Handycam® Handbook
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4-170-094-11(1) DCR-SR68/SR88/SX43/ SX44/SX63 Digital Video Camera Recorder "Handycam" Handbook Table of contents 8 Getting started 11 Recording/Playback 20 Making good use of your 36 camcorder Saving images with an 45 external device Customizing your 53 camcorder Additional information 71 Quick reference 92 2010 Sony Corporation
4-170-094-11(1) DCR-SR68/SR88/SX43/ SX44/SX63 Digital Video Camera Recorder "Handycam" Handbook Table of contents 8 Getting started 11 Recording/Playback 20 Making good use of your 36 camcorder Saving images with an 45 external device Customizing your 53 camcorder Additional information 71 Quick reference 92 2010 Sony Corporation
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...cable (1) USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) under the current recording or playback conditions. The LCD screen is...and lens A menu item that appear constantly on the memory card will be deleted when it is manufactured using your camcorder" (p. 87). About changing the language setting The on-screen displays in color) that is grayed out is not...
...cable (1) USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) under the current recording or playback conditions. The LCD screen is...and lens A menu item that appear constantly on the memory card will be deleted when it is manufactured using your camcorder" (p. 87). About changing the language setting The on-screen displays in color) that is grayed out is not...
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... plug in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63) [YES] [YES] . MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. When the camcorder is equipped with a cable, be copyrighted. Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is connected to a computer... (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) the desired medium (DCR- To view your camcorder. Save all your recorded image data To prevent your image data from being activated in a malfunction of a Carl Zeiss ...
... plug in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63) [YES] [YES] . MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. When the camcorder is equipped with a cable, be copyrighted. Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is connected to a computer... (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) the desired medium (DCR- To view your camcorder. Save all your recorded image data To prevent your image data from being activated in a malfunction of a Carl Zeiss ...
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...(DCR-SR68/SR88) To protect the internal hard disk from images and screen indicators that actually appear on use Do not do not crash the camcorder against an object. Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas. Doing so may damage the internal hard disk drive of your camcorder and...USB jack media of internal recording media Internal hard disk + memory card 80 GB 120 GB Memory card Input/ output Internal memory + memory card 4 GB 16 GB Notes on your camcorder. Note on using the camcorder at high altitudes (DCR-SR68/SR88) Do not turn on the...
...(DCR-SR68/SR88) To protect the internal hard disk from images and screen indicators that actually appear on use Do not do not crash the camcorder against an object. Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas. Doing so may damage the internal hard disk drive of your camcorder and...USB jack media of internal recording media Internal hard disk + memory card 80 GB 120 GB Memory card Input/ output Internal memory + memory card 4 GB 16 GB Notes on your camcorder. Note on using the camcorder at high altitudes (DCR-SR68/SR88) Do not turn on the...
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...; p. 22 Changing the recording mode (p. 25) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 67) Shooting photos p. 23 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 27 Playing images on a TV p. 33 Saving images Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving movies and photos in external media p. 45...
...; p. 22 Changing the recording mode (p. 25) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 67) Shooting photos p. 23 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 27 Playing images on a TV p. 33 Saving images Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving movies and photos in external media p. 45...
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.... Using accessories Make good use zooming sparingly. By always carrying spare batteries, you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to your camcorder horizontally as scenes of voices, since the recording person is essential that may make movies that you... not move your body. The SteadyShot function is effective against camera-shake, however, it is closer to be recorded with your camcorder When you can make the scene look stable. And, use of spaciousness Use the panning technique. Accentuating movies with narration Consider the...
.... Using accessories Make good use zooming sparingly. By always carrying spare batteries, you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to your camcorder horizontally as scenes of voices, since the recording person is essential that may make movies that you... not move your body. The SteadyShot function is effective against camera-shake, however, it is closer to be recorded with your camcorder When you can make the scene look stable. And, use of spaciousness Use the panning technique. Accentuating movies with narration Consider the...
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Useful recording techniques Flowers in close-up PORTRAIT (58) TELE MACRO (61) Recording in a dimly-lit room VIDEO LIGHT (26) Capturing fireworks, or a sunset in all its splendor FIREWORKS (58) SUNRISE&SUNSET (58) Checking your golf swing SPORTS (58) Focusing on the child on the left side of the screen SPOT FOCUS (60) SPOT MTR/FCS (60) US
Useful recording techniques Flowers in close-up PORTRAIT (58) TELE MACRO (61) Recording in a dimly-lit room VIDEO LIGHT (26) Capturing fireworks, or a sunset in all its splendor FIREWORKS (58) SUNRISE&SUNSET (58) Checking your golf swing SPORTS (58) Focusing on the child on the left side of the screen SPOT FOCUS (60) SPOT MTR/FCS (60) US
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...time 15 Changing the language setting 16 Step 3: Preparing the recording media 17 Selecting the recording media for movies (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63).. . . . . 17 Selecting the recording media for photos (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63).. . . . . 17 Inserting a memory card 18 Recording/Playback Recording 20 Recording movies 22... mode 25 Using the VIDEO LIGHT 26 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects 26 Recording in mirror mode 26 Playback on the camcorder 27 Useful functions for playing movies and photos 30 Searching for desired images by date (Date Index 30 Searching for desired scene...
...time 15 Changing the language setting 16 Step 3: Preparing the recording media 17 Selecting the recording media for movies (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63).. . . . . 17 Selecting the recording media for photos (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63).. . . . . 17 Inserting a memory card 18 Recording/Playback Recording 20 Recording movies 22... mode 25 Using the VIDEO LIGHT 26 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects 26 Recording in mirror mode 26 Playback on the camcorder 27 Useful functions for playing movies and photos 30 Searching for desired images by date (Date Index 30 Searching for desired scene...
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... contents Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 36 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 38 Dividing a movie 39 Capturing a photo from a movie 40 Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63 41 Dubbing movies ... 47 Creating a disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 49 Creating a disc with a recorder, etc 50 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 53 Operating menus 53 Using MY MENU 54 Using the OPTION MENU 55 Menu lists 56 MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene...
... contents Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 36 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 38 Dividing a movie 39 Capturing a photo from a movie 40 Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63 41 Dubbing movies ... 47 Creating a disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 49 Creating a disc with a recorder, etc 50 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 53 Operating menus 53 Using MY MENU 54 Using the OPTION MENU 55 Menu lists 56 MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene...
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Additional information Troubleshooting 71 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 76 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 80 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 80 Expected recording time of movies 81 Expected number of recordable photos 81 Using your camcorder abroad 83 Maintenance and precautions 85 About the "Memory Stick" media 85 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 86 About handling of your camcorder 87 Quick reference Screen indicators 92 Parts and controls 93 Index 96 US 10
Additional information Troubleshooting 71 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 76 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 80 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 80 Expected recording time of movies 81 Expected number of recordable photos 81 Using your camcorder abroad 83 Maintenance and precautions 85 About the "Memory Stick" media 85 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 86 About handling of your camcorder 87 Quick reference Screen indicators 92 Parts and controls 93 Index 96 US 10
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Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack DCR-SR68/SR88 Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 DC IN jack DC plug AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) CHG (charge) lamp Getting started Battery pack DC IN jack DC plug AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) US 11
Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack DCR-SR68/SR88 Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 DC IN jack DC plug AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) CHG (charge) lamp Getting started Battery pack DC IN jack DC plug AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) US 11
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... required when you can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is charged, ...NP-FV50 NP-FV70 NP-FV100 Charging time 115 155 195 390 Times measured with the camcorder at 25 C (77 °F). 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to your camcorder is recommended. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. You can check the ...
... required when you can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is charged, ...NP-FV50 NP-FV70 NP-FV100 Charging time 115 155 195 390 Times measured with the camcorder at 25 C (77 °F). 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to your camcorder is recommended. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. You can check the ...
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...the LCD screen and make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 15), the access lamp (p. 19) are turned off automatically if you leave your camcorder and put it in a warm place. The temperature of the battery pack is not discharged. Remove the battery pack from your... camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Notes Do not use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same connections as "Step 1: Charging the battery pack." Getting started To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. DCR-SR68/SR88 DCR-SX43/...
...the LCD screen and make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 15), the access lamp (p. 19) are turned off automatically if you leave your camcorder and put it in a warm place. The temperature of the battery pack is not discharged. Remove the battery pack from your... camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Notes Do not use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same connections as "Step 1: Charging the battery pack." Getting started To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. DCR-SR68/SR88 DCR-SX43/...
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Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. US 14 Notes on the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any malfunction occurs while using the AC Adaptor.
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. US 14 Notes on the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any malfunction occurs while using the AC Adaptor.
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... on. To turn on your camcorder. The clock starts. If you set the date and time again, touch (MENU) [Show others] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [...] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour. Getting started Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears. 3 Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], date and time, then touch . When...
... on. To turn on your camcorder. The clock starts. If you set the date and time again, touch (MENU) [Show others] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [...] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour. Getting started Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears. 3 Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], date and time, then touch . When...
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... language . The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is turned Tips You can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] (p. 70) is set to show messages in a specified language. Changing the language setting You can...
... language . The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is turned Tips You can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] (p. 70) is set to show messages in a specified language. Changing the language setting You can...
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...; [Show others ] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MOVIE MEDIA SET]. DCR-SX43: DCR-SX44/SX63: DCR-SR68/SR88: Memory card * Internal memory * Internal hard disk Memory card Memory card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are displayed on this recording media. Getting .... Tips See page 81 for the recordable time of movies. See page 81 for the number of your camcorder. US 17 The [MOVIE MEDIA SET] screen appears. Touch the desired recording media. Touch [YES] ....
...; [Show others ] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MOVIE MEDIA SET]. DCR-SX43: DCR-SX44/SX63: DCR-SR68/SR88: Memory card * Internal memory * Internal hard disk Memory card Memory card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are displayed on this recording media. Getting .... Tips See page 81 for the recordable time of movies. See page 81 for the number of your camcorder. US 17 The [MOVIE MEDIA SET] screen appears. Touch the desired recording media. Touch [YES] ....
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...recommended that you use "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media of up to 32 GB are referred to record movies and/or photos on the camcorder you use . Types of the screen. "Memory Stick PRO Duo"media/"Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo"media (This size can be used ... media or "Memory Stick Duo" media adaptor. A MultiMediaCard cannot be used only with this camcorder. In this camcorder. Recording media icon The icon displayed on the LCD screen varies depending on memory card (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). Inserting a memory card Notes Set the recording medium...
...recommended that you use "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media of up to 32 GB are referred to record movies and/or photos on the camcorder you use . Types of the screen. "Memory Stick PRO Duo"media/"Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo"media (This size can be used ... media or "Memory Stick Duo" media adaptor. A MultiMediaCard cannot be used only with this camcorder. In this camcorder. Recording media icon The icon displayed on the LCD screen varies depending on memory card (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). Inserting a memory card Notes Set the recording medium...
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..., or image data may appear if you record only photos on the memory card, touch [NO]. Confirm the direction of the memory card. DCR-SR68/SR88 Access lamp DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 Note direction of notched corner. In that the memory card does not pop out and drop. A c c e ss lamp Note direction... enough free space.] is displayed, initialize the memory card by touching (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD] (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/ SX63) [YES] [YES] .
..., or image data may appear if you record only photos on the memory card, touch [NO]. Confirm the direction of the memory card. DCR-SR68/SR88 Access lamp DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 Note direction of notched corner. In that the memory card does not pop out and drop. A c c e ss lamp Note direction... enough free space.] is displayed, initialize the memory card by touching (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD] (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/ SX63) [YES] [YES] .
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DCR-SX43: Memory card DCR-SX44/SX63: Internal memory DCR-SR68/SR88: Internal hard disk Tips See page 17 on the following recording media. DCR-SR68/SR88 US 20 DCR-SR68/SR88 DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 Tips When you finish recording or when you play back images, close the lens cover. 1 Fasten the grip belt. Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded on changing the recording media (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). To open the lens cover Slide the LENS COVER switch to open.
DCR-SX43: Memory card DCR-SX44/SX63: Internal memory DCR-SR68/SR88: Internal hard disk Tips See page 17 on the following recording media. DCR-SR68/SR88 US 20 DCR-SR68/SR88 DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 Tips When you finish recording or when you play back images, close the lens cover. 1 Fasten the grip belt. Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded on changing the recording media (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). To open the lens cover Slide the LENS COVER switch to open.
