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Question posted by eldikar81 on May 29th, 2012

Importing Videos

I didnt know you needed to format the camera before use. I have videos i am having issues importing to the computer, if i format the drive, will it erase the videos?  

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Answer #1: Posted by barbiebeachgirl on May 28th, 2013 3:48 PM
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apparently, you need a mediary device called a "dazzle device". i need to keep the time/date stamp. This does not transfer to the file but it is on the video when on the camera. 

 

everyone tells me the dazzle allows the information to also be transfered. 

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Handycam® Handbook - Page 4

...[Show others]  [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category)  the desired medium (DCR-SX65/ SX85)  [YES]  [YES]  . If you save your camcorder is recommended that the image and sound are recorded without any problems.  Compensation for video cameras and offers a quality typical of the camcorder using genuine Sony accessories. Carl Zeiss...
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Handycam® Handbook - Page 10

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Operating Guide - Page 20

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Operating Guide - Page 38

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Operating Guide - Page 43

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