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...(p.32). See "Precautions" (p.34). • To prevent the hard disk from being broken or recorded images from Windows XP. to your camcorder if necessary (p.13). To view your camcorder. to apply mechanical shock or vibration to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 Do not apply shock or vibration to ... by dropping, the camcorder has the drop sensor function*. Note on : - Doing so may not be recorded. About language setting • The on-screen displays in this case, an indicator appears on a TV, you may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder being activated in such...
...(p.32). See "Precautions" (p.34). • To prevent the hard disk from being broken or recorded images from Windows XP. to your camcorder if necessary (p.13). To view your camcorder. to apply mechanical shock or vibration to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 Do not apply shock or vibration to ... by dropping, the camcorder has the drop sensor function*. Note on : - Doing so may not be recorded. About language setting • The on-screen displays in this case, an indicator appears on a TV, you may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder being activated in such...
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... and time 13 Changing the language setting 13 Step 4: Preparing for recording 14 Recording/Playback Recording 15 Playback 17 Parts and functions used for the camcorder 19 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 22 Saving images 24 Deleting images 24 Playing the image on a TV 25 Performing with a computer 26 Performing various...
... and time 13 Changing the language setting 13 Step 4: Preparing for recording 14 Recording/Playback Recording 15 Playback 17 Parts and functions used for the camcorder 19 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 22 Saving images 24 Deleting images 24 Playing the image on a TV 25 Performing with a computer 26 Performing various...
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... pack NP-FH40 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) NP-FH60 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR200/SR300) Handycam Station (1) (p.11) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.25) USB cable (1) (p.27) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p.26) - Picture Motion Browser (Software) - The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. Getting Started Step 1: Checking...
... pack NP-FH40 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) NP-FH60 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR200/SR300) Handycam Station (1) (p.11) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.25) USB cable (1) (p.27) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p.26) - Picture Motion Browser (Software) - The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. Getting Started Step 1: Checking...
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...may explode if mistreated. Tab WARNING Battery may not function properly. Power supply You can use your camcorder in fire. 10 Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the tab, inset your camcorder within the AC 100 V to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with the... until it clicks. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of fire or explosion. AC-L200/L200B [a] [b] On the Remote Commander (except for DCR-SR42) Using the Remote Commander for the first time Remove the insulation sheet before using the AC Adaptor supplied with...
...may explode if mistreated. Tab WARNING Battery may not function properly. Power supply You can use your camcorder in fire. 10 Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the tab, inset your camcorder within the AC 100 V to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with the... until it clicks. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of fire or explosion. AC-L200/L200B [a] [b] On the Remote Commander (except for DCR-SR42) Using the Remote Commander for the first time Remove the insulation sheet before using the AC Adaptor supplied with...
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...InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). 1 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 5 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely. To remove the battery pack Turn the POWER switch to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. • When you remove the... battery pack or the AC Adaptor, make sure that the v mark on the Handycam Station. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack. Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. 2 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (The...
...InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). 1 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 5 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely. To remove the battery pack Turn the POWER switch to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. • When you remove the... battery pack or the AC Adaptor, make sure that the v mark on the Handycam Station. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack. Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. 2 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (The...
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... placed in 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 malfunction occurs while using your...8226; Even if your camcorder is turned off and zooming. NP-FH40: (Unit:min.) DCR-SR42 Charging time 125 Recording time*1 Continuous 105 recording time Typical recording time*4 50 Playback time 120 DCR-SR62/ SR82 125 90*2 100*3 45*2 50*3 110*2 12 NP-FH60: (Unit:min.) DCR-SR200 DCR-SR300 Charging time 135 135...
... placed in 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 malfunction occurs while using your...8226; Even if your camcorder is turned off and zooming. NP-FH40: (Unit:min.) DCR-SR42 Charging time 125 Recording time*1 Continuous 105 recording time Typical recording time*4 50 Playback time 120 DCR-SR62/ SR82 125 90*2 100*3 45*2 50*3 110*2 12 NP-FH60: (Unit:min.) DCR-SR200 DCR-SR300 Charging time 135 135...
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POWER switch When using the camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears on the LCD screen. 1 While pressing the green button, turn on (Still) lamp, the screen aspect .../ LANG] t [ LANGUAGE SET], then select the desired language. Changing the language setting You can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the hard disc, and can change the on the LCD screen. The clock starts. 13 When you record or play back an image, turn the POWER switch...
POWER switch When using the camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears on the LCD screen. 1 While pressing the green button, turn on (Still) lamp, the screen aspect .../ LANG] t [ LANGUAGE SET], then select the desired language. Changing the language setting You can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the hard disc, and can change the on the LCD screen. The clock starts. 13 When you record or play back an image, turn the POWER switch...
