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Declaration of your camcorder. These limits are to another device with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC181 and AC Adaptor Model AC-... into an outlet on use • The camcorder is no guarantee that interference will damage the terminal and may cause undesired operation. Notes HDR-SR5, HDR-SR7 and HDR-SR8 are designed to Part 15 of the ... for the contents of recordings cannot be used in a malfunction of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-SR8 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858...
Declaration of your camcorder. These limits are to another device with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC181 and AC Adaptor Model AC-... into an outlet on use • The camcorder is no guarantee that interference will damage the terminal and may cause undesired operation. Notes HDR-SR5, HDR-SR7 and HDR-SR8 are designed to Part 15 of the ... for the contents of recordings cannot be used in a malfunction of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-SR8 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858...
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...high altitudes • Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure area, where the altitude is connected to a computer • Do not try to format the hard disk of the camcorder using your image data periodically, after recording. Note on using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD...(HDR-SR7/SR8) and the LCD screen used for illustration purposes are captured using your recorded images on external media. When you transfer the camcorder...computer. * Refer also to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and "Picture Motion Browser Guide." It is activated by dropping, the camcorder has the drop sensor function*. ...
...high altitudes • Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure area, where the altitude is connected to a computer • Do not try to format the hard disk of the camcorder using your image data periodically, after recording. Note on using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD...(HDR-SR7/SR8) and the LCD screen used for illustration purposes are captured using your recorded images on external media. When you transfer the camcorder...computer. * Refer also to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and "Picture Motion Browser Guide." It is activated by dropping, the camcorder has the drop sensor function*. ...
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" HOME" and " OPTION 22 Saving images 25 Deleting images 25 Enjoying with a computer Viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF 26 What you can do with a Windows computer 27 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 32 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 33 Additional Information Precautions 35 Specifications ... setting 11 Step 4: Preparing for recording 12 Recording/Playback Recording 13 Playback 15 Playing the image on a TV 16 Parts and functions used for the camcorder 17 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 20 Performing various functions -
" HOME" and " OPTION 22 Saving images 25 Deleting images 25 Enjoying with a computer Viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF 26 What you can do with a Windows computer 27 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 32 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 33 Additional Information Precautions 35 Specifications ... setting 11 Step 4: Preparing for recording 12 Recording/Playback Recording 13 Playback 15 Playing the image on a TV 16 Parts and functions used for the camcorder 17 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 20 Performing various functions -
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... (1) (p. 9) Component video cable (1) (p. 16) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 16) USB cable (1) (p. 30) 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. Picture Motion Browser (Software) - Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 8 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make...
... (1) (p. 9) Component video cable (1) (p. 16) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 16) USB cable (1) (p. 30) 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. Picture Motion Browser (Software) - Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 8 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make...
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...you remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor, make sure that the v mark on the Handycam Station. Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and remove the battery pack. b Notes • Your camcorder operates only with an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to ... DC IN jack on the DC plug is facing up and charging starts. Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. BATT (battery release) lever 3 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to your camcorder. Step 2: Charging the battery pack 3 4 Getting Started Battery pack 5 DC IN jack...
...you remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor, make sure that the v mark on the Handycam Station. Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and remove the battery pack. b Notes • Your camcorder operates only with an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to ... DC IN jack on the DC plug is facing up and charging starts. Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. BATT (battery release) lever 3 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to your camcorder. Step 2: Charging the battery pack 3 4 Getting Started Battery pack 5 DC IN jack...
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... • Even if your camcorder is turned off and zooming. Available running time for standard image quality. NP-FH60: HDR-SR5 HD SD (Unit:min.) HDR-SR7/ SR8 HD SD Charging ...camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is closed. *5 Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on the conditions under which you use your camcorder.... "HD" stands for high definition image quality, and "SD" stands for the supplied battery pack Charging time: Approximate time (min.) required when you use your camcorder in a narrow space, ...
