Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)
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... software usage and it will , at its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of the Sony product or product purchased from your exclusive remedies. ® Camcorder LIMITED WARRANTY (US Only) Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the time periods and as fuses or batteries...
... software usage and it will , at its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of the Sony product or product purchased from your exclusive remedies. ® Camcorder LIMITED WARRANTY (US Only) Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the time periods and as fuses or batteries...
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...furniture. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. Operation is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of used battery packs promptly as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun. Do not incinerate.... For more information regarding recycling of the FCC Rules. AC Adaptor Do not use with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your camcorder. Note on it. Do not short circuit and do not expose the battery pack to high temperature above 60°C (140...
...furniture. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. Operation is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of used battery packs promptly as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun. Do not incinerate.... For more information regarding recycling of the FCC Rules. AC Adaptor Do not use with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your camcorder. Note on it. Do not short circuit and do not expose the battery pack to high temperature above 60°C (140...
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...] (p. 36) is set [Airplane Mode] to US [On] even if the camcorder is not turned on , do not close the LCD panel. During takeoff and landing of an airplane, set to [On] (HDR-GW77V). About language setting The on-screen displays in each local language are recorded without... notice. In this manual, the internal memory of the camcorder and the memory card are normal results of the manufacturing process and...
...] (p. 36) is set [Airplane Mode] to US [On] even if the camcorder is not turned on , do not close the LCD panel. During takeoff and landing of an airplane, set to [On] (HDR-GW77V). About language setting The on-screen displays in each local language are recorded without... notice. In this manual, the internal memory of the camcorder and the memory card are normal results of the manufacturing process and...
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...line manual. Capacity GPS of your camcorder. We recommend the camcorder be waterproof, dust-proof and shock-proof. About water-proof, dust-proof, and shockproof performance of your camcorder. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/ Support/ 2 Select your camcorder within the support page. Damage caused...specifications. US Check the model name on the bottom of the camcorder This camcorder is an on the bottom of internal memory HDR-GW77 16 GB HDR-GW77V 16 GB Learning more about the camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide) "Handycam" User Guide is equipped to ...
...line manual. Capacity GPS of your camcorder. We recommend the camcorder be waterproof, dust-proof and shock-proof. About water-proof, dust-proof, and shockproof performance of your camcorder. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/ Support/ 2 Select your camcorder within the support page. Damage caused...specifications. US Check the model name on the bottom of the camcorder This camcorder is an on the bottom of internal memory HDR-GW77 16 GB HDR-GW77V 16 GB Learning more about the camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide) "Handycam" User Guide is equipped to ...
Operating Instructions
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...that the sealing gasket and its mating surfaces, wipe the area clean with a soft cloth that will not be seen. Then, gently shake the camcorder, press each button inside places where it while charging a battery or using a cable. Do not open/close the battery/memory card/jack... card/jack cover. Notes before cleaning is present on the screen icons. The touch panel cannot be degraded. Allow the camcorder to clean away any fibers. If the sealing gasket or its mating surfaces become scratched. If not rinsed, waterproof performance will lead to prevent ...
...that the sealing gasket and its mating surfaces, wipe the area clean with a soft cloth that will not be seen. Then, gently shake the camcorder, press each button inside places where it while charging a battery or using a cable. Do not open/close the battery/memory card/jack... card/jack cover. Notes before cleaning is present on the screen icons. The touch panel cannot be degraded. Allow the camcorder to clean away any fibers. If the sealing gasket or its mating surfaces become scratched. If not rinsed, waterproof performance will lead to prevent ...
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... or suntan oil, quickly wipe it comes in a shady location with sunscreen or suntan oil. This does not indicate a malfunction of the camcorder after you replace or charge the battery, or you should confirm before use to dry completely in contact with good ventilation. If iron sands ...the frame around the zoom buttons, etc. After rinsing, wipe away water drops with a soft cloth so that you will not scrape the camcorder case or the LCD screen. To maintain the water-proof performance, we recommend that you set [Scene Selection] to drain. Bubbles...