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Step 4: Preparing for recording 2 180 degrees (max.) 1 90 degrees to select the desired screen aspect ratio (except for DCR-SR42. 1 Adjust the LCD panel. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to the camcorder POWER switch 2 90 degrees (max.) 16:9 (wide) 4:3 * Except for DCR-SR42). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 14
Step 4: Preparing for recording 2 180 degrees (max.) 1 90 degrees to select the desired screen aspect ratio (except for DCR-SR42. 1 Adjust the LCD panel. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to the camcorder POWER switch 2 90 degrees (max.) 16:9 (wide) 4:3 * Except for DCR-SR42). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 14
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• You can check the free hard disk space by touching (HOME) t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t [ INFO]. • If the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing after recording is finished, it clicks. You can capture up to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. ACCESS lamp ("Memory Stick Duo") To ...remove the battery pack. DCR-SR42: 5,900 ([VGA (0.3M)]) DCR-SR62/SR82: 1,800 ([1.0M]) DCR-SR200: 480 ([4.0M]) DCR-SR300: 315 ([6.1M]) • All numbers measured when using a "Memory Stick Duo" made by pressing PHOTO during Easy Handycam operation. Do not shake or knock your camcorder, and do not remove...
• You can check the free hard disk space by touching (HOME) t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t [ INFO]. • If the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing after recording is finished, it clicks. You can capture up to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. ACCESS lamp ("Memory Stick Duo") To ...remove the battery pack. DCR-SR42: 5,900 ([VGA (0.3M)]) DCR-SR62/SR82: 1,800 ([1.0M]) DCR-SR200: 480 ([4.0M]) DCR-SR300: 315 ([6.1M]) • All numbers measured when using a "Memory Stick Duo" made by pressing PHOTO during Easy Handycam operation. Do not shake or knock your camcorder, and do not remove...
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... button A 1 Returns to the recording screen 2 Previous 6 images 3 Next 6 images 4 Returns to the recording screen 5 Displays movies 6 Displays still images on the hard disk 7 Displays still images on a "Memory Stick Duo" 8 Searches for images by date 9 (OPTION) 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on the LCD screen. (...It may take some time to display the thumbnails.) 3 Start playback. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) A (or B) button. Slide show button Stop (go to the VISUAL Reverse/Forward INDEX screen) Go to be played...
... button A 1 Returns to the recording screen 2 Previous 6 images 3 Next 6 images 4 Returns to the recording screen 5 Displays movies 6 Displays still images on the hard disk 7 Displays still images on a "Memory Stick Duo" 8 Searches for images by date 9 (OPTION) 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on the LCD screen. (...It may take some time to display the thumbnails.) 3 Start playback. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) A (or B) button. Slide show button Stop (go to the VISUAL Reverse/Forward INDEX screen) Go to be played...
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Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in microphone Records sound. Move it further for a slower zoom. Sound picked up by the built-in microphone is converted to ON. ( appears.) 6 Built-in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded.*2 19 Parts and functions used for the camcorder DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 DCR-SR200/SR300 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 DCR-SR200/SR300 Recording/Playback Handycam Station Recording 1 Power zoom lever To use zoom, move the power zoom lever.
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in microphone Records sound. Move it further for a slower zoom. Sound picked up by the built-in microphone is converted to ON. ( appears.) 6 Built-in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded.*2 19 Parts and functions used for the camcorder DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 DCR-SR200/SR300 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 DCR-SR200/SR300 Recording/Playback Handycam Station Recording 1 Power zoom lever To use zoom, move the power zoom lever.
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...LIGHT button*4 To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to optional accessories such as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Playback 1 Power zoom lever q; When you touched will be turned on . qh NIGHTSHOT switch*2 To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT...accessory can select the settings for date and time. Zoom buttons Press for zooming in mirror mode, open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to initialize all the settings, including settings for the flash. w; qf (flash) button*2 You can be displayed...
...LIGHT button*4 To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to optional accessories such as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Playback 1 Power zoom lever q; When you touched will be turned on . qh NIGHTSHOT switch*2 To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT...accessory can select the settings for date and time. Zoom buttons Press for zooming in mirror mode, open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to initialize all the settings, including settings for the flash. w; qf (flash) button*2 You can be displayed...
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Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). wd (USB) jack Connect with the USB cable. *1 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 *2 DCR-SR200/SR300 *3 Except for DCR-SR42 *4 For DCR-SR42, the position of the buttons differ from the illustration. 21
Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). wd (USB) jack Connect with the USB cable. *1 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 *2 DCR-SR200/SR300 *3 Except for DCR-SR42 *4 For DCR-SR42, the position of the buttons differ from the illustration. 21
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... SELECT*3 Meaning FADER LCD backlight off Drop sensor off EXPOSURE/ SPOT METER TELE MACRO ZEBRA*1 *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 • The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the hard disk and "Memory Stick Duo." Backlight n White balance SteadyShot off Drop sensor activated Meaning Slide show set... effect Digital effect Manual focus SCENE SELECTION . Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder.
