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... rain or moisture. US Refer to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. Model No. Do not expose the batteries to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. ACSerial No. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to constitute a risk...
... rain or moisture. US Refer to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. Model No. Do not expose the batteries to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. ACSerial No. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to constitute a risk...
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... stepping on it for future reference. For customers in the U.S.A. Battery pack This device complies with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of in fire. Do not handle...
... stepping on it for future reference. For customers in the U.S.A. Battery pack This device complies with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of in fire. Do not handle...
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...equipment generates, uses, and can use with this camcorder. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to ...cable (1) USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH30 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 24) "PMB" (software) including "PMB Guide" "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) ... found to comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SX40, DCR-SX41, DCR-SX60 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. These limits are cautioned that interference will not...
...equipment generates, uses, and can use with this camcorder. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to ...cable (1) USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH30 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 24) "PMB" (software) including "PMB Guide" "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) ... found to comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SX40, DCR-SX41, DCR-SX60 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. These limits are cautioned that interference will not...
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...Change the screen language before using a DVD writer, VCR, or DVD/HDD recorder. Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will find the "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) on the recording media. To view your recordings on use . US Unauthorized recording of data occurs on the supplied CD... films, video tapes, and other malfunctions could occur. ejecting "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder When connecting your camcorder to another device with a cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in a malfunction of the...
...Change the screen language before using a DVD writer, VCR, or DVD/HDD recorder. Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will find the "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) on the recording media. To view your recordings on use . US Unauthorized recording of data occurs on the supplied CD... films, video tapes, and other malfunctions could occur. ejecting "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder When connecting your camcorder to another device with a cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in a malfunction of the...
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... started Step 1: Charging the battery pack 12 Charging the battery pack abroad 13 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 14 Changing the language setting 15 Recording Recording 16 Recording and playing movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation 19 Playback Playback on the camcorder 20 Playing images on a TV...
... started Step 1: Charging the battery pack 12 Charging the battery pack abroad 13 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 14 Changing the language setting 15 Recording Recording 16 Recording and playing movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation 19 Playback Playback on the camcorder 20 Playing images on a TV...
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... AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is facing down. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the ...arrow until it to your camcorder. You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the H series to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). ...
... AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is facing down. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the ...arrow until it to your camcorder. You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the H series to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). ...
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... (p. 14) are turned off. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of remaining battery power with the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the battery pack and the AC Adaptor When you leave your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Do not... use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same connections as "Step 1: Charging the battery pack." US 13 Getting started When your camcorder is on, you can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your...
... (p. 14) are turned off. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of remaining battery power with the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the battery pack and the AC Adaptor When you leave your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Do not... use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same connections as "Step 1: Charging the battery pack." US 13 Getting started When your camcorder is on, you can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your...
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...; The device does not support two-layered discs. Sony DVD writer may not be available in this section. Only unused discs of the disc. 5 After the operation is referred to the (USB) jack of your camcorder with the DVD writer. DVDirect Express is completed, ...the disc. Saving images with a DVD writer, recorder Creating a disc with (DISC BURN) on your camcorder. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 when the total memory size of movies to a disc when using battery power, the DVD writer does not work. 2 Insert an unused disc into the DVD writer, and close...
...; The device does not support two-layered discs. Sony DVD writer may not be available in this section. Only unused discs of the disc. 5 After the operation is referred to the (USB) jack of your camcorder with the DVD writer. DVDirect Express is completed, ...the disc. Saving images with a DVD writer, recorder Creating a disc with (DISC BURN) on your camcorder. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 when the total memory size of movies to a disc when using battery power, the DVD writer does not work. 2 Insert an unused disc into the DVD writer, and close...
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... scenes of movies. USB CONNECT USB CONNECT........... Connects the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media via USB. MOVE Changes the order of your camcorder PROTECT Sets the protection to a playlist. ADD by date p. 39 EDIT DELETE p. 36 DELETE p. 36 PROTECT Sets the protection to avoid... deleting movies. DISC BURN p. 26 BATTERY INFO Displays the battery information. (MANAGE MEDIA) category MOVIE MEDIA SET p. 37 PHOTO MEDIA SET p. 38 MEDIA INFO Displays information on the same day at...
