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Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-SR5E/SR7E/SR8E 3-210-379-11(1) For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-SR5E/SR7E/SR8E 3-210-379-11(1) For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
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... that you save your image data using your computer*. It is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the camcorder. In addition to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and "Picture Motion Browser Guide." 3 About language setting • The on the operating system of such materials may result...in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using the camcorder at high altitudes • Do not turn on the camcorder in the viewfinder (HDR-SR7E/SR8E) or on disposal/transfer • Even if you perform [ FORMAT]* or formatting the hard disk of your camcorder if necessary (p. ...
... that you save your image data using your computer*. It is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the camcorder. In addition to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and "Picture Motion Browser Guide." 3 About language setting • The on the operating system of such materials may result...in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using the camcorder at high altitudes • Do not turn on the camcorder in the viewfinder (HDR-SR7E/SR8E) or on disposal/transfer • Even if you perform [ FORMAT]* or formatting the hard disk of your camcorder if necessary (p. ...
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" HOME" and " OPTION 19 Saving images 22 Deleting images 22 Enjoying with a computer Viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF 23 What you can do with a Windows computer 24 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 29 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 30 Additional Information Precautions 32 Specifications ...
" HOME" and " OPTION 19 Saving images 22 Deleting images 22 Enjoying with a computer Viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF 23 What you can do with a Windows computer 24 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 29 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 30 Additional Information Precautions 32 Specifications ...
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... (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 5 AC Adaptor (1) (p. 6) Wireless Remote Commander (1) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Insulation sheet Mains lead (1) (p. 6) Handycam Station (1) (p. 6) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) (p. 6) Component video cable (1) (p. 13) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 13) USB cable (1) (p. 27) 21-pin adaptor (1) For the models with your camcorder. ...
... (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 5 AC Adaptor (1) (p. 6) Wireless Remote Commander (1) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Insulation sheet Mains lead (1) (p. 6) Handycam Station (1) (p. 6) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) (p. 6) Component video cable (1) (p. 13) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 13) USB cable (1) (p. 27) 21-pin adaptor (1) For the models with your camcorder. ...
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...only with an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the AC Adaptor and the wall socket. 5 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely. The /CHG (charge) lamp lights up . 2 Connect the mains lead to the DC IN jack on the DC plug is fully charged.... battery pack Slide the POWER switch to your camcorder. Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and remove the battery pack. Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. BATT (battery release) lever 3 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (the default setting). 4 Attach the...
...only with an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the AC Adaptor and the wall socket. 5 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely. The /CHG (charge) lamp lights up . 2 Connect the mains lead to the DC IN jack on the DC plug is fully charged.... battery pack Slide the POWER switch to your camcorder. Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and remove the battery pack. Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. BATT (battery release) lever 3 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (the default setting). 4 Attach the...
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... be supplied 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 mains lead is closed. *5 Typical recording time shows the time when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. • The ... on the right DC plug DC IN jack Open the jack cover. To charge the battery pack using the AC Adaptor. NP-FH60: HDR-SR5E HD SD (Unit:min.) HDR-SR7E/ SR8E HD SD Charging time 135 Recording time*1 Continuous recording time 105*2 120*2 110*3 130*3 Typical recording time*5 50*2 60*2 55*3 ...
... be supplied 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 mains lead is closed. *5 Typical recording time shows the time when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. • The ... on the right DC plug DC IN jack Open the jack cover. To charge the battery pack using the AC Adaptor. NP-FH60: HDR-SR5E HD SD (Unit:min.) HDR-SR7E/ SR8E HD SD Charging time 135 Recording time*1 Continuous recording time 105*2 120*2 110*3 130*3 Typical recording time*5 50*2 60*2 55*3 ...
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... is finished, it fully B (a shutter click sounds). When disappears, the image has been recorded. • Still images are recorded on a "Memory Stick Duo." • See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for changing the image quality to SD (standard definition) image quality. To stop recording, press START/STOP A (or D) again. • You cannot record...
... is finished, it fully B (a shutter click sounds). When disappears, the image has been recorded. • Still images are recorded on a "Memory Stick Duo." • See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for changing the image quality to SD (standard definition) image quality. To stop recording, press START/STOP A (or D) again. • You cannot record...
