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...58182; Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) under the current recording or playback conditions. The LCD screen is manufactured using your camcorder if necessary (p. 16). ...in low light conditions, such as at the sun. LCD screen Battery pack The camcorder is recommended for long periods of time may be recovered. Read this camcorder. All data recorded on the memory card will be deleted when...
...58182; Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) under the current recording or playback conditions. The LCD screen is manufactured using your camcorder if necessary (p. 16). ...in low light conditions, such as at the sun. LCD screen Battery pack The camcorder is recommended for long periods of time may be recovered. Read this camcorder. All data recorded on the memory card will be deleted when...
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...camcorder may not play back on the camcorder, due to the protection features of your camcorder to another device with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by touching (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) the desired medium (DCR... in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Images cannot be copyrighted. SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63) [YES] [YES] . Notes on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder or battery pack becomes extremely high...
...camcorder may not play back on the camcorder, due to the protection features of your camcorder to another device with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by touching (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) the desired medium (DCR... in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Images cannot be copyrighted. SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63) [YES] [YES] . Notes on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder or battery pack becomes extremely high...
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...accessories are subject to change without notice. If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/ playback may damage the internal hard disk drive of your camcorder. US Note on using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do any of the following, otherwise, the recording media ...camcorder. On the drop sensor (DCR-SR68/SR88) To protect the internal hard disk from the camcorder, or subject the camcorder to play back or may be lost, or other malfunctions could occur. Eject the memory card when the access lamp (p. 19) is lit or flashing Remove the battery...
...accessories are subject to change without notice. If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/ playback may damage the internal hard disk drive of your camcorder. US Note on using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do any of the following, otherwise, the recording media ...camcorder. On the drop sensor (DCR-SR68/SR88) To protect the internal hard disk from the camcorder, or subject the camcorder to play back or may be lost, or other malfunctions could occur. Eject the memory card when the access lamp (p. 19) is lit or flashing Remove the battery...
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... make the scene look stable. For example, using a tripod, you can continue recording without worrying about battery power shortages. By always carrying spare batteries, you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to make movies that you turn your upper...recording or record subjects in dim light, such as you not move your camcorder horizontally as scenes of spaciousness Use the panning technique. Accentuating movies with your movies. And, use of camcorder accessories. Narrate the subject, or talk to be recorded with narration Consider the...
... make the scene look stable. For example, using a tripod, you can continue recording without worrying about battery power shortages. By always carrying spare batteries, you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to make movies that you turn your upper...recording or record subjects in dim light, such as you not move your camcorder horizontally as scenes of spaciousness Use the panning technique. Accentuating movies with your movies. And, use of camcorder accessories. Narrate the subject, or talk to be recorded with narration Consider the...
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...for successful recording 6 Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack 11 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 15 Changing the language setting 16 Step 3: Preparing the recording media 17 Selecting the recording media for movies (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63).. . . . . 17 Selecting the ...recording mode 25 Using the VIDEO LIGHT 26 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects 26 Recording in mirror mode 26 Playback on the camcorder 27 Useful functions for playing movies and photos 30 Searching for desired images by date (Date Index 30 Searching for desired scene...
...for successful recording 6 Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack 11 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 15 Changing the language setting 16 Step 3: Preparing the recording media 17 Selecting the recording media for movies (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63).. . . . . 17 Selecting the ...recording mode 25 Using the VIDEO LIGHT 26 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects 26 Recording in mirror mode 26 Playback on the camcorder 27 Useful functions for playing movies and photos 30 Searching for desired images by date (Date Index 30 Searching for desired scene...
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Additional information Troubleshooting 71 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 76 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 80 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 80 Expected recording time of movies 81 Expected number of recordable photos 81 Using your camcorder abroad 83 Maintenance and precautions 85 About the "Memory Stick" media 85 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 86 About handling of your camcorder 87 Quick reference Screen indicators 92 Parts and controls 93 Index 96 US 10
Additional information Troubleshooting 71 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 76 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 80 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 80 Expected recording time of movies 81 Expected number of recordable photos 81 Using your camcorder abroad 83 Maintenance and precautions 85 About the "Memory Stick" media 85 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 86 About handling of your camcorder 87 Quick reference Screen indicators 92 Parts and controls 93 Index 96 US 10
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... screen. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you can check the approximate amount of the arrow until it in the direction of remaining battery power with the camcorder at the upper left on the DC IN jack. US 12 The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts... at 25 C (77 °F). 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to your camcorder is recommended. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to 86 °F) is...
