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... of electrical power supplied to have a suitable outlet installed. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your electrician to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard...
... of electrical power supplied to have a suitable outlet installed. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your electrician to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard...
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...are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in this manual could void your authority to the collection and recycling location nearest you. If you ...San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC162 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. Operation is subject to the ... ACSerial No. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Notes DCR-SR40, DCR-SR60 and DCR-SR80 are cautioned that may cause undesired operation. Refer to...
...are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in this manual could void your authority to the collection and recycling location nearest you. If you ...San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC162 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. Operation is subject to the ... ACSerial No. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Notes DCR-SR40, DCR-SR60 and DCR-SR80 are cautioned that may cause undesired operation. Refer to...
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... not be stopped. Note on the operating system of the camcorder becomes extremely high or extremely low, you may not record or playback the camcorder to provide protection to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 6 When you transfer the camcorder, it is recommended that you save the image data on ..., the block noise to a computer • Do not format the hard disk of such materials may also be contrary to recover your data. Note on using your camcorder if necessary.* • The screenshots in this manual are based on the model DCR-SR80. • The on . Note on a TV, you see...
... not be stopped. Note on the operating system of the camcorder becomes extremely high or extremely low, you may not record or playback the camcorder to provide protection to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 6 When you transfer the camcorder, it is recommended that you save the image data on ..., the block noise to a computer • Do not format the hard disk of such materials may also be contrary to recover your data. Note on using your camcorder if necessary.* • The screenshots in this manual are based on the model DCR-SR80. • The on . Note on a TV, you see...
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... grip belt through the lens cap ring. CD-ROM (1) (p.21) - "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 8 "ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder" (Software) - The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. AC Adaptor (1) (p.10) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR-SR60/SR80) A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
... grip belt through the lens cap ring. CD-ROM (1) (p.21) - "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 8 "ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder" (Software) - The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. AC Adaptor (1) (p.10) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR-SR60/SR80) A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
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However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording or playback, following indicators are displayed. n Meaning Picture effect Digital effect Manual focus PROGRAM AE Backlight White balance WIDE SELECT SteadyShot off Drop sensor Center Indicator E Meaning NightShot plus Super NightShot plus Color Slow Shutter PictBridge connecting ...
However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording or playback, following indicators are displayed. n Meaning Picture effect Digital effect Manual focus PROGRAM AE Backlight White balance WIDE SELECT SteadyShot off Drop sensor Center Indicator E Meaning NightShot plus Super NightShot plus Color Slow Shutter PictBridge connecting ...
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...with a doctor immediately (DCR-SR60/SR80). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked, - They may malfunction. - If sand or dust gets in the following locations. - if any liquid that may heat up. This is used in this instruction manual. • Do not let your camcorder for a long time ... or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in a cold place, a residual image may appear on and let it . If your local authorized Sony service facility. - x To clean the LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, use the LCD Cleaning Kit (optional), do...
...with a doctor immediately (DCR-SR60/SR80). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked, - They may malfunction. - If sand or dust gets in the following locations. - if any liquid that may heat up. This is used in this instruction manual. • Do not let your camcorder for a long time ... or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in a cold place, a residual image may appear on and let it . If your local authorized Sony service facility. - x To clean the LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, use the LCD Cleaning Kit (optional), do...
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...oz) excluding the power cord * See at the label of AC Adaptor for HDD Camcorder" is a trademark of Pixela Corporation. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are ...176;F) Type Li-ion Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. in this manual. All other countries. • Macintosh is a trademark or registered trademark of Dolby .... On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick Duo" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "ImageMixer ...
...oz) excluding the power cord * See at the label of AC Adaptor for HDD Camcorder" is a trademark of Pixela Corporation. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are ...176;F) Type Li-ion Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. in this manual. All other countries. • Macintosh is a trademark or registered trademark of Dolby .... On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick Duo" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "ImageMixer ...
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... only one blade wider than the other similar surface. - Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for cleaning the exterior of the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other ). Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by placing the...
... only one blade wider than the other similar surface. - Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for cleaning the exterior of the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other ). Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by placing the...
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CAUTION Replace the battery with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For customers in the space provided below is for future reference. If you have any interference received, including interference ...Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC162 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual could void your authority to the collection and recycling location nearest you may result....
CAUTION Replace the battery with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For customers in the space provided below is for future reference. If you have any interference received, including interference ...Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC162 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual could void your authority to the collection and recycling location nearest you may result....
