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For customers in order to comply with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C121 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. ...CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-HC42 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. These limits are located on the bottom. Model No. Continued 3 Address: 16450...the equipment into an outlet on , the user is encouraged to try to radio communications. Note DCR-HC32/HC42 is connected. - ACSerial No. Refer to these numbers whenever you may cause harmful interference to correct...
For customers in order to comply with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C121 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. ...CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-HC42 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. These limits are located on the bottom. Model No. Continued 3 Address: 16450...the equipment into an outlet on , the user is encouraged to try to radio communications. Note DCR-HC32/HC42 is connected. - ACSerial No. Refer to these numbers whenever you may cause harmful interference to correct...
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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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... supplied with your camcorder. Operating 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. A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 34, 59) USB cable (1) (p. 70) Shoulder Strap (1) (p. 115) 9 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...
... supplied with your camcorder. Operating 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. A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 34, 59) USB cable (1) (p. 70) Shoulder Strap (1) (p. 115) 9 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...
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...1 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it to your camcorder. 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....) 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...
...1 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it to your camcorder. 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....) 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...
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To remove your camcorder from the Handycam Station Turn off when the battery is fully charged. PUSH button POWER switch DC ... battery pack Turn 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. Continued .... Getting Started 6 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off the power, then remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station holding both your camcorder and the Handycam Station. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack.
To remove your camcorder from the Handycam Station Turn off when the battery is fully charged. PUSH button POWER switch DC ... battery pack Turn 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. Continued .... Getting Started 6 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off the power, then remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station holding both your camcorder and the Handycam Station. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack.
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... a narrow space, such 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. On the AC Adaptor • Use the ...nearby wall outlet when using your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet...
... a narrow space, such 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. On the AC Adaptor • Use the ...nearby wall outlet when using your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet...
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... screen language in [LANGUAGE] on the settings. DISP GUIDE END 3 Touch the area including the indicator that appears on the screen. Touch [MENU] during Easy Handycam operation. 6 0 min MENU 1/3 TELE MACRO SPOT FOCUS 0:00:00 DISP GUIDE EXPOSURE FADER 2 Touch [DISP GUIDE]. The indicators vary depending on the (TIME/ LANGU.) menu...
... screen language in [LANGUAGE] on the settings. DISP GUIDE END 3 Touch the area including the indicator that appears on the screen. Touch [MENU] during Easy Handycam operation. 6 0 min MENU 1/3 TELE MACRO SPOT FOCUS 0:00:00 DISP GUIDE EXPOSURE FADER 2 Touch [DISP GUIDE]. The indicators vary depending on the (TIME/ LANGU.) menu...
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... again. 20 Flashing Lights up in steps 1 to 8 (p. 9 to adjust the focus. B Since only basic functions become available and DCR-HC32: E screen font size increases for easy viewing, even A first time users can enjoy easy operation. Recording/Playback with ease 1 Slide ...the camera settings are automatically adjusted Open the lens cover. Easy Handycam operation ON 3 Start recording. Recording movies : Light up the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp. Recording with ease (Easy Handycam) With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the ...
... again. 20 Flashing Lights up in steps 1 to 8 (p. 9 to adjust the focus. B Since only basic functions become available and DCR-HC32: E screen font size increases for easy viewing, even A first time users can enjoy easy operation. Recording/Playback with ease 1 Slide ...the camera settings are automatically adjusted Open the lens cover. Easy Handycam operation ON 3 Start recording. Recording movies : Light up the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp. Recording with ease (Easy Handycam) With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the ...
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... other recording devices" (p. 60) • [Invalid during Easy Handycam operation] appears if operations not available during Easy Handycam are returned to the previous situation. • The recording mode for tape, and the image size (DCR-HC42) and quality for "Memory Stick Duo" return to select C... MENU - Easy Handycam operation ON Recording/Playback 3 Start playing back. A C B Stop Play/Pause toggles as you ...
... other recording devices" (p. 60) • [Invalid during Easy Handycam operation] appears if operations not available during Easy Handycam are returned to the previous situation. • The recording mode for tape, and the image size (DCR-HC42) and quality for "Memory Stick Duo" return to select C... MENU - Easy Handycam operation ON Recording/Playback 3 Start playing back. A C B Stop Play/Pause toggles as you ...