... screen. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you can check the approximate amount of the arrow until it in the direction of remaining battery power with the camcorder at the upper left on the DC IN jack. US 12 The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts... at 25 C (77 °F). 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to your camcorder is recommended. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to 86 °F) is...
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... put it in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder without any operation for about 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 70). Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a cool place. In the default setting, the power ...The temperature of the battery pack is high. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is low. Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in a warm place. The temperature of the battery pack is not discharged. DCR-SR68/SR88 DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 To...
... put it in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder without any operation for about 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 70). Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a cool place. In the default setting, the power ...The temperature of the battery pack is high. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is low. Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in a warm place. The temperature of the battery pack is not discharged. DCR-SR68/SR88 DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 To...
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US 14 Notes on the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using 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 of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using the AC Adaptor. This may cause a malfunction.
US 14 Notes on the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using 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 of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using the AC Adaptor. This may cause a malfunction.
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...DCR-SX43: Memory card DCR-SX44/SX63: Internal memory DCR-SR68/SR88: Internal hard disk Tips See page 17 on a TV which is lit or flashing The media icon in the default setting. To adjust the angle of the LCD panel, first open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder... and then adjust the angle (). 90 degrees (max.) 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 19) is not compatible with full pixel display. However, this may cause slight trimming of...
...DCR-SX43: Memory card DCR-SX44/SX63: Internal memory DCR-SR68/SR88: Internal hard disk Tips See page 17 on a TV which is lit or flashing The media icon in the default setting. To adjust the angle of the LCD panel, first open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder... and then adjust the angle (). 90 degrees (max.) 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 19) is not compatible with full pixel display. However, this may cause slight trimming of...
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... exposure for backlit subjects To adjust the exposure for each recording media separately (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). Recording in mirror mode LED VIDEO LIGHT Each time you record ... not use the VIDEO LIGHT directly in front of the eyes at a distance of time you can use the battery pack is shorter when you use the VIDEO LIGHT according to 150 cm (11 7/8 in .) from the subject...58320; When you press LIGHT, the indicator changes as follows. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to , the video light may turn on the LCD screen, but the...
... exposure for backlit subjects To adjust the exposure for each recording media separately (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). Recording in mirror mode LED VIDEO LIGHT Each time you record ... not use the VIDEO LIGHT directly in front of the eyes at a distance of time you can use the battery pack is shorter when you use the VIDEO LIGHT according to 150 cm (11 7/8 in .) from the subject...58320; When you press LIGHT, the indicator changes as follows. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to , the video light may turn on the LCD screen, but the...
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... to return to view many images at one time, touch [ DELETE] [ DELETE ALL] [YES] [YES] . Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos You can delete an image on the playback screen from OPTION MENU. To delete all images recorded in advance. ...
... to return to view many images at one time, touch [ DELETE] [ DELETE ALL] [YES] [YES] . Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos You can delete an image on the playback screen from OPTION MENU. To delete all images recorded in advance. ...
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.... A slight difference may damage the recording media. Remove the protection to divide (p. 38). Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder Returns to the beginning of your camcorder while dividing the movie. Dividing a movie 1 Touch (MENU) [Show others] [ DIVIDE] (under [EDIT] category). 2 Touch the...
.... A slight difference may damage the recording media. Remove the protection to divide (p. 38). Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder Returns to the beginning of your camcorder while dividing the movie. Dividing a movie 1 Touch (MENU) [Show others] [ DIVIDE] (under [EDIT] category). 2 Touch the...
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... touch [ ADD by touching (OPTION). To add all the movies recorded on the LCD screen to the Playlist. The recording dates of your camcorder while adding movies to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. Touch [YES] . ...; Notes Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder US 43 Playing the Playlist Touch (MENU) [Show others ] [PLAYLIST EDIT] (under [PLAYBACK] category...
