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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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... questions about this product, you may result. CAUTION Replace the battery with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR42 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For customers in the space provided below is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device... No. Regulatory Information Declaration of the FCC Rules. Record the serial number in the U.S.A. The number below . For customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR62 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is for future reference. Read this...
... questions about this product, you may result. CAUTION Replace the battery with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR42 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For customers in the space provided below is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device... No. Regulatory Information Declaration of the FCC Rules. Record the serial number in the U.S.A. The number below . For customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR62 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is for future reference. Read this...
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...Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Operation is subject ...Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR200 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Notes DCR-SR42, DCR-SR62, DCR-SR82, DCR-SR200 and DCR-SR300 are designed to be used ...must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to comply with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2)...
...Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Operation is subject ...Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR200 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Notes DCR-SR42, DCR-SR62, DCR-SR82, DCR-SR200 and DCR-SR300 are designed to be used ...must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to comply with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2)...
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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) - Picture Motion Browser (Software) - AC Adaptor (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.11) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (except for DCR-SR42) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Getting Started Step 1: Checking...
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) - Picture Motion Browser (Software) - AC Adaptor (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.11) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (except for DCR-SR42) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Getting Started Step 1: Checking...
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... or dispose of the Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. 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 slit to... plug adaptor [a], 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.
... or dispose of the Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. 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 slit to... plug adaptor [a], 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.
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... as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in a narrow space, such.... NP-FH40: (Unit:min.) 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...
... as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in a narrow space, such.... NP-FH40: (Unit:min.) 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...
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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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... Press PHOTO lightly to open (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82). • For DCR-SR200/SR300, the lens cover opens and closes automatically. 2 Turn the POWER switch until the respective lamp lights up. Movies Press START/STOP A (or B). To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Recording Lens cover switch (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) START/STOP A Recording/Playback POWER switch PHOTO [STBY...
... Press PHOTO lightly to open (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82). • For DCR-SR200/SR300, the lens cover opens and closes automatically. 2 Turn the POWER switch until the respective lamp lights up. Movies Press START/STOP A (or B). To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Recording Lens cover switch (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) START/STOP A Recording/Playback POWER switch PHOTO [STBY...
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...hard disk space by Sony Corporation. The number of recordable images varies depending on the "Memory Stick Duo" (1GB) are followings (with or . To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY again. • You cannot use only a "Memory Stick Duo" marked with recording mode [SP]); Do not apply shock or vibration to a "Memory Stick Duo." DCR-SR42.../SR62: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR82: approx. 21 hours and 40 minutes DCR-SR200/SR300: approx. 14 hours and 30 minutes To record still images on a "Memory Stick Duo" You can change the recording media of the...
...hard disk space by Sony Corporation. The number of recordable images varies depending on the "Memory Stick Duo" (1GB) are followings (with or . To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY again. • You cannot use only a "Memory Stick Duo" marked with recording mode [SP]); Do not apply shock or vibration to a "Memory Stick Duo." DCR-SR42.../SR62: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR82: approx. 21 hours and 40 minutes DCR-SR200/SR300: approx. 14 hours and 30 minutes To record still images on a "Memory Stick Duo" You can change the recording media of the...
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Move it further for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in microphone Records sound. Sound picked up by the built-in microphone is converted to ON. ( appears.) 6 Built-in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded.*2 19 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 microphone Records sound. Sound picked up by the built-in microphone is converted to ON. ( appears.) 6 Built-in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded.*2 19 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.
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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 Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF).
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 Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF).
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... 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." They are not displayed while recording. Indicators when ...recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. 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...
... 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." They are not displayed while recording. Indicators when ...recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. 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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... tab [MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER], [FLASH MODE]*3, [TIMING]*2, [RECORD SOUND]*2 - (A tab depends on the OPTION MENU will be described...WHITE BAL.], [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 PHOTO ...[DROP SENSOR] *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 You can set the item during Easy Handycam operation (p.16). *5 DCR-SR300 *6 [SOUND SETTINGS] (during Easy Handycam operation (p.16)) 30...
... tab [MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER], [FLASH MODE]*3, [TIMING]*2, [RECORD SOUND]*2 - (A tab depends on the OPTION MENU will be described...WHITE BAL.], [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 PHOTO ...[DROP SENSOR] *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 You can set the item during Easy Handycam operation (p.16). *5 DCR-SR300 *6 [SOUND SETTINGS] (during Easy Handycam operation (p.16)) 30...
