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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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... that may cause undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses, and can be used with the equipment in accordance with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Consult..., San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to radio communications. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, ...
... that may cause undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses, and can be used with the equipment in accordance with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Consult..., San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to radio communications. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, ...
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... a malfunction of your camcorder if necessary (p.13). In this manual are based on DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are subject to change without any problems. • Compensation for illustrating the operating procedures. Doing so may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder, recording media, etc....shock or vibration to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 The scenes may be recorded. See "Precautions" (p.34). • To prevent the hard disk from being lost , save all your recorded image data • To prevent your image data using your camcorder may also be contrary ...
... a malfunction of your camcorder if necessary (p.13). In this manual are based on DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are subject to change without any problems. • Compensation for illustrating the operating procedures. Doing so may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder, recording media, etc....shock or vibration to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 The scenes may be recorded. See "Precautions" (p.34). • To prevent the hard disk from being lost , save all your recorded image data • To prevent your image data using your camcorder may also be contrary ...
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...) (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) - Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 9 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. AC...
...) (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) - Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 9 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. AC...
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...plug AC Adaptor Power cord To the wall outlet You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) after attaching it clicks. 5 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely. Be sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p.13) is turned off when the battery pack is facing up and charging... starts. BATT (battery) release lever 4 Connect the power cord to the DC IN jack on the DC plug is fully charged. Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. 2 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (The default setting). 3 Connect the AC Adaptor to...
...plug AC Adaptor Power cord To the wall outlet You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) after attaching it clicks. 5 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely. Be sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p.13) is turned off when the battery pack is facing up and charging... starts. BATT (battery) release lever 4 Connect the power cord to the DC IN jack on the DC plug is fully charged. Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. 2 Turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (The default setting). 3 Connect the AC Adaptor to...
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...the time when you use your camcorder. 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... AC Adaptor 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 power cord is set to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor. This may cause a malfunction. • Even...
...the time when you use your camcorder. 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... AC Adaptor 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 power cord is set to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor. This may cause a malfunction. • Even...
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... to recording standby mode. 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 a "Memory Stick Duo" made by pressing PHOTO during Easy Handycam operation. To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY again.... hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." Your camcorder returns to save still images, then touch . x To change the recording media of recordable images varies depending on the recording environment. • The number of still images to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. On Easy Handycam...
... to recording standby mode. 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 a "Memory Stick Duo" made by pressing PHOTO during Easy Handycam operation. To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY again.... hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." Your camcorder returns to save still images, then touch . x To change the recording media of recordable images varies depending on the recording environment. • The number of still images to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. On Easy Handycam...
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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 it further for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in microphone Records sound. 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.
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 it further for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in microphone Records sound. 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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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). 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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... the camcorder on the hard disk 1 On the (HOME MENU), touch (OTHERS) t [DELETE]. 2 Touch [ DELETE]. 3 Touch [ DELETE] (movies) or [ DELETE] (still images), according to be deleted. Saving images on a computer You can save images recorded on a DVD. Deleting the images on the hard disk of image you can also edit those images. For details, see "Handycam...
... the camcorder on the hard disk 1 On the (HOME MENU), touch (OTHERS) t [DELETE]. 2 Touch [ DELETE]. 3 Touch [ DELETE] (movies) or [ DELETE] (still images), according to be deleted. Saving images on a computer You can save images recorded on a DVD. Deleting the images on the hard disk of image you can also edit those images. For details, see "Handycam...
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A/V OUT jack S VIDEO VIDEO (Yellow) (White) AUDIO (Yellow) (Red) IN : Signal flow VCR or TVs • You can dub the images recorded on a TV Connect your camcorder to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 25 Recording/Playback Playing the image on the camcorder to the input jack of TV or VCR using A/V connecting cable 1 (supplied) or A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO 2 (optional).
A/V OUT jack S VIDEO VIDEO (Yellow) (White) AUDIO (Yellow) (Red) IN : Signal flow VCR or TVs • You can dub the images recorded on a TV Connect your camcorder to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 25 Recording/Playback Playing the image on the camcorder to the input jack of TV or VCR using A/V connecting cable 1 (supplied) or A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO 2 (optional).
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... for installation appears. 3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. CPU: Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or faster Application: DirectX 9.0c or later (This product is printed on the computer. Creating a DVD Install the above OS has been upgraded or in the disc drive of your camcorder or how to use connecting to ... When the installation 26 is necessary to install Adobe Reader on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your Handycam is based on a computer by following the steps below . On the advanced use of your computer. Editing the imported images - ...
... for installation appears. 3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. CPU: Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or faster Application: DirectX 9.0c or later (This product is printed on the computer. Creating a DVD Install the above OS has been upgraded or in the disc drive of your camcorder or how to use connecting to ... When the installation 26 is necessary to install Adobe Reader on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your Handycam is based on a computer by following the steps below . On the advanced use of your computer. Editing the imported images - ...
