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...radio communications. Model No. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-HC96 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. "Operating Guide" (This manual) - Mini DV cassettes with the instructions,...Continued) Declaration of FCC Rules. Notes • DCR-HC46 is to be used with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C151 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. • DCR-HC96 is to be used with the limits for connecting the camcorder to a computer and using the supplied software ...
...radio communications. Model No. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-HC96 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. "Operating Guide" (This manual) - Mini DV cassettes with the instructions,...Continued) Declaration of FCC Rules. Notes • DCR-HC46 is to be used with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C151 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. • DCR-HC96 is to be used with the limits for connecting the camcorder to a computer and using the supplied software ...
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...with or (p. 124). Continued , 7 You can use in your camcorder.) Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor LCD panel Shoe cover (DCR-HC96) • The camcorder is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. See ...Viewfinder Battery pack "Memory Stick" (You cannot use it in your camcorder. • For DCR-HC46/HC96: Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the Handycam Station holding both the Handycam Station and the DC plug. • For DCR-HC46/HC96: Be sure to slide the POWER switch to insert the "...
...with or (p. 124). Continued , 7 You can use in your camcorder.) Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor LCD panel Shoe cover (DCR-HC96) • The camcorder is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. See ...Viewfinder Battery pack "Memory Stick" (You cannot use it in your camcorder. • For DCR-HC46/HC96: Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the Handycam Station holding both the Handycam Station and the DC plug. • For DCR-HC46/HC96: Be sure to slide the POWER switch to insert the "...
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...to record, test the recording function to make sure the picture and sound are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may cause malfunctions. • Do not aim at dusk. About this...into the lens. • For DCR-HC96: The lens for your camcorder. • Design and specifications of recording media and accessories are based on the model DCR-HC96. However, there may be contrary... of the sun only in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Unauthorized recording of a Carl Zeiss lens. Doing so might cause your camcorder if necessary (p. 69). • The ...
...to record, test the recording function to make sure the picture and sound are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may cause malfunctions. • Do not aim at dusk. About this...into the lens. • For DCR-HC96: The lens for your camcorder. • Design and specifications of recording media and accessories are based on the model DCR-HC96. However, there may be contrary... of the sun only in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Unauthorized recording of a Carl Zeiss lens. Doing so might cause your camcorder if necessary (p. 69). • The ...
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...5 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 12 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 13 Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ..........18 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder 20 Step 5: Using the touch panel 21 Changing the language setting 21 Checking the... tape or a "Memory Stick Duo 24 Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-HC46/HC96 26 Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam 28 Recording 30 Playback 31 Functions used for recording/playback, etc 32 Recording To use zoom To use the flash...
...5 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 12 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 13 Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ..........18 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder 20 Step 5: Using the touch panel 21 Changing the language setting 21 Checking the... tape or a "Memory Stick Duo 24 Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-HC46/HC96 26 Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam 28 Recording 30 Playback 31 Functions used for recording/playback, etc 32 Recording To use zoom To use the flash...
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... Playing the picture on a TV 42 Using the Menu Using the menu items 44 Menu items 46 CAMERA SET menu 49 Settings to adjust your camcorder to a recorded tape 78 Deleting recorded pictures from the "Memory Stick Duo 80 Marking images on the "Memory Stick Duo" with specific information (Print mark...
... Playing the picture on a TV 42 Using the Menu Using the menu items 44 Menu items 46 CAMERA SET menu 49 Settings to adjust your camcorder to a recorded tape 78 Deleting recorded pictures from the "Memory Stick Duo 80 Marking images on the "Memory Stick Duo" with specific information (Print mark...
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... a DVD (Direct Access to "Click to DVD 94 Connecting an analog VCR to the computer via your camcorder (Signal convert function) (DCR-HC96 97 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 99 Warning indicators and messages 117 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 122 Usable cassette tapes 123 About the "Memory Stick 124 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack...
... a DVD (Direct Access to "Click to DVD 94 Connecting an analog VCR to the computer via your camcorder (Signal convert function) (DCR-HC96 97 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 99 Warning indicators and messages 117 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 122 Usable cassette tapes 123 About the "Memory Stick 124 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack...
