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3-098-548-11(1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
3-098-548-11(1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
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...in the U.S.A. Model No. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR62 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR42 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used ...unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for the FCC related matters only. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are recyclable. Record the serial number in the space provided below is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This...
...in the U.S.A. Model No. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR62 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR42 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used ...unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for the FCC related matters only. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are recyclable. Record the serial number in the space provided below is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This...
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... operation. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to operate this device must be used with the equipment in a residential... provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in order to comply with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. If...Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Notes DCR-SR42, DCR-SR62, DCR-SR82, DCR-SR200 and DCR-SR300 are ...
... operation. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to operate this device must be used with the equipment in a residential... provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in order to comply with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. If...Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Notes DCR-SR42, DCR-SR62, DCR-SR82, DCR-SR200 and DCR-SR300 are ...
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... "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 To view your recordings on the camcorder, due to format the hard disk...DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are subject to a malfunction of your recorded images on the countries/regions. If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/play back on a TV, you save all your recorded... of recording media and other materials may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder, recording media,..., video tapes, and other accessories are from what you perform [ FORMAT]* or formatting the hard disk...digital still camera, and may not operate correctly.
... "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 To view your recordings on the camcorder, due to format the hard disk...DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are subject to a malfunction of your recorded images on the countries/regions. If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/play back on a TV, you save all your recorded... of recording media and other materials may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder, recording media,..., video tapes, and other accessories are from what you perform [ FORMAT]* or formatting the hard disk...digital still camera, and may not operate correctly.
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... the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) NP-FH60 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR200/SR300) Handycam Station (1) (p.11) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.25) USB cable (1) (p.27) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p.26) - Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied.
... the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) NP-FH60 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR200/SR300) Handycam Station (1) (p.11) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.25) USB cable (1) (p.27) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p.26) - Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied.
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... Battery may present a risk of another battery may explode if mistreated. AC-L200/L200B [a] [b] On the Remote Commander (except for DCR-SR42) Using the Remote Commander for the first time Remove the insulation sheet before using the AC Adaptor supplied with your fingernail into the... if necessary, depending on the tab, inset your camcorder within the AC 100 V to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Insulation sheet To change the battery of the Remote Commander 1 While pressing on the design of the wall outlet [b]. • When the...
... Battery may present a risk of another battery may explode if mistreated. AC-L200/L200B [a] [b] On the Remote Commander (except for DCR-SR42) Using the Remote Commander for the first time Remove the insulation sheet before using the AC Adaptor supplied with your fingernail into the... if necessary, depending on the tab, inset your camcorder within the AC 100 V to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Insulation sheet To change the battery of the Remote Commander 1 While pressing on the design of the wall outlet [b]. • When the...
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....) DCR-SR42 Charging time 125 Recording time*1 Continuous 105 recording time Typical recording time*4 50 Playback time 120 DCR-SR62/ SR82 125 90*2 100*3 45*2 50*3 110*2 12 NP-FH60: (Unit:min.) DCR-SR200 DCR-SR300 Charging time 135 135 Recording time*1 Continuous recording time 115*2 120*3 95*2 100*3 Typical 55*2 45*2 recording time... the DC plug of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is still supplied to it while connected to the DC IN jack on / off and zooming. On the charging/recording/playback time • Times measured when using ...
....) DCR-SR42 Charging time 125 Recording time*1 Continuous 105 recording time Typical recording time*4 50 Playback time 120 DCR-SR62/ SR82 125 90*2 100*3 45*2 50*3 110*2 12 NP-FH60: (Unit:min.) DCR-SR200 DCR-SR300 Charging time 135 135 Recording time*1 Continuous recording time 115*2 120*3 95*2 100*3 Typical 55*2 45*2 recording time... the DC plug of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is still supplied to it while connected to the DC IN jack on / off and zooming. On the charging/recording/playback time • Times measured when using ...
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Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to the camcorder POWER switch 2 90 degrees (max.) 16:9 (wide) 4:3 * Except for DCR-SR42). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 14 Step 4: Preparing for recording 2 180 degrees (max.) 1 90 degrees to select the desired screen aspect ratio (except for DCR-SR42. 1 Adjust the LCD panel.
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to the camcorder POWER switch 2 90 degrees (max.) 16:9 (wide) 4:3 * Except for DCR-SR42). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 14 Step 4: Preparing for recording 2 180 degrees (max.) 1 90 degrees to select the desired screen aspect ratio (except for DCR-SR42. 1 Adjust the LCD panel.
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When disappears, the image has been recorded. • Still images are recorded on the hard disk in the OFF (CHG) position. • (Movie): To record movies • (Still): To record still images 3 Start recording. Movies Press START/STOP A (or B). Recording Lens cover switch (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) START/STOP A Recording/Playback POWER switch PHOTO [STBY] t [REC] START/STOP B EASY button...
When disappears, the image has been recorded. • Still images are recorded on the hard disk in the OFF (CHG) position. • (Movie): To record movies • (Still): To record still images 3 Start recording. Movies Press START/STOP A (or B). Recording Lens cover switch (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) START/STOP A Recording/Playback POWER switch PHOTO [STBY] t [REC] START/STOP B EASY button...
