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...; Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR-SR65/ SR85) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 26) Picture Motion Browser (Software) PMB Guide Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) Using the camcorder The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed...
...; Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR-SR65/ SR85) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 26) Picture Motion Browser (Software) PMB Guide Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) Using the camcorder The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed...
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...appears on the LCD screen (p. 30). Do not turn on the camcorder in any way. Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. (DCR-SR65/SR85) Insulation sheet Types of the camcorder may not be recognized, or recording may not be possible. To ...protect the internal hard disk from the camcorder. Apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder. When connecting your images...
...appears on the LCD screen (p. 30). Do not turn on the camcorder in any way. Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. (DCR-SR65/SR85) Insulation sheet Types of the camcorder may not be recognized, or recording may not be possible. To ...protect the internal hard disk from the camcorder. Apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder. When connecting your images...
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... from being lost, save the image data on the operating system of the computer. * Refer also to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and "PMB Guide." It is recommended that you dispose of the camcorder, it is connected to a computer Do not try to format the hard disk of the... recorded images on -screen displays in this manual are based on DCRSR85. The screenshots are from the hard disk. Also, you save all your camcorder if necessary (p. 12). Change the screen language before using a computer. PRO-HG Duo") * Marked with Mark2 or not are available. A ...
... from being lost, save the image data on the operating system of the computer. * Refer also to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and "PMB Guide." It is recommended that you dispose of the camcorder, it is connected to a computer Do not try to format the hard disk of the... recorded images on -screen displays in this manual are based on DCRSR85. The screenshots are from the hard disk. Also, you save all your camcorder if necessary (p. 12). Change the screen language before using a computer. PRO-HG Duo") * Marked with Mark2 or not are available. A ...
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... setting 12 Step 3: Selecting the media 13 Recording/Playback Recording 15 Playback 16 Playing the image on a TV 17 Other parts and functions of the camcorder 18 Indicators displayed during recording/ playback 20 Performing various functions -
... setting 12 Step 3: Selecting the media 13 Recording/Playback Recording 15 Playback 16 Playing the image on a TV 17 Other parts and functions of the camcorder 18 Indicators displayed during recording/ playback 20 Performing various functions -
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... setting the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover. Open the jack cover and connect the DC plug of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (the default setting). The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. US Getting Started Step 1: Charging the battery pack DCR-SR65/SR85 CHG lamp Battery...
... setting the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover. Open the jack cover and connect the DC plug of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (the default setting). The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. US Getting Started Step 1: Charging the battery pack DCR-SR65/SR85 CHG lamp Battery...
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Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the DC plug and the Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/ SR85) or your camcorder (DCR-SR45/ SR46). Tips For DCR-SR65/SR85: Same as the AC Adaptor is connected to OFF (CHG) and make sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 12)/ACCESS ... time 100 110 Typical recording time 50 50 Playback time 120 140 (Unit:min.) DCR-SR65/SR85 125 90 105 45 50 120 140 Top: When the media is set to your camcorder or the Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/SR85), even when the power cord (mains lead) is fully charged. Slide the BATT...
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the DC plug and the Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/ SR85) or your camcorder (DCR-SR45/ SR46). Tips For DCR-SR65/SR85: Same as the AC Adaptor is connected to OFF (CHG) and make sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 12)/ACCESS ... time 100 110 Typical recording time 50 50 Playback time 120 140 (Unit:min.) DCR-SR65/SR85 125 90 105 45 50 120 140 Top: When the media is set to your camcorder or the Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/SR85), even when the power cord (mains lead) is fully charged. Slide the BATT...
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Getting Started On the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor. US ... Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using the AC Adaptor. This may cause a malfunction. Even if your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug...
Getting Started On the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor. US ... Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using the AC Adaptor. This may cause a malfunction. Even if your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug...
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...the button on the media, and can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the LCD screen. 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 ... the arrow until the respective lamp lights up. (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images Go to step 3 when you turn on your camcorder for the first time. When you turn off the operation beeps by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] [BEEP] ...
...the button on the media, and can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the LCD screen. 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 ... the arrow until the respective lamp lights up. (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images Go to step 3 when you turn on your camcorder for the first time. When you turn off the operation beeps by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] [BEEP] ...
