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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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...Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR200 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Notes DCR-SR42, DCR-SR62, DCR-SR82, DCR-SR200 and DCR... different from that may cause undesired operation. For the State of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which...
...Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR200 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Notes DCR-SR42, DCR-SR62, DCR-SR82, DCR-SR200 and DCR... different from that may cause undesired operation. For the State of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which...
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...screen (p.32). to apply mechanical shock or vibration to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 When the camcorder is not possible due to remove the battery pack or AC...DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are used for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is connected to a computer • Do not try to format the hard disk of the camcorder using the camcorder... malfunction of the computer. * Refer to the camcorder. Note on using a computer. The scenes may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder. About language setting • The on-screen ...
...screen (p.32). to apply mechanical shock or vibration to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 When the camcorder is not possible due to remove the battery pack or AC...DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are used for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is connected to a computer • Do not try to format the hard disk of the camcorder using the camcorder... malfunction of the computer. * Refer to the camcorder. Note on using a computer. The scenes may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder. About language setting • The on-screen ...
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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. Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual)... (1) 9 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. Picture Motion Browser (Software) - Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) NP-FH60 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR200/SR300) Handycam Station (1) ...
...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) "Operating Guide" (This manual)... (1) 9 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. Picture Motion Browser (Software) - Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) NP-FH60 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR200/SR300) Handycam Station (1) ...
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...an "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. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up . Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack. BATT (battery) release lever... the battery pack Turn the POWER switch to the DC IN jack on the DC plug is facing up and charging starts. 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 ...
...an "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. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up . Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack. BATT (battery) release lever... the battery pack Turn the POWER switch to the DC IN jack on the DC plug is facing up and charging starts. 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 ...
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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...the charging/recording/playback time • Times measured when using your camcorder is turned off the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p.13). • The power will be shorter when you use your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is connected to the DC...
... 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...the charging/recording/playback time • Times measured when using your camcorder is turned off the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p.13). • The power will be shorter when you use your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is connected to the DC...
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...camcorder returns to save still images, then touch . • 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. 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 Sony Corporation. To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY ...
...camcorder returns to save still images, then touch . • 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. 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 Sony Corporation. To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY ...
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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 a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in microphone Records sound. Move it further for a slower zoom. 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.
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 a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in microphone Records sound. Move it further for a slower zoom. 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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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). 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
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...on the supplied CD-ROM, you can save images recorded on the camcorder on the hard disk of a computer. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Creating a DVD with selected images You can save images recorded on the camcorder directly to a DVD with ease. Creating a DVD with One Touch ...You can save the images recorded on the camcorder as a DVD-R or a computer. Saving images by connecting your computer on a DVD. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Saving images Deleting images Recorded images are stored on the internal hard disk of image you want to delete, then ...
...on the supplied CD-ROM, you can save images recorded on the camcorder on the hard disk of a computer. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Creating a DVD with selected images You can save images recorded on the camcorder directly to a DVD with ease. Creating a DVD with One Touch ...You can save the images recorded on the camcorder as a DVD-R or a computer. Saving images by connecting your computer on a DVD. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Saving images Deleting images Recorded images are stored on the internal hard disk of image you want to delete, then ...
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For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 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. 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). 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. 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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..." appears. 4 Select desired language and select the model name of your camcorder or how to use of your Handycam, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. ROM from the disc drive of your computer. OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional, or Windows XP ...(PDF) and "Picture Motion Browser" (Software) are contained. Creating a DVD Install the above OS has been upgraded or in the disc drive of "Handycam Handbook" appears on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the CD- Operation is printed on a computer by following the...
..." appears. 4 Select desired language and select the model name of your camcorder or how to use of your Handycam, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. ROM from the disc drive of your computer. OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional, or Windows XP ...(PDF) and "Picture Motion Browser" (Software) are contained. Creating a DVD Install the above OS has been upgraded or in the disc drive of "Handycam Handbook" appears on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the CD- Operation is printed on a computer by following the...