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.... To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY again. • You cannot use only a "Memory Stick Duo" marked with the default setting of still images to save still images, then touch . • You can check the free hard disk space by Sony Corporation. Do not...may be automatically operated so that you can capture up to recording standby mode. Your camcorder returns to 3 still images by pressing PHOTO during Easy Handycam operation. DCR-SR42: 5,900 ([VGA (0.3M)]) DCR-SR62/SR82: 1,800 ([1.0M]) DCR-SR200: 480 ([4.0M]) DCR-SR300: 315 ([6.1M]) • All numbers measured when using...
.... To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY again. • You cannot use only a "Memory Stick Duo" marked with the default setting of still images to save still images, then touch . • You can check the free hard disk space by Sony Corporation. Do not...may be automatically operated so that you can capture up to recording standby mode. Your camcorder returns to 3 still images by pressing PHOTO during Easy Handycam operation. DCR-SR42: 5,900 ([VGA (0.3M)]) DCR-SR62/SR82: 1,800 ([1.0M]) DCR-SR200: 480 ([4.0M]) DCR-SR300: 315 ([6.1M]) • All numbers measured when using...
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Move the power zoom lever slightly for the camcorder DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 DCR-SR200/SR300 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 DCR-SR200/SR300 Recording/Playback Handycam Station Recording 1 Power zoom lever To use zoom, move the power zoom lever. Move it further for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( appears.) 6 Built-in microphone is converted to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded.*2 19 Sound picked up by the built-in microphone Records sound. Parts and functions used for a slower zoom.
Move the power zoom lever slightly for the camcorder DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 DCR-SR200/SR300 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 DCR-SR200/SR300 Recording/Playback Handycam Station Recording 1 Power zoom lever To use zoom, move the power zoom lever. Move it further for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( appears.) 6 Built-in microphone is converted to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded.*2 19 Sound picked up by the built-in microphone Records sound. Parts and functions used for a slower zoom.
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For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. wd (USB) jack Connect with the USB cable. *1 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 *2 DCR-SR200/SR300 *3 Except for DCR-SR42 *4 For DCR-SR42, the position of the buttons differ from the illustration. 21
For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. wd (USB) jack Connect with the USB cable. *1 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 *2 DCR-SR200/SR300 *3 Except for DCR-SR42 *4 For DCR-SR42, the position of the buttons differ from the illustration. 21
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... (HQ / SP / LP) 2 HOME button 3 Remaining battery (approx.) 4 Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) 5 Counter (hour/minute/second) 6 OPTION button 7 Dual Rec (DCR-SR200/SR300) 8 VIEW IMAGES button 9 5.1ch surround recording (DCR-SR200/ SR300) q; Current still image number/Number of total movies qj Previous/Next button qk Video operation buttons ql Data file name w; Indicators displayed during...
... (HQ / SP / LP) 2 HOME button 3 Remaining battery (approx.) 4 Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) 5 Counter (hour/minute/second) 6 OPTION button 7 Dual Rec (DCR-SR200/SR300) 8 VIEW IMAGES button 9 5.1ch surround recording (DCR-SR200/ SR300) q; Current still image number/Number of total movies qj Previous/Next button qk Video operation buttons ql Data file name w; Indicators displayed during...
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...MACRO ZEBRA*1 *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 • The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the hard disk and "...Memory Stick Duo." Backlight n White balance SteadyShot off Drop sensor activated Meaning Slide show set NightShot plus*4 NightShot*1 Super NightShot plus*4 Super NightShot*1 Color Slow Shutter Indicator E Meaning PictBridge connecting Warning Bottom Indicator 9 Meaning Picture effect Digital...
...MACRO ZEBRA*1 *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 • The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the hard disk and "...Memory Stick Duo." Backlight n White balance SteadyShot off Drop sensor activated Meaning Slide show set NightShot plus*4 NightShot*1 Super NightShot plus*4 Super NightShot*1 Color Slow Shutter Indicator E Meaning PictBridge connecting Warning Bottom Indicator 9 Meaning Picture effect Digital...
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...COLOR SLOW SHTR], [S. (SETTINGS) category MOVIE SETTINGS [REC MODE], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [WIDE SELECT]*2, [DIGITAL ZOOM], [STEADYSHOT], [AUTO SLW SHUTTR], [GUIDEFRAME]*1, [ZEBRA]*1, [ REMAINING], [FLASH LEVEL]*1, [REDEYE REDUC]*1...Handycam operation (p.16)) 30 Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the situation) [SLIDE SHOW], [SLIDE SHOW SET] - (No tab) [COPIES], [DATE/TIME], [SIZE] *1 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 *2 DCR-SR200/SR300 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82 NIGHTSHOT PLS]*1, [SUPER NIGHTSHOT]*2 tab [FADER], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT] tab [MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER], [FLASH MODE]*3, [TIMING]*2, [RECORD...
