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.... If you are provided for cleaning the exterior of the polarized plug by the manufacturer. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the set from battery power, or other similar surface. - Cleaning Unplug the set . Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for necessary ventilation. for example, near a swimming pool, etc. Do...
.... If you are provided for cleaning the exterior of the polarized plug by the manufacturer. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the set from battery power, or other similar surface. - Cleaning Unplug the set . Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for necessary ventilation. for example, near a swimming pool, etc. Do...
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... device, pursuant to comply with the specified type only. For more information regarding recycling of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-HC28 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Regulatory Information Declaration of rechargeable batteries, call : Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). Note This equipment has been tested and found to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
... device, pursuant to comply with the specified type only. For more information regarding recycling of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-HC28 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Regulatory Information Declaration of rechargeable batteries, call : Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). Note This equipment has been tested and found to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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..., See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on use Types of cassette you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. DCR-HC28 Serial No. About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens...(Continued) However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in the space provided below. Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to another device with an i.LINK cable, ...
..., See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on use Types of cassette you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. DCR-HC28 Serial No. About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens...(Continued) However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in the space provided below. Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to another device with an i.LINK cable, ...
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... 3 Read this first 5 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 11 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 12 Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ......... 15 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder 16 Step 5: Using the touch panel... 17 Changing the language setting 17 Checking the screen indicators (Display guide 17 Step 6: Setting the date and time 19 Step 7: Inserting a Cassette 20 Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam...
... 3 Read this first 5 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 11 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 12 Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ......... 15 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder 16 Step 5: Using the touch panel... 17 Changing the language setting 17 Checking the screen indicators (Display guide 17 Step 6: Setting the date and time 19 Step 7: Inserting a Cassette 20 Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam...
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AC Adaptor (1) (p. 12) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP30 (1) (p. 12, 66) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Power cord (1) (p. 12) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 32, 48) Lens cap (1) (p. 15, 24) • To attach the lens cap Attach the lens cap to the metal fittings of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of the grip belt, as illustrated below, using the strap. 11
AC Adaptor (1) (p. 12) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP30 (1) (p. 12, 66) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Power cord (1) (p. 12) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 32, 48) Lens cap (1) (p. 15, 24) • To attach the lens cap Attach the lens cap to the metal fittings of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of the grip belt, as illustrated below, using the strap. 11
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...wall outlet. Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (P series/H series) (p. 66) after attaching it into place 2. 2 DC IN jack With the v mark facing to the LCD screen 4 Connect the power cord to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. POWER switch 2 Slide the ...POWER switch in the direction of the battery pack and your camcorder 1, then attach the battery pack and click it to OFF(CHG) (The default setting).
...wall outlet. Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (P series/H series) (p. 66) after attaching it into place 2. 2 DC IN jack With the v mark facing to the LCD screen 4 Connect the power cord to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. POWER switch 2 Slide the ...POWER switch in the direction of the battery pack and your camcorder 1, then attach the battery pack and click it to OFF(CHG) (The default setting).
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... remove the battery pack 1 Slide the POWER switch to OFF(CHG). Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack. Bottom: Recording with viewfinder while the LCD panel closed. * Typical recording time shows the time when you use an outside power source You can operate your camcorder using the ...power from the wall outlet by making the same connections as you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Battery pack Charging time NP-FP30 (supplied) 115 NP-FP50 125 NP-FP71 170 NP...
... remove the battery pack 1 Slide the POWER switch to OFF(CHG). Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack. Bottom: Recording with viewfinder while the LCD panel closed. * Typical recording time shows the time when you use an outside power source You can operate your camcorder using the ...power from the wall outlet by making the same connections as you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Battery pack Charging time NP-FP30 (supplied) 115 NP-FP50 125 NP-FP71 170 NP...
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...as the AC Adaptor is recommended.) • The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder. • Do not use a fully charged battery pack. PRECAUTION • Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the DC IN ...jack of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F). (10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to OFF(CHG). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, ...
...as the AC Adaptor is recommended.) • The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder. • Do not use a fully charged battery pack. PRECAUTION • Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the DC IN ...jack of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F). (10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to OFF(CHG). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, ...
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... seconds. 3 Hold the camcorder correctly. PLAY/EDIT: To play back, slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the respective lamp. When using it while pressing the green button. If the POWER switch is set to OFF(CHG), slide it for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], ...p. 47). 15 Getting Started 1 Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on the sides of the cap. 4 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the grip belt. 2 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of your camcorder without any operation attempted ...