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...of the Grip belt, as illustrated below, using the strap. Handycam Station (1) (DCR-HC46/HC96) (p. 13) Rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 13, 126) NP-FP30 (DCR-HC36) NP-FP50 (DCR-HC46/HC96) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 40) A button-type ...lithium battery is already installed. A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 42, 74, 97) CD-ROM "Picture Package Ver.1.5.1" (1) (p. 86) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) 12 See page 6, 123, 124, for compatible cassettes and "Memory Stick Duo" for your camcorder...
...of the Grip belt, as illustrated below, using the strap. Handycam Station (1) (DCR-HC46/HC96) (p. 13) Rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 13, 126) NP-FP30 (DCR-HC36) NP-FP50 (DCR-HC46/HC96) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 40) A button-type ...lithium battery is already installed. A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 42, 74, 97) CD-ROM "Picture Package Ver.1.5.1" (1) (p. 86) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) 12 See page 6, 123, 124, for compatible cassettes and "Memory Stick Duo" for your camcorder...
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... DC IN jack Handycam Station DC plug To the wall outlet AC Adaptor Power cord For DCR-HC36: POWER switch 2 1 2 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the battery pack and your camcorder (1), then attach the battery pack and click it to your camcorder for the DCR-HC46/HC96 or on your camcorder. For DCR-HC46/HC96: DC...
... DC IN jack Handycam Station DC plug To the wall outlet AC Adaptor Power cord For DCR-HC36: POWER switch 2 1 2 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the battery pack and your camcorder (1), then attach the battery pack and click it to your camcorder for the DCR-HC46/HC96 or on your camcorder. For DCR-HC46/HC96: DC...
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...) lamp The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. • When inserting the camcorder into the Handycam Station securely, all the way to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. For DCR-HC46/HC96: Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack. Step2: Charging the battery pack (Continued... power cord to the bottom. The battery pack will not lose its charge in the illustration. Insert the camcorder into the Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover. DCR-HC96: /CHG (charge) lamp DCR-HC46: CHG (charge) lamp 14 The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. 5 The CHG...
...) lamp The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. • When inserting the camcorder into the Handycam Station securely, all the way to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. For DCR-HC46/HC96: Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack. Step2: Charging the battery pack (Continued... power cord to the bottom. The battery pack will not lose its charge in the illustration. Insert the camcorder into the Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover. DCR-HC96: /CHG (charge) lamp DCR-HC46: CHG (charge) lamp 14 The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. 5 The CHG...
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... switch 1 Getting Started To the wall outlet AC Adaptor Power cord For DCR-HC46/HC96: To remove your camcorder from the Handycam Station Turn off the power, then remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station holding both your camcorder using the power from the wall outlet by making the same connections as you... pack will not lose its charge in the direction of the arrow with DCR-HC46/HC96 Recording time Approximate time (min.) available when you use an outside power source You can operate your camcorder and the Handycam Station. Battery pack NP-FP30*1 NP-FP50*2 NP-FP70 NP-FP71 NP...
... switch 1 Getting Started To the wall outlet AC Adaptor Power cord For DCR-HC46/HC96: To remove your camcorder from the Handycam Station Turn off the power, then remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station holding both your camcorder using the power from the wall outlet by making the same connections as you... pack will not lose its charge in the direction of the arrow with DCR-HC46/HC96 Recording time Approximate time (min.) available when you use an outside power source You can operate your camcorder and the Handycam Station. Battery pack NP-FP30*1 NP-FP50*2 NP-FP70 NP-FP71 NP...
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...the DC IN jack of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with the DCR-HC46/HC96, even when the power cord is recommended.) • The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in a narrow space, such as the AC Adaptor is connected to ... AC Adaptor • Use the nearby wall outlet when using your camcorder. • Do not use your camcorder or the Handycam Station supplied with any malfunction occurs while using the AC Adaptor. The battery pack is not attached correctly. - DCR-HC46 Battery pack LCD panel opened * LCD panel closed NP-FP50 (supplied...
