Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)
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...against defects in material or workmanship for the time periods and as fuses or batteries). Labor: For a period of ninety days from your product, Visit Sony's Web Site: www.sony.com/support Or call : 1-800-488-SONY (7669) Repair / Replacement Warranty: This Limited Warranty shall apply to any ... with the Product. Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, "refurbished" means a product or part that such data, software, or other than Sony or a Sony Retailer. This Limited Warranty is valid only in the Product; DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ...
...against defects in material or workmanship for the time periods and as fuses or batteries). Labor: For a period of ninety days from your product, Visit Sony's Web Site: www.sony.com/support Or call : 1-800-488-SONY (7669) Repair / Replacement Warranty: This Limited Warranty shall apply to any ... with the Product. Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, "refurbished" means a product or part that such data, software, or other than Sony or a Sony Retailer. This Limited Warranty is valid only in the Product; DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ...
Operating Instructions
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Refer to rain or moisture. 2) do not place objects filled with liquids, such as sunshine, fire or the like. ACSerial No. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as vases, on the apparatus. Model No. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of electric shock ... the bottom. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, 1) do not expose the unit to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Refer to rain or moisture. 2) do not place objects filled with liquids, such as sunshine, fire or the like. ACSerial No. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as vases, on the apparatus. Model No. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of electric shock ... the bottom. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, 1) do not expose the unit to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
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...conditions: (1) This device may result. You can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. CAUTION Battery pack If the battery pack is still supplied to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may cause undesired operation. For customers in a narrow space, such as described...wall outlet (wall socket) when using your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of the FCC Rules. Note on it. Do not short circuit and do not expose...
...conditions: (1) This device may result. You can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. CAUTION Battery pack If the battery pack is still supplied to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may cause undesired operation. For customers in a narrow space, such as described...wall outlet (wall socket) when using your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of the FCC Rules. Note on it. Do not short circuit and do not expose...
Operating Instructions
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... [On] even if the camcorder is set [Airplane Mode] to [On] (HDR-GW77V). To view your camcorder. The image data that appear constantly on the country/region. LCD Panel The LCD screen is lit or flashing removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from images and screen indicators that actually appear...
... [On] even if the camcorder is set [Airplane Mode] to [On] (HDR-GW77V). To view your camcorder. The image data that appear constantly on the country/region. LCD Panel The LCD screen is lit or flashing removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from images and screen indicators that actually appear...
Operating Instructions
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...for about 5 minutes. Before opening the cover, perform the procedure described in "Cleaning after use within 60 minutes, and do not open the battery/ memory card/jack cover before using the camcorder under /near water. This camcorder sinks in Scene Selection to shoot underwater with the... using the camcorder under/near water Always clean the camcorder with water after using the camcorder under/near water". Open the battery/memory card/jack cover with less distortion (p. 47). If water drops or other matter lodged around the buttons. Sand or water may...
...for about 5 minutes. Before opening the cover, perform the procedure described in "Cleaning after use within 60 minutes, and do not open the battery/ memory card/jack cover before using the camcorder under /near water. This camcorder sinks in Scene Selection to shoot underwater with the... using the camcorder under/near water Always clean the camcorder with water after using the camcorder under/near water". Open the battery/memory card/jack cover with less distortion (p. 47). If water drops or other matter lodged around the buttons. Sand or water may...
Operating Instructions
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...frame around the zoom buttons, etc. This may lead to corrosion or discoloration, and degradation of the camcorder after you replace or charge the battery, or you should confirm before use to drain. Bubbles may adhere to [Beach], [Underwater], or [Snow]. About the message displayed... on the screen The following message will appear on the battery/ memory card/jack cover with a soft dry cloth. This camcorder is placed under water. Allow the camcorder to drain water. Do not...
...frame around the zoom buttons, etc. This may lead to corrosion or discoloration, and degradation of the camcorder after you replace or charge the battery, or you should confirm before use to drain. Bubbles may adhere to [Beach], [Underwater], or [Snow]. About the message displayed... on the screen The following message will appear on the battery/ memory card/jack cover with a soft dry cloth. This camcorder is placed under water. Allow the camcorder to drain water. Do not...
