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... to your computer*. In this manual are based on DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are used for the contents of recordings cannot be stopped. In addition to the above, when you destroy the actual body of the camcorder. About language setting • The on-screen displays ...can save your recordings on a TV, you may vary depending on the operating system of the computer. * Refer to the camcorder. to apply mechanical shock or vibration to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 On recording • Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image ...
... to your computer*. In this manual are based on DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are used for the contents of recordings cannot be stopped. In addition to the above, when you destroy the actual body of the camcorder. About language setting • The on-screen displays ...can save your recordings on a TV, you may vary depending on the operating system of the computer. * Refer to the camcorder. to apply mechanical shock or vibration to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 On recording • Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image ...
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...) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (except for DCR-SR42) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Picture Motion Browser (Software) - Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This...
...) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (except for DCR-SR42) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Picture Motion Browser (Software) - Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This...
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Power supply You can use your camcorder in fire. 10 AC-L200/L200B [a] [b] On the Remote Commander (except for DCR-SR42) Using the Remote Commander for the first time Remove the insulation sheet before using the AC Adaptor supplied with your fingernail into the Remote... wall outlet [b]. • When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Commander 1 While pressing on the tab, inset your camcorder within the AC 100 V to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Tab WARNING Battery may not function properly.
Power supply You can use your camcorder in fire. 10 AC-L200/L200B [a] [b] On the Remote Commander (except for DCR-SR42) Using the Remote Commander for the first time Remove the insulation sheet before using the AC Adaptor supplied with your fingernail into the Remote... wall outlet [b]. • When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Commander 1 While pressing on the tab, inset your camcorder within the AC 100 V to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Tab WARNING Battery may not function properly.
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... battery pack. NP-FH40: (Unit:min.) DCR-SR42 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...from the battery as long as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet immediately if any metallic objects. To charge the battery pack...
... battery pack. NP-FH40: (Unit:min.) DCR-SR42 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...from the battery as long as between a wall and furniture. • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet immediately if any metallic objects. To charge the battery pack...
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Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to the camcorder POWER switch 2 90 degrees (max.) 16:9 (wide) 4:3 * Except for DCR-SR42). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 14 Step 4: Preparing for recording 2 180 degrees (max.) 1 90 degrees to select the desired screen aspect ratio (except for DCR-SR42. 1 Adjust the LCD panel.
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to the camcorder POWER switch 2 90 degrees (max.) 16:9 (wide) 4:3 * Except for DCR-SR42). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 14 Step 4: Preparing for recording 2 180 degrees (max.) 1 90 degrees to select the desired screen aspect ratio (except for DCR-SR42. 1 Adjust the LCD panel.
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... Stick Duo" made by pressing PHOTO during Easy Handycam operation. Your camcorder returns to a "Memory Stick Duo." Otherwise, image data may be automatically operated so that you want to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). DCR-SR42/SR62: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR82: approx. 21 hours and 40 minutes...
... Stick Duo" made by pressing PHOTO during Easy Handycam operation. Your camcorder returns to a "Memory Stick Duo." Otherwise, image data may be automatically operated so that you want to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). DCR-SR42/SR62: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR82: approx. 21 hours and 40 minutes...
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Move it further for a slower zoom. 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. 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.
Move it further for a slower zoom. 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. 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). 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 Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer.
For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 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 Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer.
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...displayed while recording. Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Backlight n White balance SteadyShot off Drop sensor activated Meaning Slide show set NightShot plus*4 NightShot*1 Super NightShot plus*4 Super ...SELECT*2 WIDE SELECT*3 Meaning FADER LCD backlight off Drop sensor off EXPOSURE/ SPOT METER TELE MACRO ZEBRA*1 *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 • The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the hard disk and "Memory Stick...
...displayed while recording. Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Backlight n White balance SteadyShot off Drop sensor activated Meaning Slide show set NightShot plus*4 NightShot*1 Super NightShot plus*4 Super ...SELECT*2 WIDE SELECT*3 Meaning FADER LCD backlight off Drop sensor off EXPOSURE/ SPOT METER TELE MACRO ZEBRA*1 *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 • The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the hard disk and "Memory Stick...
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... DC plug of the AC Adaptor to files) Slow flashing • The file is damaged. • The file is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you turn on your camcorder while the lens cover is unreadable. 32 C:13:ss / C:32:ss • Remove the power source. E:20:ss / ... (Warning indicator pertaining to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your camcorder securely (p.11). This is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. • Turn on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If the problem persists even after you cannot...
... DC plug of the AC Adaptor to files) Slow flashing • The file is damaged. • The file is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you turn on your camcorder while the lens cover is unreadable. 32 C:13:ss / C:32:ss • Remove the power source. E:20:ss / ... (Warning indicator pertaining to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your camcorder securely (p.11). This is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. • Turn on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If the problem persists even after you cannot...
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... If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, it is used in your camcorder, it on your eyes, wash with rubber or vinyl objects for example, and operate it run such as by a Sony dealer before storing it any liquid gets in the sun. Using chemicals such as ...of water and consult a doctor. LCD screen • Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen. This is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately (DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: - If sand or dust gets in a cold place, a residual image may appear...
... If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, it is used in your camcorder, it on your eyes, wash with rubber or vinyl objects for example, and operate it run such as by a Sony dealer before storing it any liquid gets in the sun. Using chemicals such as ...of water and consult a doctor. LCD screen • Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen. This is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately (DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: - If sand or dust gets in a cold place, a residual image may appear...
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... as you operate your camcorder about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder after charging the preinstalled rechargeable battery. System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator DCR-SR200/SR300 Dolby Digital ...; To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as at all. Use your camcorder at the seaside. • Store in the following instances: - Recording format Movie MPEG2-PS Still image Exif *1 Ver.2.2 Recording time DCR-SR42/SR62 HQ: Approx. 440 min SP: Approx. 650 min LP: Approx....
... as you operate your camcorder about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder after charging the preinstalled rechargeable battery. System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator DCR-SR200/SR300 Dolby Digital ...; To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as at all. Use your camcorder at the seaside. • Store in the following instances: - Recording format Movie MPEG2-PS Still image Exif *1 Ver.2.2 Recording time DCR-SR42/SR62 HQ: Approx. 440 min SP: Approx. 650 min LP: Approx....
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...176;C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F) Dimensions (Approx.) DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 73 × 72 × 109 mm (2 7/8 × 2 7/8 × 4 3/8 in.) (w×h×d) including the projecting...camcorder's setting information at load impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) USB output jack mini-B REMOTE jack (except for DCR-SR42) Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) LCD screen Picture DCR-SR42 6.2 cm (2.5 type) DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of Sony...
...176;C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F) Dimensions (Approx.) DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 73 × 72 × 109 mm (2 7/8 × 2 7/8 × 4 3/8 in.) (w×h×d) including the projecting...camcorder's setting information at load impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) USB output jack mini-B REMOTE jack (except for DCR-SR42) Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) LCD screen Picture DCR-SR42 6.2 cm (2.5 type) DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of Sony...
