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... may be copyrighted. On recording • Before starting to record, test the recording function to the copyright laws. 4 To view your camcorder to another device with a USB or i.LINK cable, be sure to malfunction. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to make sure...may cause a malfunction of the sun only in any problems. • Compensation for using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Doing so might cause your camcorder to insert the connector plug in the wrong direction, the terminal may be damaged, or this ...
... may be copyrighted. On recording • Before starting to record, test the recording function to the copyright laws. 4 To view your camcorder to another device with a USB or i.LINK cable, be sure to malfunction. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to make sure...may cause a malfunction of the sun only in any problems. • Compensation for using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Doing so might cause your camcorder to insert the connector plug in the wrong direction, the terminal may be damaged, or this ...
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... equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 16). • The illustrations used for illustrating the operating procedures. The number value indicates the amount of a Carl Zeiss lens. * MTF... are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different. • The on-screen displays in each local language are based on the model DCR-HC42.
... equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 16). • The illustrations used for illustrating the operating procedures. The number value indicates the amount of a Carl Zeiss lens. * MTF... are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different. • The on-screen displays in each local language are based on the model DCR-HC42.
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...Contents Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 9 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 10 Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ...........14 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder 15 Step 5: Using the touch panel 16 Changing the ...a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo 18 Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-HC42 19 Recording/Playback Recording/Playback with ease (Easy Handycam 20 Recording 22 Playback 23 Functions used for recording/playback, etc 24 Recording To use zoom To record in dark places...
...Contents Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 9 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 10 Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ...........14 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder 15 Step 5: Using the touch panel 16 Changing the ...a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo 18 Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-HC42 19 Recording/Playback Recording/Playback with ease (Easy Handycam 20 Recording 22 Playback 23 Functions used for recording/playback, etc 24 Recording To use zoom To record in dark places...
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... Settings while recording on a TV 34 Using the Menu Using the menu items 36 Menu items 38 CAMERA SET menu 40 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/ WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.) MEMORY SET menu 45 Settings for a scene by date of the most recent recording (END SEARCH...
... Settings while recording on a TV 34 Using the Menu Using the menu items 36 Menu items 38 CAMERA SET menu 40 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/ WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.) MEMORY SET menu 45 Settings for a scene by date of the most recent recording (END SEARCH...
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... a DVD (Direct Access to "Click to DVD 77 Connecting an analog VCR to the computer via your camcorder (Signal convert function 80 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 82 Warning indicators and messages 100 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 105 Usable cassette tapes 106 About the "Memory Stick 107 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 109...
... a DVD (Direct Access to "Click to DVD 77 Connecting an analog VCR to the computer via your camcorder (Signal convert function 80 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 82 Warning indicators and messages 100 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 105 Usable cassette tapes 106 About the "Memory Stick 107 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 109...
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... Guide (This manual) (1) Getting Started Handycam Station (1) (p. 10) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 32) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 10) Power cord (1) (p. 10) Rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 10, 109) NP-FP30 (DCR-HC32) NP-FP50 (DCR-HC42) CD-ROM "Picture Package Ver.1.5" (1) (p. 70) Shoe cover (1) Attached to the camcorder. The number in the parentheses...
... Guide (This manual) (1) Getting Started Handycam Station (1) (p. 10) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 32) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 10) Power cord (1) (p. 10) Rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 10, 109) NP-FP30 (DCR-HC32) NP-FP50 (DCR-HC42) CD-ROM "Picture Package Ver.1.5" (1) (p. 70) Shoe cover (1) Attached to the camcorder. The number in the parentheses...
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With the mark facing up and charging starts. • When inserting the camcorder into the Handycam Station securely, all the way to the bottom. CHG (charge) lamp 2 Slide the POWER switch up to OFF (CHG). (The default setting.) The CHG (charge) ...lamp lights up DC IN jack 4 Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. 5 Insert the camcorder into the Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover. 10 Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (P series) (p. 109) after attaching...
With the mark facing up and charging starts. • When inserting the camcorder into the Handycam Station securely, all the way to the bottom. CHG (charge) lamp 2 Slide the POWER switch up to OFF (CHG). (The default setting.) The CHG (charge) ...lamp lights up DC IN jack 4 Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. 5 Insert the camcorder into the Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover. 10 Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (P series) (p. 109) after attaching...
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.... To remove the battery pack Turn off the power, then remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station Turn off the power, then slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow while pressing the PUSH button. The battery pack will .... Getting Started 6 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off the power, then connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. • You can operate your camcorder connected to a power source such as a wall outlet as shown in the illustration. PUSH button POWER switch DC IN jack With the ...
.... To remove the battery pack Turn off the power, then remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station Turn off the power, then slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow while pressing the PUSH button. The battery pack will .... Getting Started 6 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off the power, then connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. • You can operate your camcorder connected to a power source such as a wall outlet as shown in the illustration. PUSH button POWER switch DC IN jack With the ...
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... placed in a narrow space, such as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F). (10 to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is recommended.) • The recording and playback time will be shorter... (p. 26) will not be supplied from the battery as long as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet immediately if any metallic objects. PRECAUTION • Even if your...
... placed in a narrow space, such as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F). (10 to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is recommended.) • The recording and playback time will be shorter... (p. 26) will not be supplied from the battery as long as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet immediately if any metallic objects. PRECAUTION • Even if your...
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...the direction of the arrow to turn on the respective lamp. When using it down while pressing the green button. LENS COVER switch 3 Put your camcorder firmly To record or play or edit pictures. 14 To turn on the CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERAMEMORY lamp, the current date and time will...; Set the LENS COVER switch to OFF, slide it for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 17). • When you leave your camcorder without any operation attempted for about 5 seconds. If the POWER switch is adjustable. CAMERA-MEMORY: To record on the respective lamp. PLAY/EDIT: To play...
