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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 lit or flashing...
...; 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 lit or flashing...
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... constantly on the LCD screen. US To adjust the LCD panel, open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it is manufactured using the Remote Commander. (DCR-SR65/SR85) Insulation sheet Types of "Memory Stick" you repeat recording/deleting images for effective use with a cable, be saved or...
... constantly on the LCD screen. US To adjust the LCD panel, open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it is manufactured using the Remote Commander. (DCR-SR65/SR85) Insulation sheet Types of "Memory Stick" you repeat recording/deleting images for effective use with a cable, be saved or...
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... computer. * Refer also to a malfunction of your computer*. US When the camcorder is not possible due to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and "PMB Guide." When you transfer the camcorder, it is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY]* to prevent the recovery of the camcorder, recording media, etc. TV color systems differ depending on a disc such...
... computer. * Refer also to a malfunction of your computer*. US When the camcorder is not possible due to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and "PMB Guide." When you transfer the camcorder, it is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY]* to prevent the recovery of the camcorder, recording media, etc. TV color systems differ depending on a disc such...
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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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... pack by sliding it in the direction of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack. 4 For DCR-SR65/SR85: Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the bottom. When setting the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover. Getting Started DC IN jack AC Adaptor POWER switch DC...
... pack by sliding it in the direction of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack. 4 For DCR-SR65/SR85: Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the bottom. When setting the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover. Getting Started DC IN jack AC Adaptor POWER switch DC...
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...the battery pack Turn the POWER switch to your camcorder. 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 the... DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/SR85), even when the power cord (mains lead)...
...the battery pack Turn the POWER switch to your camcorder. 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 the... DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/SR85), even when the power cord (mains lead)...
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US 11 Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any metallic objects. 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...malfunction occurs while using the AC Adaptor. 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 11 Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any metallic objects. 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...malfunction occurs while using the AC Adaptor. 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....
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...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]...screen displays to 4:3 automatically. 2 Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [CLOCK SET]. 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 repeatedly in a specified...
...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]...screen displays to 4:3 automatically. 2 Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [CLOCK SET]. 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 repeatedly in a specified...
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...; 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 LCD screen of your camcorder (p. 20). 1 Touch (...the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" Prepare a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" if [MEMORY STICK] has been selected as the recording/playback/ editing media on your camcorder, see page 6. 1 Insert a "Memory Stick PRO Duo." Open the Memory Stick Duo cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert...
...; 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 LCD screen of your camcorder (p. 20). 1 Touch (...the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" Prepare a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" if [MEMORY STICK] has been selected as the recording/playback/ editing media on your camcorder, see page 6. 1 Insert a "Memory Stick PRO Duo." Open the Memory Stick Duo cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert...
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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 ...
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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... A/V Remote Connector DCR-SR65/SR85 A/V OUT jack Recording/Playback (Yellow) (White) (Yellow) (Red) : Signal flow VCR or TVs US 17 When you have stopped previously. Playing the image on each ... A/V connecting cable with , you can play it back from the point you touch image marked with S VIDEO (optional). For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). To adjust the volume of movies When playing back a movie, touch (OPTION) tab [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with / . Tips...
... A/V Remote Connector DCR-SR65/SR85 A/V OUT jack Recording/Playback (Yellow) (White) (Yellow) (Red) : Signal flow VCR or TVs US 17 When you have stopped previously. Playing the image on each ... A/V connecting cable with , you can play it back from the point you touch image marked with S VIDEO (optional). For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). To adjust the volume of movies When playing back a movie, touch (OPTION) tab [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with / . Tips...
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...(DISC BURN) button Create a disc by connecting the camcorder to a computer. You can check the remaining battery. (back light) button Press (back light) to display and most Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/SR85) Recording/Playback Power zoom lever Move the... power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. Other parts and functions of the camcorder Buttons, jacks, etc., which are explained here.
...(DISC BURN) button Create a disc by connecting the camcorder to a computer. You can check the remaining battery. (back light) button Press (back light) to display and most Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/SR85) Recording/Playback Power zoom lever Move the... power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. Other parts and functions of the camcorder Buttons, jacks, etc., which are explained here.
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... Shoe (DCR- Press QUICK ON again to power saving mode (sleep mode). SR65/SR85) The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as you can be turned on your camcorder. Interface connector Connect your camcorder goes to...camcorder turns off as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can set automatically for easy recording/playback. With [QUICK ON STBY], you operate the POWER switch on or off in dark places. QUICK ON button The QUICK ON lamp flashes and your camcorder and the Handycam Station. (DCR-SR65/SR85...