... SELECT*3 Meaning FADER LCD backlight off Drop sensor off EXPOSURE/ SPOT METER TELE MACRO ZEBRA*1 *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 • The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the hard disk and "Memory Stick Duo." Backlight n White balance SteadyShot off Drop sensor activated Meaning Slide show set... effect Digital effect Manual focus SCENE SELECTION . Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder.
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... ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t . You can save images recorded on the camcorder on the camcorder directly to other devices You can save images on the internal hard disk of your camcorder. Saving images by connecting your computer on the hard disk 1 On the (HOME MENU), touch (OTHERS) t [DELETE]. 2 Touch [ DELETE]. ... of the internal hard disk, make sure that you can also edit those images. Saving images Deleting images Recorded images are stored on a DVD or the hard disk of a computer. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF)....
... ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t . You can save images recorded on the camcorder on the camcorder directly to other devices You can save images on the internal hard disk of your camcorder. Saving images by connecting your computer on the hard disk 1 On the (HOME MENU), touch (OTHERS) t [DELETE]. 2 Touch [ DELETE]. ... of the internal hard disk, make sure that you can also edit those images. Saving images Deleting images Recorded images are stored on a DVD or the hard disk of a computer. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF)....
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For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Recording/Playback Playing the image on the camcorder to the input jack of TV or VCR using A/V connecting cable 1 (supplied) or A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO 2 (optional). A/V OUT jack S VIDEO VIDEO (Yellow) (White) AUDIO (Yellow) (Red) IN : Signal flow VCR or TVs • You can dub the images recorded on a TV Connect your camcorder to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 25
For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Recording/Playback Playing the image on the camcorder to the input jack of TV or VCR using A/V connecting cable 1 (supplied) or A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO 2 (optional). A/V OUT jack S VIDEO VIDEO (Yellow) (White) AUDIO (Yellow) (Red) IN : Signal flow VCR or TVs • You can dub the images recorded on a TV Connect your camcorder to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 25
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... desktop of your computer. • The model name of your Handycam, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. The installation screen for installation appears. 3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. When the installation 26 is completed, the short-cut icon of "Handycam Handbook" appears on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (... Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in a multi-boot environment. Creating a DVD Install the above OS has been upgraded or in the disc drive of your camcorder or how to install Adobe Reader on its bottom surface. 5 Click [Exit] t [Exit], then remove the CD- Installation starts. x ...
... desktop of your computer. • The model name of your Handycam, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. The installation screen for installation appears. 3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. When the installation 26 is completed, the short-cut icon of "Handycam Handbook" appears on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (... Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in a multi-boot environment. Creating a DVD Install the above OS has been upgraded or in the disc drive of your camcorder or how to install Adobe Reader on its bottom surface. 5 Click [Exit] t [Exit], then remove the CD- Installation starts. x ...
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The installation screen appears. Recording/Playback Hard disk: Available free hard disk space for installation required: Approximately 600 MB (for creating a DVD, 5 GB or more may be required) Display: DirectX 7 or later-compatible video card,... function of your computer. Provide the camcorder and the Handycam Station, and a USB cable beforehand. Contents to be installed, then click [Next]. 6 Check your computer after completing the installation. 27 The sound is required only for software installation) • Even in the disc drive of the computer. The installation is...
The installation screen appears. Recording/Playback Hard disk: Available free hard disk space for installation required: Approximately 600 MB (for creating a DVD, 5 GB or more may be required) Display: DirectX 7 or later-compatible video card,... function of your computer. Provide the camcorder and the Handycam Station, and a USB cable beforehand. Contents to be installed, then click [Next]. 6 Check your computer after completing the installation. 27 The sound is required only for software installation) • Even in the disc drive of the computer. The installation is...
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...(PDF). If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to install the software. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or B). 2 Touch the desired setup item. 3 Follow the guide... the computer if required to create a DVD - http://www.sony.net/registration/di/ • For the information about Picture Motion Browser, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/support-disoft/ Performing various functions - Windows Media Format 9...required software. - qa Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of each item on the desktop.
...(PDF). If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to install the software. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or B). 2 Touch the desired setup item. 3 Follow the guide... the computer if required to create a DVD - http://www.sony.net/registration/di/ • For the information about Picture Motion Browser, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/support-disoft/ Performing various functions - Windows Media Format 9...required software. - qa Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of each item on the desktop.
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...the recording/playback status of the (HELP) button turns orange. 3 Touch the item you want to know the content. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 While using your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. • The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy... Handycam operation (p.16). Items of the operation. Recording/Playback 2 Touch (HELP). If you cannot find the item anywhere, the function does not work under...
...the recording/playback status of the (HELP) button turns orange. 3 Touch the item you want to know the content. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 While using your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. • The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy... Handycam operation (p.16). Items of the operation. Recording/Playback 2 Touch (HELP). If you cannot find the item anywhere, the function does not work under...