Operating Instructions
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...-proof performance of the camcorder 9 Parts and controls 14 Getting started Supplied items 16 Charging the battery pack 17 Charging the battery using your computer 19 Charging the battery pack abroad 21 Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 22 Changing the language...quality of movies (Recording mode 34 Capturing smiles automatically (Smile Shutter 34 Shooting panoramic photos 34 Recording information on your location (GPS) (HDR-GW77V 36 Playing images on a TV 36 Editing Editing on your camcorder 38 Deleting movies and photos 38 Dividing a movie 38 Capturing a photo...
...-proof performance of the camcorder 9 Parts and controls 14 Getting started Supplied items 16 Charging the battery pack 17 Charging the battery using your computer 19 Charging the battery pack abroad 21 Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 22 Changing the language...quality of movies (Recording mode 34 Capturing smiles automatically (Smile Shutter 34 Shooting panoramic photos 34 Recording information on your location (GPS) (HDR-GW77V 36 Playing images on a TV 36 Editing Editing on your camcorder 38 Deleting movies and photos 38 Dividing a movie 38 Capturing a photo...
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... Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 52 Expected recording time of movies 53 Expected number of recordable photos 54 About handling of your camcorder 55 Specifications 58 END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA FOR VIDEO CAMERA RECORDER PRODUCTS (HDR-GW77V 60 Screen indicators 64 Index 65 US 13
... Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 52 Expected recording time of movies 53 Expected number of recordable photos 54 About handling of your camcorder 55 Specifications 58 END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA FOR VIDEO CAMERA RECORDER PRODUCTS (HDR-GW77V 60 Screen indicators 64 Index 65 US 13
Operating Instructions
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... receptacle Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)). Speaker Cover lock lever (17) Battery slot (17) Battery release lever (17) US 15
... receptacle Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)). Speaker Cover lock lever (17) Battery slot (17) Battery release lever (17) US 15
Operating Instructions
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... (1) To attach the Wrist strap Loop for the Wrist strap Power cord (Mains lead) (1) HDMI cable (1) USB cable (Micro USB cable) (1) Wrist strap (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1/battery case (1) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) Notes The "PlayMemories Home" (Lite Version) software and "PlayMemories Home Help Guide" are the supplied quantity. Getting...
... (1) To attach the Wrist strap Loop for the Wrist strap Power cord (Mains lead) (1) HDMI cable (1) USB cable (Micro USB cable) (1) Wrist strap (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1/battery case (1) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) Notes The "PlayMemories Home" (Lite Version) software and "PlayMemories Home Help Guide" are the supplied quantity. Getting...
Operating Instructions
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Battery release lever Battery US 17 Charging the battery pack 1 Close the LCD screen. 2 Open the battery/memory card/ jack cover. To open the battery/memory card/jack cover, slide and hold the cover lock lever (), then slide the cover down slightly () and flip it open (). Getting started 3 Insert the battery. Insert the battery while pressing and holding the battery release lever.
Battery release lever Battery US 17 Charging the battery pack 1 Close the LCD screen. 2 Open the battery/memory card/ jack cover. To open the battery/memory card/jack cover, slide and hold the cover lock lever (), then slide the cover down slightly () and flip it open (). Getting started 3 Insert the battery. Insert the battery while pressing and holding the battery release lever.
Operating Instructions
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...58563; USB plug (small) 5 Close the battery/memory card/ jack cover. Flip the battery/memory card/jack cover back (), then slide () and close the cover firmly until the yellow mark of your camcorder. You cannot use a Sony CP‑AH2R, CP‑AL, or AC‑...;UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately) to save battery power ([Power Save] p. 49). US 18 USB plug (big) To the wall ...
...58563; USB plug (small) 5 Close the battery/memory card/ jack cover. Flip the battery/memory card/jack cover back (), then slide () and close the cover firmly until the yellow mark of your camcorder. You cannot use a Sony CP‑AH2R, CP‑AL, or AC‑...;UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately) to save battery power ([Power Save] p. 49). US 18 USB plug (big) To the wall ...