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...digit code, which starts from "E." 101-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining to files) Slow flashing • The file is damaged. • The file is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you turn on your camcorder while the lens cover is unreadable. 32 Inform them of the Handycam ...Station or your camcorder securely (p.11). Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the screen. C:13:ss / C:32:ss • Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. • Turn on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service ...
...digit code, which starts from "E." 101-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining to files) Slow flashing • The file is damaged. • The file is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you turn on your camcorder while the lens cover is unreadable. 32 Inform them of the Handycam ...Station or your camcorder securely (p.11). Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the screen. C:13:ss / C:32:ss • Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. • Turn on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service ...
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... 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...
... 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. 690 000 pixels Effective (Still, 4:3) Approx. 1 000 000 pixels Effective (Still, 16:9) Approx. 750 000 pixels DCR-SR200 5.9 mm (1/3 type) CMOS sensor Recording pixels (still image, 4:3): Max. 4.0 mega (2 304 × 1 728) pixels*2 Gross: Approx. 2 100 000 pixels Effective (...10 ×, Digital:20 ×, 80 × 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: ...
...Movie, 4:3) Approx. 690 000 pixels Effective (Still, 4:3) Approx. 1 000 000 pixels Effective (Still, 16:9) Approx. 750 000 pixels DCR-SR200 5.9 mm (1/3 type) CMOS sensor Recording pixels (still image, 4:3): Max. 4.0 mega (2 304 × 1 728) pixels*2 Gross: Approx. 2 100 000 pixels Effective (...10 ×, Digital:20 ×, 80 × 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: ...
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...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 NP-FH60 attached Mass (Approx.) DCR-SR42...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...
...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 NP-FH60 attached Mass (Approx.) DCR-SR42...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...
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Handycam Station DCRA-C171 Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10 pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) ...to 104°F) Type Li-ion Design and specifications are subject to 104°F) 38 Type Li-ion NP-FH60 (DCR-SR200/SR300) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 7.2 wh (1 000 mAh) Dimensions (Approx.) ...oz) excluding the power cord * See at the label of AC Adaptor for other specifications. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 4.9 wh (680 mAh) Dimensions (Approx...
Handycam Station DCRA-C171 Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10 pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) ...to 104°F) Type Li-ion Design and specifications are subject to 104°F) 38 Type Li-ion NP-FH60 (DCR-SR200/SR300) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 7.2 wh (1 000 mAh) Dimensions (Approx.) ...oz) excluding the power cord * See at the label of AC Adaptor for other specifications. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 4.9 wh (680 mAh) Dimensions (Approx...
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... for video cameras and offers a quality typical of light from what you need a NTSC system-based TV. • Television programs, films, video tapes, and other DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82/SR200/ SR300. About menu items, LCD panel and lens • A menu item that appear constantly on the LCD screen. On recording • Before starting to record, test the recording function...
... for video cameras and offers a quality typical of light from what you need a NTSC system-based TV. • Television programs, films, video tapes, and other DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82/SR200/ SR300. About menu items, LCD panel and lens • A menu item that appear constantly on the LCD screen. On recording • Before starting to record, test the recording function...
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Subject examples and solutions Checking your golf swing B SMTH SLW REC 29 B SPORTS 69 Capturing still images during movie recording B Dual Rec 26 Getting a good shot of a ski slope or beach B Backlight 28 B BEACH 69 B SNOW 69 A child on the stage under a spot light B SPOTLIGHT ... its splendor B PORTRAIT 69 B FOCUS 67 B TELE MACRO 67 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen B FOCUS 67 B SPOT FOCUS 67 * DCR-SR200/SR300 ** DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 B FIREWORKS 69 B FOCUS 67 A sleeping child under dim light B NightShot plus 27 B NightShot 27 B COLOR SLOW SHTR 70 7
Subject examples and solutions Checking your golf swing B SMTH SLW REC 29 B SPORTS 69 Capturing still images during movie recording B Dual Rec 26 Getting a good shot of a ski slope or beach B Backlight 28 B BEACH 69 B SNOW 69 A child on the stage under a spot light B SPOTLIGHT ... its splendor B PORTRAIT 69 B FOCUS 67 B TELE MACRO 67 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen B FOCUS 67 B SPOT FOCUS 67 * DCR-SR200/SR300 ** DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 B FIREWORKS 69 B FOCUS 67 A sleeping child under dim light B NightShot plus 27 B NightShot 27 B COLOR SLOW SHTR 70 7