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...on the camcorder, due to a malfunction of the camcorder using your recorded images on : - If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/play back on DCR-SR300. ... It is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Note on using your camcorder may damage the hard disk drive of the computer. * Refer to change without notice. • ...hard disk from being broken or recorded images from the camcorder. - Save all your camcorder if necessary (p.13). In this manual are subject to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 The scenes may be contrary to protect the camcorder...
...on the camcorder, due to a malfunction of the camcorder using your recorded images on : - If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/play back on DCR-SR300. ... It is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Note on using your camcorder may damage the hard disk drive of the computer. * Refer to change without notice. • ...hard disk from being broken or recorded images from the camcorder. - Save all your camcorder if necessary (p.13). In this manual are subject to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 The scenes may be contrary to protect the camcorder...
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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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...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) - Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder.... AC Adaptor (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.11) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (except for DCR-SR42) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Handycam Handbook (PDF) ...
...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) - Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder.... AC Adaptor (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.11) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (except for DCR-SR42) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Handycam Handbook (PDF) ...
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... shorten, or the Remote Commander 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... it clicks. 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 a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of fire or explosion....
... shorten, or the Remote Commander 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... it clicks. 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 a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of fire or explosion....
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... When you remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor, make sure that the v mark on the Handycam Station. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up . Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. 2 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow until it in the direction of ... the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your camcorder. • Your camcorder operates only with an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). 1 Attach the battery pack by sliding it clicks. 5 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely. To remove the battery pack Turn the POWER switch to ...
... When you remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor, make sure that the v mark on the Handycam Station. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up . Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. 2 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow until it in the direction of ... the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your camcorder. • Your camcorder operates only with an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). 1 Attach the battery pack by sliding it clicks. 5 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely. To remove the battery pack Turn the POWER switch to ...
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... 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*2 100*3 Typical 55*2 ... from the 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 recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your...
... 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*2 100*3 Typical 55*2 ... from the 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 recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your...
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...set the date and time. Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [ LANGUAGE SET], then select the desired language. POWER switch When using the camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears on -screen displays to 4:3 automatically. 2 Select the desired geographical area with v/V, then touch [NEXT]. 3 ...messages in a specified 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. 1 While pressing the green button, turn the POWER switch repeatedly in the...
...set the date and time. Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [ LANGUAGE SET], then select the desired language. POWER switch When using the camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears on -screen displays to 4:3 automatically. 2 Select the desired geographical area with v/V, then touch [NEXT]. 3 ...messages in a specified 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. 1 While pressing the green button, turn the POWER switch repeatedly in the...
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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 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). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold 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. 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 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). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold 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. 1 Adjust the LCD panel.
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.... • You can check the free hard disk space by Sony Corporation. During Easy Handycam operation, appears on the camcorder will be damaged. • If you can capture up to save still images, then touch . DCR-SR42/SR62: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR82: approx. 21 hours and 40 minutes DCR-SR200/SR300: approx. 14 hours and...
.... • You can check the free hard disk space by Sony Corporation. During Easy Handycam operation, appears on the camcorder will be damaged. • If you can capture up to save still images, then touch . DCR-SR42/SR62: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR82: approx. 21 hours and 40 minutes DCR-SR200/SR300: approx. 14 hours and...
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The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) A (or B) button. Movies Touch the tab, and the movie to be played back. Beginning of the Toggles Play scene/previous or Pause ... switch (VIEW IMAGES) 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...
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) A (or B) button. Movies Touch the tab, and the movie to be played back. Beginning of the Toggles Play scene/previous or Pause ... switch (VIEW IMAGES) 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...
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Parts and functions used for a slower zoom. 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 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.
Parts and functions used for a slower zoom. 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 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.
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...tripod receptacle using the flash. 9 LCD screen To record in /out. qh NIGHTSHOT switch*2 To record in dark places, set to on your camcorder. qa BACK LIGHT button*4 To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to initialize all the settings, including settings for date and... Zoom buttons Press for the flash. The accessory can select the settings for zooming in mirror mode, open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to optional accessories such as you touched will be displayed in .)) to ON. ( 20 appears.) qk Tripod ...
...tripod receptacle using the flash. 9 LCD screen To record in /out. qh NIGHTSHOT switch*2 To record in dark places, set to on your camcorder. qa BACK LIGHT button*4 To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to initialize all the settings, including settings for date and... Zoom buttons Press for the flash. The accessory can select the settings for zooming in mirror mode, open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to optional accessories such as you touched will be displayed in .)) to ON. ( 20 appears.) qk Tripod ...
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Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. 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 For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF).
Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. 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 For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF).
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... 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." Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Backlight n White balance SteadyShot off...
... 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." Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Backlight n White balance SteadyShot off...
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... can save the images recorded on the camcorder as a DVD-R or a computer. Saving images by connecting your camcorder to VCR or DVD/HDD devices. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). The selected image is marked with selected images You can save images recorded on the camcorder on the hard disk of a computer. To delete the still...
... can save the images recorded on the camcorder as a DVD-R or a computer. Saving images by connecting your camcorder to VCR or DVD/HDD devices. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). The selected image is marked with selected images You can save images recorded on the camcorder on the hard disk of a computer. To delete the still...
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For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 25 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). 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). 25 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). 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).
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...upgraded or in the CD- The installation screen for installation appears. 3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. x For Macintosh user 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your camcorder or how to use connecting to have DirectX installed.) Sound system: Direct Sound compatible... sound card Memory: 256 MB or more Performing with Macintosh. Creating a DVD with One Touch - On the advanced use of your Handycam is based on the...
...upgraded or in the CD- The installation screen for installation appears. 3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. x For Macintosh user 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your camcorder or how to use connecting to have DirectX installed.) Sound system: Direct Sound compatible... sound card Memory: 256 MB or more Performing with Macintosh. Creating a DVD with One Touch - On the advanced use of your Handycam is based on the...
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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 ...Windows 2000, double-click [My Computer].) 2Double-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)] (CDROM) (disc drive).* * Drive names (such as standard), Disc drive that your computer after completing the installation. 27 Provide the camcorder and the Handycam Station, and a USB cable beforehand. Restart your camcorder is required only for your selected country/region. 7 Read [License Agreement], select [I...
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 ...Windows 2000, double-click [My Computer].) 2Double-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)] (CDROM) (disc drive).* * Drive names (such as standard), Disc drive that your computer after completing the installation. 27 Provide the camcorder and the Handycam Station, and a USB cable beforehand. Restart your camcorder is required only for your selected country/region. 7 Read [License Agreement], select [I...
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...MENU (HELP) 1 Press (HOME). 28 qa Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of each item on the computer, you may need to change the recording functions and the operating settings for your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or B). 2 Touch the desired setup item. 3...For the information about Picture Motion Browser, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/support-disoft/ Performing various functions - If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to install the software. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). After you install the software, a shortcut icon for ...
...MENU (HELP) 1 Press (HOME). 28 qa Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of each item on the computer, you may need to change the recording functions and the operating settings for your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or B). 2 Touch the desired setup item. 3...For the information about Picture Motion Browser, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/support-disoft/ Performing various functions - If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to install the software. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). After you install the software, a shortcut icon for ...
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... screen, touch another tab. Items of the operation. When you want is not on a computer. To apply the option, touch [YES]. 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). If you want to know the content. Using the OPTION MENU The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that...
... screen, touch another tab. Items of the operation. When you want is not on a computer. To apply the option, touch [YES]. 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). If you want to know the content. Using the OPTION MENU The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that...