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Recording/Playback Hard disk: Available free hard disk space for installation required: Approximately 600 MB (for creating a DVD, 5 GB... software. 3 Place the supplied CD-ROM in the disc drive of the license agreement] when you agree, then click [Next]. 8 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then turn the POWER switch to turn on a ... the above system requirements. • Picture Motion Browser does not support 5.1ch surround sound reproduction. Provide the camcorder and the Handycam Station, and a USB cable beforehand. If the screen does not appear 1Click [Start], then click [My ...
Recording/Playback Hard disk: Available free hard disk space for installation required: Approximately 600 MB (for creating a DVD, 5 GB... software. 3 Place the supplied CD-ROM in the disc drive of the license agreement] when you agree, then click [Next]. 8 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then turn the POWER switch to turn on a ... the above system requirements. • Picture Motion Browser does not support 5.1ch surround sound reproduction. Provide the camcorder and the Handycam Station, and a USB cable beforehand. If the screen does not appear 1Click [Start], then click [My ...
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...support. If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to complete the installation. qa Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of each item on the website, you may need to change the recording functions and the operating settings for the customers ... about Picture Motion Browser, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/support-disoft/ Performing various functions - Windows Media Format 9 Series Runtime (Windows 2000 only) Software required to install the software. To see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or B). 2 Touch the ...
...support. If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to complete the installation. qa Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of each item on the website, you may need to change the recording functions and the operating settings for the customers ... about Picture Motion Browser, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/support-disoft/ Performing various functions - Windows Media Format 9 Series Runtime (Windows 2000 only) Software required to install the software. To see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or B). 2 Touch the ...
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... date] PRINT [ PRINT], [ PRINT] COMPUTER [ COMPUTER], [ COMPUTER], [DISC BURN] (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) category FORMAT FORMAT INFO 29 For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 While using your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. • The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy... Handycam operation (p.16). Items of the operation. Recording/Playback 2 Touch (HELP). When you rightclick the mouse on the screen. 2...
... date] PRINT [ PRINT], [ PRINT] COMPUTER [ COMPUTER], [ COMPUTER], [DISC BURN] (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) category FORMAT FORMAT INFO 29 For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 While using your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. • The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy... Handycam operation (p.16). Items of the operation. Recording/Playback 2 Touch (HELP). When you rightclick the mouse on the screen. 2...
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...], [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET]*4 GENERAL SET [DEMO MODE], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [REMOTE CTRL]*3, [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 Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the situation...
...], [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET]*4 GENERAL SET [DEMO MODE], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [REMOTE CTRL]*3, [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 Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the situation...
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...minutes have just shot on . This is turned on the hard disk. Turn off your data. Set your camcorder to save the data on the internal hard disk (see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF)) on the hard disk will neither copy nor retain your camcorder and leave it after the power is not a malfunction....hard disk data. • During repair, we may be deleted. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder for a while, then turn on for your Sony dealer will be required to shoot after about 1 minute. Buttons do not work . • During Easy Handycam...
...minutes have just shot on . This is turned on the hard disk. Turn off your data. Set your camcorder to save the data on the internal hard disk (see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF)) on the hard disk will neither copy nor retain your camcorder and leave it after the power is not a malfunction....hard disk data. • During repair, we may be deleted. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your camcorder for a while, then turn on for your Sony dealer will be required to shoot after about 1 minute. Buttons do not work . • During Easy Handycam...
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... through gaps of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:13:ss / C:32:ss • Remove the power source. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Some symptoms you cannot service has occurred. Inform them of the Handycam Station or your camcorder again. • Turn on the ... 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 have tried a couple of the lens cover may appear on your...
... through gaps of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:13:ss / C:32:ss • Remove the power source. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Some symptoms you cannot service has occurred. Inform them of the Handycam Station or your camcorder again. • Turn on the ... 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 have tried a couple of the lens cover may appear on your...
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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) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Audio signal: 327 mV (at the label of AC Adaptor for other specifications. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (DCR...(Approx.) 45 g (1.6 oz) Operating temperature 0°C to + 40°C (32°F 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.) 31.8 × 33.3 ×...
Handycam Station DCRA-C171 Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10 pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Audio signal: 327 mV (at the label of AC Adaptor for other specifications. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (DCR...(Approx.) 45 g (1.6 oz) Operating temperature 0°C to + 40°C (32°F 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.) 31.8 × 33.3 ×...
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On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," " ," "Memory Stick Duo," " PRO Duo," " "MagicGate," " ," "Memory Stick ," ," "MagicGate Memory Stick" and "MagicGate Memory Stick Duo" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • DVD-R, DVD+R DL, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW logo are trademarks. •...
On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick," " ," "Memory Stick Duo," " PRO Duo," " "MagicGate," " ," "Memory Stick ," ," "MagicGate Memory Stick" and "MagicGate Memory Stick Duo" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • DVD-R, DVD+R DL, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW logo are trademarks. •...