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... short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. If you are unable to the operating instructions. Do not expose the batteries to the presence of any kind on the appliance, or the one blade wider than the other sources, refer to insert the plug fully...Power Sources This set may cause hazards. 2 This is intended to alert the user to excessive heat such as they may be operated only from battery power, or other ). This symbol is a safety feature. Polarization This set should still fail to them. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, ...
... short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. If you are unable to the operating instructions. Do not expose the batteries to the presence of any kind on the appliance, or the one blade wider than the other sources, refer to insert the plug fully...Power Sources This set may cause hazards. 2 This is intended to alert the user to excessive heat such as they may be operated only from battery power, or other ). This symbol is a safety feature. Polarization This set should still fail to them. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, ...
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...that any questions about this product. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are located on the bottom. Operation is to be used with the limits for future reference. Model No. DCR-HC62 Serial No. Read this first Before operating the unit, please ... used rechargeable batteries to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in the space provided below is subject to comply with AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Notes DCR-HC62 is subject to Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-HC62 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc....
...that any questions about this product. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are located on the bottom. Operation is to be used with the limits for future reference. Model No. DCR-HC62 Serial No. Read this first Before operating the unit, please ... used rechargeable batteries to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in the space provided below is subject to comply with AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Notes DCR-HC62 is subject to Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-HC62 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc....
Operating Guide
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...: - PRO Duo") ("Memory Stick - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. - Reorient ...antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for connecting the camcorder to a computer and using a "Memory Stick Duo" with the Cassette Memory function (p. 79). However, there is no guarantee ...
...: - PRO Duo") ("Memory Stick - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. - Reorient ...antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for connecting the camcorder to a computer and using a "Memory Stick Duo" with the Cassette Memory function (p. 79). However, there is no guarantee ...
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... of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in low light conditions, such as at the sun. LCD panel • The camcorder is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. • The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using your...(white, red, blue, or green in the correct way. About changing the language setting • The on the LCD screen and the viewfinder. Viewfinder Battery pack About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens • A menu item that appear constantly on -screen displays in each local language are normal...
... of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in low light conditions, such as at the sun. LCD panel • The camcorder is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. • The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using your...(white, red, blue, or green in the correct way. About changing the language setting • The on the LCD screen and the viewfinder. Viewfinder Battery pack About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens • A menu item that appear constantly on -screen displays in each local language are normal...
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... Notes on use 5 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 11 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 12 Step 3: Turning the power on and setting the date and time 15 Changing the...Step 5: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo 18 Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam 20 Recording 22 Zooming 24 Recording in dark places (NightShot plus 24 Adjusting the exposure for backlit... Using the menu items .......... 34 Menu items 35 CAMERA SET menu 37 Settings to adjust your camcorder to a "Memory Stick Duo 60 Deleting recorded pictures from the "Memory Stick Duo 60 Marking ...
... Notes on use 5 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 11 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 12 Step 3: Turning the power on and setting the date and time 15 Changing the...Step 5: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo 18 Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam 20 Recording 22 Zooming 24 Recording in dark places (NightShot plus 24 Adjusting the exposure for backlit... Using the menu items .......... 34 Menu items 35 CAMERA SET menu 37 Settings to adjust your camcorder to a "Memory Stick Duo 60 Deleting recorded pictures from the "Memory Stick Duo 60 Marking ...
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... ...... 78 Maintenance and precautions ...... 79 Usable cassette tapes 79 About the "Memory Stick 80 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 81 About i.LINK 82 On using your camcorder 83 Specifications 87 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ....... 90 Indicators displayed during recording/ playback 94 Index 97 Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida...
... ...... 78 Maintenance and precautions ...... 79 Usable cassette tapes 79 About the "Memory Stick 80 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 81 About i.LINK 82 On using your camcorder 83 Specifications 87 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ....... 90 Indicators displayed during recording/ playback 94 Index 97 Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida...
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AC Adaptor (1) (p. 12) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p. 12, 81) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) (p. 12) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 64) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 93) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 32, 56) USB cable (1) (p. 62) 11 Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied.
AC Adaptor (1) (p. 12) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p. 12, 81) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) (p. 12) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 64) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 93) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 32, 56) USB cable (1) (p. 62) 11 Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied.
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... terminals of the arrow to OFF(CHG) (The default setting). 3 With the v mark on your camcorder. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Step 2: Charging the battery pack 1 2 2 1 Battery pack 3 DC plug DC IN jack 4 To the wall outlet (wall socket) AC Adaptor Power cord... (Mains lead) POWER switch You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 81) after attaching it into place 2. 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 the DC IN jack on the DC...