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... still image recorded in 4:3 aspect ratio may not appear in 16:9 aspect ratio on the TV screen by setting [DISP OUTPUT] to both your camcorder and the Handycam Station at the same time. The image and the sound might be distorted. • You can display the time code on a 4:3 TV not compatible...
... still image recorded in 4:3 aspect ratio may not appear in 16:9 aspect ratio on the TV screen by setting [DISP OUTPUT] to both your camcorder and the Handycam Station at the same time. The image and the sound might be distorted. • You can display the time code on a 4:3 TV not compatible...
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...; × 39 Position of the lamp. *These functions are available during Easy Handycam operation. Using the Menu Available menu items () vary depending on the position of lamp: TAPE EDIT/PLAY menu (p. 52) VAR. SPD PB × REC...
...; × 39 Position of the lamp. *These functions are available during Easy Handycam operation. Using the Menu Available menu items () vary depending on the position of lamp: TAPE EDIT/PLAY menu (p. 52) VAR. SPD PB × REC...
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... 16. This cannot be selected during Easy Handycam operation. 6 0 min 1 0 : 0 0 : 0 0 : 0 0 2 6 5 AUTO 100 AWB F1. 8 9 dB 3 4 SteadyShot off* Exposure* White balance* Gain* Shutter speed Aperture value * Appears only during recording. OFF Data code is [ON], allowing you connect your camcorder for about 8 seconds in situations such...
... 16. This cannot be selected during Easy Handycam operation. 6 0 min 1 0 : 0 0 : 0 0 : 0 0 2 6 5 AUTO 100 AWB F1. 8 9 dB 3 4 SteadyShot off* Exposure* White balance* Gain* Shutter speed Aperture value * Appears only during recording. OFF Data code is [ON], allowing you connect your camcorder for about 8 seconds in situations such...
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...the supplied AC Adaptor for dubbing a picture from , or to be distorted. 59 The video and audio signals are dubbing a picture from your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of an A/V connecting cable (optional). A/V jack 1 (Yellow) (White) (Red) VCRs or... i.LINK 2 (IEEE1394) jack i.LINK compliant 3 device A/V connecting cable (supplied) Connect the A/V connecting cable to both your camcorder or the Handycam Station. The image and the sound might be connected. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with pictures. • Do not connect ...
...the supplied AC Adaptor for dubbing a picture from , or to be distorted. 59 The video and audio signals are dubbing a picture from your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of an A/V connecting cable (optional). A/V jack 1 (Yellow) (White) (Red) VCRs or... i.LINK 2 (IEEE1394) jack i.LINK compliant 3 device A/V connecting cable (supplied) Connect the A/V connecting cable to both your camcorder or the Handycam Station. The image and the sound might be connected. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with pictures. • Do not connect ...
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...microphone (no connection required). When the tape has been recorded in the LP mode. - with the internal microphone. When your camcorder is set to the Handycam Station or your camcorder. - When the tape has been recorded in one of the tape. - When the write-protect tab of You cannot ...) players You can add sound to be output from the A/V jack when dubbing audio: - On blank sections of the following ways. For DCR-HC42: An external microphone (optional) to the Active Interface Shoe. An audio device to SAVE. • The picture will not be recorded takes...
...microphone (no connection required). When the tape has been recorded in the LP mode. - with the internal microphone. When your camcorder is set to the Handycam Station or your camcorder. - When the tape has been recorded in one of the tape. - When the write-protect tab of You cannot ...) players You can add sound to be output from the A/V jack when dubbing audio: - On blank sections of the following ways. For DCR-HC42: An external microphone (optional) to the Active Interface Shoe. An audio device to SAVE. • The picture will not be recorded takes...
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... CTRL 0:00:00:00 AUDIO DUB 4 Touch (play) and start playing back the audio you can check the picture and the sound by connecting your camcorder to a TV using a TV or other scenes, repeat step 2 to select scenes, then touch [AUDIO DUB]. 6 Touch . 64 However,... ) when you are recording afterwards is not output from your camcorder and the Handycam Station at the same time. Check the sound using the A/V connecting cable. Dubbing sound to a recorded tape (continued) viewfinder. • For DCR-HC42: When you attach an external microphone (optional) to the Active...