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...hard disk or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" as the media. Hard disk Movie Still image "Memory Stick" Notes You can use in your camcorder. When you want to set. 4 Touch [YES] . The media setting screen appears. 60min 3 Select the media you want to change, reselect...default setting) is as follows (approx): The internal hard disk: DCR-SR45: 10 hours 40 minutes DCR-SR46/SR65: 14 hours 30 minutes DCR-SR85: 21 hours 50 minutes "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (4 GB) made by Sony Corporation: 80 minutes Check the number of recordable still images on the...
...hard disk or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" as the media. Hard disk Movie Still image "Memory Stick" Notes You can use in your camcorder. When you want to set. 4 Touch [YES] . The media setting screen appears. 60min 3 Select the media you want to change, reselect...default setting) is as follows (approx): The internal hard disk: DCR-SR45: 10 hours 40 minutes DCR-SR46/SR65: 14 hours 30 minutes DCR-SR85: 21 hours 50 minutes "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (4 GB) made by Sony Corporation: 80 minutes Check the number of recordable still images on the...
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... the movie to be played back. Slide show button Stop (goes to the VISUAL Reverse/Forward INDEX screen) US 16 Goes to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press the (VIEW IMAGES) (or ) button. Playback You can play back images recorded on the LCD screen. (It may take some seconds.) 3 Start...
... the movie to be played back. Slide show button Stop (goes to the VISUAL Reverse/Forward INDEX screen) US 16 Goes to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press the (VIEW IMAGES) (or ) button. Playback You can play back images recorded on the LCD screen. (It may take some seconds.) 3 Start...
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...DCR-SR65/SR85 A/V OUT jack Recording/Playback (Yellow) (White) (Yellow) (Red) : Signal flow VCR or TVs US 17 To adjust the volume of movies When playing back a movie, touch (OPTION) tab [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with / . Tips appears with the image on a TV Connect your camcorder... to the input jack of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). When you touch image marked with , you can ...
...DCR-SR65/SR85 A/V OUT jack Recording/Playback (Yellow) (White) (Yellow) (Red) : Signal flow VCR or TVs US 17 To adjust the volume of movies When playing back a movie, touch (OPTION) tab [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with / . Tips appears with the image on a TV Connect your camcorder... to the input jack of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). When you touch image marked with , you can ...
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...of the screw must be displayed in .)) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw. EASY button Press EASY to display and most Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/SR85) Recording/Playback Power zoom lever Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. US When you touch the screen... while the power is set to on. You can switch the screen display when you touched will be displayed in the center of the camcorder Buttons, jacks, etc., which are not explained in microphone Zoom buttons Press for backlit subjects. When you press while the power...
...of the screw must be displayed in .)) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw. EASY button Press EASY to display and most Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/SR85) Recording/Playback Power zoom lever Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. US When you touch the screen... while the power is set to on. You can switch the screen display when you touched will be displayed in the center of the camcorder Buttons, jacks, etc., which are not explained in microphone Zoom buttons Press for backlit subjects. When you press while the power...
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... The QUICK ON lamp flashes and your camcorder goes to recording standby in sleep mode. ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder and the Handycam Station. (DCR-SR65/SR85) US 19 Your camcorder returns to power saving mode (sleep mode...). With [QUICK ON STBY], you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Interface connector Connect your camcorder is writing/ reading data. SR65/SR85) The Active ...
... The QUICK ON lamp flashes and your camcorder goes to recording standby in sleep mode. ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder and the Handycam Station. (DCR-SR65/SR85) US 19 Your camcorder returns to power saving mode (sleep mode...). With [QUICK ON STBY], you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Interface connector Connect your camcorder is writing/ reading data. SR65/SR85) The Active ...
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See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for still images Center Indicator Meaning IMAGE SIZE Slide show set NightShot plus Super NightShot plus Color Slow Shutter PictBridge connecting Warning ... and time is recorded automatically on the media. However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. They are approximate and differ from what you actually see. Recording/Playback Indicators when you made changes Following indicators appear during playback.
See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for still images Center Indicator Meaning IMAGE SIZE Slide show set NightShot plus Super NightShot plus Color Slow Shutter PictBridge connecting Warning ... and time is recorded automatically on the media. However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. They are approximate and differ from what you actually see. Recording/Playback Indicators when you made changes Following indicators appear during playback.