... terminals of the arrow to OFF(CHG) (The default setting). 3 With the v mark on your camcorder. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Step 2: Charging the battery pack 1 2 2 1 Battery pack 3 DC plug DC IN jack 4 To the wall outlet (wall socket) AC Adaptor Power cord... (Mains lead) POWER switch You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 81) after attaching it into place 2. 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 the DC IN jack on the DC...
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...), then press DISP/BATT INFO. Replace the battery with a fully charged one, or charge the battery. POWER switch 1 2 PUSH When storing the battery pack Fully discharge the battery before storing it for an extended period (p. 82). Remaining battery (approx.) 60 65 Recording capacity (approx.) You can operate your camcorder using the power from the wall outlet...
...), then press DISP/BATT INFO. Replace the battery with a fully charged one, or charge the battery. POWER switch 1 2 PUSH When storing the battery pack Fully discharge the battery before storing it for an extended period (p. 82). Remaining battery (approx.) 60 65 Recording capacity (approx.) You can operate your camcorder using the power from the wall outlet...
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... a fully discharged battery pack. The battery pack is damaged. - The battery pack is worn-out (for Battery Info only). • The power 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 is turned off and... zooming. Bottom: Recording with viewfinder while the LCD panel closed 370 845 On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). • The CHG ...
... a fully discharged battery pack. The battery pack is damaged. - The battery pack is worn-out (for Battery Info only). • The power 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 is turned off and... zooming. Bottom: Recording with viewfinder while the LCD panel closed 370 845 On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). • The CHG ...
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...the LCD screen. PLAY/EDIT: To play or edit pictures. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (p. 86). • At the time of the arrow ...2008 JAN 1 12:00 AM OK 2 Set [Y] (year) with / and repeat for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 52). The clock starts. To reset the date and time You can set it to 12:00...power on and setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for [DATA CODE] (During Easy Handycam operation, you do not set it to 12:00 PM. For midday, set only [...
...the LCD screen. PLAY/EDIT: To play or edit pictures. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (p. 86). • At the time of the arrow ...2008 JAN 1 12:00 AM OK 2 Set [Y] (year) with / and repeat for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 52). The clock starts. To reset the date and time You can set it to 12:00...power on and setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for [DATA CODE] (During Easy Handycam operation, you do not set it to 12:00 PM. For midday, set only [...
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... You can view pictures using the viewfinder to toggle the screen indicators (such as Battery Info) on the LCD screen is clear. The LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it until the picture is poor. Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it... out. Viewfinder Getting Started After recording, set the LENS COVER switch to CLOSE, to OPEN. The grip belt Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 4 1 2 3 17 This is convenient during playback operations. • See [LCD/VF SET] - [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 51) to adjust the brightness ...
... You can view pictures using the viewfinder to toggle the screen indicators (such as Battery Info) on the LCD screen is clear. The LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it until the picture is poor. Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it... out. Viewfinder Getting Started After recording, set the LENS COVER switch to CLOSE, to OPEN. The grip belt Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 4 1 2 3 17 This is convenient during playback operations. • See [LCD/VF SET] - [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 51) to adjust the brightness ...
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..." Lightly push in once and slide out the "Memory Stick Duo" alongside the camcorder body. 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. b Notes • When the access lamp is reading/writing data. z Tips •...
..." Lightly push in once and slide out the "Memory Stick Duo" alongside the camcorder body. 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. b Notes • When the access lamp is reading/writing data. z Tips •...
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... when the focus cannot be adjusted any closer, and appears when the focus cannot be set. • When [ONE PUSH] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after touching , set to readjust the white balance. b Notes • If you want to focus on a certain subject intentionally. 1 Touch [MANUAL]. 9...easier to adjust the zoom for telephoto. 3 Touch [ ]. Continued , 39 Using the Menu z Tips • If you have changed the battery pack while [AUTO] was selected, if keeps flashing after inside use with [ONE PUSH], if you change the [SCENE SELECT] settings, or bring your...
... when the focus cannot be adjusted any closer, and appears when the focus cannot be set. • When [ONE PUSH] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after touching , set to readjust the white balance. b Notes • If you want to focus on a certain subject intentionally. 1 Touch [MANUAL]. 9...easier to adjust the zoom for telephoto. 3 Touch [ ]. Continued , 39 Using the Menu z Tips • If you have changed the battery pack while [AUTO] was selected, if keeps flashing after inside use with [ONE PUSH], if you change the [SCENE SELECT] settings, or bring your...