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...computers fulfilling the above system requirements. • Picture Motion Browser does not support 5.1ch surround sound reproduction. Provide the camcorder and the Handycam Station, and a USB cable beforehand. The installation screen appears. However, imported images and images on a DVD created... may differ depending on your OS. 1 Confirm that can burn DVDs (CD-ROM drive required for software installation) • Even in uneven playback. Recording/Playback Hard disk: Available free hard disk space for installation required: Approximately 600 MB (for creating a DVD, 5 GB or...
...computers fulfilling the above system requirements. • Picture Motion Browser does not support 5.1ch surround sound reproduction. Provide the camcorder and the Handycam Station, and a USB cable beforehand. The installation screen appears. However, imported images and images on a DVD created... may differ depending on your OS. 1 Confirm that can burn DVDs (CD-ROM drive required for software installation) • Even in uneven playback. Recording/Playback Hard disk: Available free hard disk space for installation required: Approximately 600 MB (for creating a DVD, 5 GB or...
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...] (Picture Motion Browser), appear on the HOME MENU (HELP) 1 Press (HOME). 28 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 ... the grayed items in the current recording/playback situation. 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 - " HOME" and "...qa Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of each item on the desktop. q;
...] (Picture Motion Browser), appear on the HOME MENU (HELP) 1 Press (HOME). 28 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 ... the grayed items in the current recording/playback situation. 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 - " HOME" and "...qa Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of each item on the desktop. q;
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.../playback status of the (HELP) button turns orange. 3 Touch the item you rightclick the mouse on the screen. 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). To apply the option, touch [YES]. The bottom of your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen. 2 Touch the desired item. 3 Change the setting, then touch . • When the...
.../playback status of the (HELP) button turns orange. 3 Touch the item you rightclick the mouse on the screen. 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). To apply the option, touch [YES]. The bottom of your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen. 2 Touch the desired item. 3 Change the setting, then touch . • When the...
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... SET]/[SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET]*4 GENERAL SET [DEMO MODE], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [REMOTE CTRL]*3, [DROP SENSOR] *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.16)) 30 Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the...
... SET]/[SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET]*4 GENERAL SET [DEMO MODE], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [REMOTE CTRL]*3, [DROP SENSOR] *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.16)) 30 Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the...
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... check a minimum amount of the camcorder is turned on the hard disk will be ready to the wall outlet (p.11). • Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely (p.11). For details on the power again, or use the following table to initialize or change the current hard disk of your Sony dealer. You cannot make new recording...
... check a minimum amount of the camcorder is turned on the hard disk will be ready to the wall outlet (p.11). • Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely (p.11). For details on the power again, or use the following table to initialize or change the current hard disk of your Sony dealer. You cannot make new recording...
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...Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the screen. C:04:00 C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is not a malfunction. Lights appear on the screen even if the lens cover is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you turn on your camcorder... Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. This is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. If the problem persists even after you cannot activate simultaneously. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. • Turn on your Sony ...
...Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the screen. C:04:00 C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is not a malfunction. Lights appear on the screen even if the lens cover is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you turn on your camcorder... Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. This is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. If the problem persists even after you cannot activate simultaneously. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. • Turn on your Sony ...
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Handycam Station DCRA-C171 Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10 pin connector ... (32°F to 104°F) Type Li-ion Design and specifications are subject 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 ... g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord * See at the label of AC Adaptor for other specifications. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 4.9 wh (680 mAh) Dimensions (Approx.) 31.8 × 18...
Handycam Station DCRA-C171 Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10 pin connector ... (32°F to 104°F) Type Li-ion Design and specifications are subject 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 ... g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord * See at the label of AC Adaptor for other specifications. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 4.9 wh (680 mAh) Dimensions (Approx.) 31.8 × 18...
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... not mentioned in each case in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," " ," "Memory Stick Duo," " PRO Duo," " "MagicGate," " ," "Memory Stick... ," ," "MagicGate Memory Stick" and "MagicGate Memory Stick Duo" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "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 ...
... not mentioned in each case in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," " ," "Memory Stick Duo," " PRO Duo," " "MagicGate," " ," "Memory Stick... ," ," "MagicGate Memory Stick" and "MagicGate Memory Stick Duo" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "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 ...