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... button The settings of the EASY button. Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation. • To perform settings such as focusing manually and adding special effects, cancel Easy Handycam operation. using your camcorder with automatic settings Easy Handycam - EASY Touch SETUP 60min EASY LANGUAGE BEEP STBY CLOCK HDD SET FORMAT • Nearly all settings automatic with...
... button The settings of the EASY button. Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation. • To perform settings such as focusing manually and adding special effects, cancel Easy Handycam operation. using your camcorder with automatic settings Easy Handycam - EASY Touch SETUP 60min EASY LANGUAGE BEEP STBY CLOCK HDD SET FORMAT • Nearly all settings automatic with...
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...may be recorded. • You cannot change the zoom speed with your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus is hard to focus automatically. • Do not use zoom 16 Move the ...places (NightShot plus 2 Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch 2 to a level greater than the following: DCR-SR40 DCR-SR60/SR80 (optical zoom) 20 × 12 × To record in dim light, use infrared...between your fingers or other objects. • Remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p.53) when it further for recording/playback, etc. If you want to zoom to ON...
...may be recorded. • You cannot change the zoom speed with your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus is hard to focus automatically. • Do not use zoom 16 Move the ...places (NightShot plus 2 Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch 2 to a level greater than the following: DCR-SR40 DCR-SR60/SR80 (optical zoom) 20 × 12 × To record in dim light, use infrared...between your fingers or other objects. • Remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p.53) when it further for recording/playback, etc. If you want to zoom to ON...
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n Meaning Picture effect (57) Digital effect (57) Manual focus (53) PROGRAM AE (51) Backlight (35) White balance (52) WIDE SELECT (26) SteadyShot off (59) Drop sensor (59) Bottom Indicator 9 . Upper left Indicator Meaning ...
n Meaning Picture effect (57) Digital effect (57) Manual focus (53) PROGRAM AE (51) Backlight (35) White balance (52) WIDE SELECT (26) SteadyShot off (59) Drop sensor (59) Bottom Indicator 9 . Upper left Indicator Meaning ...
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... be produced than with the ID-1/ID-2 system, or via an S VIDEO jack, set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3) (DCR-SR60/ SR80) Change the setting according to a TV compatible with an A/V connecting cable. The image might get disturbed. 42 When your TV is not .... To set [TV TYPE] to the manual supplied with an S VIDEO cable (optional). Refer also to [16:9 WIDE]. The yellow plug connection is connected to a VCR Connect your camcorder to the input jack of the TV you connect your camcorder and the Handycam Station at the same time. Connect the ...
... be produced than with the ID-1/ID-2 system, or via an S VIDEO jack, set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3) (DCR-SR60/ SR80) Change the setting according to a TV compatible with an A/V connecting cable. The image might get disturbed. 42 When your TV is not .... To set [TV TYPE] to the manual supplied with an S VIDEO cable (optional). Refer also to [16:9 WIDE]. The yellow plug connection is connected to a VCR Connect your camcorder to the input jack of the TV you connect your camcorder and the Handycam Station at the same time. Connect the ...
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... Select to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./ STEADYSHOT, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. CAMERA SET Settings to adjust your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows that it is recorded in suitable brightness even when there is automatically set [SPOT METER], ...parentheses appear when the items are lit by strong light. appears. 2 Touch [END]. B AUTO Select to [AUTO] after you set to [MANUAL]. • The setting returns to the subject, so that comes in between the subject and the background, such as subjects in the spotlight ...
... Select to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./ STEADYSHOT, etc.) The default settings are marked with B. CAMERA SET Settings to adjust your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows that it is recorded in suitable brightness even when there is automatically set [SPOT METER], ...parentheses appear when the items are lit by strong light. appears. 2 Touch [END]. B AUTO Select to [AUTO] after you set to [MANUAL]. • The setting returns to the subject, so that comes in between the subject and the background, such as subjects in the spotlight ...
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.... 2 Adjust the exposure by fixing the exposure to the brightness of the room. 60min STBY EXPOSURE: MANUAL AUTO MANUAL OK 1 Touch [MANUAL]. At party scenes or studios where the lighting conditions change the [PROGRAM AE] settings, or bring your camcorder outdoors from inside the house while using fixed exposure, select [AUTO] and aim your...