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...To change the recording media of the image size as still images. To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY F again. HDR-SR5E: approx. 11 hours and 50 minutes HDR-SR7E: approx. 17 hours and 50 minutes HDR-SR8E: approx. 30 hours • Use the supplied application software to recording standby mode...the free hard disk space by pressing (HOME) B t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t [ INFO]. • You can capture up to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. z Tips • The number of recordable images varies depending on the "Memory Stick Duo" (1 GB) is lit or flashing, your camcorder, turn ...
...To change the recording media of the image size as still images. To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY F again. HDR-SR5E: approx. 11 hours and 50 minutes HDR-SR7E: approx. 17 hours and 50 minutes HDR-SR8E: approx. 30 hours • Use the supplied application software to recording standby mode...the free hard disk space by pressing (HOME) B t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t [ INFO]. • You can capture up to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. z Tips • The number of recordable images varies depending on the "Memory Stick Duo" (1 GB) is lit or flashing, your camcorder, turn ...
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See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for movies with SD (standard definition) image quality. 1 Slide the POWER switch D to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) C (or A). Movies Still ...
See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for movies with SD (standard definition) image quality. 1 Slide the POWER switch D to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) C (or A). Movies Still ...
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...are output with SD (standard definition) image quality. • The Handycam Station and your TV. Connect the A/V connecting cable or component video cable either to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder. If you are both the Handycam Station and your camcorder at the same time, image disturbance may need...VOLUME], then adjust the volume with the device to be adjusted on the TV when playing back. Refer to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 6). You can play back on the TV to the connected jack. Refer ...
...are output with SD (standard definition) image quality. • The Handycam Station and your TV. Connect the A/V connecting cable or component video cable either to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder. If you are both the Handycam Station and your camcorder at the same time, image disturbance may need...VOLUME], then adjust the volume with the device to be adjusted on the TV when playing back. Refer to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 6). You can play back on the TV to the connected jack. Refer ...
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You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size (Playback zoom). 14 • When you touch the screen during playback zoom, the point you touched will be displayed in ( ) are reference pages. Move it further for a slower zoom. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. Parts and functions used for the camcorder The numbers in the center of the displayed frame. 2 PHOTO button (10) 3 Eyecup (HDR-SR7E/SR8E) 4 Viewfinder (9) (HDR-SR7E/SR8E) Handycam Station 1 Power zoom lever To use the zoom, move the power zoom lever.
You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size (Playback zoom). 14 • When you touch the screen during playback zoom, the point you touched will be displayed in ( ) are reference pages. Move it further for a slower zoom. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. Parts and functions used for the camcorder The numbers in the center of the displayed frame. 2 PHOTO button (10) 3 Eyecup (HDR-SR7E/SR8E) 4 Viewfinder (9) (HDR-SR7E/SR8E) Handycam Station 1 Power zoom lever To use the zoom, move the power zoom lever.
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... the current recording/playback situation. To see the explanation of the function of each item on the screen, touch v/V to learn about. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 While using your convenience. " HOME" and " OPTION" (HOME) B (HOME) A (OPTION) Using the HOME MENU • You...pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on the screen for your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or B). 3 Touch the item you touch an item, its explanation appears...
... the current recording/playback situation. To see the explanation of the function of each item on the screen, touch v/V to learn about. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 While using your convenience. " HOME" and " OPTION" (HOME) B (HOME) A (OPTION) Using the HOME MENU • You...pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on the screen for your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or B). 3 Touch the item you touch an item, its explanation appears...
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...], [ DISPLAY], [ INTERVAL SET]*1 Items of your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. • The (OPTION) MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation (p. 11).
...], [ DISPLAY], [ INTERVAL SET]*1 Items of your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. • The (OPTION) MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation (p. 11).
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... MODE], [REC LAMP], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [REMOTE CTRL], [DROP SENSOR] *1 You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation (p. 11). *2 The menu name is changed to [SOUND SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation. *3 HDR-SR7E/SR8E Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the situation/No tab) [SLIDE SHOW], [SLIDE...
... MODE], [REC LAMP], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [REMOTE CTRL], [DROP SENSOR] *1 You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation (p. 11). *2 The menu name is changed to [SOUND SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation. *3 HDR-SR7E/SR8E Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the situation/No tab) [SLIDE SHOW], [SLIDE...