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Getting started Charging the battery using your computer 1 Close the LCD screen. 2 Open the battery/memory card/ jack cover. To open the battery/memory card/jack cover, slide and hold the cover lock lever (), then slide the cover down slightly () and flip it open (). 3 Connect the camcorder to a running computer using the USB cable. USB cable To the wall outlet (wall socket) US 19
Getting started Charging the battery using your computer 1 Close the LCD screen. 2 Open the battery/memory card/ jack cover. To open the battery/memory card/jack cover, slide and hold the cover lock lever (), then slide the cover down slightly () and flip it open (). 3 Connect the camcorder to a running computer using the USB cable. USB cable To the wall outlet (wall socket) US 19
Operating Instructions
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...the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor or a computer which is recommended that you charge the battery in the battery while copying images from the camcorder, etc. Insert the battery into the camcorder before connecting it to a power supply either by connecting the camcorder to the ...cable during playback, the USB connection screen appears. It is compatible with your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable, so that the battery does not fall out. You can also connect your computer: 200 min The charging times shown above are measured when charging the...
...the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor or a computer which is recommended that you charge the battery in the battery while copying images from the camcorder, etc. Insert the battery into the camcorder before connecting it to a power supply either by connecting the camcorder to the ...cable during playback, the USB connection screen appears. It is compatible with your camcorder to a computer using the USB cable, so that the battery does not fall out. You can also connect your computer: 200 min The charging times shown above are measured when charging the...
Operating Instructions
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... not be displayed correctly depending on the AC Adaptor Do not short-circuit the USB jack or the battery terminal with your camcorder. Your camcorder cannot display the remaining battery life in minutes using your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. US...and the USB plug firmly, and then disconnect the USB cable. Recording time, Playing time (p. 52) Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with a metallic object while the USB cable and the AC Adaptor are...
... not be displayed correctly depending on the AC Adaptor Do not short-circuit the USB jack or the battery terminal with your camcorder. Your camcorder cannot display the remaining battery life in minutes using your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. US...and the USB plug firmly, and then disconnect the USB cable. Recording time, Playing time (p. 52) Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with a metallic object while the USB cable and the AC Adaptor are...
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Inserting a memory card Open the battery/memory card/jack cover, and insert the memory card until it clicks. The [Preparing image database file. microSD memory card: Insert the memory card ...
Inserting a memory card Open the battery/memory card/jack cover, and insert the memory card until it clicks. The [Preparing image database file. microSD memory card: Insert the memory card ...
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..., right, and left edges of images when played back on a TV which is not compatible with [Guide Frame] set to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 24) is lit or flashing The media icon in the upper right of the LCD screen is recommended...
..., right, and left edges of images when played back on a TV which is not compatible with [Guide Frame] set to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 24) is lit or flashing The media icon in the upper right of the LCD screen is recommended...
Operating Instructions
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... recording modes. Refer to display information on icons with functions convenient for recording. To display items on the LCD screen. Zoom, Remaining battery Counter (hour: minute: second), Capturing a photo, Recording/playback/editing media (24) Tracking focus cancel button Intelligent Auto button: the camcorder detects the...
... recording modes. Refer to display information on icons with functions convenient for recording. To display items on the LCD screen. Zoom, Remaining battery Counter (hour: minute: second), Capturing a photo, Recording/playback/editing media (24) Tracking focus cancel button Intelligent Auto button: the camcorder detects the...
Operating Instructions
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... Event View screen To the MENU screen Event name To the previous event Change to the movie/ photo recording mode * HDR-GW77V To go back to the Event View screen Previous/next Remaining battery To the Map View screen* Events To play back short movies (Highlight Playback) To the next event Time-line...
... Event View screen To the MENU screen Event name To the previous event Change to the movie/ photo recording mode * HDR-GW77V To go back to the Event View screen Previous/next Remaining battery To the Map View screen* Events To play back short movies (Highlight Playback) To the next event Time-line...
Operating Instructions
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... "Expanded Feature" for the built-in "PlayMemories Home" software. You cannot restore images once they are included in advance. Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from the memory card. If you want to be deleted and select . US 38 Save important movies and photos...
... "Expanded Feature" for the built-in "PlayMemories Home" software. You cannot restore images once they are included in advance. Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from the memory card. If you want to be deleted and select . US 38 Save important movies and photos...