... scenes of movies. USB CONNECT USB CONNECT........... Connects the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media via USB. MOVE Changes the order of your camcorder PROTECT Sets the protection to a playlist. ADD by date p. 39 EDIT DELETE p. 36 DELETE p. 36 PROTECT Sets the protection to avoid... deleting movies. DISC BURN p. 26 BATTERY INFO Displays the battery information. (MANAGE MEDIA) category MOVIE MEDIA SET p. 37 PHOTO MEDIA SET p. 38 MEDIA INFO Displays information on the same day at...
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... your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data. See the "Handycam Handbook" (p. 44) for any loss of internal memory data. During repair, we may check a minimum amount of the computer other media (backup) before sending your camcorder again in...Sony dealer. Delete unnecessary images (p. 36). "PMB" cannot be ready to troubleshoot the problem. "PMB" does not work , press RESET (p. 53) using your camcorder, depending on other than the keyboard, mouse, and your camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable from the wall outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery...
... your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data. See the "Handycam Handbook" (p. 44) for any loss of internal memory data. During repair, we may check a minimum amount of the computer other media (backup) before sending your camcorder again in...Sony dealer. Delete unnecessary images (p. 36). "PMB" cannot be ready to troubleshoot the problem. "PMB" does not work , press RESET (p. 53) using your camcorder, depending on other than the keyboard, mouse, and your camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable from the wall outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery...
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...58320; Remove the power source. Format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media with your camcorder. Battery power is unsteady. Hold the camcorder steady with the internal memory drive in your camcorder (p. 36). Incompatible "Memory Stick Duo" media is inserted (p. 38). ... The battery pack is full. Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 12). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to be repaired. Reconnect it and operate your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Contact your camcorder again. Delete ...
...58320; Remove the power source. Format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media with your camcorder. Battery power is unsteady. Hold the camcorder steady with the internal memory drive in your camcorder (p. 36). Incompatible "Memory Stick Duo" media is inserted (p. 38). ... The battery pack is full. Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 12). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to be repaired. Reconnect it and operate your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Contact your camcorder again. Delete ...
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... let it run by recording and playing back images about once a month. Use up the battery pack completely before operating it any liquid gets in your camcorder, it . LCD screen Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as under direct... While using your camcorder. Do not wrap your local authorized Sony service facility. Wash off any liquid that you use a deformed or damaged battery pack. Keep metal contacts clean. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: Consult your camcorder with a dry soft cloth....
... let it run by recording and playing back images about once a month. Use up the battery pack completely before operating it any liquid gets in your camcorder, it . LCD screen Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as under direct... While using your camcorder. Do not wrap your local authorized Sony service facility. Wash off any liquid that you use a deformed or damaged battery pack. Keep metal contacts clean. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: Consult your camcorder with a dry soft cloth....
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...charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to somebody, it is recommended that you delete data completely using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it is not charged, the camcorder operation will be entirely deleted from the "Handycam Handbook"" on page 44.)...Duo" media to retain the date, time, and other settings even when the camcorder is recommended that you destroy the actual body of your camcorder after charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery. Also, when you dispose of "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Even if...
...charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to somebody, it is recommended that you delete data completely using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it is not charged, the camcorder operation will be entirely deleted from the "Handycam Handbook"" on page 44.)...Duo" media to retain the date, time, and other settings even when the camcorder is recommended that you destroy the actual body of your camcorder after charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery. Also, when you dispose of "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Even if...
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... (Movie/Photo) Internal memory: DCR-SX40: 4 GB DCR-SX41: 8 GB DCR-SX60: 16 GB "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media When measuring media capacity, 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of pixels: 123 200 (560 × 220) General Power requirements: DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4 V (AC...215; 2 3/8 × 4 1/2 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached Mass (approx.) 200 g (7 oz) main unit only 240 g (8 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media AC Adaptor AC-L200C/AC-L200D Power requirements: AC 100...