.... 2 Adjust the exposure by fixing the exposure to the brightness of the room. 60min STBY EXPOSURE: MANUAL AUTO MANUAL OK 1 Touch [MANUAL]. At party scenes or studios where the lighting conditions change the [PROGRAM AE] settings, or bring your camcorder outdoors from inside the house while using fixed exposure, select [AUTO] and aim your...
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...focus, then towards W (wide angle) to adjust the zoom for more than five minutes. FLASH SET (DCR-SR60/SR80) You can select only [ON] or [AUTO]. • The setting returns to [ON] ...phenomenon, then flashes automatically when recording still images. • If the flash is automatically set to [MANUAL]. • The setting returns to [AUTO] after you remove the power source for recording. To ...• If you set this when you use an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus is easier to focus on the screen. 9 appears. 2...
...focus, then towards W (wide angle) to adjust the zoom for more than five minutes. FLASH SET (DCR-SR60/SR80) You can select only [ON] or [AUTO]. • The setting returns to [ON] ...phenomenon, then flashes automatically when recording still images. • If the flash is automatically set to [MANUAL]. • The setting returns to [AUTO] after you remove the power source for recording. To ...• If you set this when you use an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus is easier to focus on the screen. 9 appears. 2...
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...• Remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p.53), when it is set [SUPER NSPLUS] to focus automatically. • The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/SR80) (p.41). COLOR SLOW S (Color Slow Shutter) You can ...recording a movie after you are using [NS LIGHT] is hard to [OFF]. • Do not use the self-timer with your camcorder changes depending on the Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/ SR80) (p.41). Press PHOTO when [ SELF-TIMER] is hard to [ON]. To cancel the self-timer, select [OFF...
...• Remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p.53), when it is set [SUPER NSPLUS] to focus automatically. • The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/SR80) (p.41). COLOR SLOW S (Color Slow Shutter) You can ...recording a movie after you are using [NS LIGHT] is hard to [OFF]. • Do not use the self-timer with your camcorder changes depending on the Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/ SR80) (p.41). Press PHOTO when [ SELF-TIMER] is hard to [ON]. To cancel the self-timer, select [OFF...
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...mode, the image is performed digitally. DCR-SR40 B OFF Up to 20 × zoom is performed optically. 40 × Up to 20 × zoom is performed optically, and after that up to full mode automatically. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ...zoom is performed digitally. 800 × Up to 20 × zoom is [ON]). WIDE SELECT (DCR-SR40) You can record images using a tripod or the conversion lens (optional). 55 Using the Setup items DCR-SR40 DCR-SR60/SR80 (optical zoom) 20 × 12 × The right side of the bar shows the ...
...mode, the image is performed digitally. DCR-SR40 B OFF Up to 20 × zoom is performed optically. 40 × Up to 20 × zoom is performed optically, and after that up to full mode automatically. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ...zoom is performed digitally. 800 × Up to 20 × zoom is [ON]). WIDE SELECT (DCR-SR40) You can record images using a tripod or the conversion lens (optional). 55 Using the Setup items DCR-SR40 DCR-SR60/SR80 (optical zoom) 20 × 12 × The right side of the bar shows the ...
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Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with A/V jacks (p.76). Connect the A/V connecting cable either to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder, according to your setup. 2 A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) When connecting to another device via the S VIDEO jack, by using an A/V connecting cable with an S ...
Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with A/V jacks (p.76). Connect the A/V connecting cable either to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder, according to your setup. 2 A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) When connecting to another device via the S VIDEO jack, by using an A/V connecting cable with an S ...
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... manuals supplied with S VIDEO (optional) 2. • Connect your camcorder to the playback device (p.42). 2 Insert the recording media for details. 5 When dubbing is finished, stop your camcorder and the recording device. • After dubbing your images, it is recommended that you delete unnecessary images from the hard disk... of a VCR or DVD device. 4 Start the playback on your camcorder, and record it to the input mode. 3 Connect your camcorder to light up the (PLAY/EDIT) lamp. Set [TV TYPE] according...
... manuals supplied with S VIDEO (optional) 2. • Connect your camcorder to the playback device (p.42). 2 Insert the recording media for details. 5 When dubbing is finished, stop your camcorder and the recording device. • After dubbing your images, it is recommended that you delete unnecessary images from the hard disk... of a VCR or DVD device. 4 Start the playback on your camcorder, and record it to the input mode. 3 Connect your camcorder to light up the (PLAY/EDIT) lamp. Set [TV TYPE] according...