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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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.... Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, 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-SR42 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause...
.... Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, 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-SR42 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause...
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...FCC Rules. Declaration of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - Notes DCR-SR42, DCR-SR62, DCR-SR82, DCR-SR200 and DCR-SR300 are to be used in a residential installation. CAUTION You are... designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the Handycam... is subject to radio communications. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127...
...FCC Rules. Declaration of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - Notes DCR-SR42, DCR-SR62, DCR-SR82, DCR-SR200 and DCR-SR300 are to be used in a residential installation. CAUTION You are... designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the Handycam... is subject to radio communications. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127...
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...Unless otherwise specially indicated, illustrations in this manual are based on DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are used for the contents of recordings cannot be able to the protection features of the camcorder becomes extremely high or extremely low, you save all your recorded ...the computer. * Refer to prevent the recovery of the camcorder, it is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Notes on use • The camcorder is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY]* to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 to the camcorder. About this manual • The LCD screens and ...
...Unless otherwise specially indicated, illustrations in this manual are based on DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are used for the contents of recordings cannot be able to the protection features of the camcorder becomes extremely high or extremely low, you save all your recorded ...the computer. * Refer to prevent the recovery of the camcorder, it is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Notes on use • The camcorder is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY]* to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 to the camcorder. About this manual • The LCD screens and ...
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...) (1) 9 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) - The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. AC Adaptor (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.11...
...) (1) 9 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) - The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. AC Adaptor (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.11...
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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... in any countries/ regions using the Remote Commander. Power supply You can use your camcorder within the AC 100 V to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with your camcorder in fire. 10 Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending.... Use of another battery may explode if mistreated. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery.
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... in any countries/ regions using the Remote Commander. Power supply You can use your camcorder within the AC 100 V to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with your camcorder in fire. 10 Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending.... Use of another battery may explode if mistreated. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery.
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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... 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 recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the...
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... 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 recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the...
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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 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). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold 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. 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 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). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold 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. 1 Adjust the LCD panel.
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Still Images 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. Press the green button only when ... the hard disk in the OFF (CHG) position. • (Movie): To record movies • (Still): To record still images 3 Start recording. Recording Lens cover switch (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) START/STOP A Recording/Playback POWER switch PHOTO [STBY] t [REC] START/STOP B EASY button Flashing t Lights up 1 Slide the lens cover switch to adjust...
Still Images 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. Press the green button only when ... the hard disk in the OFF (CHG) position. • (Movie): To record movies • (Still): To record still images 3 Start recording. Recording Lens cover switch (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) START/STOP A Recording/Playback POWER switch PHOTO [STBY] t [REC] START/STOP B EASY button Flashing t Lights up 1 Slide the lens cover switch to adjust...
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... automatically. • The maximum recordable time are followings (with recording mode [SP]); For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). • You can check the free hard disk space by Sony Corporation. ACCESS lamp ("Memory Stick Duo") To eject a "Memory Stick Duo," open the LCD panel, ... still being written onto the hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." Do not shake or knock your camcorder is finished, it clicks. 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...
... automatically. • The maximum recordable time are followings (with recording mode [SP]); For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). • You can check the free hard disk space by Sony Corporation. ACCESS lamp ("Memory Stick Duo") To eject a "Memory Stick Duo," open the LCD panel, ... still being written onto the hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." Do not shake or knock your camcorder is finished, it clicks. 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...
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Parts and functions used for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in microphone Records sound. Move it further 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 the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. 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 faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in microphone Records sound. Move it further 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 the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. 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
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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 For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer.
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 For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer.
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... / LP) 2 HOME button 3 Remaining battery (approx.) 4 Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) 5 Counter (hour/minute/second) 6 OPTION button 7 Dual Rec (DCR-SR200/SR300) 8 VIEW IMAGES button 9 5.1ch surround recording (DCR-SR200/ SR300) q; Indicators displayed during the recording media of still images is being saved. Quality ([FINE] / [STD]) qa Image size qs...
... / LP) 2 HOME button 3 Remaining battery (approx.) 4 Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) 5 Counter (hour/minute/second) 6 OPTION button 7 Dual Rec (DCR-SR200/SR300) 8 VIEW IMAGES button 9 5.1ch surround recording (DCR-SR200/ SR300) q; Indicators displayed during the recording media of still images is being saved. Quality ([FINE] / [STD]) qa Image size qs...
