Handycam® Handbook
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4-170-094-11(1) DCR-SR68/SR88/SX43/ SX44/SX63 Digital Video Camera Recorder "Handycam" Handbook Table of contents 8 Getting started 11 Recording/Playback 20 Making good use of your 36 camcorder Saving images with an 45 external device Customizing your 53 camcorder Additional information 71 Quick reference 92 2010 Sony Corporation
4-170-094-11(1) DCR-SR68/SR88/SX43/ SX44/SX63 Digital Video Camera Recorder "Handycam" Handbook Table of contents 8 Getting started 11 Recording/Playback 20 Making good use of your 36 camcorder Saving images with an 45 external device Customizing your 53 camcorder Additional information 71 Quick reference 92 2010 Sony Corporation
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...constantly on -screen displays in each local language are used for the memory card you use a memory card with your camcorder for the first time, formatting the memory card with this first Supplied items The numbers in ( ) are ...the supplied quantity. AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam...
...constantly on -screen displays in each local language are used for the memory card you use a memory card with your camcorder for the first time, formatting the memory card with this first Supplied items The numbers in ( ) are ...the supplied quantity. AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam...
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... the desired medium (DCR- Pushing the plug forcibly into the lens. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. Also, you do so, your camcorder may not operate correctly. When connecting your camcorder may not play back...Note on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder or battery pack becomes extremely high or extremely low, you save your image data using a computer. SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63) ...on a disc such as a DVD-R using genuine Sony accessories. Availability of such products is equipped with a cable, be ...
... the desired medium (DCR- Pushing the plug forcibly into the lens. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. Also, you do so, your camcorder may not operate correctly. When connecting your camcorder may not play back...Note on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder or battery pack becomes extremely high or extremely low, you save your image data using a computer. SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63) ...on a disc such as a DVD-R using genuine Sony accessories. Availability of such products is equipped with a cable, be ...
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.... In this manual, the internal hard disk (DCRSR68/SR88), the internal memory (DCR-SX44/ SX63) of your camcorder and memory card are called "recording media." Design and specifications of your camcorder The model name is shown in this manual when there is a difference in...for illustration purposes are captured using the camcorder at high altitudes (DCR-SR68/SR88) Do not turn on the bottom of your camcorder and accessories are lit or flashing When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do not crash the camcorder against an object. Do...
.... In this manual, the internal hard disk (DCRSR68/SR88), the internal memory (DCR-SX44/ SX63) of your camcorder and memory card are called "recording media." Design and specifications of your camcorder The model name is shown in this manual when there is a difference in...for illustration purposes are captured using the camcorder at high altitudes (DCR-SR68/SR88) Do not turn on the bottom of your camcorder and accessories are lit or flashing When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do not crash the camcorder against an object. Do...
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... Getting started (p. 11) Prepare the power source and memory card. US Recording movies and photos (p. 20) Recording movies p. 22 Changing the recording mode (p. 25) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 67) Shooting photos p. 23 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 27 Playing images on a TV ...
... Getting started (p. 11) Prepare the power source and memory card. US Recording movies and photos (p. 20) Recording movies p. 22 Changing the recording mode (p. 25) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 67) Shooting photos p. 23 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 27 Playing images on a TV ...
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...Excessive zooming will make movies that you can make a time-lapse recording or record subjects in dim light, such as you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to the microphone than the recorded person. Stay still at the end of... function is effective against camera-shake, however, it is closer to your body. Stabilize yourself, move the camcorder. By always carrying spare batteries, you not move your camcorder horizontally as scenes of voices, since the recording person is essential that may make the scene look stable. Narrate...
...Excessive zooming will make movies that you can make a time-lapse recording or record subjects in dim light, such as you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to the microphone than the recorded person. Stay still at the end of... function is effective against camera-shake, however, it is closer to your body. Stabilize yourself, move the camcorder. By always carrying spare batteries, you not move your camcorder horizontally as scenes of voices, since the recording person is essential that may make the scene look stable. Narrate...
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... media 17 Selecting the recording media for movies (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63).. . . . . 17 Selecting the recording media for photos (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63).. . . . . 17 Inserting a memory card 18 Recording/Playback Recording 20 Recording movies 22... Shooting photos 23 Useful functions for recording movies and photos 25 Zooming 25 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...
... media 17 Selecting the recording media for movies (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63).. . . . . 17 Selecting the recording media for photos (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63).. . . . . 17 Inserting a memory card 18 Recording/Playback Recording 20 Recording movies 22... Shooting photos 23 Useful functions for recording movies and photos 25 Zooming 25 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...
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... Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 36 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 38 Dividing a movie 39 Capturing a photo from a movie 40 Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63 41 Dubbing movies 41 Copying ... 47 Creating a disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 49 Creating a disc with a recorder, etc 50 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 53 Operating menus 53 Using MY MENU 54 Using the OPTION MENU 55 Menu lists 56 MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene...
... Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 36 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 38 Dividing a movie 39 Capturing a photo from a movie 40 Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63 41 Dubbing movies 41 Copying ... 47 Creating a disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 49 Creating a disc with a recorder, etc 50 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 53 Operating menus 53 Using MY MENU 54 Using the OPTION MENU 55 Menu lists 56 MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for 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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...pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder is on, you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you can check the approximate amount of remaining...50 °F to 86 °F) is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder. Tips See page 80 on recording and playing time. When your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Align the mark on the DC plug with that ...
...pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder is on, you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you can check the approximate amount of remaining...50 °F to 86 °F) is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder. Tips See page 80 on recording and playing time. When your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Align the mark on the DC plug with that ...
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...flashes during charging under the following conditions: The battery pack is not attached correctly. The battery pack is damaged. The temperature of the battery pack is high. DCR-SR68/SR88 DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 To use an electronic voltage transformer. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder... without any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder and put it in any operation for...
...flashes during charging under the following conditions: The battery pack is not attached correctly. The battery pack is damaged. The temperature of the battery pack is high. DCR-SR68/SR88 DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 To use an electronic voltage transformer. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder... without any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder and put it in any operation for...
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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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... on. To turn on , and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the LCD screen. To set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour. US 15 ...Getting started Step 2: Turning the power on your camcorder. When an item is open, press POWER. POWER button MODE lamp 2 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT]. The clock starts. If...
... on. To turn on , and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the LCD screen. To set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour. US 15 ...Getting started Step 2: Turning the power on your camcorder. When an item is open, press POWER. POWER button MODE lamp 2 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT]. The clock starts. If...
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... TIME] . You can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on -screen displays to [OFF], turn off your camcorder by touching (MENU) [Show others] [SOUND/DISP SET] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [BEEP] [OFF] ...calibrate the touch panel (p. 89). The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is set to show messages in a specified language. Changing the language setting You can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD...
... TIME] . You can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on -screen displays to [OFF], turn off your camcorder by touching (MENU) [Show others] [SOUND/DISP SET] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [BEEP] [OFF] ...calibrate the touch panel (p. 89). The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is set to show messages in a specified language. Changing the language setting You can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD...
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...MEDIA SET]. DCR-SX43: DCR-SX44/SX63: DCR-SR68/SR88: Memory card * Internal memory * Internal hard disk Memory card Memory card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are displayed on the screen of recordable photos. US 17 You can be used differs depending on your camcorder. The recording... See page 81 for the recordable time of movies. See page 81 for the number of your camcorder. Selecting the recording media for movies (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63) Touch (MENU) [Show others ] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category...
...MEDIA SET]. DCR-SX43: DCR-SX44/SX63: DCR-SR68/SR88: Memory card * Internal memory * Internal hard disk Memory card Memory card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are displayed on the screen of recordable photos. US 17 You can be used differs depending on your camcorder. The recording... See page 81 for the recordable time of movies. See page 81 for the number of your camcorder. Selecting the recording media for movies (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63) Touch (MENU) [Show others ] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category...
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... not, either can be used with your camcorder. Types of up to 32 GB are referred to work with "Memory Stick PRO" media compatible equipment. Do not attach a label or the like on memory card (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). Types of "Memory Stick" media that you use "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media of the screen...
... not, either can be used with your camcorder. Types of up to 32 GB are referred to work with "Memory Stick PRO" media compatible equipment. Do not attach a label or the like on memory card (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). Types of "Memory Stick" media that you use "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media of the screen...
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DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 Recording/Playback 2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 15). You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE. DCR-SR68/SR88 MODE button DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When shooting a photo MODE button (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When shooting a photo US 21 Your camcorder turns on. To turn on your camcorder. Press MODE to light up the desired recording mode lamp.
DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 Recording/Playback 2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 15). You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE. DCR-SR68/SR88 MODE button DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When shooting a photo MODE button (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When shooting a photo US 21 Your camcorder turns on. To turn on your camcorder. Press MODE to light up the desired recording mode lamp.
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... recording. The maximum continuous recordable time of the LCD screen. You cannot operate your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/playback modes. DCR-SR68/SR88 DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 START/STOP button [STBY] [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. You can stop recording ... The icons and indicators on the LCD panel will take several seconds until you can start recording after you turn on your camcorder during this time. US 22 To display the icons and indicators again, touch anywhere on the screen except the rec & zoom buttons ...
... recording. The maximum continuous recordable time of the LCD screen. You cannot operate your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/playback modes. DCR-SR68/SR88 DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 START/STOP button [STBY] [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. You can stop recording ... The icons and indicators on the LCD panel will take several seconds until you can start recording after you turn on your camcorder during this time. US 22 To display the icons and indicators again, touch anywhere on the screen except the rec & zoom buttons ...
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... of the LCD screen is flashing Tips When a face is detected, a white frame appears and the image quality around the face is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished. DCR-SX43: Memory card DCR-SX44/SX63: Internal memory DCR-SR68/SR88: Internal hard disk... pixel display. US 23 They are recorded automatically on changing the recording media (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). However, this time, do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition are not displayed during...
... of the LCD screen is flashing Tips When a face is detected, a white frame appears and the image quality around the face is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished. DCR-SX43: Memory card DCR-SX44/SX63: Internal memory DCR-SR68/SR88: Internal hard disk... pixel display. US 23 They are recorded automatically on changing the recording media (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). However, this time, do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition are not displayed during...
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... lever, the operation sound of the media may be recorded. You cannot change , depending on the LCD screen. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is set to the T (Telephoto) side. Be sure to [SP]. In the default setting, [ REC MODE] is an...
... lever, the operation sound of the media may be recorded. You cannot change , depending on the LCD screen. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is set to the T (Telephoto) side. Be sure to [SP]. In the default setting, [ REC MODE] is an...