... seconds. 3 Hold the camcorder correctly. PLAY/EDIT: To play back, slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the respective lamp. When using it while pressing the green button. If the POWER switch is set to OFF(CHG), slide it for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], ...p. 47). 15 Getting Started 1 Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on the sides of the cap. 4 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the grip belt. 2 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of your camcorder without any operation attempted ...
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...view pictures using the viewfinder (p. 37). 16 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder The LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it until the picture is clear. • You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder backlight by selecting (LCD/VF SET) -... [VF B.L.] (p. 46). • You can adjust the [FADER] and the [EXPOSURE] setting using the viewfinder to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the picture seen on the LCD screen is convenient during playback operations. • See [LCD BRT] (p. 39) to adjust the brightness of ...
...view pictures using the viewfinder (p. 37). 16 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder The LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it until the picture is clear. • You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder backlight by selecting (LCD/VF SET) -... [VF B.L.] (p. 46). • You can adjust the [FADER] and the [EXPOSURE] setting using the viewfinder to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the picture seen on the LCD screen is convenient during playback operations. • See [LCD BRT] (p. 39) to adjust the brightness of ...
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... : 0 0 AM OK 4 Set [Y] (year) with / , then touch . Step 6: Setting the date and time Getting Started Set the date and time when using this camcorder for [D] (day), [H] (hour) and [M] (minute). You can set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you do not use your...CODE] (During Easy Handycam operation, you can set the date and time again (p. 71). The clock starts. • The date and time are not displayed while recording, but they are automatically recorded on your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the...
... : 0 0 AM OK 4 Set [Y] (year) with / , then touch . Step 6: Setting the date and time Getting Started Set the date and time when using this camcorder for [D] (day), [H] (hour) and [M] (minute). You can set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you do not use your...CODE] (During Easy Handycam operation, you can set the date and time again (p. 71). The clock starts. • The date and time are not displayed while recording, but they are automatically recorded on your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the...
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You can view the battery information for the selected subject (Flexible spot meter)...... 0 See [SPOT METER] on page 36. qa Open the LCD panel qa 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). 2 1 • A mirror-image of the ... Belt (optional) to OFF(CHG), then press DISP/BATT INFO 7. Recording/playback To check the remaining battery (Battery Info 7 Set the POWER switch to its designated hook 5. Remaining battery (approx.) BATTERY INFO BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL 0% 50% 100% REC TIME AVAILABLE LCD SCREEN : 86 min VIEWFINDER : 99 min Recording...
You can view the battery information for the selected subject (Flexible spot meter)...... 0 See [SPOT METER] on page 36. qa Open the LCD panel qa 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). 2 1 • A mirror-image of the ... Belt (optional) to OFF(CHG), then press DISP/BATT INFO 7. Recording/playback To check the remaining battery (Battery Info 7 Set the POWER switch to its designated hook 5. Remaining battery (approx.) BATTERY INFO BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL 0% 50% 100% REC TIME AVAILABLE LCD SCREEN : 86 min VIEWFINDER : 99 min Recording...
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... them as [DATA CODE] during recording and the camera setting data will be recorded automatically. Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording 12 3 4 5 Viewing 1 27 4 5 6 A Remaining battery (approx.) B Recording mode (SP or LP) (46) C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) D Recording: Tape counter (hour: minute: second) Playback: Time code (hour: minute...
... them as [DATA CODE] during recording and the camera setting data will be recorded automatically. Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording 12 3 4 5 Viewing 1 27 4 5 6 A Remaining battery (approx.) B Recording mode (SP or LP) (46) C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) D Recording: Tape counter (hour: minute: second) Playback: Time code (hour: minute...
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... Night views, neon signs and fireworks - At party scenes or studios where the lighting conditions change the [PROGRAM AE] settings, or bring your camcorder outdoors from inside use with the screen facing out (p. 37). • The setting returns to [ AUTO] when you turn the power off ... 180 degrees and closed with the [EXPOSURE] set [WHT BAL] to [ AUTO]. • If you have changed the battery pack while [ AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for the following recording conditions: - OUTDOOR ( ) The white balance is ...
... Night views, neon signs and fireworks - At party scenes or studios where the lighting conditions change the [PROGRAM AE] settings, or bring your camcorder outdoors from inside use with the screen facing out (p. 37). • The setting returns to [ AUTO] when you turn the power off ... 180 degrees and closed with the [EXPOSURE] set [WHT BAL] to [ AUTO]. • If you have changed the battery pack while [ AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for the following recording conditions: - OUTDOOR ( ) The white balance is ...