...the DC IN jack of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with the DCR-HC46/HC96, even when the power cord is recommended.) • The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in a narrow space, such as the AC Adaptor is connected to ... AC Adaptor • Use the nearby wall outlet when using your camcorder. • Do not use your camcorder or the Handycam Station supplied with any malfunction occurs while using the AC Adaptor. The battery pack is not attached correctly. - DCR-HC46 Battery pack LCD panel opened * LCD panel closed NP-FP50 (supplied...
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... the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 23). For DCR-HC36/HC46: Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on the sides of your camcorder firmly To record or play or edit pictures. •... the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it for a few seconds. 2 Hold the camcorder correctly. 1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of the arrow to turn on the respective ... the POWER switch repeatedly to CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERAMEMORY. CAMERA-MEMORY: To record on a tape. For DCR-HC96: The lens cover opens automatically when the POWER switch is set to turn on the respective lamp....
... the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 23). For DCR-HC36/HC46: Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on the sides of your camcorder firmly To record or play or edit pictures. •... the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it for a few seconds. 2 Hold the camcorder correctly. 1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of the arrow to turn on the respective ... the POWER switch repeatedly to CAMERA-TAPE or CAMERAMEMORY. CAMERA-MEMORY: To record on a tape. For DCR-HC96: The lens cover opens automatically when the POWER switch is set to turn on the respective lamp....
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For DCR-HC36/HC46: Attach the lens cap after turning off the power. • At the time of purchase, the power will be set to turn off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any operation attempted for approximately 5 minutes, to OFF (CHG). Getting Started To turn off the power Slide the POWER switch to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 68). • If warning messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions (p. 118). 19
For DCR-HC36/HC46: Attach the lens cap after turning off the power. • At the time of purchase, the power will be set to turn off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any operation attempted for approximately 5 minutes, to OFF (CHG). Getting Started To turn off the power Slide the POWER switch to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 68). • If warning messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions (p. 118). 19
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...pictures using the viewfinder (p. 60). 20 This is poor. Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it to the best angle to save battery power. For DCR-HC46/HC96: To turn on the LCD frame accidentally when you open or adjust the LCD panel. • If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees... To turn off the LCD backlight to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder backlight by the setting. Viewfinder 90 degrees (max.) 1 90 degrees to the camcorder • Do not press the buttons on the LCD backlight, press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until disappears. • See [...
...pictures using the viewfinder (p. 60). 20 This is poor. Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it to the best angle to save battery power. For DCR-HC46/HC96: To turn on the LCD frame accidentally when you open or adjust the LCD panel. • If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees... To turn off the LCD backlight to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder backlight by the setting. Viewfinder 90 degrees (max.) 1 90 degrees to the camcorder • Do not press the buttons on the LCD backlight, press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until disappears. • See [...
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If you do not use your camcorder for [DATA CODE] (During Easy Handycam operation, you set only [DATE/TIME])). 23 In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and...--:--:-- The clock starts. • The date and time are not displayed while recording, but they are automatically recorded on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. • If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen... SET -:--:-- Step 6: Setting the date and time Getting Started Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. 1 Touch 6 0 min t [MENU]. -:--:--
If you do not use your camcorder for [DATA CODE] (During Easy Handycam operation, you set only [DATE/TIME])). 23 In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and...--:--:-- The clock starts. • The date and time are not displayed while recording, but they are automatically recorded on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. • If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen... SET -:--:-- Step 6: Setting the date and time Getting Started Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. 1 Touch 6 0 min t [MENU]. -:--:--
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...a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo" Cassette tape You can use mini DV cassettes only (p. 123). • The recordable time varies depending on the Handycam Station. OPEN/EJECT lever 2 Insert a cassette with its window facing outwards, then press . To eject the cassette Open the lid following the same procedure ... pressing the portion marked {DO NOT PUSH} while it is sliding in Step 1 and remove the cassette. • For DCR-HC46/HC96: Do not insert/eject the cassette while your camcorder is on [ REC MODE] (p. 65). 1 Slide and hold the OPEN/ EJECT lever in the direction of the cassette ...
