MENU .... menu (Picture Application menu 48 PICT. See Personal Menu R Rechargeable battery pack See Battery Recording 22 Recording capacity 28 Cassette 28 Memory Stick 28 Recording time 12, 46 REC CTRL (Recording control 61 REC FOLDER (Recording folder 47 REC LAMP 55 REC...
... user support center .... 76 Playback 23 Double speed 52 Frame 52 Reverse 52 Slow 52 Playing time 12 PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) ... 40 Power cord 9 POWER switch 14 Previous/Next image button 29 Print 67 Print mark 66 PROGRAM AE 40, 91 P.MENU .... menu (Picture Application menu 48 PICT. See Personal Menu R Rechargeable battery pack See Battery Recording 22 Recording capacity 28 Cassette 28 Memory Stick 28 Recording time 12, 46 REC CTRL (Recording control 61 REC FOLDER (Recording folder 47 REC LAMP 55 REC...