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... frames for this operation. • Sounds are not recorded. • The last few frames may not be recorded if the battery or tape has run out. • There may perform the END SEARCH function to locate the end in current recordings on the...observe the movement of clouds or the changes in daylight, etc. These pictures appear smooth when played back. b Notes • During Smooth interval recording, your camcorder, and slide the POWER switch repeatedly to view the demonstration about 10 minutes after shooting has begun. [a]: Recording [b]: Interval 1 Touch t a desired interval ...
... frames for this operation. • Sounds are not recorded. • The last few frames may not be recorded if the battery or tape has run out. • There may perform the END SEARCH function to locate the end in current recordings on the...observe the movement of clouds or the changes in daylight, etc. These pictures appear smooth when played back. b Notes • During Smooth interval recording, your camcorder, and slide the POWER switch repeatedly to view the demonstration about 10 minutes after shooting has begun. [a]: Recording [b]: Interval 1 Touch t a desired interval ...
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... subject is not recorded. GUIDEFRAME You can also import the picture to your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. Continued , 51 Using the Menu USB ...CAMERA When you set [ STREAM] and connect your camcorder to your computer via the USB cable, you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. DATE/TIME Displays the date and time. B NORMAL Standard brightness....
... subject is not recorded. GUIDEFRAME You can also import the picture to your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. Continued , 51 Using the Menu USB ...CAMERA When you set [ STREAM] and connect your camcorder to your computer via the USB cable, you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. DATE/TIME Displays the date and time. B NORMAL Standard brightness....
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... power source and contact your Sony dealer. • Overall operations/Easy Handycam/ Remote Commander 68 • Batteries/Power sources 69 • LCD screen/viewfinder 69 • Cassette tapes/"Memory Stick Duo".....70 • Recording 71 • Playback 72 • Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other than 12 hours. - The camcorder does not operate even when...
... power source and contact your Sony dealer. • Overall operations/Easy Handycam/ Remote Commander 68 • Batteries/Power sources 69 • LCD screen/viewfinder 69 • Cassette tapes/"Memory Stick Duo".....70 • Recording 71 • Playback 72 • Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other than 12 hours. - The camcorder does not operate even when...
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...lightly. • Press DISP/BATT INFO on your camcorder (or DISPLAY on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not operate your Sony dealer. Continued , 69 Troubleshooting Charge the battery pack (p. 12). The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time. ... on the power again (p. 15), or use the AC Adaptor. • The battery is not displayed. • During Easy Handycam operation, not all . • Adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION]) (p. 85). The battery pack discharges too quickly. • Ambient temperature is not a malfunction. • ...
...lightly. • Press DISP/BATT INFO on your camcorder (or DISPLAY on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not operate your Sony dealer. Continued , 69 Troubleshooting Charge the battery pack (p. 12). The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time. ... on the power again (p. 15), or use the AC Adaptor. • The battery is not displayed. • During Easy Handycam operation, not all . • Adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION]) (p. 85). The battery pack discharges too quickly. • Ambient temperature is not a malfunction. • ...
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... the index screen at one . The Cassette Memory indicator or title display does not appear while using a cassette with battery operation) and therefore increases noise. This is 100. Image protection cannot be ejected from the compartment. • Make sure the power source...to always display the remaining tape indicator (p. 52). 70 The cassette is connected correctly (p. 12). • Moisture condensation has occurred inside the camcorder (p. 84). Troubleshooting (Continued) The picture in the viewfinder has disappeared. • Close the LCD panel. The picture is not displayed in ...
... the index screen at one . The Cassette Memory indicator or title display does not appear while using a cassette with battery operation) and therefore increases noise. This is 100. Image protection cannot be ejected from the compartment. • Make sure the power source...to always display the remaining tape indicator (p. 52). 70 The cassette is connected correctly (p. 12). • Moisture condensation has occurred inside the camcorder (p. 84). Troubleshooting (Continued) The picture in the viewfinder has disappeared. • Close the LCD panel. The picture is not displayed in ...
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... described above have tried a couple of your camcorder again. C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is unreadable (p. 80). C:31:ss / C:32:ss • Symptoms that are approximately 5 to the DC IN jack of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:21:ss • Moisture...
... described above have tried a couple of your camcorder again. C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is unreadable (p. 80). C:31:ss / C:32:ss • Symptoms that are approximately 5 to the DC IN jack of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:21:ss • Moisture...