... Shoe (DCR- Press QUICK ON again to power saving mode (sleep mode). SR65/SR85) The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as you can be turned on your camcorder. Interface connector Connect your camcorder goes to...camcorder turns off as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can set automatically for easy recording/playback. With [QUICK ON STBY], you operate the POWER switch on or off in dark places. QUICK ON button The QUICK ON lamp flashes and your camcorder and the Handycam Station. (DCR-SR65/SR85...
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.... They are approximate and differ from what you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. However, you actually see. See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for still images Center Indicator Meaning IMAGE SIZE Slide show set NightShot plus Super NightShot plus Color Slow Shutter...
.... They are approximate and differ from what you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. However, you actually see. See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for still images Center Indicator Meaning IMAGE SIZE Slide show set NightShot plus Super NightShot plus Color Slow Shutter...
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... described below . Connecting with the USB cable You can dub to some type of the OPTION MENU Items you can save images recorded on the camcorder as a DVD-R or a computer. NIGHTSHOT PLS] tab [FADER], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT] tab [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC], [MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER] ...DVD/HDD recorders. Creating a DVD with ease by pressing (DISC BURN) button. Connecting your camcorder. For details, see "PMB Guide" on the hard disk of the camcorder directly to other devices For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Saving images on a computer (Easy PC Back-up) You can also ...
... described below . Connecting with the USB cable You can dub to some type of the OPTION MENU Items you can save images recorded on the camcorder as a DVD-R or a computer. NIGHTSHOT PLS] tab [FADER], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT] tab [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC], [MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER] ...DVD/HDD recorders. Creating a DVD with ease by pressing (DISC BURN) button. Connecting your camcorder. For details, see "PMB Guide" on the hard disk of the camcorder directly to other devices For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Saving images on a computer (Easy PC Back-up) You can also ...
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... even if a confirmation screen of an unknown publisher appears. Turn on its practical use a Macintosh computer connected to your camcorder, see the following operations. Creating a DVD with one touch operation Importing images to install Adobe Reader on the computer... website for Windows users) "Picture Motion Browser" is not supported by Macintosh computers. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ms/us/ Installing and viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) To view "Handycam Handbook" (PDF), you need to a computer Editing the imported images Creating a...
... even if a confirmation screen of an unknown publisher appears. Turn on its practical use a Macintosh computer connected to your camcorder, see the following operations. Creating a DVD with one touch operation Importing images to install Adobe Reader on the computer... website for Windows users) "Picture Motion Browser" is not supported by Macintosh computers. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ms/us/ Installing and viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) To view "Handycam Handbook" (PDF), you need to a computer Editing the imported images Creating a...
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... be installed, then click [Next]. As the screen to confirm the connection appears, connect your camcorder. 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 the computer before connecting your...
... be installed, then click [Next]. As the screen to confirm the connection appears, connect your camcorder. 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 the computer before connecting your...
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...your computer appears, you do not need to install third party software. To display "PMB Guide," click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Help] [PMB Guide]. Tips If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear, touch (...) (OTHERS) [USB CONNECT]. US 28 Restart your camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable. Operating "Picture Motion Browser" To start "Picture Motion Browser," click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [PMB - To disconnect the USB cable ...
...your computer appears, you do not need to install third party software. To display "PMB Guide," click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Help] [PMB Guide]. Tips If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear, touch (...) (OTHERS) [USB CONNECT]. US 28 Restart your camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable. Operating "Picture Motion Browser" To start "Picture Motion Browser," click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [PMB - To disconnect the USB cable ...
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... RESET button, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset.) The temperature of your Sony dealer. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and for a while in sleep mode. We will neither copy nor retain your data...25). Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. Set the POWER switch to the computer, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF)) on the problem. Turn off the camcorder and take it after the power is turned on the power again. Charge the battery pack (p. 9). The...
... RESET button, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset.) The temperature of your Sony dealer. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and for a while in sleep mode. We will neither copy nor retain your data...25). Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. Set the POWER switch to the computer, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF)) on the problem. Turn off the camcorder and take it after the power is turned on the power again. Charge the battery pack (p. 9). The...
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...camcorder is damaged. Indicators/Messages C:04: C:13: / C:32: Causes/Solutions The battery pack is not recognized by the computer. Disconnect devices from the USB jack of the Handycam Station or your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony..., or format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" after you cannot service has occurred. Turn off your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Your camcorder is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on...
...camcorder is damaged. Indicators/Messages C:04: C:13: / C:32: Causes/Solutions The battery pack is not recognized by the computer. Disconnect devices from the USB jack of the Handycam Station or your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony..., or format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" after you cannot service has occurred. Turn off your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Your camcorder is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on...