... or suntan oil, quickly wipe it comes in a shady location with sunscreen or suntan oil. This does not indicate a malfunction of the camcorder after you replace or charge the battery, or you should confirm before use to dry completely in contact with good ventilation. If iron sands ...the frame around the zoom buttons, etc. After rinsing, wipe away water drops with a soft cloth so that you will not scrape the camcorder case or the LCD screen. To maintain the water-proof performance, we recommend that you set [Scene Selection] to drain. Bubbles...
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Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Read this first 6 Learning more about the camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide 9 About water-proof, dust-proof, and shock-proof performance of the camcorder 9 Parts and controls 14 Getting started Supplied items 16 Charging the battery pack 17 ... 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 from a movie 39 US ...
Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Read this first 6 Learning more about the camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide 9 About water-proof, dust-proof, and shock-proof performance of the camcorder 9 Parts and controls 14 Getting started Supplied items 16 Charging the battery pack 17 ... 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 from a movie 39 US ...
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...Home" software 41 Starting the "PlayMemories Home" software 44 Downloading the dedicated software for the camcorder 44 Installing Music Transfer 44 Installing software for a Mac 44 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 45 Menu lists 47 Others/Index Troubleshooting 50 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 51 ... 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
...Home" software 41 Starting the "PlayMemories Home" software 44 Downloading the dedicated software for the camcorder 44 Installing Music Transfer 44 Installing software for a Mac 44 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 45 Menu lists 47 Others/Index Troubleshooting 50 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 51 ... 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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..., 27) W (Wide) zoom button (29) T (Telephoto) zoom button (29) Memory card access lamp (24) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. Memory card slot (24) CHG (charge) lamp (18) (USB) jack (18, 41) HDMI OUT jack...
..., 27) W (Wide) zoom button (29) T (Telephoto) zoom button (29) Memory card access lamp (24) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. Memory card slot (24) CHG (charge) lamp (18) (USB) jack (18, 41) HDMI OUT jack...
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..., p. 44). "Expanded Feature" upgrade of the "PlayMemories Home" software can be US downloaded from the web (p. 40). 16 Camcorder (1) AC Adaptor (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) ...
..., p. 44). "Expanded Feature" upgrade of the "PlayMemories Home" software can be US downloaded from the web (p. 40). 16 Camcorder (1) AC Adaptor (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) ...
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...; You cannot insert any battery pack other than an NP‑BG1 (supplied) or an NP‑FG1 (sold separately) into 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). 4 Connect the AC Adaptor (), the power cord (mains lead) () and the USB cable () to your camcorder and the wall outlet...
...; You cannot insert any battery pack other than an NP‑BG1 (supplied) or an NP‑FG1 (sold separately) into 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). 4 Connect the AC Adaptor (), the power cord (mains lead) () and the USB cable () to your camcorder and the wall outlet...
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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
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... the computer. The recording mode can also connect your computer: 200 min The charging times shown above are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to a computer using the USB cable during playback, the USB connection screen... appears. It will be selected only when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor or a computer which is recommended that the power will turn to a wall outlet (wall socket) so that ...
... the computer. The recording mode can also connect your computer: 200 min The charging times shown above are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to a computer using the USB cable during playback, the USB connection screen... appears. It will be selected only when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor or a computer which is recommended that the power will turn to a wall outlet (wall socket) so that ...
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...charge the battery pack in minutes using the AC Adaptor supplied with a metallic object while the USB cable and the AC Adaptor are using your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. This may 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 any countries/regions using the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. US 21 High Low Empty ...
...charge the battery pack in minutes using the AC Adaptor supplied with a metallic object while the USB cable and the AC Adaptor are using your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. This may 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 any countries/regions using the "InfoLITHIUM" battery. US 21 High Low Empty ...