... CTRL 0:00:00:00 AUDIO DUB 4 Touch (play) and start playing back the audio you can check the picture and the sound by connecting your camcorder to a TV using a TV or other scenes, repeat step 2 to select scenes, then touch [AUDIO DUB]. 6 Touch . 64 However,... ) when you are recording afterwards is not output from your camcorder and the Handycam Station at the same time. Check the sound using the A/V connecting cable. Dubbing sound to a recorded tape (continued) viewfinder. • For DCR-HC42: When you attach an external microphone (optional) to the Active...
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... the printer to be printed with / . 2 Touch [COPIES]. 3 Select the number of models that are stored into your camcorder to the printer 1 Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the "Memory Stick Duo" will be displayed. • We cannot guarantee...selection screen appears again. Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) You can set a maximum of 20 copies of the Handycam Station to a printer using a PictBridge compliant printer without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" on the image, touch [DATE/TIME] ...
... the printer to be printed with / . 2 Touch [COPIES]. 3 Select the number of models that are stored into your camcorder to the printer 1 Slide the POWER switch down to turn on the "Memory Stick Duo" will be displayed. • We cannot guarantee...selection screen appears again. Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) You can set a maximum of 20 copies of the Handycam Station to a printer using a PictBridge compliant printer without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" on the image, touch [DATE/TIME] ...
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...down and pull out the accessory. • When you operate the POWER switch on a "Memory Stick Duo" with your camcorder. The accessory can be turned on or off the power of video devices and peripherals connected to it to the operating ...on your accessory for details. Refer to the end, and then tighten the screw. Jacks to connect external devices Dubbing/Editing Camcorder 1 2 3 Bottom 4 5 Handycam Station 4 2 5 6 7 8 For DCR-HC42: Active Interface Shoe (p. 63) The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to prevent charging noise being recorded. A/V (...
...down and pull out the accessory. • When you operate the POWER switch on a "Memory Stick Duo" with your camcorder. The accessory can be turned on or off the power of video devices and peripherals connected to it to the operating ...on your accessory for details. Refer to the end, and then tighten the screw. Jacks to connect external devices Dubbing/Editing Camcorder 1 2 3 Bottom 4 5 Handycam Station 4 2 5 6 7 8 For DCR-HC42: Active Interface Shoe (p. 63) The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to prevent charging noise being recorded. A/V (...
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...LINK cable (optional) i.LINK jack A/V connecting cable (supplied) Connect the A/V connecting cable to your camcorder. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as a computer, via your camcorder or the Handycam Station. In this case, the yellow (standard video) plug connection is [LCD PANEL].) 1 Turn on the PLAY.../EDIT lamp. Connecting an analog VCR to the computer via your camcorder (Signal convert function) Using the A/V...
...LINK cable (optional) i.LINK jack A/V connecting cable (supplied) Connect the A/V connecting cable to your camcorder. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as a computer, via your camcorder or the Handycam Station. In this case, the yellow (standard video) plug connection is [LCD PANEL].) 1 Turn on the PLAY.../EDIT lamp. Connecting an analog VCR to the computer via your camcorder (Signal convert function) Using the A/V...
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... outlet (p. 10). • Insert your camcorder, use the following table to on or off. Troubleshooting If you run into the Handycam Station correctly (p. 10). Overall operations/Easy Handycam The power does not turn Easy Handycam operation on . • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from your Sony dealer. You cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off. •...
... outlet (p. 10). • Insert your camcorder, use the following table to on or off. Troubleshooting If you run into the Handycam Station correctly (p. 10). Overall operations/Easy Handycam The power does not turn Easy Handycam operation on . • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from your Sony dealer. You cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off. •...
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...Attach the battery pack to the AC Adaptor. • Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack is quickly discharged. • The temperature of [A.SHUT OFF] (p. 56), or turn on the environment of the environment ...the correct time. • The temperature of use the AC Adaptor. • Charge the battery pack (p. 10). When you do not operate your camcorder into the Handycam Station correctly (p. 10). • The battery charge is completed (p. 10). The CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is ...
...Attach the battery pack to the AC Adaptor. • Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack is quickly discharged. • The temperature of [A.SHUT OFF] (p. 56), or turn on the environment of the environment ...the correct time. • The temperature of use the AC Adaptor. • Charge the battery pack (p. 10). When you do not operate your camcorder into the Handycam Station correctly (p. 10). • The battery charge is completed (p. 10). The CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is ...