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3-098-548-11(1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
3-098-548-11(1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
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... Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a digital device pursuant to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not...Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with ...
... Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a digital device pursuant to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not...Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with ...
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... recording/play back on the camcorder, due to the protection features of the camcorder being lost , save the image data on a disc...video tapes, and other accessories are from Windows XP. If you can save your image data from the hard disk completely. The scenes may be copyrighted. Notes on the operating system of the computer. * Refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 About language setting • The on DCR... taken with a digital still camera, and may be contrary to the copyright laws. Doing so may damage the hard disk drive of recording media and other ...
... recording/play back on the camcorder, due to the protection features of the camcorder being lost , save the image data on a disc...video tapes, and other accessories are from Windows XP. If you can save your image data from the hard disk completely. The scenes may be copyrighted. Notes on the operating system of the computer. * Refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 About language setting • The on DCR... taken with a digital still camera, and may be contrary to the copyright laws. Doing so may damage the hard disk drive of recording media and other ...
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Rechargeable battery 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) - Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 9 The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your...
Rechargeable battery 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) - Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 9 The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your...
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... 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. Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. 2 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (The default setting). 3 Connect the AC Adaptor... 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. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off . 11 Be sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p.13) is turned off when the battery pack...
... 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. Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. 2 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (The default setting). 3 Connect the AC Adaptor... 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. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off . 11 Be sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p.13) is turned off when the battery pack...
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... 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. This may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder... 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 Recording time*1 Continuous recording time 115*2 120*3 95*2...
... 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. This may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder... 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 Recording time*1 Continuous recording time 115*2 120*3 95*2...
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...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...onto the hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). During Easy Handycam operation, appears on a "Memory Stick Duo" You can perform recording or ...AC Adaptor. • You can use some buttons/functions during movie recording (DCR-SR200/ SR300). • The maximum continuous recordable time is approximately 13 hours. • When a movie file exceeds...
...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...onto the hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). During Easy Handycam operation, appears on a "Memory Stick Duo" You can perform recording or ...AC Adaptor. • You can use some buttons/functions during movie recording (DCR-SR200/ SR300). • The maximum continuous recordable time is approximately 13 hours. • When a movie file exceeds...
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Parts and functions used for a slower zoom. Sound picked up by the built-in microphone Records sound. Move the power zoom lever slightly 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 it further for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( appears.) 6 Built-in microphone is converted to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded.*2 19
Parts and functions used for a slower zoom. Sound picked up by the built-in microphone Records sound. Move the power zoom lever slightly 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 it further for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( appears.) 6 Built-in microphone is converted to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded.*2 19
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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 Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer.
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For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). The selected still image is marked with selected images You can save images recorded on the camcorder directly to ...YES] t . Saving images by connecting your camcorder to other devices You can save images recorded on the camcorder on the hard disk of a computer. To delete all still images on the "Memory Stick Duo," in...be deleted. Creating a DVD with One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn) You can save images on a DVD or the hard disk of a computer. The selected image is marked with ease...
For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). The selected still image is marked with selected images You can save images recorded on the camcorder directly to ...YES] t . Saving images by connecting your camcorder to other devices You can save images recorded on the camcorder on the hard disk of a computer. To delete all still images on the "Memory Stick Duo," in...be deleted. Creating a DVD with One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn) You can save images on a DVD or the hard disk of a computer. The selected image is marked with ease...
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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). For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 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
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). For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 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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...computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your computer. 3 Open the [Handbook] folder in the disc drive of your Handycam, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. Creating a DVD with a computer In the supplied CD-ROM, "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and "Picture Motion Browser" (Software)...Editing the imported images - The select screen for "Handycam Handbook" appears. 4 Select desired language and select the model name of your computer, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Installation starts. ROM from the disc drive of your Handycam is based on the desktop of your computer. ...
...computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your computer. 3 Open the [Handbook] folder in the disc drive of your Handycam, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. Creating a DVD with a computer In the supplied CD-ROM, "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and "Picture Motion Browser" (Software)...Editing the imported images - The select screen for "Handycam Handbook" appears. 4 Select desired language and select the model name of your computer, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Installation starts. ROM from the disc drive of your Handycam is based on the desktop of your computer. ...
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...-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)] (CDROM) (disc drive).* * Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer. 4 Click [Install]. 5 Select the language for the application to be installed, then click [Next]. 6 Check your area and country/region, then click [Next]. • The software is reproduced in uneven playback. Recording/Playback Hard disk: Available free hard disk space for...
...-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)] (CDROM) (disc drive).* * Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer. 4 Click [Install]. 5 Select the language for the application to be installed, then click [Next]. 6 Check your area and country/region, then click [Next]. • The software is reproduced in uneven playback. Recording/Playback Hard disk: Available free hard disk space for...
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...the computer if required to create a DVD - For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). qa Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of each item on the screen, touch v/V to install the software. http://www.sony.net/registration/di/ • For the information about Picture Motion Browser,.... • You cannot select or activate simultaneously the grayed items in the current recording/playback situation. To see the explanation of the function of your computer. • For disconnecting the USB cable, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Turn on your convenience. Depending on the website, you...
...the computer if required to create a DVD - For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). qa Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of each item on the screen, touch v/V to install the software. http://www.sony.net/registration/di/ • For the information about Picture Motion Browser,.... • You cannot select or activate simultaneously the grayed items in the current recording/playback situation. To see the explanation of the function of your computer. • For disconnecting the USB cable, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Turn on your convenience. Depending on the website, you...
