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Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-SR5/SR7/SR8 3-210-378-11(1) For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-SR5/SR7/SR8 3-210-378-11(1) For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
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...to the collection and recycling location nearest you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). CAUTION Replace the battery with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-SR7 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Regulatory Information Declaration of the FCC Rules. ...Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-SR5 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of the FCC Rules. Refer to these numbers whenever you call...
...to the collection and recycling location nearest you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). CAUTION Replace the battery with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-SR7 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Regulatory Information Declaration of the FCC Rules. ...Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-SR5 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of the FCC Rules. Refer to these numbers whenever you call...
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...cables, be used with the limits for the contents of FCC Rules. For the State of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-SR8 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in... mechanical shock or vibration to comply with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC181 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Notes on : - Pushing the plug forcibly into an outlet on a circuit different from the camcorder. - Notes HDR-SR5, HDR-SR7 and HDR-SR8 are cautioned that to operate this device must ...
...cables, be used with the limits for the contents of FCC Rules. For the State of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-SR8 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in... mechanical shock or vibration to comply with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC181 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Notes on : - Pushing the plug forcibly into an outlet on a circuit different from the camcorder. - Notes HDR-SR5, HDR-SR7 and HDR-SR8 are cautioned that to operate this device must ...
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... the altitude is recommended that you can save your computer*. If you do so, your image data using the camcorder at high altitudes • Do not turn on the camcorder in the viewfinder (HDR-SR7/SR8) or on using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder*. • It is more than 3,000 meters (9,800 feet... of recording media and other accessories are subject to the copyright laws. Unauthorized recording of such materials may also be recorded. When the camcorder is connected to a computer • Do not try to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and "Picture Motion Browser Guide." Save all your...
... the altitude is recommended that you can save your computer*. If you do so, your image data using the camcorder at high altitudes • Do not turn on the camcorder in the viewfinder (HDR-SR7/SR8) or on using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder*. • It is more than 3,000 meters (9,800 feet... of recording media and other accessories are subject to the copyright laws. Unauthorized recording of such materials may also be recorded. When the camcorder is connected to a computer • Do not try to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and "Picture Motion Browser Guide." Save all your...
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...may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor. POWER switch With the v mark on the camcorder. "HD" stands for high definition image quality, ...the LCD backlight turns on /off . *4 When recording with any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. Available running time for standard image quality. NP-FH60: HDR-SR5 HD SD (Unit:min.) HDR-SR7/ SR8 HD SD Charging time 135 Recording time*1 Continuous recording time 100*2 115*2 105*3 125*3 Typical...
...may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor. POWER switch With the v mark on the camcorder. "HD" stands for high definition image quality, ...the LCD backlight turns on /off . *4 When recording with any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. Available running time for standard image quality. NP-FH60: HDR-SR5 HD SD (Unit:min.) HDR-SR7/ SR8 HD SD Charging time 135 Recording time*1 Continuous recording time 100*2 115*2 105*3 125*3 Typical...
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...disk space by pressing (HOME) B t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t [ INFO]. • You can capture up to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. To record still images on a "Memory Stick Duo" You can change the recording media of recordable images varies depending on the "Memory Stick Duo... of recordable still images on the image quality or the image size. HDR-SR5: 480 ([4.0M]) HDR-SR7/SR8: 315 ([6.1M]) All numbers measured when using a "Memory Stick Duo" made by pressing PHOTO E during Easy Handycam operation. Your camcorder returns to store recorded movies as shown in ( )); For details, ...
...disk space by pressing (HOME) B t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t [ INFO]. • You can capture up to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. To record still images on a "Memory Stick Duo" You can change the recording media of recordable images varies depending on the "Memory Stick Duo... of recordable still images on the image quality or the image size. HDR-SR5: 480 ([4.0M]) HDR-SR7/SR8: 315 ([6.1M]) All numbers measured when using a "Memory Stick Duo" made by pressing PHOTO E during Easy Handycam operation. Your camcorder returns to store recorded movies as shown in ( )); For details, ...
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Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. 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. 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 Recording/Playback Handycam Station 1 Power zoom lever To use the zoom, move the power zoom lever. Move it further for a slower zoom.
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. 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. 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 Recording/Playback Handycam Station 1 Power zoom lever To use the zoom, move the power zoom lever. Move it further for a slower zoom.
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... 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. 5 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (12) (HDR-SR7/SR8) 6 ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing,... your camcorder is writing/reading data. 7 (flash) button You can be displayed in the center of the displayed frame...
... 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. 5 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (12) (HDR-SR7/SR8) 6 ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing,... your camcorder is writing/reading data. 7 (flash) button You can be displayed in the center of the displayed frame...
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...(15) eg DISP/BATT INFO button You can switch the screen display when you can check the remaining battery. Sound picked up by connecting the camcorder to a computer. NIGHTSHOT switch To record in .)) to display .. For details, see "Picture Motion Browser Guide." rh DISC BURN button Create ...initialize all the settings, including settings for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to the tripod receptacle using the flash. ra CAM CTRL dial (HDR-SR7/SR8) You can display the [DIAL SETTING] screen with the USB cable. 19 rj Interface connector rk (USB) jack Connect with pressing ...
