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3-098-548-11(1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
3-098-548-11(1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
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... different from that interference will not occur in accordance with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause...Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. However, there is subject to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used with the limits for help. Declaration of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - Notes DCR-SR42, DCR-SR62, DCR-SR82, DCR-SR200 and DCR...
... different from that interference will not occur in accordance with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause...Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. However, there is subject to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used with the limits for help. Declaration of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - Notes DCR-SR42, DCR-SR62, DCR-SR82, DCR-SR200 and DCR...
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...Picture Motion Browser (Software) - Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) NP-FH60 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR200/SR300) Handycam Station (1) (p.11) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.25) USB cable (1) (p.27) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p.26) - Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ... (1) (except for DCR-SR42) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 9 The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder.
...Picture Motion Browser (Software) - Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) NP-FH60 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR200/SR300) Handycam Station (1) (p.11) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.25) USB cable (1) (p.27) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p.26) - Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ... (1) (except for DCR-SR42) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 9 The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder.
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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 recording time 115*2 120*3 95*2... Adaptor Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then connect the AC Adaptor directly to the DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be supplied from the ...
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 recording time 115*2 120*3 95*2... Adaptor Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then connect the AC Adaptor directly to the DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be supplied from the ...
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... is in the default setting. 15 To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Still Images Press PHOTO lightly to open (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82). • For DCR-SR200/SR300, the lens cover opens and closes automatically. 2 Turn the POWER switch until the respective lamp lights up. Recording... Lens cover switch (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) START/STOP A Recording/Playback POWER switch PHOTO [STBY] t [REC] START/STOP B EASY button Flashing t Lights up 1 Slide the lens cover ...
... is in the default setting. 15 To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Still Images Press PHOTO lightly to open (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82). • For DCR-SR200/SR300, the lens cover opens and closes automatically. 2 Turn the POWER switch until the respective lamp lights up. Recording... Lens cover switch (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) START/STOP A Recording/Playback POWER switch PHOTO [STBY] t [REC] START/STOP B EASY button Flashing t Lights up 1 Slide the lens cover ...
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..., your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. • You can capture up to 3 still images by pressing PHOTO during Easy Handycam operation. • You can check the free hard disk space by Sony Corporation. DCR-SR42/SR62: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR82: approx.... 21 hours and 40 minutes DCR-SR200/SR300: approx. 14 hours and 30 minutes To ...
..., your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. • You can capture up to 3 still images by pressing PHOTO during Easy Handycam operation. • You can check the free hard disk space by Sony Corporation. DCR-SR42/SR62: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR82: approx.... 21 hours and 40 minutes DCR-SR200/SR300: approx. 14 hours and 30 minutes To ...
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Move the power zoom lever slightly 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 faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in microphone Records sound. 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 Parts and functions used for a slower zoom.
Move the power zoom lever slightly 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 faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in microphone Records sound. 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 Parts and functions used for a slower zoom.
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Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. 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 For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF).
Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. 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 For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF).
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... Flash MICREF LEVEL low WIDE 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 Duo." Indicators when you can check...
... Flash MICREF LEVEL low WIDE 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 Duo." Indicators when you can check...
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... SET]/[SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET]*4 GENERAL SET [DEMO MODE], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [REMOTE CTRL]*3, [DROP SENSOR] *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 You can set the item during Easy Handycam operation (p.16). *5 DCR-SR300 *6 [SOUND SETTINGS] (during Easy Handycam operation (p.16)) 30 Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the situation...
... SET]/[SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET]*4 GENERAL SET [DEMO MODE], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [REMOTE CTRL]*3, [DROP SENSOR] *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 You can set the item during Easy Handycam operation (p.16). *5 DCR-SR300 *6 [SOUND SETTINGS] (during Easy Handycam operation (p.16)) 30 Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the situation...
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...; The file is damaged. • The file is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you cannot service has occurred. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:13:ss / C:32:ss • Remove...C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is not a malfunction. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. • Turn on the LCD screen, check the following. Warning indicators Menu items are grayed out. • There are some ...