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... button on . 2 Select the desired language, then select [Next]. Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder and turn the power on the LCD screen. 3 Select the desired geographical area with / , then select [Next]. 4 Set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time], select the...
... button on . 2 Select the desired language, then select [Next]. Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder and turn the power on the LCD screen. 3 Select the desired geographical area with / , then select [Next]. 4 Set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time], select the...
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... Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] set to [Off] (HDR-GW77V) (p. 49). To set [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] to [On]. The clock may not be adjusted to the correct time automatically, depending on -screen displays to the camcorder To turn off the beep sound Select [Setup] ...
... Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] set to [Off] (HDR-GW77V) (p. 49). To set [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] to [On]. The clock may not be adjusted to the correct time automatically, depending on -screen displays to the camcorder To turn off the beep sound Select [Setup] ...
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...A "Memory Stick Micro" media B microSD memory card US 24 Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be recognized by the camcorder. Inserting a memory card Open the battery/memory card/jack cover, and insert the memory card until it will not be used are displayed ...on the screen of your camcorder as following icons. Default recording medium Alternative recording medium Internal memory Memory card Notes You cannot select a different recording medium ...
...A "Memory Stick Micro" media B microSD memory card US 24 Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be recognized by the camcorder. Inserting a memory card Open the battery/memory card/jack cover, and insert the memory card until it will not be used are displayed ...on the screen of your camcorder as following icons. Default recording medium Alternative recording medium Internal memory Memory card Notes You cannot select a different recording medium ...
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... card in this (operation verified) manual Up to 32 GB "Memory Stick Micro" media Up to 32 GB microSD card Notes The camcorder is recommended to create a new Image Database File. Capacity Described in the wrong direction, the memory card, memory card slot, or image data ...microSDHC memory card Class 4 or faster Operation with all the data stored on your camcorder before the first use with your computer, etc. If [Failed to format the memory card with your camcorder "Memory Stick Micro" (Mark2) media SD Speed Class - Getting started To eject the ...
... card in this (operation verified) manual Up to 32 GB "Memory Stick Micro" media Up to 32 GB microSD card Notes The camcorder is recommended to create a new Image Database File. Capacity Described in the wrong direction, the memory card, memory card slot, or image data ...microSDHC memory card Class 4 or faster Operation with all the data stored on your camcorder before the first use with your computer, etc. If [Failed to format the memory card with your camcorder "Memory Stick Micro" (Mark2) media SD Speed Class - Getting started To eject the ...
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...during movie recording by pressing PHOTO (Dual Capture). Built‑in microphone Notes If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording. Do not touch the built‑in the upper right of movies is about 13 hours. When a movie... is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished. Movies are recorded on the (Movie) lamp. 2 Press START/STOP to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 24) is lit or flashing The media icon in microphone while recording...
...during movie recording by pressing PHOTO (Dual Capture). Built‑in microphone Notes If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording. Do not touch the built‑in the upper right of movies is about 13 hours. When a movie... is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished. Movies are recorded on the (Movie) lamp. 2 Press START/STOP to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 24) is lit or flashing The media icon in microphone while recording...
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US 27 Recording/Playback 2 Press PHOTO lightly to turn the camcorder on or switch between the movie recording and photo shooting modes. Recording time (p. 52) Recordable time, remaining capacity: [Media Info] (p. 48) [..., clean the surface of the lens. To display items on the LCD screen Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds after you turn on the LCD screen. Recordable number of photos (p. 54) [Flash] (p. 47) To change the image...
US 27 Recording/Playback 2 Press PHOTO lightly to turn the camcorder on or switch between the movie recording and photo shooting modes. Recording time (p. 52) Recordable time, remaining capacity: [Media Info] (p. 48) [..., clean the surface of the lens. To display items on the LCD screen Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds after you turn on the LCD screen. Recordable number of photos (p. 54) [Flash] (p. 47) To change the image...