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... the U.S.A. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call your Sony dealer regarding this product. HDRSerial No. Battery pack and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C230 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Address:..., and (2) this equipment. Operation is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-TG1 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If you call toll free 1800-822- 8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not...
... the U.S.A. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call your Sony dealer regarding this product. HDRSerial No. Battery pack and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C230 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Address:..., and (2) this equipment. Operation is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-TG1 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If you call toll free 1800-822- 8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not...
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...USB adaptor cap G are the supplied quantity. • "Memory Stick PRO Duo" 4 GB (1) • AC Adaptor (1) • Power cord (Mains lead) (1) • Handycam Station (1) A • Component A/V cable (1) B • A/V connecting cable (1) C • USB cable (long) (1) D • USB cable (short) (1) E ...Adaptor (1) F • USB adaptor cap (1) G • Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH50 (1) • Wrist strap (1) • CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 27) - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a digital device pursuant to the USB cable (short) ...
...USB adaptor cap G are the supplied quantity. • "Memory Stick PRO Duo" 4 GB (1) • AC Adaptor (1) • Power cord (Mains lead) (1) • Handycam Station (1) A • Component A/V cable (1) B • A/V connecting cable (1) C • USB cable (long) (1) D • USB cable (short) (1) E ...Adaptor (1) F • USB adaptor cap (1) G • Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH50 (1) • Wrist strap (1) • CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 27) - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a digital device pursuant to the USB cable (short) ...
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..." OPTION" 22 Saving images 24 Deleting images 25 Enjoying with a computer Performing with a computer...........27 Installing and viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF 27 Installing "Picture Motion Browser 27 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 31 Additional Information Precautions 33 Specifications 34 US 7 About ...recording/playback 20 Performing various functions - Change the screen language before using a computer. If you do so, your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice. • The screenshots are from Windows Vista. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS..........2 Read ...
..." OPTION" 22 Saving images 24 Deleting images 25 Enjoying with a computer Performing with a computer...........27 Installing and viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF 27 Installing "Picture Motion Browser 27 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 31 Additional Information Precautions 33 Specifications 34 US 7 About ...recording/playback 20 Performing various functions - Change the screen language before using a computer. If you do so, your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice. • The screenshots are from Windows Vista. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS..........2 Read ...
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...to the bottom. Be sure that the LCD panel is fully charged. Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. US 8 b Notes • You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than NP-FH50 to your camcorder. Getting Started Step 1: Charging the battery pack POWER button QUICK ON lamp /...in until it clicks. 3 Close the battery/Memory Stick Duo cover. 5 Place the camcorder on the Handycam Station as shown above, and insert it to your camcorder. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on the Handycam Station. The /CHG (charge) lamp lights up . 2 Connect the power cord ...
...to the bottom. Be sure that the LCD panel is fully charged. Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. US 8 b Notes • You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than NP-FH50 to your camcorder. Getting Started Step 1: Charging the battery pack POWER button QUICK ON lamp /...in until it clicks. 3 Close the battery/Memory Stick Duo cover. 5 Place the camcorder on the Handycam Station as shown above, and insert it to your camcorder. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on the Handycam Station. The /CHG (charge) lamp lights up . 2 Connect the power cord ...
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...(50°F to 86°F) is recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you can use your camcorder. AC-L200/L200B [a] [b] US See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for details. 10 On the battery pack • When you remove the battery pack, turn off your...plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with your camcorder. • Do not use your camcorder in low temperatures. • The available recording and playback time will not be shorter depending on the design of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord (mains lead) ...
...(50°F to 86°F) is recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you can use your camcorder. AC-L200/L200B [a] [b] US See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for details. 10 On the battery pack • When you remove the battery pack, turn off your...plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with your camcorder. • Do not use your camcorder in low temperatures. • The available recording and playback time will not be shorter depending on the design of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord (mains lead) ...
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... display the image of SD (standard definition) image quality. When disappears, the image has been recorded. To stop recording, press START/STOP A again. • See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) to adjust the focus A (a beep sounds), then press it fully B (a shutter click sounds). Recording/Playback Recording (Movie) / (Still) select switch C START/STOP A [STBY...
... display the image of SD (standard definition) image quality. When disappears, the image has been recorded. To stop recording, press START/STOP A again. • See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) to adjust the focus A (a beep sounds), then press it fully B (a shutter click sounds). Recording/Playback Recording (Movie) / (Still) select switch C START/STOP A [STBY...