...a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo" Cassette tape You can use mini DV cassettes only (p. 123). • The recordable time varies depending on the Handycam Station. OPEN/EJECT lever 2 Insert a cassette with its window facing outwards, then press . To eject the cassette Open the lid following the same procedure ... pressing the portion marked {DO NOT PUSH} while it is sliding in Step 1 and remove the cassette. • For DCR-HC46/HC96: Do not insert/eject the cassette while your camcorder is on [ REC MODE] (p. 65). 1 Slide and hold the OPEN/ EJECT lever in the direction of the cassette ...
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For details, see page 56. 1 Open the LCD panel. DCR-HC36/HC46: Access lamp With the v mark facing to the LCD screen 25 With ... Stick Duo" into the "Memory Stick Duo" slot in once and slide out the "Memory Stick Duo" alongside the camcorder body. • Do not remove the "Memory Stick Duo" forcibly with or (p. 124). • The number and... time of recordable pictures varies depending on the image quality or the image size. Do not shake or knock your camcorder is reading/writing data. Getting Started "Memory Stick Duo" You can use only a "Memory Stick Duo" marked with...
For details, see page 56. 1 Open the LCD panel. DCR-HC36/HC46: Access lamp With the v mark facing to the LCD screen 25 With ... Stick Duo" into the "Memory Stick Duo" slot in once and slide out the "Memory Stick Duo" alongside the camcorder body. • Do not remove the "Memory Stick Duo" forcibly with or (p. 124). • The number and... time of recordable pictures varies depending on the image quality or the image size. Do not shake or knock your camcorder is reading/writing data. Getting Started "Memory Stick Duo" You can use only a "Memory Stick Duo" marked with...
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...; You can set [DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 54) if you move your finger on the LCD frame. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in flash is insufficient ambient light. Functions used for recording/playback, etc. 2 For DCR-HC36: 6 5 4 For DCR-HC46: 6 5 4 For DCR-HC96: 6 5 4 32...
...; You can set [DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 54) if you move your finger on the LCD frame. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in flash is insufficient ambient light. Functions used for recording/playback, etc. 2 For DCR-HC36: 6 5 4 For DCR-HC46: 6 5 4 For DCR-HC96: 6 5 4 32...
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... the LCD screen, but the picture will be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in mirror mode qh Open the LCD panel qh 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). 2 1 • A mirror-image of the screw must be normal when recorded. To use a tripod qj Attach... the tripod (optional: the length of the subject appears on page 60. Functions used for recording/playback, etc. (Continued) 9 q; qs qa For DCR-HC36: qd qh 2 5 4 qg qf For DCR-HC46/HC96: qd qh 2 5 4 qg qf qj 34 To record in .)) to 5 times the original size.
... the LCD screen, but the picture will be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in mirror mode qh Open the LCD panel qh 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). 2 1 • A mirror-image of the screw must be normal when recorded. To use a tripod qj Attach... the tripod (optional: the length of the subject appears on page 60. Functions used for recording/playback, etc. (Continued) 9 q; qs qa For DCR-HC36: qd qh 2 5 4 qg qf For DCR-HC46/HC96: qd qh 2 5 4 qg qf qj 34 To record in .)) to 5 times the original size.
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... To check the remaining battery (Battery Info qd Set the POWER switch to adjust the volume, see page 31. J Recording lamp (DCR-HC96) The recording lamp lights up to 20 seconds by pressing DISP/BATT INFO again while the battery information is low. To use special...Menu are not initialized.) 35 To initialize the settings (RESET qf Press RESET qf to operate your camcorder. You can view the battery information for about 7 seconds. K Internal stereo microphone For DCR-HC96: An Active Interface Shoe compatible microphone will take precedence when connected (p. 78). Remaining battery (...
... To check the remaining battery (Battery Info qd Set the POWER switch to adjust the volume, see page 31. J Recording lamp (DCR-HC96) The recording lamp lights up to 20 seconds by pressing DISP/BATT INFO again while the battery information is low. To use special...Menu are not initialized.) 35 To initialize the settings (RESET qf Press RESET qf to operate your camcorder. You can view the battery information for about 7 seconds. K Internal stereo microphone For DCR-HC96: An Active Interface Shoe compatible microphone will take precedence when connected (p. 78). Remaining battery (...