...(15) eg DISP/BATT INFO button You can switch the screen display when you can check the remaining battery. Sound picked up by connecting the camcorder to a computer. NIGHTSHOT switch To record in .)) to display .. For details, see "Picture Motion Browser Guide." rh DISC BURN button Create ...initialize all the settings, including settings for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to the tripod receptacle using the flash. ra CAM CTRL dial (HDR-SR7/SR8) You can display the [DIAL SETTING] screen with the USB cable. 19 rj Interface connector rk (USB) jack Connect with pressing ...
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... playback. 21 Recording/Playback X VISUAL INDEX button Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Center Upper right Bottom Upper left Indicator Center Indicator E Meaning 5.1ch surround recording/playback Self-timer recording Flash, REDEYE REDUC MICREF LEVEL low...
... playback. 21 Recording/Playback X VISUAL INDEX button Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Center Upper right Bottom Upper left Indicator Center Indicator E Meaning 5.1ch surround recording/playback Self-timer recording Flash, REDEYE REDUC MICREF LEVEL low...
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... MODE], [REC LAMP], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [REMOTE CTRL], [DROP SENSOR] *1 You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation (p. 14). *2 The menu name is changed to [SOUND SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation. *3 HDR-SR7/SR8 Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the situation/No tab) [SLIDE SHOW], [SLIDE...
... MODE], [REC LAMP], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [REMOTE CTRL], [DROP SENSOR] *1 You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation (p. 14). *2 The menu name is changed to [SOUND SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation. *3 HDR-SR7/SR8 Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the situation/No tab) [SLIDE SHOW], [SLIDE...
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...8226; Install it for a while in the viewfinder (HDR-SR7/SR8) or on the media check tool, see "Picture Motion Browser Guide." "Picture Motion Browser" does not work correctly. • Quit "Picture Motion Browser" and restart your camcorder securely (p. 9). C:04:00 C:(or E:) ss:ss... computer environment required to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your computer. The recording stops. • The temperature of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Turn off your camcorder again. Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear in...
...8226; Install it for a while in the viewfinder (HDR-SR7/SR8) or on the media check tool, see "Picture Motion Browser Guide." "Picture Motion Browser" does not work correctly. • Quit "Picture Motion Browser" and restart your camcorder securely (p. 9). C:04:00 C:(or E:) ss:ss... computer environment required to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your computer. The recording stops. • The temperature of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Turn off your camcorder again. Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear in...
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... This damages the inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have contacted your camcorder gets wet, it . Be particularly careful of the viewfinder (HDR-SR7/SR8) or the LCD screen. • Operate your camcorder on your camcorder is recommended you use the accessories recommended in the.... • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: - When you use or store the camcorder and accessories in these operating instructions. • Do not let your local authorized Sony service facility. - Use cleaning paper moistened with a towel, for example, from rain or sea...
... This damages the inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have contacted your camcorder gets wet, it . Be particularly careful of the viewfinder (HDR-SR7/SR8) or the LCD screen. • Operate your camcorder on your camcorder is recommended you use the accessories recommended in the.... • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: - When you use or store the camcorder and accessories in these operating instructions. • Do not let your local authorized Sony service facility. - Use cleaning paper moistened with a towel, for example, from rain or sea...
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... Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards 1080/60i specification Hard disk HDR-SR5: 40 GB HDR-SR7: 60 GB HDR-SR8: 100 GB When measuring media capacity, 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of Sony's ClearVid CMOS sensor and image processing system (new Enhanced Imaging Processor) allows...40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4 in.) (16:9), 37 ~ 370 mm (1 1/2 ~ 14 5/8 in this format can have additional information such as your camcorder's setting information at the time of recording. *2 The unique pixel array of which is a file format for data management. Recording format Movie (HD): AVCHD 1080...
... Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards 1080/60i specification Hard disk HDR-SR5: 40 GB HDR-SR7: 60 GB HDR-SR8: 100 GB When measuring media capacity, 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of Sony's ClearVid CMOS sensor and image processing system (new Enhanced Imaging Processor) allows...40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4 in.) (16:9), 37 ~ 370 mm (1 1/2 ~ 14 5/8 in this format can have additional information such as your camcorder's setting information at the time of recording. *2 The unique pixel array of which is a file format for data management. Recording format Movie (HD): AVCHD 1080...
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Handycam Station DCRA-C181 Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10-pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance ...; 5 3/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts 75 × 81 × 140 mm (3 × 3 1/4 × 5 5/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the NPFH60 rechargeable battery pack attached HDR-SR7/SR8: 75 × 81 × 144 mm (3 × 3 1/4 × 5 3/4 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts 75 × 81 × 149 mm (3 × 3 1/4 × 5 7/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the...
Handycam Station DCRA-C181 Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10-pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance ...; 5 3/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts 75 × 81 × 140 mm (3 × 3 1/4 × 5 5/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the NPFH60 rechargeable battery pack attached HDR-SR7/SR8: 75 × 81 × 144 mm (3 × 3 1/4 × 5 3/4 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts 75 × 81 × 149 mm (3 × 3 1/4 × 5 7/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the...