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See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for data management. • Check the number of recordable still images on the LCD ...during movie recording. • When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically. • The maximum recordable time of Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" is as follows with recording mode [HD SP] (the default setting); 1 GB: approx. 15 minutes 2 GB: approx.... 280 minutes • When measuring "Memory Stick PRO Duo" capacity, 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of your camcorder (p. 20). • You can capture still images from recorded movies. US 15
See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for data management. • Check the number of recordable still images on the LCD ...during movie recording. • When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically. • The maximum recordable time of Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" is as follows with recording mode [HD SP] (the default setting); 1 GB: approx. 15 minutes 2 GB: approx.... 280 minutes • When measuring "Memory Stick PRO Duo" capacity, 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of your camcorder (p. 20). • You can capture still images from recorded movies. US 15
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...the power source (p. 8). r Make the required output settings on your camcorder. Some settings may occur. Connect the A/V connecting cable or component A/V cable either to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder. If you can play back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV. Recording...images are output with SD (standard definition) image quality. • Your camcorder and the Handycam Station are equipped with i, you connect A/ V connecting cables or component A/V cable to both the Handycam Station and your camcorder at the same time, image disturbance may need to the connected jack....
...the power source (p. 8). r Make the required output settings on your camcorder. Some settings may occur. Connect the A/V connecting cable or component A/V cable either to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder. If you can play back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV. Recording...images are output with SD (standard definition) image quality. • Your camcorder and the Handycam Station are equipped with i, you connect A/ V connecting cables or component A/V cable to both the Handycam Station and your camcorder at the same time, image disturbance may need to the connected jack....
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... in about 1.1 to change the setting. Move it further for a slower zoom. F EASY button Press EASY to initialize all the settings including the clock setting. Handycam Station Recording/Playback A Flash The flash will be displayed in other chapters, are set automatically for a certain period during sleep mode. Name and functions of...] t [FLASH MODE] to 5 times the original size (Playback zoom). • When you touch the screen during playback zoom, the point you do not operate your camcorder for easy recording/playback.
... in about 1.1 to change the setting. Move it further for a slower zoom. F EASY button Press EASY to initialize all the settings including the clock setting. Handycam Station Recording/Playback A Flash The flash will be displayed in other chapters, are set automatically for a certain period during sleep mode. Name and functions of...] t [FLASH MODE] to 5 times the original size (Playback zoom). • When you touch the screen during playback zoom, the point you do not operate your camcorder for easy recording/playback.
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... after you open the LCD panel and press POWER to turn off your camcorder to the Handycam Station. When you press POWER while sleep mode, your camcorder and the Handycam Station or the Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor. N Interface connector (Bottom surface) Connect your camcorder turns off . • When you press POWER to turn on your...
... after you open the LCD panel and press POWER to turn off your camcorder to the Handycam Station. When you press POWER while sleep mode, your camcorder and the Handycam Station or the Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor. N Interface connector (Bottom surface) Connect your camcorder turns off . • When you press POWER to turn on your...
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See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for details. • The recording date and time are recorded automatically on the LCD screens Following indicators appear during playback. US 21 Recording/... actually see. They are approximate and differ from what 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 AUDIO MODE Self-timer recording Flash, REDEYE REDUC MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT...
See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for details. • The recording date and time are recorded automatically on the LCD screens Following indicators appear during playback. US 21 Recording/... actually see. They are approximate and differ from what 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 AUDIO MODE Self-timer recording Flash, REDEYE REDUC MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT...
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... 22 Menu items Tab 1 Touch the desired tab then item to change the operating settings for your convenience. For details of the menu items, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) (p. 27). (HOME) To see the explanation of (HELP) turns orange. (OPTION) Using the HOME MENU You can change in the current recording/playback...
... 22 Menu items Tab 1 Touch the desired tab then item to change the operating settings for your convenience. For details of the menu items, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) (p. 27). (HOME) To see the explanation of (HELP) turns orange. (OPTION) Using the HOME MENU You can change in the current recording/playback...
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US 23 Recording/Playback • The (OPTION) MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation. Items of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category MOVIE* PHOTO* SMTH SLW REC (VIEW IMAGES) category VISUAL INDEX* INDEX* INDEX* PLAYLIST (OTHERS) category DELETE* [ DELETE], [ ... SET]/ [SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET]* GENERAL SET [DEMO MODE], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [QUICK ON STBY], [CTRL FOR HDMI] * You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation. ** The menu name is changed to [SOUND SETTINGS] during Easy...
US 23 Recording/Playback • The (OPTION) MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation. Items of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category MOVIE* PHOTO* SMTH SLW REC (VIEW IMAGES) category VISUAL INDEX* INDEX* INDEX* PLAYLIST (OTHERS) category DELETE* [ DELETE], [ ... SET]/ [SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET]* GENERAL SET [DEMO MODE], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [QUICK ON STBY], [CTRL FOR HDMI] * You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation. ** The menu name is changed to [SOUND SETTINGS] during Easy...