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...you can save images recorded on the hard disk of a computer. Creating a DVD with selected images You can save images imported to your camcorder to other devices For details, see "PMB Guide" on a computer (Easy PC Back-up) You can also edit those images. Creating... a DVD with the A/V connecting cable You can save images recorded on the camcorder on your camcorder. Connecting with One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn) You can dub to VCRs, DVD/HDD recorders. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). tab [FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [TELE MACRO], [EXPOSURE], [...
...you can save images recorded on the hard disk of a computer. Creating a DVD with selected images You can save images imported to your camcorder to other devices For details, see "PMB Guide" on a computer (Easy PC Back-up) You can also edit those images. Creating... a DVD with the A/V connecting cable You can save images recorded on the camcorder on your camcorder. Connecting with One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn) You can dub to VCRs, DVD/HDD recorders. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). tab [FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [TELE MACRO], [EXPOSURE], [...
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...(supplied) in the disc drive of your computer. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ms/us/ Installing and viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) To view "Handycam Handbook" (PDF), you need to install Adobe Reader on your camcorder, see the following operations. Creating a DVD with the ... CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your camcorder and its bottom surface. Click [Exit] [Exit], then remove the CDROM from the disc drive of your Handycam, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. To view "Handycam Handbook" (PDF), double click "Handbook.pdf." Operation is...
...(supplied) in the disc drive of your computer. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ms/us/ Installing and viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) To view "Handycam Handbook" (PDF), you need to install Adobe Reader on your camcorder, see the following operations. Creating a DVD with the ... CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your camcorder and its bottom surface. Click [Exit] [Exit], then remove the CDROM from the disc drive of your Handycam, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. To view "Handycam Handbook" (PDF), double click "Handbook.pdf." Operation is...
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... click [Next]. As the screen to confirm the connection appears, connect your camcorder to the computer. For DCR-SR65/SR85: Connect the AC Adaptor to the Handycam Station and a wall outlet (wall socket). Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then turn the POWER switch to turn on. Connect the (USB...
... click [Next]. As the screen to confirm the connection appears, connect your camcorder to the computer. For DCR-SR65/SR85: Connect the AC Adaptor to the Handycam Station and a wall outlet (wall socket). Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then turn the POWER switch to turn on. Connect the (USB...
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...[YES] on the computer, you do not need to install third party software. Picture Motion Browser]. For the basic operation of your camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable. Operating "Picture Motion Browser" To start "Picture Motion Browser," click [Start] [All Programs] ...; [Sony Picture Utility] [PMB - US 28 Restart your computer after completing the installation. It may need to restart it at this time...
...[YES] on the computer, you do not need to install third party software. Picture Motion Browser]. For the basic operation of your camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable. Operating "Picture Motion Browser" To start "Picture Motion Browser," click [Start] [All Programs] ...; [Sony Picture Utility] [PMB - US 28 Restart your computer after completing the installation. It may need to restart it at this time...
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...AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it for repair. Your camcorder gets warm. This is turned on. Turn off your camcorder to the computer, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and for a long time. The power does not turn on the... AC Adaptor to troubleshoot the problem. US 29 Troubleshooting Turn off your camcorder, use the following table to the wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 9). Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you have just shot on the media. However, your Sony dealer will be ready to (Movie) or (Still) (p. 12). ...
...AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it for repair. Your camcorder gets warm. This is turned on. Turn off your camcorder to the computer, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and for a long time. The power does not turn on the... AC Adaptor to troubleshoot the problem. US 29 Troubleshooting Turn off your camcorder, use the following table to the wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 9). Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you have just shot on the media. However, your Sony dealer will be ready to (Movie) or (Still) (p. 12). ...
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... the computer. Disconnect devices from the computer and the Handycam Station, and restart the computer, then connect the computer and your camcorder again in a cool place. The temperature of the Handycam Station or your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Your camcorder is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). Use an "InfoLITHIUM...
... the computer. Disconnect devices from the computer and the Handycam Station, and restart the computer, then connect the computer and your camcorder again in a cool place. The temperature of the Handycam Station or your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Your camcorder is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). Use an "InfoLITHIUM...