... (Movie/Photo) Internal memory: DCR-SX40: 4 GB DCR-SX41: 8 GB DCR-SX60: 16 GB "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media When measuring media capacity, 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of pixels: 123 200 (560 × 220) General Power requirements: DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4 V (AC...215; 2 3/8 × 4 1/2 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached Mass (approx.) 200 g (7 oz) main unit only 240 g (8 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media AC Adaptor AC-L200C/AC-L200D Power requirements: AC 100...
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...DCR-SX40: Recording mode [HQ] [SP] [LP] Recording time 55 (50) 85 (50) 175 (115) DCR-SX41: Recording mode [HQ] [SP] [LP] Recording time 120 (105) 170 (105) 360 (230) DCR...58320; Typical recording time shows the time when you use your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice. Manufactured... zooming. Expected charging and running time for the supplied battery pack (minute) Recording media Charging time (full charge)...58320; The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time. A Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media is used. The recording time will ...
...DCR-SX40: Recording mode [HQ] [SP] [LP] Recording time 55 (50) 85 (50) 175 (115) DCR-SX41: Recording mode [HQ] [SP] [LP] Recording time 120 (105) 170 (105) 360 (230) DCR...58320; Typical recording time shows the time when you use your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice. Manufactured... zooming. Expected charging and running time for the supplied battery pack (minute) Recording media Charging time (full charge)...58320; The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time. A Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media is used. The recording time will ...
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... Upper right Bottom Upper left Indicator 60 min Meaning HOME button Self-timer recording BLT-IN ZOOM MIC MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT Remaining battery Return button Center Indicator [STBY]/[REC] Meaning Recording status Photo size Slide show set Warning Playback mode Upper right Indicator 0:00:00 [00min...
... Upper right Bottom Upper left Indicator 60 min Meaning HOME button Self-timer recording BLT-IN ZOOM MIC MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT Remaining battery Return button Center Indicator [STBY]/[REC] Meaning Recording status Photo size Slide show set Warning Playback mode Upper right Indicator 0:00:00 [00min...
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... Power zoom lever (17, 19) PHOTO button (19) MODE button (18) (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (14) Battery pack (12) Tripod receptacle (37) BATT (battery) release lever (13) CHG (charge) lamp (12) START/STOP button (17) POWER button (15) EASY button (19...Stick Duo" media slot (38) Access lamp (Internal memory, "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) (38) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. (USB) jack (30, 31, 33) US 53 Additional information
... Power zoom lever (17, 19) PHOTO button (19) MODE button (18) (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (14) Battery pack (12) Tripod receptacle (37) BATT (battery) release lever (13) CHG (charge) lamp (12) START/STOP button (17) POWER button (15) EASY button (19...Stick Duo" media slot (38) Access lamp (Internal memory, "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) (38) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. (USB) jack (30, 31, 33) US 53 Additional information
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...the battery abroad......13 Charging the battery pack..........12 Computer 24 Computer system 24 Copy 39 Copying a disc 29 Creating a disc 29 D DATE/TIME 14 DELETE 36 Destination drive or folder........28 Disc recorder 34 DST SET 14 Dubbing 39 DVDirect Express 30 DVD writer 30 E Easy Handycam operation............19 Easy PC Back-up 27 Editing movies 29 F Format 36 H Handycam Handbook 44 HELP function 40 HOME MENU 40, 41 I Install 24 L Language 15 US 54 M ...
...the battery abroad......13 Charging the battery pack..........12 Computer 24 Computer system 24 Copy 39 Copying a disc 29 Creating a disc 29 D DATE/TIME 14 DELETE 36 Destination drive or folder........28 Disc recorder 34 DST SET 14 Dubbing 39 DVDirect Express 30 DVD writer 30 E Easy Handycam operation............19 Easy PC Back-up 27 Editing movies 29 F Format 36 H Handycam Handbook 44 HELP function 40 HOME MENU 40, 41 I Install 24 L Language 15 US 54 M ...