...; The file is damaged. • The file is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you cannot service has occurred. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:13:ss / C:32:ss • Remove...C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is not a malfunction. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. • Turn on the LCD screen, check the following. Warning indicators Menu items are grayed out. • There are some ...
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...- If sand or dust gets in your camcorder gets wet, it . Doing so might cause heat to temperatures above substances on your camcorder with plenty of children's reach. wash off any liquid that may have it checked by a Sony dealer before storing it run such as hammering,... dropping or stepping on the product. This is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately (DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300). •...
...- If sand or dust gets in your camcorder gets wet, it . Doing so might cause heat to temperatures above substances on your camcorder with plenty of children's reach. wash off any liquid that may have it checked by a Sony dealer before storing it run such as hammering,... dropping or stepping on the product. This is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately (DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300). •...
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... camcorder at all. However, even if the pre-installed rechargeable battery is recommended that you are fingerprints on the lens surface. - 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 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Hard Disk DCR-SR42/SR62 30 GB DCR-SR82 60 GB DCR-SR200/SR300 40 GB When measuring media...
... camcorder at all. However, even if the pre-installed rechargeable battery is recommended that you are fingerprints on the lens surface. - 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 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Hard Disk DCR-SR42/SR62 30 GB DCR-SR82 60 GB DCR-SR200/SR300 40 GB When measuring media...
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.... 3 040 000 pixels Effective (Still, 16:9) Approx. 2 280 000 pixels Lens DCR-SR42 Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Optical:40 ×, Digital:80 ×, 2 000 × Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in.) DCR-SR62/SR82 Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Optical:25 ×, Digital:50 ×, 2 000 ×...Color temperature [AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5 800 K) Minimum illumination DCR-SR42 3 lx (lux) (when [AUTO SLW SHUTTR] is set to [ON], Shutter speed 1/30 second) 0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus function) DCR-SR62/SR82 4 lx (lux) (when [AUTO SLW SHUTTR] is set to [ON], Shutter speed 1/30 second...
.... 3 040 000 pixels Effective (Still, 16:9) Approx. 2 280 000 pixels Lens DCR-SR42 Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Optical:40 ×, Digital:80 ×, 2 000 × Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in.) DCR-SR62/SR82 Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Optical:25 ×, Digital:50 ×, 2 000 ×...Color temperature [AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5 800 K) Minimum illumination DCR-SR42 3 lx (lux) (when [AUTO SLW SHUTTR] is set to [ON], Shutter speed 1/30 second) 0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus function) DCR-SR62/SR82 4 lx (lux) (when [AUTO SLW SHUTTR] is set to [ON], Shutter speed 1/30 second...
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... (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...
... (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...
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...DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 4.9 wh (680 mAh) Dimensions (Approx.) 31.8 × 18.5 × 45.0 mm (1 5/16 × 3/4 × 1 13/16 in.)(w×h×d) Mass (Approx.) 45 g (1.6 oz) Operating temperature 0°C to + 40°C (32°F to change without notice. Handycam...+ 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Type Li-ion Design and specifications are subject to 104°F) 38 Type Li-ion NP-FH60 (DCR-SR200/SR300) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 7.2 wh (1 000 mAh) Dimensions (Approx.) 31.8 × 33.3 ...
...DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 4.9 wh (680 mAh) Dimensions (Approx.) 31.8 × 18.5 × 45.0 mm (1 5/16 × 3/4 × 1 13/16 in.)(w×h×d) Mass (Approx.) 45 g (1.6 oz) Operating temperature 0°C to + 40°C (32°F to change without notice. Handycam...+ 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Type Li-ion Design and specifications are subject to 104°F) 38 Type Li-ion NP-FH60 (DCR-SR200/SR300) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 7.2 wh (1 000 mAh) Dimensions (Approx.) 31.8 × 33.3 ...