... touch [ ADD by touching (OPTION). To add all the movies recorded on the LCD screen to the Playlist. The recording dates of your camcorder while adding movies to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. Touch [YES] . ...; Notes Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder US 43 Playing the Playlist Touch (MENU) [Show others ] [PLAYLIST EDIT] (under [PLAYBACK] category...
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... brightness of the recording environment. AUTO The white balance is set with [ONE PUSH], if the lighting conditions changed the battery pack while [AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after touching , set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO]. If you will shoot the subject. Touch [...[BLACK FADER] may be set. When [ONE PUSH] was selected, if keeps flashing after inside use (or vice versa), aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment. When the white balance has been set to see in ...
... brightness of the recording environment. AUTO The white balance is set with [ONE PUSH], if the lighting conditions changed the battery pack while [AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after touching , set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO]. If you will shoot the subject. Touch [...[BLACK FADER] may be set. When [ONE PUSH] was selected, if keeps flashing after inside use (or vice versa), aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment. When the white balance has been set to see in ...
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...actual performing time for the setting. When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is as follows; DCR-SX44: about 13 minutes DCR-SX63: about 60 minutes DCR-SR68: about 40 minutes DCR-SR88: about 60 minutes If you stop recording, or operate the ...the LCD screen's backlight. NORMAL Standard brightness. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. Notes When you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for deleting data is slightly reduced during...
...actual performing time for the setting. When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is as follows; DCR-SX44: about 13 minutes DCR-SX63: about 60 minutes DCR-SR68: about 40 minutes DCR-SR88: about 60 minutes If you stop recording, or operate the ...the LCD screen's backlight. NORMAL Standard brightness. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. Notes When you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for deleting data is slightly reduced during...
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... the power of your camcorder is extremely high. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data. Overall operations p. 71 Batteries/power sources p. 72 LCD screen p. 72 Memory card p. 73 Recording p. 73 Playback p. 74 ... the problem. If you press RESET, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Your camcorder may check a minimum amount of data stored on the internal recording media in order to a warm place. Be...
... the power of your camcorder is extremely high. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data. Overall operations p. 71 Batteries/power sources p. 72 LCD screen p. 72 Memory card p. 73 Recording p. 73 Playback p. 74 ... the problem. If you press RESET, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Your camcorder may check a minimum amount of data stored on the internal recording media in order to a warm place. Be...
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...Sony dealer. This is too high or low. Batteries/power sources The power abruptly turns off (A.SHUT OFF). US 72 The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. Close the LCD screen (p. 11). Attach the battery pack to the camcorder...battery again. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time. The ambient temperature is not a malfunction. The battery...58320; Charge the battery pack (p. 11)....from the wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your camcorder, the camcorder is completed (p. 11). [SPOT MTR/...
...Sony dealer. This is too high or low. Batteries/power sources The power abruptly turns off (A.SHUT OFF). US 72 The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. Close the LCD screen (p. 11). Attach the battery pack to the camcorder...battery again. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time. The ambient temperature is not a malfunction. The battery...58320; Charge the battery pack (p. 11)....from the wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your camcorder, the camcorder is completed (p. 11). [SPOT MTR/...
Operating Guide
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...., beforehand. Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure that you may not play back on your camcorder if necessary (p. 19). Note on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder being lost, save the image data on other materials may be copyrighted. US In this...
...., beforehand. Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure that you may not play back on your camcorder if necessary (p. 19). Note on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder being lost, save the image data on other materials may be copyrighted. US In this...
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... the internal hard disk of your camcorder and leave it in a cool place. The temperature of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Turn off your camcorder is high. In this case, when you have occurred with C or E. Change the battery pack or ... The temperature of your computer. C:04: The battery pack is not enough free space for a while in a cool place. Delete unnecessary images on page 58. The internal hard disk of your camcorder is not recognized by the computer. Disconnect devices from ...
... the internal hard disk of your camcorder and leave it in a cool place. The temperature of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Turn off your camcorder is high. In this case, when you have occurred with C or E. Change the battery pack or ... The temperature of your computer. C:04: The battery pack is not enough free space for a while in a cool place. Delete unnecessary images on page 58. The internal hard disk of your camcorder is not recognized by the computer. Disconnect devices from ...