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...US 24 Due to the limited capacity of the "Memory Stick PRO Duo," make sure that you save images recorded on the camcorder on the hard disk of a computer. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Saving images on a computer You can dub to your computer on a disc. Connecting your... camcorder with SD (standard definition) image quality. You can also edit those images. You can rewrite movies with HD (high ...
...US 24 Due to the limited capacity of the "Memory Stick PRO Duo," make sure that you save images recorded on the camcorder on the hard disk of a computer. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Saving images on a computer You can dub to your computer on a disc. Connecting your... camcorder with SD (standard definition) image quality. You can also edit those images. You can rewrite movies with HD (high ...
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...supplied) in the disc drive of your Handycam, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ms/us/ Installing and viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) To view "Handycam Handbook" (PDF), you need to a computer - To view "Handycam Handbook," double-click "Handbook.pdf." US... editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Creating a disc with a computer Handbook/software to your camcorder, see the following operations. - The installation screen for "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) appears. 4 Select the desired language and the model name of your computer. 3 ...
...supplied) in the disc drive of your Handycam, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ms/us/ Installing and viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) To view "Handycam Handbook" (PDF), you need to a computer - To view "Handycam Handbook," double-click "Handbook.pdf." US... editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Creating a disc with a computer Handbook/software to your camcorder, see the following operations. - The installation screen for "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) appears. 4 Select the desired language and the model name of your computer. 3 ...
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... Programs] t [Sony Picture Utility] t [PMB - US 29 When using the Handycam Station 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Handycam Station and a wall outlet (wall socket). 2 Set your camcorder. 3 Connect the (USB) jack of your camcorder. Depending on your camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then turn..."PMB Guide," click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Help] t [PMB Guide]. The [USB SELECT] screen appears on your camcorder automatically. 4 Touch [ USB CONNECT] on the [USB SELECT] screen of your camcorder. 7 Click [Continue]. 8 Read [License Agreement], select [I...
... Programs] t [Sony Picture Utility] t [PMB - US 29 When using the Handycam Station 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Handycam Station and a wall outlet (wall socket). 2 Set your camcorder. 3 Connect the (USB) jack of your camcorder. Depending on your camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then turn..."PMB Guide," click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Help] t [PMB Guide]. The [USB SELECT] screen appears on your camcorder automatically. 4 Touch [ USB CONNECT] on the [USB SELECT] screen of your camcorder. 7 Click [Continue]. 8 Read [License Agreement], select [I...
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.... • Finish "Picture Motion Browser" and restart your camcorder again in an orderly manner (p. 27). US 31 Troubleshooting This is not a malfunction. • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the computer and the Handycam Station or the Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor, and restart the computer..."Memory Stick PRO Duo." Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you run into the camcorder (p. 8). • Connect the plug of the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 8). If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. • For the symptoms of your...
.... • Finish "Picture Motion Browser" and restart your camcorder again in an orderly manner (p. 27). US 31 Troubleshooting This is not a malfunction. • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the computer and the Handycam Station or the Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor, and restart the computer..."Memory Stick PRO Duo." Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you run into the camcorder (p. 8). • Connect the plug of the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 8). If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. • For the symptoms of your...
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... hands. Format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" with your camcorder. • An incompatible "Memory Stick PRO Duo" is inserted. • Access to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your camcorder again. • A malfunction that the camera-shake warning ...indicator does not disappear. • The media is unsteady. Use the flash. • The camcorder is full. • Still images cannot be recorded during processing. Hold the camcorder steady with your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony...
... hands. Format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" with your camcorder. • An incompatible "Memory Stick PRO Duo" is inserted. • Access to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your camcorder again. • A malfunction that the camera-shake warning ...indicator does not disappear. • The media is unsteady. Use the flash. • The camcorder is full. • Still images cannot be recorded during processing. Hold the camcorder steady with your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony...
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... rechargeable battery pack attached Mass (approx.): 240 g (8 oz) main unit only 300 g (10 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack, and a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" Handycam Station DCRA-C230 Input/Output connectors A/V OUT jack: Component/video and audio output jack USB jack: mini-B Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor Input/Output connectors USB...
... rechargeable battery pack attached Mass (approx.): 240 g (8 oz) main unit only 300 g (10 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack, and a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" Handycam Station DCRA-C230 Input/Output connectors A/V OUT jack: Component/video and audio output jack USB jack: mini-B Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor Input/Output connectors USB...
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...., Ltd. All other countries. • Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks of their respective companies. in this manual. On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "AVCHD" and "AVCHD" logotype are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. and other countries...
...., Ltd. All other countries. • Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks of their respective companies. in this manual. On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "AVCHD" and "AVCHD" logotype are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. and other countries...