... • Even if your camcorder is turned off and zooming. Available running time for standard image quality. NP-FH60: HDR-SR5 HD SD (Unit:min.) HDR-SR7/ SR8 HD SD Charging ...camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is closed. *5 Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on the conditions under which you use your camcorder.... "HD" stands for high definition image quality, and "SD" stands for the supplied battery pack Charging time: Approximate time (min.) required when you use your camcorder in a narrow space, ...
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... not appear during playback. The clock starts. Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [ LANGUAGE SET], then select the desired language. 11 POWER switch When using the camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears on the LCD screen. Getting Started 1 While pressing the green button, slide the POWER switch repeatedly...
... not appear during playback. The clock starts. Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [ LANGUAGE SET], then select the desired language. 11 POWER switch When using the camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears on the LCD screen. Getting Started 1 While pressing the green button, slide the POWER switch repeatedly...
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Step 4: Preparing for recording Adjusting the LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it until the image is poor. DISP/BATT INFO 2180 degrees (max.) Adjusting the Viewfinder (HDRSR7/SR8) You can view images using the viewfinder to the camcorder Fastening the grip belt Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. Viewfinder Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it to the best angle to record or play (2). 290 degrees (max.) 190 degrees to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the image seen on the LCD screen is clear. 12
Step 4: Preparing for recording Adjusting the LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it until the image is poor. DISP/BATT INFO 2180 degrees (max.) Adjusting the Viewfinder (HDRSR7/SR8) You can view images using the viewfinder to the camcorder Fastening the grip belt Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. Viewfinder Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it to the best angle to record or play (2). 290 degrees (max.) 190 degrees to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the image seen on the LCD screen is clear. 12
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...respective lamp lights up. Movies Still Images Press START/STOP A (or D). Press PHOTO E lightly to SD (standard definition) image quality. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. 13 Press the green button only when the POWER switch C ...." appears beside / . When disappears, the image has been recorded. • Still images are recorded on a "Memory Stick Duo." • See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for changing the image quality to adjust the focus A (a beep sounds), then press it means data is in the default setting.
...respective lamp lights up. Movies Still Images Press START/STOP A (or D). Press PHOTO E lightly to SD (standard definition) image quality. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. 13 Press the green button only when the POWER switch C ...." appears beside / . When disappears, the image has been recorded. • Still images are recorded on a "Memory Stick Duo." • See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for changing the image quality to adjust the focus A (a beep sounds), then press it means data is in the default setting.
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...B t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t [ INFO]. • You can capture up to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. HDR-SR5: approx. 11 hours and 50 minutes HDR-SR7: approx. 17 hours and 50 minutes HDR-SR8: approx. ... movie file is created automatically. • The maximum recordable time is reading/writing data. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). x Inserting/ejecting a "Memory Stick Duo" Open the LCD panel, then insert the "Memory... in once. b Notes • When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack....
...B t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t [ INFO]. • You can capture up to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. HDR-SR5: approx. 11 hours and 50 minutes HDR-SR7: approx. 17 hours and 50 minutes HDR-SR8: approx. ... movie file is created automatically. • The maximum recordable time is reading/writing data. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). x Inserting/ejecting a "Memory Stick Duo" Open the LCD panel, then insert the "Memory... in once. b Notes • When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack....
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... C 1 Returns to the recording screen 2 Previous 6 images 3 Next 6 images 4 Returns to the recording screen 5 Displays movies with SD (standard definition) image quality. 1 Slide the POWER switch D to display the (Film Roll Index) screen. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen (It... INDEX screen) Reverse/Forward (OPTION) Go to the VISUAL INDEX screen Previous/Next (OPTION) 15 See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for movies with HD (high definition) image quality* 6 Displays still images on the hard disk 7 Displays still images on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) C (or A).
... C 1 Returns to the recording screen 2 Previous 6 images 3 Next 6 images 4 Returns to the recording screen 5 Displays movies with SD (standard definition) image quality. 1 Slide the POWER switch D to display the (Film Roll Index) screen. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen (It... INDEX screen) Reverse/Forward (OPTION) Go to the VISUAL INDEX screen Previous/Next (OPTION) 15 See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for movies with HD (high definition) image quality* 6 Displays still images on the hard disk 7 Displays still images on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) C (or A).
