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...8226; To protect the internal hard disk from the hard disk completely. In addition to the above, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is connected to a computer • Do not try to protect the camcorder may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder, recording media, etc. •... prevent the hard disk from being broken or recorded images from what you need a NTSC system-based TV. • Television programs, films, video tapes, and other accessories are subject to your recorded images on DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are from the camcorder. - to "Handycam Handbook" (...
...8226; To protect the internal hard disk from the hard disk completely. In addition to the above, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is connected to a computer • Do not try to protect the camcorder may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder, recording media, etc. •... prevent the hard disk from being broken or recorded images from what you need a NTSC system-based TV. • Television programs, films, video tapes, and other accessories are subject to your recorded images on DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are from the camcorder. - to "Handycam Handbook" (...
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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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... 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. 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...
... 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. 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...
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In this case, replace the battery with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with the + side facing up. 3 Insert the battery case back into the ... 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 a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Power supply You can use your camcorder in fire. 10 Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary...
In this case, replace the battery with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with the + side facing up. 3 Insert the battery case back into the ... 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 a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Power supply You can use your camcorder in fire. 10 Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary...
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..." 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. 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...
..." 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. 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...
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... POWER switch to 86°F) is recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is connected to [SP]. *2 When the LCD backlight turns on. *3When the LCD backlight... 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 ...
... POWER switch to 86°F) is recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is connected to [SP]. *2 When the LCD backlight turns on. *3When the LCD backlight... 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 ...
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...] t [CLOCK SET], and set the date and time. Changing the language setting You can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the hard disc, and can change the on-screen displays to 4:3 automatically. 2 Select the desired geographical area with v/V, then touch [NEXT]. 3 Set [DST SET] ...aspect ratio is changed to show messages in the direction of the arrow until the respective lamp lights up . 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 the POWER switch...
...] t [CLOCK SET], and set the date and time. Changing the language setting You can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the hard disc, and can change the on-screen displays to 4:3 automatically. 2 Select the desired geographical area with v/V, then touch [NEXT]. 3 Set [DST SET] ...aspect ratio is changed to show messages in the direction of the arrow until the respective lamp lights up . 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 the POWER switch...
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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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...insert the "Memory Stick Duo" into the Memory Stick Duo slot in which you can check the free hard disk space by Sony Corporation. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. • You can change the recording media of ...Do not shake or knock your camcorder is still being written onto the hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." During Easy Handycam operation, appears on the image quality or the image size. DCR-SR42/SR62: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR82: approx. 21 hours and 40 minutes DCR-SR200/SR300: approx. 14 hours...
...insert the "Memory Stick Duo" into the Memory Stick Duo slot in which you can check the free hard disk space by Sony Corporation. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. • You can change the recording media of ...Do not shake or knock your camcorder is still being written onto the hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." During Easy Handycam operation, appears on the image quality or the image size. DCR-SR42/SR62: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR82: approx. 21 hours and 40 minutes DCR-SR200/SR300: approx. 14 hours...
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... 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 be played back. Movies Touch the tab... movie 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.
... 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 be played back. Movies Touch the tab... movie 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.
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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 microphone Records sound. 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
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 microphone Records sound. 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
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... flash. qh NIGHTSHOT switch*2 To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT switch to optional accessories such as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Playback 1 Power zoom lever q; Connecting to other devices 3 A/V OUT jack Connect with the A/V connecting cable. 4 REMOTE jack*3 Connect other optional accessories. 5 Active Interface Shoe *3 The... as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. 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 display ..
... flash. qh NIGHTSHOT switch*2 To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT switch to optional accessories such as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Playback 1 Power zoom lever q; Connecting to other devices 3 A/V OUT jack Connect with the A/V connecting cable. 4 REMOTE jack*3 Connect other optional accessories. 5 Active Interface Shoe *3 The... as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. 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 display ..
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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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Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. They are not displayed while recording. However, you made changes Following indicators appear during playback. 23 Recording/Playback...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 ...
Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. They are not displayed while recording. However, you made changes Following indicators appear during playback. 23 Recording/Playback...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 ...
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... below. Creating a DVD with selected images You can save the image data to your camcorder. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Saving images Deleting images Recorded images are stored on the internal hard disk of your computer on a DVD. You can save the images recorded on the... deleted. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). To delete all still images on the hard disk of image you want to delete, then touch the image to the type of a computer. Creating a DVD with . 4 Touch t [YES] t . Saving images by connecting your camcorder to VCR or DVD/HDD devices...
... below. Creating a DVD with selected images You can save the image data to your camcorder. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Saving images Deleting images Recorded images are stored on the internal hard disk of your computer on a DVD. You can save the images recorded on the... deleted. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). To delete all still images on the hard disk of image you want to delete, then touch the image to the type of a computer. Creating a DVD with . 4 Touch t [YES] t . Saving images by connecting your camcorder to VCR or DVD/HDD devices...
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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 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.
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... on a computer by following system requirements below . When the installation 26 is completed, the short-cut icon of "Handycam Handbook" appears on your computer, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). ROM from the disc drive of your camcorder or how to use connecting to install Adobe Reader on the desktop of your computer. • The model...
... on a computer by following system requirements below . When the installation 26 is completed, the short-cut icon of "Handycam Handbook" appears on your computer, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). ROM from the disc drive of your camcorder or how to use connecting to install Adobe Reader on the desktop of your computer. • The model...
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... Computer]. (For Windows 2000, double-click [My Computer].) 2Double-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)] (CDROM) (disc drive).* * Drive names (such as Administrators for the first time. 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 ...you agree, then click [Next]. 8 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then turn the POWER switch to turn on. 9 Connect the Handycam Station to the AC Adaptor as standard), Disc drive that your camcorder is required only for installation. • Close all...
... Computer]. (For Windows 2000, double-click [My Computer].) 2Double-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)] (CDROM) (disc drive).* * Drive names (such as Administrators for the first time. 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 ...you agree, then click [Next]. 8 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then turn the POWER switch to turn on. 9 Connect the Handycam Station to the AC Adaptor as standard), Disc drive that your camcorder is required only for installation. • Close all...
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...the website, you install the software, a shortcut icon for the customers registration website is not on the desktop. 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 on the screen for your computer....function of your convenience. qa Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of each item on the computer, you register on -screen instructions to install third party software (shown below). http://www.sony.net/registration/di/ • For the information about Picture Motion Browser,...
...the website, you install the software, a shortcut icon for the customers registration website is not on the desktop. 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 on the screen for your computer....function of your convenience. qa Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of each item on the computer, you register on -screen instructions to install third party software (shown below). http://www.sony.net/registration/di/ • For the information about Picture Motion Browser,...
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...Change the setting, then touch . • When the item you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen, touch another tab. 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). Using the OPTION MENU The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you rightclick the mouse ...
...Change the setting, then touch . • When the item you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen, touch another tab. 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). Using the OPTION MENU The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you rightclick the mouse ...