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... on the screen, touch another tab. Items of the operation. Recording/Playback 2 Touch (HELP). The bottom of your camcorder at the... tab. • The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation (p.16). When you want to know the content. To ... touch [YES]. Various functions are displayed in the context of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category MOVIE PHOTO SMTH SLW REC*1 (VIEW IMAGES) category VISUAL INDEX PLAYLIST (... [ PRINT], [ PRINT] COMPUTER [ COMPUTER], [ COMPUTER], [DISC BURN] (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) category FORMAT FORMAT INFO 29 If you want is not on a computer.
... on the screen, touch another tab. Items of the operation. Recording/Playback 2 Touch (HELP). The bottom of your camcorder at the... tab. • The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation (p.16). When you want to know the content. To ... touch [YES]. Various functions are displayed in the context of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category MOVIE PHOTO SMTH SLW REC*1 (VIEW IMAGES) category VISUAL INDEX PLAYLIST (... [ PRINT], [ PRINT] COMPUTER [ COMPUTER], [ COMPUTER], [DISC BURN] (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) category FORMAT FORMAT INFO 29 If you want is not on a computer.
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...EFFECT] tab [MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER], [FLASH MODE]*3, [TIMING]*2, [RECORD SOUND]*2 - (A tab depends on the OPTION MENU will be described below... [WHITE BAL.], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [S. (SETTINGS) category MOVIE SETTINGS [REC MODE], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [WIDE SELECT]*2, [DIGITAL ZOOM], [STEADYSHOT], [AUTO SLW SHUTTR], [GUIDEFRAME]*1, [ZEBRA]*1, [ REMAINING], [FLASH LEVEL]*1, [REDEYE REDUC]*1 PHOTO SETTINGS ...] *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 You can set the item during Easy Handycam operation (p.16). *5 DCR-SR300 *6 [SOUND SETTINGS] (during Easy Handycam operation (p....
...EFFECT] tab [MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER], [FLASH MODE]*3, [TIMING]*2, [RECORD SOUND]*2 - (A tab depends on the OPTION MENU will be described below... [WHITE BAL.], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [S. (SETTINGS) category MOVIE SETTINGS [REC MODE], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [WIDE SELECT]*2, [DIGITAL ZOOM], [STEADYSHOT], [AUTO SLW SHUTTR], [GUIDEFRAME]*1, [ZEBRA]*1, [ REMAINING], [FLASH LEVEL]*1, [REDEYE REDUC]*1 PHOTO SETTINGS ...] *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 You can set the item during Easy Handycam operation (p.16). *5 DCR-SR300 *6 [SOUND SETTINGS] (during Easy Handycam operation (p....
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... been turned on the hard disk. Delete unnecessary images (p.24). Your camcorder gets warm. • This is recording the image you have elapsed while you press the RESET button, all settings, including the clock setting, are limited. However, your Sony dealer will be deleted....(p.11). • Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely (p.11). This is extremely low. Delete unnecessary images (p.24). • Total number of movies or still images exceeds the recordable capacity of this period. • The hard disk of your camcorder and leave it for a ...
... been turned on the hard disk. Delete unnecessary images (p.24). Your camcorder gets warm. • This is recording the image you have elapsed while you press the RESET button, all settings, including the clock setting, are limited. However, your Sony dealer will be deleted....(p.11). • Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely (p.11). This is extremely low. Delete unnecessary images (p.24). • Total number of movies or still images exceeds the recordable capacity of this period. • The hard disk of your camcorder and leave it for a ...
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...:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you turn on your camcorder while the lens cover...items are grayed out. • There are some functions you cannot service has occurred. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). C:13:ss / C:32:ss • Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate ...the lens cover is closed , lights through gaps of the Handycam Station or your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Inform them of the 5-digit code, which starts from "E." 101-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining...
...:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you turn on your camcorder while the lens cover...items are grayed out. • There are some functions you cannot service has occurred. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). C:13:ss / C:32:ss • Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate ...the lens cover is closed , lights through gaps of the Handycam Station or your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Inform them of the 5-digit code, which starts from "E." 101-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining...
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...215;h×d) Mass (Approx.) 45 g (1.6 oz) Operating temperature 0°C to + 40°C (32°F to 104°F) 38 Type Li-ion NP-FH60 (DCR-SR200/SR300) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 7.2 wh (1 000 mAh) Dimensions (Approx.) 31.8 × 33.3 × 45.0 ...;C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to change without notice. Handycam Station DCRA-C171 Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10 pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.286 ...
...215;h×d) Mass (Approx.) 45 g (1.6 oz) Operating temperature 0°C to + 40°C (32°F to 104°F) 38 Type Li-ion NP-FH60 (DCR-SR200/SR300) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 7.2 wh (1 000 mAh) Dimensions (Approx.) 31.8 × 33.3 × 45.0 ...;C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to change without notice. Handycam Station DCRA-C171 Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10 pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.286 ...
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.... Furthermore, ™ and "®" are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the U.S. On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," " ," "Memory Stick Duo," " PRO Duo," " "MagicGate," " ," "Memory Stick ," ...• "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • DVD-R, DVD+R DL, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW logo are trademarks. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories...
.... Furthermore, ™ and "®" are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the U.S. On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," " ," "Memory Stick Duo," " PRO Duo," " "MagicGate," " ," "Memory Stick ," ...• "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • DVD-R, DVD+R DL, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW logo are trademarks. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories...