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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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...white, red, blue, or green in each local language are used for the memory card you use a memory card with your camcorder for the first time, formatting the memory card with this first Supplied items The numbers in low light conditions, such ...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 ...
...white, red, blue, or green in each local language are used for the memory card you use a memory card with your camcorder for the first time, formatting the memory card with this first Supplied items The numbers in low light conditions, such ...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 ...
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... country/region. It is connected to a computer or accessories Do not try to format the recording media of the camcorder using genuine Sony accessories. Availability of such products is not possible due to another device with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed...) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) the desired medium (DCR- If you cannot record/play back on other devices. US SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63) [YES] [YES] . The number value indicates the amount of a Carl Zeiss lens...
... country/region. It is connected to a computer or accessories Do not try to format the recording media of the camcorder using genuine Sony accessories. Availability of such products is not possible due to another device with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed...) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) the desired medium (DCR- If you cannot record/play back on other devices. US SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63) [YES] [YES] . The number value indicates the amount of a Carl Zeiss lens...
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.... Confirm the model name on the bottom of your camcorder. The main differences in specification of this manual when there is lit or flashing Remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder, or subject the camcorder to shock or vibration when the (Movie)/ (Photo.... In this manual, the internal hard disk (DCRSR68/SR88), the internal memory (DCR-SX44/ SX63) of your camcorder and memory card are called "recording media." Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to play back or may appear different from images and screen ...
.... Confirm the model name on the bottom of your camcorder. The main differences in specification of this manual when there is lit or flashing Remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder, or subject the camcorder to shock or vibration when the (Movie)/ (Photo.... In this manual, the internal hard disk (DCRSR68/SR88), the internal memory (DCR-SX44/ SX63) of your camcorder and memory card are called "recording media." Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to play back or may appear different from images and screen ...
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... Getting started (p. 11) Prepare the power source and memory card. Recording movies and photos (p. 20) Recording movies 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...
... Getting started (p. 11) Prepare the power source and memory card. Recording movies and photos (p. 20) Recording movies 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...
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... you can continue recording without worrying about battery power shortages. Zooming smoothly Zoom in dim light, such as you not move your camcorder horizontally as scenes of fireworks, or night views. Accentuating movies with your movies. Excessive zooming will make movies that you turn your body...a while to the microphone than the recorded person. Aim for successful recording To get good results in recording Stabilizing your camcorder When you can make the viewer feel tired when viewing them. US Advice for a balanced volume of voices, since the ...
... you can continue recording without worrying about battery power shortages. Zooming smoothly Zoom in dim light, such as you not move your camcorder horizontally as scenes of fireworks, or night views. Accentuating movies with your movies. Excessive zooming will make movies that you turn your body...a while to the microphone than the recorded person. Aim for successful recording To get good results in recording Stabilizing your camcorder When you can make the viewer feel tired when viewing them. US Advice for a balanced volume of voices, since 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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... 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... Shooting photos 23 Useful functions for recording movies and photos 25 Zooming 25 Selecting the recording mode 25 Using the VIDEO LIGHT 26 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects 26 Recording in mirror mode 26 Playback on the camcorder...
... 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... Shooting photos 23 Useful functions for recording movies and photos 25 Zooming 25 Selecting the recording mode 25 Using the VIDEO LIGHT 26 Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects 26 Recording in mirror mode 26 Playback on the camcorder...
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... 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 41 Copying ... 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...
... 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 41 Copying ... 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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...charged. 4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder. Tips See page 80 on recording and playing time. When your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Align the mark on the DC plug ... Approximate time (min.) required when you can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it in the direction of remaining battery power with the camcorder at 25 C (77 °F). 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F) is on, you fully charge a fully ...
...charged. 4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder. Tips See page 80 on recording and playing time. When your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Align the mark on the DC plug ... Approximate time (min.) required when you can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it in the direction of remaining battery power with the camcorder at 25 C (77 °F). 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F) is on, you fully charge a fully ...
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...make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 15), the access lamp (p. 19) are turned off. The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging under the following conditions: The battery pack is not attached correctly. The battery pack is damaged. The temperature ...of the battery pack is high. US 13 DCR-SR68/SR88 DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 To use an electronic voltage transformer. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder without any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60...
...make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 15), the access lamp (p. 19) are turned off. The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging under the following conditions: The battery pack is not attached correctly. The battery pack is damaged. The temperature ...of the battery pack is high. US 13 DCR-SR68/SR88 DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 To use an electronic voltage transformer. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder without any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60...
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Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any metallic objects. 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. US 14 This may cause a malfunction.
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any metallic objects. 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. US 14 This may cause a malfunction.
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... [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour. POWER button MODE lamp 2 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT]. Your camcorder turns on. To turn on your camcorder. Getting started Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your...
... [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour. POWER button MODE lamp 2 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT]. Your camcorder turns on. To turn on your camcorder. Getting started Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your...
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Changing the language setting You can turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER. The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is set to show messages in a specified language. To turn off the power Close the LCD screen. ... POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] (p. 70) is turned Tips You can change the on-screen displays to [OFF], turn off your camcorder also by touching (MENU) [Show others] [SOUND/DISP SET] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [BEEP] [OFF] . ...
Changing the language setting You can turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER. The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is set to show messages in a specified language. To turn off the power Close the LCD screen. ... POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] (p. 70) is turned Tips You can change the on-screen displays to [OFF], turn off your camcorder also by touching (MENU) [Show others] [SOUND/DISP SET] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [BEEP] [OFF] . ...
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... appears. Touch the desired recording media. Touch [YES] . Getting started Selecting the recording media for movies (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63) Touch (MENU) [Show others ] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MOVIE ...the recordable time of movies. See page 81 for the number of your camcorder. 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...
... appears. Touch the desired recording media. Touch [YES] . Getting started Selecting the recording media for movies (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63) Touch (MENU) [Show others ] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MOVIE ...the recordable time of movies. See page 81 for the number of your camcorder. 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...
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... compatible equipment. Do not attach a label or the like on memory card (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). A MultiMediaCard cannot be used only with this manual, "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are referred to work with your camcorder For recording movies, it is recommended that can be used...
... compatible equipment. Do not attach a label or the like on memory card (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). A MultiMediaCard cannot be used only with this manual, "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are referred to work with your camcorder For recording movies, it is recommended that can be used...
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...DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 Note direction of notched corner. If you forcibly insert the memory card in the wrong direction, the memory card, memory card slot, or image data may be damaged. Notes If [Failed to create a new Image Database File. If you record only photos on the memory... may be careful so that there is not 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] .
...DCR-SX43/SX44/SX63 Note direction of notched corner. If you forcibly insert the memory card in the wrong direction, the memory card, memory card slot, or image data may be damaged. Notes If [Failed to create a new Image Database File. If you record only photos on the memory... may be careful so that there is not 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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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. Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded on changing the recording media (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). 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.
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. Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded on changing the recording media (DCR-SR68/SR88/SX44/SX63). 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.