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... the hard disk of a computer. The selected image is marked with . 4 Touch t [YES] t . The selected still image is marked with . 3 Touch t [YES] t . For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 22 Deleting the images on the "Memory Stick Duo," in the "Memory Stick Duo" 1 In step 2, touch [ DELETE]. 2 Touch [ DELETE], then touch the...
... the hard disk of a computer. The selected image is marked with . 4 Touch t [YES] t . The selected still image is marked with . 3 Touch t [YES] t . For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 22 Deleting the images on the "Memory Stick Duo," in the "Memory Stick Duo" 1 In step 2, touch [ DELETE]. 2 Touch [ DELETE], then touch the...
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... users 1 Turn on the computer. The installation screen for installation appears. 4 Select the desired language and the model name of your computer. 3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. Installation starts. For Macintosh users 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your computer. 3 ... (supplied) in the disc drive of your computer. Double-click "Handbook.pdf" to install Adobe Reader on using your camcorder, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). To view "Handycam Handbook" (PDF), you need to view the handbook. Enjoying with a computer 23 The select screen for...
... users 1 Turn on the computer. The installation screen for installation appears. 4 Select the desired language and the model name of your computer. 3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. Installation starts. For Macintosh users 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your computer. 3 ... (supplied) in the disc drive of your computer. Double-click "Handbook.pdf" to install Adobe Reader on using your camcorder, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). To view "Handycam Handbook" (PDF), you need to view the handbook. Enjoying with a computer 23 The select screen for...
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...Vista: 1 GB or more Hard disk: Disk volume required for details. Operation is necessary. Creating an AVCHD format disc/DVDvideo - http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ ms/us/ 24 System requirements x When using "Picture Motion Browser" OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4/Windows XP SP2*/Windows ...players or recorders, as standard), Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compatible is not supported by one simple operation By pressing DISC BURN on the Handycam Station (p. 16), you can save images recorded on your camcorder to the computer - What you can do with a Windows computer When you...
...Vista: 1 GB or more Hard disk: Disk volume required for details. Operation is necessary. Creating an AVCHD format disc/DVDvideo - http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ ms/us/ 24 System requirements x When using "Picture Motion Browser" OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4/Windows XP SP2*/Windows ...players or recorders, as standard), Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compatible is not supported by one simple operation By pressing DISC BURN on the Handycam Station (p. 16), you can save images recorded on your camcorder to the computer - What you can do with a Windows computer When you...
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... the power source when you agree, then click [Next]. 8 Connect your camcorder to the computer following the steps below. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Handycam Station and a wall socket. 25 Enjoying with HD (high definition) image quality, resulting in uneven playback. The installation is not connected to the computer. 2 Turn...
... the power source when you agree, then click [Next]. 8 Connect your camcorder to the computer following the steps below. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Handycam Station and a wall socket. 25 Enjoying with HD (high definition) image quality, resulting in uneven playback. The installation is not connected to the computer. 2 Turn...
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... not need to recognize an AVCHD format disc - One of your computer. 26 2 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then slide the POWER switch to turn on. 3 Connect the (USB) jack of the Handycam Station to the (USB) jack of the computer using the supplied USB cable. 4 Touch [ COMPUTER] on the...
... not need to recognize an AVCHD format disc - One of your computer. 26 2 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then slide the POWER switch to turn on. 3 Connect the (USB) jack of the Handycam Station to the (USB) jack of the computer using the supplied USB cable. 4 Touch [ COMPUTER] on the...
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... the images to the computer, etc., connect your camcorder to the computer by the following steps. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Handycam Station and a wall socket. 2 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then slide the POWER switch to turn on. 3 Connect the (USB) jack of the...icon on the task tray on the screen. Enjoying with a USB keyboard and USB mouse connected as below. • Connect the USB ports of the Handycam Station and a computer using the supplied USB cable (p. 25). Operating "Picture Motion Browser" After you install the software, shortcut icons for "Picture Motion...
... the images to the computer, etc., connect your camcorder to the computer by the following steps. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Handycam Station and a wall socket. 2 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then slide the POWER switch to turn on. 3 Connect the (USB) jack of the...icon on the task tray on the screen. Enjoying with a USB keyboard and USB mouse connected as below. • Connect the USB ports of the Handycam Station and a computer using the supplied USB cable (p. 25). Operating "Picture Motion Browser" After you install the software, shortcut icons for "Picture Motion...