...COLOR SLOW SHTR], [S. (SETTINGS) category MOVIE SETTINGS [REC MODE], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [WIDE SELECT]*2, [DIGITAL ZOOM], [STEADYSHOT], [AUTO SLW SHUTTR], [GUIDEFRAME]*1, [ZEBRA]*1, [ REMAINING], [FLASH LEVEL]*1, [REDEYE REDUC]*1...Handycam operation (p.16)) 30 Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the situation) [SLIDE SHOW], [SLIDE SHOW SET] - (No tab) [COPIES], [DATE/TIME], [SIZE] *1 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 *2 DCR-SR200/SR300 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82 NIGHTSHOT PLS]*1, [SUPER NIGHTSHOT]*2 tab [FADER], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT] tab [MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER], [FLASH MODE]*3, [TIMING]*2, [RECORD...
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...Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Some symptoms you cannot service has occurred. Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (p.11). • Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the 5-digit... code, which starts from "E." 101-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining to files) Slow flashing • The file is damaged. • The file is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Inform them of the Handycam Station or your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony... a malfunction. Lights appear on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Warning indicators Menu items ...
...Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Some symptoms you cannot service has occurred. Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (p.11). • Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the 5-digit... code, which starts from "E." 101-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining to files) Slow flashing • The file is damaged. • The file is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Inform them of the Handycam Station or your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony... a malfunction. Lights appear on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Warning indicators Menu items ...
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... the casing is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately (DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: - Near AM receivers and video equipment. If sand or dust gets in these operating instructions...Sony service facility. - The camcorder may malfunction or become deformed. - x To clean the LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, it . Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be exposed to direct sunlight. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be able to record...
... the casing is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately (DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: - Near AM receivers and video equipment. If sand or dust gets in these operating instructions...Sony service facility. - The camcorder may malfunction or become deformed. - x To clean the LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, it . Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be exposed to direct sunlight. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be able to record...
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... 880 min SP: Approx. 1 300 min LP: Approx. 2 510 min DCR-SR200/SR300 HQ: Approx. 570 min SP: Approx. 870 min LP: Approx. 1 680 min Recordable images/cuts Movie: 9 999 Still image: 9 999 Image device DCR-SR42 3.0 mm (1/6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Gross: Approx. 680...: - System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator DCR-SR200/SR300 Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Hard Disk DCR-SR42/SR62 30 GB DCR-SR82 60 GB DCR-SR200/SR300 40 GB When...
... 880 min SP: Approx. 1 300 min LP: Approx. 2 510 min DCR-SR200/SR300 HQ: Approx. 570 min SP: Approx. 870 min LP: Approx. 1 680 min Recordable images/cuts Movie: 9 999 Still image: 9 999 Image device DCR-SR42 3.0 mm (1/6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Gross: Approx. 680...: - System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator DCR-SR200/SR300 Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Hard Disk DCR-SR42/SR62 30 GB DCR-SR82 60 GB DCR-SR200/SR300 40 GB When...
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...Movie, 4:3) Approx. 1 080 000 pixels Effective (Still, 4:3) Approx. 1 990 000 pixels Effective (Still, 16:9) Approx. 1 490 000 pixels DCR-SR300 6.3 mm (1/2.9 type) CMOS sensor Recording pixels (still image, 4:3): Max. 6.1 mega (2 848 × 2 136) pixels*2 Gross: Approx. 3 200 000 pixels Effective (Movie, 16...215; Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) 36 DCR-SR300 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Optical:10 ×, Digital:20 × Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) Focal length DCR-SR42 F=1.8 - 4.1 f=1.9 - 76.0 mm (3/32 - 3 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera For movies: 36 - 1 440 mm (1 7/16 ...
...Movie, 4:3) Approx. 1 080 000 pixels Effective (Still, 4:3) Approx. 1 990 000 pixels Effective (Still, 16:9) Approx. 1 490 000 pixels DCR-SR300 6.3 mm (1/2.9 type) CMOS sensor Recording pixels (still image, 4:3): Max. 6.1 mega (2 848 × 2 136) pixels*2 Gross: Approx. 3 200 000 pixels Effective (Movie, 16...215; Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) 36 DCR-SR300 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Optical:10 ×, Digital:20 × Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) Focal length DCR-SR42 F=1.8 - 4.1 f=1.9 - 76.0 mm (3/32 - 3 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera For movies: 36 - 1 440 mm (1 7/16 ...
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...at the time of recording. *2 The unique pixel array of pixels DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 123 200 (560 × 220) DCR-SR200/SR300 211 200 (960 × 220) General Power requirements 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption During camera recording with supplied battery pack ...NightShot function) *1 "Exif" is a file format for DCR-SR42) Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) LCD screen Picture DCR-SR42 6.2 cm (2.5 type) DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of Sony's ClearVid CMOS Sensor and image processing system (new Enhanced ...
...at the time of recording. *2 The unique pixel array of pixels DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 123 200 (560 × 220) DCR-SR200/SR300 211 200 (960 × 220) General Power requirements 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption During camera recording with supplied battery pack ...NightShot function) *1 "Exif" is a file format for DCR-SR42) Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) LCD screen Picture DCR-SR42 6.2 cm (2.5 type) DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of Sony's ClearVid CMOS Sensor and image processing system (new Enhanced ...