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...MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT*2 WIDE SELECT*3 Meaning FADER LCD backlight off Drop sensor off EXPOSURE/ SPOT METER TELE MACRO 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." Backlight n ... Manual focus SCENE SELECTION . Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. However, you made changes Following indicators appear during playback. 23 Recording/Playback
...MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT*2 WIDE SELECT*3 Meaning FADER LCD backlight off Drop sensor off EXPOSURE/ SPOT METER TELE MACRO 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." Backlight n ... Manual focus SCENE SELECTION . Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. However, you made changes Following indicators appear during playback. 23 Recording/Playback
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... 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...
... 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...
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Lights appear on the screen even if the lens cover is closed , lights through gaps of the Handycam Station or your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. This is unreadable. 32 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the screen. If ..., check the following. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Some symptoms you cannot activate simultaneously. Inform them of times, contact your camcorder again. C:04:00 C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you turn ...
Lights appear on the screen even if the lens cover is closed , lights through gaps of the Handycam Station or your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. This is unreadable. 32 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the screen. If ..., check the following. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Some symptoms you cannot activate simultaneously. Inform them of times, contact your camcorder again. C:04:00 C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you turn ...
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... a towel, for example, from rain or sea water. On handling the casing • If the casing is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately (DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: - Precautions On use and care • Do not use or store the.... Be particularly careful of time. If the battery is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with above 60°C (140°F), such as by a Sony dealer before storing it checked by playing back or recording images for a long...
... a towel, for example, from rain or sea water. On handling the casing • If the casing is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately (DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: - Precautions On use and care • Do not use or store the.... Be particularly careful of time. If the battery is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with above 60°C (140°F), such as by a Sony dealer before storing it checked by playing back or recording images for a long...
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... EIA standards Hard Disk DCR-SR42/SR62 30 GB DCR-SR82 60 GB DCR-SR200/SR300 40 GB When measuring media capacity, 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of the lens clean with the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG). It is recommended that you operate your camcorder to the wall outlet via...supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it in the following instances: - Use your camcorder is attached. Recording format Movie MPEG2-PS Still image Exif *1 Ver.2.2 Recording time DCR-SR42/SR62 HQ: Approx. 440 min SP: Approx. 650 min LP: Approx. 1 250 min DCR-SR82 HQ: Approx. 880 min SP: Approx. 1 300 min LP: ...
... EIA standards Hard Disk DCR-SR42/SR62 30 GB DCR-SR82 60 GB DCR-SR200/SR300 40 GB When measuring media capacity, 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of the lens clean with the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG). It is recommended that you operate your camcorder to the wall outlet via...supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it in the following instances: - Use your camcorder is attached. Recording format Movie MPEG2-PS Still image Exif *1 Ver.2.2 Recording time DCR-SR42/SR62 HQ: Approx. 440 min SP: Approx. 650 min LP: Approx. 1 250 min DCR-SR82 HQ: Approx. 880 min SP: Approx. 1 300 min LP: ...
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...T Optical: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... (1 1/2 - 14 5/8 in.) (4:3) 40 - 400 mm (1 5/8 - 15 3/4 in.) (16:9) Color temperature [AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5 800 K) Minimum illumination DCR-SR42 3 lx (lux) (when [AUTO SLW SHUTTR] is set to [ON], Shutter speed 1/30 second) 0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus function...
...T Optical: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... (1 1/2 - 14 5/8 in.) (4:3) 40 - 400 mm (1 5/8 - 15 3/4 in.) (16:9) Color temperature [AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5 800 K) Minimum illumination DCR-SR42 3 lx (lux) (when [AUTO SLW SHUTTR] is set to [ON], Shutter speed 1/30 second) 0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus function...
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... *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 (...camcorder's setting information at load impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) USB output jack mini-B REMOTE jack (except for still images, established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). DCR-SR42 2.6 W DCR-SR62/SR82 3.0 W DCR-SR200 3.7 W DCR...
... *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 (...camcorder's setting information at load impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) USB output jack mini-B REMOTE jack (except for still images, established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). DCR-SR42 2.6 W DCR-SR62/SR82 3.0 W DCR-SR200 3.7 W DCR...