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... . The recorded picture will not be affected by this operation. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. The recorded picture will not be affected by this operation. LCD COLOR You can adjust the brightness .... Low intensity High intensity Using the Menu Continued , 45 AUDIO MIX See page 34 for the setting. • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for details on selecting menu items. LCD B.L. (LCD back light) You can adjust ...
... . The recorded picture will not be affected by this operation. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. The recorded picture will not be affected by this operation. LCD COLOR You can adjust the brightness .... Low intensity High intensity Using the Menu Continued , 45 AUDIO MIX See page 34 for the setting. • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for details on selecting menu items. LCD B.L. (LCD back light) You can adjust ...
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...menu - LP (LP) Increases the recording time to PLAY/ EDIT or CAMERA with a cassette inserted. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. REMAIN B AUTO Displays the remaining tape indicator for about 8 seconds in situations such as those described below. ... aspect ratio picture appears in the viewfinder and the LCD screen by this operation. BRIGHT Brightens the viewfinder screen. • When you connect your camcorder to [16:9 WIDE]. AUDIO MODE B 12BIT Records in the 12-bit mode (2 stereo sounds). 16BIT ( ) Records in parentheses appear when ...
...menu - LP (LP) Increases the recording time to PLAY/ EDIT or CAMERA with a cassette inserted. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. REMAIN B AUTO Displays the remaining tape indicator for about 8 seconds in situations such as those described below. ... aspect ratio picture appears in the viewfinder and the LCD screen by this operation. BRIGHT Brightens the viewfinder screen. • When you connect your camcorder to [16:9 WIDE]. AUDIO MODE B 12BIT Records in the 12-bit mode (2 stereo sounds). 16BIT ( ) Records in parentheses appear when ...
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.... If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder (p. 20). Overall operations/Easy Handycam The power does not turn on . • Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 12). • Use the AC Adaptor to connect to the... wall outlet properly (p. 12). • The battery charge is not a malfunction. Previously made settings are not displayed on . • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from your Sony...
.... If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder (p. 20). Overall operations/Easy Handycam The power does not turn on . • Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 12). • Use the AC Adaptor to connect to the... wall outlet properly (p. 12). • The battery charge is not a malfunction. Previously made settings are not displayed on . • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from your Sony...
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...takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery time. The battery pack discharges too quickly. • Ambient temperature is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. A problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor. • Turn... the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. LCD screen/viewfinder A rippling effect appears on the LCD screen or viewfinder. • The camcorder is in the remaining battery time indicator, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. If the problem persists...
...takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery time. The battery pack discharges too quickly. • Ambient temperature is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. A problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor. • Turn... the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. LCD screen/viewfinder A rippling effect appears on the LCD screen or viewfinder. • The camcorder is in the remaining battery time indicator, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. If the problem persists...
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... or do not appear on the touch panel. • Touch the LCD screen lightly. • Press DISP/BATT INFO on your camcorder or remove the battery pack without turning off the power first. This is not a malfunction. Dots in the viewfinder when the LCD panel is not a malfunction... (Continued) The picture remains on the LCD screen. • This occurs if you disconnect the DC plug from the camcorder, then attach it again (p. 13). • Attach a charged battery pack to always display the remaining tape indicator (p. 46). The picture in the viewfinder has disappeared. • Close the...
... or do not appear on the touch panel. • Touch the LCD screen lightly. • Press DISP/BATT INFO on your camcorder or remove the battery pack without turning off the power first. This is not a malfunction. Dots in the viewfinder when the LCD panel is not a malfunction... (Continued) The picture remains on the LCD screen. • This occurs if you disconnect the DC plug from the camcorder, then attach it again (p. 13). • Attach a charged battery pack to always display the remaining tape indicator (p. 46). The picture in the viewfinder has disappeared. • Close the...
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... or local authorized Sony service facility. Press RESET (p. 27), and operate your camcorder for about 1 hour with the cassette lid open (p. 69). Warning indicators and messages Troubleshooting Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the operating, environment, or battery conditions, E may flash, even if there are not described above have tried...
... or local authorized Sony service facility. Press RESET (p. 27), and operate your camcorder for about 1 hour with the cassette lid open (p. 69). Warning indicators and messages Troubleshooting Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the operating, environment, or battery conditions, E may flash, even if there are not described above have tried...