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... a movie marked with i, you connect A/V connecting cables or component video cables to both equipped with SD (standard definition) image quality. • The Handycam Station and your camcorder. Playing the image on a TV Connection methods and quality of the image viewed on the TV screen differ depending ... to the instruction manual of your camcorder and TV referring to [TV CONNECT Guide]. Operation flow You can make sure that was previously stopped. Switch the input on connecting and dubbing recorded images to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). For details on...
... a movie marked with i, you connect A/V connecting cables or component video cables to both equipped with SD (standard definition) image quality. • The Handycam Station and your camcorder. Playing the image on a TV Connection methods and quality of the image viewed on the TV screen differ depending ... to the instruction manual of your camcorder and TV referring to [TV CONNECT Guide]. Operation flow You can make sure that was previously stopped. Switch the input on connecting and dubbing recorded images to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). For details on...
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Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. Recording/Playback Handycam Station 1 Power zoom lever To use the zoom, move the power zoom lever. Move it further for a slower zoom. Parts and functions used for the camcorder The numbers in the center of the displayed frame. 2 PHOTO button (13) 3 Eyecup (HDR-SR7/SR8) 4 Viewfinder (12) (HDR-SR7/SR8) 17 You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size (Playback zoom). • When you touch the screen during playback zoom, the point you touched will be displayed in ( ) are reference pages.
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. Recording/Playback Handycam Station 1 Power zoom lever To use the zoom, move the power zoom lever. Move it further for a slower zoom. Parts and functions used for the camcorder The numbers in the center of the displayed frame. 2 PHOTO button (13) 3 Eyecup (HDR-SR7/SR8) 4 Viewfinder (12) (HDR-SR7/SR8) 17 You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size (Playback zoom). • When you touch the screen during playback zoom, the point you touched will be displayed in ( ) are reference pages.
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... off as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. Access lamp ("Memory Stick Duo") When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder, or flickers while charging the flash, and remains lit when the flash charging is complete. qa HDMI OUT (mini) jack Connect with the component video... supplies power to the lens side (2). The accessory can magnify still images from the Remote Commander. 5 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (12) (HDR-SR7/SR8) 6 ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder. qg A/V OUT jack Connect with the A/V connecting cable.
... off as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. Access lamp ("Memory Stick Duo") When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder, or flickers while charging the flash, and remains lit when the flash charging is complete. qa HDMI OUT (mini) jack Connect with the component video... supplies power to the lens side (2). The accessory can magnify still images from the Remote Commander. 5 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (12) (HDR-SR7/SR8) 6 ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder. qg A/V OUT jack Connect with the A/V connecting cable.
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... by connecting the camcorder to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded. To cancel the backlight function, press BACK LIGHT again. Recording/Playback ef (Film Roll Index) button (15) eg DISP/BATT INFO button You can check the remaining battery. el Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) r; rs MANUAL button (HDR-SR7/SR8) You...manual button. rd BACK LIGHT button To adjust the exposure for date and time. NIGHTSHOT switch To record in .)) to on. ra CAM CTRL dial (HDR-SR7/SR8) You can display the [DIAL SETTING] screen with the USB cable. 19 rf BATT (battery release) lever (9) rg Tripod receptacle (Bottom ...
... by connecting the camcorder to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded. To cancel the backlight function, press BACK LIGHT again. Recording/Playback ef (Film Roll Index) button (15) eg DISP/BATT INFO button You can check the remaining battery. el Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) r; rs MANUAL button (HDR-SR7/SR8) You...manual button. rd BACK LIGHT button To adjust the exposure for date and time. NIGHTSHOT switch To record in .)) to on. ra CAM CTRL dial (HDR-SR7/SR8) You can display the [DIAL SETTING] screen with the USB cable. 19 rf BATT (battery release) lever (9) rg Tripod receptacle (Bottom ...
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... Indicator Bottom Indicator 9 Meaning FADER LCD backlight off Drop sensor off EXPOSURE/ SPOT METER AE SHIFT* WB SHIFT* TELE MACRO ZEBRA X.V.COLOR Face Index set * HDR-SR7/SR8 b Notes • The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the hard disk and "Memory Stick Duo." Recording/Playback X VISUAL INDEX button...