...the direction of the arrow to turn on the respective lamp. When using it down while pressing the green button. LENS COVER switch 3 Put your camcorder firmly To record or play or edit pictures. 14 To turn on the CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERAMEMORY lamp, the current date and time will...; Set the LENS COVER switch to OFF, slide it for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 17). • When you leave your camcorder without any operation attempted for about 5 seconds. If the POWER switch is adjustable. CAMERA-MEMORY: To record on the respective lamp. PLAY/EDIT: To play...
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.... • If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side, you close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. For DCR-HC42: To darken the LCD screen Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until disappears. • See [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 53) to adjust the brightness... degrees (max.) 2 The viewfinder You can view images using the viewfinder (p. 48). 15 This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or where you can see the image in the viewfinder. Getting Started Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfi...
.... • If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side, you close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. For DCR-HC42: To darken the LCD screen Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until disappears. • See [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 53) to adjust the brightness... degrees (max.) 2 The viewfinder You can view images using the viewfinder (p. 48). 15 This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or where you can see the image in the viewfinder. Getting Started Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfi...
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...you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. • If you set it to step 4 when you do not use your... camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be ... SET -:--:-- Getting Started Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. 1 Touch 6 0 min [MENU]. -:--:--
...you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. • If you set it to step 4 when you do not use your... camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be ... SET -:--:-- Getting Started Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. 1 Touch 6 0 min [MENU]. -:--:--
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... cassette compartment automatically slides back in. Step 7: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo" Cassette tape when inserting a cassette tape. Do not shake or knock your camcorder is lit or flashing, your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack.
... cassette compartment automatically slides back in. Step 7: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo" Cassette tape when inserting a cassette tape. Do not shake or knock your camcorder is lit or flashing, your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack.
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... • 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 bright places. Therefore, do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects. • Adjust...The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus is hard to focus automatically. • Do not use Super NightShot plus function use zoom Move the power zoom lever slightly for recording/playback, etc. 1 2 For DCR-HC42: 4 5 6 For DCR-HC32: 4 5 6 24 Recording...
... • 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 bright places. Therefore, do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects. • Adjust...The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus is hard to focus automatically. • Do not use Super NightShot plus function use zoom Move the power zoom lever slightly for recording/playback, etc. 1 2 For DCR-HC42: 4 5 6 For DCR-HC32: 4 5 6 24 Recording...
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To record in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to display . To use PB zoom You can magnify pictures from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. ...
To record in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to display . To use PB zoom You can magnify pictures from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. ...
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... remote sensor to set the operation beep. Remaining battery (approx.) To turn off the operation confirmation beep See [BEEP] (p. 56) to operate your camcorder. Internal stereo microphone For DCR-HC42: When an external microphone is connected, the audio input from the external microphone takes precedence over others.
... remote sensor to set the operation beep. Remaining battery (approx.) To turn off the operation confirmation beep See [BEEP] (p. 56) to operate your camcorder. Internal stereo microphone For DCR-HC42: When an external microphone is connected, the audio input from the external microphone takes precedence over others.
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... not be divided into a maximum of the movie. wa ws 7 Data file name Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures in the camcorder, (STOP) changes to ("Memory Stick Duo" playback) if a tape is displayed and when there are multiple folders on the length of 60 scenes. Viewing movies...
... not be divided into a maximum of the movie. wa ws 7 Data file name Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures in the camcorder, (STOP) changes to ("Memory Stick Duo" playback) if a tape is displayed and when there are multiple folders on the length of 60 scenes. Viewing movies...
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... 6 0 min . The last scene of the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review) You can view about 5 seconds, and the camcorder enters the standby mode at the point where you stopped the tape. Reviewing the most recent recording is a blank section between recorded sections on the... the most recent recording (END SEARCH) [END SEARCH] will not work once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape. Then, your camcorder is not played back during the search. 1 Touch . 6 0 min STBY 0:00:00 EDIT 2 Touch and hold (to go backward)/ (to start . Touch . 6 0...
... 6 0 min . The last scene of the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review) You can view about 5 seconds, and the camcorder enters the standby mode at the point where you stopped the tape. Reviewing the most recent recording is a blank section between recorded sections on the... the most recent recording (END SEARCH) [END SEARCH] will not work once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape. Then, your camcorder is not played back during the search. 1 Touch . 6 0 min STBY 0:00:00 EDIT 2 Touch and hold (to go backward)/ (to start . Touch . 6 0...
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... the time code and the tape counter. • Zero set memory) 1 During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY at a point you want to operate your camcorder (p. 26). 32 • To change the battery, see page 114. The tape counter is reset to "0:00:00" and appears on . Playback starts from the...
... the time code and the tape counter. • Zero set memory) 1 During playback, press ZERO SET MEMORY at a point you want to operate your camcorder (p. 26). 32 • To change the battery, see page 114. The tape counter is reset to "0:00:00" and appears on . Playback starts from the...
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...not necessary. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be reproduced more faithfully than with the supplied A/V cable connection. For DCR-HC42: To set [TV TYPE] to the playback picture. Connect the white and red plugs (left/right audio) and S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO... Touch [MENU] (STANDARD SET) [TV TYPE] [16:9] or [4:3] . • When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, or via the S VIDEO jack, by using the supplied AC Adaptor for this case, the yellow (standard...
...not necessary. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be reproduced more faithfully than with the supplied A/V cable connection. For DCR-HC42: To set [TV TYPE] to the playback picture. Connect the white and red plugs (left/right audio) and S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO... Touch [MENU] (STANDARD SET) [TV TYPE] [16:9] or [4:3] . • When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, or via the S VIDEO jack, by using the supplied AC Adaptor for this case, the yellow (standard...