... Indicator Bottom Indicator 9 Meaning FADER LCD backlight off Drop sensor off EXPOSURE/ SPOT METER AE SHIFT* WB SHIFT* TELE MACRO ZEBRA X.V.COLOR Face Index set * HDR-SR7/SR8 b Notes • The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the hard disk and "Memory Stick Duo." Recording/Playback X VISUAL INDEX button...
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... window that appears when you want to change the recording functions and the operating settings for further operation. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or B). 3 Touch the item you right-click the mouse on the screen. 2 Touch ...the desired item. 3 Change the setting, then touch . 22 When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen for your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on a computer. Various functions are displayed in the current recording/playback situation. To apply the option, touch [YES]. Category...
... window that appears when you want to change the recording functions and the operating settings for further operation. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or B). 3 Touch the item you right-click the mouse on the screen. 2 Touch ...the desired item. 3 Change the setting, then touch . 22 When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen for your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on a computer. Various functions are displayed in the current recording/playback situation. To apply the option, touch [YES]. Category...
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...the screen depend on the screen, touch another tab. Items of your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. • The (OPTION) MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation (p. 14). b Notes • When the item you cannot ... [ ERASE], [ ERASE ALL], [ ERASE ALL], [ MOVE], [ MOVE] PRINT [ PRINT], [ PRINT] COMPUTER [ COMPUTER], [ COMPUTER], [DISC BURN] TV CONNECT Guide*1 (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) category FORMAT*1 FORMAT*1 INFO REPAIR IMG.DB F. (SETTINGS) category MOVIE SETTINGS [ / REC SET]*1, [ REC MODE], [ REC MODE], [AE SHIFT]*3, [WB SHIFT]*3, [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT...
...the screen depend on the screen, touch another tab. Items of your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. • The (OPTION) MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation (p. 14). b Notes • When the item you cannot ... [ ERASE], [ ERASE ALL], [ ERASE ALL], [ MOVE], [ MOVE] PRINT [ PRINT], [ PRINT] COMPUTER [ COMPUTER], [ COMPUTER], [DISC BURN] TV CONNECT Guide*1 (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) category FORMAT*1 FORMAT*1 INFO REPAIR IMG.DB F. (SETTINGS) category MOVIE SETTINGS [ / REC SET]*1, [ REC MODE], [ REC MODE], [AE SHIFT]*3, [WB SHIFT]*3, [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT...
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... 2 Touch [ DELETE], then touch the still image to VCR or DVD/HDD devices. You can save images recorded on the hard disk of a computer. Saving images on a computer You can save images recorded on the camcorder on the camcorder directly to a disc with One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn) You can... delete, then touch the image to be deleted. Creating a disc with . 4 Touch t [YES] t . Deleting the images on a disc. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). To delete all still images on a DVD or the hard disk of a computer. z Tips • To delete all movies or still images at...
... 2 Touch [ DELETE], then touch the still image to VCR or DVD/HDD devices. You can save images recorded on the hard disk of a computer. Saving images on a computer You can save images recorded on the camcorder on the camcorder directly to a disc with One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn) You can... delete, then touch the image to be deleted. Creating a disc with . 4 Touch t [YES] t . Deleting the images on a disc. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). To delete all still images on a DVD or the hard disk of a computer. z Tips • To delete all movies or still images at...
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...drive of your computer. The select screen for "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) appears. Double-click "Handbook.pdf" to install Adobe Reader on your camcorder, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). When the installation is completed, the short-cut icon of "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) appears on the desktop of ...your computer. • The model name of your Handycam is printed on its bottom surface. 5 Click ...
...drive of your computer. The select screen for "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) appears. Double-click "Handbook.pdf" to install Adobe Reader on your camcorder, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). When the installation is completed, the short-cut icon of "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) appears on the desktop of ...your computer. • The model name of your Handycam is printed on its bottom surface. 5 Click ...